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Daniel Cardwell has completed the Ironman 70.3 Weymouth.

Southport man completes 70.3 mile Iron Man challenge in memory of three family members lost to suicide

A determined Southport dad has completed an incredible 70.3-mile Iron Man challenge, in memory of three much-loved family members who all committed suicide. Daniel Cardwell swam, cycled and ran the…

September 22, 2026

Chris Molloy at Recline by Molloys in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport

Local News

Molloys Furnishers in Southport announces expansion with brand new Recline by Molloys showroom

Molloys Furnishers paid partnership Molloys Furnishers in Southport is expanding, as it opens a brand new recline showroom. One of the North West’s longest-established businesses, the family-owned firm recently moved…

September 22, 2026

Local News

Molloys Furnishers in Southport announces expansion with brand new Recline by Molloys showroom

September 22, 2026

CPRE Lancs, Liverpool City Region and Greater Manchester turned 100 and the Mayor of Sefton, Cllr Jennifer Corcoran, joined them with long-term supporters and locals to celebrate with tea and cake

Local News

Campaign to Protect Rural England marks centenary with Ainsdale celebration and tribute to campaigner

September 22, 2026

The Southport Model Engineering Ghost Train

Events & Entertainment

Southport Model Engineering Ghost Train returns to Victoria Park this Halloween

September 22, 2026

Cat and Mihaela Pascal are the new owners of Crete Taverna in Southport. Photo by Bertie Cunningham Southport BID

Local News

Crete Taverna in Southport says Yamas to new owners with longer hours and delicious lunch deals

September 21, 2026

Local News

Former Merchant Taylors School For Girls to be replaced by new Special Education Needs school

September 21, 2026

Local News

£10m Town Hall Gardens to ‘rejuvenate the heart of Southport for decades to come’

September 21, 2026

Exciting new images show how Southports Town Hall Gardens could look after its transformation

Local News

New ‘Mega Ripples’ feature to create fun for families in Southport Town Hall Gardens transformation

September 21, 2026

Local News

Images reveal vibrant new botanical garden and performance space inspired by Alice, Bebe and Elsie

September 21, 2026

Events & Entertainment

Events & Entertainment

‘From Our World’ group exhibition by One Step On Textiles Art Group to open in Southport

‘From Our World’ Group Exhibition by One Step On Textiles Art Group ArtHouse, 65 Eastbank Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 1EJ 29th September – 17th October 2026 Guest Blog by Martin…

September 18, 2026

Teach Rex is coming to Oak Theatre and Studios near Southport

Events & Entertainment

Interactive dinosaur show Teach Rex roars into life at Oak Theatre and Studios

Oak Theatre and Studios paid partnership A fun, interactive dinosaur show is coming to Oak…

September 17, 2026

St Cuthbert's Church in Churchtown in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport

Events & Entertainment

Southport’s oldest church opens its doors for Heritage Open Days Festival

People can enjoy a look inside Southport’s oldest church this weekend. St. Cuthberts Church, on…

September 17, 2026

Adam Kay brings his critically acclaimed show This Is Going to Hurt to Southport Comedy Festival in association with Halliwell Jones Kia Southport

Events & Entertainment

Adam Kay shares his diagnosis ahead of ‘This Is Going To Hurt’ gig at Southport Comedy Festival

September 16, 2026

People enjoy the first Beer On The Pier beer festival in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport

Events & Entertainment

Beer At The Pier festival invites families to enjoy Oktoberfest fun with live music, Bavarian beer and food

September 16, 2026

Brennan Reece, Clayton Jones and Steve Gribbin will appear at Southport Comedy Festival

Events & Entertainment

Southport Comedy Festival Best of The Fest sponsored by Acorn Insurance hosts four top comedians

September 16, 2026

The EFT Foundation Darts Masters is coming to The Grand in Southport

Events & Entertainment

EFT Foundation Darts Masters comes to Southport as 20 players compete for title

September 15, 2026

Jake Quickenden stars in Rita, Sue & Bob Too at the Atkinson in Southport

Events & Entertainment

Jake Quickenden to bring Rita, Sue & Bob tour to The Atkinson in Southport

September 15, 2026

Business & Economy

The Lake House in Crosby. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

Business & Economy

InvestSefton invites local businesses to sign up for growth and networking events

Businesses across Sefton are being encouraged to secure their place at a series of upcoming InvestSefton events designed to help companies grow, build connections and learn from industry experts. Taking…

September 22, 2026

Business & Economy

InvestSefton invites businesses to Perfect Your Pitch Event in Waterloo

Considering raising investment and want to test your pitch, or simply learn from other founders…

September 8, 2026

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

How much more could your business achieve if your core business functions were working as…

September 3, 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

August 26, 2026

Paymentshield offers home insurance and other products. Stock image

Business & Economy

Southport insurance firm Paymentshield sees impressive 26% rise in annual pre-tax profits

August 25, 2026

Business & Economy

Fletchers Solicitors unveils refreshed brand after period of sustained growth and national expansion

July 21, 2026

Michelle and Mark Foster (Bear Roofing Ltd), Bhagavi Podichetty (Podichetty Financial Planning), Scott Blundell (Southport FC) and Chris Harding (Birkdale Insurance) at Sandgrounders Business Club at Southport Football Club. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport

Business & Economy

Sharon Kemp and Scott Blundell to speak at Sandgrounders Business Club July meeting at Southport FC

July 7, 2026

The team at Chris Tinsley Estates Agents in Southport are celebrating their 25th birthday

Business & Economy

Chris Tinsley Estate Agents celebrates 25 years of helping people buy, sell and move home

July 1, 2026

The Eastbank enterprise arcade in Southport town centre. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport

Business & Economy

InvestSefton invites digital, creative and tech businesses to Sefton Huddle at Eastbank in Southport

June 29, 2026

Charity & Fundraising

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…

May 20, 2026

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…

May 19, 2026

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…

May 16, 2026

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…

May 16, 2026

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…

May 16, 2026

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…

May 13, 2026

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