Ainsdale Beach
Ainsdale Beach is now recognised as one of the premier beaches in the UK for extreme kite…
Crosby Beach
Crosby Beach is the picturesque beginning to 22 miles of Sefton Coastline. From the shore…
Formby Beach
Discover a hidden gem on the stunning coastline of Sefton. Nestled amidst rolling sand dunes and…
Southport Beach
Stunning coastline and amazing views! Southport beach really does boast some of the most amazing…
Southport's Christmas Pantomime Is Announced!
- 2 minute read
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…
Learn More
Celebrating Southport’s Rich Aviation History
- 4 minute read
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…
Learn More
Looking for things to do before the kids go back to school…
- 2 minute read
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…
Learn More
Green Tourism Gold Award for The Sunnyside B&B
- 2 minute read
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…
Learn More
RAF Chinook confirmed for 2023 Southport Air Show
- 1 minute read
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…
Learn More
Dog Friendly Southport
- 1 minute read
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…
Learn More
Royal Birkdale confirmed as host of the 154th Open in 2026
- 3 minute read
Sefton Council is delighted to announce that the borough will play home to thousands of golf lovers when the 154th Open tees off at Royal Birkdale in 2026. The iconic Southport links has previously hosted golf’s original championship on ten occasions, the last of which was in 2017 when Jordan Spieth…
Learn More
Finalists announced for VisitEngland Awards for Excellence
- 2 minute read
VisitEngland has announced the finalists who will go forward to compete for the tourism industry’s annual National Awards for Excellence and Sunnyside Bed & Breakfast has been shortlisted as B&B and Guest House of the Year. The VisitEngland Awards for Excellence champion the very best of the…
Learn More
Red Arrows confirmed for this years Air Show!
- 1 minute read
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…
Learn More
Top places to eat out in Southport
- 1 minute read
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…
Learn More