About The City Brief Southport
Your Personal Newsletter For All Local Events in Southport
The City Brief in Southport is your weekly update on what’s happening across town , from community meetups to seasonal highlights. We focus on events that shape daily life, so you don’t have to sift through scattered sources.
In Royal Birkdale and Churchtown, groups run regular markets, family activities, and local gatherings throughout the year. These aren't isolated moments; they’re part of how Southport stays connected , spring’s garden shows at The Botanic Gardens in Churchtown lead into summer fireworks near The Pier.
We report on events that return each season: the British Musical Fireworks Championship happens every year; the Southport 24 Hour Race brings endurance sports to light; and Orange Order Parades continue civic traditions annually.
Landmarks like The Pier and Royal Birkdale Golf Club are more than places , they’re hubs for seasonal activities. Whether it’s a walk along Marine Drive or attending the annual Southport Food and Drink Festival, our updates help you find shared moments that matter.
We don’t list specific venues by street name. Instead, we tell you what’s happening and when, so you can decide if it fits your week.
What we Cover
Each week The City Brief highlights events happening across Southport – live music, theatre, food, family activities, markets and more.
Have a look at what's happening this week and this coming weekend.
About The City Brief
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About the editor
The City Brief Southport is edited by Dean Withey, founder of The City Brief. A former RAF pilot turned founder and investor, Dean has built and sold two technology companies, including ubisend, a conversational AI platform used by the NHS and BAE Systems, and has shipped more than thirty enterprise AI systems over twenty years in tech. He is based in Norwich, England.
Why this site exists, in Dean's words: "In an AI-powered world, you can no longer trust what you see and hear online. The future is local: trusting only what you can see for yourself. The City Brief is the trusted brief for what's happening in your city."
Listings are gathered from venue websites, official box offices and event platforms, then checked and curated before publishing. AI tools assist with drafting; every published page follows our editorial policy.
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