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

Walking, wheeling and cycling in Southport and across the Liverpool City Region saves the NHS £53.8 million a year, equivalent to over one million GP appointments according to the UK’s…

A CGI generated image of the proposed Aldi supermarket in Woodvale in Southport (Image: Aldi)
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Aldi announces plans to build third supermarket in Southport creating 40 new jobs

A new Aldi supermarket is being planned to open in Southport.  The new store would be built to the west of Sandbrook Road in Ainsdale, next to St John’s Church…

A CGI generated image of the proposed Aldi supermarket in Woodvale in Southport (Image: Aldi)
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Aldi announces plans to build third supermarket in Southport creating 40 new jobs

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Next phase of improvements to SEND Travel Support approved by Sefton Council

The former Litherland Moss Primary School site
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Plans to open new SEND school at former Litherland Moss site take a step closer

Southport Town Hall. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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80 Sefton pensioners to get £370,000 extra per year thanks to Sefton Council scheme

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Families invited to new Teddy Fest community fundraiser at Southport Market

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

Mike Wozniak. Photo by Matt Stronge
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Taskmaster star Mike Wozniak brings new show The Bench to Southport Comedy Festival

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Southport Crazy Golf celebrates 60th anniversary with investment to improve popular family attraction

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

The thrilling Cataclean Southport Sprint Revival is BACK for the fourth year with a change to a spring running. Organised by Aintree Circuit Club, it will see a selection of…

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

Sefton Pride CIC has announced the dates for its celebratory events in 2026, with locations…

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 2026 Southport Comedy Festival, in association with Halliwell Jones Kia, will open in spectacular…

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

Southport Market. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Southport Community Wellbeing Fair shares Taster Session times and list of everyone taking part

The Grand Southport. Photo by Kevin Brown Photography
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Top prizes to be won at Las Vegas Casino Charity Night Party at The Grand in Southport for ICU Steps

Shoppers enjoyed a celebration of Ukrainian culture at the International Peace Day event at Wayfarers Shopping Arcade on Lord Street in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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10 Southport events to enjoy this weekend with Casino Charity Night, Ukrainian Day, Wellbeing Fair & more

Lightport in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Huge success of new Lightport event is ‘just the start’ of exciting 2026 ahead for Southport

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…

Business & Economy

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

Walking, wheeling and cycling in Southport and across the Liverpool City Region saves the NHS £53.8 million a year, equivalent to over one million GP appointments according to the UK’s…

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

Phil Capstick the Manager at the Grapevine in Churchtown in Southport
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The Grape escape: Manager at The Grapevine completes 50-mile Chester Ultra Marathon for Bebe’s Hive

A CGI generated image of the proposed Aldi supermarket in Woodvale in Southport (Image: Aldi)
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Aldi announces plans to build third supermarket in Southport creating 40 new jobs

Schools
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Next phase of improvements to SEND Travel Support approved by Sefton Council

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’

FenneeKay Hair and Beauty on Lord Street in Southport owned by Chris and Sarah Hesketh is celebratig its fifth birthday. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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FenneeKay Hair & Beauty in Southport celebrating fifth birthday with special event with all invited

Sunnyside Guest House in Southport won the Bronze Award at the 2023 Visit England Awards for Excellence. Owners Anthony and Larissa Duffey
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Britain’s best B&B from Southport a Finalist for three honours at Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards

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St Patrick’s Day Shindig Party comes to Southport with exciting celebration of Irish culture, music and craic

Connell Court Care Home in Southport has been honoured among the top 20 Care Homes in the North West
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Connell Court Care Home in Southport honoured among North West’s top 20 care homes

A scenic photo of the Marine Lake and the Venetian Bridge in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Government launches Mission Coastal to improve futures for young people in Southport and other seaside towns

Escape From Holland by Chris Hunt
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New book ‘Escape From Holland’ shares remarkable story of Southport war hero who saved 700 refugees

Babyballet Southport, Formby and Crosby is celebrating its 16th birthday
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Babyballet Southport, Formby & Crosby celebrates 16 years of bringing joy of dance to local families

Southport singer Kelly Bond and fiance Shaun McMahon are getting married in 2027 with nearly every wedding supplier from Southport.
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‘Oh We Do Like To Wed Beside The Seaside’: Kelly and Shaun plan 2027 wedding showcasing Southport firms

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