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A Magical Night in Formby Village – Christmas Lights Switch-On 2025

Christmas

Nov 21, 20252 min read

Thank you for the rose handed to me today in Formby Village

Dear Formby Bubble, I just wanted to say a big thank you to the lovely young boy who gave me a rose this morning in Formby village. His...

Letters

Mar 29, 20211 min read

Have you say on Imagine Formby

Dear Formby Bubble: This is the link to the survey on Arts Culture and Heritage, on behalf of Imagine Formby. The more people who have...

Community

Feb 28, 20211 min read

Formby shops that will remain open for business this lockdown

Here is a list of shops that have informed us that they are continuing to trade during this second lockdown. Bridge Inn Saddlery Open...

Nov 5, 20202 min read

Two performances of the Formby Nativity this Saturday at Formby Pool Gardens

The Formby Nativity will take place on Saturday 30th November at 10:30am and again at 11:30am at Formby Pool Gardens. The title and theme...

Nov 25, 20191 min read

The new Tree Pit and railings will ensure long term care of our Village Trees

If you have visited our beautiful village in the last few days, you may have noticed the new 'Tree Pit' and railings around the base of...

Parish Council

Oct 25, 20192 min read

The Kitchen in Formby features in national newspaper and Formby beach is named as one of the best

The Kitchen is an award winning cafe in the heart of the village, certificate of Excellence 2015-2017 winner. The Kitchen is an...

Aug 5, 20191 min read

Pressure mounts on Arriva over decision to cut Ince Blundell from 47 bus route

An Ince Blundell councillor has called on Arriva to reverse its "inconceivable" decision to stop the 47 bus from serving the village....

Travel

Jun 21, 20193 min read

New post for ex-mailman as he opens his own business in Formby

An ex mailman, Tony Nolan, has a found new post running a kitchen makeover showroom in his hometown. Dozens of well-wishers, including...

Jun 10, 20191 min read

Formby Weekly Market is back on Friday 3rd May in Formby Village

Formby weekly market returns on Friday 3rd May for the third year running, with loads of stalls for you to explore. On all day until 5pm...

May 2, 20192 min read

Formby Weekly Market is back on Friday 3rd May on Chapel Lane

Formby weekly market is set to return on Friday 3rd May for the third year running, with loads of stalls for you to explore. On all day...

Apr 29, 20192 min read

Free childrens story telling sessions by Formby author

Christine Gregory is a local author from Formby and her first book , The antics of Mrs Paws, which has been out since 31st October 2018...

Mar 24, 20191 min read

MP's concern for high street after another Formby village closure

Formby MP Bill Esterson has expressed concern about the town's village centre after another business closed its doors. Superdrug on...

Council

Feb 16, 20193 min read

The Viking Ship is finished in Formby Village by sculptor Simon Archer and it looks great!

The sculpture is finished! The tree that was felled in March outside Waterfields on Chapel Lane in Formby Village has now been sculpted...

Formby Village

Feb 15, 20193 min read

Tree stump in Formby Village is being carved into a Viking Ship by sculptor Simon Archer

The one tree that was felled in March outside Waterfields on Chapel Lane in Formby Village will now be sculptured by Formby's brilliant...

Formby Village

Feb 11, 20192 min read

The award winning Estate Agents Abode is coming to Formby

The award winning Estate Agents Abode is coming to Formby. Already having two branches, one in Crosby and one in Allerton and having won...

Dec 30, 20181 min read

The day the community have worked so passionately for has finally arrived - Village Trees Pruned not

The Formby Village Trees have been saved....for now! We have won the battle but not the war. The day has finally arrived when the village...

Oct 10, 20182 min read

MP praises Formby campaigners in battle to save village trees

Two horse chestnut trees in Formby village have been saved from the axe after a last-minute reprieve. The town's MP Bill Esterson thanked...

Oct 8, 20181 min read

Formby Parish Cllr condemns Sefton Council and says its an act of ecological vandalism

The Formby Village trees were on the agenda at the Formby Parish Council meeting on Tuesday 2nd October. Formby Parish Councillor, Derek...

Oct 5, 20182 min read

The tree report is back and it confirms that the trees are safe and viable

The latest Tree Report by Formby Parish Council's Arborist is back and it confirms that the trees are safe and viable. It says that any...

Oct 1, 20183 min read

Festival in the Formby Pool park this weekend

The very first Festival at Formby Pool Park this weekend has so much to offer for all the family including fairground rides, BBQ, games...

Aug 4, 20182 min read

Formby Weekly Market is back tomorrow, Friday 4th May on Chapel Lane

Formby weekly market is set to return on Friday 4th May for the second year running, with loads of stalls for you to explore. On all day...

May 3, 20182 min read

Four vehicle RTC in Formby Village this afternoon

An RTC (road traffic collision) involving four vehicles in Formby Village occurred at approximately 5:15pm this afternoon, Sunday 8th...

Apr 8, 20181 min read

Formby Parish Council say all the trees in the village can stay except one

The Independent Tree Survey has now been carried out as ordered by Formby Parish Council. The good news is that all trees can stay except...

Feb 13, 20182 min read

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

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Flood Alert Issued for Formby as River Levels Rise

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Britain’s new Prime Minister once lived in Formby

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

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Two men jailed after armed robbery near Formby railway station

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Concern raised after sinkhole appears on West Lane near new housing development

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Formby Co-op evacuated and closed after suspected gas leak sparks emergency response