News
& Press
24 March 2026
Blackeyed Theatre’s New Sherlock Holmes Thriller
Blackeyed Theatre are bringing major UK tour of Sherlock Holmes: The Hunt for Moriarty to The Atkinson
19 March 2026
Spectacular open-air ballroom Cristal Palace comes to Southport
Town Hall Gardens to be transformed into a glittering open-air ballroom for the spectacular Cristal Palace
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.
5 March 2026
World Book Day 2026!
From a page to the stage, check out these must‑see shows inspired by beloved reads
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.