Inside Marple Issue 40

inside m a r p l e november - december 2017

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It’s always lovely to hear from readers who enjoy reading INSIDE and I know, from our delivery people, that many of you look forward to every issue. It’s also good to hear that businesses get a great response by advertising regularly in our pages. The more advertisers we get, the more editorial pages we can add meaning there’s even more to enjoy!

One of the most popular features has always been The Walk and of the dozens we have brought to you over the years, many have been supplied by Marple & District Rambling Club. It has, therefore, been an absolute pleasure to assist with the production of a booklet to mark the 50th anniversary of the club.

50 years of Memorable Walks features 16 walks to suit all age groups and abilities and is available to purchase now – see p8 for details. Don’t delay if you’d like a copy, I’m sure it will be very popular and it would make a perfect stocking filler!

Talking of which… season’s greetings from the INSIDE team and we’ll see you in 2018.

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marple santa dash the magic of a christmas tree 50 Years of Memorable Walks beautifully bespoke Diary of a Geeky Knitter In Touch crossword and sudoku simply books book club choice eating out the walk marple senior citizens Explore canada just 4 kids Children’s Activities inside guide Puzzle Solutions useful numbers Classified Index

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Marple Santa Dash Registration is already open for this year’s Santa Dash, to be held on Sunday 3 December.

The organisers have teamed up with Kidneys for Life and sponsorship forms are available if you would like to fundraise for this worthy cause. Please note though, obtaining sponsorship is NOT a requirement and there is NO minimum amount for sponsorship money raised.

As usual, the registration fee of £10 will cover the costs of the day and enable the Lions to continue their work

in the community. Terry Harding from the Lions would like to put on record his personal thanks to all those people who continue to support the Lions year after year, not least the Dashers themselves!

Dashers under the age of 11 are rewarded with a ride on the Dragon Miniature Railway at the Marple Garden Centre, where Marple Band will also be playing Christmas music. Smiths of Marple will then very kindly provide transport back to Marple for if needed. In the run up to Christmas, Dragon Miniature Railway and Marple Garden Centre will be hosting Father Christmas, who will be arriving at 11am on Saturday 25 November. The Grotto will be open every weekend and during the week immediately before Christmas. Bookings for breakfast and tea with Father Christmas in the restaurant during December are already being taken.

Why not go along and join the fun? Even if you don’t take part in the run itself, there’s sure to be something to make you smile!

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THE MAGIC OF A CHRISTMAS TREE If you want to get into the spirit of Christmas, why not visit one of the many Christmas Tree Festivals that take place during December – there’s bound to be one near you. Festivals have become increasingly popular as a way of bringing communities together, raising money for charity, helping the local economy and sharing the joy of Christmas. Many such events have between 12 and 40 trees, but regardless of numbers, every Festival is unique with its own menu of activities and its own particular charm. When the trees are lit and it’s dark outside, it’s a sight you won’t forget.

Trees have been a focus for celebration for many centuries, our own tradition owing much to our European neighbours, and Germany in particular.

The story goes that Martin Luther, a great 16th century German preacher, was walking home through a snowy wood on Christmas Eve in 1517, when he was inspired by the stars twinkling through the fir trees. Once home, he wanted to share the beauty of the scene with his family and so he dug up a small fir tree and brought it into the nursery where he covered it with lighted candles. Due to the fame and influence of Martin Luther, the practice became popular across Germany and much of Europe although it did not catch on in Britain until much later.

And then there’s tinsel. Tinsel was invented in Nuremberg around 1610. It was originally made from extruded strands of silver, but because silver tarnishes quickly, other shiny metals were substituted. Before the 16th century, tinsel was used for adorning sculptures

rather than Christmas trees, but it was added later to Christmas trees to enhance the flickering of the candles on the tree.

And what about all those baubles? Well, glass baubles were first made in Lauscha, Germany, by Hans Greiner (1550-1609) who produced garlands of glass beads and tin figures that could be hung on trees. The popularity of these decorations grew into the production of glass figures made by highly skilled artisans with clay moulds. Other glassblowers in Lauscha also recognised the growing popularity of Christmas baubles and began producing them in a wide range of designs. Soon, the whole of Germany began buying Christmas glassware from Lauscha.

On Christmas Eve 1832, a young Victoria wrote about her delight at having a tree, hung with lights, ornaments, and presents placed round it. And then in the 1840s the Londoner showed a picture of Victoria’s Christmas tree bedecked with glass ornaments and baubles sourced from her husband Prince Albert’s native Germany. This publicity was not wasted on the little town of Lauscha which then began exporting its products throughout Europe on a pretty large scale.

In many ways, we have Prince Albert to thank for popularising what has now become our traditional Christmas tree.

Here are a few local festivals you might visit – it would be wise to check ahead before you go for up to date opening times.

For more details on these, and other events visit: www.christmastreefestivals.org

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St George’s Church, 28 Buxton Road, Heaviley, Stockport SK2 6NU 29 November to 3 December - check website for opening times.

Adults £2, children free www.stgeorgestockport.org.uk

Hazel Grove Methodist Church, Wesley Street, Hazel Grove SK7 4J Admission Charge £1 Tel: 0161 483 0150 or visit www.wesleystreet.org

St George’s Church New Mills, Church Road, New Mills, SK22 4PF 8, 9, 10 and 11 December.

Tel: 01663 749323 www.newmillschurch.co.uk

Holy Trinity Church, Buxton Road, Whaley Bridge, SK23 7HX Adults £1, children free www.whaleybridge.com

Church of St. Bartholomew, Church St, Wilmslow SK9 1AW Friday 1 to Sunday 3 December. Beautifully decorated trees on display and musical entertainment in the evening on Friday and Saturday. www.wilmslowparish.org.

Alderley Edge Methodist Church www.alderleyedgemethodistchurch.co.uk

St Cross Church, Mobberley Road, Knutsford, WA16 8EL www.stcrossknutsford.org.uk

Chester Cathedral, 12 Abbey Square, Chester, CH1 2HU Saturday 27 Nov to Sunday 7 Jan 2018 www.chestercathedral.com

by Garth Aspinall

50 YEARS OF MEMORABLE WALKS November 2017 marks the 50th Anniversary of the Marple District Rambling Club. With over 350 members, this thriving Club arranges over 350 walks each year, each one being led by volunteer members. Many of their favourites have appeared in the INSIDE Magazines over the last five years.

In celebration of its 50-year history, and in association with INSIDE Magazines, the Club has now produced a 48-page booklet to include 16 of its most memorable walks to suit all age groups and walking abilities.

The overall package takes you to all parts of this stunning and beautiful environment that we are fortunate to live in or are close to in our region.

Marple District Rambling Club

50 years of MEMORABLE WALKS

To follow and enjoy these walks, the booklets go on sale for rrp ÂŁ4.99 in Michael Bradbury & Barry Wilson various outlets from late October 2017 - Simply Books in Bramhall, Base Camp in Stockport, and in Marple at Trek and Travel and The Bookshop (Marple). If you live outside these areas, and would like a booklet, please contact either Michael Bradbury, 07920 744 054 or Barry Wilson, 07833 704 627.

Produced in association with INSIDE Magazines

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Diary of a geeky knitter Is it really this time of year again, with Christmas looming on the horizon? As I write this, I’ve already had my first mince pie of the season. Do bear in mind that, in the magazine business, it’s been Christmas for months already – in fact, we’ve just started planning our summer knitting commissions at work. And I wonder where the time goes week by week. As my fellow knitters and crafters must also appreciate, we start taking Christmas seriously early if we are to have all of our handmade gifts finished in time. Not that I’ve even planned my presents yet.

Make time for your creative interests Perhaps selfishly (for want of a better word) I’ve put off my Christmas planning this year because I realised I was so caught up in work, and sorting personal finances and planning a wedding (yes, this time next year, I will be married, eek!) that I wasn’t making enough time for myself and my creative pursuits again, which really was an atrocious situation. I’ve written before about the benefits of crafting for mental health and stress relief, and sometimes you need to take a moment to force yourself to pause and enjoy something, no matter how small or ‘not-to-plan’ it might feel. Before you realise it, it’s almost Christmas and you are planning summer magazines and you wonder why you never know what day it is anymore.

On the back of this, reading back through my previous articles, I promised some notes on how to get started writing your own blog, which I never delivered on!

To be fair to myself, I’ve only just started regularly blogging again following a hectic summer, and I’m so glad I did because it’s nice to write for pleasure again.

You can write about your interests, no matter what they are; whether you knit, like me, or are a train-spotter, or perhaps you are a huge fan of Stockport County FC (I know there must be some of you out there), and you find you want to talk about the passion, I would really encourage starting your own blog. If you are honest and genuine, and clearly love your subject matter, your readers will pick up on that and will interact with you. It’s also a fantastic platform to meet like-minded people on. Before you say ‘oh, but I can’t write’ just wait: everyone can be a writer. As with anything, all it takes is practice and care, but you will find when you write about something that you are already passionate about, it is very easy to write in an approachable way.

One of the best things about blogs as well is that they are usually free to have! I use www.blogger.com which is very easy to use, and there are plenty of platforms out there.

If you do start a blog, make sure you tell your friends and also drop me an email, and maybe you will get a mention online or here! Until next time, Merry Christmas, and not long after this Happy Easter I bet!

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in touch your local community noticeboard november - december 2017

MARPLE EXPLORING THE ARTS Marple Exploring the Arts Society opened its new season in September with a sparkling programme of music and lectures on literature, drama, visual arts and film, all delivered in a lively social atmosphere. If you enjoy the arts why not come and explore them further with us? You will be assured of a warm welcome either as a visitor or member at any of our meetings which are held at fortnightly intervals at the United Reformed Church on Hibbert Lane, Marple SK6 7NN. There is disabled access and plenty of free parking close by.

For full details of all the Autumn 2017/Spring 2018 programme and membership enquiries please follow this link: http://marple-uk.com/arts/ or contact Gwen Lowe (META Secretary) at gwen.26@btinternet.com

CANALSIDE WELCOME STATION NEEDS VOLUNTEERS A new waterside welcome station has been opened by the Canal & River Trust charity in Marple to offer tourist information and advice to visitors. The mini visitor centre has been created from a refurbished old stone canal toll house, at the top of Marple’s famous lock flight on the Peak Forest Canal, near to the junction with the Macclesfield Canal.

The welcome station is equipped with leaflets and top tips about the local area and the national 2000-mile canal network, cared for by the Trust. It will be open on an ad hoc basis over the main tourist season and staffed by Canal & River Trust volunteers.

Tracey Jackson, local operations supervisor with the Canal & River Trust, said: “The canal system around Marple is very popular with visitors, particularly in the summer months. Recruiting new volunteers will be vital if we are to open the welcome station as often as we would like. We’re looking for enthusiastic, outgoing people who would enjoy engaging with visitors. A good knowledge of the local area would be a bonus and training will be given.”

Anyone interested in getting involved should email tracey.jackson@canalrivertrust.org.uk

OPEN YOUR GARDEN IN MARPLE A group of Marple gardening enthusiasts have got together to organise an “Open Gardens in Marple” event in July 2018, to raise funds for Cancer Research UK. Currently the group is seeking people living in the Marple area who are interested in opening their gardens to the public over the weekend of Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 July 2018. They are seeking expressions of interest now, not a firm commitment, so if this is something you think you may enjoy and would like to find out more then please send your details or your enquiries to opengardensinmarple@marple-uk.com If you’re passionate about your garden and your friends and family tell you how lovely it is, then it’s very likely other people will want to visit your garden too. Size doesn’t matter!

Please let us have your expressions of interest as soon as you can!

More info at www.marple-uk.com/opengardensinmarple Continued over

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APPEAL TO RESTORE THE CROSS ON COBDEN EDGE The Cross on Cobden Edge, a popular local landmark was damaged irreparably in the winter storms of December 2015. The cross was originally erected in March, 1970 and has been a much loved and much visited landmark since then. The ‘Churches Together in Marple Area’ group originally erected this cross and have had responsibility for it ever since. Many people, churchgoers or not, value the cross overlooking our community and have been asking when it will be restored from its present T-shape to become once again the familiar landmark.

After taking professional advice, it has been agreed to remove what remains of the existing cross and replace it with a much stronger structure of galvanised steel, clad with wood to retain the original appearance. It is hoped that work will start in Spring 2018.

‘Churches Together’ are launching an appeal to raise £25,000 for the building and maintenance of the new structure. The churches themselves will be raising funds, but support from the wider community will be invaluable in helping the target to be reached.

For more information please contact Marian Thompson, Cobden Cross Fund secretary on 0161 427 7254 or email marian37et@gmail.com

MARPLE LOYALTY CARD Marple’s recently launched Shop Local Club Card has got off to a flying start – with one trader reporting an uptake of 400 cards by his customers alone in the first month.

John Littlewood from Littlewoods Butchers in Church Lane, Marple was one of the founder members of the new scheme.

He says the new loyalty card is quick and easy to use and many of his customers will be putting their savings toward their Christmas meat orders.

The new card means that Marple has become one of the first towns in the country to have its own loyalty card scheme for shoppers to use at the local independent shops, bars and restaurants. The scheme is unique as it offers one card for use at many independent outlets in the town with different offers available at each individual shop.

Ian Smith, chairman of Marple Business Forum, said: “We all know that Marple is a great place to live and this loyalty card means the town offers even more. The Business Forum is delighted at how well it has been received.’’

For more details please call 0161 820 1650 or visit www.shoplocalclubcard.com

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CYCLING CLUB SPONSORSHIP DEAL Beer Traders have become the first sponsor of the SK6 Spinners Cycling Club, with the club’s new jersey displaying the Marple micropub’s logo. The jersey was launched at a special event at Beer Traders in July, with 30 members collecting their jerseys to a walk-on song of their choice. In total, 50 out of the 70 club members can now been seen out and about around Marple in official club jerseys.

Matt Fairhurst from Beer Traders (left) with The SK6 Spinners is a road cycling club founded Alex Waddington from the SK6 Spinners. in 2015, with the aim of being open, friendly and catering to all abilities. The club prides itself on developing the skills, confidence and fitness of less experienced riders – men and women - and putting on excursions where all abilities can ride together.

The SK6 Spinners cycle at 7.30am every Sunday morning, meeting at Asda Marple, and usually finishing by 10am, with coffee and breakfast at Marple Cricket Club afterwards. They also organise special track sessions, challenges and social events. New members can try club rides for free, with membership just £15 per year.

For more information please email info@sk6spinners.co.uk or search ‘SK6 Spinners’ on Facebook.

AWARD-WINNING BANDS PERFORM TOGETHER Award-winning Hawk Green (Marple) Band and Marple Brass Bands, will join forces in November to support St. Paul’s Church, Compstall with its fundraising to stabilise the chancel and also to enable both bands to maintain their joint bandroom in Marple’s Memorial Park.

Marple is unique within Stockport for having not one, but two accomplished brass bands, both of which provide lively and entertaining concerts supporting charities and worthy causes within the surrounding area.

Tickets for the joint concert on Saturday 11 November, at 7.30pm, are available from Doreen Web on 0161 430 2779. £7.50 - light refreshments are included.

Hawk Green Brand at Lydgate near Saddleworth in June

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simply books

book club choice

Hannah Kent’s debut novel Burial Rites – a book inspired by events surrounding the celebrated trial and execution of a young woman in late nineteenth century Iceland – was an award-winning international bestseller. She has a wonderful talent for taking fragments of historical facts and breathing life into them through her fiction.

For her new book, The Good People, we are in rural Ireland in 1825. As with her first book the author takes inspiration from true events – in this case the trial of ‘an old woman of very advanced age’ for wilful infanticide.

This is one of several recorded cases of death and injury suffered as a consequence of trying to ‘put the fairy’ out a child who has come to be seen as a ‘changeling’ from the ‘fairy world’ of ‘the good people’.

Mourning the death of her husband and daughter Nora hears rumours that her four-year old son Micheal can no longer speak or walk – people are saying he is a ‘changeling’, bringing bad luck to the valley.

In desperation Nora seeks a cure from the local ‘keener’ or ‘handy woman’ – and is soon set on a course which will bring her into conflict with the Catholic Church and her own community.

Hannah Kent has an uncanny ear for the lilt and intonation of the villagers’ conversation and gives us a fascinating and compelling picture of a community torn between on the one hand the folklore of a traditional belief in ‘the fairy world’, and on the other the authority of the Priest and the Church. Beautifully written – a book to immerse yourself in!

The Underground Railway by Colson Whitehead tells the story of one woman’s perilous journey of escape from slavery set in pre-Civil War America. Cora is a slave on a cotton plantation in Georgia, an existence made even more hellish by her status as an outcast among her fellow Africans. Approaching womanhood – where ever greater pain and danger threatens – she encounters Caesar, a slave recently arrived from Virginia. Caesar tells her about the ‘underground railway’ and she takes the momentous decision to accompany him on his journey to the North. A harrowing, engrossing story - and a very timely examination of the dark side of American history.

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

And for the children…Big Brown Bear’s New Cave by Yuval Zommer is a delightful new picture book. Brown Bear’s new cave just doesn’t feel like home, so he fills it with all kinds of STUFF. Soon there is SO much stuff there is no room to stretch or scratch or do any of the things that Big Brown Bears generally like to do. And there is definitely no room for his friends to come and visit. Something’s got to give! A funny story with a heart-warming message about the value of friendship!

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A rest was definitely required but we had already psyched ourselves up for a dessert, so we weren’t planning on leaving any time soon. The ambience is very pleasant; this is a lovely pub restaurant, really well furnished and very nicely decorated throughout.

We were informed that two of the desserts were homemade which made us choose one of those each – with separate bowls so we could share.

Eating out

A Warm Welcome at The Devonshire Arms This was our second visit to The Devonshire Arms since it reopened and this time it was Pie and Prosecco Night – an interesting concept! We weren’t convinced until we looked around the room to discover that most people in there were indeed eating pie and drinking prosecco!

We felt almost obliged to join the race for pies, a fine selection of which was displayed on a large blackboard – above the offer of prosecco at £3.50 and a prosecco cocktail for £6.95.

We searched avidly for a fish pie, only to discover one later, lurking on the main menu at a few pounds above the £9.95 main pies on offer. We both felt the addition of a lighter pie to the afore-mentioned blackboard may have been welcome.

As it was, we were faced with some tricky choices – white meat, red meat, mincemeat, steak meat – all home-made and all sounding delicious.

We opted for the steak, Guinness and mushroom option and the lamb and mint – both very generous slices cut from a large pie with shortcrust pastry top and bottom.

A fine choice, especially as they came with the option of adding lashings of gravy to the accompanying chunky chips and peas.

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by Barrie Hawker

One was a delicious sticky toffee pudding with ice cream – I told myself I deserved this, I had pushed myself at the gym that day, so the calories would just melt away with the delicious toffee sauce.

The other was billionaire cheesecake – I presume so named because it appeared to deliver more biscuit, thicker chocolate and chunkier topping pieces than I’d seen in any millionaire version of the same. Like the sticky toffee pudding, this came with a custard, cream or ice cream option; both were heavenly.

Coffee followed and went down extremely well after such a fine feast. Such a feast that made it quite difficult for us to remove ourselves from our seats and leave such a warm, cosy environment, where members of staff were very smiley and service in general was extremely efficient.

It was a very pleasant evening based around delicious home-made fare. We were certainly satisfied and content as we made our way home. We may have been a tad surprised at the notion of combining pie with prosecco as an ‘event night’ but who are we to argue when so many seemed to be doing just that? This included the two chaps on the table next to us who, I happened to notice, had pints, starters, pies, prosecco and were limbering up for dessert choices just as we left.

We shall return and maybe next time we’ll manage to finish not just both pies but also both puddings! As for a starter, well maybe, just maybe.

a cracking walk to the edge A moderate walk from Buxworth to Cracken Edge. 6.5 miles, taking some 3 to 4 hours.

Explorer Map OL1 Dark Peak SK 023 819 The walk starts near the Navigation Inn at the end of the canal spur. Take care to park at the end of the canal so as not to obstruct parking for the pub which makes a welcome end to refresh weary walkers after their exertions.

The walk starts from the Inn at Buxsworth, sometimes known as Bugsworth, and goes up to the Chinley road B6062, turning right, then crossing the road and passing under the railway bridge. Just after the bridge there is a driveway to a house with interesting stone gargoyles or dragons on either side of the drive. The route then turns left up Dolly Lane, then immediately turns sharp right, passing through a small housing estate called Brierly Green. The route goes through this estate, and at the end of the houses there is a field where the path goes through a rather muddy area of grass, passing over a stile into another field with grazing horses, this field can be quite wet after rain and the path veers slightly left, gradually gaining height.

There is a steady but not strenuous climb all the way up to the edge, so walkers can rest whenever they feel like it. At the top of this field there is a stone stile, some of the stones are a bit loose needing care, after this we crossed over a narrow road, this leads to a large house,

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Cotebank, which seems to have extensive grounds, the footpath goes through these for a short distance. After following the footpath sign for a few yards there is a set of stone steps on the left, which leads through the garden, do not worry, this is a right of way. The stone steps are a bit loose and decayed so care is essential, but there are not many of them.

Soon a metal gate was reached; this seems to be the end of the garden. We passed through this (taking care to close it behind us) and reached open country with views towards Chinley on our right. The footpath is just visible leading upwards, and after some quarter of a mile, another, rather ancient steel gate in need of some repair was passed through leading onto a narrow road, Over Hill Road. At this point the route turns right and goes downhill on the road for a short while, until a footpath sign is reached on the left-hand side of the road, which we took. This is the old track up to the quarry used by the workers well over a century ago. The path is clearly marked and was the route the quarry workers would take when the quarry was in production. Eventually after crossing over a wooden stile (care needed,) the workings of the old quarry were reached. This point lent itself to a rest break and we admired the views towards Kinder in the distance, with Kinder reservoir and the start of Williams Clough where the mass trespass of 1932 occurred. The photo above shows a satisfied walker from East Cheshire Ramblers resting, the others relaxing nearby.

After the break, we took the rather narrow footpath which swings to the left, this requires care as the path is narrow, and the slope is quite steep. The remains of a winch, presumably used to lower the quarried stone down to the Hayfield road can be seen below on the grass to the right. A distinct path leading up to the top of the moor was then taken and the extensive workings of the stone quarry which was cut into the side of the ridge could be seen below us on our right. We climbed up to the top of the moor and continued right for some half mile, after which the path dipped downwards where we passed through an old wooden gate, again keeping the hillside on our left and reached an old farm track after crossing over another wooden stile.

Down below we could just see the farm building known as ‘Peep o Day,’ situated just before the road.

Some years ago, a Peak Ranger told us a version of the history of the name. He claimed that the term refers to a small window in the shape of a human eye, facing due east on the upper floor of the farmhouse. He related the tale that when the farmhouse was built, about 1840, the owner insisted that the tiny window should be built in the shape of an eye to catch the rising morning sun. The bed was so positioned that the sun would shine through the tiny window and wake up his sleeping wife, who then had to get up and prepare breakfast. Feminists beware, it is probably an ‘old wives tale’ but the fact remains that it is marked on the Ordnance Survey map; maybe there is some truth in it!

Unfortunately, this window no longer exists, because after the farm was sold recently, the new owners removed the tiny window and replaced it with a larger traditional one, letting in much more light.

This walk does not go past Peep o’ day, so on reaching the track leading down to it, we turned left and kept the height we had gained. This is an old ‘green track’

The Walk probably serving the several farms nearby. The area on the left is known as ‘The New Allotments,’ but there does not seem to be any cultivation on this rather bleak moorland. The track is well used by cyclists and walkers, as a result it is well worn and muddy in places.

It was along this track that we came across a caravan parked on the grass with a young man and his dog manually repairing the dry stone wall, a very ancient art which seems to be being revived. Eventually Overhill Road was reached again, where the walk turns right for a few yards until a footpath sign is reached on the left, and it is necessary to climb over the stone stile, care is needed here.

The path downwards is rather faint but the way mark is on the farm below, called Shedyard Farm. A signpost guides walkers around the left of the farm until another wooden gate is reached which is passed through to an area called Waterside, and then Dolley Lane is reached again. This road is narrow, with no pedestrian pavement, and although there is little traffic, care is still required. Eventually the entrance to the small housing estate of Brierly Green is passed and the road to Chinley. Here we turned right, passing the gargoyles and then back to the Navigation Inn where we availed ourselves of a refreshing drink and some food; future walkers would be advised to order in advance.

This walk was a joint enterprise between Poynton Rambling Club and East Cheshire Ramblers.

Poynton Rambling Club e mail is www.poynton-ramblers.org.uk East Cheshire Ramblers e mail is www.ramblerseastcheshire.org.uk This club is part of the Ramblers Association and runs short, medium and long walks on four days of the week. It has over 800 members.

By Peter Jaques > Poynton Rambling Club

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50th BIRTHDAY PARTY FOR MARPLE SENIOR CITIZEN ASSOCIATION Marple Senior Citizen Association hosted a fabulous celebratory birthday party, on 30 September, exactly 50 years to the day after their building in Marple Memorial Park was officially opened.

The idea of a dedicated club for Marple over 60-yearolds was first discussed in the 1950s, resulting in the formation of The Marple Old Folks Association, with help from the then local branch of Toc H. To start with the group met in local halls and other establishments in Marple but subsequently they decided to raise the money to construct a permanent home, their own club house.

The design was very much then as can be seen today; special emphasis was placed on the kitchen area so that meals could be provided and Cheshire CC funded all the associated equipment and utensils. The building was also designed to encourage recreation facilities and a meeting place for the older residents to meet safely in a secure environment. A club constitution was agreed and still operates today.

A fundraising committee made approaches to Cheshire County Council and the then Marple Urban District Council, both of which were very sympathetic to the stated objectives. Money was to be raised within the community and local government would assist with planning permission and construction.

There is a plaque to mark the official opening, which took place on 30 September 1967, in the foyer of the building entrance. A ceremony was held with representatives involved and Mr and Mrs. Russell declared the building open.

This was a true community project with much money raised at venues such as the local swimming baths and local halls. Residents made donations, a local bank manager acted as treasurer to the Association and loans were obtained from sympathetic bodies. Ownership of the resulting building would be split between the Local Authorities and the Old Folks Association.

The fundraising within the community was led by Mr Alex Russell as chairman, assisted by his wife and a hardworking team of local residents. The current site within Marple Memorial Park was identified and construction of the building commenced in 1965.

Little is known about those who served on the original committee and the current committee would be pleased to receive more information about them and would be very pleased to meet any who survive to this day.

In 1974 Local Government was reorganised and Marple became part of Stockport Metropolitan Borough. The day to day management of the Club and fundraising still lay with the association. The name was changed from Old Folks Association to Marple Senior Citizen Association after a Special meeting held in October 1984.

The club is as lively as ever and is in good financial health – the activities offered as part of the membership cost reflect its aspirations and the premises are also used or hired by local organisations.

To find out more about the association have a look at their website www.marplesca.org.uk or go along in person and see what’s on offer.

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Explore Eastern Canada As Canada specialist agents, we have arranged many itineraries over the years to western Canada; The Calgary Stampede, the city of Vancouver, the great National Parks of Banff and Wells Gray, and of course the magnificent scenery of the Rockies.

But for us, eastern Canada is currently enjoying a welcome boost in popularity: it’s a shorter flight from the UK, it too has cultural and lively cities, magnificent scenery in the National Parks and along the St Lawrence River, and smaller, hidden places which are a delight to explore. Added to all this is the attraction of travelling by train with no car hire being necessary.

From Union Station, pick up your train to Ottawa, the nation’s capital. Located on the border between Ontario and Quebec, the city is home to a number of excellent museums and galleries and regularly hosts atmospheric special events. Join a morning river cruise, or explore the city on one of the London style open top double-deckers or a turn of the century trolley. But before you arrive in Ottawa, consider breaking your journey at Kingston, a small town on Lake Ontario and the gateway to the Thousand Islands, an intricate waterway dotted with countless islands.

From Manchester our first stop would be Toronto, on the shores of Lake Ontario, with Niagara Falls on the doorstep and currently home to one of the biggest Film Festivals in the Country (make a note, book early for this time of year as hotels are very busy!) which is a showcase for all that is cultural in this vibrant city.

There are regular day trips to Niagara Falls, and whilst this busy, commercial shopping hub won’t appeal to everyone, the stunning sight of six million cubic feet of water dropping at close to 200 feet per second, certainly will. Take a cruise to the base of the Falls, Jetboat Ride or even a helicopter ride for a bird’s eye view of the whole area. Most tours then include a stop in delightful Niagara-on-the-Lake, which couldn’t be more of a contrast to its brash cousin. Take in the history and browse the quaint shops of the old town and even take in a winery in the Niagara wine region.

From Ottawa you will rejoin the train and journey to the French speaking province of Quebec and to Quebec City itself. Quebec City is the only walled city in Canada and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. This gracious city was founded in the 17th Century and its charming streets remain lined with 17th and 18th century houses.

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Explore the old town on foot, seeing the Citadel, Battlefields Park and the ornate city gates.

Montreal, your next stop as you start your return journey, could not be more different from Quebec, it’s a thriving, sparkling and cosmopolitan city, with a foodie’s paradise of restaurants and fantastic nightlife. Take a tour of the Olympic complex, charming Old Montreal and the Notre Dame Basilica – just some of the highlights of the city.

From Montreal, you will board the train one last time, for the return journey to Toronto. We recommend another night here before catching your flight home, so perhaps enjoy a special last evening at the delightful and historic Fairmont Royal York Hotel – our advice is always to end your holiday on a high note!

An alternative way of exploring this area is to take the Canadian Empress, a replica early 1900’s steamboat which cruises from Kingston, through the Thousand Islands and up via Montreal to Quebec. This six-night cruise makes its leisurely way along the St Lawrence River with stops at some delightful and unspoilt towns, not usually on the tourist trail.

Of course, this is just a taster of what Eastern Canada has to offer; remote Newfoundland, Scottish influenced Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, home to the highest tides in the world, and Prince Edward Island, home to the fictional heroine, Anne of Green Gables.

We are now taking bookings for 2018, so if you would like to ‘Go East’ next year, we recommend early booking to secure the destinations and hotels of your choice.

Contact us on 01625 584195 to make your appointment.

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Answers: presents, baubles, turkey, cards, snow, holly and ivy. Extra letter answer: ribbon

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

Monday

Thursday

The Monday Make & Play at St. Sebastian’s 9.15-10.45am Term time only. St Sebastian’s Nursery, United Reformed Church, Hollins Lane. Games, toys, dressing up and singing time, plus a dedicated craft activity that is suitable for babies to children aged 5 and their parents. The cost is £2 per family, includes craft materials, coffee, tea and toast, children’s drinks and snacks.

Toddler Group 10-11.30am Term time only. Mellor Parish Centre, Church Rd. Toys, sing-song and refreshments. £2 per adult. Contact the Parish Centre 0161 484 5079.

St Paul’s Toddler Group 1.15-2.45pm Term time only. St Paul’s Church, Compstall Brow. £1.30 for one child and adult, £1.50 for two children or more, with tea, juice and biscuits included. Contact Lisa on 0161 427 7829 for more information.

Little Stars 9-10.30am Term time only. Brabyns Preparatory School, Arkwright Rd. Just turn up on the day for an engaging and friendly environment for children from new born to 3 ½ years and parents. £1.50 per session. Call the school office on 0161 427 2395 or email

Tuesday

littlestars@brabynsprepschool.co.uk for more info.

Playtime Toddler Group 9.45 – 11.30am Term time only. ‘Connect’, Queen St, Marple. Lots of toys, singing, ‘thought for the day’ and refreshments for children and adults. £1.50 per adult, text Laura 07843 616254

saturday

Toddler Group 9.30-11am Term time only. Marple Methodist Church, Church Lane. £2 per family, please contact Anne on 0161 449 9088.

Little Stars 9.45-10.45am Term time only. Brabyns Preparatory School, Arkwright Rd. Just turn up on the day for an engaging and friendly environment for children from new born to 3½ years and parents. £1.50 per session. Call the school office on 0161 427 2395 or email littlestars@brabynsprepschool.co.uk for more info.

Story Time 2-2.30pm Term time only. Marple Library, Memorial Park. Contact 0161 217 6009.

wednesday Parent & Toddler Group 1.15-3pm Term time only. All Saints Church, Church Lane Marple. Friendly, welcoming environment for children and adults. Toys, craft table, sing-song and refreshments. £1.50 per adult. For more info email the church office at office@allsaintsmarple.co.uk

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

Fun Sign Fun Time 9:30am (under 2’s) and 10:30am (all ages) Marple library. Drop in session, £4 main child, £1 for sibling. www.funsignfuntime.co.uk www.facebook.com/funsignfuntime

Sunday Little Fishes 9.30-10am Ridge Methodist Church, Marple. Usually 2nd Sunday of the month. Bible stories,activities and songs, with juice and cake afterwards. Please contact 0161 427 2509 or email revmcrawshaw@hotmail.com

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selected events in your area

Wednesday 1 November

Friday 3 to Sat 11 November

Marple Naturalists. Heather James on Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons.

More info from Derek Clifford 0161 427 4611 United Reformed Church, Hibbert Lane, Marple 8pm

Journey’s End Compelling First World War drama based on the author’s own experience as a Captain in the East Surrey Regiment.

Tickets: £9, concessions £8, online www.carvertheatre.co.uk call 0161 449 8363 or from Hollins of Marple. Season tickets ensure you have the same seat for each performance and make ideal gifts. Enquiries: jane@lennoxonline.net The Carver Theatre, Chadwick Street, Marple SK6 7AX Weekdays at 7.45 pm Saturday 4 Nov 2.30pm

Thursday 2 November Disappearing Swifts An illustrated talk by Tanya and Edmund Hoare. Tickets: £5.50 from Mellor Parish Centre (0161 484 5079) or Angela Stead (0161 427 3571) All proceeds to Mellor Parish Centre maintenance fund.

Mellor Parish Centre, Church Rd., Mellor, SK6 5LX 7.30pm

Thursday 2 November Consequences: The Trial of Arthur James Balfour This will take the form of a rehearsed reading of a new play.

How did a 67-word document written by a British politician 100 years ago have implications for the Middle East which reverberate even today? Admission is FREE and no tickets are required.

More information from gerardcrawshaw@hotmail.com Marple Methodist Church, Church Lane, Marple 7.30pm

Thursday 2 November Would you like to meet new friends? Are you over 50 and single? Thursday Group is a friendship group for men and women, 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 Mike on 07860 396286, or just come along to new members night on the first Thursday in each month at 8-30 pm where you will be met by group members.

The Bulls Head Pub in Handforth, 30 Wilmslow Road, SK9 3EW.

Fri 3 to Sun 5 November Arts & Heritage Weekend More info at www.stmartinsheritagetrust.org.uk St. Martin’s Church, on Brabyns Brow, Low Marple

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Wednesday 8 November Stockport Walking and Outdoors Group present an illustrated talk on a holiday in South Africa by Sue and Pete Hudson. All are welcome, admission £1. For details of all our events including Wednesday evening meetings, day walks and weekends please go to ‘www.stockportwalkingoutdoors.org.uk’.

Hazel Grove Civic Hall 8pm

Thursday 9 November Wilmslow Guild Natural History Society Edible and poisonous plants and fungi of the UK by naturalist and keen forager David Winnard. Visitors very welcome (£4) More information from David Warner 01625 874387 Wilmslow Guild, 1 Bourne St, Wilmslow SK9 5HD 7.30pm

Saturday 11 November Charity Christmas Card & Gift Sale. 20 stalls with broad spectrum of charities. Further details from Polly Vernon 0161 427 2325 Marple Methodist Church, Church Lane, Marple 10am to 12 noon

Saturday 11 November Hawk Green & Marple Bands joint concert see in Touch.

Tickets from Doreen Web on 0161 4302779 at £7.50.

(Light refreshments are included) St Paul’s Church, Compstall 7.30pm

Saturday 11 November Stockport Symphony Orchestra. Schumann Cello Concerto, Elgar Cockaigne and Symphony No. 1. Soloist Konstantin Bruns - winner of Stockport International Music Competition 2017. Stockport Town Hall 7.30pm For more information visit the orchestra website at www.stockportsymphony.co.uk Continued over

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Saturday 18 November

Saturday 25 November

Quiz and Supper Bring your team or join one of 4 on the night. Light supper included. Cash Bar. Tickets: £10 from Mellor Parish Centre (0161 484 5079) or Angela Stead (0161 427 3571) All proceeds to Mellor Parish Centre maintenance fund Mellor Parish Centre, Church Rd., Mellor, SK6 5LX 7.30pm

Marple Cancer Charities Christmas Fayre Special appearance by the local band, Sprindrift. Tombola, Bric a Brac, Jewellery and Scarves, Christmas Stall, Cakes and Preserves, Books etc. Fantastic Raffle Prizes.

Entrance 50p includes free drink and biscuits.

Senior Citizens Hall, Marple Memorial Park.

10am to 12 noon.

Saturday 18 November Marple Choral Society Autumn Concert Mozart: Requiem, Tarik O’Regan: Triptych with soloists and Stockport Symphony Orchestra. Tickets £12 on the door.

Students/under 18 half price, to reserve ring 01663 763509 Norbury Parish Church, London Road, Hazel Grove, Stockport SK7 4RF 7.30pm

Monday 20 November High Peak RSPB Allan and Susan Parker - Some Yorkshire Birding. All welcome - group members free; non-members £2 donation (on the door). Children free. Further information regarding group and events from 0161 427 0881 www.rspb.org.uk/groups/ highpeak Marple Senior Citizens Hall, Marple Memorial Park, SK6 6BA 7.30pm

Weds 22 to Thurs 23 Nov Road – Performed by the NK Theatre Arts Performance Class.

The play explores the lives of the people in a deprived, working class area of Lancashire during the government of Margaret Thatcher a time of high unemployment in the north of England. Set on a road on a busy night, the audience delve into the houses on the street and the characters’ lives.

Contains strong language and is not suitable for children under 13 Ticket Prices £10 - £8* Box Office 0333 666 3366 *booking fee applies The Forum Theatre, Romiley, Stockport 7.30pm

Saturday 25 November Tea Dance at Roman Lakes Featuring Dr Butler’s Hatstand Medicine Band, The Leeds City Stompers & Blind Boy Jerron Paxton In aid of Friends of Our Valley community group. Tickets £15 each (including evening meal and donation to Friends of Our Valley) Bring Your Own Alcohol. Pre-booking essential.

Tel: 0161 427 2039 www.romanlakes.co.uk Roman Lakes, Marple

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Saturday 25 November Bollington Chamber Concerts – NCO Soloists We know and love the NCO from their regular appearances at Macclesfield’s Heritage Centre. It’s a special pleasure to welcome Nicholas Ward and friends to Bollington.

Beethoven Sextet for two horns and strings op 81b, Dvorak String Sextet op72; Mozart Divertimento K334 www.bollingtonartscentre.co.uk/nco Bollington Arts Centre 8pm

Wednesday 29 November Stockport Walking and Outdoors Group present an illustrated talk on walking in the Cape Verde Islands by Sue Banfield. All are welcome, admission £1. For details of all our events including Wednesday evening meetings, day walks and weekends please go to ‘www.stockportwalkingoutdoors.org.uk’.

Hazel Grove Civic Hall 8pm

Sat 2 to Sat 9 December Wilmslow Green Room Theatre Presenting one of William Shakespeare’s most popular plays: The Winter’s Tale. Tickets for The Winter’s Tale go on sale Monday 6 November. To book tickets: Tel: 01625 540933 Enquiries: mail@wgrsoc.org.uk www.wgrsoc.org.uk

Friday 1 December Hallé Comes To Bramhall. Hallé Brass - an evening of Brass Quintet music, with just a hint of Christmas! Tickets £11, £9 (concessions), under 18s free, refreshments included from Church Office (0161 439 1204), Thrift Shop, Simply Books (228 Moss Lane) and at the door.

Bramhall Methodist Church at 7.30pm

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Thursday 7 December

NK Christmas Comedy Night Three brilliant acts plus a wonderful compere to have you laughing the night away.

Late bar and music, not suitable for children. VIP Seating available which includes priority seating and a brilliant drinks package too, so grab your tickets before they all go and enjoy a fantastic night out! Ticket prices £10* for one seat or £18* for two seats.

Box Office: 0333 666 3366 *Booking fee applies The Forum Theatre, Romiley, Stockport. 8.15pm

Would you like to meet new friends? Are you over 50 and single? Thursday Group is a friendship group for men and women, 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 Mike on 07860 396286, or just come along to new members night on the first Thursday in each month at 8-30 pm where you will be met by group members.

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

Sunday 3 December Marple Santa Dash See p4 for details

Monday 4 December Marple Ladies Luncheon Club Our Christmas luncheon is at 12 noon for 12.30 lunch, when there will be a three course meal followed by mince pies and mulled wine. The cost is £16. The speaker is Eric Newton who will be talking on Life of a Busker.

To book a guest place, please ring Pam Taylor, our Booking Secretary on 0161 449 9996 before Monday 20 November.

Wednesday 6 December Marple Naturalists. Christmas Party, Quiz, and Member’s Talks More info from Derek Clifford 0161 427 4611 United Reformed Church, Hibbert Lane, Marple 8pm

Saturday 9 December Stockport Symphony Orchestra SSO plays Broadway: Les Miserables, Mamma Mia, Phantom, West Side Story. Conductor Robert Shasey. For more information and tickets visit www.stockportsymphony.co.uk Stockport Town Hall. 7.30pm

Sunday 10 December Mulled Wine, Mince Pies and Music. The ladies of Wilmslow’s Cheshire A Cappella chorus will entertain you with an afternoon of singing, including a number of seasonal songs.

Call 01625 429602 or 07801 103479.

Festival Hall, Alderley Edge 3.30pm

Weds 6 to Thurs 7 December Christmas at the Forum Join NK Theatre Arts members for a fantastic way to see in the festive period. A festive mix of both drama and dance from all the workshop classes.

Drama Showcase - Wednesday at 7.30pm (Drama Showcase) Musical Theatre Showcase Thursday at 7.30pm For further details from the box office on 0161 430 6570 The Forum Theatre, Romiley, Stockport

Thursday 7 December Wilmslow Guild Natural History Society Members’ Social Evening including Judith’s Natural History Quiz, members’ presentations and seasonal fare!

Wilmslow Guild, 1 Bourne St, Wilmslow SK9 5HD 7.30pm

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