Pets

6 hours ago

BREAKING: Large emergency services presence at Redgate And Air Ambulance on scene

BREAKING: Large emergency services presence at Redgate And Air Ambulance

4 days ago

The Point set for crucial decision as concerns grow over loss of M&S from Formby Village

Sep 9

Formby News Feed

Formby Beach Stays Open for Dogs This Summer as Bans Come Into Force Across Sefton Coast

Beach

Apr 292 min read

Congratulations to Sharon Butler RVN, celebrating 50 years of Veterinary Nursing

Business

Sep 26, 20252 min read

Were you the strangers that helped when my dog Zola had a heart attack whilst on a walk in Formby

Dear Formby Bubble: This is a message of thanks to a couple of kind strangers. On Friday 12th May at about 5:30pm I was 5 minutes into a...

May 23, 20232 min read

Abandoned Dog Mimi Finds Wonderful New Home!

Everyone at Freshfields Animal Rescue is delighted to report that Mimi, the terrified dog who was thrown over the wall 6 months ago, has...

Mar 15, 20232 min read

We are so glad to report that Rubble has found a new home after being dumped on the road in April

From being dumped in the road in April, to a fantastic new home – we are so glad to report that Rubble has found his forever home! Rubble...

CHARITY

Sep 7, 20222 min read

A dog died today of severe heat stroke - If it was a child, the parents would go to prison

Dear Formby Bubble: Today a dog died of severe heat stroke – exercised at 9 o’clock in the morning. If it was a child, the parents would...

Jul 19, 20224 min read

Freshfields Rescued two abandoned dogs that were left tied up at the side of the road

Freshfields Kennels Assistant Vikki Ferguson was driving home from our rescue centre on Thursday 14th April, when she spotted two dogs...

Apr 15, 20222 min read

Public Space Protection Order - Dog Control signs have been erected today in Duke Street park

Public Space Protection Order - Dog Control signs have been erected today in Duke Street park in Formby. All details here… Dogs in Sefton...

Jun 25, 20214 min read

Missy and Jack desperately need a new home

JACK AND MISSY NEED YOU! Our adorable duo Missy and Jack are still patiently waiting for a home where they can stay together as they...

Jun 14, 20211 min read

The Tail of Alice and Daisy who are best friends looking for their forever home together

Can you help these Best Friends Forever find a home together? Alice and Daisy have big hearts and even bigger smiles, which light up our...

May 17, 20212 min read

Missing cat in Formby

Merlin is still missing, since the evening of 6th May. He was being looked after by family, but is chipped to his home address in...

May 11, 20211 min read

Teddy has now been REUNITED *Dog found on Formby Beach

Dear Formby Bubble: Anyone lost a dog on formby beach? If this is your dog, it is safe, please contact us info@formbybubble.com PLEASE SHARE

May 11, 20211 min read

A dry and sunny start to the day but remaining bitterly cold in our Bubble

Good Morning on Wednesday 7th April. It’s 3°C in #Formby with northerly winds of 18mph, making it feel like -3°C. Today: A dry and sunny...

Beach

Apr 7, 20211 min read

Does anyone recognise this beautiful black cat?

Dear Formby Bubble: We have had a very hungry black cat visiting our garden in the last few days (Holmwood Close /Gardens area) - does...

Apr 6, 20211 min read

Please remember the speed limit as my car was killed today in Formby

Dear Formby Bubble: About 4.30pm my cat was hit on Gores Lane. She was such a lovely cat who adores humans - she wasn't good with cars so...

Apr 4, 20211 min read

UPDATE - REUNITED - Dog is lost in Formby about 4pm today

UPDATE: Now reunited with her family. Her owner said: “Found...she is back home thankfully...thanks to Mandy Shanks, we will be forever...

Mar 28, 20211 min read

Suspected dog poisoning in Formby

DearFormby Bubble: I just wanted those who have pets to beware. My husband came across a large piece of bread in the garden, not thinking...

Feb 22, 20211 min read

A Formby dog is to appear on the final of BBC1 show Perfect Pooch

A #Formby dog is to appear on the final of BBC1 show Perfect Pooch. Perfect Pooch is a BBC programme where Britain’s hairiest hounds get...

Feb 20, 20213 min read

Freshfields Animal Rescue – No Animal Left Behind this Christmas

Yesterday, we launch our Freshfields Christmas Appeal 2020. We want to tell our animal-loving local community about a great opportunity...

Dec 2, 20202 min read

Dog Lover Introduces Life-Saving Canine First Aid Courses in Merseyside

In a move from figures to first aid, North West forensic accountant Yvonne Jones is helping people in Merseyside to help dogs. Yvonne is...

Aug 21, 20202 min read

Dog attacked by owner with axe finds home 2 years later

Freshfield's Animal Rescue are delighted to bring you the fantastic news that Neo, one of 2 dogs brutally attacked by his owner in 2017,...

Jul 13, 20202 min read

Kittens abandoned on Christmas Day at Freshfields

On Christmas morning, of all days, these 3 frightened kittens were abandoned outside Freshfields in a sealed Christmas bag. Now, they're...

Jan 1, 20202 min read

Ruby Finds a Home after 8 years with Freshifields Animal Rescue

Back in 2011 a gorgeous little Jack Russell Terrier puppy called Ruby found herself in the care of Freshfields Animal Rescue centre. We...

Nov 21, 20193 min read

Millie goes home thanks to Freshfields Animal Rescue and your help

Thanks to the publicity that we received, a huge amount of love and interest was extended to Millie. Our local community is truly...

Aug 13, 20192 min read

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Formby Featured News

The Point refused in dramatic 11 to 2 vote as councillors reject officers’ recommendation

6 hours ago5 min read

Four men charged following series of shop thefts across Formby

Sep 32 min read

Exclusive: Stunning new luxury sports lounge set to open in the heart of Formby this September

Sep 24 min read

It’s open! Taskers makes its big return to Formby after eight years with huge new 8,000 sq ft store

Aug 282 min read

Major Emergency Response at Formby Beach After Man Rescued From the Sea

Aug 261 min read

Woman tragically dies after being hit by train near Freshfield Station

Aug 241 min read

Person hit by train at Fisherman’s Path near Freshfield as major emergency response continues

Aug 222 min read

Flood Alert Issued for Formby as River Levels Rise

Aug 201 min read

Taskers set to return to Formby with major new home store on Altcar Road

Aug 153 min read

Emily’s Formby to remain open despite collapse of restaurant group behind it

Aug 122 min read

Formby’s Glynn Stockton finishes 10th in the world in incredible Penny Farthing Championship

Aug 103 min read

Spectacular Solar Eclipse Will be Seen from Formby on Wednesday – Here’s Exactly When to Watch

Aug 83 min read

Calls for Tougher Controls on Nitrous Oxide After Concerns Raised in Formby

Aug 81 min read

Fire crews tackle grass fire behind Range High School as residents urged to take extra care

Jul 311 min read

Could Parking Fines Increase in Formby? MP Discusses Tougher Measures Including Vehicle Towing

Jul 302 min read

Exclusive: Hollywood Award Winning Producer Keith Large Brings Powerful New Film Fist and Chips to Formby

Jul 246 min read

Britain’s new Prime Minister once lived in Formby

Jul 181 min read

Thousands affected as major overnight power cut hit Formby in the early hours

Jul 52 min read

Local Advertisers

Contact Left in Formby is hiring a Warehouse & Order Processing Assistant

Sep 5

JOB VACANCIES: The Wild Roe and Murphy’s Tavern are hiring

Sep 3

Excitement builds as Sainsbury’s recruits staff for new Formby store ahead of opening

Sep 2

Suay Formby is looking for a Wok Chef with im

Suay Formby is looking for a Wok Chef with immediate start

Sep 2

Love Cooking? Formby Care Home Is Looking for a Weekend Cook at £13.50 an Hour

Aug 23

Total Timber Formby is Hiring – Could You Be Their Next Yard & Warehouse Operative?

Total Timber (Formby) Ltd is looking for a Yard & Warehouse Operative to join its team. This is a varied, semi-skilled position combining manual yard and warehouse work with timber grading, machinery operation, stock control, order preparation and customer service for both trade and public customers. Job Title: Yard & Warehouse Operative Responsible to: General Manager – Operations PURPOSE OF THE ROLE To assist in the efficient, safe and accurate day-to-day running of the tim

Aug 17

Formby Letters

“I Left the Shop Feeling Humiliated After Trying to Return a £69 Garden Hose”

Aug 4

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!

Mar 18

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!

Nov 9, 2025

Debate Grows Over Tree Clearance at Lifeboat Road Formby

Beach/National Trust

Nov 5, 2025

Formby Travel & Roadworks

LATEST: Liverpool Road works rescheduled as further leak extends Altcar Road closure

Sep 95 min read

Altcar Road closure extended again into next week as works remain unfinished

Sep 42 min read

Altcar Road closure extended into September after works overrun original dates

Aug 303 min read

LATEST: Liverpool Road works rescheduled as further leak extends Altcar Road closure

Sep 95 min read

Altcar Road closure extended again into next week as works remain unfinished

Sep 42 min read

Altcar Road closure extended into September after works overrun original dates

Aug 303 min read

Formby Schools

Range High School Celebrates GCSE Success for the Class of 2026

Aug 20

Formby High School Celebrates Excellent GCSE Results as Class of 2026 Shines 🎓👏

Formby High School Celebrates Excellent GCSE Results as Class of 2026 Shines

Aug 20

Formby High School celebrates excellent A Level and vocational results as Class of 2026 looks to the future

Aug 13

Formby Mum Speaks Out as Ofsted Finds Nursery Incident Put Children at ‘Significant Risk of Harm’

Aug 3

Duke Street Park set for exciting upgrades including new mural, nature trail and improved play area

Council

Jul 31

Ground Investigation Teams Move Into Woodlands School Field as Questions Grow Over Future Plans