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New Stockport 10K to bring runners together at Edgeley Park

Stockport County Community Trust is supporting the Stockport 10K, a brand-new closed-road race that will raise vital funds for the Trust's free community health programmes. Organised by RunThrough, in partnership with Vitality, the event will start at 9:00am, Sunday 19 July 2026, on Hardcastle … [Read more...]

Stockport wildlife celebrated in overhead artwork

Some of Stockport’s most precious birds and insects have been featured in a new mural, which has been commissioned by environmental charity, Groundwork Greater Manchester. The underside of the bridge on Great Underbank, outside Merseyway Shopping Centre, has been transformed in to a ‘daytime to … [Read more...]

Stockport County goalkeeper celebrated with special edition gin

Stockport Gin has announced the release of Ben Hinchliffe's Testimonial Gin, a special edition spirit created in partnership with the Stockport County goalkeeper. The gin will celebrate his testimonial year and over a decade of service to the football club. Following a sold-out launch event that … [Read more...]

Cllr Mark Hunter appointed as Mayor of Stockport

Former leader of Stockport Council and Cheadle MP from 2005 to 2015, Cllr Mark Hunter, has been appointed as Mayor of Stockport for 2026/27. Cllr Hunter (pictured alongside wife, Rachel) has lived in Stockport for more than 35 years and was first elected as a Liberal Democrat councillor in the … [Read more...]

Cheshire charity shoot raises £150,000

A charity clay pigeon shoot organised in Cheshire by philanthropist and businessman Ged Mason OBE, has raised £150,000 for two worthy causes. Ollerton Grange Charity Clay Shoot took place on Friday, 5th June 2026, and was attended by generous supporters and many of Ged’s friends. Proceeds … [Read more...]

Live Well in Stockport Fund launches

The Live Well in Stockport fund has launched, and will invest £450,000 into the heart of Stockport communities, to support residents to live healthy, happy lives. Live Well, Greater Manchester’s city-region vision, is about communities leading the way, with public services supporting … [Read more...]

Art Battle MCR comes to Edgeley Park

Edgeley Park will transform into a one-night-only live art arena on Friday 12 June Art Battle MCR is bringing its boldest event yet to Stockport County this summer, transforming the historic stadium into a high-energy creative arena for one unforgettable night. The city’s much-loved live art … [Read more...]

Tax changes bring boost for businesses donating to charities

A long-standing tax levied on businesses donating to charities has now been removed, and accountancy and business advisory firm, Azets, is seeking to remind businesses that they can now give goods to registered charities without paying VAT. The news comes at a time of falling charity donations; … [Read more...]