Old Moat Podcast

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. 🎧 Don't miss this episode! Listen, enjoy, and let us know your thoughts or ideas for future discussions.

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.

As we approach the Christmas period, Gavin and Amos discuss all the upcoming Xmas events in Withington. They also talk about the forthcoming Withington Walls exhibition being held at Libertine restaurant. Also featured in today's episode is support with the cost of living crisis.   The government is offering help for households. In today's episode Gavin White explains the cost of living support you could be eligible for.   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 today's episode we cover a range of topics including help for businesses in Withington, new improvements in Old Moat Park, and support with the cost of living crisis.   The government is offering help for households. In today's episode Gavin White explains the cost of living support you could be eligible for.   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.

From 1 October 2022, a new 'Energy Price Guarantee' will mean a typical UK household will pay no more than £2,500 a year on their energy bill for the next two years.   The government is offering help for households. In today's episode Gavin White explains the cost of living support you could be eligible for.   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.

With a busy week and eventful summer ahead, in today's episode Gavin White and host Amos Madra discuss: - Activities and events in Old Moat Park this week - Southway fun day on Old Moat Lane Green on Thursday - Opening of Libertine restaurant/ bar in the village on Friday   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 today's episode Gavin White and host Amos Madra discuss: 1. The student end of term clear out, 2. New litter picker for Withington village and  3. Alleyway projects.   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 today's episode Gavin White and host Amos Madra discuss the new low carbon homes in Manchester which will deliver much needed affordable housing for local residents in Manchester with a mix of apartments and town houses.   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.

The Christie resident parking scheme is being expanded into some parts of Old Moat, and is due to go live in August 2022. The council will contact all affected residents soon by letter about how to apply for a permit before the scheme goes live.   No enforcement will take place on the streets within the widened area, where signage is starting to be installed, until all residents have had chance to apply for a permit.   More details will be posted on the website, once letters go out to all residents in the affected areas. https://www.manchester.gov.uk/.../christie_parking_scheme   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.

With an eventful week coming up, Gavin White and Amos Madra discuss the market taking place on Sunday 29th May in Withington, they look at the opening of Libertine restaurant in the former NatWest bank, and the various local events taking place in Withington for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.   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 Gavin White, together with host Amos Madra talk about the Old Moat Park Climate Event taking place on Sat 21st May 2022 at 11am-3pm hosted by Manchester City Council.   At the event you can expect to learn about recycling, upcycling, growing food, energy conservation, sustainable transport, food wastage, clothing waste, to protect our environment.   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 Gavin White, together with host Amos Madra sit down and talk with Ed Wellard from Withington Walls. Withington Walls is a community street art project that aims to reinvigorate the area by commissioning and delivering quality street art to the shutters and walls in the village. The project is run by volunteers and is funded by public donations and business support. All donations to the project are gratefully received.   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 Gavin White, together with host Amos Madra sit down and talk with Chris Rose who is the Manager at the Co-op Food Withington. The Co-op supports local charities in Old Moat, Withington like Withington Assist and the Christie Hospital. Recently they supported the local community by funding the Marcus Rashford mural in Withington Village.   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 Gavin White, together with host Amos Madra sit down and talk with Mike Richard about Withington Public Hall Institute. Withington Public Hall Institute (or WPHI) now has a community focus. As well as showcasing local food and drink talent, the space on Burton Road is used for events and employability workshops.   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 Gavin White sits down with host Amos Madra to talk about Withington Village.  Looking at it's past, present and future. Withington is a vibrant local community with pubs such as the Red Lion, bars like Fuel and the Carnegie library are among the area's most notable landmarks. This community feel really helps keep the appeal of Withington high as a really great place to live.   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 third episode Gavin White sits down with host Amos Madra to talk about Old Moat Park.  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 second episode Gavin White sits down with host Amos Madra to talk about Minehead Community Cafe and Southway Housing, the local housing association.   Open Kitchen has partnered with social housing provider Southway Housing to open a community-focused café and food hub in the heart of a naturally ageing community in Old Moat (close to 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 first episode Gavin White sits down with host Amos Madra to talk about Withington Baths. The Baths had been earmarked for closure – to be replaced by the new Hough End Leisure Centre – but the local group fought for its survival as a community asset – safeguarding 25 jobs and retaining the centre for 2,000 members, including 700 children who visit weekly for swimming sessions. 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. Find out more and connect with us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gavinwhite76/about