Where's Dick's General Store? What even is the @picturedromemacc ? For those that haven't visited us yet, and because we LOVE our home, we thought we'd share a little about the Picturedrome. Annoyingly we can only share 10 photos here and there's a lot to show you! At the top of Chestergate, a street that runs straight from the Town Hall, filled with historic and even Grade Listed buildings, the Picturedrome stands at the top as an art deco building originally a cinema (opened in 1911!). These days, from the team behind Mackie Mayor and Altrincham market and food hall, Picturedrome houses 9 independent bars and kitchens. There's a large indoor space, putting you in the center of the kitchens, watching the talented chefs and sitting around tables like family. A courtyard garden brings more seating, beautiful planting and another delicious kitchen. The building is fully accessible, which usually feels such a rarity, but a ramp and family changing room and disabled loo, plus a kids play area, makes disabled people and families feel part of the action and not a last minute thought. Dogs are always welcomed too and definitely always made a fuss of. The staff work hard at making customers feel welcomed, while the team in the kitchens and bars are on hand to share their knowledge and passion in what they bring to the Picturedrome within their own unique businesses. For the past few months now we've been in the foyer. A beautiful little space with original features and thoughtful arrangement. We've settled in and tried to bring a 'entrance THROUGH the gift shop' style feel, keeping you browsing while you think about what food you're having, helping you pick a card before you meet your mate for their birthday inside, while you wait for your partner to bring their takeaway bottles of exceptional wine and beer. Prior to Dick's General Store, we'd been avid customers at the Picturedrome. Then when Eddie came along, having a safe space as a young family, plus with myself (Leigh) having mobility issues and disabilities we always felt at home. To now share our business here feels a dream. We feel part of a larger family and hope to treat you, our customers, in the same way.

Up and at 'em shoppers! There's coffee brewing, breakfast cooking and traders ready and waiting for you at @altymarket @alt.markettraders . From 8am - 4pm you can shop the good stuff and say 'ey up' to Dick who's on the Macc Quad today selling wares for @hadfield.since1755 @modernwoolfare and @cup_and_cloth . Don't forget our Picturedrome shop is closed today while we wrangle Captain Chaos and juggle shop life - back to regular hours tomorrow. See ya in a bit ✌🏻

Happy Friday shoppers! Lots of things to discover in both shop spaces, lots of great coffee and delicious food to try out too. See ya in a bit ✌🏻 Picturedrome ✨ Friday 10-6 Alty Market ✨ Friday 9-3

A reminder that our Picturedrome hours are a little different this weekend. Saturday we'll be closed while Dick runs the quad at Alty and I'll be chasing Eddie around. Captain Chaos is still being trained up on using the till and takes far too many snack breaks to be trusted. Unfortunately that's just how things are sometimes when juggling parenthood and 2 shops, but we're very fortunate this is a rare occurrence. So catch us Friday or Sunday in Macc, or check out Alty for a day out of the hills and say hi! Picturedrome ✨ Friday 15th May 10-6 Saturday 16th May CLOSED Sunday 17th May 10-3 Alty Market ✨ Friday 15th May 9-3 Saturday 16th May 8-4 Sunday 17th May 10-4 At Alty we're part of a quad of stalls with @modernwoolfare @hadfield.since1755 and @cup_and_cloth , sadly it's @cup_and_cloth 's last day on the quad on Sunday, but on Tuesday we'll be joined by the brilliant @mustard.and.custard.interiors . Have a catch up with Alison on Sunday then on Tuesday explore what's new. Photo from our Picturedrome shop by the one and only @claireharry

We're open at Alty Market today with Fi in charge of the quad - @hadfield.since1755 @modernwoolfare + @cup_and_cloth . Things have been swapped and changed around to make room for more cards - then next week will see a big change on the quad, so keep your eyes peeled for that! Please note a change in opening times this weekend - Picturedrome ✨ Friday 10-6 Saturday CLOSED (we're covering Alty and have captain chaos with us, so PD will be closed unfortunately) Sunday 10-3 Alty Market ✨ Tuesday 9-3 Friday 9-3 Saturday 8-4 Sunday 10-4

We love these interactive books by @nosycrow - perfect for busy little hands and with recognisable nursery rhymes too, it makes reading with your little ones super fun! (There's a QR code too so you can singalong) We're stocked up in both shops, so if you're in Altrincham or Macclesfield today, you can add a book to your shopping list! Picturedrome ✨ Sunday 10-3 Alty Market ✨ 10-4 @picturedromemacc enter Picturedrome through the gift shop 💚 @altymarket on the quad with @modernwoolfare @hadfield.since1755 and @cup_and_cloth 💚

Happy Saturday shoppers! We're open and we're looking forward to seeing you all 💚 Picturedrome ✨ Saturday 10-6 Alty Market ✨ Saturday 8-4

We're slowly getting those Father's Day cards out ready for the super organised amongst you - Father's Day is on Sunday 21st June, so no need to rush, but we're ready if you are ✨ Open in both shops all weekend! Picturedrome ✨ Friday 10-6 Saturday 10-6 Sunday 10-3 Alty Market ✨ Tuesday 9-3 Friday 9-3 Saturday 8-4 Sunday 10-4

It's a Tuesday, which can only mean one thing - Alty Market day! Leigh is in charge of the Macc Quad today, selling the wares of @hadfield.since1755 @cup_and_cloth & @modernwoolfare . Find loads of amazing makers and sellers and produce and food at the market in the heart of Altrincham high street. It's a great day for shopping local, supporting small and enjoying unique 💚

Magazines, books, games and puzzles, stickers and giant pencils - we have loads to keep the kids busy on a Bank Holiday! We're open today in both shops, with plenty for grown ups and little ones, so you can stock up for some rainy day fun. Picturedrome ✨ Sunday 10-3 Alty Market ✨ Sunday 10-4

It's the weekend! You coming to see us? Picturedrome ✨ Friday 10-6 Saturday 10-6 Sunday 10-3 Alty Market ✨ Tuesday 9-3 Friday 9-3 Saturday 8-4 Sunday 10-4 Dick's in charge of the quad over at Altrincham, selling wares for us and @modernwoolfare @hadfield.since1755 & @cup_and_cloth Leigh's in Picturedrome. Swing by and catch one of us! Beautiful photo from the excellent @claireharry 😍

Happy Beltane and celebrations for the coming summer! These beautiful cards from local photographer David Hudson are perfect for sending a little sunshine to someone.