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Love Longton, Stoke-on-Trent (2026)

04/10/2026

💚 SUNDAY CHECK-IN 💚

Sometimes we get so used to saying "I'm fine" that we forget to stop and ask ourselves whether we actually are.

So today, take a little moment.

And while you're checking in with yourself, think about someone else too.

💚 Who haven't you heard from in a while?
💚 Who always seems to be looking after everyone else?
💚 Who might appreciate a message, a phone call or a cuppa today?

You don't need to have the perfect words.

Sometimes simply saying "I'm here if you need me" is enough.

💬 LET'S GET TALKING…

What's one little thing that always makes you feel better when you're having a difficult day? 💚

It could be a walk, a cuppa, music, your favourite TV programme, getting outside, talking to a friend, cuddling the dog… anything!

Share yours in the comments, you might give someone else an idea for something that could help them too. 👇

Look after yourself. Check in on someone else.

Because that's what Longton Looks After Longton is all about. 💗💚

03/10/2026

💗 TAKE A MOMENT FOR YOU 💗

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so today we're taking a moment to talk about something important, knowing your own body.

Breast cancer can affect women and men, so this is a reminder for everyone to get to know what's normal for you.

There isn't one "normal" way for breasts or chest tissue to look or feel, and what's normal for one person may be different for another.

The important thing is knowing what's normal for you, so you can notice any changes that aren't usual.

That might be a change in size or shape, a new lump or swelling, skin or ni**le changes, or anything else that feels different.

Most breast changes aren't cancer, but if you notice something that's unusual for you, it's important to get it checked by your GP.

💗 TOUCH. LOOK. CHECK.

And while you're checking in with yourself, why not check in with someone else too?

Send that message. Make that phone call. Ask how they're really doing.

Because looking after ourselves and looking after each other is what Longton Looks After Longton is all about. 💗💚

For reliable information about breast cancer, including information for men, visit Breast Cancer Now Touch, Look, Check guidance.

02/10/2026

💗💚 LOOK WHO'S JOINING US… 💚💗

Yesterday we launched LONGTON LOOKS AFTER LONGTON — and already, local businesses are getting behind our October campaign! 🙌

Throughout the month we're bringing Longton together to raise awareness of breast cancer, mental health & wellbeing, while encouraging a little more kindness, connection and conversation across our town.

And we want to see as many Longton businesses as possible getting involved. 🫶

It doesn't cost anything.

It could be as simple as putting our 💗💚 window poster up, wearing something pink or green, sharing a post, checking in on someone or simply starting a conversation.

We'll be sharing some of the brilliant local businesses taking part over the coming weeks, so keep an eye out…

Because Longton isn't just a place. It's a community. And communities look after each other. 💗💚

If your business would like to join us, just send Love Longton a message and we'll get you involved.

01/10/2026

October is going to look a little different in Longton. 💗💚

This month, Love Longton is bringing local businesses, community groups and residents together for LONGTON LOOKS AFTER LONGTON.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Saturday 10th October is World Mental Health Day.

So throughout the month we'll be encouraging Longton to:

💗 Look after yourself
💚 Look after your mental health
🤍 Check in on someone
💗 Know your normal
💚 Start a conversation
🤝 Look after each other

No big budget. No complicated schemes.

Just Longton looking after Longton.

And we'd love YOU to be part of it. 💗💚

More coming very soon...

29/09/2026

🗣 COMMUNICATION BOARDS 🌈

Yesterday I was chatting to the lovely Kerry from Longton salvation army charity shop and she was telling me about a recent purchase she'd made for some of the customers to use in her shop.

🗣 A SEN communication board

🧡 The board she has purchased has:
8 different languages
52 pre recorded buttons
7 recordable buttons

💙 It can support:
Children & adults
Diverse communication needs
Non verbal individuals
Stroke survivors
TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury)
Apraxia

💚 It got me thinking, wouldn't it be great if more businesses around the town had these boards available in their businesses, to make shopping and visiting our town a bit more accessible for those that may need it.

💜 So, I'm asking you our wonderful community, would you like to see more businesses in and around town having a communication board available? Would it help support someone you know? May be a friend, family member or someone you care for or support?

🩷 Is there anything else that businesses could do to make visiting the town more accessible?

👇🏼 Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

26/09/2026

⚠️ DEMOLITION WORKS ⚠️

As I'm sure you're already aware, demolition works are currently underway on Market Street. 🏗

The traffic in town yesterday was a bit chaotic to say the least and I expect today will be the same. 😔

Please plan accordingly and please don't let the traffic put you off visiting the town. 🚗

The businesses on Market Street are still very much open and The Sound Of Coffee have an open mic session today. 🎤🎵

I know that work like this causes disruption but sometimes it's necessary and unavoidable.

It's a beautiful sunny day and the businesses of Longton are all open and ready to welcome to you. 🌞

Whatever you do today have a lovely day, be kind and be positive. ✌🏻

Em

23/09/2026

We can’t wait to kickstart the new season of the Launch It Stoke-on-Trent Start-Up Smarts Series this 12th Oct with exciting new sessions to help young founders build their business skills & confidence! 🚀

These FREE, in-person workshops are designed for local young entrepreneurs aged 18-30 in the area aiming to turn ideas or early-stage start-ups into thriving businesses.

Each monthly session brings expert insights, practical tools and real-world advice to help you grow with confidence. You can book the first two workshops now:

🌟 12 October – Branding with Andrew Hope, Hope Creative

🤝 16 November – Networking Skills with Kelly Archer, NetworkIN

🎟️ All sessions are FREE to attend! Find out more & book your place now at joinstokestartupsmarts.eventbrite.co.uk.

Running from Oct 2026 to Mar 2027.

🌐 Want to know more how you can access subsidised workspace & fully funded start-up support at our hub? Go to launchit.org.uk/stoke-on-trent now.

23/09/2026

🌟 BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT 🌟

🤼‍♂️ NWW West Midlands - Wrestling Academy is a Professional Wrestling Academy based in Longton, Stoke on Trent.

Ran by former WWE wrestling Flash Morgan Webster it hosts Professional Wrestling classes for 16 years and up.

It opened its doors in 2023 and since then it’s had over 700 students pass through its doors from over 10 different countries.

New wave West Midlands gives new or established wrestles the skills and confidence to take their wrestling to the next level and become champions all across Europe.

If you want to become a pro wrestler or you’re just a fan and want to get fit. New Wave Wrestling is for you! 💛🖤

19/09/2026

🍂 SATURDAYS IN LONGTON JUST GOT VERY AUTUMNAL… 🍂☕🍁

There’s something about this time of year that makes you want to wrap up warm, grab a cosy drink, browse a few shops and take your time.

And if you’re heading into Longton today, you can get a little bit of autumn everywhere you look… 🍂

🧀 Titterton Cheese – including those tempting autumnal flavours like Sticky Toffee Cheese 👀

📚 Andie,s Book Shop – plenty of books to choose from for those “curl up on the sofa with a blanket” kind of evenings.

👶 Reid & Twin – little autumn wardrobes are sorted! Cosy, cute and practical babywear for those crisp autumn days. 🍂

👗 The Blossom Closet – beautiful women’s fashion for updating your autumn wardrobe, whether you're looking for something new for everyday or a little something special. 🍁

👜🎀 Pearl and Gray – autumn has definitely arrived! Think cosy layers, gorgeous seasonal colours and easy-to-wear women's fashion, plus a lovely selection of gifts and homeware for those little treats or early Christmas shopping.

🥤 Sugar Rush Social – because autumn doesn't mean we have to give up the treats! Their autumn themed menu is now available.

🖤🔮 Raven and Stars Crafts – for those who like their autumn with a little more witchy magic!

🥩 Steves quality meats Butchers – think hearty meals, slow cooking and braising steak ready for those proper comfort-food dinners.

💐 Parsley and Sage Florist Stoke – beautiful autumnal bouquets and arrangements bringing those gorgeous seasonal colours indoors.

🇲🇦 Moroccan Foods Cafe – warming, comforting flavours perfect for a Saturday treat.

🏡 Wickwood Cottage – all the cosy, quirky little finds that make you want to hibernate… but in a stylish way! 😂

🎨 Dimbleby Ceramics – get creative and make something to enjoy at home.

🐾 So Very Dog – because your four-legged shopping companion deserves an autumn treat too!

🧁 Crumbs – because no cosy Saturday is complete without something delicious from your local bakery.

This is what I love about shopping in Longton… you can make a whole day of it.

A browse.
A coffee.
Something delicious.
A little retail therapy.
A book for the darker evenings.
Something lovely for home.
A treat for the dog.

And maybe just one more thing you absolutely didn't plan on buying… 😂🛍️

🍂 So, wrap up, grab your bag and come and enjoy a cosy autumn Saturday in Longton.

👇 What’s your perfect autumn Saturday?

A coffee and cake? Shopping? A book? Something delicious? Or a wander around the independents?

Tell us what you’re doing in Longton today — and tag someone you’d love to spend a cosy Saturday with! 🍁

17/09/2026

🎀 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗜𝗡 𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗘… 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗖𝗛𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗠𝗔𝗦 𝗚𝗜𝗙𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗚𝗢𝗧 𝗔 𝗪𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗘 𝗟𝗢𝗧 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘 𝗟𝗨𝗫𝗨𝗥𝗜𝗢𝗨𝗦! 🎀

If you’re one of those people who likes to get a head start on Christmas shopping, you’re going to LOVE this…

Introducing our gorgeous new 𝗕𝗼𝘄𝘀 & 𝗕𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗴𝗶𝗳𝘁 𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲, a beautiful collection of luxurious, beautifully presented gifts combining traditional winter botanicals with pretty bows and a touch of sophistication.

And honestly…𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝘀𝗺𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗔𝗠𝗔𝗭𝗜𝗡𝗚!

✨ Luxury reed diffusers
✨ Beautiful scented candles
✨ Luxury hand creams
✨ Pretty lined notepads
✨ Magnetic shopping lists

And there’s something extra special about this range… 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗺 𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻.

Whether you’re looking for a thoughtful Secret Santa gift, a little something for Mum, a Christmas present for a friend or simply a gorgeous treat for yourself (because apparently we’re allowed to do that too!) these are the kind of gifts that look 𝗳𝗮𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲.

The beautiful packaging means they’re practically gift wrapped already!

🎄 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹 𝗮 𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳𝗳… 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗮𝘃𝘃𝘆 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴! And with beautifully presented gifts like these, I can see them disappearing quickly.

𝗣𝗼𝗽 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹 & 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳. You might even tick a few names off that Christmas list while you’re here!

📍 Find us in Longton Exchange Shopping Centre
🛍️ 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗼𝘄𝘀 & 𝗕𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲!

𝗪𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝘄𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝘀𝗲 — 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗲, 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗿, 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘆? 𝗧𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄! 👇

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