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Issue 59 August / September 2020

Cheadle Hulme & Cheadle

In this issue Events - P5

Interior Design - P12

Food & Drink - P14

Children’s Activities - P21

Under The Hammer - P28

The Independent Magazine

for SK8 Community

In Stitches - P32 Wellbeing - Pilates - P40

Local History Events Community News Local Businesses Features

www.skmagazines.co.uk

Welcome to the August / September issue of SKCheadle Hulme & Cheadle. Well a lot has happened since our last issue popped through your door. I’ve decided along with my contributors to make this month magazine as positive as possible. I know it’s been an awful time for a lot of the SK residents and my best wishes are with you all.

I normally pick out a couple of articles to entice you to read the magazine, but I really do feel that if you have the time, give them all a read. Along with the wonderful articles I’d also like to highlight our amazing advertisers.

Many of them have supported the magazine throughout hard times over the last 11 years and I can’t thank them enough for the support over the last couple of months.

Their on-going support means I can continue providing your community magazine direct to your door.

We have four pages of events in and around the area along with two pages of Children’s Activities this month.

Please do check any events you plan to go to first, as things are changing on a daily basis at the moment.

So do check to avoid any disappointment.

This month Interior Design Page 12

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WORKING FROM HOME, THE NEW TREND

he last time I put my tappy fingers on the keyboard for SK Magazine I had no idea of the huge changes with how we would be shifting the way we work and live.

Covid 19 has steamed into our world relentlessly and working from home has become the way forward for many. Trend analysts have suggested this for years but it’s taken a forced situation to test it’s worth.

Research now shows that three out of five employees would like to work more from home since lockdown and are looking to spend £1179 on average to tailor their home office.

Technology is at our fingertips, Zoom calls replacing meetings and noise cancelling headphones drowning out the washing machine. Advantages can be seen by employers too, finding less office space as rotational hot desking can be implemented resulting in less overheads. Benefits for the employed are plentiful, a two minute commute to your desk, pop your washing out in your break and make your favourite fresh coffee and lunch.

Consider which area you will make your office.

Look at lighting, ventilation, view and privacy.

It may be possible to convert a spare bedroom, adapt the space under the stairs or create a garden office with many ready-to-go structures on the market.

Zone your area using rugs, bookcases and/or décor. If it’s a space within another room just painting it a different colour visually creates a separate area. Let your style of work and your

own personality dictate your space. If you work in a bland office usually but you’re a fan of stronger colours, this is a chance to create your own oasis. A dull corner can be transformed with a mirror reflecting the outdoors, plants and pictures.

Alternatively, if you work better without clutter then a cool, minimalist vibe can look amazing.

Furniture is key. You really can use any desk or have some bespoke furniture made, it’s more about making it look like it belongs, but shelves, cupboards and clever storage is essential. Think whether you use reference books, papers or magazines often and find a solution to clearing it away. If it’s handy to have more than one computer open at a time, you’ll need a bigger desk. Perhaps children are in the same space when work is finished, then maybe make use of shelves rather than rattan baskets on the floor.

You can start your vision by making a mood board or pinning images to your taste, much like ones I’ve included here. You may need a hand and I’m here to help. It’s your space for working, celebrate and enjoy your home office.

Twitter: @TigermothI Facebook: Tigermoth Home www.tigermothhome.co.uk Sharon@tigermothhome.co.uk Instagram: @tigermothhomeinteriors

Contents Welcome - Page 3 Events - Pages 5,6,8 & 10 Interior Design – Page 12 Food & Drink – Page 14 Fitness / Lifestyle Tips – Page 16

It is lovely to be back and I hope you enjoy the read.

All the best

Simon Simon Hemsley SK Magazines T: 07952 005518 E: simon@skmagazines.co.uk www.skmagazines.co.uk

Community News – Pages 18 & 36 Children’s Activities - Pages 21 & 24 Financial Matters – Page 26 Under the Hammer – Page 28 Community Care - Page 30 In Stitches – Page 32 Health & Beauty – Page 34 Community Index – Page 38 Wellbeing – Pilates – Page 40 Ad Index - Page 42

To advertise in any of the SK Magazines. please contact Simon Hemsley on 07952 005518 or e-mail simon@skmagazines.co.uk for further information. You can download our media pack from the website www.skmagazines.co.uk.

SKBramhall & Woodford, SKWilmslow & Alderley Edge September Deadline: 12th August 2020 (please allow two extra days for ad design), SKCheadle Hulme & Cheadle: October Deadline: 11th September 2020.

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Every Monday – Quiz at the Hesketh

It’s free to enter and £100 worth of prizes given away every week. Starts at 9pm. 63 Hulme Hall Road, Cheadle Hulme, SK8 6JZ.

EVERY MONDAY: BRAMHALL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY

Interested in photography? We have a very varied programme of guest presenters, competitions and discussions on everything photographic.

Whether you just use your mobile phone or have the latest equipment, your sure of a very warm welcome. We meet 7.45 to 10pm on Mondays at Bramhall Village Club at the top of Lumb Lane. Free parking. For more details: www,bramhallphoto.weebly.co.uk

Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday: Cheadle Hulme Fitness

A fantastic club for all ages and abilities where you can improve your fitness in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Run on a pay-as-you-go basis of £3.50 per class and no need to book. All classes are from 1.30 - 2.30pm at Cheadle Hulme Methodist Church, Ramillies Ave, Cheadle Hulme, SK8 7AL. For more information visit https:// cheadlehulmefitness.org.uk, or Facebook or contact Penny on 0161 440 8059 or mail@cheadlehulmefitness.org.uk

Every Fourth Monday of the Month: The Trefoil Guild

This is a non-uniform branch of Girlguiding that gives fun, friendship, opportunities and new challenges to adults. The Bramhall and District Guild meet in the Parish Lounge of St. Michael’s Church at 2 pm, but please call the secretary to check whether we are at home or out and about.

Further details are available from Secretary.BramhallTG@gmail.com or 0161 440 8482.

EVERY MONDAY & WEDNESDAY: OVER 60’s MEN’S KEEP FIT

We are a group of men organising our own Keep Fit Session, between 8pm – 9pm in the gym at Hazel Grove High School. Our exercises and games are moderate, the pace is fairly gentle and most importantly very enjoyable. Interested?

Phone John on 01625 877549 or just come along and check us out. If you would prefer Wednesday Same time same place just contact Graham on 0161 483 7631 or just come along and check us out.

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

At Woodford Community Centre from 1 till 4pm.

Come and join this friendly group of likeminded people sharing skills and information where help

and advice is on hand. For more information call Karen on 07860 458260.

Every Tuesday: Cheadle Hulme Library Storytime

Sharing stories, sharing books. A wonderful opportunity for children and their parents/carers to meet together on a weekly basis to share stories and rhymes in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Age- under 5s Cost- free Cheadle Hulme Library, Mellor Road, Cheadle Hulme, Stockport, SK8 5AU. 2-2-30pm. Tel: 0161 217 6009 Email : cheadlehulme.library@stockport.gov.uk

Every Tuesday (term time only): Breakfast at the Church

Come to All Hallows during term time for a full English breakfast. You can have fruit juice and cereal followed by bacon, sausages, eggs, beans and tomatoes rounded off with toast and marmalade and freshly brewed coffee. And just for the cost of £1 – yes, just £1 for everything.

No need to book – just turn up between 8.00am and 10.00am. All Hallows Church, Councillor Lane, Cheadle.

Every Tuesday: All Saints’ Church

Is open for private prayer from 10am-2pm.

Church Road, Cheadle Hulme.

First Tuesday each month: Bramhall & Cheadle Hulme Flower club

Meetings to be held in All Saints’ Parish Room, Church Road, Cheadle Hulme SK8 7JB. Doors open 6.50 pm. Meeting starts at 7.30 pm prompt.

Every Tuesday: Brookdale Club and Theatre Four Group Meetings

Bridge Lane, Bramhall. Reception (Age 5) Year 2 - 4-4.30pm, Years 3-6 – 4.30 – 5.30pm & 5.30 – 6.30pm, Years 7-9 – 6.30 8pm and Year 10+ 8 – 9.30pm. For further information email BrookdaleYT@outlook.com

First and third Tuesday every month: Knit and Knatter group

Come and join us at Bramhall United Reformed Church, corner of Robins Lane. We knit for many charities in this country from the homeless to Age UK. We can find you the wool, needles and patterns and lots of coffee. It will only cost £1.00. We do not charge for chatting. So if you would like some company and haven’t knitted for a long time come and join us. From 9.30 until 12 noon. For more details ring Jean on 0161 439 8241.

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Please check meeting is on before attending 2nd Tuesday of the month Cheadle & Gatley Women’s Institute

Meetings which take place all year (except August) are at Cheadle Social Club, Ashfield Crescent, Cheadle at 7.30pm. Visitors are most welcome to come along and see what we are all about. For more information we can be contacted via Facebook https://m.facebook.com/profile. php?id=702604316437739 or email cazy88@ntlworld.com.

EVERY SECOND AND THIRD TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH (EX. AUGUST): CHEADLE HULME TOWNSWOMEN’S GUILD

Meetings are held at the Parish Rooms on Church Road, starting at 2 pm. We enjoy Speakers, trips to the theatre, a Gardening Group, Book Club, Winter Lunches and days out. We also have choir that meets on a Monday. All will be made welcome.

Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month: Stockport Symphonic Sounds

This is a new daytime orchestra. If you are interested contact Liz Pennington on 0161 439 7484 or Diana Oldfield on 0161 439 9219 for more details. 10.30am until 12.30 pm at The Ladybrook (upstairs) Fir Road, Bramhall, SK7 2NP.

2nd and last Tuesdays of the month Nimble Fingers Craft Group

We enjoy various crafts such as cross-stitch, card making, etc. and meet 6.30-8.30pm at All Hallows Church Lounge, Councillor Lane, SK8 2JG. For more details call Liz on 07967 182641

Every 2nd and 3rd Tuesday of each month (September to July): Cheadle Hulme Towns Women’s Guild

Every 2nd and 3rd Tuesday of each month (September to July): Cheadle Hulme Towns Women’s Guild Are you new to the area or newly retired and someone who would like to increase their circle of friends and activities? We are the Cheadle Hulme Towns Women’s Guild who meet at the Parish rooms, Church Road, Cheadle Hulme (on the 313 and 42b bus route). Meetings are from 2pm to 4pm and each week we have a speaker talking and showing slides sometimes on a whole range of subjects. We have a yearly membership fee and there is a weekly entrance of £1, which includes tea/coffee and biscuit.

Every Wednesday: Toddlers

10.30 til 11.45am term time at Cheadle Hulme Methodist Church. Every Third Wednesday we serve lunch after Toddlers, from 11.45am. Contact 0161 485 1605 for details.

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Every Wednesday: The Laurence Singers Can you sing? We are looking for good singers to increase our friendly, mixed voice choir of 30 people. If you have a background in singing and enjoy everything from Bach to The Beatles, we could be just the choir for you! 7.45–10pm to United Reformed Church, Swann Lane, SK8 7HU. call Cliff on 01625 527204 www.thelaurencesingers.org.uk

EVERY WEDNESDAY: Stockport Barbershop Chorus

Come and enjoy close harmony singing with Stockport’s premier Barbershop Chorus. We sing a range of songs and are a friendly chorus, with a good social aspect. We like to perform at charitable events, raise money for charity and also compete in choral festivals. Rehearsals are 7:30pm at the Hazel Grove Methodist Church, Wesley Street. Hazel Grove SK7 4JQ. For more information visit: www.harmonyrevival.co.uk Sarah Amphlett 0300 1233683 or email vc.north2@parkinsons.org.uk

Every Wednesday: Parkinson’s UK - Stockport Branch

We offer information, friendship and support to people with Parkinson’s, their families and carers. We meet 2pm until 4pm at the Masonic Guild Hall, 169 Wellington Road South, Stockport.

There are seated exercises for half an hour every Wednesday except the third Wednesday when we have a speaker or special event.

Every Wednesday: Pownall Probex Club.

Recently retired men are warmly invited to join us for informal conversation and to listen to a visiting speaker. We meet at The Cheshire Line Tavern, Cheadle. SK8 2NZ at 9:45am. Our website for further details and contacts is: pownallprobexclub.org.uk.

Contact a committee member to arrange a visit to a club session.

Every Wednesday: PATCH (Mums & Tots) plenty of toys and activities, tea and toast £1.50 per family (term time only) 10-11.30am at All Hallows Church, Cheadle.

Email: allhallows.cheadle@gmail.com.

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

EVERY WEDNESDAY EVENING: DOUBLE ‘B’ JAZZ ORCHESTRA

An evening of Big Band Jazz and Swing, featuring the timeless music of the 1930’s, 40’s and ‘50’s.

If Big Band Jazz and Swing is your thing then why not come and join us from 8.30pm Admission is only £3. Cheadle social Club - Ashfield Crescent, SK8 1BQ

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Please check meeting is on before attending EVERY OTHER WEDNESDAY: Rotary Cheadle & District Dementia Group

Rotary welcomes people living with dementia & their carers to join us at our Fortnightly Wednesday group at: - The Governor’s House, 43 Ravenoak Road, Cheadle Hulme, SK8 7EQ. No Entry Fee, Alternate Wednesdays 11am to 12.30pm. Coffee and snacks available at the Bar. Please telephone Sue Bates 0161 485 2453 or Suzanne Belsten 0161 449 9795

SECOND WEDNESDAY (except AUGUST and DECEMBER): SOUP, SWEET AND MEET 12 noon - 1.30 pm Cheadle Hulme United Reformed Church. Cost £5. Join us for homemade soups and sweets, and companionship.

Third Wednesday in the month: Social evening for everyone Pool, chess, table tennis, board games or just chat, drink coffee and eat cake. Why wouldn’t you come? All Hallows Church, Cheadle, Email: allhallows.cheadle@gmail.com.

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

Every Other Wednesday: STOCKPORT LADIES SPEAKERS

We are members of the Association of Speakers Clubs and our aim is to encourage and help women who dread the idea of having to speak but need to conquer their fear, whether it be for job presentations or social occasions. Our group has a diverse membership, including students, young professionals, mums and business owners. There is no pressure to speak until you are ready to do so. For more information go to www.stockportladiesspeakers.co.uk or email sixdennett@aol.com

EVERY THURSDAY: LADYBROOK SINGERS

Love to sing? Then why not join us? We are a ladies choir who sing a wide repertoire from pop to classical. Every year we perform in concerts, charity events and festivals. Rehearsals, every Thursday 7.30 p.m. Norbury Church, Hazel Grove.

Pop along to a rehearsal or tel: 07777 646828 if you want to find out more. You’ll find us on Facebook too. www.ladybrooksingers.co.uk

Every Thursday: Cheadle & Gatley Filmmakers:

Do you have loads of video films and can’t work out how to edit and turn them into a watchable and interesting production to show your family and friends? Come along to Cheadle & Gatley Filmmakers where you can get some expert advice. We meet at Heald Green Village Hall every Thursday evening at 7:30pm.

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Second Thursday of Every Month (Except August): Amnesty International Stockport Group

Starts at 8pm. Come and join us in our various activities for human rights. The Quaker Meeting House, 91 Station Road (corner with Ramillies Avenue), Cheadle Hulme. SK8 7BG, Call Duncan (0161 485 7601) for more information.

2nd, 3rd and 4th Thursday of each month: PHD Patchers Patchwork and Quilting Club

PHD Patchers meet from 9.30am until 3.30pm at the United Reformed Church, Wilmslow Road in Heald Green. We don’t hold workshops but we are always willing to help and give advice.

Further information can be obtained by phoning 07890 620792.

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

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

The Membership Secretary can be contacted on 0161 4398794.

Last Thursday in month: Lunch Plus (for over 50’s)

choice of homemade soups, sandwiches and tasty cakes £3.00 per person.12.30-1.30pm at All Hallows Church, Cheadle. Email: allhallows. cheadle@gmail.com. Tel: 0161 428 9121 www. allhallows-church.org.uk

First Friday of the month: Heald Green Theatre Company hold open bars

Come and join us for cheap drinks, fun and games and meet the production teams and the theatre members. Bring your friends and family, beats a night in front of the TV. To date we have done Beetle drive, Bingo and Dog racing game.

Curious about your local theatre come and take a tour. Interested in helping in our future productions or just come for a drink. All funds raised behind bar in aid of your local community theatre. Entry FREE. Starts 7.30pm at the Heald Green Theatre (next to Gatley Golf club, Motcombe Grove, SK8 3TW).check out the website http://www.hgtc.org.uk/ or phone Jackie on 07896 600710.

Please check meeting is on before attending Every Friday and Saturday: Community Café at Trinity Church

Trinity Community Café 10am – 12 noon Tel: 0161 428 7463 Trinity Church, Massie Street, Cheadle, SK8 1BP.

Every Friday: Toddlers

10-11.30 am, at Cheadle Hulme United Reformed Church, Swann Lane. Cost £2 per family. For more details contact swannlaneoutreach@gmail.com Facebook: @CHURCH19

Every other Friday of the month: Best Foot Forward Walks

Best Foot Forward walks are free, low impact walks lasting between 30 minutes and an hour and finish at a café for tea and a chat afterwards. They provide a supportive and sociable environment for people who’ve been affected by breast cancer (including family members and friends). Best Foot Forward health walks take place every other Friday and every other Saturday. They meet outside Sandwich Heaven, 2B Fir Rd, Bramhall, Stockport, Cheshire SK7 2NP at 10.15am and walk around Bramhall park.

For more information contact bestfootforward@ breastcancercare.org.uk or phone 0345 0771893.

For further details go to www.breastcancercare.org.uk/bestfootforward.

EVERY FRIDAY: FRIENDLY FRIDAYS

Open to all ages (children and vulnerable adults need a supervising adult to accompany them).

We welcome dogs on a leash who are okay with large groups of people. Drop in day with lots of different activities going on like crafts, board games, puzzles, table tennis, basket ball hoop, books and magazines to browse. Drinks and snacks only 50p each. Its like a really big lounge for the community to come together. Come for a chat and brew or stay the whole day. Stays open during school holidays. Contact Pam Robinson 07909 903864 or email friendlyfridaysuk@gmail. com. 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Rose Walker Community Centre, Essex Ave, SK3 0JA FREE ENTRY

First Saturday of Each Month: Coffee and Chat

10am - 12 noon. Coffee & Chat at Cheadle Hulme United Reformed Church, Swann Lane. (Not Jan).

First Saturday of each month: Northern Soul/Tamla Night

Large wooden/polished dance floor and cheap bar prices. Starts 8:30pm- £4.00 on door (max capacity 120) Cheadle & Gatle Conservative Club, Cnr Stockport Rd /Oak Road, Cheadle.

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Every Saturday: Heald Green Library Storytime.

Sharing stories, sharing books. A wonderful opportunity for children and their parents/ carers to meet together on a weekly basis to share stories and rhymes in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Age- under 5s Cost- free Heald Green Library, Finney Lane, Heald Green, Stockport, SK8 3JB. 11-11.30am. Tel 0161 217 6009 Email : healdgreen.library@stockport.gov.uk

Every Second Saturday: All Saints’ Church

Is open and coffee served from 10am-11.30am.

Church Road, Cheadle Hulme.

FOURTH SATURDAY (THIRD IN DECEMBER): Film Night

7pm at Cheadle Hulme United Reformed Church.

Donation towards refreshments in the interval is the only cost. All welcome.

First Sunday of the Month: The Brookdale Club Quiz Night

Meet in the Club Bar, Bridge Lane, Bramhall 7.30 for 8pm. All welcome. For more information call Roger Salt on 0161 439 0371.

EVERY SUNDAY: “HUNGRY FOR HELP”

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

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

Every Sunday: Self-Realization Fellowship

A friendly and informal meditation group.

We follow the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda, author of Autobiography of a Yogi.

Beginners in meditation most welcome. Usual service time is 2:30-4:30pm.

Contact 07582 406147 for more information or visit www.srf-manchester.org.uk. Friends Meeting House, 82 Wythenshawe Road, Northenden M23 0DJ.

Every Sunday: Live Music @ The Church Inn

Starts at 8pm. Call for details 0161 485 1897.

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Working From Home, The New Trend

he last time I put my tappy fingers on the keyboard for SK Magazine I had no idea of the huge changes with how we would be shifting the way we work and live.

Covid 19 has steamed into our world relentlessly and working from home has become the way forward for many. Trend analysts have suggested this for years but it’s taken a forced situation to test it’s worth.

Research now shows that three out of five employees would like to work more from home since lockdown and are looking to spend £1179 on average to tailor their home office.

Technology is at our fingertips, Zoom calls replacing meetings and noise cancelling headphones drowning out the washing machine. Advantages can be seen by employers too, finding less office space as rotational hot desking can be implemented resulting in less overheads. Benefits for the employed are plentiful, a two minute commute to your desk, pop your washing out in your break and make your favourite fresh coffee and lunch.

Consider which area you will make your office.

Look at lighting, ventilation, view and privacy.

It may be possible to convert a spare bedroom, adapt the space under the stairs or create a garden office with many ready-to-go structures on the market.

Zone your area using rugs, bookcases and/or décor. If it’s a space within another room just painting it a different colour visually creates a separate area. Let your style of work and your

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own personality dictate your space. If you work in a bland office usually but you’re a fan of stronger colours, this is a chance to create your own oasis. A dull corner can be transformed with a mirror reflecting the outdoors, plants and pictures.

Alternatively, if you work better without clutter then a cool, minimalist vibe can look amazing.

Furniture is key. You really can use any desk or have some bespoke furniture made, it’s more about making it look like it belongs, but shelves, cupboards and clever storage is essential. Think whether you use reference books, papers or magazines often and find a solution to clearing it away. If it’s handy to have more than one computer open at a time, you’ll need a bigger desk. Perhaps children are in the same space when work is finished, then maybe make use of shelves rather than rattan baskets on the floor.

You can start your vision by making a mood board or pinning images to your taste, much like ones I’ve included here. You may need a hand and I’m here to help. It’s your space for working, celebrate and enjoy your home office.

Twitter: @TigermothI Facebook: Tigermoth Home www.tigermothhome.co.uk Sharon@tigermothhome.co.uk Instagram: @tigermothhomeinteriors

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BBQ Steak Fajitas (serves 6)

y husband has treated me to a new BBQ. It’s a dual fuel – gas and charcoal – and I love it. I never let FK anywhere near the cooking on the BBQ – when you spend time choosing the right cut/ marinating it etc then why let someone else take all the credit!

I thought I’d do a nice summery, fun and easy recipe for this months SK magazine and this one fits the bill. A friend of mine loves Mojito’s so I’ve added a recipe for these too – enough for 6!

For the steak: 4 garlic cloves, peeled 1 tbsp fresh lime juice 1 tbsp olive oil 3 tbsp hot smoked Spanish paprika 2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon onion powder (don’t worry if you haven’t got it) 2lbs/900g hangar steak, cut into 4 equal pieces Purée garlic, lime juice, oil, paprika, cilantro, cumin, salt, and onion powder in a blender until smooth. Transfer marinade to a resealable plastic bag and add steak. Seal bag and turn to coat; chill at least 4 hours.

For the rest: 1/2 medium head green cabbage, cut into 2 wedges, core intact 1 large white onion, halved with some root end attached 1 bunch spring onions, trimmed 6 tbsp olive oil, salt, freshly ground pepper 1/4 small red onion, finely chopped 3 tbsp fresh lime juice 1 tbsp chopped fresh coriander Warm flour tortillas (for serving) Prepare bbq for medium-high heat. (Alternatively, heat a grill pan over medium-high heat.) Drizzle

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cabbage, white onion, and spring onions with 4 tablespoons oil; season with salt and pepper.

Grill, turning occasionally, until vegetables are charred and softened, about 4 minutes for spring onions, 10–12 minutes for cabbage and onion. Let vegetables cool slightly.

Core cabbage and cut into bite-size pieces along with spring onions and onion. Toss chopped vegetables in a large bowl with red onion, lime juice, coriander, and remaining 2 tablespoons oil; season with salt and pepper.

Remove steak from marinade, scraping off excess; season with salt and pepper. Grill steak until medium-rare, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.

Serve steak with vegetables, tortillas, and some spicy tomato salsa.

Mojito Juice of 6 limes, 6 tsp sugar Handful of mint 360ml white Rum Soda water to taste Muddle the lime juice, sugar and mint leaves in a jug, crushing the mint as you go – you can use the end of a rolling pin for this. Pour into a tall glass and add a handful of ice.

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COVID Resilience

n these unprecedented times, much has changed. Some temporarily, whilst some things will never be the same again, as society prepares to move into a new phase of reduced lockdown restrictions.

It’s impossibly complex, but somehow we must find a way to re-ignite the economy, whilst keeping everyone safe.

There is no perfect solution, but I have tried my best to pull together some simple steps, that if we all take, will maximise our chances of a successful release... I am calling it the COVID resilience strategy.

1 - Practical steps: It is no secret that very basic, practical steps can dramatically reduce the spread of any virus and hence protect ourselves and others. n Wash your hands thoroughly and often, especially after a trip out. n Do not touch your face at all, especially if you are away from your home. n Hand gel is your best friend in the absence of a sink and soap, slap it on often. n Keep your distance! Whether the rules say 1 metre or 2 metres by the time you read this, the further away the better in terms of transmission risk. n Stay home as much as you can. Despite the new freedoms, it is still the smart thing to do right now. n Wear a mask if you go out. Yes it feels weird, and us Brits aren’t used to it, but guess what, updated research says they work, so get one, and get comfortable wearing it.

2 - Physiological steps: Practical steps are effective and necessary, but let’s not neglect our own body’s resilience! n Supplement with a high dosage of Vitamin C and D! It’s cheap and easy to do and research increasingly shows these two gems are protective against COVID-19 along with many more benefits, so take them.* n Don’t forget your 5 a day, in fact maybe make it 10. Supplementing is great, but a generally healthy, balanced diet is essential for overall bodily health and resilience.

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n If you haven’t already; STOP SMOKING! Lung

heath is pivotal to COVID-19 survival, so if you’ve kept up this expensive and lethal habit so far, now is the time to quit. n Exercise as much as you can. The fitter and stronger your respiratory and circulatory systems are, the safer you are. n Sleep. Your body heals, balances and regenerates when you sleep, so switch off Netflix an hour earlier tonight, and get some more rest.

3 - Psychological steps: The final factor in emerging from lockdown successfully is to harness the power of the mind. n Meditate. Simply breathing deeply and clearing your mind for a few minutes each day is a powerful way to reduce stress and anxiety, boost immunity and boost mental clarity. There are many apps to support this practice. n Optimism. An optimistic mindset is not a miracle cure for adversity, but it helps. Those who consider themselves lucky experience more luck, it’s a fact, so practice thinking that “the worst is over” and expect things to improve, and they probably will. n Social connection. Humans are social animals and we’ve been isolated for too long now.

Explore any social connections you can either on the phone, videolink or with socially distant meet ups. It is hard work at times but it will boost feelings of wellbeing and motivation.

This article merely scratches the surface of what we can do to boost our COVID resilience. For a more comprehensive account then please visit my blog on my website. *Please do your own research before taking any form of supplementation, and check with your doctor if you have any concerns at all.

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Community News

New campaign launched to raise £ millions for football clubs outside the Premier League.

This month SK caught up with local businessman Gary Conner who has set up the campaign. (via Zoom) “After hearing Mark Palios (Tranmere Rovers owner) on BBC talking about how many of the smaller clubs could face real financial ruin if their seasons were ended prematurely and they were not able to play in front of crowds. As a lifelong football fan, I thought that the time was right to launch a campaign to help as many clubs as we could.

I contacted Wardwiz whom I had been working with to give their mobile security software away free to everyone that donates. Should fans decide to subscribe and keep the software in the future, then 50% of their small monthly subscription will go to their chosen club.

This way we help clubs now and create ongoing revenue streams for them going forward.”

Football fans looking to give financial aid to their favourite teams outside of the Premier League now have the opportunity to show their support - thanks to a new website www.supportourclubs.com is a not-for-profit campaign aimed. at providing football clubs with a steady flow of income during the COVID-19 crisis and beyond.

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The site contains over 300 football clubs from the Championship, EFL leagues 1 and 2, Vanarama and Bet Victor leagues. Supporters can simply select their club and donate.

Fans will be able to contribute to their chosen club from as little as ten pounds. They will also have the chance to be part of a football community, sharing news and ideas to help keep their clubs going.

The North West is hotbed of football with local clubs featuring in all leagues. We know how important our smaller clubs are to their local communities, businesses and the overall wellbeing of society. Football is far more than just the big clubs. We can’t allow those outside the top tier to be forced to shut down. They are vital to the integrity and future of our great game.

This campaign is aimed at everyone not just football fans. If you support a premier club then you should still visit and donate. Just think about the importance these clubs have in our towns and communities and support in any way you can.

We need to support and protect them all!

Take a look at the website www.supportourclubs. com to find out how it works and how to donate. For more information, please contact Gary Conner on gary@wardwiz.com

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Baby Massage

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Baby Sensory Development Classes

Monday: All Hallows’ Church, Councillor Lane, Cheadle , SK8 2JG 10-11am for babies 7-13 months 11:30am -12:30pm for babies 0-6 months 1-2pm for babies 0-13 months. Thursday: Manchester Rugby club, Grove lane, Cheadle Hulme, SK8 7NB 9:30-10:30 for babies 0-13 months, 11-12 for babies 0-6 months. Natalie Hitchen, 07977 073030, stockport@babysensory.co.uk.

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

Fridays 2-2.30pm. 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.

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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 10.30 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 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 admin@standrewscheadlehulme.org.uk

Mini Rews baby group (up to 12 months) Thursdays 1-3 during term time in St Andrews Cheadle Hulme hall. Cost £1.50 per carer. Contact as above.

Kickstarters

SIntroducing a world of pre school football. Join the miniature recruits, enter the goaliverse, and earn the super power stickers. Classes Monday Thursday 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.

Parent & Toddlers

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Thursday 10-11.30am (term time only).

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Pre School Dance (from 20 months+) Ballet, Tap, Modern and Jazz

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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.

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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.

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.

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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 10.30 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 yoru place.

Mummy and Me Dance Classes 20 months - 35 months. A gentle and fun introduction to ballet and general dance movement, with Mummy/Daddy/Nanna to hold their hand and help them throughout the class.

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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

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Unprecedented times

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n a bimonthly article of just 500 or so words, it is impossible to distill the worldwide impact of the Coronavirus on people, their businesses, and the economy. Nor is it possible to tell the 10,000 daily stories of human kindness and selflessness. We have faced pandemics before, notably the Black Plague in the 14th century; the Spanish Flu 1918-1920; AIDS since 1981; H1N1 ten years ago; and now Covid-19.

There are many steps that the government has introduced to assuage some of the immediate economic impacts on businesses and families including furlough payments, help for the self-employed, VAT holidays, rates relief and grants, Bounce Back Loans and CBILS and so on. As a result, conversations over recent weeks with clients and friends sometimes touch on “how do we pay for all this”? The conclusion has to be that it will take more than a generation to correct this ever-deepening financial hole.

I wrote a few years ago in one of these articles that the UK’s national debt was over £1.5 trillion and by March 2020 the UK’s national had already grown to £1.8 trillion. But, what is the National Debt and how does it arise?

At the end of every year the UK economy reports a Budget Deficit, which arises because national spending is greater than revenue from taxes collected. So to ‘balance the books’ the government embarks on a combination of; borrowing more by selling bonds (+25% are owned overseas, but the majority are held by UK insurance and pension funds) ; printing money; and raising taxes and endeavouring to spend less in the following years.

In 2018-2019, the budget deficit was £24.7 billion, and the forecast for 2020-2021 is for a borrowing requirement of a staggering £250bn-£350bn

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which will comfortably take us crashing through the £2 trillion ‘and then some’ debt figure. But frightening as these figures are, debt should always be considered alongside the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), which is the value of all finished goods and services in a year.

Debt without a consideration of the country’s ‘annual earnings’ is meaningless, and so all countries record their debt level as a percentage of their GDP. Until the 2008 recession, the UK had been faring well with a debt/GDP ratio of between 30% - 40%.

History gives us further context. The Napoleonic Wars saw a ratio of 200%, and by the beginning of the 20th Century, the ratio had fallen to 30%; but then the two world wars caused spikes of over 150% in WWI and approaching 250% in WWII. It took all the years between WWII and the 1970s for the percentage to fall to 50% and then to 25% by 1990.

Since 2008 the curve has been upward once more with UK National Debt now well over 80% of GDP whilst at the end of 2019, France, the US and Japan recorded 98%, 107% and 238% respectively.

But now with UKs GDP falling by a record 20% in April alone, I am afraid our debt to GDP ratio could return to those historic levels that we have seen before, and importantly survived before.

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Lockdown online-only auctions achieve record-breaking results – and show now’s a good time to sell

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ecord-breaking auction prices achieved in lockdown show nothing can dampen the worldwide fascination for antiques and collectables.

So, if you’ve discovered a treasure or simply decided it’s time to part with some objects after a clear-out, it’s an excellent time to sell.

Hansons’ May online-only sales achieved sales of £740,000 and attracted around 3,000 online bidders from nearly 40 countries.

Works of art, fine paintings, furniture, ceramics, jewellery, designer watches, antiquities, books and collectors’ items of all kinds sparked interest.

Top results included an Anglo-Saxon collection of antiquities, including a magnificent squareheaded brooch, which sold to a museum for £30,000 in our Historica Auction.

But there were many highlights. Lot 24, a first edition hardback of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, found in a skip and one of only 500, flew to £33,000 from an estimate A first edition of £8,000-£12,000. Some 18 hardback of Harry Potter and the Potter/J K Rowling lots sold Philosopher’s Stone for a combined total of £60,800.

Other highlights included lot 26, a 1943 copy of Roald Dahl’s first published book The Gremlins containing a personal note from the A 1943 copy of Roald Dahl’s author. It sold for £6,500. first published book The Gremlins Then there was lot 10, a postcard written by DH Lawrence, addressed to Louie Burrows prior to the couple’s engagement. It rocketed above its £300-500 estimate to sell for £3,000.

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Lot 25, a Florence Nightingale letter also captured the public’s imagination and sold for £2,000 against a £500-600 estimate.

George Formby fans came out in force to bid on 13 lots of Formby memorabilia, including Formby memorabilia two banjos and a life-size model of the entertainer.

All sold for a combined total of £38,000.

Another hammer highlight was lot 4199, a stylish 1920s, Art Deco figure group of three jazz dancers by Paul Philippe.

It sold for £21,000 from a conservative estimate of 1920s, Art Deco figure group £3,000-£5,000. of three jazz dancers In the fine paintings section, lot 227, a charming oil painting of a setter in a landscape

by Francis Calcroft Turner, sold for £1,600.

However, the highest price of £8,500 went to lot 215, a painting of cattle by celebrated 19th Century animal artist, Thomas Sidney Cooper A charming oil painting of a R.A. (1803-1902). setter in a landscape Highest price in the furniture section went to lot 3037, a richly decorated room divider screen. Thought to be European and dating from the 18th Century, it sold for £12,500.

Something to sell? Rare books, paintings, wine/whisky, silver, ceramics, glass, works of art, clocks, furniture and decorative arts are invited for Hansons’ next Fine Art and Library Auction. Please contact Adrian Rathbone at arathbone@hansonsauctioneers.co.uk

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Our Unexpected Journey I

t’s quite a journey we have been on, since the end of March and still unsure of the destination. The last time I sat down to write an editorial piece for SK Magazine was in February. Back then I could meet friends for a coffee, book an appointment at the dentist, give my dad a hug and travel abroad.

Then ‘wham’ COVID-19 bulldozed into our world, and everything changed. We watched in disbelief as our neighbours in Europe battled to save the lives of their nationals, and we desperately made plans to avoid the worst happening here, never expecting to suffer the highest death toll in Europe.

Overnight people lost their livelihoods, whole sectors of the economy shut down, families and flatmates were thrown together 24/7, parents became teachers and many people became sick, seriously sick and despite the best efforts of our frontline NHS workers, many people lost their lives.

The virus has changed our lives. During this time something else changed too, something no one could have predicted, it wasn’t tangible.

It was the change that we chose to make for ourselves and others. With every day that passed we saw, read and heard about the very best of humankind, something I suspect many thought had long since left our society – our communities came together.

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The NHS has inspired a whole new generation to become, doctors, nurses and medics.

We have realised the value of our key workers; delivery drivers, postal workers and refuge collectors, that can’t do without them and the care profession finally got the recognition it deserves. On a simple local level, we reconnected with our neighbours and rallied to support our community.

We are learning to live alongside the virus as best we can. We have also learnt to reach out to others, we’re more readily available to help out and we’re more aware of the needs of others. COVID-19 has brought untold misery but it’s also brought us closer and made us feel, even in isolation, more connected in a way we could never have imagined.

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hope you have all been keeping well and safe.

Hasn’t it been a funny year so far, hopefully, you’re all fit and well and it’s great to be back. In this issue of In Stitches, I thought I would discuss how to keep your sewing machine in shape, a quick review of eco-friendly thread and share some things you can sew to keep you busy!

I have been busy setting up a new group in Stockport, sewing scrubs for the NHS and local healthcare workers alongside almost 1,000 sewers around all of Stockport, including men, women and children. Scrubs, if you don’t know, are the lose fitting tops and trousers you’ll usually see medical staff wearing in hospitals. They’ve been in huge demand by all staff in hospitals and care homes, and if you’ve needed to see anyone for any healthcare, you might find they are wearing all sorts of wonderful designs. We have endless number of donations of bedsheets from all around Stockport from floral designs to superhero designs and wonderful children’s characters donated by children themselves. So when you next meet your health care worker, and they’re wearing bright, wonderful designs, think of the Stockport Sewing community, rallying together, volunteering endless hours to a wonderful cause. Look for For The Love of Scrubs, Stockport And Cheshire.

Sewing has been taken up by so many more people, and with so much more time on our hands, so many more of our community are taking up sewing as a hobby. It’s fantastic.

Machines are sold out in many places and with shops being shut, people are having to bring out the old to recycle to new.

Just remember when you’re bringing your machine out of a 20 year sabbatical leave, to give your machines a good clean and find new needles and threads to use. You can use 3 in 1 machine oil to smooth out the workings and use your manual to help you to thread the machine up properly. You can usually find your manual by

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typing in your machine make and model number with the words ‘manual’ and ‘pdf’ to source a free copy on Google. I have made a few tutorials online to help you check your machine and how to give them a good clean before you start on your sewing projects.

With recycling on topic, Gütermann have launched recycled plastic threads. The multi packs of ten threads are priced at around £18, so about the same as buying an individual reel and I applaud he company’s efforts to make change and hope to see more improvements by the sewing industry to encourage recycling. I have given the threads a try and I see them just as good, if not better than new plastic so I’m happy to move toward using these more. Single colours are limited to black and white at the moment, but a multi pack should give you a nice mix of what you need.

Finally, I have found time to make other things as well as teepees for the children next door and toys for for children. If you’re wondering what you could do to make a difference in the community while you have your sewing machine out,you could have a go at making face coverings for friends and neighbours. I use interfacing as a bonded, waterproof filter, much better than vacuum cleaner bags or coffee filters which I see often recommended. HK Masks have a great design, they supply to medical units around the world and I’ve found easy to make and fit well on the face. Coated garden wire will give a great fit over the nose. You can follow my YouTube tutorial to make these for you.

Take care and look after yourself.

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BACK AT LAST!!

Bramhall Osteopathic Practice is finally re-opening after 3 months!

It has been a really surreal and life changing time for so many of us and I’d just like to share some of the positives and negatives at this phase. Hopefully, both of these we can learn from and adapt post Covid 19.

I think for everyone, the huge bonus has been the amazing weather, blue skies and sunshine, I can’t remember ever having this so consistently! With this the flowers, blossoms and trees have given amazing displays of colour and form. Birds seem to be everywhere, it’s almost as though nature has said a huge thank you for a reduction on air pollution.

We’ve also had more time as families, although home schooling has been challenging and not being able to be with elderly family members sad. However, I think the I.T. skills of the over 70’s has dramatically improved, even my mum has become an expert on Zoom and Facetime and children are now looking forward to going back to school!

The levels of stress have increased with many jobs and businesses affected in huge ways.

However, people have begun to appreciate the benefits of meditation, walking, biking or exercising regularly outdoors, all of which help bring stress levels down.

People have also got used to doing various sorts of exercise on-line, yoga, pilates, dance etc.

Initially we had a few phone calls about stiff necks from trying to watch and do the exercises with peoples necks in odd positions, but people have adapted and thought things through.

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Home working has become the norm and may well continue at least part-time in the future, reducing travel and running costs.

The ergonomics of home working have been a test, but again, getting people to analyse their work position has been helpful, using a separate keyboard with laptop on a pile of books has helped neck/shoulder issues.

Getting a good chair and table height, also getting up and moving about at regular intervals has really helped neck and low back issues.

Then of course, we have social distancing and increased hygiene standards, parts of which will always be worth maintaining and may help reduce the incidence of other viral/bacterial infections e.g. flu in the futrure.

The lovliest thing of all, has been the increased feelings of community, the Thursday night clap, VE day celebrations, the beautiful rainbows in so many windows and golf courses opening for walking.

I hope you all manage to get your lives back to some sort of normality soon and find this reflection helpful.

We are excited to be getting back to doing what we do well.

Keep well!

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Community News

Wilmslow Wells for Africa: Gardens Day

The Wilmslow Wells for Africa Gardens Day scheduled for late June has been postponed due to COVID 19. We will continue to monitor the lockdown and social distancing advice with the hope of holding a scaled down Garden Day later in the summer, subject to keeping our gardeners and visitors safe.

In the meantime, the charity has decided to hold its first ever “Virtual Open Gardens Day” towards the end of June. Various gardeners will share stories about their gardens highlighting some aspect of their recent progress. These will be combined with videos and photographs to bring the gardens to life. Further information will be available shortly on Facebook (@wilmslowwellsforafrica) and our website (wilmslowwells.org).

On top of COVID 19, many millions of Africans continue a daily struggle to access fresh water and adequate sanitation.

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Last year, our Gardens Day raised almost £18,000 which helped thousands of Africans access clean water. With the likely impact on this year’s Gardens Day we are keen to try to maintain our charity fund raising.

Alongside the virtual Gardens Day, we are therefore are also promoting our “Not going out” fundraiser.

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Useful Contacts

Around Cheadle Hulme

Around Cheadle

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 John Pantall (Lib. Dem) 0161 485 5274 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 Iain Roberts (Lib. Dem) 07958 570202

Cheadle Hulme Library Mellor Road Cheadle Hulme SK8 5AU E: cheadlehulme.library@ stockport.gov.uk T: 0161 217 6009 F: 0161 482 0796

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Tuesday & Thursday 9.30 - 6pm, WEDNESDAY CLOSED, Friday 9.30 – 5pm, Saturday 9.30 – 4 pm 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 (2 practices) Smithy Green Hulme Hall Road, Cheadle Hulme SK8 6LU Dr Seabrook & partners Tel: 0161 426 5300 Dr Shipston & partners Tel: 0161 426 5844 Bridge House Medical Centre 11 Ladybridge Road Cheadle Hulme Cheadle SK8 5LL Dr Seabrook & partners Tel: 0161 426 530

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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.

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Pilates anytime, anywhere!

The Pandemic has brought all manner of uncertainty and worry.

Stay safe, stay at home campaigns has helped protect against infection, but the side effects are considerable.

Isolation, lack of contact with the outside world, lack of exercise, and that allimportant mental stimulation.

This is why, now more than ever exercise is an important lifestyle factor to consider for supporting immune function and our emotional and mental health.

Even though some lockdown restrictions are being lifted it’s going to take a while before face-to-face group classes resume so in the meantime why not join an online Pilates classes?

What are the health benefits of Pilates?

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. Best of all Pilates can be tailored towards any age group.

Pilates breathing can help boost overall health.

You must create space for the ribs to expand, by standing or sitting tall and then breathe wide and deep into your back and sides, maximising lung capacity. Try to breathe in through your nose and keep your shoulders relaxed. Breathe in for up to a count of five and out fully for up to a count of five.

When the muscles are stretched, circulation improves. This, combined with the deep breathing associated with Pilates exercise, brings more oxygen to our muscles, creating healthier cells throughout our bodies.

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Stress and anxiety can weaken the immune. Pilates is great for calming our nervous systems and relieving stress. Exercise helps to distract the brain from daily worries and stress. Pilates also helps to increase energy levels and aid sleep, to allow you to function better with the demands of your day-to-day life. By eliminating the stress and anxiety, Pilates is working to keep you healthy.

By attending regular online Pilates classes, this gives a structure to the day and something to look forward to.

Moving my own Pilates classes online has done more than just give my small business some stability. I actually really enjoy teaching online and through Zoom I’ve been able to interact with clients surprisingly well. I also still get to socialise with people I’ve taught for months and years. And, it’s lovely to see that clients can catch up with class-friends too.

This lockdown has not beaten Pilates bodies and we can keep Covid-19 at bay while still keeping backache at bay too.

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