Stockroom, the newest cultural landmark in Stockport opens on 24th May 2025. A further step in the transformation of Stockport and the Merseyway precinct, this ambitious £14.5 million cultural and creative hub is set to breathe new life into the heart of the town centre.
Stockroom is a key part of Stockport Council’s £1 billion transformation of the town centre and has been designed to bring people together through culture, learning, and creativity.
This new cultural centre is located in previously disused retail units and has been created with funding from the Future High Streets Fund, which aims to rejuvenate town centres across the country. It’s a space for everyone – to discover a book, enjoy a live performance, be creative, or simply a place to meet up with friends.
Visitors to Stockroom will find:
A brand-new town centre library, offering a modern, welcoming space for reading, learning, and discovery.
A dedicated children’s creative learning space, encouraging young imaginations to flourish through interactive experiences. Young people can learn new skills and benefit from cutting-edge learning and IT facilities.
Stockroom Studios, a multi-purpose events space that will host a diverse year-round programme of activities.
A café bar, perfect for catching up with friends or enjoying a quiet moment.
Stockport’s historical archives, preserving the town’s rich heritage and making it accessible to all.
Stockroom will open with a major new exhibition, Chosen Family Album. Inspired by the joy of rediscovering old photos, the project invited the public to contribute family photographs from 1970 onwards—the same year Stockport’s iconic Merseyway Shopping Centre opened. The collection forms a shared Stockport family album, celebrating the diverse range of people and stories that make the town unique.
Also on display will be a series of creative commissions, bringing fresh and exciting public art into the space. These commissions celebrate Stockport’s heritage, community, and creative talent, featuring large-scale murals, interactive installations, and innovative works using sustainable materials.
Visit the website for further information: Welcome to Stockroom – Stockroom
