Pudsey Bear is coming to Southport this Friday!
It’s that time of year again – BBC1’s Children In Need is just around the corner, and Pudsey Bear is waking from hibernation to spread joy across our town.
On Friday 14th November 2025, Pudsey will be visiting schools, nurseries, colleges, playgroups, activity centres and local businesses to raise money and smiles for Children In Need, along with helpers from Southport Hesketh Round Table.
If you spot Pudsey in town, we’d love to see your photos or video in our Stand Up For Southport Facebook group.
Marc Foreman from the Round Table said: “Last year, we broke records with the number of visits and donations – and this year, we may go even bigger!
“We’ve already contacted many schools and businesses in the area, and we’re looking forward to visiting.
“We’ll do our best to fit in as many visits as teddy-bearly possible, spending 10–15 minutes at each location to spread joy and collect donations.
“Let’s make this the best Children In Need Day Southport has ever seen!”
What’s Next? Santa’s Coming to Town…
Once Pudsey has done his rounds, it’s full steam ahead for the Southport Santa Float – one of the town’s most beloved festive traditions.
Southport Hesketh Round Table will be releasing the float routes shortly.
Follow them on Facebook and YouTube: @SHRT1199 for updates, sneak peeks, and festive cheer.
Join Us – Make a Difference
Southport Hesketh Round Table is a group of local gentlemen from all walks of life who meet twice a month to organise some of Southport’s biggest and best events – all in support of local charities and community causes.
If you’d like to join, volunteer, or support our work, please reach out via their Facebook page or contact details below.
From all at Southport Hesketh Round Table – thank you for your continued support. Let’s keep making magic together.
For more details email: southporthesketh@roundtable.org.uk
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