The new boss of Rueters Bar & Grill in Southport is aiming for the sweet smell of success when it opens.  Professional chef Matthew Howard is celebrating taking over the reins at the popular restaurant, bar and function venue on Hoghton Street in Southport town centre as lockdown restrictions begin to ease.  He is already busy making changes to the venue, ahead of it opening fully this May.  He has been running The Shrimper pub in Marshside, as well as helping to operate My Sweet Retreat, a family-run business which creates delicious cakes for all occasions. He has been running the My Sweet Retreat business with his Mum Linda Howard and plans to bring the best of what they create there into Rueters.  As refurbishment works take place, he is looking forward to installing a brand new dessert fridge to tempt diners. The venue has been repainted, new light fittings have arrived and the bar area has been revamped.  People will soon be able to call in for a coffee and a cake, with a choice of goodies including home-made chocolate brownies and home-made cakes.  Matthew is also revamping the Rueters menu, maintaining popular favourites while also introducing some new […]

Sandgrounder Radio has officially unveiled its brand new ‘Sandgrounder Shuttle’ which has been very kindly provided by locally based Peoples Bus. The double decker bus was officially launched at Ocean Plaza in Southport on Easter Saturday with its first task to assist with the delivery of hundreds of Easter Eggs to Alder Hey Children’s Charity and Southport Baby Bank as part of the radio station’s 2021 Easter Egg Appeal. Sandgrounder Radio Content Director, Andy Hilbert said: “This is a unique and amazing opportunity for us, as a local business and radio station, working in partnership with the fabulous team at Peoples Bus. “The Sandgrounder Shuttle will be used during the week on Southport and Formby school services and at other times it then transforms into an amazing mobile broadcasting hub for the radio station. “Back in the day, it was a relatively normal sight to see your local, commercial radio station with a fully branded bus. “We’re absolutely delighted to have been given the chance to work in partnership with Andrew and the amazing team at Peoples Bus to launch the ‘Sandgrounder Shuttle’. “Over the coming weeks and months, as restrictions are eased, the ‘Sandgrounder Shuttle’ will be out and […]

A martial arts expert from Southport has been inundated with requests after organising self protection classes for females following the Sarah Everard tragedy.  Garry Phillips, who runs Shogun World on Bridge Street on the edge of Southport town centre, will run his classes for girls as young as nine-years-old up to adult level.  Garry, a Dad of five daughters, says that the courses will cover easy achievable moves that most ladies of all ages will feel comfortable developing and demonstrating. He said: “This world is a frightening place for females. I am planning to coach a six week basic course at Shogun World in Southport from May for ladies self protection and security. “Every female should feel safe and confident to react to physical confrontation especially in light of what happened to Sarah Everard and Libby Squire. “Please message me if you are interested.  Keep safe, stay alert.”  The first course will start on: Tuesday, 18th May for younger females aged 9-14 yrs 6pm-6.45pm at Shogun World 7.30pm-8.15pm all other females aged 15yrs+ And then Saturday 22nd May 3.30pm-4.15pm for females aged 15 yrs + This timing will allow those females who work on Saturdays a chance to attend and […]

A brand new Denture Clinic and Dental Laboratory has opened in Southport town centre. Dental Arts @ 23 Lord Street has opened at the southern end of the famous shopping boulevard, next door to the Cleveland Cafe and near Morrisons supermarket and The Ribble Buildings.   It is managed by GDC registered Clinical Dental Technicians and aims to assist clients with all their denture needs. Dental Arts @ 23 Lord Street provides services including new aesthetic dentures, in addition to dental repairs and relines. The firm also provides custom-made gum shields for people playing sports including: rugby, hockey, boxing and martial arts. They said: “Are your current dentures loose or causing discomfort? Do you have difficulty eating? With our on-site dental laboratory, all appliances are made with full control and patient input. “Dental Arts can offer dental repairs with a local delivery service if required. “We also offer free consultations. We are the one stop shop for dentures. “Our new clinic on Lord Street is now open, but we do ask people to please book an appointment first before visiting.” Dental Arts @ 23 Lord Street opened in February and has been operating during lockdown, deemed an essential business by the […]

For decades, hardy volunteers at Southport Rugby Football Club have stood in wind, rain, hail and sunshine updating the thousands of tries, conversions and penalty kicks recorded by their players.  Now they will be able to enjoy watching the score unfold thanks to a brand new digital scoreboard, which has been provided through sponsorship with a local legal firm. Fletchers Solicitors, based on Hoghton Street in Southport town centre, was delighted to provide the much-needed new facility for the club on Waterloo Road.  A Southport Rugby Football Club spokesperson said: “Southport RFC is delighted to announce that our new scoreboard has been installed. “The electric board features a remotely-controlled LED display which shows both the match score and the elapsed time. “Thank you to Fletchers Solicitors in Southport for the donation and continued support at Southport Rugby Football Club. “Consequently, this puts our once state of art manual board, that has been in place for numerous years into retirement, alongside the volunteers who stood in all weathers inputting the progressing score. “This can now be done from the comfort of the clubhouse with a pint in hand!” The new equipment was provided and installed by FSL Scoreboards, which provides digital […]

Southport has a long-standing proud history with travel, tourism and hospitality which, of course, brings with it a very high standard of skilled and talented people. The last 12 months has been very difficult for the industry as a whole but specifically within Southport. It is sad to see the closure of fellow hotels, bars and casinos resulting in the loss of many local jobs. Mikhail Hotel & Leisure Group would like to bring a ray of hope to some of this incredible local talent, with some exciting expansions and new developments in the pipeline, they hope to create some great job opportunities in the very near future. Kelsie Buck, Operations Manager for the group said: “As a business, we would like to do whatever we can to help our local community and give something back to the town that has supported us so much over the years. “There is some incredible local talent in the hospitality industry in Southport, people who have learnt their skills over many years, be it KPs, Chefs, Bar Tenders, House Keepers, and we have some great opportunities for those that have found themselves out of work due to Covid-19.” Mikhail Hotel & Leisure Group […]

Gyms and personal trainers in Southport and West Lancashire are putting their weight behind a fundraiser to raise money for a mental health charity. The charity CrossFit & Deadlift event takes place on Sunday, 12 September 2021, with other gyms, personal trainers and fitness enthusiasts invited to join in. Throw Down To Help Out aims to raise awareness and funds for the charity MIND and other mental health services. Exercise and fitness is a proven way to help decrease symptoms of mental health issues such as anxiety and depression, and sadly 2020/21 has seen many health and fitness businesses forced to close their doors to the public. However local resident Ste McCann didn’t want this extremely important outlet for hundreds of people to be forgotten. He also wanted to raise the issue of increasingly raising numbers of people affected by poor mental health. Lisa Little, owner of From The Block Fitness at The Waterfront in Southport, said: “Ste has brought together many local independent gyms and many more local personal trainers, to come together and co host this exciting charity event on 12th September 2021. “This 12 hour fitness and deadlift event will see all of the gyms involved, their […]

Captain Sir Tom Moore is celebrated by the world’s biggest mural of him outside an estate agent’s in Southport.  The inspirational charity fundraiser, who raised nearly £40million for the NHS, sadly died in hospital earlier today at the age of 100 after testing positive for Covid-19. The veteran, who captured the hearts of the nation with his fundraising efforts during the first Coronavirus lockdown, died in Bedford Hospital this morning (Tuesday, February 2).  He was celebrated with a huge three-storey mural painted by artist Robert Newbiggin on the side of the Anthony James Estate Agents building on Hoghton Street in Southport town centre.  Robert Newbiggin said: “I feel very humble and lucky to have produced what is now recognised as the largest Sir Tom Moore Portrait in the world, larger than life, as he was up in public view. “I was sad to hear of Sir Tom’s sad passing. “I hope the painting will be a fitting tribute. “I have personally given my condolences to the family through his grandson Benjie.”  The incredible 24ft high artwork, named ‘Hope’, was commissioned by Mark Cunningham, Lyn Cunningham and Jacqui Holt, Directors of Anthony James Estate Agents, and painted by Robert Newbiggin. It […]

People have one last chance to vote for The Atkinson in Southport after it was nominated for two prestigious regional awards.  The deadline for the 2020 Liverpool City Region Culture and Creativity Awards is tomorrow (Tuesday 26 January).  Local residents and businesses are being urged to get your votes in while you can!  After a challenging year for arts and culture, The Atkinson, on Lord Street, is a finalist in The People’s Choice award for Outstanding Contribution to Culture as well as the Impact Award – Covid-19 Creative Response. The Liverpool City Region Culture and Creativity Awards celebrate outstanding contributions and commitment to art, culture and creativity across Halton, Knowsley, Liverpool, Sefton, St Helens and Wirral. Critically acclaimed actress Eithne Browne is set to present the 2020 Liverpool City Region Culture and Creativity awards which, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, are being celebrated online this year. The Huyton-born actress, who has most recently appeared in Coronation Street and Emmerdale but who is most well-known for her role as Chrissy Rogers in Brookside, will host the glittering digital event on February 19th 2021 and will be joined by a number of guest presenters from the city region including the Principal Dancer […]

2020 has felt like one, long ghoulish year already, but that doesn’t mean we aren’t excited by the prospect of Halloween next week. We all need some fun and silliness and despite all that is going on our Southport Indies are going all out to make sure you have just that.   1. Spook the house up in style   Halloween decorations don’t need to be all out plastic ghouls and fake webbing.  Bring some warmth and brightness to your home with some beautiful, hand crafted wreaths and more from Doodles.  With everything hand made locally, it is also the perfect way to support local businesses in these tricky times.   Handmade Halloween decorations at Wesley Streets Doodles craft room   2. No trick or treating?  Sugar them up courtesy of Sweet Jaspers   Cambridge Arcade’s Sweet Jaspers are delivering wicked Halloween sweet boxes.  Packed full of themed treats, the boxes will give the kids their seasonal sugar hit or be the perfect sharing snacks for a horror movie marathon.   They are delivering to Southport, Birkdale, Hillside, Ainsdale and Formby. Halloween Box £10 or £15 Sweet Jaspers, Cambridge Arcade 01704 634572, sweetjaspers.co.uk         3. Head off […]

The Chop House, famed for its live music nights, is hosting an Evening with Kappa on Saturday, 3rd October to beat the new curfew!   Doors at the bar, on Scarisbrick Avenue in Southport town centre, will open at 5pm with food served between 6pm and 7pm.   The band will play between 7.15pm and 9.30pm before closing at 10pm.   Prime Minister Boris Johnson yesterday announced a series of measures to bring down Coronavirus cases, including a new 10pm curfew for bars, restaurants, cafe, takeaways, cinemas and other hospitality businesses.     Chop House owner Carl White said: “Due to the new and updated Government guidelines we are having to change the way we deliver live music and entertainment. So we are going old school!   “We are running an evening with the bands on a Saturday night, a showcase that incorporates live music, food and drink, all together in a package for £35 per person.   “We have outsourced a caterer and will include seven drinks vouchers. An example of how we have costed this is: food = £10 per person, seven drinks, ie if you chose seven double JD & Cokes that would normally be £35, plus […]

A Southport firm has begun taking orders for freshly-made home cocktail deliveries!   Paul and Chantelle Drewery own the Flair ‘n’ Funk events company as well as Spender’s Bar on Scarisbrick Avenue in Southport town centre.   The Covid-19 pandemic has meant that some people have become nervous about venturing out for a night out. The marvellous mixologists can help by bringing their bar to you.  They even prepare the cocktails fresh outside people’s homes before delivering them.   Paul ‘Spender’ Drewery said: “We are now delivering cocktails made freshly at your door in Southport and  surrounding areas. The cocktails are literally made fresh outside your house from the back of our vehicle on arrival. “We are genuinely bringing the bar to your home! It doesn’t get much fresher and tastier than that.”   Cocktails are made by the one and only Spender as part of Flair ’N’ Funk’s new Cocktail Delivery Service.   Paul said: “We are out delivering on Friday and Saturday this week with the minimum order of just four cocktails! We have a huge range to choose from on our menu, we even do mocktails, beers and shots too!  We also have a great option for those […]

It is National Fish and Chip day today and as a (Northern) seaside town, Southport of course does some of the very best!  What better excuse to treat yourself to a Friday night fish supper then a National celebration and throwing some support for our local independent businesses in the process.  Read on for some of the town centre’s best, and if you indulge tonight we ask only two things of you – share your pics of your supper with @southportindies and get some batter bits.  You should always get some batter bits. King’s Plaice One of Southport’s newest chip shop, the King’s Plaice opened last year. With a fresh and modern interior and booth seating, you can eat in, take out or even enjoy some September sunshine on Lord Street with their outdoor seating. Diva Right in the heart of the town, Diva is a great bet for a good fish and chips.  Diva is a particularly good destination for families on a bright afternoon as they boast a mini soft play in the cafe so parents can sit in relative peace as tiny ones play The Dolphin Set along the traditional tourist boulevard of Scarisbrick Avenue, The Dolphin […]

One of Southport’s latest additions to the coffee scene is back in action and looking for its first Team Leader.   In November 2019, 92° opened its fourth store, this time outside of Liverpool, after the rise in support within the independent business scene in the coastal town often backed by Southport BID who support over 750 local businesses in the area.   Having only opened for four months prior the pandemic, the team are back and located on Lord Street, open daily from 10am-5pm, serving its well-known blends accompanied by its food menu, in which for the remainder of August, is part of the government’s Eat Out to Help Out Scheme, meaning you could score your favourite blend and sandwich for under £5.   As part of the expansion into Southport, 92° is looking for its first Team Leader for the store.   Operations Director, Gerard Bowers-McIntyre says “Being part of a new community is extremely exciting and we can’t thank the locals of Southport enough for their warm welcome. To add to the excitement, we’re on the hunt for 92° Southport’s first Team Leader – a brilliant opportunity for a passionate and knowledgeable individual to be a key […]

Southport BID is inviting people to support the Government’s Shop Local Week.   Announced yesterday, the initiative will see seven days of concentrated activity encouraging shoppers to return to their local high street and shop safely.   This year’s initiative begins on 10 August and runs until 17 August. It encourages shoppers to call into their favourite local greengrocer, bakery or florist, or any other local shop, by demonstrating how businesses are safely welcoming back customers.   Southport BID is doing its best to support the town by recently redesigning and relaunching its Southport Independents website and directory, with over 100 amazing local shops to discover.   And they have now launched their brand new Southport Gift Card which customers can use to spend in more than 60 shops, restaurants, bars and leisure attractions in the resort.   The new measures are designed to help local businesses to rebuild after the coronavirus lockdown and to build local loyalty.   Southport BID CEO Rachel Fitzgerald said: “We fully get behind this Government campaign and want to encourage both businesses and the public to do the same. Never have our local businesses needed our support more. Many worked tirelessly and creatively throughout […]

A delicious new street food destination has opened in Southport town centre.    Paulo no Mercado has just opened at Southport Market, with a frontage facing both King Street and Market Street.    The inspiration behind the new venture came from Twelve restaurant Head Chef and Owner Paulo Teixeira and Restaurant Manager Lee Hall. Twelve restaurant, on nearby Princes Street, is described as ‘a fusion kitchen fine dining experience.    The venue is currently rated the third best out of 243 restaurants in Southport by diners on TripAdvisor.    Seeing a new venture from one of Southport’s top restaurants is a huge coup for the market, which was last week awarded £900,000 through Southport Town Deal funding in a bid to transform it into an exciting new food, drink and events hub.   The name ‘Paulo no Mercado’ translates to ‘Paulo in the Market’.    Paulo and Lee said: “We have dreamed of creating a place where we would feel at home having a morning coffee. From Pasteis de Nata to the best Salt & Pepper dishes to Wagyu burgers to enjoy with lunch time drinks, this is amazing freshly cooked street food in a friendly environment.   “For anyone […]

Over 200 local businesses already feature on the site, which launched this weekend. More will  join them over the coming weeks. The Southport Indies campaign is designed to support and highlight local independent firms that are the beating heart of Southport. The southportindependents.co.uk website will allow people to enjoy a great way to discover new businesses and find just how much Southport has to offer. Southport BID Business Engagement Manager Sarah Rodriguez said: “We want to celebrate the amazing shops, gorgeous cafes, vibrant bars and the wealth of small but often hidden businesses that make our town exciting and interesting.   “The website is designed to make it easy to search and explore and help view shopping, eating and socialising in Southport in a whole new light. “There is so much more to offer in Southport then people often believe. We have some absolutely amazing businesses here, from shops that have been here for generations to exciting new cafés and bars. Now more than ever these independent businesses need all of our support. As the town begins recovering from the impact of lockdown, we wanted to bring initiatives to help highlight these businesses and put them at the forefront. We hope […]

People are being urged to support Southport businesses by making sure they turn up for bookings Southport Business Improvement District is today backing a campaign asking customers to be more considerate to firms in the town as they look to recover from the impact of the Coronavirus outbreak. Many restaurants, hairdressers, hotels, beauty salons, pubs, barbers and others have finally reopened after spending nearly four months in lockdown. But they are doing so with social distancing and other safety measures in place. This means greatly reduced capacity for many – with the result that someone who books a table, a beauty treatment or a room but then fails to keep their appointment could have a substantial impact on takings for a local business at a time when they are desperately trying to rebuild and to survive. The ‘no show’ issue was highlighted a few days ago when celebrity chef Tom Kerridge angrily criticised a “selfish” group of 27 customers who made a booking at his London restaurant but then didn’t turn up. Tom criticised the “disgraceful” no-showers for putting jobs at risk during the coronavirus pandemic, at a time when many businesses like his are having to adapt to changes. […]

Find all the #SouthportIndies restaurants and cafes continuing to deliver or be open for take aways. If you know of any we have missed or that are no longer operating – please just email us and we will keep this page updated.   Please click the links to individual businesses socials and websites for details. Whilst you are there, give them a follow or like and share. They are there for us through this crisis and we need to all be there for them when it is over   #southportindies #standupforsouthport #shoplocal #staysafe   TAKE AWAY OR DELIVERY   Italian, French and Mediterranean   Chez Moi Bistro – One of Southport’s best loved French bistros are delivering via Just Eat Deli Volare – Volare’s Italian meals to your door and deli items to order Bistro Bar Med – Mediterranean tapas to your door Trattoria 51 – Fresh Italian pizza, pasta and more   Fish and Chips   The Sandgrounder – Available for take away from their Nevill Street shop The Swan – Fresh burgers, loaded fries, cocktails and more Diva Cafe – Fresh fish and chips on Lord Street                     Burgers, […]

Still not decided on the perfect gift for Father’s Day? Dad or Grandad still shielding and you can’t be with them? Then why not brighten their weekend and send the banquet to the them? Read on for some inspiration   Roast Dinners   Let’s face it, we are all going to be missing those traditional Sunday roasts in the pub this Father’s Day. All is not lost though, the rules might not permit a big gathering but you can still enjoy a full carvery from the comfort of your own home. Or why not organise one to be delivered to parent’s still shielding? There are options for everyone, with several #southportindies serving up a whole lot of heaven each week   Bentley’s amazing homecooked roasts have all the trimmings and are a bargain at £9.95. Pre-order by 12pm Saturday and call 07922 303236 for orders. No 1 Bar & Eatery deliver from Banks to Ainsdale. Choose from chicken, beef or vegan sausages at a brilliant price of £4.50 for one meat or £6.00 for a choice of two.   The Steaks are high   The Bold Hotel, already our #southportindies heroes for converting themselves to a key workers supermarket, is […]

It’s absolutely amazing what can be achieved when we work together. Southport Indies have done us proud once again, not only adapting to the current crisis but also being there for the front line staff.   The sense of community is really shining through the grey mist of this pandemic and it’s wonderful to be able to support those businesses who want to give something back. Here are few lovely ideas we caught via social media, so peruse through our amazing list of independent businesses that are adding that little some extra for NHS and frontline staff.   if you want to get involved or added to our hero’s list, please message the team.   Pilates Works are offering online classes   Seeing great businesses like Pilates Works adapting to the isolation nation inspires us all to redeem some sort of normality. Classes are now available online and and are free to NHS Heroes.   Book in online at pilatesworks.uk com or call 07958 983535   Hidden Vines and Gas Monitor Point   Paul and the team at Gas Monitor Point wanted to find a way to give back to our frontline workers and what better way then FREE wine! […]

Not sure what day it is right now? Well the weekend is upon us! Another week in lockdown is done. It is time to reward yourself and banish the quarantine blues.   Whether you are planning an indulgent night in pjs for one, a nights rest for parents at their wits end or a Zoom night in with take away, friends and a drink – here is our guide to great indies providing great food direct to you at home.   The Vincent Hotel   The Vincent announced the launch of their new to-go menu to start the 1st of May! Indulge yourself with exquisite sushi platters, maki or hot sharing plates, nibbles and hot meals.   Call 01704 883 800 to order Click and Collect or delivery is available Wednesday – Sunday 4pm – 9pm (last orders 8pm)⁣⁣ Find the menu on their Facebook   Just Wings   Choose your spice level, sit back and wait for the incomparable buffalo wings or boneless strips to land on your doorstep, courtesy of Just Wings. Wings not your thing? There are chicken burgers and wraps for the non believers and so much more besides. May we recommend the firecracker prawns, calamari […]

Find all the #SouthportIndies open, delivering or trading online during this Covid crisis. If you know of any we have missed or that are no longer operating – please just email us and we will keep this page updated.   Please click the links to individual businesses socials and websites for details and dates on deliveries. Whilst you are there, give them a follow or like and share. They are there for us through this crisis and we need to all be there for them when it is over   #southportindies #standupforsouthport #shoplocal #stayhome   TAKE AWAY OR DELIVERY   Restaurants Delivering The Vincent Hotel – Sushi, hot plates and nibbles Chez Moi Bistro – One of Southport’s best loved French bistros are delivering via Just Eat Deli Volare – Volare’s Italian meals to your door and deli items to order Bistro Bar Med – Mediterranean tapas to your door The Bold Hotel – Afternoon Teas and roast dinners The Firepit – Fresh burgers, loaded fries, cocktails and more Trattoria 51 – Fresh Italian pizza, pasta and more Voodoo Vegan Takeaway – Vegan burgers and more from Megafauna cafe   Fish, Chips, Burgers and Wings   Gyros House – Superb […]

Valentines is just next week so we have come over all romantic and thought we would do a little guide to some of the best spots for that big date night. But wait – these aren’t your typical dimmed bistro with a candle in a bottle, oh no, this is the guide to something a little bit different that will really get the conversation started and make for a great night. Single and happy? Well still read on as these are all great places to head to with friends and family. Think Valentines is cynical and commercial. Very possibly, but what is wrong with an excuse to share the love? Bookmark this blog still and find somewhere great for when you do want to up the date game. Make the romance sizzle The Firepit is tucked away on West Street and is well worth discovering. Have the best cut steaks brought to your table and cook them to your liking on the hot stone slab. It will quite literally create some sizzle between you and your date! When the heat dies down, what better then a cocktail upstairs in their cocktail lounge? Twelve Princes Street is just the right amount […]

Gin became a new found love for us and Susannah at Remedy is almost entirely to blame for it for educating us on what we were missing.   It isn’t just us that caught the gin bug and Remedy have earned a well-deserved place in Southport’s physical and metaphorical heart with their huge range of gins and knowledgeable staff. Owners Sarah & Susannah have made a huge impact in Southport’s night times since opening five years ago. Bringing something unique and new to the town with a concept gin & whisky bar, they have led the ‘gin revolution’ in Southport, with style.   But in this month of food and drink, we thought we would celebrate some of the other great specialist drinking destinations that are taking Southport by storm.   Real Ale Revolution   It’s not all about gin. Real ales have steadily regained popularity over the last decade. Never ones to be behind the trend, Southport has embraced the movement wholeheartedly. The long-established Inn Beer Shop on North Lord Street has built a brilliant reputation for its relaxed atmosphere and huge range of ales. Their success is evident from their decision last year to open a world beer […]

Read our guest blog from Dog Friendly Southport’s Sammi!   Rover, Millie, Wrex, Trixie, Khan, Lady, Jack or Lola … whatever your dog is called I’m sure that he or she is the apple of your eye and high on your list of priorities. Since time immemorial, man and his best friend have been virtually inseparable, so, I ask you a simple question – why should you have to leave your fur baby at home when you fancy pint, meet friends for a bite to eat or even sample the latest on trend Gin Cocktail? Well, in Southport town centre the answer is – you don’t have to!   There has always been a smattering of dog friendly places to eat and drink but over the last three years we’ve seen a dramatic increase as independent owners have realised that canine lovers and their furry friends like to spend time together and, are more than happy to spend serious money when doing so.   If you’re looking to have a full English breakfast with a view, take a trip under Southport’s iconic Pier to enjoy sausage, bacon and all the trimmings at the Marine Lake Café. With a lovely view […]

The votes are in and the best brew in Southport, as voted by you, is……Tapper’s café on Union Street! It is a timely win as this week Tapper’s celebrates 7 glorious years on Southport and they have gone from strength and earned a place in people’s hearts.   Tappers   The ballot papers were counted and the winner came out as this brilliant café, run by sisters Sarah and Catherine. Celebrating seven successful years in Southport, Tapper’s has become a much-loved hidden gem that deserves a place in your heart! They serve a brilliant cup of coffee in a gorgeous setting, with a friendly welcoming team. Aside from the great coffee, what else can you expect? A menu packed with delicious food cooked fresh using local ingredients including their trademark bagels (which are something else) and wonderful, fresh, filling salads. Did we mention the cakes? Oh the cakes. Just take a look at their Facebook photo feed or Instagram and we defy you not to want to head straight round there​​   …and the runners up are: A Great Little Place   A close second in the vote was A Great Little Place. This award-winning café works to make a positive […]

It’s wedding fayre season and we are feeling the love so thought it was time for a guide to getting your perfect wedding all sorted in one day here in Southport (timescale may be a tad unrealistic but let’s go with it for fun…) Where it all begins… Let’s start at the beginning, when the magic moment happens with the all-important proposal. We have covered before now the fact Southport has a historic reputation for fine jewellery – and couples would travel miles to get a unique bespoke piece from Lord Street. There are still so many great places to head to today – too many to name. Hirons of Wesley Street, Shaws Jewellery in Wayfarers can create something bespoke. For antique, try Osiris or Saratoga It’s all about the venue… Now its debatable what’s next – venue or dress? But today we will go venue. There are two amazing independent hotel’s in Southport – with The Vincent offering sleek and contemporary surroundings and The Bold Hotel providing and glamorous and opulent setting. For smaller weddings, there are gorgeous places for an elegant or fun family meal and celebration – from the Firepit to Twelve or Auberge. Back to the […]