Live mannequins surprise shoppers at The Rock

Monday, 8 July 2024 12:25

By David Murphy

Visitors to The Rock Shopping Centre had to look twice when they spotted live mannequins in store windows at the retail destination over the weekend.

The centre held a two-day ‘Fashion Through The Glass’ event where shop window mannequins were swapped for models showcasing the latest summer looks.

Shows took place on Friday 5^th July and Saturday 6^th July and were held to inspire shoppers updating their wardrobes ready for the holiday season.

Retailers including Next, M&S, River Island, Primark, Vanilla, FME, Superdry and Vision Express took part in the shows.

Arnold Wilcox-Wood, centre director of The Rock, said: “We’re always thinking of new and engaging ways to support our retailers and inspire our shoppers. This event was a great way to showcase our retailers’ product lines and encourage our visitors to head into our stores.”

More from Local News

Travel network impacted by Storm Lillian

A TfGM spokesperson said: “Strong winds from Storm Lillian are causing disruption on the transport network this morning (August 23)
More than 40 suspected stolen vehicles and plant machinery recovered in Rochdale

43 vehicles seized in total. Four people arrested on suspicion of theft of motor vehicle and money laundering offences. Officers also seized five Rolex watches, on Tag Heuer watch, seven bottles of vintage whiskey as well as £5000 in cash.
Today’s the Day! GCSE Results 2024

Young people across Bury have received their GCSE results today, an important moment in their lives so far.
VINCI Building launches new community skills centre in Radcliffe town centre

VINCI Building is proud to announce the start of Radcliffe’s new community skills programme, based at the construction site of the new Radcliffe Hub.
Best foot forward as tea dances return to Rochdale Town Hall

Rochdale Town Hall’s popular tea dances are waltzing back into town, with the first post restoration dance taking place next month.
Summer success: Feel Good Festival rocks Rochdale

Thousands packed Rochdale town centre in the summer sunshine at the weekend for the eagerly awaited return of Rochdale Feel Good Festival.
Derelict site cleared to make way for housing

The site of a former school in Bury has now been completely cleared to make way for much-needed new housing.
Police appeal for information following an armed robbery on Hollin Lane

Shortly after 4pm yesterday (Monday 12 August) we were called to reports of an armed robbery at a shop on Hollin Lane in Middleton.