Captain Tom Moore (now Honorary Colonel) – Thank You
Today, a tribute to the Second World War veteran Captain Tom Moore, who has raised many millions of pounds for the NHS, took place. Captain Tom, who has captured the hearts of
In Pictures: UK Hot Cars today
Today, a wide assortment of vehicles converged at the Marine Lake Cafe in Southport for the UK Hot Cars monthly meeting. Southport lads, Jason Regan (photos) and Motor Engineer Dave Elsby were
High tides as Storm Ciara makes way for Storm Dennis
In the aftermath of Storm Ciara, Britain is bracing for more bad weather this weekend, with forecasters warning that Storm Dennis could hammer the UK. Met Office meteorologists have confirmed that there
In pictures: High tide at Southport
Chilly winds kept some people away from the seafront today, as the high tide rolled in. Lovely brisk weather to get out and about in. More… https://www.otsnews.co.uk/storm-barbara-hits-southport/ Pat Regan © http://pat-regan.blogspot.com/
In Pictures: Southport Charity Xmas Parade 2019
The biggest vehicle light parade in the Northwest took part in Southport this afternoon. More: https://www.facebook.com/SouthportChristmasParade/ Last year’s event https://www.otsnews.co.uk/southport-xmas-charity-parade-toy-run-2018/ Well done to all people concerned in this amazing Southport charity event
Free Parking – last day at RSPB Marshside
From tomorrow, charges will be imposed on drivers at Marshside’s RSPB car park. It is believed that the new parking fees will only apply to non-members of the society. RSPB salary band
Tin Star cast – grabbing ice creams in Southport
Filming of an episode of the latest Tin Star series commenced recently on Southport’s Marine Drive. The day was windy with the stars of the show seen visibly shaking in the stiff
Banks Village Chippy – first year under new ownership
Banks Village Chippy is celebrating its first year under new ownership. New owner Mike Curtin is no stranger to cooking up fine Fish and Chips. Mike has been in the business for
Southport’s spooky goings-on in Trick or Treat Street
Pre- Halloween Southport spookiness occurred today on Lord Street. The four-day festival promises extra surprises along the way with fun-filled events and offers put on by businesses throughout Southport town centre. This
Paramotor flying machines at Ainsdale
Powered paragliding is also known as paramotoring or PPG. During this type of ultralight aviation, the pilot wears a back-mounted motor (a paramotor). This delivers enough thrust to take off using a paraglider.
The 2019 Southport Air Show
Sights and sounds from the 2019 Southport Air Show. This year, the Dakota played ‘Big Mother’ as the Avro Lancaster Bomber was absent from the famous Battle of Britain Memorial Flight. Above:
Ormskirk Motorfest 2019
The Ormskirk Motorfest 2019 event had a great turnout yesterday with cars varying widely in age and style. UK Hot Cars and Heritage F2 stock cars attended the event and both had
Set Sail to Greenbank High School this September!
Ahoy! Have you ever wanted to sail or charter a boat abroad but don’t know where to start? Then set a course to Greenbank High School on Hastings Road in Southport this
Southport Flower Show 2019: second day and the heavens opened
Brollies and Wellington boots became the wisest option to tackle the second day of the Southport Flower Show. Seats around the arena remained wet and empty as the rain hammered down. Pathways
In pictures: Southport Flower Show 2019
This 2019 event marks 90 years of Southport’s Flower Show On this first day of the show, the skies were moody yet the rain stayed away. Despite recent heavy rain earlier in
Harrison’s boat planters stall at Southport flower show 2019
Philip and Scott Harrison are setting up a boat planters stall at Southport flower show 2019. Philip and Scott will be on the walkway, just off the Morrisons roundabout. They will be at
UPDATED – Tonight off Birkdale – Status: Restricted Manoeuvrability…
LATEST NEWS: We are informed that a vessel is currently making its way across the Irish Sea laying international fibre optic cable that will connect with BT’s network locally. This may indeed,
Astronomical Society celebrate moon landing anniversary
To mark the 50th anniversary of the successful landing of the Eagle module on the surface of the Moon, Southport Astronomical Society opened its doors to the famous observatory in Hesketh Park
Hesketh Park’s Fernley Observatory
Hesketh Park’s famous Fernley Observatory (also known as the Baxendell/Fernley) Observatory) was explored by the public today during an open event hosted by the Southport Astronomical Society. Today’s observatory opening (20 July)
Orange Lodge arrives in Southport
Liverpool’s Provincial Grand Orange Lodge paraded through the resort today to mark the 200th anniversary of the first July 12th Orange Parade, which took place in 1819. The Orange Order in England
Formby Bypass gridlock this afternoon
Long vehicle tailbacks have been experienced today on the Formby Bypass (A565) into Woodvale. Above: Formby to Southport was quicker via bicycle this afternoon, thanks to lengthy gridlock. Surface damage on Liverpool
The Glossy Ibis at Marshside
This species used to be quite rare but numbers are said to be increasing. Nevertheless, the Glossy Ibis always seems to draw in the twitchers from near and far. The British Trust
In Pictures: Ainsdale Village Gala Fun Day, 1 June 2019
Ainsdale’s Gala Fun Day got off to a rather damp start, with minor showers of rain. It was a pity that the sunshine struggled to get through. Nevertheless, well done to all
In pictures: Southport during the May Bank Holiday weekend
Mixed and rather chilly weather seemed to keep the town rather quiet this weekend. Nevertheless, cafe food and entertainment ensured that some people stayed around on Sunday. As usual, various types of
Fracking tsar Engel: did she fall or was she pushed?
News has broken that the UK’s shale gas commissioner Natascha Engel, a former Labour MP, has resigned. Ms Engel has claimed her departure was due to her ‘being throttled by rules preventing
In Pictures: Easter Sunday crowds at Southport
Crowds of eager visitors invaded Southport seafront today to enjoy the Easter sunshine. As temperatures rose, many over-heated folks and a few ‘hot dogs’ decided to take the plunge at high tide,
Kevin Linden Mobile Disco & DJ Service
Kevin provides a professional mobile DJ and kids’ entertainer service for Southport, Liverpool, Wirral, Wigan and other Merseyside/ Lancashire areas. Professional sounds and lights, great selection of music from the 1960s, 70s,
In Pictures: Cheshire Dragons 2CV group land in Crosby
Crosby Lakeside Adventure Centre was the venue for a Citroen 2CV event yesterday morning. The meeting was organised by Catherine Beardshaw and Andi Donaldson. Southport pals, Dave Elsby (Motor Engineer) and Jason
Grand National Festival: More horses die for our entertainment
For Southport folk of the older generation, the Grand National still stirs up wonderful memories of the superhorse Red Rum. He was a true champion greatly renowned for his jumping ability. He
In pictures: Sundown over the Irish Sea at Ainsdale
The extremely pleasant February weather has resulted in a few striking sunsets. This was the scene at Ainsdale beach this evening. The last moments of the sinking sun mark the end of