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About Stockport
Stockport is a metropolitan borough stretching from the borders of the Peak District to the city of Manchester in northwest England. The town has an estimated population of 290,000, making it one of the largest towns in the UK. Starting out as a Saxon village, its name comes from twoSaxon words; Stoc meaning castle, and port meaning wood. After the Norman Conquest, Stockport was ruled by the Baron of Stockport. Stockport is a metropolitan borough stretching from the borders of the Peak District to the city of Manchester in northwest England. The town has an estimated population of 290,000, making it one of the largest towns in the UK. Starting out as a Saxon village, its name comes from twoSaxon words; Stoc meaning castle, and port meaning wood. After the Norman Conquest, Stockport was ruled by the Baron of Stockport.
The town was connected to the national canal network via the Stockport branch of the Ashton Canal, which opened in 1797 and was used until the 1930s.Thanks to its close proximity to Manchester, the town grew rapidly during the Industrial Revolution, as it became a major centre for the cotton industry. However, the mills took their toll on the town, making it one of the smokiest and dull areas in the UK during that period.
If you want to see some famous architecture during your visit to the town then be sure to check out the railway viaduct close to the town centre, which is the biggest brick structure in Europe, measuring the 111 feet high and consisting of 11 million bricks. There are plenty of other tourist attractions worth visiting in the area too, such as Stockport Heritage Centre, Stockport Art Gallery, Stockport Museum, Stockport Air Raid Shelters, Bramhall Hall, the Hatworks hat museum, and the Chadkirk Chapel.
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Approved local websites for Stockport
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Here is our pick of local websites for Stockport. All the available websites are in handy categories, so explore the list on the left-hand side to find exactly what you need. These sites have been manually selected and approved - this is so we can guarantee genuine relevance.
Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council
Information and news on current government projects in departments such as Health and Social Care, Environment, and Leisure and Culture. Search for jobs and businesses, view applications, make payments and report problems online.
www.stockport.gov.uk
Filed in Council & Government Authorities
Stockport on the Web
A local guide and business directory for Stockport. Search for local services, organisations and, jobs and businesses, and watch local videos.
www.stockport.tv
Filed in Local Community
Hat Works
A guide to Hat Works, the UK's only museum dedicated to the hatting industry, hats and headwear. The museum is housed in a restored Grade ll listed Victorian Mill, appropriately once a thriving hat factory. Find out about exhibitions, collections and special events.
www.hatworks.org.uk
Filed in History & Heritage
Stockport Youth Orchestra
Stockport Youth Orchestra was formed in 1956 and since that time has gained an enviable reputation not only for quality concerts but also for the range of opportunities and high standard training of young musicians in the art of orchestral playing. Find out about concerts and recordings, the staff and tutors, and how to join the orchestra.
www.syo.org.uk
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Stockport Sword Club
Stockport Sword Club is a modern fencing club that caters for foilists, epéeists and sabreurs at all levels, from absolute beginner to seasoned international. The club has a number of qualified, experienced, friendly coaches available to give advice and tuition. Find out about meeting times, the history of fencing and the accolades of the club's coaches.
www.stockportsword.fsnet.co.uk
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