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AJ Handley-Rowe AJ Handley-Rowe - 10th November 2021

Family-run Greater Manchester business calls out customers for punching cakes

Thomas Melia Thomas Melia

A well-known independent Greater Manchester business has taken to social media to call out customers who were caught on CCTV punching their cakes.

Known for everything from cakes and pastries to hot baked goods and custom chocolate designs, Slattery’s in Whitefield has been serving up their gorgeous cake and chocolate creations for over 50 years, all while keeping the business family-run.

Unfortunately, the reason they’re receiving lots of attention at the minute is due to two customers resorting to violence on their pre-packaged sweet-treat products.

The social media account for this Greater Manchester chocolatier has uploaded two images which show the outcome of the fatal blows which struck two of their Victoria Sponge cakes.

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Although this punch may have cost them the price of two of their delicious traybakes, later on in the post, Slattery’s issues a big thanks to “All the wonderful families who’ve visited so far this summer.”

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“We know cake can be exciting, but a gentle reminder that little bakers should remain under adult supervision at all times – Thank you.”

This third-generation family-run “chocolate wonderland” has brought a smile to many locals’ and tourists’ faces alike with their wide variety of unique-shaped chocolate bars, lollies, grab bags and more.

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All throughout 2021, Slattery’s were serving up their moreish Slattery’s Chocolate Lockdown Platters consisting of shortbread, brownies, fudge, pretzels, marshmallows and Oreos, helping Mancs continue to get our sugary fix even during one of the country’s toughest times.

Just look at them – they do the lord’s work:

Slattery's in Whitefield, is a family-run chocolate and bakery business in Greater Manchester
Slattery's in Whitefield, is a family-run chocolate and bakery business in Greater Manchester
Slattery’s chocolate shop and bakery has called out customers on social media for punching their pre-packaged cakes / Credit: The Manc Group

As well as attracting visitors with its grand three-storey bakery and chocolate shop, Slattery’s also has its very own restaurant, Mason’s Dining Room, where people flock to attempt the ‘Chocolate Challenge’.

To win, two chocoholics must team up to finish an American-style chocolate fudge cake with chocolate ice cream, a portion of fresh cream and two chocolate pots filled with liquid chocolate sauce – oh and two delicious hot chocolate drinks too. 

Any sweet tooth successor will bag themselves one of Slattery’s chocolate medals and a box of handmade chocolates too – in case you needed chocolate anymore. 

Lastly, anyone after supporting this Greater Manchester sweet-treat provider can find the chocolatier and cake makers on 197 Bury New Road in Whitefield or via Slattery’s official website HERE.

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The old cotton mill in Stockport that’s home to the largest vintage lifestyle centre in the North West

Lydia Mastrolonardo Lydia Mastrolonardo The Vintage Emporium at Pear Mill in Stockport

Who would’ve known the largest vintage lifestyle centre in the North West, is tucked away here in Stockport?

Nestled inside a former Edwardian red-brick cotton spinning mill is where you can find The Vintage Emporium, supplying a unique shopping experience that is sure to fulfil all of your antique desires.

Pear New Mill is a Grade II listed building, set on the northern bank of the River Goyt in Bredbury, which is now home to a range of different businesses from an Adidas outlet store, to a climbing wall and of course The Vintage Emporium.

The Vintage Emporium hosts a maze of over 65 independent traders, selling everything from vintage clothes, furniture, jewellery, kitchenware, retro vinyl, and antiques, mostly from the 19th and 20th centuries. 

Every section has something different to quench all of your vintage needs, with lots of quirky items including a huge Flake 99 statue, Japanese parasols and taxidermy – perfect interior decor for your new home if you ask me.

Not to mention it has the sweetest on-site tea room equipped with antique furniture, ornate teacups and crockery, serving up some delicious toasties and sweet treats to pair with your brew. Name a better way to spend your Saturday? I’ll wait.

Pear Mill is located just off of the M60, with free parking and it is in relatively close proximity to Stockport Train station making it easily accessible from across Greater Manchester and a great addition to your next trip to Stockport. 

Vintage finds at Pear Mill, Stockport
Vintage finds at Pear Mill, Stockport
Vinyls are for sale here too
Vinyls are for sale here too
Another corner at The Vintage Emporium at Pear Mill, Stockport
Another corner at The Vintage Emporium at Pear Mill, Stockport
Vintage teddy bears
Vintage teddy bears
A corner of vintage fashion
A corner of vintage fashion
Just one of many corners filled with treasures
Just one of many corners filled with treasures
Leather jackets and other fashion pieces
Leather jackets and other fashion pieces
The Vintage Tea Room
The Vintage Tea Room
Pear Mill in Stockport is home to The Vintage Emporium
Pear Mill in Stockport is home to The Vintage Emporium
The Vintage Emporium at Pear Mill in Stockport
The Vintage Emporium at Pear Mill in Stockport
An adorable find
An adorable find

It’s open seven days a week, with the cafe open until 3pm everyday except Wednesdays. Oh, and nobody has to miss out as four-legged friends are welcome to have a browse too.

Go on grab your mates and enjoy a wholesome morning soaking up all of the history or take your nan for a little trip down memory lane.

Unit B1, Pear Mill Industrial Estate, Stockport Rd W, Lower Bredbury, Stockport, SK6 2BP

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