Projects aimed at supporting the city-region's foundational economy have been awarded grant funding from Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) totalling £275,000. Twenty-five businesses and organisations from across Greater Manchester have been awarded grants of up to £11,000 from the … [Read more...]
News for: Food & Drink
Planning and licensing reforms aim to support hospitality sector
Proposed changes to planning and licensing rules aimed at supporting local high streets have been announced that will reduce the complexity of opening and operating hospitality venues. The reforms will make it easier to convert disused shops into hospitality venues. New dedicated ‘hospitality … [Read more...]
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...]
The Royal Oak, Mellor, is a thriving gem
At a time when the hospitality sector is facing mounting challenges, it’s as refreshing as a pint of Unicorn, a chilled Sauvignon Blanc, or an ice-cold soda and lime to see a local village pub not only surviving, but thriving, and winning awards along the way! Tucked away on the outskirts of … [Read more...]
Underbanks transformation unlocks new opportunities for independent businesses
The transformation of Stockport's Underbanks into one of Greater Manchester’s most vibrant independent quarters has continued with a raft of new openings, restorations and residential developments. The area – once dubbed “Stockport’s Soho”– has seen £7million of investment through Stockport … [Read more...]
McVitie’s owner announces major investment in Stockport operations
McVitie's owner, pladis, has announced a major investment into its Stockport site as part of a £68 million investment in its factories across the UK. The investment by the group, which also owns the Jacob's, Carr's, and Godiva brands, aims to increase capacity and productivity, and cut CO2 … [Read more...]
Winners announced for Made in Stockport Awards 2025
Stockport celebrated its best makers and creators at the annual Made In Stockport Awards, which this year took place at the Alma Lodge Hotel, hosted by radio presenter Chelsea Norris. This year's awards saw more than 500 businesses nominated, with more than 3,000 votes cast for the finalists in … [Read more...]
Stockport Environmental Health team take action against dessert café with mouse infestation
A Stockport dessert shop owner has been fined nearly £12,000 after a serious mouse infestation and filthy conditions were discovered by Stockport Council Environmental Health Officers. At Tameside Magistrates’ Court on 9 May 2025, Mr Javid Shah, pleaded guilty to seven food hygiene offences at … [Read more...]
Restaurant Grant Programme returns for 2025
Independent hospitality businesses across Stockport are being invited to apply for grants of up to £11,000 via a scheme backed by American Express. The Association of Town and City Management and IDA Foundation are working with all Greater Manchester Local Authorities to distribute the funds to … [Read more...]
Pure Kitchen Bakery Team shortlisted at Health and Care Champion Awards
Pure Innovations' Pure Kitchen Bakery Team is celebrating a shortlisting for Team of the Year at the Greater Manchester Health and Care Champion Awards 2025. What started as a small café and bakery in Vernon Park has grown into a busy, thriving kitchen that now supplies all Pure cafés and even … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester leaders and food delivery companies sign new charter for safer roads
The UK's three biggest food delivery companies, Deliveroo, Just Eat and Uber Eats, have signed up to a new Greater Manchester Food Delivery Charter aimed at ensuring safer roads in the city-region. The Charter, co-signed by Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA), Transport for Greater … [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...]
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