Inside Bramhall Issue 73

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inside b r a m h a l l Is it too late to say Happy New Year? I think it’s just about acceptable given that this is the first issue of INSIDE Magazine you’ll receive this year! It’s the middle of January as I write this, often perceived to be a bit of a miserable month. Also, it’s the time of year when lots of people start a new regime, often involving deprivation of some kind, such as a restrictive diet, or ‘dry January.’

At risk of being annoying to some people, my approach to January is a bit different. I see it as a positive month; I enjoy the fact that it’s staying light just that little bit longer every day. It’s a great month for sorting things out for the year ahead, and especially for planning holidays! I do make resolutions, but I always keep them positive. I might choose to do more of the things I enjoy, to do them better, or challenge myself to try something new.

Or I might ‘eat more vegetables’ rather than ‘stop eating cake.’

It’s so much more fun to enjoy the anticipation of the year ahead, than it is to wallow in the gloom of January. Try it!

What’s INSIDE this month 4 simply books book club choice 7 rspb dee estuary 11 inside people 12 Diary of a Geeky Knitter 16 Stockport Young Musician 19 Puzzles 20 perfect primulas 23 In Touch 16 28 do you need a fitbit?

32 The Walk 34 recipe 35 lucy’s travel tips 37 NGS Snowdrop festival

41 carry on peter butterworth 34 45 Just 4 Kids

46 Children’s Activities 49 INSIDE Guide 57 travel by design - end of an era 58 Puzzle Solutions

61 Useful Numbers 62 Classified Index

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simply books book club choice My first pick is A Piece of the World by Christina Baker Kline – a beautifully composed fictional memoir which draws together lives of one of America’s most famous painters of the twentieth century (Andrew Wyeth) and the woman who inspired some of his most memorable paintings. To Christina Olson, the entire world is encompassed by her family’s remote farm in the small coastal town of Cushing, Maine. Born in the home her family has lived in for generations, and tied to the farm by health and circumstances, Christina seems destined for a small life. Instead, by chance she and the landscape in which she lives become the inspiration for the artist Andrew Wyeth, and eventually the subject of one of the best-known paintings of the last century Christina’s World. Beautifully written – tender, compassionate and a moving study of the connection between two people from utterly different backgrounds who come to share so much.

The Death of the Fronsac is a debut novel by journalist and historian Neal Ascherson – completed at the age of 85 – drawing on the author’s own experience as a wartime child in Greenock on the banks of the Clyde. In 1940 a French ship blows up in the Firth of Clyde. The disaster is witnessed by Jackie, a young girl, who for a time thinks she has caused the explosion by running away that day from school; by her mother Helen, a spirited woman married to a dreary young officer; and by a Polish soldier whose country has just been overrun by Hitler. Their lives are changed forever by the death of the Fronsac. This is a thoughtful and affecting story - a vivid evocation of life in wartime and the way in which history intrudes on our lives.

Simply Books 228 Moss Lane, Bramhall, Cheshire SK7 1BD 0161 439 1436 www.simplybooks.info Open Tuesday to Saturday 9am to 5.30pm

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Andrew Cant

And for children…unicorns are definitely the thing of the moment! One of our favourite unicorn stories is Uni The Unicorn by Amy Krause Rosenthal – a magical story of friendship that proves that wishes really can come true!

RSPB Dee Estuary The RSPB Dee Estuary nature reserve celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2019, and in that time has become one of the best places for wildlife in the region. From family-friendly walks, to photography, birdwatching and delicious refreshments in Burton Mere Wetlands’ visitor centre, there’s an outdoor adventure waiting for everyone at one of the RSPB’s largest and most diverse nature reserves.

The well-known nature conservation charity first purchased an area of saltmarsh and mudflats the size of 2000 football pitches at Parkgate in 1979. Doing so created a protected area for the tens of thousands of water birds that flock to the estuary from Arctic regions, to spend the cold winter months in the UK. Their numbers had been falling there during the preceding years and were at further risk from proposed development and disturbance.

Since securing the initial part of the reserve on the estuary, originally known as Gayton Sands, the RSPB land holdings have expanded significantly, particularly around the village of Burton, four miles from Parkgate.

In 2011 visitor facilities were opened at Burton Mere Wetlands, and since then, the RSPB has welcomed almost a quarter of a million visits from people wanting to experience the nature that makes its home on the estuary. The welcoming attraction serves as the beating heart of the wide and wild expanse of tidal habitat

spanning the Cheshire-Flintshire border that is one of Europe’s most important wetlands for wildlife.

Various locations near Neston on the Wirral peninsula offer access to experience unrivalled wildlife spectacles, so if you are looking for something different this year, why not try one of these fantastic experiences and enjoy the fruits of 40 years of dedicated nature conservation on the Dee Estuary?

Enjoy a brew with a view The visitor centre boasts panoramic views across the vibrant reserve with a backdrop of the Clwydian Hills in Wales. As well as being a great spot to sit and watch wildlife, it also makes it one of the best places to enjoy a brew with a view – or more, given the RSPB sell delicious locally made sandwiches and a variety of Fairtrade snacks. It’s kept cosy with an eco-friendly wood pellet stove in the colder months, plus there’s always a warm welcome from the staff and volunteer team all year round. From here alone, it’s possible to see kingfishers, marsh harriers and in the spring glimpse the fluffy chicks of some of the most important breeding wading birds like avocets and lapwings from the minute they hatch.

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tits everywhere, but something special Burton Mere Wetlands is renowned for is its thriving colony of little egrets in the treetops of Marsh Covert. Having first appeared in this area a little over two decades ago, numbers have swelled to a remarkable 84 breeding pairs, and peak numbers of almost 400 birds in late summer. The location of their nests makes them difficult to see once the trees have come into leaf, but their strange gargling chatter through April and May is what fascinates visitors the most. The best time to see the egrets is in early summer when the young birds gather in their dozens on pools close to their nests, learning how to catch fish and frogs to eat.

vast saltmarsh formed, leaving the water a distant sight on any normal day. Yet a handful of times a year, the tide can still flood the saltmarsh and reach Parkgate’s historic sea wall. In doing so, it causes a showcase of the 100,000 wetland birds making their winter home here, flushes small mammals from the saltmarsh grasses, and attracts the many birds of prey that the Dee’s marshes are renowned for. Early 2019 happens to have a number of favourable tides when the RSPB are running events at Parkgate to help you spot what’s going on amidst the frenzied activity around the marsh.

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Encompassing the area of over 7300 football pitches, the Dee Estuary reserve is the fifth largest the RSPB manages, and the charity’s largest coastal wetland reserve. Whilst the Welsh shore is heavily industrialised in places, there is still plenty of places to surround yourself in nature, such as on a stroll at Point of Ayr, looking out across the epic expanse of the estuary.

The English side is a largely undeveloped wilderness stretching four miles from Burton to Parkgate. This entire length can be explored along a public right of way that borders the saltmarsh and takes in a tidal reedbed, with an abundance of wildlife to be spotted along the way, not least the numerous birds of prey and huge flocks of geese in winter. It’s hard to find a more perfect place to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of nature, whilst taking in some of the most pristine views of Cheshire’s wonderful coastline.

The reserve is not all about the wetland wildlife, also boasting areas of semi-natural ancient woodland and wildlife-friendly farmland. Part of the woodland springs into life in April with one of the best bluebell carpets in the local area, and a nature trail taking visitors into the heart of the hue. At this time of year, the trees are alive with the constant trill of birdsong, making it all the more tranquil to admire or photograph the flowers.

Connect your kids to nature As well as exciting walks of discovery, there’s plenty more for families to enjoy here. A rustic wild play area in Gorse Covert is great for den building, and there’s always a seasonal self-guided quiz trail to follow. Even better, you can hire an explorer backpack from the visitor centre, which contains everything needed to head out on a bug hunting mission, plus some mini binoculars and other intriguing equipment for kids to get closer to nature. Why not register your family for the RSPB Wild Challenge? With over 30 activities to do at home and out in your local wild space, there will always be something for you to explore.

Be wowed by the high tide phenomenon The oceans’ tides are an intriguing phenomenon, one of the most visible and reliable of Mother Nature’s routines. The Dee Estuary has one of the highest tidal ranges in the country, which can make for some exciting birdwatching especially in autumn and winter. The quaint village of Parkgate was formerly a thriving port and seaside resort, before the shore silted up and the

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Take a walk on the wilder side

For further information on events and wildlife at RSPB Dee Estuary, visit rspb.org.uk/burtonmerewetlands Location and opening times: RSPB Burton Mere Wetlands, Puddington Lane, Burton, Cheshire, CH64 5SF. The reserve is open every day except Christmas Day, 9am to dusk (up to 9pm in summer).

Our visitor reception is open 9.30am to 5pm (4.30pm from November to January)

Photo by David Morris: Aerial image of Burton Mere Wetlands and the vast expanse of the Dee Estuary nature reserve behind it.

inside people richard gregg

Richard Gregg was born in Liverpool in October 1945.

After leaving Burnage Grammar School he worked in the motor trade for 30 years, 15 of which were as a self-employed parts wholesaler.

After leaving the automobile industry Richard has spent the last 18 years as the owner of a trophy shop.

Richard is married to Ann and has four children and nine grandchildren. His hobbies are walking and refereeing. Richard recently walked the length of the canal from Marple to Stafford, some 30 miles, although he smiles, “I did it in stages.” He did, however, for his 70th birthday, complete the 12-mile, Cheshire three hills walk, starting at Tegg’s Nose, to raise over £1700 for the Francis House charity.

Forty years ago, in September 1978, Richard took his sons to play football for the Norbury Athletic football club. He also agreed to become a volunteer helper there. Three months later when the manager left, he inherited the job and continued in post until the club folded in 2010. Richard also became the secretary of the South Stockport Junior Football League which ended in 1981 and became the Stockport Metropolitan Junior Football League of which he is still the chairman.

In addition to his roles in administering the leagues, he also trained as a referee and has refereed for 35 years. His refereeing now, he admits, is restricted to the younger teams, as the pace of the older players is rather challenging.

The Stockport Metropolitan Junior Football League organises matches on Saturdays and Sundays for young

people aged from under 7 to under 18 and there are in total 287 teams who participate. On a typical Saturday there will be up to 55 games played by under 7 to under 11 teams and the next day, Sunday, up to 88 games played by under 12 to under 18 teams. That’s 143 games played by 286 teams. In addition, there are linesmen, referees, league secretaries and organisers and, of course, the loyal spectators.

In 2018 Richard was nominated for the Stockport Sports Volunteer of the Year award. He was contacted by the Sports Stockport panel and at a presentation evening at Houldsworth golf club, was delighted to learn that he had won the award.

When he has time to spare, after the football volunteer administration and refereeing and the business he still runs, Richard enjoys reading, especially the Bourne series, and music; his favourite band is the Eagles.

Richard and Ann are intrepid travellers and enjoy long-distance holidays. They have visited New Zealand, India, Hong Kong, Bali, Canada, South Africa, the United States and recently spent a month in Australia.

Richard’s ambition is to visit South America before he and Ann settle down to more sedate holidays in the United Kingdom and Europe.

If he hadn’t been self-employed, Richard would have enjoyed training as an architect. He feels that designing and building something that endured would be very satisfying.

Last Word from Richard.

My grateful thanks to all the volunteers who have worked with me to support football for young people.

It is remarkable that, despite the burdens put on them by sport governing bodies, many people still freely and generously give up their time to support us.

The Stockport Metropolitan Junior Football League is affiliated to the Football Association and further information can be found at www.ourkidssport.com/id43 If you have a child who is interested in joining a team, or if you are interested in volunteering and supporting a club, information on what to do can be found on the site.

by Ed Blundell

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Diary of a geeky knitter No doubt you’ve seen that’s it’s been a busy couple of months (well, last year) for me - planning and executing a wedding was amazing, and something that I say I only wish to ever do once in my life (I’m sure Mr. Geeky Knitter won’t let me down!), but at the same time, if I could do it all again I absolutely would. Perhaps without the unavoidable stresses and expense... but really, to have the whole amazing day again would be fantastic.

on a hot day, with a frozen coke and rum in your hand, with a hot dog in the other. One of the best, and most unusual things, you get to do at Disney though is wear a badge to say why you are there for that trip, be it a birthday, your first visit, or of course a honeymoon! So many strangers took a few seconds to smile at us and wish us congratulations, without us even needing to say why we were there, and it just made us feel so special on what will be, I imagine, the most special holiday we ever take together. Indeed, it spoiled us a little so that when we spent one day out of the parks shopping and didn’t take our badges, we were quite deflated to not receive the smiles and congratulations again. We put the badges right back on as soon as we were back on the resort.

The thing that almost, just about, nearly topped the day however was the honeymoon! We went to that traditional newlyweds’ destination, Disney World in Florida, in keeping with our usual style.

Unsurprisingly, we had so much fun - being the land of fun and magic of course. Not just for families with kids, being just the two of us we could do every ride, sample every meal, and of course have some drinks.

There’s something special about Hollywood Studios

I heartily recommend that if you are planning a honeymoon soon you wear badges to tell the world why you are there. What the heck, make your birthday last two weeks if you want to! Though it might work a little differently in a Spanish resort or a walking holiday in the Lakes than it does in the most magical place on earth. jennythegeekyknitter@gmail.com www.thegeekyknitter.co.uk www.etsy.com/uk/shop/geeksgamesandknits

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Here at Uniquely Chic Furniture we source and sell quality pine, oak, vintage and shabby chic furniture.

We have a vast range of stock which changes constantly. New pieces arriving almost daily.

We also paint furniture. Our painting team are experts at transforming our furniture, or yours, into hand painted, individual, unique pieces. If you have a favourite or inherited piece that fits your space why not have it upcycled and uplifted in our workroom? We occasionally buy your furniture or sometimes we even do part exchanges, so why not pop in and see us, or email us.

As well as furniture, we also sell lighting, mirrors, shabby chic home accessories and gifts. New and returning customers always use the same two phrases when they visit...”Aladdin’s Cave” and “Treasure Trove”! We are open 6 days a week, including weekends. Come and visit us, you never know what you will find when you step through the door.

Canalside, Goyt Mill, Upper Hibbert Lane, Marple SK6 7HX Tel: 0161 484 5116 or 07785 794308 Email: uniquelychicfurniture@hotmail.co.uk www.uniquelychicfurniture.co.uk Opening Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 10-5.30pm Sunday 11-4.30pm Closed Mondays (except Bank Holidays) @be_uniquelychic

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International Young Musician Competition Returns!

The search has begun for Stockport’s International Young Musician of 2019 which comes to a climax with a Concerto Final on 30 March 2019.

The first Stockport International Young Musician Competition, run by Stockport Symphony Orchestra, took place in 2017 and drew instrumentalists from across the world, with the final featuring French, Japanese and German players.

“Once again we have been absolutely overwhelmed by the standard of these young players,” said competition director, David Lund. “The level of performance two years ago was astonishing enough but the judges this year say it is even higher.”

So, what is in store this time? At the time of writing auditions have narrowed down the entries to twelve young players: four are British, and the others come from as far away as Brazil, Korea and Australia! The three finalists will be selected by a panel of distinguished musicians including the world-renowned concert pianist, Peter Donohoe, on 16 February. The results will be posted on the website www.siymc.co.uk in preparation for the grand final on 30 March when the judges’ panel will include competition patron, Jennifer Pike. Jennifer, who originally hails from Cheadle Hulme, was herself once a BBC competition winner and is now a violinist of international repute.

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The three finalists each perform a full concerto at Stockport Town Hall on 30 March at 7.30pm, with the SSO under the baton of Philip Ellis, conductor of the Birmingham Royal Ballet and chair of the final’s judges’ panel. The results will be announced at the end of the concert, and the prize for the winner is £1000 and a return visit to play as soloist with Stockport Symphony Orchestra in their next season.

Competitions like this provide an important opportunity for young aspiring soloists to gain experience and recognition and it is a credit to our local orchestra and to Stockport to see it return.

Stockport Symphony Orchestra is an accomplished amateur orchestra now in its 41st Season at the Town Hall which has been providing opportunities to young musicians, including young conductors, for many years.

The Stockport International Young Musician Competition is a natural development of the orchestra’s ethos and they aim to make it an increasingly important fixture in the cultural life of Stockport and in the nation’s classical music calendar.

Tickets for the Final can be purchased online at www. ticketsource.co.uk/sso and are £15 full price, £13 concessions with children and students £5. Free parking in the town hall car park is included in the ticket price and is available all afternoon and evening.

Pictured is SIYMC 2019 Patron, Jennifer Pike. (Credit: Arno)

quick crossword Across 7 Gambling emporium (6) 8 Char, sear (6) 9 Wind instrument (4) 10 Backpackers, hikers (8) 11 Large houseplant (6,5) 14 Matching pants and jacket set (7,4) 18 Without penalty, got off ____ ____ (4-4) 19 Animal prized for its fur (4) 20 Tear-inducing vegetables (6) 21 Incorrect, false (6)

down 1 Sheltered place to moor boats (7) 2 Climb, ascend (4) 3 Medic (6) 4 In addition, also (2,4) 5 Props to keep paperbacks tidy (4-4) 6 Frightening (5) 12 Pub seating (3,5) 13 Junior king of beasts (4,3) 15 Civil disorder (6) 16 To make equal, balance (4,2) 17 Perfume, fragrance (5) 19 Nocturnal insect (4)

sudoku How to play Sudoku Fill in the grid so that each row, column and 3x3 box, contains the numbers 1 through to 9 with no repetition.

You don’t need to be a genius. These puzzles use logic alone.

Watch out! Sudoku is highly addictive.

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Perfect Primulas The name primula comes from the Latin for “first” and the native Primrose (Primula vulgaris) is a herald of spring in many woodlands. There are many types of primrose, some common and easy and others rare and requiring special conditions. This month I’m going to focus on some I’ve found easy enough for most gardens provided you meet the general requirement for a moist soil and some shade from the hot sun.

Primulas can be easily raised from seed but do best from very fresh seed, collected as soon as (or even just before) the seed pods open and sown immediately. If you need to keep seed, then its best in a sealed jar in the fridge. The seed compost must not dry out and a humid atmosphere helps – cover the seed tray with a sheet of glass or a clear plastic bag. In the right conditions seed can germinate in three weeks or so.

after flowering. One of my favourite types is the Gold Lace Polyanthus with its yellow centre and gold-edged almost black petals.

Some of the most dramatic and easy to grow are the candelabra primulas with their multiple whorls of flowers along upright stems. There are many colours and hybrids to choose from including Bessiana (pink), Bulleyana (orange), pulverulenta (deep pink) and the dramatic Inverewe (burnt orange). These definitely need damp conditions and are traditionally grown next to streams and ponds or in woodland boggy areas. If allowed to seed, they will mix and produce plants in many colours.

Another favourite is the Drumstick Primula (P. denticulate) with its short flower stems topped with a ball of flowers in white, blue or pink. These tolerate slightly drier conditions but must not dry out completely if they are to do well.

Once the plants have clumped up it is best to divide them after flowering, or perhaps in early autumn in a cooler spell of weather. Dig up the clump and break it into individual rosettes. Shorten the leaves by about half to reduce water loss. Replant or pot up the small plants and keep moist and shaded while they get established.

There are lots of British native Primulas, including the woodland Primrose. The Cowslip (Primula veris) is one of the most accommodating, even growing on dry, sunny banks and seedling around to form large colonies naturalised in grass. Hybrids of these natives gave us the Polyanthas – well-loved bedding plants that are nonetheless perennial flowering every year if divided

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by Martin Blow > www.specialperennials.com

Primulas can be subject to a few pests and by far the most devastating is vine weevil which seems to have a special liking for fleshy roots. Apart from that most gardeners will find primulas easy to grow and trouble free.

Janet and I run Special Perennials, our website www.specialperennials.com is full of colour photos and growing tips. We sell by mail order and at Plant Hunters’ Fairs throughout the season.

Please see www.planthuntersfairs.co.uk Locally we will be at the Plant Hunters’ Fairs at Bramall Hall, on Sunday 7 April 2019 and at Adlington Hall, Macclesfield on Sunday 12 May 2019. We are happy to bring orders to plant fairs for you to collect.

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THE GREATEST MUSICAL WORK OF ALL TIMES AND NATIONS Few people today would disagree much with the view of Hans Georg Nägeli, the first publisher of Bach’s B minor Mass, despite the almost 200 years of musical history that have passed since he put it forward. Bach’s music is now so loved and revered, it seems incredible that 150 years ago it had fallen out of fashion and was known to only a few music specialists.

It might have been lost to us altogether if it was not for the efforts of Felix Mendelssohn who recognised Bach’s genius and brought his works back to the attention of a wider public.

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There has been much discussion about why Bach wrote the B Minor Mass as it is unsuitable in content and far too long for any Lutheran or Catholic church service. It was composed just one year before he died in 1750 and incorporated shorter pieces Bach had composed in earlier years, so many experts now feel that he probably composed it for his own satisfaction and to be handed down to posterity as a summary of all his incredible musical achievement over 40 years. In fact, the Mass was never performed in its entirety during Bach’s lifetime, the first documented complete performance took place more than 100 years after his death.

The B minor Mass is widely recognised as presenting the Everest of challenges for choral performers. St George’s Singers are delighted to be climbing the mountain again under the guidance of Musical Director Neil Taylor after a break of ten years, and particularly thrilled they will be joined at the summit by a line-up of five fine soloists including former Assistant Musical Director Marcus Farnsworth who is now very much in demand at home and abroad as an operatic bass and recitalist. With the Northern Baroque Orchestra in the magnificent Gorton Monastery this is going to be a memorable concert.

The performance will be held on Sunday 31 March 2019 at Gorton Monastery, Manchester, 7.30pm Tickets £16/14 concessions/7 students and children/ group discounts from the ticket secretary on 01663 764012, email tickets@st-georges-singers.org.uk or online www.st-georges-singers.org.uk. Coach transport is available from Poynton and Hazel Grove.

POPPY APPEAL 2018 THANK YOU Woodford & Bramhall branch raised £21,328.97 in the 2018 appeal. This includes an amazing £7,000 from the Bramhall Methodist Church ‘Festival Flowers.’ Thanks to all who contributed - this money provides lifetime support for the Armed Forces Community.

David Mott, Woodford & Bramhall British Legion

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VERNON BUILDING SOCIETY COMMUNITY AWARDS The Vernon’s Community Awards have donated over £70,000 to community groups and charities local to the Stockport area since 2012. This year, 14 finalists petitioned for votes in order to receive the most amount of funding. The Vernon Building Society recently visited two of the 2018 Community Awards winners to see what impact the funding is making to the charities.

Stockport County Community Foundation received £850 towards their Mental Health Project which offers weekly coaching sessions and monthly football tournaments for those living with serious mental illness. The donation helped to purchase equipment and cover coaching and training costs. The cheque was presented at County’s match against Chester.

Vernon Marketing Manager Alex Deakin said, ‘It was great to see the mental health project in full swing at the match, with some of the people suffering from mental illness collecting donations around the stands on the day of the match.’

Signpost Stockport for Carers supports carers in the local area by providing them with advice and information as well as time to recharge from their taxing job. They received £750 funding to host more of their wellbeing days which offer therapy and treatments to carers, alongside refreshments, in order to boost their morale and emotional wellbeing.

The Vernon visited one of the wellbeing events in Stockport’s Alma Lodge and sold copies of their 2019 calendars featuring photographs of Stockport. All proceeds from the Vernon calendar sales will also go to Signpost Stockport for Carers.

Mandy Torkington and Alex Deakin present £850 to the Stockport County Community Foundation at Edgeley Park

Geraldine Lamb (left) and Sally Hilliard take part in the Signpost Stockport for Carers wellbeing event

Vernon’s Marketing Assistant Adam Pemberton said: “The Signpost wellbeing event offered us an amazing opportunity to view the funding we provided in action. Witnessing the carers receiving much needed respite was refreshing for me, especially as my mother is a carer.”

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ECO SCHOOL BUILDS OUTDOOR CLASSROOM Former national Eco School of the year Greenbank Preparatory School has opened a new outdoor classroom so children can “be a part of nature and not apart from nature.”

The leading independent preparatory school on Heath Bank Road in Cheadle Hulme has redeveloped its former cricket pavilion into an outdoor classroom so pupils can be just a step away from the great outdoors. It will be used for lessons for all age groups from explorer sessions for the tiny tots to science classes at the older age range. It will also double as a refreshment room for sports fixtures for both the boys and girls and their parents to enjoy.

Former parent Dave Barlow, who is part of Manchester City Council’s climate change team, worked hand in hand with the school on its design and specification and said: “We must create a positive energy around green values and inspire the next generation to go further.

This building, which is made from locally sourced timber hand and has energy efficient controls, will allow the children to have even more fun connecting with nature.”

Greenbank, which won the Independent Schools’ Association Eco School of the Year award in 2014 and has held the Eco-Schools Green Flag award consecutively for the last six years also welcomed back former Deputy Head Heather Burnett who drove forward the school’s green initiatives.

Heather, who retired two years ago, said: “The real drive came from the children. They had heard so much about climate change that they wanted to do more to make a difference and empowering them to have a voice and make that change was a pleasure not a task.”

The rebuild cost £14,000 with the vast majority funded by The Friends of Greenbank.

Greenbank Headmistress Janet Lowe said: “Our school is a community which works to better the common good and that’s what we hope to inspire with this fantastic new addition to our facilities. We want our pupils to be a part of nature not apart from nature.”

Pictured are Greenbank’s Eco Council members Moira Macrae and Oscar Reeder-Hirst with Dave Barlow and Heather Burnett cutting the ribbon

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Do You Need an Activity Tracker?

Activity trackers have become very popular in recent years. Fitbits are the device that everyone has heard of but there are many others. If you’re thinking of buying one, ask yourself these questions.

Do you exercise regularly?

Lots of people buy a Fitbit or its equivalent because they think it will help them to exercise consistently. Hopefully it will, but these devices are not magic bullets. If you make any and every excuse NOT to exercise then a Fitbit won’t change that, you will simply make excuses to avoid exercise whilst wearing a gadget! Having said that, it does have useful features such as a ‘reminder to move,’ so, if you’ve been sedentary for 50 mins it will nudge you to get up and take a brief walk, aiming to achieve 250 steps an hour. This doesn’t feel like serious exercise, just a little prompt to do something small that has great benefits. For more serious exercisers, you can track running and other types of fitness activity, giving you a way of keeping yourself accountable.

Would you wear it, and use it?

Would my phone do the job instead?

For a fitness tracker to give you actionable data you need to wear it most of the time. Many even have an inbuilt sleep tracker if you don’t mind wearing it to bed, but you can just as easily ignore that function.

Some people can’t wear watches or jewellery at work, others hate the feeling of anything on their wrist, and others have sensitive skin which is irritated by straps.

Obviously, it’s only worth having one if you will wear it and take notice of it.

There are hundreds of fitness, pedometer and cycling apps on both Android and iOS. If you’re unsure about whether an activity tracker is the right purchase for you try using one or two of these apps for a month. You might find they give you all the data you need. Also, if you find you can’t be bothered to use the apps, then you are very unlikely to benefit from buying an activity tracker.

Will you use the app?

You’ll need to download the app to your phone and use it if you want to make use of the data your activity tracker collects. Interacting with your device and the app is the only way to make full use of the device.

Are you a data nerd?

The basics of losing weight and becoming healthier are simple, but the specifics for our own body can vary wildly. Some of us love to monitor our sleep, our heart rates, the number of steps we do each day. We find

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such things fascinating! Clearly, if you don’t care about specifics and are happy with just eating a bit less and exercising a bit more, an activity tracker might be a waste of money for you. However, if you have a medical condition, are in training for an event, or just enjoy looking at data, then having organised and detailed information at your fingertips is a great resource.

Are you competitive?

Some activity trackers (particularly Fitbits) are social.

You can add friends, compare step counts and earn milestone badges. You can also create groups and engage in competitions and challenges; these are good features, but they aren’t for everyone.

Activity trackers are useful devices and many people enjoy them and benefit from using them. Whilst they are unlikely to turn a reluctant exerciser into a highly motivated one, they could just give you the nudge you need to get moving!

HOW PCDS CAN TRANSFORM YOUR GARDEN It started out as a simple idea, but things never stay simple for very long – PCDS is a great example of this!

We started out as A1 Superkleen, mainly solving issues some customers had with flooded gardens. Our background was in drainage, both commercial and domestic, and we reinvented a little-used traditional practice, namely installing French drains in gardens.

Although popular in agriculture they seem rarely used in domestic gardens. However, when United Utilities began clearing drains for free, we were left with very little work and a bleak future.

contractors were getting the opportunity to do the fun part - installing patios, paving, flags and gravel and re-turfing or installing artificial turf.

So began a long and steep learning curve over a four-year period, which brings us to now when we are offering that final stage in your garden makeover!

We have three local teams, all experts and qualified in a variety of aspects of landscaping. All are dedicated to providing a first-class service from the vehicles they drive, to the support from our sales team and operations team.

At PCDS, we are all working together with a single aim - to provide you, the customer, with a quick and tidy completed job. The right way is not always the easy way, and this is always uppermost in our minds when we are advising you.

So, with the choice of giving up or trying something new, we rebranded ourselves as Pure Clean Drainage Solutions (PCDS) and arranged some advertising in INSIDE Magazines. At the time this was something of a shot in the dark, but thankfully the phone began to ring, and we quickly realised that there really was a future in drainage - land drainage.

The skills needed were simple, mainly involving hard work with a shovel and a wheelbarrow. The problem was, once we’d worked our magic and provided a well-drained garden ready for a makeover, different

If you are thinking of any landscaping work in the future please call 0161 430 5390 and speak to BEN OR REBECCA to arrange a free, absolutely no obligation, quote.

0161 430 1110 YouTube PCDSOL www.pcdsol.co.uk

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CIRCULAR WALK FROM MELLOR CHURCH VIA HIGHER CHISWORTH Walk description: A 3 to 4 hour circular walk with some rewarding views. The route has only a few ascents, is largely off-road and, for the latter half, crosses open fields and farmland. For most of the walk conditions are firm and on a variety of surfaces, but there are some muddy sections. The route involves quite a number of stiles. Some of these are in poor condition, and care is needed when climbing over them.

Distance: 6 miles Starting point: Mellor Church car park (Grid Reference: SJ983889, Postcode: SK6 5LX). The large car park is free.

Map: OS Explorer OL1: Peak District: Dark Peak Area Leave Mellor Church car park and head towards the Church entrance where four paths meet. Take the lane signed “Old Vicarage�. After a short distance (before a white house on the left) go through a small wooden gate on the right, by a tree. Cross a (ramshackle) stile on the immediate left. Walk down the field, keeping close to the stone wall boundary on the left. Go through a metal gate into a second field and head towards the left-hand corner. Turn left on to a grassy lane for 70 yds and go through a metal farm gate. Head towards the farm buildings, but turn right before reaching them, climbing 100 yds uphill to the second of two telegraph poles.

Worth stopping at the top to admire the view.

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by Stephen Hyslop, Poynton Rambling Club

Descend the field half right to a stile (next to a metal gate) in the corner of the field. Follow a distinct path with barbed wire on both sides, and then with a wall on the left. On reaching the back of some farm buildings turn right at a sign post for Mill Brow. After 100 yds pass through a cobbled farm yard, then turn right and follow the lane uphill. After a short distance go through a wooden gate on the left, then follow the path heading right to another wooden gate. Follow the high narrow path to a further gate by a disfigured tree stump. Go through the gate and follow the path, with a pond on the left. Go over the stile next to a small gate, under some trees. Follow a narrow track and turn left down a tarmac road. Pass the entrance to Primrose Mill on the left - this is the last of four former cotton mills along Mill Brook - and follow the road over the bridge, before turning immediate right up the hill.

After passing a brown-gated drive reach Mill Brow, a conservation area, and the Hare and Hounds pub at the top. Turn right on the road and after 250 yds, fork left up Gird Lane, passing a large converted chapel on the left. Ignore a number of footpath signs, and continue as the road narrows to become a stony track with a steady climb. Pass a pair of gates on either side of the track, with views to the left of Stockport, and of a white house with a fully glazed gable to the right. Continue on the track to reach Sandhills Lane at its junction with Ernocroft Lane.

Turn right for 20 yds to reach a footpath sign and stile on the left. Climb over this stile into a field. Stay close to a wall/fence on the right and climb 500 yds to reach a stile in the corner of the field, then 150 yds to reach a

further stile in the field corner, having passed an enclosed woodland to the right (this is a sanctuary for Brown Low, a Round Barrow ancient burial tumulus).

Cross this stile into a field and head towards a further stile, keeping close to the wall/fence on your left. Cross this stile and go 300 yds diagonally across the field towards an eroded earth mound with a stone wall/ fence on top. This area is known as Ludworth Intake, a geological Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). Cross the stile to the right of the mound, passing a small pond to the right. Cross the next field diagonally, heading 200 yds towards a stile next to a telegraph pole. Pause here to admire the view. The next stile should be visible from here, with pylons beyond. Cross this and head for a second smaller, newer pylon. From here walk downhill towards Higher Chisworth, with a metal farm gate in view. Cross the stile to the right of the gate then turn right up the road and continue to reach Hilltop. At the T junction turn right to head uphill for 150 yds, then turn left on to a gravel lane, with a sign for the “Old Cowshed” on the right, and “Moorside Barn” painted on the left wall of the lane entrance. After 600 yds there is a left-hand bend leading to the Old Cowshed. Don’t follow this round, but instead turn right on the bend into a grassy lane. At the end go through a metal gate/stile, and then through a further metal gate straight ahead.

Cross the field diagonally, keeping a large barn to your left. Reach a small ladder stile in the wall. Climb over this and follow a distinct path through a marshy field towards two metal farm gates, side by side. Cross the stile by the gate on the right. Walk across the field, with a high wall some distance on the right. Head towards the end of the high wall where there is a stone wall stile in poor condition.

Cross this stile with care, and stay left, towards farm buildings. Before reaching the farm there’s a stile to the right of a metal farm gate. Cross this to reach a stone

The Walk

track. Turn right and arrive at Pistol Farm and a road junction. Bear left and continue 330 yds to reach the second footpath signpost on the left. Turn left on to a rocky dirt track bending round to Ringstone Farm. Go between the farm buildings on the left and a disused small stone barn on your right. Continue downhill along the tarmac road to reach Hollinsmoor Road.

At the T junction turn right uphill to a small row of terraced houses on the right. Opposite these is the entrance to a lane to Hollins Farm. Cross the stile to the right of this lane entrance. Go diagonally and uphill across the field, then down to a gate in the left corner of the field to Newbarn Farm. Note: This is a rickety and heavy wooden gate with an electrified wire strung across some 2yds above it - take care.

Once through, go beyond the farmyard, with the farmhouse on the right. Turn left to reach a wooden farm gate and stone wall stile with a small mesh gate.

Go through this, taking care when stepping over a small length of plastic pipe protecting an electrified wire. Head uphill towards a telegraph pole and continue to a fence on the right. Cross a very ramshackle stile into a field.

Cross the field diagonally uphill a little, to a stile in the corner. Go diagonally across the next field to a further stile in the corner and enter a narrow enclosed path to Shiloh Road. On reaching the road turn left until after some 75yds there is a metal gate on the right with a footpath sign - pass through the gap by the left gate post.

Go across the field diagonally to reach a stone stile, and cross this. Go diagonally across the next field to reach two wooden posts. Head diagonally across the next field towards farm buildings. Climb over a stone stile, then turn right onto the lane. After 50 yds continue straight on an unmade track, ignoring a private driveway to Hambleton Farm on your right. Follow the lane and path uphill for around half a mile through several gates and fields - the tower of Mellor Church (St Thomas’s - a Grade 2 listed building) then comes into view. Return to the church car park.

For further information about our friendly and welcoming Club please visit our website - www.poyntonramblingclub.co.uk and learn more about our programme of walks, social events and walking holidays.

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Eggs Benedict with Smoked Salmon & Chives

Method

Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes Makes: 4 (or 2 really hungry people!)

Ingredients ■■ 4 eggs ■■ 2 tbsp white wine vinegar ■■ 2 English muffins or two bagels, halved ■■ Butter for spreading ■■ 8 slices smoked salmon ■■ Chopped chives, to serve For the Hollandaise sauce ■■ 2 tsp lemon juice ■■ 2 tsp white wine vinegar ■■ 3 egg yolks ■■ 125g unsalted butter, cubed

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1. Hollandaise Sauce: Pour the lemon juice and vinegar into a small bowl, add the egg yolks and whisk with a balloon whisk until light and frothy.

Place the bowl over a pan of simmering water and continue to whisk until the mixture thickens.

Add the butter a small amount at a time, whisking constantly until the sauce is thick. If it looks like it might be splitting, remove from the heat and continue to whisk. Season with salt and pepper then and keep warm.

2. Poached eggs: bring a large pan of water to the boil and add the vinegar. Lower the heat so that the water simmers very gently. Stir the water a little so you create a gentle whirlpool effect, then slide in the eggs one by one. Cook each for about 4 mins, then remove with a slotted spoon. Handy hint - you will see the eggs begin to rise in the water as they reach completion.

3. Lightly toast and butter the muffins or bagels, then place a couple of slices of the smoked salmon on each half. Top each with an egg, then spoon over your Hollandaise and garnish with chopped chives.

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Bramhall Art Society meets at the Bramhall Village Club every Wednesday morning and welcomes enquiries from anyone interested in joining the group.

Our Annual Exhibition in April, is a showcase for our members work and an opportunity for you to purchase original paintings direct from our Artists.

For more information contact John Minnikin, Chairman jminnikin.bas@gmail.com

National Gardens Scheme

Snowdrop Festival 2019

After last year’s long, cold winter and scorching, dry summer (ah remember that?) who knows what the coming late winter and spring will be like?

But one thing is for sure: all garden visiting fans will be just desperate to get out and about, as the days lengthen, to see what is coming up.

The National Garden Scheme is again launching its new 2019 season with a 4th Snowdrop Festival, which is always very popular with visitors: a chance to get out, stretch your legs and admire the variations in these small neat flowers.

So here is what we have on offer this year across Cheshire. For more details of how to get there etc, visitors should check with the National Garden Scheme website (www.ngs.org.uk) or App.

Here are two gardens of very different character, reflecting their owner’s gardening style. Although suburban, they are surrounded by mature trees and have a secluded feel.

Rich variety of planting throughout the year including ferns, hostas with clematis, roses, astrantia at their best. Home-made teas at no.6. Opening in February for displays of hellebores and snowdrops.

RODE HALL Church Lane, Scholar Green, ST7 3QP, enquiries@rodehall.co.uk , www.rodehall.co.uk . 5m SW of Congleton.

Snowdrop Walks: 2 Feb to 3 March, 11am to 4pm, Tues - Sat (Closed Mons). Extensive woodland, lake and lovely café in the barn. And whilst you’re there, walk around the extensive walled garden to see the preparations being made in the garden for the coming seasons.

ROSEWOOD Old Hall Lane, Puddington, Neston, CH64 5SP, 0151 353 1193, angela.brabin@btinternet.com. 8m N of Chester.

All year garden; thousands of snowdrops in Feb, Camellias in autumn, winter and spring. Rhododendrons in April/May and unusual flowering trees from March to June.

Visit by arrangement anytime from 1 Feb BUT RING OWNER TO ARRANGE BEFORE VISITING.

West Drive Gardens

THE WELL HOUSE, Wet Lane, Tilston, Malpas, SY14 7DP. 01829 250332. 3m NW of Malpas.

Naturally planted gardens and meadows with stream and ponds. Visit by arrangement anytime from 1 Feb BUT RING OWNER TO ARRANGE BEFORE VISITING. WEST DRIVE GARDENS 6, 9 West Drive, Gatley, Cheadle, SK8 4JJ. 01614 280204, Davidjgane@ btinternet.com. Sun 17 Feb (1pm to 3pm). Combined admission £3, child free. Light refreshments. No need to ring beforehand – just turn up!

by John Hinde www.ngs.org.uk

TRAFFORD HALL Ince Lane, Wimbolds Trafford, Chester, CH2 4JP. The National Communities Resource Centre, 01244 300246, c.spencer@traffordhall.com Sat 16 Feb (11am to 3pm). Admission £4, child free.

Visits also by arrangement for groups of 5 to 20. The grounds and gardens of this conference venue are managed using organic methods with sustainability in mind. New to the NGS this year.

BUCKLOW FARM Pinfold Lane, Plumley, Knutsford, WA16 9RP. 2m S of Knutsford. M6 J19, Sun 24 Feb (12.30 to 4pm). Admission £3.50, child free. Light refreshments and Mulled Wine in February. Carpet of snowdrops and spring bulbs. Featured in Cheshire Life.

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Lucy’s Travel Tips I think travel is a cheerful subject and certainly don’t want to be too serious, but this month’s travel topic is all about continuing to visit Europe. Sorry to mention the ‘B’ word, but don’t let Brexit put you off! According to most travel sources, it should still be relatively easy to visit all the wonderful destinations in Europe, and this means, city breaks!

Here are some ideas for fantastic mini breaks to the continent:

LISBON A hidden gem, but not for long, Lisbon is becoming more and more popular. With its beautiful waterfront setting and vibrant nightlife this is a wonderful city for a mini break. You could also visit the UNESCO Heritage Site of Sintra, a fairytale village while you’re there or head along the coast to the pretty town of Cascais.

FLORENCE Looking for romance, then Florence (and Tuscany) is the place to go. Great for culture vultures, there are numerous museums and art galleries in this sophisticated city. Combine city with the stunning countryside by driving into the heart of the region where you will find beautiful villages, castles, many splendid vineyards and amazing food!

BERLIN One word I hear time and time again about Berlin is ‘cool’. This cosmopolitan city has a lot on offer; rich history, a vibrant music scene and world class art museums. You can quickly fill a long weekend in Berlin with shopping, sightseeing and partying so don’t forget to pre-book entry to the major attractions.

The beauty of city breaks is there’s so much choice only a short flight away and in a couple of hours you can be soaking up a totally different culture. Whether you want to chill out and recharge your batteries or book a hedonistic packed weekend, there’s definitely somewhere in Europe for everyone.

Lucy Allen - Personal Travel Consultant 07512 784700 www.notjusttravel.com/waiting-world

Carry On Peter Butterworth Recently researching the Carry On films (don’t ask!) I was delighted to find that one of the team’s mainstay performers originally came from round these parts.

Okay, Peter Butterworth was not the sort of actor who was ever going to be top of the bill, but he was one of the Carry On team’s most enduring players – he appeared in 16 of their films, many of which were amongst the very best of the series.

Butterworth’s real name was William Shorrocks Butterworth and he was born on 4 February 1915 at a property called Bank House on Bramhall Lane (whether that was the Bramhall end of the lane or in Davenport I’ve not been able to ascertain). Nobody seems clear as to when he started to be addressed as Peter, but it is possible he simply acquired that moniker in his formative years to distinguish him from his namesake father.

Butterworth joined the Carry On team in 1965 when he played the slightly tipsy Doc in ‘Carry On Cowboy’.

In real life Butterworth was apparently a shy and gentle soul and this was reflected in his roles, which were rarely overbearing but often quietly eccentric and usually a bit potty. He was often cast as somebody else’s stooge and that suited Butterworth’s talents perfectly. As Detective-Constable Slowbotham in ‘Carry

On Screaming’ he was the bumbling fall-guy for his incompetent, thick-headed superior Detective-Sergeant Bung (surely one of the greatest character names in cinema history). Bung was memorably played by the son of Steptoe himself, the great Harry H. Corbett who (I feel compelled to add) was brought up in Ardwick and then on a Wythenshawe council estate.

Butterworth was also memorably cast as Citizen Bidet in ‘Carry On Don’t Lose Your Head’ (1966), set during the reign of terror following the French Revolution, where he has to stand by in helpless exasperation while his senior Secret Service officer, Citizen Camembert (Kenneth Williams) continually bungles his attempts to capture The Black Fingernail (Sid James), who is popping up all over Paris rescuing the French aristocracy from the dreaded guillotine. Perhaps Butterworth’s most memorable part in the Carry On series was in the 1969 classic ‘Carry On Camping’ where he plays Joshua Fiddler (the clue is in the name), the shifty manager of the Paradise (ha!) campsite who fleeces all his visiting campers by charging extra for just about everything.

He then played three small roles in ‘Carry On Again Doctor’ (1969), ‘Carry On Loving’ (1970) and ‘Carry On Henry’ (1971) but it wasn’t simply a case of Butterworth’s appearances diminishing in importance.

On the contrary, his performances were valued so highly by the producing and directing team of Peter Rogers and Gerald Thomas that they agreed to insert

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specially written roles to accommodate Butterworth’s restricted availability on those occasions when he had already signed-up to play a part elsewhere or on stage.

‘Carry On Abroad’ (1972) saw Butterworth return with a more substantial role – that of Pepe, the incompetent manager of an unfinished hotel who greets his unexpected guests in a variety of different guises: as builder, porter, receptionist and telephone operator.

He spends the first half of the film desperately trying to placate and accommodate his British guests, and the second half furiously trying to save the poorlyconstructed building from flooding whilst being nagged by his battle-axe of a wife, played by Hattie Jacques.

Butterworth remained with the series until the final (proper) film of the series, the rather disappointing ‘Carry On Emmanuelle’ (1978). All told, Butterworth turned out to be the sixth most prolific performer of the Carry On team, with only Kenneth Williams (25), Joan Sims (24), Charles Hawtrey (23), Sid James (19) and Kenneth Connor (17) appearing in more.

When the Carry On films finished in 1978, Butterworth began to concentrate on straight roles, taking a small part in the feature film, ‘The First Great Train Robbery’ starring Sean Connery. When the film went on general release in early 1979, Butterworth was starring as Widow Twankey in the pantomime ‘Aladdin’ at the Coventry Theatre. When the show finished, he went back to his hotel after the evening performance. His failure to return for the following day’s matinee caused alarm and he was found dead in his room from a heart attack, just a few days before his 64th birthday.

As I was researching this article I was surprised to find that Butterworth was married to the actress and impressionist Janet Brown (they’d married in 1946 in London). Brown later became famous for her television impersonations of Margaret Thatcher during the 1970s and ‘80s. Talking of television it is worth adding that Butterworth also appeared in some our greatest ever TV series: he starred opposite William Hartnell in the very first ‘Doctor Who’ series in 1965/66 playing a character called the Meddling Monk; he appeared in an episode of ‘Catweazle’ in 1970; and he also featured in the ‘Dad’s Army’ episode ‘The Face on the Poster’ in 1975.

That’s one heck of a CV for the Butterworth boy from Bramhall Lane.

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Children’s Activities Things to do with pre-school kids

Monday

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Story Time 11-11.30am Bramhall Library. Telephone 0161 217 6009

Little Lambs Baby & Toddler Group 10-11.30am Term time only, Bramhall Baptist Church, Woodford Road.

Toys, refreshments and song time. Suggested donation of £1.50 per family. Just turn up or for more information email bramhallbaptistchurch@gmail.com

Tuesday Active Angels 10-11.30am - Term time only Free play and songs including puppets and musical instruments and parachute fun also. Healthy snacks and refreshments for children and hot and cold beverages for adults. St Michael & All Angels Parish Church, Bramhall. Contact Karina: 07969633654 or Karina_lemmon@live.co.uk Tiny Thinkers 1.30pm - Term time only Tiny Thinkers provides stimulating and fun activities to help your child learn the basic skills required for starting school. St Michael’s church, Bramhall, SK7 2PG. 2½ -4years, adaptable activities. £6.50 per class (trial session free). Contact Karina Lemmon: Karina_lemmon@live.co.uk Tel: 07969633654 Find us on Facebook - facebook.com/Tinythink/ Story Time 2-2.30pm Cheadle Hulme Library. Telephone 0161 217 6009.

Wednesday BMC Baby Chat 10.00-11.15am Term-time only. Bramhall Methodist Church, Bramhall Lane South.

Come and join us every Wednesday morning for a chat, tea/coffee and biscuits and the opportunity to meet other mums, grandparents and carers with young babies in the Bramhall area. There’s a small charge of £1 per adult. For further details please call 0161 439 1204.

Tiny Thinkers 10.00am - Term time only Term time only. Tiny Thinkers provides stimulating and fun activities to help your child learn the basic skills required for starting school.

Let Loose, Hazel Grove, SK7 5DP. 2½-4years, adaptable activities. £6.50 per class (trial session free). Contact Karina Lemmon: Karina_lemmon@live.co.uk Tel: 07969633654. Find us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Tinythink/

If you run a local activity for young children and email would like to be included on this page please c.blackie@insidemagazines.co.uk

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Tiny Thinkers 1.30pm - Term time only Let Loose, Hazel Grove, SK7 5DP. 2½ -4years, adaptable activities. £6.50 per class (trial session free). Contact Karina Lemmon: Karina_lemmon@live.co.uk Tel: 07969633654

friday Baby Massage & Yoga – morning Bramhall Library Children’s Centre. Combined class run by The Baby Massage Company & Honeychild Baby Yoga. Email babylovesmassage@live.co.uk or call Kate on 07866 468245 for class times and to book (necessary).

Toddler Group 10-11.30am Cheadle Hulme United Reformed Church, Swann Lane. £1 per child including refreshments. Contact Alison Stevens 01625 877180.

Little Fishes Toddler Group for under 5’s - 10-11.30am Term-time only, Bramhall Methodist Church, Bramhall Lane South.

For more information contact the church office on 0161 439 1204 or email office@bramhallmethodists.org.uk NCT (National Childbirth Trust) 10-11.30am St Michael & All Angels Parish Church, Bramhall. Contact Tracy Howe on 0161 477 3252

saturday Who Let the Dads Out? 10-11.30am Every 3rd Saturday of the month, Bramhall Methodist Church.

A play session for dads, grandads and male carers and their pre-school aged children. Messy play, games, a room full of toys, followed by bacon butties, tea and coffee for dads, and drinks and biscuits for the children. For further details and dates please contact Richard@bramhallmethodists.org.uk

Sunday Messy Church. Second Sunday of every month 4-6pm Bramhall Methodist Church, Bramhall Lane South.

See Inside Guide or call 0161 439 1204.

Compiled by Clare Blackie > email: c.blackie@insidemagazines.co.uk

inside guide

february - march 2019

selected events in your area

Friday 1 February

Thursday 7 February

Café y Conversacion Join us for informal Spanish conversation over coffee and cake with local Spanish teacher Liz Wilson. £5 (includes refreshments) (Cafe y Conversacion meets at 11am on the first Friday of each month) Simply Books, Bramhall 11am

Simply Books Baby Book Club Regular event for little ones aged 0-3 years usually held on first Thursday of each month. Stories, rhymes and new books you might like to try at home. The session will last 20 minutes or so and then you can have a browse in the shop, enjoy a drink in the café and treat yourself to some home-made cake! Tickets £5 per family (up to 2 children) which includes a complimentary drink for grown-ups and £2 towards a children’s book. To book pop in the shop, call us on 0161 439 1436 or email events@simplybooks.info Simply Books, Bramhall 2pm

Monday 4 February Mart Rodger Manchester Jazz £7 entry, enquiries 01663 763532 High Lane Conservative Club, Buxton Road, High Lane.

SK6 8DR 8pm

Monday 4 to Saturday 9 February Poynton Players present Barefoot In The Park by Neil Simon A romantic comedy focusing on a pair of newlyweds, Corie and Paul, as they begin married life in a tiny, 5th-floor apartment in a Manhattan brownstone. Presented by special arrangement with Samuel French Ltd. Book online at www.poyntonplayers.co.uk Poynton Players Theatre, Georges Road West, Poynton, SK12 1JY

Wednesday 6 February ‘Coffee and Conversation’ at Simply Books. Join Andrew for half-an-hour of lively conversation about books in the news.

Hear what’s happening in the shop and pick up suggestions for a few ‘good reads’! Price: £2.50 (towards your coffee and homemade cake!) (Coffee and Conversation usually takes place on the FIRST Wednesday of each month so our next meeting will be on 6 March) Simply Books, Bramhall 11am

Wednesday 6 February Craft and Chatter. A fortnightly get together for crafters of all kinds, card making, quilting, collage, embroidery, sewing and any other interests you might have. Bring your own project and enjoy good crafting company with a cuppa and cake, lots of friendly chatter and the opportunity to learn from each other Contact Chrissie 0161 439 8262 for further details. £2. donation requested.

Dean Row Chapel Hall, Adlington Road, SK9 2BX 2pm

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Thursday 7 February Would you like to meet new friends? Thursday Group is a social group for unattached people of mature years, with several activities run by the members every week. These include walking, dancing, badminton, theatre and restaurant visits.

For more info see www.thursdaygroup.co.uk or ring Bill on 07505 076838, or just come along to new members night on the first Thursday in each month where you will be met by group members.

The Bulls Head Pub, 30 Wilmslow Road, Handforth, SK9 3EW 8.30pm

Saturday 9 February The Northern Chamber Orchestra will be joined by guest lutenist Matthew Wadsworth. Tickets available now, prices from £16. For more information, visit www.ncorch.co.uk The Heritage Centre, Macclesfield

Tuesday 12 February East Cheshire Association of the National Trust. Lecture – How a cotton weaving mill worked – Judith Atkinson Brookdale Club, Bridge Lane, Bramhall, SK7 3AB 2pm

Wednesday 13 February The Arts Society North East Cheshire The Smiling Painter - Élisabeth Vigée le Brun by Dr Angela Smith, lecturer and historian. In an exhibition in Paris in 1787, was a self-portrait by Elisabeth Vigée-Lebrun that caused consternation. This lecture presents an overview of Lebrun’s career and explains why she portrayed herself smiling.

Potential new members are welcome. To attend as a visitor please contact Maggie Schofield on 0161 427 9451 or info@theartssocietynortheastcheshire.org.uk Brookdale, Bramhall 10.30am with coffee from 9.45am Continued over

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Thursday 14 February

Wednesday 20 February

Wilmslow Guild Natural History Society Brief AGM followed by An Orchid Odyssey by Judith Lovelady Visitors very welcome £4 Further information from Chairman, David Warner 01625 874387 Wilmslow Guild, 1 Bourne Street, Wilmslow, SK9 5HD 7.30pm

Lunchtime Concert Sarah Douglas/ clarinet Amy Wakefield / piano Admission is by programme £5, available at the door.

Light lunches from 12 noon, concert starts at 1pm, lasting approximately 45 minutes. www.alderleyedgemethodistchurch.com or email aemcchurchoffice@gmail.com Alderley Edge Methodist Church 1pm

Thursday 14 February

Craft & Chatter – see 6 Feb for details.

The Family History Society of Cheshire, Bramhall Group Cheshire Inn Signs Today by Tony Bostock. Inn signs are one of our oldest unbroken cultural traditions and there is more to them than meets the eye. Admission £2, email bramhall@fhsc.org.uk for further details. All visitors are most welcome.

United Reformed Church Hall, Bramhall SK7 2PE 7.30pm

Thursday 21 February Bramhall U3A. Jean Marsh will play a Potpourri of Piano Music. Email enquiries@bramhallu3a.org.uk or Telephone 0161 440 0447.

United Reformed Church, Robins Lane, Bramhall, 2pm (doors open 1.30pm)

Friday 15 February

Friday 22 February

Stockport Historical Society “Grim Manchester: terrifying true tales of riot, murder and crime from 19th century Manchester” by Dr Michala Hulme.

Visitors very welcome Admission £3. Further information from Tony Nightingale 0161-440 0570.

Stockport Sunday School, Nangreave Road, SK2 6DQ (Next to Aquinas College) 7.45pm

Hazel Grove Musical Festival Classes for 5 to 18-year olds in Speech and Drama, Instrumental including Piano, Strings and Woodwind and Vocal Solo.

Saturday 16 February Wilmslow Symphony Orchestra Playing a very popular and much-loved piano concerto Rachmaninov’s Concerto No. 2, as well as Verdi’s Nabucco Overture and the delightful Firebird Suite by Stravinsky.

Tickets cost £12, concessions £10 and under 18 £2.

They are available from ticket secretary 01925 756144, Bang and Olufsen, Alderley Road, Wilmslow, via www.wilmsloworchestra.co.uk or at the door.

Evans Hall at Wilmslow Leisure Centre 7.45pm

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Wednesday 20 February

Saturday 23 February Hazel Grove Musical Festival Adult classes in Piano Solo and Duet and Vocal Solo and Duet

Friday 22 February Simply Cinema presents Mary Poppins Returns Family matinee of the family film of the year…practically perfect in every way! Mary Poppins returns to spread her magic and help a new generation of Banks children through difficult times! Tickets £8 (adults) £5 (children) To book: call 0161 439 1436 email events@simplybooks.info or book online at www.simplybooks.info Centrepoint, Bramhall Methodist Church 3pm for 3.30pm

Friday 22 February Simply Cinema presents…Stan and Ollie (PG) Laurel and Hardy – the world’s greatest comedy duo – face an uncertain future. With their golden era of Hollywood films long behind them they set out to reconnect with their fans with a tour of British variety halls. A gentle, poignant story with spot-on performances, some big laughs and genuinely touching moments. Tickets £8 To book: call 0161 439 1436 email events@simplybooks.info or book online at www.simplybooks.info Centrepoint, Bramhall Methodist Church 6.30pm for 7pm Continued over

Saturday 23 February

Wednesday 6 March

Stockport Symphony Orchestra. Brahms Hungarian Dance no 5, Korngold Violin concerto, Rachmaninov 2nd Symphony.

After her unforgettable debut with the SSO last year Jennifer Pike is back with another romantic masterpiece for violin, this time by Korngold. Famous for his film music, Korngold’s violin concerto has also quickly become a firm favourite with audiences and performers. Conductor Matthew Wood www.stockportsymphony.co.uk, tickets available at box office, online or on the door.

Stockport Town Hall 7.30pm

Craft & Chatter – see 6 Feb for details.

Tuesday 26 February Caffe e Conversazione Join us for informal Italian conversation over coffee and cake with local Italian teacher Giulia Shepherd. £5 (includes refreshments) (Caffe e Conversazione usually takes place on the last Tuesday of each month) Simply Books, Bramhall 11am

Wednesday 27 February David Nott – War Doctor: Surgery On The Frontline. Join us for an evening in the company of David Nott, one of the world’s most experienced trauma surgeons. For over 25 years David has taken leave from his job as an NHS surgeon to volunteer in some of the world’s most dangerous war zones. Tickets: £8 (redeemable against a signed copy of War Doctor) To book: call 0161 439 1436 email events@simplybooks.info or book online at www.simplybooks.info Simply Books, Bramhall 7.30pm

Wednesday 6 – Saturday 9 March Entertaining Angels A funny, poignant and genuine thought- provoking play by Richard Everett Box office 0161 302 2302 Brookdale Club and Theatre, Bramhall 7.45pm

Thursday 7 March Would you like to meet new friends? Thursday Group is a social group for unattached people of mature years, with several activities run by the members every week. These include walking, dancing, badminton, theatre and restaurant visits.

For more info see www.thursdaygroup.co.uk or ring Bill on 07505 076838, or just come along to new members night on the first Thursday in each month where you will be met by group members.

The Bulls Head Pub, 30 Wilmslow Road, Handforth, SK9 3EW 8.30pm

Tuesday 12 March East Cheshire Association of National Trust Lecture – They should have asked me husband!

Brookdale Club, Bridge Lane, Bramhall, Stockport, SK7 3AB 2pm

Friday 1 March

Wednesday 13 March

World Day of Prayer. “Come - Everything is Ready” Is the title given by the women of Slovenia to this year’s World Day of Prayer as it circles the globe from Samoa, to American Samoa, over 38 hours involving more than 120 countries. Churches Together in Bramhall & Woodford invite everyone to join in for an hour.

Bramhall Baptist Church, Woodford Road, Bramhall 10.30am

The Arts Society North East Cheshire After Magna Carta by Dr Jonathan Foyle, writer, broadcaster and historian. This talk explores the politics of church and state in the thirteenth century and their unfolding expression in the arts of Canterbury, Salisbury, Peterborough (then an abbey), Wells, Lincoln and Lichfield cathedrals, and the royal palace and abbey complex at Westminster. Potential new members are welcome. To attend as a visitor please contact Maggie Schofield on 0161 427 9451 or info@theartssocietynortheastcheshire.org.uk Brookdale, Bramhall 10.30am with coffee from 9.45am

Saturday 2 March Hazel Grove Musical Festival Junior Choir, Vocal Ensemble and Choral classes.

Saturday 9 March is the Winners’ Concert – not to be missed!

Tuesday 5 – Saturday 9 March 42nd Street performed by the award-winning TEMPO. For more information and tickets go to www.tempotheatre. com or www.facebook.com/tempoyouthmt, or call 07969 176148 Evans Theatre, Wilmslow Leisure Centre 7.30pm, Saturday matinee 2.30pm

Thursday 14 March The Family History Society of Cheshire, Bramhall Group Secret Stockport by Ian Littlechilds. Stockport’s secret history revealed through a fascinating selection of stories, facts and photographs. Admission charge £2, email bramhall@fhsc.org.uk for further details.

All visitors are most welcome.

United Reformed Church Hall, Bramhall SK7 2PE 7.30pm Continued over

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Friday 15 March

Thursday 28 March

Stockport Historical Society “Still Leaning on a Lamp-post” by Mr Brian Hallworth.

Visitors very welcome Admission £3. Further information from Tony Nightingale 0161 440 0570.

Stockport Sunday School, Nangreave Road, SK2 6DQ (Next to Aquinas College) 7.45pm

Bramhall Christian Viewpoint Supper Evening with Terence Ayebare Terence is an active concert and opera artist, singing baritone opera roles and oratorio solos. Before training as a musician, he worked as an engineer in Uganda and presently puts his love of mathematics to good use as a secondary school teacher. He became a Christian as a teenager in Uganda, the land of his birth and has experienced God’s hand on his life in many ways since. Everyone is welcome. Please book early to avoid disappointment and ring Sheila Salden 440-9794 (price including supper £12) DEANWATER HOTEL, Woodford, SK7 1RJ. 7 for 7.30pm

Wednesday 20 March Lunchtime Concert A piano recital by Students from Chetham’s School of Music. Admission is by programme £5, available at the door. Light lunches from 12 noon, concert starts at 1pm, lasting approximately 45 minutes. www.alderleyedgemethodistchurch.com or email aemcchurchoffice@gmail.com Alderley Edge Methodist Church 1pm

Wednesday 20 March Craft & Chatter – see 6 Feb for details.

Thursday 21 March Wilmslow Guild Natural History Society Life on the Seashore by Hugh Jones Visitors very welcome £4 Further information from Chairman, David Warner 01625 874387 Wilmslow Guild, 1 Bourne Street, Wilmslow, SK9 5HD 7.30pm

Thursday 21 March

Saturday 30 March Stockport International Young Musician Competition Stockport Symphony Orchestra, conductor Philip Ellis Three well-known concertos played by three stunning young musicians in the final of our 2019 event. Details of the finalists will be available on the website after the semi-final in midFebruary www.siymc.co.uk and www.stockportsymphony.co.uk Tickets available at box office, online or on the door.

Stockport Town Hall 7.30pm

Sunday 31 March St George’s Singers perform Bach Mass in B minor Tickets £16/14 concessions/7 students and children/ group discounts from the ticket secretary on 01663 764012, email tickets@st-georges-singers.org.uk or online www.st-georges-singers.org.uk.

Coach transport is available from Poynton and Hazel Grove.

Gorton Monastery, Manchester 7.30pm

Bramhall U3A Diana Leitch will explain The Science of Chocolate, Food of the Gods.

Email enquiries@bramhallu3a.org.uk or Telephone 0161 440 0447.

United Reformed Church, Robins Lane, Bramhall, 2pm (Doors open 1.30pm)

Friday 22 March The Zelkova Quartet will play a programme of music by Mozart, Mendelssohn and Dvorak. Winners of the 2017 St Martin’s Chamber Music Competition, this Manchesterbased group has established a reputation as one of the UK’s up-and-coming string quartets. Tickets available from early March, from the Church Office (0161 439 1204), Thrift Shop, Simply Books (228 Moss Lane) and at the door. £11 and £9 (concession), includes refreshments. Under 18s free.

Bramhall Methodist Church 7.30pm

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the end of an era

After nearly 30 successful years in Alderley Edge, business owners Irene and Kristina Hulme have decided to retire from the travel business. For the past 8 years, their travel articles have given us a taste of some amazing travel options to awe-inspiring locations worldwide. So, we’d like to take this opportunity to congratulate them on their retirement and to thank them for their contribution to INSIDE Magazines.

Established in 1990, Travel by Design has always provided tailor-made holidays which exceed customer expectations, so Kristina and Irene were keen to find a suitable and reputable organisation to continue to deliver their vision. After conducting an extensive search, they chose Elegant Resorts Ltd, who will now work to deliver excellent personal service and specialist travel knowledge to Travel by Design clients.

Kristina Hulme said “After working with Elegant Resorts for many years, we know they offer the best service and so our customers are in the very best hands. “ Going forward, Travel by Design will be part of Elegant Resorts Ltd, but will continue to operate as a separate brand under its own ABTA number. The new team will

be headed up by Sue Law and supported by Sandra Woodward and Sarah Edwards, who have 40 years’ experience between them.

Lisa Fitzell, Managing Director of Elegant Resorts said, “I am extremely excited by this new acquisition of Travel

by Design, we are looking forward to continuing to deliver excellent standards to the existing customers and continuing on with the reputation Kristina and Irene have worked so hard to build. This is another milestone in our company’s history as we continue to accelerate our growth in the luxury travel market and deliver our vision to provide the very best in class luxury holidays, with a personal service. I would like to congratulate Irene and Kristina on their extremely successful career and wish them a wonderful and fulfilling retirement.”

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ELECTRICIANS

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SCZ Electrical Services

Vernon Building Society

CARE HOMES & SERVICES 40

Alice Chilton

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DRAINAGE 30

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City Lock & Safe Ltd

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SOLICITORS / LEGAL SERVICES McAlister Family Law

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Mounteney Solicitors

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TREE SERVICES 39

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TRAVEL 22

Lucy Allen

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KITCHENS Dream Doors

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The Granite & Marble Shop

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Transform Your Kitchen

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The Stair Shop

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Stuart Ennis

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Cheshire Hearing Centres

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Robinsons Garden Maintenance

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Philip Unsworth

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