In this episode of the Old Moat Podcast with Gavin White, co-hosted by Amos Madra, we discuss:

• Investment in Withington Village: Updates on the exciting public space investment following consultations with the local community. Read more about the plans here.
• Christmas in Withington: Festive plans for this year’s celebration at the Red Lion pub, featuring the Sale Brass Band and performances by local schools, as ongoing works near the library continue.
• Old Moat Park Updates: A spotlight on the park's improvements, including the installation of a new roundabout in the play area and recognition in Britain in Bloom.
• 2024 Year in Review: A look back at this year’s highlights, including Gavin’s re-election, MP Jeff Smith and Mayor Andy Burnham retaining their seats, and the Labour Party’s general election victory.
• Winter Support for Residents: Resources and advice for coping with the cost of living this winter. Call the Cost of Living Advice Line at 0800 023 2692 or visit this link for more information.

About the Old Moat Podcast

The Old Moat Podcast with Gavin White and Amos Madra celebrates the heart of Withington, Manchester. From updates on community projects to neighbourhood highlights, it’s your essential guide to what’s happening in Old Moat.

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In this episode of the Old Moat Podcast with Gavin White we look at:  - Withington Action Day which took place on Saturday 11th May. - Your Community Your Fund – an initiative by Greater Manchester Police to provide funding for community groups in Withington and Fallowfield. The money is taken from crime and given to the community. - Hough End leisure centre expansion. - Withington Baths getting more funding from Sport England.

 

Old Moat Podcast with Gavin White is a podcast about the Old Moat area in the district of Withington, Manchester. It features everything we love about our neighbourhood, from Withington Baths, Hough End playing fields, Old Moat Park, Withington Village and so much more.

In this episode of the Old Moat Podcast with Gavin White we look at:    - Elections 2024: local & Mayoral  You can register to vote via this link Register to vote - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) - Withington Action Day on Saturday 11th May  - Ice Cream Walk (walking with Ice Shack Withington) as part of the Greater Manchester Walking Festival Festival Walks 2024 (gmwalking.co.uk)

 

Old Moat Podcast with Gavin White is a podcast about the Old Moat area in the district of Withington, Manchester. It features everything we love about our neighbourhood, from Withington Baths, Hough End playing fields, Old Moat Park, Withington Village and so much more.

In this episode of the Old Moat Podcast with Gavin White we look at:    - Hough End playing fields car park build - Elections 2024: local & Mayoral  You can register to vote via this link Register to vote - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) - We also discuss the new social houses on Rainford Avenue.

 

Old Moat Podcast with Gavin White is a podcast about the Old Moat area in the district of Withington, Manchester. It features everything we love about our neighbourhood, from Withington Baths, Hough End playing fields, Old Moat Park, Withington Village and so much more.

In this episode of the Old Moat Podcast with Gavin White we look at:    - The Fallowfield Loop enhancements (£4.9m) -This scheme will create a 24/7, orbital cycle and walking route connecting Chorlton to Gorton. - The regeneration plans for Withington Village and more.

 

Old Moat Podcast with Gavin White is a podcast about the Old Moat area in the district of Withington, Manchester. It features everything we love about our neighbourhood, from Withington Baths, Hough End playing fields, Old Moat Park, Withington Village and so much more.

As we approach the Christmas period, Gavin and Amos discuss Xmas events in Withington. They also talk about the forthcoming developments in Withington village. Also featured in today's episode is support with the cost of living crisis.   Help and support is available. Please follow the links below for more information:   - Manchester City Council https://www.manchester.gov.uk/helpinghands There is also now a dedicated, cost of living help and advice line that residents can call, Monday to Friday, 9am to 4:30pm. This will be a place that residents can get help with fuel bills, rent, access to food, advice with debts and support to get online. Call 0800 023 2692 for further help and support.   In addition to our local foodbank in Withington and Fallowfield, Southway also have a number of initiatives to help local residents in Old Moat with the cost of living this winter too:   • Energy Buddies – Advice and Support for Southway residents with bills and home insulation - www.southwayhousing.co.uk/energy-buddies/ • Quids In Food Club – Weekly food pantry at Old Moat Children’s Centre https://www.southwayhousing.co.uk/quidsin/ • Help with Rent – Help and support with paying rent with Southway this winter https://www.southwayhousing.co.uk/support-services/rent-money/

 

Old Moat Podcast with Gavin White is a podcast about the Old Moat area in the district of Withington, Manchester. It features everything we love about our neighbourhood, from Withington Baths, Hough End playing fields, Old Moat Park, Withington Village and so much more.

In this episode of the Old Moat Podcast with Gavin White we look at:    - The Christie Parking Scheme - Withington Baths update - Roads and pavements resurfaced - and preparations for Christmas 2023 in Withington.  

Old Moat Podcast with Gavin White is a podcast about the Old Moat area in the district of Withington, Manchester. It features everything we love about our neighbourhood, from Withington Baths, Hough End playing fields, Old Moat Park, Withington Village and so much more.

In this episode of the Old Moat Podcast with Gavin White we look at:    - The new 87 bus route and what it means for the people in the area - Latest updates from Old Moat Park - and 75 years of the NHS and it's role in Withington  

Old Moat Podcast with Gavin White is a podcast about the Old Moat area in the district of Withington, Manchester. It features everything we love about our neighbourhood, from Withington Baths, Hough End playing fields, Old Moat Park, Withington Village and so much more.

It's a busy and very sunny May bank holiday weekend here in Old Moat, Withington. In today's episode Gavin White and host Amos Madra discuss:   - The opening of the newest restaurant in Withington Almost Famous NQ (almostfamousburgers.com) - Can the 48 bus route be saved? - Latest updates from Old Moat Park - The Christie car parking scheme - Withington Baths, a MUST VISIT  

Old Moat Podcast with Gavin White is a podcast about the Old Moat area in the district of Withington, Manchester. It features everything we love about our neighbourhood, from Withington Baths, Hough End playing fields, Old Moat Park, Withington Village and so much more.

It's the first podcast of the new year and in today's episode we look at Voter ID's at the next local elections on 4th May. Gavin tells us about the new Table Tennis table in Old Moat Park. We also look at support with the Cost of Living Crisis.   Useful Links:

Valid forms of Voter ID

https://www.manchester.gov.uk/info/100004/the_council_and_democracy/8520/voter_id

 

Apply for a postal vote

https://postalvote.labour.org.uk/

 

Voter authority certificate

https://www.electoralcommission.org.uk/i-am-a/voter/voter-id/applying-a-voter-authority-certificate

 

Old Moat Podcast with Gavin White is a podcast about the Old Moat area in the district of Withington, Manchester. It features everything we love about our neighbourhood, from Withington Baths, Hough End playing fields, Old Moat Park, Withington Village and so much more.