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Queenscourt Hospice launches???Your Queenscourt Still Needs You??? appeal as hospice deficits double in a year
5+ hour, 4+ min ago (751+ words) Queenscourt Hospice is calling on its communities to continue their incredible support as it launches the next stage of its appeal, ‘Your Queenscourt Still Needs You’, following a national BBC interview highlighting the growing financial crisis facing hospices across the…...
Vet surgeon says Botanic Gardens Aviary 'should be protected and lauded and not sacrificed"
6+ hour, 56+ min ago (618+ words) A leading veterinary surgeon and long-time DEFRA Zoo Inspector says the Botanic Gardens Aviary in Churchtown “ should be protected and lauded” and that “the lives of the birds etc will not be improved by being moved.” Peter W Scott Msc....
Sefton Council insists Botanic Gardens Aviary is 'no longer in the best interests of the animals kept there"
7+ hour, 10+ min ago (733+ words) Sefton Council insists animal welfare is at the forefront of its proposed closure of the Botanic Gardens Aviary in Churchtown in Southport. Following this week’s public meeting about the Aviary hosted by Southport MP Patrick Hurley at St Cuthbert’s Church,…...
Smoking cessation hypnotherapist Tom Phillips to host smoking cessation clinics in Birkdale
6+ day, 8+ hour ago (508+ words) Tom Phillips paid partnership Are you thinking of giving up smoking but not sure of the most effective way how? Stress, anxiety and smoking cessation hypnotherapist Tom Phillips is leading new smoking cessation clinics in Birkdale in Southport this September....
Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa invites community to share 30 years of memories
6+ day, 14+ hour ago (205+ words) Thirty years later, the Resort is inviting members, former guests, families and residents across Formby, Southport, Liverpool and the surrounding area to contribute stories of weddings, Christmas parties, charity events, spa visits, corporate gatherings and memorable days on the course…...
The Dunwells to launch new UK tour at Southport's Oak Theatre
6+ day, 14+ hour ago (217+ words) Oak Theatre paid partnership On Saturday 5th September 2026, acclaimed Leeds indie-folk band The Dunwells will launch their brand-new UK tour at Oak Theatre, giving audiences the very first chance to experience their latest live show. Described by NMEas “A MUST-see band,…...
Halloween Comedy Bingo comes to Southport with sessions for families and adults
6+ day, 17+ hour ago (324+ words) People are invited to enjoy Halloween with a smile with Halloween Comedy Bingo! There will be two spooky sessions to enjoy – a daytime event for all the family and then a second one in the event for over-18s only. They…...
Wine & Words by Watson in Southport completes opening chapter as all invited to celebrate first birthday
6+ day, 20+ hour ago (839+ words) The thriving Wine & Words by Watson venue in Southport is looking forward to celebrating its first birthday. Wine & Words by Watson is a unique combination of a wine bar, bookshop and coffee shop and has become a huge hit since…...
Southport artist raises??600 for local charities through silent auction of The Perfect Swing artwork
1+ week, 7+ hour ago (167+ words) A Southport artist has raised £600 for Elsie’s Story, Bebe’s Hive and Alice’s WonderDance through a silent auction of one of his artworks during The 154th Open Golf Championship. Neil Prior donated a golf-themed work titled ‘The Perfect Swing’ to the three…...
Botanic Gardens Aviary closure: Council answers 22 frequently asked questions ahead of Public Meeting
1+ week, 18+ hour ago (1728+ words) Here are 22 frequently asked questions about the future of the Aviary at the Botanic Gardens in Churchtown in Southport – and the reasons behind its impending closure. Sefton Council has today (Saturday 8th August 2026) updated its responses, which you’ll find below, to…...