SK Cheadle Hulme & Cheadle February 2024 by SE Magazines

Issue 80 February / March 2024

Cheadle Hulme & Cheadle

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This month Welcome to 2024 and the February / March issue of SK Cheadle Hulme & Cheadle. Although Valentine’s Day is coming soon, we still have a couple more weeks of dark afternoons before spring arrives. With that in mind I’ve noticed a lot of bins been left out after collection day. In the winter months It’s like an open invite to burglars that you or your neighbour are not in, so if you get the chance pop the bins on their drive and out of sight. We are delighted this month to introduce Kevin Pratt to our SK writing team. Kevin has over 40 years’ experience in the gardening world and I’m sure our readers are going to love his column. So, if gardening is your thing why not skip over to page 14 and give it a read. With loads events and great articles to catch up with, why not grab yourself a brew and enjoy the read. All the best.

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RESTORATION TREASURE

I’ve found some amazing furniture, old metal signs, collections of picture frames to spray up. I’ve also repurposed some oars into coat hooks and I’m wondering what to do with some old wooden stepladders that were left in

ld stuff, tired stuff, damaged stuff, especially where furniture is concerned is treasure, not trash in my eyes. I think of the life it used to have, the times it used to live in, and it feels magical to me. They say ‘if the walls could talk’ which can hold true to gorgeous pieces re-imagined for your home too. There’s always something utterly fabulous that catches my eye in restoration yards. If you need a fireplace, a door or maybe some kitchen stools then definitely look to invest in something unusual that’s had a previous life. Nobody else will own it, there’s often a tactile beauty to love, and it will probably last a lifetime. Alternatively, pick up an old wooden window frame and make it into a mirror, a picture frame, a towel rack positioned with brackets holding it off the wall. Some old bed springs could be attached to the bedroom wall with photos, ribbons and dried flowers slotted in. A simple old suitcase becomes a practical storage vessel and coffee table simply by adding legs and cleaning it up. I wonder what our new versions with bright pink plastic outers, wheels and extendable handles will become in a few more years?

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Contents Welcome - Page 3 Events / News - Pages 5,6 ,8, 10 & 34 Wellbeing Pilates – Page 12 Garden Talk – Page 14 Food & Drink – Page 16 Club News – Page 18 Children’s Activities - Pages 21 & 24 Health & Wellbeing – Page 26 Financial Matters – Page 28 Community Care – Page 30 Under the Hammer – Page 32 Mind Matters – Page 36 Community Index – Page 38 Interior Design - 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 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? If you enjoy playing music and would like to join a friendly orchestra, please contact: Rosemary 01625 529313 or Lawrence 01625 572324. 7.45pm 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 MONDAY: BRAMHALL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY

EVERY TUESDAY: CHEADLE HULME LIBRARY STORYTIME

Presentations, Workshop’s, Competitions. 7.15pm. Bramhall Village Centre, Lumb Lane. New members welcome. Email: info.bramhallps@ gmail.com www.bramhallps.org

EVERY TUESDAY: HEALD GREEN COMMUNITY CHOIR

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

Tel: 0161 217 6009 Email: cheadlehulme.library@stockport.gov.uk

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

FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: CHESHIRE LADIES LUNCHEON CLUB Delicious lunch at The Pinewood Hotel, Handforth. 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

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PLEASE CHECK MEETING IS ON BEFORE ATTENDING 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

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

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

EVERY TUESDAY 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 1.45 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-1pm serving breakfast and lunches. All Hallows Church, allhallows.cheadle@gmail. com Tel: 0161 428 9121 www.allhallows-church.org.uk

EVERY WEDNESDAY EVENING: BALLROOM & LATIN AMERICAN DANCE CLASSES Contact Adrian 07709 910256

EVERY WEDNESDAY: TODDLERS

EVERY SECOND AND THIRD TUESDAY: CHEADLE HULME TOWNS WOMEN GUILD

Contact: 0161 485 1605 for details

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)

call Cliff on 01625 527204 www.thelaurencesingers.org.uk

2ND AND LAST TUESDAYS OF THE MONTH: NIMBLE FINGERS CRAFT GROUP For more details call Liz on 07967 182641

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EVERY WEDNESDAY: THE LAURENCE SINGERS EVERY WEDNESDAY: STOCKPORT ART GUILD Art Session (varied) Stockport Quaker Meeting House 7pm www.stockportartguild.com contact@stockportartguild.com

PLEASE CHECK MEETING IS ON BEFORE ATTENDING 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: 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 THURSDAY: BRAMHALL COMMUNITY CHOIR+. An advanced a cappella group. Thursday 11am-12pm term time, Bramhall URC.

EVERY THURSDAY: MODERN LINE DANCE CLASS 1.30 to 3pm at Bramhall Methodist Church, £4 each, Everyone welcome, contact Ann Robinson 07855015365

EVERY THURSDAY: STOCKPORT ART GUILD Life Drawing. Stockport Art Gallery 7pm www.stockportartguild.com contact@stockportartguild.com

EVERY THURSDAY: LADYBROOK SINGERS A friendly choir singing a varied upper voice repertoire. 7.30-9.45pm in the Narthex at Norbury Parish Church, SK7 4RF www.ladybrooksingers. com email: ladybrooksingers@gmail.com

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

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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

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EVERY OTHER FRIDAY OF THE MONTH: BEST FOOT FORWARD WALKS

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

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

EVERY FRIDAY: FRIENDLY FRIDAYS

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

EVERY THIRD FRIDAY OF THE MONTH: STOCKPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETY 7.45pm at Stockport Sunday School, Nangreave Road SK2 6DQ. Contact: Peter 0161 485 2415

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PLEASE CHECK MEETING IS ON BEFORE ATTENDING 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

SATURDAY 27TH JANUARY 7.30PM STOCKPORT TOWN HALL: FANTASTIQUE? MAGNIFIQUE! Stockport Symphony Orchestra conducted by Robert Guy play an all-French programme. Dukas La Peri: Fanfare

EVERY FRIDAY: BRAMHALL COMMUNITY CHOIR

Ravel Pavane pour une infante defunte

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.

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EVERY FRIDAY: CHEADLE HULME AL-ANON GROUP.

FRIDAY 2ND FEBRUARY: FRIENDS OF HESKETH PARK QUIZ NIGHT & SUPPER

Run by and for the families of alcoholics. Please phone the Helpline 0800 0086 811 for a Group contact number. 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

Debussy La Mer Tickets £15, Concessions £13, Full time students up to 21 £5, accompanied children under 16 free of charge www.ticketsource.co.uk/sso For more details see www.stockportsymphony.co.uk

7:45pm at The Conservative Club, Mellor Road, Cheadle Hulme Tickets £12.50 Price includes Quiz, Supper & Dessert (Vegetarian options available). Cash Bar & Raffle tickets sold on the night. All tickets must be purchased in advance call Jenni 0161 485 8682, Phyl 0161 485 7306 or Jill 07824 367 570. Email: Heskethparkfriends@gmail.com www.facebook.com/FriendsofHeskethPark/

EVERY SATURDAY: STOCKPORT ART GUILD Portraiture. Stockport Art Gallery 10.30am www.stockportartguild.com contact@stockportartguild.com.

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

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SATURDAY 3RD FEBRUARY: AMARETTI CHAMBER ORCHESTRA This afternoon concert features Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf and Beethoven’s Violin Concerto. Tickets £12 adults, £5 students and under 19’s FREE. Ticketsource.co.uk/amaretti-chamberorchestra or call 07773 496210. 3pm at St Andrew’s Church, Cheadle Road, Cheadle Hulme. SK8 5ET. In aid of Together Trust.

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PILATES FOR REHABILITATION Nothing feels more debilitating than getting injured. At first, you can feel defeated due to the ‘inconvenience’ on your plans and lifestyle. On the flip side, it could be the start of a tremendous journey of re-discovery, new plans, and strength not yet experienced before. What Causes Injuries? In general, there are two ways in which injuries occur. An acute injury is a single blunt force or a traumatic event such as a fall or collision that can result in fractures, dislocations, breaks, or sprains. Overuse injuries are usually subtle and occur over time from misalignment, poor form, and/or repetitive movements that cause an imbalance in the body. Many weekend warriors that primarily sit all week and then go hardcore with an extreme sport and no cross-training end up with injuries. The most common injuries are to the wrist, back, shoulder, hips and knees. Whether recovering from a pulled muscle in the lower back or hip surgery, learning to connect to your core will improve your quality of life so that you can learn to move more effectively and with less pain in the long run. Why Pilates? Pilates is an excellent way to prepare the body for everyday activities as well as for sports or other strenuous forms of exercise and is recommended by PT’s and doctors due to its therapeutic nature. It’s a whole-body exercise that promotes agility, strength, and good posture. A healthy body requires both mobility and stability and Pilates meets those needs. Pilates exercises can be modified to meet the injured clients’ needs in their current state. If the injured client is in acute pain there are plenty of exercises/modifications to work around the

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affected area creating strength and support. Pilates can alleviate aspects of the psychological toll an injury places on an individual. If you bring full attention to the exercise and do it with full commitment, you will obtain maximum value from it. As a result, the injured client feels they play an integral role in their healing. A consistent Pilates practice gives you strength from the inside out. It aligns and balances the Musculoskeletal system, increases bone density, and improves balance and range of motion. Pilates enhances proprioception, (knowing/sensing where you are in space) which improves self-awareness. All of this equals a body with improved reflexes and balance which in turn aids in preventing falls and/or injuries that stem from overuse or repetitive actions. It’s important that you find a qualified Pilates instructor with training and experience for dealing with injuries and rehabilitation. When injured, the conventional Pilates repertoire is not suitable as modifications are necessary. Overall, Pilates with a qualified instructor is a safe and progressive method on the journey of rehabilitation. 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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Garden Talk

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

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

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Winter Recipe I went to a fabulous Vietnamese/Cambodian restaurant in Stockport the other day. It’s called the Mekong Cat and it’s on Underbank. Anyway it was brilliant – not flashy but really good wholesome food. It inspired me to try out some recipes and this one came to mind for this publication. I will try making Pho but the broth recipe is quite daunting.

Fry the aubergine in the oil until golden brown set the aubergine aside and drain off all the oil. Put the aubergine back into the pan and cover with boiling water. Give it a gentle stir and then drain off the water. This takes away much of the excess oil – aubergines are very thirsty for oil.

This will also suit those who are cutting out/down on meat for the new year.

Put all the ingredients back into the pan and cook for 5 minutes until the sauce has gone deliciously thick and sticky.

Vietnamese Aubergine – Serves 4.

Serve sprinkled with sesame seeds and steamed Jasmine Rice and enjoy.

1 large or 2 small aubergines cut into 4 lengthways. Large splash of vegetable oil 500ml of boiling water 2 tbsp good quality soy sauce (I like Kikkoman) 2 tsp soft brown sugar 1 tsp hot paprika powder Pepper 4 spring onions finely chopped. Try to keep as much of the green leaves as possible. 16 | SKCheadle Hulme & Cheadle - February/March 2024

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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 10.30 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 children@standrewscheadlehulmeorg.uk

My Sen Den

Inclusive Sensory Stay & Play – on the 1st Tuesday of the month 10.30-12 at Benja Fold, Bramhall. Different sensory toys each session for fine and gross motor fun. Email for more information and to book. E: info@mysenden.co.uk W: www.mysenden. co.uk

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.

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Life Changing Dental Treatment

ental implants offer a fixed solution for missing or failing teeth. Unlike dentures, they feel just like your own teeth and as they are not removable, they give patients the freedom to enjoy foods that are difficult to eat when wearing dentures. A dental implant is a titanium post that acts as a prosthetic tooth root surgically placed into the jawbone. We use medical-grade titanium because it’s strong and light, but also because it has the ability to fuse with living bone. Once the implant has fused with the surrounding bone tissue, it can be used as a foundation for a replacement tooth secured to the top of the dental implant. It can also support multiple implants such as bridges or dentures. Implants can be used to replace all of a patient’s missing or failing teeth in what we call an all-onfour procedure where patients have all their teeth removed and replaced with implants the very same day, giving them a ‘same day smile’ where they walk away with a brand new smile in just one day. For natural-looking and secure replacement teeth, patients visit us for dental implants from near and far. After the implants are placed, patients find that their eating and speaking ability has improved significantly, along with their confidence to smile again. That’s why dental implants are the gold standard for missing teeth replacement. As you can see from these amazing smile transformations, dental implants significantly improve the appearance and functionality of a person’s smile, and can even take years off their appearance. If you would like to know more about dental implants, or if you would like to explore other treatments we offer, then call us on 0161-486-0743 and book in for your complementary consultation at our multi-award winning, state of the art dental clinic today. SCAN HERE TO

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Toddlers

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

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

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

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

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

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 10.30 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.

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

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

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.

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PELVIC HEALTH PHYSIOTHERAPY

aginal prolapse is a condition where the pelvic organs, such as the bladder, uterus, or rectum, descend into the vaginal canal due to weakened pelvic floor muscles. Physiotherapy plays a crucial role in managing and alleviating the symptoms associated with vaginal prolapse. Physiotherapists specialising in pelvic floor rehabilitation employ a personalised approach to address the unique needs of each patient. Initially, a comprehensive assessment is conducted to determine the severity of the prolapse and identify contributing factors. This assessment includes a thorough examination of pelvic muscle strength, coordination, and overall function. Pelvic floor exercises, also known as Kegel exercises, form a fundamental component of physiotherapy for vaginal prolapse. These exercises aim to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles, providing support to the organs and improving overall pelvic stability. A physiotherapist guides patients in performing these exercises correctly and monitors progress over time. In addition to targeted exercises, physiotherapy may involve biofeedback techniques. This technology helps patients visualize their pelvic floor muscle activity, enhancing awareness and control. Electrical stimulation is another modality that can be employed to activate and strengthen the pelvic muscles. Education is a key aspect of physiotherapy for vaginal prolapse. Patients learn about lifestyle modifications, proper body mechanics,

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and strategies to avoid activities that could exacerbate the condition, such as constipation. Weight management and dietary advice may also be provided to reduce pressure on the pelvic floor. Physiotherapy for vaginal prolapse is not only about strengthening muscles but also addressing associated symptoms. Techniques such as manual therapy and stretches may be utilised to relieve discomfort and improve flexibility. Patients are encouraged to communicate openly with their physiotherapist to ensure a holistic and patient-centered approach. In conclusion, physiotherapy is a valuable and non-invasive option for managing vaginal prolapse. Through a combination of exercises, education, and therapeutic techniques, physiotherapists empower individuals to regain control over their pelvic health, ultimately improving their quality of life. A recently updated booklet for patients is available via the Pelvic, Obstetric and Gynaecological physiotherapy website. www.thepogp.co.uk

Dee Woodcock. MCSP, MPOGP, HCPC Reg. Pelvic health Physiotherapist Working in Bramhall osteopathic Practice.

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TAX YEAR END PLANNING

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

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

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

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LASTING POWERS OF ATTORNEY (LPAS)

lients often ask for information regarding Last Powers of Attorney (LPAs). We asked Carl Chapman, Solicitor, from Thompson Chapman Solicitors to explain the difference between a Finance and Health LPA, how they are used and why people might choose to consider them.

as your medical care, social activities and even where you live. When setting up the LPA, you will also have to consider whether to give your attorney the authority to make decisions about life- saving treatment. Unlike an LPA for financial decisions, your attorney can only use this LPA if you no longer have mental capacity.

A power of attorney is a legal document and is an effective way of giving someone you trust the legal authority to make decisions on your behalf.

Importantly, if you lose mental capacity and don’t have this type of LPA in place, any decisions about your health or care will be made by healthcare professionals. Whilst they might consult your family when deciding what is in your best interests the final decision lies with them in the absence of an LPA.

There are two types of Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) One for making financial decisions and another for making health and care decisions. Each LPAis separate and distinct from the other. You can set up LPAs for both types of decisions or for just one of them. An LPA for health and care decisions can only be used if you lose mental capacity. An LPA for financial decisions can however be used while you still have mental capacity. You need to consider if you want the LPA for financial decisions to be effective immediately or only after you have lost capacity. You can cancel an LPA at any time while you have mental capacity by writing to your attorney or attorneys and the Office of the Public Guardian advising them of your decision. If you create an LPA dealing with financial decisions this gives your attorney the authority to make all decisions about your finances and property unless you limit their authority by including specific instructions when setting it up. If you create an LPA for health and care your attorney can make decisions about things such

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It is possible to create an LPA yourself either by obtaining paper application forms from the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) or you can create an LPA online. Alternatively, you can employ the services of a solicitor. You can appoint as many attorneys as you like, you can also specify that attorneys must act jointly for specific decisions, such as selling a house, but they can act jointly and separately for all other decisions.

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Finds touch my heart and bring history to life A love for history drew me to the world of antiques and collectables and a job I love. For example, the October Toy A new year of discoveries beckons and, as I look back at 2023, so many Poppy and card sent to Mrs Bowen from have touched her husabnd, James, in circa 1915 my heart. I was particularly struck by a poppy sent from a soldier from the WW1 battlefields to his darling wife in Stockport. He never made it back. That humble flower together with his medals and service records were all she had left to nurse a broken heart. I always say every object tells a story, none more so than the shirt worn by Sir Bobby Charlton in the 1966 World Cup semi-final. It sold to an international buyer for nearly £60,000. As a football fan, it was a huge privilege to oversee its auction. But sometimes it’s the smallest of things, not of particularly great value, that stir the emotions. A worn by tiny 14th century child’s Sir BobbyShirt Charlton in the 1966 right shoe, found in World Cup semi-final against Portugal waterlogged conditions in York, represented the very essence of hardship. The medieval find was bent, battered and worn. It was part of a childhood clogs collection treasured by the mother of antiques expert Eric Knowles, my personal hero. My respect for Eric runs deep

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and I was delighted when he joined Hansons as a consultant valuer in 2023. Sadly, he lost his mother, June, a proud Lancastrian, in April 2023 at the age of 88. He decided to honour her love of social history by parting with her clog collection amassed over 40 years. For her, the footwear provided a stark reminder of the poverty and living conditions faced by our ancestors. She kept them in shallow-glazed table cabinets. June collected objects that reflected the social history of Lancashire Charles Hanson with English child’s and the North medieval shoe sold for £320 West. Her clogs focused on small children, on average aged between two and three. At a time when infant mortality was high, sometimes these examples of footwear were a child’s one and only pair of clogs. During the Industrial Revolution (c.1760-1840) and beyond, clogs became common place as workers needed strong, cheap footwear. Men, women and children wore clasped clogs, particularly from the 1840s to 1920s. Though traditionally associated with Lancashire, they were worn all over the country. Sometimes children wore them but never owned them. They were lent to children whose families could not afford to buy shoes. However, the history of poverty stretches back much further. That worn medieval shoe represented a child’s difficult life centuries ago. It walked tall at auction, achieving £320 from a £100-£200 guide. It survives to remind us of poverty and endurance.

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PLEASE CHECK MEETING IS ON BEFORE ATTENDING FRIDAY 9TH FEBRUARY: CHEADLE HULME GARDENING SOCIETY Talk by Bill Woods, owner of Blackbrook Herb Gardens, Wilmslow, a small Specialist nursery growing a range of herbs and wild flowers. Talk starts at 7.30pm, Parish Rooms, Church Rd, Cheadle Hulme SK8 7JB. Refreshments and Raffle. Members £3, Non Members £4 www.cheadlehulmegardeningandshowsoc.org.uk T:- Kate 01614854322

SATURDAY 24TH FEBRUARY: STOCKPORT TOWN HALL: BOHEMIAN RHAPSODIC Stockport Symphony Orchestra conducted by Robin Wallington play: Bruckner Symphonic Prelude, Elgar In the South, Kodaly Dances of Gallanta, Dvorak Symphony No 8. Tickets £15, Concessions £13, Full time students up to 21 £5, accompanied children under 16 free of charge. 7.30pm. www.ticketsource.co.uk/sso For more details see www.stockportsymphony.co.uk

SATURDAY 9 MARCH 2024 – CHESHIRE CHORALE

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

SATURDAY 23RD MARCH 7.30PM STOCKPORT TOWN HALL: BRUCH VIOLIN CONCERTO

Stockport Symphony Orchestra plays an evening of sumptuous melodies under the baton of Robert Guy. Mahler Blumine, Bruch Violin Concerto No 1, Mahler Symphony No 4. Soloists: Callum Smart Violin, Lucy Farrimond Soprano. Tickets £15, Concessions £13, Full time students up to 21 £5, accompanied children under 16 free of charge www.ticketsource.co.uk/sso For more details see www.stockportsymphony.co.uk

MONDAY 22ND - SAT 27TH APRIL (INCLUDING MATINEE): ANYTHING GOES! (2022 REVISION)

WEDNESDAY 6TH - SAT 9TH MARCH: THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES

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Brookdale Theatre Presents this great work by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. A wonderfully barking spoof adapted from the one of the world’s greatest detective stories. Fast-paced comedy. http://www.thebrookdaleclub.com

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

SATURDAY 27 APRIL 2024 – CHESHIRE SINFONIA

CHEADLE HULME MARKET Thank you for supporting our charity markets during 2023. Together we have raised £11,125.64. Without local support the markets wouldn’t go ahead. Our next market is Saturday March 16th 10am till 4pm . Held in Cheadle Hulme Shopping Centre. 3 hours free parking. Come along and see what lovely stalls we have as well as supporting the local retailers.

LIST OF DATES FOR 2024 March 16th, April 20th, May 18th, June 15th, July 20th, August 17th, September 21st, October 19th, November 16th and December 14th.

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Mindset Advice

PRESS RESET NOT EJECT - BUT MAKE THIS THE LAST TIME As we near the end of January and enter February, you will have been exposed many times to the usual level of guilt tripping and shaming about the need to re-invent yourself or find a “new you”. Maybe you need to clear the cupboards, stop eating, stop drinking, hit the gym every day, “be consistent”… Basically, make a huge number of changes, all at once, or else you’re a failure, and it can be entirely overwhelming and the opposite of helpful. So I prefer to avoid all that, and find February, along with the other 10 subsequent months of the year are a much better time for reflection and change (ie anything but January!). I work with many people for specific reasons such as anxiety, phobias, depression, PTSD, insomnia and also many people as a life coach for more general reasons such as lifestyle change or improving motivation and confidence. Every single solution to every single problem however, no matter how big or small it may be, has to be unique and client focused, it has to start with YOU and no one else, and no solution requires that it begins in the month of January. There is no generic application of what is and isn’t right, and if running / hitting the gym every day and eating green slime worked for someone, that’s amazing, but you can’t necessarily expect it to be your solution too, the chances of it being so in fact are infinitely small. It is simply because, as my old economics professor used to say… People are different. One solution will not fit all people. So, there you have it, it doesn’t matter how many times we reset, we have to make sure that

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we are doing the right things for us afterwards and not simply resetting and hoping for a different result, following the crowd, or trying the latest fad... It just doesn’t work. If our approach of January strictness hasn’t worked before for example, why would it work now? So maybe we need to detach from the January madness once and for all and vow never again to subscribe to it. So, in contemplation of this, and in search of the right solution for us, the one thing that we are not going to do is press the eject button on ourselves, where we abandon our goals entirely, abandon our dreams and desires both personally and professionally. Ot is okay to have them, it is critical to keep these safe in fact, otherwise we will end up dissatisfied or discontent with our life and even resentful one day. If we have to press the reset button now and again though, then so be it. It doesn’t matter what month of the year it is either, just make sure this is the last time you do! Do this by thinking smarter not harder, thinking outside the box, working out what works for you, and if you need help or guidance in this, work with a capable coach to support you in designing your own unique solution. You will get there, and don’t give up.

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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.

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

Cheadle Library Ashfield Road Cheadle SK8 1BB E: cheadle.library@stockport. gov.uk T: 0161 217 6009 Opening Hours Monday 10 – 5pm. Tuesday & Thursday 10 - 7pm, WEDNESDAY CLOSED, Friday 10 – 5pm Saturday 10 – 4 pm

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) www.mary-robinson.org.uk Local Councillors Cheadle East & Cheadle Hulme North Yvonne Guariento (Lab) 07704 446043 Jilly Julian (Lib. Dem) 07537 874318 David Mellor (Lab) 07881586811 Cheadle Hulme South Helen Foster-Grime (Lib. Dem) 0161 439 4010 Keith Holloway (Lib. Dem) 07881 386347 Mark Hunter (Lib. Dem) 0161 486 0334 Cheadle & Gatley Graham Greenhaigh (Lib. Dem) 07925 989168 Ian Hunter (Lib. Dem) 07939 501557 Tom Morrison (Lib. Dem) 07398 676809

Opening Hours Monday 10am – 6pm. Tuesday 10am - 2pm, Wednesday 1pm - 4pm Thursday CLOSED Friday 10am – 5pm, Saturday 10am – 2pm Sunday CLOSED Cheadle Hulme Post Office 28 Mellor Road Cheadle Hulme SK8 5AU 0161 485 1357 Opening Hours 9–5.30pm Monday to Friday, 9–12.30pm Saturday Church Road Post Office 25 Church Road Cheadle Hulme SK8 7JD 0161 485 3463 Opening Hours 7-7pm Mon – Friday, 7-1pm Sat & Sun

Cheadle 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)

Cheadle Hulme Health Centre Smithy Green Hulme Hall Road, Cheadle Hulme SK8 6LU Tel: 0161 426 5844

Adshall Road Medical Practice 97 Adshall Road, Cheadle. SK8 2JN Tel: 0161 491 2292

Cheadle Hulme Medical Group Bridge House Medical Centre 11 Ladybridge Road Cheadle Hulme Cheadle SK8 5LL Tel: 0161 983 5300

Dentist Cheadle High Street Dental Practice 9a High Street, Cheadle, Cheshire, SK8 1AX Tel: 0161 491 1936

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