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Elevate Your Active Lifestyle with Premium Gear and Bold Streetwear

In a world where fitness, fashion, and self-expression collide, one brand is leading the charge. Combining premium gym wear, bold streetwear, rugged outdoor gear, and essential fitness equipment like weights, this brand

20th April 2025

Bear Hunt trail brings families to Southport this Easter

Families are looking forward to enjoying the free Bear Hunt trail in Southport throughout the school Easter holidays. The bears have become a firm favourite with people of all ages from across

4th April 2025

Sefton Council celebrates social workers on World Social Work Day

On Social Work Day, Sefton Council is proud to celebrate its social workers across Children’s and Adults Services who make a difference to the lives of individuals and families across the borough.

19th March 2025

Farmhouse Kitchen among top contenders at British Pie Awards – again!

Southport’s Farmhouse Kitchen has been shortlisted for an award at the prestigious British Pie Awards. The Farmhouse Kitchen, located on Old Park Lane, previously secured four Bronze Medals in the annual national

6th March 2025

How Translating Legal Documents Properly Prevents Business Risk

Legal documents are more than just paperwork—they are the bedrock on which your business stands. Every contract, partnership agreement, and regulatory submission carries weight, and when you’re dealing internationally, the right words

14th February 2025

Hesketh Park junior parkrun praised for creating accessible atmosphere for young Southport parkrunner

The parents of a young parkrunner from Southport, have praised the Hesketh Park junior parkrun team for the inclusive environment they create for their autistic son, Albie. Albie is a running fanatic

5th February 2025

Southport indoor car boot sale, 22nd February

Southport Crafts & Events have a great new venue for their Southport indoor car boot sales. It starts later in the morning as well! Free public admission. Refreshments available. The venue is

1st February 2025

Southport MP pushes for reopening of Burscough Curves rail link

Patrick Hurley, MP for Southport, is calling for the reinstatement of the Burscough Curves, a key project that would enhance rail connections in Southport, Ormskirk, and surrounding areas. The proposal seeks to

30th January 2025

Candle-lit vigil to remember female victims of male violence

Merseyside’s Police and Crime Commissioner is partnering with women’s services across the region to host this year’s candle-lit vigil to remember local women and girls who have tragically lost their lives to

19th November 2024

Birkdale Craft Gift & Tabletop Fayre

Our popular fayre is back again at St Peter’s Parish Hall in Birkdale, this Saturday, 16th November. Doors are opened to our visitors from 10.30am to 2.00pm.Once again with free public admission.

13th November 2024

In Pictures: Yesterday’s Birkdale Indoor Car Boot Sale

Yesterday’s (9 November) indoor car boot sale at Liverpool Road Methodist Church (Red Brick) Hall in Birkdale was a roaring success. The crowds flocked in to discover bargains galore and we even

10th November 2024

Forthcoming Southport Craft Fayres and Indoor Car Boot Sales

We have a few events coming up, all perfect for finding those early special and unique Yuletide gifts. This coming Saturday 9th November we are at Liverpool Road Methodist Church, Liverpool Road,

4th November 2024

Sefton Council celebrates Windrush legacy in Black History Month event

Sefton Council was pleased to host a special Black History Month event in Southport on Tuesday 22nd October in collaboration with SACHA (Southport African & Caribbean Heritage Association). At the ‘Lessons from

31st October 2024

Southport gardens to be filled with colour for families as volunteers seek your help

Lord Street In Bloom Garden Volunteers are among a team working hard this week to improve the Town Hall Gardens in Southport town centre – and they would love your help to

30th October 2024

Jason is UK Horticultural Young Champion – Updated

To rapturous applause, Ainsdale man Jason Regan was presented with the Young Community Champion UK accolade in the Britain in Bloom RHS UK Finals yesterday. BBC’s ‘The One Show’ was filming therein

22nd October 2024

RHS Young Community Champion – will Jason strike gold for Ainsdale?

Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Britain in Bloom UK Finals UK Decision Time! On Monday 21st October a decision on the above will be made. Representatives from Ainsdale will be at the Manchester

20th October 2024

Birkdale Indoor Car Boot and Table Top Sale

We bring you bargains, crafts, goats and gorgeous homemade cakes! Free public admission. Saturday 12th October, 2.30pm to 5.30pm Liverpool Road Methodist Church, Liverpool Road, Birkdale, Southport, PR8 4PD. ‘Cosy Cakes’ will

10th October 2024

New home for Hart Space at The Promenade White House

Sefton Council have announced that The White House on The Promenade will become the future home of The Hart Space. A press release from Sefton Council said: “The Local Authority have continuously

25th September 2024

SOUTHPORT CLASSIC AND SPEED CAR SHOW HIT BY RAIN

The popular event took place today, Sunday 15 September 2024, at Victoria Park. Sadly, the poor wet and cool weather struck and this was reflected in the empty spaces that normally held

15th September 2024

In Pictures: Birkdale Indoor Car Boot and Table Top Sale

The crowds of bargain hunters who attended the event at the Red Brick Church in Liverpool Road Birkdale, on Saturday 14th September, were treated to three rooms and outside sale items to

15th September 2024

Southport Car Boot/Table Top Sale

Venue: Liverpool Road Methodist Church (Red Brick), Liverpool Road, Birkdale, Southport, PR8 4PD SATURDAY 14 SEPTEMBER Opens to the public from 2pm to 5pm Free public admission Over 25 stalls with lots

6th September 2024

Council to launch £500k Hart Street recovery business fund

Sefton Council will establish a £500,000 Business Recovery Fund to support local businesses affected by the Hart Street attack and St Luke’s Road riot, new documents have revealed. The proposal, set to

2nd September 2024

In Pictures: Mind Body and Spirit Fayre

A selection of photos from the Mind Body and Spirit Fayre, held at Pleasureland on Saturday 24 August 2024. Please help us to support local businesses and worthy charities. Surf this link for

25th August 2024

Are dogs allowed on Southport beach?

Much of the Southport’s golden beach is a Site of Special Scientific Interest, with a series of nature reserves and protected areas running from Crossens to Formby. Dog owners are encouraged to

25th July 2024