Chorlton & Whalley Range
index
community
March 2013
View online at www.communityindex.co.uk Delivered FREE to Chorlton homes
2
19 9
Village Specialist Dryincleaners Bridal, Vintage & Silkwear
Est: 30 years
Celebrating 30 years in Chorlton... • Experts at Stain Removal • Ironing Services • Repairs & Alterations
Same Day Service Available Call: 0161 860 4451 or visit: www.villagedrycleaners.com
Special Offer
3 2 Garments Cleaned for the price of
“What can I say about Village Dry Cleaners? Just excellent! Amir, who owns the business, goes above and beyond what is expected and I can whole heartedly recommend his services.
• Curtain Cleaning £5 per kilo (subject to terms & conditions)
• Duvet Cleaning: Single £10 Double £15
Nikki Graeme Owner, The White Closet, Didsbury
See more reviews on www.qype.co.uk
OPEN
TIME
Mon/Tue/Wed/Fri 8.30-5.30pm Thurs (late night)
8.30-7.00pm
Saturday
8.30-4.00pm
LATE NIGHT OPENING
Thursdays till 7pm 38 Manchester Rd, Chorlton, M21 9PH
Tel: 0161 860 4451
to advertise call Lesley: 0787 589 5604 lesley@communityindex.co.uk
Contents 4 8 14
3 Proud members of
In at the Deep End
Leon Horton explores the murky depths of Manchester Diving Club
The story of Fun in the Township Andrew Simpson looks back at Chorltonites making their own entertainment
March in your Garden
Fat Grass Garden Designs are setting some time aside to plan their garden for the coming year
Meet the team
17 20 22 24 28 35
Book Reviews
What’s on Chorlton Bookshop’s book shelf
Chorlton Traders News
News from Chorlton’s very own traders association
Tofu-lery
We show you how you can make your own tofu!
The Community Index
Get involved in your local community...
Sports
Catch up on local sports news with Geoff Garnett
Business Index
Find local businesses and trades
Community
I NDEX
Publisher
Contributions
Contact Us
Community Index
Andrew Simpson, Carol Thompson, Chorlton Bookshop, Katherine Watson, Chorlton Traders, Leon Horton, Geoff Garnett, Bikeright, Sam Paechter
Tel: 0787 589 5604
Editor/Advertising Lesley Swann
lesley@communityindex.co.uk
Design Editor Joe Beech design@communityindex.co.uk
Advertising Joseph Wood joseph@communityindex.co.uk
Cover Photographs Manchester Diving Group, Andrew Simpson & Geoff Garnett
Advertising Deadline for the April Edition 19th March 2013
lesley@communityindex.co.uk Community Index 2nd Floor 583 Barlow Moor Rd Chorlton M21 8AE
www.communityindex.co.uk
@communityindex
4
In at the Deep End
W
hen I’m adrift in the backstreets of Chorlton, often dredging my mind for the title for an article, I sometimes notice things for the first time. What? There’s a road called Robert Shaw Avenue? Anyone who’s a fan of Jaws (and we are legion) knows why that name has me reaching for my camera. I, for one, am still afraid to go into the water.
But if you’re not afraid of the water (or even if you are) then you might be interested to learn of another aquaticrelated landmark on our dry shores - the Manchester Diving Group. Moored alongside Chorlton bus station, this mock Tudor building has long held a fascination for me: What goes on in there? Is it a pool or something?
Leon Horton
formerly known as The Sunlight House Divers, is a long and fascinating one reaching back to World War II. After the war, servicemen who had been trained to dive by the military continued to pursue the activity in civilian life, and in 1950 - with interest from the public growing - the first incarnation of MDG was set up.
Well, thanks to a recent visit, I can now reveal all. And the short answer is no, it’s not a pool. What it is, though, is a clubhouse and licensed bar, walls adorned with marine life and maritime booty (much of which has been reclaimed from the sea by their own members); and what they offer is the opportunity to learn how to scuba dive.
However, with rationing still affecting all aspects of everyday life, there was so little money available that members had to make their own wetsuits, and even fashioned oxygen tanks from old gas cylinders. Thankfully, that’s all in the past and these days the club provides all the latest gear (bar the wetsuit) and training for any budding Jacques Cousteaus out there.
The history of the club,
The training schedule, which
5
“Did you know that the Titanic’s sister ship, the Oceanic, lies two miles off the coast of Scotland? ... The Manchester Diving Group do.
was adopted by the British Sub Aqua Club, starts with basic underwater skills at Chorlton Baths - before moving on to inland ‘quarry diving’ at Eccleston Delph, a five star diving facility in Lancashire. After that, the seabed is your oyster as you head out into open waters and visit some
of the most famous diving sites available. Did you know that the Titanic’s sister ship, the Oceanic, lies two miles off the coast of Scotland? Or that the forerunner to the Cutty Sark, the Normancourt, sank in less than three metres off Anglesey? The Manchester Diving Group do. They’ve been to both. And if you start training now, you could be down there with them on one of their next excursions, both here and abroad. All they ask is that you’re over 18 (16 with
parental consent) and that you’re in reasonably good health. Who knows? You might even find some treasure. If you’d like to become a member of MDG and learn how to scuba dive or simply join as a non-diving associate, you can contact the club on 0161 881 9050 or visit their website at: www.manchesterdiving.org.uk
Beauty • Hair • Bridal • IPL 35% off Permanent Hair Removal
Semi-Permanent Eyelash extension £45 introductory offer
Ladies Only Salon 229 Wilmslow Road, Rusholme, Manchester M14 MLW Tel : (0161) 257 2555
www.hair-salon-manchester.com
6
GUITAR/SONGWRITING LESSONS • Learn songs, styles or grades • Fun and informal • I travel to you • Lessons start from £11 • 5 years+ teaching
Top Tutors for better futures!
adults and children • Fully CRB checked
Experienced and qualified teachers tutoring:
Gift cards available
• 11+ exam preparation • KS 2 & 3 English & Maths
Call: 07906 203388
• GCSE Science, Maths & English • A-level Maths & Physics
domkearne@gmail.com www.dominickearne.com
Call Vanessa: 07832 235136
ACUPUNCTURE
LOW COST - HIGH QUALITY TWO CLINICS, TWO VENUES Wednesdays at: City Centre 24 Mount Street Manchester 24 Mount St, Manchester, M2 M2 3NN.3NN A workers co-operative and social enterprise trading under the name of Manchester Accessible Acupuncture Project CIC.
Thursdays at: Manchester Metropolitan University Elizabeth Gaskell Campus Hathersage Road M13 0JA
tel | 07590 903 714
www.acupunctureworks.org.uk 24 Mount St, Manchester, M2 3NN. A workers co-operative and social enterprise trading under the name of Manchester Accessible Acupuncture Project CIC.
The Chorlton Handyman City & Guilds multi skilled Tradesman
Carpentry • Joinery • Electrical • Plumbing Kitchens • Fencing • Built in Furniture • Decks Gates • Shelves • Locks • Hardware
call Nick
0777 852 3088
Domestic & Commercial Small works always welcome
Public Liability Insurance Environmentally Aware
v
We clean your oven… so you don’t have to Call today to have your oven, hob, extractor or Aga professionally cleaned Ian Glancy Mob Tel: 07580 765765
www.ovenwizards.com
• professional garden design • full construction service • planting • driveway • tree surgery • fencing & hedging • free initial consultation
0781 0147 070
info@greendesigns.eu
www.greendesigns.eu
7 We’ve move d upsta irs!
on the
Ryan Baker Estate Agents is an independent agency based in Chorlton, Manchester.
now 2nd F lo
or
Whether you are buying, selling, letting or require property management, we are here to help. At Ryan Baker, we pride ourselves in excellent customer service, proactive sales approach, help and guidance throughout the sale and purchase procedure. Mortgage & Life/illness advice also offered at our offices. With 14 years financial experience between us, working for a high street bank, you can be assured that you are always dealt with professionalism and respect. So, try us, you will not be disappointed! Promotions: Let your property for ÂŁ199 (No VAT), Management of your property if you wish @ 7% (NO VAT) Sell your property for 0.75% of the sale price (No VAT) 2nd Floor, 583 Barlow Moor Rd, Chorlton, M21 8AE
Tel : 0161 637 9233
Opening Hours : Monday - Friday 10am to 5pm
Discover a healthier happier creative you in 2013 Authentic Yoga classes and workshops in Chorlton with Mick Timpson info@yogalifemanchester.com www.yogalifemanchester.org 07808 501765
8
B
The story of
Fun in the Township
ack in April we were on the green enjoying the Horse & Jockey’s 500th celebrations with a travelling Shakespeare company.
It was a lot of fun and took me back to just under 170 years ago and similar fun on the green. In the long hot summer of 1847 many in the township would have been thinking of the harvest to come and if it turned out to be a good one then the harvest celebrations might also be well remembered. This would begin with the harvest home, where the last wagon loaded with the harvest would be decorated and escorted back accompanied by wives workers and children.
Later there would be the special harvest supper where the farmer rewarded his workers with food, alcohol and music. Later still there would be the religious thanksgiving. Such celebrations only served to underline the rural aspect of so much of what passed for customs and entertainment in the first half of our century. Many of these dated back well into the past and were mirrored across the country, some even surviving as pale imitations in the nearby towns. They incorporated elements of popular history, frivolity and an ever present eye to making money. Processions of locals dressed in outlandish clothing
and carrying all manner of props visited the homes of the gentry and farmers putting on a show and expecting rewards in return. And these rewards were often seen as a means of eking out a household budget. Here in the township some of the most important were played out during Easter week. By far the most spectacular was the custom of pace egging where a group of the younger villagers would dress up and act out the story of St George triumphing over his enemies. Dressed “with cardboard, tinsel, ribbon, calico, etc., of various colours, and presenting a very gaudy appearance, [they] would set off on the dawn of Good Friday for a tour of the village and the surrounding district, calling at the farmsteads, various residences, and public-houses, the occupants of which, expecting the call, were quite prepared to receive them. The company comprised “Open the Door,” “Saint George,” “Bold Slasher,” “Black Morocco King,” “Doctor,” “Doubt,” and “The
Devil,” and each carried a sword, with the exception of the doctor, who carried a large stick and bottle. One of the number was dressed as a lady, whose duty it was to carry the basket for the receipt of eggs and other gifts.” In this form or something similar it was acted out across the country. In most plays St George would vanquish his opponent who would then be revived by the doctor and this well befitted Easter with its message of death and rebirth. Here as elsewhere part of the fun would be the interaction between the crowd and the players. Our “lady” who in some places was known as Tosspot
Buy Andrew Simpson’s Book “The Story of Chorlton-CumHardy” or visit him online at chorltonhistory. blogspot.com/
9
“In most plays St George would vanquish his opponent who would then be revived by the doctor and this well befitted Easter with its message of death and rebirth. carried the basket for collecting the gifts on one arm freeing the other hand to hold a long straw tail full of sharp pins. This she would swing at
We hope you’ll prove kind with your eggs and strong beer
performances were outside one of the local pubs. They may well have been welcomed at the homes of the wealthy like James Holt and Daniel Sharp and the better off farmers, but it was the pubs which offered that little bit more. For here there would be an audience whose generosity was fuelled by the beer and a landlord who would reap the benefit as the crowd celebrated the fun of the event with a drink. And as the players moved off to the next venue there would be a procession of children following them adding to the noise and fun of the event.
And we’ll come no more nigh you until next year. “
Part one of ‘How we had fun in the Township’
And for some of our actors it would have been the beer which was the added attraction particularly when the
Image from the authors own collection
anyone who tried to grab the basket while at the same time encouraging all the onlookers to make a contribution. Only when the basket was deemed full did the play begin and after the valiant fight, some knock about humour and ribald exchanges with the audience the play would finish with a variation of the Pace Egging Song, “Here’s one or two Jolly Boys, all of one mind We’ve come a Pace-Egging, and hope you’ll prove kind
HMC Professional Painters & Decorators Domestic & Commercial Interior & Exterior Local Decorator Call Harry:
0161 881 7982
07799 107 741
25% off in February & March
Free Estimates All Work Guaranteed Over 30 years experience
Andrew Simpson
CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANERS • • • • • •
FAST DRYING SYSTEM FREE STAIN & ODOUR REMOVAL STAINGUARD PROTECTION 10% RETIRED PERSONS DISCOUNT ALL WORK IS FULLY INSURED ALL FURNITURE MOVED BY OPERATIVE
We are a local company based in Chorlton Fully trained to NCCA standards Ring or email for a FREE ESTIMATE
07742 369 231
or leave a message on 0161 881 4822 contact@pro-fresh.co.uk www.pro-fresh.co.uk
y management department
aluation service
ThePurple
Pages
another agent you should check e instructing JP & Brimelow.
Welcome... To JP & Brimelow’s Purple Pages. This month we introduce you to Carole, Sales Negotiator at the Chorlton office and six of the best properties currently offered for sale in Chorlton. To arrange a viewing give me a call on 0161 882 2233.
Edward Ellis MNAEA Director
Have you spotted Cliff the Bull, our new fleet car? www.jpbrimelow.co.uk
THE CREAM OF MANCHESTER ESTATE AGENTS If you’re considering a move, call your leading
estate agent and we’ll explain What’s special about independent Chorlton why we take some topping.as a place? Extensive coverage with our unique inter-office networking
Property website updated daily along with Rightmove Local press advertising in colour per office SMS text alerts and email updates
I love that Chorlton is quite Bohemian and independent with a laid back feel to it. There is such a really varied range of people from musicians to professors. You can never be sure who you are going to sell a house to and most people are genuinely very friendly. Floorplans as standard
Accompanied viewing 7 days a week
Competitive and flexible fees - No Sale, No Fee
Lettings and property management department Free, no obligation valuation service
If you have already instructed another agent you should check the terms of agreement before instructing JP & Brimelow.
s Manager
Carole - Sale
How long have you worked at JP & Brimelow? I’m in my 8th year. Describe your job role. I should do everything (according to Eddie I’m his left hand man), however I look after all the sales for him in the Chorlton office. Once a sale has been agreed, I work with our vendors, buyers and solicitors for both parties to get the sale through to exchange and completion as smoothly as possible. It’s very satisfying on completion day to see happy clients and buyers and I often receive lovely gifts such as flowers and wine.
430 Barlow Moor Rd Chorlton M21 8AD
JP&Brimelow, cream of the crop!
Where’s your favourite restaurant or café in Chorlton for a lunch time meal? Too many to choose from, Croma and the Lead Station are favourites but I love The Horse & Jockey, their fat chips are delicious! What are your hobbies and interests out of the wonderful world of JP & Brimelow? I enjoy reading and watching films on the sofa with my man. I love spending time with the kids and my family, going out for meals and a nice glass of wine. An occasional night out with the girls for a giggle and dance is a real stress buster.
SALES: 0161 882 2233 chorlton@jpbrimelow.co.uk
JP & Brimelow are proud members of Chorlton Traders association and are delighted to support both Green Chorlton and Tag Passiton.
LETTINGS: 0161 882 2244 chorltonlettings@jpbrimelow.co.uk
he ft
xo Si
.. st. be
21 Crossland Road
£200,000
226 Ryebank Road
£475,000
45 Albermarle Road
£275,000
24 Wilton Road
£325,000
6 Holwood Drive
£345,000
27 Egerton Road North £450,000
www.jpbrimelow.co.uk
@jpandbrimelow
Offices also in Didsbury 0161 448 0622 & Withington 0161 445 9700
As simple as a smile on the face of a child.
The UK mortgage market has never been more complex and making the right choices can often be a daunting prospect. At Browns Financial Services, we give simple, sensible and smart mortgage advice. Now that’s something to smile about.
Brown Financial Services | Simple, sensible, smart mortgage advice.
Call us today on 0161 976 2628 to find out more.
For most people their mortgage payment is the largest monthly outgoing. As the UK Mortgage Market has never been more complex making the right choices can be a daunting prospect. At Brown Financial Services we believe that by providing simple, sensible, mortgage & protection advice we can help our clients make fully informed decisions giving them the confidence that they are getting the right deal from the start. We are committed to offering a tailor-made personal and professional service and aim to exceed expectations on every level, specialising in finding the best mortgage product to suit your particular needs. We also know that although many customers prefer the option of face to face advice it is not always convenient to meet a mortgage specialist in their office environment. With this in mind not only do we offer appointments at the JP & Brimelow offices in Chorlton or Withington but we also offer face to face appointments via Skype giving you the face to face advice experience from a location of your choice. Alternatively you are welcome to call to make a telephone enquiry. Our charges are usually £149 if the mortgage advance is £100,000 or below, no fee is charged if the mortgage advance is £100,001 or above In addition to this we will also be paid a procuration fee from the lender.
Areas of advice include • Residential & Buy-to-Let mortgages • Re-mortgages • Shared Equity/Shared Ownership • Life & Critical illness cover • Income Protection • Family Income Benefit • Buildings & Contents insurance
Appointments now available on Skype: brendanbrownfs
To make an appointment or to simply find out more about the services we offer contact Brown Financial Services at: Brendan@brownfinancialservices.co.uk Tel. 0161 976 2628 Mob. 07764 942896 Skype: brendanbrownfs Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage. Registered in England and Wales Number: 78564507. Brown Financial Services Ltd is an Appointed Representative of Pink Home Loans. Pink Home Loans is a trading name of Advance Mortgage Funding Limited.
Be rewarded for shopping local
On
ly £
5
Are you a business or organisation in Chorlton? Would you like to support the shop local and independent movement in Chorlton? And by doing so raise much needed funds for local Chorlton charities and groups such as Green Chorlton, Chorlton Good Neighbours, Barlow Moor Community Centre & St John’s PTA. These are all groups which actively promote the TAG! community Loyalty scheme to their members and supporters. Thanks to a Manchester Cash Grant we can sell you TAG! cards for £5 each and all the money you pay will be donated on your behalf to one of these local Chorlton groups or you may choose your own Chorlton group.. By buying TAG! cards for yourself, your employees, customers, clients or other groups, you can help to raise much needed funds for local Chorlton charities and groups. A big thank you to JP& Brimelow, Epicerie Ludo and Maple Kitchen & Bathrooms & who have already between them raised over £900 for local charities using the TAG! Community Loyalty scheme this way. For enquiries please email carol@ tagpassiton.com or using the contact page on our website www.tagpassiton.com
Use your card in
Chorlton, Chorlton Market and Didsbury
@tagpassiton
14
March in your Garden
M
arch is a good planning time as the month steers us into spring but also because the full pelt of summer has yet to appear on the bare bones of the garden and we still have the opportunity to plan our shapes and schemes for the coming year. One of the key things to think about when planning an outside space is the balance of elements. Evaluate the size of your space and try to balance the zones (i.e. lawn, planting beds, patio/seating area) so that each is properly represented – a tiny lawn and huge planting beds can look
very unbalanced but equally, all lawn and little planting can look very bland despite the need to crowbar in an enormous swing-set. Often a seating area in a small garden is reduced to make way for more of the other elements but this can be short sighted – a tiny deck always looks odd. Other things to think about in larger gardens is how to create different and interesting spaces (again with an eye on how this is balanced) so the whole space isn’t seen at once. These spaces could be delineated by planting or simple pergolas. Of course, it is also about priorities and use, and for some gardeners the preference is to be more organic in the planning stages, popping in what comes to hand
Garden Design Planting Advice Consultation Service Project Managment
07989968841 www.fatgrass.co.uk
or is given throughout the year. Others have a perpetual eye on how the outside space is viewed as a whole, bringing to bear the design lexicon of shape, form and function early in the year. Both approaches can make beautiful gardens but the former takes some skill to make it work properly and whilst I can be rigorous in planning other peoples gardens, in my own garden I have been seduced by a romantic temperament at times. These discussions have also been had in the most spectacular of our nations gardens. In 1946, the author Harold Nicolson wrote about an afternoon argument with Vita Sackville-West in their Sissinghurst garden brought about by Vita’s wish to ‘jab in’ left over plants with no regard to planning or design. He goes on to say: “The tragedy of the romantic temperament is that it dislikes form so much that it ignores the effect of colour. She wants to put in stuff which ‘will give a lovely red colour in the autumn’. I wish to put in stuff which will furnish shape to the perspective. In the end we part, not as friends.”
Katherine Watson, Fat Grass Garden Designs
Belgian Chocolates hand-made in store. Personalised gifts & truffles for every occasion, or why not join us for one of our truly indulgent hot chocolates! | 492 Wilbraham Road, Chorlton, Manchester, M21 9AS | T. 0161 881 1669 | Simon Dunn Advert p2.indd 1
14/2/13 20:00:09
Interactive Storytelling • Safari Origami • Giant Jellyfish Making • Creative Writing • Dance Classes • Poi Spinning Workshops • Yoga & Meditation • Baby Massage • Daytime parent classes with creche facility thejellyrishro oms@gmail.com facebo ok.com/thejellyfishro oms www.bignoticeboard.co.uk/chorlton/the-jellyfish-ro oms 583 Barlow Mo or Road, Chorlton M21 8AE
16
Responsible financial advice for a world of difference We’re still here! With more than 20 years of providing ethical financial advice in South Manchester the Gaeia name will be known to many of you. Despite moving from Didsbury to central Manchester we continue to look after many loyal clients in the area. Since our merger with Castlefield, we’re now part-owned by a charitable foundation, our employees and even our clients – unusual in financial services! Whether you are an individual, business, charity or not-for-profit organisation, Gaeia can provide a financial planning service which incorporates both your ethical values and your financial needs.
• Ethical savings & investment advice • Prudent pensions & retirement planning • Income protection & health insurance • Ethical financial advice for businesses • Investment management for Charities and not-for-profit organisations
Contact us at our new office: 0161 233 4550, 1 Portland Street, Manchester M1 3BE. Visit us at www.gaeia.com SGCOMINDX/101212
Gaeia is a trading name of Castlefield Gaeia Limited, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority. Registered in England and Wales No. 04605261. Registered office 3 Brook Office Park, Folly Brook Road, Emersons Green, Bristol BS16 7FL
405388_Gaeia Chorley_Dids Index_93.5x137w_V2.indd 1
et ern Int ILITY FAC
Now Open 0161 226 3000
mediterranean CAFE
Jasmine
10/12/2012 14:21
just opene
d
Arabic Restaurant in Chorlton
* All day Breakfasts * Coffees & Snacks
Take away & delivery available
* Baguettes & Paninis * Traditional Lunches
within 6 mile radius min. order £10
20% off lunch time menu 11-5pm
* Healthy Salads
Open every day, 9 til late
* Cakes & Desserts
We cater for weddings, birthdays & any special occasions
126 Withington Road, Whalley Range M16 8FB
Phone : 0161 881 1442 569 Barlow Moor Rd, Chorlton M21 8AE
Book Reviews Capital
John Lanchester Set in one South London street, this novel features a whole host of universally recognisable characters. Innocently going about their lives they are all disturbed one day when they receive a mysterious postcard. The postcard reads “We want what
HHhH
Laurent Binet Only just out in paperback, this unusual novel is receiving all kinds of praise and award nominations. The strange title, when translated into German means “Himmler’s brain is called Heydrich”. Heydrich was the evil behind the holocaust and actually came up with the Final Solution. This factual novel deals with the build up to and
101 Poems for Children: A Laureate’s Choice Carol Ann Duffy A children’s poetry anthology isn’t a new idea by any means, but this is wonderfully well done. What makes it special is the stylish presentation, and the sheer quality of
17 21
from Chorlton Bookshop
you have”. Who is behind these messages? However this is simply one of the many subplots which makes up this many layered novel. The title refers not only to London but to our love of money and all it can offer. The novel also explores what happens when this wealth is taken away suddenly as the plot follows the beginning of the current financial crisis. Although plot is very important
in this story the characters really are at the centre. They are fantastically described and could be found in any city suburb. This is a really good read which deals with current political and social issues. Described as a “State of the Nation” novel this may well be read in years to come by people studying the current horrific financial situation we are in and how we got there!
brutal reprisals of Heydrich’s death in Prague 1942. Even the page layout is unusual, written in 257 chapters with no page numbers. Calling this book a novel seems misleading. Although narrated by a fictional narrator who is himself trying to create a novel, everything he writes about is based on fact. This causes him all kinds of creative problems as surely it’s a novelist’s role to make things up. In this situation so much is known and documented he finds it almost impossible to create original dialogue
between characters as much of it has already been written down by actual witnesses. However the author does succeed in creating an original take on a horrific period of Czech history. This book will definitely appeal to those with an interest in WW II but also those looking for something a bit different. If this proves to be too much of a clinical read I recommend “The Visible World”, written by Mark Slouka. This also deals with the assassination and its reprisals as well as the guilt of those that survived the war.
the selections. Rather than rattling off the same old choices, Duffy looks to expand young readers’ horizons by including work by classic writers - Yeats, Coleridge, Auden, Emily Dickinson – as well as contemporary poets like Ian McMillan, Jackie Kay and John Hegley. Simply put, if it’s good, it’s in. There’s no segregation by era either, just an intelligent, gently thematic running order that weaves the lot together. Bold,
surprising, entertaining and full of variety, it’s marbled through with subtle illustrations by children’s favourite Emily Gravett. Editor Carol Ann Duffy, the current Poet Laureate, is herself an experienced children’s author (and South Manchester resident to boot). This beautiful, nifty little volume speaks of a genuinely love of poetry and could well inspire one in turn.9-12 years (paperback due May 2013)
Stretford Office: 164 Barton Rd Stretford Manchester, M32 8DP Tel: 0161 865 9220 stretford@tradingplaces.co.uk
Chorlton Office: 571 Barlow Moor Rd Chorlton Manchester, M21 8AE Tel: 0161 860 0000 chorlton@tradingplaces.co.uk
Stockport Office: 410 Reddish Road Stockport SK5 7AA Tel: 0161 442 5033 stockport@tradingplaces.co.uk
Thinking of selling? We’ve got it covered! Trading Places have been selling houses in Stretford, Chorlton, Old Trafford and Whalley Range for 15 years. Over the last few years we have noticed more people than ever moving between the areas and have recently refurbished our Stretford office as well as opening in the heart of Chorlton.
Our Stretford office has a client base of first time buyers who either rent in the area or bought there as they couldn’t initially afford Chorlton.
Our Chorlton office has clients who want to downsize and become mortgage free whilst still being in touching distance of Chorlton town centre.
Therefore when it comes to selling, offering two offices for the price of one means nobody covers it better! If you are thinkng of selling or even changing agent please call us on
0161 860 0000 or 0161 865 9220 to arrange your free market appraisal!
www.tradingplaces.co.uk We would like to bring to your attention that if you have already instructed another Agent, we would advise you to check any Agreement you may have to ensure that you are not liable for more than one commission by instructing Trading Places as your Agents.
19
Select Plumbing & Heating Central Heating Installation Power Flushing Servicing & Repairs Gas Cooker & Fire Installations Landlord Safety Certificates All types of Plumbing Work Fully Tiled Bathrooms Contact Tony Goss 0161 865 6657 07973 908 592
881 8162
Domestic & Commercial Electricians For all general electrical work
• No call out charge • Free estimates • Fully guaranteed
www.chorltonelectric.co.uk
Acorn
CHIMNEY SWEEPING SERVICES
Call John 0161 445 3650 Gas Safe
Registered No. 196842
NACS member
open fires, boilers Agas, multi-fuel stoves, birds nests removed www.acornchimneysweepingservices.co.uk
• rewires, repairs & alterations • fire and burglar alarm systems • inspection & testing inc. P.A.T.
Call Andrew on 07729 241 860 or visit www.amelectricalandalarm.co.uk
20
Chorlton Traders News
A
pproximately 30 members of the business community joined the inaugural meeting of Chorlton Traders Association (CTA) at the end of January. We were delighted to be joined by Stewart Chitty, Community Police Constable, Kirsteen Armitage, South Manchester Regeneration Team and Mark Glynn, South Manchester Neighbourhood Delivery Team. We discussed the core principles of CTA in terms of making Chorlton a retail destination, increasing footfall for retail organisations, creating opportunities for business-to-business networking and sharing best
practice.
In addition to the great networking opportunities, on a practical level CTA is for instance exploring how Chorlton can be developed as a healthy and sustainable environment in which to do business, capitalising on the arrival and extension to Didsbury of Metrolink, reducing graffiti, creating awareness of scams, etc. An immediate project for our local community, in conjunction with the Council and JP & Brimelow estate agent, is the introduction of a number of planters around the district centre. CTA is working closely with Green Chorlton in terms of the stocking
and maintenance of the forthcoming planters. If you have a business in Chorlton and would like further information about joining, please email chorlton@ choltontraders.co.uk Roland Baskeyfield
Chorlton Traders Independents £25 Larger businesses £75 Working from Home? £15
Next Meeting Thursday 11th April 6-7.30pm Chorlton Library chorlton@chorltontraders.co.uk
www.chorltontraders.co.uk
Get fit, get confident, get freewheeling!
21
D
espite the saying, you can forget how to ride a bike. A large percentage of adults never learnt to ride a bike as a child or have lost the confidence to do so. Fortunately help is at hand, and if one of your New Year resolutions is to get fit and be more active then there are some free cycle training sessions available to Manchester residents through BikeRight! Freewheeling to help. So if you’re someone returning to cycling after a few years break, a leisure cyclist wanting to improve technique or a commuter who is nervous about busy roads and complex junctions then take a look at Freewheeling. Liz Clarke, BikeRight!s MD says: “The sessions are designed to get you on your bike and enjoying all the benefits that brings such as
Freewheeling!
Free adult cycle safety skills sessions www.bikeright.co.uk/ freewheeling or call 0161 230 7007 See website for terms and conditions
improved health, more energy and savings to your travel costs. Cycling is also just great fun, weather riding to work or going on a family trip at the weekends, everyone enjoys a bike ride.” Here’s an overview of what’s on offer: · Trainees are allowed up to 3 sessions, each lasting for approx. 2 hours · Freewheeling is designed and run by the UKs leading cycle training organisation · The sessions cover every skill level, from learning to ride through to advanced urban cycling and everything in between · All Freewheeling instructors are National Cycle Training Standards qualified and first aid trained · Female instructors are available upon request · Courses take place in East Manchester – see website for details · All bookings are taken on-line at www. bikeright.co.uk/freewheeling Here’s what people who have been on a Freewheeling course are saying: “Learning to be able to ride a bike at 62 and not made to feel stupid. Great.” “I’m 57 and never thought I’d be able to ride a bike – and now I can! Yay.” “Just wanted to pass on my thanks to the instructors at the training on Saturday. As someone who is just returning to cycling I feel a great deal safer and more confident on the roads as a result.”
22
Home made tofu anyone?
Making your own tofu is easy! This is a simple, rough and ready method of making this popular and nourishing food. Traditionally the soy milk is curdled using magnesium chloride or nigari but we’re just going to use vinegar or lemon juice. We’re also going to use ready-made soy milk, although we might show you how to make that in a later edition. You will need: • 1l unsweetened soy milk (these days they call it drink) • About 15ml or 3 teaspoons of vinegar or lemon juice • An improvised tofu press (see below) • A clean tea towel • A heavyish object which fits inside your tofu press • A pan which easily contains the soy milk • A cooling rack or colander and a mixing bowl First you’ll need to improvise a tofu press. This needs to be a container with holes for the soya whey to flow out of and a lid to press down on the soy curds. It could be a colander and a small plate, a cutlery drainer and a storage jar or you could drill holes in and trim the lid of a 1l plastic storage box.
cloth into the bowl, fold the rest of the tea towel over the curd, cover with your lid and place a heavy object on top to press the tofu and leave for 30 minutes or so while the rest of the whey drains into the mixing bowl. Feel free to encourage it by pressing down on the weight every so often.
small white particles floating in a clearish, yellowish liquid. If this doesn’t happen, add another teaspoon or so of vinegar or lemon juice, and briefly return to the heat, stiring until it is fully curdled. 3 Leave the pan to cool and for the curds to settle out.
1 Pour the soy milk into a large pan. Place on a moderate heat until nearly, but not quite boiling - around 95°C if you fancy using a thermometer. 2 Quickly stir in the vinegar or lemon juice and remove from the heat. The soy milk should curdle and look like
4 While the curds are cooling line your tofu press with the tea towel and place it either on the cooling rack over the mixing bowl or in the colander in the mixing bowl. 5 Carefully pour the contents of the pan into the press. Once most of the whey has drained through the
6 When the contents of the cloth feels firmish, turn it out onto a plate and Bob’s your uncle! Sam Paechter
24 28 Wellbeing Oneness Deeksha Meditation Saturdays 11am-12, at The Didsbury Parsonage, Stenner Lane, Didsbury M20 2RQ. The Oneness Deeksha Meditation is a channeling of Divine Energy through touch which can help the recipient to relax and Awaken to higher levels of Conscious Awareness. Research shows a shift in the bioelectrical activity in the brain, allowing a shift in the perception of life, and peace from the mind. Previous conflicts & struggles are no longer perceived or experienced as challenging. Donation £2. Enquiries to Christine 07734 072040.
Clubs, Societies & Groups Bookgroup at the Horse & Jockey Tues March 19th 7.45pm Shappi Khorsandi “A Beginners Guide to Acting English” Chorlton Aikido Club Wednesdays 7.30-9.30pm St Ninians, Wilbraham Rd www.lancashireaikikai.org 861 8456 Community Allotment & Apiary Scott Avenue Allotment 07973139068 07521500223 uk.groups.yahoo.com/ group/grow_for_it/ Chorlton Bridge Club Christine Blackburn Tel: 225 8854 www.bridge webs.com/chorlton Chorlton Civic Society Next meeting Tuesday 12th March 7.30pm Chorlton Library meeting room.
Community Chair - Jenny Slee 0757 0879 091 www. chorltoncivicsociety. org.uk Chorlton Evening Townswomens Guild Meet every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month at 7.30pm Chorlton Library. 0161 881 6354 Chorlton Good Neighbours 881 2925 goodneighbours@ btconnect.com Chorlton History Group meets on the 1st Thursday of the month at 1.30pm - 3pm at Chorlton Good Neighbours St Nininians Church, Egerton Rd South Chorlton Knits 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at Oddest Bar Chorlton Philosophy Group Meets every Tuesday at 7.30pm, upstairs at the Lloyds pub. All welcome sites.google.com/site/ chorltonphilosophygroup Chorlton Reading Group Once a month in the meeting room behind Chorlton library 7.30pm All welcome 881 1813 chorltonreadersgroup@ gmail.com Coffee and Craft Mornings at Chorlton Good Neighbours. Meet friends and have a coffee, with arts and crafts group. Thursday’s 10-11.30am Wilbraham St Ninian’s Church 881 2925 www.cgncg.org.uk Intergen Volunteer opportunities for Chorlton residents 55+ to work with local primary school children. Estelle Longmore 881
7693 or 07946761785 www.intergen.org.uk Friends of Alexandra Park 226 7525 www.friends ofalexandrapark.org.uk Friends of Chorlton Meadows 881 6276 www.friendsofchorlton meadows.blogspot.com Friends of Longford Park info@folp.co.uk friendsoflongfordpark. org.uk Manchester Flower Lovers’ Guild St Werburghs Church Hall, Chorlton Anne 881 6591 flowersnorthwest.net Shakespeare House Community Centre Whalley Range M16 8NR, 823205 admin@r-squared.org.uk Simply Cycling Longford Park, Athletics Stadium Mon & Fri -9.30 Noon, Sun 1 - 3pm All abilties and ages welcome Contact Sue 07753428937 Helen 07871621778 www.simply-cycling.org St. Clements Fellowship Contact Barbara Burns on 0161 881 5912 or Ida Bradshaw on 0161 861 7158 for information Whalley Range Cricket & Lawn Tennis Club every Friday indoor cricket nets :Years 5 & 6: 6.30-7.30; Years 7-10: 5.30-6.60: Seniors (16+): 7.30-8.30. £4 Springbridge Road, William Hulme Grammar School Whalley Range Forum JN8 Youth & Community Centre, 82 Cromwell Ave, M16 0BG 881 3744 info@ whalleyrange.org www. whalleyrange.org Whalley Range 4 Wildlife
I N D E X
wr4wildlife@yahoo.co.uk www.wr4wildlife. wordpress.com
Health & Fitness Pilates classes at Firswood Community Centre, Longford Park. Tues 8 - 9 pm, Wed 6.15 7.15 & 7.30 - 8.30 pm. Contact Danielle 07511 354 745 www. evolutionpilates.co.uk (Body Control Pilates trained). Alexander Technique One-to-one sessions in Chorlton & Didsbury, group daytime classes. Contact: Sue Fleming on 861 8848, 07796470163 www.alexandertechnique. co.uk The Yoga Rooms Thursday 10-11.15am Drop-in Yoga (all levels) Friday 10-11am Drop-in Pilates (all levels) Full Programme at www. theyogarooms.co.uk Pilates Classes Sarah 07776196504 www. energyflowfitness.co.uk
Arts & Crafts Alex Jerman Photography Photography & Camera Training, one to ones, workshops www. alexjermanphotography. com Battyandgorgeous www.battyandgorgeous. com Beetlefelt Craft Workshops Carol Mowl Tel: 881 6309 www.beetlefelt.co.uk Chorlton Art Group Meets each Tuesday, 10.00 to 12.00 at St. Werbergh’s church hall,
Community Chorlton. Come along for a chat, a cup of coffee or a quiet painting session. More details from Brenda at brensidebeck@aol.com Chorlton Players Present Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’ Thurs March 21st to Sat March 23rd at St Werburgh’s Hall, Chorlton, M21 0TL Tickets £6/£4 available at www.chorltonplayers.com Chorlton Sewing Club 1st Thursday of the month 7.30 - 9.30pm Chorlton Library chorltonsewing. wordpress.com Creative Recycling Gallery 40 Beech Rd M21 9EL craftscreativecourses. co.uk Drum & Percussion Group Playing Brazilian and Cuban rhythms. Thursday 7-9pm St. Margarets Church, Whalley Range Sue 226 4311 The Edge Theatre and Arts Centre Manchester Rd, Chorlton Tel: 282 9776 www.watersedgearts.com Making Miniatures Group 4th Monday of the month, 8pm Scout Hut, English Martyrs Church, Alexandra Rd South, M16 Contact Ann 07814 861 285 Ministry of Craft 07850 894 752 www. ministryofcraft.co.uk Rubbish Revamped www.rubbishrevamped. org.uk South Manchester Camera Club Club Meets Monday nights at 8pm Didsbury Methodist Church M20 5LR www.smcc.org.uk
Sewing Courses at Pottery Corner, Beech Rd Basic Sewing Skills, Mon 7-9pm - starts 8th April Contact Ruth Tel: 881 9861 ruthlazarus227@ btinternet.com
Music & Entertainment Chorlton Film Institute Samsara Thursday 21st March 2013. Doors open 8.10 pm - Film starts 8.30 pm Entrance £5 St Clements Church Chorlton Folk Club Thursdays 9pm Ellesmere Rd Cricket Club Folk Songs and Tunes at The Beech 1st & 3rd Wednesdays for Songs 2nd & 4th for Tunes. Beech Road, Chorlton, M21 9EG Guitar/Songwriting Lessons Dominic Kearne 07906 203388 www. dominickearne.com Manchester Sing Out Choir (Gospel Choir) If you enjoy singing - this is the place to be. Every Tuesday 7-9pm St Johns Centre, Old Trafford www. manchestersingoutchoir. org msochoir@live.co.uk
Therapy & Support Groups Café Spirit Meets 2nd Monday of the month at Copperfields Café in Chorlton 7.30pm Lesley 882 0848 Email: cafespirit@live.com Chorlton Anxiety Group 226 3871 Manchester Institute for Psychotherapy 454 Barlow Moor Rd, Chorlton, M21 0BQ 0161 862 9456 www.mcpt. co.uk
New Family Social UK charity for LGBT adopters, foster carers and their children. Meets every 2 months in south Manchester. newfamilysocial.co.uk Rainbow Families 07903 397 108 rainbowfamilies@ hotmail.com
Useful Numbers Chorlton Library 227 3700 Citizens Advice 0870 126 4094 Manchester City Council 234 5000
I N DE X Index LISTINGS are FREE for Voluntary & Community Groups and our display advertisers offering courses/ classes or running events etc. BUSINESSES £15 per edition £75 for 6 mths £125 for 12 mths email: lesley@ communityindex. co.uk to book
M & H BUILDING CONTRACTORS City & Guilds qualified tradesman with over 10 years experience
• Extensions • Renovations • Plastering General building repairs • Garden wall Re-pointing • Patios • Bricklaying/block work Cheap rates, excellent quality & reliable friendly team
Tel: Stephen Harrison 07912351114 Joe Murphy 07525415612 email: stee_harrison@hotmail.co.uk
Whalley Range CrickeT and Lawn Tennis Club invite you to an open day Sunday 14th April 11am - 5pm
Come along to Kingsbrook Rd and look round the club, have a game of tennis, play cricket in the nets, have a hit with the softball players or have a drink at the bar. You can also join in with the Fun Run! Reduced rates for new members Club house available to hire for birthdays, christenings etc
Call the club on 0161 881 1414 for more details or contact Mike 07894 961530
26
gavin plumbing advert:Layout 1 04/02/2010 10:23 Page 1
evolve joinery
B.G. PLUMBING
Wooden & UPVC windows Internal & external doors Engineered & solid wood floors Stud partition & plasterboard work All aspects of internal joinery Decking & fencing
EXPERIENCED
local plumber Bathrooms and tiling
Bathrooms andleaks tiling Blockages and Blockagesalterations and leaks Pipework Amtico floors fitted Pipework alterations
High quality work for a competitive price
GAVIN HOWARD
For a free quote contact Pete
mobile: 07969 605321 email: howard.bgplumbing@gmail.com 87 Haig Road, Stretford, M32 0DP
07947 242 339 0161 427 9317 evolvejoinery@yahoo.com
WRAS approved, cert no. 28518
Chorlton Gas Ltd N W NNDecorator inaWWest ina West
N
ina est ina est Decorator Decorator
“She’s So Neat” Neat” “She’s So
07958 382 682 07958 382Neat” 682 “She’s So
Decorator 07958 382 682 Interiors, Exteriors Interiors, Exteriors Paper Hanging Paper ColourHanging Advice Colour Advice
Interiors, Exteriors
“She’s So Neat” Paper Hanging Colour Advice
07958 382 682 15 Years Experience Interiors, Exteriors Paper Hanging Colour Advice highly recommended in: freeindex.co.uk
27
Domestic Central Heating and Gas Engineers
Service, installation and breakdown repair on all makes of: Boilers Fires
ob No Jbig too all m or s
Cookers Unvented Hot Water Cylinders Solar Thermal fully qualified • fully insured Gas Safe registered • friendly and reliable • local references available Central heating power flushing service available
Call Kevin for a no obligation quote
07722 731 801 www.chorltongas.co.uk
M Duffin Property Repairs Chimneys Pointing Roofs Gutters
Free Estimates
0161 789 6640 07944 729 608
28
Community Index Sport
Scroungers make it 169
T
he Scroungers Golf Society teamed up again with Chorlton Golf Club to raise another fabulous sum of over £3,000 to buy a powered scooter to help change the life of a severely disabled youngster.
They defied poor weather to enjoy a great day on the Chorlton course and then set about raising funds with donations, fines etc at the après golf dinner before enjoying seeing the 169th scooter they have raised money to buy being presented.
the Scroungers and Chorlton officers.
Her hobbies are wheelchair dancing and latterly wheelchair football and at college she is involved with football, drama and art as well as being a staunch Manchester United fan. Scroungers Captain Len O’Hagan said: “It was another great day for the Scroungers and our thanks go to Chorlton Golf Club for again being very generous hosts and giving terrific support.
The recipient was 12-year-old Katie Gaskell from Salford who attends Oakwood College in Eccles.
“There have never been more than 24 members of the Scroungers over the 20 plus years we have been playing and raising money and this now totals over half a million pounds - a fantastic amount.
Katie suffers from cerebral palsy and Bulber Palsy which inhibits her speech but she made a great effort to thank
“Our members come from a range of clubs such as Saddleworth, Blackley, Oldham and Chorlton and it is great to
Katie receives her scooter from Scroungers and Chorlton officials see the hard work they have put in give such pleasure and life improvement to youngsters such as Katie.”
South West’s good run is ended by leaders
T
here is plenty of local interest in the race for the prestigious Levenshulme Snooker League’s division one title.
South West Manchester CC led by skipper Ronnie Singh (pictured) are in the thick of the action along with the Lauriston Club.
South West enjoyed a run of six wins before leaders Withington Bowls B ended the winning streak.
An emphatic 6-1 score-line sees Withington maintain a three point lead over Longsight CC B team.
Longsight continued Ladybarn’s recent travails as they inflicted their seventh defeat in their last eight games. South West drop into fourth
spot after local rivals Lauriston Club posted a 5-2 win over Levenshulme B to move a point ahead of South West.
29
Olympic legacy a big hit for local athletic club
T
he much vaunted Olympic legacy has certainly made its mark at Trafford Athletic Club in recent weeks.
The club situated at its superb Longford Stadium base on the border of Chorlton and Stretford has had great success over the years in developing young talent through to the top echelons of athletics and has teams of all ages and abilities in the full range of athletic events as well as cross country. It also caters for people who just wish to keep fit and not be involved in competitive athletics with its excellent facilities both on and off the
track.
Since the huge success of the Olympic and Paralympic Games Trafford AC officials are delighted with the influx of juniors to the club. Trafford AC official Mike Harris said: “We have had well over new 100 youngsters between the ages of 8-14 coming down to enjoy the sessions we hold on week night evenings and they are giving our coaches a great boost with their infectious enthusiasm for athletics. “We always welcome
Junior helpers needed at South West
S
outh West Manchester Cricket Club, based just off Wilbraham Road in Chorlton has been proud of its encouragement and development of junior cricket for over 120 years.
They are looking for volunteers to help and support the thriving junior section for next season. Phil Marshall said: “Volunteers don’t need to know anything about cricket to be of help to us but if they do so much the better. “If anyone has any suggestions or would like to offer their time to support any part of the
junior section they can contact me on 07779 116165. “We are holding two junior registration evenings in March and if there are any juniors between nine-17 (boys or girls) who might be interested we would welcome them to come along with parents or guardians to these evenings when we can give them information about teams and training and answer any relevant questions.”
Some of the new young recruits with their coaches youngsters to the club with them of giving them the opportunity to develop their skills but also to enjoy the club socially and anyone interested is invited to come down on a Thursday evening from 6.30pm to see what is on offer or telephone the club on 0161 881 4488.”
Community Sport
Sports clubs are the lifeblood of the local community providing a huge range of opportunities for people of all ages to get into sport. Our area is very rich in such clubs and they rely so much on the voluntary efforts of people to run them and these sports articles try to provide an insight into the huge amount of work done by these volunteers on behalf of their local community. If you have any stories about sport by individuals or teams contact Geoff Garnett on either 0161 881 7550 or email ggggarnett@aol.com
Free Measure Up Service Free Quotations Expert Fitting Service
Call now on 07929918871 info@pricelessflooring.co.uk www.pricelessflooring.co.uk
Carpets • Vinyls • Laminate Wood • Engineered Wood • Artificial Grass Private • Lettings • Landlords • Commercial •Block Management
English Language School Childcare available Ladies only classes
Working with Saudi Cultural bureau
IELTS preparation
ICT Taster courses available
(7 years experience)
ESOL & Citizenship Tuition & Exam Successfully complete the short course and use the certificate to apply for Citizenship, Indefinite Leave to Remain or British Passport
UK Border Agency Approved
Spring Tuition
A-Level, GCSE, 11+ English, Maths, Science, Foreign Languages (Arabic & Urdu)
Starts from ÂŁ5
Tel : 0161 881 1828 2 Selbourne Road, Chorlton, Manchester M21 0BL info@communityrevival.co.uk www.communityrevival.co.uk
32
SARAY CAFÉ BAR AND RESTAURANT
609 Wilbraham Road • Chorlton • M21 9AN www.saraycafebar.co.uk
Every Sunday 1:00pm-5:00pm
‘Builders Bum’ Breakfast
£6.50
Two
t
ROAST our
FULLY LICENSED
Call 0161 881 8292 to book your table
0161 881 8292
COCKTAILS Nip Fizz
Course Roast
We boast ab ou
Taste of Anatolia
£9.50
the Nip and Tipple bar-restaurant
197 Upper Chorlton Road
www.nipandtipple.com
0161 860 7330
Bramble Espresso Martini Cosmopolitan Whisky Sour Margherita
2for1
Every day 6:00pm-8:00pm www.nipandtipple.com
W X 2 N 5RF PXVLF VFK
RRO
COMING SOON TO CHORLTON For a FREE taster lesson go to www.rockoutschool.com/chorlton
or CALL 0161 862 9634 • Weekly lessons with your tutor, learning from our structured course material. • Jam sessions every week playing classic old and new songs.
W V X Q D K 7 H 0RU Q R V V H / F L V $ 0X
• Take part in local gigs throughout the year. • All equipment provided. From complete beginners to intermediates, learning with us is structured, fun and as challenging as you want.
G U I T A R
•
D R U M S
•
B A S S
•
V O C A L S
L EA RN, T HE N JAM EVERY WEEK . PO P I N . . . & R O C K O UT !
34
14
N A Evans
Electrical Services
Family run, serving South Manchester for 25 yrs • • • • •
No job too large, no job too small. Quality above all Energy saving and eco friendly advice and installation Inspection and Testing, Installations, Maintenance and Repairs Weekend and out of hours work All work fully guaranteed and to relevant regulations
Tel: 0161 881 6705 Mob: 07711 032 761 Trustmark / ECA / City and Guilds / Part P and JIB approved/ MIET
Basement Conversions home office • gym • playroom • wine cellar • bathroom • wetroom
Roy Nesbitt 07921 710 563 Mob: 07921 710 563 Tel: 0161 300 0530
northwest
best ce ars basement conversions
www.bestcellarsnw.co.uk Best Cellars North West • Unit 128 • 792 Wilmslow Rd • Didsbury • Manchester • M20 6UG
Business Index Accountancy & Finance Gaeia
16
Arts & Crafts Ruth Lazarus Sewing Lessons
26
The Jellyfish Rooms
15
Building & Maintenance Best Cellars
34
M & H Building Contractors
25
Jasmine Restaurant
16
Mediterranean Cafe
16
Nip & Tipple
32
Saray
32
Simon Dunn Chocolatier
15
Unicorn Grocery
23
Furniture & Joinery Evolve Joinery
Gardens
Chimney Sweep Acorn Chimney Sweeping Services
19
Fat Grass Garden Designs
Bike Right
21
Cleaning
Ovenwizards
6
Profresh Carpet Cleaners
9
Dry Cleaning
Village Dry Cleaners
2
26
14 6
Gas Safe Engineer Chorlton Gas
27
Select Plumbing & Heating
19
Handyman/woman Chorlton Handyman
6
Health & Wellbeing Acupuncture Works
Alexander Technique
6 20
19
Radiant Hair & Beauty
5
Chorlton Electric
19
YogaLife
7
NA Evans Electrical Services
34
Kitchens
AM Electrical & Alarm
Estate Agent JP & Brimelow Ryan Baker Trading Places
Flooring
Price-Less Flooring
Altogether Kitchens
10-12 7 18
Music
30
26
Dom Kearne Guitar/ Songwriting
6
Pharmacy
Everest Pharmacy
Picture Framing Plumbing
27
36
20
BG Plumbing
26
Hana K Plumbing
19
Select Plumbing & Heating
19
Roofer
M Duffin
Traders/Business
27
Chorlton Traders
20
Tagpassiton
13
Tutors
Community Revival Top Tutors
31 6
33
Painting & Decorating Carol Smith Home Improvement
Nina West Paper Hanging Specialist
9
6
Home On The Range
Rock Out! Music School
HMC Painters & Decorators
The House of Bystander
Green Designs
Cycling
Electrician
Food & Drink
35
19
Please note: Community Index accepts no responsibility for transactions entered into or work undertaken by any of the businesses advertising in the Index or any loss, harm or damage arising from using any of the products & services listed.
please mention Community Index when responding to adverts
OPEN LATE 365 DAYS A YEAR Services
NHS Vaccinations Available
with this copy of Community Index