Summer sunshine and sporting events have helped boost sales for the retail sector in June, the latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) figures have revealed. Sales volumes rose 0.9% month-on-month, and offer some reprieve for retailers which had seen a 2.8% fall in May. Rises in sales for … [Read more...]
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Outdoor beach returns to Merseyway
Merseybay, the popular free outdoor beach, is returning to the Merseyway Shopping Centre for the school summer holidays. Launching Friday 26th July, this year Merseybay will be going tropical, transforming the shopping centre into a Hawaiian haven, complete with golden sand, beach huts, … [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...]
Lidl appeals Cheadle Heath store refusal
Discount supermarket chain, Lidl, has launched an appeal after Stockport Council refused planning permission for a new store in Cheadle Heath, Place North West has reported. The retailer's plans for a new store on the site of Cheadle Heath Works on Stockport Road were knocked back by councillors … [Read more...]
Smart Works brings fashion sale to Hat Works
Women’s employment charity, Smart Works Greater Manchester, will hold a pop up summer fashion sale, hosted by Arc at Hat Works. Taking place on Friday 1st And Saturday 2nd August at Stockport's iconic Hat Works from 10am to 4pm, the one-of-a-kind shopping event gives local people the chance to … [Read more...]
Merseyway calls for school clothing donations ahead of return of Pop-Up Uniform Shop
Stockport's Merseyway Shopping Centre is calling on shoppers to support local families by donating good-quality, secondhand school uniforms that can be resold in its popular Pop-Up Uniform Shop ahead of the new school year. From Monday 21st July – Monday 4th August, a donation bin will be … [Read more...]
Record turnover for Stockport wholesaler
Stockport-based wholesaler, Parfetts, has achieved a record breaking annual turnover of £733 million in its financial year ending 2025. With sales up from £696 million in 2024, the employee-owned business is awarding its workforce the maximum 4% sales bonus. The latest results mean the wholesaler … [Read more...]
Trading Standards team takes action against illegal vapes in Stockport
Stockport Council's Trading Standards team has secured a prosecution after the discovery of nearly 1,000 illegal disposable vapes at a shop in Hazel Grove. In total, 980 non-compliant disposable vapes were confiscated by Trading Standards officers from a shop, trading as Pound Hut, on two … [Read more...]
Stockport County unveils new 25/26 PUMA home kit
Stockport County has revealed its much-anticipated PUMA home kit for the 2025/26 football season, with kits now on sale. The modern and striking design of the new season's kit features a County blue base on the chest and sleeves, blending seamlessly into white towards the lower half through a … [Read more...]
Stockport supports ‘Safer Streets Summer Initiative’
Stockport Council and other partners in the borough have joined in the launch of the 'Safer Streets Summer Initiative' aimed at reducing crime in town centres and communities. The initiative – known locally as Safe4Summer – is part of the Government’s mission to restore and strengthen local … [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...]
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...]
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