The council bought the building in 2012, but it closed last year after Debenhams went into administration. Since then, the building has not attracted any commercial interest and has recently been used as a storage facility.
What is happening to Debenhams in Stockport?
The Debenhams store in Stockport closed down back in 2021, and there’s been a ‘where do I get mums Christmas present from? ‘ hole in our hearts ever since. After serving the people of Stocky-P for 45 years prior to its closure, the building has been left a little sad and empty since lockdown.
What is being built in Stockport?
The Stockport interchange development forms a core part of the Town Centre West regeneration district, a 130-acre site that will see new housing, leisure, workspace and amenities delivered, alongside these major transport and infrastructure improvements.
When did Debenhams Stockport close?
The council acquired the building in 2012 and Debenhams ceased trading from the premises last year, sparking speculation around the future use of the building.
What is Debenhams Manchester now?
The Debenhams stores at The Trafford Centre and the big one in Manchester city centre on Market Street closed in May 2021 after selling off stock during a fire sale. However, the name did return to the high street in the city with the Debenhams.com Beauty store in the Upper Mall of the Manchester Arndale centre.
Is Debenhams Stockport going to be a hospital?
The extension to the hospital will be in addition to plans currently in development to build a brand-new hospital in the town centre on the site of the current Debenhams building, subsequent to securing government funding for the scheme.
Why does Stockport smell?
Behind the trees lining the motorway, sits the Stockport Waste Treatment Works. The vast sewerage plant is largely hidden from view, but the stench it creates sweeps across the motorway, particularly if it’s picked up in a southerly wind.
Where is the best place to live in Stockport?
The Heatons, Cheadle and Bramhall are some of the most popular places in the region for families looking for their forever home, with part of the charm being the quality shops, trendy boutiques, upmarket cafés, bars, delis, traditional pubs and restaurants.
What do you call someone from Stockport?
Stopfordian is used as the general term, or demonym used for people from Stockport, much as someone from London would be a Londoner.
Is Stockport up and coming?
Stockport Officially Named as One of the Best Up and Coming Areas to Live in. The once forgotten town has now been named as one of the best ‘up and coming’ areas to live and invest in for 2022.
Are the frogs still in Stockport?
“Our business has been proud to call Stockport its home since moving here from Manchester in 1967. After a challenging period for all, we’re so happy to help bring this town back together with a charity supporting, community-based project like the Frog Art Trail.
Is Marks and Spencer coming to Stockport?
Plans for the future of the former Marks & Spencer site in Stockport town centre have been revealed by Glenbrook. The building – which has been re-branded as STOK – will provide up to 64,000 sq ft of modern office accommodation, with two large open floorplates of 16,000 sq ft each.
Is Stockport Library moving?
The future use of the Central Library building has been a controversial topic since it was announced in 2021 that the town’s library service would be relocated to the new Stockroom development within the Merseyway Shopping Centre.
Is Debenhams still open in Stockport?
It had been a fixture on Stockport’s high street for 45 years, linking the Merseyway shopping centre and the Red Rock complex. But it’s been left empty ever since.
What shop is replacing Debenhams?
Debenhams
| Debenhams’ former flagship store on Oxford Street, London | |
|---|---|
| Fate | Liquidation, folded into Boohoo.com |
| Successor | Debenhams.com |
| Headquarters | 334–348 Oxford Street, London, England, UK |
| Area served | UK Denmark more |
What is replacing Debenhams?
Parc Llandudno. The unit left vacant by Debenhams has now been taken over by Marks and Spencer.
Is Stockport getting a new hospital?
The new campus opens a fresh chapter for quality healthcare provision in the South Manchester area, which has been designed to centre around patients’ needs and provide a state-of-the art facility that will benefit the community for decades to come.”
What is replacing Debenhams at White Rose Centre?
Marks & Spencer
Marks & Spencer has signed to relocate into a new 80,000sq ft anchor store within White Rose Leeds, an out-of-town retail centre Yorkshire operated by Landsec. The new full-scale M&S store, formerly occupied by Debenhams which closed permanently in May this year, represents a significant upsize for the retailer.
Is next in Peel Centre Stockport closing down?
Now, a Next spokesperson has confirmed to the Manchester Evening News that the branch will shut for good. They said: “I can confirm the Stockport Peel store will be closing in June.
Why does Stockport have frogs?
The town first welcomed the amphibious attractions two years ago. Organised by Stockport’s Business Improvement District (BID) – branded as Totally Stockport – the Giant Leap Frog Art Trail attracted thousands of visitors from across the region, and children of all ages had great fun seeking out all 19 giant frogs.
Where does Stockport tap water come from?
The reservoir provides drinking water for the town of Stockport and its surrounding areas, and it holds 4,215 million litres (1.113×109 US gal) of water. Errwood Sailing Club uses the reservoir for sailing training/racing, and fishing rights are controlled by Errwood Fly Fishing Club.