Sefton
Properties and events in Sefton
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'Around Birkdale & Southport in Past Times' - Heritage Talk
Join Martyn Griffith at Southport & Birkdale Cricket Club on Trafalgar Road for an illustrated talk about the history of Birkdale and Southport.
'Dan in Action' - Meet the Artist sessions inspired by Southport's Architecture
The ArtHouse Gallery is proud to showcase the work of Daniel Adler, whose art is inspired by Southport's beautiful architecture. Join Daniel on his Meet the Artist sessions to watch him in action and find out more about his creative process.
'One Family, Sixty Years' - Stories of The Masters Putting Course
Join Charles Law at the Pier Restaurant to celebrate his family's stories from their 60 years of running the Arnold-Palmer-designed Masters Putting Course on Kings Gardens.
150 yrs of Swimming and Fitness at the Promenade
The legacy of the Victoria Baths is still evident today in part of the original building. Victoria Leisure Club still operate 3 separate pools which were part of the original suite of swimming baths which characterised the original building.
Ainsdale - the mystery of the seaside garden village
A walk round the site of Ainsdale's Seaside Garden Village looking for clues to the planned exhibition of 1908 and investigating what happened next.
At The Cutting Edge - Unique Experience Tours at the British Lawnmower Museum
See the biggest, the smallest, the fastest, the most expensive, & ‘Lawnmowers of the Rich & Famous’ from King Charles & Princess Diana, Queen’s Royal Rock legend Brian May to Top Gear's James May, and many mower!
Community Spitfire Project
For adults, a display of local War casualties, both military and civilian. Members of the Royal British Legion will be present to engage with the visitors. For children, a 1/24th scale model of a Spitfire to paint as a Memorial.
Hesketh Park Conservatory
Visit this beautiful conservatory at the heart of the Grade II listed Hesketh Park and find out about their history and plans.
Hesketh Park Observatory
Visit a genuine mid-Victorian wooden observatory containing a 6-inch aperture Cooke telescope manufactured in 1869, together with its original clockwork drive. The Observatory was installed in historic Hesketh Park in 1901.
Holy Family Catholic Church Southport
Come and see inside our Church, formally opened in 1912. Most of our stained-glass windows were commissioned from John Hardman and Co. of Birmingham beginning in 1912. There are three more modern windows designed by Patrick Reyntiens in the mid-70s.
HSBC Bank - Old Banking Memorabilia
Explore the beautiful 19th Century architecture, inspired by the Roman Corinthian style, and enjoy the various photos, books and archive items on display, detailing the building's history.
Marshside Fogbell
Opportunity to see and learn about the history of this small but unique building with a fascinating history, now in the stewardship of NW Heritage CIC and currently being restored.
Over 150 years of history at The Windmill pub
Pre-dating St Marie's Church, The Windmill is one of the town's oldest pubs, dating back to Southport's years as a bathing village.
Scarisbrick Mausoleum
We will be opening the doors of this beautiful Grade II listed building to the public on Saturday 20th September 2025, one of the hidden gems of North Meols cared for by NW Heritage CIC & Friends of Scarisbrick Mausoleum.
Sefton St Helen's Church
A unique opportunity to visit a place of continuous Christian worship - 'The Cathedral of the Fields', which recently celebrated its 855th anniversary. Guides available, family research, child-friendly activities and a cafe will be provided.
Shopping on Lord Street with Mrs Dowson
A walk along Southport's renowned shopping street inspired by the receipts left by Mrs Dowson of Birkdale, who patronised a wide range of Lord Street retail businesses in the years around 1900.
Silcock's Stories of Southport - Heritage Talks
Join Serena Silcock-Prince and Justin Prescott to learn more about the history of Silcock Leisure in Southport, as well as Serena's personal family history dating back to the early years of the town's tourism industry.
Southport Masonic Hall
A rare opportunity to visit one of Southport's hidden gems. Located on the corner of Duke Street and King Street.
St John's Church, Crossens
Crossens history in photos. Various displays. Everyone welcome!
St Nicholas Blundellsands
Marvel at the fine craftsmanship, reflecting affluent Victorian Blundellsands; Appreciate efforts to restore the building; Fascinating new talks focusing on aspects of history of St Nicholas’ and Blundellsands; Guided tours focusing on highlights.