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Are you looking to relocate to Stockport? Moving home is not something we do regularly with there often being a few years between each move.
As such, we can often lose sight of the number of belongings we accumulate on the way and come time to relocate, there is so much to organise.
This is where enlisting the services of a reliable removal company is crucial.
White & Company is a family-owned business with over 150 years of service to the Stockport community.
We offer a tailor-made, reliable and professional service at a competitive price.
Our trained crews have tackled all sorts of challenges and can wrap, pack, and transport your personal belongings with minimum fuss and delay.
Should you require it, White & Company can also offer the storage of some or all your effects.
We have 19 storage facilities across the UK, offering clean, modern, easily accessible storage provision.
We serve all towns and villages around Stockport. To find out more about how we can get your dream move underway don’t hesitate to give us a call today for a free home survey and quotation.
About Us
White & Company has 19 branches located across the UK from the Channel Islands to Scotland and a network of industry partners.
This extensive relocation network allows us to provide the perfect removal solutions no matter where you’re moving.
Through hard work, commitment, and excellent service, we are now one of the industry’s largest removal companies.
We have 265 specialist vehicles, fully trained and security-cleared removals staff and 19 secure storage locations across the UK.
Why Move to Stockport?
The Metropolitan Borough of Stockport is a region of Greater Manchester in Northwest England.
Stockport has seen much change since its earlier emergence as an industrial hub when it was famed for manufacturing rope, silk, and hats.
“Future Stockport”, the local Council’s 32-year long-term plans for the town, has been bearing fruit.
Many ex-industrial areas around the town’s core are being brought back to productivity as mixed-use residential and commercial developments.
The reputation that Stockport was behind the times has dissolved, with the area being transformed into an upcoming vibrant location, ripe for business investment, plenty of employment opportunities and a revitalised property market.
Something the town has in abundance is community spirit.
Whilst Stockport has attracted some of the country’s biggest companies to the town such as SKY, Bank of America, HBO, and Siemens it has also managed to retain its own unique local character and independent traders.
A big bonus is that Stockport is located so close to Manchester, residents can enjoy the benefits of living in a town but be close to a wider choice of work and leisure opportunities only a city can offer.
Stockport also provides access to excellent road and rail network connections.
The M56 and M60 link both the North and South of the country as does the rail network with London which can be reached within a couple of hours. Manchester is just minutes away by rail.
All in all, Stockport has heaps going for it and will tick most of the “must have” boxes; easy travel links, job prospects in a growing economy, moderately priced property, some great schools, and the opportunity to experience a huge choice of things to do outside of work.
Stockport Schools & Education
Most larger towns have a good mix of schools and Stockport is no different. It offers a choice of state-funded and private education as well as several specialist schools.
Among the better primaries and rated “outstanding” by Ofsted are St Mary’s RC Primary, St Winifred’s Roman Catholic Primary, and Mersey Vale Primary School. All excellent choices for younger children.
As children progress onto secondary education Castle Hill High School and Cheadle Hulme High School are just two of Stockport’s “outstanding” schools for the 11–18-year age group.
Stockport College is based in the town centre. It is the closest further education provider for the town. The college has academic and vocational courses from pre-GCSE to degree level.
Things to do in Stockport
You will have a busy social life if you choose to move to Stockport.
Making friends could not be easier as the town has a huge choice of clubs, societies, and charity organisations that welcome newcomers.
Here are some of the town’s best attractions:
Stockport Air Raid Shelters: Explore the fascinating underground air raid shelters that were used during World War II. It’s an educational and historical experience that provides insights into the lives of civilians during wartime.
Hat Works Museum: Discover Stockport’s rich history in hat-making at the Hat Works Museum. This interactive museum showcases the town’s industrial heritage and the significance of the hatting industry.
Stockport Market: Visit the vibrant Stockport Market, where you can find a wide range of fresh produce, artisanal goods, and crafts. It’s a great place to experience local flavours and support local businesses.
Staircase House: Step back in time at Staircase House, a well-preserved Tudor building that offers a glimpse into daily life during the 15th to 17th centuries. The interactive exhibits and period rooms provide an immersive experience.
Etherow Country Park: Enjoy the outdoors at Etherow Country Park, which features a reservoir, woodlands, and walking trails. It’s a perfect spot for picnicking, nature walks, and birdwatching.
Stockport Viaduct: Marvel at the impressive Stockport Viaduct, a Grade II-listed structure that spans the river Mersey. It’s a stunning piece of Victorian engineering and a great spot for photography.
Reddish Vale Country Park: Just a short distance from Stockport, this park offers picturesque landscapes, river walks, and scenic beauty. It’s an ideal place for strolls and relaxation.
Stockport Plaza: Catch a show or movie at the Stockport Plaza, a historic theatre that hosts a variety of entertainment events, from live performances to film screenings.
Stockport Art Gallery: If you’re interested in art, visit the Stockport Art Gallery to see a diverse collection of artworks, including paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts. Enjoy your time exploring Stockport and the Greater Manchester area!
Stockport Property
Home to some of the most sought-after postcodes in the borough, Stockport is persuading potential buyers from far and wide to seriously consider moving to the area.
For prospective buyers, there is no shortage of homes for sale right across the region.
There are some very desirable neighbourhoods to choose from. The Heatons, Bramhall and Cheadle have become the borough’s most sought-after address’. This is due to the great schools nearby as well as the lovely properties. But as you would expect, property prices are more expensive here.
For more reasonably priced homes, Davenport, and Edgeley close to the town centre have an abundance of affordable housing.
With the current expansion program for the town well underway, there is plenty of new builds to choose from too.
New homes are available for all buyers, from two-bedroom homes up to large detached executive properties.
To find out where these new homes are being built visit the newhomesforsale.co.uk website.
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