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Wednesday 11 March 2026
11:30 - 12:15

Story & Rhyme Time

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Wednesday 11 March 2026
13:30 - 14:30

Sir Henry Segrave:
Speed Knight

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Wednesday 11 March 2026
19:30 - 21:10

1984
by George Orwell

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Monday 16 March 2026
13:00 - 16:00

Tea Dance

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Tuesday 17 March 2026
10:00 - 12:00

The Atkinson Wellbeing Choir

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Tuesday 17 March 2026
10:45 -

The Art of Pandemics

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Community

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Wednesday 18 March 2026
11:30 - 12:15

Story & Rhyme Time

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On Stage

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Wednesday 18 March 2026
19:30 - 21:20

Garth Marenghi:
This Bursted Earth Book Tour

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Saturday 07 March 2026 -
Saturday 21 March 2026

Southport
Photographic
Society

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Monday - Saturday
10:00 – 16:00

Between Land & Sea

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Monday - Saturday
10:00 – 16:00

Discover Ancient Egypt

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HIGHLIGHTS

1984 by George Orwell

Box Tale Soup present a stunning new adaptation of the dystopian classic

10 & 11 March

Robin Hood: Easter Pantomime

A brand new laugh-out-loud, egg-stravagant Easter adventure for the whole family!

Sat 18 Apr, 1pm & 5pm

Latest News

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9 March 2026

Join our team:
Operations Assistant

We’re looking for a proactive and hands‑on individual to support the smooth, day‑to‑day running of our vibrant venue.

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5 March 2026

World Book Day 2026!

From a page to the stage, check out these must‑see shows inspired by beloved reads

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23 February 2026

Galleries Temporarily Closed for Exciting Changeover

Our galleries are temporarily closed as we begin preparations for The Sefton Open 2026, one of the biggest annual celebrations of local creativity

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18 February 2026

Powerful new ‘Where I Should Be’ exhibition by Ukrainian photographer Nina Karetska

A moving new photography and art exhibition at The Atkinson in Southport shines a light on the heartbroken yet resilient Ukrainian families who have moved to the UK while war wages in Ukraine.

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12 February 2026

Lightport: Reflecting on The Atkinson’s Light‑Inspired Exhibitions

As Southport prepares to glow with the arrival of Lightport, we invite you to take a trip down memory lane to the light‑inspired exhibitions The Atkinson has showcased over the years.

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21 January 2026

The Atkinson Awarded Museum Accreditation

The Atkinson is delighted to have received Accreditation status, administered by Arts Council England on behalf of the UK Accreditation scheme.

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19 January 2026

Chase the Rainbow: Southport Lights Up February Half Term

Southport is set to glow this February half term as Lightport, a brand-new free immersive light art experience, takes over the town’s iconic Lord Street.

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16 January 2026

Blue Monday: How Comedy Can Beat the Blues

Discover why Blue Monday is called the most depressing day of the year and how laughter can turn it around.

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16 December 2025

Christmas Gift Guide

A festive Gift Guide inspired by the unforgettable characters of our Christmas pantomime, Beauty and the Beast, with thoughtful gift ideas and experiences available right here at The Atkinson.

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10 December 2025

Iconic Crosby Beach Images Land at The Atkinson

Stunning photographs of Crosby beach’s Iron Men, taken over two decades by Crosby photographer Ron Davies, goes on display on Saturday.

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28 November 2025

Beauty and the Beast: Final Cast Announcement

The Atkinson in Southport is inviting audiences to “be their guest” this Christmas as it unveils the full cast for its 2025 pantomime, Beauty and the Beast.

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15 November 2025

12 Days of Christmas Trail

Explore the town centre this Christmas and discover twelve handmade crochet displays, made by local group Southport Hookers

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10 November 2025

Captioning Awareness Week 2025

We're proud to support this year's Captioning Awareness Week, led by Stagetext, a deaf-led charity bringing text-based deaf access to arts and culture through captions and subtitles. 

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27 October 2025

Winners Announced!

Inspirations: Poetry & Creative Writing Competition

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24 October 2025

A crochet Spitfire has landed outside The Atkinson!

The tribute is dedicated to the Polish Airmen who flew from RAF Woodvale during World War II and marks 80 years since the end the war.

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18 October 2025

Harry Fletcher: A Review of the 150th Anniversary Exhibition

Portrait painter and art lecturer, Harry Fletcher, shares his experience of the 150th Anniversary Exhibition.

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18 October 2025

New Exhibition -
Linny Venables: Sweet Factory

A major new exhibition celebrating the rich, shared histories of sweet making, working-class food traditions, and seaside culture.

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17 October 2025

October Half Term

Looking for a day out that’s packed with creativity, imagination, and fun for all ages this Half Term? The Atkinson is the place to be!

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15 October 2025

Exhibition Postponed

Etching Between The Lines: Lucian Freud and the Art of Studio Prints

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6 October 2025

Annabel Croft:
I was lucky enough to see my childhood dreams come true

Annabel Croft lifts the lid on new touring show ‘Annabel Croft: From Tennis Balls to Glitter Balls’.

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