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Latest Southport News as of 29th March 2024

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First motorboats of 2024 are out and people enjoying the sun in Southport.... ... See MoreSee Less

Friday March 29th, 2024 - 2:22 pm

The Neu Music Club returns on Wednesday April 10 with a couple of records which could well be our albums of 2024.

The region's best new music night kicks off with new albums by [Waxahatchee](www.facebook.com/waxahatchee?__cft__[0]=AZUX7ppDy_D3zt9hiRIK9UMkHa5ypqt_MhywL0Y190cpqGeGPUD4NfSSi6L3d9jg8cTgJe4vl5528bgffCNtm6dwRmgRo1Ml8Q2tLtzATdcTohxPyLlEokbDleZBShV-RI0G6Z5xS3LE-MjETbhBvRKuETUOUS7JB3yTWfXBerHjjR8bSd4UusjkTzq9iw04mb8&__tn__=-]K-R), Revival Season, [Mildlife](www.facebook.com/Mildlife?__cft__[0]=AZUX7ppDy_D3zt9hiRIK9UMkHa5ypqt_MhywL0Y190cpqGeGPUD4NfSSi6L3d9jg8cTgJe4vl5528bgffCNtm6dwRmgRo1Ml8Q2tLtzATdcTohxPyLlEokbDleZBShV-RI0G6Z5xS3LE-MjETbhBvRKuETUOUS7JB3yTWfXBerHjjR8bSd4UusjkTzq9iw04mb8&__tn__=-]K-R) and [Kungens Mรคn](www.facebook.com/bandetkungensman?__cft__[0]=AZUX7ppDy_D3zt9hiRIK9UMkHa5ypqt_MhywL0Y190cpqGeGPUD4NfSSi6L3d9jg8cTgJe4vl5528bgffCNtm6dwRmgRo1Ml8Q2tLtzATdcTohxPyLlEokbDleZBShV-RI0G6Z5xS3LE-MjETbhBvRKuETUOUS7JB3yTWfXBerHjjR8bSd4UusjkTzq9iw04mb8&__tn__=-]K-R).

And this month's classic album is a worldie from 1984 - Reckoning by [R.E.M.](www.facebook.com/REMhq?__cft__[0]=AZUX7ppDy_D3zt9hiRIK9UMkHa5ypqt_MhywL0Y190cpqGeGPUD4NfSSi6L3d9jg8cTgJe4vl5528bgffCNtm6dwRmgRo1Ml8Q2tLtzATdcTohxPyLlEokbDleZBShV-RI0G6Z5xS3LE-MjETbhBvRKuETUOUS7JB3yTWfXBerHjjR8bSd4UusjkTzq9iw04mb8&__tn__=-]K-R)

We've also got another BEST BAND T-SHIRT competition - so come wearing your band/gig t-shirts.

Alongside this is the usual music quiz and the finest craft ales around.

It's FREE and kicks off at 7.30pm.

Tell your mates. ๐Ÿ˜Ž
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 2:13 pm
The Neu Music Club returns on Wednesday April 10 with a couple of records which could well be our albums of 2024.

The regions best new music night kicks off with new albums by [Waxahatchee](https://www.facebook.com/waxahatchee?__cft__[0]=AZUX7ppDy_D3zt9hiRIK9UMkHa5ypqt_MhywL0Y190cpqGeGPUD4NfSSi6L3d9jg8cTgJe4vl5528bgffCNtm6dwRmgRo1Ml8Q2tLtzATdcTohxPyLlEokbDleZBShV-RI0G6Z5xS3LE-MjETbhBvRKuETUOUS7JB3yTWfXBerHjjR8bSd4UusjkTzq9iw04mb8&__tn__=-]K-R), Revival Season, [Mildlife](https://www.facebook.com/Mildlife?__cft__[0]=AZUX7ppDy_D3zt9hiRIK9UMkHa5ypqt_MhywL0Y190cpqGeGPUD4NfSSi6L3d9jg8cTgJe4vl5528bgffCNtm6dwRmgRo1Ml8Q2tLtzATdcTohxPyLlEokbDleZBShV-RI0G6Z5xS3LE-MjETbhBvRKuETUOUS7JB3yTWfXBerHjjR8bSd4UusjkTzq9iw04mb8&__tn__=-]K-R) and [Kungens Mรคn](https://www.facebook.com/bandetkungensman?__cft__[0]=AZUX7ppDy_D3zt9hiRIK9UMkHa5ypqt_MhywL0Y190cpqGeGPUD4NfSSi6L3d9jg8cTgJe4vl5528bgffCNtm6dwRmgRo1Ml8Q2tLtzATdcTohxPyLlEokbDleZBShV-RI0G6Z5xS3LE-MjETbhBvRKuETUOUS7JB3yTWfXBerHjjR8bSd4UusjkTzq9iw04mb8&__tn__=-]K-R).

And this months classic album is a worldie from 1984 - Reckoning by [R.E.M.](https://www.facebook.com/REMhq?__cft__[0]=AZUX7ppDy_D3zt9hiRIK9UMkHa5ypqt_MhywL0Y190cpqGeGPUD4NfSSi6L3d9jg8cTgJe4vl5528bgffCNtm6dwRmgRo1Ml8Q2tLtzATdcTohxPyLlEokbDleZBShV-RI0G6Z5xS3LE-MjETbhBvRKuETUOUS7JB3yTWfXBerHjjR8bSd4UusjkTzq9iw04mb8&__tn__=-]K-R)

Weve also got another BEST BAND T-SHIRT competition - so come wearing your band/gig t-shirts.

Alongside this is the usual music quiz and the finest craft ales around.

Its FREE and kicks off at 7.30pm.

Tell your mates. ๐Ÿ˜Ž

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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 2:10 pm
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 1:34 pm

Calling all budding dinosaur rangers! ๐Ÿ“ฃ๐Ÿฆ–๐Ÿงฑ

Starting today, Southport will transformed into 'DinoTown'. 15 incredible brick-built dinosaurs will be roaring into the town centre for visitors to enjoy.

With one of them placed inside Wayfarers Arcade - imagine the echo when it gives a big roar!

DinoTown Southport
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 1:11 pm

# **Easy pickings for wardens in Kings Gardens **

Sent in by a member. We were on King's gardens with our little dog yesterday, approached by 2 wardens, (one was being trained) and they issued us with a ยฃ50 fine for walking our dog on a 2 meter leash in a designated area, we had let our hand off her lead for a few seconds (she had her lead still attached to her harness) when they approached us. Only a few seconds before a cockapoo with his owner (without a lead at all) walked through the water fountain. We did not see any signs anywhere, otherwise (being responsible owners of our dog) we would not have broken any laws. Thought maybe a warning would of been fairer. Just for all your dog owners to be aware. Thank you.

Verified that they were in Kings Gardens Community Garden shown in orange bottom left oppostie the Carlton Hotel.
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 12:50 pm
# **Easy pickings for wardens in Kings Gardens **

Sent in by a member. We were on Kings gardens with our little dog yesterday, approached by 2 wardens, (one was being trained) and they issued us with a ยฃ50 fine for walking our dog on a 2 meter leash in a designated area, we had let our hand off her lead for a few seconds (she had her lead still attached to her harness) when they approached us. Only a few seconds before a cockapoo with his owner (without a lead at all) walked through the water fountain. We did not see any signs anywhere, otherwise (being responsible owners of our dog) we would not have broken any laws. Thought maybe a warning would of been fairer. Just for all your dog owners to be aware. Thank you.

Verified that they were in Kings Gardens Community Garden shown in orange bottom left oppostie the Carlton Hotel.

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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 11:55 am
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Great for Crosby, any news on Ainsdale gateway today?The Bus Yard is back today!๐Ÿ‘

With fantastic food, drinks and live music, it's the perfect place to enjoy the Easter break๐Ÿฃ
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 11:36 am
Great for Crosby, any news on Ainsdale gateway today?

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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 11:33 am
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Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at our stunning theatre on Hoghton Street?

Do you have skills to share?

Would you like to be part of our lovely community?

Come and see us next week and find out more!๐ŸŽญ Join Us & Join In - 5th April ๐ŸŽญ

One week to go until our next Join Us & Join In night!

If you think you'd like to know more about the different elements of the theatre, please come down and see us.

This is for members, prospective members and anyone who is interested!

Representatives of our many departments will be there to talk about what they do and see if it's something you'd like to be part of!

For more details, get in touch!
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 10:52 am
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at our stunning theatre on Hoghton Street?

Do you have skills to share?

Would you like to be part of our lovely community?

Come and see us next week and find out more!

# **[Southport Pier update scheduled for 25th July 2024 by Sefton Council](www.qlocal.co.uk/southport/news_list/Southport_Pier_update_scheduled_for_25th_July_2024_by_Sefton...

Sefton Council's Cabinet Meeting scheduled for July 25th 2024 now has an agenda item for Southport Pier.
> Update relating to Southport Pier, following progression of pre-construction work (and in advance of any award of the required capital funding, at the time of adding to the forward plan)

A&E Yates have completed thier onsite assessment of the pier and hopefully their report will be received well before the planned Council meeting.

Reported at qlocal.co.uk/southport
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 10:50 am
# **[Southport Pier update scheduled for 25th July 2024 by Sefton Council](https://www.qlocal.co.uk/southport/news_list/Southport_Pier_update_scheduled_for_25th_July_2024_by_Sefton_Council-55069110.htm)**

Sefton Councils Cabinet Meeting scheduled for July 25th 2024 now has an agenda item for Southport Pier.
> Update relating to Southport Pier, following progression of pre-construction work (and in advance of any award of the required capital funding, at the time of adding to the forward plan)

A&E Yates have completed thier onsite assessment of the pier and hopefully their report will be received well before the planned Council meeting.

Reported at qlocal.co.uk/southport

# **[A brighter future at Brighter Living's mens group!](www.qlocal.co.uk/southport/news_list/A_brighter_future_at_Brighter_Living%27s_mens_group%21-55069...

Lovely email sent by Lorraine Culshaw from the busy Southport Community Centre on Norwood Road after QLocal's Roger Blaxall gave his popular talk 'Should I stay or should I go?' about the experiences of Liverpool evacuees in Ormskirk earlier this month:

Thank you so much for the talk you delivered to our Menโ€™s Group here at Southport Community Centre.

The group's run by Brighter Living Partnership and aimed at supporting men in the local community to improve their Health and Wellbeing by reducing social isolation and loneliness and much more. It meets every Friday from 13.00 to 15.00; we also arrange trips out and visits from guest speakers on a variety of subjects - If anyone is interested in attending contact us on 01704 517810.

Feedback on the talk: Everyone said it was very informative and interesting. One member said he found the personal account of the speaker's mother in law evacuating very descriptive and unique. It gave the group realistic insight into what evacuating families went through during the war. The props used were a great hit too!

Reported by Roger Blaxall at qlocal.co.uk/southport
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 10:19 am
# **[A brighter future at Brighter Livings mens group!](https://www.qlocal.co.uk/southport/news_list/A_brighter_future_at_Brighter_Living%27s_mens_group%21-55069106.htm)**

Lovely email sent by Lorraine Culshaw from the busy Southport Community Centre on Norwood Road after QLocals Roger Blaxall gave his popular talk Should I stay or should I go? about the experiences of Liverpool evacuees in Ormskirk earlier this month:

Thank you so much for the talk you delivered to our Menโ€™s Group here at Southport Community Centre.

The groups run by Brighter Living Partnership and aimed at supporting men in the local community to improve their Health and Wellbeing by reducing social isolation and loneliness and much more. It meets every Friday from 13.00 to 15.00; we also arrange trips out and visits from guest speakers on a variety of subjects - If anyone is interested in attending contact us on 01704 517810.

Feedback on the talk: Everyone said it was very informative and interesting. One member said he found the personal account of the speakers mother in law evacuating very descriptive and unique. It gave the group realistic insight into what evacuating families went through during the war. The props used were a great hit too!

Reported by Roger Blaxall at qlocal.co.uk/southport

# **['End of an era' for Marshside ladies](www.qlocal.co.uk/southport/news_list/%27End_of_an_era%27_for_Marshside_ladies-55069105.htm)**

Caught on camera - the last ever meeting of the Marshside Tuesday Club which closed this week after over 100 years...

Leader Mary Porter, 77 said that financial pressures and finding volunteers were two of the reasons that the club ended on Tuesday with QLocal Ormskirk reporter Roger Blaxall - booked to speak- taking these final photos instead.

Widow Mary, a former nurse at Greaves Hall in Banks, has been a very active volunteer in a number of local groups and still sits on the PPG (Patient Participation Group) in Southport which was meeting on Tuesday evening.

She thanked a number of folk for helping down the years including Joan Clarke who was sadly absent at the last meeting.

Reported by Roger Blaxall at qlocal.co.uk/southport
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 10:16 am
# **[End of an era for Marshside ladies](https://www.qlocal.co.uk/southport/news_list/%27End_of_an_era%27_for_Marshside_ladies-55069105.htm)**

Caught on camera - the last ever meeting of the Marshside Tuesday Club which closed this week after over 100 years...

Leader Mary Porter, 77 said that financial pressures and finding volunteers were two of the reasons that the club ended on Tuesday with QLocal Ormskirk reporter Roger Blaxall - booked to speak- taking these final photos instead.

Widow Mary, a former nurse at Greaves Hall in Banks, has been a very active volunteer in a number of local groups and still sits on the PPG (Patient Participation Group) in Southport which was meeting on Tuesday evening.

She thanked a number of folk for helping down the years including Joan Clarke who was sadly absent at the last meeting.

Reported by Roger Blaxall at qlocal.co.uk/southport

Today is Good Friday, when we commemorate the crucifixion and death of the Lord. Join us for our services today: Morning Prayer is at 9am, Stations of the Cross is at 10am with the Bishop of Liverpool, and The Liturgy of Good Friday is at 3pm. ... See MoreSee Less

Friday March 29th, 2024 - 10:14 am

TODAY GOOD FRIDAYDon't forget - Today (29/03/24) our Lifeboat Station will be open to the public.

The station will be open between 10am and 4pm.

Youโ€™ll be given a guided tour of the station and the chance to see the lifesaving equipment used by our crew.

Please note - There is no on-site parking or vehicle access to the station. Nearby carparks are available.

Station address:

Southport Lifeboat Station
Marine Drive
Southport
Merseyside
PR8 1SD
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 9:11 am
TODAY GOOD FRIDAY

Drone people...
Does anybody in Southport have either a DJI Mini 4 or an Air 3? It has to be one of these two models, if you have one please message me for an interesting offer.
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 8:37 am
Drone people...
Does anybody in Southport have either a DJI Mini 4 or an Air 3? It has to be one of these two models, if you have one please message me for an interesting offer.

Remember that radar thing that appeared on the pier a few weeks ago? It was to monitor our coastline. Itโ€™s related to a Sefton Council contract for Land Based, Coastal Remote Sensing Services. The contract was worth ยฃ5 million and was awarded on 19/1/24 to CoastSense Ltd.

โ€˜โ€™Sefton Council has been the lead authority for the North West Regional Coastal Monitoring Programme since 2007, collecting and analysing data to inform decisions relating to coastal erosion and flood risk management issues and support the delivery of the Shoreline Management Plan.โ€
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 8:37 am

Our first trip of 2024 is to the Harrogate Spring Show.
Sunday 28 April
Coach leaving Southport at 9am.
ยฃ38 per person
Members will get a booking form with their newsletter.

Martin Fish - Simply Gardening will be there.
www.flowershow.org.uk/spring-show/whats-on
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 8:30 am

Flamingo, flamincome!

Returned from their winter migration
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 8:06 am
Flamingo, flamincome!

Returned from their winter migration

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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 7:00 am

Southport Soup Kitchen has gratefully received a donation of wrapped chocolate treats (pictured),all ready for handing out over the Easter weekend. The Kitchen is a local charity that relies on volunteers as it receives no government funding. Each year the congregation at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints prepare the confectionery for the Kitchen. The members start their collection of chocolate soon after Christmas. Then the children get involved, making Easter cards, and there is always an eager volunteer, or two, to wrap the items all ready for gifting.
Linda Roberts, who has liaised between the Church, which is on Preston New Road, Southport, and the charity said, โ€˜We have been joining forces with this amazing charity for over 20 years now and itโ€™s wonderful to witness peopleโ€™s continued generosity. As the Christian world celebrates Easter, itโ€™s a perfect time to remember Jesus Christ taught we are all His children and we should grasp any opportunity to serve each other.โ€™
Anyone wanting to help Southport Soup Kitchen in their work, is invited to contact them directly.
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 6:58 am
Southport Soup Kitchen has gratefully received a donation of wrapped chocolate treats (pictured),all ready for handing out over the Easter weekend. The Kitchen is a local charity that relies on volunteers as it receives no government funding. Each year the congregation at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints prepare the confectionery for the Kitchen. The members start their collection of chocolate soon after Christmas. Then the children get involved, making Easter cards, and there is always an eager volunteer, or two, to wrap the items all ready for gifting. 
Linda Roberts, who has liaised between the Church, which is on Preston New Road, Southport, and the charity said, โ€˜We have been joining forces with this amazing charity for over 20 years now and itโ€™s wonderful to witness peopleโ€™s continued generosity. As the Christian world celebrates Easter, itโ€™s a perfect time to remember Jesus Christ taught we are all His children and we should grasp any opportunity to serve each other.โ€™ 
Anyone wanting to help Southport Soup Kitchen in their work, is invited to contact them directly.

# **Saturday and Sunday look the best days for weather in Southport this Easter** ... See MoreSee Less

Friday March 29th, 2024 - 6:30 am
# **Saturday and Sunday look the best days for weather in Southport this Easter**

# **Good Friday weather forecast**

Hopefully not much 'light rain' for the Easter weekend
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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 6:00 am
# **Good Friday weather forecast**

Hopefully not much light rain for the Easter weekend

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Friday March 29th, 2024 - 12:02 am

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Thursday March 28th, 2024 - 10:47 pm
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Thursday March 28th, 2024 - 10:20 pm
Late humour โ€ฆ

# **Ready for family fun? Reopens for the 2024 season tomorrow Good Friday**Looking for something to do over the Easter Weekend?๐Ÿ‘€๐Ÿฐ

Come and join us for our opening weekend ๐ŸŽข ๐ŸŽก โ›ณ ๐Ÿš‚

Book tickets online to get the best price
www.southportpleasureland.com

#Easterweekend #Bankholiday #Easter #Themepark #daysout #southport #SouthportPleasureland #tickets #booknow #fun
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Thursday March 28th, 2024 - 9:50 pm
# **Ready for family fun? Reopens for the 2024 season tomorrow Good Friday**

Are you ready for Southport Pleasureland 2024!

New themes, new rides, new experiences

www.southportpleasureland.com
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Thursday March 28th, 2024 - 9:47 pm
Are you ready for Southport Pleasureland 2024!

New themes, new rides, new experiences 

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Thursday March 28th, 2024 - 9:35 pm
This Saturday

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Thursday March 28th, 2024 - 8:55 pm
Who remembers the old chip pans and the chips cooked in lard. Crispiest ever!

When school's out in Sefton it's time to turn to text ๐Ÿ“ฑ

During the #Easter holidays if you are aged 11-19 and live in #Sefton, you can still contact your school nurse for advice ๐Ÿ˜Š

If you live in other areas, your #SchoolNurse is still there for you ๐Ÿ’™

bit.ly/MC-Chat-Health
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Thursday March 28th, 2024 - 8:50 pm

My next Advice surgery will be held on 5th April 2024, due to the closure of the Atkinson for Good Friday.

As always, the surgery will be held between the hours of 11am โ€“ 2pm in Room 1 at The Atkinson on Lord Street, and no appointment is necessary.
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Thursday March 28th, 2024 - 8:29 pm
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