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Step into the Colourful Maze of Wildlife at Martin Mere's Wild Walk

It’s the place where you’re encouraged to run wild to your heart's content! But what actually is Martin Mere’s Wild Walk? Wild Wal…

Potential End in Sight for Disruptive Rail Strikes with New Pay Deal

Following a series of positive talks led by the government, ASLEF has agreed to recommend a new pay proposal to its members. The o…

Woman, 53, jailed over ‘blow the mosque up’ Facebook post after Southport riots

A 53-year-old woman who lived a “quiet, sheltered” life has been jailed for 15 months for posting a comment on Facebook which said…

Woodlands Animal Sanctuary Gears Up for Annual Family Fun Day

Woodlands Animal Charity Hosts Annual Family Fun Day to Support Animals in Need Woodlands Animal Sanctuary is excited to announce …

Thomas Whitehead of Pool Street Southport charged with violent disorder

Police have charged a 39th person following violent disorder in Southport and Liverpool.Thomas Whitehead, 53, of Pool Street, Sout…

Hidden Heroes of Southport: Undying Community Spirit in the Wake of Tragedy. Video

From the Prime Minister's office... The attacks that took place in Southport and the violent unrest that has followed across the c…

Three Men from Chester, St. Helens, and Colne Charged in Southport Disorder

Three more men have been charged in connection to violent disorder in Southport. Joshua Jones, 31, of St Mark’s Road, in Chester, …

Urgent Plea to Find Missing Southport Teen Demi Potter

Please share and help us find missing 15-year-old Demi Potter from Southport.Demi has been missing from home since Friday 9 August…

Pedestrian hit by car in Market Street Southport

The emergency services were called to the junction of Market Street and Lord Street this morning (Wednesday 14th August) at approx…

Sefton Council Leader Backs Police Efforts in Combatting Hate Crimes

Sefton Council leader Cllr Marion Atkinson has backed the Merseyside Police’s commitment to dealing with incidents of hate crime. …

Sefton Conservative Group Calls for Transparency in Local Government Funding

“The Leader of the Sefton Conservative Group, Councillor Mike Prendergast, and his Dukes Ward colleague, Sir Ron Watson, are calli…

Southport man from Sefton Street jailed after riot. Video

The following footage shows the actions of Philip Prescott, 38, of Sefton Street, Southport, who was sentenced today to two years …

Three men jailed for combined seven years and eight months for violent disorder in Southport and Liverpool

Three men have been jailed for a combined seven years and eight months for their role in violent disorder in Merseyside. They appe…

Find Out Why Pleasureland's CEO Says Southport Needs You Now More Than Ever!

Bank Holiday Rail Upgrades Between London Euston and North West England

The majority of the railway between London Euston and the North West of England will be open for business this August bank holiday…

Five More Males Charged Following Violent Disorder in Southport

Police have charged a further five males following violent disorder in Southport and Liverpool. Jake Lowther, 20, of Abrams Fold, …

Community choir forms in Southport to foster hope in wake of tragic events

A community choir has formed in Southport to foster hope and togetherness in the wake of tragic events in the town over the last f…

Merseyside Police Commissioner Urges Public Caution In Online Sharing

Think before you share - that’s the clear message from Merseyside’s Police & Crime Commissioner Emily Spurrell who has joined forc…

Southport Flower Show 2024 preparations underway .

Preparations for the 2024 Southport Flower Show are well underway. Southport Flower Show, sponsored by The Seventy Ninth Group, is…

Man from Manchester becomes eighth person to be jailed following disorder in Southport

A man from Manchester has become the eighth person to be jailed following disorder in Merseyside after he was sentenced today to o…

Southport's Youngest Rioter: Boy, 12, Pleads Guilty in Youth Court

A 12-year-old boy who threw an object at police during unrest in Southport has admitted violent disorder. Liverpool Youth Court he…

Busy times for Southport Lifeboat

Our lifeboat and quad bikes were tasked to assist in the search for a missing person on Ainsdale beach.Shortly after leaving the s…

Your Tickets to Fun and Charity: Southport Pleasureland's Epic Fundraiser

On the 1st September 2024, a special fundraising event will take place at Southport Pleasureland, and everyone is invited! It will…

Funeral details of Southport stabbing victim Bebe King announced

The family of Bebe have asked us to inform the community about the upcoming celebration of life for their beautiful daughter, whic…

Learner drivers warned about the risks of driving test cancellation finders

DVSA has published new guidance to help learner drivers stay safe online when they book and manage their driving test. Some learne…

Water bill compensation to double for poor customer service

The Government has today (Monday 12 August) set out tough new measures to crack down on water companies failing their customers. U…

Authentic Viking Life Experiences Await at Martin Mere's Mere Tun

WWT Martin Mere is opening its Mere Tun for a host of engaging Viking activities over the summer. Visitors can join in on Mondays …

Match Report Southport 3 Alfreton 1

Southport 3-1 Alfreton Town Southport scorers: Philliskirk 1-0 (18’) 2-0 (53’), Moore 3-0 (63’) Alfreton scorer: Whitehouse 3-1 (7…

Man charged in connection with Southport disorder

Police have charged another man following the violent disorder in Southport on Tuesday 30 July. It brings the total number of peop…

Continued Crackdown on Merseyside Violence: Eight More Suspects Sought

Detectives are issuing images of eight more people who may have information following incidents of disorder in Merseyside. Detecti…

Southport 3 Alfreton Town 1

Southport open the season with a convincing win. Report later 18'1 - 0Philliskirk D.53'2 - 0Philliskirk D.63'3 - 0Lloyd D.70'3 - 1

Parents of Bebe King pay tribute to their 'shimmering star'

The parents of Bebe King, Lauren and Ben King, have issued the following tribute to Bebe and all those involved in the tragic even…

Southport Stabbing Vigil: Man with 25 Prior Convictions Jailed for Knife Possession

A man who carried a knife as he went to join a "mob" after a vigil for the Southport stabbing victims has been jailed for two year…

Further CCTV appeal following recent disorder in Merseyside

Do you recognise any of these 12 people? We believe they could have information following the recent disorder in Merseyside. This …

Two More Individuals Face Court for Southport and Liverpool Violence

Two more people have been charged following the violent disorder in Southport and Liverpool bringing the total number of people ch…

Small Cumbrian Village raises £235.09 for Southport victims fund

The Great Clifton Village Fun Day was held in the village near Workington on Saturday, August 4. Villagers gathered together to en…

Police Issue Images of 11 More Individuals Following Merseyside Disorder

Detectives are issuing images of 11 more people who may have information following incidents of disorder in Merseyside. After issu…

Southport Stands Together: Pleasureland Event to Raise Funds for Alder Hey and Local Hospitals

On the 1st of September, Southport Pleasureland in partnership with other local organisations will hold an extra special event to …

Rufford Man Detained for Encouraging Violent Disorder Online

Police have arrested a man suspected of taking to social media to encourage others to take part in violent disorder.The 39-year-ol…

20 People Now Charged in Connection with Southport and Liverpool Violent Disorder

A total of 20 people have now been charged in connection with violent disorder in Southport and Liverpool.Three more men were char…

All children injured during Southport stabbings have been discharged from hospital

Police can confirm that all the children who were injured during the stabbings in Southport on Monday 29 July have now been discha…