Welcome to our Town

 

Poynton was a mining village which is often described today as “a small town with a village feel”. The Town is in a unique location surrounded by countryside, in the foothills of the Peak District, yet situated only 11 miles south of Manchester, which is only a 20-minute train commute from Poynton Station to the city centre. Poynton centre boasts a diverse range of independent shops and eateries.

More locally Poynton Park and Pool offers residents 50 acres of ‘Capability Brown-styled’ parkland with ancient trees, a spectacular pool and a surfaced circular path. Middlewood Way is a ‘greenway’ along the route of a disused railway line, and now a popular route for walkers, cyclists and horse riders.

Poynton’s award-winning Shared Space scheme contributes to be a thriving town centre with a design where vehicles and pedestrians have equal rights. This innovative scheme contributes to a vibrant and social street-scene.

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Council updates and events

Mayor

Mayor's Winter Wander

Published: 14 Feb 25

Families! Pick up a spotter trail at the Civic Hall and take it with you for a walk around beautiful Poynton Pool! Read More...

Weekly activities for young people

Weekly activities for young people

Published: 12 Feb 25

Organised by our Council Community Support Team, young people aged 8-15. Read More...

Household Waste and Recycling Centre Update

Household Waste and Recycling Centre Update

Published: 7 Feb 25

In February 2024, Cheshire East Council announced their plan to close the Household Waste and Recycling Centre in Poynton. The Town Council worked with neighbouring councils, including Bollington Town Council, to try to persuade Cheshire East to reverse this decision... Read More...

Poynton Plant and Seed Share

Poynton Plant and Seed Share

Published: 5 Feb 25

The return of Poynton Town Council's annual Plant and Seed Share! Read More...

Winter Photo Competition

Winter Photo Competition

Published: 31 Jan 25

Click through to see Michael Bell's winning entry to our Winter photo competition! Michael goes away with a voucher for lunch at Cofano Caffe as his prize! Read More...

Poynton Town Council precept for 2025/2026

Poynton Town Council precept for 2025/2026

Published: 31 Jan 25

The Town Council sets an annual precept as part of the Council Tax to help pay for the many local services we provide. To read the media release, click this news item. Read More...