The Stockport Holiday Inn Express has begin lifting opening restrictions to provide accommodation to business critical workers in sectors including construction and other government approved businesses. The hotel, on Station Road, has been closed to the general public during lockdown, however it … [Read more...]
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CDL begin fundraising for local coronavirus appeal
Stockport based software house, CDL, has begun virtual fundraising in aid of a local charity's coronavirus appeal. CDL has launched a virtual 10k challenge, which will see members of its 600-strong workforce travel 10 km either on foot or by bike at home to support Stockport homelessness charity, … [Read more...]
Marple shop owner raises over £4000 for local charity with lockdown haircut
Sarah Laker, owner of shop Stationery Supplies, in Marple, has raised over £4000 for nearby charity, Mellor Country House, by agreeing to have her head shaved. The Marple shop owner had originally aimed to raise £250 for the charity, however Sarah raised her fundraising target to £3,500, enough … [Read more...]
Charity midnight walk reimagined as virtual fundraising event
Stockport charity, St Ann's Hospice, has reimagined its annual Manchester Midnight Walk as a virtual fundraising event in response to the impact of the coronavirus. The bee-themed moonlit walk in aid of St Ann's Hospice's patients was threatened with cancellation due to the ban on public … [Read more...]
Daily bread delivery provides lifeline for Stockport’s most vulnerable
A daily delivery of bread from Stockport-based Allied Bakeries is making a big difference to some of the borough's most vulnerable residents during the coronavirus outbreak. Allied Bakeries has donated over 200 loaves of bread every day for a number of weeks to those affected by food poverty as a … [Read more...]
Gethin Jones to host Strictly Seashell Lockdown Quiz
TV presenter, Gethin Jones, will host a virtual quiz, The Strictly Lockdown Quiz, to raise funds for Stockport-based charity, Seashell Trust. For the second year running, Cheshire based Make Events were due to produce the Strictly Seashell Ball for the Seashell Trust this Saturday. With … [Read more...]
Manchester Airport offers grants to community groups responding to Coronavirus crisis
Grassroots organisations helping communities through the Coronavirus lockdown can apply for grants through a special fund set up by Manchester Airport. The Airport’s Community Trust Fund already supports scores of local groups every year, with grants to improve local communities. In response … [Read more...]
Robinsons pub provides free accommodation to NHS front-line workers
Stockport based Robinsons Brewery is working with Wythenshawe Hospital and the NHS to offer free accommodation at one of its pubs for staff fighting the coronavirus outbreak. The Bulls Head in Hales Barns, which has 21 bedrooms, has opened its rooms to support the South Manchester hospital and … [Read more...]
St Ann’s Hospice host Virtual Ladies in Business lunch
Heald Green based charity, St Ann's Hospice are hosting a virtual ladies lunch for women in business to raise funds for the organisation. The virtual event will be held on Friday 1st May from 11.45am to 1pm, with virtual networking opportunities, a session from TedX speaker and public speaking … [Read more...]
Cheadle business supports volunteer effort to make NHS PPE
Cheadle business, APS Group is supporting a volunteer campaign to produce protective clothing for the NHS, by supplying the printed patterns needed to sew scrubs. The marketing services business is working with For the Love of Scrubs – a campaign set up by A&E nurse Ashleigh Linsdell – … [Read more...]
Stockport College fundraising for food banks
Staff and students at Stockport College have come together to support their local community by fundraising for local food banks. Stockport College has joined a national 'FE Food Bank' campaign, with Further Education institutions nationwide raising money for community food banks. Many … [Read more...]
Lock-down Challenge launched by Supportability
Stockport charity, Supportability, have launched their Lock-down Challenge, encouraging local people to get creative and bring traditionally outdoor fundraising activities inside the home. Like many charities, Supportability has been hit hard by the coronavirus. Their planned fundraising … [Read more...]
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