Southport Artisan Market by Independent Street. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Shoppers enjoy first Southport Artisan Market as new event returns on first Saturday each month

Families have been thanked for the “fantastic welcome” they gave to the first ever Southport Artisan Market on Saturday!  The new event saw dozens of artisan stalls set out on…

The FPC team at the Queenscourt Hospice International Women's Day celebration at the Grand Southport. Moira O'Shaughnessy, Managing Partner at FPC, is fourth left. Photo by MAF Phootgraphy
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FPC affirms ‘Queenscourt Hospice matters enormously to our community’ at International Women’s Day event

“Queenscourt Hospice matters enormously to this community.” That was the message at Friday’s International Women’s Day event at The Grand in Southport in support of Queenscourt Hospice, which FPC was…

The FPC team at the Queenscourt Hospice International Women's Day celebration at the Grand Southport. Moira O'Shaughnessy, Managing Partner at FPC, is fourth left. Photo by MAF Phootgraphy
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FPC affirms ‘Queenscourt Hospice matters enormously to our community’ at International Women’s Day event

The Marine Lake in Southport, including Silcock's Funland, Southport Pier and Herbert Silcock's Carousel. Photo by Andrew Brown Media
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‘Now is the time to invest in Liverpool City Region’ with £11bn of investment opportunities

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‘We need to lose self-centredness and competition in society for generosity, collaboration and kindness’

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Footy Nation football skills park in Southport getting close to kicking off town’s newest attraction

The second CASA (Climate And Sustainability Action) meeting has taken place at Southport Eco Centre. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Rising energy costs and why Southport businesses are coming together to find solutions

Queenscourt Hospice founder Dr Karen Groves MBE spoke at the International Women's Day celebration at The Grand in Southport. Photo by MAF Photography
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Dr Karen Groves MBE reveals how tragic deaths of girl, 14, and woman, 34, inspired her to open Queenscourt Hospice

Former Royal Marine Stan Woolley has celebrated his 100th birthday at Ivy Gate Lodge Care Home in Southport. Guests included Merseyside Lord Lieutenant Peter Oliver OBE and Southport Royal British Legion President Serena Silcock-Prince, pictured with Stan's niece Jackie Ryan and her husband George. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Hundreds make Royal Marine Stan’s 100th birthday in Southport a day to remember

Artist Paul Curtis has created a new Sophia Loren mural on the shutters at David H Myers Opticians in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Hollywood star Sophia Loren honoured in new Paul Curtis mural at David H Myers Opticians in Southport

All Souls Dramatic Club in Southport is celebrating winning FIVE awards at the North West NODA (National Operatic and Dramatic Association) Awards at the DW Stadium in Wigan
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All Souls Dramatic Club in Southport wins five NODA Awards including North West’s Best Pantomime

All Souls Dramatic Club in Southport is celebrating winning FIVE awards at the North West NODA (National Operatic and Dramatic Association) Awards at the DW Stadium in Wigan.  The company…

Independent Street is delighted to announce a new event for 2026 - Southport Artisan Market. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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First Southport Artisan Market comes to town this weekend with independent stalls and live music

The first Southport Artisan Market is coming to Southport Market this Saturday (7th March 2026)…

The Southport Speed Sprint Revival sponsored by Cataclean. Photo by Actuarius Art
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Cataclean Southport Sprint Revival returns with stunning cars racing in time trials along seafront

UPDATE: Aintree Circuit Club have taken the very difficult decision to postpone the 2026 Cataclean…

People enjoy the Sefton Pride event in Bootle.
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Sefton Pride reveals dates for 2026 with events taking place in both Southport and Bootle

Dave Winn the owner of Neighbourhood Tattoo in Wayfarers Arcade in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Neighbourhood Tattoo hosts Sunday Social event with superb coffee, pastries and a downtempo set

Festival Favourite Jason Byrne will open the 2026 Southport Comedy Festival
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Jason Byrne opens 2026 Southport Comedy Festival with brand new show 30 Years Byrning

The audience enjoyed the return of the Southport Comedy Pub Crawl. Inside Southport Market
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Southport Market full of laughter this Wednesday with Comedy Bingo Winter Social and Comedy Pub Crawl

Southport Market hosted a Neon Glow Party and Kevin & Perry: Ibiza Classics on a busy weekend at the venue
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Southport Market enjoys three sold-out back to back events with Southport Community Wellbeing Fair on today

Daniel Frampton and Cathy Holme have been appointed as directors at Acumen Financial
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Two new directors appointed at Acumen Financial as firm marks two decades of growth

An independent financial adviser (IFA) has strengthened its board with the appointment of two new directors. Acumen Financial, based in Burscough, was founded two decades ago by Angela Maher and…

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Sandgrounders Business Club returns with James Churcher, Alan Adams and Elliott Horan the main speakers

Sandgrounders Business Club is back at Southport Football Club this week with a free evening…

The second CASA (Climate And Sustainability Action) meeting has taken place at Southport Eco Centre. Phoot by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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CASA shares vision for ‘a greener, fairer future for Southport’ with businesses invited to embrace sustainability

Businesses in Sefton interested in learning about how to operate more sustainably are invited to…

Southport Life has been founded by Lizzie Barnett, owner of Studio Nine and Southport’s Journey (left) and Serena Silcock-Prince, Operations Manager at Silcock Leisure Group (right). Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Southport Life networking event returns with Christmas card plan to bring festive cheer

Mike Ratcliffe
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Tributes paid to Southport lawyers Mike Ratcliffe and Geoff Cottrell at Law Society event

Lauren Uzzell, the owner of LMJ Weddings and Events, has won the North West Wedding Planner of the Year for the third time
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Lauren celebrates winning North West Wedding Planner of the Year for third time with place in national final

Just over a year after the deaths of founders Bernard and Joan O'Malley, Southport fresh food producer Nationwide Produce breaks through the £200m revenue barrier for the first time. Tim O'Malley heads the firm as managing director
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Nationwide Produce earns £200m for first time as son says milestone ‘would have made Dad proud’

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Sandgrounders Business Club welcomes three great speakers with Christmas event coming next

A scenic picture of Lord Street in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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InvestSefton launches three free workshops to help businesses thrive in Southport 2026

The Matthew Lock ADHD Charity was honoured as a Finalist in the Sefton Diversity and Inclusion Award, sponsored by Sefton Council at the 2025 Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards. Photo by Kevin Brown Photography
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Matthew Lock ADHD Charity inspired by caring teenager honoured with Sefton Diversity Award sponsored by Sefton Council

The Matthew Lock ADHD Charity was honoured as a Finalist in the Sefton Diversity and…

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Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards seeks to exceptional local heroes to celebrate for Main Award in 2026

Truly exceptional people who are making a massive mark in our community are being sought…

EFT Group is seeking your nominations for the Sefton Courage Award at the Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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EFT Group seeks local heroes for Sefton Courage Award at 2026 Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards

EFT Group is seeking your nominations for this year’s Sefton Courage Award. This category looks…

Rev Martin Abrams has been honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award sponsored by LWC Drinks at the 2025 Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards. He was presented with his award by Mikhail Hotel and Leisure Group Managing Director Rob Ashcroft, alongside presenters Claire Simmo and Fraser Dainton
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Local heroes with years of dedication to community sought for Sefton Lifetime Achievement Award sponsored by LWC Drinks

Local heroes who have given a lifetime of service to communities across Sefton are being…

EFT Group in Southport won the 2025 Sefton Business In The Community Award at the Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards. Photo by Kevin Brown Photography
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Sefton Business In The Community Award sponsored by In Demand Radio issues call to honour local champions

Businesses who drive positive change in the community in Sefton will be celebrated at the…

Nina Karetska a campaigner for Ukrainian culture and freedom has won the Diversity and Inclusion Award sponsored by Sefton Council at the Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards. She was presented with her award by Sefton Council Leader Cllr Marion Atkinson
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Sefton Diversity and Inclusion Award sponsored by Sefton Council seeks local heroes for Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards

The search has begun to honour those who proudly champion diversity and inclusion for all…

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Southport Artisan Market by Independent Street. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Shoppers enjoy first Southport Artisan Market as new event returns on first Saturday each month

Families have been thanked for the “fantastic welcome” they gave to the first ever Southport Artisan Market on Saturday!  The new event saw dozens of artisan stalls set out on…

Southport Artisan Market by Independent Street. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Shoppers enjoy first Southport Artisan Market as new event returns on first Saturday each month

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Police ask people not to spread rumours and false information after hoax calls in schools

The FPC team at the Queenscourt Hospice International Women's Day celebration at the Grand Southport. Moira O'Shaughnessy, Managing Partner at FPC, is fourth left. Photo by MAF Phootgraphy
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FPC affirms ‘Queenscourt Hospice matters enormously to our community’ at International Women’s Day event

The Marine Lake in Southport, including Silcock's Funland, Southport Pier and Herbert Silcock's Carousel. Photo by Andrew Brown Media
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‘Now is the time to invest in Liverpool City Region’ with £11bn of investment opportunities

Southport FC are through to the FA Trophy semi finals after a victory over National League side Yeovil Town. Photo by Cameron Hayes
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Southport FC earn place in FA Trophy semi finals after dramatic win against Yeovil Town

Report With thanks to Dan Hayes Southport Central Photo by Cameron Hayes Southport FC are through to the FA Trophy semi finals for the first time in 28 years after…

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Women’s Rugby World Cup Trophy to visit Firwood Waterloo Rugby Club in Blundellsands

The Women’s Rugby World Cup trophy is coming to Firwood Waterloo Rugby Club in Blundellsands…

The Open golf championship at Royal Birkdale Golf Club in Southport. Photo by Sefton Council
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Learn more about The Open golf championship in Southport and how it affects you at community event

Local residents and local businesses can learn more about The 154th Golf Open Championship taking…

Liverpool, Knowsley and St Helens will welcome the finish of stage two of the men’s Tour De France
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Tour De France riders to race through Liverpool City Region in thrilling 2027 cycling event

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Fans pay tribute to Southport FC’s ‘greatest ever player’ Eric ‘Big Red’ Redrobe

Lancashire County Cricket at Southport and Birkdale Sports Club. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Lancashire back at S&B in Southport in May 2026 for County Championship cricket fixture v Worcester­shire

Southport FC. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Southport FC announces new full time Scholar Programme as part of club’s vision for player development

Southport FC owners Kieran Malone and David Cunningham
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Southport FC owners issue heartfelt open letter to residents urging them to support club ‘in every way you can’

Southport Hospital
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Local MPs express delight at preferred option to reopen Children’s A&E at Southport Hospital

Dr Karen Groves MBE the founder of Queenscourt Hospice with Nicky Green owner of Poplar Farm Flowers Ltd at Southport Flower Show. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Help us celebrate some remarkable women on International Women’s Day

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Great British Spring Clean issues call to local people and community groups who ‘love where they live’

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Kuoni announces Bebe’s Hive as its new fundraising partner

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Southport hotel and guest house among winners at Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards

The team at Churcher Estates
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Churcher Estates proud to support Queenscourt Hospice International Women’s Day event in Southport

Stan Woolley at Ivy Gate Lodge Care Home in Southport is celebrating his 100th birthday. Students from Stanley High School in Southport called in to wish him happy birthday
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Ex Royal Marine in Southport on his 100th birthday receives over 500 cards thanks to kindness of our community

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Walking, wheeling and cycling in Liverpool City Region saves NHS £53.8m a year

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