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BRIT Awards to move to Manchester for first time

For the first time in its history, The BRIT Awards with Mastercard will leave the capital and be hosted in Manchester, in recognition of the city-region's history in producing British music. The celebration of British music will be held at Manchester's Co-op Live in 2026 and 2027, which opened … [Read more...]

Stockport’s filming boom continues

Stockport' streets are back on primetime TV with a starring role as the filming location for BBC comedy The Power of Parker. The borough’s starring role in this and dozens of other TV dramas is bringing national attention as Stockport continues to attract filmmakers. Stockport’s transformation … [Read more...]

16th Century Stockport pub gains Grade II Listed status

An historic pub in Stockport's Market Place has been been added to the National Heritage List for England at Grade II by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS). The Angel Inn was built in the 16th Century, however several times within the building's wooden frame date from the 15th … [Read more...]

New images offer first glimpse inside Stockroom

Stockport Council has released new images that offer a first look inside Stockroom ahead of the town centre's new cultural space opening on Saturday 24th May. The former Merseyway retail units have been dramatically transformed into a modern hub for creativity, connection and community that will … [Read more...]

Mr. Scruff to perform as part of Stockroom opening events

With Stockport's newest cultural landmark, Stockroom, set to open on May 24th, a show-stopping DJ set from legendary Manchester DJ Mr Scruff, performing alongside MC Kwasi, presented in collaboration with Nam Soundsystem, will close out opening day celebrations. Stockport-raised and Manchester … [Read more...]

Café operator appointed to Stockroom

South Manchester coffee shop, Mercado, has been appointed as the operator of the café that will open in Stockroom, Stockport’s new cultural landmark that opens on 24th May. Part of Stockport’s £1 billion town centre regeneration, Stockroom is designed to bring people together through culture, … [Read more...]

UK’s biggest Morris dancing takeover comes to Stockport

Stockport is gearing up for an explosion of folk energy as the town centre hosts the largest gathering of Morris Dancers the UK has ever seen on 26th April. Welcoming over 1,000 dancers who are ready to clang and stomp their way into the town centre’s streets, A Day of Dance will be the biggest … [Read more...]

Gifted Exhibition opens at Stockport War Memorial Art Gallery

The Gifted Exhibition is now open at Stockport War Memorial Art Gallery and will run until 3rd May, offering visitors a heartwarming celebration of community, creativity and connection. Launched on Saturday 22nd March, the exhibition has already welcomed over 100 visitors and received glowing … [Read more...]