Sports
Free and Active May Half Term!
Posted by Active Sefton on May 15, 2008 9:49 AM
May Half Term Free & Active
This half term we have so much more going on that previous half terms!
Activities such as;
Swimming
Footbal camps and tournament
Climbing Wall and Performance Trailer
Bikeability
and much more!
Download the half term flyer from Active Sefton for further details!
Sports Awards Nominations
Posted by Active Sefton on April 28, 2008 2:41 PM
As the Sefton Sports Awards nominations are coming in thick and fast now is the time to return your forms!
You can collect a form from your local leisure centre, library or sports club, or alternatively you can download a form from the Active Sefton website.
Hurry as nominations close Tuesday 20th May 2008.
Good luck to everyone who enters!
Active Sefton Ambassador’s
Posted by Active Sefton on April 8, 2008 10:41 AM
Active Sefton have recently introduced a new addition to the Active Sefton Referral Programme known as ‘The Active Sefton Ambassador Scheme’, a volunteer programme which involves clients who have successfully completed and experienced the Referral Programme providing extra support to those currently on or about to begin the journey.
With all centres now participating including Dunes Leisure Centre, Litherland Sports Park, Netherton Activity Centre and Bootle Leisure Centre, we anticipate that this new initiative will provide Active Sefton patients with the additional social support, motivation and encouragement to enable them to reach their full potential and succeed on the programme. With Ambassadors being shining examples of what patients can achieve, it is thought that by sharing their experiences and demonstrating the benefits of physical activity, patients are more likely to feel that they have somebody who they can relate to, and as a result will want to commit to reap the same rewards. Also, as the Ambassadors are volunteering in their local centre during our Active Sefton sessions, it gives a real sense of community cohesion, with local residents getting involved to help improve the health and well being of their community.
Gina Lewis, Support Officer for the Active Sefton Referral Team said: ‘There has been a real difference to the Active Sefton sessions since the introduction of the Ambassadors. As they have experienced ill-health in the past and are showing vast improvements due to the benefits of physical activity, they are a real inspiration to those patients just beginning on the programme’
As the demand for the Referral Programme and the popularity of the group activity sessions continue to grow, we will be encouraging more volunteers to come forward to join us in the development of a healthier community.
If you require any more information regarding the Active Sefton Referral Programme or the Active Ambassador Scheme, please contact the Active Sefton Team on 0151 934 2352.
Early Birds
Posted by Active Sefton on April 8, 2008 10:39 AM
Early risers who use the gym at Litherland Sports Park are in for a treat from the end of March as the facility will open its doors on Mondays and Fridays at 7am.
The fantastic state of the art facility has become tremendously popular over the last year with hundreds of members signing up and from Monday 31st March there will be no need to wait until after work for your workout as Litherland will commence the ‘Early Bird’ sessions.
Senior Operations Manager, Mike Woodruff stated, "More and more people are keen to have a workout early in the morning, setting them up for the day and we at Litherland are always looking to meet customers demands"
Thanks to a vote amongst the users of the gym at Litherland, the most popular days of Monday and Friday have been chosen. And this may only be the beginning as Lynn Atkinson, Fitness Manager at Litherland explains, "We are confident that our Early Bird sessions will prove very popular and if this proves the case, we will look to add more sessions in the future"
For more information on the Active Sefton Fitness Suite contact Litherland Sports Park on 0151 288 6288.
Sefton Sports Awards 2008
Posted by Active Sefton on April 8, 2008 10:26 AM
The Sefton Sports Awards are in their 7th year and will be held at Southport Floral Hall on Wednesday 11th June.
The awards are designed to give sports clubs, schools, organisations and individuals the opportunity to be rewarded for their efforts and achievements in sport.
Nominations have to be completed and returned by the 16th May and you can collect a nomination form from your local leisure centre, library or youth centre.
Use the download below to view the nomination criteria for each award.
*Please note that individuals can not nominate themselves they must be nominated.
Ticket Sales will commence from 1st April and cost £15 for adults and £12 for juniors (up to age 15). To purchase tickets please contact Terri Moore on 0151 934 2945 or email: Terri.Moore@leisure.sefton.gov.uk
Price Freeze!
Posted by Active Sefton on April 8, 2008 10:02 AM
Take out an 'Active Sefton' Fitness Suite Membership before the 31st of May to beat the price increase and your rate will be frozen for as long as you remain a member!
This offer is available at the following centres;
Dunes Leisure Centre
Bootle Leisure Centre
Litherland Sports Park
Netherton Activity Centre
For any further information on this offer please ask at the leisure centre reception or contact a member of the Sport and Recreation Team on 0151 934 2297.
Alternatively you can log on to the Active Sefton website for further details.
5 miles to Fabulous!
Posted by Active Sefton on April 8, 2008 9:59 AM
Litherland Sports Park is hosting the 5miles to Fabulous event on the 7th June.
All women are invited along to take part and it's completely FREE!
There is also a FREE prize draw, to entre all you have to do is register your details on www.fivemilestofabulous.com
For more information log on to the Active Sefton website.
Win a family pass to Dunes Splash World!
Posted by Active Sefton on February 21, 2008 9:04 AM
Active Sefton has launched a brand new website and by logging on and registering your details you will be entered into a FREE prize draw to win a family pass for Dunes Splash World. We will be giving away a family pass at the end of each month until April 2008, so visit
www.active-sefton.co.uk for your chance to win!
The website gives information on;
All Active Sefton programmes
All Active Sefton Leisure Centres
Up and coming events
News from the Active Sefton Sport and Recreation Team
Health tips and advice
and much more!
Free & Active Evenings and Weekends.
Posted by Active Sefton on February 21, 2008 8:46 AM
Free & Active has now been expanded to include evenings and weekends. Sessions are available at all of the following centres FREE of charge;
Litherland Sports Park - 0151 288 6288
Netherton Activity Centre 0151 525 5106
Bootle Leisure Centre - 0151 330 3301
There are many different activity sessions for children aged 8 - 18years to take part in including;
Multi Sports
Girls only sessions - they choose the activities
Dance sessions
Circuit Sessions
Arts sessions
Swimming
Fitness Suite sessions (must be over 11 years)
For further infomation contact the centres direct or visit www.active-sefton.co.uk to view the flyers for further detials on where and when activities are taking place.
West Lancashire Cricket Society
Posted by Administrator on January 28, 2008 9:11 AM
West Lancashire Cricket Society
Contact Anne Jeffrey
Website www.wlcs.org.uk
Email robanj@btinternet.com
Telephone 01704 513580
Address
39 Darwin Court
Cambridge Road
Southport
PR9 9XR
About us
The society meets at Southport and Birkdale Sports Club on Trafalgar Road the third Thursday of each month at 8.00pm during the winter. Commencing in October we go through until the Annual Dinner in April. Our speakers are usually well know people involved in cricket, players, ex-players,umpires, writers, commentators and groundsmen.
In 2007/8 we have had some super entertainment from such people as Tony Cottey (Glamorgan and Sussex CCC) Henry Olonga(Zimbabwe) and Mark Chilton(Lancashire CCC).
If you are a lover of cricket just pop along any time between October and March. If you wish to join us for our annual dinner in 2008, please telephone or come along to our meeting on the 20th of February, you will be most welcome.
Clubs Urged To Move It!
Posted by Active Sefton on October 25, 2007 8:53 AM
Clubs Urged To Move It
Young people and sports clubs across South Sefton are being urged to 'Move It' and take advantage of an informative new website.
Sefton Council Leisure Services, in partnership with Sefton's Technical Services and Sefton Primary Care Trust (PCT), are encouraging people to use the website www.moveitsefton.co.uk which is aimed at raising awareness of the benefits of physical activity and opportunities available for youngsters aged 15-plus.
In addition, sports clubs are being encouraged to get involved to help increase participation levels, boost membership and market their club to people in the area through the website.
Paul Wilkinson, Sefton Sports Council Club Development Officer, said: "This is a fantastic opportunity for all clubs across the borough to get involved.
"We are looking for all clubs who would like to increase their memberships, participation levels and general interest in their club, to be added as a club available to the 15-plus age group."
To get involved or for more information contact Terri Moore in Sefton Leisure Services on 0151-934 2945 or email Terri.Moore@leisure.sefton.gov.uk
Crosby Snooker League
Posted by Administrator on September 20, 2007 10:54 AM
Crosby Snooker League
Contact Dave Foxcroft
Email Dave Foxcroft
Telephone 07849555934
Address 26 Sandon Street, Waterloo, L22 5NW
About us
We promote snooker in the Crosby and District areas of Sefton.
Ages 17 +
All contacts please via secretary Dave Foxcroft
THE Sprints and Jumps Training Squad
Posted by Administrator on July 17, 2007 9:19 AM
THE Sprints and Jumps Training Squad
Contact Graham Pilkington
Website http://the-squad.mysite.orange.co.uk/
Email thesquad@orange.net
Telephone 07917 889403
Fax 01772 694715
Address Graham Pilkington, 7 Marshside Road, Churchtown, Southport, PR9 9TL
About us
THE Squad is a dedicated and independent Sprints, Jumps and Hurdles Athletics Squad based at Litherland Sports Park, Boundary Lane, Litherland, Sefton.
Coaching is provided by a range of qualified and experienced coaches who coach at an International, National and Regional level.
There are a range of athletes within THE Squad from those ranked nationally to those who just enjoy their training, so there will be a group within THE Squad for you.
Events for Ainsdale!
Posted by Active Sefton on May 30, 2007 3:35 PM
Are you looking for something to do with the kids, and you want to keep it local and not too expensive?
Well better still keep it local and free!
Here’s a list of some of the up and coming events in Ainsdale over the summer months. For more information pick up a summer brochure from any leisure centre, library, or youth centre from around the borough.
Down at the National Nature Reserve in Ainsdale the team will be putting on two exciting activities.
Wild Flower Walks will be held on 30/06/07, 01/07/07 and 29/07/07
and the Mini beast hunt will be held on the 16/06/07
Also in the Ainsdale area, Ainsdale Library is holding the Big Wild Craft sessions! Come along and join in our craft sessions, inspired by the Big Wild Read, Summer Reading Challenge.
Active Sefton
Posted by liam on May 10, 2007 1:41 PM
Contact: Vicki Rutland
Website: http://sefton.gov.uk/Default.aspx?page=1824
Email: Vicki.Rutland@leisure.sefton.gov.uk
Telephone: 0151 934 2368
Address: Sport and Recreation Department, Leisure Services, Magdalen House, 30 Trinity Road, Bootle, L20 3NJ
Trust in Yellow - Who are we?
Posted by Trust in Yellow on April 23, 2007 2:17 AM

Trust in Yellow was formed on the 26th April 2006 by a group of supporters’ of Southport Football Club disgruntled by a lack of supporter involvement and a growing rift between the board of directors and its’ supporters. During the six months which preceded the group had spent time carefully constructing working relationships with the supporters, board of directors, playing staff and media. Whilst wholly independent Trust in Yellow works closely with Southport Football Club to achieve their individual and respective objectives.
Trust in Yellow is a member of supporters direct a body funded by Sport England. There are over 140 supporters’ trusts under the supporters’ direct jurisdiction. The trust is an industrial and provident society, and is regulated by its’ own written constitution.
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Trust in Yellow
Posted by Trust in Yellow on April 18, 2007 3:07 PM

Contact: Jonathan O'Byrne - Chairman
Email: chairman@trustinyellow.com
Website: http://www.trustinyellow.com
About Us: Supporting Southport Football Club can be a rollercoaster ride of emotions. Chairman of the Southport Supporters Trust - Trust in Yellow, Jonathan O'Byrne tells us the ups and downs and all the latest goings on at Haig Avenue.
Sefton Sports Council
Posted by Sefton Sports Council on April 16, 2007 2:50 PM
Contact: Paul Wilkinson - Development Officer (Sport & Physical Activity)
Website: http://sefton.gov.uk/Default.aspx?page=1824
Email: paul.wilkinson@leisure.sefton.gov.uk
Telephone: 0151 934 2358
Fax: 0151 934 2359
Address: Sport & Recreation Section, Leisure Services, Magdalen House, 30 Trinity Road, Bootle L20 3NJ
Southport Waterloo AC
Posted by liam on April 16, 2007 12:21 PM
Contact: Ron Scott (Club Secretary)
Website: http://www.southportwaterlooac.co.uk/
Telephone: 01704 566995
Email: RonCoScott@aol.com
About Us: We are a small and friendly club committed to making athletics fun whilst helping athletes to reach their full potential.
We have training and competition for all ages, male and female, in track & field, cross country, road relays, sports hall athletics and road running.
We also organise two local road races, the Waterloo 15K and the Southport Good Friday Races, both of which are accompanied by a fun run.
If you live in or around the Sefton or Knowsley areas of Merseyside why not join us?
North Meols Lawn Tennis Club
Posted by North Meols Lawn Tennis Club on April 5, 2007 12:21 PM
Contact: Russell Hick
Website: http://www.north-meols-ltc.co.uk/
Email: russell.hick@tiscali.co.uk
Telephone: 01704 227149
Address: Mill Lane Crescent, Churchtown, Southport. PR9 7PF
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Hesketh Golf Club
Posted by liam on April 4, 2007 3:53 PM

Website: http://www.heskethgolfclub.co.uk/
Email: Secretary@HeskethGolfClub.co.uk
Telephone: 01704 501209
Address: Cockle Dick’s Lane, Southport, PR9 9QQ
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