Local opticians makes fundraising a piece of cake   Well done to the team at Specsavers who baked a delicious range of sweet treats for customers visiting the store, raising £350 for the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB). Staff at the opticians treated the local community to a bake sale, which included...

In need of some Halloween inspiration? We’ve picked out some ghoulish ideas to keep you and the kids busy this spooky season… Get kitted out! Whether the kids want to be a freaky clown, a spooky skeleton, or even a unicorn, you’re sure to find what you need on the square. Stop by Peacocks and...

Stoptober, the 28-day stop smoking campaign, is back this October. Here at Swinton Square, Easy Smoke are on hand to help you through it. There a lots of ways to quit and Stoptober can help people choose what works for them. Stoptober offers a range of free support to help people on their quitting...

This summer sees the hotly anticipated unveiling of Karen Millen’s new eyewear styles. Exclusive to Specsavers, the latest range – which includes 26 trend-led glasses – showcases the British brand’s uncompromising attention to detail. Aimed at confident women who know their own style, the vibrant collection is now available at Specsavers, Swinton Square. Styles...

To educate children on the importance of eye health, Specsavers hosted a workshop at Harrop Fold School in Salford, filmed by Channel 4 for the second series of Educating Greater Manchester. Year 9 pupils, aged 13-14, were invited to attend the assembly to learn more about the importance of eye care. During the assembly,...

Here on Swinton Square we are big food fans. Whether it’s grabbing breakfast on the way to the office, picking up dinner to refuel you for the afternoon or choosing somewhere to eat with family and loved ones for tea, everything you need is right here at Swinton Square. If you’re after something that...

Swinton Square has welcomed a brand new face to the team by appointing a new Centre Manager, Chris Doidge. Chris joined the team in early 2018, having previously worked in Rochdale for the past 10 years. Though new to the Swinton area, he is excited at the developments taking place within Swinton and joining...

  Write your cards, buy your chocolates and pop te date into your diary – Sunday 11th March is Mother’s Day! If you’re lacking in gift inspiration, read on to find our fantastic gift guide – guaranteed to keep you in Mum’s good books all year! The first thing you’ll need is a card...

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, we’re starting to feel the love at Swinton Square! Show them you love them with a gift from Boots – with everything from grooming gift sets to hair products, you’re guaranteed to find something your partner will love. To go all out, browse the luxury gift sets...

Swinton Sweep Winner Sharon Willis got into the Christmas spirit of giving last weekend by spending her £100 prize money on supplies for a local animal shelter. Swinton Square has been hosting a flurry of festive activity every Saturday over the month of December, with the chance to see Christmas Carols, the Snowflake Sisters...