SK Cheadle Hulme & Cheadle August 2023

This month

ELEVATE YOUR HALLWAY

Welcome to the August / September issue of SK Cheadle

Hulme & Cheadle. This month we have a jam-packed issue full of great articles and plenty of events to help you enjoy the summer.

With renting rooms, properties or holiday homes becoming more and more popular, local accountant, Peter Bevan looks at some of the reliefs available for renting your home or a part of it. Financial Matters Page 32.

Jules is back with a must-read for cyclist with the benefits of Pilates, for both the elite riders and those who just like to keep active. Wellbeing Pilates Page 40.

We also are covering British Sewing Bee, Golden moments, summer recipes and much, much more.

Why not grab an ice cream and enjoy the read.

All the best

Interior Design Page 14

Simon Hemsley

SK Magazines

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

Contents

Welcome - Page 3

Events / News - Pages 5,6 ,8 & 10

Under the Hammer – Page 12

Interior Design – Page 14

Club News – Page 18

Children’s Activities - Pages 21 & 24

In Stitches – Page 26

Food & Drink – Page 28

Health & Wellbeing – Page 30

Financial Matters – Page 32

Mind Matters – Page 34

Community Care - Page 36

Community Index – Page 38

Wellbeing Pilates – Page 40

Ad Index - Page 42

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EVERY MONDAY: THE LINDOW SINGERS

Wilmslow Academy Primary School, Handforth Road, Handforth 7:30pm. For more information

contact Ann Epton, on 0161 485 2231 or Email: Harry.Epton@ntlworld.com or visit https://www. lindowsingers.org.uk/

EVERY MONDAY: 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

Delicious lunch at The Deanwater Hotel. Interesting speaker and friendly company. Contact Lesley Cox on 07534 471782

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

EVERY SECOND AND THIRD TUESDAY: CHEADLE HULME TOWNS WOMEN GUILD

We have speakers, a book club, lunch club, coach trips etc throughout the year. Just pop in and see us at the Parish Rooms, Cheadle Hulme, at the back of the building. Contact Libby on 0161 485 8594 (from September - July)

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 & SATURDAY: LIVE ACOUSTIC MUSIC

From 7.30pm at the Jolly Sailor. 218 Bramhall Lane, Stockport. SK3 8TE.

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 THURSDAY:

QUIZ NIGHT AT THE JOLLY SAILOR

Free entry and prizes to be won from 9pm. 218 Bramhall Lane, Stockport. SK3 8TE.

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 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 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

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

SUNDAY 13TH AUGUST:

COME TO THE CIRCUS

The Bramhall & Woodford Rotary Club are proud to bring the National Festival Circus to entertain young and old. For the third year in a row the Big Top will go up in the Walled Garden in Bramhall Park and there will be three performances at 1pm, 2.30pm and 4pm.

There are just 600 tickets available across the three shows and they are available online at www.bwrotary.org or get them through Rotary Club members. Prices are £10 for an adult, £7 for a junior and children under 3 years of age are free. A bargain Family Ticket is available for £30. The proceeds from this event will be donated to Beacon Counselling, who are creating and furnishing a child and young person friendly therapy room and the Valley School to assist with the purchase of some outdoor musical instruments which will be a great sensory addition their play area.

SATURDAY 19TH AUGUST:

CHEADLE HULME MARKET in the shopping centre, held every 3rd Saturday of the month.  These markets raise money for various charities. So far we have raised over £3.700.00 for 3 different charities.  Starts 10am till 4pm. 3 hours free parking.  Also Saturday 16th September 16th.

FRIDAY 25TH TO SUNDAY 27TH AUGUST:

WOODFORD CRICKET CLUB BEER FESTIVAL

Over the August Bank Holiday Weekend. Entry is free and there will be real ales, food and music

PLEASE CHECK MEETING IS ON BEFORE ATTENDING

on the agenda so put the dates in your diary and head on down to Woodford for a great weekend. Event timings are Friday 25th August 6.00 to 11.00pm, Saturday 26th August 12’00 to 11.00pm and Sunday 27th August 12.00 to 9.00pm. Woodford Cricket Club is on Moor Lane, Woodford SK7 1PW and can be reached by the 42B bus service form Cheadle Hulme and Bramhall.

SATURDAY 2ND. SEPTEMBER:

CHEADLE HULME 62ND. ANNUAL SHOW

Official opening at 2.30 by the Rev. Sarah Hancock. 2pm – 4.30pm at Parish Rooms, Church Rd, Cheadle Hulme. Flowers, Vegetables, Fruit, Art, Handicrafts, Cookery and Preserves, Photography and Junior classes. If you are interested in exhibiting in a category, please contact Gill on 0161 485 2269 or Kate 0161 485 4322 for a schedule. REFRESHMENTS AND RAFFLE Admission £1 adults, accompanied children free.

SUNDAY 3RD SEPTEMBER:

HAZEL GROVE ALLOTMENT OPEN DAY

Join the open day at 12.30pm until 4pm on Chester Road & School Street. Fresh Fruit & Veg, Jams & Pickles along with Plants for sale. £1 entry (free for children) Tea, Coffee and Cakes available.

SUNDAY, 10TH SEPTEMBER:

TABLE TOP SALE

At BROOKDALE CLUB, BRIDGE LANE, BRAMHALL, SK7 3AB. £10 PER TABLE. PLEASE CALL 0161 302 2302, OPTION 5 OPEN TO PUBLIC 9.15a.m. to 12 noon.

CHESTER'S CROFT

Surrounded by mature trees and the beautiful Cheshire countryside, Chester's Croft

Residential Park is a private development with an emphasis on a luxury lifestyle

Over 45's

4 plots available

1 show home available Gated and secure community

Well connected with excellent transport links Wonderful countryside walking routes nearby Council Tax Band A

Gold charms bidders in summer of love for jewellery and coins

Golden moments abound at auction but every now and then a result stops you in its tracks. Hansons had reached lot 257 in May’s Antiques and Collectors sale. Under the hammer was an 18ct gold charm bracelet. It held 26 glittering 18ct, 22ct and 24ct gold charms, plus the lot included four loose charms. The hammer fell at £6,100.

Charm bracelet owners may be surprised to know these trinket-rich delights are in such hot demand. But gold is seen as a rock solid investment in shaky economic times.

Lot 258, a 9ct gold charm bracelet with miniature £10 note, slipper, boxer dog, world globe, Scottie dog and poodle, achieved £1,060. It’s not unusual to see charm bracelets exceed £1,000. We have our ancestors to thank for this style of sentimental jewellery. The first charm bracelets were worn by Assyrians, Babylonians, Persians, and Hittites and began appearing from 600-400 BC. The wearing of charms may have begun as a form of amulet or talisman to ward off evil spirits or bad luck.

In the 19th century Queen Victoria’s charm bracelets sparked a fashion among European nobility. She liked to wear them and give them as gifts. When her husband Prince Albert died she made mourning charms popular.

Charm bracelets sell well due to their weight but gold in all its guises is in demand. Unwanted jewellery or coins could give your bank balance a healthy boost.

Other top sellers in Hansons’ summer sales included lot 348, a gent’s vintage Enterna-Matic 3003 18ct gold wristwatch, £2,000, and lot 333, an early 20th century 18ct gold Thomas Russell & Son pocket watch, £1,000. And never underestimate the power of coins. A Charles I gold Unite coin, circa 1625, sold for £2,000. It was found in a dressing table by a client clearing her late aunt’s property. She assumed it must be fake and tossed it into a collection of low value 20th century coins. Thankfully, our expert spotted the golden gem. Worldwide gold prices have risen by 8% in the last three months and nearly 34% over the last year. Economic analysts predict gold prices will continue to rise significantly.

Entries are invited for Hansons’ jewellery sales. Enquiries Helen Smith: hsmith@ hansonsauctioneers.co.uk. Free valuations of antiques, jewellery, dolls and teddies are available at St John’s Knutsford Church Centre, Church Hill, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 6DH. Dates include 30 June, 28 July, 25 August, 29 September, 11am-1pm. To find out more email jrawnsley@hansonsauctioneers.co.uk

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Facebook: HansonsAuctioneersUK

Instagram: hansons_auctioneers

Charm bracelet sold for £6,100

Lot 258 9ct gold charm bracelet sold £1060

19ct gold 348 Gent’s vintage Enterna-Matic 3003 18ct gold wristwatch - sold £2000

19ct gold 348 Gent’s vintage Enterna-Matic 3003 18ct gold wristwatch - sold £2000

Charles I gold Unite circa 1625

ELEVATE YOUR HALLWAY

I’ve been coming up with inventive ways to use that scrappy space under the stairs. Mine was full of coats, plastic bags (like they need their own space now!) and the ironing basket, along with a load of ‘stuff’ that even if I needed it I wouldn’t know where to find it. So let’s relocate some of this and create beauty, making it amazing and useful.

How about a child’s play area? This is such a great idea as not only is it a cool place for the kids and their friends to hang out, it can be used for their toy storage and looks fantastic. You could have bench seating with storage underneath or beanbags and a cupboard built in for it all to be tidied away afterwards. They could have little afternoon tea parties in there with bunting and colourful cushions, or play mini Lego masters with friends. They would love their own space and it might even keep the carnage to that area (we can all hope).

Are all the dog’s bowls and toys getting kicked in the kitchen? Give your gorgeous canine friend their own space to relax. You could have bunk beds for a couple of pooches, a cupboard inside or next to it built in to the angle for all their leads, boxes, toys, coats and your walking gear. Wipe down walls and removeable cushions, even

pull out bowls in a drawer. This can be bespoke to your needs and whims.

Or else a grown up, gorgeous and practical area for what was actually in the understairs cupboard in the first place. Ironing in wicker baskets under a bench to put your shoes on. Coats hung on carefully chosen hooks, maybe some panelling and definitely a storage area

for the ironing board, extension cables and those plastic bags! Please let me know if I can help create this for you, Sharon.

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Composite veneers create the most incredible smile makeovers

Get a Quick, Affordable, Pain-Free Smile Makeover Using Composite Veneers.

Composite veneers are a minimally-invasive type of tooth covering made using composite resin. The composite sits on top of your existing teeth, helping to shape the teeth into a more desirable appearance. They can be used to improve the appearance of natural teeth that have damage, discolouration, irregularly shaped, improperly aligned and can also fix minor chips or cracks in the teeth.

It doesn’t take very long for a dentist to prepare your teeth for application of the veneers, and the veneers are applied there and then, meaning you can get your dream smile in just one visit (following consultations).

Here are two examples of composite veneer cases we have completed recently, where the patients have been unhappy with their chipped, worn, uneven teeth, and the gaps between them. In each case, we placed six composite veneers to get rid of those imperfections and give each patient beautifully straight and even smiles.

Composite veneers create the most amazing smile makeovers at a fraction of the cost of porcelain ones, with NO damage to the natural teeth. And, as they can be done in one visit you can walk away the same day with a brand new, beautiful smile.

To discuss composite veneers, or any other treatment you may be interested in, call us on 0161-486-0743 and book your FREE consultation with one of our smile advisors.

Start creating YOUR dream smile TODAY.

FUNCTIONS AND MEETING ROOMS FOR HIRE

Are you looking for a venue for an upcoming celebration or perhaps a cosy intermit space for a small meeting. Bramhall Golf Club can offer that perfect space. Our Rowbotham suite, with outdoor balcony looking out over the course, can cater for up to 120 guests. With our small meeting room able to cater for up to 12 delegates in comfort (fully air conditioned). With modern facilities and a friendly modern feel to the bar this could be your perfect venue. We offer various packages and menu options with the option to custom your choices to your preference. We would love to help make your occasion one to remember. For further information or booking enquiries please call us on 0161 4396092 or email Officeadmin@bramhallgolfclub.com

Committee Room

What Happens If I Ignore My Hearing Loss or a Relatives’ Hearing Loss?

If you ignore your hearing loss and do not seek appropriate treatment, several potential consequences can arise:

Communication difficulties: Untreated hearing loss can make it challenging to understand conversations, especially in noisy environments. This can lead to misunderstandings, increased frustration, and social isolation. Strained communication can strain relationships with family, friends, and colleagues.

Mental health issues: Hearing loss is linked to an increased risk of mental health problems such as depression, anxiety, and cognitive decline. The strain of struggling to hear can contribute to feelings of sadness, social withdrawal, and reduced quality of life.

Decreased cognitive abilities: Research suggests that untreated hearing loss may be associated with accelerated cognitive decline and an increased risk of developing dementia.

Safety concerns: Hearing loss can affect your ability to detect warning signals, such as alarms, sirens, or approaching vehicles. This can potentially put you at a higher risk of accidents and compromise your safety.

Professional and educational challenges: Untreated hearing loss can hinder your performance at work or in educational settings. It may be difficult to follow instructions, participate in meetings or class discussions, and communicate effectively with colleagues or teachers.

Reduced quality of life: Hearing loss can impact various aspects of your life, leading to a decreased overall quality of life. It can affect your ability to enjoy social activities, music, movies, and other forms of entertainment.

It’s important to note that hearing loss is a progressive condition, meaning it can worsen over time if left untreated. Seeking appropriate treatment, such as hearing aids can help manage hearing loss and mitigate these potential consequences. If you suspect you have hearing loss, or if your relative has hearing loss, it is advisable to consult with a qualified audiologist. Call Hear Pure Cheadle for a FREE hearing evaluation on 01625 403440.

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Aqua Babies

Monday and Wednesday afternoons. Stanley Rd, Cheadle, call 0161 973 1931.

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

Problems with your hearing? Let us help you…

Truly Hearing & Wellbeing is a local familyowned business who reside in the Cheadle area making us highly accessible for home visits and out-of-hours call outs so we can take care of your wellbeing whenever you need us!

Nadeem, our Ear Wax Removal Specialist will take care of any issues you may have with build-up of Ear wax, he has worked in and around the local area for several years providing professional, caring, and safe wellbeing service to our customers.

Book in for your FREE HEARING ASSESSMENT with our local qualified Audiologist for a full hearing test. Our Audiologists are fully trained and well experienced so you can be sure that you are in safe hands.

A complete range of the latest in technology Hearing Aids supplied by Oticon, Starkey, Phonak at discounted prices!

We offer 11 months Interest FREE credit * available on selected Hearing Aids.

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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

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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.

The Great British Sewing Bee

The Great British Sewing Bee is in full swing this summer, and I hope you’re enjoying the shows! This season, there’s a joyful shift towards celebrating West African fashion and embracing the three R’s: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle.

As the fashion industry faces increasing pressure to minimise waste, we’re becoming more aware of our individual impact and the power we have to make a change. We’re making conscious choices, actively supporting stores that prioritise the environment. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by the impending doom, we’re hitting the brakes and discovering the joy of creating a wardrobe filled with easily replicable styles that generate zero waste and pollution. Traditional West African fashion offers us an inspiring blueprint, reminding us of the possibilities.

One delightful way to embrace sustainability and infuse our creations with authenticity is through the use of natural dyes. These dyes, derived from plants, minerals, and even insects, provide a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative to their synthetic counterparts. Indigo, turmeric, beetroot, and madder root are just a few sources that gift us with a vibrant range of colours, impossible to replicate with synthetics. The dyeing process using these natural dyes prioritises environmental sustainability, requiring less water and producing minimal chemical waste.

Indigo, with its deep and rich blue colour, has been cherished for centuries. Derived from the leaves of the Indigofera plant, which grows in various regions across the world, it holds a special place in textile dyeing traditions of cultures like India, Japan, and West Africa. Its unique properties and vibrant hues have made it a beloved choice for creating denim and other fabrics that carry a touch of history and beauty. Lovely!

Embracing natural dyes not only supports a healthier planet but also celebrates the captivating beauty and diversity found in nature’s own colour palette. By integrating these sustainable practices and drawing inspiration from West African fashion, we’re weaving together a wardrobe that not only reflects our personal style but also aligns with our commitment to reducing waste and protecting the environment. So, let’s grab our needles, thread, and enthusiasm, embrace the three R’s, and stitch our way towards a more sustainable, stylish, and brighter future!

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Summer Recipe 2023

Pepper Steak with Garlic Soy sauce butter

This is a great dish either on your bbq or on a griddle pan if the weather doesn’t hold. I made it for 2 but you can easily double the dish. It is from a lovely recipe book about Izakaya the small drinking dens of Japan which serve delicious bites along side beer or sake.

1 tbsp oil

1 300g – 400g rib eye steak at least 1in thick. (Don’t get one from the supermarket they are too thin, go to your local butcher and get him/her to cut it for you)

A very generous amount of freshly ground black pepper

4 tbsp of water

2tbsp good soy sauce (I use Kikkoman –t does make a difference)

1tbsp of sake (drink the rest chilled with your guest of choice)

1tbsp runny honey

20g butter

3 garlic cloves thinly sliced

Get your bbq really really hot (white coals and all that) or your griddle pan really hot

If using a bbq brush the oil on the steak, if your using the griddle pour the oil in.

Season the steak all over with the pepper – be very generous. Lay the steak on the heat and cook it on one side until it is nicely browned (2 – 3 mins) Turn over and cook again til browned (2mins). The steak should be rare but if you like it a bit more done cook for another 2 mins flipping the steak so it cooks evenly. When it is to your liking remove from the heat and let it rest on a chopping board.

If using the pan – remove it from the heat and add the water. If you’ve used the bbq you’ll need to heat up a pan at this stage and then add the water. Add the soy sauce, sake, honey, butter and the garlic and put back on the heat and simmer for 4- 5 minutes unitl the liquid reduces and the garlic infuses into the gravy then remove from the heat. Slice the steak into bite sized cubes about 2cm wide and toss through the pan sauce and serve with some rice and steamed greens.

Sake is quite strong so make sure you drink it slowly whilst enjoying your steak!

MORE THAN SKIN DEEP: THE IMPACT OF SCAR MASSAGE

Scarring affects over 20 million people in the UK, according to a survey by The Scar Free Foundation (2019). Yet the findings reveal that scarring is not talked about enough in our society and there is still a lack of public awareness of the physical – as well as emotional – impact that scarring can have on people.

According to the survey, despite over a third (38%) of the UK population having a scar, it is often a ‘hidden issue’.

As your body heals after surgery or trauma such as fractures or burns, scar tissue forms. Scar tissue is less functional and mobile , adhesions may form, sticking together layers under the skin. Radiotherapy treatment also causes fibrosis. People can experience a wide range of symptoms at or around their scar including:-

v Pain associated with the scar

v Sensitivity or numbness

v Persistent itching

v Reduced /Limited Movement

v Puckering, tightness or ‘stuck tissue’

v Scar Adhesions

v Altered posture/movement

v Deferred pain /discomfort

v Ongoing Inflammation/’Puffiness’

v Abdominal Bloating

v Digestive issues

v Breathing pattern changes

v Fertility/menstrual complications

Scar Massage treatments can help stimulate the scar and underlying tissues. Pain & discomfort are not always felt at the source of the problem, scar massage is a holistic approach combining understanding of any discomfort or pain with assessing movement and mobility across the body as well as directly around the scar -focussing on reducing any issues related to a surgery, trauma or radiotherapy.

n Release Tightness

Scar Therapy can help loosen and release tight scar tissue to reduce discomfort. Treatment can be beneficial on both new and old scars.

n Support Emotional Wellbeing

Gentle therapeutic Touch can be a powerful way to aid emotional recovery and accept changes after a surgery or accident

n Stimulate and Boost Healing

Scar massage & Lymphatic Drainage Massage are often recommended by surgeons to promote optimum scar healing after surgery and may minimise long term complications.

n Help Restricted Mobility

By reducing tightness and encouraging mobility between the layers of the skin, fascia and muscle, range of movement can improve.

n Reduce Sensitivity and Pain

Trapped nerves and irritated scar tissue can be a factor to prolonged discomfort. Therapeutic touch may decrease pain and help normalise sensitivity

Every scar comes with a story and the aftereffects of having a scar can include physical and emotional pain and distress. If you’re starting to experience symptoms at or around your scar, the best action is to seek early intervention. Scar Therapy treatment in the first 6 months after surgery is really helpful, but if you are living with symptoms from a historic injury or surgery it’s never too late to seek help and benefit from scar therapy.

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RENTING YOUR HOME, A ROOM IN YOUR HOME, OR RENTING YOUR HOME TO HOLIDAY MAKERS

With summer upon us, everyone will be thinking about their annual holidays, so running an Airbnb business or guesthouse can be a great way to earn some extra money. In this article I will look at some of the reliefs available for renting your home or a part of it.

If you are letting your entire home to guests, then you are running a property business and will have to declare your rental income to HMRC on an annual personal tax return. You are allowed to deduct expenses from your rental income to arrive at the amount you will be taxed on. The most common expenses which you can deduct from your rental income will be any mortgage interest and a portion of your household bills such as gas and electricity, Council Tax, and insurance. You will also be able to claim relief for the costs of replacing domestic items (such as beds and microwaves) used in your property business.

If you are only letting part of your home to guests (a spare bedroom say), then Rent-a-Room relief will apply. This allows you to earn up to £7,500 in rental income tax free each year where the accommodation is provided in a person’s only or main home. If your rental income is more than £7,500, you can choose to either deduct your actual expenses from your rental income, or alternatively, simply be taxed on the amount of rental income over £7,500. So, for example, if you earn £10,000 in rental income in the tax year, you can deduct your actual expenses to arrive at your taxable profits, or simply deduct £7,500 and only pay tax on £2,500.

If your property business counts as a furnished holiday let, then there are some other useful reliefs to be claimed. There are several requirements related to the occupation and availability of the property which have be satisfied to meet the furnished holiday let conditions. Once these conditions are met,

then you can claim tax relief for the initial cost of domestic items (rather than just claiming tax relief as and when they are replaced). Another benefit of meeting the furnished holiday let conditions is that when you come to sell the property, if there is any capital gains tax due on the property from the rental business, the rate of tax is only 10%, (broadly 10% on the difference between original cost plus purchase expenses: and selling price less selling expenses).

As mentioned above, one thing to be aware of if you are thinking of renting out part of your home is capital gains tax. If someone sells their main residence, they usually don’t have to pay any tax at all as it is covered by the principal private residence (PPR) relief. However, if they are running a rental business in their home, the gain on the part of the home that relates to the rental business will not qualify for principal private residence relief. The gain on the part of the home that relates to the rental business may be covered by other exemptions and reliefs, but if not, it will be subject to Capital Gains Tax at 18% or even 28%.

Renting out your entire home, a room in your home, or renting out your home to holiday makers can each be a useful source of income, but it is important that you speak to an accountant first to consider your specific circumstances and what reliefs you can claim and if there are could be any unintended consequences when you come to sell the property.

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

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THE TRUTH WILL SET YOU FREE THIS SUMMER

The above, now (very) famous quote, adopted by many academic institutions around the world today, is originally from the Bible, John 8:32 to be precise.

Whilst its original meaning is not important for this article, it is interesting to note how the meaning of this, or any phrase can be adapted to fit any situation, or any needs. Originally this was said to be Jesus telling Jewish people who did not believe in him and his teachings that if they did, they would know the truth and would be set free [from their sins].

A more modern interpretation of this statement could simply be to observe that untruths, deception or lies can eat away at a person over time. It takes many more lies to maintain a single lie, and at any point the guard can slip, this tightrope is not an easy one to tread and it can be very draining and complex. The truth, whilst difficult sometimes to express, is liberating and simple to exist around once it is out there.

There are a great many more brilliant quotes on truth, and a couple are below with short explanations:

“The truth is incontrovertible. Malice may attack it, ignorance may deride it, but in the end, there it is.”

Written by Winston Churchill in his war memoirs. A stark reminder that the truth will always win in the end because it is indestructible, independent and ultimately undeniable. Anyone concealing anything with lies must always worry that one day the truth will emerge.

“A lie cannot live” - Martin Luther King Jr. simply stating that lies cannot exist forever, whereas the truth can and will.

This concept can be demonstrated by considering all the untruths about the world that have existed; The flat earth theories, the one about the sun and stars orbiting the earth, believing that sacrificing people would make crops grow better… These beliefs were temporary because they weren’t true. However, If you destroyed every scientific textbook in the world and made up stories about existence again in their place; before too long, every scientific text book would be back, more or less the same. This is because

they tell the truth, science is simply explaining what already is there. The context I have given on the truth here is needed in order to deal with the following questions most effectively, which are your homework… but don’t worry, I won’t be collecting it in and marking it, it’s just for you! (Please scribble away!)

Are you being honest with yourself in all aspects of your life?

Are you being honest right now with the people around you in your life about how you are doing, how things are going for you, and how you are feeling?

If not (to either or both of the above), why not? And how could you start to address this?. Are you getting the most you can out of this summer? It has already started incase you haven’t noticed.

How many summers do you have left in your life? A clue is that life expectancy in the UK is around 80. So for me, who is approaching 40, I have seen around half of the summers I will ever see…

Given the above sobering reality, how are you going to make this summer one you will never forget.

We only get one chance at life. Being totally honest with yourself, and remembering that the truth will set you free, are you living a life you can be proud of? Are you living up to your potential? Are you making memories that will be far more important than anything else when your summers are running out?

It is time for home truths this summer, and remember, a lie cannot live, so be honest and take action once you have confronted the truth and been liberated, you will not regret it.

Enjoy the summer, you only get this one once.

POSITIVE PAST MEMORIES

We all have our own unique life history, and it is our memory that records, stores, and retrieves these life experiences. When we reminisce, we share these life experiences, they are our stories from the past. We have both short-term and long-term memories enabling us to recall things from our recent past and things from many years ago. Typically, a person with dementia is more able to recall things from many years ago than recent memories which is why reminiscing about positive events can bring a sense of joy and happiness. We can also stimulate memories from all our senses, this is particularly important for people with dementia. Looking at an old photograph, an object to touch, a song to listen to even a smell or taste can take someone back in time often to a very specific memory.

A great example of this was shared on the Good News Network recently. A veteran of World War II, with dementia, got to relive his career by riding in a retro ambulance and donning the old uniform which opened the floodgates of precious memories. Albert Gibbs, who worked on ambulances in London for a quarter-century, was visited by two paramedics in a 1960s ambulance, wearing familiar grey uniforms. They were dispatched to a care home in Essex where Gibbs lives, so the great-grandfather could relive his days as a medic.

Paramedics Craig Henty and Terence Thomson drove up in an original 1967 Morris Wadhams ambulance, complete with period uniforms, that

instantly took Albert right back to the old days when he was based in East London. “I wore the same uniform and the same hat,” Albert exclaimed, as his memories sparked details.

“I recognize your badge. It’s from the north-east sector, where I used to work. I was stationed at Ilford, but sometimes also worked in Romford.” He also recalled some important moments from his 25-year career, saying, “I delivered five babies and saved a person who fell under a train. Elaine, Albert’s daughter, said: “That was a huge part of my dad’s life – it was moving to help him relive it. As he talked and engaged, more memories were coming out.”

If you have a friend, loved one or neighbour with dementia and sometime struggle to connect focus on positive memories from the past, the experience doesn’t have to be as extravagant as Albert’s, just listening to a favourite song or looking through a photo album together can have real benefits.

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HOW PILATES BENEFITS CYCLISTS

51% of adult cyclists in the UK ride for recreation, health, and fitness. This statistic highlights the fact that cycling is not only a great way to get around, but also a great way to stay active and healthy. It also shows that cycling is becoming increasingly popular among adults in the UK, which is a positive sign for the future of cycling in the country.

Training for cycling has been traditionally very simple; the more miles the better! But could the introduction of Pilates help the cyclist?

The answer to this is a resounding yes – at both an elite level, and also for someone who is using their bike to get to work or for health benefits.

For any cyclist improving efficiency is key – the more power they can produce with less effort, the faster they can travel for longer.

It is easy to spot a tiring cyclist – as fatigue sets in their effort becomes less and less efficient, and as they pedal, their bodies will start to roll from side to side on their bikes. In contrast, riders who are still moving efficiently will have their legs turning the pedals smoothly whilst their head, shoulders and body remain still and secure, in doing so they are wasting less energy to propel the bike.

Clearly, the longer a cyclist is able to maintain good form on the bike, the more efficiently they will use their energy, and the further and faster they can go.

What are the benefits of Pilates for Cyclists?

Pilates targets the core muscles that help stabilise the rider on the bike, keeping the spine in a stable position whilst the limbs move. By improving their core strength, cyclists can increase their power output. An increase in core strength also improves balance and therefore bike handling – always an advantage in both performance and safety.

It is not just through the core where performance gains can be found. Pilates also encourages improved limb alignment when moving. Again, the key here is improved stability. Making the movement more stable improves the movement pattern in the leg, stopping the knees and feet from turning or twisting during the pedal stroke. This delivers significant benefits in both force production and efficiency and – equally important – also helps protect against potential knee or ankle injuries.

Another advantage of using Pilates for resistance training is that it will improve muscle strength without increasing bulk, allowing cyclists to improve their power to weight ratio.

Last but not least, Pilates is known for its ability to improve flexibility and posture, so it’s a great way to redress some of the postural and muscular tightness and imbalances that cycling inevitably brings. Cyclists tend to suffer from tight hip flexors, necks and upper backs, caused by being hunched forward over the frame. Pilates will help stretch, strengthen and lengthen these muscles, and help to avoid injury.

Given most cyclists’ obsession about getting their bikes as light and strong as possible, perhaps it’s time more of them thought about their bodies in the same way, and start improving their speed, efficiency and endurance whilst warding off injury by introducing Pilates to their cycling regimen.

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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