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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

Southport parking scam resurfaces with fake QR codes on machines

Sefton Council has warned motorists parking in Southport town centre that fake QR codes for payment have been found on pay & display machines. The Council repeated a warning in January, saying

3rd April 2025

In Pictures: Southport Indoor Car Boot Sale – Saturday 29th March 2025

A selection of images from the Southport Indoor Car Boot Sale Saturday 29th March at the Valhalla Building, Adventure Coast Southport (previously Southport Pleasureland). Our fundraisers today were Community Cupboard and Brain

29th March 2025

Sefton Council tourism funding proposal criticised as ‘investment tax’

Southport’s Liberal Democrat and Conservative groups have expressed concern over proposals by Sefton Council to secure contributions from developers toward maintaining and enhancing Southport’s visitor infrastructure. The proposed charge for qualifying developments

21st March 2025

Birkdale Indoor Afternoon Car Boot Sale

Come and join us in the fun at the Birkdale event. Venue: Liverpool Road Methodist Church Hall (Red Brick), Liverpool Road, Birkdale, Southport, PR8 4PD. Date: Saturday 8th March, 2025. Time: 2.30

6th March 2025

Lottery rejects application for Pier repair finance, Council Leader announces

The National Lottery Heritage Fund has declined an application to assist in financing repairs of Southport Pier. Leader Councillor Marion Atkinson confirmed the decision at a full meeting of Sefton Council last

28th February 2025

In Pictures: Southport Indoor Car Boot and Craft Fayre

With sunshine galore for a change, we had a wonderful turnout for our first indoor car boot sale at Valhalla on Southport’s Esplanade today. The fayre was buzzing with activity, as busy

22nd February 2025

Indoor Car Boot & Craft Event at Valhalla Building by Southport Pleasureland/Adventure Coast Southport

Come and join us this Saturday, 22nd February, 11.00am to 2.00pm Free parking for stallholders and visitors, and free public admission at the event Come along to meet the Woodland’s Animal Sanctuary

20th February 2025

Prime Minister Keir Starmer visits Hart Street families at KGV

The Prime Minister has been in Southport this morning to meet with families affected by the 2024 Hart Street tragedy. Keir Starmer and his aides held a private meeting with families at

6th 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

Police respond to break in at bespoke bike shop

A bespoke bike shop that sells high end top quality bikes has been broken into. Police have sealed off the Southport Cycles bike shop on Shakespeare Street this morning (Wednesday January 29th).

29th January 2025

Town Centre road closed after storm caused roof collapse

Fire crews have closed off a road in Southport Town Centre after storm damage caused a roof to partially collapse. Emergency services have stopped people from entering Post Office Avenue and businesses

24th January 2025

Restoration underway for Southport’s former Leo’s Bar on Nevill Street

A dilapidated building that put a historic Southport street at risk of turning into an eyesore will now be saved thanks to its new owners and Sefton Council. The former Leo’s Bar

17th January 2025

CCTV appeal after rape in Southport pub

*This story contains details of a sexual assault. Links to support services are listed at the bottom of this article* Detectives investigating a rape in Southport in the early hours of Friday

29th December 2024

Man sought by detectives over Southport sexual offence report

Detectives have issued CCTV images of a man who may have information that could assist enquiries following a sexual offence in Southport. Police received a report of an incident that occurred in

18th December 2024

Southport town centre businesses see turnover drop by up to 70% following July events

Town centre businesses in Southport have experienced a dramatic downturn in turnover, with reductions ranging from 40% to 70% following the events of July 2024, according to a report presented to Sefton

11th December 2024

Police release CCTV images after £10,000 stolen in Southport and Formby thefts

Police have issued CCTV images of three men they believe could have information that may assist enquiries into the theft of nearly £10,000. The first theft was reported at around 12.30pm on

6th December 2024

In Pictures: Southport’s ‘Festive Fun Day’ 23 November 2024

Families braved the chilly November weather to see the attractions in the town centre. A section of Lord Street was closed off for the event, which was organised by Sefton Council and

23rd November 2024

Two men face charges after Southport drug bust uncovers Class A substances

Two men have been charged with drugs supply offences after a stop check of a car in Southport led to the discovery of a large quantity of suspected Class A drugs. At

22nd November 2024

Firefighters tackle blaze at former Hesketh Centre building

A significant emergency services present is operating on Albert Road, with firefighters from Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service extinguishing a blaze at the former Hesketh Centre building. OTS News understands that emergency

16th 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

End of the line for two Merseyrail trains

Railway devotees flocked to Southport train station last Sunday (3 November) afternoon to say farewell to two iconic 507 trains. The pair of Merseyrail’s 507 units made to journey from Southport to

4th 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

Police release images of three men after Southport stabbing

Police have issued images of three men we would like to speak to following a stabbing in Southport town centre last Friday night, 18 October. At around 12.40am on Saturday 19 October,

25th 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

In Pictures: Birkdale Indoor Car Boot and Table Top Sale

Goats and bargains may seem like unlikely bedfellows, yet this was exactly what visitors discovered at the Birkdale event today. The weather was unkind at times with hailstones and blustery winds, but

12th October 2024

Police investigating after body found in Hesketh Park

Emergency services were called to Hesketh Park in Southport early this morning following the discovery of a man’s body. Merseyside Police have confirmed that they received a report at around 5:30 am

11th 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