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Expert Opinion: What Is Hospitality Experience?

Chris Lowe from customer service specialists, Insight6, explains the importance of your guests' experience in the hospitality sector. In a competitive, choice-filled market, what is hospitality experience, and why does it matter so much? Whether you’re running a luxury Hotel, an … [Read more...]

Stockport launches biggest ever summer events programme

With the school holidays fast approaching, Stockport is gearing up for one of its biggest ever summer programmes – packed with events, activities and creative days out for families across the borough. From beach days and museum adventures to creative workshops and outdoor play, the summer-long … [Read more...]

New mural installed leading up to town centre padel court

A bold and colourful mural now brightens the steps leading up to Stockport town centre's new outdoor Padel court at Life Leisure Grand Central. Designed and painted by Russel Meehan from Qubek Manchester, the mural is a fun and vibrant way to show off the rapidly growing sport, while giving a … [Read more...]

First baby officially registered at Stockroom

Stockport’s new cultural and community venue, Stockroom, has marked a significant milestone by registering its first baby birth, as the newly launched birth registration service opens. Parents Jen and Dan Nixon from Cheadle registered the birth of their baby, three-week-old Brianna, becoming the … [Read more...]

SmileyWorld Art Trail to make North West debut in Stockport

From 4th July to 15th September 2025, Stockport will transform into a playful outdoor gallery as the SmileyWorld Art Trail takes over the town centre. The trail, created by global arts producer, Wild in Art, will make its North West debut in Stockport, after previous appearances in Battersea and … [Read more...]

Creative industries set for £380 million boost

The UK's creative industries, from grassroots venues to film studios, are set to benefit from a £380 million government investment package. Investment forms part of the government's Creative Industries Sector Plan, which sets out the approach to developing the sector in a way that drives regional … [Read more...]

Arc creative market returns to the Hat Works

Arts and mental health charity, Arc, has announced the return of its popular 'Handmade at Hat Works' creative market on 19th July at Stockport town centre's iconic Hat Works building. This event is part of a series of birthday fundraising events run by the charity Arc, which is celebrating 30 … [Read more...]

Muse secures planning approval for Wythenshawe Culture Hub

Placemaker, Muse, has secured planning approval for its plans, working alongside Manchester City Council, for a new Culture Hub as part of the £500 million Wythenshawe regeneration programme. The regeneration specialist, which is also Stockport Council's partner on the development of the town … [Read more...]

Stockroom opening brings record numbers to the town centre

With more than 15,000 people visiting Stockport's new community and cultural hub, Stockroom, for its opening weekend, the town centre saw its busiest week of 2025. Stockroom opened in the Merseyway Shopping Centre on 24th May, and over the course of the Bank Holiday weekend, hosted 40 events and … [Read more...]