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 a 20-minute train commute from Poynton Station to Manchester 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 talk: Can Beavers Save Our Wetlands?

Free talk: Can Beavers Save Our Wetlands?

Published: 5 May 26

The June activity for 'The PTC Nature Sessions' is here. Learn all about beaver reintroduction in this fascinating talk. Read More...

May Half Term: The Wild Footprint Scavenger Hunt

May Half Term: The Wild Footprint Scavenger Hunt

Published: 5 May 26

May Half Term with Poynton Town Council! Become an adventurer and join in the scavenger hunt along Park Lane! Read More...

Land to North of Adlington Business Park: Environmental Impact Assessment response

Land to North of Adlington Business Park: Environmental Impact Assessment response

Published: 24 Apr 26

Poynton Town Council's response to the environmental impact assessment screening application for Land to North of Adlington Business Park. Read More...

Proposed Adlington New Town

Proposed Adlington New Town

Published: 13 Apr 26

Updates and news regarding the proposals. Read More...

Lostock Hall Farm Environmental Impact Assessment response

Lostock Hall Farm Environmental Impact Assessment response

Published: 1 Apr 26

Poynton Town Council's response to the environmental impact assessment screening application for Lostock Hall Farm Read More...

Town Council Precept 2026/2027

Town Council Precept 2026/2027

Published: 27 Feb 26

Find out more about the precept for 2026-2027 and how Poynton Town Council spends it in the community. Read More...