NEW Comedy Bingo Spring Socials are launching at Southport Market as a way for people to have fun and form new friendships.

The events have been created by Southport Festival and Big Comedy UK Director Brendan Riley as a way of bringing people together and tackling isolation during these cold months.

The Spring Socials will begin on Wednesday, 1 March 2023, with the initial 3 being made possible thanks to support from local businesses and organisations. If anyone else is keen to sponsor a similar event, they are invited to get in touch.

The dates are being finalized for the 2nd and 3rd dates.

The 1st 2 events have been made possible thanks to funding from Crystal Clear Opticians and the Community Link Foundation charity. 

The 3rd Spring Social has been sponsored by Halliwell Jones MINI Big Love.

People can book their place via:- Skiddle.Com or the Big Comedy website:- BigComedyUK.com.

Tickets can also be purchased at the door are subject to availability or people, or groups, can call Brendan Riley on:- 07770591625. Tickets online are £3 plus £1 booking fee and include a tea, coffee, glass of wine or beer.

Brendan Riley said:- “Things are looking tough this year for our retired and aging community, and indeed for everyone. This event is open to anyone, it could be young mums, blokes living on their own, people who have been widowed, or those who are new to Southport. We want to include as many people as possible. These events are all about companionship and community, with everyone gathering together and enjoying some real fun in a nice, friendly, warm environment.  The news media is constantly bombarding us with reports of rising heating and living costs impacting on people's physical and mental health. They tell us that increased isolation, particularly amongst older people, is only adding to a general feeling that things are rapidly going downhill. What about some good news for a change? Age Concern Liverpool and Sefton and Sefton Advocacy have offered their support and we are looking for businesses and organizations to help to fund more of these events, basically the more funding we can raise the more events we can run. We are always looking for raffle prizes for our Spring Socials, if anyone can help then please get in touch.”

Have you never been to a Comedy Bingo event before? Then you’re in for a real treat.

It’s a fun and interactive show hosted by professional comedian Brendan Riley. Comedy Bingo has raised thousands of pounds for:- charities, sports clubs, Schools, Scout groups, and many more good causes over the last 8 years. The show appeals to audiences of all ages.

Brendan said:- “Everyone knows how to play bingo and in this version, you’re allowed to laugh out loud! The admission cost is a nominal £3 which will include free tea, coffee, beer, or wine. Tickets will be available via the Skiddle website. People can turn up on the day if there is still space available, but we invite people to book in advance to guarantee their place. People can also phone me to book their places if they would prefer to do that. The food stalls at Southport Market will be open for anyone who fancies getting anything to eat, with lots of choices available. We are delighted to be hosting the first of these events at Southport Market, which is warm and centrally located with excellent bus and train links.” 

For more details, please email Brendan Riley at:- BigComedyUK@GMail.com or call:- 07770591625.