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

Free Multisports

Free Multisports

Published: 11 Aug 25

Multisports are back for the autumn! Do you have children aged between 5 and 11? Then free multisports could be a fantastic activity! Read More...

We are hiring!

We are hiring!

Published: 11 Aug 25

We're on the look out for a new Council Community Support Officer. Could this be you? Find out more by clicking through. Read More...

VJ Day Beacon Lighting

VJ Day Beacon Lighting

Published: 11 Aug 25

Join us this Friday 15th August for a respectful tribute on the 80th Anniversary of Victory Over Japan Day. Read More...

Heritage Open Days 2025

Heritage Open Days 2025

Published: 11 Aug 25

We're back with a week of free activities celebrating our local heritage. 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...