Events, Courses & Talks

Events

This page includes events to be organised by the Learning Town project. We will also promote events organised by Full Members of Southport A Learning Town. 

Southport A Learning Town is not responsible for the accuracy of this information; please check the website of the organisation that is running the event for full details and costs. Please note that you might need to be a member of the organisation in order to attend the event.
DATE
HOST ORGANISATION & TITLE
MORE INFORMATION
AUGUST 2026
20th August 1330-1500
Southport History Walk - Churchtown. BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL
Led by David Walsh
info@brighterliving.org.uk
SEPTEMBER 2026
15th September
10.30
The Arts Society Southport
Much more than soup cans; the Life and Works of Andy Warhol
18th September
14.30
Southport University Extension Society
Killing Queen Victoria
26th September
1000-1600
Southport A Learning Town
Learning Fayre at Southport College
17, 24 September
1,8,15,22 October
1000-1200
Sefton Carers
Develop your photographic skills
OCTOBER 2026
3rd October 1400
Octave Choir
Free concert in Wayfarers arcade, Southport


16th October 1430
Southport University Extension Society
From 'Uncultivated Waste' to Seaside Suburb: Thomas Weld Blundell and the 19th Century History of Birkdale

20th October 1030
The Arts Society Southport
Ruskin and the Pre-Raphaelites

NOVEMBER 2026
7th November 1430
Octave Choir
Remembrance concert, Sacred Heart Church, Ainsdale
7th November 1930
Formby Choral
The Armed Man and Durufle requiem, Formby High School
17th November 1030
The Arts Society Southport
Th Arts and Crafts of Kashmir
20th November 1430
Southport University Extension Society
Anne Geddes Gilchrist: A Southport Historian and Collector of Folk Songs
28-29th November 1000-1630
Sefton Art Group
Art Exhibition and Sale at Lydiate Village Hall
DECEMBER 2026
15th December 1030

The Arts Society Southport
Dickens and Christmas
JANUARY 2027
15th January
2.30pm
Southport University Extension Society
George Herbert: Public Orator, Priest and Poet
Southport College - 2026
Customer Service and Inspiring Leaders Programme – request for expression of interest Customer Service and Inspiring Leaders Programme – request for expression of interest
This short programme is designed for people working or volunteering in any aspect of the Visitor Economy or related sectors who want to enhance their customer service and leadership skills. 

It’s delivered at our town centre Southport College campus on a Wednesday morning, 9.30-12.30pm for 4 weeks and is completely free of charge. You will cover key themes such as customer service excellence, communication and influencing, conflict resolution, leadership skills and team motivation.

 It’s an interesting and inspiring course, packed with practical strategies and useful tips and we would be delighted if you or your colleagues were able to join us.
Sefton Family Hubs - 2026
Little Explorers (0-4 years)– Every Monday 1pm-2.30pm – Talbot Street Family Hub, PR8 1HR
Drop in to our fun, stimulating and interactive play, learning and development session. This is based on the Parents as First Teachers Model; supporting families to build attachments, strengthening parent – child interaction within the early home learning environment and supporting school readiness.
Community fund
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