Inside Poynton Issue 65

Issue 65 October - November 2016

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After a very pleasant summer, September has continued to surprise us with some beautiful sunny days. Make sure you make the most of them while they last, because Christmas will be upon us all too soon. Are you one of the many readers that collect our walks, cutting them out and placing them assiduously in a drawer for future use? We’re not joking. They are everywhere! May we point out that leaning too much over drawers is not good for your back whilst walking can bring immense relief.

We will be saying more about bad backs in a future issue!

Many of you will know that Jenny Riley, our geeky knitter, has moved on to pastures new. But every cloud has a silver lining. In fact this one’s got two.

The first is that Jenny will stay in touch and by popular demand, continue to write her wonderfully absorbing Diary of a Geeky Knitter. The second is that Clare Blackie has now joined the INSIDE team and is already doing a great job and looking forward to giving you every possible support.

Hope you enjoy our magazine.

Co-Editors Garth Aspinall Claire Hawker

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Cover photo: Bell ringing at St George’s

by Garth Aspinall.

Contents Bell Ringing at St George’s

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The Book Group Recommends 7 Jake’s Perspective

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Wire Dog Sculptures

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In Touch

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Crossword 20 Diary of Geeky Knitter

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Poynton People

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Sudoku 31 The Walk

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New Zealand by Design

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Just 4 Kids

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Children’s Activities

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Inside People

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Glimpse of Bygone Times

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AVRO Museum Evolves

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Inside Guide

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Puzzle Solutions

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Useful Numbers

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Classified Index

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Bell Ringing at St George’s Church Bell ringing is a tradition that dates back 400 years and is an activity that people of all different ages engage with, the length and breadth of this country and in many thousands of other places around the world.

Before St George’s Church was built in 1859, there was the 18th Century Chapel of Ease, famous locally because its bell was hung, not in a tower, but in an adjacent oak tree. This gave rise to the local rhyme: “The further you go the more you see… A Church without a steeple and a bell hung in a tree.” When the new church was built in 1859 there was still no tower and it was not until 1885 that the tower was added – a memorial to Augustus Henry, Sixth Baron Vernon. The old bell remained in its tree until 1887, when Taylors of Loughborough cast a ring of six bells for the new tower. The bells hang in a composite timber and cast iron frame, with the name of the founder and the date appearing on the waist of the front five bells. Another important arrival at this time (from Messrs John Smith and Sons of Derby) was the Cambridge quarter-chiming clock.

The new bells were heard for the first time on Easter Sunday, 10 April 1887. The clock and chimes were finally installed during July and August 1887 and struck for the first time at noon on Sunday 4 September after Prayers and Thanksgiving, being set going by the Sexton at five minutes to twelve.

Here in Poynton, at St George’s Church, we have a very enthusiastic team of bell ringers, as I found out when I attended their recent open day.

Several groups of visitors had an opportunity to climb the narrow spiral staircase and to enter the small, but wonderfully warm and atmospheric space where all the bell-ringing activity takes place.

The origins of ‘change ringing’ lie in the sixteenth century when church bells began to be hung with a full wheel. This gave ringers control of the bell

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and allowed sets of bells (rings) to be rung in a continuously changing pattern. Music is created by moving bells up and down the ringing order to a defined sequence of changes known as a method. Learning a few simple methods allows ringers to join in with other bands in towers around the world.

Could you become a ringer? Almost certainly yes! Being able to count is all the maths you need and you don’t need to know anything about music. The initial teaching takes several weeks, but then you could begin to ring with the rest of the band. Bell ringing is a team activity and that’s part of its huge appeal. One person commented ‘I learnt to ring over 40 years ago and I still get the same buzz that I did when I first started.’ Another said ‘When I’m ringing I forget all the tensions and frustrations of the day.’

If you would like to find out more about bell ringing in Poynton and its fascinating history, your main contacts are: David Friend 01625 877355 and Rosemary Spencer 01625 874223.

Alternatively, email secretary@poyntonbells.net

The Book Group Recommends Television seems to be preoccupied with big costume dramas at the moment and we too have revisited the classics. Doctor Thorne by Anthony Trollope was our first choice.

The story is a romance. Squire Gresham is in great financial trouble. His wife Lady Arabella sees as their only hope the marriage of their son Frank to a wealthy heiress. But Frank is in love with Mary, the niece of Doctor Thorne. Mary has lived with her uncle from an early age and the real circumstances of her birth are known only to the doctor. Mary has no money. She will not do.

Henry James wrote that Trollope’s “…great inestimable merit, was a complete appreciation of the usual.” He was right. There are no uncanny moments in this novel, from the beginning we know that everything will turn out all right in the end, even the scoundrels will get their come-uppance. Trollope is kind and gentle to his readers, even sometimes speaking directly to us. At one stage he interrupts his writing to acknowledge that the story seems to have gotten off to a slow start and to admit that he is a little worried about his ability to keep us interested in reading!! He need not have worried, little observations keep you smiling “…of course, Lady Arabella could not suckle the young heir herself.

Ladies Arabella never can. They are gifted with the power of being mothers, but not nursing mothers. Nature gives them bosoms for show but not for use. So Lady Arabella had a wetnurse.” What about Mr Reddypalm, who had no

problem accepting bribes from politicians or Mr Winterbones ..” a little withered man whom gin and poverty had nearly burnt to a cinder“ and Miss Gushing the spinster with her sights on the Reverend Oriel.

Reading this novel was an experience we all thoroughly enjoyed, its nearly 600 pages seemed a bit daunting at first but then we just did not want it to end. A classic.

Our second novel was not so well received. The Stranger or The Outsider depending upon the translation of “L’Etranger” is Albert Camus’ classic existentialist novel – with one of the most famous introductions “My mother died today. Or maybe yesterday, I don’t know” Meursault, Camus’ anti-hero, will not lie. When his mother dies, he refuses to show his emotions simply to satisfy the expectations of others.

And when he commits a random act of murder on a sun-drenched beach near Algiers, his lack of remorse compounds his guilt in the eyes of society and the law. Against all expectations, he doesn’t defend himself. We are left to wonder why. We have to assume that he decided “what is the point.” Sooner or later, all life must come to an end; if he wasn’t executed he would die eventually anyway. Why should he bother?

Translations vary considerably. The most recent translation by Sandra Smith who listened to a recording of Camus reading his own work aloud on French radio in 1954 is considered to be sensitive to the subtleties and dream-like atmosphere of the novel. This book will not take you long to read, but it may raise more questions than it answers.

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Jake’s Perspective Hi guys, how’s it going? There has been a lot going on in my life since the last time we met, so let’s get straight down to it.

Carry on camping!

So, the summer holidays came around and we decided to go camping in Swanage, Dorset. The site we settled on was absolutely perfect with its amazing view of Corfe Castle and its five minute ride to the beach. To top that, the thing that made me attracted to it when we were booking the holiday, it has a footy pitch and there was practically a match going on every minute.

However, at night there were some disturbing noises as we were close to an army firing range therefore we could always hear explosions going off. Speaking of explosions, one night there was a very impressive fireworks display we could see perfectly at Corfe Castle. Although on another night there was a young farmers party playing very loud music which was annoying because, as my classmates know, my taste in music isn’t the same as most people. For me though, it turned into a bit of a spendfest once I found an awesome shop called Curiosity. Don’t suppose I could claim it on expenses Claire?

Behold the Boom!

As I mentioned in my last article I went to see a ska punk band by the name of Sonic Boom Six. There is only one word to describe them, Amazing!!!

It was a Friday night at Club Academy in Manchester. The crowd was buzzing to see how amazing Sonic Boom Six were after On the Open Road, the support band, had blown their minds off. I was even lucky enough to meet the lead singer of On the Open Road and he gave me their set list which is now framed alongside all of my special items. Back to SB6- they played a fresh set, however, my favourite song came after the crowd called them back onto the stage. The song is called Kids of the Multiculture, although I must warn you, it may be explicit. If you like them I would highly recommend going to see them, as on stage they are very interactive with the crowd which is the extra screw in the set which makes them more amazing. I also met the lead singer Laila as she was running the shirt store which was handy as I bought the new album called the F bomb.

Where to go for a fresh trim in Poynton!!

It’s the interminable question… cue nervous music… I can now reveal that the Jake Crossley haircutter of the year goes to…Carlos of the Master Barbers. This guy can just get perfect connection with those scissors and he knows how to skill out that knotted hair. ‘Til next time bye!!!

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Wire Dog Sculptures feature on the BBC Paul Tavernor rested his paint brushes down from his Poynton gallery earlier this year and spent three months turning large coils of wire into three beautiful life-size wire dogs for The Dogs Trust Flower Bed at the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Hampton Court Palace Flower Show in London.

The Dogs Trust, which this year celebrates 125 years of finding forever homes for thousands of dogs, was awarded the prestigious Gold Medal for its dog friendly garden, which included sniffer trails, tunnels, and planting with yellow and blue flowers in the borders which are two of the colours that is believed that dogs can see. Paul’s amazing wire dogs made up the sculptural part of the garden, which was one of the most visited and spoken about features at this year’s largest flower show in the world.

Paul commented’ “In the past, I have made a really large jumping hare the size of a horse out of wire and a running wolf. So, when I was asked to make three lively sculptures for the Dogs Trust, I recommended they should be life size and be poised in movement or play. I have had dogs all my life and I really wanted to portray their characteristics”.

Paul got busy bending wire, steel and mesh into realistic and detailed 3D sculptures and the results were certainly incredible. The

Lurcher, which was named `Hampton` after the Flower Show, was balanced mid motion on one paw with its other legs flung back, as if it was running. There also was a Spaniel called `Barkley`, interwoven with patches, with its head bent down, which was featured lapping at a large water feature and a smaller Terrier named `Wilson` who was mischievously ready for play with a little excited tail. The latter dog, Paul donated to The Dogs Trust, in the hope that it would raise money for dogs needing homes at one of their forthcoming charity auctions.

The Dogs Trust Garden entitled `A Dogs Life` was featured in The Times newspaper and on BBC2 with Martin Clunes and Monty Don, with Paul’s wire sculptures being highlighted as one of the garden’s main show case features and described

by Monty Don as his favourite area of the garden.

Paul who has had his artwork nationally published is completely self- taught. He now wishes to expand his wire portfolio by undertaking a challenging but impressive new project of sculpting two life size fighting stags in all their energy and splendour! This will hopefully be showcased across the UK in 2017.

Paul’s work can be viewed at www.paultavernor.com and at his gallery on Park Lane, open Tuesdays to Saturdays.

Telephone: 01625 878910.

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Park House Georgian B & B Recommends

THE FREEMASONS AT WISWELL We have to tell you about this place!

On your way home from Park House, why not take a short detour to the lovely hamlet of Wiswell and enjoy the most fabulous lunch at The Freemasons? It is the highest ranked and only pub to feature in the Good Food Guide 2017.

Howard and I had lunch there yesterday. What an experience. We decided to try the 3’s Up Good Food Guide Celebration Menu which was an amazingly cheap £15 for two courses (really easy to book your table online www. freemasonsatwiswell.com and click on 3’s Up menu) and available 12 noon to 2pm Wednesday to Saturday.

This is a very special place - we started our meal with Roast Loin of Cod, Fondue of Cheddar Cheese and Crispy Onions, followed by Suckling Pig, Sweet Potato Puree, Roast Plums and Xo Sauce. Delectable! We can’t wait to go back.

Of course we are still offering the very popular Luxury Gourmet Break in conjunction with award-winning La Locanda Italian Restaurant.

Hope to see you soon.

Mary and Howard

In Touch Your Community Noticeboard NEW WEDNESDAY LUNCH CLUB A new weekly group for people who are physically frail and with some memory problems is starting in Poynton Civic Hall in September. It will provide a caring and stimulating environment for up to ten people and a break for their carers. The group will meet from 10am to 2pm with a hot lunch provided.

It will be run by trained volunteers, and is a new initiative managed by Poynton Town Council in partnership with Age UK Cheshire East and will cost £20 a week. Transport can be arranged.

Please contact Sharon Duke, Communities Co-ordinator, if you would like to find out more, on 872238 or sharon.duke@poyntontowncouncil.gov.uk

FITNESS CLASSES Local Athletics and Fitness Coach Geoff Barratt organises two exercise classes at Vernon School on Mondays and Saturdays. These have run for 10 and 20 years respectively.

They are based on the Circuit Training principle which is suitable for all ages and abilities. It’s also well established, having originated at Loughborough University in the 1950’s. Everyone will progress at their own rate. The Monday session is 7pm to 8.30pm and Saturdays 11am to 12 noon.

Costs are £3-50 for adults and £2 for children.

Geoff can be contacted on 01625 877674 or gbarratt155@gmail.com

CHARITY CEILIDH Poynton High School is taking 30 students to Ecuador in 2017 where they will be working with local communities on projects building schools and homes for local children and working on conservation projects in the Amazon and Galapagos Isles. We are raising money to help this good cause. The Kellyoddy Ceilidh Band will be playing on Saturday, 19 November from 8am to 11.30pm at Poynton Royal British Legion.

Tickets £8 each available from Ali Hargreaves 07890 425544 or email ali@alisart.co.uk

POYNTON SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE SOCIETY Our weekly social classes resume on Thursday 15 September at 8.15pm in St George’s Hall, Poynton. All abilities are welcome and you don’t need a partner.

If you’d like to come along and have a go then contact Max Dobbyn (secretary) by phone on 01625 874246 or email max.dobbyn@btinternet.com Continued over...

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FAMILY RAIL FUN DAY Rotary Club of Poynton and District is organising a Family Rail Fun Day on 8 October at the Community Centre on Park Lane. We have invited 10/15 model rail layouts to the day. There will be a mixture of gauges (sizes) from the very small “n” gauge through to large “g” gauge trains. The layouts are being provided by members and friends of Romiley Methodist Railway Modellers.

Visitors will have the chance to take over the controllers and drive the trains themselves. One of the layouts involves the shunting of eight trucks/carriages into separate sidings and whilst being good fun gets harder and harder to choose the correct point to change – a challenge for young and old alike.

We have asked special guests to the show. We will be having displays of the art of Marionettes, the ladies from Poynton Miniatures will be showing us their dolls houses and how they make the furniture etc and Anson Museum will be bringing various engines/motors from their collection.

The day starts at 10am with Poynton Mayor opening the show and visiting all the exhibitors in her official capacity before taking on her role as a member of the Marionettes. We are not charging an entrance fee – we are asking visitors to make a donation the Francis House Charity who do a marvellous job for Children in their Hospice Facilities.

COMMUNITY CENTRE 100 CLUB Having completed the first year’s 100 club the Community Centre is now inviting new members to join the club. Many of the current members have already agreed to rejoin, for which the Management Team are eternally grateful as all contributions go towards the ongoing programme of repairs and maintenance to the building.

New members would be most welcome. Here’s how it works; Membership costs £50 for a year.

Each month a draw takes place with a winner receiving £100 and a second winner receiving £25. Winners are contacted personally.

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You can join by: leaving a cheque payable to PYCC at the centre or by handing it to any of the centre’s team together with name, address and contact details; paying directly to the bank if this method is more suitable. RBS code 16-28-23 a/c 10863756 or simply register your interest in joining by leaving a message on the Centre’s phone number 01625 875555. Someone will call you back.

The team at the centre is working very hard to continue the extensive progress already made. Any support is greatly appreciated.

FABULOUS FUNDRAISER What an amazing evening. On walking into the Arts Centre, you could be forgiven for thinking there was to be a wedding. Tables were decorated with a profusion of pink and purple flowers, and scented roses abounded. There was a fabulous supper, many of the dishes were those of the Iranian cook Sabrina Ghayour, author of Persiana, all of which was prepared by volunteer cooks who were concert goers. In the interval, glorious music was played by Jennifer Pike, the violinist, accompanied by her father Jeremy. It included a spellbinding performance of Vaughan Williams ‘The Lark Ascending’. It was magical. All of this was preceded by prosecco and an amazing selection of canapes served by young helpers.

It was an overwhelmingly successful night that won’t be forgotten!

The new season of Bollington Chamber Concerts started in September. The Atari String Trio will be performing on 29 October. The Atari consists of Catherine Yates and Gina McCormack, formally of the Sorrell Quartet, with Nicholas Trygstad, principle cellist of the Halle. They will be playing Dohnanyi, Francaix and Mozart, a very exciting programme.

All concerts start at 8pm. Tickets £15. Phone 01625 576402, or 01625 574435, or email chamberconcerts@bollingtonartscentre.co.uk Online booking www.bollingtonartscentre. co.uk/chamberconcerts

OPENING CONCERT OF 60TH SEASON St George’s Singers will open their 60th anniversary season on Saturday 26 November with Brahms Ein Deutsches Requiem with two award winning international soloists, Elizabeth Watts and Marcus Farnsworth, and the Northern Chamber Orchestra, well known for its annual Macclesfield concert series and performances across the North West.

Ein Deutsches Requiem is Johannes Brahms’ magnum opus. He laboured over it for eleven years, and it is his longest major work and his most theatrical piece. His mother’s death in 1865 seems to have provided the immediate impulse for the work. Brahms was not an actively religious man and unlike most composers he did not write a setting of the traditional Catholic Mass with its warnings of judgement and plea for mercy for the souls of dead. Instead, by putting together his own text by choosing words from the Bible concentrating on the consoling and offering eventual peace and hope for those left behind,

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he seems to have sought to create a work that transcends specific belief systems.

Also in this concert Northern Chamber Orchestra will perform Brahms Tragic Overture and the Elizabeth Watts and Marcus Farnsworth will delight us with a selection of Lieder by Brahms.

Tickets are £18, £16 concession and £6, group discounts are available and coach transport will be provided from Poynton and Hazel Grove.

For more details and to book tickets visit our website www.st-georges-singers.org.uk or contact the ticket secretary on the Ticket Hotline 01663 764012

Notice to all former Clients of Nightingales Solicitors Limited (in Liquidation) also trading as Nicholls Lindsell & Harris As you may be aware the practice named above ceased trading on 5 August 2016. If you previously had your Will/Deeds/Powers of Attorney or other legal documents stored by the above practice then Manners Pimblett Solicitors Limited will be taking over the storage of your documents.

It has been necessary to re-catalogue these documents and because of the volume involved it will be several weeks before we are able to write to you individually. Please note we are dealing with this as a priority and therefore please only contact us at this stage if your request is urgent. Your co-operation is appreciated.

Manners Pimblett Solicitors Limited

Think you need a strong partner when your

marriage ends? I do.

When faced with a breakdown of your marriage, one of the most important decisions you will have to make is choosing your lawyer.

Like most important decisions, you will gather a wealth of information from as many sources as you can and speak with all the people you think understand what you are going through. Whilst this may help, it may also give a false sense of security and preparedness. Or worse, it may make you more unsure and confused.

Before losing countless hours searching for these answers, you can cut down your time by asking yourself a couple of key questions. As an experienced family lawyer, and someone who has personally confronted divorce, these questions will ultimately help you to define your divorce profile and help you find the relationship you need in your solicitor.

The two key questions to ask yourself are what kind of divorce do you expect and what kind of support do you need to work through it? In my experience divorces tend to fall into the following categories: Bitter or Sweet - If the situation between your ex-spouse is bitter, you will need a lawyer who can put up a fight, with age and experience on their side.

If, you are on reasonable terms with your ex, then you will need a lawyer who will encourage positive dialogue and round table meetings.

Unpredictable - If you do not believe that your ex-spouse will be honest then you will need a lawyer who can wade through financial disclosure and bring forward any concealed assets.

Families with Children - Very few family lawyers have a significant level of expertise in divorces that involve children and looking for somebody who is a member of the Advanced Children Law Panel is advantageous. Slater and Gordon has worked deliberately to build a practice that offers a range of specialisms that can be paired with your personal needs.

Amanda McAlister - ‘a strong partner fighting for your interests’ - Amanda McAlister leads the family law practice. The Legal Directories refer to her as an “eminent” practitioner known for fighting tirelessly to secure her clients the best possible financial outcome. With substantial experience recognised by clients and her peers, Amanda has a track record of success.

Specialising in complex financial and property cases, and with many high profile clients from entrepreneurs to business moguls, sports to entertainment – Amanda is committed to helping you start your next chapter with everything you’re entitled to.

The family team has a range of expertise to service any individual client need, whatever the circumstances and this year was recognised as the Private Client Team of the Year in the Manchester Legal Awards.

■■ Liz Cowell, who has over 30 years’ experience in dealing with family law matters and is Deputy District Judge.

■■ Fiona Wood, who specialises in acting for business owners and helping to protect business assets in divorce.

Business - If you own a business you will require a solicitor who understands the complexities this adds to a divorce and has access to the best possible experts, who can assist with the valuation.

■■ Christopher Fairhurst, who is a member of the Advanced Children Law Panel and has over 20 years’ experience representing parents who are going through children disputes.

If your spouse owns a business, then the lawyer will need to get to the bottom of what it is worth and your entitlements.

■■ Sarah Thompson, who is a trained mediator and collaborative lawyer, and prefers not to take the hostile approach to family law disputes.

by Amanda McAlister

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Diary of a geeky knitter Thank you to everyone who got in touch with me following my first article; I’ve received lovely messages, and have even been able to help some readers with their knitting questions. Please, keep them coming!

Craft for a cause One such enquiry I received was from a lady, looking for somewhere to donate her late mother-in-law’s collection of wool and knitting accessories. She emailed to ask if I knew of any local groups that could use the supplies to knit for charity.

After some research on Facebook, and some helpful comments from the ‘Stockport Artists and Crafters Group’, I was made aware of Neighbourhood Charity Crafters. This is a Stockport based group that helps crafters and local groups organise their creativity to craft for charity.

If you would like to learn more, visit www.neighbourhoodcrafters.wordpress.com You could also search ‘Stockport Artists and Crafters Group’ on Facebook if you want to find other local groups or campaigns that need your help or supplies. There are plenty of knitting clubs who need extra materials to make items for charity, such as twiddle-muffs for dementia patients in hospitals, or blankets to be sent abroad to refugees.

Dressmaking and ‘cosplay’ I mentioned in my last article that I like to attend comic conventions, known as ‘comic-cons’, and in July I attended MCM Comic-Con in Manchester with my fiancé, Ben. This is an annual convention I have attended for 3 years now, and I simply love it!

At comic-cons, as well as shopping for fun items and meeting celebrities from your favourite films, most attendees do something called ‘cosplay’. Cosplay is short for ‘costume play’ and is similar to fancy dress,

the difference being in the incredible level of detail taken to cosplay properly. The idea is you dress up as closely as you can to a favourite character from books or screen.

It’s a great way to connect with people who like the same things as you and to take pictures with your favourite characters.

I love to cosplay, and this year I am proud to say I sewed our costumes myself! From last September to June of this year, I attended a weekly dressmaking class at Aquinas College, Stockport, which gave me the confidence to completely design and sew our costumes.

Just another way I combine my hobbies.

For me, I designed and made a kimono, obi belt and a pair of ears in the style of a Pokémon (you may have heard of Pokémon Go). I combined all this with a bright blue wig, so I was quite a sight on the train! For Ben, I made a set of Sith robes, which I was able to tailor to him specifically after taking the class. Siths are the villains of the Star Wars universe, so Ben was quite the dramatic character on the day.

Look out for Why not look out for creative classes that you could attend yourself, perhaps to perfect a craft that you already enjoy, or to learn something completely new! There are plenty on offer try Aquinas College, The Cheadle College, or Wilmslow Guild. jennythegeekyknitter@gmail.com www.thegeekyknitter.co.uk www.etsy.com/uk/shop/geeksgamesandknits

Poynton People ‘Nomad life in our narrowboat, Landsend’ Carl Howard shares his blog with Jenny Cooke Carl Howard is a hairstylist at Park Lane Hair Studio, where lots of us have benefitted from his sure touch with the scissors and the hair-colour chart. About two years ago he and his wife, Lez, felt they’d had enough of the rat race. Carl wrote in his blog, January 2016: We decided to look at some second-hand narrowboats for a weekend hobby.

We saw a boat called Lucky Spud at the Marina and fell in love with her. Then we found out she was sold. So we sat silently in the Marina café thinking about costs. Suddenly Lez said, “If we’re going to pay that kind of money I’d rather live on a boat!” I was shocked. Had we gone bonkers?

Then excitement took over. I’d be the captain of a narrowboat exploring Cheshire and North Wales from the canals!

January 2016: the biggest move of our lives: things progressed. The house was put up for rent. We ordered a new 70 foot narrowboat from Knights of Aqueduct Marina, a boatyard in Nantwich. 25th January: the hull is here! We’ve called her Landsend. An HGV drove up with our dreamboat in her raw state on the back. She was craned off, placed on wooden blocks, battened and insulated with foam.

February 2016: Landsend is now ballasted and boarded out. She’s waiting on the Shropshire Union canal and our boat-builder, Glen, has completed the windows and mushroom vents.

March 2016: well how exciting our Monday has turned out. We arrived at the boatyard and saw our boat standing alone outside. We had a quiet chat with Glen and were lucky enough to

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watch her move into the workshop. It was quite impressive. The flooring is ready to go down, the bedframe is in place and we begin to see where everything will go. Late March: we did a Boat-Masters course at New Mills with Mark. He taught us how to work three swing bridges, four locks and trained Lez how to use the tiller. That was interesting. First of all we had to reverse out of a tree, then hit the bank. But overall Lez was brilliant.

11 April 2016: Lez is in charge of clearing our house with charity runs, ebay sales and the rubbish tip. We’ve started to realise what a major step we’ve taken. Got to think of pensions.

20 April 2016: One bulkhead in and only ten weeks before the boat is on the cut. Now all the electrics are in, our bedroom’s in, six radiators in, the engine exhaust’s in and the water tank’s in. Painting the outside in greys and aqua has begun.’

August 2016: Well Landsend’s launch date got delayed a bit, but our tenant’s ready to move in and we can’t wait to get on the water and glide along the canal to Higher Poynton, absorb all the views and see the wildlife. Late August: here at last moored in Higher Poynton!

‘Oh, and I’m still styling hair as usual down in the salon and will be for the foreseeable future!’

Read Carl’s blog and see his photos at www.theloveboatdotcom.wordpress.com www.carlhowardhair.co.uk Park Lane Hair Studio, 29a Park Lane, Poynton SK12 1RD, Tel: 01625 873966

The Joys of the Smokehouse I always enjoy a visit to The Cheshire Smokehouse (and to its wonderful café) and have no hesitation in recommending our readers to have a browse around this paradise of food and drink. There’s something for everyone and every size of budget. If you have been to the Smokehouse you will understand what I mean.

You will also appreciate that the immense variety of amazing products available could not be addressed in this brief editorial piece. If you are thinking of paying a visit, just go! You will not be disappointed.

We have reached the stage where we are being encouraged by restaurants everywhere, to make our Christmas meal bookings. Perhaps now is also the time to consider what special Christmas treats we might buy for family or friends.

The good news is that a visit to The Cheshire

Smokehouse is always a pleasure and at this time of year would provide a great reason to get into the car and take a pleasant drive. To my mind, that’s just good forward planning!

I especially love their selection of pre-made 2016 hampers. If you visit their website, you will find a mouth-watering selection and you can place your order online. There are many to choose from, ranging from £16.50 to £155. A seasonal choice would be the Smokehouse Christmas Gift Box. If you would like a bespoke hamper, contact Cheshire Smokehouse directly to discuss your needs - 01625 548499. Alternatively, you can email hampers@cheshiresmokehouse.co.uk with your details, and they will quickly respond.

If thinking about Christmas is not yet for you, there’s plenty to appeal to your taste buds and there’s always the opportunity (Mondays excluded) to pop into their gastronomic café.

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The Walk - A Visit to Nancy White Nancy is a popular destination and as a result there are several different routes to it, some easy, others moderate but all with many footpaths, therefore a map is essential. This is intended as a guide and space does not permit a detailed description, so the best advice is to keep visible the Kerridge Ridge on your left hand side until the start of the climb up the ridge begins and the route is then easy to follow.

Start and finish: Adlington car park in Bollington. Ordnance Survey Map White Peak Area Outdoor Leisure 24. Ref SJ 932 779.

Distance: The walk is just over 6 miles with one gradual and fairly easy climb to White Nancy.

The walk starts at Adlington car park. From there we walked across the road, through the park alongside the stream. At the end of the park we crossed the busy B5091 road and climbed the steep flight of steps to the canal where we turned right and walked for just over a mile along the towpath. When a stone bridge over the canal was reached we crossed this and followed a cart track. Soon a metal gate was reached on the right of the track which we went through and followed a footpath over the fields until a narrow minor road was reached over which we crossed (often muddy) and passed a number of small pools. Another cart track was reached which we followed but before reaching a farm we crossed a stile and followed the footpath through some

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trees until it reached a minor road. Soon after this the road forked and we turned right down Well Lane, until the B5470 was reached, We crossed over and took the second narrow set of steps just before the burnt out shell of what once had been a popular pub. At the top of the steps we arrived at another road and followed it upwards ignoring the first footpath sign on the left, we then took the next footpath sign, crossing over a small stile on the left and continued along a delightful path with magnificent views, Eventually this path passed through another small gate and we walked past some houses, walking down a drive with an obviously well-stocked fish pool on the left. At this point the narrow Calrofold road was reached where we turned left and soon reached the busy B5470 Macclesfield to Rainow road which we crossed with care.

Shortly afterwards the short but steep Lidgetts Lane was reached on the left with a gate clearly visible on the right hand side. We went through this gate onto a well-defined footpath which is the route leading to the ridge known as Kerridge Hill. Later when it flattens out it becomes known as ‘The Saddle of Kerridge,’ which is within a kilometre of White Nancy. The path undulates towards the summit, passing the still worked Marksend stone quarry on our left before reaching the trig point just before Kerridge Hill and we decided to have lunch here, looking down on the small village of Rainow.

Afterwards we continued before reaching a small copse of trees down on our right called Waulkmill Wood, before the impressive cone of White Nancy was revealed, painted in white with the images of the Napoleonic British soldiers who fought for Wellington outlined in black on the structure. It made a suitable backdrop for a picture of the club walkers. It was originally a summerhouse built of local stone by the Gaskell family with benches for seating inside. The Gaskells were one of many landed gentry families residing in the area, owning a large mansion called Ingersley Hall. This later became a catholic retreat now, named Savio House. It was the Gaskell family who built the folly which marks the boundary between Rainow and Bollington; it was built in 1837 to commemorate the battle of Waterloo of 1815. The Gaskell name is well known in the area; they were friends of the Grimshaw family of Errwood Hall and possibly also related to the famous novelist Elizabeth Gaskell. Sometime later, after the demise of most of the family the entrance of the folly was bricked up and the rough stones plastered over with cement and painted white. Today it is a local landmark which can be seen from the villages of Bollington and Kerridge. One of the ascents from Bollington is made by a steep but relatively short climb up to it, made easier by a fairly recently constructed stepped incline through the wood.

the entrance to the large Hollins Hall hotel on the left. Ignoring the minor road on the right we swung left and walked alongside the road until it narrowed under the canal with traffic lights.

Going under the bridge we climbed a flight of steps on the left up to the canal turning left along the towpath for just over a mile until the gate was reached where we had started the walk. This time we walked down the minor road to the main road which we crossed over and returned via the park alongside the stream to the car park. In all a very enjoyable day with luckily perfect weather, and with a good turnout of members, some from other clubs. This is a relatively easy walk but can be muddy after rain, especially over the fields.

Because of the popularity of the area and the abundance of paths, many of which were designed for the old mill workers it is easy to take the wrong one. The advice is, at the beginning of the ridge just walk north and if the ridge is missed, keep the unmissable sight of White Nancy on your left, taking one of the paths up to the ridge.

We went down this through a metal gate and followed the stepped path which was muddy in parts, taking care not to slip on the wet and often slippery wooden steps. Eventually we arrived at Oak Lane where we turned left. At the T junction on the road we turned right by a pub, The Bulls Head in Kerridge. We followed this road past

Poynton Rambling Club has over 100 members with walks on Wednesday and Sunday for walkers of all abilities. Walks vary from easy to moderately strenuous, distances between 5 and 12 miles. For further details contact the secretary Brian Brough 01625 877463 or visit www.poyntonramblers.org.uk

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New Zealand By Design Designing a holiday to New Zealand is something Travel by Design has been doing regularly for clients over the past ten years at least. Trips to New Zealand are within the financial grasp of most travellers these days as the value of a long haul holiday can be greater than visiting a short haul destination; one month in New Zealand can cost a similar amount to two weeks in a top European hotel.

Cruise and travel even farther north to Cape Rainga and Ninety Mile Beach.

■■ Rotorus and Taupo – the volcanic central plateau of New Zealand, with geysers, mud pools and crystal clear lakes.

Kristina Hulme says ‘We start off with a blank piece of paper, a map and our knowledge and experience built up over the past decade, which has been very valuable as each client’s itinerary has been tailored to their needs and pockets.

Irene Hulme says ‘These personalised itineraries might include a hike on the Queen Charlotte Track for one client, or for another it might be visiting a winery or cruising on Doubtful Sound.

We try and ensure that clients maximise their time in New Zealand without feeling rushed. It’s important to ensure that there is some time for relaxation among all the excitement and we would therefore recommend at least a month’s holiday if possible, though of course it is possible to see the highlights in a shorter time.’

For the first-time visitor to New Zealand, no visit would be complete without including on North Island…

■■ Auckland – the city of sails and the largest city in New Zealand ■■ The Bay of Islands – visit Waitangi Treaty House, enjoy a Cape Brett ‘Hole in the Rock’

…and on South Island ■■ Christchurch – the garden city with botanical gardens and tree-lined avenues ■■ Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers on the west coast, ideal for heli-hiking.

■■ Queenstown – adrenaline capital of New Zealand for heli-skiing, jet boating and, of course, bungee jumping.

■■ Doubtful and Milford Sound – beautiful and peaceful fjords for daytime or overnight cruising.

■■ Mackenzie Country – Mount Cook and Lake Tekapo, famed for their awesome scenery.

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A returning visitor might also like to include…

■■ The Coromandel Peninsula – for beautiful beaches and a laid-back atmosphere ■■ Napier and Hawkes Bay – an art deco town and fantastic wine!

■■ Wellington – capital city of New Zealand and home to the famous Te Papa Museum ■■ Marlborough Sounds at the north of South Island for kayaking in the beautiful Abel Tasman National Park and walking on the Abel Tasman Coastal Track and the Queen Charlotte Track for stunning walks ■■ Kaikoura – for whale watching ■■ Dunedin – for New Zealand’s Scottish heritage …and much, much more!

If you wish us to share our New Zealand ideas with you, please contact either Kristina or Irene at Travel by Design, 28 London Road, Alderley Edge Tel: 01625 584195

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the fuss about Vitamin D? Autumn is here and the summer holidays are becoming a distant memory. Shorter days, cooler weather and a return to classroom and office environments can bring low energy, mood and a challenge to the immune system.

There has been a lot of press recently on Vitamin D and for good reason, over 5000 studies a year link this vital vitamin with a number of diseases. As well as being key to a healthy immune system, a deficiency in Vitamin D (also known as the sunshine vitamin) has been associated with seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and winter blues.

Only 10% of the Vitamin D we need comes from our diet, the rest from sunlight. In the UK, UVB rays from the sun are only strong enough for us to naturally synthesise this vitamin for six months of the year. Using sun cream, spending large amounts of time indoors and wash out summers make it even harder to achieve optimal levels.

Amaranth Offer Free Better You Vitamin D spray with every Vitamin D test taken before 30 November (Vitamin D test ÂŁ45 including a 20 minute nutrition consultation)

A recent government report stated that during winter months 35% of teenagers and adults have a plasma concentration equivalent to severe deficiency, indicating that many of us could benefit from Vitamin D supplementation.

The UK Department of Health specifically recommends supplementation for pregnant and breastfeeding women, young children, people aged 65 years and over and those who have low exposure to the sun.

For more information call in for a free chat with the nutrition team here at Amaranth. We offer Vitamin D testing along with supplements in various forms and doses. We are also happy to chat about our other favourite immune remedies to support your wellbeing this Autumn.

by Joanne Hill www.amaranth-wellbeing.com

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Over 40’s benefit most from volunteering

From the age of 40 mental health and wellbeing improved for those volunteering, peaking at the age of 76 to 80 when there was a twelve per cent boost.

There are many benefits attributed to volunteering, it’s an opportunity to learn new skills, you get the chance to give back to your local community and, most importantly, you can make a difference. Volunteering has also been known to boost mental health and raise happiness levels and a new study suggests that those who benefit the most are those aged 40 plus.

Dr Fazia Tabassum, of the University of Southampton said “Volunteering might provide those (older groups) with greater opportunities for beneficial activities and social contacts, which in turn may have protective effects on health status.” She continued “Regular volunteering helps maintain social networks, which are especially important for older people who are often socially isolated.”

The study by researchers at the University of Southampton analysed data from the British Household Panel survey which sampled adults living in 5,000 households over a 17 year period.

The questionnaire measured mental health and emotional wellbeing and this was compared to how often people volunteered.

It’s estimated that Volunteers contribute the equivalent of £42 billion to the British economy and of the 162,000 charities in Britain, more than 110,000 are run solely by volunteers. Proof enough of the value of a volunteer, no matter what age.

Those volunteering on a regular basis scored an average of six per cent higher on wellbeing tests across all ages. When the results were analysed further this was significant for the over 40’s.

Karen Perry, Founder alice chilton In-Home Care Services Limited www.alicechilton.com Sources: The Telegraph, SCIENCE EDITOR

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Monday St. Paul’s Catholic Pre-School 9-3pm Open Monday – Friday Term Time only. Marley Road, Poynton. A caring and stimulating environment, open to all. Please call ahead from more information – 01625 858222 Playaway 9.30-11.30am Poynton Baptist Church. Contact 01625 859036

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

Come and have fun in the woods with your preschooler; even young babies can appreciate the joys of nature. Lots of sensory play activities to enjoy with your children in guided sessions. £5 per child and that includes pancakes or crumpets on the campfire.

Contact 01625 573086.

Story Time 11am Term time only. Hazel Grove Library. Stories, rhymes and songs followed by some colouring.

Contact 0161 217 6009.

Wednesday Pre-School Dance 2-2.30pm Term time only. St Martin’s Church Hall, Shrigley Road North, Higher Poynton. All children welcome from age 18 months. Contact 07903 727763 or email missstephanie1@hotmail.co.uk

Thursday Parent & Toddler Group 9.30-11.30am Term time only, Poynton Methodist Church.

For more information contact the church office on 01625 871592.

Stay & Play 10-11.30am Term time only, Poynton Children’s Centre, Clumber Road.

Contact 01625 383090 or email poyntonchildrenscentreadmin@cheshireeast.gov.uk

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Rhyme Time 10.30am Poynton Library. No booking necessary and no charge.

All babies and toddlers welcome with parents/carers.

Contact 01625 374818.

Friday Rugbytots Various times. Poynton Civic Hall. An award-winning, fun, energetic play programme for boys and girls from 2 years old. Call Alick on 0345 313 6720 or email alick@rugbytots.co.uk for time and to book.

Wiggle Tots Group 9.15 - 11.15am Term Time only. St Paul’s Pre-School, Marley Road, Poynton, SK12 1LY Maximum 25 children per session, £2 per family. Contact: Clare 01625 858222 or email stpaulspspoynton@gmail.com Baby Sensory 11am, 12.30pm and 2pm The Woodford Scout and Guide Headquarters, Moor Lane, Woodford. A learning and development program for parents and babies.

To book, call Becky on 07503547083 or email eastcheshire@babysensory.co.uk

Saturday Baby Ballet & Tap 9-10am The Hockley Centre, Park Lane. Step Ahead School of Dance, contact Natalie on 07799 614260 for further details.

Who Let the Dads Out? Between 9am & 11am Second Saturday of the month during term time, St. Martin’s Church Hall, Higher Poynton (near the Boars Head Pub).

A dads and toddler group for dads, granddads or male carers and their pre-school children. £2.50 per family which includes a bacon butty & coffee for the dads, and toast & juice for the children.

Contacts Julie Briggs on 07769 938269, or email julie@briggs.me.uk

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

Inside People June Bevan June Bevan was born in Birmingham in 1927 and from an early age showed an ability to paint and draw successfully. At King’s Norton Girls Grammar School, Art, under the tutelage of Miss Alexander, was her favourite subject, in which she achieved a grade A distinction.

In 1953 June married John Bevan and had three sons, Nick, Jeremy and Simon. After living in the Midlands for several years, John’s work moved them via Harrow to Cheshire in 1966 where John became Borough Engineer in Trafford.

June had started to paint seriously in 1962 and exhibited her work and attended courses whilst bringing up the family. In 1976 she gained her teaching certificate from Elizabeth Gaskell College and taught for five years at Wilmslow Preparatory School.

As a girl, June had enjoyed singing and performed in Gilbert and Sullivan Operettas, playing Casilda in the Gondoliers. She also made a record when she was 20 and sang on the radio in a programme called Take A Bow. Art however was her great passion and after 20 years of displaying paintings in various shows, in 1982 she had her first one woman exhibition at the Manchester Business School.

Sadly John died suddenly in 1983 and as her sons had by then left home, June concentrated more and more on her art, drawing and painting regularly and attending courses to improve her skills.

June studied an Art Foundation course at Stockport College from 1995 to 1996 and later gained a degree in Fine Art from John Moores University in 2000.

Since then she has exhibited in many shows and galleries including amongst others, the Salon de Bezier, Manchester Academy of Fine Arts, The Society of Women Artists, London and the Bath Open Exhibition.

June enjoys travel and adventure and once sailed in a yacht from Bangor along the coast of Wales navigating the boat herself while her partner slept. She has visited India, Greece and France and of course the purpose of her visits, as well as holiday, was to paint.

The effect of light, June believes, is of primary importance in her painting and depicting its subtle nuances is her constant challenge.

She is a traditional artist by background and temperament and has gained experience in all types of media and used a wide variety of subjects as source material. She also pragmatically paints and designs her own Christmas and birthday cards.

June enjoys reading and her current read is the Elizabeth Jane Howard “Cazalet” chronicles.

Another firm favourite is Bird Song by Sebastian Foulkes. Unsurprisingly though, her many bookcases are filled with volumes on Art and Artists reflecting her catholic taste in art appreciation.

June has been a member of the Stockport Art Guild for over 30 years and was a founder member of the Bramhall Art Society. From 10 September until 15 October a wide range of her work will be displayed at the Stockport War Memorial Art Gallery. Her exhibition, A Lifetime of Painting, can be seen Tuesday to Friday 1pm to 5pm and Saturdays 10am to 5pm.

Last Word from June I always wanted my own major exhibition so I’m thrilled to be showing my work at the Stockport Gallery. My aim is to transform what I see into images that will communicate my visual excitement. These may even reveal the unexpected, thereby giving viewers pleasure at many levels. I do hope that you will visit the exhibition and that you enjoy looking at my paintings.

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Glimpse of Bygone Time A POCKET watch that was given to a mill worker for his dedicated service has been returned to Quarry Bank after more than a century.

The watch – made by Robert Milne of Manchester – had been handed down through the generations of John Burgess’ family, but they decided they wanted to return it to his old workplace. It is hoped the timepiece will eventually go on display, but first the team at Quarry Bank are hoping to find out more about its owner.

able to fix some of the machines. His service was obviously appreciated by the Greg family who presented the watch to him on his retirement.

After delving into the archives it is believed Quarry Bank has one image of John with other workers outside the stables.

“It is an amazing feeling to be holding this piece of history that presumably meant so much to John given that he took such good care of it,” said archivist Ally Tsilika. “It has also been well looked after by his family and we hope to be able to share it with our visitors very soon.”

Samuel Greg established his cotton mill on the banks of the River Bollin in 1784, making use of the readily available water supply to power the Mill. Like many other such developments, when the mill was first built there was no community of any size on the site, which was chosen more for the availability of water power than for a workforce.

The Gregs soon built housing to attract adult workers and established a village complete with Unitarian and Methodist chapels, a village school, a shop, allotments and a farm to provide food for the mill community. Uniquely, Quarry Bank today contains the complete range of buildings of a self-sufficient mill complex from the early Industrial Revolution.

“John worked at the mill for 50 years and this was his reward for that service,” said Archivist Ally Tsilika. “He lived in Styal village all his life and his descendants still live there. We are very grateful to them for donating this watch to the National Trust and hope it will allow us to tell John’s story to the public.”

The back of the silver watch is engraved with a beautiful dedication which reads: ‘Presented to John Burgess on his retirement after 50 years’ faithful and efficient service with Robert Greg & Co, Quarry Bank Mill 1860 to 1910’.

John, who also attended Styal School, worked at the mill as a cotton weaver and eventually became an overlooker – one of the most important jobs. In this role he would have overseen operations on one floor and was even

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Today, Quarry Bank is a focal point for the local area. Over 170,000 people visit the Mill and other features each year and many more enjoy the network of paths around the wider estate. Quarry Bank is renowned for its learning programme, with over 30,000 school visitors a year with children coming from all over the North West and beyond.

If you know more about John Burgess and can help Quarry Bank tell his story please email Alkestis.Tsilika@nationaltrust.org.uk

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AVRO Heritage Museum Evolves The Avro Heritage Museum in Woodford opened its doors to the public on 13 November 2015 and during these last eleven months has given immense pleasure to its many visitors and, of course, it continues to evolve with every passing week.

If you have visited the museum you will have noted the comprehensive exhibition celebrating the proud history of aircraft manufacture at the Woodford site, following a timeline that starts with the life of pioneer and aviator Allliott Verdon Roe. The walls of this museum are also adorned with colourful artworks that used to hang in the canteen at BAE’s Woodford site. Many will have explored the Vulcan XM603 aircraft that stands outside the exhibition centre, or climbed into the cockpit of the Vulcan XM602 and sat in the pilot’s and navigator’s seats.

acquisition is the Canberra WK118 that now occupies centre stage in the main exhibition hall and is illustrated on our front cover. This was built at Woodford – one of 1351 such aircraft built world-wide, making it the second-best selling aircraft of all time. In September, two new cockpits - a VC10 XV106 and Nimrod XV235 arrived at the museum!

You can engage with the museum as a visitor or as a registered member, and as a business or organisation you might also choose to take advantage of their excellent conference facilities.

We would suggest you look at their website to keep abreast of opening times and of all that is happening; avroheritagemuseum.co.uk.

For the volunteers at this museum, there is always much to do. At this time, the Vulcan XM603 is under scaffolding and protective sheets as it gets a major facelift. But this should be visible in its all its splendour before the turn of the year.

The museum is also continuing to add to its fascinating array of exhibits. One recent

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Inside Guide Wednesday 5 October 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!)

Simply Books, Bramhall 11am

Wednesday 5 October Poynton Local History Society. Professor Ian Morison will be presenting ‘The Story of Jodrell Bank’ at our October meeting. In November John Hooley will give a talk entitled ‘Railways in Macclesfield’.

We meet the first Wednesday of the month, September to May. Annual membership is £12. Visitors are always welcome at £2 per visit. Enquiries 01625 872068.

St Pauls Community Room, Marley Road, Poynton, SK12 1LY 7.30 pm

Thursday 6 October 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. More info at www.thursdaygroup.co.uk, ring Mike on 07860 396286, or just come along.

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

Friday 7 October Worth Probus Club informal lunch. Contact Peter Owen on 01625 871574 for more information.

Boar’s Head Pub, Higher Poynton 12.15pm

Saturday 8 October Family Rail Fun Day organised by Rotary Club of Poynton and District. See In Touch for details.

Poynton Community Centre, Park Lane Poynton 10am

Saturday 8 October Stockport Symphony Orchestra. A Hero’s Life Shostokovich: Festive Overture Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No 2 soloist Tom Hicks R Strauss: Ein Heldenleben Stockport Town Hall 7.30pm

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A guide to selected events in East Cheshire during October & November Saturday 8 October Northern Chamber Orchestra ‘Dazzling Spirit’ with Chloe Hanslip, violin. Tickets £18/£14; £7 students; 18s and under free. From NCO Box Office 0161 247 2220; Macclesfield VIC, Town Hall 01625 378123; Silk Museum Shop, Heritage Centre or on the door. www.ncorch.o.uk Heritage Centre, Roe Street, Macclesfield 7.30pm

Tuesday 11 October E Cheshire National Trust Lecture – AGM with Guest Speaker from National Trust St Michael’s Church Hall, St Michaels Avenue, Bramhall 2pm

Tuesday 11 October Free Morris Dancing taster session for beginners with Adlington Morris Men – more information at www.adlingtonmorrismen.com 8.30pm to 10pm 1st Woodford Scout Hut, off Moor Lane, Woodford, SK7 1PW

Wednesday 12 October Poynton Luncheon Club. The Gardens of Chatsworth with Pauline Robinson. Details from Pam Orton Tel: 0161 483 4557. The Deanwater Hotel, Wilmslow

Thursday 13 October Worth Probus Club. Peter Turner will talk to us on ‘Sleight of Mind’. Please contact Peter Owen on 01625871574 or peterowen49@btinternet.com for further details. St George’s Church Hall, Poynton 2pm

Thursday 13 October Wilmslow Guild Natural History Society. Fascinating Fungi, by Jeanette Maddy. A prelude to the Field Trip on 23 October, come and see what to look for. Visitors welcome £4. Further information from the Chairman – David Warner 01625 874387 Wilmslow Guild, 1 Bourne Street, Wilmslow 7.30pm

Thursday, 13 October Poynton Home Gardeners Club. Pat Bennett will talk on “My Three Acre Wood.” Further details from Elaine on 01625 871603 or visit www.poyntongardenclub.co.uk Visitors are always welcome at £2 per meeting.

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Saturday 22 October

Capriccio: In The Mood for Music. Local vocal ensemble, Capriccio, presents a concert of varied music, from Classical to Modern and all points in between, led by conductor, David Walsh, and accompanied by Tim Walker. All proceeds will go to the Vision Project which aims to improve access and family facilities at Wilmslow Methodist Church. Tickets: £10, Under 18s free. Available from the Church Office on 01625 528892, mobile 07980 291993 or on the door

Cheshire Sinfonia. Beautiful Music in Bramhall. Mozart: Magic Flute Overture. Mozart: Bassoon Concerto K.191 (Soloist: Alex Cane). Beethoven: Symphony No. 5 in C minor. Conductor: Peter Stallworthy. Tickets: £12 (Full), £10 (concessions), £3 (under 18) To reserve tickets in advance please call: 07967 852986, or at the door.

Wilmslow Methodist Church, Water Lane 7.30pm

Thursday 27 October

Tuesday 18 October

Worth Probus Club. Craig Hadfield will talk to us on ‘Life in the Fire Service’. Please contact Peter Owen on 01625 871574 or peterowen49@btinternet.com for further details. St George’s Church Hall, Poynton 2pm

Poynton U3A General Meeting. Victor Crawford will speak on ‘Amazing Women Pilots.’ Entrance £1 including refreshments. For more information contact enquiries@poyntonu3a.org.uk. Or visit our website at www.poyntonu3a.org.uk.

Thursday 27 October

Main Hall, Poynton Civic Centre 2pm to 4pm.

E Cheshire National Trust Lecture – ‘The Winged Messenger’. Speaker Nigel Linge.

Thursday 20 October

St Michael’s Church Hall, St Michaels Avenue, Bramhall 7.30pm

Poynton Morning Townswomens Guild. Speaker: Dr Barbara Speake on Writing Crime novels.Visitors are welcome to join us, contact Kath on 0161 456 5299

Friday 28 October

Poynton Civic Hall 10am to 12 noon

Friday 21 October Hallé Chamber Concert. An evening of string music, to include the Schubert cello quintet. Tickets £10 and £8 (concession), Under 18s free. Available from the Church Office (0161 439 1204), Simply Books (228 Moss Lane),Thrift Shop and at the door.

Bramhall Methodist Church 7.30pm

Saturday 22 October Book Signing with JOHN CONNOLLY. John will be signing the 10th Anniversary Edition of his international best-seller THE BOOK OF LOST THINGS and his new collection of short stories NIGHT MUSIC. No tickets required – just come along.

Simply Books, Bramhall 2.30pm

Saturday 22 October Poynton Community Art Group are holding an ART EXHIBITION. Entrance is free and also free car parking at the rear of the Church Hall. Come and view some fine examples of original works of art and handmade cards. All work is available to purchase. Coffee, tea and delicious cakes will be served and a share of the proceeds will be donated to The East Cheshire Hospice.

St. Georges Church Hall, London Road South, Poynton (next to the Church) from 10am to 4pm.)

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St Michael’s Parish Church, St Michaels Avenue, Bramhall SK7 2PG 7.30pm

Simply Cinema presents…FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS (PG) Meryl Streep stars in the stranger-thanfiction story of Florence Foster Jenkins, a New York heiress who dreamed of becoming an opera singer, despite having a terrible singing voice. A poignant comedy-drama. Tickets £7 To book: call 0161 439 1436 email events@simplybooks.info or book online at www.simplybooks.info Centrepoint, Bramhall Methodist Church. Doors open 6.30pm screening at 7pm

Saturday 29 October Bollington Chamber Concert. The Atari String Trio consists of Catherine Yates and Gina McCormack, formerly of the Sorrell Quartet, with Nicholas Trygstad, principle cellist of the Halle. They will be playing Dohnanyi, Francaix and Mozart, a very exciting programme.

Tickets £15. Phone 01625 576402, or 01625 574435, or email chamberconcerts@bollingtonartscentre. co.uk Online booking www.bollingtonartscentre.co.uk/ chamberconcerts Bollington Arts Centre 8pm

Saturday 29 October Marie Curie Poynton Support Group Autumn Fair. Come along and browse the many craft and charity stalls including Cancer Research UK. Games for children.

Buy presents from the Craft Stalls. Tea, coffee and cakes available. Further details from ken.hillier@yahoo.co.uk.

Poynton Civic Hall 10am to 2pm

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Monday 7 November

Tea Dance - relax and dance to the sounds of the 30s, 40s and 50s (period dress optional) with your host GI Jive. Mixture of dances from Ballroom to Latin and Jive and other fun dances. Raffle, cakes and licensed bar. Tickets £6, proceeds to the Royal British Legion.

Contact Di 01625 585600 or Mary 01625 585038

Mart Rodger Manchester Jazz. High Lane Conservative Club, Buxton Road 8pm

The Festival Hall, Talbot Road, Alderley Edge, SK9 7HR 2pm to 5pm

Wednesday 2 November Bramhall Through Time. Join us for a fascinating evening with author Paul Chrystal looking back over Bramhall’s rich history. Paul will be introducing his new book which has over 200 evocative pictures of Bramhall ‘then and now’ showing just how much things have changed! Tickets: £5 (includes £2 towards a book) Call 0161 439 1436 email events@simplybooks.info or book online at www.simplybooks.info Simply Books, Bramhall 7.30pm

Thursday 3 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. More info at www.thursdaygroup.co.uk, ring Mike on 07860 396286 or just come along.

Tuesday 8 November E Cheshire National Trust Lecture – ‘Remembering Our Fallen Heroes of Christleton’ Speaker David Cummings St Michael’s Church Hall, St Michaels Avenue, Bramhall 2pm

Tuesday 8 November Free Morris Dancing taster session for beginners with Adlington Morris Men – more information at www.adlingtonmorrismen.com 8.30pm to 10pm 1st Woodford Scout Hut, off Moor Lane, Woodford, SK7 1PW

Thursday 10 November Worth Probus Club. Russ Hedley will talk to us on ‘Wildlife in the Garden’. Please contact Peter Owen on 01625 871574 or peterowen49@btinternet.com for further details. St George’s Church Hall, Poynton 2pm

Thursday 10 November

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

Poynton Home Gardeners Club. Malcolm Plant will talk on The Butterflies of Cheshire. Further details from Elaine on 01625 871603 or visit www.poyntongardenclub.co.uk Visitors are always welcome at £2 per meeting. Royal British Legion Club, St. George’s Road West, Poynton 7.30pm

Friday 4 November

Thursday 10 November

Worth Probus Club informal lunch. Contact Peter Owen on 01625 871574 for more information.

Wilmslow Guild Natural History Society. Shropshire Wildlife by Jim Almond. A look at the varied life of this county. Visitors welcome £4. Further information from the Chairman – David Warner 01625 874387

Boar’s Head Pub, Higher Poynton 12.15pm

Saturday 5 November

Wilmslow Guild, 1 Bourne Street, Wilmslow 7.30pm

Northern Chamber Orchestra ‘Flute Fireworks’ with Adam Walker, flute

Saturday 12 November

Tickets £18/£14; £7 students; 18s and under free. From NCO Box Office 0161 247 2220; Macclesfield VIC, Town Hall 01625 378123; Silk Museum Shop, Heritage Centre or on the door. www.ncorch.o.uk Heritage Centre, Roe Street, Macclesfield 7.30pm

The renowned Tideswell Male Voice choir is coming to Bramhall. Tickets cost £12.50 including refreshments, from Jean James 0161 439 8241 to be sure of a seat or pay at the door. Bramhall United Reformed Church, Robins Lane 7.30pm

Mon 7 to Sat 12 November

Saturday 12 November

Poynton Players present The Vicar of Dibley by Ian Gower and Paul Carpenter. Stage adaptation from the original TV series. Tickets Mon £7.50, Tues to Sat £8.50. www.poyntonplayers.co. Booking line 0333 666 3366

Charity Bash, Buffet & Boogie. Drinks reception, luxury buffet & desserts. Boogie to Midnight Tickets only £22.50 from Lyme Breeze Restaurant or phone 01625 260365, 01625 871536 or email friendsofeastcheshire@outlook.com Lyme Breeze Restaurant, Adlington 7pm

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Tuesday 15 November

Thursday 24 November

Book Launch Party with Cheadle-based crime writer KATE ELLIS for her new book A High Mortality of Doves set Derbyshire in the shadow of the First World War. This is a FREE event but please give us a call at the shop to book a place: 0161 439 1436 or email us at enquiries@simplybooks.info

Worth Probus Club. Keith Birkett will talk to us on ‘History of Roberts Bakery’. Please contact Peter Owen on 01625871574 or peterowen49@btinternet.com for further details.

Simply Books, Bramhall 7.30pm

Thursday 24 November

Tuesday 15 November

E Cheshire National Trust Lecture – ‘If you go down to the woods today’ at St Speaker David Taylor

Poynton U3A General Meeting. Sheila Dale will speak on ‘The Eddie Stobart Story.’ Entrance free including refreshments. For more information contact enquiries@poyntonu3a.org.uk.

St Michael’s Church Hall, St Michaels Avenue, Bramhall 7.30pm

Or visit our website at www.poyntonu3a.org.uk Main Hall, Poynton Civic Centre 2pm to 4pm.

Wednesday 16 November Poynton Luncheon Club. Christmas Scenes with Marion Baldwin. Details from Pam Orton Tel: 0161 483 4557

St George’s Church Hall, Poynton 2pm

Friday 25 November Simply Cinema presents… THE MAN WHO KNEW INFINITY (12) The inspiring true story of mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan. Tickets £7 To book: call 0161 439 1436 email events@simplybooks.info or book online at www.simplybooks.info

The Deanwater Hotel, Wilmslow

Centrepoint, Bramhall Methodist Church. Doors open 6.30pm screening at 7pm

Thursday 17 November

Saturday 26 November

Poynton Townswomen’s Guild Fund Raising Coffee Morning. Please join us for a “coffee and chat”

Poynton Civic Hall 10am to 12 noon

Cheshire Sinfonia. Beautiful Music in Bramhall.

Beethoven: Romance No.2 in F major Op. 50 (Soloist: Louise Latham) Stravinsky: Concerto in E flat (Dumbarton Oaks) Beethoven: Mass in C major Op.86 Conductor: Peter Stallworthy Tickets: £12 (Full), £10 (concessions), £3 (under 18)

Mon 21 to Sat 26 November

To reserve tickets in advance please call: 07967 852986, or at the door.

Brookdale Youth Theatre presents Oliver! A Musical.

Ticket info 0161 439 0505.

St Michael’s Parish Church, St Michaels Avenue, Bramhall SK7 2PG 7.30pm

Brookdale Theatre, Bridge Lane, Bramhall 7.30pm Sat matinee 2.15pm

Saturday 26 November

£1 plus coffee and biscuits. Contact Kath on 0161 456 5299

Weds 23 to Sat 26 November Woodford Players present Gaslight, by Patrick Hamilton - a Victorian psychological thriller. Bella Manningham is slowly being driven insane, but by whom and for what reason? This compelling and sometimes eerie play follows Bella’s sinking into despair, self doubt and near insanity until help appears…Tickets from TicketSource via the Woodford Players website with no booking fee or by phone 0333 666 3366 (fee charged) Woodford Community Centre

St George’s Singers perform Brahms German Requiem Tickets £18, £16 concession and £6. Details and to book tickets visit www.st-georges-singers.org.uk or call the Ticket Hotline 01663 764012 Royal Northern College of Music 7.30pm

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AUDIO VISUAL

D&C Sound and Vision Maddocks

BOOKSHOPS Simply Books

JS Services Ken Wood & Son S.P. Lee & Co Whitehall Builders

Vernon Building Society

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CARPETS & FLOORING Carpet Creations

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CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING

Footcare SOS

CHIROPRACTORS

The Back Pain Centre

CHURCHES

Poynton Christian Fellowship

CLUBS & ENTERTAINMENT

Poynton British Legion Poynton Players Poynton Round Table Bonfire

COMPLEMENTARY THERAPY Amaranth

COMPUTER & INTERNET Mike Knibb Tech Teacher

DELICATESSENS

Cheshire Smokehouse

DRAINAGE

Pure Clean Drainage Solutions

EDUCATION

The Cheadle College

ELECTRICIANS Maddocks

GARDEN MAINTENANCE

NRG Garden Services Robinson Garden Maintenance

HAIR & BEAUTY

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Carl Howard Hair Serenity The Cut

ICAN Handyman Service Trevor Garner

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Park House B&B

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JOINERY

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KITCHENS

Kitchen Refinishing Matt Finish

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LOCKSMITHS

Adlington Manor Alice Chilton In-Home Care Hope Green Tattenhall Retirement Village

CHIROPODY

HOTELS

29

CARE HOMES & SERVICES

Kidszone

41 54

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BUILDING SOCIETIES

CHILDCARE

HOME IMPROVEMENT & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

6

BUILDING SERVICES

Safeclean Zap-Clean

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50 28

Crimeguard Security More Than Loft Ladders Ecodazzle

Andy Pritchard Deano Kathy Shaw

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PIANO TUITION

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PHOTOGRAPHERS

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PAINTING & DECORATING

PHYSIOTHERAPY

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42

OVEN CLEANING

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LOFT LADDERS

38 50 10

Park Lane Physiotherapy

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Garth Aspinall Piano Tuition

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Richard Jackson Photography

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PLUMBING & HEATING David Hanson

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PUBS & RESTAURANTS Copper Lounge The Farmers Arms The Miners Arms Tom Yam

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ROOFING

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Poynton Roofing

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SOFT FURNISHINGS

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SECURITY

Crimeguard Security

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SOLICITORS/LEGAL SERVICES Manners Pimblett Salehs Solicitors Slater & Gordon

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STAIRCASE RENOVATIONS

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TREE SERVICES

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WINDOW & CONSERVATORY REPAIRS The Window Repair Centre

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