Stockport legend Mama Flo set to be honoured with Pride of Manchester Community Hero award
A Stockport legend who helps feed the most vulnerable in her community with warmth and love is set to be honoured at Wednesday's annual Pride of Manchester awards.
Florence Coke, affectionately known as Mama Flo, has spent decades raising funds for schools and hospitals. She is best known for using her Buxton Road Caribbean takeaway to feed thousands of hungry mouths through the pandemic and the cost of living crisis.
The grandmother of seven, born in Jamaica, will receive the TSB Community Hero prize at Wednesday's Pride of Manchester awards.
The evening, hosted by Kym Marsh, is set to see stars honour local heroes in a glittering ceremony at the Kimpton Clocktower Hotel. READ MORE: Join the FREE Manchester Evening News WhatsApp community Florence has used her food and warmth to come to the community's aid during the most trying times.
