Pat Regan

Around the Marine Lake in March

Crowds around the Marine Lake this weekend enjoyed the unseasonably temperate sunshine. The warm temperatures this March in the UK have been welcome and reportedly higher than some foreign holiday resorts. Nevertheless,
29th March 2022

Storm Franklin hits Southport

In the turbulent aftermath of storms Dudley and Eunice, this afternoon saw Storm Franklin roll into Southport. A tree was washed up under the pier, with the force of the strengthening storm.
20th February 2022

Windsurfing on Ainsdale’s Choppy Waters

An enthusiastic windsurfer takes on raging waters at Ainsdale, this week. Going out to chase the stormy Irish Sea waves. Finding the heavy swells. Back safely on terra firma. Additional images: https://www.picfair.com/users/PatReganphotography
18th February 2022

Alleged Dog Attack – Ainsdale Beach

Subsequent to yesterday’s Ainsdale Beach incident, social media has been alive with claims about a dog attack. Ambulance and Green Sefton Services called to Ainsdale Beach following incident One OTS News Facebook
17th February 2022

After the Storms in Ainsdale woodlands

Recent storms took a heavy toll on many trees in Ainsdale Nature Reserve’s woodlands. Mature pines appear to have suffered the most. Storms Arwen and later Barra did significant damage in the
21st December 2021

In Pictures – Southport Christmas Parade – 2021

Southport Charity Christmas Parade, The biggest vehicle light parade in the North West, donating toys to children’s organisations. https://www.facebook.com/SouthportChristmasParade Previously: In Pictures: Southport Charity Xmas Parade 2019
5th December 2021

Ainsdale Green Bin Collection Woes

Ainsdale’s LibDem councillor Lynne Thompson has written to Sefton Council about green bin complaints. Her memo (as below) is being widely shared on social media. Ainsdale Green Bin Complaints – Communication Sent
2nd December 2021

Road traffic accident – Lord Street

An accident occurred this afternoon on the roundabout of Lord Street and Duke Street. Vehicles involved appear to be a Nissan and a Land Rover Discovery.  
18th November 2021

Southport Classic and Speed Event – 10 October 2021

Southport’s Victoria Park, home of our famous Flower Show, today celebrated over a century of motoring history. Featuring Southport’s record-breaking motor sport legacy, the classics came out in style. The showpiece was
10th October 2021

In Pictures: UK Hotcars Southport Meeting

Despite the showery weather, the UK Hotcars group gathered yesterday (3 Oct.) by the Marine Lake café. Photos credit: Jason Regan. UK Hotcars https://www.facebook.com/ukhotcars Dave Elsby – Mobile Motoring Services https://www.otsnews.co.uk/dave-elsby-mobile-motoring-services/  
4th October 2021

Toad Hall Repainted – Mixed Public Feelings

Toad Hall Today – Essential Contemporary Art or Vandalism of Local Heritage? Sefton Council commissioned talented street artist Paul Curtis to create his large mural on Ainsdale’s iconic Toad Hall. The colourful
28th August 2021

In Pictures: UK Hot Cars meeting today

UK Hot Cars team met today by the Marine Lake Southport. The static event was well-marshalled and successfully organised, with a good turnout. Photos by Jason Regan. The Dip Monkey Garage https://www.facebook.com/TheDipMonkeyGarage
1st August 2021

Hot weather brings crowds to Ainsdale Beach

Another weekend of lovely warm weather ensured that Ainsdale Beach saw good numbers of people. The Snack bar and ice cream sellers apparently did well. Far away on the tideline – the
14th June 2021

In Pictures: Ainsdale Beach Crowded Today

Today’s hot weather ensured that crowds flocked onto Ainsdale beach, to soak up the sunshine. Shore Road saw some heavy traffic congestion heading towards the beach, throughout the day.
30th May 2021

Deer Alert – RAF Woodvale area

A sad sight to see this week as a lovely deer was found dead at the side of the Formby Bypass, opposite RAF Woodvale. The British Dear Society note that May is
20th May 2021

April sunshine bringing the crowds out

The Good Friday sunshine brought a significant amount of people into the town today. Bikers arrived in good numbers at the pier entrance. Long queues waited patiently for fish and chips. The
2nd April 2021

Fine weather brings crowds out

The recent sunnier weather has seen increases in people enjoying the fresh air, around the sea front and pier areas. The beach is always popular at high tide. And some pushing their
28th February 2021

Angling Ban lifted

The Government has finally listened to good reason and removed the controversial prohibition on UK angling. Latest update below from the Angling Trust… Covid-19 Statement from the Angling Trust: Update January 7th
7th January 2021

Don’t forget the birds this winter

With the arrival of lower temperatures, along with the potential for snow and heavy winds, the birds can have difficulty finding food. In the harsh winter months, extra sustenance that people can
26th December 2020

Santa Arrives in Ainsdale

Southport Hesketh Round Table made sure that Santa’s sleigh travelled through the streets this evening, much to the delight of local children. The festive sleigh departed a little bit late, just after
2nd December 2020
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