An opportunity to buy a drink/coffee and hear from local traders followed by a walking tour of central Stockport's independent scene. The tour will end at the market hall for an evening of learning, celebration and exploration.

'Soap box' speakers:

- John McCauley, Grit Studios

- Sophia Rosemary (Barese) – Top of the Town Vintage

- Coral Murphy – Emiko Studios

- Scott Graham – Oh My Glaze/Burgatory/Spinn Off

- Mark Welsby - Runway Brewery

Stockport’s ‘journey’ in context:

Joe Barratt - High Street Taskforce, Teenage Market co-founder and Local Councillor

Followed by panel discussion / Q&A