Winners at the Your Southport Stars Awards organised by Southport BID at The Grand Southport. Photo by Bertie Cunningham Southport BID
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Your Southport Stars Awards 2026 Finalists revealed with time to vote for your winners

Southport BID feature by Stand Up For Southport Voting for the 2026 Your Southport Stars Awards is now open!   Now’s the time to show your support for your favourite businesses.…

Southport's Interfaith Annual Lecture. Pictured left to right at the event are: Father Kevin McLoughlin, Imam Ibrahim Hussain, Archbishop of Liverpool, The Most Reverend John Sherrington, Deputy Lord Lieutenant Dr Crispin Pailing MBE, Debbie Fullwood, Southports Interfaith Group chairperson, The Member of Parliament for Southport, Patrick Hurley and Dr Selwyn Goldthorpe, who is the Chairman of Southport & District Reform Synagogue and Secretary to the Southport Interfaith Grou
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Archbishop of Liverpool leads Southport Interfaith Annual Lecture to share ‘values we all have in common’

Guest Blog by Debbie Sayers Fullwood  Southport’s Interfaith Annual Lecture took place on Sunday (15th February 2026). The Archbishop of Liverpool,  The Most Reverend John Sherrington, delivered this year’s lecture,…

Southport's Interfaith Annual Lecture. Pictured left to right at the event are: Father Kevin McLoughlin, Imam Ibrahim Hussain, Archbishop of Liverpool, The Most Reverend John Sherrington, Deputy Lord Lieutenant Dr Crispin Pailing MBE, Debbie Fullwood, Southports Interfaith Group chairperson, The Member of Parliament for Southport, Patrick Hurley and Dr Selwyn Goldthorpe, who is the Chairman of Southport & District Reform Synagogue and Secretary to the Southport Interfaith Grou
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Archbishop of Liverpool leads Southport Interfaith Annual Lecture to share ‘values we all have in common’

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

Southport Market. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Southport Wellbeing Fair invites you to a celebration of community, connection and healthy living

Sefton Council and The R&A hosted a successful engagement event focused on preparations for The 154th Golf Open Championship at Royal Birkdale in Southport in 2026
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Local people and businesses learn more about 154th Golf Open Championship returning to Southport this summer

Queenscourt Hospice Fundraising Manager Liz Hartley is taking on a shark diving challenge to support the charity
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Queenscourt Fundraising Manager Liz Hartley to swim with sharks to raise vital funds for hospice

Royal Navy veteran Alison Moore is running the 41st Malta Marathon to raise funds for the Armed Forces Community Hub in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Royal Navy veteran to run 41st Malta Marathon to raise funds for Armed Forces Community Hub in Southport

The Armed Forces Community Hub in Southport has celebrated its fourth birthday with VIP guests including Lord Lieutenant of Merseyside Peter Oliver OBE and High Sheriff of Merseyside Billy Hui BEM. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Armed Forces Community Hub in Southport celebrates fourth birthday with VIPs, veterans and families

VisitEngland has launched its domestic coastal marketing campaign to drive breaks to Southport and all seaside destinations on England’s North West coast
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Boost for Southport as VisitEngland launches £1m ‘All on England’s North West Coast’ campaign

The AeroSuperBatics Wingwalkers are appearing at Southport Air Show
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Love Lightport? Here are 24 more superb Southport events you’ll love in 2026

Who loved the new Lightport event in Southport?!  If you’re like us and missing it already, don’t worry - here are 24 brilliant events to come back to Southport to…

Lightport in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Lightport in Southport visitors give verdict on ‘fabulous’, ‘mesmerising’ and ‘beautiful’ new event

Families have given their verdict on the brand new Lightport event in Southport!  ‘Fabulous’, ‘mesmerising’…

Rainbow Wonderland at The Grand on Lord Street in Southport
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Northern Quarter in Southport lights up with free Rainbow Wonderland party as Lightport comes to town

The Grand Southport sponsored feature The Northern Quarter is lighting up to welcome families this…

A scenic photo of the Masters Putting Green crazy golf course in Kings Gardens in Southport
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Masters Crazy Golf Southport welcomes families this February Half Term

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6 fun things to enjoy at The Atkinson in Southport this February Half Term

Children's TV presenter Andy Day is heading to Southport Flower Show
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Children’s TV presenter Andy Day brings Andy’s Dino Raps to 2026 Southport Flower Show

'Where is Where I Should Be?' features photography by Nina Karetska and is on display at The Atkinson in Southport
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Powerful new ‘Where I Should Be’ exhibition by Ukrainian photographer Nina Karetska opens in Southport

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Comedy Bingo Winter Socials sponsored by Halliwell Jones return to Southport Market for two dates this February

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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 of networking and some superb speakers.  This monthly event takes place from 5pm this Thursday…

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

The next Southport Life Networking event takes place this Thursday (4th December 2025), as guests…

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’

Business & Economy

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

Scottie Scheffler of the United States tees off on the 14th hole during the final round of The 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush Golf Club on July 20, 2025 in Portrush, Northern Ireland. Photo by Warren Little / Getty Images / R&A
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Hear about exciting plans for Southport in 2026 including The Open at the Sefton Economic Forum this November

At Sandgrounders Business Club at Southport Football Club are (from left): Chris Harding Birkdale Insurance); Tom Woods, Operations Director at Halcyon IT; Chris Norris, Financial Planner at Fore Financial Planning; and Elliott Horan, Southport Football Club Commercial Director. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Sandgrounders Business Club networking back at Southport FC this November with speakers David Quilliam and Jonathan Cunningham

Fundraisers enjoyed a fundraising Comedy Bingo night for GABA at Silcock's Family Pier Restaurant in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Fundraisers enjoy GABA Comedy Bingo at Silcock’s Family Pier Restaurant

There was a superb atmosphere at the Comedy Bingo fundraising night organised by GABA (Go…

Churchtown Primary School in Southport, part of Endeavour Learning Trust, is celebrating an unforgettable weekend of success, marked by London Marathon fundraising achievements and a string of prestigious awards. Runners included Headteacher Jinnie Payne
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Carlsberg seeks Sefton Community Impact Award nominations to celebrate at Pride Of Sefton Awards

Carlsberg are inviting people to raise a glass and celebrate the amazing people making a…

The Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards at The Grand in Southport. The winners of the Sefton Unsung Hero Award sponsored by Fletchers Solicitors. The winners were; Mike and Eva Ainscough; Abigail Butler; Tanya Holden; and Steve Mitton
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Fletchers Solicitors appeals to shine light on Sefton Unsung Heroes at 2026 Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards

Do you know an Unsung Hero in Sefton who deserves to be celebrated for what…

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Sefton School Of The Year 2026 launched as Southport Education Group appeals for nominations

Who would you like to see crowned as the 2026 Sefton School Of The Year? …

Melissa Mosscrop and Grace Eccles have been recognised for their immense talent as they were awarded the 2025 Sefton Young Sportsperson of The Year Awards sponsored by Merseyrail. Photo by Kevin Brown Photography
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Signal to honour Sefton Young Sportsperson Of The Year backed by Merseyrail at Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards

The signal has gone out to shine a spotlight on talented young sportspeople from across…

G:Force Gospel Choir, embedded within the Music Department at Formby High School, won the 2025 Sefton Arts Award sponsored by Fitton Estates at the Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards at The Grand in Southport. Photo by Kevin Brown Photography
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Sefton Arts Award 2026 sponsored by Fitton Estates to shine a light on local heroes at Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards

The search has begun to shine a light on those shining bright in the world…

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Winners at the Your Southport Stars Awards organised by Southport BID at The Grand Southport. Photo by Bertie Cunningham Southport BID
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Your Southport Stars Awards 2026 Finalists revealed with time to vote for your winners

Southport BID feature by Stand Up For Southport Voting for the 2026 Your Southport Stars Awards is now open!   Now’s the time to show your support for your favourite businesses.…

Winners at the Your Southport Stars Awards organised by Southport BID at The Grand Southport. Photo by Bertie Cunningham Southport BID
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Your Southport Stars Awards 2026 Finalists revealed with time to vote for your winners

Liam Howard has been hailed a hero for saving a man's life at the NCP car park on London Street in Southport. The car park is patrolled by Liam Howard and Steve Farrington. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Southport car park attendant hailed ‘an absolute hero’ by grateful family after saving man’s life

Southport's Interfaith Annual Lecture. Pictured left to right at the event are: Father Kevin McLoughlin, Imam Ibrahim Hussain, Archbishop of Liverpool, The Most Reverend John Sherrington, Deputy Lord Lieutenant Dr Crispin Pailing MBE, Debbie Fullwood, Southports Interfaith Group chairperson, The Member of Parliament for Southport, Patrick Hurley and Dr Selwyn Goldthorpe, who is the Chairman of Southport & District Reform Synagogue and Secretary to the Southport Interfaith Grou
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Archbishop of Liverpool leads Southport Interfaith Annual Lecture to share ‘values we all have in common’

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

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 place in Southport this summer and how it will affect them.  All are welcome at…

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

Liverpool, Knowsley and St Helens will welcome the finish of stage two of the men’s…

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

Guest Blog by Paul Edwards S&B  Lancashire’s first team crick­eters will return to South­port for…

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’

The 153rd Open at Royal Portrush generated more than £280 million in economic benefit for Northern Ireland. Photo by The R&A
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The 153rd Open drove £280m economic benefit says independent research as golf tournament heads to Southport

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Christmas Markets coming to Southport FC with two day event including game v Worksop Town

Southport FC co-owner Kieran Malone is delighted the club is opening a new coffee shop in the former Pavilion cafe building in Southport
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Southport FC and Southport FC Foundation open new coffee shop in former Pavilion cafe building

Owners of Lockbusters Locksmiths in Southport Shaun and Lynn Huyton have signed up as sponsors at Southport Football Club. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Lockbusters Locksmiths unlock new sponsorship deal with Southport FC as they admire club’s ambition

Southport Slimming World members took part in their annual New Year Amnesty, donating unwanted Christmas chocolates, biscuits, bottles, gifts and more raising over £1,500 for Queenscourt Hospice
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Southport Slimming World members raise £1,500 for Queenscourt Hospice through New Year Amnesty

The Atkinson on Lord Street in Southport which houses Southport Library. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Families can enjoy World Book Day Costume Swaps with Sefton libraries to save time and money

Lightport in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Businesses and visitors wowed as Lightport transforms Southport into a river of light and colour

The audience enjoyed the return of the Southport Comedy Pub Crawl. Inside Southport Market
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7 superb shows at Southport Market in February with Bounce Mania, Neon Glow Party, Supersonic, Comedy Pub Crawl and more

Southport artist Clare Wright at her Clare Wright Art Gallery on Lord Street in Southport with work from her new Calma collection. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Clare Wright Art Gallery excited to see Lightport and Rainbow Wonderland in busy day for Southport this Sunday

Lightport in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
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Lightport Review: Illuminating new event offers a mesmerising view of Southport

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Lightport in Southport: Full guide to unmissable major new event lighting up our town

Comedy Bingo with Brendan Riley
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Bebe’s Hive announces Comedy Bingo night with Bren Riley at Victoria Park in Southport

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