5 reasons why you should check out Southport Market this month

The sun is shining so it’s the perfect time to visit Southport.

And even if the hot spell doesn’t last much longer, you can always drop into the impressive Southport Market, which has a massive indoor area as well as plentiful outdoor seating.

It’s easily reached by train, with the station just a few minutes away on foot and even a new 15 minute service on a Sunday between Liverpool and Southport during the summer.

It’s the perfect for a relaxed brunch, tasty lunch or evening meal and drinks.

The food on offer includes pizza, burgers, Mexican, sushi, pasta, sweet treats and more.

And with a raft of events coming up during June, now is the time to give this food, drinks and live music venue a visit.

Here are our top five reasons to go to Southport Market this month.

Cool Cat Covers Club (June 8, 6.30pm – 8pm)

This north-west based trio are guaranteed to deliver toe tapping performances every time. Serving up pop, rock ‘n’ roll, Latin and modern classics that will have you singing and dancing your heart out. Free entry.

Open Mic Night (June 15, 6.30pm – 9pm)

Dave Aston and White Noise Music Studios bring a brilliant open mic night every first and third Thursday of the month. All are welcome to show off their musical talents. Sign-ups from 6pm and free entry.

Summer Artisan Market (June 17, 11am – 4pm)

Join PMM Events and more than 30 local independent makers here for a day of shopping, eating and drinking. The stalls will be selling textiles, jewellery, crafts, candles, homeware, gifts and more. Free entry.

There are still a few stall spaces available, contact info.pmmevents@gmail.com if you are a potential stall holder.

Mama Mia: The Party (June 23& 24, 7pm – 11pm)

The smash-hit musical comes to Southport Market. Nikos and his three waitresses are inviting avid Abba fans to enjoy the Mamma Mia experience. You will be treated to an evening of singing, Greek dancing, laughter and live music. Enjoy Greek street food fresh from Pitamu, Souvlaki, dips, salad, pitta and more.

Tickets £35 each (plus booking fee).

Eight gorgeous food vendors plus pup up stalls, a bar and even a resident butchers

There is food to suit every taste at Southport Market with eight established vendors serving cuisines from around the world. Look out for pop ups in two other stalls and enjoy a drink from the bar. You can also take home some locally sourced meat for the BBQ from the resident butchers.

Hector’s Mexicana carefully sources the highest quality and sustainable local produce to create traditional Mexican dishes with an American twist.

At 600 Degrees Pizza You’ll find amazing Neapolitan classics as well as some adventurous flavours utilising local ingredients such as Smithy mushrooms.

Down and Oot Canadian food has a menu that features Canadian breakfasts, hot sandwiches and premium steaks. Not forgetting traditional poutine the Canadian national dish made up of chips, cheese and gravy with a selection of toppings.

Pitamu serve traditional Greek Street food for Mediterranean food lovers. With Greek- Cypriot roots, the team over at Pitamu bring fresh and zesty flavours to the market where you can enjoy classic dishes like traditional Yeeros and Greek Salad.

Cake Corner brings a selection of baked homemade goods for your moments of indulgence. From blondies & brownies to luxury cookie pies; what more could you want!

Pasta 51 is owned by well-known local restaurateur Attilio Sergi, Pasta 51 is the perfect way to experience authentic and delicious pasta.

Kaizen offers Asian fusion flavours, enjoy crispy hot sushi rolls, fresh Asian salads and flavour-bursting small plates.

Allotment’s roots lie in the countryside, and they are passionate about bringing big and bold flavours to the market. Think burgers, loaded fries, small plates and the best steaks in town.

Blackhurst Butchers is a family run quality butchers who pride themselves on fresh and local British produce. Established in the Southport Market since 1963, it is safe to say these are the longest serving residents.