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Major Switch Island Roadworks Set to Begin This Month Until September

Major Switch Island Roadworks Set to Begin This Month Until September

Major Switch Island Roadworks Set to Begin This Month Until September

Major Switch Island Roadworks Set to Begin This Month until September

18 hours ago

Formby Man Placed On Sex Offenders Register for Five Years

Formby Man Placed On Sex Offenders Register for Five Years

Formby Man Placed On Sex Offenders Register for Five Years

Formby Man Placed On Sex Offenders Register for Five Years

19 hours ago

Teenage Girl Dies Following Formby Beach Incident

Teenage Girl Dies Following Formby Beach Incident

Teenage Girl Dies Following Formby Beach Incident

Teenage Girl Dies Following Formby Beach Incident

3 days ago

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Formby News Feed

Formby Live 2026 Returns for Its 17th Year with Live Music, Fair Rides, Food, Bars and Festival Fun

Formby Live 2026 Returns for Its 17th Year with Live Music, Fair Rides, Food, Bars and Festival Fun

Formby Live 2026 Returns for Its 17th Year with Live Music, Fair Rides, Food, Bars and Festival Fun

Formby Live 2026 Returns for Its 17th Year with Live Music, Fair Rides, Food, Bars and Festival Fun

2 hours ago2 min read

Major Switch Island Roadworks Set to Begin This Month Until September

Major Switch Island Roadworks Set to Begin This Month Until September

Major Switch Island Roadworks Set to Begin This Month Until September

Major Switch Island Roadworks Set to Begin This Month until September

18 hours ago1 min read

Formby Man Placed On Sex Offenders Register for Five Years

Formby Man Placed On Sex Offenders Register for Five Years

Formby Man Placed On Sex Offenders Register for Five Years

Formby Man Placed On Sex Offenders Register for Five Years

19 hours ago2 min read

Merseyside Police Drop In Surgery Today in Formby Library

Merseyside Police Drop In Surgery Today in Formby Library

Merseyside Police Drop In Surgery Today in Formby Library

Merseyside Police Drop In Surgery Today in Formby Library

1 day ago1 min read

Good morning on Monday 1st June with an unsettled week ahead

Good morning on Monday 1st June with an unsettled week ahead

Good morning on Monday 1st June with an unsettled week ahead

Good morning on Monday 1st June with an unsettled week ahead

1 day ago1 min read

Seven Years Later, Iconic Formby Bypass Pub Finally Set to Reopen

Seven Years Later, Iconic Formby Bypass Pub Finally Set to Reopen

Seven Years Later, Iconic Formby Bypass Pub Finally Set to Reopen

One of Formby’s most recognisable landmarks is preparing to welcome customers once again after standing silent for seven years. The former Red Squirrel pub on the Formby Bypass is officially set to reopen under an exciting new identity, The Wild Roe. Set to be a traditional, rural, friendly pub, kitchen & garden. The much loved venue has remained closed since 2019, leaving many residents wondering if its doors would ever open again. Now, a new chapter is about to begin as an

2 days ago2 min read

Teenage Girl Dies Following Formby Beach Incident

Teenage Girl Dies Following Formby Beach Incident

Teenage Girl Dies Following Formby Beach Incident

Teenage Girl Dies Following Formby Beach Incident

3 days ago1 min read

Disposable BBQ Warning as Fire Risk Grows Across Formby

Disposable BBQ Warning as Fire Risk Grows Across Formby

Disposable BBQ Warning as Fire Risk Grows Across Formby

Disposable BBQ Warning as Fire Risk Grows Across Formby

3 days ago1 min read

Southport Offshore Rescue Responds to Two Incidents at Formby Beach

Southport Offshore Rescue Responds to Two Incidents at Formby Beach

Southport Offshore Rescue Responds to Two Incidents at Formby Beach

Southport Offshore Rescue Responds to Two Incidents at Formby Beach

Emergency Services

3 days ago1 min read

Fire Crews Called to Overnight Blaze in Formby

Fire Crews Called to Overnight Blaze in Formby

Fire Crews Called to Overnight Blaze in Formby

Fire Crews Called to Overnight Blaze in Formby

3 days ago1 min read

Solid Oak 3-Shelf Open Cube Display Unit - £30ono

Solid Oak 3-Shelf Open Cube Display Unit - £30ono

Solid Oak 3-Shelf Open Cube Display Unit - £30ono

Solid Oak 3 Shelf Open Cube Display Unit £30ono

4 days ago1 min read

Formby Bodybuilder Takes On The Universe and he’s still Hungry For More!

Formby Bodybuilder Takes On The Universe and he’s still Hungry For More!

Formby Bodybuilder Takes On The Universe and he’s still Hungry For More!

Formby Bodybuilder Takes On The Universe and he’s still Hungry For More!

6 days ago1 min read

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Formby Featured News

Formby Man Placed On Sex Offenders Register for Five Years

Formby Man Placed On Sex Offenders Register for Five Years

Formby Man Placed On Sex Offenders Register for Five Years

19 hours ago2 min read

Teenage Girl Dies Following Formby Beach Incident

Teenage Girl Dies Following Formby Beach Incident

Teenage Girl Dies Following Formby Beach Incident

3 days ago1 min read

Southport Offshore Rescue Responds to Two Incidents at Formby Beach

Southport Offshore Rescue Responds to Two Incidents at Formby Beach

Southport Offshore Rescue Responds to Two Incidents at Formby Beach

3 days ago1 min read

Fire Crews Called to Overnight Blaze in Formby

Fire Crews Called to Overnight Blaze in Formby

Fire Crews Called to Overnight Blaze in Formby

3 days ago1 min read

Girl Still Fighting For Her Life After Formby Beach Incident As Police Appeal For Witnesses

Girl Still Fighting For Her Life After Formby Beach Incident As Police Appeal For Witnesses

Girl Still Fighting For Her Life After Formby Beach Incident As Police Appeal For Witnesses

6 days ago2 min read

Parking chaos causes serious safety concerns across Formby and Freshfield - Video Footage

Parking chaos causes serious safety concerns across Formby and Freshfield - Video Footage

Parking chaos causes serious safety concerns across Formby and Freshfield - Video Footage

May 251 min read

Emergency Response Under Pressure as Gridlock Blocks Access to Formby Beach Incident

Emergency Response Under Pressure as Gridlock Blocks Access to Formby Beach Incident

Emergency Response Under Pressure as Gridlock Blocks Access to Formby Beach Incident

May 251 min read

Emergency Services Attend Incident in Formby Dunes

Emergency Services Attend Incident in Formby Dunes

Emergency Services Attend Incident in Formby Dunes

May 221 min read

Fire Service Called to Formby Dunes Following Reports of Fire

Fire Service Called to Formby Dunes Following Reports of Fire

Fire Service Called to Formby Dunes Following Reports of Fire

May 221 min read

Air Ambulance Lands in Formby Following Medical Emergency

Air Ambulance Lands in Formby Following Medical Emergency

Air Ambulance Lands in Formby Following Medical Emergency

May 221 min read

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Formby Jobs

Formby Bubble Is Looking for New Volunteer Admins

Formby Bubble Is Looking for New Volunteer Admins

Formby Bubble Is Looking for New Volunteer Admins

Formby Bubble Is Looking for New Volunteer Admins

May 4

Wall of Fame Formby is looking to recruit a Bar Manager/Supervisor

Wall of Fame Formby is looking to recruit a Bar Manager/Supervisor

Wall of Fame Formby is looking to recruit a Bar Manager/Supervisor

Wall of Fame Formby looking to recruit a Bar Manager/Supervisor

May 3

Range High School in Formby is recruiting part time Cleaning Operatives

Range High School in Formby is recruiting part time Cleaning Operatives

Range High School in Formby is recruiting part time Cleaning Operatives

Range High School in Formby is recruiting part time Cleaning Operatives

May 2

A full time position has arisen for a Showroom Assistant in Formby

A full time position has arisen for a Showroom Assistant in Formby

A full time position has arisen for a Showroom Assistant in Formby

A full time position has arisen for a Showroom Assistant in Formby

May 1

Weekend Barista Wanted at Kiosk Coffee in Formby

Weekend Barista Wanted at Kiosk Coffee in Formby

Weekend Barista Wanted at Kiosk Coffee in Formby

Weekend Barista Wanted at Kiosk Coffee in Formby

Apr 21

Shamrocks Sports Bar in Formby Now Hiring Experienced Bar Staff

Shamrocks Sports Bar in Formby Now Hiring Experienced Bar Staff

Shamrocks Sports Bar in Formby Now Hiring Experienced Bar Staff

Shamrocks Sports Bar in Formby Now Hiring Experienced Staff

Apr 5

Formby Letters

Behind the Smile - A Thank You to Formby’s Kind Hearts

Behind the Smile - A Thank You to Formby’s Kind Hearts

Behind the Smile - A Thank You to Formby’s Kind Hearts

Behind the Smile — A Thank You to Formby’s Kind Hearts

May 24

I’m a Formby Postie appealing to dog owners to stop dogs peeing on the post boxes!

I’m a Formby Postie appealing to dog owners to stop dogs peeing on the post boxes!

I’m a Formby Postie appealing to dog owners to stop dogs peeing on the post boxes!

I’m a Formby Postie appealing to dog owners to stop dogs peeing on the post boxes!

Mar 18

One Gentleman, One Diva, and One Unbelievable Council Saga!

One Gentleman, One Diva, and One Unbelievable Council Saga!

One Gentleman, One Diva, and One Unbelievable Council Saga!

Dear Formby Bubble - One Gentleman, One Diva, and One Unbelievable Council Saga!

Dec 5, 2025

Thankyou Mr Angry Big 4x4 driver who couldn't wait a couple of minutes for me to back in safely!

Thankyou Mr Angry Big 4x4 driver who couldn't wait a couple of minutes for me to back in safely!

Thankyou Mr Angry Big 4x4 driver who couldn't wait a couple of minutes for me to back in safely!

Thankyou Mr Angry Big 4x4 driver who couldn't wait a couple of minutes for me to back in safely!

Nov 9, 2025

Debate Grows Over Tree Clearance at Lifeboat Road Formby

Debate Grows Over Tree Clearance at Lifeboat Road Formby

Debate Grows Over Tree Clearance at Lifeboat Road Formby

Debate Grows Over Tree Clearance at Lifeboat Road Formby

Beach/National Trust

Nov 5, 2025

You brought your rubbish - Take it home with you!!!

You brought your rubbish - Take it home with you!!!

You brought your rubbish - Take it home with you!!!

You brought your rubbish - Take it home with you!!!

Oct 13, 2025

Formby Travel & Roadworks

Major Switch Island Roadworks Set to Begin This Month Until September

Major Switch Island Roadworks Set to Begin This Month Until September

Major Switch Island Roadworks Set to Begin This Month Until September

Major Switch Island Roadworks Set to Begin This Month until September

18 hours ago1 min read

Over 700 Parking Fines Were Issued During Formby’s Bank Holiday Monday Gridlock

Over 700 Parking Fines Were Issued During Formby’s Bank Holiday Monday Gridlock

Over 700 Parking Fines Were Issued During Formby’s Bank Holiday Monday Gridlock

Over 700 Parking Fines Were Issued During Formby’s Bank Holiday Monday Gridlock

6 days ago1 min read

Parking chaos causes serious safety concerns across Formby and Freshfield - Video Footage

Parking chaos causes serious safety concerns across Formby and Freshfield - Video Footage

Parking chaos causes serious safety concerns across Formby and Freshfield - Video Footage

Parking chaos causes serious safety concerns across Formby and Freshfield - Video Footage

May 251 min read

Major Switch Island Roadworks Set to Begin This Month Until September

Major Switch Island Roadworks Set to Begin This Month Until September

Major Switch Island Roadworks Set to Begin This Month Until September

Major Switch Island Roadworks Set to Begin This Month until September

18 hours ago1 min read

Ravenmeols Level Crossing Closed today with Diversion in Place

Ravenmeols Level Crossing Closed today with Diversion in Place

Ravenmeols Level Crossing Closed today with Diversion in Place

Ravenmeols Level Crossing Closed today with Diversion in Place

May 201 min read

U turn on Ince Woods closure as Sefton Council scales back roadworks after public backlash

U turn on Ince Woods closure as Sefton Council scales back roadworks after public backlash

U turn on Ince Woods closure as Sefton Council scales back roadworks after public backlash

U turn on Ince Woods closure as Sefton Council scales back roadworks after public backlash

May 192 min read

Formby Schools

Southport Flower Show launches exciting Bee and Bug Hotel competition for schools

Southport Flower Show launches exciting Bee and Bug Hotel competition for schools

Southport Flower Show launches exciting Bee and Bug Hotel competition for schools

Southport Flower Show launches exciting Bee and Bug Hotel competition for schools

May 14

Proud moment for Formby as Redgate’s ‘The Pines’ shortlisted for major award

Proud moment for Formby as Redgate’s ‘The Pines’ shortlisted for major award

Proud moment for Formby as Redgate’s ‘The Pines’ shortlisted for major award

Proud moment for Formby as Redgate’s ‘The Pines’ shortlisted for major award

Mar 21

Silver Success for Range High at Liverpool FC Training Ground

Silver Success for Range High at Liverpool FC Training Ground

Silver Success for Range High at Liverpool FC Training Ground

Silver Success for Range High at Liverpool FC Training Ground

Feb 16

Redgate Primary Pupils Shine at Dodgeball Tournament

Redgate Primary Pupils Shine at Dodgeball Tournament

Redgate Primary Pupils Shine at Dodgeball Tournament

Redgate Primary Pupils Shine at Dodgeball Tournament

Jan 28

Formby schoolgirl crowned Double English Champion and selected for Team England

Formby schoolgirl crowned Double English Champion and selected for Team England

Formby schoolgirl crowned Double English Champion and selected for Team England

Formby schoolgirl crowned Double English Champion and selected for Team England

Jan 26

Range High School Year 9 Options Evening Marketplace

Range High School Year 9 Options Evening Marketplace

Range High School Year 9 Options Evening Marketplace

Range High School Year 9 Options Evening Marketplace

Jan 15

Formby Sports

Formby Bodybuilder Takes On The Universe and he’s still Hungry For More!

Formby Bodybuilder Takes On The Universe and he’s still Hungry For More!

Formby Bodybuilder Takes On The Universe and he’s still Hungry For More!

Formby Bodybuilder Takes On The Universe and he’s still Hungry For More!

6 days ago

Formby Stormers: Changing Lives, Building Friendships and Welcoming New Members

Formby Stormers: Changing Lives, Building Friendships and Welcoming New Members

Formby Stormers: Changing Lives, Building Friendships and Welcoming New Members

Formby Stormers: Changing Lives, Building Friendships and Welcoming New Members

May 19

Formby bodybuilder crowned champion and now heading for Mr Universe title shot

Formby bodybuilder crowned champion and now heading for Mr Universe title shot

Formby bodybuilder crowned champion and now heading for Mr Universe title shot

Formby bodybuilder crowned champion and now heading for Mr Universe title shot

May 18

Looking for a New Hobby in Formby? Join the Friendly Formby Bridge Club

Looking for a New Hobby in Formby? Join the Friendly Formby Bridge Club

Looking for a New Hobby in Formby? Join the Friendly Formby Bridge Club

Looking for a New Hobby in Formby? Join the Friendly Formby Bridge Club

May 18

Formby Junior U13 Blacks complete memorable season winning the Hightown Spring Premier League Title

Formby Junior U13 Blacks complete memorable season winning the Hightown Spring Premier League Title

Formby Junior U13 Blacks complete memorable season winning the Hightown Spring Premier League Title

Formby Junior U13 Blacks complete memorable season winning the Hightown Spring Premier League Title

May 11

Formby Community Football Club Hosts Heartwarming VE Day Afternoon Tea

Formby Community Football Club Hosts Heartwarming VE Day Afternoon Tea

Formby Community Football Club Hosts Heartwarming VE Day Afternoon Tea

Formby Community Football Club Hosts Heartwarming VE Day Afternoon Tea

May 11

Super Sunday for FJSC winning the Harry Cope Cup Final and also crowned Premier Division Champions

Super Sunday for FJSC winning the Harry Cope Cup Final and also crowned Premier Division Champions

Super Sunday for FJSC winning the Harry Cope Cup Final and also crowned Premier Division Champions

Super Sunday for FJSC winning the Harry Cope Cup Final and also crowned Premier Division Champions

May 6

Formby swimmer Jessica Cooper shines with top five finish at regional championships

Formby swimmer Jessica Cooper shines with top five finish at regional championships

Formby swimmer Jessica Cooper shines with top five finish at regional championships

Formby swimmer Jessica Cooper shines with top five finish at regional championships

May 5

Congratulations to Formby Junior FC U14 Blacks on becoming Hightown League Cup Champions

Congratulations to Formby Junior FC U14 Blacks on becoming Hightown League Cup Champions

Congratulations to Formby Junior FC U14 Blacks on becoming Hightown League Cup Champions

Congratulations to Formby Junior FC U14 Blacks on becoming Hightown League Cup Champions

Apr 29

Formby FC reach the Premier Division as promotion dream becomes reality

Formby FC reach the Premier Division as promotion dream becomes reality

Formby FC reach the Premier Division as promotion dream becomes reality

Formby FC reach the Premier Division as promotion dream becomes reality

Apr 23

Best attendance of the season at Formby Junior Sports Club

Best attendance of the season at Formby Junior Sports Club

Best attendance of the season at Formby Junior Sports Club

Best attendance of the season at Formby Junior Sports Club

Apr 20

End of an Era for Redgate Rovers U18s as Lifelong Teammates Face Off One Last Time

End of an Era for Redgate Rovers U18s as Lifelong Teammates Face Off One Last Time

End of an Era for Redgate Rovers U18s as Lifelong Teammates Face Off One Last Time

End of an Era for Redgate Rovers U18s as Lifelong Teammates Face Off One Last Time

Apr 19

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