Even before the pandemic struck, Merseyside had seen some huge changes over the past few decades, from closed shops to huge new developments.
Sadly, the Covid pandemic has accelerated the decline and closure of some already struggling businesses - the giant Debenhams anchor store at Liverpool ONE being one of the most notable examples.
Despite some great additions, it is hard not to get nostalgic when we think about just how much has changed.
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From the clubs where nights were whiled away and the shops where you just had to shop to be cool, to shows no longer on TV and the perfect places for family days out - many of them can't be found today.
In this revised and updated version of a piece from a couple of years ago, we round up more than 20 things you used to be able to do in Liverpool but can't anymore - can you remember any of them?
Rent a video from Blockbuster
Back when video was king there was nothing better than heading to Blockbuster to choose the perfect film for your night.
Merseyside had several Blockbuster branches including sites on Allerton Road and Edge Lane but by the end of 2013 all UK stores were closed.
Have a day out at Pleasure Island
It couldn't be sunny without parents being begged for a trip to Pleasure Island.
It had it all - giant slides, laser quest, arcades, go karting - but Pleasure Island closed its doors in 1997.
Settle down to watch Brookside on TV
The most chaotic street in Liverpool, Brookie never let us down.
Unfortunately, you won't find Brookside on your list of soaps anymore - though you can find episodes on All4.
Go to a Cream club night at Nation
Cream remained hugely popular in Liverpool as thousands of Scousers headed to Creamfields every summer, but Cream was definitely in its prime at Nation.
The home of Cream was demolished in 2016 but it lives on in spirit.
Get the bus from the old Paradise Street station
You couldn't travel around Liverpool without making a stop at the old Paradise Street bus station.
It was demolished in 2005 to make way for Liverpool ONE and the city centre hasn’t looked the same since.
Get all your clothes from Wade Smith
The pinnacle of Liverpool fashion in the 90s, nothing has been the same since the Mathew Street store closed its doors in 2005.
See a film at the old Odeon cinema
Before the days of Liverpool ONE, there was a much-loved Odeon on London Road that will always be remembered.
It closed its doors in 2008 when it moved to Liverpool ONE - but it will always be the original.
Shop at the old Clayton Square
Even before its multi-million pound makeover in 2014, Clayton Square was a hub for shoppers in the city centre.
It was home to many popular names, including Virgin, Benetton, Internacionale, and Millie's Cookies.
The square is currently undergoing another transformation following the departure in quick succession of Tesco Metro, Sports Direct, and Clas Ohlson. A large new B&M store opened at the old site of the latter store earlier this year.
Follow the footy on Teletext
Before the days of Sky, streaming and casting, the easiest way to watch the football was to follow it on teletext.
If you turned to page 301 of Ceefax, crossed your fingers and hoped, you might just have gotten to see what had happened in the match.
Eat at Wimpy
Before McDonald's and Burger King dominated the scene, Wimpy faithfully served the people of Liverpool until 2011 - after 21 years in Williamson Square.
Merseyside's only remaining Wimpy is based at the Pyramids Shopping Centre in Birkenhead.
Shop at Lewis's
The grand old department store next to Liverpool Central station was once the mecca for shoppers.
It went into administration and managed to struggle on till around 2010.
It was famous for its Christmas grotto and the statue that adorned its doors.
While the statue still stands, the building itself is now home to a gym and apart-hotel.
Go to the Heritage Market
There was nothing better than getting up early to get your shopping fix at the Heritage on Stanley Dock.
It closed in 2011 after 30 years.
Have a night out at the Paradox
Hundreds of Scousers would make the Paradox their temporary home of a weekend, dancing the night away.
The club closed in 2001 before being demolished in 2013.
Stand on the Kop or Gwladys Street
Changes were made to Anfield and Goodison Park stadiums during the 90s, which meant that fans would no longer be able to stand on terraces during matches.
The Kop at Anfield was rebuilt in 1994 as an all-seater stand with a capacity of 12,000, while Everton's Gwladys Street stand had changes made in 1991.
Go to the big Toys R Us
Liverpool's Paisley Street store closed in 2018 after the chain went into administration.
Fans of the brand were left devastated when photos surfaced of Toys R Us mascot Geoffrey the Giraffe leaving a store for the last time too. It is now home to a Home Bargains store.
Pay a visit to the old magistrates' court
Admittedly you would only ever visit the Dale Street building if you were involved in a court case, but the old courtroom building had a Dickensian atmosphere all its own.
It ceased functioning as a court in 2015 - after being in operation since Victorian times - with all cases transferred to the combined centre at the Queen Elizabeth II law courts in Derby Square.
Sadly the Grade II listed building in Dale Street has lain idle since then, with plans to convert its holding cells and courtrooms into a boutique hotel coming to nothing.
Eat at Uncle Sam's
Renshaw Street was a hub for foodies throughout the 90s, but by 2008 the most popular venues Caesar's Palace and Uncle Sam's were gone.
While Uncle Sam's relocated to Bold Street, Caesar’s Palace was nowhere to be found.
Uncle Sam's itself closed in 2019 after nearly 40 years in business. The news came as a surprise to many as the restaurant was still massively popular with a loyal clientele - including LFC star player Mo Salah.
Shop at Quiggins
Once the hub of alternative fashion on School Lane, Quiggins closed down to make way for part of the Liverpool ONE development - despite a huge petition to save it.
Go to Probe Records off Whitechapel
While many record shops have come and gone, surely few can rival the old Probe Records shop in Button Street, round the corner from the original Eric's Club in Mathew Street.
'The customer is always right' was never a philosophy adopted here, a mecca for obscure punk, alternative and indie music.
Prior to purchase, your record choices would be scrutinised by staff - including future Dead Or Alive frontman Pete Burns - who would let you know in no uncertain terms what they thought of your taste in music.
For that reason, climbing the steps and entering the shop's musty, den-like interior could be an intimidating experience. Probe itself has now relocated to a site next to Bluecoat Chambers in School Lane.
Eat at Damon's Restaurant
Just across the road from Speke Retail Park, Damon’s was the place to be.
The ribs were renowned and you always got a free meal if it was your birthday.
The restaurant was replaced by The Chinese Buffet in 2018.
Shop at Littlewoods
Every shopping trip used to include a visit to Littlewoods.
It’s Liverpool city centre store became Primark and Littlewoods still trades from its catalogue website.
Go on a night out to the Krazyhouse
There was nothing like a night at the Krazyhouse - it was perfectly imperfect.
And what happens at the Kray stays at the Kray.
Go to the original Disney store at Clayton Square
Even if you didn’t buy anything, rooting around the treasure trove of toys was always a highlight for kids of the 90s.
The giant cuddly toy mountain at the back of the shop was a spectacle - although looking back it probably wasn’t all that big.
Get pick n mix at Woolworths
Before we all became a bit too obsessed with Home Bargains/Home and Bargain and B&M, there was Woolies.
The pick n mix was legendary and the store had so much stuff it was hard to choose - so we just got everything.
Attend the Summer Pops
There was nothing like heading to the giant green and yellow Big Top on the waterfront for the summer pops.
No matter who was playing, the experience was like no other. And it attracted some huge names - Elton John, Julio Iglesias, and James Brown all played there, among many others.
Party at The 051
The sign might still tower above Mount Pleasant but The 051 sadly closed in 2005.
There have been a couple of reunion nights but nothing is quite as good as the original.
The building was transformed into a new club, Aura, in 2013 before being sold to a property developer in 2017.
