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# About Tameside

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- [REMEMBERING RAY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/remembering-ray) - In June Tameside felt that little bit less bright when one of its sparkling lights known across all areas of the community sadly disappeared. For over 30 years Ray Liddy was a familiar face around Tameside representing The Reporter at various events. His engaging way encouraged people into fun poses and often got the photographs
- [HIGH SHERIFF VISITS SITSIAM CAMP](http://abouttameside.co.uk/high-sheriff-visits-sitsiam-camp) - On June 17th The High Sheriff Of Greater Manchester, Mark Llewellin dl, visited Sitsiam Camp in Stalybridge. They have been in existence since 1983 and in 2002 the Sitsiam Camp became the representative for Buddhai Swan Institute of Thailand. Two Schools in one authentically and traditionally Thai. At the school they give students the opportunity of
- [ARMED FORCES DAY IS BACK](http://abouttameside.co.uk/armed-forces-day-is-back) - ArmedForces Day is marching back to Denton for Tameside’s annual salute to the borough’s service personnel past, present and future. The fantastic day is returning to Victoria Park, Denton on Saturday 27 June, 1pm-4pm, and everyone is invited to enjoy the fun. As well as live music, there will be dance displays by local schools,
- [OPEN FARM DAY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/open-farm-day) - Crowds flocked to this year’s Open Farm Sunday on June 7th which was a fabulous opportunity to connect farmers and the public to discover the crucial work farmers do producing food, nurturing nature, and protecting the environment for future generations. The team at Oak Farm in Matley welcomed visitors to see animals, farm equipment and
- [ASHTON'S DINOSAUR INVASION](http://abouttameside.co.uk/ashtons-dinosaur-invasion) - Next month, on Saturday August 8th, Ashton Town Team are bringing a huge attraction to the town centre with a dinosaur invasion! The free event has been organised thanks to funding from the UK Governments Pride In Place. Chair of Ashton Town Team, Val Unwin, said: “The town team volunteers work extremely hard on these
- [HAPPY 50TH ANNIVERSARY STALYBRIDGE CARNIVAL](http://abouttameside.co.uk/happy-50th-anniversary-stalybridge-carnival) - Stalybridge Carnival celebrates its 50th Anniversary on Sunday 28 June when the annual carnival rolls into town. To mark this milestone Stalybridge Festival Committee (in partnership with Dukinfield & Stalybridge Rotary Club) has been extremely busy behind the scenes planning a bumper Carnival befitting of this occasion. This year we are pleased to join forces
- [OPEN FARM SUNDAY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/open-farm-sunday) - It’s Open Farm Sunday on June 7th which is a fabulous opportunity to connect farmers and the public to discover the crucial work farmers do producing food, nurturing nature, and protecting the environment for future generations. The team at Oak Farm in Matley will be welcoming visitors to see animals, farm equipment and learn more
- [TAS FUND GOES OUT OF THIS WORLD](http://abouttameside.co.uk/tas-fund-goes-out-of-this-world) - This years Ashton Sci Fi Day, organised by Hyde Fundraisers, is taking place on Saturday May 2nd from 11am. Once again Ashton’s Ladysmith Shopping Centre is amongst the sponsors for this free community event which brings displays, characters and cosplay fun to the town centre. Making their home at the centre for the event will
- [FLOWER FESTIVAL AT WILLOW WOOD](http://abouttameside.co.uk/flower-festival-at-willow-wood) - The much-anticipated Flower Festival returns to Willow Wood Hospice in 2026 for its 10th edition, taking place on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th May. Guided by a wonderfully dedicated committee, this cherished annual event is set to bloom more beautifully than ever. This year’s festival will be inspired by the enchanting world of Beatrix Potter, where
- [INSIDE ASHTON TOWN HALL](http://abouttameside.co.uk/inside-ashton-town-hall) - As engagement begins on plans to bring Ashton Town Hall back into use by 2030, we feature some of the latest photographs showing the current state of the civic building. Ashton Town Hall is an important historic building. The aim is to protect its heritage while creating modern, welcoming spaces for culture, learning, community use,
- [AWARD WINNING MOSSLEY MARKET RETURNS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/award-winning-mossley-market-returns) - After an incredibly successful debut year, the award-winning Mossley Farmers’ Market is returning to offer monthly events for the community from Sunday 26th April 2026.The event, organised by Tameside Council has stalls provided by Little Owl Artisan and independent traders, where attendees can browse a range of locally sourced products and unique treats on the
- [FUTURE FOR ASHTON TOWN HALL](http://abouttameside.co.uk/future-for-ashton-town-hall) - As engagement begins on plans to bring Ashton Town Hall back into use by 2030 we feature some of the latest photographs showing the current state of the civic building. Ashton Town Hall is an important historic building. The aim is to protect its heritage while creating modern, welcoming spaces for culture, learning, community use,
- [STALYBRIDGE CARNIVAL UPDATE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/stalybridge-carnival-update) - Stalybridge Carnival will be celebrating its 50th Anniversary later this year. To mark this milestone Stalybridge Festival Committee (in partnership with Dukinfield & Stalybridge Rotary Club) is planning a bumper Carnival befitting of this occasion. As in recent years the Festival Committee will be holding a Stalybridge Spring Show in Cheetham Park on Sunday 3rd
- [FORMER HYDE LIBRARY SOLD](http://abouttameside.co.uk/former-hyde-library-sold) - The successful sale of the former Hyde Library building to Hyde Court Ltd has been confirmed by Tameside Council, paving the way for a major residential redevelopment that will deliver 102 new homes in the heart of Hyde town centre. The project, was granted planning approval in July 2025, will preserve the historic façade of
- [ASHTON TOWN HALL RESTORATION](http://abouttameside.co.uk/ashton-town-hall-restoration) - Plans to bring the Grade II listed Ashton Town Hall back to life are moving forward with new designs being drafted to start to show the building could be fully restored and reopened by 2030. The council are being asked to approve up to £1 million to prepare a planning application and carry out surveys
- [HYDE'S ROBOT VET](http://abouttameside.co.uk/hydes-robot-vet) - It’s not without reason that Godley resident Pete Brocklehurst has assumed the title ‘robot vet’ after working on Hyde Fundraisers replica K-9 over the past couple of years. For those unaware, K-9 was the robot dog assistant that first appeared with The Fourth Doctor played by Tom Baker. He returned in a special one-off adventure
- [NEW FUNDING FOR TOWN TEAM EVENTS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/new-funding-for-town-team-events) - Ashton is set for a year of vibrant community events thanks to the first allocation of Pride in Place funding. The Ashton Neighbourhood Board has confirmed that £8,000 will be allocated to Ashton’s Town Team to deliver a programme of seasonal activities designed to boost footfall, support local businesses, and celebrate the town’s unique character
- [NEW 23 MILLION BRIDGE OPENS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/new-23-million-bridge-opens) - A new £23 million bridge has been unveiled in Greater Manchester, marking the eagerly anticipated completion of a three-year scheme. National Highways and its partners celebrated the opening of St Anne’s Road motorway bridge in Denton with a ribbon-cutting ceremony performed by four pupils from the neighbouring St Anne’s Primary School, accompanied by the Reverend Philip Brierley from
- [ASHTON MARKET SQUARE UPDATE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/ashton-market-square-update) - Excitement is building in Ashton-under-Lyne as the first of the new market kiosks have started to arrive on site, marking a major milestone in the town’s ambitious regeneration plans. Produced by modular specialists WhiteCrate, the kiosks form a key part of the wider transformation of this key civic space – a flagship regeneration project led
- [TRAIN TAMESIDE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/train-tameside) - Local MPs, councillors and key employers support Tameside College’s Train Tameside 500 initiative in collaboration with Tameside Council to create new training opportunities in the borough. Train Tameside 500 is a two-year project to encourage employers to sign up a total of 500 apprentices and help meet growing skill demands in all sectors including high
- [GAME ON FOR BOBBY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/game-on-for-bobby) - Since February 2024 About Tameside has featured a video game review every month courtesy of Ashton based Bobby Kent. We thought we’d learn more about the games guru and asked him to tell us a little about himself. “I’m a 27-year-old writer and gamer, disabled and all three of those have kind of influenced my
- [TAMESIDE TRANSPORT BUSINESS IS OUT OF THIS WORLD](http://abouttameside.co.uk/tameside-transport-business-is-out-of-this-world) - People may already be familiar with K. Cotterill Transport in Dukinfield, the family-run business has been established over 50 years offering competitive prices and friendly professionalism. The company is well known offering national transport services, removals, warehouse and storage facilities, event management, plus crate hire. So when local group Hyde Fundraisers needed to retrieve their
- [CHARACTER CURRY RETURNS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/character-curry-returns) - Following the huge success for their first Character Curry event back in February this year Hyde Fundraisers have announced the sequel on Tuesday February 17th. This year local voluntary group reached an impressive 40th anniversary milestone in supporting many good causes. They have been raising money for BBC Children in Need and other organisations since
- [THE A-Z OF INCOME TAX](http://abouttameside.co.uk/the-a-z-of-income-tax) - Income tax in the UK can be complex, but understanding the basics helps you save money and stay compliant. A is for AllowancesYour personal allowance is the income you can earn before paying tax. It’s reduced if you earn over £100,000. Other allowances include Marriage Allowance, personal savings allowance, and dividend allowance. B is for
- [RESTORATION OF ASHTON TOWN HALL](http://abouttameside.co.uk/restoration-of-ashton-town-hall) - Tameside Council is moving ahead with exciting plans to restore Ashton Town Hall, the beloved Grade II listed building at the heart of Ashton-under-Lyne. Following essential repairs to the façade and parapet and with improvements to the main steps on the way, the Council is now progressing with feasibility and design work to transform the
- [GOODBYE TO 'Our Ricky'](http://abouttameside.co.uk/goodbye-to-our-ricky) - On Friday October 10th Tameside said a final goodbye to Ricky Hatton MBE as the people of Hyde and beyond paid their respects. His cortege began in Hyde at The Cheshire Cheese and then included a dove release at The New Inn before passing his gym to head down Market Street. Crowds gathered around Hyde
- [TAMESIDE STANDS TOGETHER](http://abouttameside.co.uk/tameside-stands-together) - Communities came together at a ‘My Culture, Your Culture, Our World’ event to celebrate the different cultures and faiths in Tameside, as part of National Hate Crime Awareness Week. Ashton Health Group, based at Ashton Central Mosque, organised the event held on 18 October through the GM Hate Crime Community Small Grants programme, administered by
- [TOWN TEAM CELEBRATE OKTOBERFEST  ](http://abouttameside.co.uk/town-team-celebrate-oktoberfest) - Tameside Markets and Ashton Town Team have a special event to celebrate all things food and drink in Ashton town centre. For the month of Oktober they are encouraging shoppers to visit local bakers, cafes, take aways, restaurants and bars to support these independent businesses in the town centre. Oktoberfest is a special event taking
- [BRILLIANT BRIDGE FEST](http://abouttameside.co.uk/brilliant-bridge-fest-2) - On Saturday September 6th Stalybridge Town Team presented the fourth Bridge Fest festival, building on the success of the last three, each one bigger and better than the last. Several venues across Stalybridge played host to musical and artistic performances at the event, organised by volunteers from Stalybridge Town Team, which had been a year
- [WHAT A SHOW](http://abouttameside.co.uk/what-a-show) - The Mottram And District Agricultural Society organize two shows with one in May including gymkhana, dog show, trade fair plus attractions. The August show includes horses, cattle, sheep, dogs, trade fair & attractions with both shows aiming to raise public awareness & interest in local agriculture. This years August 17th show featured main ring activities
- [VJ DAY REMEMBERED](http://abouttameside.co.uk/vj-day-remembered) - As well as marking the VE DAY anniversary many have welcomed the event in Tameside to commemorate VJ DAY 80th anniversary. Victory over Japan Day (also known as VJ Day) took place on August 15th, 1945, Imperial Japan surrendered in World War II, in effect bringing the war to an end. An estimated 71,000 soldiers
- [OUT OF THIS WORLD STREETFEST](http://abouttameside.co.uk/out-of-this-world-streetfest) - This August’s Street Fest was a very special one on the music front… Ahead of their iconic Bridge Fest festival in September, the BF crew took over the stage at Street Fest to give us all a taste of the incredible local talent we can catch at Bridge Fest! Bridge Fest 2025 will be on
- [FUN AT OXFORD PARK](http://abouttameside.co.uk/fun-at-oxford-park) - On Sunday 3rd August 2025, the St. Peter’s Community Gathering hosted the Annual FREE Family Fun Day at Oxford Park, funded by Jigsaw Homes. Families enjoyed the fun day with bouncy castles, a magician, and various stalls. The face-painter and henna painter were kept busy all afternoon decorating hundreds of hands and faces with their
- [SLIMMING GROUPS ARE HERE TO STAY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/slimming-groups-are-here-to-stay) - Weight loss drugs can’t replace the power of group support for lasting weight loss, says local expert A Slimming World Manager from Tameside says slimming clubs are needed more than ever despite the growing popularity of weight loss medication. While the arrival of weight loss injections like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro have undoubtedly changed the
- [NEW CHIEF EXECUTIVE AT TAMESIDE COUNCIL](http://abouttameside.co.uk/new-chief-executive-at-tameside-council) - A new permanent chief executive for Tameside Council has been appointed at the full council meeting on Tuesday 15th July. Emma Alexander, who is currently Chief Executive of Derbyshire County Council, has been recommended for the role following a carefully considered process involving senior leaders, elected members, staff, and local and regional partners. Emma will
- [AWARDS SUCCESS FOR ASHTON BUSINESSES](http://abouttameside.co.uk/awards-success-for-ashton-businesses) - Ashton Town Team made the town centre retail businesses the focus of this year’s awards as these independent traders work hard to attract. The awards were sponsored by Bromleys Solicitors who chose The Hidden Kitchen as their winner for the Sponsors Award. Paul Westwell, Managing Partner, Bromleys Solicitors LLP said “At a recent lunchtime meeting
- [ROTARY PROVIDE SPECIAL DAY FOR CHILDREN](http://abouttameside.co.uk/rotary-provide-special-day-for-children) - Whilst attending the annual Rotary Conference, Andy Williams, founder President of Tameside Rotary, was moved by a very personal and passionate speech by teenage Charlotte, a survivor of cancer and her father Paul. She described her own medical ordeal and her dad explained how it had affected the whole family. Both became Ambassadors for KidScan,
- [ARMED FORCES DAY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/armed-forces-day) - A spectacular day of community celebrations was held at Victoria Park in Denton to honour our armed forces, past and present. The event, held on 28 June, saw attendees gather for activities, workshops and entertainment to show support and recognition for the Armed Forces community. It featured patriotic performances, cadet workshops and exhilarating activities such as
- [BEST OF BRASS IN TAMESIDE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/best-of-brass-in-tameside) - Lovers of brass music enjoyed an extra contest on Whit Friday (June 13th) when Stalybridge Celtic rejoined the fold, taking the number of competitions held across Tameside to 11. That’s one more than last year’s total, which in itself was an increase on 2023 thanks to the inclusion of the Hyde Central Contest. The tradition
- [TAMESIDE ROTARY DISTRIBUTE MONIES TO LOCAL CAUSES](http://abouttameside.co.uk/tameside-rotary-distribute-monies-to-local-causes) - On 10 June, Tameside Rotary held a presentation evening attended by 75 people to celebrate local community groups and organisations whose applications to Tameside Rotary’s ‘Small Grants, Big Difference’ initiative had been successful. The cash awards were distributed to twenty nine local groups from across the Borough supporting a diverse range of projects including preparing
- [CELEBRATION WEEK SHOWCASES STUDENT SUCCESS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/celebration-week-showcases-student-success) - Students from Tameside College and Clarendon Sixth Form College awarded during ‘celebration week’. The college’s annual 16-18 and adult student of the year awards took place on Tuesday 14th and Wednesday 15th May. Students from each curriculum area were presented with awards for dedication to their studies and passion for learning during the ceremonies, which
- [TAMESIDE MARKS V.E DAY ANNIVERSARY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/tameside-marks-v-e-day-anniversary) - Last month the significant 80th anniversary for Victory in Europe was marked across the UK. 8th May 1945 – VE (Victory in Europe) Day – It meant an end to nearly six years of a war that had cost the lives of millions; had destroyed homes, families, and cities; and had brought huge suffering and
- [STALYFEST IS MUSICAL SUCCESS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/stalyfest-is-musical-success) - Stalyfest took place at Bower Fold, the iconic home of Stalybridge Celtic FC, for a two-day music festival on May 9th and 10th, On the Friday Stalyfest recreated a banging club-scene with an event hosted by Danny B. Majestic appeared with support by both Ellie and StephaniB. Further support came from DJs Tristan Walsh, Chris
- [MAGICAL FUNDRAISER FOR WILLOW WOOD](http://abouttameside.co.uk/magical-fundraiser-for-willow-wood) - Fans of Harry Potter are in for a treat as that’s the adopted theme for this year’s fundraising floral fundraiser event. The much-anticipated Flower Festival returns to Willow Wood Hospice in 2025 for the ninth year, on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th May. Guided by a dedicated committee comprising Eileen Smith, Ann Fee, Sheila Redfern,
- [FUNDRAISERS ITEMS GO ON DISPLAY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/fundraisers-items-go-on-display) - The thrilling new unofficial Doctor Who exhibition, Adventures in Time & Space at Peterborough Museum has now opened featuring some of the Doctor Who monsters and props created by Hyde Fundraisers. The display explores a world of monsters and props in one of the most extensive displays of Doctor Who artefacts in over a decade.
- [GET READY FOR STALYFEST](http://abouttameside.co.uk/get-ready-for-stalyfest) - Excitement is building in Tameside as StalyFest is fast approaching. The two-day music festival features household name acts and will bring something new and exciting to an area that has a reputation for being sleepy. Taking place at Bower Fold, the iconic home of Stalybridge Celtic FC, tickets are now on sale and full details
- [THE DEN RETURNS TO STALYBRIDGE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/the-den-returns-to-stalybridge) - The Royal Exchange’s pop-up mobile theatre space The Den returns to Stalybridge Civic Hall, every weekend from 9 May until 1 June 2025. The Den Festival: Exchanging Culture, Community and Creativity in Tameside will be full of joy, surprises and celebrations, where audiences can expect music, workshops, shows, comedy, dance, drama, family mornings and much,
- [CHUTE FOR THE STARS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/chute-for-the-stars) - On Saturday 22nd March Ashton’s Chute Bar was host to some familiar faces. Lethal Weapon and Predator 2 star Danny Glover was joined by Tyler Mane - known to many as Sabretooth in the X Men films. The visitors had chance to sample the new reggae menu on offer at the venue. Tyler also took
- [SCI FI SPECTACLE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/sci-fi-spectacle) - March had Ashton Specsavers hosting a special display to celebrate the 40th anniversary iof Hyde Fundraisers. The props and costumes were on display at the Ladysmith Shopping Centre branch and was launched by Miss UK Endeavour herself, Leanne Nuttall and Davros on march 1st. During the month there was also a visit from R2D2, Stormtrooper,
- [VINTAGE VIBES](http://abouttameside.co.uk/vintage-vibes) - Portland Basin was host to a special steampunk event on February 22nd where a plethora of people donned unique outfits for the occasion. Organiser Lorraine Booth organizes the events twice a year and the next event will be Halloween themed in October. She likes to get local people and organisations involved in the events –
- [TASTE RAMADAN](http://abouttameside.co.uk/taste-ramadan) - Ashton Central Mosque hosted a ‘Taste Ramadan’ event on Sunday March 16th. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. It is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. The Mosque invited families and people from the local community to explore the mosque and learn about their faith.
- [STREETFEST IS BACK](http://abouttameside.co.uk/streetfest-is-back-2) - Get ready, Stalybridge! The much-loved Street Fest is making a grand return on Friday, 11 April 2025, bringing a fun-filled evening of food, music, and entertainment to Armentieres Square. But that’s just the beginning—more exciting dates are lined up from April to September, promising a year packed with delicious food, refreshing drinks, and fantastic family-friendly
- [60TH ANNIVERSARY FOR SHREE BHARATIYA MANDAL](http://abouttameside.co.uk/60th-anniversary-for-shree-bharatiya-mandal) - Yesterday the Shree Bharatiya Mandal celeberated 60 years in Tameside. The special anniversary event was attended by guests including MP and Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner along with Civic Mayor Cllr Betty Affleck and Consort Declan Fitzpatrick. Shree Bharatiya Mandal, Indian Association Tameside is a registered charity (1045607), established in 1964. Tameside during the 1950’s
- [APPRENTICESHIP AWARDS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/apprenticeship-awards-2) - Tameside College celebrates the achievements of apprentices and employers with awards ceremony. The college’s annual apprenticeship award evening, on Tuesday 28th January, took place in the lead up to National Apprenticeship Week 2025. Apprentices were joined by their families for the special occasion, as well as employers who received a ‘great employer’ award. Each award
- [ART SHOW IN HYDE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/art-show-in-hyde) - Tameside's All Seasons Art Club held their art exhibition in Clarendon Square Shopping Centre in Hyde in February. The club was established in 2004, with the aims of promoting and advancing art for the benefit of residents of Hattersley and surrounding areas (i.e. all Tameside). What distinguishes the club from other Art groups in the
- [MARKET TRADERS RELOCATE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/market-traders-relocate) - As clearance continues on Ashton Market Ground the traders that have been relocated are settling down in their new temporary home for the duration of the works. Some of the market kiosks have now been positioned in Fletcher Square to host businesses Alfs Shoe Repairs, Market Grounds Coffee and Wilsons Fruit and Veg. In addition
- [HOT STUFF AT FUNDRAISERS CURRY NIGHT](http://abouttameside.co.uk/hot-stuff-at-fundraisers-curry-night) - As local voluntary group Hyde Fundraisers reach an impressive 40th anniversary milestone this year they have launched their fundraising in style. The group, who have been raising money for BBC Children in Need and other good causes since 1985, held a special event at the award-winning Indian Plaza in Audenshaw. The ‘Character Curry’ fundraising event
- [IRISH THEME FOR MAYOR'S CHARITY BALL](http://abouttameside.co.uk/irish-theme-for-mayors-charity-ball) - A touch of the Emerald Isle is on its way Tameside for the Civic Mayor’s ball which takes place at Dukinfield Town Hall on Saturday 15 March. Although Cllr Betty Affleck has spent most of her life in Hyde, she was born in Dublin and wants to celebrate her chosen charities and raise money for
- [MEET CLLR ELEANOR WILLS - TAMESIDE COUNCIL'S EXEC LEADER](http://abouttameside.co.uk/meet-cllr-eleanor-wills-tameside-councils-exec-leader) - Back in October 2024 Tameside Council made some major changes which included Harry Catherall replacing Sandra Stewart as the Interim Chief Executive. The other major change was the appointment of Dukinfield and Stalybridge Councillor Eleanor Wills as the new Executive Leader. For those unfamiliar with Councillor Wills we caught up with her to discover more
- [COLLEGE STRENGTHENS PARTNERSHIP WITH COUNCIL](http://abouttameside.co.uk/college-strengthens-partnership-wuith-council) - Tameside College strengthens partnership with Tameside Council with visit by senior leaders. On Tuesday 17th December Tameside Council executive leader Eleanor Willis and chief executive Harry Catherall visited the college’s Tameside One campus, to learn more about the college’s facilities and students. The visit provided an opportunity for the council’s leadership team to witness the
- [NEW PARENT CARER FORUM LAUNCHES](http://abouttameside.co.uk/new-parent-carer-forum-launches) - Families of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) across the borough were invited to the launch of the Tameside Umbrella Parent Carer Forum event at Dukinfield Town Hall on Friday January 10th. The free event had two sessions running between 11am–2pm and 4pm–7pm. It provided parents and carers the chance
- [ASHTON MARKET SQUARE WORK BEGINS IN EARNEST](http://abouttameside.co.uk/ashton-market-square-work-begins-in-earnest) - The start of 2025 has seen the Ashton Market Ground works funded by the UK Government’s Levelling Up funding step up a gear with traders relocated to their new temporary site in Fletcher Square and the old stalls demolished on the market. It was back in September when some of the old cabins were lifted
- [FROZEN IN TAMESIDE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/frozen-in-tameside) - Most people will remember the big freeze from 2010 when snowfalls caused chaos for commuters and many schools were closed. Gritters worked around the clock to keep traffic moving and people helped one another to clear areas of snow to try to make the pathways safe. However, do you remember January 1963 when the snowfalls
- [HILL PROUDLY SUPPORTS LOCAL WOMENS FOOTBALL](http://abouttameside.co.uk/hill-proudly-supports-local-womens-football) - Hill Biscuits kicks off sponsorship deal with Curzon Ashton Women’s Football Club Women’s football is one of the fastest growing sports and has grown significantly in popularity year-on-year, from the Women’s Super League (WSL) turning fully professional in 2018, to the record-breaking viewing figures from the Women’s 2023 World Cup of which England’s Lionesses reached
- [PREMIER PERFORMER](http://abouttameside.co.uk/premier-performer) - Premier Suite-Lounge brought a star, in his own right, to Audenshaw Tameside. NAVI (the world’s #1 Michael Jackson tribute artist). Who is NAVI? He is a Trinidadian-born artist and actor based in England. He starred as Jackson in the Searching for Neverland 2017 biopic. He has been around the world with his act and did
- [COUNCILLOR RETURNS TO COLLEGE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/councillor-returns-to-college) - St Peters Ward Councillor Kaleel Khan went back to Tameside College last year during the Open Evening on November 18th. With his professional background in children’s and adult services as both a social worker and nursing, he was interested to see the opportunities students now have in social care. A former student at the college
- [BROWNIES 110TH BIRTHDAY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/brownies-110th-birthday) - On Sunday November 24th over 75 Brownies and 20 volunteers from the Ashton Division of Girlguiding came together for a circus skills party in Droylsden to celebrate 110 years of Brownies. Expert performers from Circus Sensible wowed with magic tricks before the Brownies tried their hand at juggling, spinning plates, twirling Chinese Diabolo, walking on
- [HYDE 'BEE' NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT](http://abouttameside.co.uk/hyde-bee-needs-your-support) - It was certainly a mystery she wanted to investigate when Karen Newton noticed a rough patch in the garden area near the café in Hyde Park. She thought “what a mess” and on further inspection found it was a sculpture of the Manchester Bee, put in for the Manchester Arena bombing victims. So, the work
- [NEW SCHOOL MAKING A DIFFERENCE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/new-school-making-a-difference) - Parents have spoken of how much their children are benefitting from the state-of-the-art facilities at the new Hawthorns Primary School in Mottram. The new building is a shining example of co-production with the community coming together to ensure its creation – and everyone involved gathered to celebrate at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday 6 December.
- [HYDE AWARDS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/hyde-awards) - A few Tameside towns hold annual award events to show appreciation for local businesses, charities and community groups who are positive contributors to those towns. Back in 2017/18/19, Hyde had its own, Pride in Hyde awards, which were halted by Covid in 2020 and the ongoing pandemic in 2021.Time was thought to be right to
- [HYDE FUNDRAISERS FIRST EVENT FOR 40TH](http://abouttameside.co.uk/hyde-fundraisers-first-event-for-40th) - 2025 sees local voluntary group Hyde Fundraisers reach an impressive 40th anniversary milestone. The group, who have been raising money for BBC Children in Need and other good causes since 1985, will be launching their special year with an event at the award-winning Indian Plaza in Audenshaw. On Tuesday February 18th the group have organised
- [ASHTON WELCOMES CHRISTMAS DESPITE STORM](http://abouttameside.co.uk/ashton-welcomes-christmas-despite-storm) - With months of planning and scheduling behind the scenes the Aashton Town Team were all set to host their Christmas Lights Switch On for Saturday November 23rd. However, Storm Bert had other plans when heavy showers and over 40mph gusts started to hit the Northwest forcing the volunteers to cancel the actual switch on just
- [CHARACTER CURRY FOR FEBRUARY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/character-curry-for-february) - FUNDRAISERS ANNOUNCE CHARACTER CURRY Next year sees local voluntary group Hyde Fundraisers reach an impressive 40th anniversary milestone. The group, who have been raising money for BBC Children in Need and other good causes since 1985, will be launching their special year with an event at the award-winning Indian Plaza in Audenshaw. On Tuesday February
- [HYDE LAUNCHES CHRISTMAS IN TAMESIDE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/hyde-launches-christmas-in-tameside) - This year’s spectacular Tameside Christmas Lantern Parade was held in Hyde town centre on Saturday 16th November. The extremely popular Lantern Parade brought together a dazzling display of festivity and civic pride which lights up the borough and starts the countdown to Christmas in Tameside. The event was a combined team effort led by Tameside
- [DIWALI CELEBRATIONS AT  THE BAPS TEMPLE IN ASHTON](http://abouttameside.co.uk/diwali-celebrations-at-the-baps-temple-in-ashton) - Deputy Prime Minister and MP for Ashton-under-Lyne Angela Rayner joined thousands of people from the local community at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, the Hindu temple on Lees Road in Ashton-under-Lyne, to experience the vibrant sounds, flavours, and colours of Diwali – the Hindu ‘Festival of Light’ – and the Hindu New Year. The event –
- [TAMESIDE REMEMBRANCE 2024](http://abouttameside.co.uk/tameside-remenbrance-2024) - OVER the weekend of November 9 and 10 and into Monday November 11, Tameside’s towns, villages and communities will again be holding services and ceremonies to remember those who fell in the two world wars and many other conflicts. The Civic Mayor of Tameside, Cllr Betty Affleck, said: “Even though it’s 110 years since the
- [HYDE'S HALLOWEEN](http://abouttameside.co.uk/hydes-halloween) - Hyde became Tameside’s spooky epicentre on October 19th with a ghoulish daytime event designed to thrill! ‍Created by Tameside Council in partnership with the Hyde Accelerator Delivery Group and funded in full by the Hyde High Street Accelerator Fund, the Halloween in Hyde event took place on the Market Square opposite Hyde Town Hall. ‍Families
- [WILLOW WOOD RAISE OVER £17,000 WITH STRICTLY EVENT](http://abouttameside.co.uk/willow-wood-raise-over-17000-with-strictly-event) - Willow Wood did Strictly in sensational style to raise thousands of pounds for the Hospice and wow hundreds at Mossley’s George Lawton Hall on Friday (11th October). All the glitz and glamour of Strictly Come Dancing was reproduced as nine couplesgraced the stage to enthral the audience and impress the judges, including celebrity judge Edwina
- [ROTARY RAISE A GLASS FOR CHARITY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/rotary-raise-a-glass-for-charity) - Tameside Beer Festival organised by Tameside Rotary and now in its 12th year, returned to Hyde Town Hall on the 20th and 21st of September. This year’s main charity beneficiaries were chosen by the newly installed President of Tameside Rotary, Manhar Taylor who said: “The Tameside Beer Festival is one of our major charity fundraisers.
- [CARNIVAL BEATS WEATHER FOR JOYOUS RETURN](http://abouttameside.co.uk/canival-beats-weather-for-joyous-return) - September 8th was the focus of Denton Carnival, the town’s first carnival parade since the Covid-19 pandemic. The parade set off from Haughton then made its way to Denton, culminating in a festival in the town centre at Victoria Park. Lots of local groups and organisations supported the parade including scouts, Hyde Fundraisers, Gibsons Dance
- [ASHTON MARKET SQUARE TRANSFORMATION BEGINS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/ashton-market-square-transformation-begins) - Work on the transformation of Ashton Market Square is set to commence this summer, bringing changes to the town centre. Initial groundworks will start in the coming weeks, with the Council committed to ensuring that the outdoor market continues to operate in the town centre during construction. The indoor market will remain open as normal
- [TAMESIDE AT 50: EXECUTIVE LEADERS OF THE COUNCIL](http://abouttameside.co.uk/tameside-at-50-executive-leaders-of-the-council-2) - We profile some of the leaders of Tameside Council over the past 50 years. Councillor Brenda Warrington First elected to Tameside Council in 2002, Councillor Brenda Warrington represents the ward of Denton West. She served as the council’s lead member for Health and External Relations and Scrutiny as well as being chair of the Personal and
- [BRILLIANT BRIDGE FEST](http://abouttameside.co.uk/brilliant-bridge-fest) - Stalybridge gears up for festival fun as Bridge Fest returns to get a third dose of festival spirit after its second proved bigger and better than its first. Bridge Fest will take over the town on Saturday, September 7, as several venues play host to musical and artistic performances. The event, organised by volunteers from
- [DENTON CARNIVAL TO RETURN ON SEPTEMBER 8TH](http://abouttameside.co.uk/denton-carnival-to-return-on-september-8th) - Carnival fever is set to return to Denton this September in the town’s first carnival parade since the Covid-19 pandemic. Denton Carnival will take place on Sunday 8th September 2024, with the parade leaving Haughton Green (Tatton Road) at 12:00pm before making its way to Denton, culminating in a festival in the town centre. With
- [RESULTS SUCCESS FOR CLASS OF 2024](http://abouttameside.co.uk/results-success-for-class-of-2024) - Students at Clarendon Sixth Form College are delighted after another year of outstanding A Level, T Level and Level 3 Vocational results, with many accepting places at top universities. Students have achieved an impressive 99% pass rate for A Levels. Keziah Whetham was accepted into Durham University to study classics,after receiving A, A, A, B
- [HYDE MELA RETURNS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/hyde-mela-returns) - August 25th, the Sunday of the Bank Holiday weekend, will once again see Hyde Park filled by this large community event. This will be the fourth year of an event, originated by local Asian community leaders, who have been supported by local councillors and local community groups, along with other volunteers. The aim of the
- [BYE BYE BATMAN](http://abouttameside.co.uk/bye-bye-batman) - If you are looking for ideas for the August holidays maybe a short trip to Manchester is just the ticket before the closure of the Batman Unmasked exhibition at Depot Mayfield? Batman Unmasked, an all-new experience showcasing a collection of original costumes, props and vehicles on display for the first time in the UK, directly
- [TAMESIDE DEBUT FOR ARTIST](http://abouttameside.co.uk/tameside-debut-for-artist) - Dukinfield Library hosted an art exhibition by Bulgarian artist Eduard Dobrev who showcased his incredible range of acrylic, watercolour and oil paintings. Eduard, who is currently based in Droylsden, was delighted with the reception. We asked what was his inspiration? “Basically, it is inspired by nature and the places I have visited over the past
- [TAMESIDE AT 50:  EXECUTIVE LEADERS OF THE COUNCIL](http://abouttameside.co.uk/tameside-at-50-executive-leaders-of-the-council) - We profile some of the leaders of Tameside Council over the past 50 years. Councillor Colin Grantham OBE Born and bred in Gee Cross and educated at Hyde Grammar School Colin Grantham was first elected to Hyde Borough Council in 1967 until 1974 when Tameside was formed. He was also Chairman for the Steering Committee
- [ASHTON MARKET TRANSFORMATION TO START SOON](http://abouttameside.co.uk/ashton-market-transformation-to-start-soon) - Work on the transformation of Ashton Market Square is set to commence this summer, bringing changes to the town centre. Initial groundworks will start in the coming weeks, with the Council committed to ensuring that the outdoor market continues to operate in the town centre during construction. The indoor market will remain open as normal
- [STREETFEST WAS 'WHEELY' GOOD](http://abouttameside.co.uk/streetfest-was-wheely-good) - Stalybridge Street Fest was back for another event in July, the Friday before the European Football Final! A Ferris wheel featured with the attractions that also included performance dance and The Blaze Streetdance Academy. The events are funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund for Communities and Place, which was awarded to Tameside Council to
- [RECORD BREAKING YEAR FOR SCHOOLS IN GREENPOWER CHALLENGE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/record-breaking-year-for-schools-in-greenpower-challenge) - Record breaking number of schools take part in Tameside College’s ‘Greenpower’ electric kit car challenge. The event, which took place over three days, included pupils from eight schools from across the borough this year. Each team was tasked with building, testing and racing an electric kit car with the help of the college’s automotive department.
- [DR WHO PRODUCER AT SCI FI SATURDAY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/dr-who-producer-at-sci-fi-saturday) - This year’s Ashton Sci-Fi Day, organised by Hyde Fundraisers, featured a guest appearance from Doctor Who Producer Phil Collinson. Previously Hyde Fundraisers have worked with Phil to supply Daleks for the Channel 4 drama It’s a Sin written by Dr Who’s Russell T Davies. Phil has previously produced the Christopher Eccleston and David Tennant series
- [SATURDAYS ON THE SQUARE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/saturdays-on-the-square) - Family entertainment will take centre stage at Saturdays on the Square - a new monthly event for Ashton town centre. Building on the success of the previously trialled Fridays on the Square, this initiative is funded by the Government’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) for Communities and Place and organised by Tameside Council. Saturdays on
- [TAMESIDE 50 – EXECUTIVE LEADERS OF TAMESIDE COUNCIL](http://abouttameside.co.uk/tameside-50-executive-leaders-of-tameside-council-2) - We profile some of the leaders of Tameside Council over the past 50 years. Councillor Roy Oldham Roy Oldham was Executive Leader of Tameside metropolitan borough council since 1980 when the council began unbroken Labour control which still continues to this day. He was born in Mottram, Greater Manchester, and lived there for the rest
- [TROPHY NOMINATIONS OPEN](http://abouttameside.co.uk/trophy-nominations-open) - The nominations for the 2024 Martyn Hett Memorial Trophy are now open. The trophy was first presented in 2017 in the aftermath of the Manchester Arena bomb atrocity, on May 22nd of that year, that claimed 22 victims. One of those was Martyn Hett, son of Paul Hett, who owned the Fishing and Trophy shop
- [ASHTON SCI FI SPECIAL GUEST](http://abouttameside.co.uk/ashton-sci-fi-special-guest) - This year’s Ashton Sci-Fi Day is looking to be one of the best organised by Hyde Fundraisers. The group of volunteers who create their own sci-fi and superhero characters to raise funds for charity will be all hands-on deck for the event on July 6th. Once again, they are working with Tameside Markets, Ladysmith Shopping
- [HYDE EXPO](http://abouttameside.co.uk/hyde-expo) - The Hyde Expo event, organised by Hyde Together CIC, at Clarendon Square on Friday May 24th brought together many charities and community organisations. Groups included Hyde Festival Theatre, Friends Of The Hyde Loop, Diversity Matters, Hyde Methodist Church and Hyde Community Art Group. The event was also taking place the day of the annual Whit
- [CRIMEWATCHERS COMMUNITY DOGSHOW](http://abouttameside.co.uk/crimewatchers-community-dogshow) - The Crimewatchers group based in Droylsden hosted a fun dog show at The Pig On The Wall on June 9th. Raffle prizes at the event included prizes to win Peter Kay tickets, signed shirts and a football by Manchester City players, a chauffeur driven Limousine for the day and chance to win a Porsche 911
- [TAMESIDE ROTARY DISTRIBUTE £7000 TO LOCAL COMMUNITY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/tameside-rotary-distribute-7000-to-local-community) - On 11 June 2024, Tameside Rotary held a presentation evening, attended by eighty people, to celebrate local community groups and organisations whose applications to Tameside Rotary’s ‘Small Grants, Big Difference’ initiative had been successful. The cash awards were given to twenty five local groups from across the Borough supporting a range of groups and organiations.
- [TAMESIDE 50 – EXECUTIVE LEADERS OF TAMESIDE COUNCIL](http://abouttameside.co.uk/tameside-50-executive-leaders-of-tameside-council) - We profile some of the leaders of Tameside Council over the past 50 years. Councillor Kieran Quinn Droylsden’s Councillor Quinn was first elected to Tameside Council in 1994 becoming the Executive Leader in 2010 having previously held the Economic Development portfolio in the Executive Cabinet for ten years. He took over as Executive Leader at
- [ASHTON PAINT JAM BRINGS TOP ARTISTS TO TOWN](http://abouttameside.co.uk/ashton-paint-jam-brings-top-artists-to-town) - Ashton Paint Jam brought a burst of colour and creativity as Ashton hosted its first ever Street Art Festival, on Saturday 18th May. The ‘Ashton Paint Jam’ was a fantastic and fun one-day event bringing together some of the UK’s top street artists in Ashton, giving everyone the unique opportunity to have a front row
- [JURASSIC BRICKS EVENT SUCCESS FOR CAMERON](http://abouttameside.co.uk/jurassic-bricks-event-success-for-cameron) - On Sunday April 28th Dukinfield Golf Club hosted a charity event organised by teenager Cameron McWiggan to raise funds for the Neonatal Unit at Tameside Hospital. The event ‘Jurassic Bricks’ featured a wide variety of Lego displays along with large dinosaur models for children to pose with. So, we asked Cameron what sparked the idea
- [FLOWER FESTIVAL BLOOMS FUNDS FOR HOSPICE CARE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/flower-festival-blooms-funds-for-hospice-care) - Hundreds of people enjoyed Willow Wood’s popular Flower Festival last month, which raised over £6,000 in support of patient care at the Hospice. The event was formally opened on Saturday 11th May by Ashton-under-Lyne MP Angela Rayner, along with Willow Wood Hospice’s new Chief Executive Officer, Tracy Minshull. Local residents packed into the Hospice, based
- [TAMESIDE FACTS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/tameside-facts) - Ashton Market Hall caught fire on the 25th May 2004 completely devastating the interior and displacing the businesses within. With the outside structure intact work commenced to bring the market hall back from the ashes. After being housed in the temporary Phoenix Market Hall on Old Cross Street car park Ashton Market Hall re-opened in
- [K-9 BACK IN ACTION](http://abouttameside.co.uk/k-9-back-in-action) - This year’s Ashton Sci-Fi event on July 6th will see the return of Doctor Who’s robot dog K-9! The classic character assisted Dr Who number 4 (Tom Baker) before making a return with David Tennant in the episode School Reunion and then Sarah Jane Adventures. The Hyde Fundraisers model is based on the School Reunion
- [TAMESIDE AT 50](http://abouttameside.co.uk/tameside-at-50) - On the 1st of April 1974, local Government had a huge shake up when nine towns – Ashton, Audenshaw, Denton, Droylsden, Dukinfield, Hyde, Longdendale, Mossley and Stalybridge came under the administration of Metropolitan Borough of Tameside and became part of the new Greater Manchester County Council. The total population at that time was 223,000, and
- [THANKS TO LOCAL STUDIES VOLUNTEERS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/thanks-to-local-studies-volunteers) - Hard working local studies volunteers received a personal thank you from the Civic Mayor of Tameside, Cllr Tafheen Sharif, at a celebratory event held at the archives centre on Cotton Street, Ashton. Over the current financial year, more than 3,000 hours have been volunteered across Tameside Cultural Services – which also includes museums, galleries, arts
- [HISTORY OF CLARENDON SQUARE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/history-of-clarendon-square) - In the early 18th century, the area where Hyde was born was largely agricultural, with small hamlets, the largest being Gee Cross village, at the base of Werneth Low. Owing to the availability of good local water sources, along with rapid advances in the spinning industry, it was an attractive place for entrepreneurs of the
- [INTERNATIONAL WOMENS DAY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/international-womens-day) - Various events took place to celebrate this year’s International Women’s Day. For International Women’s Day 2024, Bromley’s Solicitors joined forces with GM Business Growth Hub, Tameside Council and Build a Business to deliver a Brunch and Learn Event in Tameside. Joined by Civic Mayor of Tameside, Cllr Tafheen Sharif, the event was an excellent opportunity
- [FIGHT TO SAVE CHURCH](http://abouttameside.co.uk/fight-to-save-church) - The fight is on to save Ashton's historic church with two spires. St James' on Cowhill Lane has been a focal point for the area around Penny Meadow for 160 years, but sadly, like many other churches has struggled to survive in the 21st Century. Attendances on Sundays have dwindled to an all-time low while
- [MAYOR'S BOLLYWOOD BALL FOR CHARITY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/mayors-bollywood-ball-for-charity) - Bollywood came to Tameside for the Civic Mayor’s charity ball at Dukinfield Town Hall on Saturday, March 2. Entertainment was provided by the multi-award-winning Ri Ri’s Dance Academy; Dhol Drummers and pioneer of UK Bhangra music, Joga Singh; and the menu featured authentic Indian food (including vegetarian option) as well as a more traditional choice.
- [MICHAEL GETS IN GB LACROSSE TRAINING SQUAD](http://abouttameside.co.uk/michael-gets-in-gb-lacrosse-training-squad) - Back in 2022 we featured Denton’s Michael Pomfret raising funds to secure a place on the GB Lacrosse team to play in the World Games in Birmingham Alabama USA. The world games are for sports trying to get into the Olympics and lacrosse was one tick away from the 2028 Olympics in LA USA. Lacrosse
- [STREETFEST IS BACK](http://abouttameside.co.uk/streetfest-is-back) - Stalybridge Street Fest is back for another year with a whopping eight food and family fun events set to bring a menu of tasty treats from April to November for 2024. The events will once again be funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund for Communities and Place, which was awarded to Tameside Council to
- [NEW ONE STOP COMMUNITY STORE FOR NEWTON](http://abouttameside.co.uk/new-one-stop-community-store-for-newton) - Residents in Newton have seen the old Clarence pub brought back into use once again with investment to create a fresh new store. The new One Stop Convenience store is stocked with a wide variety of items with special offers that change every fortnight. Another vital addition for the local community is a modern post
- [DISCOVER NOTNED](http://abouttameside.co.uk/discover-notned) - Not Ned are a 3-piece band from Denton, Manchester, that take their name from their hometown “Denton” backwards. They originally started life as a 5 piece with two guitars and keys but have since reduced to today’s line up, but don’t be fooled as these guys pack a full punch for a 3 Piece! The
- [HAPPY ANNIVERSARY CINEWORLD](http://abouttameside.co.uk/happy-anniversary-cineworld) - Back in 2003 the new Ashton Moss Leisure Park welcomed the areas first multiplex cinema by the Cineworld Cinema chain. The opening was attended by the then groups Chair, Steve Weiner who was joined by Councillor Kieran Quinn at a special opening event. At the time the management team featured General Manager Francis Lamb, along
- [WILDLIFE WINS AT MOSSLEY SOUP](http://abouttameside.co.uk/wildlife-wins-at-mossley-soup) - Tameside’s People 4 Wildlife delivered the winning presentation at the latest Mossley SOUP event, securing £1,721 raised by event attendees. On Thursday 2nd November, Mossley SOUP volunteers welcomed over 160 diners to Emmaus Mossley for their fifteenth event, sponsored by Premier Kia. Attendees donated £5 each in return for soup, entertainment, presentations from four local
- [FUNDRAISING FOR FLORENCE TEAM AT MAYOR’S PARLOUR](http://abouttameside.co.uk/fundraising-for-florence-team-at-mayors-parlour) - Florence Croce, from Dukinfield, had the honour of attending The Mayor’s Parlour at Dukinfield Town Hall in November. Florence, her family and supporters were presented with ‘Certificates of Achievement’ on behalf of the work they have undertaken and funds they have raised. Florence suffers from a rare life limiting degenerative condition called late infantile GM1.
- [A FOND FAREWELL TO KONGS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/a-fond-farewell-to-kongs) - An iconic Hyde chippy will close its doors for the last time on December 23rd, after 50 years of service to the community. Grandfather, Cha Sing, came to England, from Canton in China and settled in Liverpool, working in the laundry business. After the Second World War, he moved to Hyde, opening a laundry at
- [SLEIGH, SON AND BOOTH – A CENTENARY OF SERVICE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/sleigh-son-and-booth-a-centenary-of-service) - An important milestone has been celebrated this Summer by Sleigh & Son which opened their first practice in Denton back in 1923. Started by Harold S Sleigh the business started by offering the core services of wills, probate and conveyancing at 15, Hyde Road in Denton. The branch in Droylsden opened its doors in 1929
- [HOWARD'S PICTURES FROM ASHTON'S PAST](http://abouttameside.co.uk/howards-pictures-from-ashtons-past) - Howard Murphy has had a keen interest in photography for many years and has worked in the Ashton Town Centre Management office and as part of Tameside Markets team. Each issue he will share some gems from his collection. Many events will be held across Tameside this year with a Christmas theme including light switch-ons,
- [DROYLSDEN FOODBANK REACHES 10 YEAR MILESTONE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/droylsden-foodbank-reaches-10-year-milestone) - During 2013 a number of meetings were held to discuss the setting up of a foodbank in Droylsden. There were other food banks in Tameside but none in our area. After careful consideration it was decided that Droylsden & District foodbank would be set up under the umbrella of the Trussell Trust to provide for
- [CHRISTMAS IS COMING](http://abouttameside.co.uk/christmas-is-coming) - Tameside’s spectacular Christmas Lantern Parade will take place on Saturday 18 November in Ashton town centre and will light the way for festivities across the borough.Last year’s exciting parade brought a stunning and magical combination of local performers, lanterns, music, and puppets providing an electric atmosphere and festive extravaganza enjoyed by families and all ages.This
- [AMAZING FINALISTS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/amazing-finalists) - This month sees the winners announced for this year’s Amazing Ashton Awards event taking place at the Village Hotel on November 2nd. The awards, sponsored by Ladysmith Shopping Centre, sees businesses and fundraisers recognised for their contributions to the community. This year’s shortlist of nominees has been revealed by the centre which features some well
- [ROTARY FASHION FUNDRAISER](http://abouttameside.co.uk/rotary-fashion-fundraiser) - Hot on the heels of the Tameside Rotary holding their fundraising Beer Festival the group celebrated more fundraising success in October. Their fashion show, which took place at the 4C Community Centre on Taunton Road in Ashton, featured the latest Autumn/Winter collections from Fizz fashion. Also attending the event was the Civic Mayor of Tameside,
- [REMEMBRANCE SERVICES IN TAMESIDE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/remembrance-services-in-tameside) - Over the weekend of November 11 and 12, Tameside’s towns, villages and communities will again be holding services and ceremonies to remember those who fell in the two world wars and many other conflicts. The Civic Mayor, Cllr Tafheen Sharif, said: “During the 20th century British forces, which included troops from the whole Commonwealth –
- [WILLOW WOOD'S LADIES ONLY FUNDRAISER](http://abouttameside.co.uk/willow-woods-ladies-only-fundraiser) - Ladies indulged in an unforgettable evening of glamour and entertainment with ‘Peckers’ an exclusive ladies-only night which raised vital funds for Willow Wood Hospice in Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester, to support patient care. The inaugural event was the brainchild of Danni Carnegie, who runs an Oldham-based cleaning company called ‘Done and Dusted’. One of her cleaners,
- [SCI FI SATURDAY COMING TO HYDE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/sci-fi-saturday-coming-to-hyde) - Saturday October 7th sees Hyde Market Hall hosting a number of attractions to celebrate Sci Fi Saturday in the town centre. Tameside Markets, in partnership with Hyde Fundraisers, are providing a free ‘out of this world’ event for families and sci fi fans to enjoy. Key attractions located on the first floor of the Market
- [LIGHTS, CAMERA, ASHTON!](http://abouttameside.co.uk/lights-camera-ashton-2) - Film crews descended onto Ashton town centre for two days this week, Sunday and Monday, with the action centred around Market Avenue. In particular Argenti Jewellers was given a makeover to become Bentham's jewellers for the ITV drama Ridley currently filming its second series. The star of the series, Adrian Dunbar – well known from
- [CARNIVAL PARADE HIGHLIGHT OF WEAVE EVENT](http://abouttameside.co.uk/carnival-parade-highlight-of-weave-event) - A spectacular parade of giant puppets, dancing and music was the highlight of Weave arts festival in Stalybridge town centre on Saturday 9 September. The free family event took place in and around Armentieres Square, Stalybridge, included carnival performances, music, dancing, street theatre and creative workshops. Weave is part of Historic England’s collaborative ‘Hi! Street
- [FAMILY FOODIES](http://abouttameside.co.uk/family-foodies) - Last month The Indian Plaza in Audenshaw was proud to win the Best Asian Restaurant in the North Of England at the prestigious Asian Restaurant Awards 2023. The awards ceremony, in association with Just Eat, took place at Manchester’s Hilton Hotel on July 31st where Plaza owner Mafuz Mia accepted the accolade, Addressing an audience
- [BEER FESTIVAL COMES TO HYDE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/beer-festival-comes-to-hyde) - Tameside Beer Festival, now in its 11th year, is moving to a new venue for 2023 – the iconic Hyde Town Hall. This well-loved Tameside fundraising fixture will be held on Friday and Saturday, 22 and 23 September at Hyde Town Hall, Corporation Street, Hyde, SK14 1AL, opening at 12 noon and closing at 11
- [HYDE MELA 3](http://abouttameside.co.uk/hyde-mela-3) - A Mela is a market with entertainment that celebrates something. In recent years many towns and cities with large Asian descent populations have held them.
- [GEE CROSS FETE SUCCESS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/gee-cross-fete-success) - Visitors enjoyed a fantastic Gee Cross Fete on Sunday July 2nd with stalls, brass band, Scruffs Dog Show and many other attractions.
- [DISPLAY DEBUT FOR DROYLSDEN’S ELLIOT](http://abouttameside.co.uk/display-debut-for-droylsdens-elliot) - Having developed his artistic skills at Droylsden Academy and Ashton Sixth Form College he relishes the opportunity to display his work at Hyde Market Hall
- [Friday food and fun in Ashton](http://abouttameside.co.uk/friday-food-and-fun-in-ashton) - The events welcome all ages to join in the fun with great food, drink, art activities, and music to help bring vibrancy and community to the town centre.
- [RAYVENS GALLERY DEBUT](http://abouttameside.co.uk/rayvens-gallery-debut) - On the 14th July 2023 Rayven achieved her first art exhibition supported by The People’s Gallery on Melbourne Street, Stalybridge. Rayven exhibited for three days with success and the public turned up in groups ready to view and question her artwork in a relaxed artistic ambiance with food, music and wine. Rayven’s work is about
- [ASHTON MEMORIES](http://abouttameside.co.uk/ashton-memories) - The teams behind the Metro cinema and Tameside Hippodrome have been out in the community to gather memories of old Ashton and also share their plans. Andy Kleek of Monopoly Events that are dealing with the Metro along with Keith Dalby-Oldham, CEO of Ashton Empire Hippodrome (Building) Ltd were at Hurst Hall Care Centre on
- [POWER TO CHANGE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/power-to-change) - The Vale in Mossley was host to a special screening on Thursday July 13th with special guests and volunteers attending to see Power To Change. The film, produced in 2021, tells the story of five people – EJ, a young man drawn into gang culture – Lorraine who lost her son to knife crime, Gerald
- [LOOKING BACK AT TAMESIDE CANAL FESTIVAL](http://abouttameside.co.uk/looking-back-at-tameside-canal-festival) - Beginning in 1975, the Tameside Canal Festival was initially set up by members of the Huddersfield Narrow Boat Society. With the support of the Inland Waters Association (Manchester Branch), North Cheshire Cruising Club, and the Peak Forest Canal Association, boats came from far and wide, to celebrate all things canal based. Its purpose was to
- [ARTISAN PIZZA IS HERE IN TAMESIDE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/artisan-pizza-is-here-in-tameside) - If you are a pizza fan then the big news is that Fireaway Pizza has come to Tameside with the opening of their new restaurant at 160, Market Street in Hyde. It’s over 5 years that Fireaway has been creating delicious fast fired pizzas that combine traditional Italian methods of preparation with innovative flavour combinations,
- [GREENPOWER CHALLENGE BIGGER THAN EVER](http://abouttameside.co.uk/greenpower-challenge-bigger-than-ever) - Tameside College hosts its biggest ever ‘Greenpower Challenge’ event to inspire young engineers. The Greenpower Challenge, which is hosted each year by the college, sees pupils from local schools build, test and then race electric kit cars. The event is designed to allow them to experience careers in STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths). With
- [COLLEGE AWARDS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/college-awards) - Students are stars of the show at Tameside College and Clarendon Sixth Form College’s annual student of the year awards. Family, friends, teachers and VIPs gathered at Clarendon Sixth Form College’s Brooke Vincent theatre, to celebrate the achievements of students from the college, on Wednesday 7th June. One student from each subject area was presented
- [BLUE LIGHT DAY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/blue-light-day) - Hyde’s Blue Light Day organised by Hyde Together CIC and Tameside Markets took place on June 24th. The event featured pop up appearances by the Police, Greater Manchester Fire and |Rescue, Community First Responders and Greater Manchester Blood Bikes. Also attending to celebrate their 100th anniversary was the Hyde branch of the RNLI to mark
- [MOSQUE COMMUNITY VISIT](http://abouttameside.co.uk/mosque-community-visit) - On Friday July 7th, Ashton councillors, MP Jonathan Reynolds and Executive Leader of Tameside Council, Councillor Ged Cooney were invited to Ashton Central Mosque. Also joining them was the Civic Mayor, Councillor Councillor Tafheen Sharif and Kevin Taylor BEM, Chair of Ashton Town Team. Hosted by the Imam Ghulam Moyhuddin, the event introduced attendees to the
- [OUT OF THIS WORLD](http://abouttameside.co.uk/out-of-this-world) - Ashton town centre celebrated the world of Sci Fi and Superheroes on July 1st with the help of Hyde Fundraisers. The event, sponsored by Ladysmith Shopping Centre, Arcades Shopping Centre and Ashton Market, proved a huge success for the volunteer group who have been operating since 1985. During the day shoppers found themselves meeting R2D2,
- [YOUTH PROJECT SCREENS ZOMBIE MOVIE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/youth-project-screens-zombie-movie) - Prime Active Communities PAC Creative Group Zombie movie made by young people was screened at St Barnabas meeting point in Hattersley on July 6th. The project gained a lot of local support including Councillor Jacqueline Owen and former Councillor Janet Cooper making appearances. The event was also attended by local Police officers that supported the
- [CORONATION CELEBRATIONS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/coronation-celebrations) - The Coronation of The King and The Queen Consort will take place at Westminster Abbey on Saturday 6th May 2023. The event will see a Bank Holiday weekend of celebrations that will conclude on Monday May 8th. This weekend sees the first events in the build up to Coronation Celebrations in Denton town centre. Organised
- [REMEMBERING JOHN FELLOWES](http://abouttameside.co.uk/remembering-john-fellowes) - Heartfelt tributes have been paid to Willow Wood Hospice patron and legendary fundraiser John Fellowes, who has sadly passed away. John devoted over two decades of his life to fundraising for the Ashton-based hospice. He died peacefully on Tuesday 28 March surrounded by his loved ones in the very hospice he helped to build. Friends,
- [LIGHTS, CAMERA... ASHTON!](http://abouttameside.co.uk/lights-camera-ashton) - This year Ashton town centre has been host to camera crews filming the latest drama for BBC 1 in the town centre. Adapted from the novel by Jo Bloom RIDLEY ROAD is a new drama written and adapted for television by award-winning writer Sarah Solemani (Barry, Aphrodite Fry) and has been commissioned for BBC One.
- [HYDE’S DALEKS INVADE CHANNEL 4](http://abouttameside.co.uk/hyde-fundraisers-channel-4-drama) - Russell T Davies new series on Channel 4 – It’s A Sin – has already proved a big hit with viewers. The five-part drama started on January 22nd and follows the story of the 1980s, the story of AIDS, and charts the joy and heartbreak of a group of friends across a decade in which
- [EXOTIC NEW BUSINESS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/exotic-new-business) - We are all familiar with our usual fruit selections from a local greengrocer or supermarket but Sam Swinburn found himself finding more of the exotic fruits. His experiences lead him to start Alkaline_Exotics on Instagram offering a bespoke small or medium box of unusual and different exotic fruits. These include the Mangosteen, which are sweet
- [CHARITY CYCLE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/charity-cycle) - We are all acutely aware of the impact the pandemic has had on charities across the country with traditional fundraising a major casualty. Tameside’s Marc Cox decided he wanted to do something to help those charities dealing with homelessness and people in need. His passion to raise funds has resulted in a charity bike ride
- [ASHTON BECOMES STAR ATTRACTION AGAIN](http://abouttameside.co.uk/ashton-becomes-star-attraction-again) - Hot on the heels as a filming location for BBC drama Ridley Road last year Ashton town centre became another filming location in February. Filming crews from Red Productions returned to Stamford Street transforming the former Bright Ideas/Corlett Interiors shop into Hannibals Animals. The fictional shop was being used for a new Netflix drama Stay
- [Memory Lane - Part One](http://abouttameside.co.uk/memory-lane-part-one) - Step back in time. This month we are delighted to celebrate our local history with some vintage photographs and articles to highlight our shops, events, speedway heroes and much more. We work closely with Tameside Local Studies & Archives and to find the latest information about the services available please check the website: www.tameside.gov.uk/archives opening
- [Memory Lane - Part two](http://abouttameside.co.uk/memory-lane-part-two) - Smile! - Reporter archive pictures Tameside’s rich heritage A window to Tameside’s past is being opened as thousands of photographs are brought back to life for the very first time in decades.Capturing the borough’s rich heritage, they are all part of the Tameside Reporter’s photographic archive and are now going online for everyone to enjoy.‘SMILE!
- [Memory Lane - Part three](http://abouttameside.co.uk/memory-lane-part-three) - FIGHTING LIKE TIGERS HYDE FC, who were founded in 1885, will always be remembered for their 26-0 FA Cup defeat byPreston in 1887. But they enjoyed a purple patch in the 1890s, winning four championships.The club moved to Ewen Fields in 1906 after merging with Hyde St George's.After the First World War Hyde were refounded
- [Memory Lane - Part four](http://abouttameside.co.uk/memory-lane-part-four) - Bygone Businesses As shops gear up to hopefully, re-open on the 12th April we can look back at those we remember from days gone by. With this in mind, we must all make an effort to support our local businesses. Tameside Local Studies & Archive Centre have a huge selection of old photographs available online
- [Memory Lane - Part five](http://abouttameside.co.uk/memory-lane-part-five) - A walk in the past... A click through the image archive of Tameside Council reveals some great moments captured from our towns over the years. Enjoy our step through times gone by… Here we have a fascinating image from Stalybridge in the early 1980’s highlighting Grosvenor Square showing Lipton’s supermarket along with the Cellar 5
- [Memory Lane - Part six](http://abouttameside.co.uk/memory-lane-part-six) - HOWARD’S PICTURES FROM THE PAST… Small independent shops and businesses play a vital part in attracting shoppers and visitors to local towns. In Ashton over the years we’ve had and still have a diverse range of local independent shops to buy from and browse in. Featured here are some of those gone but not forgotten
- [Memory Lane - Part seven](http://abouttameside.co.uk/memory-lane-part-seven) - From Mossley to Melbourne As the new speedway season roars into action next month, About Tameside has recently caught up with one of the borough’s former riders, Mike Hampson – once the sport’s Conference League Riders Champion (CLRC). Mike, formerly of Mossley but now residing in the sunnier climes of Melbourne, Australia gave us an
- [FREE RAPID TESTING FOR ALL AS COVID RESTRICTIONS EASED](http://abouttameside.co.uk/free-rapid-testing-for-all-as-covid-restrictions-eased) - As of Friday 9 April all Tameside residents are able to access free, regular, rapid coronavirus testing as part of the easing of COVID restrictions. Alongside the rollout of the vaccine, regular testing of those without symptoms is an essential part of the easing of restrictions as it will help to quickly suppress the spread
- [AIR CON NEED REFRESHING?](http://abouttameside.co.uk/air-con-need-refreshing) - The cold days we had this winter could mean that you may have switched off your air conditioning until the weather warms up, but is that the right thing to do? The short answer is NO don’t switch it off completely, you should run it at least every couple of weeks for a short spell
- [NON ESSENTIAL RETAIL & GYMS RE-OPEN](http://abouttameside.co.uk/non-essential-retail-gyms-re-open) - Non essential businesses, gyms and personal care will be opening from April 12th seeing businesses including clothing stores, homeware, carpet stores, electronic goods and mobile phone shops back open once again. Joining them will be personal care facilities and close contact services that includes hair, beauty and nail salons, body and skin piercing services, tattoo
- [NEW ARTISAN MARKET FOR ASHTON](http://abouttameside.co.uk/new-artisan-market-for-ashton) - A VIBRANT new artisan market is to run in Ashton on the last Saturday of every month to boost the local shopping offer. Ashton Artisan market, which launches on Saturday 24 April, will be held in Ashton Market Square and involve up to 100 traders selling a range of high quality handmade artisan goods and
- [PANTRY OPENS AT CEDAR PARK](http://abouttameside.co.uk/pantry-opens-at-cedar-park) - A weekly Pantry Store has opened in Cedar Park, Hurst Ashton. Supported by local volunteers, Ashton United In The Community, Smallshaw Hurst Children’s Community and St John’s the Evangelist Church and Tameside Youth Service they have guided local people to set up their own organisation, Smallshaw Hurst Community Action Group. This comes off the back
- [STAGE IS SET FOR KEVIN](http://abouttameside.co.uk/stage-is-set-for-kevin) - Kevin Donkor, a performing arts student at Clarendon Sixth Form College has successfully secured a place at the prestigious ArtsEd drama school. ArtsEd is one of the UK’s most prestigious performing arts training centres, located close to London’s west end theatres. Its alumni include Julie Andrews, Darcey Bussell, Will Young and Martin Clunes. Kevin, a
- [FUNDRAISING TUNE FOR WILLOW WOOD](http://abouttameside.co.uk/fundraising-tune-for-willow-wood) - Father and son musical duo Man & Boy have released a single to raise funds for Willow Wood and in less than a month have already sold hundreds of copies, raising £512 for the Hospice. Man & Boy, also known as Dave and Alfie Summersgill, live in Stalybridge and the song entitled 36 Years is
- [CANCER WARRIORS OPEN FOR BUSINESS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/cancer-warriors-open-for-business) - The pandemic has impacted many services across Tameside, but Cancer Warriors has continued work to support those with the disease. The team are delighted that the Stalybridge shop has been able to open offering even more support. The information and support centre on Melbourne Street Stalybridge recently celebrated its third anniversary and is open Tuesday
- [CHARITY MATCH WILL REMEMBER DEREK AND SUPPORT NHS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/charity-match-will-remember-derek-and-support-nhs) - Manchester City former players football team has raised millions for local and national charities for the last thirty years. The three-man organisation team that co-ordinates the fundraising matches includes a member from Stockport Peter Barnes, Allan Grafton MBE from Manchester and Derek Partridge from Denton. The Manchester City former players football team play approx six
- [VOTE FOR ASHTON INDEPENDENT BUSINESSES](http://abouttameside.co.uk/vote-for-ashton-independent-businesses) - Shoppers can vote for their favourite independent business based in Ashton Town Centre this month online in the Ashton Town Team Awards. You can vote until 30th June at www.ashtonsmallbiz.co.uk with the winners announced on July 4th – Independents Day! The Ashton Independent Business Awards are once again sponsored by Bromleys Solicitors LLP. Paul Westwell,
- [DROYLSDEN'S ELLIOT GETS CREATIVE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/droylsdens-elliot-gets-creative) - In the past year many people have found new creative outlets during lockdown and one of them is sixteen-year-old Droylsden Academy student Elliot Davey. The past year has seen his creative talents come to the fore by drawing and colouring some amazing pictures on his drawing tablet. Subjects have included classic horror imagery like Frankenstein
- [MEET THE MAITLANDS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/meet-the-maitlands) - Tameside, Ashton in particular, has been a big inspiration for local band The Maitlands. The group was started by Carl L Ingram (Vocalist) and Francis Moran (Guitar) about 6 years ago after working in another band together. Saul Gerrard (drums) joined a few years later and then Matt Byrne (Bass), Stephen Ackley (Guitar) and most
- [FORMER APPRENTICE BUILDS FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/former-apprentice-builds-for-future-generations) - Harrison Turner, former apprentice at Tameside College, is helping develop the future for the next generation of construction students. Harrison, who began his career studying carpentry and joinery, is now assistant build manager for the college’s brand new Construction Skills Centre. After completing his apprenticeship, Harrison studied a degree in project management at Salford University
- [FAREWELL DR RON HILL MBE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/farewell-dr-ron-hill-mbe) - About Tameside joins many in mourning the loss of one of the borough's extrodinary individuals - Dr Ron Hill MBE who's passing was announced on May 23rd. Ron Hill, who had lived in Hyde, came to prominence in the 1960s. He represented Great Britain in the 1964 and 1972 Olympics and won marathon gold at
- [Totally Storytime](http://abouttameside.co.uk/totally-storytime) - As restrictions ease families are now looking for attractions to enjoy in the area and the latest has opened in Ashton town centre. Located on the site of the former Metro Cinema, Totally Storytime celebrates the world of children’s books with a journey through some of the most popular. Dedicated displays bring the magic to
- [QUEENS AWARD FOR LOCAL CHARITIES](http://abouttameside.co.uk/queens-award-for-local-charities) - The highest award given to charitable organisations, the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, was awarded to 241 organisations across the UK on June 2nd, as the Minister for Civil Society and Youth hailed volunteers as “the backbone of local communities” during the national recovery from COVID-19. Charities, social enterprises and voluntary groups from England, Wales,
- [BOUNDARY CHANGE CONSULTATION](http://abouttameside.co.uk/boundary-change-consultation) - New boundaries are being proposed for council wards in Tameside. The Local Government Boundary Commission wants to hear what residents and local organisations think about the proposals. A 10-week consultation on the proposals will run until 09 August 2021. The Commission is the independent body that draws these boundaries. It is reviewing Tameside Council to
- [MAYORS MARKET MEANDER](http://abouttameside.co.uk/mayors-market-meander) - Civic Mayor Councillor Janet Cooper and Consort Mr Dennis Fitzpatrick were invited by Ashton Town Team to visit the new monthly Artisan Market at the end of May. Organised by The Market Co in association with Tameside Markets, the first two events have already proved hugely successful and has been a great addition to the
- [SPENCER’S BIKE CHALLENGE FOR CHARITY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/spencers-bike-challenge-for-charity) - More familiar creating jewellery and repairing beloved pieces Spencer Grady is leaving his workshop this month for a good cause. The owner of Grade A Jewellery in Ashton will be taking on a bicycle challenge to raise funds for Reubens Retreat. His coast-to-coast ride will take him from Whitehaven to Sunderland – that’s a 131
- [REMEMBERING DEE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/remembering-dee) - Visiting Ashton’s Ladysmith Shopping Centre a few years ago you may have seen Doreen Stroud – or Dee to her friends - working hard cleaning the mall and maybe having a friendly chat with shoppers. In early June the news came that Dee had passed away after returning home following an operation to remove cancer.
- [RECRUITMENT DRIVE UNDER WAY AS BROMLEYS SEES UPSURGE IN DEMAND](http://abouttameside.co.uk/recruitment-drive-under-way-as-bromleys-sees-upsurge-in-demand) - Law firm Bromleys has embarked on a recruitment drive amid increasing demand for its services as confidence grows with the end of lockdown on the horizon. The award-winning Tameside practice has added four staff in recent weeks across its care proceedings and children services, corporate and commercial and family teams. The new arrivals are solicitors
- [LOVE STALYBRIDGE CAMPAIGN RAISES CHARITY FUNDS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/love-stalybridge-campaign-raises-charity-funds) - With Stalybridge gearing up for its first FOODIE FRIDAY event organised by The Market Co and Tameside Markets you might spot a few I Love Stalybridge shirts amongst the crowd. The idea was the brainchild of Matt Gough at his Stalybridge creative, design and print business Myzizi that already produces T-shirts, hoodies, banners, flyers and
- [CLASS OF 2021 SECURE APPRENTICESHIPS WITH TOP EMPLOYERS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/class-of-2021-secure-apprenticeships-with-top-employers) - Pre-apprenticeship students at Tameside College have secured apprenticeship roles with top engineering companies in the local area. The pre-apprenticeship programme at the college provides training for students to progress into the world of work such as basic engineering techniques, employability, CV writing and interview skills. Twelve of the students on the programme will begin apprenticeships
- [ASHTON’S WINNING INDEPENDENTS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/ashtons-winning-independents) - During May and June Ashton Town Team were encouraging shoppers to nominate their favourite independent businesses for the Ashton Independent Business Awards 2021 sponsored by Bromleys Solicitors LLP. Once the top 3 nominated businesses had been selected is was up to this years judges to select a winner in each category. Judges for this year’s
- [DESIGNS ON MUSIC](http://abouttameside.co.uk/designs-on-music) - After doing art at Clarendon College 17 year old Ethan Booth from Dukinfield had hopes of forging a career as a tattooist. But things never quite work out the way you expect as he found himself learning the guitar and everything changed. We caught up with the young busker to discover why his musical interest
- [ACTIVE HYDE LAUNCHES NEW POOL](http://abouttameside.co.uk/active-hyde-launches-new-pool) - The brand new state-of the-art swimming pool at Active Hyde is now open! And it’s set to make health, fitness, and wellbeing waves across our communities for generations to come. The six-lane, 25 metre pool has a smart new dedicated changing village, poolside spectator seating and accessible facilities to ensure EVERYONE can enjoy everything it
- [CENTENARY FOR DENTON MEMORIAL](http://abouttameside.co.uk/centenary-for-denton-memorial) - July 24th marked 100 years since the Denton War Memorial in Victoria Park was dedicated. The memorial was constructed by Messrs J and J Hirst of Market Street, Denton, who were also co-designers. The other party was Arnold Radcliffe, son of Mr Clarence Radcliffe of Radcliffe and Ogden, Silk Hat Manufacturers of Howard Lane. Having
- [AMAZING AWARDS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/amazing-awards) - Ladysmith Shopping Centre launches this years “Amazing Ashton Awards” to showcase local’s outstanding contributions to the community Do you know an individual, group of people, charity or organisation who deserves recognition for the great things they do to make the Ashton community amazing? Ladysmith Shopping Centre wants to hear from you! Ladysmith is proud to
- [PUTTING THE FUNK INTO JAZZ](http://abouttameside.co.uk/putting-the-funk-into-jazz) - Perhaps our expectations of Jazz groups comes from the stereotypical smoky room filled with forty somethings, smooth saxophone and soulful singer. Well throw those thoughts away as we meet Tameside’s Jazz Funk group MU23. The group is made up of Bradley Gore (Saxophone), Vivek Mistry (Saxophone), Nick Bramald (Trumpet), George Mathieson (Trumpet), Rishit Dhoot (Keys),
- [RESULTS SUCCESS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/results-success) - Students at Clarendon Sixth Form College are delighted after another year of outstanding A Level and vocational results, with many accepting places at top universities. Students have achieved an impressive 100% pass rate and 68% high grades (A*-B) overall for A Levels. Hannah Tyler, a former Denton Community College pupil, was accepted into the prestigious
- [ARTISAN SCI FI EVENTS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/artisan-sci-fi-events) - This month the Artisan Markets in Hyde and Ashton will be out of this world with visits from Hyde Fundraisers and their menagerie of characters. In addition, there will be memorabilia available from Time Tunnel plus a visit from the team at Cancer Warriors too. In Hyde the group will also be joined by The
- [CELEBRATING HERITAGE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/celebrating-heritage) - Tameside will celebrate local Heritage this September with the theme of Edible England. Throughout the whole month there will be an online exhibition on traditional Lancashire food www.tameside.gov.uk/archives, plus Junior History Club activities. As we celebrate our local heritage this September here are a few events we have highlighted for you to enjoy. Thursday 2nd
- [CHURCH GETS HELP](http://abouttameside.co.uk/church-gets-help) - St Barnabus Church in Hattersley, Hyde had a boost in refurbishment and repair campaign thanks to contractor Fortem. Fortem are the repairs and maintenance contractor for Onward Homes and carried out some substantial (and free) refurbishment works as part of their management trainee programme. The work at St Barnabus was the successful community project nominated
- [TOWN TEAM'S SUMMER EVENT](http://abouttameside.co.uk/town-teams-summer-event) - On Saturday August 21st Ashton Town Team teamed up for a special event on Ashton Market Ground with Tameside Markets. Despite the rain attractions included Archery ,Climbing Wall, the Real Deal Record Fair, Town Team Tombola stall with entertainment from local musician Ethan Booth. There was also a martial arts demonstration by the popular Sitsiam
- [JACK'S DRIVING AMBITION](http://abouttameside.co.uk/jacks-driving-ambition) - From a young age 12 year old Jack Burgess from Ashton-under-Lyne was obsessed with anything relating to cars, whether it is engines, racing, even just the way they sound. His parents realised as a baby Jack’s brain didn’t work like other children and after many years he was diagnosed with ADHD, ticks (of Tourette’s) and
- [CANCERS WARRIORS WELCOME SUPPORT](http://abouttameside.co.uk/cancers-warriors-welcome-support) - Cancer Warriors were in the mood to celebrate on September 18th – not only the opening of their new shop on Melbourne Street but a fab donation of £500 too. The cash came courtesy of Matt Gough from MyZizi Graphic designs who over the last few months has been running the Love Stalybridge Campaign and
- [HYDE'S HIDDEN GEM](http://abouttameside.co.uk/hydes-hidden-gem) - Whilst many bemoan the demise of the outdoor market square in Hyde, with it’s dwindling number of traders occupying stalls, the town does has a thriving market place. Tucked away in the bowels of the Mall can be found a hidden gem of market stalls, undercover on 3 levels. Hyde indoor market is a mix
- [ASHTON HALLOWEEN](http://abouttameside.co.uk/ashton-halloween) - Although not a Scarefest this year Ashton will still be celebrating all things Halloween on October 23rd. The Town Team will be hosting a Tricks & Treats Tombola with a chance to win costumes, props and other Halloween themed items. Proceeds will be shared with Hyde Fundraisers who will also be sending along The Joker
- [BACK TO BUSINESS FOR COLLEGE COMPUTER HUB](http://abouttameside.co.uk/back-to-business-for-college-computer-hub) - This term, Tameside College’s Computing Hub opened its doors for the first time since the pandemic. Primary school teachers from across the boroughs of Greater Manchester enjoyed face-to-face teaching at the centre in Tameside One, as lockdown measures eased. The Computing Hub is part of a national chain of training centres aimed at developing IT
- [A VINTAGE EVENT](http://abouttameside.co.uk/a-vintage-event) - Hyde town centre hosted its final vintage car show for 2021 on Saturday September 18th. The event, supported by Tameside Markets and Hyde Town Team, had a variety of vehicles courtesy of the Tame Valley Vintage & Classic car Club. The group will also be showcasing their vehicles on Ashton Market Ground on Saturday October
- [CARING FOR FOSTERERS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/caring-for-fosterers) - Tameside foster carers were invited to a special celebration paying tribute to their hard work supporting young people in the borough. The event recognised the work of foster carers in Tameside. Carers who have achieved 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and 25+ years of service will be awarded a certificate and a gift, with all
- [PHOENIX RISES FROM THE ASHES](http://abouttameside.co.uk/phoenix-rises-from-the-ashes) - Over the last 21 months, one of the biggest casualties job wise have been the hospitality and entertainment industries, especially those being venues for live music. Way back in August 2017, one woman had a dream, to create a community space for the people of Hyde, which could be used for a whole host of
- [WOMEN CELEBRATE BUSINESS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/women-celebrate-business) - The Restaurant at Tameside One, Wellington Road, Ashton-under-Lyne, hosted the first face to face Women In Business event in September since March 2020. Tameside Women In Business, the networking forum launched in 2018 by Carol Parker from Bromleys provides a wonderful opportunity for women in business, education and the commercial sector to expand their contacts within
- [MELA MELA MELA](http://abouttameside.co.uk/mela-mela-mela) - August Bank Holiday weekend was certainly a busy one across Tameside, but it seems to have given birth to a new annual event in the form of Hyde Mela! Our very own columnist and Hyde Past & Present’s Andrew Richardson was one of the team of volunteers that helped put the event together. “There was
- [WELCOME TO THE PURPLE OLIVE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/welcome-to-the-purple-olive) - For those of you who haven’t yet visited Ashton’s latest eatery then you are missing a treat. In the former site of the old Indian Ocean a phoenix has risen in the form of The Purple Olive with lush new décor, spacious dining areas, new spacious windows and a welcoming reception and bar area. The
- [FUNDRAISERS RETURN](http://abouttameside.co.uk/fundraisers-return) - Hyde Fundraisers made their full debut back fundraising again with their appearance at Hyde Artisan Market. The group, established back in 1985, brought an amazing array of characters along to the town to celebrate the world of sci-fi. Davros, creator of the Daleks, was on hand looking for converts and beaming in from the enterprise
- [FLYING FOR FLORENCE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/flying-for-florence) - Choosing a team of 16 people to zip line off one of the fastest and highest zip lines in the world and nearly reaching speeds of 100mph. How do we do this and what a challenge! Some of us have done it before. Some for the first time who are pushing their limits with heights, only
- [SPEEDWAY TALK-IN](http://abouttameside.co.uk/speedway-talk-in) - International speedway came to the Belle Vue National Speedway Stadium in October which saw a thrilling two-day event culminating in Team GB claiming the top spot to become the Speedway of Nations World Champions for 2021. Prior to the racing on the first day, fans and press had the opportunity to meet and listen to
- [TAMESIDE REMEMBERS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/tameside-remembers) - On Sunday November 14th services of Remembrance took place across Tameside attended by local people, armed forces, police, fire and council representatives. The events also featured local cadet forces and scouts honouring the fallen. This year has seen both the Denton War Memorial and Stalybridge War Memorial both celebrate their centenary. Whilst Denton was unveiled
- [OUT OF THIS WORLD ARTISAN](http://abouttameside.co.uk/out-of-this-world-artisan) - The September Ashton Artisan once again hosted a variety of stalls but another attraction was some strange characters indeed as Hyde Fundraisers brought along a host of strange characters to entertain shoppers. The group were making their second appearance for Tameside Markets with sculptor Ray Phillips based in the Market Hall showcasing live sculpting. Meanwhile
- [FIERY FOOD EVENT](http://abouttameside.co.uk/fiery-food-event) - A dark November evening was full of fire with entertainment at Stalybridge Street Feast. At a time of year known for Hallowe’en and Bonfire Night, the popular monthly event took a spectacular twist with the addition of some suitably fantastic entertainment in the shape of the Plague Doctors, Bessemer the Dragon, and Toni the Fire
- [SHOP LOCAL](http://abouttameside.co.uk/shop-local) - Shoppers are encouraged to spread festive magic and goodwill by supporting local businesses this Christmas. Tameside Council has launched a Shop Local campaign to highlight everything the borough’s town centres have to offer and urge people to spend their money locally. Tameside’s town centres each have their own unique character, boasting a mix of big
- [STUDENT'S SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/students-small-business-saturday) - Students from Tameside College will be taking part in Small Business Saturday on 4th December, in Ashton town centre. Small Business Saturday is a national event, which takes place each year on the first Saturday of December. Now in its ninth year, the event aims to raise awareness and support for local small businesses and
- [MEET AND GREET WITH THE SNOWMAN AND THE SNOWDOG](http://abouttameside.co.uk/meet-and-greet-with-the-snowman-and-the-snowdog) - A much-loved feature of the festive season is coming to Ashton. On Saturday, December 4, The Snowman™ will be in the town centre, and what’s more he’ll be bringing his faithful friend The Snowdog with him. The Snowman™ has been a Christmas classic since 1982 when Channel 4 commissioned an Oscar-nominated animated television film based
- [HYDE'S LAUGHTER TENT](http://abouttameside.co.uk/hydes-laughter-tent) - Two of British comedy’s biggest stars are celebrated and enjoyed every month at one of Hyde’s local public houses. Patrons of the Cheshire Ring pub, on Manchester Road (facing Great Norbury Street), are fanatical about a duo, who lit up movie screens across the world, leaving audiences in stitches over many years of early cinema.
- [AMAZING AWARDS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/amazing-awards-2) - On Thursday November 18th the Village Hotel in Ashton hosted this year’s Amazing Ashton Awards which was an opportunity to recognise individuals and businesses over the past year. Ladysmith’s acting centre manager, Marie Gribben, said: “We have seen a tremendous number of nominations in all categories. The event also raised funds for Willow Wood Hospice,
- [BARTY BANKS ON YOUR SUPPORT](http://abouttameside.co.uk/barty-banks-on-your-support) - Since he started his foodbank, Steve Barton BEM, honoured in 2019 for his amazing community work has relied on the generous donations of Tamesiders. The foodbank, located alongside Stalybridge Labour Club in a repurposed metal container, is constantly in need of supplies due to the incredible demand. We asked Steve how it all began helping
- [DON'T NEGLECT YOUR EYECARE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/dont-neglect-your-eyecare) - Since the easing of restrictions Boots Opticians have expanded their services beyond urgent and essential care, which they have offered throughout the pandemic. The Denton practice is able to provide patient care depending on your needs and symptoms, but will still be prioritising essential and urgent patients. Some practices are also offering routine assessments, providing
- [KEY MILESTONE FOR COLLEGE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/key-milestone-for-college) - Tameside College’s brand new Construction Skills Centre is officially complete after a key handover ceremony. Jackie Moores, principal and CEO of the college and Joshua Heavens, senior build manager for the project at Willmott Dixon attended the ceremony, which marks the completion of the building and hand over of the project to the college. The
- [CELEBRATING 50 YEARS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/celebrating-50-years) - Manchester and District Iyengar Yoga (MDIY) based in Dukinfield is the oldest and one of the largest Iyengar yoga organisations in the UK. They provide a wide range of opportunities for students to practise and develop their understanding of yoga and we are committed to spreading an awareness of the benefits of Iyengar yoga to
- [BIKE CLUB HELPS CANCER CHARITY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/bike-club-helps-cancer-charity) - Members of The British Motorcycle Preservation Society (Manchester Branch) have been revving up donations for Prostate Cancer U.K. Treasurer Alan Coates from Mossley and Secretary Bob Taylor gathered the members together for a special presentation at The Globe Café in Dukinfield in late November. The event was attended by local MPs, Andrew Gwynne and Jonathan
- [Hyde shines bright!](http://abouttameside.co.uk/hyde-shines-bright) - A giant lantern in the colours of the aurora borealis – the famous northern lights – led the way through Hyde when Tameside Council’s winter lantern parade took place on Saturday, November 20. Hundreds of people from across the borough’s communities took part in the procession with many more on the streets to experience the
- [STUDENT COMPETITION](http://abouttameside.co.uk/student-competition) - In December About Tameside hosted a competition in association with Cineworld Ashton to encourage photography students from Clarendon Sixth Form College to get snaps of local businesses. The competition co-incided with the annual Small Business Saturday which celebrates independent retail in December every year. It was the job of Warren Brookes, graphic designer from Inflict
- [VISION TAMESIDE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/vision-tameside) - Construction students at Tameside College started 2022 in new surroundings moved in to a purpose built Construction Skills Centre in January. The £12m investment sits at the heart of the Beaufort Road campus and is the latest addition to the college’s estate portfolio. The college’s ambition to develop the best further education learning environment in
- [LOVE ASHTON](http://abouttameside.co.uk/love-ashton) - It’s time to give Ashton town centre businesses some love and show how important our independent businesses are. During the pandemic many have stepped up the quality and service on offer to support their customers the best way possible with flexible opening or delivery services. 2022 will be another challenging year and it is still
- [PETER PULLS THE PLUG](http://abouttameside.co.uk/peter-pulls-the-plug) - One of the bastions of retail businesses in Stalybridge closed its doors on January 7th after over 90 years associated with the town. E. Taylor & Son has been an established part of Stalybridge retail since the 1930’s and was in its corner location of Melbourne Street and Castle Street since 1973. Surprisingly it is
- [SHREK COMES TO MOSSLEY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/shrek-comes-to-mossley) - After being delayed from last year Shrek The Musical finally arrives at the George Lawton Hall in Mossley for a week run starting February 28th. The production, one of the most expensive produced by Mossley Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society, is set to be a dramatic return to the stage for the group after the
- [STREET FEAST RETURNS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/street-feast-returns) - Our phenomenon is back from the amazing success of last year. As we witnessed this is what the people of the bridge wanted and needed, thousands turned out - coming from around Tameside on a Friday once a month. The street food was top notch and pukka! A few problems were encountered on the first
- [DUKINFIELD & STALYBRIDGE ROTARY RECOGNISE LOCAL HEROES](http://abouttameside.co.uk/dukifield-stalybridge-rotary-recognise-local-heroes) - Dukinfield and Stalybridge Rotary Club recently hosted a Local Community Hero Awards Ceremony at Ashton Golf Club to recognise the amazing acts of thoughtfulness and kindness being carried out by many local individuals and community groups. Civic Mayor of Tameside (Councillor Janet Cooper) attended the event and joined Club President, Ian Cochrane, to present the
- [TOWN TEAM AND COLLEGE BATTLE TOGETHER AT SNOWMAN EVENT](http://abouttameside.co.uk/town-team-and-college-battle-together-at-snowman-event) - The highly anticipated event The Snowman and The Snowdog on December 4th with students from Tameside College hosting stalls, found their plans sent awry by heavy rains and wind on the day. Ashton Town Team and Tameside Markets had planned the events months ahead, but unpredictable weather once again disrupted plans. Battling the weather, the
- [HYDE TOWN CENTRE REGENERATION TASKFORCE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/hyde-town-centre-regeneration-taskforce) - Tameside Council’s executive cabinet have approved a plan to create a Hyde task force to oversee the regeneration of the town centre. Following recommendations from the High Street Task Force (HSFT), a Hyde town centre task force will be set up featuring Tameside Council, local businesses and organisations as well as other stakeholders. They will
- [SAVE ENERGY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/save-energy) - With energy bills set to rise to add an even greater burden on families and individuals here are a few tips this month to help save money. Keeping your shower time to just 4 minutes could save a typical household £65 a year on their energy bills. You can save around £28 a year from
- [CO-OP SHOPPERS SUPPORT EMMAUS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/co-op-shoppers-support-emmaus) - Homelessness charity Emmaus Mossley has received a funding boost thanks to the latest Co-op Local Community Fund payout to good causes. On Tuesday 21 December, community members from Emmaus Mossley received a cheque for £2,852 from their local branch, Co-op Mossley. The funding will be used to carry out improvements to the Emmaus Mossley community
- [FINAL PIECE OF ASHTON OLD BATHS TRANSFORMATION](http://abouttameside.co.uk/final-piece-of-ashton-old-baths-transformation) - THE final piece in the development of the award-winning Ashton Old Baths has been officially opened as plans to transform Ashton town centre progress. Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham visited the digital, creative and media hub on Friday (11 February) to cut the ribbon and open a new canopy area on the building’s top deck, as
- [SPRING INTO SCI FI AT LADYSMITH](http://abouttameside.co.uk/spring-into-sci-fi-at-ladysmith) - Hyde Fundraisers will be bringing out of this world characters back to Ashton town centre on Saturday April 9th. The ‘eggciting’ event sees Ladysmith Shopping Centre ‘Spring Into Sci-Fi’ with a variety of characters created by the group’s volunteers. Leading the onslaught will be Darth Vader from Star Wars who will be making an appearance
- [CELEBRATING CHAMPIONS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/celebrating-champions) - Tameside Champions hosted a celebration, information and networking event at Hyde Town Hall on Tuesday 1st March. Residents were invited to attend the free event to find out more about Tameside Champions and how they can get involved to build connections within the community and encourage residents to access local support services and organisations. Launched
- [MORE MELA](http://abouttameside.co.uk/more-mela) - After a hugely successful return of Party In The Park last summer, under the new banner of Hyde Mela, the organisers hope to build on it this year. Volunteers from all parts of the Hyde community are bringing the multicultural party back for it’s second outing. In 2021 around 3,000 people attended the inaugural outdoor
- [KNITTING TOGETHER](http://abouttameside.co.uk/knitting-together) - It was Tameside Rotary’s pleasure to deliver knitting looms and wool to Kayleigh Foulkes (well-being co-ordinator) at King's Park Care Home. Vice President Mohammed Karim, Rotarian Julie Nield and Rotarian Martin Nield delivered the looms from the club. Kayleigh said that members of the public had responded to our appeal for wool to be delivered
- [STREET FEST FOR STALYBRIDGE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/street-fest-for-stalybridge) - Tameside Council’s highly popular continental street-food event made a return bigger and better than ever last month. This year, to tie in with Stalybridge’s status as Greater Manchester’s new Town of Culture, it’ll be more than a feast, it’ll be a festival. The first Stalybridge Street Fest of 2022 took place on Friday, March 11th,
- [HINDU COMMUNITY EVENT](http://abouttameside.co.uk/hindu-community-event) - The Deputy Leader of the Labour Party, Angela Rayner MP, attended the International Women’s Day (IWD) celebrations organised by the BAPS Hindu community in Manchester on Saturday 26 March 2022. BAPS’s celebration of IWD represents its on-going commitment to women and matters of importance to women, as inspired and guided by its current spiritual leader,
- [VINTAGE DENTON](http://abouttameside.co.uk/vintage-denton) - On May 8th I spent a sunny afternoon with Cllr Allison Gwynne in Denton’s Civic Square, getting up close to some truly iconic vehicles. This was all part of Tameside Car Collectors’ classic car show, an event which has had to hibernate over the last two years thanks to Covid. I’ve had the privilege of
- [HINDU GURU’S BIRTH CENTENARY HONOURED  IN ASHTON](http://abouttameside.co.uk/hindu-gurus-birth-centenary-honoured-in-ashton) - BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir (Hindu Temple) in Ashton-under-Lyne (Manchester) brought together members of the community for an inspiring four-day festival from Thursday 5 May to Sunday 8 May 2022 to commemorate the birth centenary of His Holiness Pramukh Swami Maharaj. Pramukh Swami Maharaj was one of the world’s most influential spiritual leaders, and he visited
- [BARTY'S BOYBAND FUNDRAISER](http://abouttameside.co.uk/bartys-boyband-fundraiser) - On Saturday April 30th Bower Fold at Stalybridge Celtic hosted a fundraiser for Barty’s Pantry & Community Foodbank. The event was themed ‘The Ultimate Take That Experience’ and included buffet and raffle with performances from ‘The Ultimate Boyband Experience’. The performers Chris Brooks, Kurt McPartland and Thomas William Cowin wowed the audience with some Take
- [CIVIC MAYOR BOWS OUT IN STYLE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/civic-mayor-bows-out-in-style) - It’s been a challenging two years for the Civic Mayor of Tameside, Councillor Janet Cooper, and her Consort Mr Dennis Fitzpatrick. Assuming the Mayoral chains virtually during Covid in May 2020 it was a year beset with lockdowns and restrictions that barely afforded any opportunities for the Mayor to be out in the community. The
- [TREES FOR THE JUBILEE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/trees-for-the-jubilee) - Friends Of the Tame Valley received some young saplings from City of Trees as part of the Queen's Green Canopy to plant in the Tame Valley. They identified a small part of Jet Amber where these could be accommodated without impacting on other important natural habitats and have teamed up with Tameside Council's Greenspace Officers
- [CATCH UP WITH COBAIN](http://abouttameside.co.uk/catch-up-with-cobain) - To catch up with Cobain is difficult these days as the lad from the bridge as been busy . I read on Zeros Facebook page that he‘s gigging on a Saturday night . Like Batman I got my gear on , grabbed my press badge & rushed round there ! Cobain as a professional as
- [GORSE HALL CELEBRATES EARTH DAY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/gorse-hall-celebrates-earth-day) - Gorse Hall School hosted a special Earth Day event on April 5th celebrating the environment and highlighting recycling. They were joined by Morrisons Dukinfield Community Champion Alison Cox who helped some of the classes with their planting. The day also included a visit from the Civic Mayor and Consort who visited some of the children
- [EMMAUS SPRING FAIR](http://abouttameside.co.uk/emmaus-spring-fair) - Homelessness charity Emmaus Mossley hosted a special charity event on Saturday 2 April at their large Secondhand Superstore. The Emmaus Mossley Community Spring Fair, was a family-friendly event for supporters, local residents and visitors of all ages and was the charity’s first event for more than two years. The Community Spring Fair has kickstarted a
- [FUNDRAISING FOR FLORENCE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/fundraising-for-florence) - Wing Walking and Made In Manchester Astley sports field Dukinfield. We call our chat group MIF - a spoof from the film Mission Impossible. We all know the films are full of action and the craziest stunts, ok we don’t do what agent Hunt does hanging off cliffs, jumping off buildings and explosions. As a
- [TIGER LADIES OF HYDE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/tiger-ladies-of-hyde) - Just two years ago saw the formation of a women’s football team, under the Hyde United banner. It came about because of the folding of Tameside United Girls team, where many of the talented local players played their football. The older ladies were invited to form a new team that would play in the
- [MOSSLEY IS UP OUR STREET](http://abouttameside.co.uk/mossley-is-up-our-street) - It was all change at Mossley as the railway station receives a new look courtesy of a master craftsman. On Saturday, March 26th, the Manchester-bound platform now features an exhibition by artisan sign writer Robert Walker. Robert, who works under the trade name Signs by Umberto, has been inspired by the vintage signage and advertising
- [DENTON MIKE NEEDS YOUR HELP FOR OLYMPIC DREAM](http://abouttameside.co.uk/denton-mike-needs-your-help-for-olympic-dream) - Back in our May 2016 issue we featured the appeal from Denton’s James Pomfret who was setting his hopes on representing England at the World U19’s Lacrosse Championships in Vancouver. Now following in his footsteps is his 22 year old brother Michael who is seeking sponsorship to play in the World Games this summer in
- [WHIT FRIDAY BAND CONTEST RETURNS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/whit-friday-band-contest-returns) - After two years of silence the towns and villages of Tameside will once again echo to the much-loved sound of brass band music on 10 June. Following a relaxation of covid restrictions, the Friends of Tameside Brass Band Contests have decided the time is right to bring back the traditional Whit Friday competitions after the
- [BUTTERFLY BONANZA AT MORRISONS DUKINFIELD](http://abouttameside.co.uk/butterfly-bonanza-at-morrisons-dukinfield) - Morrisons Dukinfield called on local shoppers to support their special ‘Butterfly Bonanza’ last month – a fabulous fortnight of fundraising activities to mark the launch of children’s charity, Together for Short Lives’ new three-year-partnership with Morrisons. Together for Short Lives is the only charity supporting the UK’s children’s hospices and families facing the heartbreak that
- [NARROW MARGIN ARE BACK](http://abouttameside.co.uk/narrow-margin-are-back) - The lads are back after a truly rotten time during covid and sad to say that Ben and Jake have moved on. Hand on my heart I will miss these guys and I was thinking how would they go on. I received an invite to Gorilla Manchester, a venue which is popular with bands and
- [TIME TO LOVE ASHTON](http://abouttameside.co.uk/time-to-love-ashton) - Ashton town centre has certainly seen many changes over the past ten years with physical changes to the market ground and investment in Tameside One and the Ashton Interchange. Now the town centre is gearing up for a special celebration on Saturday March 12th when we encourage you to show your love for Ashton. The
- [LOOK AFTER YOUR EYES](http://abouttameside.co.uk/look-after-your-eyes) - Since the easing of restrictions Boots Opticians have expanded their services beyond urgent and essential care, which they have offered throughout the pandemic. The Denton practice is able to provide patient care depending on your needs and symptoms but will still be prioritising essential and urgent patients. Some practices are also offering routine assessments, providing
- [MANCHESTER MAYOR OPEN'S COLLEGE CONSTRUCTION CENTRE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/manchester-mayor-opens-college-construction-centre) - Andy Burnham, the mayor of Greater Manchester, has officially opened Tameside College’s brand new, state-of-the-art Construction Skills Centre. The event, which took place on Friday 29th April, included a ribbon cutting ceremony, tours of the new facility and speeches by the mayor, Jackie Moores, principal and CEO at Tameside College and councillor Brenda Warrington, leader
- [MAYOR'S LAST NIGHT OF THE PROMS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/mayors-last-night-of-the-proms) - It’s Platinum Jubilee year, so what better way to celebrate than with a “Last Night of the Proms” charity evening? The event, which took place at Dukinfield Town Hall on Saturday, May 21, was organised by the Civic Mayor of Tameside, Cllr Janet Cooper, as a rousing way to bring down the curtain on her
- [COPLEY PRINCIPAL DELIGHTED AT OFSTED REPORT](http://abouttameside.co.uk/copley-principal-delighted-at-ofsted-report) - A Stalybridge secondary school has been given a boost after receiving a positive report in their latest inspection. Copley Academy was inspected in December last year by a team from Ofsted. The report, published on the 2nd February, describes how leaders have “made great strides” in improving the academy, and Ofsted describe that under principal
- [IYENGA YOGA CELEBRATES 50TH ANNIVERSARY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/iyenga-yoga-celebrates-50th-anniversary) - MDIY is the oldest and one of the largest Iyengar yoga organisations in the UK and was established in 1972 . This year we are celebrating our 50th anniversary. We run over 30 classes a week, for all levels and abilities, in three beautiful, fully-equipped studios. We provide a wide range of opportunities for students
- [BROMLEYS NAME CHARITY OF THE YEAR](http://abouttameside.co.uk/bromleys-name-charity-of-the-year) - Staff at Tameside law firm Bromleys have chosen Reuben’s Retreat, which provides support to families bereaved of a child and those with complexly poorly children, as their charity of the year for 2022. Reuben’s Retreat is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year and is raising funds to meet its ongoing costs as well as for
- [MUCH MORE THAN SURVEYORS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/much-more-than-surveyors) - Cordingleys Chartered Surveyors have now relocated from Ashton town centre to their new offices located at Suite 1c, Westbourne House, 159 Oldham Rd, Ashton-under-Lyne. Established back in 1788 Cordingleys Chartered Surveyors offer a wide range of services as Director Stephen Dodgson explains. “As Chartered Building Surveyors we offer associated services that include RICS pre-purchase level
- [LOCAL RIDERS CHASE SPEEDWAY GLORY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/local-riders-chase-speedway-glory) - Sixteen of Britain’s top riders meet on August 1st to race for the title of British Speedway Champion, with two of our local riders expected to be in the line-up. The National Speedway Stadium at Belle Vue plays host to the event – one of the most high- profile in the UK’s racing calendar. Charles
- [CARNIVAL CULTURE AT STREET FEST](http://abouttameside.co.uk/carnival-culture-at-street-fest) - THE sun, the sounds and the samba beat made it feel like Latin America. Yet in fact it was Town of Culture Stalybridge Street Fest – but carnival-style. Colourfully attired drummers, dancers and musicians had people swaying in time as the Bloco Mente band from Mossley arts organisation Global Grooves made its way around Armentieres
- [BAND CONTEST RETURNS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/band-contest-returns) - THOUSANDS of music lovers came out into the sunshine to welcome back the traditional Whit Friday band contests for the first time since 2019. Although Foden’s yet again won the Tameside Open title, continuing the dominance they have enjoyed since the turn of the century, the competition was one of the closest for many years and
- [KIRKHAM PROPERTY EXPANDS INTO TAMESIDE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/kirkham-property-expands-into-tameside) - A well established name in Oldham and the surrounding area Kirkham Property have now launched in Tameside at Atlas House on Oldham Road in Ashton-under-Lyne. The business has also had a close association with Cordingleys Estate Agents for the past 14 years and going forward will now be the new face of their estate agency
- [CADETS TEA & TOAST FOR HOMELESS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/cadets-tea-toast-for-homeless) - Tameside’s Air Cadets have flown to the rescue to help the homeless at breakfast time in Ashton town centre. The group, whose barracks are located on Old Street, have been offering Tea and Toast on Monday, Wednesday and Friday between 9 am and 11am. We asked Wing Commander Dave Archibald how it all started. “The
- [CARNIVAL RETURN](http://abouttameside.co.uk/carnival-return) - Stalybridge Carnival made a return on Sunday June 26th with a parade and events which took place in Cheethams Park. It was the first time since 2019 that the parade returned and organisers were joined by the Civic Mayor of Tameside, Cllr Mike Glover and Mayoress Anne Gordon for the event.
- [MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST INVESTS IN TAMESIDE SCHOOLS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/multi-academy-trust-invests-in-tameside-schools) - As the education sector begins to reflect on the Schools White Paper published by the department for education in May, which sets out ambitious plans to move schools into strong academy trusts. A Multi-academy trust in Tameside has embarked on a £1.5 million investment across its four schools this summer, to improve the overall environment
- [MAYORS UNITE FOR CHARITY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/tameside-oldham-mayors-charity-event-lilys-restaurant-ashton-under-lyne) - The Mayor of Tameside (Councillor Michael Glover) and the Mayor of Oldham (Councillor Elaine Garry) hosted a joint fundraising event to raise funds for their chosen charities at Lily’s Indian Vegetarian restaurant in Ashton on July 15th. The event kicked off at 7.30pm with canapés on arrival, followed by an all you can eat buffet
- [HYDE'S SCI FI SPECTACULAR](http://abouttameside.co.uk/hydes-sci-fi-spectacular) - Be prepared for some strange encounters at Hyde Artisan Market on Saturday August 6th. Time Tunnel events will be taking control of the Civic Square for an ‘Out Of This World’ Sci-Fi event. Organiser Andrew Crombie promises characters from Star Wars, Dr Who and much more at the event which takes place from 11am until
- [GET AN EYE TEST](http://abouttameside.co.uk/get-an-eye-test) - The past couple of years have been a challenge for all of us and perhaps you’ve been dismissing problems with your eyesight. Boots Opticians in Denton would recommend getting your eyes tested on a regular basis. Their opticians use a range of services to ensure you can enjoy happy, healthy eyes for as long as
- [LASTING MEMORIAL](http://abouttameside.co.uk/lasting-memorial) - At Baines Memorials we work in partnership with our clients to design and fit a personalised memorial which truly represents our loved ones. Established over 34 years Baines Memorials in Hyde have been providing the highest quality stonework using traditional skills alongside the latest laser-etch technology. The business also offers additional engravings and restoration for
- [AMAZING ASHTON AWARDS ARE BACK](http://abouttameside.co.uk/amazing-ashton-awards-are-back) - Do you know an individual, group of people, charity or organisation who deserves recognition for the great things they do to make the Ashton community amazing? Ladysmith Shopping Centre wants to hear from you! Ladysmith is proud to present the Amazing Ashton Awards 2022, which encourages people within the community and businesses alike to celebrate
- [MEDAL FOR CHARITY HERO](http://abouttameside.co.uk/medal-for-charity-hero) - A Saddleworth artist who supported homelessness charity Emmaus Mossley for 18 years has received a special medal to recognise her outstanding contribution. On Wednesday 3rd August, artist Tonie Rigby was presented with an Emmaus UK Founders’ Medal in recognition of her long-standing involvement and impact at the charity. Tonie was joined at the presentation ceremony
- [DANE BANK GREEN SPACE EVENT](http://abouttameside.co.uk/dane-bank-green-space-event) - On Saturday July 30th, I had the honour of officially opening Dane Bank Green Space just off Windsor Road. The opening was the culmination of five years of tireless work and dedication from some brilliant volunteers. As a bit of background, the fields off Windsor Road were originally earmarked for sale and development. Residents
- [TAMESIDE BEER FESTIVAL RETURNS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/tameside-beer-festival-returns) - Everything is looking ‘pitcher’ perfect for the return of the Tameside Beer Festival now in its 10th year. This highly anticipated event is taking place on Friday 16th and Saturday 17th September 2022 at Stalybridge Civic Hall, Trinity Street, Stalybridge, SK15 2BN from 12 noon to 11 pm each day. Admission is by programme, purchased
- [REUBEN’S ANNIVERSARY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/reubens-anniversary) - One of the first stories we ever featured in About Tameside ten years ago was the formation a charity that had formed from the despair of losing a two year old little boy. On the 21st August 2012 the parents of Reuben Graham kissed Reuben goodbye when he went to sleep for a final time.
- [SNOOKER PRESENTATION NIGHT](http://abouttameside.co.uk/snooker-presentation-night) - The 2021/22 season came to an end with the Presentation Night on 13/08/22, which was held at Staly Vegas, the home of the snooker league champions. The evening was well attended with attendees from all the clubs present. St Peters collected the most trophies and were closely followed by Mossley B and Staly Vegas. The evening
- [BADGE DESIGN FOR HOMELESS CHARITY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/badge-design-for-homeless-charity) - Homelessness charity Emmaus Mossley has announced the winning design for their 25th anniversary badge competition. More than 50 pupils from four Mossley primary schools entered a design competition in celebration of Emmaus Mossley’s 25th anniversary. A panel of judges from the charity selected finalists from each school before voting on the overall winning design. A
- [PRIDE IN TAMESIDE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/tameside-pride-event) - Like many other events scuppered by the pandemic, this year marked the full return to Tameside Pride at Cheetham Park in Stalybridge on July 16th. Hosted by Daniel Westwood, the theme to the year’s event was ‘"Back Together With Pride". Artists performing included the hugely popular Eurovision superstar herself Nicki French on stage at the
- [OUR STREETS DROYLSDEN ACTION DAY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/our-streets-droylsden-action-day) - Another waste enforcement day of action as part of the Our Streets campaign has seen litterbugs and flytippers targeted in Droylsden. Tameside Council officers patrolled Droylsden Town Centre and flytipping hotspots in neighbourhood areas on Wednesday 7 September. They engaged with residents and businesses and took enforcement action where necessary, while street cleansing teams removed
- [LONG LIVE THE KING](http://abouttameside.co.uk/long-live-the-king) - Tameside’s Civic Mayor, Cllr Mike Glover lead the local proclamation of his Majesty The King outside Dukinfield Town Hall on Sunday 11 September, the Mayor paid tribute to The Queen before the proclamation of The King was delivered. Tameside Civic Mayor, Cllr Mike Glover said; “After 70 years of selfless dedication to our country and
- [WAR MEMORIAL CENTENARY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/war-memorial-centenary) - On Friday 16th September the Reverend Daniel Ramble, Area Dean from Oldham and Ashton lead the Ashton-under-Lyne War Memorial Centenary. He was joined by the Reverend Pat Lodge, the Reverend Sheila Cant along with children from St Peters Primary School, St James Primary School, Canon Burrows primary School and Parochial School. The Civic Mayor of
- [REMEMBERING FIONA AND NICOLA](http://abouttameside.co.uk/remembering-fiona-and-nicola) - Sunday 18th September marked the 10th anniversary losing police officers Fiona Bone and Nicola Hughes in Tameside. The police constables from Greater Manchester Police were killed by Dale Cregan in a gun and grenade ambush in 2012 while responding to a false report of a burglary in Mottram. The memorial service took place on the Sunday morning
- [ASHTON ON PARADE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/ashton-on-parade) - The fantastic Northern Lights Christmas Lantern Parade will light the way and mark the start of the winter festivities on Saturday 19th November 2022, this year the honour goes to Ashton, with Denton, Stalybridge and Hyde holding the event in previous years as part of the council’s vibrant programme of cultural events. Northern Lights will
- [CELEBRATING POP](http://abouttameside.co.uk/celebrating-pop) - One of Hyde’s biggest success stories are aiming for even bigger things in the future. POP is a community hub, which for 5 years has been expanding its influence from a base in the old Post Office building on Corporation Street. Founder Jackie Francis used part of her own savings to get the Post Office
- [NEW FUTURE FOR METRO](http://abouttameside.co.uk/new-future-for-metro) - Ashton’s Metro Cinema is now under a new ownership consortium including Andy Kleek from Monopoly Events and there are plans to re-open the venue once again and have special cinema screenings. The news was celebrated last month by the new owners alongside special guests – Zach Galligan from the film Gremlins and Tim Cappello (Sax
- [HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO US](http://abouttameside.co.uk/happy-anniversary-to-us) - Back in the Summer of 2012 the idea of About Tameside started to grow having seen successful magazines in Saddleworth, Mossley and Stalybridge it seemed an opportunity to create something new. The original size of the magazine was A4 when we launched and it was quite a weighty tome for people to pick up and
- [CHEERS TO ROTARY BEER FESTIVAL](http://abouttameside.co.uk/cheers-to-rotary-beer-festival) - Following the postponement from September the Tameside Rotary Beer Festival took place on Friday 18th and Saturday 19th November, at Stalybridge Civic Hall. With over 40 beers, including local craft beers, alongside a selection of ciders and wines, the festival also featured live music and entertainment with an impressive line up including Mossley Ukulele Group,
- [COLLEGE RESTAURANT WELCOMES THE WHITE HART](http://abouttameside.co.uk/college-restaurant-welcomes-the-white-hart) - On Tuesday November 8th The Restaurant at Tameside One played host to Nathan Sidebottom. Head Chef at White Hart Inn at Lydgate alongside two staff members, both named Daisy! They prepared a sumptuous menu with students that included a Starter of Heritage carrot, mixed beetroot, goats curd, mizuna with fuille de brick pastry. The fish
- [KARATE KINGS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/karate-kings) - Earlier this year we featured a story on former student of Mossley Hollins and then Tameside College Jack Wilson, 18, from Carrbrook, who has been taking the Karate world by storm. His latest achievements have included winning silver in the seniors and bronze in the U21s at the Commonwealth Championships representing England in September. Coach
- [SOUP WINNER](http://abouttameside.co.uk/soup-winner) - Lifeline Community Ambulance C.I.C. secured the most votes at the latest Mossley SOUP event, receiving £1,031 raised by event attendees. On Thursday 27th October, Mossley SOUP volunteers welcomed over 120 diners to Emmaus Mossley for their thirteenth event, sponsored by Premier Kia. Diners donated £5 each in return for soup, entertainment, presentations from four local
- [ROCK THE FOODBANK](http://abouttameside.co.uk/rock-the-foodbank) - Returning for its 4th year, Rock The Foodbank took place at Stalybridge Labour Club on Friday 18th November. Tameside's best original music festival organised by Councillor Sam Gosling was staged to benefit Barty’s Food Bank and raised an amazing £1203.40! Councillor Gosling said: “We had lots of great bands all playing free to support the
- [FUNDRAISERS DONATE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/fundraisers-donate) - In November Hyde Fundraisers gave a helping hand to two Tameside community enterprises to help keep shelves stocked up during the current economic challenges. They presented £90 supermarket gift cards to both Dukinfield Pantry and Hurst Community Foodbank to support their work. In addition, there was also a presentation of 130 selection boxes given to
- [CELEBRATION LUNCH](http://abouttameside.co.uk/celebration-lunch) - Denton Luncheon Club hosted a special dinner on Thursday, October 27, to celebrate its tenth anniversary and its move to the spacious surroundings of Denton Festival Hall. The club was founded by Cllr Denise Ward, who represents Denton North East ward, as a place to bring people together over a hot and nourishing meal. Since
- [REMEMBER CHRISTMAS PAST](http://abouttameside.co.uk/remember-christmas-past) - Christmas shopping seems to start earlier each year, but if we look back at some of the newspaper advertisements from fifty years ago, we can see how things have changed. You could call into the gent’s outfitters to get kitted out for the festive season at B. Wallis on Market Avenue, Ashton. George Hough furniture
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- [CELEBRATING ASHTON'S MAJESTIC METRO](http://abouttameside.co.uk/celebrating-ashtons-majestic-metro) - There are some grand plans for the former cinema in Ashton, which will be known as ‘The Metro Majestic’. The building has been bought by a consortium, from Monopoly Events and include actor Zach Galligan and saxophonist Tim Cappello. They plan to show classic and new films as well as live entertainment. A World War
- [IYENGAR OPEN DAY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/iyengar-open-day) - Have you ever thought about Yoga as a means of keeping fit and improving your health? Now's your chance to find out more about the world-renowned Iyengar method. The Iyengar Yoga Centre on King St, Dukinfield is holding celebrating National Yoga Day on Saturday, 21st January where you can find out how yoga can help
- [TAMESIDE COUNSELLING SERVICE REACHES 15 YEAR MILESTONE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/tameside-counselling-service-reaches-15-year-milestone) - Side by Side Counselling, a local voluntary organisation, celebrated its fifteenth Anniversary in December. The service, which opened in 2007, offers free counselling to anyone over the age of17 in Oldham and Ashton. To date, they have supported over 2000 clients and have offered almost 16,500 counselling hours. The service provides face-to-face sessions from locations
- [TAMESIDE TEAM SUPPORTS JUST HELP EYE HOSPITAL](http://abouttameside.co.uk/tameside-team-supports-just-help-eye-hospital) - The group were visiting as guests of Mizanur Rahman Mizan who has been a staunch fundraiser for the eye hospital. There were lots of important people, including a government minister, who were there to greet us and take part in the event. There were also lots of media people there from Bangladesh media outlets reporting
- [ARMCHAIR ADVENTURES IN STALYBRIDGE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/armchair-adventures-in-stalybridge) - On Saturday 18th February (10am-1pm) we will be hosting an Armchair Adventure Installation Extravaganza at Stalybridge Civic Hall. It’s an immersive and interactive event for all the family, based on award winning children’s podcast, Armchair Adventures! Armchair Adventures is a fun, interactive podcast for children aged 6 -10 made by older people from Tameside. In
- [LOVE TAMESIDE'S NEW BAND](http://abouttameside.co.uk/love-tamesides-new-band) - Tameside has a new band making waves in the music industry. Plastic Heart are a female-fronted indie/alternative rock band managed by Sam Gosling of Stylish Riot. The band was formed towards the end of 2022 and has already gained a reputation in the Manchester music scene with their catchy melodies, rhythmic bass playing, thunderous drums
- [TAMESIDE MEALS PROJECT](http://abouttameside.co.uk/tameside-meals-project) - This project’s mission is to provide free, nutritious food using the kitchen facilities at Hyde Town Hall. They source their ingredients from Fareshare i.e. food which would have ordinarily gone to waste. They want to initiate cooking classes with the help of our partners to demonstrate cooking techniques on low budgets. In December we caught
- [NEW PROJECT BOOSTS READING & WRITING FOR CHILDREN](http://abouttameside.co.uk/new-project-boosts-reading-writing-for-children) - Books have been gifted to schools and nurseries as part of a project that’s boosting reading and writing skills from an early age. Tameside Council Executive Member for Education, Achievement and Equalities, Councillor Leanne Feeley visited Yew Tree Primary School in Dukinfield to present the latest collection of books and see the Making it REAL
- [HATTERSLEY STATION TRANSFORMED](http://abouttameside.co.uk/hattersley-station-transformed) - Work to transform a Tameside station ticket office to improve facilities for Northern passengers is now complete. The scheme includes a new and improved waiting area, which has workspaces and seating. A new fully accessible toilet has also been installed featuring baby changing, grab rails and an audio description for customers with visual impairments. Passengers
- [APPRENTICESHIP AWARDS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/apprenticeship-awards) - Tameside College hosts annual apprenticeship awards celebrating apprentice and employer successes. The event, which took place in the college’s Restaurant at Tameside One on Tuesday 7th February, saw apprentices and their employers, in an array of sectors, recognised for their of their efforts.14 apprentices and 11 employers enjoyed food prepared by Tameside College hospitality students
- [FLYING FOR FLORENCE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/flying-for-florence-2) - Last month we joined Massimo Malacrino and MP Andrew Gwynne when they visited Jenny East and son Ricardo to celebrate the 9th birthday of daughter Florence. The little girl suffers from GMI, a rare degenerative life limiting genetic condition and the family fundraise so they can create some fantastic memories for her. In May there
- [DROYLSDEN'S CONCORD FUTURE DISCUSSED](http://abouttameside.co.uk/droylsdens-concord-future-discussed) - Since the Greater Manchester Pension Fund relocated to their new site at Guardsman Tony Downes House back in 2015 The Concorde suite has remained unused. It had previously hosted events in the ballroom and the Prime youth club when it was open. Named after the towns motto ‘By Concord and Industry’, was initially utilised as
- [PROJECT BOOSTS CHILDREN'S SKILLS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/project-boosts-childrens-skills) - Books have been gifted to schools and nurseries as part of a project that’s boosting reading and writing skills from an early age. Tameside Council Executive Member for Education, Achievement and Equalities, Councillor Leanne Feeley visited Yew Tree Primary School in Dukinfield to present the latest collection of books and see the Making it REAL
- [Mayor's Charity Ball 2023](http://abouttameside.co.uk/mayors-charity-ball-2023) - Civic Mayor, Councillor Mike Glover, hosted his Charity Fundraising Ball ‘Spring is in the Air’, on the evening of Saturday 18th March 2023 at Dukinfield Town Hall.
- [UKRAINIAN COMMUNITY MARKS ANNIVERSARY](http://abouttameside.co.uk/ukrainian-community-marks-anniversary) - On Friday 24th February Tameside marked the one-year anniversary of the start of the war in Ukraine when Russia launched its invasion of the country. The fierce fighting has cost many thousands of lives on both sides with many millions of Ukrainians - the majority women and children - fleeing the nation. Tameside already had
- [BRIDGE AID](http://abouttameside.co.uk/bridge-aid) - The New Stalybridge Labour Club hosted a special live music event for the Bridge Aid Festival on Sunday February 26th. Organised by Sam Gosling of Stylish Riot the event featured appearances from Chris Dale, Scapegrace, Jacob Reddy, Cobain Jones and Plastic Heart. It was raising funds for Stalybridge Celtic Supporters Association which was set up
- [JUNIOR CHESS CLUB SEEKS MEMBERS](http://abouttameside.co.uk/junior-chess-club-seeks-members) - Tameside Junior Chess Club was established in 1998 and the club re-opened in September 2022 after closing due to covid. The club is helping local children to play chess and organise teams for them to play other children on a national level. From this the club has produced quite a few England players to date.
- [GUIDE BRIDGE MOT CELEBRATES 20 YEAR MILESTONE](http://abouttameside.co.uk/guide-bridge-mot-celebrates-20-year-milestone) - Back in 2003 Guide Bridge MOT and Service set up shop in Audenshaw and now they are as strong as ever. Always a family business with a focus on customer service the team have won numerous awards including Family Business Of The Year. Early in 2012 BBC 2 viewers found themselves enthralled by the documentary
- [NEW SCHEME TO SHIFT YOUNG PEOPLE OUT OF CRIME](http://abouttameside.co.uk/new-scheme-to-shift-young-people-out-of-crime) - A new innovative scheme has been launched in Tameside that will help prevent vulnerable young people’s lives being ruined by crime. The high-profile launch at Hyde Town Hall on Tuesday 13 December, saw community leaders from Greater Manchester, including police, health and education chiefs, support the creation of SHiFT Tameside. The scheme is a collaboration
- [DEFIBS FOR DENTON](http://abouttameside.co.uk/defibs-for-denton) - December last year witnessed an emergency at Denton’s Festival Hall that highlighted the importance of having a defibrillator at the site. Luckily on hand at that time was John Paul Gilmour and Penny Brooks, Directors of Lifeline Community Ambulance, a community interest organisation. The pair are now backing a new campaign organised by Denton North

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