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Issue 35 March / April 2020 In this issue Events - P5 Under The Hammer - P12 Food & Drink - P14

Children’s Activities - P17 Fitness Tips - P22

Interior Design - P28

Wellbeing - Pilates - P32

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Welcome to Wilmslow & Alderley Edge Welcome to the March / April issue of SK Wilmslow & Alderley Edge. Hopefully this month’s bright front cover will get us all in the mood for springtime and we can leave winter behind.

This months Under the Hammer, Charles Hanson highlights a Chinese bowl found in a local valuation day last month.

It came in a box of general items and is expected to fetch in excess of £25,000. Might be worth checking out what’s in those boxes up in the attic. All the details are on page 12.

This month Interior Design page 28

Our interiors expert Sharon Rankin has some great ideas to reclaim that comfy corner, a place where you can just get some me time. Turn to Interior Design on page 28 for her tips.

We have five pages of events in and around the area along with two pages of Children’s Activities, to help get you out and about within the community and make the most of springtime.

Hope you enjoy the read.

Cheers

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e would all love to relax in a comfy chair, a place that’s calling us to sink into, somewhere to rest after a busy day.

Maybe there’s a space bookmarked for this very job but it has ironing, lego or a dog there now. Reclaim it and rebrand it.

Firstly, unless you’re used to lots of colour, go with a more neutral palette, by not choosing the accent colour in your room, it feels more restful, more trusting for your weary self. Let’s be honest, you might love your bright yellow lamp and cushions, but relaxing and bright yellow aren’t a pairing I’d usually pick. Choose the room carefully, a perfect corner in your entrance hallway may look great, but if the window cleaner/ neighbour/children can’t help but see you there I’d find another corner.

Maybe your bedroom, the lounge, sun room, there’ll be a quiet(er) corner just right for you. You may need to hide that ironing or relocate the dog but that’s a winwin in my book.

Next, let’s see what you have in your home that you can use. Your basic requirements if you look at all of these images are a chair or love seat, with or without a footstool, a lamp and a side table, but if the chair is to go next to some existing shelves it will be fine without a side table. Make sure that these are all items you love, this is a corner for you, don’t make do.

If you need something new take time to find something that speaks to you and it will look great.

The neutral chair must be comfy, layers and textures are key. If it’s a cold day a soft throw will look great and feel lovely to snuggle under. Use cushions for texture and interest and to prop your head or feet on. The side table can hold your favourite books and magazines, a candle, a picture or two and maybe a lamp. You may choose a floor standing lamp that arcs over with a warm glow. Add a mirror or some art, choosing one large piece makes an impact or if you prefer a gallery wall for interest go for that, it’s all about you.

We must look after ourselves before we can look after others.

We hear it often but do it less. Here’s an opportunity for a few minutes a day to relax and think of what you need. Happy choosing your pieces, if you need help let me know. If you put this together and it makes you smile, you’ve cracked it.

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Contents Welcome - Page 3 Events - Pages 5, 6, 8 & 10 Under the Hammer – Page 12 Food & Drink - Page 14 Children’s Activities - Pages 17 & 20 Travel Talk – Page 18 Fitness / Lifestyle Tips - Page 22

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In Stitches – Page 24 Community Care – Page 26 Interior Design – Page 28 Community Index - Page 30 Wellbeing - Pilates – Page 32 Ad Index - Page 34

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Every Monday: Knit and Natter Group

All welcome from novices to experienced knitters. Come and join the fun, all you need is your knitting or a new project to start. From 10-12pm at The Yard, South Street, Alderley Edge.

Call 01625 586962 for more details.

Every Monday: Story Time at Wilmslow Library

Come and join for stories, rhymes and games.

This is for under 5’s and is every Monday during term time. Starts 11am until 11.30am at Wilmslow Library, South Drive, Wilmslow, SK9 1NW. Call 01625 374060 for more information.

EVERY MONDAY AND WEDNESDAY MORNING: WILMSLOW URC COMMUNITY CAFÉ

Drop in for coffee/tea and biscuits in the Undercroft Café at Wilmslow United Reformed Church (corner of Chapel Lane and Alderley Road). The Undercroft has been transformed from its Victorian origins – come and have a look!

The café has step-free access from Chapel Lane.

We’re open Monday and Wednesday mornings from 10.00 until noon. There’s always someone to chat with. A warm welcome awaits!

Every Monday: Italian Conversation Classes

9:30am. We have beginners, intermediate and advanced students. We concentrate on conversation with a little bit of grammar and the tutors are native Italians. Every meeting follows a different theme and every tutor sits at a table with only 5 or 6 students. We cover different topics including news and current affairs, travel, gastronomy, wine and italian culture. We have kids Italian classes on a Saturday morning as well. The programme includes interactive games, learning songs, and a bit of grammar, a fun and effective way for the children to learn the basics of the Italian language. We also offer private tuition. Call Raffaella 07900 184318 with any questions. www.italianclasses.co.uk.

Every Monday: Talbot Badminton Club

We play on Monday evenings at Wilmslow Prep between 7.45 and 9.45pm. Come along and join us. Email: talbotshuttleclub@gmail.com for more information.

Every First & Third Monday: Wilmslow Writers

We welcome all writers, regardless of age and experience. Some members have had work published, including novels, magazine articles, or in writing competitions. Some have done

none of these things and either aspire to such success, or just enjoy writing for its own sake.

For further information, visit wilmslowwriters. blogspot.com; e mail wilmslowwriters@gmail. com or contact our Secretary on 01625.527593.

We meet from 10am to 12 noon at St John’s Church Hall (side door), Knutsford Road, Wilmslow, SK9 6EL.

Every second & fourth Monday: English Country Dancing

U3A (University of the Third Age) English Country Dancing group meets every second and fourth Monday afternoon from 1.30pm to 3.30 p.m. at Oakmere Centre, Spath Lane, Handforth SK9 3NS. Do come and join us – we are a friendly group of dancers; no partner needed – just wear comfortable shoes. Each session is free once you’ve joined Wilmslow U3A (£12 per year for all activities). Contact 01625 520193 or email Shan Bristow shan@shanbristow.co.uk

Third Monday of the month: East Cheshire Alpine Garden Society.

We are a sociable group of enthusiastic gardeners, many of whom have a wide knowledge of things alpine. Our aim is to present an all round gardening experience with an excellent programme of good countrywide speakers. Our meetings boast a friendly atmosphere and we are happy to welcome visitors and new members. We have plant sales a competition and a raffle. Come and meet us at Wilmslow Preparatory School at 7pm for 7.30 start, September to April. Subscriptions are Single £10, Joint £18 plus £1 per meeting. Visitors £4.

Every Tuesday: Rotary club of Wilmslow Dean

meet from 6.45 pm at the Deanwater hotel ,where around 20 male and female Rotarians enjoy a one course dinner together with periodic interesting speakers. Contact 01625 535580. www.wilmslowdeanrotary.org.uk.

Every Tuesday: Wilmslow Badminton Club

We play recreational badminton at Wilmslow Prep between 8.00 pm and 10.00 pm. Anyone is welcome to come along and join us. For more information email mickpeel@btopenworld.com.

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EVERY TUESDAY: TUESDAY JAZZ AND SWING

Open to all. Meets every Tuesday night upstairs at Wilmslow Conservative Club, 15, Grove Avenue, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5EG at 8.30pm. £8 on the door. Details of who is appearing on (01625) 528336.

EVERY SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: THE ARTS SOCIETY WILMSLOW

Meetings start at 7.00pm at the Parish Hall, Chancel Lane, Wilmslow SK9 4AA. Guest are welcome if space permits, fee £7.00 (£1.00 for students), contact Pat Mullineux in advance on 0161-427 6421.

EVERY SECOND THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH: ROW OF TREES cum WIMSLOW W.I.

We are a small, friendly group meeting at St John’s Church Rooms, Knutsford Road at 2pm.

Members also enjoy attending sub groups including; Book group, Music Appreciation and a Knit and Natter group. You are very welcome to pop in as a visitor or phone our secretary Jean on 01625 475222 for further details.

Every Wednesday: WOW Singers (ladies’ daytime choir)

Enjoy 90 minutes of singing, followed by a cup of tea and a sociable chat. All ladies are welcome to join, regardless of age, experience or ability. Starts at 10.30am at Morley Green Club, Mobberley Road, Wilmslow. £5 a session, but the first taster session is free. Further details: cantata16@gmail.com, 01625 269721 or www.cantatamusic.org

Every Wednesday: BackBeat A Cappella

Church school room every Wednesday from 7pm to 9.30 pm. The cost is £3.50 per evening. All welcome. Contact: John Poole Tel 01625 584328 or Denis Langton Tel 01625 583720

Every Wednesday: ADCS & Scottish Country Dancing

takes place at the Festival Hall, Alderley Edge 8-10 PM. Contact details 01260 253401.

EVERY WEDNESDAY: SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING

Alderley & District Caledonian Society meet weekly 8-10 pm for Scottish Country Dancing at the Festival Hall, Alderley Edge. £3 per session – 1st session FREE. No partner needed, soft soled shoes recommended. Contact 01260 253401.

EVERY SECOND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH: WILMSLOW HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Meetings start at 7.30 for 8.00 in The Large Hall, United Reformed Church, Chapel Lane, Wilmslow, SK9 1PR. Guests are welcome, fee £4 including tea/coffee/biscuits. Students free. Contact 01625 529178.

THIRD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH (excl. July, August and December) LUNCHTIME CONCERTS,

featuring top class musicians. We serve reasonably-priced, light sandwich lunches and homemade cake from 12 noon in a most convivial atmosphere. The concerts begin at 1.00 pm and last approximately 45 minutes. Admission is by programme £6.00, available at the door.

Alderley Edge Methodist Church, Chapel Road, Alderley Edge SK9 7DU. Further information: www.alderleyedgemethodistchurch.com tel: 01625 586713 email: aemcchurchoffice@gmail.com

Newly formed weekly singing group for women aged 16 upwards. From 7.45pm until 10pm at Mottram St Andrew Village Hall, Wilmslow Old Road, SK10 4QP. Call Chrissie on 07929 103990 for further information. www.backbeatacappella.com.

Every Fourth Wednesday of the Month: Wilmslow U3A

2pm. Ladies who lunch, bowl, get out and about.

That’s the Members of Dean Row WI. This thriving and successful group of 80 members meet at Dean Row Village Hall on Browns Lane, Wilmslow.

Groups within Dean Row include a luncheon club that visits a different restaurant every month, bowls, book club, drama, keep fit and knit & natter. You are welcome to pop in for a visit or call our secretary Sue on 0161 485 6684.

Seated and standing exercise, starts at 2pm - 3pm, £3.50 per session with refreshments.

Chapel Court, Hawthorn Street, Wilmslow.

Call Angela 0779029168.

First Wednesday of the Month: Dean Row WI

Every Wednesday: Alderley Edge Bridge Club.

Would you enjoy a friendly evening of bridge?

We are happy to welcome any standard for an evening of bridge at the Alderley Edge Methodist

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Meetings at 2.30pm with a different speaker each month New members are very welcome.

Costs £1 each meeting after membership fee which includes a cup of tea and a biscuit. URC schoolrooms, Chapel Lane, Wilmslow.

Every Thursday: Movement to Music

Every Thursday: Classical Yoga

Mixed ability group, (men and couples included) 8pm at Lindow Primary School, Upcast lane, Wilmslow. Morning classes St Pius church hall Alderley Edge 9.45am, 11.30am for 1.5 hrs.

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Every Thursday: The Thursday Group - for Mature Unattached People

new members of all ages. Call Mike on 07973 155651. 12.30 until 3pm at The Unicorn Inn, Adlington Rd, Dean Row, SK9 2LN)

Social Pub Nights at 9.00pm at the Bulls Head Handforth. For details, contact - 07581 012026 or 07773 778224.

Every Second Thursday: ROW OF TREES cum WIMSLOW W.I.

Meeting at Chapel Court, Hawthorn Street, Wilmslow, from 2.00 – 3.30 p.m. We do Exercise to Music, Strength and Balance exercises, followed by refreshments and chat. Teacher trained Otago Exercise Programme Leader and Extend Exercise Teacher (exercise for people over 60). Very friendly class – new members very welcome. Contact Angela 07790 291648 or pop in. Cost £3.50 + refreshments. First class free of charge.

Every 4th Thursday of each month (except for December): Retired Teachers Club

Every Thursday: Keep Fit for Seniors.

Every Thursday: Yoga

Yoga teacher Diana Davidson tailors classes to suit the demands of participants, starts 7.30pm - 9pm at the Methodist Church Hall, Water Lane, Wilmslow. For more information email: diana.j.davidson@btinternet.com or call 0161 929 1947.

Every Thursday: Rhyme Time at Wilmslow Library

Come and join in for music, rhymes and fun.

This is for under 5’s and is every Thursday during term time. Starts 11am until 11.30am at Wilmslow Library, South Drive, Wilmslow, SK9 1NW. Call 01625 374060 for more information.

First and Third Thursday: Bollin Probus Club, Wilmslow

Are you retired or just about to be? Why not consider joining Wilmslow’s Bollin Probus Club, part of an international organisation for men from professional and business backgrounds.

We meet for coffee from 10am at the Morley Green Sports and Social Club premises, where there is ample car parking. We hear from a visiting speaker on one of a wide range of fascinating subjects and adjourn to the bar afterwards. Our social programme includes lunches, day tours and an annual holiday to which wives, friends and widows of late members are invited. Prospective members are welcome to attend one or two meetings before deciding whether to join us - simply call our secretary, John Yarnall, on 01625 524750 for details.

Every second Thursday of the month: Alderley Edge Speakers Scared to Speak? We can help! Conquer your fears; learn how to give a confident prepared or off the cuff speech. Friendly group welcomes

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We are a small, friendly group meeting at St John’s Church Rooms, Knutsford Road at 2pm.

Members also enjoy attending sub groups including; Book group, Music Appreciation and a Knit and Natter group.You are very welcome to pop in as a visitor or phone our President Pam on 01625 529177 for further details.

We are a lively, friendly group who welcome any retired teachers. We meet at the Village Club in Lumb Lane, Bramhall at 10am. We have interesting speakers and occasional trips out and meals.

The Membership Secretary can be contacted on 0161 4398794.

Every Thursday afternoon: Fun Bridge at Mobberley Bridge Club (recently moved to Chorley Village Hall) 1.30/4.30. We don’t take ourselves too seriously.

New members welcome - come for a trial run £3 and another 25p for a cup of tea and a biscuit.

Either just turn up (on time) or contact John or Brian 01625 533797 or 523289

Every Thursday afternoon: Fun Bridge at Mobberley Bridge Club (recently moved to Chorley Village Hall) 1.30/4.30. We don’t take ourselves too seriously.

New members welcome - come for a trial run £3 and another 25p for a cup of tea and a biscuit.

Either just turn up (on time) or contact John or Brian 01625 533797 or 523289

Every Friday: Woodford Community Centre Bridge Club

We are a small friendly bridge club meeting every Friday evening between 7.30 and 10.15 pm at Woodford Community Centre. You do not need a partner to join us as we alternate between Singles and Partners nights. If you enjoy playing rubber bridge and Chicago, you are welcome to come along as a guest to try us out. For more details, please contact Judith Fletcher on 0161 439 5310.

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EVERY SUNDAY: “HUNGRY FOR HELP”

Are you obsessed with food, eating, or your weight? Do you eat when you are not hungry or starve when you are hungry? Whatever problem you may have with food you are welcome in Overeaters Anonymous which started in 1960.

The only requirement is a desire to stop eating compulsively. Meeting are held at 7pm till 8pm, Chelwood Baptist church, Adswood Rd, Cheadle Hulme, SK8 5QA . (opp Cross Keys pub) Contact Suzi: 07876 152 630. www.oagb.org.uk

Saturday 7th March: Worker Bee Market

A quality, local, friendly Artisan Market at The Village Square from 10am – 3pm. Also at the Rising Sun Pub, Hazel Grove, Saturday 28th March and Brookside Garden Centre, Poynton, Sunday 19th April. workerbeemarkets.wordpree.com

Saturday 14th & 15th March: Macclesfield Model Railway Exhibition

Tytherington School, Manchester Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 2EE. Saturday 10am to 5pm, Sunday 10am to 4:30pm Adult £6.00, accompanied children FREE (under 16). Free parking, level access and excellent refreshments.

Free, half-hourly vintage bus from the station via the town centre – see the web site below for the timetable. For more information: www.macclesfieldmrg.org.uk, email queries@macclesfieldmrg. org.uk or www.facebook.com/macclesfieldmrg

Wednesday 18th March: Wilmslow Civic Trust

A short A.G.M. will be followed by a talk from Tony Collier B.E.M. who will discuss the highly praised recovery of Altrincham and what Wilmslow might learn from it. Refreshments will be served before the meeting; all welcome; members free; non - members £3 on the door.

Wilmslow Library at 7. 30 for 7.45pm.

Thursday 19th March: HANSONS AUCTIONEERS FREE VALUATIONS

Do come along with your antiques, jewellery, watches, gold, silver, ceramics and collectibles and meet a Hanson’s Valuer. Valuations are free of charge; donations are invited in aid of Francis House Children’s Hospice in Didsbury.

11 – 2pm at the Coach and Four, 69-71 Alderley Road, Wilmslow, SK9 1PA. Further information from www.hansonsauctioneers.co.uk; www. francishouse.org.uk; www.thecoachandfour.co.uk or local organiser, Louise Craft on 07813 936550.

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Saturday 21st March: Barnby Choir Spring Concert

Bach ‘Magnificat’ and Haydn ‘Nelson Mass’, Conducted by Lloyd Buck, Accompanied by Musica Nova. At St. Michael and All Angels Church, St. Michael’s Avenue, Bramhall, SK7 2PG. Tickets £12, Concessions £10, Students £5. Available in advance by phoning 01625 520193 – or on the door, but advance booking recommended.

Saturday 21st March: Macclesfield Male Voice Choir

Having been rehearsing hard over the winter, Macclesfield Male Voice Choir are in fine voice and have chosen Congleton for their first concert in 2020. This will be at St. Peter’s Church, on Chapel Street, in the town centre. The 40 strong choir will be joined by a similar number from the Flint Ladies Choir, from North Wales, and both will sing separate performances, with music to suit all tastes. The concert commences at 7.30pm and tickets at £10 each can be obtained from www.macclesfieldmvc.org.uk, or call 01625 584820.

Saturday 28th March: Wilmslow Transition Repair Cafe

Bin it? No Way! Have you been inspired by the Repair Shop programme? Worried about the amount of trash we are leaving in the world?

Would you like to repair your favourite items rather than throw them in the bin? Bring along your small electricals, toys, bikes, small items of furniture, soft furnishings and clothes that could do with some attention and our skilled volunteers will do their best to help you fix them. Join us for coffee and cake and see what a repair café is all about! More information on our website www.transitionwilmslow.co.uk/repaircafe We are always in need of people who would like to volunteer to be a repairer, particularly those with electrical skills. If you can help, please contact kenwallace0111@gmail.com for more information. St Chad’s Hall, Handforth SK9 3ES from 10am

Wednesday 22nd April: Wilmslow U3A

This month’s speaker is Tracey Earley (Cheshire Police Cyber Crime Team) - “Cyber Crime”. The meeting will be held at the United Reformed Church, Chapel Lane, Wilmslow, SK9 1PR at 2:30pm.

Wednesday 22nd – 25th April: Woodford Players

Will be performing a comedy Play – “The Magnificent Seven” at Woodford Community Centre, SK7 1PS. Tickets £10: www.ticketsource.co.uk/ woodfordplayers www.woodfordplayers.co.uk

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are depicted in a garden beneath an bjects like this humble blue and arched pine tree in the centre of the white Chinese bowl stop me in bowl. my tracks. It’s tiny and may seem innocuous at first but look Ancient Chinese ceramics are a little closer because this simple fiercely sought after by wealthy object could set the saleroom collectors keen to repatriate alight. historical objects like this to their homeland.

Though it measures only around 14cm in diameter and can fit in Every now and then, we uncover the palm of my hand, it’s expected something spectacular that sends to fetch in excess of £25,000 when it the Oriental market into a frenzy. goes to auction at Hansons.

Rare Eight Immortals bowl I’ll never forget the Chinese vase a couple And yet brought it was for free valuation in 2011, discovered by chance. hoping to get £25. It turned We spied it in a box of out to be Qing Dynasty general items a client with the daoguang period brought to a free valuation mark (1821-1850). It sold for event – just like the ones £192,000. we hold at The Coach and Four in Wilmslow. It Then in 2016 a large Emperor was among a mixture of Qianlong (1735-99) Chinese inherited heirlooms. vase, used as a doorstop, Charles Hanson with the Emperor Yongzheng bowl. Instinctively, thanks to was contested to £650,000.

Then there was the Emperor Large Emperor Qianlong the quality of the paste (1735-99) Chinese vase Yongzheng Chinese plate, and the delicacy of the painting, I knew it was circa 1723-1735 found in a something special. Its six-character script mark kitchen cupboard. It sold for £230,000. confirmed it was from the reign of Emperor Yongzheng who ruled from 1722-35 during the Qing Dynasty.

Could Cheshire produce the next big find? I It’s a rare Eight Immortals bowl in underglaze hope so. Our experts will be at The Coach and blue within a double circle from the period 17231735. That means it’s nearly 300 years old. But Four, 69/71 Alderley Road, Wilmslow, SK9 1PA, it’s survived through the centuries and boasts on March 19, April 16 and May 21, 11am-2pm. an exquisite pedigree having emerged from the We welcome all types of objects for a host of home of fine ceramics. Porcelain was invented sales including Fine Art, Paintings, Jewellery, during the Han dynasty (206 BC - 220 BC) at a Watches, Library, Coins and Militaria. We offer place called Ch’ang-nan in the district of Foufree home visits for large collections and free Iiang in China. quotes for house clearance/downsizing.

Its exterior is finely decorated with the Eight To find out more, email Daoist Immortals shown with their attributes arathbone@hansonsauctioneers.co.uk or standing atop a wave border. Meanwhile the charleshanson@hansonsauctioneers.co.uk. three Star Gods, Shoulao, Fuxing and Luxing,

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Pork and Prunes

his used to be my signature dish when I first got married. I had forgotten all about it until I re-discovered it in this version by Rick Stein. I have to say my original was far, far too sweet but this is absolutely perfect.

Make sure you use the best pork you can buy (definitely not from Denmark – they treat pigs appallingly) it makes a difference. I’ve used Iberico pork from Spain where they happily graze on acorns and slowly grow fat and delicious – buy it online from Basco Fine Foods.

Serves 4 30g butter 2tsp vegetable oil

Heat half the butter and oil in a frying pan and brown the pieces of pork for 1 or 2 minutes and set aside (don’t overcook them or they will go cardboardy). In the same pan add the remaining butter and fry the shallots until softened (not browned). Add the cognac and cook until the liquid is reduced by half. Add the cream, chicken stock, jelly, prunes and thyme and cook for a couple of minutes before putting the pork slices and any juices back into the pan. Season with salt and pepper and cook for a further 3 or 4 minutes by which time the pork will be cooked through. (Again don’t overcook) Remove the thyme sprigs and sprinkle in the chopped parsley.

700g pork fillet – trimmed of sinew and then cut into 10cm rounds

Serve with mashed potatoes or rice.

2 banana shallots

Yum.

60ml Cognac 150ml double cream 250ml chicken stock 2tsp redcurrant jelly A few thyme sprigs Handful of pitted prunes Handful of flatleaf parsley Salt and pepper

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Wednesday’s 2.30 3pm. Aged 1 and under Wilmslow Library, South Drive, Wilmslow. Call 01625 374060.

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Thursdays during term time at 1.30 pm at Wilmslow Methodist Church. Please contact the church office on 01625 528892 for more info or to book a place.

Wednesday morning at Wilmslow Parish Hall, Cliff Road, Wilmslow. Call Bonnie on 07739 359948.

Monday morning at Wilmslow Leisure Centre, Rectory Fields, Wilmslow. Call Jan on 01925 860459.

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Wednesday morning at Dean Row Village Hall, Brown Lane, Wilmslow. Call Sarah on 0844 854 5065.

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Tuesday in Alderley Edge. Call Claire on 01625 583325 or 07952 810350.

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Popular with all those looking to experience an authentic Alpine summer holiday, Switzerland is just one of the many fabulous destinations to choose from. It has stunning landscape, dramatic snow-dusted mountain peaks, shimmering lakes, and charming, picturesque villages. Their unique transport system admired the world over, makes exploring the most beautiful corners of this country in your own time straightforward and it’s a great way to make the most of your time there.

The Austrian Alps is a mixture of dazzling emerald lakes nestled between towering mountains and a perfect haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Those who have been already always talk about the adventures you can have.

Austria itself is also the ideal holiday to revitalise the body and mind, offering some wonderful spa and wellness hotels.

The Italian Lakes offer spectacular scenery. It’s a great destination for foodies and for those who like nothing better than visiting vineyard-dotted countryside followed by sipping prosecco on the

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shores of Lake Como.

Fabulously diverse, Slovenia is set at the foot of the stunning peaks of the Julian Alps. The mountains are brimming with natural beauty from the deep blue waters of the lakes, dense deep forests, the lush verdant valleys, colourful orchards and crystal-clear springs.

France’s breath-taking Alpine region, home to Europe’s highest mountain, Mont Blanc, offers spectacular walks and active adventures with fantastic cycling opportunities.

Peaks and glaciers are worth considering for the more active and for those seeking a more tranquil holiday, plan a visit to Lake Annecy.

Germany offers travellers something out of the ordinary. Picturesque Lake Constance offers palm trees and exotic greenery, with historic castles dotted around the shoreline. Fine food, wonderful service, excellent local wines, festivals and vibrant culture all year round.

A lakes and mountains holiday allows you to visit beautiful and invigorating destinations, tailored to suit exactly the style of holiday you are personally seeking.

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Take Empowerment not Excuses from Human Evolution Around 70% of the developed world is overweight or obese.

Human evolution can be used either as an excuse for this or to empower us to become part of the 30%.

Evolution as an excuse Millions of years ago, early human descendants needed to move for about 19 miles a day to secure food, over approximately 14-16 hours.

Homo species were also nomadic, so would frequently move the entire tribe miles for safety or increased foraging possibilities.

In today’s world we do next to no exercise at all, because we don’t ‘need’ to. Exercise wasn’t a choice in our distant past it was a survival necessity, if we had the option to rest and conserve calories we would have done! So it’s little wonder now that we choose not to move most often.

Food was pretty scarce too on the whole, and hard to come by; foraging was tricky, and hunting took great skill and a great amount of calories to succeed at.

When high calorie food was found or hunted, such as nuts, seeds, or meat, it was highly valued as it gave our brains a big hit of dopamine (a pleasure response) to ensure we wanted to repeat the behaviour. Those with the best fat storing genetics would then have been best set to survive periods of scarce food.

So, basically, being alive today means we are the descendants of those best at fat storing, and those who sought most voraciously, the highest calorie foods. We are literally designed, instinctively, to seek out high calorie food and to store fat whenever there is a surplus.

Apply that to the current developed world, where in the last 50-60 years, high calorie food has become abundant, and you can see why around 70% of the developed world has become overweight or obese in that exact time frame... It is not fat or sugar that are to blame, it is both!

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reason why you can, and you must rise above it.

You see, alongside the above, humans have evolved a far more complex brain than any other species. We have the ability to solve complex problems, to judge right from wrong, to interpret emotions and to act with tact and caution where needed. This can be called ‘consciousness’.

We set ourselves apart in almost every way from all other species, who are either wholly or majorly instinct driven, so why should our food and activity patterns be any different?

Just because we have evolved to instinctively seek out and store high calorie foods and to do as little exercise as possible, doesn’t mean we have to succumb to this.

Our ancestral past is rife with murder, destruction and violence and we’ve managed to use our consciousness to regulate this via civilised society (the remnants of this instinctive behaviour can be found in jails across the world), so lifestyle must be similarly regulated.

The high profits associated with junk food, drinks and poor health (drugs and medical procedures) sadly mean that resolution is unlikely to come from government level, so it is left to us as individuals to take the necessary action.

We need to seek and to find what works for us health wise, and to do it, not just what we instinctively want to do.

We can no longer use our instincts and desires rooted in human evolution as an excuse, we are better than that, and we have to be if the species is to continue to survive.

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Fast Fashion and Sustainability

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rap is an independent charity, set up to measure the Waste and Resources in the UK. The Action Programme looks at how products from food to clothes is manufactured used and disposed of, taking into account the carbon dioxide emissions and our water footprint.

The UK’s textile industry created a staggering 24 million tonnes of CO2e in 2012 (see wrap.org. uk) and a four year initiative designed to drive manufacturers as well as consumers, that’s you and me, to do better to improve our carbon footprint. In 2016, four years later, that number changed and sadly, not for the better, but it actually increased to 26.2 million tonnes. Crazy! Social media is riddled with vloggers and bloggers up cycling and recycling and making efforts to improve this number, however, Wrap suggested the number may have increased due to fast fashion’s pressure to decrease prices to move fashion even quicker. The UK’s 2017 landfill contribution amounted to 300,000 tonnes of clothes. That’s a staggering amount of clothes.

How much of that could have been donated, recycled or upcyled? The guesstimating is that each item of clothing purchased is worn on average 7 times before thrown in landfill and summer holiday clothes, possibly just worn once.

What can we do to help this pollution and waste?

Wrap created SCAP; a group of signatories which includes manufacturers and consumers; pledging to do our bit to help reduce the pollution and waste. Marks and Spencer’s pledged to sell cotton textiles made purely from fair-trade, organic or recycled sources by 2019. Tesco’s and Sainsbury’s by 2020. So, look at how your clothes are made and where.

Love and care for your clothes. Reducing waste in washing by reducing the temperature of the washing water and use less soap in the wash.

Understand how to care for them, learn how repair them if needed.

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The only Vintage charity shop in the UK is on our very own doorstep. You can find Barnardo’s Vintage on Cheadle High Street. The store is filled with vintage goodies, so much so, television producers have popped in to make large wardrobe purchases. You might even spot some of your donated items on Call the Midwife. Charity shops are great source for fabrics and sewing goodies, especially some items you might recognise from your Nan’s sewing tin (which we always hoped there’d be biscuits in as, falsely, stated on the lid).

So as wedding season approaches and we are all looking at preparing for this festive time. Look to re using wedding dresses and promoting a vintage affair.

Pay homage to generations before, respectably wearing the beautiful gowns you can find in charity shops. There’s nothing more romantic than a wedding that has a little eccentricity and that eclectic style to show a personal warmth.

Sterile, commercial dresses produced quickly have no flair, they leave a tacky flavour and show no flair or imagination.

Before Queen Victoria introduced the fashion of a white wedding gown (white as a symbol of her status), and like many cultures still, the bride’s wedding gown was the good gown. It was the one dress a bride would own and saved for special occasion. It did not sit wrapped up and saved in a box for ever. Dresses were colourful and came in many different styles. Let’s make a change, wear something awesome at your wedding, break from that old cliché white dress, grab something vibrant and so very you. Let it be worn many times and enjoyed every time. https://www.facebook.com/AbisSewingDen/ @Abis.Den http://abisden.blogspot.co.uk

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Ways to keep your spirits up

t’s often said that that during winter it’s not unusual to feel a bit blue, especially when it is harder to get out and about and enjoy the outdoors. So, with Springtime upon us we should now be looking forward to the longer evenings, warmer weather and therefore feeling much brighter. However, for those in our community who are not always able to get out and about, Age UK have some tips and ideas to beat the blues whatever the time of year.

Stay connected Try to keep to your usual routine as much as possible. If you can’t visit friends or family, phone them, use email or try video call services like Skype or FaceTime. If getting out and about is difficult or you don’t have anyone to connect with why not check to see what support is available locally? Both Stockport and Cheshire councils have events and activities that cater for all ages, including older adults.

Do something you enjoy every day.

Settle in with a favourite book or audio book. Do a puzzle in the paper or online. Try your hand at painting, pick up a bit of knitting or tune into an afternoon radio play. Find something that makes you feel good and make time for it.

Keep moving Being active – even just a little bit – is proven to help give you boost. A quick walk down the street, dance around the kitchen or satisfying stretch in bed or a chair are all good pick-me-

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ups.

Have a natter A regular chat with a friend can make a huge difference to how we feel. We can share stories, catch up on the latest news and even have a bit of a moan when we need to!

Don’t ignore your feelings If you’ve been feeling down for a while and it’s stopping you from doing the things that matter, making you feel listless or like you don’t have any energy, you don’t have to suffer in silence. Share how you’re feeling with a friend, family member or doctor.

There’s help out there if you feel you need a little more support.

It has long been said that by helping others it makes us happier. By reaching out to those in our community who our vulnerable we can help rekindle neighbourly spirit, reduce social isolation and even prevent illnesses. And probably lift our spirits too!

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e would all love to relax in a comfy chair, a place that’s calling us to sink into, somewhere to rest after a busy day.

Maybe there’s a space bookmarked for this very job but it has ironing, lego or a dog there now. Reclaim it and rebrand it.

Firstly, unless you’re used to lots of colour, go with a more neutral palette, by not choosing the accent colour in your room, it feels more restful, more trusting for your weary self. Let’s be honest, you might love your bright yellow lamp and cushions, but relaxing and bright yellow aren’t a pairing I’d usually pick. Choose the room carefully, a perfect corner in your entrance hallway may look great, but if the window cleaner/ neighbour/children can’t help but see you there I’d find another corner.

Maybe your bedroom, the lounge, sun room, there’ll be a quiet(er) corner just right for you. You may need to hide that ironing or relocate the dog but that’s a winwin in my book.

Next, let’s see what you have in your home that you can use. Your basic requirements if you look at all of these images are a chair or love seat, with or without a footstool, a lamp and a side table, but if the chair is to go next to some existing shelves it will be fine without a side table. Make sure that these are all items you love, this is a corner for you, don’t make do.

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If you need something new take time to find something that speaks to you and it will look great.

The neutral chair must be comfy, layers and textures are key. If it’s a cold day a soft throw will look great and feel lovely to snuggle under. Use cushions for texture and interest and to prop your head or feet on. The side table can hold your favourite books and magazines, a candle, a picture or two and maybe a lamp. You may choose a floor standing lamp that arcs over with a warm glow. Add a mirror or some art, choosing one large piece makes an impact or if you prefer a gallery wall for interest go for that, it’s all about you.

We must look after ourselves before we can look after others.

We hear it often but do it less. Here’s an opportunity for a few minutes a day to relax and think of what you need. Happy choosing your pieces, if you need help let me know. If you put this together and it makes you smile, you’ve cracked it.

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Useful Contacts Cheshire East Council Tel: 0300 123 5500 www.cheshireeast.gov.uk Cheshire East Council, Westfield, Middlewich Road, Sandbach, CW11 1HZ Cheshire Police For non-emergency calls please 101 or 0845 4580000 (only call 999 in emergencies) Stockport NHS Foundation Trust’s Stepping Hill Tel 0161 483 1010 www.stockport.nhs.uk Stepping Hill Hospital, Poplar Grove, Hazel Grove, Stockport SK2 7JE. Wilmslow Town Council 01625 402907 townclerk@wilmslow-tc.org.uk

Community Groups Rotary Club of Wilmslow Dean 01625 535580 or 530535 www.wilmslowdeanrotary.org.uk Wilmslow Royal British Legion Club 01625 523715 Email: info@wilmslowlegionclub.co.uk Wilmslow Green Room Theatre 01625 540933 www.wgrsoc.org.uk

Independent Community Website www.wilmslow.co.uk www.wilmslow.org.uk www.whatsin-wilmslow.co.uk

Local MP Esther McVey MP (Conservative) 01625 529922 officeofesthermcveyMP@parliament.uk

Local Councillors Wilmslow Dean Row Toni Fox (Residents of Wilmsow) 01625 251 016 toni.fox@cheshireeast.gov.uk Wilmslow East David Jefferay (residents of Wilmslow) 07729 707215 david.jefferay@cheshireeast.gov.uk

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Wilmslow Lacey Green Don Stockton (Conservative) 01625 581882 don.stockton@cheshireeast.gov.uk Wilmslow West & Chorley Mark Goldsmith (Residents of Wilmslow) 07711 230223 mark.goldsmith@cheshireeast.gov.uk Iain Macfarlane (Residents of Wilmslow) 01270 686474 Iain.Macfarlane@cheshireeast.gov.uk

Around Wilmslow Alderley Edge Library 44A London Road, Alderley Edge. SK9 7GP Opening Hours: Mon Closed; Tuesday 9.30-1.30 Wednesday 9.30-1.30; Thursday 2.30-7; Friday 9.30-1 & Saturday 9.30-1.

Wilmslow Library South Drive, Wilmslow, Cheshire. SK9 1NW Tel: 01625 374060 email: wilmslow.library@cheshireeast.gov.uk Opening Hours: Monday – 9am - 7pm, Tuesday – 9am - 5pm, Wednesday - 9am - 1pm, Thursday – 9am - 7pm, Friday 9am - 5pm, Saturday – 9am - 1pm. Sunday closed Wilmslow Post Office Tesco, Green Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire SK9 1LD T: 01625 524036 Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday 8am – 8pm Wilmslow Health Centre Chapel Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire. SK9 5HX T: 01625 548 555 Opening Hours: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 8am – 6pm, Tuesday 8am – 8pm, Friday 7.30am – 6.30pm, Saturday 8.45am – Noon (pre booked appointments only on Saturday) Wilmslow Dental Practice 26 Chapel Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5HZ T: 01625 441763 Opening Hours: Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm (closed for lunch 1-2pm). Closed Sat & Sun Citizens Advice Admin phone number is 01625 432847

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Pilates for Horse Riders

o ride effortlessly requires strength, balance and control. To control your horses’ movement you need the ability to move your body correctly and effectively from your pelvis. You also need suppleness to move with your horses’ movement.

So many riders spend countless hours schooling their horses and fixing their imbalances, but don’t look at themselves. Horse and rider are a combination. In order for the two of you to shine you need to start taking care of your own health and fitness as well. When training off the horse, you need to look at your body as a whole. It’s not just about fitness or strength exercises, it’s also about breath, body control and how flexible you are in the right areas.

Looking at the principles of Pilates it is easy to see how these can be adapted to the requirements needed to be an effective and competent rider. Pilates will teach you better body awareness and more control over your body Alignment – Alignment when riding has a huge impact on your horse’s way of going. If your body is misaligned your weight will be heavier either from side to side or front to back with detrimental affect to your horse’s way of going.

You need to think of your pelvis, ribcage & head as building blocks which need to be stacked up over one another for correct alignment. If these boxes are out of alignment your weight will be focused more over one side of the horse.

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Breathing – Breathing the Pilates way, deep and wide into the back of the rib cage helps to increase fresh oxygen into the system and strengthens the abdominals. It is important to learn to breathe properly and to exercise the lungs fully. Learning to breathe properly helps you to remain calm and tension free, thus promoting free flowing movements.

Centring (Core Stability) This is the ability to maintain control of the pelvis, spine, and shoulders. Think of your core stablising muscles like the core of an apple, running through the entire length of our spine, from our pelvis to the centre of our head.

When riding you need to be able to go with the movement of your horse, to remain toned & balanced. Engaging your core muscles will help you to absorb the movement and keep good alignment.

So whether you ride for pleasure or have a desire to compete professionally Pilates is a must for all horse riders.

To find a qualified teacher, visit the Body Control Pilates website Jules Hardman Body Control Pilates Teacher www.jules-pilates-alderleyedge.co.uk

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