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Warrington Scoop
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Your guide to everything that’s happening right here in Warrington, Cheshire.
Every month we’ll be sharing what’s going on in our town, from community events and feel good news stories to interviews with some of the people who really make Warrington tick.
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Luke Littler V Mo Farah in Warrington? Yes please!
May 700:22:16Tap to summarizeWould you watch a half marathon with a leg of darts at the end of each mile? Your favourite day out in Warrington. And what's happening May.There's loads for us to talk about in this month's episode of the Warrington Scoop. So press play and Get The Scoop!Sign up to hear about events in Warrington straight to your inbox twice a week at warringtonscoop.co.ukFor information on advertising opportunities please contact hi@warringtonscoop.co.ukThe Warrington Scoop podcast is produced by Charles Commins from Vibrant Sound Media
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Helping Warrington men with their mental health
Apr 200:27:46Tap to summarizeMen's mental health support is available in Warrington because it's needed.Around 1 in 8 men experience a common mental health condition such as depression or anxiety. Yet they're often less likely to seek support for mental health concerns compared to women.In the UK, suicide is the leading cause of death for men under 50, highlighting the urgent need for open conversations and accessible support. In Warrington there are several support groups and ways to seek help.We speak to mental health advocate, Lee Payton about his journey, Andy's Man Club and what support is available in our town.This episode contains talk about suicide ideation.Links from this episodeAndy's Man Club - facebook.com/amcwarringtonWarrington Wolves Offload - warringtonwolvesfoundation.com/offloadTalkHub - instagram.com/talkhub_More Than Men - warrington.gov.uk/happy-ok-sad/hos-directory/more-menWhat's On GuideWarrington Crime Festival - ticketsource.com/warringtoncrimefestivalAl Murray – All You Need Is Guv - culturewarrington.org/whats-on/al-murray-all-you-need-is-guvSuper Sonic Sound of Oasis - skiddle.com/whats-on/Warrington/Empire-Warrington/Super-Sonic-Sound-of-Oasis/42082611Bingo That’s Bonkers - waltonhallgardens.co.uk/events/bingo-thats-bonkersAgatha Crusty and the Village Hall Murders - bwplayers.co.uk/agatha-crusty-and-the-village-hall-murdersSign up to hear about events in Warrington straight to your inbox twice a week at warringtonscoop.co.ukFor information on advertising opportunities please contact hi@warringtonscoop.co.ukThe Warrington Scoop podcast is produced by Charles Commins from Vibrant Sound Media
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Get to know Warrington Town Women FC
Mar 200:29:09Tap to summarizeRugby League may take primary spot in Warrington's sporting heritage but football still has a big part in our town.This month we're chatting to Helen Dobson from Warrington Town Women, as the Yellows look to end their season on a high with a County Cup semi final this month against Stockport County.We chat to Helen about football, the women's game and her business, Core Social.Links from this episodeWarrington Town Women - instagram.com/warringtontownwomenfcCore Social - core-social.co.ukWhat's On GuideSandy's K-Pop Circus - https://gandeyscircus.com/warrington/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23595473968&gbraid=0AAAAADtll98NlgDQUc7e-Ez1V32UJtmhW&gclid=Cj0KCQiA5I_NBhDVARIsAOrqIsbrMkj_SlYcTmu-DynGxlkGRb_yygN9XdDcuG4brlyz3ZFtVcQut7MaAsXrEALw_wcBEmpire Warrington, Kerrang'd - https://empirewarrington.co.uk/events/Bents Artisan Markets - https://www.bents.co.uk/p/artisan-markets-with-independent-street-mareve0004/Walton Hall Ghost Hunt - https://www.hauntedhappenings.co.uk/ghost-hunt/ghost-hunt-at-walton-hall-friday-27th-march-2026.phpSign up to hear about events in Warrington straight to your inbox twice a week at warringtonscoop.co.ukFor information on advertising opportunities please contact hi@warringtonscoop.co.ukThe Warrington Scoop podcast is produced by Charles Commins from Vibrant Sound Media
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Why shop local in Warrington
Feb 200:32:40Tap to summarizeShould we be shopping with more local businesses? Is it more expensive? Would doing so benefit our town?This month we're chatting to Robert Lester from Warrington Fruit & Veg about why shopping with independent traders could benefit not just your purse but the Warrington economy as a whole.Plus we're asking whether Warrington is really that bad. Both Charles and Mike chat about how Warrington is a nice place to live and Robert gives his thoughts too.And to round it all off we have our What's On Guide for February.Links from this episodeFollow Robert on Instagram - instagram.com/warrington_fruitWhat's On GuidePenketh Beer Festival 2026, Latham Hall - facebook.com/penkethbeerfestivalThe Makers Market, Time Square - themakersmarket.co.uk/venue/warringtonLWF No Love Lost, The Parr Hall - culturewarrington.org/whats-on/lwf-no-love-lostGO WILD Holiday Camp, Warrington Market - facebook.com/events/warrington-market/go-wild-holiday-campBeatles Tribute: The Rubber Souls UK, The Empire - eventbrite.co.ukJunior farmers growing strawberries, Kenyon Hall Farm - kenyonhall.co.uk/junior-farmersSign up to hear about events in Warrington straight to your inbox twice a week at warringtonscoop.co.ukFor information on advertising opportunities please contact hi@warringtonscoop.co.ukThe Warrington Scoop podcast is produced by Charles Commins from Vibrant Sound Media
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Start running in Warrington in 2026
Jan 500:38:10Tap to summarizeAre you looking to be more active this year? You could join a gym or take up Padel. Or you could go from Couch to 5K with one of Warrington's running clubs.This month we talk to Bryan Forth from Warrington Road Runners about their annual Beginners & Newbies sessions, which starts again this January.With tips and advice on how to start running and what equipment you need, Bryan gives us a rundown on all you need to know.Plus we look back on some of the comments the Scoop has received lately about what you, the people of Warrington would like to see in the town.And as always we have our What's On Guide for the month ahead.Links from this episodeWarrington Road Runners Beginners & Newbies - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1503195026594384 Running Clubs in WarringtonWarrington Road Runners - http://www.warringtonroadrunners.co.ukWarrington Athletics Club - https://warringtonac.co.ukWarrington Running Club - https://www.warringtonrunningclub.co.ukVictoria Park Running Club - https://www.vprc.co.ukSpectrum Striders - https://spectrumstriders.org.ukWarrington parkrun - https://www.parkrun.org.uk/warrington/Lymm Runners - https://lymmrunners.org.ukWhat's On GuidePulp’d and Blur2 at Warrington Irish Club - https://www.facebook.com/orfordlane83/ Learn to bake bread - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bread-making-workshop-beginners-tickets-1604971877089Lymm Artisan Market - https://www.facebook.com/lymmartisanmarket/?locale=en_GBJason Manford at Parr Hall - https://culturewarrington.org/whats-on/jason-manford-a-manford-all-seasons/KISS Tribute (Hotter Than Hell) at Empire - https://www.facebook.com/events/1194139349347018Sign up to hear about events in Warrington straight to your inbox twice a week at warringtonscoop.co.ukFor information on advertising opportunities please contact hi@warringtonscoop.co.ukThe Warrington Scoop podcast is produced by Charles Commins from Vibrant Sound Media
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What does the Business Improvement District (BID) do for Warrington?
Dec 500:36:27Tap to summarizeWhat is the Warrington BID? What does it do? And how does it work for Warrington?Andrea Morley joins us from the Warrington Business Improvement District to explain exactly what the BID does for our town.Our small business of the month for December is Pop & Perch, an independent greeting card company, which makes pop-out wooden cards for all occasions. Mike speaks to the owner, Emma.Plus, our December Event Guide is here!Links from this episodeChristmas Artisan Market - https://waltonhallgardens.co.uk/events/artisan-market/Live/Wire - https://culturewarrington.org/whats-on/livewire-the-ac-dc-show/Christmas Gala Concert - https://culturewarrington.org/whats-on/gemini-musical-theatre-company-christmas-gala-concert/Carols from the Cross - https://lymm.uk/carols_round_the_crossStone Roses vs Oasis - https://empirewarrington.co.uk/event/stone-roses-vs-oasis-live-at-empire-warrington/The Little Children's Market - https://www.facebook.com/thelittlechildrensmarket -----Sign up to hear about events in Warrington straight to your inbox twice a week at warringtonscoop.co.uk For information on advertising opportunities please contact hi@warringtonscoop.co.ukThe Warrington Scoop podcast is produced by Charles Commins from Vibrant Sound Media
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What to expect from TEDx Warrington
Nov 600:40:51Tap to summarizeWhat is TEDx? How did TED Talks come to Warrington? Why should you go?TEDx is the local, self-organised version of TED Talks. TED believes that ideas change everything, so offers a platform for people to share their own ideas, on any subject, with the world.After a year away, TEDx Warrington is back with a series of talks and performances based around the theme of identity and purpose. It takes place on 2nd December at the Warrington Youth Zone, so we chat to Licensee and Curator of the event, Kirsty James, to find out more.This month's featured independent local business is Mamars Artisan Bakery and Delicatessen. We talk to the owner, Sonia about everything Mamars has to offer.Plus!Our November Event Guide is here!Links from this episodeTEDx Warrington - https://tedxwarrington.com/Mamars Artisan Bakery - https://mamars.co.uk/Gareth Malone Sing along - https://culturewarrington.org/whats-on/gareth-malone/Pop‑punk tribute night at Empire Warrington - https://empirewarrington.co.uk/event/fat-lip-live-at-empire-warrington/Warrington Christmas Light Switch On - https://gswarrington.com/event/christmas-lights-switch-on/Bents Winter Food Market - https://www.bents.co.uk/dining-at-bents/winter-food-market/Bar Hütte Christmas Village - https://www.barhutte.co.uk/warringtonSanta at Warrington Town Hall - https://www.warrington.gov.uk/news/festive-fun-warrington-town-hallSign up to hear about events in Warrington straight to your inbox twice a week at warringtonscoop.co.uk For information on advertising opportunities please contact hi@warringtonscoop.co.ukThe Warrington Scoop podcast is produced by Charles Commins from Vibrant Sound Media
Transcribe →Warrington's Artisan Markets
Oct 700:17:06Tap to summarizeWarrington's local and independent business scene is thriving and this month we're talking about some of the artisan markets that we've visited this month and chatting with Scott from Crafty Bees, a beekeeper with an honesty box in Burtonwood.Links to everything mentioned in this episode:Crafty Bees - https://www.facebook.com/crafty.beesuk/Activity Angels Calendar - https://www.activityangels.co.uk/index.phpWarrington Sky Garden - https://gswarrington.com/sky-garden/Artist, Bari Marsh - https://www.instagram.com/bari_marsh_in_the_studio?igsh=bHk5eGR5NmJlN2k0 Warrington Market Oktoberfest - https://timesquarewarrington.co.uk/events/warrington-market-oktoberfest-2/A Coldplay Candlelight Experience - https://www.lumos-experiences.com/events/warrington/ Comedy Store at the Parr Hall - https://culturewarrington.org/whats-on/ Halloween in the Gardens - https://culturewarrington.org/whats-on/halloween-in-the-gardens-a-night-of-music-fire/Halloween afternoon tea at the town hall - https://www.warrington.gov.uk/news/spooky-afternoon-tea-warrington-town-hallThis episode is sponsored by Vibrant Sound Media, Warrington's podcast production company. If you want a podcast, contact Charles at vibrantsoundmedia.com Sign up to hear about events in Warrington straight to your inbox twice a week at warringtonscoop.co.uk For information on advertising opportunities please contact hi@warringtonscoop.co.ukThe Warrington Scoop podcast is produced by Charles Commins from Vibrant Sound Media
Transcribe →Tackling Loneliness in Warrington with Activity Angels
Sep 100:33:52Tap to summarizeActivity Angels puts on activities for all to bring people together and help tackle the issue of loneliness in Warrington. And with 1 in 10 adults saying that they felt lonely in a 2023 survey, it's a service which is much needed in our town. On this month's episode we speak to Activity Angels' Community Activities Lead, Megan about the activities she puts on and how you can get involved with Activity Angels.Plus we've had a letter and there's the September What's On Guide too.Links to everything mentioned in this episode:Warrington Running FestivalDiscover Tree Climbing at Arley HallNatural History Museum presents Dinosaurs LiveHeritage afternoon tea hosted by the Mayor of Warrington Tickets, Fri 12 Sep 2025 at 14:30 | EventbritePicnic in the Park – Meet the Alpacas and the Mayor!Warrington ScoopActivity AngelsSpectrum Striders Running ClubSign up to hear about events in Warrington straight to your inbox twice a week at warringtonscoop.co.uk For information on advertising opportunities please contact hi@warringtonscoop.co.ukThe Warrington Scoop podcast is sponsored and produced by Vibrant Sound Media
Transcribe →What to do in Warrington this summer
Aug 400:25:11Tap to summarizeThe summer holidays are in full swing so we're taking a look at what's on to entertain you and the kids in August.We're speaking to Tony Spruce about the return of VPX Warrington, a weekly day of sport and activities happening across four different Warrington venues.And we're also paying a visit to the Children's Zoo at Walton Hall and Gardens to chat to Zoo Ranger, Peter, about the recent birth of some Red Squirrels.Warrington Scoop podcast is sponsored by Vibrant Sound Media, Warrington's podcast production company. Find out how podcasting can work for your business at vibrantsoundmedia.com or message Charles on LinkedIn. Sign up to hear about events in Warrington straight to your inbox twice a week at warringtonscoop.co.uk For information on advertising opportunities please contact hi@warringtonscoop.co.ukThe Warrington Scoop podcast is produced by Charles Commins from Vibrant Sound Media
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