The Lakeside Inn pub in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
Events & Entertainment

10 pubs in Southport and Formby celebrated in CAMRA Good Beer Guide 2027

Ten top pubs and bars in Southport and Formby have made it into the CAMRA Good Beer Guide 2027.  They include a selection of proper pubs and craft ale gems,…

The North West Air Ambulance Charity (NWAA)
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Schools invited to get involved with North West Air Ambulance Restart a Heart Day 

Primary schools across the North West are being encouraged to take part in a special live lesson this Restart a Heart Day, helping children learn about simple lifesaving skills and…

The North West Air Ambulance Charity (NWAA)
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Schools invited to get involved with North West Air Ambulance Restart a Heart Day 

Bebe's Hive. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Bebe’s Hive launches Yorkshire Three Peaks challenge with people invited to sign up

The Hearth Network CIC is holding the Black Cat Swap at Southport Market
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Goths, punks and vintage lovers invited to Black Cat Swap at Southport Market

Sleeping Beauty panto at The Atkinson in Southport
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Hope’s Help launches Christmas Mission appeal for trips to pantos and support for families in need

Stephen Watson speaking at the Place North Revitalising our Town and City Centres conference in Manchester. Image - Place Media
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Regeneration schemes in Southport and Bootle showcased to North of England audience

Southport Festival organisers Clifford Ray Emma Holcroft and Jez Murphy. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
Events & Entertainment

Southport Jazz Festival goes international with Curtis Stigers, Acantha Lang and Tara Minton

Work is taking place to create the new B&M store on Chapel Street in Southport town centre. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Opening date revealed for new B&M shop in Southport town centre

Dolce Vita restaurant in Ainsdale in Southport
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Dolce Vita restaurant in Ainsdale celebrates its 40th anniversary

Southport Masonic Hall. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
Events & Entertainment

Annual Remembrance Dinner will see guests enjoy military band and piper Malcolm Smith

People are invited to join the Annual Remembrance Dinner in Southport, organised by the Southport Branch of the Royal British Legion.  This black tie event takes place at the Masonic…

The Southport New Comedian Of The Year Grand Final sponsored by Dragon Soop took place as part of the 2026 Southport Comedy Festival. Winner Jack Wood with runners-up Adam Anwar and Kie Carson. They are pictured with Southport Comedy Festival Directors Brendan Riley and Val Brady along with Dragon Soop Sales and Marketing Manager Isabelle Kent
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Jack Wood wins Southport New Comedian Of The Year 2026 sponsored by Dragon Soop

Southport Comedy Festival paid partnership  Jack Wood is celebrating winning the title of 2026 Southport…

Fireworks
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Southport FC Fireworks Night sees over 700 tickets sold as Claire Simmo hosts huge family event

Over 700 tickets have now been sold for a fireworks night taking place at Southport…

Southport Oktoberfest. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Southport Oktoberfest brings brilliant Bavarian party to Victoria Park

Events & Entertainment

Southport Comedy Festival 2026 full line-up with exciting array of stars

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Elite Events team back with a bang with fab festival experience at Southport Comedy Festival 2026 

Events & Entertainment

Award-winning Southport writer Benjamin Wood to appear at Author Event in Birkdale

Events & Entertainment

Christmas comes to Southport with Big Christmas Princess Ball, Breakfast With Santa and Santa Sprint

Sandgrounders Business Club at Southport Football Club. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
Business & Economy

Sandgrounders Business Club networking event hosts Sharon Kemp of Thrive With AI

Sandgrounders Business Club returns with its monthly networking meeting this week.  All are welcome at the event which takes place from 5pm this Thursday (8th October 2026).  Sharon Kemp from…

Harrison Drury, has achieved its strongest showing yet in the prestigious Legal 500 rankings
Business & Economy

Harrison Drury law firm records strongest showing yet in Legal 500 rankings

Independent Northern law firm, Harrison Drury, has achieved its strongest showing yet in the prestigious…

Business & Economy

Harrison Drury appoints conveyancer with expertise in complex probate property sales in Southport

Independent Northern law firm, Harrison Drury, has appointed experienced licensed conveyancer Rachel Samosa to its…

EFT Group has achieved Investors in People Silver accreditation
Business & Economy

EFT Group proud to achieve Investors in People Silver accreditation as they go for Gold

The Lake House in Waterloo
Business & Economy

InvestSefton invites businesses to Perfect Your Pitch Event in Waterloo

Sandgrounders Business Club at Southport Football Club. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
Business & Economy

Sandgrounders Business Club hosts Andy O’Hare, Peter Parkinson and Scott Blundell at September event

The Waterfront Southport Hotel. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
Business & Economy

The Better Business Board in Southport offers expert advice on maximising time, money and growth

Joanne Massey, the owner of Bank of Beauty in Southport, is celebrating after achieving being placed top 50th for best beauty salon in the UK
Business & Economy

Bank of Beauty owner Joanne Massey celebrates national recognition at UK Hair and Beauty Awards 2026

Michael Rushton with the knitted postbox topper from Southport Hookers outside the funeral home
Business & Economy

Southport funeral director reaches 40th anniversary as he looks to continue supporting local families

Maghull High School has been recognised as a Finalist in the prestigious Sefton School Of The Year Award sponsored by Southport Education Group at the 2026 Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards. Photo by Kevin Brown Photography
Pride Of Sefton Awards

Maghull High School recognised as a Finalist in the Sefton School of the Year Award

Maghull High School has been recognised as a Finalist in the Sefton School of the…

Dowhigh was celebrated as a Finalist in the Sefton Business In The Community Award sponsored by In Demand Radio in the 2026 Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards. Photo by Kevin Brown Photography
Pride Of Sefton Awards

Dowhigh honoured at Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards for tireless work supporting communities

Dowhigh has been celebrated for its huge efforts to improve local communities at the 2026…

Southport Lifeboat was the Finalist in the Sefton Courage Award sponsored by EFT Group at the 2026 Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards. Photo by Kevin Brown Photography
Pride Of Sefton Awards

Southport Lifeboat named Finalists in Sefton Courage Award as they mark 140th anniversary since Mexico tragedy

When it comes to courage, there is a group of volunteers who display it every…

Christopher Duckworth of Bootle Bucks FC (left) has been recognised as a Finalist in the Sefton Diversity and Inclusion Award sponsored by Sefton Council in the 2026 Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards. Photo by Kevin Brown Photography
Pride Of Sefton Awards

Coach who set up inclusion league for children who love football awarded Sefton Diversity and Inclusion Award

A football coach who set up an inclusion league giving children who love football the…

Neil Walsh and Tom Hodgin, landlords at The Windmill Pub in Southport, were Finalists in the Business In The Community Award sponsored by In Demand Radio at the 2026 Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards. Photo by Kevin Brown Photography
Pride Of Sefton Awards

The Windmill landlords Neil Walsh and Tom Hodgin awarded Sefton Business in The Community accolade

The two multi award-winning landlords at a thriving community pub in Southport have been recognised…

The Crosby Wombles were applauded as a Finalist for the Sefton Community Impact Award sponsored by Carlsberg at the Grand Pride Of Sefron Awards. Photo by Kevin Brown Photography
Pride Of Sefton Awards

Crosby Wombles show ‘superb community spirit’ cleaning up their area and inspiring people to take pride

A group of volunteers who take huge pride in keeping their neighbourhood clean have been…

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The Lakeside Inn pub in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
Events & Entertainment

10 pubs in Southport and Formby celebrated in CAMRA Good Beer Guide 2027

Ten top pubs and bars in Southport and Formby have made it into the CAMRA Good Beer Guide 2027.  They include a selection of proper pubs and craft ale gems,…

The Lakeside Inn pub in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
Events & Entertainment

10 pubs in Southport and Formby celebrated in CAMRA Good Beer Guide 2027

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Police appeal for information as man arrested after burglary at Southport nail salon

The North West Air Ambulance Charity (NWAA)
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Schools invited to get involved with North West Air Ambulance Restart a Heart Day 

Bebe's Hive. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Bebe’s Hive launches Yorkshire Three Peaks challenge with people invited to sign up

Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa hosted a team match with Golfing with Disabilities
Sports

Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa hosts Golfing with Disabilities for inspirational day of inclusive golf

Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa hosted a team match with Golfing with Disabilities on 16 September 2026, bringing together disabled and able-bodied golfers for a day of competition, conversation…

Sports

Liverpool to host IWBF Wheelchair Basketball European Championships 2027

Liverpool has been confirmed as host city for the IWBF Wheelchair Basketball European Championships 2027…

Spectators arrive to enjoy The Open Golf at Royal Birkdale in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
Sports

The Open may be over – but you can relive your Royal Birkdale experience with Southport Golf Tours

Guest Blog by Mel Palmer, Southport Golf Tours  After four unforgettable days of The 154th…

Tommy Fleetwood at The 154th Open Golf Championship at Royal Birkdale in Southport. Photo by The R&A
Sports

Tommy Fleetwood: ‘Walking up to every green, it’s like the most amazing ovation that you can imagine’

Sports

Family-run Southport business 600 Degrees aims to serve 6,000 pizzas at The Open at Royal Birkdale

Sports

Southport invites golf fans beyond the fairways with chance to win a four-ball at Royal Birkdale

A Merseyrail train at Hillside Railway Station in Southport as visitors arrive to enjoy The Open Golf championship at Royal Birkdale Golf Club. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
Sports

Merseyrail welcomes postponement of strike action in huge boost to visitors at The Open in Southport

Scottie Scheffler won the inaugural Heroes Classic at Royal Birkdale in Southport. Photo by The R&A
Sports

Scottie Scheffler wins Heroes Classic at Royal Birkdale in Southport as Tommy Fleetwood earns biggest cheer

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Suicide prevention and mental health support work in Sefton shared at national webinar

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Sefton councillor resigns from Green Party over ‘Zionism is racism’ motion

Belong, has appointed Kathryn Dee as general manager of its multi-million-pound new Birkdale care village, ahead of its opening later this year
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Belong names general manager ahead of multi million pound Birkdale care village opening

The former Ainsdale Library building in Ainsdale in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Ainsdale Library and Hesketh Park Conservatory among landmarks which community groups could run

Jason Manford at Southport Comedy Festival. Photo by Brendan Riley
Events & Entertainment

Southport Comedy Festival unveils six superb shows you’ll love this week

Exciting new images show how Southport’s Town Hall Gardens could look after its transformation
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Southport Town Hall Gardens £10m regeneration sees call for consultation to be extended

Alan Goadsby and John Duckworth have completed a coast to coast walk to raise funds for Elsie's Story, Alice's WonderDance and Bebe's Hive
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Friends complete Coast to Coast walk raising £3,565 for Elsie’s Story, Alice’s WonderDance and Bebe’s Hive

Restoration work is taking place on Southport Pier. Photo by Jason Williams owner of UK Drone Shots
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Stunning drone shots show £20m Southport Pier restoration taking shape

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