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

Crosby Beach

Crosby Beach is the picturesque beginning to 22 miles of Sefton Coastline. From the shore…

Formby Beach

Formby Beach, just a few minutes up the road from Formby Village is a beautiful family and…

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Rainy Day Fun in Southport

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As we all know, the north-west can be prone to erratic weather so rainy days are not unusual. Here’s our guide to the best things to do in Southport to keep you smiling when the sun isn’t shining… The north-west is well known for its unpredictable weather which keeps residents and those visiting…

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Southport's Best Family Restaurants

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Let’s discover the best family-friendly restaurants in Southport when dining with kids for breakfast, lunch or dinner… The taste of family meals by the seaside is often associated with the nostalgic flavours of fish and chips and ice cream. Of course, many family-friendly restaurants still offer…

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Southport’s fun activities in the great outdoors

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From walking and cycling to kite flying and family adventures, the Southport coastal area has plenty to offer those looking to get outdoors and embrace a healthy lifestyle including 22 miles of beaches, parks, lakes and dunes. Many fun things to do in Southport involve outdoor activities and taking…

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Unlock your next adventure in Southport this summer

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Visitors to the north-west looking for something a little different should add the seaside town of Southport to their bucket-list of summer fun. Tourists often head to the metropolitan hubs of Liverpool or Manchester but Southport and the beautiful coastline surrounding it has plenty to offer both…

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Southport's Christmas Pantomime Is Announced!

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As the air turns crisper and the festive spirit begins to take hold, we are thrilled to announce an enchanting treat for all ages – The Atkinson is proud to present this year's Christmas Pantomime: Jack and the Beanstalk! Get ready to embark on a whimsical journey filled with laughter, excitement…

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Celebrating Southport’s Rich Aviation History

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Our little seaside town of Southport has an intriguing history in aviation, from early flight tests to its wartime roles. Located just up the coast from Liverpool, Southport's expansive beach provided a long flat space for aviators to operate aircraft in the early 20th century. The Beginnings of…

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Looking for things to do before the kids go back to school…

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It’s got to that time in the summer holidays the kids are climbing the walls whilst I am desperately trying to fit in bits of work between getting them snacks, stopping arguments, cleaning up messes, putting on the washing (in the ten minutes that the sun comes out), and a hundred other things. But…

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Green Tourism Gold Award for The Sunnyside B&B

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Sunnyside B&B is one of just 25 B&Bs in the UK to be awarded the Gold Award by Green Tourism for having sustainability at the heart of everything it does! As well as offering homemade honey from their very own hive of bees, they also offer a range of home-cooked meals, cakes, jams, and even tomato…

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RAF Chinook confirmed for 2023 Southport Air Show

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One of the RAF’s most iconic helicopters is making a dramatic return to the Southport Air Show eight years after it last wowed crowds in the resort. The life-saving Chinook Helicopter, which has seen action around the globe, will fly into the 2023 Southport Air Show in September with aerial displays…

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Dog Friendly Southport

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In the UK there is an estimated population of 11 million pet dogs, which equates to 29% of the adult population*, so naturally it is becoming more popular for furry friends to come along on days out, short breaks and even holidays. Give your dog the freedom of running along the coast, dipping in the…

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