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Stockport Fairtrade Fortnight 2018

Stockport Council, together with the Stockport Fairtrade Group, is supporting this year’s Fairtrade Fortnight which is running until Sunday 11 March. The nationwide campaign ‘Come On In’ is inviting everyone to come in to the world of the people who grow our food to see what life can be like when … [Read more...]

First phase of £1bn transformation of Manchester Airport complete

The first major phase of the £1bn transformation of Manchester Airport has been completed, as the project marked the six-month milestone.  Two apprentices who have been recruited to the scheme tightened the final steel bolt in the first new pier of the transformation programme, connecting one of … [Read more...]

Loganair adds more Stornoway to Manchester flights

Loganair has introduced further Stornoway to Manchester services strengthening tourism and business links with England’s North West. Making Stockport only a short hop from the Western Isles. Loganair has announced significant investment in services from the Western Isles, with a new timetable … [Read more...]

The Beat has been restored at the White Hart in Kendal

Set in the Lake District, the White Hart in Kendal has whisked up a striking new look following a refurbishment from Robinsons Brewery. The renovation was carried out in order to modernise the pub, creating a more warm and welcoming atmosphere during the day, whilst maintaining its reputation as a … [Read more...]

Robinsons Shire Horses trotting out for Shire Horse National Show

Robinsons Brewery's magnificent Shire horses are trotting over to Stafford to promote the Shire Horse National Show, the world's largest gathering of Shire horses.  Shoppers and visitors to Stafford on Saturday 10th March will be treated to the spectacular sight of a stunning Shire horse and a … [Read more...]

Who Let the Dogs Out for Chinese New Year ?

Manchester Airport let the dogs out as it surprised passengers arriving from Beijing as they waited for their baggage as part of its Chinese New Year celebrations. Passengers travelling on the direct flight from Beijing got a treat when their baggage came around on the carousel – with a cuddly toy … [Read more...]

Aqua provides a Remedy for Easter Beer Festival

Stockport creative agency, Aqua Design Group, have provided just the right Remedy for a Stockport Bar & Brewhouse's Easter Beer Festival.  Always keen to work with fellow Stockport based businesses and support town centre events, Aqua have provided marketing services to Remedy Bar & … [Read more...]

Harry Potter fans flock to Stockport

A 'council' of Harry Potter fans, or Potterheads as they are affectionately known, flocked to Stockport War Memorial and Art Gallery. More than 600 people attended the Book Day at the Stockport War Memorial Art Gallery on Sunday 11th February. The art gallery was transformed into a haven of … [Read more...]

NK Theatre Arts company has a Ball with Bobby

Stockport’s leading all-inclusive Theatre Company, NK Theatre Arts welcomed a special guest on Friday night when their long standing patron and one half of the legendary comic duo Cannon and Ball attended their “Junior Magic of the Musicals” performance at The Forum Theatre in Romiley. Bobby Ball … [Read more...]

Manchester Airport Passenger Numbers set to hit 28 million

As the winter months continue, Manchester Airport passenger numbers are edging closer to breaking the 28m passenger number for the first time in its history. The UK’s third biggest airport saw its annual rolling total hit 27,790,196 in January, which represents like-for-like year-on-year growth of … [Read more...]