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Southport College is based in the seaside resort of Southport in the northwest of England, close to the vibrant cities of Liverpool and Preston. As well as the main campus, the College offers learning throughout Sefton, with local learning centres in Formby and Waterloo.

The College’s main site is located in the town centre and easily accessible via train, bus or car.

All visitors are required to report to Reception on arrival. This is located in the Jean Jessop building, below the clock tower.

How to get to Southport College

Public transport: The railway station, providing links to Liverpool and Manchester, is only a five-minute walk away. Most major bus routes from the region stop regularly on Lord Street, which is just a few minutes walk from the College.

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Useful contacts

• National Rail Enquiries: 08457 48 49 50; www.nationalrail.co.uk
• Travel Line: 0870 608 2 608
• Arriva: www.arriva.co.uk/bustimes

Approximate frequency of buses and trains to Southport from:

• Bootle and Crosby
  Trains every 15 minutes Buses every 30 minutes
• Formby
  Trains every 15 minutes
• Wigan and Burscough
  Trains every 30 minutes
• Maghull
  Buses every 30 minutes
• Tarleton
  Buses every hour
• Skelmersdale and Ormskirk
  Buses every 30 minutes

Bike facilities
The College encourages travelling by bicycle and provides facilities to secure your bike.

Park & Ride [click here]