There is lots to do in and around Stockport this weekend!

Those looking for a nostalgic start to the weekend will enjoy Terry Christian's 30-year anniversary celebration of The Word at Stockport Plaza.

The following evening, on Saturday, a showing of 'Beautiful Thing' will run at the Garrick Theatre.

Rounding off the weekend on Sunday is the Rare Finds Flea Market at The Space, with a range of unusual trinkets and treasures to be found.

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The Word is Terry Christian | Stockport Plaza | Fri 26 January | 7.30pm

Terry Christian will visit Stockport Plaza on Friday 26 January for a 30-year anniversary celebration of the TV show 'The Word' (Image - Alasdair Perry)

Relive the 90s at Stockport Plaza this Friday, as Terry Christian hosts a special event celebrating 30 years of The Word.

This show featured interviews, live music, game shows, and had its fair share of controversy.

Terry's show at the Plaza will feature a Q&A, as well as clips on the big screen from The Word.

A description for this event reads: "Join award-winning broadcaster, comedian and word host Terry Christian as we celebrate – with the aid of some amazing clips and a no holds barred Q&A – the 30th Anniversary of this iconic and quintessentially 90s ground breaking and controversial TV show.

"Going on air in August 1990, the Word both revolutionised youth TV and predated reality TV by many years. Deliberately aiming to achieve something new and exciting, the Word pushed at the conventional boundaries of broadcasting to court controversy and outrage the establishment."

This event takes place on Friday 26 January, from 7.30pm.

As of time of writing, the circle and balcony have sold out, but there are some stage tickets left.

Find tickets HERE.

Beautiful Thing | Stockport Garrick Theatre | Sat 27 January | 7.30pm

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Showings for Beautiful Thing at Stockport Garrick Theatre begin on Saturday 27 January.

A description for the play reads: "Jamie and Ste are next-door neighbours - Jamie's being bullied at school and Ste's being bullied at home. One evening when it all gets too much, Ste seeks refuge at Jamie's and something frightening and beautiful begins. Together the two boys find comedy, warmth and the music of Mama Cass.

"Jonathan Harvey's Iconic BEAUTIFUL THING perfectly captures what it is to be sixteen, in the first flush of love and full of optimism."

Tickets cost £13 - book HERE.

Rare Finds Flea Market | The Space | Sun 28 January | 11am-4pm

The Rare Finds Flea Market returns to Stockport for 2024, with this event at The Space set to take place on Sunday 28 January (Image - Google Maps)

The Rare Finds Flea Market hits The Space for the first market of this year.

Visitors can find the usual eclectic mix of furniture, clothes, decor, trinkets, and more.

A description for this event reads: "Join us for a day of antique thrifting with our community of vintage traders and local businesses.

"During your visit, enjoy a coffee or lunch on St Petersgate before exploring the local businesses of Stockport Underbanks, Mealhouse Brow, and Market Place.

"We're super excited to be back in the heart of Stockport's second-hand shopping area!"

This event takes place on Sunday 28 November, from 11am-4pm.

Tickets for this event are £1 on the door, or free entry for children.

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