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Volunteering at Hale station

Back in May, we were delighted to be announced as the new official sponsor of Hale railway station. we’re excited to share some charitable initiatives we will be getting involved in through this new partnership.

As a proudly Hale-based accountancy practice (whose office sits directly above the railway line!), Alexander Knight & Co already has a close connection to the historic Hale station, which originally opened in 1862. Like the station, which serves as an important transport link between Cheshire and Manchester, we are proud to serve our North West clients, many of whom are located along the mid-Cheshire line.

Being part of the local community – and giving back to it – is something which means a lot to us, and that’s why we’re really excited about this new venture. And it’s a real source of pride to drive past and see the bright orange of our logo right there alongside the station sign!

Murray Patt, founder of Alexander Knight & Co, says:

“Hale station plays an essential role in both our daily lives and business operations – we rely on it for our team’s commute to the office and client visits, like many other companies and residents in the area. The chance to give back to the station in this way, demonstrating our commitment to the local Hale/Altrincham community we’re so proud to be a part of, is really special.”

Importantly for us, our sponsorship of Hale station goes beyond a financial contribution. Our team are keen to invest their time – and quite literally lend a hand – into preserving and improving the station, ensuring its future as an important local landmark which residents will enjoy using for years to come.

Our partnership will focus on:

  • Strengthening the station’s social and environmental impact Our team are excited to get involved in everything from restoration projects to regular station upkeep, where we hope to put our green fingers to good use in creating a more welcoming and sustainable space for the community.

 

  • Encouraging public commuting By enhancing the station experience, we aim to ensure that commuters are more inclined to use the railway, and in doing so, support the use of sustainable public transport – a goal which aligns with the ESG principles that guide our own practices, which you can read about here.

 

  • Connecting the local community We hope that this partnership between a local business and a key transport hub will inspire residents to support similar incentives across the area. By working together, we aim to foster a stronger sense of shared pride and identity within our neighbourhood.

We can’t wait to get stuck in – watch this space for photo updates as we roll up our sleeves!

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We did the Altrincham 10k 2025 for two charities

In the last few months, the team at Alexander Knight & Co has been preparing for this year’s Altrincham 10k run. On Sunday 7th September, eight of us put our training to the test and joined thousands of other locals on the run – and we couldn’t be prouder of how we did!

We were incredibly proud to represent Alexander Knight & Co at this year’s Altrincham 10k – a fantastic opportunity to immerse ourselves in the local community and be part of an initiative that truly showcases Altrincham in all its glory!

The journey to race day was both demanding and rewarding. A mixture of newbies and seasoned runners, the team leaned on each other for encouragement, motivation, and were driven by a shared sense of purpose as the race day loomed.

And what a day it was! We were relieved to be running on a sunny morning in advance of the heavy rain that followed all afternoon.

Accountants in Altrincham – proud to run our local 10k!

Smartly dressed in our fresh Alexander Knight & Co branded running tops, we were raring to go at the starting line near Altrincham Hospital.

The route took us up the Downs, into Bowdon and Hale, past some of our favourite coffee shops, then along the main road – even running past our very own Hale Road office, with family and friends stationed there to power us on through the rest of the race.

At the halfway point we found ourselves in the country lanes of Hale Barns and then we ended the race back in the town centre to be greeted by the warm support and applause of Altrincham residents.

Murray Patt, founder of Alexander Knight & Co, reflected:

“That race was incredibly challenging, pushing each of us to our limits. But I’m hugely proud of the team for demonstrating that their abilities stretch beyond the confines of the office! It was a memorable day that we will treasure for a long time. Crossing that finish line says everything about who we are as a team – we’re committed, determined and we throw ourselves into every challenge.”

And what’s more, to commemorate our achievements, the team have chosen to make two charitable donations – to the Children’s Adventure Farm Trust (CAFT) and the LGBT Foundation – both worthy and inspiring causes.

 

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Our special delivery for Barnardo’s

Murray Patt accountant makes special delivery to Barnardos

We were pleased, alongside our friends Gresham Wealth Management, to bring some some much-needed Christmas cheer to children at Barnardo’s in Wythenshawe.

Alison and Murray dropped off boxes of presents, including food and toys for girls and boys, which will be distributed this week to vulnerable families supported by Barnardo’s in Wythenshawe.

Ragen Fallon, team manager at Barnardo’s Children’s Centres, said:

“We are delighted to receive these gifts which will go some way to bringing some festive cheer to some of the most vulnerable youngsters in our local community. We appreciate the support of local businesses like Alexander Knight & Co.”

We are very happy to support this important charity and we are pleased to bring smiles to the faces of youngsters who receive amazing support from the hard-working staff, volunteers and other donors.

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