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Outstanding community champions honoured at Citizens 4 Good event in Southport

The outstanding contribution of volunteers and community champions from across Sefton was celebrated at the Citizens 4 Good event, held at Southport Town Hall. Hosted in partnership with the Mayor…

A Northern train at Southport Train Station. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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More reliable Northern rail services in Southport praised as MP shares overcrowding concerns

Significant improvements to Southport's rail services have been welcomed by MP Patrick Hurley, including a breakthrough that should see hourly Sunday trains restored by May 2027. However the MP says…

A Northern train at Southport Train Station. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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More reliable Northern rail services in Southport praised as MP shares overcrowding concerns

A scenic photo of Southport Pier, Southport Beach and Southport Seawall. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Awesome Southport launches to bring creative, imaginative and inspiring ideas to life

Dave Morton – Sefton North Scouts; Val Johnson – Development Manager for the Brunswick Youth and Community Centre in Bootle; Cllr Marion Atkinson – Leader Sefton Council, Steve Howarth, Southport Community Sport; Richard Owens CEO of Compassion Acts, Southport. Photo by Sefton Council
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R&A legacy fund supports local community projects after success of The Open in Southport

Southport Pier. Photo by Slobber Chops
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75% of Southport Pier decking now removed as £20m restoration ‘continues at pace’

Elsie's Story has launched its first Christmas jumper featuring a design chosen from more than 750 children’s competition entries. The jumper features a scene drawn by seven-year-old Felicity. Photo by Yeti Studios
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Elsie’s Story launches Christmas jumper designed by girl, aged 7, from more than 750 entries

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Sandgrounders Business Club hosts Queenscourt Fundraising Manager Liz Hartley and Lockbusters owner Shaun Huyton

Lord Street Bakery on Lord Street in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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New independent bakery opens on Lord Street in Southport

Scarisbrick Hall School
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Scarisbrick Hall School announces a range of scholarships ahead of Sixth Form Open Evening

Families enjoyed The Grand Christmas Lights Switch On in Southport. Llewyn Sunderland with Father Christmas and his elves. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Inspirational schoolboy stars at The Grand Christmas Lights Switch On in Southport

The Grand Southport paid partnership  An inspirational schoolboy was the VIP guest of honour as he officially switched on the festive lights at The Grand in Southport.  Llewyn Sunderland, aged…

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Kids Christmas Yoga and Mindfulness at The Vincent Hotel in Southport
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Families can enjoy Paddington themed workshop as part of Southport Christmas Spectacular

Southport BID feature by Stand Up For Southport  Families can enjoy a special Paddington-themed yoga…

Father Christmas has arrived at The Grand on Lord Street in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Father Christmas lands to enjoy The Grand Christmas Lights Switch On in Southport

The Grand Southport paid partnership Who’s spotted Father Christmas arriving in Southport…? He’s landed in…

Diners have been enjoying exploring the warming new Autumn and Winter Menu at the Grand in Southport. Photo by Kevin Brown Photography
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Diners delighted by new Autumn Menu at The Grand Southport exciting surprise for dessert lovers

Comedy Bingo Winter Socials with Belong Birkdale hosted by Brendan Riley. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Comedy Bingo Winter Socials with Belong Birkdale are back to brighten darker days

Southport Artisan Market. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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New Christmas Market set for Southport with festive traders this December

Southport Artisan Market by Independent Street. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Southport Artisan Market returns with 50 stalls, live music, and children’s art and sand art workshops

People are invited to the Southport Christmas Spectacular this November
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Southport Christmas Spectacular line-up revealed with Ray Quinn, Toy Story, K-Pop and Paddington fun

Helen Ferneyhough is the owner of HFA Mortgage & Protection, a thriving business with more than 20 advisers supporting clients across Southport, Ormskirk, Formby, Wigan and the wider North West
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From a hole-in-one to a growing business: Meet the mortgage expert making her mark across Southport

By David Mason  When Helen Ferneyhough achieved her first hole-in-one this year, she could hardly believe it. After years of enjoying the game, it was one of those moments every…

The Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa's team took part at IGTM 2026 in Cannes. Represented by Golf Sales Manager Ross Astley, the resort joined the event, strengthening its international connections and establishing promising new partnerships within the golf tourism industry
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Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa strengthens international golf industry partnerships at IGTM Cannes 2026

Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa wrapped up a successful appearance at the International Golf…

Southport-based UK holiday park operator Harrison Leisure Group has returned to profit
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Harrison Leisure Group posts £1.9m pre-tax profit as responsive leadership pays dividends

By Tony McDonough Liverpool Business News Southport-based UK holiday park operator Harrison Leisure Group has…

Phil Gee, founder of Social Media Academy and AI Academy
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Social Media Academy and AI Academy founder marks 19 years in business with thank you to clients

Vikki at Jo Sloanes Interiors in Birkdale in Southport
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Jo Sloanes Interiors paints a bright new future after 10 years at Birkdale design studio

Judith Royden owner of Rosebank Referrals
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‘After 40 years in premier banking I’ve built an incredible network of trusted business professionals’

Sandgrounders Business Club at Southport Football Club. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Sandgrounders Business Club networking event hosts Sharon Kemp of Thrive With AI

Hundreds of people registered to attend Sefton@Work's Be Inspired events, held in Bootleand Southport
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Hundreds enjoy Be Inspired events to discover new jobs, training and career opportunities

Harrison Drury, has achieved its strongest showing yet in the prestigious Legal 500 rankings
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Harrison Drury law firm records strongest showing yet in Legal 500 rankings

Dr Karen Groves MBE (second left) the founder of Queenscourt Hospice with the Main Grand Pride Of Sefton Award sponsored by Mikhail Hotel And Leisure Group. She is pictured alongside Mayor of Seftohn Cllr June Burns (left); husband John Moffat (third left); and Queenscourt Fundraising manager Liz Hartley (right) who won the Community Impact Award. Photo by Kevin Brown Photography
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Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards 2027 issues call for local heroes who deserve to be honoured

Calling all the heroes! The 2027 Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards is launched today, as…

The Pines, at Redgate Primary School in Formby, have 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
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‘The staff in The Pines are all shining stars, always going the extra mile to be the best school they can be’

The team at The Pines, at Redgate Primary School in Formby, have been praised for…

Adrian Antell the Headteacher at Farnborough Junior School In Birkdale in Southport has been honoured as a Finalist in the Sefton Lifetime Achievement Award sponsored by LWC Drinks at the 2026 Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards. Photo by Kevin Brown Photography
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Southport Headteacher who leapt out of plane for Elsie’s Story earns Sefton Lifetime Achievement Award

A Headteacher who has gone to huge lengths to support his community during 20 packed…

Steve Weekes and Gavin Hynes were applauded as Finalists in the Sefton Lifetime Achievement category sponsored by LWC Drinks in the 2026 Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards. Photo by Kevin Brown Photography
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Crosby teachers make ‘outstanding’ change to lives of young people building confidence, resilience and teamwork

Two teachers in Crosby who have made "outstanding contributions” to the lives of young people…

Danielle Alzahabi was a Finalist in the Sefton Diversity and Inclusion Award sponsored by Sefton Council in the 2026 Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards at The Grand in Southport. Photo by Kevin Brown Photography
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Community champion launched walking group for women and is an advocate for women in business

A community figure who launched a walking group to strengthen bonds between women locally has…

Nicola Robson was a Finalist in the Sefton Arts Award sponsored by Fitton Estates at the 2026 Grand Pride Of |Sefton Awards. Photo by Kevin Brown Photography
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Author illustrator Nicola Robson wins Sefton Arts Award accolade after success of first book

A young author-illustrator who’s published her first book, in order to help children and adults…

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Outstanding community champions honoured at Citizens 4 Good event in Southport

The outstanding contribution of volunteers and community champions from across Sefton was celebrated at the Citizens 4 Good event, held at Southport Town Hall. Hosted in partnership with the Mayor…

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Outstanding community champions honoured at Citizens 4 Good event in Southport

Scouts who take part in the annual St George's Day Parade are based at the Waterside Lodge in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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The Open Legacy Fund boosts these six community projects after golf success in Southport

A Northern train at Southport Train Station. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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More reliable Northern rail services in Southport praised as MP shares overcrowding concerns

A scenic photo of Southport Pier, Southport Beach and Southport Seawall. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Awesome Southport launches to bring creative, imaginative and inspiring ideas to life

Southport Walking Cricket Group
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Southport Walking Cricket Group helps people over 50 stay active, socialise and enjoy sport together

Southport Walking Cricket Group continues to grow, bringing people together through sport. Founded in 2022 with just four participants, the Southport Walking Cricket Group has grown to more than 40…

Colin Toohey, Director of Mini and Junior Rugby at Southport RFC
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Southport Rugby Club expands Schools Rugby Programme thanks to Elsie’s Story

Southport Rugby Football Club is delighted to announce the launch of an expanded Schools Rugby…

President Ted Morrell hands Nigel and Haydn their 1st4Sport Level 2 Award in Coaching certificates
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Southport’s Victoria Park Bowling Club celebrates a first with two Level 2 Bowling Coaches

Victoria Park Bowling Club is the first and only Crown Green Bowling Club in the…

Former Southport FC Manager Neil Danns. Photo by © Cameron Hayes / cdhayesphotography.co.uk
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Southport FC begin search for new Manager as Neil Danns departs with ‘genuine thanks and respect’

Spectators arrive to enjoy The Open Golf at Royal Birkdale in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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The Open may be over – but you can relive your Royal Birkdale experience with Southport Golf Tours

Ryan Fox has won The 154th Open Golf Championship at Royal Birkdale in Southport. Photo by The R&A
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Ryan Fox hails Royal Birkdale as ‘one of the best courses’ as he wins The 154th Open Golf tournament

Tommy Fleetwood at The 154th Open Golf Championship at Royal Birkdale in Southport. Photo by The R&A
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Tommy Fleetwood: ‘Walking up to every green, it’s like the most amazing ovation that you can imagine’

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

Work takes place at the new Tesco Express store on Chapel Street in Southport town centre. Photo by Andrew Brown Media
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Man arrested after Tesco Express theft ends with sign being thrown at shop

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£300,000 revamp to transform The Zetland into a Grandstand sports pub

Fog in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Yellow weather warning for fog blankets Southport as drivers urged to take care

Southport Hospital. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Right Care, Right Place: Hospitals Trust asks people to support patients this winter

The former Lakeland Leather shop on Lord Street in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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New life for iconic Lakeland Leather shop in Southport as investment in Lord Street continues

Remembrance Sunday in Southport was attended by hundreds of veterans, cadets and families. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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‘Southport War Memorial founders hoped future could be different’ says Vicar at Remembrance Sunday

The Remembrance Sunday service in Southport. Photo by Andrew Browen Stand up For Southport
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Road closures in place for Remembrance Sunday in Southport with bus diversions

Hundreds of people attended the Remembrance Sunday parade and service in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Southport to fall silent on Remembrance Sunday with extra road closures in place

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