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July – Southport Crafts, Arts and Preloved Items Fayres

Make July a ‘crafty’ month and support small businesses! ‘Southport Crafts, Arts and Preloved Items Fayre’ organisers are holding three separate indoor fayres to visit this July, starting this coming Saturday. All

3rd July 2023

In Pictures; Ainsdale Show 2023

Images from Ainsdale Horticultural Society’s 2023 annual show, which was held today (Saturday 1 July). More info: https://www.ainsdalehorticulturalsociety.org.uk/

1st July 2023

Rare Sand Lizard rescued in Southport’s Ocean Plaza Shop – UPDATED!

Sand lizards are a highly protected UK species. Southport’s coastal dune area is one of their last established strongholds. Sadly, a great deal of their vital habitat has been lost due to

28th June 2023

In Pictures: Classic Car & Motorcycle Transport Fundraising Event

Yesterday, Southport Auto Centre held their annual fundraising Open Day, to help raise much needed funds for Macmillan Cancer Support & Southport Offshore Rescue Trust. A large selection of vintage classic cars,

25th June 2023

Ainsdale Beach “evacuated” after suspected bomb discovery

Ainsdale Beach was temporarily closed this morning after the discovery of suspected unexploded wartime ordnance. Emergency services and Green Sefton took the decision to close the beach including the Shore Road entrance.

24th June 2023

Craft Fayre raises funds for Ainsdale in Bloom Village Bloomers

Southport Crafts, Arts and Preloved Items Fayre organiser Cath Regan met with some of the Ainsdale in Bloom Village Bloomers team this afternoon. Cath handed over £65 to Brenda Porter, which was

16th June 2023

June Heatwave Drives ‘Uninvited’ Visitor Into Pontins

Parts of the UK are officially experiencing a heatwave as temperatures continue to fluctuate around 30C. Ainsdale Beach was no exception today, with sun lovers soaking up the June heat. However, Ainsdale’s

14th June 2023

Fayre organisers and Ainsdale in Bloom Village Bloomers team join forces for local community

Fayre organiser Cath Regan said: “The raffle at our first Ainsdale fayre is to raise funds for Ainsdale in Bloom Village Bloomers. They are a team of hard working volunteers who keep

6th June 2023

Police want phone footage as investigation launched over food festival horror

Detectives are asking for anyone who has phone footage of a shocking accident at the Southport Food and Drink festival to come forward. A 9 year old boy suffered serious injuries after

5th June 2023

Launch of New Crafts and Preloved Items Fayre in Ainsdale this Saturday

This coming Saturday 10th June,10.30am– 3.00pm, in Ainsdale Venue – Ainsdale Methodist Church, Ainsdale, 688 Liverpool Road, Southport, PR8 3NQ. Lovely stalls with hand crafted items, bouncy castle (dry weather permitting)

3rd June 2023

Southport Car Enthusiasts Visit Ormskirk Motorfest 2023

Southport Motor Engineer Dave Elsby and Car Detailing Central’s Jason Regan took in the sights today at the Ormskirk Motorfest 2023. Here are a few of the images from the show… Car

28th May 2023

Splash World to reopen this weekend

Southport’s iconic Splash World waterpark will reopen later this month ahead of a hotly anticipated and busy summer. Sefton Council is thrilled to announce the long-awaited reopening of the all-weather attraction on

25th May 2023

Ocean Plaza and Central 12 retail estates sold to property group

Retail parks at Ocean Plaza and Central 12 have been sold to property investment group M Core. Prices for the two separate deals have not been announced, though agents were seeking offers

24th May 2023

Ainsdale Councillor demands action over Woodvale Grotspot

Fly-tipping nightmare continues outside Sandbrook Way flats Fly-tipping has increased in the Sandbrook Road/Way area over the past few months. A sea of waste has accumulated outside the Sandbrook Way flats once

16th May 2023

Lord Street closed after car overturns in horror smash

Police and emergency services are responding to an overturned car on Lord Street. A car has flipped after being involved in a multiple car smash near to Sainsbury’s in the town centre.

28th April 2023

High tide uncovers unexploded wartime bomb on Ainsdale beach

Ainsdale beach was sealed off by emergency services last night after a World War Two bomb was unearthed by high tides. Receding water levels washed away part of the beach surface revealing

24th April 2023

Southport Theatre demolition set to be approved by committee

The demolition of the decaying Southport Theatre is set to be signed off next week. A report to the Sefton Council planning committee will recommend councillors approve the demolition of the once

21st April 2023

Fun at the Fayre

It’s all go at the fayre today (15 April 2023). You are most welcome to join us to find that unique gift. Doors close at 4.00 pm. Venue: St Peter’s Church St Peter’s

15th April 2023

Ceremony to honour VC winner after grave transformed by volunteers

Victoria Cross hero Richard George Masters, who saved 200 lives during WWI, will be celebrated at a ceremony after his grave was restored by volunteers in Southport.

13th April 2023

We Grow Co to hold craft fair for Autism Initiatives

Members of the public are being invited to a Vintage and Craft fair in aid of Autism Initiatives. Held by We Grow Co, the fair will take place from 10am to 4pm

29th March 2023

Police detain man during incident on Forest Road

Eyewitnesses say a man has been detained this evening during a police incident on Forest Road. A significant police presence arrived at Forest Road, close to the junction of Haig Avenue, shortly

24th March 2023

Dukes Conservative candidate Laura Nuttall calls for urgent road repairs

Conservative candidate in Dukes Ward for May’s local elections, Laura Nuttall, is calling on Sefton Council to make urgent repairs to roads across Dukes Ward, including Sandringham Road, Grosvenor Road and Hall

23rd March 2023

Village will come to standstill in tribute to Birkdale legend

Shoppers, store owners and traffic will come to a complete standstill in Birkdale Village tomorrow (Tuesday) to honour a popular young man who sadly passed away. People are being asked to line

20th March 2023

Fun-Filled Craft Fayre with Funds raised for Children’s Charity

Event organiser Cath Regan and her team thanked everyone who supported the Craft Fayre at St Peter’s Church in Birkdale, last Saturday. Lots of great people and a plethora of beautiful handmade

20th March 2023

Southport gets it’s very own ‘Norwood lights’ as Bispham Rd looks to market itself

A plan to help improve Bispham Rd for residents and retailers alike by giving it more of a ‘village feel’ is now a shining example after its latest development. It’s become a

17th March 2023

Town centre kebab house plans skewered

A popular kebab chain eyeing up the former town centre McDonald’s building have pulled out of the move. German Donner Kebab bosses were initially hopeful of bagging a town centre spot at

15th March 2023

Craft Fayre Fun this Saturday

Craft fair season seems to be upon us, and craft fairs are bursting out everywhere. Here are three such great events with free entry. Our Southport Crafts, Arts & Preloved Items fayre

14th March 2023

Volunteers sought for Southport ‘Big Spring Clean’ to remove coastal debris

Volunteers are being asked to help clear up a line of rubbish left by this winter’s high tides at Southport, stretching from RSPB Marshside car park to Hesketh Road. Wes Davies, Ribble

11th March 2023

Free trees for Birkdale residents to improve local environment

Residents of the Birkdale area will have another opportunity to collect a free whip this Saturday morning. The handout of the whips (or small trees) has been organised by Birkdale Ward’s three

9th March 2023

Ainsdale metal detectorist uncovers bomb on beach

An amateur metal detectorist combing Ainsdale beach sparked a huge emergency response after discovering a World War Two bomb. The man, from Manchester, picked up what he described as a ‘lump of

7th March 2023

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