Southport will fall silent for a three minutes’ silence at 3pm this Wednesday (29th July 2026) to show compassion for everyone whose lives were devastated by the Southport tragedy two years ago.
People will share their support for the families of Alice, Bebe and Elsie, everyone injured physically and psychologically, their families and their loved ones, and all those whose lives were changed.
An appeal has been made for people not to place any floral tributes, particularly at either Hart Street or at any Southport schools.
Instead, Sefton Council is encouraging people to consider donating to local causes across Southport in lieu of floral tributes.
The three minutes’ silence will be observed by Sefton Council and other public bodies and they ask everyone to join in this silence, wherever you find yourself.
Flags will be lowered to half-mast on all public buildings in Sefton.
Support remains available to anyone affected on what will be an emotional and difficult day for so many.
Professionals will be available at various local reflective spaces to offer help and guidance to anyone who may need it.
This Saturday (1st August 2026, kick off 3pm), a Charity Match is taking place at Southport Football with all proceeds being divided between the families impacted by the tragedy for anyone who wishes to go along and support: Charity Match | Southport FC | Southport FC Tickets
Southport Hesketh Round Table volunteers continue operating their fundraising appeal with proceeds being divided among the families affected: Fundraiser by Southport Hesketh Round Table : Helping the Southport Families After 29th July 2024 Attack
In an Open Letter to Southport, Sefton Council said: “We know this will be an incredibly difficult time and many of you will be wondering how best to mark the date.
“Your compassion and support continues to be a source of comfort to all affected and unwavering acts of kindness have meant more than words can express.
“This period is incredibly difficult for everyone whose lives were affected by the events of the day, including those who rushed to support and our emergency responders.
“They remain always in our thoughts.
“It is the solidarity you continue to show as a community which will again shine bright in the coming weeks and we want everyone to know there has been an incredible amount of consideration, thought and planning given to how we all mark the date of July 29th going forward.
“In respect of this deeply personal time, we ask that no floral tributes be laid particularly at either Hart Street or at school settings.
“Instead we are encouraging people to consider donating to local causes across Southport in lieu of floral tributes.
“There will also be a three minutes silence held across Southport at 3pm on Wednesday, July 29th 2026, to remember everyone affected.
“Our colleagues have been working with faith and community leaders to once again identify local spaces where you can go, within your own neighbourhoods, to say a prayer, light a candle, speak to someone or spend a quiet moment reflecting in whatever way feels right for you.
“We fully understand that many of us still need to grieve and to acknowledge the day and there is no right or wrong way to do this. Whether you choose to attend a reflective space, observe the silence, spend time with loved ones, or simply take a quiet moment to yourself, we encourage everyone to do whatever feels most appropriate to you.”
You can access support by visiting www.sefton.gov.uk/southporttogether
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