Stockport town centre will once again hold a special celebration of Armed Forces Day on Saturday 29 June with parades, live entertainment and family activities. Events have been organised by Stockport Armed Forces Community Organisation (SAFCO) who represent the armed forces and veteran … [Read more...]
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NK Theatre Arts performance among highlights planned for Stockport Pride
NK Theatre Arts will perform an excerpt from their forthcoming teen production of "Everybody's Talking About Jamie" as part of celebrations at Stockport Pride on Sunday 2nd June in the town centre. The funny, outrageous and touching musical sensation is due to be performed at The Forum Theatre in … [Read more...]
TfGM urge travellers to plan their journey ahead of Sunday events
People travelling on Greater Manchester's transport network on Sunday 19th May are being advised to leave plenty of time for journeys ahead of major sporting and cultural events taking place. It will be an especially busy day on the transport network, with tens of thousands of football fans and … [Read more...]
Vernon Building Society hosts family fun day as part of 100th Birthday celebrations
Stockport mutual, Vernon Building Society will host Vernon in the Park, a free family fun day as it continues the celebrations of its 100th birthday in 2024. Vernon in the Park will take place on Saturday 18th May from 12-4pm at Vernon Park, Offerton and is being hosted in partnership with Pure … [Read more...]
The Forum Theatre shares upcoming line-up of shows ahead of reopening
With work underway to reopen Romiley's Forum Theatre in June, the theatre has shared the upcoming line-up of shows planned to welcome back audiences. Everybody's Talking About Jamie - Thurs 20th - Sat 22nd June Jamie New is sixteen and lives on a council estate in Sheffield. Jamie doesn't quite … [Read more...]
Re-opening date announced for Forum Theatre
Performing arts charity, NK Theatre Arts, has announced a planned re-opening for The Forum Theatre in Romiley following the commencement of vital structural repairs. The Forum Theatre was temporarily closed due to the discovery of Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete in the premises, whilst … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester secures funding to improve understanding of night time economy
Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) and partners have been awarded £300,000 to run a pilot scheme aimed at better understanding the city-region's night-time economy. Money from the Treasury’s Economic Data Innovation Fund (EDIF) will allow a consortium of public bodies, including the … [Read more...]
Romiley Forum set to reopen Summer 2024
Stockport Council has appointed a contractor to carry out work to make The Forum Theatre in Romiley safe for reopening from summer 2024. Stockport Council has appointed Robertson Construction to repair the much-loved theatre to ensure it is safe to reopen after changes to government guidance … [Read more...]
Work progresses on Stockport town centre hub for creativity, discovery and inspiration
Works is already well underway to bring creativity, discovery and inspiration to the high street in Stockport at the new Stockroom facility being developed in Merseyway Shopping Centre. New updated hoardings around the building site are creating a buzz about what is to come at Stockroom, which … [Read more...]
More than 50 events lined up to close out Stockport’s year as Greater Manchester Town of Culture
25 locations across Stockport town centre will host more than 50 events over the weekend of 23 and 24 March as the town celebrates the end of its tenure as Greater Manchester Town of Culture. Stockport took on the mantle of Greater Manchester Town of Culture in April 2023, and over the past 12 … [Read more...]
Stockport Council to appoint contractors to address RAAC at Romiley’s Forum Theatre
Stockport Council has confirmed that it will appoint contractors to begin work on long-term safety at the Forum Theatre in Romiley, including regarding the presence of Reinforced Aerated Autoclave Concrete (RAAC). The Forum Theatre in Romiley, home to performing arts company, NK Theatre Arts, has … [Read more...]
Stockport’s night-time economy retains Purple Flag accreditation
Stockport has retained its prestigious Purple Flag accreditation for the town centre’s evening and night-time economy. The internationally-recognised accolade is awarded to areas that provide a vibrant and diverse mix of dining, entertainment and culture, while also promoting the safety and … [Read more...]
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