In a world where online shopping has become part of everyday life, it can be easy to overlook the importance of our local high streets. Yet places like Macclesfield town centre remain at the heart of our community, providing far more than just shops. Every time we choose to spend money with a local business,…
In an age of streaming services and home entertainment, there is still something special about watching a film on the big screen. For Macclesfield residents, that experience is available right in the heart of town thanks to Cinemac, the town’s much-loved independent cinema. Located within the historic Heritage Centre on Roe Street, Cinemac has become…
In an age when much of the news we consume comes from national headlines and social media feeds, there is still something special about having a dedicated local news website that focuses entirely on the community around us. That’s where The Maxonian comes in. Created for Macclesfield and East Cheshire, The Maxonian is a community…
This is Macclesfield: Your Events Guide If you’ve ever searched for things to do in Macclesfield, you’ll quickly discover there’s far more to the town than many people realise. From stunning countryside and historic attractions to independent shopping, great food and a packed calendar of events, Macclesfield has become one of Cheshire’s most exciting destinations…
Why Visit Macclesfield? 10 Reasons and more Cheshire’s Silk Town Is One of the North West’s Best Kept Secrets Nestled between the Peak District and the Cheshire Plain, Macclesfield is one of the most fascinating towns in the North West. Famous for its silk heritage, independent businesses, vibrant events calendar and stunning countryside, it offers…
Looking for ways to keep the children entertained during the school holidays? Macclesfield’s popular Do Something Summer programme returns for 2026 with a packed schedule of free family activities designed to get young people creative, active and engaged throughout the summer break. Organised by Macclesfield Town Council, Do Something Summer has become one of the…
Many people know that Macclesfield has a Town Council, but not everyone is clear about what it actually does. In fact, one of the most common questions asked by local residents is: “What does Macclesfield Town Council do?” Macclesfield Town Council was established in 2015 to represent the interests of the town and its residents.…
The newly transformed Macclesfield Market Hall has quickly become one of the town’s most exciting destinations, offering a modern mix of food, drink, shopping and community events in the heart of Macclesfield town centre. Located within the Grosvenor Shopping Centre, the Market Hall has recently undergone a major refurbishment as part of wider efforts to…
If you live or visiting Macclesfield and wondering what the Treacle Market is, you’re not alone. Recently celebrating its 15th year anniversary, the popular monthly market has become one of the town’s biggest attractions, drawing tens of thousands of visitors from across Cheshire and beyond. The Treacle Market is a popular artisan market held in…
Every summer, thousands of people head into Macclesfield town centre to enjoy the colourful 1261 Festival and Parade, one of the town’s biggest celebrations of community, creativity and local heritage. The festival takes its name from the year 1261, when Macclesfield was granted its Town Charter by Prince Edward, who later became King Edward I.…