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Free Reggae Vinyl Night at The Wren, Stone
DJ Dekker plays reggae, ska and dub vinyl at The Wren on 1 August. Free entry, 7.30pm–11pm, 75 High Street, Stone.
Footy Fairy Tales at Stone Library — 19 August
Footy Fairy Tales brings children's theatre to Stone Library on 19 August. Characters include Cindy-Ella and Little Red Riding Hoodie. Tickets £3 for first
Lee Walker Butchers Marks 50 Years in Stone
Lee Walker Butchers celebrates 50 years serving Stone. Founded in 1976, the family business is marking the milestone with a £50 voucher giveaway.
Stone Old Alleynians U9s seeks kit sponsor
Stone Old Alleynians Under 9s team needs a local business sponsor to provide eight playing kits at £32 each. Contact the club via Facebook.
Today in Stone — 22 July
Today in Stone: How to enjoy a business trip to London from Stone, plus 1 more local story with links to the full coverage.
Stone Warriors at Westbridge Park — Free Viking Event
Stone Town Council hosts Warriors at Westbridge on Saturday — free family event with Viking battles, living history, armour try-ons and kids' activities at
Stone Spuds Opens Friday 24 July with Free Jacket Potatoes
Stone Spuds opens behind Blame Frida on 24 July. First 100 customers get free jacket potatoes. Prices £4–£7 with toppings from katsu chicken to beef chilli
Walton Warriors under nines draw in first match
Walton Warriors, a new under nines football club in Stone, drew 4-4 with Florence Gold in their first friendly match ahead of joining the North Staffs Juni
Stone Racing Driver Will Jenkins Leads Porsche Cup Season
Stone's Will Jenkins, 20, sits second in the Porsche Carrera Cup GB 2026 after his first win at Snetterton. He races for Team Parker Racing.
Stone community groups: share your stories
A Little Bit of Stone invites local groups, clubs and residents to share news, achievements and community updates. Submit stories with photos and key detai
Why Stone's Historic Homes Cost More to Insure
Victorian and Georgian properties in Stone face insurance premiums above £800 yearly due to solid walls, shallow foundations, and costly specialist repairs
Today in Stone — 17 July
Today in Stone: Stone Town Mayor’s Charity Quiz, plus 1 more local story with links to the full coverage.
Pirehill First School Seeks Two Volunteer Governors
Pirehill First School in Walton is recruiting two co-opted governors. No experience needed — training provided. Apply by 1 September 2026.
Stone Town Council Grant Applications 2026-27
Stone Town Council is accepting grant applications from local community groups. Deadline is 17 June 2026 for consideration on 7 July.
Viking Event at Westbridge Park, Stone – Free Family Day
Stone Town Council is hosting a free Viking event at Westbridge Park featuring battle displays, living history, armour try-ons, and mock battles for childr
Stone Classic Car Event – July 11 2026
Stone Town Council hosts free classic car event on July 11 with around 60 vehicles from the 1950s and 1960s on High Street and Market Square, 11am–3pm.
Stone Town Council Meetings – 7 July 2026
Stone Town Council will hold meetings on 7 July 2026 at 15 Station Road. Members of the public can attend and make representations to the council.
Free summer crafts at World of Wedgwood, Barlaston
Families can enjoy free craft activities, Majolica workshops and interactive play at the V&A Wedgwood Collection in Barlaston throughout the school holiday
Sip, Slice & Shuffle fundraiser for Dougie Mac in Stone
Sip, Slice & Shuffle comes to Stone on 20 September — pizza, Prosecco and line dancing to raise funds for Dougie Mac Hospice. Tickets £25.
Inquest Concludes on Mayor Barry Panter's Death
An inquest has determined the circumstances of Barry Panter's death after he was blinded by tractor headlights.