We’ve all so much to do in Southport. We don’t need to hop on a plane, we’ve got glorious beaches, great food, and plenty to entertain the kids over the summer holidays.

Grab a bike and blanket and head to the seaside for a day filled with summer fun on glorious beaches from Ainsdale, Crosby, and Formby, to Southport, better pack the sun cream!

Throughout the summer we have plenty of events and activities and as we approach that time of year again we will keep you updated so you can plan your trip!

Explore our beaches

Formby Beach

Formby Beach is ideal for families, with a large car park, picnic areas and waymarked paths to the…

Southport Beach

Do you prefer coastal views to city skyscrapers? Do you love to feel the sand between your toes and…

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Red Arrows confirmed for this years Air Show!

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The iconic Red Arrows will once again thunder through the skies of Sefton for the 2023 Southport Air Show. Sefton Council is delighted to confirm the Red Arrows, Typhoon, Battle of Britain Memorial Flight and more will be on display at the Southport Air Show, which takes place on Saturday 9th and…

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Top places to eat out in Southport

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The Southport Restaurateurs Association has been established for over 15 years and promotes local independent restaurants in and around Southport. Eating out in one of the eateries in the association means that you are guaranteed 70% of the food you are served uses as many locally sourced…

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National ice cream day

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Of all the National Days we celebrate as a nation, we don't think there is one more fitting for a seaside town as National Ice Cream Day! Surely this is what Southport is made for? We know from our experience there are a lot of flavours out there! So we decided, let's count them, let's explore the…

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Things you didn't know about Southport

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Tourism is one of the biggest industries in England, outside of London the North West is the biggest region of tourism spend in England. This got us thinking about Southport that you may not know! Sefton is home to Aintree Racecourse, which hosts the world-famous Grand National.

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The perfect romantic break

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Southport can be the perfect hideaway for a romantic weekend break, away from the big city, close to the sea, and a more relaxed way to spend your time together. Check into the Vincent Hotel and Spa, the location is ideal, right at the centre of Lord Street, take time to settle in and enjoy the…

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Southport's winners of the Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards

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Over the last few weeks hundreds of people have been voting for their favourite ‘Hidden Gem’ as part of the Liverpool City Region’s Tourism Awards. Lots of places were nominated including tours, restaurants or natural beauty spots, highlighted as much-loved assets that are not so well-known just…

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Best place for exercise lovers in England and Wales

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Southport has been names as the best location for exercise lovers in England and Wales according to Forbes Advisor. With a score of 79.94, Southport comes ahead of places including Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Stoke-on-Trent, St Albans and Sutton Coldfield. The town scores particularly well for green space…

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Top 10 Free Days Out

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Days out in Southport and Sefton don't need to cost the earth! With fantastic beaches, incredible attractions, history and heritage, you won't be short of things to see and do which are completely FREE! We’ve drawn up our own list of the ten best free days out in Southport which are great for…

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Top 10 Walking Paths

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Sefton proudly sits on 22 miles of coast and walking is the best way to see much of Southport and the wider area – you can get to the parts of the coast and countryside that are not accessible by car. Why not try one of our walks and experience some stunning scenery, rolling dunes and blow the…

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Top 10 Cycle Routes

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So many little spots of happiness across the Sefton coast are best explored by foot or bike - stunning scenery, rolling dunes and sunsets that have the 'wow' factor. The Sefton coast cycle routes have been designed so you can get the very best from the nature and scenery around. If you are visiting…

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