SK Bramhall & Woodford March 2024 by SE Magazines

Issue 85 March / April 2024

Bramhall & Woodford

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Welcome to SK Bramhall & Woodford Welcome to the “Spring” issue of SKBramhall & Woodford. I know it’s still cold out there but the 20th March is the official start of spring. With the nights getting lighter hopefully it will come earlier, and I can get out on the golf course!!

This month Under the Hammer page 30

This month we are delighted to introduce Kevin Pratt to our SK writing team. Kevin has over 40 years’ experience in the gardening world and I’m sure our readers are going to love his column. So, if gardening is your thing why not skip over to page 18 and give it a read.

Golden inspiration - and motivation to do that spring clean! If a spring clean beckons but you’re struggling for motivation let me inspire you. As the sun throws light into dark corners people often rediscover forgotten items in drawers, cupboards Great Britain King George or wardrobes. However, a V 1911 gold sovereign. recent find surpassed them all. A secret stash of 331 gold sovereigns were found hidden in a linen box inside pillow cases and even an old sock. Found during a routine house clearance, the astonishing haul of sovereigns spanned Great Britain Queen three centuries from Queen Elizabeth II 2018 gold Victoria’s reign in the 1800s to sovereign. the 21st century. They went under the hammer at Hansons in January (2024) and every lot sold. Each coin was valued at between £300-£500 and the collection achieved a total, with buyer’s premium, of £118,000 (hammer £90,768). It was an amazing find. Our house clearance team are renowned for being thorough. They check every inch of a property. It’s not just about fine or fragile objects on display, it’s the hidden items that are often the most valuable. These turn up in drawers, wardrobes, cupboards, bags and, as in this case, socks. People have a multitude of hiding places. Sometimes it’s a case of hide and seek. You can imagine my team’s amazement when they saw a golden glint of one gold coin - followed by handfuls! The client was flabbergasted and delighted in equal measure. They had no idea the house contained a treasure trove of gold. You hear about people stashing cash under the bed but this was extraordinary. Normally gold of this value would have been locked in a safe or bank vault. The coins were most probably amassed over

many years but no-one, aside from their late owner, knew they existed. They were in hot demand under the hammer because gold is sought after and prices strong. The earliest Queen Victoria Great Britain Queen sovereign was minted in Elizabeth II 1974 gold sovereign. Decimalisation 1846 while another was head Machin Portrait. dated 1901, the year of her death. Other monarchs depicted through the centuries included King Edward VII, King George V and Queen Elizabeth II. It was like a walk through 300 years of royal lineage. They coins reminded us of the length of their reigns. Great Britain Queen Victoria 1901 veiled head Due to long periods on gold sovereign the throne, Victoria and Elizabeth’s coin profiles alter through the decades. Free antique, coin, jewellery and toy valuations will be available on February 23 and March 22, 11am-1pm at St John’s Knutsford Church Centre, Church Hill, Knutsford, Cheshire WA16 6DH. Alternatively, email service@ hansonsauctioneers. Charles Hanson with some of the gold coins which were co.uk found in a linen box.

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With 5 pages events and lots of great articles to catch up with, why not grab yourself a brew, relax and enjoy the read. All the best.

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Contents Welcome - Page 3 Events - Pages 5, 6, 8 ,10 & 36 Interior Design – Page 12 Financial Matters – Page 14 Club News – Page 16 Garden Talk – Page 18 Children’s Activities = Page 21,24 Charity News – Page 26 Community Care – Page 28 Under the Hammer – Page 30 Food & Drink – Page 32 Health & Wellbeing – Page 34 Community Index – Page 38 Wellbeing Pilates – Page 40 Ad Index - Page 42

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EVERY MONDAY: THE LINDOW SINGERS Wilmslow Academy Primary School, Handforth Road, Handforth 7:30pm. For more information contact Ann Epton, on 0161 485 2231 or Email Harry.Epton@ntlworld.com or visit https://www. lindowsingers.org.uk/

EVERY MONDAY: BRAMHALL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY 75th Anniversary Season. Presentations, Workshop’s, Competitions. 7.15pm. Bramhall Village Centre, Lumb Lane. New members welcome. Email: info.bramhallps@gmail.com www.bramhallps.org

EVERY MONDAY: THE ROBINS SINGERS All welcome, we are a sociable mixed voice choir and sing all genres of music. 7.30pm - 9pm Bramhall United Reformed Church, Robins Lane, SK7 2PE Contact sec.robinssingers@gmail.com Or Michelle on 07765238877

EVERY MONDAY AFTERNOON AT 2 PM: ART AND CRAFT GROUP AT BRAMHALL METHODIST CHURCH Call the Church Office for information 0161 439 1204

LAST MONDAY OF THE MONTH: GATLEY & CHEADLE DIABETES GROUP Contact Jean 0161 485 1628.

EVERY MONDAY & WEDNESDAY OVER 60’S MEN’S KEEP FIT Contact John on 01625 877549 or Graham on 0161 483 7631

EVERY MONDAY, WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY: CHEADLE HULME FITNESS Contact Penny on 0161 440 8059 or Email mail@cheadlehulmefitness.org.uk

EVERY FOURTH MONDAY OF THE MONTH: THE TREFOIL GUILD Further details from Secretary.BramhallTG@gmail. com or 07887 950298.

EVERY TUESDAY (TERM TIME ONLY): BROOKDALE YOUTH THEATRE Email BrookdaleYT@outlook.com

EVERY TUESDAY: HEALD GREEN COMMUNITY CHOIR

For fun and friendship at 10-11:30 am, term time St Catherine’s church, Outwood Road. contact Kate 07794 050591 www.cheshirecommunitychoirs.com

EVERY TUESDAY: DEAN ROW SOCIAL BRIDGE CLUB

We are a small, friendly club playing duplicate bridge. Come and make new friends. 1st 3 sessions are free including refreshments. Meeting at Dean Row Village Hall 1.30pm -4.30pm. Contact, Carolyn at deanrowsocialbridgeclub@gmail.com or 0161 941 3686

EVERY TUESDAY: THE BARNBY CHOIR

8PM TIL 9.45PM AT WILMSLOW METHODIST CHURCH, WATER LAND, WILMSLOW SK9 5AR Contact Shan Bristow 01625 520194 or email shan@shanbristow.co.uk www.thebarnbychoir.co.uk

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PLEASE CHECK MEETING IS ON BEFORE ATTENDING

EVERY TUESDAY: MACCLESFIELD LIGHT ORCHESTRA Do you play a musical instrument? We always keen to attract new members, especially string and brass players. If you enjoy playing music and would like to join a friendly orchestra, please contact: Rosemary Jones 01625 529313 or Lawrence Beard 01625 572324. 7.45 pm in the Salvation Army Rooms, Roe Street, Macclesfield SK11 6UT. www.macclesfieldlightorchestra.co.uk

EVERY TUESDAY: MAGIC VOICES CHEADLE Meet at 7.45pm Trinity Church Hall, Massie Street, Cheadle SK8 1DU We are a non-audition, open choir. Contact Mike at mike@magicvoices.co.uk

EVERY FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: BRAMHALL & WOODFORD SEWING & CRAFT CIRCLE

EVERY TUESDAY AND THURSDAY: THE DAY CENTRE - FOR OLDER PEOPLE

Provides activities and a freshly cooked 2 course lunch. Transport could be provided. Contact Jane on 07706796471. Grove Lane Baptist Church from 10.30 -2.30pm

FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: CHESHIRE LADIES LUNCHEON CLUB,

Delicious lunch at The Pinewood Hotel, Handforth. Interesting speaker and friendly company. Contact Lesley Cox 079534 471782

EVERY SECOND & FOURTH TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: STOCKPORT SYMPHONIC SOUNDS Contact Liz Pennington on 0161 439 7484

FIRST AND THIRD TUESDAY EVERY MONTH: KNIT AND KNATTER GROUP Contact Jean on 0161 439 8241.

Contact Karen on 07860 458260.

EVERY WEDNESDAY: TODDLERS

EVERY TUESDAY: BRAMHALL WORLD CIRCLE DANCE GROUP

EVERY WEDNESDAY: POWNALL PROBEX CLUB

Contact us through web site www.bramhallcircledance.wordpress.com or ring 07713 681439. First session free with SK booklet.

EVERY SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: JAZZ AND SWING The Morley Green Club, Mobberley Road, Wilmslow, SK9 5NT Details (01625) 528336 www.grahambrookjazz.co.uk

EVERY TUESDAY: DEAN ROW SOCIAL BRIDGE CLUB We are a small, friendly club playing duplicate bridge. Come and make new friends. 1st 3 sessions are free including refreshments. Meeting at Dean Row Village Hall 1.30pm -4.30pm. Contact, Carolyn at deanrowsocialbridgeclub@gmail.com or 0161 941 3686

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Contact 0161 485 1605 for details. Email pownallprobexclub.org.uk

EVERY WEDNESDAYS: (DURING TERM TIME) COMMUNITY CAFÉ

open 9am-2pm serving breakfast and lunches. All Hallows Church, allhallows.cheadle@gmail.com Tel: 0161 428 9121 Mon, Wed, Fri 9.00-1.00 www.allhallows-church.org.uk

EVERY WEDNESDAY: LINE DANCING AT BROOKDALE CLUB

Bridge Lane, Bramhall at 1.45pm. Details contact Jean 0161 439 8241

EVERY WEDNESDAY: STOCKPORT BARBERSHOP CHORUS

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EVERY WEDNESDAY: THE LAURENCE SINGERS

Email: enquiries@thelaurencesingers.org.uk or call Cliff on 01625 527204 or visit www.thelaurencesingers.org.uk

EVERY WEDNESDAY: STOCKPORT COMMUNITY CHOIR

Email info@stockportcommunitychoir.org.uk or ring Phil on 07771 730 810.

EVERY WEDNESDAY: STOCKPORT ART GUILD

Art Session (varied) Stockport Quaker Meeting House 7pm www.stockportartguild.com - contact @stockportartguild.com

EVERY WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY: LIVE ACOUSTIC MUSIC

EVERY OTHER WEDNESDAY: STOCKPORT LADIES SPEAKERS

For more information go to www.stockportladiesspeakers.co.uk or email sixdennett@aol.com

EVERY THURSDAY: BRAMHALL THURSDAY CLUB

Contact Carol Sargent g.davidsargent@btinternet.com, 0161 439 1779 or Facebook page, Bramhall Thursday Club.

EVERY THURSDAY: BRAMHALL COMMUNITY CHOIR+

Email info@stockportcommunitychoir.org.uk or ring Phil on 07771 730 810.

An advanced a cappella group. Thursday 11am12pm term time, Bramhall URC. contact Kate 07794 050591 www.cheshirecommunitychoirs.com

EVERY WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH – PARKINSON’S UK – STOCKPORT BRANCH

EVERY THURSDAY: QUIZ NIGHT AT THE JOLLY SAILOR

Check out our web page www.parkinsons.org.uk/local-support-groups/ regions/stockport-branch for a full list of our programme.

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EVERY WEDNESDAY MORNING, POWNALL PROBEX, CHEADLE

Sharing Knowledge. Developing Interests. Making Friends.

We meet at 9.30am for coffee and biscuits before beginning the meeting at 10.00am at the Cheshire Line Tavern, Cheadle, SK8 2NZ for a convivial gathering involving a different, lively speaker each week - plus excellent hospitality in the bar afterwards. Please see pownallprobexclub.org.uk for further details and contacts.

SECOND WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH: THE ART SOCIETY NORTH EAST CHESHIRE

Talks start at 10.30am at Brookdale Club, Bridge Lane, Bramhall. Contact Maggie on 0161 427 9451 or email info@theartssocietynortheastcheshire.org.uk

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EVERY THIRD THURSDAY: BRAMHALL U3A MONTHLY MEETING.

We have around 50 stimulating groups for people no longer in full time employment. From arts and crafts, languages, music, walking, history, card and board games to social activities, discussions, theatre visits and more – there’s something for everyone. www.bramhallu3a.org. uk or email enquiries@bramhallu3a.org.uk for more information. Come and join us.

EVERY 1ST AND 3RD THURSDAY: PROBUS CLUB OF STOCKPORT SOUTH contact Chris Ward 0161 483 5174 or email: chrisward@vistech.plus.com. Contact Elaine Noden 0161 355 1459.

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PLEASE CHECK MEETING IS ON BEFORE ATTENDING FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH: WOODFORD WI

Contact Cheshire Federation of WIs at www.cheshirewi.org.uk or call 01244 347462.

EVERY THURSDAY: MODERN LINE DANCE CLASS

LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH: SOCIAL NIGHT AT ALL HALLOWS

Play pool, table tennis or just call in for a chat from 7.30pm until 9pm. All Hallows Church, Cheadle. www.allhollows-church.org.uk

1.30 to 3pm at Bramhall Methodist Church, £4 each, Everyone welcome, contact Ann Robinson 07855015365

EVERY FRIDAY: WOODFORD COMMUNITY CENTRE BRIDGE CLUB

EVERY THURSDAY: STOCKPORT ART GUILD

FIRST AND 3RD FRIDAY EACH MONTH: STOCKPORT AND DISTRICT SOCIETY OF MODEL ENGINEERS

Life Drawing. Stockport Art Gallery 7pm www.stockportartguild.com contact@stockportartguild.com

EVERY THURSDAY: CRYSTAL CHORDS

We are an award winning women’s 4-part Capella chorus based in Stockport. We rehearse at 7.30-10pm at the Stockport Guildhall, 169-171 Wellington Road South, Stockport. New members are always welcome. Contact Laura at enquiries@ crystalchords.org.uk for more details or see us on Facebook or Instagram - Crystal_Chords

EVERY SECOND AND FOURTH THURSDAYS EACH MONTH LINK WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP AT BRAMHALL METHODIST CHURCH AT 2.30 PM Call the Church Office for information 0161 439 1204

THIRD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH (EX SEPTEMBER):

Contact Judith Fletcher on 0161 439 5310.

Meet at 7:30pm, at St Catherine’s Church Hall, Outwood Road, Heald Green. SK8 3QJ, for talks and discussions. If you are interested in model engineering whether experienced or a beginner contact us at info@stockportmodelengineers.co.uk

EVERY FRIDAY: BRAMHALL COMMUNITY CHOIR

For fun and friendship 2pm-3.30pm term time at Centrepoint, Bramhall Methodist, also Fridays 12pm-1pm term time at Bramhall URC. Bramhall Beginners’ Choir. Learn how to sing and build your confidence. contact Kate 07794 050591 www.cheshirecommunitychoirs.com

EVERY FRIDAY: MINDFULNESS FOR WELLBEING

Contact Jean Tudge 0161 487 1324.

All Saints Parish Rooms, Church Road, Cheadle Hulme. 12 - 1pm.More info from Katie Sheen www.soulnutrition.org, katie@soulnutrition.org Tel: 07703 342 781

EVERY THURSDAY: LADYBROOK SINGERS

EVERY SATURDAY: STOCKPORT ART GUILD

A friendly choir singing a varied upper voice repertoire. Thursday 7.30-9.45 Norbury Parish Church, Narthex SK7 4RF www.ladybrooksingers.com email: ladybrooksingers@gmail.com

EVERY 1/2/3/4TH THURSDAY OF THE MONTH (EXCEPT DECEMBER): PHD PATCHERS PATCHWORK AND QUILTING CLUB Contact: 07761 447063.

EVERY 4TH THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH (EXCEPT FOR DECEMBER): RETIRED TEACHERS CLUB Contacted on 0161 4398794. SK8 7AA. Call 0161 486 9226.

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Portraiture. Stockport Art Gallery 10.30am www.stockportartguild.com contact@stockportartguild.com

EVERY SUNDAY: BRAMHALL BAPTIST CHURCH MORNING SERVICE For more details www.bramhallbaptist.co.uk or call 0161 440 9091.

EVERY SUNDAY: “HUNGRY FOR HELP” Contact Suzi: 07876 152 630. www.oagb.org.uk

FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH: THE BROOKDALE CLUB QUIZ NIGHT

Contact Roger Salt on 0161 439 0371.

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COLOUR ADVICE IN YOUR HOME

’ve been reminded of how seasons change our outlook and feelings by clients recently. Coming out of the winter months we’re willing the warmer weather to arrive and with that we want brighter, fresher colours in our homes. It has a lot to do with the sunshine coming in, brightening our homes with a warmer glow. We’re thankful of the longer daylight hours and dressing our home to suit feels good. Start with a colour you keep thinking about, that you’ve seen somewhere. I saw a bright yellow front door on a sunny day and it cheered me up so much I adapted that in my own home. I’ve a white room that I love, with neutral layers of textiles to soften it, and now it has a fantastic Bright Yellow Door! Colour blocking like that can work in so many ways. Painting shapes on the walls is super effective. Use a pencil on a string to make circles or the tops of arcs, then a good painters masking tape for crisp lines between colours. There’s plenty of inspiration online or go freestyle if you’re feeling it. I’d say, as always, start with a mood board. A simple online collection of colours put together will show you if the shades and tones work with each other, before you commit to buying paint and slapping it on the wall. Go all bright,

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all muted colours, maybe pastels, and look at a colour chart to work out what colours go. It was Isaac Newton who created the first colour chart and we use the principles of this today still in design. Opposite colours on the wheel to each other are called a complimentary pairing, say green and red or blue and orange. Try any of the opposite colours and it will work! Colours that are next to each other, 2 or 3 colours together, are called harmonious. Red and orange are a gorgeous combination for instance as are blue and green. There are other ways to use the colour wheel, but stick with these plus add black and/or white as neutrals, and you‘re on your way.

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TAX YEAR END PLANNING

– THINKING AHEAD AS THE 2023/2024 TAX YEAR DRAWS TO A CLOSE

he end of the tax year is rapidly approaching. There are some useful tax reliefs that can be used to minimise your tax liability for the 2023/2024 tax year, but you only have until 5 April 2024 to make the most of these reliefs. Pensions The annual allowance is the most a person can pay into their pension pots in a tax year before a tax charge will arise. The standard annual allowance for pension contributions has been increased from £40,000 to £60,000 for 2023/2024. This gives greater scope for tax-deductible pension savings for individuals. The tax savings from pension contributions can be greatest for those with income over £100,000 as they can help to preserve the tax-free personal allowance. The tax rules on pensions are quite complex so this is a tricky area and therefore a financial adviser would be best placed to advise on investing in pensions. Charitable Donations Donating through Gift Aid means charities can claim an extra 25p for every £1 that you give. However, in addition to this, if you are a higher or additional rate taxpayer, you can also save yourself some tax. For example, if you donate £100 to charity and you are a higher rate taxpayer, you can personally claim back £25 (or sometimes even more depending on your personal circumstances). You can claim the tax relief either through your Self-Assessment tax return or by contacting HMRC and asking them to amend your tax code. ISAs In the 2023/2024 tax year, the maximum you can save in ISAs is £20,000. You can save up to £20,000 in one type of ISA account or split the allowance across different types of ISAs. For

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example, you might save £15,000 in a cash ISA and £5,000 in a stock and shares ISA in a tax year. However, the £20,000 allowance is on a ‘use it or lose it’ basis. As you do not pay tax on interest from a cash ISA or income or capital gains from investments in a stocks and shares ISA, this is a useful savings tool. Capital Gains If you sell assets, then you may have to pay Capital Gains Tax. For 2023/2024, gains of up to £6,000 are exempt from tax. However, this annual exemption is dropping to £3,000 for the 2024/2025 tax year. If you are considering selling assets, then it may be worthwhile to sell them before 5 April 2024 to benefit from the higher annual exemption. If you have a spouse or civil partner, they will also have their own annual exemption. As transferring assets to your spouse or civil partner are not subject to Capital Gains Tax, transferring some assets to them before a sale could be a useful way of minimising your tax liability. The above are just some of the tax planning tips that can be taken ahead of the end of the tax year. As always, professional advice should be taken beforehand to ensure that any reliefs are maximised, and your personal circumstances understood.

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Club News NEW PRESIDENT AND CAPTAINS FOR 2024 BRAMHALL GOLF CLUBS CHANGE OF THE GUARD Early February see’s our present, President, Captain and Lady Captain pass on the baton to the new custodians for 2024. Mr Roger Attwater, (President 2023) Mr Paul Mizen (Captain 2023) and Mrs Kath Ince (Lady Captain 2023) did a superb job in 2023 a hard act to follow to be sure. 2024 will welcome Mr Mike Jones (President) Mr Jon Pacey (Captain) and Mrs Joanna Lingwood (Lady Captain).

Saturday this year was hampered by the weather which forced a cancellation of the competition and a closure of the course; however, this didn’t stop the patrons of the Captains party putting on their glad rags and toasting in our new dignitaries. Once again, a sell-out event as always. As is customary on Sunday afternoon the drive-in takes place. Mrs Lady Captain and Mr President hit

Mike Jones (President)

Jon Pacey (Captain)

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Jo Lingwood (Lady Captain)

The Diary is packed with plenty of golf and social events for the year ahead as the club looks to deliver another superb year for all our members and new dignitaries. We wish them all well and hope 2024 is a year to remember at Bramhall Golf Club.

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Garden Talk

GARDENING TIPS By way of an introduction, I’m Kevin and I’ll be here each month to talk about gardening. I can also try and answer your gardening questions at info@kevinpratt.co.uk Pruning At this time of year when you look out at your unruly shrubs, be brave, venture outside and give your shrubs a winter prune. We all know it’s not a very inviting time of year to be in the garden but the plants will delight you with next year’s growth. Many of the trees and shrubs are dormant in winter, with the plant food reserves held in the roots and that gives us a prime opportunity to prune with minimal disturbance to the plant metabolism. Think about light pruning last year’s growth down to two buds. Look at the long new summer growth, follow the shoot down to two or three buds and cut it cleanly off. Avoid hard pruning which exposes large, thick stems which will be vulnerable to the winter wet and frost - light pruning is best. And avoid pruning spring flowering shrubs as you will be pruning off the flowers! A good rule of thumb is to prune shrubs after they have finished flowering, but it’s fine now to prune all those autumn and winter flowering plants like, Mahonia, Hamamelis Viburnum Buddleja (butterfly bush) and Philadelphus (mock orange.) On a sunny

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afternoon you will be surprised how rewarding it is to see your shrubs with a new reduced shape. Winter colour I mention Hamamelis (winter witch hazel.) which adds fantastic colour to the winter garden. When I started in horticulture 45 years ago the only witch hazel I could buy was Hamamelis pallida – a nice plant but only available in yellow. These days, there are so many more stunning winter flowering witch hazels. H. Jelena with deep orange bronze flowers and shorter growing to 1m, H. Arnold Promise with large yellow flowers, H. Orange peel which is one of my favourites with peeling orange flowers and a deep purple eye. Hamamelis grow well here in the north west especially on a well-drained soil and they flower in the coldest of winters often starting to flower in December but in full bloom around January and February. My advice is to buy your plants from a garden centre, that way you can be sure of a hardy plant and most probably UK grown and more likely to be more accustomed to our climate. Happy Gardening!

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Active Angels Tuesday 10 – 11.30am (term time only) – drop in; 0 – 5 years old. Babies 50p, 1-2yrs £1 & 2+ £1.50. Provide a variety of toys and activities to suit all ages, along with healthy snacks and drinks. St Michael & All Angels Church, St Michael’s Avenue, Bramhall, SK7 2PG..

Babyballet Bramhall Our magical classes run throughout the week for ages 6months - 5years. Babyballet is a fun and engaging way to help children of all abilities develop, co-ordination, musicality, posture and rhythm. Please email Miss Betty on bramhall@ babyballet.co.uk or call 07399 472449.

Baby Loves Massage Tuesday mornings. Harper Studios, Newby Road, SK7 5DA (near Stepping Hill Hospital). Call Kate 07866 468245. Email babylovesmassage@live.co.uk. www.thebabymassagecompany.co.uk.

Drama (5-7’s) Saturdays 1.15pm-2pm.Starlight Performing Arts Academy CIC, Bramhall Moor Lane, (opp Stepping Hill Maternity Hospital) SK7 5AA. T 0161 439 8009 or 07515 397715. www.starlightperformingarts.t83.net

Enjoy A Ball Tuesdays at Bramhall Scout Hut, St Michael’s Avenue, Bramhall. Call Sam to pre book on 07973 886783. 1.45pm: 2.5-3.5 years & 2.45pm: 3.5- school age & 3.45pm: Reception & 4.45pm: Years 1 & 2.

Fun in French For 4-11 year olds, on a Wednesday afternoon at 4pm (term time only) at the United Reformed Church, Robins Lane, Bramhall. A “La Jolie Ronde” licensed teacher, who uses songs, stories, role plays & games to teach French to children. Call Claire 07866 852859.

Jabberjacks Wednesday mornings @ United Reform Church, Robins Lane, off Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall SK7 2PE. Call Sue on 01625 540999

Bramhall Library Storytime

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Mondays 11 – 11:30am. Sharing stories, sharing books. Age - Under 5’s Cost - Free Bramhall Library Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall. T: 0845 644 4307. E: bramhall.library@stockport.gov.uk.

Jo Jingles classes are carefully structured. Each week different educational themes are introduced using well-known nursery rhymes and action songs. Mondays 9.30am - Under 2s and 10.30 - Over 2s. Wednesdays 9.25am - Over 2s and 10.20 - Under 2s at Bramhall Methodist Church, Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall. Call Laura on 0161 431 0674/07983513491 to book

Bumps and Bashes First Aid classes: Classes take place in and around the Stockport area and can also be conducted in your own home. Please contact Jaime on 07909 005129 or email stockport@bumpsandbashes.com.

Baby Sensory Development Classes The award winning baby development classes run Monday – Friday at various times from their dedicated and bespoke centre in Cheadle Hulme precinct. For more information please contact Natalie on stockport@babysensory.co.uk or visit their website www.babysensory.com/ stockport for class availability and times.

Little Lambs Baby & Toddler Group 10-11.30am. Thursdays (term time only) at Bramhall Baptist Church, Woodford Road. SK7 1PB. Toys, refreshments and song time. Suggested donation of £2 per adult, pre-booking is now required. Check bramhallbaptist.org or email bramhallbaptist.church@gmail.com for more details.

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We offer multi-sensory, exciting, structured classes with Makaton signing. Join the fun! For babies & preschool children. Thursday mornings, Bramhall 4th Scout Hut, 67 St Michael’s Avenue SK7 2PG. Call Laura 07795 484494 or visit rhythmandrhyme.co.uk

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at Fir Road Scout Hut in Bramhall on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. The classes are for children from 5 months to 5 years and are messy play and mark making classes with an emphasis on early writing skills. I can be contacted via this email address:katie@littlelearnersuk.com.

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Pre-School Ballet Mondays and Saturdays. Bramhall School of Dancing. 0161 440 8093.

Pre-School Swimming Monday 1.15-1.45pm and Friday 11.30-12pm. Hazel Grove Baths, Jackson Lane, Hazel Grove. Call 0161 439 5221.

Tuesday mornings 2- 5 year olds. United Reformed Church, Bramhall. Call Alison 0844 504 5119 or alison@pyjamadrama.com.

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Tumble Tots, Gym Babes & Gym Bobs Mondays, first class at 9.45am, last one at 3.50pm (7 classes). Bramhall Village Club, Lumb Lane. Wednesdays, first class at 9.30am, last class at 3.55pm. Fridays, first class at 9.30am, last class at 2.25pm. Saturdays between 12.15pm-3pm. Bramhall Lane Lawn Tennis Club, Ramsdale Road, Bramhall SK7 2PZ. Classes last approx 45 minutes. Please pre-book with Sue on 0161 456 6166 or tumbletots.bramhall@ntlworld.com.

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Charity News

CHARITY CONCERT HAILED SUCCESS

hank you to everyone who came down to the Oddfellows Brass charity Christmas concert at St George’s Church in Stockport on Sunday 10th December. You helped to make it a wonderful occasion and contributed to our fundraising efforts. We raised a fantastic £905 which has been donated to the Teenage and Young Adult service at The Christie. We’ve plenty more wonderful events planned for 2024 that everyone is welcome to come along

to. We have friendship groups in Stockport, Glossop, Manchester, Leigh and Bolton that meet up to enjoy lunches, concerts, trips out and much more! If you’re interested in finding out more about us or our events then please get in touch with me on 07873 581975 or email sarah.north@ oddfellows.co.uk. To receive a free events diary, contact our membership team on 0800 028 1810 or email membership@ oddfellows.co.uk.

FASHION SHOW – MARCH 20TH – IN NOTCUTTS GARDEN CENTRE We are delighted to announce that this year’s spring Fashion Show will take place in a brand new venue Notcutts Garden Centre. The ever popular Catwalk Shows will showcase the Spring/Summer collections from Modiste and, in another first, some mens clothing from David Freedman Menswear. The ticket price of £25 includes a welcome drink of Prosecco and a 2-course meal.

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Mains *Chicken in chorizo sauce with potatoes and veg. of the day *Roast Mediterranean vegetable tart, salad, potatoes Dessert *Key Lime Pie *Lemon and blueberry sponge and custard Tickets available online at bwrotary.org and at Modiste, and via Maggie by email at angularelbows@gmail.com

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PHARMACY FIRST SCHEME

id you know that patients can now get treatment for seven common conditions directly from their local pharmacy, without the need for a GP appointment or prescription? The Pharmacy First scheme was launched by the government and is now available to give patients quick and accessible care to ease pressure on GP services. The service will enable community pharmacists to supply prescription-only medicines, including antibiotics and antivirals where clinically appropriate, to treat seven common health conditions without the need to visit a GP. What are the seven common conditions? n Sinusitis n Sore throat n Earache n Infected insect bite n Impetigo (a bacterial skin infection) n Shingles n Uncomplicated urinary tract infections in women. How can I access treatment from my pharmacy? You can get treatment for these conditions by walking into the pharmacy or contacting them virtually. GP receptionists, NHS 111 and providers of emergency care will also be able to direct patients to pharmacies. What will happen when I arrive at the pharmacy? The pharmacist will be able to speak to you privately in a separate consultation room. They may perform an examination or ask to access your medical records. The pharmacist will be able to recommend the best course of action on an individual patient basis, including by issuing prescriptions for antibiotics or antivirals where necessary. How do I know if my local pharmacy is offering the service? More than 10,000 pharmacies have already signed up to Pharmacy First – that’s over 95 per

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cent of all those in England. Will I have to pay for my medication? Usual prescription charges will apply for the seven common conditions. Patients that were already exempt from prescription charges will still be exempt. Will pharmacies be able to cope with the increased demand? The government has invested £645 million over two years to help community pharmacies, including providing improved IT and a wide range of guidance and support. Patients can still choose to visit a GP if they wish to. The service offers an alternative access for these seven conditions, people are being encouraged to make the most of this service and to consult the highly trained professions in their local pharmacy. The aim is to free up 10 million GP appointments a year by next winter for more complex diagnosis. Four in five people in England can reach a community pharmacy within a 20-minute walk and there are twice as many pharmacies in the most deprived communities, making access to care quicker and more convenient. Source: Department of Health & Social Care

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Recipe from the South East Asia I made this the other day. It’s from one of my ‘go to’ cookery books by Diana Henry. It may sound a bit fiddly but it really isn’t. It is utterly delicious. If you don’t like things too spicy halve the quantity of chilli in the salad. If you can’t find shrimp paste use miso paste (but times two) I found the sambal olek in Sainsbury’s.

Indonesian roast chicken with Mango salad 1.5kg chicken 6tbsp soy sauce Juice of 2 limes 2 small onions roughly chopped

and roast for 20 mins before turning over and roasting again for another 20 mins. Check for doneness by cutting into the area between the leg and breast – there should be no pink. Salad Make the salad just before the end of cooking time – it’ll take about 10 mins. 1 large green mango (ripe) 1 tbsp fish sauce 1 tbsp caster sugar Juice of 2 limes 250 g cherry tomatoes 1 red and 1 green chilli finely sliced Freshly ground black pepper Small bunch of coriander roughly chopped.

8 garlic cloves chopped 4 tsp sambal olek 1/2 tsp dried shrimp paste 1/2 tsp ground black pepper

400ml can coconut milk Cut the chicken in half lengthways (I cut both sides of the spine which gets rid of the parson’s nose and looks tidier) Put all the other ingredients (bar the coconut milk) into a blender/food processor and blend until you have a smooth runny paste. (you may need to add a bit of water) Put the two halves of the chicken into a large flat serving dish and pour over the sauce and leave to marinate for 4 hours or overnight. Pre – heat the oven to 190C/ gas 5. Put the coconut milk into a large frying or saute pan and bring to a gentle simmer. Put the chicken halves in skin side down and simmer for 10 mins – baste half way through – then do it again with the skin side up. Set a rack over a roasting tin and pour about an inch of water into it. Put the chicken halves – drained of sauce – onto the rack skin side down

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Put the fish sauce and sugar into a bowl and stir until dissolved. Cut up the mango into cubes by cutting along the stone on either side then creating a cross pattern on each ‘cheek’ pressing inside out and chopping the cubes off the skin. Get as much flesh off the stone as you can. Put the mango, halved tomatoes, chillies and pepper into the fish sauce dressing and then toss in the coriander. Chop each half of the chicken in half again and serve with the salad, boiled rice and the coconut sauce over the top. Enjoy.

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magine a sudden, unsettling feeling of dizziness where the world around you spins and tilts, leaving you feeling off-balance and nauseous. This unsettling sensation is known as vertigo. In this article, we will delve into what vertigo feels like, its underlying causes, and how the Epley Maneuver can provide relief. Understanding Vertigo Vertigo is not just ordinary dizziness; it’s an overwhelming sensation of spinning or swaying, as if your surroundings have taken on a life of their own. This can make everyday activities, like walking or even standing, a daunting challenge. Exploring the Causes Vertigo can have various underlying causes. Inner ear issues, vestibular disorders, migraines, and even certain medications can trigger these dizzying spells. One common type is Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), where tiny particles disrupt the inner ear’s balance system. Springtime’s Promise With spring approaching and the brighter days ahead, there’s an even greater desire to be active and enjoy the great outdoors. However, vertigo can stand in the way of fully embracing the season’s beauty and activities. The Epley Maneuver: A Path to Stability For those grappling with BPPV and longing for an active spring, there’s a ray of hope in the form of the Epley Maneuver. This well-established technique involves a sequence of precise head and body movements to reposition the displaced

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particles within the inner ear. The outcome is often swift relief from vertigo symptoms in just a few sessions. Bramhall Osteopathic Practice: Your Partner in Recovery At Bramhall Osteopathic Practice, we understand the challenges of vertigo and the desire to make the most of spring. Our dedicated practitioners take a thorough case history to understand your unique symptoms and circumstances. If appropriate, we offer the Epley Maneuver as part of a comprehensive approach to your vertigo management. Conclusion Vertigo can be a dizzying journey into the unknown, but it doesn’t have to hold you back from enjoying the brighter days of spring. The Epley Maneuver, offered at Bramhall Osteopathic Practice, provides a pathway to relief, allowing you to embrace the season and regain your balance and quality of life. Reach out to us today and let us help you spring into action.

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WEDNESDAY 6TH - SAT 9TH MARCH: THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES Brookdale Theatre Presents this great work by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. A wonderfully barking spoof adapted from the one of the world’s greatest detective stories. Fast-paced comedy. http://www.thebrookdaleclub.com

FRIDAY 8TH MARCH: QUIZ NIGHT Cheadle Hulme Gardening Society invite you come and join them for a fun night, on your own or with others. Tables will be for six. £5 entry includes refreshments. T:- 0161 485 4322. 7.30pm start All Saints Parish Rooms, Church Rd, Cheadle Hulme SK8 7JB. www.cheadlehulmegardensoc.org.uk

SATURDAY 9TH MARCH: CHESHIRE CHORALE Smetana – Vltava / Verdi - Four Sacred Pieces. Tickets available on the door, or by phoning 01969 667033. 7.30pm - St Michael’s Parish Church, Bramhall SK7 2PG.

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FRIDAY 12TH APRIL: CHEADLE HULME GARDEN SOCIETY T‘A Prospect of Arley’. Talk by Judith Popley, who has a keen interest in privately owned estates and private gardens. Members £3 and Nonmembers £4. Refreshments and Raffle. 7.30pm at All Saints Parish Rooms, Church Rd, Cheadle Hulme SK8 7JB www.cheadlehulmegardensoc. uk.org T:- 0161 485 4322.

FRIDAY 12TH – 14TH APRIL: BRAMHALL ART SOCIETY 55th Annual Art Exhibition at Bramhall Village Club, Lumb Lane, Bramhall, SK7 1LR. Open 10-6 Friday12th April and Sat 13th April ,10-5 Sun 14th April, 2024. For more information visit www.bramhallartsociety.com or follow at www. facebook.com/bramhallartsociety

SUNDAY 21ST APRIL: SPRING OPEN GARDENS

9.15 to 12.15pm At The Brookdale Club, Bridge Lane, Bramhall SK7 3AB To reserve a place telephone 0161 302 2302 Option 5. Cost £10 per table paid on the day.

Some of Cheadle Hulme Gardening Society members are opening their gardens If you are interested in visiting, please contact Kate on 01614854322 or Gill on 01614852269 www.cheadlehulmegardensoc.org.uk

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MONDAY 22ND - SAT 27TH APRIL (INCLUDING MATINEE): ANYTHING GOES!

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SATURDAY 23RD MARCH 7.30PM STOCKPORT TOWN HALL: BRUCH VIOLIN CONCERTO Stockport Symphony Orchestra plays an evening of sumptuous melodies under the baton of Robert Guy. Mahler Blumine, Bruch Violin Concerto No 1, Mahler Symphony No 4. Soloists: Callum Smart Violin, Lucy Farrimond Soprano. Tickets £15, Concessions £13, Full time students

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music and lyrics by Cole Porter presented by Brookdale Theatre. Set sail on the showstopping musical filled with showstopping tunes. www.thebrookdaleclub.com

SATURDAY 27TH APRIL: CHESHIRE SINFONIA Mozart - Marriage of Figaro Overture / Beethoven - Symphony No.8 in F major. Tickets available on the door, or by phoning 07967 852986. 7.30pm St Michael’s Parish Church, Bramhall SK7 2PG.

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Useful Contacts 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. Stockport Council

Suzanne Wyatt 0161 485 5313 cllr.suzanne.wyatt@stockport.gov.uk Alex Wynne (Lib. Dem) 07467 627648 cllr.alex.wynne@stockport.gov.uk

Tel 0161 480 4949 www.stockport.gov.uk Stockport Council, Town Hall, Edward Street, Stockport, SK1 3XE

Bramhall South & Woodford Dallas Jones (Lib. Dem) 07840 470838 cllr.dallas.jones@stockport.gov.uk

Greater Manchester Police For non-emergency calls please contact Stockport West on 0161 856 9770 stockport.westnpt@gmp. police.uk.

Jeremy Meal (Lib. Dem) 07503 580767 cllr.jeremy.meal@stockport.gov.uk

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Ian Powney (Lib. Dem) 07715 278202 cllr.ian.powney@stockport.gov.uk

Bramhall Rotary www.bwrotary.org Woodford & Bramhall Branch Royal British Legion WoodfordBramhall.Chairman@RBL.Community Bramhall Golf Club www.bramhallgolfclub.co.uk 0161 439 6092 Bramhall University of the Third Age (U3A) www.bramhallu3a.org.uk 0161 440 0447

Community Website www.bramhallweb.co.uk www.ilovebramhall.com

Local MP Mary Robinson MP www.mary-robinson.org.uk

Local Councillors Bramhall North Mark Jones (Lib. Dem) 07917 022349 cllr.mark.jones@stockport.gov.uk

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Around Bramhall Bramhall Library Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall SK7 2DU Tel: 0845 644 4307 email: mailto: Bram.library@stockport.gov.uk Opening Hours Monday - 10am - 5pm, Tuesday - 9am - 6pm Wednesday - CLOSED, Thursday - 9am - 7pm Friday 9am - 5pm, Saturday - 9am - 4pm Bramhall Post Office Maple Road, Bramhall T: 016 439 4100 Opening Hours Monday - 9.00-5.30pm, Tuesday - 9.00-5.30pm Wednesday - 9.00-5.30pm, Thursday - 9.00-5.30pm Friday - 9.00-5.30pm, Saturday - 9.00-12.00pm Bramhall Health Centre 66 Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall, SK7 2DY Telephone: 0161 983 5850 Surgery Opening Hours The surgery is open during the following times (except Bank Holidays): Monday-Friday 8.30am - 6pm

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We have recently refurbished 5 rooms for respite care which we offer on a weekly basis. Founded in 1952, Hillbrook Grange is run as a not-for-profit registered charity and is managed by a small team. The team has two key objectives: delivering high quality, long stay, holiday, and respite care in a friendly and homely environment, and provision of this care at cost effective, competitive rates. To discuss your care needs with a senior member of the Hillbrook team please contact us:

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PILATES FOR FLEXIBILITY Pilates is a low-impact form of exercise that combines deep breathing with gentle stretching to boost strength, balance, and mobility. Workouts target your “powerhouse” your abs, lower back, pelvic floor, hips, and glutes. In Pilates the quality of movement is more important than the quantity of repetitions. Correct breathing is essential, and helps you execute movements with maximum power and efficiency, learning to breathe properly can reduce stress. Pilates exercises will help you develop a strong “core,” or center of the body. The core consists of the deep abdominal muscles along with the muscles closest to the spine. Pilates improves flexibility and increases muscle strength and tone, it also improves concentration, body awareness and stress management. Arguably the most important health benefit received from Pilates is all about good posture and the calming self-confidence boost that comes with it. What Pilates classes are there? Pilates Matwork Classes Matwork is a more traditional form of Pilates, which as it has been developed has incorporated the use of equipment such as balls, stretch bands, foam rollers or magic circles. One of the benefits to a Matwork class is that there are multiple variations, progressions for all exercises, meaning anyone can do Matwork. Matwork works your core in a way that is very hard to replicate with any other form of exercise, including on the Reformer! During a mat class

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you will be working against gravity in different planes of movement (on your back, side and front) which will challenge your strength, coordination, mobility and efficiency of movement. High Intensity Power Pilates HIP Pilates is a more dynamic form of Pilates that combines the precision and focus of a traditional Pilates session with the dynamic energy of a high intensity workout. Combining core strength, balance and coordination with an energetic cardiovascular element HIP Pilates is the answer to many people’s search for a functional ‘feel good’ workout. The class is fast paced, but importantly LOW impact. Therefore, you will increase your heart rate safely whilst burning fat and building lean muscle mass. The class also uses light hand weights, which improve bone health. So rather than saying you can’t do Pilates because you are not flexible enough, you should actually participate in Pilates exercises to improve your flexibility. Pilates is for life and can be life changing, so join a Pilates class now!

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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