JP & Brimelow Estate Agents loves championing local community connections and supporting independent businesses, sports venues, and clubs throughout South Manchester. Would you like to contribute to our blog feature?

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Outlook looks bright for post-budget market bounceback..

Special OnTheMarket survey shows over half of UK movers going ahead with plans after months of pre-Budget turbulence Following the Autumn Budget, we decided to do a special edition of our Property Sentiment Index to gauge the impact of the long-awaited announcement on the UK’s homemovers and provide an early indicator of the market outlook […]

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Meet Our Local Business – Electrik..

Electrik is an independent cafébar nestled in suburban Chorlton offering high quality food, drink & service in intimate and down to earth surroundings. We have an impressive selection of beers and ales from across the globe on draught, cask and in bottles & cans. There is an extensive wine list, a perfectly formed spirit selection, […]

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Meet Our Local Business – Unicorn Grocery..

Our Story Unicorn Grocery began in 1996 with a simple mission: to make wholesome, affordable food accessible to all, without compromising our ethics. Founded by a small group of co-operators, we’ve grown into one of the UK’s largest and most successful worker-owned co-operatives. We believe in doing things differently—offering good food at fair prices, working without bosses, and […]

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Meet Our Local Business – Framing Manchester..

We deliver a variety of framing and fine art printing services to artists, creative businesses and the general public, which are designed to be cost effective for everyone. With a fully fitted workshop, including a computerised mount cutter for great precision and value for money, the business also has expert staff helping clients to find […]

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WPHI Upgrade: Improving Our Community Space in Withington..

Aim Upgrade WPHI: Improving our community venue with vibrant spaces, better sound, improved facilities and more local events for everyone! We built WPHI from scratch, first as a pop-up in the old NatWest, then Withington Baths, and now here at the heart of Withington, all thanks to your love and support.  This building was gifted […]

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Christmas Market down at Withington Baths..

Christmas Market Join us on Saturday, 14th December, from 12 pm to 5 pm for an afternoon of festive fun at the Withington Baths Christmas Market! Enjoy a wonderful selection of merry market stalls, visit Santa’s Grotto, get creative with bauble painting and wreath making, and treat yourself to delicious food and drinks from the bar. The […]

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A Bigger Splash. Withington Baths: Ten Years as a Community-Run Leisure Centre..

Len Grant.. For over a century, Withington Baths has been at the heart of its community. When closure threatened in 2013, local people were having none of it. A passionate campaign followed, and the Baths was eventually entrusted to the community to run for themselves. Ten years later, this much-loved Edwardian building is not only […]

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Why you should move to Windermere, in the Lake District..

If you dream of living somewhere that blends countryside tranquillity with an active, welcoming community, Windermere is one of the most desirable towns in the Lake District. With world-famous scenery, excellent amenities, good schools and strong transport links, Windermere makes the perfect weekend getaway – but what if getting away is something you want to […]

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Meet Our Local Business – David Gavin Design..

DAVID GAVIN DESIGN A beautiful interior design and home accessories shop located on Burton Road in West Didsbury. We stock a range of highly sought-after fabric and wallpaper brands including:Colefax and Fowler, Osborne & Little, Casamance, Premiere Housewares, Jean Paul Gaultier, LeLievre, Romo and many more. Our decorative accessories, scented candles, cushions, vintage furniture and […]

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Withington Works at Withington Public Hall Institute..

Withington Works – Your Local Co-Working Hub After a successful launch in November, Withington Works is now fully underway at Withington Public Hall Institute – offering a bright, relaxed place to work, think, and connect. Open Monday to Friday, 10am-4pm, you’ll find fast Wi-Fi, meeting pods, and complimentary tea, coffee, and kitchenette use (toaster, microwave, […]