Stockport Council has launched an online survey to hear the views of residents of how they would like to see the borough deliver as part of its tenure as Greater Manchester Town of Culture.
Stockport was announced to be Greater Manchester’s third Town of Culture at a launch event in the town’s famous Hat Works on 23rd May.
With the announcement seeing the borough access additional funding for cultural events throughout the year, Stockport Council is asking residents to help shape the agenda, and give feedback on the long-lasting legacy they would like it to leave in the town.
The council is currently designing the detailed programme for Stockport’s year as Greater Manchester Town of Culture and want it to provide opportunities for everyone in Stockport to be active and creative. Particularly, they want to highlight
The council is currently designing the detailed programme for Stockport’s year as Greater Manchester Town of Culture and want it to provide opportunities for everyone in Stockport to be active and creative. Particularly, they want to design activities that celebrate the people, places and stories of Stockport and are keen to hear from residents about what they would like to see happening during the Town of Culture year.
The first Town of Culture event, Stockport Moves, is set to take place on Sunday, July 2, from 10am, when St Peter’s Square will buzz with activity and fun.
An online survey is now live on the Stockport Council consultations portal here for residents to complete to give their views on how the borough will mark being Greater Manchester Town of Culture for 2023.
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