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Arson attack at Go Outside Formby in Shorrocks Hill when the Reindeer cabin was burned to the ground

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Formby Festival Committee issued the following statement regarding the mix up with L37 Fest
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  • May 28, 2019
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Formby Festival Committee issued the following statement regarding the mix up with L37 Fest

Due to the confusion with L37 Fest, The Formby Festival has now sent a statement on Tuesday 28th May. Formby Festival statement as follows: Formby Food, Drink and Music Festival (known as Formby Festival) IS NOT CANCELLED. We are now in our 7th year and will still be going ahead in Duke Street Park on the 19th, 20th and 21st July 2019. It is not moving from Duke Street Park, Formby or moving from its normal date of the 3rd weekend in July. It appears that a great deal of con
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L37 Fest has been cancelled with only weeks to go before the festival
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  • May 28, 2019
  • 2 min

L37 Fest has been cancelled with only weeks to go before the festival

UPDATE: The Official statement has now been released from L37 Fest as follows: It is with great sadness that we have had to make the difficult decision to cancel this year’s L37 Fest. This is obviously not the outcome we had hoped for, and the whole L37 Fest team is understandably disappointed. Sales for the Bongo’s Bingo show were on course to sell out in advance, and despite Having other performers and attractions we thought would be popular, plus with the public’s support,
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Work has begun on Queens Road gated development of 12 detached houses
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  • May 24, 2019
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Work has begun on Queens Road gated development of 12 detached houses

Work has commenced today on a brand new gated development on Queens Road in Formby. This will include the erection of 12 detached 2.5 and 3 storey dwellings with off street parking and associated landscaping. The site was occupied by six semi detached properties which are located along Queen’s Road. Main access route will remain along Queens Road, however it will become a private road with gated access once the development is completed. There will be 12 new dwellings comprisi
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Craft Fair this Saturday at Luncheon Club with Birds of Prey
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  • May 23, 2019
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Craft Fair this Saturday at Luncheon Club with Birds of Prey

Craft fair this Saturday with lots of new crafts plus local honey tea, coffee and homemade cakes being served 10am to 4pm. Lots of fantastic crafts from very talented crafters, from personalised embroideries, beautiful handmade cards, decorative dolls to liven up any little girls bedroom, scrumptious cakes, just to name a few! The Guides and Brownies will be doing 'make and take', the amazing Birds of Prey will be outside, so come and find out all about them. All money from
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Formby school awarded a Gold Award for global citizenship work
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  • May 21, 2019
  • 3 min

Formby school awarded a Gold Award for global citizenship work

Staff and pupils at Trinity St Peter’s school in Formby have been awarded with a Gold Award from Christian Aid’s Global Neighbours Scheme for their global citizenship work. From campaigning about single use plastics and writing to local businesses to raise awareness of Fairtrade to lobbying politicians on global issues, pupils and staff have been working hard to take their place as global citizens. Trinity St Peter’s Church of England Primary School in Formby has achieved G
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The Shop Next Door is now open in Formby - Quirky gift ideas and cards
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  • May 20, 2019
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The Shop Next Door is now open in Formby - Quirky gift ideas and cards

The Shop Next Door is a new venture for the team at the The Bloom Room flower shop on Piercefield Road in Formby. They offer quirky and unique gift ideas and cards. If you are stuck for ideas for kids birthday presents, this is definitely the place to go! Want something special for a special friend, the shop next door has it all! They sell Handmade wax melts and lots of beautiful products and gift ideas at affordable prices. The Shop Next Door opened in April and can be found
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Formby Golf Club is looking for Full-Time and Part-Time Bar Staff
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  • May 20, 2019
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Formby Golf Club is looking for Full-Time and Part-Time Bar Staff

Formby Golf Club is hiring. Come and join the team at our prestigious club situated on Golf Road, just off Victoria Road in Formby. Established in 1884, Formby Golf Club is one of the most well-respected private members’ golf clubs in the UK, host to many major championships, and renowned as one of the World’s Great Links courses. Bar staff - Full time and part time positions. We are currently recruiting for a full time (40 hours pw) and a part time (approx. 20-25 hours per w
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Award winning local choir has great success at festivals
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  • May 17, 2019
  • 2 min

Award winning local choir has great success at festivals

For the last few weeks the award winning Voice Your Voice choir based in Formby & Southport, led by the principal of the Catherine Victoria Academy has successfully performed at both the Hightown Festival & the Southport Festival. The Hightown festival was a first for the choir and the organiser was so impressed they were asked back the following day to perform solos! Returning to the Southport festival for a second year, the choir performed at both Christ Church and on the o
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Thinking of moving? Stamp Duty paid with a new Elan home in Formby
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  • May 16, 2019
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Thinking of moving? Stamp Duty paid with a new Elan home in Formby

A home in one of Merseyside’s million pound postcodes is for sale, with a tax free move for homebuyers. The new four bedroom home, in one of Liverpool’s most expensive addresses, is on offer for £599,995, with developers offering to pay the stamp duty, subject to terms and conditions and for a limited time only. Fully carpeted, the Chesham property, at The Dunes, in Formby, is expected to be popular with discerning home buyers. The development, by niche developers Elan Homes,
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Formby Woman celebrates 102nd birthday in style
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  • May 15, 2019
  • 1 min

Formby Woman celebrates 102nd birthday in style

Local Formby care home, Woodlands lodge of Church Road, has recently celebrated a resident’s very special birthday – Babs Robinson, who is 102 years young! Babs, her family, Woodlands Lodge staff and even pupils from Formby High School all joined in the day, enjoying music by the fantastic John Franklin in honour of this huge milestone. Mrs Robinson was born just outside London in 1917, the same year as Ella Fitzgerald; a year when America was on the verge of joining the Wa
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Formby councillors take action to prevent illegal access to Duke Street park
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  • May 15, 2019
  • 2 min

Formby councillors take action to prevent illegal access to Duke Street park

Formby councillors have made Duke Street park more secure by arranging for a gate to be locked shut in order to stop vehicles from gaining access to the playing fields. Cllr Nina Killen and her former ward colleague Catie Page, responded to a concern raised by a resident last month that the entrance to the park via Phillips Lane, at the Kings Road end, was wide enough for vehicles to pass. After a weeks-long battle last year to remove an illegal encampment from the park, the
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Formby man known by so many has sadly passed away
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  • May 14, 2019
  • 1 min

Formby man known by so many has sadly passed away

A devoted LFC fan who died days before seeing his beloved team reach the Champions League final was a "true gent" said his heartbroken wife. Matt Henderson, who was originally from Formby, was diagnosed with cancer of the oesophagus in September 2017, after he noticed he was struggling to swallow food. The 43-year-old dad was then dealt a further devastating blow, when doctors told him the cancer had spread to his liver and lymph nodes and was inoperable. However, despite t
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L37 Fest: NHS, Emergency Services and Armed Forces discount code
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  • May 14, 2019
  • 1 min

L37 Fest: NHS, Emergency Services and Armed Forces discount code

The hugely anticipated ‘L37 Fest’ is coming to Orrell Hill Woods (just off the Formby Bypass) from Friday 12th to Sunday 14th July 2019. Tickets have been selling fast since they went on sale in April with a few tiers sold out already! The full lineup has been revealed and includes Liverpool’s own Bongo’s Bingo with S Club on Friday night, The Feeling on Saturday night and Scouting For Girls closing the festival on Sunday. The organisers are now happy to announce they’re offe
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MP applauds "fantastic exhibition" of Formby artists
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  • May 13, 2019
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MP applauds "fantastic exhibition" of Formby artists

Formby MP Bill Esterson congratulated the Association of Formby Artists for their "fantastic exhibition" at Holy Trinity Church Hall. Mr Esterson said he thoroughly enjoyed viewing the paintings on display and was impressed at the high standard of the art work. Bill Esterson MP said, "Congratulations to the Association of Formby Artists for a fantastic exhibition. I was really impressed by just how high the standard was of the paintings on display." Mr Esterson singled out a
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Free community dementia awareness talk
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  • May 13, 2019
  • 1 min

Free community dementia awareness talk

Formby Dementia Action Group are holding another free talk about Dementia to help people recognise the signs of the disease and also dispel common misconceptions. The talk is taking place in the Community Rooms at Formby Fire Station between 7.00pm and 9.00pm on Wednesday 22nd May. Sian Jones attended a recent session says “The information session was set in an informal atmosphere which was really useful for asking questions and taking knowledge on board. Sally Nicol, who ra
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Formby Junior Sports Club - Franks report  - 12/05/19
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  • May 13, 2019
  • 2 min

Formby Junior Sports Club - Franks report - 12/05/19

Formby Junior Sports Club won two Hightown Girls’ League Cup Finals last Friday. In a repeat of last seasons final, FJSC Under 10 Rockets met Crosby Stuart at Finch Farm the home of Everton F.C.’s Training Ground. A slow start by Rockets saw Crosby take a two-goal lead, which they held at half time. In a week of comebacks, Rockets decided to join in. Three goals within five minutes of the restart saw them take the initiative, with a brace from Sienna Fortune and one from Han
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Time to start talking and include people with dementia in Formby for Dementia Action Week
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  • May 10, 2019
  • 2 min

Time to start talking and include people with dementia in Formby for Dementia Action Week

Alzheimer’s Society’s #AskUsAnything campaign, to mark Dementia Action Week (20-26 May), urges people of Sefton to include people with dementia and start a conversation, The campaign shows research, that despite almost all of us knowing someone affected by the condition, two- thirds of people living with dementia report feeling isolated and lonely. In the UK, one person develops dementia every three minutes so small acts of kindness such as calling a relative with dementi
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Superheros at BP, M&S Simply Food this Friday, Saturday and Sunday in aid of Cash for Kids
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  • May 10, 2019
  • 1 min

Superheros at BP, M&S Simply Food this Friday, Saturday and Sunday in aid of Cash for Kids

BP is fundraising this Friday, Saturday and Sunday for Cash for Kids charity. Special guest is Oscar the Dinosaur, pop in anytime to have your photo taken with him. He's promised to be on his best behaviour!!! M&S Simply Food are raffling 5 great prizes, as shown in the pictures. Prizes 4 and 5, are both M&S limited edition soft cuddly toys, featuring Percy the Pig and his lamb friend plus a sweeties bag. Last year we raised over £1,000 and we hope to match and top this amoun
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The 7th Formby Festival comes to Duke Street Park on 19th to 21st July 2019
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  • May 9, 2019
  • 5 min

The 7th Formby Festival comes to Duke Street Park on 19th to 21st July 2019

The Formby Festival is back on Friday 19th July, Saturday 20th July and Sunday 21st July. Organisers of the festival are expecting to attract a footfall of around 10,000 people to Duke Street Park over that weekend that has become a North West favourite in July. Formby Festival is a 3 day celebration in the heart of Formby. The festival raises money for local and national charities and is run by a team of volunteers. Formby festival is more than just a festival. It brings foo
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Bridge Inn Community Farm in Formby organise concert in memory of Geoff Spencer - Geoffest
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  • May 9, 2019
  • 2 min

Bridge Inn Community Farm in Formby organise concert in memory of Geoff Spencer - Geoffest

The Bridge Inn Community Farm in Formby are holding a Geoffest on Saturday 18th May. This will be a concert at Victoria Park, Southport in memory of Geoff Spencer who passed away unexpectedly in September 2018 leaving behind his wife Karen and children Hannah and Jack, our love and thoughts are forever with them. The Geoffest has been organised by family, friends and colleagues from Bridge Inn Community Farm, Formby. The event will begin at 5pm, gates open at 4:30pm running t
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More Medals for UNITE Formby Poomsae Team
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  • May 9, 2019
  • 2 min

More Medals for UNITE Formby Poomsae Team

On Saturday, 27 th April, Unite Formby’s Poomsae Team were extremely excited to compete at the international ‘Poomsae Development Championship’ held in Belfast. The students’ dedication and hard work preparing for the event paid off, achieving great results, at their first international competition! A massive well done to the participants representing Unite Formby, who constantly put everything into their training to reach their potential and never give up on their dreams. Un
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An exclusive Formby home, Firwood Hall, wins prestigious regional award
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  • May 8, 2019
  • 3 min

An exclusive Formby home, Firwood Hall, wins prestigious regional award

An exclusive Formby home has been named as the ‘Best Individual New Home’ at a prestigious regional awards ceremony. The prestigious development of the Firwood estate in which Firwood Hall stands, took the title at the LABC (Local Authority Building Control) North West Building Excellence Awards at the Emirates, Old Trafford in Manchester. The awards showcase buildings and designed teams that have faced complex technical or construction issues and building site constraint
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Formby Junior Sports Club - Franks report  - 05/05/19
Formby Bubble
  • May 7, 2019
  • 3 min

Formby Junior Sports Club - Franks report - 05/05/19

It had to be written in the stars that Formby Junior Sports Club would have a team in the Craven Minor League’s Jim Rourke Cup Final in Formby Junior Sports Club’s 60 th Year. FJSC Under 9 Blacks had reached the final by winning earlier rounds against Greenloons FC Whites and S. and B. United. The Blacks opponents were Town Green, a team that had scored twenty-five goals on the way to the final. Another statistic was that FJSC Blacks had not won in previous encounters against
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The Hightown Festival is on today and tomorrow, great family days out!
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  • May 4, 2019
  • 1 min

The Hightown Festival is on today and tomorrow, great family days out!

FESTIVAL FUN, SATURDAY 4th MAY. Loads of fun and activities for everyone Saturday daytime, but don't forget the fun doesn't just stop at 5pm ! Three different venues for you to try out Saturday evening: The Hightown Hotel (with an early disco for the kids, and the fantastic Pulsey (back by popular demand !) later on; You can catch fantastic cabaret singer Richie Stone at the Blundellsands Sailing Club from 7pm (followed by buffet and disco. Note this is a ticketed event);
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I've found some keys in Formby village

Dear Formby Bubble: Keys found in Formby village, left at Youssef Strength Gym, there til 8pm 👍🏼
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Bank card found

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People enjoying the sun with a drink in pub gardens across Formby today as Stage Two lockdown begins

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An exclusive look inside Youssef Strength gym which opens its doors tomorrow morning on Chapel Lane

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The Maritime Cadets and other local groups in desperate need of help to repair the community centre

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An insight into Altcar Training Camp in Hightown by Chief Executive, Colonel Mark Underhill

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Snowfall in Formby this afternoon when the bitter arctic winds made our Spring seem like Winter

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Formby Supermarkets and convenience stores opening hours over Easter

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Air Ambulance called out to Formby beach today when a woman fell from her horse

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Happy 107th Birthday to the oldest lady in Formby who Celebrates in lockdown with a poem

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Mayhem and disturbance caused by youths in Formby Village when several cars were damaged

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On the hottest day of the year so far, fire crews attended numerous fires lit by arsonists in Formby

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Dispersal Zone introduced in Formby tonight after incidents of antisocial behaviour on Formby Beach

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What a lovely day it’s been today with the sun shining and restrictions lifted in Formby

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Due to high winds and high spring tides, you are advised to stay away from Sefton coast today

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Panchos fast food restaurant in Formby is closing down after 26 years

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Our clocks go forward tomorrow morning at 1am and BST begins but why do they go forward?

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A national minute’s silence to remember the victims of the pandemic to be held at 12pm today

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National Trust Lifeboat Road car park is closed for two days from today

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Formby High School have a vacancy for the post of Caretaker - Full Time - Permanent position

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Cross House Inn in Formby are looking for awesome people to join Front and Back of House

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Parking at National Trust Formby was completely full by 11am this morning, it is extremely busy

National Trust Formby car park was completely full by 11am this morning and is expected to be very busy the next few days due to school...
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