Cheadle is a wonderfully friendly place to visit, and last week our reporter spotted one High Street store going above and beyond in the hot weather. Thank you to Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care 50 High St, Cheadle, Stoke-on-Trent ST10 1AF Phone: 01538 752085, for offering a kindness that goes well beyond a duty of care. Spotted On Cheadle High Street - created 29th June 2026

Almost 800 years of market trading came to an end two years ago when SMDC purchased Cheadle Market. Today, they are opening the doors to everyone to see the market and have their say on the future of this important element of town life. Can it be completed before the likely dissolution of SMDC, which should be decided by October? Will SMDC manage to get their development plans approved now that they don't control the planning process? Might Cheadle Town Council aim to take th

The Depot Charging Scheme - Grant The Depot Charging Scheme helps fleets switch to zero‑emission HGVs, vans and coaches by funding 70% of depot charging infrastructure costs (up to £1 million), with applications open from 25 March to 30 June 2026 or until funds are exhausted. You can find out more here: https://find-government-grants.service.gov.uk/grants/depot-charging-scheme-1 How to Switch Your Business Fleet to Zero Emissions - created 8th June 2026

sben have announced that the improving Green Spaces Pilot Programme is officially underway, with the first businesses already accepted and beginning their journey to transform underused outdoor spaces. Funded by Staffordshire County Council, the programme is supporting local SMEs with grant funding and expert advice to create greener, more biodiverse environments that benefit both people and wildlife. Although spaces on this pilot are limited, demonstrating demand now could h

Staffordshire Chamber of Commerce: Uttoxeter Business Hub 9.30am – 12.30pm 9 June 2026 Uttoxeter Globe Eco Centre, The Old Mill - ST14 8AG The Chambers are working in collaboration with East Staffs Borough Council, to support businesses within this local authority with business advice & guidance. The Uttoxeter Business Hub meets every 2nd Tuesday in the month at The Globe in Uttoxeter, it’s a drop in session, where businesses are encouraged to take their laptops to work, net

Updated 6th June to include comment from Comment from Cllr Linda MALYON On Wednesday 3rd of June 2026 SMDC opened the doors of Cheadle Market to allow community and business owners along with local councillors to take a look inside and find out what their plans are regarding development. Visitors, gathering on the market square The architect in attendance from Stride Treglown explained their vision to groups of 17 people, this was because they had 17 hard hats available. It w

sben are offering a free workbook is designed to help small and medium size businesses to understand the potential risks of impactful weather. While you cannot prevent flooding, heatwaves, storms, or droughts, you can reduce their impact through preparedness, targeted investments, and effective planning. Get your free copy here: https://sben.co.uk/funded-support/adapting-your-business-to-impactful-weather/ Help Your Business Adapt to Changing Weatherr

Scale Up Staffordshire is a new programme designed to support ambitious SMEs that have been operating for three years or more and are Stoke on Trent and Staffordshire based — or preparing to relocate to Staffordshire or Stoke‑on‑Trent. The programme offers interest‑free loans (subject to status) to help businesses invest in key improvements that drive growth, productivity, and efficiency. Funding can be used for: Site development Energy efficiency upgrades Equipment purchases

Ken Riley of Rileys Watchmakers and Jewellers by the Market Cross on the High Street is retiring this month. We caught up with Ken just before he closed the doors permanently following 4 decades of serving the people of Cheadle. He's seen some changes over the years we chatted with him about few of his special memories. He describes how the first watchmakers’ shop in the town was run by a Mr. Birch, roughly where the Samaritans shop is today. Ken's first shop was behind the

Town historian Mike Plant recently shared a comprehensive history of Cheadle town and how the market developed. A market has been held in Cheadle since the Lord of the Manor, Ralph Basset, was granted a charter for a market and fair during the reign of Henry III in 1250.* The granting of the charter meant that Cheadle was forever a town, rather than a village,* but what of recent history? COGNEWS shares the story so far. Cheadle Indoor Market showcases intricate red ironwork

No Reply on Cheadle in Doom Assets Letter Councillor Bentley asked if a reply had been received to the important letter sent to SMDC last month. He had proposed at last month's meeting that the clerk write to SMDC to ask for the four main assets of the town as well as the costings of running them. The council had authorized this request. The Town Clerk's response was that she has not had a reply. You can see below a copy of the actual letter that was sent and note the differe

This week, a new shop opened on Cheadle's historic High Street. Situated in the old Mother Nature building, "Little Dots" specialises in beautiful fashion and toys for ages 0-6. We met with owner Samantha Rowley-Corns to find out more. Samantha and some of her hand picked British Brands Samantha started her business two and a half years ago, a retail store and play cafe in Stone, when her daughter was just 4 months old. She told our reporter that she was very much inspired by

Tickets for the third annual LIV Golf United Kingdom presented by JCB 2026 are now on sale. The tournament is extending to 72 holes this year promising fans four days of world-class golf and entertainment in Rocester, Staffordshire Hospitality and general admission tickets are available as the JCB Golf & Country Club prepares to welcome the global golf league back to Staffordshire from July 23rd to 26th. This will be the league’s fifth time visiting the UK since launching i

Located about 30 minutes from Cheadle, Hartington Village - just over the border in Derbyshire - is well worth a trip out. Our editor, Lori, visited on a sunny spring afternoon; here's how she got on. The Picturesque Duck Pond The drive from Cheadle through Ipstones, Onecote, and Warslow, passing through the Peak Park, is breathtaking, particularly on a sunny day. The round trip takes about an hour, and with free parking available in the village of Hartington, it offers a ve

One of Staffordshire’s oldest family pottery firms has wished JCB and Lord Bamford a happy 80th birthday – with the creation of a unique handmade vase. Stoke‑on‑Trent‑based Moorcroft, founded by William Moorcroft in 1913, is renowned worldwide for its rich colours and distinctive tube‑lining technique, in which raised outlines are applied by hand before painting and glazing. The company’s skilled team has produced a four‑sided vase designed by Emma Bossons, one of Moorcroft’s

"You've been Cogged!" is a peek into someone else's world. It's something the team at COG has the opportunity to do on a regular basis, and hearing those stories, appreciating the work and life of the person, celebrating them even, is something we're honoured to be able to do. We've worked together to create a new segment focusing on the role individual people play in their local communities, often unheard but essential for the mechanism to work, just like the humble COG. We

Accommodation and dining, national visitor attractions and experiences, plus inclusive, accessible tourism and more proves again that Staffordshire Moorlands officially has the best in the business. The 2026 Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Tourism Awards showcase the very best of tourism across the region and many Moorlands businesses brought home awards. Five local businesses took the top awards in their categories: The Tawny Hotel won the top award in the Large Hotel o

Free to attend Wade Conference CentreHartshill, Stoke-on-Trent Wednesday, Apr 8 from 9am to 4pm Cybercon Staffordshire is back, the region’s biggest cybersecurity & tech event with expert insights for CEO's, IT Managers, CISOs, and CTOs The day promises industry-leading insights, expert speakers, and actionable knowledge, tailored for IT Managers, CISOs, CTOs, and tech professionals. It gives business owners and leaders the opportunity to stay ahead of evolving cybersecurity

The UK government has announced a new central hub for businesses looking for clear, trustworthy and relevant support at each stage of their journey. The platform brings together guidance on starting up, growing, exporting and investing, making it easier for businesses to access the information they need. The site tailors its support to individual business by asking a few straightforward questions about their sector, stage and location. From there, it provides personalised re

Tuesday, 12 May 2026 Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM The Beaconside Group, Weston Road, Stafford ST18 0BF The Staffordshire Business Support Conference 2026 brings together local businesses, support organisations, and industry experts for a dynamic day of insight and collaboration. Designed for start‑ups, SMEs, and growing enterprises, the event offers an interactive environment where attendees can learn about the latest support, funding opportunities, and expert guidance available