Warrington Scoop

Starting a Newsletter For Warrington

It's been two years since the first Warrington Scoop email went out. But why did it start? And who is behind Warrington's feel-good newsletter? This month I'm chatting to Mike Payton, the creator and author of the Warrington Scoop. Mike talks about how a Google algorithm update destroyed his previous web-based businesses, leading him to seek a platform he could fully own. The newsletter has since expanded to include social media channels and this podcast, reaching nearly 15,000 subscribers with curated events, feel-good stories, and local trivia. If you've ever wondered who the person behind the Warrington Scoop is, this episode is for you. Sign up to hear about events in Warrington straight to your inbox twice a week at warringtonscoop.co.uk [https://warringtonscoop.co.uk] For information on advertising opportunities please contact hi@warringtonscoop.co.uk [hi@warringtonscoop.co.uk] The Warrington Scoop podcast is produced by Charles Commins from Vibrant Sound Media [https://vibrantsoundmedia.com]

Luke Littler V Mo Farah in Warrington? Yes please!

Would you watch a half marathon with a leg of darts at the end of each mile? Your favourite day out in Warrington. And what's happening May. There's loads for us to talk about in this month's episode of the Warrington Scoop. So press play and Get The Scoop! Sign up to hear about events in Warrington straight to your inbox twice a week at warringtonscoop.co.uk [https://warringtonscoop.co.uk] For information on advertising opportunities please contact hi@warringtonscoop.co.uk [hi@warringtonscoop.co.uk] The Warrington Scoop podcast is produced by Charles Commins from Vibrant Sound Media [https://vibrantsoundmedia.com]

Helping Warrington men with their mental health

Men's mental health support is available in Warrington because it's needed. Around 1 in 8 men experience a common mental health condition such as depression or anxiety. Yet they're often less likely to seek support for mental health concerns compared to women. In the UK, suicide is the leading cause of death for men under 50, highlighting the urgent need for open conversations and accessible support. In Warrington there are several support groups and ways to seek help. We speak to mental health advocate, Lee Payton about his journey, Andy's Man Club and what support is available in our town. This episode contains talk about suicide ideation. Links from this episode Andy's Man Club - facebook.com/amcwarrington [facebook.com/amcwarrington/] Warrington Wolves Offload - warringtonwolvesfoundation.com/offload [warringtonwolvesfoundation.com/offload] TalkHub - instagram.com/talkhub_ [instagram.com/talkhub_] More Than Men - warrington.gov.uk/happy-ok-sad/hos-directory/more-men [warrington.gov.uk/happy-ok-sad/hos-directory/more-men] What's On Guide Warrington Crime Festival - ticketsource.com/warringtoncrimefestival [ticketsource.com/warringtoncrimefestival] Al Murray – All You Need Is Guv - culturewarrington.org/whats-on/al-murray-all-you-need-is-guv [culturewarrington.org/whats-on/al-murray-all-you-need-is-guv] Super Sonic Sound of Oasis - skiddle.com/whats-on/Warrington/Empire-Warrington/Super-Sonic-Sound-of-Oasis/42082611 [skiddle.com/whats-on/Warrington/Empire-Warrington/Super-Sonic-Sound-of-Oasis/42082611] Bingo That’s Bonkers - waltonhallgardens.co.uk/events/bingo-thats-bonkers [waltonhallgardens.co.uk/events/bingo-thats-bonkers] Agatha Crusty and the Village Hall Murders - bwplayers.co.uk/agatha-crusty-and-the-village-hall-murders [bwplayers.co.uk/agatha-crusty-and-the-village-hall-murders] Sign up to hear about events in Warrington straight to your inbox twice a week at warringtonscoop.co.uk [https://warringtonscoop.co.uk] For information on advertising opportunities please contact hi@warringtonscoop.co.uk [hi@warringtonscoop.co.uk] The Warrington Scoop podcast is produced by Charles Commins from Vibrant Sound Media [https://vibrantsoundmedia.com]

Get to know Warrington Town Women FC

Rugby League may take primary spot in Warrington's sporting heritage but football still has a big part in our town. This month we're chatting to Helen Dobson from Warrington Town Women, as the Yellows look to end their season on a high with a County Cup semi final this month against Stockport County. We chat to Helen about football, the women's game and her business, Core Social. Links from this episode Warrington Town Women - instagram.com/warringtontownwomenfc [https://www.instagram.com/warringtontownwomenfc/] Core Social - core-social.co.uk [core-social.co.uk] What's On Guide Sandy's K-Pop Circus - https://gandeyscircus.com/warrington/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23595473968&gbraid=0AAAAADtll98NlgDQUc7e-Ez1V32UJtmhW&gclid=Cj0KCQiA5I_NBhDVARIsAOrqIsbrMkj_SlYcTmu-DynGxlkGRb_yygN9XdDcuG4brlyz3ZFtVcQut7MaAsXrEALw_wcB [https://gandeyscircus.com/warrington/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23595473968&gbraid=0AAAAADtll98NlgDQUc7e-Ez1V32UJtmhW&gclid=Cj0KCQiA5I_NBhDVARIsAOrqIsbrMkj_SlYcTmu-DynGxlkGRb_yygN9XdDcuG4brlyz3ZFtVcQut7MaAsXrEALw_wcB] Empire Warrington, Kerrang'd - https://empirewarrington.co.uk/events/ [https://empirewarrington.co.uk/events/] Bents Artisan Markets - https://www.bents.co.uk/p/artisan-markets-with-independent-street-mareve0004/ [https://www.bents.co.uk/p/artisan-markets-with-independent-street-mareve0004/] Walton Hall Ghost Hunt - https://www.hauntedhappenings.co.uk/ghost-hunt/ghost-hunt-at-walton-hall-friday-27th-march-2026.php [https://www.hauntedhappenings.co.uk/ghost-hunt/ghost-hunt-at-walton-hall-friday-27th-march-2026.php] Sign up to hear about events in Warrington straight to your inbox twice a week at warringtonscoop.co.uk [https://warringtonscoop.co.uk] For information on advertising opportunities please contact hi@warringtonscoop.co.uk [hi@warringtonscoop.co.uk] The Warrington Scoop podcast is produced by Charles Commins from Vibrant Sound Media [https://vibrantsoundmedia.com]

Why shop local in Warrington

Should we be shopping with more local businesses? Is it more expensive? Would doing so benefit our town? This month we're chatting to Robert Lester from Warrington Fruit & Veg about why shopping with independent traders could benefit not just your purse but the Warrington economy as a whole. Plus we're asking whether Warrington is really that bad. Both Charles and Mike chat about how Warrington is a nice place to live and Robert gives his thoughts too. And to round it all off we have our What's On Guide for February. Links from this episode Follow Robert on Instagram - instagram.com/warrington_fruit [https://www.instagram.com/warrington_fruit/?hl=en] What's On Guide Penketh Beer Festival 2026, Latham Hall - facebook.com/penkethbeerfestival [https://www.facebook.com/penkethbeerfestival/?locale=en_GB] The Makers Market, Time Square - themakersmarket.co.uk/venue/warrington [https://www.themakersmarket.co.uk/venue/warrington/] LWF No Love Lost, The Parr Hall - culturewarrington.org/whats-on/lwf-no-love-lost [https://culturewarrington.org/whats-on/lwf-no-love-lost/] GO WILD Holiday Camp, Warrington Market - facebook.com/events/warrington-market/go-wild-holiday-camp [https://www.facebook.com/events/warrington-market/go-wild-holiday-camp/1784331552230721/] Beatles Tribute: The Rubber Souls UK, The Empire - eventbrite.co.uk [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/beatles-tribute-the-rubber-souls-uk-warm-up-artist-from-7pm-tickets-1981036453360] Junior farmers growing strawberries, Kenyon Hall Farm - kenyonhall.co.uk/junior-farmers [https://www.kenyonhall.co.uk/junior-farmers.html] Sign up to hear about events in Warrington straight to your inbox twice a week at warringtonscoop.co.uk [https://warringtonscoop.co.uk] For information on advertising opportunities please contact hi@warringtonscoop.co.uk [hi@warringtonscoop.co.uk] The Warrington Scoop podcast is produced by Charles Commins from Vibrant Sound Media [https://vibrantsoundmedia.com]