SK Cheadle Hulme & Cheadle April 2023

This month

HOME DÉCOR TRENDS FOR 2023

Welcome to the Easter issue of SKCheadle Hulme & Cheadle. I know the last couple of weeks have felt like the depths of winter but with the clocks going forward hopefully it’s the signal that spring has sprung!

This month we have loads of great articles. Sharon from Tigermoth is looking into the new Home Décor Trends for 2023. All her top tips can be found in Interior Design news on page 18.

Fiona from Bramhall Osteopathic Practice investigates one of the secrets of good health…sleep. The full reveal is on page 38 in Health & Wellbeing.

We have our usual pages of events and activities in and around the area, to help get you out and about within the community.

All the best

Simon Hemsley

SK Magazines

T: 07952 005518 E: simon@skmagazines.co.uk www.skmagazines.co.uk

Interior Design

Page 18

Contents

Welcome - Page 3

Events / News - Pages 5,6 ,10 & 12

Under the Hammer – Page 14

Community Care - Page 16

Interior Design – Page 18

Club News – Page 22

Children’s Activities - Pages 25 & 28

Noticeboard – Page 30

Charity News – Page 32

Business Spotlight / Avery Home Lifts – Page 34

Financial Matters – Page 36

Health & Wellbeing – Page 38

Food & Drink – Page 40

Mind Matters – Page 42

In Stitches – Page 44

Community Index – Page 46

Wellbeing Pilates – Page 48

Ad Index - Page 50

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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: TUESDAY WEDNESDAY

LINE DANCE CLASSES

Contact Hartland school of dance.co.uk Ring Liz 07902 882691

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: 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, 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 MONDAY & WEDNESDAY: OVER 60’S MEN’S KEEP FIT contact Graham on 0161 483 7631

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

For more information call Karen on 07860 458260

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:

HEALD GREEN COMMUNITY CHOIR

For fun and friendship at 10-11:30 am, term time St Catherine’s church, Outwood Road.

EVERY TUESDAY:

CHEADLE HULME LIBRARY STORYTIME

Tel: 0161 217 6009

Email: cheadlehulme.library@stockport.gov.uk

EVERY TUESDAY:

HEALD GREEN COMMUNITY CHOIR

For fun and friendship at 10-11:30 am, term time St Catherine’s church, Outwood Road.

FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: CHESHIRE LADIES LUNCHEON CLUB

Contact: Lesley Cox 07534471782.

EVERY TUESDAY: BROOKDALE CLUB AND THEATRE FOUR GROUP MEETINGS

For further information

Email: BrookdaleYT@outlook.com

EVERY TUESDAY: THE BARNBY CHOIR

8pm til 9.45 at Wilmslow Methodist Church, Water Lane, Wilmslow SK9 5AR Contact Shan Bristow 01625 520194 or email shan@shanbristow.co.uk www.thebarnbychoir.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

FIRST AND THIRD TUESDAY EVERY MONTH: KNIT AND KNATTER GROUP

For more details ring Jean on 0161 439 8241

2ND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: CHEADLE & GATLEY WOMEN’S INSTITUTE

Contact: 702604316437739 or Email: cazy88@ntlworld.com

EVERY 2ND & 4TH TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: STOCKPORT SYMPHONIC SOUNDS

Contact Liz Pennington on 0161 439 7484 or Diana Oldfield on 0161 439 9219 for more details

2ND AND LAST TUESDAYS OF THE MONTH: NIMBLE FINGERS CRAFT GROUP

For more details call Liz on 07967 182641

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

EVERY WEDNESDAY: STOCKPORT BARBERSHOP HARMONY CLUB

We sing as Harmony Revival and rehearse at 7.30 each Wednesday evening at Wesley Street Methodist Church in Hazel Grove and can be contacted via our website - harmonyrevival. co.uk, or by email to info@harmonyrevival.co.uk.

EVERY WEDNESDAY:

LINE DANCING AT BROOKDALE CLUB

Bridge Lane, Bramhall at 2.00 pm.  Details Jean 0161 439 8241

EVERY WEDNESDAY EVENING:

Scottish Country dancing at Centrepoint Bramhall Email: bramhallscottishdancing@gmail.com

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 EVENING: BALLROOM & LATIN AMERICAN DANCE CLASSES

Contact Adrian 07709 910256

EVERY WEDNESDAY: TODDLERS

Contact: 0161 485 1605 for details

EVERY WEDNESDAY: THE LAURENCE SINGERS call Cliff on 01625 527204 www.thelaurencesingers.org.uk

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

EVERY OTHER WEDNESDAY: ROTARY CHEADLE & DISTRICT DEMENTIA GROUP

Contact: Rita Kumar 07899951600

EVERY OTHER WEDNESDAY: STOCKPORT LADIES SPEAKERS

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

EVERY 1ST AND 3RD THURSDAY PROBUS CLUB OF STOCKPORT SOUTH contact Chris Ward 0161 483 5174 or e.mail: chrisward@vistech.plus.com

EVERY 1ST THURSDAY: CHEADLE HULME U3A MONTHLY MEETING

No longer working full time or raising a family? U3A gives you the chance to develop interests and make new friends in the local area. Find out more about the wide range of groups we offer on our website and attend your first monthly meeting and/or group with a view to joining our U3A. Starts 2pm. Contact: Neil Rackham, admin@ chu3a.org.uk Website: www.chu3a.org.uk

EVERY THURSDAY: BRAMHALL COMMUNITY CHOIR+.

An advanced a cappella group.

Thursday 11am-12pm term time, Bramhall URC.

EVERY THURSDAY: LADYBROOK SINGERS

Contact: 07777 646828

www.ladybrooksingers.co.uk

EVERY 1ST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH: CHEADLE HULME U3A MONTHLY MEETING

No longer working full time or raising a family?

U3A gives you the chance to develop interests and make new friends in the local area. Find out more about the wide range of groups we offer on our website and attend your first monthly meeting and/or group at no cost. Start 2pm. Contact: Neil Rackham.  Email: admin@chu3a.org.uk Website: www.chu3a.org.uk

SECOND THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH (EXCEPT AUGUST): AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL STOCKPORT GROUP

Contact: Duncan 0161 485 7601

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

Contact: 0161 4398794

LAST THURSDAY IN MONTH: LUNCH PLUS (FOR OVER 50’S)

Contact: 0161 428 9121 www.allhallows-church.org.uk

LAST THURSDAY 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

FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH: HEALD GREEN

THEATRE COMPANY HOLD OPEN BARS

Contact: Jackie on 07896 600710

EVERY FRIDAY: TODDLERS

Contact: swannlaneoutreach@gmail.com

EVERY OTHER FRIDAY OF THE MONTH: BEST FOOT FORWARD WALKS

Contact: bestfootforward@breastcancercare.org.uk or phone 0345 0771893. For further details go to www.breastcancercare.org.uk/bestfootforward EVERY FRIDAY: FRIENDLY FRIDAYS

Contact: Pam Robinson 07909 903864 or Email friendlyfridaysuk@gmail.com

LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH: BRAMHALL GOLF SOCIETY

We have male and female members. We play the last Friday each month at local courses.  We are based at the Victorian in Bramhall. Email : bramhallgolfsociety.com It contains all the fixtures for this year or contacted 07563512555.

EVERY THIRD FRIDAY OF THE MONTH: STOCKPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETY

7.45pm at Stockport Sunday School, Nangreave Road SK2 6DQ.

Contact: Peter 0161 485 2415

EVERY FRIDAY: MINDFULNESS FOR WELLBEING

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 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.

EVERY FRIDAY: CHEADLE HULME AL-ANON GROUP. Run by and for the families of alcoholics. The local meeting in Cheadle Hulme is open to such family members from across Stockport and the surround area. Please phone the Helpline 0800 0086 811 for a Group contact number before attending a meeting as Groups are still adjusting to Government and venue guidelines.Starts 8pm at Quaker Meeting House, 91 Station Road, Cheadle Hulme, SK8 7BG

EVERY SATURDAY:

HEALD GREEN LIBRARY STORYTIME.

Contact: 0161 217 6009

Email: healdgreen.library@stockport.gov.uk

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EVERY SUNDAY QUAKER MEETING

11am at the Quaker Meeting House, 91 Station Road, corner of Ramillies Avenue, Cheadle Hulme. Tel: 0161 439 6088.

email: cheadlehulmeqm@gmail.com All Welcome.

FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH: THE BROOKDALE CLUB QUIZ NIGHT

Contact: Roger Salt on 0161 439 0371.

EVERY SUNDAY: “HUNGRY FOR HELP”

Contact: Suzi 07876 152 630. www.oagb.org.uk

EVERY SUNDAY: SELF-REALIZATION FELLOWSHIP

Contact: 07582 406147 for more information or visit www.srf-manchester.org.uk

SATURDAY 1ST APRIL:

THE ROBINS SINGERS SPRING CONCERT

Starts 2.30pm at United Reformed Church, Robins Lane, SK7 2PE. Tickets £10 on the door.

FRIDAY 14TH – 16TH APRIL:

BRAMHALL ART SOCIETY

54th Annual Exhibition at Bramhall Village Club, Lumb Lane, Bramhall, SK7 1LR. Open 10am-6pm Fri 14th April and Sat 15th April ,10am-5pm Sun 16th April. Free admission and free car park. Tea, coffee and cakes served each day in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support 10am-4pm. Enquiries to June Broadhurst, junebroadhurst@yahoo.co.uk or follow us at www.facebook.com/bramhallartsociety

SATURDAY 15TH APRIL:

CHARITY MARKET IN CHEADLE HULME

Cheadle Hulme Shopping Centre, 10am until 4pm. All the markets will raise money for various charities. Also on May 20th, same time, same place..

SATURDAY 15TH. APRIL:

CHEADLE HULME GARDENING AND SHOW SOCIETY

Coffee Morning & Plant Sale. 10 – 12pm at Parish Rooms, Church Rd, Cheadle Hulme SK8 7JB Admission £1.50, includes refreshments, also Books, Cakes, Cards, Jigsaws and a Raffle For further details  www.cheadlehulmegardenandshowsoc.org.uk

T:-Kate 0161 485 4322

SATURDAY 22ND APRIL: WILMSLOW GUILD GARDENING CLUB

ANNUAL PLANT SALE.

The sale will be held in the main hall at the guild from 10am to 12 noon. The plants for sale are donated by members of the gardening club and there is always an eclectic mix of plants from some quite common ones to rare treasures. Gardening club members will be on hand to give advice about plant care. For more information contact 07421 350155.

MONDAY 24TH - SAT 29TH APRIL: BROOKDALE THEATRE PRESENTS

‘CALAMITY JANE’

The whip-cracking comedy musical based on the classic film starring Doris Day. Curtain up 7:30pm .Matinee Sat at 2.00pm. Book online www.thebrookdaleclub.com

SATURDAY 29TH APRIL: LADYBROOK SINGERS

Spring Concert with guest soloists, Organist: Carolyn Hawkins and Flautist: Gemma Breteche.7.30pm at Norbury Parish Church, London Road. Hazel Grove. Stockport, SK7 4RF Tickets £10 incl. refreshments. Proceeds to Norbury Parish Church Roof Fund Contact: 0161 485 6642.

SATURDAY 13TH MAY: STOCKPORT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Mozart - Don Giovanni, Bach – Brandenburg

Concerto No 4 and Concerto for Oboe and Violin, Beethoven – Symphoney No 3. Stockport Town Hall. For tickets go to www.ticketsource.co.uk/sso For 10% off use the code SK10 in check out.

MONDAY 22ND - SATURDAY 27TH MAY:

PLAYERS THEATRE CHEADLE HULME

‘Private Lives’ by Noel Coward. Presented by Players Theatre Cheadle Hulme Curtain up 7.45 pm. Book online at www.playersdramatic.co.uk

SATURDAY 24TH JUNE:

STOCKPORT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Glinka – Russian & Ludmilla, Rachmaninov –Piano Concerto No 2, Sibelius – Symphony No 2. Stockport Town Hall. For tickets go to www.ticketsource.co.uk/sso For 10% off use the code SK10 in check out.

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Spring clear-out beckoning? Your vintage toys could net you hundreds of pounds

Nostalgia is a comfort blanket that cloaks us all, and happy memories have fuelled a recordbreaking start to the auction year, all thanks to toys.

Treasures from our formative years are in demand like never before with items from the 1960s, 70s, 80s and 90s in vogue. And that’ great news for the people of Cheshire because Hansons’ toys expert Janet Rawnsley hosts valuation days in Knutsford - and she can’t wait to see what the new year will bring.

Janet specialises in dolls and teddies but has a broad toy knowledge. She loves to make finds that exceed expectation at auction and 2023 looks set to be an exceptional year.

Hansons’ two-day January toy sale was a record breaker. Almost 900 lots achieved a selling rate of 99.2% and the hammer total was £87,562 – a new toy department record.

A single-owner diecast model collection achieved nearly £40,000. Ferraris were particularly sought after. For example, a 1:18 scale model of a Ferrari 312P Berlinetta RennsportCoupe, raced to £820. In addition, a single owner Dinky vehicle collection raised more than £25,000. So what else should you be looking out for?

According to Janet, vintage Sindy dolls and Action Man can spark strong results. A 1963 Sindy in good condition, boxed, sells for £250 or more.

Launched in 1963, Weekender Sindy was a new teenage doll made for Pedigree dolls in Canterbury, Kent. Helped by a range of outfits including creations from Tuffin and Foale –cool designers of their day – the toy was a huge success.

The three eras of Sindy collecting encompass early 1963 dolls and clothes, 1968 New look Sindy dolls and outfits and the 1972 Trendy Girl era with retro maxi dresses and ensembles.

Action Man toys, made by Palitoy from1966, can deliver impressive results too. A good boxed example can exceed £200, plus rare outfits like the Judo set and other 1960s versions, boxed with clothing, can achieve more than £200.

Other dolls in demand include Palitoy’s Pippa doll from 1972. These 6in dolls are hugely collected as are Pippa Friends and outfits. A single-owner collection achieved £250 at auction.

Rarity value ensures Palitoy’s Blythe eye-colour-change dolls do well. They were only made for nine months in 1972. This oversized-head doll has gained cult status with collectors. A boxed example in good condition can net £800.

Other toys of the 1970s and 80s to look out for include Sylvanian Family collections, Playmobil, Playpeople and Lego boxed sets. Free toy/general antiques valuations will be available at St John’s Knutsford Church Centre, Church Hill, Knutsford, WA16 6DH on March 3, March 24 and April 21, 11am-1pm. Alternatively, email: jrawnsley@hansonsauctioneers.co.uk.

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Vintage Sindy doll from 1960s

A Dinky vehicle collection sold for more than £25,000.

A scale model of a Ferrari 312P Berlinetta Rennsport-Coupe, sold for £820.

Action Man toys

Palitoy Blythe doll

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A TALE OF HOPE & HAPPY ENDINGS

Have you ever lost something that is precious to you, something that can’t be replaced because of the sentimental value, not necessarily the material worth? If you have you will know that overwhelming sense of panic when you realise it is missing and the helplessness not knowing if it will be found. I imagine that if this were to happen most of us would feel that the item is gone forever with little chance of it being returned safely. I think that is a natural reaction, it might be hard to be entirely optimistic, especially if the item had value.

However, we should remain hopeful and remind ourselves that there are kind and principled people out there. Carmel, a local woman, is one such person who safely returned three treasured rings having found them in the street. It may sound a little strange to have lost such valuable items but on any given day it could happen to anyone, just as it did to Lucy, a vet from Heaton Moor.

Lucy was left heartbroken when her engagement ring, 21st birthday gold ring and vintage diamond ring, inherited by her late gran, were lost. The accident happened after she had taken them off and placed them on her lap to apply hand cream, she then quickly left the car to attend her wedding dress appointment with her mum, Margaret. The rings fell from her lap as she headed to her appointment and she soon realised the rings had gone. It was only a few

minutes between leaving the car and realising what had happened, they retraced their steps and despite searching for hours Lucy and her mum did not find the rings.

The rings were reported missing to the police and Lucy posted a reward on social media for their safe return. She waited anxiously for days to hear some positive news, either the rings had been handed to the police or a reply to the online post. With no response Lucy began to give up hope, her fiancée suggested putting up a large sign outside Margaret’s house, close to where the rings had been lost.

It was this sign that Carmel saw while walking her dog, having found the rings earlier. Initially reluctant to reach out on social media or knock-on doors seeing the sign gave her the reassurance she had found the rightful owners. The rings were returned to Lucy, in a gift box and without the need for the reward.

I’m pleased Lucy’s story had a happy ending.

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HOME DÉCOR TRENDS FOR 2023

With the Spring season approaching it’s a treat to refresh your look with a new pair of shoes or a brighter hair colour, it’s no different in the home. Out with just so many throws and in with a refreshed paint colour or more, updating your décor is fun. Looks evolve all the time, often governed by our lifestyle, so here are a few of the top home décor trends this year. Home Entertaining. Not surprisingly with the squeezes on finances

currently, there’s a big surge in cooking at home. Matt Siberry, Head of Home at Pinterest

UK agrees, having noticed an increase of 25% for ‘dining tables’ search on Pinterest. ‘People will be cooking with the intention of sharing meals’ he states. Make this area as beautiful as your favourite restaurant with warm colours, interesting art, invest in gorgeous furniture, and it will be a place you will want to spend time.

Soft lines. In 2022 we saw a trend for rounded edges, fluid material and that’s set to continue this year. We have been spending more time in our homes these last couple of years and we want them to be comfortable, tactile and homely. Even painting with a curved pattern at the top or the sides looks great, particularly in a child’s room. Layering soft fabrics with cushions on the

sofa or bedding is a great way to achieve this. Add a rug with fluid lines or plain but with texture, pop a plant on the shelf, all this helps to soften the look and are naturally calming. Multifunctional rooms. A spare room for guests is a luxury but often a wasted area in the house. Living trends in 2023 dictate lots of working from home and expensive house prices. Versatility is key. Have a fold away bed that magically appears when you need, or if you’d rather work at the dining or coffee table, then storage can be tucked away in the spare room for your files and samples or anything you need to work. Affordable to luxury storage is plentiful and with some style and imagination can look fantastic.

Enjoying your space is key, let me know if I can help, Sharon.

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This patient came to see us because he was unhappy with his smile. He wanted them to be straighter, and had actually been told previously that there would be a long wait and that he’d actually need jaw surgery to get his teeth straight. So, he came to see us, and we gave him the beautifully straight teeth he’d always wanted using Invisalign. You can see from the pictures how this treatment has completely closed the patient’s bite, and brought all of his teeth perfectly into line.

Invisalign is a system of clear, removable aligners that are changed every few weeks in order to shift the teeth  and move them to their final position over time. They are practical because they can be removed for cleaning and are discreet because they are almost invisible.

His new smile was then finished nicely with teeth whitening, to give it the ultimate glow-up, which is complementary with all orthodontic treatments here.

If you would like to know about which options are available to you, or if you have struggled to find a solution to your individual dental needs in the past then please get in touch. In addition, if you want any more information about the treatments we have on offer, including Invisalign, please speak to our friendly team on 0161-486-0743 to book in for a complementary consultation with one of our smile advisors.

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CHANGE OF THE GUARD

Early February at Bramhall Golf Club brings about the change of the President and Captains.

The weekend follows the clubs Annual General Meeting and fills the membership with excitement for the golfing year ahead.

It signifies the new captaincy year and brings with it the first large scale members social event of the year, The Captains Welcome.

This year the club will welcome Mr Roger Attwater to the role of Mr President, Mr Paul Mizen to the role of Mr Captain, Mrs Kath Ince to the role of Mrs Lady Captain and Master Daniel Hayes to the role of Junior Captain.

Fun and frivolities are always assured on the evening of the Captains Welcome Party and with this year’s Captain and Lady Captain having the proclivity for a little Singing, the party was sure to be one to remember. The social events here at Bramhall Golf Club have a real feeling of community about them, with all patrons invested in the same goal, to have fun and enjoy the moment.

The Sunday following the Welcome party the new dignitaries take part in the drive in. Each hits a drive from the first tee surrounded by the onlooking eyes of their golfing fraternity. There are hearts broken and lives forever changed on the wagers made as to how far each will advance the ball. This tradition always makes for a fun and tense few minutes after which the members are invited to join the newly elected custodians for a light lunch.

The club has an action-packed golfing and social calendar ensuring one thing is for sure, 2023 looks to be a fantastic year at Bramhall Golf Club. We hope to deliver a show stopping year for our new dignitaries and we wish them all a fantastic 2023.

Mr President

Captains Welcome Party

Mr Captain Serenading the members

The New President and Captains of Bramhall Golf Club

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Acorn Gymnastics Walking - 4 years.  Preschool gymnastics sessions based in Cheadle Hulme. Check the website for available session times and to book.  www.acorngymnastics.co.uk 07942-356-589

Baby Massage & More, Meet & Massage and Mother & Baby Yoga - Lushtums

Classes in Poynton, Hazel Grove & Parrswood at local venues or in your own home. Baby Massage & More is a lovely way to enhance your bond with your baby, aid relaxation and sleep, relieve colic and constipation and meet new friends. Postnatal Yoga with your baby to regain your strength and shape one day at a time, whilst having yoga fun with your baby. Babies welcomed with all their moods and states. Pregnancy Yoga and birth preparation also available. Contact Suzanne.wild@ lushtums.co.uk or www.lushtums.co.uk

Baby Chat

Thursdays 10.30 - 11.45am £1.50 per family (mums/ dads with babies upto crawling/12 months) at Cheadle Hulme Methodist Church. Contact church office on 0161 485 1605.

Baby Massage

Learn to massage your baby at a time and place to suit you. 5 week 1:1 or group courses in your own home or in venues in and around Cheadle. Contact Suzanne for more information on 07738-564666. www.babymassagetime.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.

Baby Signing

The Babysign Teacher runs classes and free taster sessions at various venues. For details visit our website: www.thebabysignteacher.co.uk, email: carolyn@thebabysignteacher.co.uk or call: carolyn on 07528 262142. Be amazed by how much your baby could tell you before they can talk!”

Cheadle Library Storytime

Thursdays at 2.00pm to 2.30pm Sharing stories, sharing books. A wonderful opportunity for children and their parent/carers to meet together on a weekly basis to share stories and rhymes in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Suitable for pre school children E: cheadle.library@stockport.gov.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

Jo Jingles

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 10.30Over 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 yoru place.

Little Fishes Toddler Group

Fridays 9.30-11.30 in Emmanuel Church Hall, Turves Road. Cost £1.50. contact 01614851154

Litte Superstars Sports Club

Trinity Gardens, Davenport. Mornings and afternoons. Louise 07904 311552.

Little Rews parents and toddlers (0-4year olds)

Thursdays 9-11 during term time in St Andrews Cheadle Hulme hall. Cost £1.50 per carer. Contact children@standrewscheadlehulmeorg.uk

Kickstarters

SIntroducing a world of pre school football. Join the miniature recruits, enter the goaliverse, and earn the super power stickers. Classes MondayThursday mornings in Bramhall, Cheadle Hulme, Heald Green & Poynton. Please visit our website for further details 8by8football.co.uk or contact Alex Brown on 07853 273578.

K@STA

(R to year 6)

Every Friday 5.30 to 7pm for primary school children. St Andrews Church, Cheadle Road, Cheadle Hulme SK8 5ET.  £1 per child. No need to book. Contact 0161 291 9134 or  children@standrewscheadlehulme.org.uk

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Pre School Dance (from 20 months+)

Ballet, Tap, Modern and Jazz

Sophie Dee School of Dance, School Place School Street , Hazel Grove SK7 4RA

Monday - Saturday info@sophiedeeschoolofdance. co.uk 07799 750 575.

Pre-School Swimming

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

Rhythm & Rhyme

Wednesday mornings at Cheadle Library & Friday mornings. St Michael’s Parish Hall, St Michael’s Avenue, Bramhall. Call Melanie on 0161 860 0911.

Rhythm Time

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

Rhythmic Rascals Dance Classes 3-4yrs

Pre-school dance classes in ballet, tap and modern Sophie Dee School of Dance, 07799 750 575. info@ sophiedeeschoolofdance.co.uk

Trinity Toddler Group

Mondays 9.30-11.30am. Term time only. Becky 07773 865925. Trinity Church Holiday Club 18th–21st August 10am - 12 noon Tel: 0161 428 7463. Trinity Church, Massie Street, Cheadle, SK8 1BP.

Street Dance 4yrs +

Tuesdays, Scout hut, Oak Avenue, Cheadle Hulme. Sophie Dee School of Dance, 07799 750 575. info@ sophiedeeschoolofdance.co.uk

Toddler Group

Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 9.15 – 11.45am Grove Lane Baptist Church, Pingate Lane South, Cheadle Hulme call Sandy on 0161 485 2354.

Toddlers

Wednesdays 10.30 - 11.45am, £2 per family (any pre school families welcome) at Cheadle Hulme Methodist Church. Contact church office on 0161 485 1605.

Theatre Tots

Monday AM. Cheadle Target Fitness, Shiers Drive, Cheadle call Natalie on 07825 370214.

YSBD Performing Arts Classes

for 2-18 year olds taught by industry professionals. Contact Principle Hannah 07738 16423.

CookieTots

The United Reform Church, Bramhall. Mornings during term time only. Call Nikki on 07976 619648.

Jo Jingles

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 10.30Over 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 yoru place.

Toddler Sense Classes

Adventure play and multi-sensory activities for children aged 13 months - 4 years. Classes are held at Cheadle Hulme United Reformed Church, Swann Lane on Tuesdays and Trinity Methodist Church, Davenport on Fridays. Free taster sessions are available.Contact Jill stockport@toddlersense.co.uk or on 07496 448747

www.babysensory.com/en/toddlerclassdetails/ Stockport

Wobblers

Fridays 10.30 - 11.45am £1.50 per family (mums/ dads/carers with cruising/crawling babies upto 24 months) at Cheadle Hulme Methodist Church. Contact church office on 0161 485 1605.

If you are interested in attending any of these activities please phone first to check the details.

St Ann’s Hospice

Do you sing? Would you like to help raise funds for St Ann’s

Hospice? Well why not join St Ann’s Hospice Festival Choir!

Weekly rehearsals for our ‘Summer Celebrations’ concert start

on Friday 14th April, 7.15 – 9.30pm at Cheadle Hulme Methodist Church SK8 7AL. Our concert is at Stockport Town Hall on Sunday 11th June at 7.30pm. Do get in touch, we’d love to hear from you. Find out more on

ourwebsite http://www.hospicechoir.orgor email: hospicechoir@aol.com

Upcoming Events for Friends of

Hesketh Park & Mellor Green

1st May: Bioblitz on Mellor Green 10am-3pm. Counting the species, we have on the Green. (You aren’t expected to stay the whole time!)

8th May: Special event for the King’s “Big Help Out”. - watch this space.

3rd June: Task Day

17th June: Bug Hunt on Mellor Green for Manchester’s Great Big Green Week

1st July: Task Day

23rd September: BBQ

For all the latest information check out their facebook page; Friends of Hesketh Park Facebook.

Be who you want to be at Abney Court

We treat everyone as individuals so that you can take your life with you on your journey into care. You’ll be supported to continue much-loved interests, to rediscover long lost hobbies or to try something new, as well as making new friends.

It’s all about lifestyle

At Abney Court our team is passionate about supporting you to enjoy a fulfilling life, full of meaningful experiences.

When you join us, we’ll learn all about your personality, your interests and preferences so we can create a fully personalised lifestyle plan to support you to live life in the way you want.

We organise an array of daily activities, such as exercise classes, pet therapy and gardening, as well as events, entertainment, outings and treasured one-to-one time. Then there are our strong ties with local groups, charities and schools so residents feel connected to local life.

Recently, residents at Abney Court have enjoyed a live performance by a local theatre singer, and welcomed Kids Go Wild Forest School to the home, building a bug hotel in the beautiful walled grounds together. Residents also enjoyed a day out in Liverpool, visiting the Tate Gallery and nearby museums.

Everything under one roof

Abney Court is a purpose-built care home where every luxury has been thought of. There’s a coffee shop, hair salon, cinema, and beautiful landscaped gardens.

Trust us to care

At Care UK, we’ve been delivering high quality, person-centred care for over 40 years. That’s why over 8,000 families across the country trust us to care for their older loved one.

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Do you enjoy singing?

Would you like to help raise funds for St Ann’s Hospice?

If your answer is YES, you are invited to sing with St Ann’s Hospice Festival Choir which was founded by John Pomphrey, our Music and Artistic Director. The aim of the choir is to raise funds for, and awareness of the work of the Hospice, whilst enjoying singing for pleasure. Over the last 30 years the choir has donated over £750,000 to the Hospice.

We have two annual concerts in June and December, at Stockport Town Hall. Rehearsals are at Cheadle Hulme Methodist Church on Friday evenings 7.15 – 9.30pm. for 9 weeks prior to each concert, so many of our choir member also sing with other choirs. Our Summer Concert

rehearsals begin on Friday 14th April 2023 and you are welcome to come along and ‘sit in’ on a rehearsal. Our ‘Summer Celebrations’ concert is at Stockport Town Hall on Sunday 11th June at 7.30pm. Tickets will be available from choir members and through a link on our website.

We are eager to welcome new Choir members – particularly Tenors and Basses! If you enjoy singing and would like to join us, we would love to hear from you. Find out more on our website www.hospicechoir.org, or contact us by email: hospicechoir@aol.com

GETTING THE BALL ROLLING FOR ST ANN’S HOSPICE

Last month Sarah Wolstenholme, Events Fundraiser for St Ann’s Hospice call in at Bramhall Golf Club to pick up a cheque for over £6,000 raised in 2022 by the Captain’s charity events. St. Ann’s was chosen mainly because the captains father-in-law died in the hospice several years ago. Margaret, the captains wife, has been a volunteer there for 16 years and is very passionate about it. It is also a Charity close to Lady Captains heart. Funds were raised by the following events: Lady Captains Charity Day (Comp fee donations/Cake Stall/Tombola/ Raffle) Captains Am-Am, Fines for hitting ball

into pond, Raffle for the men on Ladies Bowl Day, Ladies Christmas Hampers, Mr Captain ‘rented out’ his car parking space on Ladies day each week, Sale of homemade Jam, Marmalade and also Duck Eggs and finally our Afternoon tea party.

St. Ann’s are planning a new purpose-built hospice on the site next to the current one in Heald Green. Although some funding has been secured, they still need to raise more and are currently running a campaign ‘Build it Together’. They have recently reached their first target of £500,000. The money raised from Bramhall Golf Club 2022 is the first donation towards the next target.

DOMESTIC LIFTS FOR SK READERS

We are pleased to announce the introduction of Avery Home Lifts to our SK readers (See their Advert on page 27)

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The whole process is Project Managed from initial visit to completed installation, ensuring real peace of mind from start to finish.

Any Building and Electrical Work required to create the ceiling aperture, will comply to Building Regulations as required.The design and build quality of all lifts has been developed and proven locally for over 50 years.

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HMRC’S NEW PENALTY REGIME FOR VAT FROM 1 JANUARY 2023 – REPLACING THE VAT DEFAULT SURCHARGE SCHEME

The new mechanism introduces separate penalties for the late payment of VAT and the late submission of VAT returns. HMRC’s aim is to penalise ‘only the small minority who persistently miss their obligations rather than those who make occasional mistakes’. However, as always, there will be winners and losers with the new system, so it is important to understand the new rules.

Penalties of 2% of the VAT outstanding will be due if the VAT is unpaid 15 days and 30 days after the due date. After that, a daily penalty at a rate of 4% per year will apply to the outstanding balance until it is paid. Late payment interest will also be charged from day one, in addition to the penalties. These charges can quickly mount up but are arguably better than the previous surcharge regime where businesses can be hit with a surcharge of up to 15% if the VAT is paid late.

Separate penalties will also apply to late submission of VAT returns. These penalties work on a points system with each late return incurring a point. Once a certain number of points have been accrued, (eg 4 points if you file vat Returns quarterly), a penalty of £200 will apply to the next late VAT return. Each subsequent late VAT return will then incur another penalty of £200 unless you have reset your points to zero by keeping up to date with your VAT obligations for a period. For businesses who are in a VAT repayment position or submit £nil VAT returns, these penalties will also apply to you. This is a major change, as previously, those who didn’t owe any VAT didn’t need to worry about surcharges as they only applied if you owed VAT.

There are several practical steps businesses can do to reduce or avoid these penalties.

• Submit returns on time – Even if you cannot pay the VAT by the due date it is still

important to submit the return anyway as this way you will avoid the late submission penalty.

• Set up a direct debit – You can set up a direct debit so that HMRC will automatically collect the VAT due from your bank account. This way you can avoid missing the payment due date.

• Make part payments – As the late payment penalties are based on a percentage of the VAT owed, it makes sense to pay even some of the balance off as this will reduce the penalties.

• Time-to-pay agreements – No late payment penalties will be applied once a time-to pay agreement has been accepted by HMRC. However, this does not apply to the late payment interest which will still be charged.

• Reasonable excuse – If a business has a reasonable excuse for submitting or paying the VAT late, it may be possible to appeal against the penalty.

• Grace period – HMRC have introduced a one year grace period for the introduction of the late payment penalties. If all the outstanding VAT is paid within thirty days of the due date, no late payment penalties will be levied in 2023.

The above is a brief outline of the new penalty regime. If you have any questions or concerns about the new regime or your VAT obligations generally, speak to your accountant.

Peter Bevan Bevan & Co, Chartered Accountants peter@bevan.co.uk

ACUPUNCTURE FOR INSOMNIA

“The secret of good health lies in a good and restful sleep. One who sleeps well restores his energy, revitalises his inner system and tones up his muscles… Is not sleep the infallible miracle drug, not just a cure for one illness but for a hundred a cure that saves a thousand lives.”

So said a 17th century Chinese sage. And it holds just as true today. We know that a good night’s sleep usually leaves us feeling refreshed and raring to go whilst a night of tossing and turning can lead to a day of feeling ill and out of sorts. When we just have an occasional night of poor sleep, our bodies recover quickly. However, poor sleep over an extended period of time will affect our health adversely.

Insomnia is a very common problem, with 29% of adults reporting sleep problems. And it’s more common in women (34%) than in men (24%). Lifestyle advice to help encourage good sleep habits includes creating relaxing evening routines, avoiding stimulants and late night mobile phone use.

Acupuncture is also a successful treatment for many insomniacs and many trials have shown acupuncture to be significantly more effective than sleeping tablets. It is believed to stimulate the nervous system and cause the release of neurochemicals which promote physical and emotional well-being.It can also affect areas of the brain that are known to reduce sensitivity to

pain and stress, as well as promoting relaxation and deactivating the ‘analytical’ brain, which is responsible for insomnia and anxiety. And acupuncture is thought to increase the secretion of melatonin, a hormone that controls the body’s sleep cycle.

Acupuncture treatments start with a thorough consultation where we take details of your general health, as well as specific symptoms. We also have our own diagnostic tests that we use to find out what’s happening with the flow of Qi (energy) through the acupuncture channels, including pulse-taking and tongue-reading. This helps us to identify underlying imbalances that might be causing seemingly-unrelated symptoms and then to devise a treatment plan. Patients then come for a series of treatments, initially a week apart, and we monitor progress week by week.

If you’d like to know more about how acupuncture could help you with insomnia, please contact Fiona Bullock at Bramhall Osteopathic Clinic.

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We have £5 million public liability insurance and all our work is carried in accordance with guidelines set out in the British Standards for tree works (BS3998).

We follow strict guidelines in relation to birds nesting and roosting or hibernating bats as well as other wildlife, we will liaise with the appropriate authorities if the need arises.

You can be sure that we will not harm or damage the surroundings as we work with complete respect for the environment and the trees themselves. Contact an experienced tree surgeon if you want a quotation, consultation or even advice.

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Spring Recipe

Yay Yay Yay!! Spring is here!

That’s all I want to say right now apart from I hope you enjoy this luscious tart which is perfect for a light lunch with a salad – yes it’s salad season again!

Rhubarb and Cheddar Tart

Sheet of ready rolled puff pastry

– use the all butter stuff it’s much better.

1 egg beaten

250g mascarpone

2 tbsp grated parmesan

400g pink rhubarb

1tbsp caster sugar

130g grated cheddar

A few sprigs of thyme leaves picked

Preheat the oven to 180c and line a baking tray with baking parchment. Unroll the pastry onto the tray and then using a sharp knife score a border around the edge about 1cm wide. Then using a fork prick the inside area thoroughly to ensure this bit doesn’t rise. Brush the edges with the egg

then line the centre with baking parchment and then baking beans. Blind bake in the over for 10mins until dry to the touch and then leave to cool slightly. It should be lightly golden but not brown.

Combine the mascarpone with the parmesan and season then spoon the mixture into the tart base, spreading it out as evenly as possible. Cut the rhubarb into pieces about 16cm long and arrange side by side onto the cheese mixture. Sprinkle with the sugar and then the grated cheddar and finally the thyme leaves.

Cook in the oven for 15 -20 mins until cheese is melted and the rhubarb is tender. Serve warm with a lightly dressed salad.

SPRAY KITCHEN UNITS AND FURNITURE PAINTING

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SPRING IS AN IMPORTANT SEASON

As Spring approaches once more, seemingly 5 minutes after the last one, and only about 10 minutes after Boris first said “hands, face space” a couple before that, we could be forgiven for thinking time is accelerating right now.  Well, it isn’t. And we’re not here for small talk anyway so let’s move on. You can save discussing the rapid passage of time for people who you meet and don’t have much to say to, it’s a sure winner.  So, back to business, I have an important message regarding Spring: It is a golden opportunity for change.

We cannot underestimate the importance of Spring (along with the other three seasons) in making life changing decisions and transforming our physical and mental health.

In fact, some recent fictitious research found that Spring emerged as a CLEAR joint winner as the best time of year to change your life, tied only with Summer, Autumn and Winter.  So there can be no doubt that now is a possible time for change.

In other entirely made up research, Spring emerged as the winner of the longest perceived season category, meaning that whilst it is technically the same length as the others, a few people felt it seemed longer. Based on these findings, it cannot now be clearer that Spring is the season to take action!

Joking aside, I find we can unhealthily fixate on what is the ‘right time’ or the ‘best time’ to make changes to our lives. It’s not helped by the amount of ‘special months’ we have… If we’re not doing a Dry January, we’re having a Stoptober, failing that there’s always someone growing a moustache for some reason, it’s really quite confusing.

The problem with trying to find the ‘best time’ to start improving our health is that these beliefs about when that is stop us far more than they start us off!

For example, when Spring comes, the time we’ve been waiting for… and we sprain our ankle on the first day or get the flu, we’ve missed our chance.

We could then start in summer, but NO! Summer is too hot, Spring is the time to change, so we

wait another year… and so on.

We can rinse and repeat this cycle for any season or month chosen as the imaginary best time to make changes, and soon we find that years or even decades have flown by.

The Solution

The solution in my eyes is that we need to stop kidding ourselves. Stop playing the “when then” game and start the “right now” game.

Instead of saying “I’ll start running once the nights are lighter and the weather is warmer”… just get some layers on and run at lunch time.  Instead of saying “it’s too hard to eat salads when it’s cold, I’ll eat them in summer”, simply eat what is required for your desired goal whatever the weather.

Humans are sophisticated animals and we are quite capable of conquering our impulses to make rational decisions for the betterment of our health, longevity and happiness. We don’t have to let arbitrary rules govern our eating and exercise patterns, such as saying it’s too cold to eat a salad, or too dark to run. It really is just nonsense.

So today your homework is to have a think about how you’d like to improve health and fitness. How long you’d like to live, how you’d like to look and feel. Then, start acting to achieve those goals.

There really is absolutely no better time than RIGHT NOW to start a new life, and that statement is true 365 days a year.

Do the research, read the books, get a coach, get a gym buddy, get as much help as you need but for goodness sake decide what you want and then go and get it.

By the time you are reading my next article, you can have a different life, or be well on the way to one, there is no time to waste!

Zero Waste Sewing and Sustainable Sewing

Zero Waste Sewing and Sustainable Sewing is a growing trend with emphasises on using environmentally friendly, ethically sourced materials, tools and techniques for making clothes, home goods and accessories.

We can make a creative impression on fabrics out of fashion clothes and vintage clothing locked away in cupboards. The key principles is set around the use of natural and recycled materials; up-cycling and repurposing textiles. Youtube and online blogs teach us methods of reconstructing garments, adding cool new features and you can find repair techniques to fix absolutely every part of a garment, upholster a chair or even completely repurpose a pair of men’s trousers into a lovely ladies jacket (I’m not sure about this one).

Sometimes, it can’t be helped and we might need, or want to buy new fabrics.  Think about what you buy and its purpose. Will it be a keeper?  Buying natural fabrics, cottons, linen, silks means you will have a strong, long lasting garment, easily be repurposed. Use natural dyes, you can find easy methods online to create your own, unique style.

A great tip to help you choose ethically when buying clothes, look online to see if the store you visit has any of the following assurances for their fabrics. GOTS (Global Organic and Textile Standard) OCS (Organic Content Standard) BCI (Better Cotton Initiative).  These assure us to know that the companies are following good standards.  Harvesting to manufacture, shipping

and retail methods are following methods to minimise negative impact on the environment while ensuring workers are working safely and paid a fair wage.  The fabrics are safe to use and you can happily choose these knowing the garments are been produced in an ethical and responsible manner.

If you have ever spotted the OEKOTex mark, this assures us that the garment or fabric is safe for human use.  It does not address fair labour practices or sustainable methods in production.

Zero Waste Sewing uses a piece of fabric wholly in the construction of a garment, without the use of printed paper patterns.  Drawing out pattern pieces for a garment, on a small sheet of paper and upscaling directly onto your fabric. It takes a bit of thinking, but that’s it.  Start with a simple bag and work up toward making garments. Ann Ladbury and Betty Foster often drew patterns on a grid to upscale onto fabric without the need for making a paper template first,

Have a look at my YouTube videos for Zero Waste designs to help you get started.

Keep smiling, and happy sewing

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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

Tel 0161 480 4949

www.stockport.gov.uk

Stockport Council, Town Hall, Edward Street, Stockport, SK1 3XE.

Greater Manchester Police

For non-emergency calls

please contact

Stockport West on 0161 856 9770 stockport. westnpt@gmp.police.uk.

Local MP

Mary Robinson (Conservative) MP

www.mary-robinson.org.uk

Local Councillors

Cheadle Hulme North

Tom Morrison (Lib.Dem)

07854562460

Jilly Julian (Lib. Dem)

07537 874318

David Meller (Lab)

0161 948 3741

Cheadle Hulme South

Suzanne Wyatt (Lib. Dem)

0161 485 5313

Mark Hunter (Lib. Dem)

0161 486 0334

Helen Foster-Grime (Lib Dem)

0161 439 4010

Cheadle & Gatley

Keith Holloway (Lib. Dem)

078813 86347

Graham Greenhalgh (Lib. Dem)

Telephone: 07925 989168

email: cllr.graham.greenhalgh@ stockport.gov.uk

Ian Hunter (Lib. Dem)

07939 501557

AROUND CHEADLE HULME

Cheadle Hulme Library

Mellor Road Cheadle Hulme

SK8 5AU

E: cheadlehulme.library@ stockport.gov.uk

T: 0161 217 6009

F: 0161 482 0796

Opening Hours

Monday 10am – 6pm.

Tuesday 10am - 2pm, Wednesday 1pm - 4pm

Thursday CLOSED

Friday 10am – 5pm, Saturday 10am – 2pm Sunday CLOSED

Cheadle Hulme Post Office

28 Mellor Road

Cheadle Hulme SK8 5AU

0161 485 1357

Opening Hours

9–5.30pm Monday to Friday, 9–12.30pm Saturday

Church Road Post Office

25 Church Road

Cheadle Hulme SK8 7JD

0161 485 3463

Opening Hours

7-7pm Mon – Friday, 7-1pm

Sat & Sun

Cheadle Hulme Health Centre

Smithy Green Hulme Hall Road, Cheadle Hulme SK8 6LU

Tel: 0161 426 5844

Cheadle Hulme Medical Group

Bridge House Medical Centre

11 Ladybridge Road

Cheadle Hulme

Cheadle SK8 5LL

Tel: 0161 983 5300

AROUND CHEADLE

Cheadle Library

Ashfield Road

Cheadle SK8 1BB

E: cheadle.library@stockport. gov.uk

T: 0161 217 6009

Opening Hours

Monday 10 – 5pm. Tuesday & Thursday 10 - 7pm, WEDNESDAY

CLOSED, Friday 10 – 5pm Saturday 10 – 4 pm

Cheadle Post Office

2 Old Rectory Gardens

Cheadle SK8 1BY

0161 428 3040

Opening Hours

8.30–5.30pm Monday to Saturday

Stockport Road Post Office

130 Stockport Road

Cheadle SK8 2DP

0161 428 2990

Opening Hours

9–5.30pm Monday to Friday

9–12.30pm Saturday

Cheadle Medical Practice

1 -5 Ashfield Crescent, Cheadle. SK8 1BH

Tel: 0161 426 9090 –0161 476 2299 (out of hours)

Adshall Road Medical Practice

97 Adshall Road, Cheadle. SK8 2JN

Tel: 0161 491 2292

Dentist

Cheadle High Street Dental Practice

9a High Street, Cheadle, Cheshire, SK8 1AX

Tel: 0161 491 1936

Making our home your home

Situated close to the village centre and benefiting from excellent public transport links, Hillbrook Grange Residential Care Home is a place where you can enjoy full and independent living with the benefit of care and companionship all around you. Our ethos is about creating a compassionate, caring and supportive environment, and a fresh lively atmosphere.

Founded in 1952, Hillbrook Grange is run as a not-for-profit registered charity and is managed by a small team, all of whom live in the Bramhall area. 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:

WHY PILATES IS SO VALUABLE THROUGHOUT THE MENOPAUSE

Improving your health during the menopause is essential but it’s just as important to prepare your body for menopause as well as looking after it post menopause. Exercise is the perfect way to improve your physical and emotional wellbeing but as your body experiences the changes that come with menopause you may be unsure what is safe and effective for you. Here are some tips to help you achieve your goals and why Pilates is so valuable.

Two significant factors for women going through the menopause is health risk to our cardiovascular system and bone strength. Maintaining physical activity not only helps address but also protect against these conditions. It’s important to mention that menopause isn’t the cause of cardiovascular disease but often the lifestyle changes that commonly occur in this period of life that increase your risk. Cardiovascular activities can be tricky during the menopause if you are experiencing hot flushes. This should not put you off exercising though as 30 minutes of exercise most days of the week can improve your health risks.

The benefits of exercise are maintaining bone mass, improving strength and flexibility, and improving balance which in turn reduces the risk of falls and therefore risk of fractures.  Weight bearing (3-5 times per week) and resistance/strength exercise (2-3 times per week) help increase Bone Mineral Density by stimulating bone growth.

Pilates is a great form of exercise for bone loading due to the positions used and the action of muscles. We often don’t use our upper body sufficiently in our daily lives so four-point kneeling exercises on the mat will help you safely and effectively load your wrist bones.

During menopause the body experiences hormonal changes, loss of oestrogen has an impact on collagen which is important to maintain joint lubrication and tendon repair. You may also have noticed your muscle tone changes which can be frustrating when you have continued to exercise as normal. Softening of the muscles through hormonal changes not only means less strength but also less control over your movement. The reduction of oestrogen also leads to redistribution of body fat particularly to the abdominal area. Pilates is proven and evidence based to build core strength and muscle tone.

Women often mention brain fog this is when they lose their train of thought as they are going through menopause. Pilates focuses on the mind-body connection which means that your concentration will start to improve as well. Learning a new task has been scientifically shown to help brain health.

Menopause is inevitable so whether you are perimenopausal, menopause or postmenopausal, now is the perfect time to take a health audit, join a Pilates class and realign your future health.

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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