Stockport War Memorial Art Gallery will host an exhibition of works of Manchester Academy of Fine Arts members, inspired by the many ways we remember, commemorate and reflect. The Artful Remembrance exhibition will run from Saturday 12th September to Thursday 29th October, and features work that … [Read more...]
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Arc Art Spa returns to Hat Works
Arts and mental health charity, Arc, is hosting an evening of creativity in Stockport's iconic Hat Works with the return of its popular Art Spa. Relax and unwind with an evening of creative treatments while also raising money for the charity's work on 8th October from 6pm. Enjoy a free drink and … [Read more...]
Stockport residents choose their favourite artworks in Open Exhibition
The winning artworks of the 2026 Stockport Open Exhibition People's Choice Awards have been revealed after visitors to the Stockport War Memorial Art Gallery voted for their favourite pieces. This year's exhibition showcased the incredible talent of Stockport's creative community, with over 250 … [Read more...]
Brinnington Pride in Place Board invites residents to help shape £20 million investment
People in Brinnington are being invited to help shape how £20 million of Pride in Place investment is used in their community. The long-term Government funding is a major opportunity for Brinnington, with decisions about the future of the programme guided by the people who know the area best. A … [Read more...]
Stockport County Community Trust launches new creative wellbeing project
Stockport County Community Trust has announced the launch of a new creative wellbeing project to support adults living in the Edgeley and Lancashire Hill neighbourhoods of Stockport. The What County Means to Me programme will use creative approaches to improve health and wellbeing among Stockport … [Read more...]
New documentary follows the reimagining of Manchester Airport’s chandeliers
The project to reimagine Manchester Airport's historic chandeliers that has seen them reinstalled as a new art installation in its new Terminal 2 has been captured in a documentary on the airport's YouTube Channel. Over the last three years the airport has undertaken a project to take one of the … [Read more...]
Stockport in competition with over 400 other places to become UK Town of Culture
Following the launch of the inaugural UK Town of Culture competition last year, more than 398 bids have been submitted, representing over 400 hopeful towns from across the country, including Stockport. The UK Town of Culture competition, together with the UK City of Culture competition, will … [Read more...]
Reimagined chandeliers completed at Manchester Airport Terminal 2
A 482-piece art piece that reimagines the four glass chandeliers previously installed at Manchester Airport's Terminal 1 has now been completed to greet passengers flying from Terminal 2. The installation, named Atmospheric Reflections of the North, references the North’s industrial heritage with … [Read more...]
£10.5 million Greater Manchester Production Fund opens to support film and TV growth
A new £10.5 million fund has launched to attract more film and TV projects and support local production companies and opportunities for homegrown talent in Greater Manchester. The Greater Manchester Production Fund will back ambitious, market-ready feature films and scripted and unscripted TV … [Read more...]
Sponsors sought for upcoming exhibition at Stockport War Memorial Art Gallery
The Manchester Academy of Fine Arts (MAFA) is seeking sponsors from the local business community to support its upcoming exhibition, Artful Remembrance, at the Stockport War Memorial Art Gallery. The exhibition will run from 12th September to 29th October 2026, with works exploring art as a means … [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...]
New Stockroom exhibition celebrates artist behind Merseyway’s iconic screens
A new exhibition celebrating the life and work of Stockport-born sculptor Alan Boyson opens at Stockroom on Thursday 18th June. The Marvel from Marple invites residents to rediscover the work of a local artist whose bold designs helped shape public spaces across Britain, including the striking … [Read more...]
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