Welcome to Southport

Southport is a seaside town located in the north-west of England, in the county of Merseyside. It is a popular tourist destination, known for its beautiful beaches, Victorian architecture, and vibrant nightlife. The town has a rich history, dating back to the 18th century when it was a popular spa resort. Today, Southport is a bustling town with a population of over 90,000 people.

One of the main attractions in Southport is its stunning coastline. The town boasts miles of sandy beaches, which are perfect for sunbathing, swimming, and water sports. The beaches are also home to a variety of wildlife, including seals, dolphins, and seabirds. Visitors can take a stroll along the promenade, which offers stunning views of the Irish Sea and the town's famous pier.

Southport is also known for its impressive Victorian architecture. The town has a number of historic buildings, including the Grade II listed Southport Theatre and Convention Centre, which was built in 1875. Other notable buildings include the Atkinson Art Gallery and Library, which houses a collection of paintings, sculptures, and ceramics, and the Wayfarers Arcade, a beautiful shopping arcade that dates back to 1898. Overall, Southport is a charming town that offers something for everyone, from its beautiful beaches to its rich history and culture.

Local Schools

School	Details
Southport College Further Education Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Mrs Michelle Brabner	Mornington Road Southport Merseyside PR9 0TT 1704500606 School Website
Arden College Special Post 16 Institution Ages:16-25 Head Teacher Miss Siobhan Partington	40 Derby Road Southport Merseyside PR9 0TZ 7802877749
Linaker Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jan Holmes	Sefton Street Southport Merseyside PR8 5DB 01704532343 School Website
Holy Trinity Church Of England Primary School, Southport Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Linda Thompson	Manchester Road Southport Merseyside PR9 9AZ 1704538366 School Website
St Philips Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sandie Edward	Hampton Road Southport Merseyside PR8 6SS 01704535737 School Website
Birkdale Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Nick Sheeran	Matlock Road Birkdale Southport Merseyside PR8 4EL 01704567516 School Website
Norwood Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Lee Dumbell	Norwood Crescent Southport Merseyside PR9 7DU 01704211960 School Website
Holy Family Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Louise Morton	Norwood Crescent Southport Merseyside PR9 7DU 01704213084 School Website
Christ The King Catholic High School And Sixth Form Centre Voluntary Aided School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Erin Wheeler	Stamford Road Southport Merseyside PR8 4EX 01704565121 School Website
Meols Cop High School Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Ian Parry	Meols Cop Road Southport Merseyside PR8 6JS 1704531180 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Southport Chapel Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 1BE 0.32 Miles

Birkdale Liverpool Road, Birkdale, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 4AF 0.87 Miles

Meols Cop Meols Cop Road, Meols Cop, Merseyside, PR8 6AY 1.32 Miles

Hillside Waterloo Road, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 4QR 1.75 Miles

Ainsdale Station Road, Ainsdale, Merseyside, PR8 3HJ 3.33 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Spanish Cars Com 01704 500505 Sad Shop, Southport, Merseyside, PR9 0BY 0.36 Miles
Hollybrook Carriage Co 01704 565033 3 Hollybrook Rd, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 2AA 0.43 Miles
Central Cabs 0800 544414 161A Eastbank Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 6TH 0.46 Miles
Zoom Zoom Cars 01704 537388 Marlborough Rd, Southport, Merseyside, PR9 0RA 0.63 Miles
Kwik Cars 0800 547000 3 St. Lukes Rd, Southport, Merseyside, PR9 0SH 0.86 Miles
Radio Yellow Top Cab 01704 531000 107 Sussex Rd, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 6AF 1.11 Miles
Yellow Cabs Ltd 01704 538000 107 Sussex Rd, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 6AF 1.11 Miles
Southport Taxis 01704 884455 107 Sussex Rd, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 6AF 1.11 Miles
Amv Travel And Courier Services 01704 381086 Unit 1, Southport, Merseyside, PR9 7AE 1.54 Miles
Savy Travel 01704 380514 117 Clifton Rd, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 6HL 1.58 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Lord St Central No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Lord Street South Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Market No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Cambridge Arcade No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Wesley Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Part Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Lulworth Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lord Street Monument Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Lord Street Monument Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Union Club No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Belmont Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
London Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Duke St No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Portland Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Bath Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:15

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Southport Centre For Health And Wellbeing - Covid Local Vaccination Service	44-46 Hoghton Street Southport PR9 0PQ
Southport Centre For Health And Wellbeing - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	44-46 Hoghton Street Southport PR9 0PQ
Grange Surgery 01704 560506	The Grange Surgery 41 York Road Birkdale, Southport Merseyside PR8 2AD
St Marks Medical Centre (Tcg Medical) 01704 511700	St Marks Medical Centre 42 Derby Road Southport Merseyside PR9 0TZ
Trinity Practice	42 Derby Road Southport PR9 0TZ

Local Stores

Cambridge Road - Churchtown
142 Cambridge Road
Churchtown
Southport
Merseyside
PR9 9RZ
01704 233729
shop.5461@coop.co.uk
Store Website
2.12 miles

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SPAR Scarisbrick
Scarisbrick New Road
Southport
PR8 6PU
01704539168
Store Website
0.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Just Cats Veterinary Clinic
57-59 Duke Street Southport Merseyside PR8 5BT 01704 544640 Website 0.48 miles
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Southport Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit 6 Ocean Plaza Retail Park Marine Parade Southport Merseyside PR8 1SA southport@vets4pets.com Website 0.50 miles

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Town Vets Limited
19 Church Street Southport Merseyside PR9 0QT 01704 535233 contact@town-vets.co.uk Website 0.64 miles
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Acacia Veterinary Clinic
38 Norwood Avenue Southport Merseyside PR9 7EG 01704 211822 nwvets@yahoo.com Website 1.35 miles
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Rufford Veterinary Group Ltd
127 Wennington Road Southport Merseyside PR9 7AH 01704 214460 1.64 miles

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Copper Beach Vets
172 Roe Lane Southport Liverpool Merseyside PR9 7PN 07590 733928 vet.wolfie36@gmail.com 1.82 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Ainsdale Beach
Open Beach With Sand Dunes, Large Car Park Right On The Beach Ainsdale Beach Ainsdale Lancashire 3.22 miles This Is The Little Beach Near Pontins, Not The Main Beach In The Centre

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Formby Squirrel Reserve (Leading To The Beach)
Parking Available At The Squirrel Walk Entrance Or Further Down Right At The Beach. 85 Victoria Rd Formby Liverpool L37 1LJ 6.35 miles Free Parking After 5:30Pm

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Lytham Hall
Lytham Hall Is Very Dog Friendly. Next To Town. 80 Acres Of Park And Woodland Its Doggy Heaven. It Is Flat With Paths And There Is A Cafe On Site. Free Parking. Open Monday To Friday [Free], With A £1 Charge On Sunday. Closed Saturdays. Lytham Hall Park 6.94 miles

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Witch Wood Lytham
Wood 7.69 miles Wood, Bridge Rd, Lytham Saint Annes Fy8 4Eq

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Heronand#039;S Reach Nature Trail
A 5K Circular Walk With Lots Of Unrest For Dogs To Run Around Such As Trees, Ponds Etc. Unnamed Road Blackpool FY3 8LL 11.58 miles Start In The De Vere Car Park And Take The Bridle Path Located Near The Enterance Of The Car Park.

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Avenham Valley / Old Tram Road
Factory Ln Penwortham Preston PR1 9TE 14.36 miles I Park At The End Of Factory Lane, Lower Penwortham. Pr1 9Sn. Free Parking Can Be Found Opposite The 'Vernon'S Mill' Which Is A Very Obvious Landmark. The Lane Is About Half A Mile Long And You Will Pass Under The Active Railway Line, Pass 'Vernon'S - Cabus' Cricket Ground On Your Left. Then, Another Hundred Yards To The Car Park.

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