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Apr 7

Scorching Sunshine Set to Sizzle Formby as Weekend Heatwave Arrives

Formby expected to hit 30°C by 3pm Saturday – UV levels very high Get your sun cream, beach towels and water bottles ready – Formby is...

Formby Bubble

2 days ago

Travellers Return to Lifeboat Road – Area Cordoned Off as Parking Concerns Grow Ahead of Hot Weekend

Travellers have returned to Lifeboat Road in Formby, parking up out of the way but occupying a significant number of spaces in an already...

Beach/National Trust

Formby Bubble

2 days ago

Formby News Feed

Hundreds of people turned out for the Walk of Witness on Good Friday and what a beautiful day it was to sit and enjoy the Passion Play

Hundreds of community members participated in the Walk of Witness procession from Boots on Chapel Lane to Formby Pool Gardens. Fr John...

Church

Formby Bubble

Mar 31, 20241 min read

RNLI Lifeguards are back on duty again this Easter at Lifeboat Road in Formby to keep everyone safe

National Trust are delighted to welcome back RNLI Lifeguards North West to help keep everyone safe. Here’s when you can expect to see the...

Beach

Formby Bubble

Mar 30, 20241 min read

Don't forget to put your clocks forward at 1am as BST begins but, why do they go forward?

The nights are getting shorter, the evenings are staying lighter for longer and the daffodils are beginning to bloom - this can only mean...

Formby Bubble

Mar 30, 20244 min read

Opening Hours for Supermarkets and Convenience Stores across Formby and surrounding areas over the Easter period

Formby Supermarkets and convenience stores opening hours over Easter 2024. All the supermarkets open at different times over the holiday...

Whats On

Formby Bubble

Mar 30, 20243 min read

There is only one pharmacy open in Formby on Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday

There is only one chemist open in #Formby on a Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday and it’s done on a rota basis between all the...

Whats On

Formby Bubble

Mar 29, 20241 min read

It is with great sadness to announce the passing of David Henry Bostock on 23rd March

It is with great sadness to announce the passing of my much loved husband of 59 years David Henry Bostock on 23rd March age 79 💔...

Obituary

Formby Bubble

Mar 27, 20241 min read

Hays Travel in Formby Village are moving but…. Not very far away!

Hays Travel in Formby Village are moving but don't worry they aren't going far, just right across the road! Their brand new shop is...

Shops

Formby Bubble

Mar 26, 20241 min read

FJSC U11 Blacks extend their winning streak to 15 weeks and other matches proved excellent results

It was the first time for many weeks that all scheduled Formby Junior Sports Club matches were played at the weekend. FJSC Under 11...

Sports

Formby Bubble

Mar 26, 202412 min read

Welcome to Bubble Approved Traders: B.A.S. Carpentry & Joinery

We are delighted to extend a warm welcome to B.A.S. Carpentry & Joinery as a distinguished member of Bubble Approved Traders. Renowned as...

Bubble Approved Trader

Formby Bubble

Mar 26, 20241 min read

There is only one pharmacy open in Formby on a Sunday and it’s done on a rota basis between chemists

There is only one chemist open in Formby on a Sunday and it’s done on a rota basis between all the chemists so it's a different chemist...

Health

Formby Bubble

Mar 24, 20241 min read

Plastic Apex Shed for Sale in Formby fo

Plastic Apex Shed for Sale Size: 180cm x 180cm x 115cm £150 Collection only. (Would be £400 new at B&Q) Telephone Michael on 07538 525912

Buy/Sell

Formby Bubble

Mar 21, 20241 min read

Gaming chair in excellent condition for sale in Formby.

Gaming chair in excellent condition for sale in #Formby. Looking for £75. Can recline the seat all the way back but very comfortable....

Buy/Sell

Formby Bubble

Mar 21, 20241 min read

Undefeated records maintained for the season for U11 Blacks and U9 Whites during another great weekend of football

Formby Junior Sports Club’s Under 11 Blacks and FJSC Under 9 Whites Craven Minor League Sunday teams kept up their undefeated records for...

Formby Bubble

Mar 21, 20249 min read

Celebrating 50 years of Hairline this year is a testament to friendship and success for Formby salon

In the quaint town of Formby, amidst the challenges of the Miners Strike in 1974, two determined young women, Liz and Ann, defied the...

Shops

Formby Bubble

Mar 20, 20242 min read

There is only one pharmacy open in Formby on a Sunday and it’s done on a rota basis between chemists

There is only one chemist open in Formby on a Sunday and it’s done on a rota basis between all the chemists so it's a different chemist...

Formby Bubble

Mar 17, 20241 min read

We are so sorry to announce the passing of much loved Formby woman Dawn Smith

We are so sorry to announce the passing of much loved Formby woman Dawn Smith. Dawn passed earlier this month. Dawn was well loved around...

Obituary

Formby Bubble

Mar 13, 20241 min read

Much loved Satterthwaites bakery now have new outlet in Formby after sad closure of The Bakehouse

The Bakehouse Cafe in Formby closed its doors last Saturday. This beloved small business was known for offering the delicious cakes and...

Shops

Formby Bubble

Mar 12, 20241 min read

We are so sorry to announce the passing of much loved Dai/Dave Davies on 1st March, (St David’s Day)

We are so sorry to announce the passing of much loved Dai/Dave Davies on 1st March, (St David’s Day). CELEBRATION OF LIFE FUNERAL...

Obituary

Formby Bubble

Mar 12, 20241 min read

Formby Junior Sports Club U10 & U9 Reds Representative teams continued their recent good run of form

Formby Junior Sports Club Under 10 Redsand Under 9 Reds Representative teams continued their recent good run of form. There were double...

Sports

Formby Bubble

Mar 11, 20248 min read

There is only one pharmacy open in Formby on a Sunday and it’s done on a rota basis between chemists

There is only one chemist open in Formby on a Sunday and it’s done on a rota basis between all the chemists so it's a different chemist...

Health

Formby Bubble

Mar 10, 20241 min read

Road closed at Tesco junction for three nights from tonight

Road closed at the Tesco junction for the weekend but only at night. Friday 8th March from 8pm to 7am. Saturday 9th March from 8pm to...

Roadworks

Formby Bubble

Mar 8, 20241 min read

Merseyside Police have issued photos of stolen jewellery that was found in a house in Formby

Detectives from our Operation Castle burglary team have issued photographs of suspected stolen jewellery in a bid to reunite it with its...

News

Formby Bubble

Mar 7, 20241 min read

Formby Junior Sports Club’s Under 9 Whites Sunday team has reached the final of the Jim Rourke Cup

Formby Junior Sports Club’s Under 9 Whites Sunday team has reached the final of the Jim Rourke Cup. In another weekend when many matches...

Sports

Formby Bubble

Mar 6, 20246 min read

Facebook and Instagram have just gone down for everyone all over the world

Users of Meta platforms Facebook and Instagram have been logged out in their masses for the second time in two days. Down Detector is...

News

Formby Bubble

Mar 5, 20242 min read

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Formby Featured News

Ongoing Incident: Police Close Formby Bypass and Scaffold Lane After Serious Motorbike Crash

Formby Bubble

2 days ago1 min read

Dramatic Rescue After Two Men Pulled from the Sea at Formby Shipwreck

Formby Bubble

2 days ago1 min read

Police Chase Ends on Formby Bypass – Woman Detained at the Scene

Formby Bubble

Jun 301 min read

Man Jailed Following Serious Domestic Abuse Offences in Formby

Formby Bubble

Jun 272 min read

Man and Woman Detained After Theft in a Formby supermarket

Formby Bubble

Jun 261 min read

Emergency Call Out at Formby Beach after multiple people struggling in the water

Formby Bubble

Jun 201 min read

Emergency crews quickly respond to incident at Formby home this morning

Formby Bubble

Jun 101 min read

Formby Mother and Daughter Removed from Flight After Mid-Air Disruption

Formby Bubble

Jun 92 min read

Update: Gild Hall in Formby Will Remain Open Beyond July

Formby Bubble

Jun 61 min read

Body of Missing Man Found in Formby Pinewoods

Formby Bubble

May 171 min read

Two teenagers arrested with offensive weapon outside school in Formby

Formby Bubble

May 122 min read

Residents Help Tackle Deliberate Fire at National Trust Formby on Eve of Closure

Formby Bubble

Apr 301 min read

Speed Limit Set to Be Reduced on Formby Bypass Ahead of New Housing Development

Formby Bubble

Apr 251 min read

Police Make Three Arrests Following Armed Response in Formby On Tuesday evening

Formby Bubble

Apr 171 min read

Santander to Close Formby Branch – The Last Bank in the Village

Formby Bubble

Mar 192 min read

Fire Breaks Out at Former Shorrocks Hill Nightclub in Formby

Formby Bubble

Feb 262 min read

Police have discovered a Man’s Body Found on Formby Beach – Police Investigation Underway

Formby Bubble

Feb 161 min read

Ongoing Search for Missing Liverpool Man Last Seen on Formby Beach

Formby Bubble

Feb 131 min read

Formby Jobs

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Formby Jobs

Proactive Office Manager to join front-facing team in a pivotal role at Freshfield Primary in Formby

Are you a reliable, confident and approachable professional with strong organisational skills looking to make a real impact through a...

Jobs

Jun 20

Teaching Assistant wanted at Formby High School

A vacancy has arisen at Formby High School for a Teaching Assistant. Salary: Actual starting salary is £16,028 per annum. (NJC Scalepoint...

Jobs

Jun 19

Freshfield Primary School is looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking School Business Manager

SCHOOL BUSINESS MANAGER Freshfield Primary School is looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking School Business Manager to lead our...

Jobs

May 22

Formby High School are looking for a dynamic new Librarian to join Team Formby High!

Formby High School are looking for a dynamic new Librarian to join Team Formby High! Salary: Starting salary NJC Scalepoint 7 - pro rata...

Jobs

Apr 26

Enthusiastic person to lead team of welcome staff and volunteers at National Trust Formby

Do you love nature and history? Are you passionate about delivering exceptional visitor experiences? We’re looking for an enthusiastic...

Jobs

Mar 21

SPAR Retail Assistant in Formby - No experience needed

Retail Assistants wanted at SPAR on Harington Road, Formby - no experience needed as full training will be provided to you. 📍 Location:...

Jobs

Mar 17

Formby Letters

Whiston Hospital has set up an operating theatre in Southport Hospital

Dear Formby Bubble: I have been waiting ages for treatment to skin cancer at Whiston hospital. I got a call from Whiston to say they have...

Letters

Jan 29

Duke Street Park was gifted to the people of Formby as a free place to enjoy in 1935 so how can Formby Festival charge such excessive prices?

Dear Formby Bubble, I am writing to express my deep concern and disappointment regarding the upcoming Formby Food and Drink Festival at...

Letters

Jun 21, 2024

Warning to other dog owners about the banned zones at Duke Street Park

Dear Formby Bubble: I’ve been caught with my dog off the lead (unknowingly and fined) around the tennis courts at Duke Street Park before...

Letters

Jun 9, 2024

It’s insulting to the man who died in 1407 to have his gravestone obscured by an old wooden bench

Dear Formby Bubble: As a long time resident of #Formby, I really enjoy seeing some of the historical items relevant to the history of...

Letters

Jan 31, 2024

New owners of the Balti House in Formby share their plans with the community

Dear Formby Bubble, We are writing to introduce ourselves, Karl Diamond and Steven Wilson, as the new business partners of the Halal...

Letters

Nov 1, 2023

Is Hightown Village Surgery at risk of closing yet again?

Dear Formby Bubble: Is Hightown Village Surgery at risk of closing yet again? Statement from Ellis Hall-Lyon, the owner of Hightown...

News

Oct 10, 2023

Formby Travel & Roadworks

Travellers Return to Lifeboat Road – Area Cordoned Off as Parking Concerns Grow Ahead of Hot Weekend

Travellers have returned to Lifeboat Road in Formby, parking up out of the way but occupying a significant number of spaces in an already...

Formby Bubble

2 days ago1 min read

Altcar Road works – now rescheduled to start mid-July

The works on Altcar Road, originally due to start on Monday 30th June, have now been rescheduled to begin on Monday 14th July and will...

Formby Bubble

Jun 302 min read

Formby Faces Traffic Chaos as Key Roads Set to Close Simultaneously

Formby residents are being urged to plan ahead as a major new set of roadworks is due to begin on Altcar Road (B5195) from Monday 30th...

Formby Bubble

Jun 232 min read

Formby Schools

A Huge Congratulations to Woodlands Primary School in Formby

We are absolutely delighted to share some fantastic news from right here in Formby — Woodlands Primary School has been shortlisted for...

Schools

5 days ago

Formby Community Comes Together to Keep Our Town Clean

Volunteers from across #Formby have once again come together to help tackle litter and protect our beautiful environment – showing just...

Community

May 14

Formby High School are looking for a dynamic new Librarian to join Team Formby High!

Formby High School are looking for a dynamic new Librarian to join Team Formby High! Salary: Starting salary NJC Scalepoint 7 - pro rata...

Jobs

Apr 26

Schools are invited to enter the Southport and District Beekeepers' Wheelbarrows for Bees Competition

Schools are invited to enter the #Southport and District Beekeepers' Wheelbarrows for Bees Competition. This competition will be open...

Schools

Apr 21

Formby High U19 Netball Squad Shine at Liverpool Schools Tournament

A huge congratulations to Formby High School’s U19 netball squad , who delivered an outstanding performance at the Liverpool Schools...

Sports

Feb 17

Formby primary school joins All Saints Multi Academy Trust

All Saints Multi Academy Trust has welcomed Trinity St Peter’s Church of England Primary School into its family of academies. The...

Schools

Feb 4

Formby Latest Posts

Formby Bubble Business of The Week is looking for your nominations

Scorching Sunshine Set to Sizzle Formby as Weekend Heatwave Arrives

Travellers Return to Lifeboat Road – Area Cordoned Off as Parking Concerns Grow Ahead of Hot Weekend

Formby News Feed

Hundreds of people turned out for the Walk of Witness on Good Friday and what a beautiful day it was to sit and enjoy the Passion Play

RNLI Lifeguards are back on duty again this Easter at Lifeboat Road in Formby to keep everyone safe

Don't forget to put your clocks forward at 1am as BST begins but, why do they go forward?

Opening Hours for Supermarkets and Convenience Stores across Formby and surrounding areas over the Easter period

There is only one pharmacy open in Formby on Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday

It is with great sadness to announce the passing of David Henry Bostock on 23rd March

Hays Travel in Formby Village are moving but…. Not very far away!

FJSC U11 Blacks extend their winning streak to 15 weeks and other matches proved excellent results

Welcome to Bubble Approved Traders: B.A.S. Carpentry & Joinery

There is only one pharmacy open in Formby on a Sunday and it’s done on a rota basis between chemists

Plastic Apex Shed for Sale in Formby fo

Gaming chair in excellent condition for sale in Formby.

Undefeated records maintained for the season for U11 Blacks and U9 Whites during another great weekend of football

Celebrating 50 years of Hairline this year is a testament to friendship and success for Formby salon

There is only one pharmacy open in Formby on a Sunday and it’s done on a rota basis between chemists

We are so sorry to announce the passing of much loved Formby woman Dawn Smith

Much loved Satterthwaites bakery now have new outlet in Formby after sad closure of The Bakehouse

We are so sorry to announce the passing of much loved Dai/Dave Davies on 1st March, (St David’s Day)

Formby Junior Sports Club U10 & U9 Reds Representative teams continued their recent good run of form

There is only one pharmacy open in Formby on a Sunday and it’s done on a rota basis between chemists

Road closed at Tesco junction for three nights from tonight

Merseyside Police have issued photos of stolen jewellery that was found in a house in Formby

Formby Junior Sports Club’s Under 9 Whites Sunday team has reached the final of the Jim Rourke Cup

Facebook and Instagram have just gone down for everyone all over the world

Formby Featured News

Ongoing Incident: Police Close Formby Bypass and Scaffold Lane After Serious Motorbike Crash

Dramatic Rescue After Two Men Pulled from the Sea at Formby Shipwreck

Police Chase Ends on Formby Bypass – Woman Detained at the Scene

Man Jailed Following Serious Domestic Abuse Offences in Formby

Man and Woman Detained After Theft in a Formby supermarket

Emergency Call Out at Formby Beach after multiple people struggling in the water

Emergency crews quickly respond to incident at Formby home this morning

Formby Mother and Daughter Removed from Flight After Mid-Air Disruption

Update: Gild Hall in Formby Will Remain Open Beyond July

Body of Missing Man Found in Formby Pinewoods

Two teenagers arrested with offensive weapon outside school in Formby

Residents Help Tackle Deliberate Fire at National Trust Formby on Eve of Closure

Speed Limit Set to Be Reduced on Formby Bypass Ahead of New Housing Development

Police Make Three Arrests Following Armed Response in Formby On Tuesday evening

Santander to Close Formby Branch – The Last Bank in the Village

Fire Breaks Out at Former Shorrocks Hill Nightclub in Formby

Police have discovered a Man’s Body Found on Formby Beach – Police Investigation Underway

Ongoing Search for Missing Liverpool Man Last Seen on Formby Beach

Formby Jobs

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Formby Jobs

Proactive Office Manager to join front-facing team in a pivotal role at Freshfield Primary in Formby

Teaching Assistant wanted at Formby High School

Freshfield Primary School is looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking School Business Manager

Formby High School are looking for a dynamic new Librarian to join Team Formby High!

Enthusiastic person to lead team of welcome staff and volunteers at National Trust Formby

SPAR Retail Assistant in Formby - No experience needed

Formby Letters

Whiston Hospital has set up an operating theatre in Southport Hospital

Duke Street Park was gifted to the people of Formby as a free place to enjoy in 1935 so how can Formby Festival charge such excessive prices?

Warning to other dog owners about the banned zones at Duke Street Park

It’s insulting to the man who died in 1407 to have his gravestone obscured by an old wooden bench

New owners of the Balti House in Formby share their plans with the community

Is Hightown Village Surgery at risk of closing yet again?

Formby Travel & Roadworks

Travellers Return to Lifeboat Road – Area Cordoned Off as Parking Concerns Grow Ahead of Hot Weekend

Altcar Road works – now rescheduled to start mid-July

Formby Faces Traffic Chaos as Key Roads Set to Close Simultaneously

Formby Schools

A Huge Congratulations to Woodlands Primary School in Formby

Formby Community Comes Together to Keep Our Town Clean

Formby High School are looking for a dynamic new Librarian to join Team Formby High!

Schools are invited to enter the Southport and District Beekeepers' Wheelbarrows for Bees Competition

Formby High U19 Netball Squad Shine at Liverpool Schools Tournament

Formby primary school joins All Saints Multi Academy Trust

Formby Sports

Archive Posts

Magnificent Seven Trophies for Formby Junior Sports Club in the last week of the season

A Super Sunday for Formby Junior FC as both the U12 and U13 Blacks won their Cup Finals

FJSC membership continues to grow with a surge of young footballers joining the club each week

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