Davenports Menswear has received a Town Mayor’s High Street Award for long-service to Congleton. The company, established 121 years ago in 1904 by Tom Davenport, received a ‘Lifetime’ award as it is over 75 years old. Store manager Bob Clarke accepted the award from the Mayor Cllr Kay Wesley.
The business provides high-quality ‘lifestyle’ clothing for men on the ground floor and has an extensive range of formal wear upstairs, ensuring a perfect fit with its alteration service.
Cllr Wesley said: “Congratulations to all the team at Davenports for your long service to Congleton. With four sons, I have shopped here many times over the years, and the customer service is excellent.
“The building itself is of immense importance as one of the oldest in Congleton, dating back to the 1430s. The exposed timbers and curious shape of the shop just add to its charm and enhance the shopping experience.
“With these awards we hope to highlight the great shops and business in our town centre and say thank you to them for providing a local service. You don’t have to travel to the nearest city or out-of-town shopping complex to get stylish menswear, it is right here in Congleton. If you haven’t yet, why not check out Davenports?”
Each recognised business will receive a window sticker and certificate highlighting their years of service to the town. The artwork featured on both has been specially designed by local resident Kit Perren. Born in Congleton, Kit has owned a small restoration business in the town for nearly 30 years. With a background in fine arts, he brings a creative touch to both his professional and personal work. In his spare time, he enjoys sketching and painting scenes that capture Congleton’s rich heritage. Many of his town-inspired creations are available for purchase at the Congleton Information Centre.
Anyone can nominate a business in Congleton town centre or one of the local parades of shops for a High Street Award, provided it has been here for at least 5 years.
You must provide the name of the business, evidence of its start date in Congleton, and contact details for the owner or manager (with their permission). Send this information to info@congleton-tc.gov.uk with subject line ‘High Street Awards’.
