PEOPLE were taken back in time and found themselves in a spin as the latest addition to Stalybridge’s calendar proved a hit.
The town’s Civic Hall was transformed into a hub of nostalgia on Sunday, November 2 as visitors flocked to the venue for the launch of a brand-new Vintage and Vinyl Pop-Up Fair, organised by So Retro Events.
The event, which ran from 11am to 4pm, brought together a variety of independent traders who share a passion for sustainability, craftsmanship and all things retro.
Shoppers browsed vintage clothing, accessories, homeware, furniture, collectables and vinyl records.
Among those taking part were Molly’s Cosy Vintage, Emmaus Mossley, Jitterbug by Sally, Vintage and Vinyl Stalybridge and Seventies Soul, each offering their own distinctive selection of pre-loved treasures and timeless finds.
@ggc_media Get Your Thrift On! So Retro Events Vintage and Vinyl Pop-Up Fair at the newly refurbished Stalybridge Civic Hall on Sunday, November 2 — bringing retro style, classic sounds, and plenty of local buzz to the heart of the town centre. The next pop-up will take place at Ramsbottom Civic Hall on Sunday, November 16. Expect vintage clothing, accessories, homeware, furniture, collectibles, and vinyl records — all under one roof! #TamesideCorrespondent #Stalybridge #SoRetroEvents #VintageFair #VinylFair
And the feedback means more events are likely to be in their way.
Sally Marsden, entrepreneur at Jitterbug by Sally, shared the significance of shopping second hand.
She said: “‘Markets like this, trading and dealing with old things are getting a second life or even a third life which is all so important.”
Organisers So Retro Events’ next Vintage and Vinyl pop-up will take place at Ramsbottom Civic Hall on Sunday, November 16.
But plans are already underway for a return to Stalybridge Spring next year.
For updates, follow So Retro Events on Facebook and Instagram.