Inside Bollington Issue 44

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Issue 44 May/June 2015

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As we head towards summer, you will find lots of seasonal opportunities in this May-June issue some on your doorstep, others further afield.

We must mention our front cover picture, White Nancy and the plans to commemorate The Battle of Waterloo and the birth of White Nancy (see page 7).

Or is it all just a poorly disguised excuse to sample Bollington Brewery’s White Nancy200 beer?

Other events for your enjoyment include the immensely popular Party In the Park at Poynton Pool on Saturday 13 June; a visit to one or more NGS gardens: a day out at Saltaire; our eight-mile Etherow Walk; orienteering in Lyme Park and Saturday afternoon tea at The Farmers Arms in Poynton. We would also like to thank Martin Saxon for his excellent cricket update.

We have lots of new advertisers in this issue. If you enjoy this magazine you really can help us make it better and better. All you have to do is to support our advertisers as often as you can. Keep them happy and we’ll look after the rest!

Co-Editors Garth Aspinall

Cover photo: White Nancy by Garth Aspinall.

Contents Inside People

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White Nancy

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Turner’s Lodge

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In Touch

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Our Day Out - Saltaire

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NGS Garden Visits

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The Walk

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Crossword 26 Sudoku 29 Simply Books Book Club Choice

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Children’s Activities

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The Farmers Arms

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Puzzle Solutions

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Inside Guide

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Useful Numbers

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Classified Index

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Claire Hawker

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Inside People Roger Wilson Roger Wilson was born in January 1949 in Tittensor, Staffordshire. His mother’s family were farmers and his father an RAF pilot. In 1954 the family moved to Cheadle where Roger later attended Hulme Hall College acquiring a passion for Art, Music and Sport which remained with him throughout his life.

Shortly after he had started his teacher training course, Roger and the group were offered a contract to play on cruise liners. On the verge of settling down and part way towards a new profession, they reluctantly turned it down; he sometimes speculates what might have happened if he had chosen differently.

Like many teenagers, his ambition was to be a rock and roll musician. He learned guitar, forming a group with friends and a female vocalist who, having heard him playing in his garden, knocked on the door and asked if she could listen. She later became a professional singer.

Roger, also a keen artist, became interested in art at school, where he was taught by Bill Turner, a local artist. He is currently a member of the Brookdale art group. Having painted conventional pictures for many years, he was influenced by a friend, local artist Henry Quick, who advised him to be more original and do something different.

Roger did and now paints pictures inspired by music drawn from his imagination and particular vision. He has successfully sold several and plans to hold an exhibition in the near future. Currently some of his work can be seen in Napoli in Hazel Grove.

On leaving school, Roger worked in the kitchens at Cheadle Royal Hospital, but was making his living playing in a group called Sample Folk. While the group was playing at the Five Ways Hotel, Roger met Jean who became the real passion in his life. They have now been married for 44 years and have a son, two daughters and four grandchildren.

After meeting Jean, Roger decided that he needed a more settled and secure profession and attended Didsbury teacher training college as a mature student and became a primary school teacher in Ardwick. He enjoyed teaching and subsequently worked in a Wythenshawe school for ten years, later becoming a deputy head in two Manchester schools until his retirement.

Roger continued to play music professionally throughout his teaching career at many local venues, pubs, clubs, the Pavilion Gardens Buxton, and once backed the legendary Ken Dodd. His largest audience was when the group played on the opening day of Stockport’s Merseyway

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shopping centre. As well as playing professionally, Roger used his musical talents as a teacher and wrote songs for the children he taught. Some of his enthusiasm for music must have rubbed off on his pupils as one, Nicola Bertram, now a successful actress in the US contacted him recently and during the conversation said she still remembers the words to some of those songs.

Perhaps his proudest boast though is that he taught Jason Orange of Take That fame.

by Ed Blundell

Another lifelong interest is football. An ardent Manchester City supporter, he played in local league fixtures for Hazel Grove from 1976 until he retired aged 53. He played all positions, including goalkeeper and for a time managed the team.

Roger’s favourite food is chilli, his favourite music folk, blues and country and his heroes, unsurprisingly Eric Clapton and Bob Dylan. He has remained in touch with many former pupils, some of whom meet him regularly for a drink and a chat.

In spite of his efforts he is still “MR Wilson” although he has persuaded them not to call him “Sir”.

Last word from Roger A lifelong friend, now sadly dead, taught me the Latin motto, Carpe Diem, Seize the moment. I think that is a very sound piece of advice.

Ready to Meet Your Waterloo?

Never shy of celebration, Bollington is combining commemoration of English success at the Battle of Waterloo with rejoicing at the 200th Birthday of our White Nancy.

In remembrance of the Battle of Waterloo the Gaskell family of Ingersley Hall instructed that a summerhouse be constructed atop the Kerridge Ridge on the fringe of their extensive land in, around and above Bollington village. The idiosyncratically-shaped building that resulted, (think “dome with a bobble on the top”), became known as White Nancy. Whether this name emerged due to the light, local stone colour or in honour of a Gaskell daughter or even a dead horse, is unclear.

A local song spells out that we, in the parishes of Bollington and Rainow, “live ‘neath her shelter” and White Nancy, an odd icon, is a beacon of community identity and aspiration, identifying home. For many she’s a powerful emotional magnet; in recent times crowds climb the hill to encircle her on Christmas and New Year’s Days.

Bollington’s Festival14 included daily ascents by hundreds, human and canine.

Nancy is not always so white. National occasions of Jubilee and Remembrance have been marked by special livery, painted on her white surface.

She will be modelling a new outfit, as yet a secret – because it’s the prize of a special competition.

All will be revealed in time for the Waterloo/White Nancy celebrations of the third weekend in June.

Just look up!

Waterloo/White Nancy Weekend, 19 to 21 June A festive weekend is planned in Bollington to include performances, picnics and welly-boots, plus multimedia Waterloo and White Nancythemed exhibitions at the Library, Discovery Centre and Arts Centre.

Photo: Terry Heathcote Bollington Photographic Society.

Friday evening, when Maplewood Band will play the music and direct the dance. The following night NBDuo, a jazz/soul/funk partnership, will complement the buffet supper at the Waterloo Supper Evening, with opportunities to sing and dance along. Further information and tickets for each event (£10 for ceilidh, £15 for supper evening) available at www.bollingtonartscentre. org.uk or by phoning 01625 560385.

Saturday morning offers a historical walk around Bollington, while children are invited to the Vale Inn Beer Garden to join in welly- decorating or planting or throwing (not simultaneously!) From noon onwards there will be tours of the Bollington Brewery Company on Adlington Road, where food, drink and music are on offer, including a celebration beer called White Nancy200.

The Sunday morning walk will tour the Gaskell family lands and finish at White Nancy for a family picnic there, from noon until 3pm.

You are warmly invited to join in any or all of our celebrations!

More details and up-to-date information at www.facebook.com/wnw200 and www. happy-valley.org.uk/thetown/whitenancy.htm

Bollington Arts Centre will host a ceilidh on the

by Jose Spinks WNW200 Committee

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Turner’s Lodge New lease of life

for disused building Bollington Initiative Trust (BIT) - a community development trust and registered charity - has converted the disused toilet block on Ingersley Road into office space. The building, called Turner’s Lodge, is now home to Bollington-based Simplicity Granite, a natural stone worktop company.

Jon Weston, a Trustee of BIT said, ‘This is a project that we have been working on for a number of years. Bollington Initiative Trust acquired this iconic little building from Cheshire East and we have worked with local people and other community groups to turn it into a really first class office and showroom. All of the rental income that it generates will be ploughed back into other projects right here in Bollington to improve our town and help us restore Water Street School, which is our next big project.’

BIT acquired the toilet block, redundant and derelict for more than a decade, in 2007 and has worked hard to restore the building and bring it back into use.

Through volunteer time, expertise and fundraising, BIT has facilitated the building’s renovation to its current high standard. The building was originally built by Bollington Urban District Council (now Bollington Town Council).

There is a wonderful mosaic inset into the floor with the letters BUDC as you enter the building, which was preserved during the renovation.

Renamed Turner’s Lodge, it provides a worldclass example of how to refurbish an old stone building to a high level of sustainability. Fitted out with an office, kitchen, meeting and display space the building, which was opened officially in March

by David Rutley MP, provides an ideal home for Simplicity Granite.

Company director, Lee Jacobs said, ‘The look of the building, space for display, natural light and passing trade are all very good reasons for us moving the business to Turner’s Lodge.’ He added, ‘There are lots of exciting times ahead for Simplicity Granite. As a company we are expanding and ensuring we maintain our high levels of service at the same time; opening a new showroom is an important moment in our history.’

The company, which currently employs seven local skilled workers as well as other sub-contractors, is anticipating that this local workforce will grow, boosting the town’s business base and generating further job opportunities in the town.

BIT was established and registered as a charity in 2005 to promote the conservation, protection and improvement of the physical and natural environment of Bollington and its surrounding area. The Trust has led a number of projects to preserve both buildings and land, including the reclamation of Tinkers Clough Wood, and managing Water Street School.

Details of BIT can be found at: bollingtontrust.org For more details contact trustee jon.weston@btconnect.com by email.

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In Touch Your Community Noticeboard ‘OLIVER!’ Bollington Light Opera Group brings the everpopular family musical ‘Oliver!’ to the local stage in May. Producers Diane McIntyre and Matthew Gratton-Cash have brought together many major figures in local musical theatre to present the show, written

by Lionel Bart, based on the classic Charles Dickens novel ‘Oliver Twist’.

The show contains some of the best-known numbers in musical theatre such as ‘As Long as He Needs Me’, ‘Where is Love’, and ‘Consider Yourself’.

Ten year old Sam Tapp takes the title role, with eleven year old Chris Croxford as the Artful Dodger, his mentor in the notorious gang of pickpockets led by the show’s central character, Fagin, played by Richard Comish. Oliver, orphaned and homeless, is duped into joining the gang until he learns the error of his ways. The show’s blackhearted villain, Bill Sykes is played

by Craig Harris, while the ill-fated Nancy who befriends Oliver is played by Stephanie Evans.

Tavis Hill and Helen Valentine take the roles of Mr. Bumble and Widow Corney, while John Clarke and Di Gordon play the undertakers, Mr and Mrs. Sowerberry. Other supporting principal parts are played by Sarah Bailey, Danny Sherratt , Emma-

Claire Sheldon, Anthony Davies, Martin Bancroft, Georgie Heron and Luke Buck.

The senior cast is complemented by a talented group of local youngsters who comprise the workhouse inmates and the members of Fagin’s gang, and by BLOG’s renowned chorus Said the co-producers Diane McIntyre and Matthew Gratton-Cash, “This is a show which has remained popular with families, thanks to its enduring tale of good triumphing over evil and its wonderful music. We have been lucky to attract such an excellent cast supported by a group of talented and enthusiastic youngsters, and we are sure that together they will provide a super show for all ages.”

The show will be at Bollington Civic Hall from 12 to 16 May, each night at 7.30pm, with a matinee on the 16th at 2pm, for which family tickets are available at a discounted rate.

Tickets are available by ringing 01625 431038, or by e-mailing blogbookings@aol.com

Bollington Walking Festival 2015 This year’s Walking Festival has been brought forward and will now be held from 2 September to 4 October so please put this in your diary.

Details of all the walks programme will be available by early June and for enquiries contact The Bridgend Centre 01625 576311 On the leaflet we have an Events Calendar. If you have organised a social event during this period and would like it advertised, please send details to malcolm_bailey2@sky.com

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In touch WELL DRESSING

BOLLINGTON ART GROUP

The very first Bollington Well Dressing Festival was held in 2005 and since that time it has become a welcome annual event for the town.

From its comparatively modest beginning, over 50 years ago, the Bollington Art Group goes from strength to strength. Currently the membership stands at 96 and the ever patient waiting list group is a steady 20. In fact it has been reluctantly decided to close the list for new applications for the time being, as many of those on the waiting list have been there, brush in hand, for upwards of 18 months. The committee keeps a watching brief on the size of the group, and tries to make sure that those who want to attend classes are able, even if it does mean a waiting period.

Our chosen theme this year, appropriately for 2015, is “Anniversaries” and preparations will begin on the afternoon of Tuesday 30 June, at the Cricket Pavilion on Adlington Road, when the display boards are filled with clay.

Decorating the panels, with flower petals and other natural materials, will take place on Wednesday 1 and Thursday 2 July (10.30am to 8pm), and on Friday 3 July during the morning.

We are always grateful for help at any of these times, both from those who have helped in the past and new volunteers - ladies and gentlemen to ensure the craft is passed on and the tradition of well dressing continues in the future.

We would particularly appreciate some male help when we press the damp clay into the trays (Tuesday pm) and when we move the heavy completed boards to their six chosen sites throughout Bollington (Friday afternoon/ early evening).

The festival Opening Ceremony will take place at the Greg Fountain, Flash Lane, (opposite the Cock and Pheasant) at 11.30am on Saturday 4 July. The well dressings will then be on display until Sunday 12 July and a Trail Leaflet will be available to guide visitors to all the sites.

Further details are available from Chris Tel: 01625 574208.

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Probably one of the reasons for the success of the Bollington Art Group is the practice of using locally recognised professionals as tutors, each of whom teaches a specific topic over a six week period. There are also special workshops, some full day and others on the usual half day or evening sessions. The success of this practice is shown by the number of members who have regular exhibitions of their work, several local venues include the Bollington Leisure Centre, Macclesfield Hospital, The Canalside Café, Macclesfield’s main Library, as well as the Bollington Arts Centre. A new exciting venue has been the Prestbury Beaumont, where, in March, over 70 works were hung in the lovely setting on Collar House Drive. This was such a success, that hopefully it will become a regular event.

Our other regular fixture is of course, the Bollington Art Group three-day exhibition, which is held at Bollington’s newly refurbished Civic Hall every year in late May. There will be not only ‘ready to hang’ pictures, but also on offer will be cards and unframed pictures. Last year’s event was a great success, as of course it coincided with the Festival, but a couple of new innovations were tried, a ‘pop up café’, with all the scrumptious cakes and pastries supplied by the Art Group members, just shows that painting and baking can go happily together! There was also an artist in residence each day, all those who took part really enjoyed the experience, chatting to visitors, on all manner of topics whilst steadily painting, a challenge they really relished! As the

In touch format seemed to please everyone, we will run to the same pattern in this year’s event in May. Even if you are not yet a member, your interest and support are valued, and we hope to be able to welcome you not only as a member but as a new friend as soon as numbers permit.

More information at www.bollingtonartgroup.co.uk

MACCLESFIELD- MOMBASA LINK Local schoolgirl Madeline Burton was delighted when she recently met Victor Ongola, the manager of the Kenyan school which Maddy’s pen pal, Mwanankombo, attends. Victor brought greetings for Maddy from Mwanakombo and he was able to update Maddy on the progress of the whole school.

12 year old Maddy, who is a pupil at Macclesfield Academy, has exchanged letters with Mwanankombo’s class for several years now, ever since her parents, Nick and Helen, decided to sponsor Mwanakombo’s education in 2011.

Mwanakombo attends Destiny Garden School, which is in one of the poorest suburbs of Mombasa. The school is funded almost entirely

by Macclesfield based charity, Destiny Children.

Maddy’s dad, Nick, commented that they decided to become sponsors because they wanted their family to see what life is like for children in a very different and less favoured part of the world, whilst also supporting a worthwhile project. And they are very pleased that Maddy has been able to develop a penpal relationship with Mwanakombo and her fellow students.

Nick, who has recently joined the committee of Destiny Children, said: “Destiny Garden School is providing a good education for 420 children now but we really need more sponsors to make sure that we can continue to do this. We are a small local charity with no overheads, so we are able to send 100% of sponsors’ and donors’ funds, including Gift Aid, directly to Destiny Garden School.”

More information about the charity and how to sponsor a child, or the school as a whole, can be found at www.destinychildren.co.uk

HAPPY PLANT HUNTING Plant Hunters’ Fairs return to Adlington Hall on Sunday 10 May for what has become one of the best loved garden events in the area with a winning line up of the best nurseries around, a most charming and beautiful garden and a truly relaxing and inviting atmosphere.

For this special event Adlington Hall offers half price entry to the gardens and plant fair of just £3. With so much to see, why not take one of the free guided tours of the gardens with the Head Gardener Anthony O’Grady or simply relax, take in the beautiful gardens and enjoy traditional teas and home made cakes?

The nurseries will of course come loaded with a really great mix of plants and specialities to delight plant lovers of every level of experience and will be more than happy to give you the benefit of their experience in planting and caring for the plants you buy so you can get the best from them.

The fair opens at 10.30am and closes at 4pm.

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In touch The Local Cricket Scene

by Martin Saxon With signs of spring in the air, it’s time for the area’s cricketers to dust off their whites and return to action at our local cricket clubs.

Cheshire County League and Cheshire League cheshirecountycl.play-cricket.com

Alderley Edge, Bramhall and Marple all play in the Premier Division of Cheshire’s top league, the Vivio Cheshire County League. Last year, Bramhall came fourth in this division, Alderley sixth and Marple eighth. Marple have been fortunate enough to secure a number of overseas players in recent seasons who have gone on to play for the senior Victoria state team in Australia, and they have similarly high hopes of this year’s overseas recruit Sam Harbinson.

Derbyshire & Cheshire League - www.dccl.org.uk

Bollington return to the second division of the County League after their promotion last year.

Poynton, Prestbury and Woodford, alongside three Wilmslow-based teams - Wilmslow, Wilmslow Wayfarers and Lindow - will all line up in the various divisions of Cheshire’s second tier league, the TACS Partnership Cheshire League.

For Poynton this really could be a pivotal season, as the club which achieved so much success in the 1990s was relegated from the County League last season and is seeking to bounce back.

Pott Shrigley, Mellor, Styal, Norbury and Kerridge all play in Cheshire’s third tier league, the Cheshire Alliance.

Hazel Grove, Hawk Green, Compstall, Offerton and High Lane all play in the Peak Sports Derbyshire & Cheshire League. Happily, High Lane has once again been able to enter this league after initially having folded near the start of the 2014 season.

Almost all local cricket clubs have at least two senior teams and most have a range of junior teams at all age groups. Some also have dedicated Over 40s teams. With clubs playing at so many different levels of the large Cheshire league structure, there really are teams to suit all ages and abilities.

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Best wishes to all our local clubs for the 2015 season (more information from websites below)

Cheshire Alliance - cheshireca.play-cricket.com

New befriending service in East Cheshire Older person’s charity, the Royal Voluntary Service is setting up a new Telephone Befriending Service in the East Cheshire area in collaboration with partners Peaks and Plains Housing Trust and Cheshire East council. The service will be free and aims to support older people in the area who may be socially isolated.

If you are interested and would like a Telephone Befriender to contact you please get in touch on 01565 651500 or 07736 825343 or email: eastcheshirebefriending@ royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk

In touch SCENTED EVENING IN SUMMER GARDENS One of life’s great pleasures is watching the sun set on a glorious summer’s evening. Imagine doing just that in a National Trust garden, surrounded by the sights and scents of summer.

Each garden will offer something special – from live music to garden tours, and of course, a glass of something cool to drink.

For all dates and details visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/nwsummer

For the first time, Trust gardens in Cheshire will be opening their gardens on summers’ evenings beginning at the end of May with the tiny bejewelled garden at Hare Hill. They blossom through June taking in the scented Rose Garden at Dunham Massey and the historic 18th century Quarry Bank valley garden with the River Bollin flowing through.

On 24 July it’s the turn of Lyme Park with its Edwardian vistas and views set high above the Cheshire Plain. Lyme’s event is for over 18s only and entry is by pre-booked ticket. Trust gardens at Speke Hall in Liverpool and Rufford Old Hall in Lancashire will also be open during evenings in June.

Rosa Dunham Massey, in the stunning rose garden at Dunham Massey © Peter Beales Roses

Our Day Out - Saltaire Now that spring is here, take a chance and start planning some great days out. Saltaire in West Yorkshire, some four miles from Bradford and about one hour and twenty minutes’ drive from home, is our first suggestion this year for a great individual or family experience. Enjoy your day according to the weather. There’s lots to see and do, indoors and outside – too much to describe in detail - but here is a flavour of what you can expect.

Saltaire takes its name from its founder, Sir Titus Salt (1803-1876) and the River Aire which runs through the village. Salt made his fortune

in the Bradford textile industry, manufacturing fine woollen fabrics. Determined to escape the polluted and overcrowded town centre, he decided to relocate his business to greener pastures – to a place where his workforce would be healthier, happier and more productive.

Work began in 1851 and Salts Mill was the first building to be completed in 1853. Saltaire is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognised for its international influence on town planning and as one of the earliest, largest and best preserved ‘model villages’ anywhere in the world.

Salts Mill - World Class Art, Exhibitions and Shops Galore Admission is free. Salts Mill is home to one of the largest collections of David Hockney’s art. On the ground floor you will find the 1853 Gallery which houses a permanent exhibition of works by David Hockney, seven days a week.

On the third floor, two new permanent exhibitions have recently opened: The Arrival of Spring by Continued over...

by Garth Aspinall

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David Hockney and People and Process, a History of Salts Mill. These latter two spaces, along with Café in the Opera (a specialist fish restaurant) are open only Wednesday – Sunday.

On the second floor, Gallery 2 is home to a variety of temporary exhibitions throughout the year, whilst the Saltaire Exhibition, at the rear of the Gallery, depicts Saltaire’s history from 1853 to the present day.

There are many independent shops in the mill, including everything from bikes to handmade jewellery and antiques. Stroll around the Salts Book and Poster shop and browse in The Homea luxury homeware and furniture shop. A few of the mill shops are closed on Sundays (eg The Early Music shop and the bike shop) so check beforehand if you have a particular one in your sights - 01274 531163.

the family can enjoy an easy-going lunch. Café in the Opera - open Wed-Sun is -a very popular fish restaurant and perhaps advisable to book.

Whilst out and about, look out for Vicars Café Bistro, Massarella Fine Art & Tea Rooms, The Boat House Inn and the café in Roberts Park. In the evening you could dine at Don’t Tell Titus a popular bar and restaurant or La Rue on Bingley Road. Otherwise take a ten minute walk to nearby Shipley, during the day or evening where you will find even more enticing cafes and restaurants.

The Heritage Trail

Other things to do

Call in at the Visitor Information Centre, obtain a map of the Heritage Trail and decide your own route and timescales. Alternatively, book a guided walk (you can book in advance 01274 437942) and travel back in time, with never a dull moment!

At least, that was my experience. However you proceed, here are a few of the places you should not miss – Saltaire United Reformed Church, Victoria Hall, The Factory School, The Almshouses around Alexander Square, cobbled Albert Terrace and the characterful streets that branch off in a purposeful grid formation, The Boat House Inn and Roberts Park.

There are some lovely self-guided walks around Saltaire: The Aire Sculpture Trail, Aire Valley Woodland and Water, Shipley Glen and Hirst Lock and Tong Park Dam. During one weekend In May, local artists welcome you into their houses, showcasing a range of art and crafts. September is the time to chill out at the ten-day Saltaire festival. There is so much going on throughout the year, you are best advised to visit the Saltaire Visitor information Centre or the following websites to find out what is current at the time of your visit.

Eating Out Salts Mill itself offers two great value restaurants.

Salts Diner is a large and friendly space where all

www.visitsaltaire.com and www.saltsmill.org.uk Getting there by car: Sat Nav BD18 3TT for the car park.

Trains and bus services are also available.

In summary Saltaire offers something for everyone and has a very different feel from the leafy lanes of Cheshire. Personally speaking, I experienced a wonderfully warm day in Roberts Park and felt totally uplifted by the works of David Hockney.

Everything else was just a bonus.

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NGS Garden Visits for May & June The National Gardens Scheme (NGS) enjoys a well-deserved reputation for the quality of its gardens, most of which are privately owned and not normally open to the public, and for being the biggest garden-based charity fundraiser in England and Wales. In 2014, the NGS was able to give £24 million to the charities it supports.

There are about 90 NGS gardens in Cheshire and Wirral but in this issue, we highlight just those that are new to the NGS, or returning after a break. They’re all great value (an average of around £4, children usually free) and most offer tea and home-made cakes – an NGS tradition.

A corner of the garden at 5 Carnforth Drive

and there are mature shrubs and trees with colour, texture, line and form. Also, a delightful herbaceous border with healing colours of blues, pinks and purples. People have commented on the calm of this garden with its restful sitting areas.

Open: Saturday 13, Sunday 14 June (2 - 5pm).

Admission £6 (combined with 17 Poplar Grove), children free. Home-made teas.

For a complete list, grab a free copy of the NGS “Cheshire & Wirral Gardens 2015” booklet from libraries or larger garden centres. While you are out and about, try the updated “Find a Garden” tool on the NGS website, www.ngs.org. uk or the NGS app on your smartphone – there could be an NGS garden just around the corner!

And if the public opening dates don’t suit you, remember that many gardens welcome groups by arrangement.

New NGS Gardens to visit in May and June: All Fours Farm, Colliers Lane, Aston by Budworth nr Northwich A traditional and well-established country garden with a wide range of roses, hardy shrubs, bulbs, perennials and annuals. You will also find a small vegetable garden, pond and greenhouse as well as vintage machinery and original features from its days as a working farm.

Open: Monday 4 May, Saturday 6 June (10am 4pm). Admission £4, children free. Home-made teas.

5 Carnforth Drive, Sale A partly lawned mature suburban garden with secret paths, hidden corners, and a small pond.

A large magnolia tree captures the attention

10 Statham Avenue - a place to relax.

10 Statham Avenue, Lymm Beautifully structured and planned, a quarteracre south-facing plot, carefully terraced up to the Bridgewater canal tow path. A hazel arch leads to a paved patio with cordoned fruit trees and raised salad plot. Brick pathway passes a working greenhouse into herbaceous beds, and on to a shaded area with azaleas, rhododendrons and a formal lawn.

Open: Sunday 14, Saturday 20 June (11am 5pm). Admission £4, children free. Home-made teas, cakes and meringues with fresh fruit.

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by Graham Beech www.ngs.org.uk

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The Touchstone Garden.

Touchstone, Greenfields Lane, Rowton nr Chester Touchstone is predominately a woodland garden with lovely herbaceous borders. The garden is 0.7 of an acre, presented at its best in June. The focal point is a delightful range of herbaceous borders, with an emphasis on the look of a cottage garden.

This is a practical, colourful family garden.

Open: Thursday 18, Friday 19 June (10am - 5pm).

Admission £4, children free. Cream teas. Morning Coffee, Afternoon Tea, scones and cakes.

Clemley House, Well Lane, Duddon Common, Tarporley A 2-acre, gold-award-winning organic cottage garden with year-round interest. Features an orchard, wildflower meadow, badger sett and wildlife ponds – ‘Frogwatch’ charity volunteers transport migrating amphibians to the safety of the ponds when found on the roads in early spring. There are gravel and shade gardens, a shepherd’s hut and poly tunnel, also fruit and veg areas, rose pergola, gazebo, summer house and many nest boxes.

Open: Sunday 28 June (12 - 5pm). Admission £4, children free. Home-made teas. Home grown organic fruits used in jams & cakes.

Barry’s Gardening tips Has your inspiration been fired by reading about (or visiting!) these lovely gardens? Follow the advice of Barry Davy, NGS garden owner and designer from Handforth, near Wilmslow, with his top tips to keep your garden blooming lovely:

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■■ Although it’s the time when many gardens look their best, you still have a chance to get that staking done before tall or top-heavy plants go down in the first heavy shower.

You know you’ll regret it if you don’t. One plant that often needs staking is the Peony.

Although some varieties have strong enough stems to stay upright, many don’t, so be prepared. And don’t plant them too deeply.

This is possibly the source of the myth that peonies take years to flower if moved. I’ve moved several and they’ve always flowered on time.

■■ This is rose season and there is a bewildering choice. A good place to see and buy at very reasonable prices is Curbishley’s Roses in Ashton by Budworth, who grow their own stock. Follow the signs to Arley Hall from the A556 and you drive right past it. I’ve never understood why roses are sometimes planted together in a ‘rose bed’ with no other plants around them. They look so much better in an herbaceous or mixed border; geraniums make good companions.

■■ Wisteria will be doing its spectacular thing around now and tempting would-be purchasers. In fact this is the only time to buy wisteria, when you can see your potential purchase in flower. You could wait years for it to happen otherwise, especially if you’ve bought a seed-raised specimen as opposed to a grafted plant (easily spotted).

■■ If you’re planning garden visits and haven’t discovered Kiftsgate Court in the Cotswolds, give it a go. Right next door to Hidcote and, in my opinion, a nicer garden.

■■ And finally, if it’s May, it must be Chelsea. OK, so it gets a little busy but it’s still the best, especially if you get there early before the second wave at 2pm. Alternatively, set up your TV recorder for the show coverage and you’ll have days of gardens and plants to catch up with during the winter months.

If you’re looking for inspiration or need help with planting your garden, you can contact Barry by email: barry.davy@ntlworld.com. Or meet Barry and his wife Melanie at their NGS open garden days at Brooke Cottage, Handforth on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 July from 12 – 5pm. Homemade teas available!

The Walk - Etherow 8 Mile Circular Map: Dark Peak 1-25,000 Start: Marple Bridge SK965 895 Car Park: In Brabyns Park Leave the car park and walk back to the main road, Brabyns Brow. Turn left and walk up Lower Fold. Cross the road at the old Compstall Co-op (with the large clock) and take the first footpath on the right, signed St. Mary’s School. Emerge on to Lowry Drive, walk up to the road junction and climb the hill ahead, Constable Drive. Follow the hill round to the right to the junction with Hollins Lane. Turn left and after leaving the houses on the left (just beyond No.89), take the narrow footpath on the left leading to Ley Lane.

On reaching the lane, take the path diagonally left towards Broadstone which was once a farm; go between the old farm buildings to climb a stile. At this point the way ahead is unclear but proceed on a bearing of approx. 20 degrees or, if no compass is available, look up directly ahead away from the stile to find a gap between the trees on the horizon. Walk towards the gap and the edge of some farm buildings will appear and another stile. Go over the stile, keeping the hedge on the right, towards a curving stone wall (this

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section can be muddy). Continue to follow the wall around the back of Sunhill Farm to pick up the farm drive, curving round to the left where it joins Sandhill Lane.

Higher Chisworth.

Turn right and walk along the tarmac, (the views ahead open up to reveal the Kinder Plateau and to the right Glossop and Bleaklow), to the junction of Ernocroft Lane and Gird Lane. Go straight ahead for 20 yards and take the footpath on the left climbing up past Brown Low (an ancient burial site). Go straight ahead keeping the wall on the left through approx. 6 stiles, gradually descending to an old farm ‘Sandlane’.

Go past the farm on the left down to the minor road, turn left and descend to cross Glossop Road to the unmade road in front; continue to the

end, Far Woodseats (again, another old farm).

Take the path ahead and to the left keeping the fence on your right; follow this path winding through trees and dropping down to a narrow footbridge across the river Etherow. Turn left on to the track towards Bothams Hall, turn left and immediately left again, through a picket gate in front of a greenhouse/summer house (made from an assortment of windows). Five yards past this drop down on the left, cross a plank bridge over a minor stream. Go up to follow a winding path through trees to eventually climb a narrow rocky gully, which will bring you up to the side of a cottage to Apple Street.

Turn left and look for a large metal sign on the left saying Lumn Farm, partly obscured by a small conifer. Go past this and follow the road uphill to the right, looking now for a 5-bar metal gate on the left, about 30 feet after the bend in the road.

At the side of the gate go through the stone stile and through two fields, climbing the stile at the end of the second field to emerge into a field containing an electricity pylon. Go diagonally up the field, passing the pylon on your left, and looking out for a metal 5-bar gate ahead. Go through the gate and join a lane (Become Lane).

Turn left towards Become House, go through the yard and turn left downhill. Follow the road for approx. 100 yards to find a signpost on the

left pointing down towards trees. Go over the stile and drop down to cross another stile, follow the path down Mortin Clough to emerge at the side of a wooden shelter. You are now in Etherow Country Park.

Turn right and follow the path down, passing toilets on the right. At the bottom, turn right following the sign for the car park. When you reach the car park, go diagonally left to a short path leading down to Compstall Road.Turn left and keep on the left hand side, crossing the bridge and cross the road opposite the old George Hotel. Keep walking up the road and look for a sign on the right to Brabyns park. Take the path into the park, crossing the recently refurbished footbridge, turning immediately left on to a path following the river Goyt along its banks to return to the car park and starting point.

This walk was contributed by Marple District Rambling Club. They organise over 30 walks of all levels and distances every month, going out on Thursdays and Sundays. To see copies of their programme, visit www. marple-uk.com/rambling To join the Club, contact either Barry Wilson, 0161 948 0566, or Deirdre Nolan, 0161 427 7794.

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Simply Books Book Club Choice I have chosen two very contrasting books this month. Nora Webster by Colm Toibin is a beautifully written Irish novel. Nora is recently widowed. As she struggles to come to terms with her loss and the needs of her children she has to find a way to start living again. Set in Enniscorthy(Colm Toibin’s home town) in the late 1960’s the novel creates the tension between neighbourliness and claustrophobia that comes with living in a small Irish town. There are also allusions to larger events going on ‘North of the Border’ with the first of the protests and marches that signalled the start of the ‘Troubles’. Simply written, utterly gripping and not a word wasted.

The novel’s seemingly bleak storyline unfolds with such tenderness that you’ll find this is a book that stays with you long after you’ve put it down.

By way of contrast The Bees by Laline Paull is set inside a beehive! Inevitably the comparisons have been made with Richard Adams’ Watership Down – for rabbits read bees! Flora 717 is a survivor. Born into the lowest class of totalitarian hive society she is prepared to sacrifice everything for the Queen, surviving internal massacres, religious and political purges and terrifying invasions by vicious wasps. This is an extraordinary feat of imagination. Laline Paull has clearly done her research on bees. The book reads like a thriller – and as you might have already guessed is as much a commentary on human society (think 1984 or Animal Farm) as the world of the beehive. A brilliant read – you’ll never look the same way at a bee again!

And for the children...with Spring in the air and the chance to get out and about Wild Adventures by Mick Manning and Brita Granstrom is packed full of ideas for all kinds

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of exciting outdoor adventures. Beautiful water colour illustrations and easy to follow instructions. In a world of gadgets it’s good to be reminded how much fun it is to explore nature.

Another one for the family bookshelf!

COFFEE AND CONVERSATION 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 takes place on the third Wednesday of each month at 11am.

THE WRITING ACADEMY We are holding a half-day workshop on Wednesday 27 May with children’s author Julia Wills. Sessions limited to 10 places. Suitable for children aged 9-11. Price £20 (includes refreshments and a signed copy of one of Julia’s books). To book or for more details call in the shop, Tel 0161 439 1436 or email events@simplybooks.info

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

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Bollington Children’s Activities

Things to do with pre-school kids

Monday

Thursday

La Leche League monthly meeting 12.30pm Bollington. Breastfeeding help and mother-to-mother support. Usually 2nd Monday of the month but please call 01625 261 253 for details, date and venue.

Praise & Play 10.30-11.30am Term time only. St Oswald’s Church, Bollington. Contact Hannah on 07730 027505 or hannahbeko@aol.com

Jolly Jacks Various times during term time, Bollington Civic Hall.

Stimulate baby’s senses and development through natural, explorative, sensory play. Classes from £5.50 (also weekend classes on selected dates). For more information, dates and times, contact Aymi on 07958 807573 or visit www.jollyjacks.org.

Tuesday Wacky Woods 10am - 12pm Styperson Quarry Wood, Brookledge Lane, Adlington.

Come and have fun in the woods with your preschooler in a guided session; even young babies can appreciate the joys of nature. £5 per child includes pancakes or crumpets on the campfire. Contact 01625 573086

Wednesday Tots of Tytherington 9-11.30am Tytherington Family Worship, Sandwich Drive.

Please call Sue on 01625 614911 or email sandk22@yahoo.co.uk Rhyme Time 10-10.30am Bollington Library. Free but children must be accompanied by an adult. Telephone 01625 378 266 NCT at Fun4all 10-12 noon Fun4all in Macclesfield. Under 1’s free, 1 and 2 year olds £1 and 3+ usual rates. Contact bumpsandbabies@ eastcheshire-nct.org.uk, telephone 0844 243 6115, and see our Facebook page ‘Friends of East Cheshire NCT’ for more information and other events.

Allsorts Toddler Group 1.30-3.15pm Term time only. Allsorts Pre-School, Bollington St John’s Primary School. £1.50 per family includes refreshments.

Contact the pre-school supervisor Kathryn Cox on 07913628115 or allsorts3@virginmedia.com

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

Stay & Play 10-12noon Bollington Community Centre, Ovenhouse Lane.

Please call 01625 378 081 or email hurdsfieldchildrenscentreadmin@cheshireeast.gov.uk for more information Bosom Buddies 10.30-12noon Holy Trinity Church, Hurdsfield Road, Macc. Skilled breastfeeding help and mother-to-mother support.

For babies at any age or stage and pregnant women welcome, just drop in.

Contact Rosie 07961 614882 Stay & Play 1.30-3.30pm Hurdsfield Children’s Centre, Hulley Rd, Macc.

For ages 0-5 with parents/carers.

Please call 01625 378 081 or email hurdsfieldchildrenscentreadmin@cheshireeast.gov.uk for more information

Friday Rhyme Time 10-10.30am Bollington Library. Free but children must be accompanied by an adult.

Tel 01625 378 266.

Saturday Footloose Dance Academy 9-9.55am Civic Hall, Bollington. Introduction to dance for 3-4 year olds, including Ballet, Tap, and Freestyle dance.

Children will use their imagination, practise simple steps and learn co-ordination – whilst having fun!

For more information visit www.footloosedanceacademy.co.uk and to register please contact Sarah on 07951 054 547 Dad’s Group 10-12noon Hurdsfield Children’s Centre, Hulley Rd, Macc.

Drop-in play session for dads and male carers.

Monthly meeting so please call the centre 01625 378 081 for dates and more information.

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The Case for Bread…

Bread seems to get a continuous bashing in the media at the moment. Whether it’s the latest diet or a celebrity backed craze, bread is often portrayed as a villain. Is this fair?

We are understandably, passionate about a good loaf of bread. We even started a business which strives to turn out the perfect loaf day after day. In defence of our beloved product, we thought we would do a bit of research about the benefits of bread as part of a healthy, balanced diet?

Fibre – bread can provide up to 20% of your daily recommended fibre intake, supporting a healthy digestive system. Breads packed with grains and seeds are even better and are great for providing a slow energy release.

Sugar – most bread is low in sugar, we only add sugar to a couple of speciality loaves.

Fat – bread is low in fat.

Essential minerals – bread can provide 20% of the recommended daily allowance of calcium and 10% of iron and folate.

Cost – even a good quality loaf of bread is a relatively low cost, nutritious food source.

Love - finally, what article about bread can exclude its emotional value. What is more comforting than a delicious slice of toast and butter or a tasty sandwich on soft fresh bread.

Follow us @BramhallBakery or on our blog www.bramhallbakery.co.uk for more bread talk!

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The Farmers Arms - Surpassing all Expectations If you want to visit a place that is hospitable, serves great food and can bring a twinkle to your eye, the Farmers Arms in Poynton takes some beating. This wonderful pub just oozes character and appeal and typifies the spirit of change that has overtaken Poynton in recent years. If you are in the slightest bit inquisitive, take a short drive to The Farmers Arms, for lunch, evening meal, or just a Saturday afternoon tea.

The Farmers Arms has been with us in many guises over the years, but most would agree that this time it has truly reinvented itself and should give great pleasure for many years to come.

Certainly, it represents a landmark investment by Robinsons Brewery.

Neil Robinson-Stanier, Robinsons Director, said: “The last major refurbishment took place around 32 years ago and although we have carried out minor design changes over the years, the pub needed an overhaul to meet the retail design expectations of a pub in 2014. The plan was to design a scheme that was full of fun, theatre and interest.”

Miscellaneous agricultural artefacts are tastefully displayed throughout its space, butterflies adorn the ceiling and cascading flowers bring a vast sweep of colour to its walls. Such daring creativity has never before been seen in a Robinsons pub, or in any other pub I have visited.

Opening the new look Farmers Arms, William Robinson, Managing Director of Robinsons Brewery (Pubs Division), said: “This pub is not only a landmark pub for Poynton but for our brewery as a whole. We believe that pubs are all about stories and history. The entrance even incorporates a half crown coin which was originally stuck onto the old bar over 50 years ago by Martin’s father-in-law; it is part of the rich history of the pub and is a microcosm of our core beliefs – embracing heritage whilst looking towards the future.”

“The design has turned everything on its head” said licensee Martin Crank. “If you compared the pub to what it looked like at the start of 2014 you wouldn’t believe it’s the same place!”

The pub serves a menu that combines honest home cooked dishes with locally sourced produce. Grazing boards, 28 days matured steaks, freshly made salads, English sausages, leeks wrapped in bacon and mackerel pate are just a taste of what’s available on the menu.

If you enjoy doing things that surpass your expectations, visit the Farmers Arms. It’s as simple as that.

As you enter, you come face to face with Ermintrude – a life-sized fibre glass cow. Hand painted, her floral design gives a clue to the upholstery that adorns several new seating areas and is a taster of the general décor that awaits you.

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Inside Guide Saturday 2 May Summer Print Fair. Browse and buy a slection of prints, illustrations, comics and zines by various artists and illustrators from across the North West. Free Entry The Old Sunday School, Roe Street, Macclesfield 10am-4pm

Wednesday 6 May Pott Shrigley Community Cinema - monthly, in the village hall (Flix in the Stix.) This month we are showing PADDINGTON. Tickets £3 in advance, or ‘chance it’ on the door at £4 (limited seating.) Doors and licensed bar open at 6:30pm. Easy parking, friendly atmosphere, wide screen HD projection and surround sound. All welcome. More information from 01625 573538 or visit tiny.cc/pottflix

A guide to selected events in East Cheshire during May & June Sat 9 to Sat 16 May Wilmslow Green Room presents Entertaining Angels, a ‘very English comedy’ by Richard Everett. Tickets can be booked online or via the Green Room Box Office on 01625 540933. For further information, please visit www.wgrsoc.org.uk Wilmslow Green Room, Chapel Lane, Wilmslow

Sunday 10 May Plant Hunters’ Fair Half price entry to the Gardens and Plant Fair £3 Adlington Hall, Mill Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 4LF 10.30am – 4pm

Pott Shrigley Village Hall SK10 5RT 7:30pm

Monday 11 May

Saturday 9 May

Bollington SciBar – ‘Allergies and Anaphylactic Shock’ speaker Dr Tomaz Garcez (consultant immunologist, Central Manchester University Hospital).

Bollington Three Peaks Fell Race. This 9k route takes in Kerridge Hill, White Nancy and Nab Hill and starts at Bollington Brewery, refreshments provided at the Brewery. £6 registration.

Registration from 1pm, Race starts at 2pm

Vale Inn, Bollington 6.30pm

Monday 11 - Saturday 16 May

Saturday 9 May

Passing Strangers - by Eric Chappell - A comedy centred around a visit by two masquerading friends to a singles evening.

Northern Chamber Orchestra - Soloists from the NCO: Tchaikovsky Souvenir de Florence

Poynton Players, George’s Road West, Poynton

Macclesfield Heritage Centre 7.30pm

Tues 12 to Sat 16 May

Saturday 9 May

Bollington Light Opera Group are performing Oliver! from the 12-16th May 2015 at Bollington Civic Hall.

The show will be at Bollington Civic Hall from May 12 to 16, each night at 7.30 pm, with a matinee on the 16th at 2 pm, for which family tickets are available at a discounted rate.

Bollington Brass Band Charity Concert. Bollington Brass Band, which has recently made its home back at the Arts Centre, will perform a concert of favourites with all proceeds in aid of Bollington Arts Centre. Tickets £8 available on 01625 613851 Arts Centre 7.30pm

Tickets are available by ringing 01625 431038, or by e-mailing blogbookings@aol.com

Saturday 9 May

Thursday 14 May

Peter Macqueen, professional actor and landscape gardener, stars in Old Herbaceous, in which Herbert Pinnegar reminisces with gentle humour about his rise to Head Gardener at the ‘Big House’. Tickets £8 from The Hope Centre or Church Office on 01625 615195.

All proceeds to The Hope Centre.

Macclesfield Decorative & Fine Arts Society. Design Matters: The Creation of Fine Leather Bindings Dominic Riley. Visitors welcome £7. Please contact Membership Secretary 01625 611514 Heritage Centre, Roe Street, Macclesfield 2pm

Tytherington Family Worship, Sandwich Drive SK10 2UZ. Continued over...

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Wednesday 20 May

Macc Lit and Phil - Black Holes: no need to be afraid, with Ian Morison, Emeritus Professor of Astronomy at Gresham College. He has spent his career at Jodrell Bank, and is also patron of Macclesfield Astronomical Society and a Council Member of the Society for Popular Astronomy. Non members £4

Tracks and Signs. Bollin Valley Partnership Head Ranger Tim Harding will be leading a circular walk looking for animal tracks and signs that we often miss on our travels in the countryside. Booking in advance essential at tracksandsigns2015.eventbrite.co.uk Information: 01625 374790

Macc Library 7.30pm

Prestbury village car park, Springfields, Prestbury, Macclesfield 2pm to 4pm

Saturday 16 May Cheshire Tortoise Day. In its 14th year, the event will include educational and natural history aspects of chelonian and fun activities for younger visitors. Micro chipping, worming, health checks, and advice on husbandry will also be available throughout the day, as well as various stalls including plants, books and crafts.

Refreshments are available. Entry £2, children free.

Wednesday 20 May A spring evening walk exploring the footpaths of Kerridge with Cheshire East Ranger Ed Pilkington, finding out about the history of the area and taking in the views from Kerridge Ridge. Booking in advance essential at springeveninginkerridge2015.eventbrite.co.uk Information: 01625 383700

Woodford Community Centre, Chester Road, Woodford 10am-4pm

Meet at Jackson Lane, Kerridge, Bollington 7.30pm to 9.30pm

Saturday 16 May

Saturday 23 May

Join History Wardrobe for a special costume event showing how women’s fashion changed from before, during, and after World War One. Tickets cost £10/£8 for Friends of the Museum.

Creative Writing Workshop. Costs £25 per person and booking is essential, call 01625 613210. The Old Sunday School, Roe Street, Macclesfield. 10am-4pm

The Old Sunday School, Roe Street, Macclesfield 1.30pm start

Saturday 16 May Alderley Edge Orchestra, conductor Juan Ortuno.

Programme includes Mendelssohn Piano Concerto no.1, Mozart Haffner Symphony and Sibelius Karelia Suite.

Tickets online at www.aeorchestra.org.uk or at the door.

Adults £8, Children £1 Alderley Edge Methodist Church SK9 7DU at 7.30pm

Sunday 17 May Letters Through your Door, a family show by David Gibb.

This a fun and exciting stage show packed full of catchy and toe tapping numbers perfect for 3 + years and their families.

Children (U16) £4, Adults £6, Family of 4 £18 Bollington Arts Centre 2.30pm

Monday 18 May Bollington Civic Society. Bollington Matters - lively discussion on the things that matter to members!

Annual membership only £7. A small donation is requested from non members Community Centre 8pm

Sat 23 - Mon 25 May Bollington Art Group Annual Exhibition. A whole host of excellent original works (framed and unframed) will be on display as well as a beautiful selection of cards and notelets. Free entry and parking, and refreshments are available to buy in our pop-up vintage café.

Bollington Civic Hall, Palmerston Street.

Sat & Sun 10am-6pm, Mon 10am-4pm

Tuesday 26 May Exploring Fabrics at Paradise Mill. Learn about the production of silk, examine fabrics and weave patterns on loom cards. Costs £5 per person which includes a tour of the mill.

Paradise Mill, Park Lane, Macclesfield 10-11.30am

Tuesday 26 May Drop-in Crafts, learn to write your name like an Ancient Egyptian and create your own bookmark to take home. £2 per child. West Park Museum, Prestbury Road, Macclesfield. 2-4pm

Wednesday 27 May Drop-in Experiments – be amazed by science and have a go at different experiments. Suitable for ages 5+ costs £2.

Silk Museum, Park Lane, Macclesfield 10am-12 noon

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Wednesday 27 May

Friday 12 June

Drop-in crafts – use pictures and words to make your own exciting story or poem based on the Museum’s collection. Suitable for all ages, costs £2

Macclesfield Decorative & Fine Arts Society. Brighton’s West Pier - The Story of Britain’s First Grade 1 Pier with Jackie Marsh Hobbs. Visitors welcome £7. Please contact Membership Secretary 01625 611514

The Old Sunday School, Roe Street, Macclesfield.

1.30-3.30pm

Heritage Centre, Roe Street, Macclesfield. 2pm

Thursday 28 and Friday 29 May

Wednesday 17 June

Children’s Craft Club Salt Magic Painting –creating texture and sparkle! Suitable for ages 6-11 costs £6.50.

Booking is essential, call 01625 613210.

Students from Chetham’s School of Music Manchester Admission by Programme £4.00 Light lunches available from 12 noon Concert performances commence at 1.00 pm

The Silk Museum, Park Lane, Macclesfield 10am-12noon

Further Information: Tel. 01625 586713 Tel. 01625 584410 Tel. 01625 584367 www.alderleyedgemethodistchurch.com Email: aemc1@tiscali.co.uk

Wednesday 3 June Pott Shrigley Community Cinema - monthly, in the village hall (Flix in the Stix.) This month we are showing “THE THORY OF EVERYTHING.” Tickets £3 in advance, or ‘chance it’ on the door at £4 (limited seating.) Doors and licensed bar open at 6:30pm. Easy parking, friendly atmosphere, wide screen HD projection and surround sound. All welcome. For more information, please ring 01625 573538 or visit tiny.cc/pottflix Pott Shrigley Village Hall, SK10 5RT 7:30pm

Saturday 6 June Open Day at AVRO, suitable for both novices and those new to golf (ladies, gents or juniors) who are seeking a small, friendly and affordable club to join; or the more experienced golfer looking for a smaller but challenging local course to join. With an award winning Greenkeeper and 7 day membership fees of less than £10 a week! For more details contact Les Fowler on 01625 876780.

Thursday 18 June Bollington and District Horticultural and Flower Club. A talk on Dahlians. Stuart Clensy, a prize-winning grower, will give help, hints and ideas about how to grow better dahlias. There will be plants for sale. Members £1.50, non-members £3. Community Centre, Ovenhouse Lane, Bollington 7.30pm

Sunday 21 June St George’s Singers join forces with The Sheffield Chorale, a trio of wonderful young soloists and Stockport Symphony Orchestra to perform Edward Elgar’s choral masterpiece, The Dream of Gerontius. Ticket Hotline 01633 764012 or at www.st-georges-singers.org.uk Tickets £15, £13 concession, £5 students/children. Coach transport from Poynton/ Hazel Grove.The Monastery, Gorton, Manchester 7.30pm

AVRO Golf Club, Woodford

Sunday 28 June

Saturday 6 June

Jacksons’ Jaunt. A stroll around Jacksons’ Brickworks with Cheshire East Rangers looking at the flora and fauna and the habitat management techniques used to promote wildlife. Booking in advance is essential at http://jacksonsjaunt2015.eventbrite.co.uk by 24 June Information: 01625 383700

Bollington Ladies Probus Club Coffee Morning – tickets £1 (50p for children) which will include coffee and biscuits. There will be a cake stall, plant and bric-abrac sales, and a tombola. All are welcome and Probus Committee are always pleased to talk to retired persons who wish to join the Club.

Bollington Community Centre, Ovenhouse Lane 10am to 12noon

Saturday 6 June The Wilmslow Symphony Orchestra will perform an exciting programme Gershwin ‘Cuban Overture’, Barber ‘Adagio for Strings’, Copland ‘Fanfare for the Common Man’ and both ‘On the Waterfront Suite’ and ‘Symphonic Dances from West Side Story’ by Bernstein.

Tickets £12, Conc £10, Under 18’s £2 Wilmslow Leisure Centre, 7.45pm

Jacksons’ Brickworks Car Park, Pool House Road, Higher Poynton 10.30am to 12 noon

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pharmacies I Rowlands & Co

01625 574401

The Village Pharmacy, Prestbury

01625 829216

Bollington Dental Practice

01625 574609

Prestbury Road Dental Practice

01625 432300

Doctors Bollington Medical Centre

08443 878481

Hope Cottage Surgery, Prestbury

01625 827319

Hospitals NHS Direct Prestbury Medical Centre

01625 421000 0845 4647 01625 827319

Leisure Centre Bollington Leisure Centre

01625 574774

Macclesfield Leisure Centre

01625 615602

Libraries Bollington Library

01625 426138

Fallibroome High School

01625 827898

Travel Bus Information

Dentists

Macclesfield Hospital

All Hallows Catholic High School

01625 534850

Cheshire Traveline

0870 608 2608

Train Information

0845 748 4950

Manchester Airport

0161 489 3000

Utilities Electricity – Power Loss Gas – Emergency

0800 195 4141 0800 111 999

Water Mains

0845 746 2200

Environment Agency Floodline

0845 988 1188

Helplines Alcoholics Anonymous Childline Citizens Advice Bureau Crimestoppers Directory Enquiries

0845 7697555 0800 1111 0844 826 9800 0800 555111 118 500

01625 378266

National Dementia Helpline

Prestbury Library

01625 827501

RSPCA

0300 1234999

Macclesfield Library

01625 374000

Samaritans

0845 7909090

Police Non Emergency

Other 101

Post Offices West Bollington Post Office Tytherington Post Office

0845 300 0336

Bollington Town Hall Bridgend Centre

01625 572378 01625 869042

Schools St John’s Primary School

01625 572025

Bollington Cross Primary

01625 572138

Bollington Arts Centre

01625 572985 01625 576311 01625 573863

CCC Highways

0845 111 0315

Bollington Veterinary Centre

01625 572999

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Classified Index

HOME IMPROVEMENT & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

BAKERIES Bramhall Bakery

34

BUILDING SERVICES Cheshire Roofline & Building Services

38

Clark Construction

28

Mark Tildsley

28

NAB Construction

15 6

CARE SERVICES Alice Chilton In-Home Care

28

CARPETS Carpet Creations

5

CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING Safeclean

24

Zap-Clean

34

CATERING Pizza Principles

35

CLEANING Queeny Cleaners

40

Wild About Cleaning

32

Brook Farm Interiors

Pure Clean Drainage Solutions

20

Trevor Garner

Simplicity Granite

16

Lawnkeeper Limited

20

LOFT LADDERS More Than Loft Ladders Kathy Shaw Barking Mad Dave Beal

Inside Front

36 31

WM. Bradley & Co.

27

SOFT FURNISHINGS

GARAGE REFURBISHMENT Inside Back

Kathy Shaw

40

VETERINARY SURGEONS

GARDEN DESIGN & LANDSCAPING 23

Bollington Vet Centre

32

WINDOW CLEANING

GARDEN ROOMS 19

Cavendish Window Cleaning

38

WINDOW & CONSERVATORY REPAIRS

GUTTER CLEANING 29

HEALTH & FITNESS Back Cover

The Window Repair Centre

39

Window Geeks

44

WINDOWS & DOORS Royal Windows

46

40

PUBS & RESTAURANTS

SECURITY

ENTERTAINMENT

40

PLUMBING & HEATING

Poynton Roofing

Fitness 4 All

14

PLASTERERS

35

Sherratt Gutter Cleaning

40

PET CARE

Will’s Driveway Cleaning

The Swift Organisation

40

PAINTING & DECORATING

ROOFING

Sherratt Landscapes Ltd

9

Green Thumb

34

Danmarque Garages

35

LAWNCARE

Cleanadrive

Party in the Park

32

KITCHENS

The Farmers Arms

DRIVEWAY CLEANING

10

JOINERY

Simon Bannister

DRAINAGE

32

INTERIOR DESIGN

Matt Finish

CAR SERVICES Hulley Road MOT & Service Centre

Trevor Garner

15