Welcome to Wilmslow & Alderley Edge
Welcome to the September/October issue of SKWilmslow & Alderley Edge.
Do you have an ancient treasure on your Cheshire sideboard? Charles Hanson has all the information you need to find out. Read more on page 12.
Sharon from Tigermoth Home Interiors discussed bedroom designing tips on page 24.
Kevin Pratt is back this month with some great tips on the plants he uses when designing a garden. Read more on page 26.
Our event listings start on page 5 this month. Whilst we do our best to print all the local events, we sometimes receive them too late to print. So why not follow us on Instagram @skmagazines and keep up to date after the magazines are out.
See you next time.
Angela Editor
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This month
Food & Drink Page 14
Contents
Welcome - Page 3
Events - Pages 5,6, 8 & 10
Under the Hammer – Page 12
Food & Drink - Page 14
Children’s Activities – Page 17 & 20
Mindset Advice – Page 22
Interior Design – Page 24
Garden Talk – Page 26
Community Care - Page 28
Community Index - Page 30
Wellbeing - Pilates – Page 32
Ad Index - Page 34
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EVERY MONDAY: THE LINDOW SINGERS
A friendly mixed voice choir singing a range of music. No audition needed. Wilmslow Academy Primary School, Handforth Road, Handforth, SK9 2LX. For more information visit our website www.lindowsingers.org.uk or email Harry.Epton@ ntlworld.com or call 0161 485 2231
EVERY MONDAY AFTERNOON
In Together Wilmslow activities group for people with dementia and their carers. Games, crafts, songs, chat plus tea and cakes. Wilmslow Methodist Church, Water Lane, 2pm to 4pm. Call Sally 07786 482048, email intogetherwilmslow@gmail.com
EVERY MONDAY: LEGO CLUB 3.30-4.30 ideal for 5+, free, no need to book so come and get creative. Wilmslow Library.
EVERY MONDAY: EXERCISE FOR SENIORS
Further details contact Angela 07790291648.
EVERY MONDAY: STORIES AND SONGS
11-11:30am ideal for 4 and under, Free, no need to book but telephone 01625 374 060 for further information. Wilmslow Library.
EVERY MONDAY: WILMSLOW CHESS CLUB
New members, from beginner to advanced are always welcomefor friendly or more competitive chess. Meeting are at King’s Arm hotel, Alderley Road, Wilmslow SK9 1PZ. 7.30pm –Juniors at 7pm. Contact: Colin Mills 07306 386789
EVERY MONDAY:
ITALIAN CONVERSATION CLASSES
Call Raffaella 07900 184318 with any questions. www.italianclasses.co.uk
EVERY MONDAY: BALLROOM/LATIN AMERICAN DANCE CLASSES: Susan Young 07712 069627
EVERY MONDAY: OTAGO BASED STRENGTH AND BALANCE CLASS
Monday 2.00-3.00 p.m. Chapel Court, Hawthorn Street, Wilmslow. Followed by refreshments. £5.00 per class. (Contact Angela 07790291648)
EVERY MONDAY: TALBOT BADMINTON CLUB
Email: talbotshuttleclub@gmail.com for more information.
THIRD MONDAY OF THE MONTH: EAST CHESHIRE ALPINE GARDEN SOCIETY.
We are a sociable group of enthusiastic gardeners, many of whom have a wide knowledge of things alpine. Come and meet us at Wilmslow Preparatory School at 7pm for 7.30 start, September to April. Subscriptions are Single £10, Joint £18 plus £1 per meeting. Visitors £4.
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
EVERY MONDAY AND TUESDAY: CLASSES FOR SEQUENCE DANCING
Contact Susan Young 07712 069627
EVERY TUESDAY: MAGIC VOICES
Wilmslow 7.30pm Wilmslow Parish Hall, Cliff Road, Wilmslow SK9 4AA
EVERY TUESDAYS (TERM TIME): ALDERLEY EDGE COMMUNITY CHOIR for fun and friendship. 2-3.30pm at Alderley Edge Methodist Church.
EVERY TUESDAY: ROTARY CLUB OF WILMSLOW DEAN
Contact 01625 535580. www.wilmslowdeanrotary.org.uk.
SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: CHESHIRE LADIES LUNCHEON CLUB
Delicious lunch at The Pinewood Hotel, Handforth. Interesting speaker and friendly company. Contact Lesley Cox 079534 471782
EVERY TUESDAY: THE BARNBY CHOIR
8pm til 9.45pm AT WILMSLOW METHODIST CHURCH, WATER LANE, WILMSLOW, SK9 5AR CONTACT SHAN BRISTOW 01625 520193 or email Shan@shanbristow.co.uk Or see Choir Website: www.thebarnbychoir.co.uk
EVERY TUESDAY: MEMORIES, WHATSITS & THINGMAJIGS
11am-12: we will have a selection of photographs, town maps and other objects designed to evoke memories. We will also have tea, coffee and biscuits so we can have a good old natter about how things have changed – telephone 01625 374 060 for further information. Wilmslow Library.
EVERY TUESDAY:
WILMSLOW BADMINTON CLUB
Email mickpeel@btopenworld.com.
EVERY TUESDAY: LUNCH CLUB
Royal Voluntary Service run a lunch club every Tuesday for older people at the Methodist church, Chapel Road, Alderley Edge ,12pm to 1pm we offer a sandwich, cake and cups of tea ,it’s a great way to meet new people and have a natter. contact Julie Dickson 01625 536412
EVERY TUESDAY: MACCLESFIELD LIGHT ORCHESTRA
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: JAZZ AND SWING
Contact 01625 528336.
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 WEDNESDAY: WOW SINGERS (LADIES’ DAYTIME CHOIR)
Further details: cantata16@gmail.com, 01625 269721 or www.cantatamusic.org
FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH: BOOK LOVERS GROUP
2-3pm: free, no need to book. We will have a different book theme each month so call 01625 374 060 for further information. Wilmslow Library.
EVERY WEDNESDAY: BACKBEAT A CAPPELLA
Call Chrissie on 07929 103990 for further information. www.backbeatacappella.com.
FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH: DEAN ROW WI
Call Elizabeth on 01625 251126
EVERY WEDNESDAY: ALDERLEY EDGE BRIDGE CLUB.
Contact John Poole on 01625 584328 or DenisLangton on 01625 583720
EVERY WEDNESDAY: ADCS & SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING
Contact details 01260 253401.
EVERY WEDNESDAY: WILMSLOW KNIT AND NATTER GROUP
Suitable for knitters of any ability. 9.30 - 12.00pm at Coach and Four, Alderley Road, Wilmslow.
EVERY WEDNESDAY: RHYMETIME 10am to10.30 am at Alderley Edge Library, London Road, Sessions are free with no need to book.
EVERY SECOND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH: WILMSLOW HISTORICAL SOCIETY Contact us on 01625 536909 or by email to wilmslowhistoricalsociety@gmail.com
EVERY WEDNESDAY: CHESHIRE A CAPPELLA MONTH: WILMSLOW HISTORICAL SOCIETY Barbershop singing, ladies voices, 18+. 7.30-9.30 pm at Morley Green Club, Wilmslow SK9 5NT. www.Cheshireacappella.com/
SECOND WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH: THE ART SOCIETY NORTH EAST CHESHIRE Contact Maggie on 0161 427 9451 or email info@ theartssocietynortheastcheshire.org.uk
EVERY THIRD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH: CONCERTS UNDER THE SPIRE: Every Third Wednesday of the Month: Alderley Edge Methodist Church Lunchtime Concert Light lunches served from 12 noon followed by 45-minute recital starting at 1.00 pm. Admission to the concert by programme £8 available at the door. www.alderleyedgemethodistchurch.com
www.wilmslowservices.co.uk
LAST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH: IT&CHAT:
2-3pm: If you need help with getting online or using our online resources, drop in for advice. Telephone 01625 374 060 for further information. Wilmslow Library.
EVERY WEDNESDAY: POYNTON ROYAL BRITISH LEGION CONCERT BAND
Rehearse at Poynton RBL, George’s Road West from 8pm - 10pm. New members welcome. Recommended minimum standard grade 5. Contact poyntonrblband@gmail.com for more information.
EVERY FOURTH WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH: WILMSLOW U3A
Meetings at 2.30pm with a different speaker each month New members are very welcome. Costs £1 each meeting after membership fee which includes a cup of tea and a biscuit. URC schoolrooms, Chapel Lane, Wilmslow. For more information check out www.wilmslowu3a.org.uk
EVERY SECOND THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH: ROW OF TREES CUM WIMSLOW W.I.
Contact Jean on 01625 475222.
EVERY THURSDAY: MOVEMENT TO MUSIC
Call Angela 0779029168.
EVERY THURSDAY: STORY & SONG. 10am to10.30 am at Alderley Edge Library, London Road, Sessions are free with no need to book.
EVERY THURSDAY: CLASSICAL YOGA
Contact Marion Duff on 01625 528650 www. marionduff.co.uk for details.
EVERY THURSDAY: THE THURSDAY GROUP A SOCIAL GROUP FOR MATURE UNATTACHED PEOPLE 07990 760886 www.thursdaygroup.co.uk
EVERY THURSDAY: KEEP FIT FOR SENIORS. Thursday 1.30-3.00 p.m. Chapel Court, Hawthorn Street. Wilmslow Standing and Seated Exercise to Music. Followed by refreshments £7.00 per class (Contact Angela 07790291648)
EVERY THURSDAY: YOGA
For more information email: diana.j.davidson@btinternet.com or call 0161 929 1947.
EVERY THURSDAY: RHYMETIME
11-11:30am: Ideal for aged 4 and under, free, no need to book – telephone 01625 374 060 for further details. Wilmslow Library.
EVERY FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH: BOOK CHAT SOCIAL
5:45-6:45 - There is no set text, no specific genre just an opportunity to come and talk about what books you have been enjoying and possibly be inspired to try something new. Tea, coffee and a biscuit or two will be available. No need to book. Telephone 01625 374 060 for further details. Wilmslow Library.
FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH: WILMSLOW GUILD BIRDWATCHING GROUP
Bourne Street, Wilmslow, SK95HD. All welcome. Contact www.guildlifelonglearning.org
EVERY SECOND THURSDAY OF THE MONTH: ALDERLEY EDGE SPEAKERS
Call Mike on 07973 155651.
3RD THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH: TRANSITION WILMSLOW MEETING
Do join us and help us make Wilmslow a greener place; we plant trees, grow vegetables, organise guided walks, bike rides and talks, help people save energy at home and lots more! Do join us and share your ideas. Everyone welcome. 7.30pm either at Quaker Meeting House or via Zoom. Contact transitionwilmslow@gmail.com for details.
EVERY SECOND THURSDAY OF THE MONTH: THE ARTS SOCIETY WILMSLOW
Every second Thursday of the month: The Art Society Wilmslow. Meet at the United Reform Church Wilmslow and the contact details are : wilmslow@theartssociety.org
EVERY 4TH THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH (EXCEPT FOR DECEMBER): RETIRED TEACHERS CLUB
Contact 0161 4398794.
EVERY THURSDAY AFTERNOON: MOBBERLEY BRIDGE CLUB
playing at Chorley Village Hall Contact Brian 01625 533797 or Angela 01625 528826
EVERY THURSDAY LEGO CLUB:
5-6:30pm: ideal for 5+, free, no need to book so come and get creative - telephone 01625 374 060 for further details. Wilmslow Library.
EVERY THURSDAY AFTERNOON: MOBBERLEY BRIDGE CLUB
1.15pm-4pm at Chorley Village Hall. Contact Bernard 01625 524679 or Jean 01625 526687.
SEQUENCE DANCE
MONDAY 7th OCTOBER
BEGINNERS 2.00pm – 3.00pm
IMPROVERS 3.00pm – 4.00pm
UP TO DATE DANCES 6.00pm – 6.45pm
At Grove Park Function Suite. Grove Lane, Cheadle Hulme, SK8 7NB
WEDNESDAY 9th OCTOBER
BEGINNERS 8.15pm – 9.15pm
At Parkside Social Club, Midland Road, Bramhall, SK7 3DT
Visit our website www.hartlanddance.co.uk or Contact Susan Young 07712 069627
SHOWROOM: Hor ton Street, Higher Hillgate, Stockpor t SK 3LR
Open: Monday-Friday 9am - 4.30pm Saturday by appointment
FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH: WILMSLOW WORDSMITHS WRITING GROUP:
10:30-11:45: write poetry, short stories or scripts in an informal setting, no experience necessary. Free, no need to book. Telephone 01625 374 060 for further details. Wilmslow Library.
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 SATURDAY MORNING: COFFEE – CONCERT – COMPANIONSHIP
Coffee Morning 10 am – 12 noon every Saturday (except August). Come and meet your friends, have a natter, browse the stalls for home-made goodies, books, Traidcraft items and much more. Informal Piano Recitals from 11 am on the first Saturday of the month. Admission free. Alderley Edge Methodist Church www.alderleyedgemethodistchurch.com
EVERY SUNDAY MORNING: THE ALDERLEY EDGE, WILMSLOW AND DISTRICT FOOTPATHS PRESERVATION SOCIETY Visit www.footpaths.org.uk
EVERY SUNDAY: “HUNGRY FOR HELP”
Contact Suzi 07876 152 630 www.oagb.org.uk
EVERY SUNDAY: TAI CHI
All year round, every Sunday morning at 10.30am @ the Leisure Centre Cricket ground. No tuition. No charge and free parking!
SATURDAY 5TH OCTOBER:
LADYBROOK SINGERS CHARITY CONCERT
Proceeds to Greater Manchester Blood Bikes. Starts 7.30pm at Marple Methodist Church, Church Lane, Marple SK6 7AY. Tickets £10 incl. refreshments. Under 16 years free. www.ladybrooksingers.com
Contact: 0161 485 6642
SATURDAY 12TH OCTOBER:
STOCKPORT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Glazunov, Elgar, and Rachmaninov. Starts 7.30pm at Stockport Town Hall - Tickets at www.ticketsource.co.uk/sso For more details see www.stockportsymphony.co.uk (10% discount with code SK10 ends 31/12/24)
FRIDAY 18TH OCTOBER: ABBA TRIBUTE NIGHT
Grab your friends and loved ones and dance the night away in support of Prevent Breast Cancer. Optional Abba themed or pink dress code! Raffle and lucky dip on the night DJ Steve B will carry on the party after the ABBA Tribute Show. Please bring along cash on the night for the raffle and donations of any raffle prizes would be truly appreciated. 7.30pm – Midnight at Cheadle Hulme Conservative Club, 25 Mellor Road, SK8 5AT. Tickets: £15.00 contact Cath on preventbreastcancercath@gmail.com or call 07731 797208.
SATURDAY 26TH OCTOBER: ANNUAL ART EXHIBITION
Original paintings, cards and crafts. Refreshments Admission Free - 10am to 4pm at THE BROOKDALE CLUB, Bridge Lane, BRAMHALL SK7 3AB Large Free Car Park (behind the Club)
Ancient treasure on your Cheshire sideboard?
Sideboards and glass cabinets are often home to antique treasures but their owners are often blissfully unaware of a potential auction windfall.
I will give you a perfect example to inspire you ahead of my trip to Cheshire’s Ness Botanic Gardens in October to offer antique valuations. I was on a home visit assessing jewellery when I spied, on a sideboard, a shimmering bowl with a floral design.
That thrill-of-the-find excitement gripped me. I knew it was potentially ancient treasure. It was identified as a late 16th or early 17th century motherof-pearl IndoPortuguese dish of cultural significance.
Late 16th or early 17th century mother-of-pearl, Indo-Portuguese dish, est 10-15K
Somehow, it had made its way across the world and ended up at London’s Portobello market in the 1970s. The seller’s late husband purchased it there and the precious rarity spent decades on their sideboard.
Believed to have been crafted in Gujarat on the western coast of India, the dish is thought to be a rare survivor of wares popular with the wealthy elite and royalty during the days of the Portuguese Empire. It’s likely it was brought to the UK by a British merchant for a royal or noble household around 400 years ago. IndoPortuguese mother-of-pearl objects were brought to Europe by merchants from around 1525. Henry VIII was among royals who liked ornate wares ‘from the Indies’ and similar mother-of-pearl overlayed items can be seen at London’s Victoria and Albert Museum.
Items like this were luxury objects then and now. They were deemed so exotic they were
gifted to royalty. And we have the Portuguese to thank because when their country’s empire was at its height, its people commissioned mother-of-pearl wares.
In 1498 Portuguese explorer
Vasco da Gama became the first European to reach India by sea and in 1505 Portuguese India was founded. Gujarat is first mentioned as the centre of mother-of-pearl work in 1502 when the King of Melinde, on the East Coast of Africa, presented da Gama with a gold and mother-of-pearl bedstead.
Such is the desirability of Indian and Asian artefacts, the 26cm diameter dish could make £10,000-£15,000 in Hansons’ September 26-27 Fine Art Auction. Further entries invited.
Charles Hanson will offer free valuations at Ness Botanic Gardens, Cheshire, CH64 4AY, on October 22, 11am-1pm. Free valuations of jewellery and watches will be available at Lost and Found Knutsford, Old Town Hall, Princess Street, Knutsford, WA16 6BY, on November 1, 10amnoon. Inquiries, service@hansonsauctioneers. co.uk or 01283 733988.
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Charles Hanson with the late 16th or early 17th century mother-of-pearl, IndoPortuguese dish, est 10-15K
Vasco da Gama - 1838
MUSIC FOR EVERY SEASON
at Stockport Town Hall
www.ticketsource.co.uk/sso www.stockportsymphony.co.uk
Saturday 12 October 7.30pm
Glazunov Autumn
Elgar Prelude and Angels
Farewell
Rachmaninov Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini with CLARE HAMMOND
Elgar Enigma Variations
Saturday 9 November 7.30pm
Glazunov violin concerto with DYLAN EDGE
Mahler Symphony No 6
Sunday 15 December 3.00pm
The Family Matinée
Heroes and Villains!
Peter and the Wolf, William Tell, Beauty and the Beast, Lord of the Rings…….And much more!
Saturday 1 February 7.30pm
Rimsky-Korsakov Dance of the Tumblers
Dvořák Wind Serenade
Shostakovich Symphony No 10
Saturday 1 March 7.30pm
Grieg The Last Spring Sibelius violin concerto with JENNIFER PIKE Tchaikovsky Symphony No 6
Saturday 29 March 7.30pm
The Fourth Stockport International Young Musicians Competition Final
Three well-known concertos with our finalists
Saturday 24 May 7.30pm
Rimsky-Korsakov May Night
Overture
Copland Appalachian Spring Brahms Symphony No 1
Saturday 21 June 7.30pm
Glazunov Summer
Glinka Summer Night in Madrid
Rodrigo guitar concerto with CRAIG OGDEN
Rimsky-Korsakov Scheherazade
September 2024 recipe
Chicken thighs with a corn crust.
This is a lovely dish from an Ottolenghi book I have – very casual and easy to make. I may seem like a lot of ingredients but it is really just about bunging it all together. I is quite spicy which makes it ideal for an Autumn evening in my view.
Serves six
3tbsp olive oil
3 red onions (thinly sliced)
2 garlic cloves (crushed)
4 tbsp rose harissa
Add the peppers and chocolate and simmer again for 30 minutes uncovered and stirring frequently until the sauce is nice and thick. Add the coriander and spoon into a baking dish with high sides. Pre- heat the oven to 180c
Sweetcorn Batter
70g unsalted butter (melted)
500g corn kernels (I just use frozen defrosted)
3 tbsp whole milk 3 eggs (whites and yolks separated)
2tsp sweet smoked paprika
850g skinless and boneless chicken thighs
200ml passata
5 large tomatoes (quartered)
200g jarred roasted red peppers (drained and sliced)
15g dark chocolate
20g coriander (chopped)
Salt and pepper to taste.
In a large lidded saute pan fry the onions in the oil at high for about 10 mins until nicely soft and brown. Reduce the heat and add the garlic, harissa, paprika and chicken. Add one teaspoon of salt and a good grind of pepper. Cook for 5 minutes stirring and then add the passata and tomatoes. Pour over 350ml of water, cover then simmer for 30 minutes stirring every now and then.
Put the butter, corn, milk, egg yolks and a bit of salt into a blender and blitz for a few seconds to form a rough batter then spoon into a large bowl. In another bowl whisk the egg whites until they are stiff and then gently fold them into the corn mixture retaining as much air as you can. Pour over the chicken evenly and then bake for 35 minutes until the top is golden. Keep an eye on it to ensure it doesn’t over brown. If it looks like it is put some foil over it for the last 10 minutes or so. Leave is to stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Baby Ballet
Tuesday afternoon at Handforth & Prestbury School of Dance, Dean Row Community Hall, Dean Row. Call Michelle on 0161 483 6678.
Baby Bounce
suitable for 12 months and under - Tuesdays 9.4510.15. Wilmslow Library. Pleas book in advance by calling 01625 374 060
Baby Reflexology
Thursday morning at Moor Lane, Wilmslow. Call Gabby on 07817 597288.
Bon Bons
Wednesday morning at Wilmslow Parish Hall, Cliff Road, Wilmslow. Call Bonnie on 07739 359948.
Baby bounce
on Fridays afternoons 2.30 – 3.00pm Alderley Edge Library, 44a London Road, Alderley Edge, SK9 7GP.
Caterpillar Music
Monday morning at Wilmslow Leisure Centre, Rectory Fields, Wilmslow. Call Jan on 01925 860459.
The Creation Station
Wednesday morning at Dean Row Village Hall, Brown Lane, Wilmslow. Call Sarah on 0844 854 5065.
Friday Tots
Friday 10 – 11.30am at Alderley Edge Methodist Church. Call Susan on 01625 585166.
Little Footprints
Wednesday & Friday 9.15 – 11am at Dean Row Community Centre, Dean Row. Call Brenda on 01625 251097.
Little Strikers Pre-School Football
Monday morning at Parish Hall, The Corrs, Cliff Road, Wilmslow. Wednesday morning at The Scout Hut, Talbot Road, Alderley Edge. Call 07792 791382
Lego Club
Thursdays 3.30-4.30. Wilmslow Library. Pleas book in advance by calling 01625 374 060
Little Superstars Sports Club
Friday morning & afternoon at Wilmslow Leisure Centre, Rectory Fields, Wilmslow. Call Louise on 07904 311552.
Mums, Dads & Tots
Wednesday 1.30 – 3pm at St. Benedict’s Church, Hall Road, Handforth. Call Jacquie on 01625 250471.
Music Bugs
Friday morning at Wilmslow Parish Hall, Cliff Road, Wilmslow. Call Stacey on 0844 822 1175.
Praise & Play
Tuesday at 1.30 – 3pm at St Chad’s Church, Wilmslow Road, Handforth. Call Chris on 01625 530228
Puddle Ducks Baby & Pre-School Swimming
Friday afternoon at The Hallmark Hotel, Stanley Road, Handforth. Call 01477 410080.
Pregnancy yoga
Sundays 9:30 - 11:00 at the Dean Row Village Hall, Wilmslow. Call Anna on 07801 058379 or email anna@yoga4pregnancy.co.uk
Postnatal yoga
Thursdays 10:00 - 11:30 at the Dean Row Village Hall, Wilmslow. Call Anna on 07801 058379 or email anna@yoga4pregnancy.co.uk. Little ones welcome.
Raindrops Tots
Tuesday 10am – 12pm (term time only) at Wilmslow Parish Hall, Cliff Road, Wilmslow.
Rhymetime
on Wednesdays 10 – 10.30 am Alderley Edge Library, 44a London Road, Alderley Edge, SK9 7GP.
Rhyme Time
Thursdays 11.00-11.30. Wilmslow Library. Pleas book in advance by calling 01625 374 060
Sally Williams Baby Ballet
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday afternoons at Wilmslow Leisure Centre, Rectory Fields, Wilmslow. Call Sally on 01625 585070.
Songs & Rhymes
Mondays during term time at 10 am at Wilmslow Methodist Church. Please contact the church office on 01625 528892 for more info or to book a place.
Story & Song
on Tuesday 10 – 10.30 am Alderley Edge Library, 44a London Road, Alderley Edge, SK9 7GP.
Story Time for Under 5’s
Mondays 9.45-10.15. Wilmslow Library. Pleas book in advance by calling 01625 374 060
Talking Tots
Wednesday morning at Wilmslow Parish Hall, Cliff Road, Wilmslow. Call Beccy on 07947 735373.
Tennis Tykes
Monday & Friday afternoon (term time only) at St John’s Church Centre, Lindow. Call Caroline on 07843 342662.
Tiddlywinks Mini Church (activities, play & stories)
Story, song and craft activity session on Wednesdays during term time 10.30 am - 12 pm at Wilmslow Methodist Church. Please contact the church office on 01625 528892 for more info.
Tiny Hands
Friday 10 – 12pm at St Mary’s Methodist Church, Wilmslow Road, Handforth. Call Margaret on 01625 526591.
Tiny Toes
Wednesday morning at Wilmslow Leisure Centre, Rectory Fields, Wilmslow. Call Sally on 01625 585070.
Tumble Tots
Tuesday and Wednesday at Wilmslow Leisure Centre, Rectory Fields, Wilmslow. Contact Megan on 07814 020095.
Water Babies Swimming
Monday afternoon / Tuesday morning at The Hallmark Hotel, Stanley Road, Handforth. Call Chris on 01270 611111. Also Monday & Wednesday afternoon at The Holiday Inn, Altrincham Road, Wilmslow. Call 01270 781239.
If you are interested in attending any of these activities please phone first to check the details.
Mindset Advice THE IMPORTANCE OF CHOOSING AUTHENTICITY OVER ATTACHMENT
What Is Attachment?
Attachment can be defined as the tendency for humans and other mammals to form attachments. Attachments are critical to survival and we seek attachment from birth, particularly to the mother, so it is a primal, not conscious behaviour.
We can see the importance of attachment by looking at primates. Infants who do not achieve attachment to the mother are often “removed from the gene pool” and a failure to form attachments in later life can mean rejection from social groups, likely to lead to death.
What Is Authenticity?
Authenticity can be summarised as being true to yourself in who you are, what you think, and how you act. Achieving it requires a thorough understanding of oneself and a high degree of self confidence.
Being authentic is difficult; firstly, because many people don’t even know what their authentic self is, and secondly, because even if people do, the decision to be true to one’s self comes at a cost.
Why Might We Choose Attachment?
As we know, attachment is critical to our survival, and survival behaviours are mostly governed by the limbic brain (A.K.A the “Chimp Brain”) which evolved millions of years ago and is very powerful.
Authenticity was only enabled by the arrival of consciousness, through the evolution of the Neo Cortex in humans, occurring in the last 75,000 years, and is not clearly linked to survival. The Neo Cortex often loses out to the survival instincts of the limbic brain.
No other animal has this conflict, having instincts, but being able to choose whether to observe them, and ultimately whether to be authentic. The conflict is complex because the cost of authenticity, which we desire, is often attachment, which we instinctively need.
I’ve seen many cases where people have chosen attachment over authenticity for their entire lives. Perhaps they had volatile caregivers, and it was safer to appease or please them than to express their true thoughts and feelings. It can then become a deeply engrained habit to keep others happy and ignore one’s own feelings.
How Might This Backfire?
Whilst prioritising attachment may seem the easiest in the short term, it is very stressful to the nervous system. It starts as frustration, then possibly anger, sadness, fear or hopelessness may follow - all usually repressed.
Any repressed emotion will emerge eventually; maybe as anxiety, depression, insomnia or even chronic pain or fatigue.
Ultimately, the body keeps the score and it will let us know once it’s had enough.
It is difficult to be authentic, because not everyone will like your authentic self, which is stressful, and can feel unsafe, which is why humans avoid it.
But the courage to face up to short-lived clashes or confrontation is worth it, because we affirm ourselves each time we do. We connect to ourselves and learn what we like and dislike and what we will and won’t tolerate (think boundaries…)
For homework, I want you to consider the relationships in your life. Do you always avoid conflict and disagreement? Do you hide your true feelings? Are you a “people pleaser”? Are you afraid to say “no” to people?
If you said “no” to all of the above, then you’re probably okay and fairly connected to your authentic self. If you said “yes” mostly, then I want you to think about the following:
Could you be losing yourself to maintain possibly unhealthy relationships? If you can’t be yourself around someone, are you okay with that? How could you connect to yourself more and learn to express your true feelings?
Use your answers to make a strategy to enable you to choose authenticity over attachment more in your life, and this will lead to better physical and mental health and happiness. It really is worth it.
BEDROOM DESIGNING TIPS
Designing a room can be daunting, but following a few careful steps can help break it down and help the final look be more cohesive. Try not to think of what you already have, unless you are happy to bring a room together around items that are similar in design.
Here I’m showcasing images from one of my suppliers that specialise in a whimsical, relaxed look reminiscent of visits to, perhaps, a French village, or it can be adapted to a simple Scandi vibe.
The feel here is one of relaxation, perfect for a bedroom.
Materials are natural with lots of wood, touches of iron and plenty of layered fabrics in neutral tones. This scheme would suit natural timbers, wicker, raffia, cotton and linen. Layer up your bedding with tones of the earth.
Walls can be painted in dark or light earthy tones, from terracottas to whites. The darker the walls, the warmer and more cosy it will feel. Always ensure there’s a balance of colours, if using dark accents, to showcase them against a lighter background, be it the floor, furniture or walls.
Soft lighting and mirrors can be used to great effect in bedrooms. The ‘big light’ for tasks
(we all need to vacuum sometimes), then side lights on a dimmer for a lovely soft glow before lights out, or brighter for reading. Mirrors can be used as another source of light if positioned to reflect your light source.
Finally, accessories are super important to get right. Keep in mind the look you want to achieve to keep on track. Say you have some lovely candlesticks, you can probably reuse these from another room, they may need to be whitewashed or sanded back to a lighter finish, but adding the same earthy toned candles
will finish the look off. Add in some faux foliage and gather in groups and varying heights.
For tips and tricks, follow me on Instagram. For more practical help, please do get in touch. Sharon.
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Garden Talk
SUMMER HAS ARRIVED!
When the sun comes out we start thinking about our gardens and my garden advice consultancy gets busier with people looking for help with everything from pruning to design advice. As garden designers we have a few reliable plants that are useful in almost every design – and almost any garden would benefit from at least one of these suggestions. We all have our favourites of course, but I thought I’d share a few of mine this month.
ground cover plants don’t know when to stop growing and eventually become invasive weeds, but not Jack Frost. Low silver and green veined leaves creep over the soil and in summer display nectar rich blue frothy flowers - absolutely beautiful! They will grow under trees and shrubs in shade because they are naturally a woodland plant. They don’t like getting too dry but as they become more established, they will run up tree stems and under shrubs cutting down on the summer weeding.
Peony or Paeony is an easy perennial flowering from April to June. The main thing with the Peony is the time the plant takes to establish a reasonable size clump. If you think our Grandparents grew such wonderful large clumps of Peonies, it’s because they have been there in the garden for such a long time. Peonies are available in every shade of colour, doubles, semi-double and single flowers. I actually find the pure white P. Shirley Temple a must for every garden design. But if you have plenty of space to fill, take a look at the tree paeony. Don’t worry, it is not actually a tree, they just have a woody stem to 2m tall. But they have impressive football size flowers 30-40cm across. P. rockii is my favourite to use. Peonies love a well-drained rich soil so don’t forget to feed them in the summer and apply a compost mulch in autumn.
Finally, I must squeeze in my number one plant for any garden design and that’s the shuttlecock fern. Again, this is not the invasive wild seedy fern that we see in everyone’s garden. Matteuccia struthiopteris, to give it its Latin name is a uniform, delicate, pale lime green fern with architecturally triangular growth that will grow in any soil. None invasive but gently spreading through the garden design. I love how it compliments plants and colours and at only 40cm high doesn’t overpower surrounding plants.
Next month in SK Magazine I’ll list a few more great and reliable plants for garden design because there are so many wonderful plants out there that need writing about.
Happy Gardening!
When I need a well behaved ground cover plant, I choose Brunnera macrophylla and in particular a cultivar called Jack Frost. A lot of
Kevin Pratt Home Garden Consultation. With 40 years’ experience, Kevin advises on planting, design and pruning with a visit to your garden. www.gardenconsultation.co.uk info@kevinpratt.co.uk
DONKEY AND THE ELKS
There is a wonderful film circulating on social media and has featured on the news. If you haven’t already seen the video, then I would strongly urge you to search ‘donkey and the elks’ and take a look. It is a heart-warming story, I would liken it to a fable as it has a moral lesson, one of acceptance.
The story begins 5 years ago in California when a couple, Terrie and Dave Drewry lost their donkey, named Diesel, during a hike after he was frightened by a mountain lion. The couple searched in vain for Diesel and enlisted volunteers to help find him. The last footage of Diesel was a few months later when he was spotted on a trail camera, after that there were no other sightings. “We finally kind of gave up,” Mrs Drewry told BBC’s news partner, CBS. “Just no signs of him.” They were resigned to never knowing what happened, that is until a hiker, Max Fennell, made an interesting discovery 5 years after Deisel went missing.
These two different animals have learned to get along and live happily together. There are obvious differences but what they have in common is that they are herd animals meaning they need companions. The elks have completely accepted Diesel the donkey and welcomed him into their family. The acceptance of someone into a group means beginning to think of them as part of the group and to act in a friendly way towards them. It is unconditionally and wholeheartedly letting someone be exactly who they are, just like Diesel he’s still a donkey living amongst the elks but has been accepted and fits right in.
The importance of feeling accepted cannot be overstated. When we feel accepted, we are more likely to have positive self-esteem and selfworth. It often leads to a sense of confidence and security in ourselves, and we are less likely to seek validation from external sources.
Max was out on a hike, only a few miles from where Diesel went missing when he spotted a herd of Elks, what was unusual that there was a donkey running with the elks as part of the herd. When footage was shown to Terrie and Dave, they confirmed it was Diesel, who looked healthy and happy with his adopted family. Mrs Drewry said it was such a relief to know what happened and that “He’s living his best life.”, she continued “To catch him would be next to impossible, he is truly a wild burro now. Out there doing what he’s raised to do.”
The story of Diesel and the elks is a lovely life lesson for us all.
Karen Perry Founder, alice chilton In-Home Care Services
Useful Contacts
Cheshire East Council
Tel: 0300 123 5500 www.cheshireeast.gov.uk
Cheshire East Council, Westfield, Middlewich Road, Sandbach, CW11 1HZ
Cheshire Police
For non-emergency calls please 101 or 0845 4580000 (only call 999 in emergencies)
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.
Wilmslow Town Council 01625 402907 townclerk@wilmslow-tc.org.uk
Community Groups
Rotary Club of Wilmslow Dean 01625 535580 or 530535 www.wilmslowdeanrotary.org.uk
Wilmslow Royal British Legion Club 01625 523715
Email: info@wilmslowlegionclub.co.uk
The Green Room Theatre Wilmslow Ticket-Line 01625 540993
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Independent Community Website www.wilmslow.co.uk www.wilmslow.org.uk www.whatsin-wilmslow.co.uk
Local MP
Esther McVey MP (Conservative) 01625 529922 officeofesthermcveyMP@parliament.uk
Local Councillors
Alderley Edge
Craig Browne (Ind. Group) 01625 865627 craig.browne@cheshireeast.gov.uk
Wilmslow Dean Row
Lata Anderson (Ind. Group) 07359 413301
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Wilmslow East
David Jefferay (Ind. Group) 07729 707215
david.jefferay@cheshireeast.gov.uk
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Wilmslow West and Chorley
Mark Goldsmith (Ind. Group) 07711 230223
mark.goldsmith@cheshireeast.gov.uk
Michael Gorman (Ind. Group)
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Around Wilmslow
Wilmslow Library
South Drive, Wilmslow, Cheshire. SK9 1NW Tel: 01625 374060
email: wilmslow.library@cheshireeast.gov.uk
Opening Hours: Monday – 10am - 5pm, Tuesday – 10am - 5pm, Wednesday - 10am - 5pm, Thursday – 10am - 7pm, Friday 10am - 1pm, Saturday – 9am - 1pm. Sunday closed
Wilmslow Post Office
Tesco, Green Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire SK9 1LD T: 01625 524036
Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday 8am – 8pm
Wilmslow Health Centre
Chapel Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire. SK9 5HX T: 01625 548 555
Opening Hours: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 8am – 6pm, Tuesday 8am – 8pm, Friday 7.30am – 6.30pm, Saturday 8.45am – Noon (pre booked appointments only on Saturday)
Wilmslow Dental Practice
26 Chapel Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5HZ T: 01625 441763
Opening Hours: Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm (closed for lunch 1-2pm)
Closed Saturday & Sunday
Citizens Advice
Admin phone number is 01625 432847
MAKE TIME TO JOIN A PILATES CLASS!
The children are back at school so whether you are a parent or grandparent take some welldeserved ME time. With more time on your hands now is the time to join a Pilates class. It’s well known that physically active can lead to a healthier and happier life.
Pilates is a great form of exercise and after a few sessions you will start to feel the benefits of regular exercise.
However, before you join your first class here are a few things you need to know.
Focus on Quality over Quantity
Pilates isn’t about speed or lots of reps. It’s about precise movements, proper form, and engaging your core with every exercise. This can be surprisingly challenging but ultimately leads to better results and a lower risk of injury. It’s all about the breath
Breath plays a crucial role in Pilates. Proper breathing techniques help activate your core muscles, improve oxygen flow, and enhance your focus. Your teacher will guide you on breath control throughout the class, so pay attention and breathe deeply.
Listen to your body
Don’t push yourself beyond your limits. Pilates is a progressive exercise program, so it’s natural to feel challenged but not overwhelmed. If you experience any pain, stop the exercise and let your teacher know. They can offer modifications or suggest alternative exercises.
Body Awareness
Pilates will make you hyper-aware of your body’s alignment and movement patterns. You might discover imbalances or weaknesses you weren’t aware of before. Embrace this awareness; it’s the first step to correcting these issues and improving your overall movement. Give it time to see results
Like any new exercise routine, consistency is key with Pilates. Don’t expect drastic changes overnight. Be patient, attend your classes regularly, and gradually, you’ll notice improvements in your strength, flexibility, posture, and overall well-being.
Be open to modifications
If you have any injuries or limitations, don’t hesitate to speak with your teacher beforehand. They can modify exercises to ensure you can participate safely and effectively.
What Pilates classes are there?
Pilates Matwork Classes
The most popular form of Pilates is matwork. Matwork is a more traditional form of Pilates, which as it has been developed has incorporated the use of equipment such as balls, stretch bands, foam rollers or magic circles.
High Intensity Power Pilates
HIP Pilates is a more dynamic form of Pilates that combines the precision and focus of a traditional Pilates session with the dynamic energy of a high intensity workout.
Combining core strength, balance and coordination with an energetic cardiovascular element HIP Pilates is the answer to many people’s search for a functional ‘feel good’ workout.
One-to-One Pilates Classes
Concerned about being the new student? Then a one-to-one class can be a good way to start. Both the session format and the exercises given are tailored to suit your needs and objectives. These sessions allow for greater progression and development and are a must for anyone requiring that individual attention.
Pilates is for life and can be life changing, so make sure you take some me-time and join a Body Control Pilates class now!
To find a qualified teacher, visit the Body Control Pilates website Jules Hardman Body Control Pilates Teacher www.jules-pilatesalderleyedge.co.uk
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Are you frustrated with being on a long waiting list to receive these treatments, or inconvenienced by the fact that you have to go to multiple practices in order to receive these different types of specialist dental services?
Here at Cheadle Hulme Dental & Cosmetics, we can address all of these problems under one roof with our highly skilled team that offer treatments across all of these specialist areas:
Periodontics: Treatment of gum disease and placement of dental implants.
Endodontics: Root canal therapy and treatment of painful dental infections.
Orthodontics: Alignment of teeth and jaws using braces, aligners, etc.
Oral Surgery: Surgical procedures like extractions, corrective jaw surgery, and implant placement.
Inhalation sedation: Often referred to as gas and air which is used to help patients relax during dental procedures, and can also be used on children.
IV sedation: Available for adult patients with higher anxiety or for more invasive procedures.
We provide detailed consultations, personalised treatment plans, and follow-up care to ensure successful outcomes for all of our patients. We are a multi-award winning dental practice that offers fully comprehensive care, with the ability to handle complex cases that are beyond the scope of most other general dental practices.
You don’t need a referral from another dental practice or a hospital, you can self-refer and to us if you require any of the specialist services we offer. Please contact us on 0161-486-0743 to book your free consultation and start discussing your individual areas of need.
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We offer both traditional and alternative style funerals to suit your wishes and budget. Whether this is a cremation at a local crematorium, a burial at our own private burial ground or somewhere else, where you may already have a plot reserved. We can also organise a reception/wake or celebration of life at a venue of your choice.
Memorial Park
The park itself is a place of peace – simple and serene. Truly a place of reflection. Families can choose a burial, ash interment or to scatter the ashes of a loved one within the peaceful grounds, with or without a service.
Future Planning
Planning a funeral can be an emotional and difficult process but at Adlington Memorial Park we are here to support you every step of the way.
By choosing a funeral plan you have the opportunity to pre-arrange and pay for your funeral, providing protection for you and your family from unexpected expenses and ensuring the service is carried out according to your wishes.
Funeral Plans from £23.50 per month
Please call 01625 578496 or email enquiries@adlingtonmemorialpark.co.uk and we’ll post or email you further information. We promise not to contact you again unless you ask us to.
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