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Apr 7

Emergency crews quickly respond to incident at Formby home this morning

Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service were called to Harington Green in Formby this morning after a kitchen mishap resulted in a significant...

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Formby Bubble

5 days ago

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

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Formby Bubble

6 days ago

Formby News Feed

Sefton Council Works: Delays Expected on Formby Bypass

Sefton Council has begun work today, 2nd June, to change the lights on Formby Bypass, starting at the Scaffold Lane end. This project...

Travel

Formby Bubble

Jun 21 min read

Formby Parish Council Takes Action Over Suspected Wildlife Crime at Bushbys Lane

Formby Parish Council has escalated concerns over what it describes as a “devastating and potentially unlawful” clearance of ecologically...

Council

Formby Bubble

May 284 min read

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

Sefton Council has announced plans to reduce the speed limit on a section of the Formby Bypass from 60mph to 50mph, as part of...

News

Formby Bubble

Apr 251 min read

Travellers Set Up Camp again on Bills Lane Formby

An unauthorised encampment has been established this afternoon (Bank Holiday Monday 21st April) on Bills Lane in Formby, with two...

News

Formby Bubble

Apr 212 min read

Later opening hours for Formby Tip from 1st April

Starting Tuesday 1st April, Household Waste Recycling Centres will be open for longer over the Spring and Summer months🌞♻️ The opening...

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Formby Bubble

Mar 301 min read

Plea to Extend Solar Farm Operation Near Formby Bypass to 40 Years

Plans have been submitted to extend the lifetime of a proposed solar farm near Formby Bypass, which could generate enough electricity to...

Council

Formby Bubble

Mar 182 min read

Planning Application Submitted for Transformation of Former Public Toilets in Formby

A planning application (DC/2025/00185) has been submitted to Sefton Council proposing the conversion of the long-disused public toilets...

Planning

Formby Bubble

Feb 141 min read

Hundreds of Double Yellow Kerb Lines have been Painted in Formby to Enforce Parking Restrictions

Hundreds of Double Yellow Kerb Lines have been Painted in Formby to Enforce Parking Restrictions by Sefton Council. Motorists in Formby...

Formby Village

Formby Bubble

Feb 141 min read

Temporary Road Closure on Stephenson Way, Formby for Scottish Power Works

Formby residents and road users should prepare for a temporary road closure on Stephenson Way in January 2025 to allow for essential...

Roadworks

Formby Bubble

Dec 19, 20241 min read

Concerns Raised Over New Takeaway Opening in Formby Village

A new takeaway is set to open in Formby, sparking concerns among residents about potential traffic hazards and disturbances. The unit,...

News

Formby Bubble

Dec 13, 20241 min read

Travellers Establish Unauthorised Encampment on National Trust Land at Lifeboat Road, Formby

An unauthorised encampment of travellers has moved onto National Trust land at Lifeboat Road, Formby. The encampment, which began on the...

News

Formby Bubble

Oct 30, 20242 min read

Travellers Relocate Again in Formby on Cambridge Field

Travellers have once again relocated within Formby, causing significant concern among local residents and authorities. The group has set...

News

Formby Bubble

Jun 27, 20242 min read

Travellers Depart Formby to relocate in Southport

After three weeks of occupying various sites in Formby, the group of travellers has finally vacated the area, moving onto Preston New...

News

Formby Bubble

Jun 26, 20241 min read

Travellers Relocate Again in Formby raising concerns over repeated incursions

The group of Travellers that had recently occupied Duke Street Park in Formby have now this evening, Thursday 20th June, moved onto...

News

Formby Bubble

Jun 20, 20242 min read

Travellers leave Bills Lane and move into Duke Street Park to set up camp

On the evening of Monday, 17th June, the Travellers who had been occupying Bills Lane for the past week have now vacated the site and...

News

Formby Bubble

Jun 17, 20242 min read

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

Formby Bubble

Jun 9, 20241 min read

The National Trust have lodged an appeal against the refusal of planning permission for the relocation of the existing car park at Victoria Road, Formby

The National Trust have lodged an appeal against the refusal of planning permission for the relocation of the existing car park and...

Planning

Formby Bubble

Jan 30, 20244 min read

Deadline for opposing revised plans for Shorrocks Hill Country Club site is Thursday 9th November

The deadline for comments or objections on the REVISED plans submitted for Shorrocks Hill Country Club on Lifeboat Road in #Formby is...

Council

Formby Bubble

Nov 8, 20233 min read

Formby will fall silent with Remembrance Day services on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th November 2023

Poppies at Lifeboat Road in Formby On Armistice Day, Saturday 11th November at 10:55hrs there will be a short act of remembrance at...

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Formby Bubble

Nov 6, 20232 min read

Formby pupil Jim aged 7-years-old has got hundreds of signatures on his petition for ‘No Mow Summer’

A 7-year-old pupil from Formby called Jim has managed to get hundreds of signatures on his petition for ‘No Mow Summer’. This is just...

Council

Formby Bubble

Oct 20, 20232 min read

I'm angry and disappointed that the rejection for Aldi proposal was a ‘Done Deal’ by councillors

Dear Formby Bubble: As it affects the entire area, including ourselves, we decided to attend the Sefton council planning meeting last...

Letters

Formby Bubble

Jul 27, 20232 min read

Are you for or against Aldi in Formby? You need to email the council TODAY as meeting is 26th July

Are you for or against Aldi in Formby? You need to email the council TODAY with your views as meeting is tomorrow, Wednesday 26th July at...

Council

Formby Bubble

Jul 25, 20233 min read

Sefton Council opposes new Aldi Food Store in Formby

Sefton Council opposes new Aldi Food Store on a derelict site that was earmarked for new luxury homes. Aldi, the award-winning discount...

News

Formby Bubble

Jul 21, 20233 min read

National Trust Formby Planning Application refused unanimously by Sefton Council

Plans for major changes to the car park at National Trust Formby at Victoria Road Squirrel Reserve site that were set to be approved have...

News

Formby Bubble

Jul 17, 20233 min read

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Formby Featured News

Emergency crews quickly respond to incident at Formby home this morning

Formby Bubble

5 days ago1 min read

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

Formby Bubble

6 days ago2 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

The search is continuing through the night for missing man on Formby beach

Formby Bubble

Feb 111 min read

Search Underway for Missing Person at Formby Beach

Formby Bubble

Feb 111 min read

Southport Killer Sentenced to Life in Prison for Triple Murder

Formby Bubble

Jan 233 min read

Tragic fatal Dog Attack in Formby Area on Christmas Eve

Formby Bubble

Dec 29, 20241 min read

Concerns Raised Over New Takeaway Opening in Formby Village

Formby Bubble

Dec 13, 20241 min read

Road Traffic Collision in Formby Involving a Car, a Cyclist and a Pedestrian

Formby Bubble

Dec 1, 20241 min read

Formby Jobs

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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

Luxe Lashes is opening soon in Formby and hiring lash, brow, and nail technicians, plus a receptionist!

We are delighted to announce the upcoming launch of Luxe Lashes , Formby’s newest luxury lash studio and beauty academy , opening in...

Jobs

Feb 20

RNLI on the lookout for new beach lifesavers in the Formby area

The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is seeking budding lifeguards to launch their lifesaving careers on some of the North...

Jobs

Feb 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

Sefton Council Works: Delays Expected on Formby Bypass

Sefton Council has begun work today, 2nd June, to change the lights on Formby Bypass, starting at the Scaffold Lane end. This project...

Formby Bubble

Jun 21 min read

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Liverpool Road Closure in Formby – Works to Finish soon

Motorists and residents in Formby will be relieved to hear that the ongoing road closure on Liverpool Road – between Ravenmeols Lane and...

Formby Bubble

Jun 61 min read

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Severe Traffic Delays in Formby Due to Roadworks Outside McDonald’s

Roadworks currently taking place outside McDonald’s in Formby are causing significant traffic disruptions. The works, which are expected...

Formby Bubble

Jan 201 min read

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Formby Schools

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

Local Martial Arts Prodigy Erin Bannon to Represent Great Britain in Hong Kong

Local Martial Arts Prodigy Erin Bannon to Represent GB in Hong Kong. Erin Bannon, a remarkable 14-year-old student from Formby High...

Sports

Sep 4, 2024

Formby Latest Posts

Formby Bubble Business of The Week is looking for your nominations

Emergency crews quickly respond to incident at Formby home this morning

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

Formby News Feed

Sefton Council Works: Delays Expected on Formby Bypass

Formby Parish Council Takes Action Over Suspected Wildlife Crime at Bushbys Lane

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

Travellers Set Up Camp again on Bills Lane Formby

Later opening hours for Formby Tip from 1st April

Plea to Extend Solar Farm Operation Near Formby Bypass to 40 Years

Planning Application Submitted for Transformation of Former Public Toilets in Formby

Hundreds of Double Yellow Kerb Lines have been Painted in Formby to Enforce Parking Restrictions

Temporary Road Closure on Stephenson Way, Formby for Scottish Power Works

Concerns Raised Over New Takeaway Opening in Formby Village

Travellers Establish Unauthorised Encampment on National Trust Land at Lifeboat Road, Formby

Travellers Relocate Again in Formby on Cambridge Field

Travellers Depart Formby to relocate in Southport

Travellers Relocate Again in Formby raising concerns over repeated incursions

Travellers leave Bills Lane and move into Duke Street Park to set up camp

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

The National Trust have lodged an appeal against the refusal of planning permission for the relocation of the existing car park at Victoria Road, Formby

Deadline for opposing revised plans for Shorrocks Hill Country Club site is Thursday 9th November

Formby will fall silent with Remembrance Day services on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th November 2023

Formby pupil Jim aged 7-years-old has got hundreds of signatures on his petition for ‘No Mow Summer’

I'm angry and disappointed that the rejection for Aldi proposal was a ‘Done Deal’ by councillors

Are you for or against Aldi in Formby? You need to email the council TODAY as meeting is 26th July

Sefton Council opposes new Aldi Food Store in Formby

National Trust Formby Planning Application refused unanimously by Sefton Council

Formby Featured News

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

The search is continuing through the night for missing man on Formby beach

Search Underway for Missing Person at Formby Beach

Southport Killer Sentenced to Life in Prison for Triple Murder

Tragic fatal Dog Attack in Formby Area on Christmas Eve

Concerns Raised Over New Takeaway Opening in Formby Village

Road Traffic Collision in Formby Involving a Car, a Cyclist and a Pedestrian

Formby Jobs

Local Advertisers

Formby Jobs

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

Luxe Lashes is opening soon in Formby and hiring lash, brow, and nail technicians, plus a receptionist!

RNLI on the lookout for new beach lifesavers in the Formby area

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

Sefton Council Works: Delays Expected on Formby Bypass

Liverpool Road Closure in Formby – Works to Finish soon

Severe Traffic Delays in Formby Due to Roadworks Outside McDonald’s

Formby Schools

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

Local Martial Arts Prodigy Erin Bannon to Represent Great Britain in Hong Kong

Formby Sports

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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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