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This month
Food & Drink
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Malay Style
Simon Hemsley
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Contents
Welcome - Page 3
Events / News - Pages 5,6 ,10 & 12
Food & Drink – Page 14
Under the Hammer – Page 16
Interior Design – Page 18
Children’s Activities - Pages 21 & 24
Club News – Page 26
Financial Matters – Page 28
Charity News – Page 30
Community Care - Page 32
Health & Wellbeing – Page 34
In Stitches – Page 36
Community Index – Page 38
Wellbeing Pilates – Page 40
Ad Index - Page 42
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Malay style Roast chicken found this whilst perusing my ridiculously, stupidly large recipe book collection – I’m a bit obsessed with cookery books. Anyway it looked delicious and not too complicated so invited Jonny round and cooked it for the three of us. would say that the recipe says it does for 6 but there was nothing left after the three of us went at it. You definitely need to wear disposable gloves for this recipe – I ended up with yellow hands for two days after. 4cm piece of fresh turmeric – in the herb area – peeled and roughly chopped. (You can substitute for 1 tbsp of ground turmeric if necessary) 2 lemon grass stalks – outer leaves removed and inner section finely sliced. 60g root ginger – peeled and chopped 1 tsp salt 3 red chillies – roughly chopped 4tbsp rice vinegar 2 tbsp vegetable oil 11/2 tsp cracked peppercorns. Put all the above into a blender – I use one of those little handheld ones – and blitz until you get a smooth paste. 1.5kg chicken 2 limes halved Bunch of Thai basil (if you can’t find it use mint) 125ml of Chicken stock The day before make the paste as per above. Slash the chicken quite deeply across the breast and legs and rub the paste all over getting into all the nooks and crannies. (WEAR GLOVES!) Let it sit in the fridge overnight and then get it out to come up to room temp before you cook it. Pre heat the oven to 180c/ Gas 4. Put 3 halves of the lime into the cavity and all the Thai basil/mint. Squeeze the remaining half over the top of the chicken. Roast it in the oven for 11/4 hours –halfway through pour the stock into the bottom of the roasting tray to make a sauce. Let if rest for about 10 mins before digging in. served this with crispy Kale and Bombay potatoes with a little raita on the side. A reasonably robust Rose wine went quite well with it too. Enjoy.
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Wilmslow Academy Primary School, Handforth Road, Handforth 7:30pm. For more information
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EVERY MONDAY: TUESDAY WEDNESDAY
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EVERY MONDAY: THE ROBINS SINGERS
All welcome, we are a sociable mixed voice choir and sing all genres of music. 7.30pm - 9pm
Bramhall United Reformed Church, Robins Lane, SK7 2PE Contact sec.robinssingers@gmail.com Or Michelle on 07765238877
EVERY MONDAY: BRAMHALL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
75th Anniversary Season. Presentations, Workshop’s, Competitions. 7.15pm. Bramhall Village Centre, Lumb Lane. New members welcome. Email: info.bramhallps@gmail.com www.bramhallps.org
EVERY MONDAY, WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY: CHEADLE HULME FITNESS
Contact Penny on 0161 440 8059 or Email: mail@cheadlehulmefitness.org.uk
EVERY FOURTH MONDAY OF THE MONTH: THE TREFOIL GUILD
Further details from Secretary. BramhallTG@gmail.com or 07887 950298
EVERY MONDAY & WEDNESDAY: OVER 60’S MEN’S KEEP FIT contact Graham on 0161 483 7631
EVERY FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: BRAMHALL & WOODFORD SEWING & CRAFT CIRCLE
For more information call Karen on 07860 458260
EVERY TUESDAY:
MACCLESFIELD LIGHT ORCHESTRA
Do you play a musical instrument? We always keen to attract new members, especially string and brass players. If you enjoy playing music and would like to join a friendly orchestra, please contact: Rosemary Jones 01625 529313 or Lawrence Beard 01625 572324. 7.45 pm in the Salvation Army Rooms, Roe Street, Macclesfield SK11 6UT. www.macclesfieldlightorchestra.co.uk
EVERY TUESDAY:
HEALD GREEN COMMUNITY CHOIR
For fun and friendship at 10-11:30 am, term time St Catherine’s church, Outwood Road.
EVERY TUESDAY:
CHEADLE HULME LIBRARY STORYTIME
Tel: 0161 217 6009
Email: cheadlehulme.library@stockport.gov.uk
EVERY TUESDAY:
HEALD GREEN COMMUNITY CHOIR
For fun and friendship at 10-11:30 am, term time St Catherine’s church, Outwood Road.
FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: CHESHIRE LADIES LUNCHEON CLUB
Contact: Lesley Cox 07534471782.
EVERY TUESDAY: BROOKDALE CLUB AND THEATRE FOUR GROUP MEETINGS
For further information
Email: BrookdaleYT@outlook.com
EVERY TUESDAY: THE BARNBY CHOIR
8pm til 9.45 at Wilmslow Methodist Church, Water Lane, Wilmslow SK9 5AR Contact Shan Bristow 01625 520194 or email shan@shanbristow.co.uk www.thebarnbychoir.co.uk
EVERY TUESDAY: MAGIC VOICES CHEADLE
Meet at 7.45pm Trinity Church Hall, Massie Street, Cheadle SK8 1DU We are a non-audition, open choir. Contact Mike at mike@magicvoices.co.uk
FIRST AND THIRD TUESDAY EVERY MONTH: KNIT AND KNATTER GROUP
For more details ring Jean on 0161 439 8241
2ND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: CHEADLE & GATLEY WOMEN’S INSTITUTE
Contact: 702604316437739 or Email: cazy88@ntlworld.com
EVERY 2ND & 4TH TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: STOCKPORT SYMPHONIC SOUNDS
Contact Liz Pennington on 0161 439 7484 or Diana Oldfield on 0161 439 9219 for more details
2ND AND LAST TUESDAYS OF THE MONTH: NIMBLE FINGERS CRAFT GROUP
For more details call Liz on 07967 182641
EVERY TUESDAY AND THURSDAY: THE DAY CENTRE - FOR OLDER PEOPLE
Provides activities and a freshly cooked 2 course lunch . Transport could be provided. Contact Jane on 07706796471. Grove Lane Baptist Church from 10.30 -2.30pm
EVERY WEDNESDAY: STOCKPORT BARBERSHOP HARMONY CLUB
We sing as Harmony Revival and rehearse at 7.30 each Wednesday evening at Wesley Street Methodist Church in Hazel Grove and can be contacted via our website - harmonyrevival. co.uk, or by email to info@harmonyrevival.co.uk.
EVERY WEDNESDAY:
LINE DANCING AT BROOKDALE CLUB
Bridge Lane, Bramhall at 2.00 pm. Details Jean 0161 439 8241
EVERY WEDNESDAY & 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
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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
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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
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EVERY OTHER FRIDAY OF THE MONTH: BEST FOOT FORWARD WALKS
Contact: bestfootforward@breastcancercare.org.uk or phone 0345 0771893. For further details go to www.breastcancercare.org.uk/bestfootforward
EVERY FRIDAY: FRIENDLY FRIDAYS
Contact: Pam Robinson 07909 903864 or Email friendlyfridaysuk@gmail.com
LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH: BRAMHALL GOLF SOCIETY
We have male and female members. We play the last Friday each month at local courses. We are based at the Victorian in Bramhall. Email : bramhallgolfsociety.com It contains all the fixtures for this year or contacted 07563512555.
EVERY THIRD FRIDAY OF THE MONTH: STOCKPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETY
7.45pm at Stockport Sunday School, Nangreave Road SK2 6DQ.
Contact: Peter 0161 485 2415
EVERY FRIDAY: MINDFULNESS FOR WELLBEING
All Saints Parish Rooms, Church Road, Cheadle Hulme. 12 - 1pm. More info from Katie Sheen www.soulnutrition.org, katie@soulnutrition.org
Tel: 07703 342 781
EVERY FRIDAY: BRAMHALL COMMUNITY CHOIR
For fun and friendship 2pm-3.30pm term time at Centrepoint, Bramhall Methodist, also Fridays 12pm-1pm term time at Bramhall URC. Bramhall Beginners’ Choir. Learn how to sing and build your confidence.
EVERY FRIDAY: CHEADLE HULME AL-ANON GROUP. Run by and for the families of alcoholics. The local meeting in Cheadle Hulme is open to such family members from across Stockport and the surround area. Please phone the Helpline 0800 0086 811 for a Group contact number before attending a meeting as Groups are still adjusting to Government and venue guidelines.Starts 8pm at Quaker Meeting House, 91 Station Road, Cheadle Hulme, SK8 7BG
EVERY SATURDAY:
HEALD GREEN LIBRARY STORYTIME.
Contact: 0161 217 6009
Email: healdgreen.library@stockport.gov.uk
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EVERY SUNDAY QUAKER MEETING
11am at the Quaker Meeting House, 91 Station Road, corner of Ramillies Avenue, Cheadle Hulme. Tel: 0161 439 6088.
email: cheadlehulmeqm@gmail.com All Welcome.
FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH: THE BROOKDALE CLUB QUIZ NIGHT
Contact: Roger Salt on 0161 439 0371.
EVERY SUNDAY: “HUNGRY FOR HELP”
Contact: Suzi 07876 152 630. www.oagb.org.uk
EVERY SUNDAY:
SELF-REALIZATION FELLOWSHIP
Contact: 07582 406147 for more information or visit www.srf-manchester.org.uk
SATURDAY 17TH JUNE:
CHARITY MARKET IN CHEADLE HULME
Cheadle Hulme Shopping Centre, 10am until 4pm. All the markets will raise money for various local charities. Also, 15th July.
SUNDAY 11TH JUNE: SUMMER CONCERT
With St Anne’s Hospice Festival Choir, featuring Christopher Ellis on Piano, conducted by John Pomphrey. Tickets £16, Children under 16, £8. Tickets are available from Choir members, on the night or online at www.hospicechoir.org . Starts 7.30pm at Stockport Town Hall.
FRIDAY 23RD JUNE:
BRAMALL PARK GOLF CLUB
CHARITY AM/AM
This charity golf day is in support of St Ann’s Hospice. Sponsorship and donation opportunities are available. Please contact Jill Thomas (jill. thomas5057@gmail.com). 20 Manor Road, Bramhall, Stockport, SK7 3LY. Tel: 0161 485 7101
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SATURDAY 24TH JUNE:
CHEADLE HULME GARDENING AND SHOW SOCIETY OPEN GARDEN DAY
Everyone is welcome to visit from 2 - 5pm. Tickets will be on sale at each garden and can be obtained at the first garden you visit, then shown at subsequent gardens. The gardens can be visited in any order. 15, Grange Avenue, SK8 5EN. 30, Grange Avenue, SK8 5EN. 5, Swann Grove, SK8 7HW. 1, Cheadle Wood, SK8 6SS. 16, Tattonmere Gardens, SK8 5JT.
4, Holmfield Road, SK8 7DT. Refreshments can be obtained at Holmfield Road and Tattonmere Gardens.For further details see our website:cheadlehulmegardenandshowsoc.org.uk
T:- Kate – 0161 485 4322
SATURDAY 24TH JUNE: STOCKPORT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Glinka – Russian & Ludmilla, Rachmaninov –Piano Concerto No 2, Sibelius – Symphony No 2. Stockport Town Hall. For tickets go to www.ticketsource.co.uk/sso For 10% off use the code SK10 in check out.
SATURDAY 15TH JULY:
BUG HUNT ON MELLOR GREEN
For all the latest information check out their Facebook page; friends of Hesketh Park Facebook.
FRIDAY 21ST JULY: CHEADLE HULME GARDENING AND SHOW SOCIETY
A talk by Jill Rickman - ‘The Life of Joseph Banks’ - a scientist, explorer and botanist. Members £3, Non Members £4. Starts 7.30pm at All Saints Parish Rooms, Church Rd, Cheadle Hulme SK8 7JB Raffle and Refreshments. For further details:- cheadlehulmegardenandshowsoc.org.uk T:-Kate 01614854322
Every Saturday: Music at The Inventery
Get your music fix with 2 guys (Shi and Mike aka Mr Mr) with a love for quality music. Joined by special guests playing a 5 hour mix of nu funk, disco and jazz, infused with upfront (and classic) soulful, friendly melodic house music. Forward thinking music usually reserved for the city, every Saturday at Inventery, the local areas most innovative venue for food, drinks and now DJ’s. Station Road, Cheadle Hulme.
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Malay Style
Malay style Roast chicken
I found this whilst perusing my ridiculously, stupidly large recipe book collection – I’m a bit obsessed with cookery books. Anyway it looked delicious and not too complicated so I invited Jonny round and cooked it for the three of us. I would say that the recipe says it does for 6 but there was nothing left after the three of us went at it. You definitely need to wear disposable gloves for this recipe – I ended up with yellow hands for two days after.
4cm piece of fresh turmeric
– in the herb area – peeled and roughly chopped. (You can substitute for 1 tbsp of ground turmeric if necessary)
2 lemon grass stalks – outer leaves removed and inner section finely sliced.
60g root ginger – peeled and chopped
1 tsp salt
3 red chillies – roughly chopped
4tbsp rice vinegar
2 tbsp vegetable oil
11/2 tsp cracked peppercorns.
Put all the above into a blender – I use one of those little handheld ones – and blitz until you get a smooth paste.
1.5kg chicken
2 limes halved
Bunch of Thai basil (if you can’t find it use mint)
125ml of Chicken stock
The day before make the paste as per above. Slash the chicken quite deeply across the breast and legs and rub the paste all over getting into all the nooks and crannies. (WEAR GLOVES!)
Let it sit in the fridge overnight and then get it out to come up to room temp before you cook it.
Pre heat the oven to 180c/ Gas 4. Put 3 halves of the lime into the cavity and all the Thai basil/mint. Squeeze the remaining half over the top of the chicken. Roast it in the oven for 11/4 hours –halfway through pour the stock into the bottom of the roasting tray to make a sauce.
Let if rest for about 10 mins before digging in.
I served this with crispy Kale and Bombay potatoes with a little raita on the side.
A reasonably robust Rose wine went quite well with it too.
Enjoy.
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Never dismiss a cardboard box of family heirlooms in your Cheshire attic! It could be the stuff of dreams
If cardboard boxes packed with family heirlooms are gathering dust in the loft a major auction success offers a salutatory lesson. A client expected little when he bought a box of his late mother’s dishes to Hansons. He consigned them to auction with an estimate of £30-£50. Six of the items went on to make more than £100,000 at auction - much to his amazement.
Following the loss of his mother earlier this year, the 67-year-old retired computer engineer has been clearing her house, which was adorned with colourful pottery.
I spotted some of her items in a cardboard box in the saleroom - and they took my breath away. Inside were Chinese ceramics which appeared authentic. Adam Schoon, a familiar face on TV’s Antiques Roadshow and Chinese ceramics expert assessed the collection.The news was good. They were genuine.
I called the vendor to tell him some of his mum’s pottery would be entering Hansons’ Fine Art Auction with estimates in excess of £10,000. He was over the moon, but his luck was set to get even better.
Despite chips, a set of four small dishes (lot 357) achieved a hammer price of £63,000 from a £4,000-£6,000 guide. Three phone bidders battled against the internet. The total paid by a Chinese bidder, with buyer’s premium, was £81,900.
The dishes turned out to be late 16th century Chinese Ming Dynasty wucai porcelain dragon and phoenix dishes. Each dish bore six character marks in blue of the Wanli Emperor (1573-1620).
They were not the only items plucked from the cardboard box to excel. Lot 358, an Imperial porcelain yellow ground medallion bowl, Daoguang (1821-1850), with a seal mark in blue and of the period, sold for £14,500 against a £1,500£2,500 guide.
Hot on its heels came lot 359, an Imperial porcelain famille rose pink ground medallion bowl, Daoguang (1821-1850), with seal mark in blue. It achieved £8,800 against its £4,000-£6,000 estimate.
Both bowls (lots 358/359) sold to a private UK buyer for a combined total, with premium, of £30,290. Together, the three Chinese lots achieved hammer prices totalling £86,300. With buyer’s premium the total paid was £112,190.
The stunned seller told me the pottery had been gifted to his mother decades ago by an engineer she helped to care for. They’d been displayed in the family home for around 40 years.
So, what’s in your cardboard box? Never dismiss anything. Come to see us.
The Chinese ceramics sold in Hansons Auctioneers’ March 30 Fine Art Auction. To enquire about free valuations or house visits in Cheshire call 01283 733988 or email Janet Rawnsley: jrawnsley@hansonsauctioneers.co.uk.
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The set of four 16th century Chinese Ming Dynasty wucai porcelain dragon and phoenix dishes sold for £63,000.
The cardboard box where the dishes were found.
Lot 359, an Imperial porcelain famille rose pink ground medallion bowl, Daoguang (1821-1850) sold for £8,800.
An Imperial porcelain yellow ground medallion bowl, Daoguang (18211850), sold for £14,500.
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DRESSING YOUR GARDEN ROOM THIS SUMMER
Summer’s approaching, hope for warmer days and evenings, look to spend more time in the garden gazing at how colourful and healthy the flora and fauna have become. Well, that’s some people, for me it’s never ending weeding, cleaning plastic glasses for the impending BBQ that have been in the garage since September and spying on the kids so they don’t eat all the snacks bought for guests. It’s great all the same.
Something I love to do is add accessories to freshen up the garden room. A few nice cushions, twinkly lights and a plant can do the trick. If you’re looking for a complete change, or have just had a new garden room installed, there are lots of styles and looks to choose from. Here are a few ideas. Whitewashed floor, walls and ceiling help make this room feel cosy like it’s enveloping you in cool fabric. Plump sofas, rug and a window seat in similarly muted tones add to the layers of texture that make it so inviting. Then darker tones for the coffee table, the actual chopped wood and the grey log burner prevent it becoming bland and lifeless. Add plants, people and coffee and relax.
The cushioned, cane seating and boho vibes are more fun and modern in the black, slatted walls of another garden room here. Black and white
bold patterned floor pair with a jute rug, brightly coloured textured cushions and throws with macrame plant hangers. Note there’s not actually much colour added to this room, just small additions, lots of plants and touches of gold to complete the look. Perhaps it’s a necessity, you needed an office. This is a nod to modern working requirements where we often work from home. A more formal look with a dark grey sofa for client seating and a sculptural coffee table giving a professional feel. Shelves for display and a feature wall with storage to keep it tidy. You can always pack away the laptop, throw a blanket over the sofa and voila, a sheltered area for drinks.
Please let me know if I can help make this a reality, Sharon.
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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
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Pre School Dance (from 20 months+)
Ballet, Tap, Modern and Jazz
Sophie Dee School of Dance, School Place School Street , Hazel Grove SK7 4RA
Monday - Saturday info@sophiedeeschoolofdance. co.uk 07799 750 575.
Pre-School Swimming
Monday 1.15-1.45pm and Friday 11.30-12pm. Hazel Grove Baths, Jackson Lane, Hazel Grove. Call 0161 439 5221.
Rhythm & Rhyme
Wednesday mornings at Cheadle Library & Friday mornings. St Michael’s Parish Hall, St Michael’s Avenue, Bramhall. Call Melanie on 0161 860 0911.
Rhythm Time
We offer multi-sensory, exciting, structured classes with Makaton signing. Join the fun! For babies & preschool children. Thursday mornings, Bramhall 4th Scout Hut, 67 St Michael’s Avenue SK7 2PG. Call Laura 07795 484494 or visit rhythmandrhyme.co.uk
Rhythmic Rascals Dance Classes 3-4yrs
Pre-school dance classes in ballet, tap and modern Sophie Dee School of Dance, 07799 750 575. info@ sophiedeeschoolofdance.co.uk
Trinity Toddler Group
Mondays 9.30-11.30am. Term time only. Becky 07773 865925. Trinity Church Holiday Club 18th–21st August 10am - 12 noon Tel: 0161 428 7463. Trinity Church, Massie Street, Cheadle, SK8 1BP.
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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.
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BRAMHALL GOLF CLUB A year as General Manager
As I sit and reflect on a year in the role as General Manager at Bramhall Golf Club, I can say with absolute honesty that it has been a pleasure. The staff and the members have made me feel very welcome and the year has flown by at and electrifying pace. During the year we have progressed internal projects that were put on hold during Covid. We have pressed on with some course enhancements such as, new tees and bunker renovations and worked hard as a team to improve the experience for our patrons.
The social scene at the club is something to behold. If I could bottle and sell the atmosphere in the clubhouse, I would be a rich man. Since the turn of the year, we have held the Captains welcome, and both the Men’s and Ladies Opening of season which were all extremely well attended. With the soaring cost of living, it is quite something to witness the support the
guests alike. During the season we will be concentrating on our course condition, under the guidance of our Course Manager Les Adshead who has more than 50 years’ experience and continuing with our bunker renovation project. As the Autumn approaches we will assess some of our tees for possible renovation and continue to strive to improve our course and facilities.
At Bramhall Golf Club we host a busy schedule of both members and visitor functions throughout the year, catering for a wide variety of events, from parties to funerals.
Should you wish to discuss holding an event at the club please do not hesitate to contact the club office on 0161 4396092 or via email at officeadmin@ bramhallgolfclub.com
members offer their club. As we move towards the season we look forward to a busy calendar and delivering the highest possible standards both on and off the course for our members and
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The Corporation Tax ‘Main’ rate increased from 1 April 2023 from 19% to 25% and for the first time in a decade a ‘Small Companies Rate’ was re-introduced to run alongside the ‘Main’ rate and was set at 19%. Companies have of course been used to paying 19% as the ‘Main’ rate since 1 April 2017. The Corporation Tax rate had fallen steadily since it reached its highest ever rate of 52% in the early 1970s but the recent introduction of two rates of corporation tax and the increase from the current 19% to 25% marks the first increase in the tax in nearly 50 years. Following the increase, the UK will still have the lowest Corporation Tax rate in the G7 but this will mean increased Corporation Tax costs of up to 39.4% which will be unwelcome to many businesses who are still recovering from the pandemic. The government had initially planned to introduce further cuts to the Corporation Tax rate but instead took the decision to increase the rate as one of the measures to recoup the costs of increased government spending during the pandemic. The government hopes to raise £18 billion a year as a result of the increase. While the increase to the main rate of Corporation Tax to 25% is grabbing the headlines, the small companies rate means that the Corporation Tax rate will remain the same for smaller companies with profits of less than the lower limit of £50,000. The government estimates that 1.4 million businesses will be unaffected by the increase. However, the last time there was a small profits rate, companies with profits of less than up to £300,000 rather than £50,000 were eligible, so this Corporation Tax increase will affect a much larger proportion of companies than in the past.
Companies with profits over the upper limit of £250,000 will be taxed at 25% on all profits,
not just those over £250,000; and companies will pay a marginal rate of tax of 26.5% on their profits if they fall between £50,000 to £250,000. This marginal rate of 26.5% will hit a lot of companies and yet this rate has hardly made the headlines.
Company owners might consider incorporating a second (or more) companies to share profits between them in a bid to keep them below £50,000, but it is important to note that the lower and upper limits which determine the rate of Corporation Tax are reduced where there are other associated companies. Associated companies are companies under the control of one another or under the control of the same person or persons. So, if Mr X owns two companies, these will be associated with each other, and the lower limit (and the £50,000 to £250,000 band) will be halved meaning the small profits rate will no longer apply if the companies have profits over £25,000.
The increase in the Corporation Tax rates, together with the increased dividend tax rate means that the tax effectiveness of operating a business through a company is certainly reduced though there are still many other advantages in having a limited company.
As always, you should speak with your accountant in order to better understand how the new rates of corporation tax impact your company and your circumstances.
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SKylight Furniture Project would like to offer a huge thanks for everyone’s support. We opened our first warehouse in November 2022 and have been overwhelmed by the generosity of the public.
Since November we’ve supported 107 different households in Furniture Poverty. Providing them with the essentials they need to make their house a home.
That equates to over17 tonnes of furniture diverted from landfill and delivering 38 washing machines, 74 sofas and 37 beds to name just a few!
We are always looking for donations so if you have anything you would like to donate, please call 07929 824 361 or visit our website https://www.sk-y-light.org/ furniture/donate-furniture/
WILMSLOW WELLS FOR AFRICA - GARDENS DAY 2023
Wilmslow Wells for Africa (WWFA) charity Gardens Day will take place on Saturday 24th June from 10.30 to 16.30. This year there will be another great selection of beautiful gardens to visit displaying a range of designs and horticultural techniques. Refreshments will be available in several gardens and others will have plant sales to inspire you to get planting. No dogs please. Tickets giving access to all gardens are available on the day for £13 from the first garden visited, or in advance for £11 from Chelsea Flowers (Chapel Lane, Wilmslow), The Potting Shed (Alderley Edge), Primrose Cottage
Nursery (Styal Village) or from Shan (01625 520193) or Donald (01625 590339). Cash preferred. Chairman David Cash said: “Gardens Day is a great day out offering the chance to explore some fantastic gardens in the local area. The funds raised provide much needed help in some of the poorest areas of Africa so it’s a win-win occasion.”
WWFA is supported solely by local volunteers and businesses and Gardens
Day is our biggest fundraising event. Further information about the charity and how to make donations can be found at www.wilmslowwells.org
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THE ‘BATMAN EFFECT’ –EMBRACE YOUR ALTER EGO
Have you heard about the ‘Batman Effect’? It is the practice of adopting an alter ego to help overcome anxiety, boost confidence and be better equipped to deal with challenging situations.
Examples of this technique have been shared by pop stars Beyonce and Adele to help them get over their nerves before performing on stage. It is well documented that Beyonce created ‘Sasha Fierce’ to allow her to perform with extra selfconfidence. Her alter ego stayed with her until she felt she had matured enough to say goodbye to the psychological crutch. Adele followed suit and created ‘Sasha Carter’. The persona was a combination of Beyonce’s Sasha Fierce and the (real) country music star June Carter. Adele told Rolling Stone Magazine, back in 2011, that the strategy helped her give her best to every performance during her breakout year.
The alter ego method is not just a tool for pop stars to help them deal with stage fright, research suggests there may be some real psychological benefits to the strategy. Rachel White, assistant professor of psychology at Hamilton College in New York State explains “self-distancing gives us a little bit of extra space to think rationally about a situation. It allows us to rein in undesirable feelings like anxiety, increase our perseverance on challenging tasks and boosts our self-control.
For some, adopting an alter ego may seem a little extreme and view it as a gimmick for pop stars but there are aspects of self-distancing that can be applied to situations in everyday life.
Research carried out at colleges and universities in America, found striking differences between the adopters of self-distancing versus others. One study asked participants to think about a challenging future event such as an important exam. The self-distancing group were taught to view the exam event from afar, as if they were a fly on the wall. Those with the distanced viewpoint were much less anxious and this also encouraged greater feelings of self-efficacy, the sense that they could pro-actively cope with the situation and achieve their goal.
Another experiment asked participants to give a public talk, the fear of public speaking is a common anxiety for most people. Those encouraged to see the situation from an outside perspective were more easily able to master their anxiety and measures such as heart rate and blood pressure, usually associated with threatening events, were reduced.
Maybe the next time you are faced with a difficult situation and need to keep your emotions in check you’ll embrace your alter-ego – cape optional!
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Marathon running has become increasingly popular over the years, with thousands of people in the UK participating in these events every year. The London Marathon alone attracts around 40,000 runners each year, with many more taking part in regional events across the country.
Participating in a marathon can be a challenging and rewarding experience. It requires dedication, perseverance, and a lot of hard work to prepare both physically and mentally for the race. But the sense of accomplishment and the rush of endorphins that come with completing a marathon is second to none.
However, with the physical demands of marathon training and racing, injuries are a common occurrence among runners. According to a study conducted by the British Journal of Sports Medicine, up to 90% of marathon runners experience an injury during their training or racing. Some of the most common injuries include knee pain, shin splints, IT band syndrome, plantar fasciitis, and stress fractures. Fortunately, there are many steps runners can take to reduce the risk of injury. First and foremost, it’s essential to have a proper training plan and gradually increase mileage and intensity over time. Adequate rest and recovery are also crucial to allow the body to repair and rebuild between workouts.
In addition to these general principles, there are specific exercises and techniques runners
can use to prevent common injuries. Strengthening exercises for the glutes, hips, and core can help improve running form and reduce the risk of knee and IT band pain. Foam rolling and stretching can help alleviate tight muscles and reduce the risk of shin splints and plantar fasciitis.
For those who do experience injuries, seeking treatment from an osteopath can be an effective way to recover and get back to running.
Osteopathy is a holistic approach to healthcare that focuses on the musculoskeletal system and how it interacts with other parts of the body. Osteopaths use manual techniques such as soft tissue massage, joint mobilization, and manipulation to reduce pain and improve function.
Osteopathy can be particularly effective for runners because it addresses the underlying causes of injuries rather than just treating the symptoms. By identifying and correcting imbalances or weaknesses in the body, osteopaths can help runners improve their form and reduce the risk of future injuries.
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The joys of sewing…
Sewing, the art of poking yourself with needles and creating something beautiful at the same time. It’s an ancient craft that has been around since the crack of dawn and despite people considering it a ‘dead art’, it’s not going anywhere anytime soon. Whether you’re sewing a new shirt or fixing a tear in your favourite pair of pants, there’s something magical about turning a piece of fabric into a functional piece of clothing.
Now, sewing can be a bit frustrating at times. Have you ever spent hours trying to thread a needle, only to give up and resort to glue? Or maybe you’ve accidentally sewn a sleeve into your neckline or sewn one leg inside out. We’ve all been there.
Despite the occasional mishaps, sewing is a rewarding hobby that offers endless possibilities. You can create your own unique wardrobe, decorate your home with handmade pillows and curtains, or even make adorable outfits for your furry friends. The possibilities are endless!
Investing in a good sewing machine is crucial for a successful sewing experience. It’s like having a trusty sidekick by your side, ready to take on any sewing challenge with you. And let’s be honest, a good sewing machine is a lot more reliable than trying to sew everything by hand, plus it saves you from the dreaded finger pricks that seem to happen every time you try to sew something manually. Your fingers will thank you.
For beginners, it’s important to start simple. Don’t dive right into creating a ball gown for the Met Gala. Instead, start with a basic project like a simple skirt or a tote bag, you don’t want to be crying into a pile of fabric at 3am because you bit off more than you could chew! Investing in quality tools is also crucial for a successful sewing experience. A good sewing machine and quality supplies will make sewing easier and more enjoyable.
Let’s not forget about the stress-relieving benefits of sewing. There’s something therapeutic about sitting down at your machine and focusing on the task at hand. It’s like meditation, but with fabric and a bobbin. Just don’t stab yourself if you sew with your eyes closed!
Embrace your inner tailor and create something fabulous, and if all else fails, just remember, there’s always duct tape!
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Useful Contacts
Stockport NHS Foundation
Trust’s Stepping Hill
Tel 0161 483 1010
www.stockport.nhs.uk
Stepping Hill Hospital, Poplar Grove, Hazel Grove, Stockport SK2 7JE.
Stockport Council
Tel 0161 480 4949
www.stockport.gov.uk
Stockport Council, Town Hall, Edward Street, Stockport, SK1 3XE.
Greater Manchester Police
For non-emergency calls please contact
Stockport West on 0161 856 9770 stockport. westnpt@gmp.police.uk.
Local MP
Navendu Mishra (Lab)
0161 480 0833
navendu.mishra.mp@ parliament.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
AROUND CHEADLE HULME
Cheadle Hulme Library
Mellor Road Cheadle Hulme
SK8 5AU
E: cheadlehulme.library@ stockport.gov.uk
T: 0161 217 6009
F: 0161 482 0796
Opening Hours
Monday 10am – 6pm. Tuesday 10am - 2pm, Wednesday 1pm - 4pm
Thursday CLOSED
Friday 10am – 5pm, Saturday 10am – 2pm
Sunday CLOSED
Cheadle Hulme Post Office
28 Mellor Road
Cheadle Hulme SK8 5AU
0161 485 1357
Opening Hours
9–5.30pm Monday to Friday, 9–12.30pm Saturday
Church Road Post Office
25 Church Road
Cheadle Hulme SK8 7JD
0161 485 3463
Opening Hours
7-7pm Mon – Friday, 7-1pm
Sat & Sun
Cheadle Hulme Health Centre
Smithy Green Hulme Hall Road, Cheadle Hulme SK8 6LU
Tel: 0161 426 5844
Cheadle Hulme Medical Group
Bridge House Medical Centre
11 Ladybridge Road
Cheadle Hulme
Cheadle SK8 5LL
Tel: 0161 983 5300
AROUND CHEADLE
Cheadle Library
Ashfield Road
Cheadle SK8 1BB
E: cheadle.library@stockport. gov.uk
T: 0161 217 6009
Opening Hours
Monday 10 – 5pm. Tuesday & Thursday 10 - 7pm, WEDNESDAY
CLOSED, Friday 10 – 5pm
Saturday 10 – 4 pm
Cheadle Post Office
2 Old Rectory Gardens
Cheadle SK8 1BY
0161 428 3040
Opening Hours
8.30–5.30pm Monday to Saturday
Stockport Road Post Office
130 Stockport Road
Cheadle SK8 2DP
0161 428 2990
Opening Hours
9–5.30pm Monday to Friday
9–12.30pm Saturday
Cheadle Medical Practice
1 -5 Ashfield Crescent, Cheadle. SK8 1BH
Tel: 0161 426 9090 –0161 476 2299 (out of hours)
Adshall Road Medical Practice
97 Adshall Road, Cheadle. SK8 2JN
Tel: 0161 491 2292
Dentist
Cheadle High Street Dental Practice
9a High Street, Cheadle, Cheshire, SK8 1AX
Tel: 0161 491 1936
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Hulme & Cheadle
Making our home your home
Situated close to the village centre and benefiting from excellent public transport links, Hillbrook Grange
Residential Care Home is a place where you can enjoy full and independent living with the benefit of care and companionship all around you. Our ethos is about creating a compassionate caring and supportive environment, and a fresh lively atmosphere.
NEW ROOMS AVAILABLE
We have recently refurbished 5 rooms for respite care which we offer on a weekly basis.
Founded in 1952, Hillbrook Grange is run as a not-for-profit registered charity and is managed by a small team. The team has two key objectives: delivering high quality, long stay, holiday, and respite care in a friendly and homely environment, and provision of this care at cost effective, competitive rates.
To discuss your care needs with a senior member of the Hillbrook team please contact us:
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Ack Lane East, Bramhall, Cheshire SK7 2BY Tel: 0161 439 7377 administration@hillbrookgrange.co.uk
PILATES AND GARDENING
Many gardeners complain of low back pain after a hard day’s work of weeding or digging. While these tasks potentially require a lot of bending over, many gardeners do not realize that leg strength and flexibility or lack of can contribute to the overall health of your low spine. If there is a lack of flexibility in the hamstrings and hip joints then the action of bending over and flexing the spine places a lot more stress on the lumbar area.
Gardening is a great form of exercise and like any form of exercise gardeners should maintain an awareness of posture and good alignment. Pilates can set the framework for building a strong body and a foundation for mindful movement in our everyday activities.
Before you start gardening
Warm up! Well, you would if you were about to exercise so why not gardening? Don’t worry, you don’t need to put your exercise kit on or get hot and sweaty. (That will depend though if it’s a rare hot day here in the UK!)
Have a brisk walk round your garden to warm up your muscles, you can also plan what you are going to do and get your gardening tools ready!
Tips to help you with better alignment when gardening
First, start flexing at your hip joint, knees, and ankles instead of always curving your spine to bend or get closer to the ground. By doing so, you will be using your legs to support your upper body. Start practicing with a small squat: with even weight over your feet, bend at the hip joints and knees until your spine and
lower legs are at the same angle. Keep your spine straight and abdominal muscles engaged for support. Practice alternating standing and squatting, keeping all of those muscles engaged. If squatting is uncomfortable, buy a kneeling pad to allow you to kneel close to the ground but focus on keeping your spine in neutral while on your knees and not curving forward to do your work. Lastly, vary your activities. Instead of working for extended periods of time on one task, allow yourself to change activities and positions every 30 minutes or so. Too much time in one position will often irritate the back.
Attending regular Pilates classes can help you develop good postural habits and a strong core. Pilates elongates and strengthens, improving muscle elasticity and joint mobility. A body with balanced strength and flexibility is less likely to be injured. Flexibility can be achieved only when all muscles are uniformly developed.
Pilates helps to make your movements more efficient and body awareness will help to ensure you do not push your body beyond its endurance.
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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