For those of you who think Stockport is all Primark and
chavs, visit the market and think again. It’s been going over 750 years. It’s
got a great museum based around an ancient staircase (yes it really is
interesting), a museum telling the history of the town, and if you’re lucky you
might just find the dungeons open. There’s a pretty Victorian covered market, a
rather wonderful cheese hall, and the growing number of vintage shops will
satisfy those with an eye for a bargain.
Just a couple of streets away, visit the truly fab art deco
tea rooms at the Plaza – one of England’s hidden treasures. You could also
delight yourself with a visit to the World War Two air raid shelters and the
Hat Museum if you still have the energy.
By all means enjoy Primark and chav spotting, too.
