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Barnaby Festival 2013 was fast approaching when I realised that I potentially had a little space in my photography exhibition and time for a couple more photo shoots. I optimistically put out a casting call for any locals who might do anything interesting or inspiring and would want to get involved - little did I expect though that I would be contacted soon afterwards by none other than a British Olympian who was keen to take part! It was not an opportunity to be missed and we quickly organised what turned into an amazing shoot on location at Windgather Rocks and a real highlight of my exhibition. The Olympian in question was Jennifer Pinches who was part of the artistic gymnastics team for Team GB at the London 2012 Summer Olympics. It was extremely fascinating to hear from her and her Mum Jane about the level of dedication and perseverance required by her and her family to get to the pinnacle of her sport. Jennifer had taken up gymnastics at the age of six and progressed very quickly, winning her first title, British Level 4 voluntary champion, in November 2003 at the age of nine and soon becoming part of the national team. In 2006 her family moved up to this area and a school was sought that might accommodate her intensive training schedule. The King's School in Macclesfield was chosen and Mum Jane told me how brilliant they were in that regard, even having a member of staff dedicated to help ensure she maintained her schooling attainment throughout. Most days Jenni would have to leave school early and Jane would drive her over to train with the best, including Beth Tweddle, at the City of Liverpool Gymnastics Club. They provided the world-class facilities and coaching that she required to push her to the highest level. The oldest of 4 children, she required huge amounts of family support throughout her most unusual childhood. Her younger brothers, Jonathan, Harry and Oliver, regularly had to tag along whilst she trained. This did give them the chance though to do some training of their own and Harry's team from King's has won British schools trampoline championship for five consecutive years! Even back in 2005 aged just 11, Jenni featured in a Channel 5 documentary, A Different Life , and stated that her ultimate goal was always to represent her country at the Olympics. In 2008, she got a place on the Olympics Hopefuls program for Beijing 2008 which did not enable her to compete but gave her a great taste of the event. To get to compete in the Olympics herself was far from an easy achievement with so 12 To advertise with us, just call 01625 265551

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much great competition and the constant stress of intensive exercise and risk of injury. Just before the World Championships 2011 in Tokyo, for example, she fractured her foot, severely affecting her mounts and landings, but still helped the British team to a fifth place with a great performance on the balance beam. Early in 2012, as selections were still to be made, she landed badly in training which could have put her out of contention, but she managed to make a great recovery and put in an outstanding performance at the British Championships in June 2012 to seal her place in the Olympic squad. At London 2012, she finished 21st individually in the all around competition. Unfortunately she could not qualify for the finals for the top 24 gymnasts due to a rule allowing only two gymnasts per country, however, she went on to achieve two personal best performances on the floor and vault in the team finals, which helped Great Britain come 6th, their best result in modern history and far exceeding all expectations. After London 2012 she was invited to a special event at Buckingham Palace where she met many dignitaries - but like many girls, it was meeting Benedict Cumberbatch that she found most exciting! Jenni went back to King s to finish her A levels shortly afterwards, coming away with straight A's. She was then given a scholarship to the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), enabling her to further her education whilst continuing to compete at the highest level for the UCLA Bruins in the national NCAA Gymnastics league. She has recently retired from competitive gymnastics in order to complete her final year of her degree in psychology and will actually complete a 4 year degree in just 3 years, a small hurdle for this remarkable young lady! As with most elite athletes, one of the parents often has to dedicate themselves to their child s sporting career, which Jane did admirably, whilst Dad Ian was the breadwinner. As if being a Super Mum to four kids was not enough for Jane, she is also a trained Samaritan. The local team is diverse in age and backgrounds but all have specialist training to provide a non-judgemental, receptive and confidential ear for anyone in need. It was evident that Jane has always been a guiding light in Jenni s life and I tried to encapture this relationship when I shot them both for Anson Engine Museum's 2015 Steampunk inspired calendar. Some of you will be asking, What is this strange thing, Steampunk? . Well, all will be revealed in a future edition of Local People!

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Work Experience Before the summer break I had to do work experience. Many students are unsure about this but personally, I really enjoyed my work experience. I took the initiative and went somewhere that I felt I would be able to do something valuable and where I knew I would have something to do every day of the week. I didn’t go to a shop, or work for my parents; instead, I went to a horse livery yard for one week. My work experience started on the Tuesday and ended on the Friday. I got to the livery yard at nine o’clock in the morning and the first job of the day was to turn all of the horses out into the field. Everyone who worked on the livery yard seemed pleasantly surprised that I knew how to put on a horse rug, so the day was off to a relatively good start. Following this, we began the mucking out of the horses. The rule was: all of the horses had to be mucked out by lunchtime and everyone was expected to muck out a minimum of eight horses. I thought that was a fair request, so I got to work. By the time I had mucked out my eighth stable, I was finding it hard work because in order to empty the wheelbarrow the muck had to be thrown on top of a pile, in a trailer. I’m sure it was the hardest physical labour I will ever have to do. Once all of the mucking out was done, the hard physical labour eased off. In the afternoon I put jumps up for people and cleaned tack. I got to finish at five o’clock and I felt shattered. I went home to go and feed my own horse, and fell asleep on the concrete of the stable block! I had an early night on that Tuesday evening so I woke up the next day feeling refreshed. The remainder of the days ran similar to my first day accept for on the last day - I didn’t have to muck out! On the whole, work experience was a great experience for me and although in the future I may not work with horses, it was a great way to spend a week: having fun and meeting new people. So my advice is to always approach a task positively and work to the best of your ability. It worked for me!

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What is your home made from? How was it originally built, and what changes, if any, have been made to it over the years? Getting to know what is going on inside and outside your four walls will make it easier to work out how you can eco-improve the property.

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Sundays 4 OCTOBER & 1st November 3pm

Harvest Service at Forest Chapel Songs of Praise

All welcome, especially families to the lovely little chapel in Macclesfield Forest, with its stunning location at the top of Macclesfield Forest

St. Stephen's Anglican Church Forest Chapel SK11 0AR ********************

WEDNESDAY 7th OCTOBER

and the first Wednesday of every month.

Meeting of Prestbury Flower Club

Also Thursday 5th November Workshop with Nigel Wyles Prestbury Village Hall, Dale Brow, Macclesfield Road, Prestbury 1.45pm ********************

THURSDAY 8th OCTOBER

Macclesfield Canal Society, ‘A Cameo of the 6 Towns’

A talk by Graham Dodd. Visitors welcome. For info, call 01625 266988

New Liberal Club, Boden Street 7.45pm

FRIDAY 9th OCTOBER

Macclesfield Historical Society, ‘The Land of the Labyrinth, Minoan Crete’, a talk by Dr Georgina Muskett, Curator of Classical Antiquities, National Museums, Liverpool. New members welcome, guests can pay on the door

Meeting Room, Macclesfield Library 7.30pm ********************

FRIDAY 9th and SATURDAY 10th October

Corn Dolly Harvest

Traditional harvest decorations and over 1,000 of Raymond Rush's Corn Dollies on display. Church open 10-4 on Saturday 9th. Harvest Services at 10 and 6.30, Sunday 10th. Refreshments available.

Siddington Church, junction of B5392/A34, SK11 9JP ********************

SATURDAY 10th OCTOBER

Autumn Fair and Cream Tea

Cakes, jams, chutneys, Christmas cards, books, CDs, DVDs, jigsaws etc. Tickets £3.50, all-inclusive. Available by ringing 01625 615298 or 01625 428358

Macclesfield Methodist Church 2pm - 4pm (Corner of Westminster Road and King Edward Street, SK10 1BX 2.30pm - 3.30pm

SUNDAY 4th OCTOBER, 18th OCTOBER Macclesfield Quakers Worship Unitarian Chapel, King Edward Street

2.30pm - 3.30pm

Macclesfield Visitor Information Centre

What Can You Do This October?

New Chester Zoo Prices - just in time for half term!

Adult £18.50 Child/Student/Over 65 £15.00 Tickets open dated until the end of December!

Tickets for National Theatre Live at Cinemac ● Bostocks holidays/day trips booking agent ● Tickets for the Northern Chamber Orchestra season Macclesfield Visitor Information Centre Town Hall Macclesfield SK10 1DX

Tel: 01625 378 123

Email: macclesfieldtic@cheshireeast.gov.uk @MacclesfieldVIC

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SATURDAY 10th OCTOBER Jumble Sale

Proceeds to the Reading Room Restoration Fund Registered Charity Number 1016685

The Reading Room, Over Alderley SK10 4SN 12 Noon ******************** SUNDAY 11th OCTOBER

Car Boot Sale

Indoor and outdoor tables. Please book indoor tables by ringing Angela on 01625 422150.

Macclesfield Conservative Club West Bank Road 9am to 12noon

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TUESDAY 13th OCTOBER, RSPB Macclesfield Group, ‘Coast and Island’, a talk by Paul Hobson. ALL WELCOME. For info, see www.macclesfieldrspb.org.uk

Macclesfield Methodist Church, Westminster Road SK10 1BX 7.45pm Also Thursday 5th November

Coffee Morning

Gawsworth Methodist Community Hall, Gawsworth SK11 9QZ 10am - 12noon ******************** TUESDAY 13th OCTOBER 2pm

AGM of the East Cheshire Association of the National Trust, speaker Rebecca Burton Also Thursday 22nd October 7.30pm

‘Inside the House of Lords’, a lecture with speaker Lord Garfield Davies

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

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WEDNESDAY 14th OCTOBER

and 2nd Wednesday of each month Alderley Edge Women’s Group: A social group for older ladies. If you looking for a way to meet new people and learn new things, come and join us for a cuppa and find out more. Monthly speakers, bingo, etc. We also meet up for a social coffee get-together at The DeTrafford Arms, Alderley Edge on the 4th Wednesday of the month at 10am. For more info, contact Anna Bainbridge, 01625 585702

Alderley Edge Methodist Church 2pm

WEDNESDAY 14th OCTOBER Friends of Macclesfield Silk Heritage AGM followed at 8.00pm by ‘Small Talk’ - by Elizabeth

Brimelow. She will discuss the textile artists who have contributed to the Small Talk exhibition at the Silk Museum, tell us how she became a quilter, what inspires her and how it led her to becoming a member of Quilt Art and exhibiting in Europe, America and Japan. With quilts to inspect and handle! Tickets £4/£3 members. Free admission to talk if attending AGM

The Old Sunday School, Heritage Centre, Roe Street Macclesfield, 7.30pm ********************

THURSDAY 15th OCTOBER

Wilmslow Guild Natural History Society - ‘Wildlife of the Isles of Scilly’, a talk by Tim Melling RSPB. Including some of the rarities that visit these western isles. For details contact David Warner, 01625 874387. Visitors welcome £4

The Guild, 1 Bourne Street Wilmslow, 7.45pm ******************** THURSDAY 15th OCTOBER

Coffee Morning: Arthritis Research UK (Macclesfield & District Branch) Stalls

include Cakes, Books, Plants, Raffle. All welcome, admission £1 (includes refreshments). For information, ring 01625 861727

Chelford Village Hall, 10am to 12 Noon ******************** THURSDAY 15th OCTOBER

Macclesfield & Congleton District Scout Fellowship (Action Support Unit) Scout HQ 32 West Bond Street, Macclesfield SK11 8EQ. Info 01782 379154.

******************* FRIDAY 16th OCTOBER

Dementia UK Fundraising Event In memory of Lionel Belfield who lived in Langley, and farmed in Wildboarclough with his family for generations. There will be cards, crafts, homemade cakes etc., a raffle, tombola ,and cream teas will be served. All welcome!

Langley Methodist Church Hall, Main Road, Langley, 1.30pm - 3.30pm

Macclesfield Community ArtSpace Bury Light Nights Festival

For details, contact Gailsmith19@gmail.com Also TUESDAY 20th OCTOBER 7pm

Barnaby Parade 2016 Launch. The theme - SPACE. Find out what’s involved,

what you can contribute and where to go from here. All welcome – Relaxed and informal. Also features Artspace’s 2nd Birthday Celebrations and a Volunteer Recruitment Drive. For details, telephone: 07522 019454 or 01625 440694, or Email: sambajohn1@yahoo.com. nd

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OCTOBER 7pm—9pm The Art of Astrology at ArtSpace Sun Signs - 1st of a series of workshops exploring birth charts and horoscopes through art, suitable for experienced and complete beginners. Course led by Deborah Maw. a qualified Astrological Counsellor of 20 years, teacher and artist. Sessions free, but a donation to ArtSpace is appreciated. For more information, contact deborahmaw@hotmail.co.uk, 07949 965842, or the ArtSpace landline 01625 440694

Top Floor, The Arsenal Mill, Heapy Street Macclesfield, SK11 7JB (Lift available) ******************** TUESDAY 20th OCTOBER

Macclesfield Barnaby Festival Open Meeting—for anyone interested in Barnaby 2016. Join us, get involved, find out more.

The Tea Kitchen, Old Sunday School Macclesfield, 7.30pm for 8pm start ******************** TUESDAY 20th OCTOBER

Meeting of FibroMacc Support Group for people with fibromyalgia/cfs. For more info, ring Claire on 01625 560016, Tracey on 07944 744140 or via fibromacc@gmail.com

Shopmobility Centre, Churchill Way, Macclesfield 2pm

FRIDAY 23rd OCTOBER

Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Fundraising Pink Day

Join us for pink bubbly, pink cakes, raffle prizes and even pink foil in your hair. All we ask is a donation, and your pink is free. Offer available all month. See www.voguehairandwigs.co.uk or call 01625 429403 and ask for Rita and Chelsea.

Vogue Hair and Wigs, 74 Chestergate, Macclesfield ******************** SATURDAY 24th OCTOBER

Alzheimer’s Fundraising Zumba© Party Night

. Tickets £12 from class, or contact Rebecca_Slater@live.co.uk

Civic Hall Bollington, 7.30pm—late ******************** SUNDAY 25th OCTOBER Macclesfield Male Voice Choir Diamond Jubilee Concert.

The choir are celebrating their 60th anniversary with a special concert. A brand new programme of songs and guest star Gemma Sutton, a Macclesfield girl presently appearing in the West End Stage in Gypsy. Tickets £12 from the Visitor Information Centre, The Hope Centre Park Green, by phone on 01625 429403 or email tickets@macclesfieldMVC.org.uk

St Michael and All Angels Macclesfield, 7.30pm ******************** MONDAY 26th OCTOBER Macclesfield Field Club, AGM and ‘The Beauty of the Heavens’, a talk by Prof. Ian Morison. Visitors welcome £2.

For more information contact John Langdill on 01625 420364

Salvation Army Hall, Macclesfield 7.30pm

TUESDAY 27th OCTOBER Family History Society of Cheshire. ’Marriage Matters’, a talk by Hazel Rugman. Some facts that may help you to avoid pitfalls in your research. Visitors Welcome £2. For information see www.fhsc.org.uk Salvation Army Hall Macc 7.30pm - 9pm

Sunday 25th October

10am 3pm

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WEDNESDAY 28 OCTOBER ‘Magical Mosaics’. Design your own autumn

picture using colourful mosaic pieces. Suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by a parent. Cost £2.

The Old Sunday School, Roe Street, SK11 6UT. 1.30pm-3.30pm

THURSDAY 29th and FRIDAY 30th OCTOBER. Festival of Lights’. Discover more about Diwali

the Hindu festival of lights and use it as inspiration to create a collage artwork. Suitable for ages 5-11. Children do not need to be accompanied. Cost £6.50 (covers full two hour session and all materials). Call 01625 613210 to book a place.

Silk Museum, Park Lane, SK11 6TJ 10am-12noon

THURSDAY 29th OCTOBER ‘Sewing Bee’. Design and create a stitched

sampler to take home. Suitable for ages 11-16. Children do not need to be accompanied. Cost £6.50 (covers the full session and all materials ).Call 01625 613210 to book a place.

Silk Museum, Park Lane, SK11 6TJ 12.30pm-3.30pm st

On display until SATURDAY 31 OCTOBER.

'Small Talk: Quilt Art at 30'

For their 30th anniversary the international group 'Quilt Art' are touring with a new exhibition. It features new and experimental quilt work by international artists.– The artists take 'the quilt' as the starting point and then interpret this in new and creative ways.£2 admission.

Macclesfield Silk Museum Park Lane 10am-4pm ********************

THURSDAY 29th OCTOBER

STROKE CAFÉ

A informal drop in morning with either a speaker, activity or just coffee and chat. Open to anyone who has had a stroke or would like information about preventing a stroke.

For information ring 01625 612044

Wykeham Chase, Ivy Road, Macclesfield 10.30am - 12 noon ********************

FRIDAY 30th OCTOBER 2015

Meeting of the Oaks Club, a fun and friendly group for people in their late 50s and above. Meet new people and enjoy some light-hearted entertainment., tea and cake. All events free. For more information, contact Sam on 01615 611121 or sam.little@silklife.co.uk

Silklife Centre, corner of George St and Pickford St 1pm - 3pm ********************

SATURDAY 31st OCTOBER 2015 Northern Chamber Orchestra, ‘Melodic Moments’ with Ben Hudson, bassoon.

Tickets available from NCO Box Office (0161 247 2220), Macclesfield VIC Town Hall, Congleton TIC Silk Museum Shop Heritage Centre, and on the door. For information see www.ncorch.co.uk

Heritage Centre, Roe Street, Macclesfield, Cheshire SK11 6UT, 7.30pm - 9.40pm ********************

WEDNESDAY 4th NOVEMBER Macclesfield Unitarians ‘Dance the Sacred Circle of Life’ a new circle dancing group led by

Bridget Ovey (for a donation towards expenses). Enjoy connection with other people and reconnect with yourself. For more info, contact Michael Dadson on 01625 669233 or email Michael.dadson@maccunitarians.co.uk

King Edward St Chapel 7.30pm - 9pm ********************

SATURDAY 7th NOVEMBER

Cheshire Villages Great War Society Exhibition

Information on soldiers from Cheshire Villages; Display of WW1 artefacts - A chance to relive the era. (Prize for best dressed period civilian). Ask the expert/Family Historian

Free admission, refreshments available Gawsworth Scout Hut and Village Hall Church Lane Gawsworth 10am - 5pm

SATURDAY 28th NOVEMBER Macclesfield Oriana Choir

Every TUESDAY and SATURDAY

Gounod: St Cecilia Mass Haydn: Selected pieces from Creation Parts l and ll Margaret Ferguson Soprano, Terenec Adebaya Bass, Tenor to be announced.

Tickets ÂŁ10 Available soon Macclesfield Methodist Church 7.30pm ********************

On every other SUNDAY, Macclesfield Rambling Club meets for walks.

For info telephone John Langdill 01625 420364 or see www.maccramblers.org Meet in front of Macclesfield Station at 10am ******************** For loads of activities going on in OCTOBER, take a look at the CEC Ranger Service Website www.cheshireeast.gov.uk/rangers or on Facebook cecrangers

******************** Every TUESDAY from OCTOBER to MAY

St. Albans Roman Catholic Church

Chester Road, Macclesfield, run a friendly and relaxed weekly group programme in the evening. If you are interested in learning about Catholicism, or returning to explore your Catholic faith, come along and join us. For more information, contact Fr. Peter Burke, 01625 423446, Denise Volpato, 01625 431771 or Mary Maxwell, 01625 425867

Do you play whist? If so, why not come along to our prize-giving Charity Whist Drive For details ring 01625 619837

Sutton Church Hall 7.30pm prompt ********************

Every TUESDAY and SATURDAY Macclesfield Scottish Country Dance Group

Adult class, Tuesdays 8pm to 10pm, beginners' class 7pm to 8pm. Children's class Saturday 10am to 12noon.We are a friendly group and all are welcome. Scottish Country Dancing is great exercise both for mind and body!

Methodist Church Hall Langley ********************

HALL FOR HIRE!

St Paul’s Parish Centre is available for hire

during week days and weekends. Competitive rates available. Perfect for meetings, activity groups, social meetings, children’s parties and more! Call the Parish Office on 01625 501773 or visit our website: www.stpaulsmacclesfield.org

St Paul’s Church Brook Street, Macclesfield ********************

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Gawsworth BRIDGE CLUB

ÂŁ2 per person with refreshments provided. Friendly atmosphere. Prizes - everyone welcome.

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Mamas & Papas PUSHCHAIR. Blue and black, in excellent condition. Suitable for 0-4 years. Includes buggy liner, hood, apron, adjustable leg rest, back rest, large shopping basket. Only used occasionally. ÂŁ30 no offers. WICKER CRIB, padded and lined, with mattress. Removable rocking pine stand. ÂŁ30 Thomas the Tank Engine 3-WHEELED SCOOTER. 3-4 ÂŁ15 Tel: 07747 589231

Sony COMPACT HIFI STEREO SYSTEM. Includes tape, radio, CD, speakers, remote, instruction booklet. Housed in dark oak cabinet. ÂŁ50 Tel: 01625 611436 SHORT MAT BOWLS, size 3M, set of 4. As new. ÂŁ49

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White UPVC opening WINDOW and CASING. Casing W63cm, H106cm. Opening window W56.5cm, H91.5cm. Excellent condition. Only 5 years old. ÂŁ20 Tel: 01625 669045 1. 2.

Ladies’ ‘Oxelo’ INLINE SKATES. Size 7, as new. ÂŁ15 Pair of Dunlop ‘Venom’ BADMINTON RACKETS. ÂŁ5

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Set of 3 solid OAK TABLES. 1 large table, 2 that nest underneath. Large table L120cm, D60cm, H50cm. Smaller tables L51cm, D60cm, H40cm. Excellent condition. £150 (£350 new) 2. Blue Puma RAIN JACKET. Size: Small Men's. Good condition £12 3. Raleigh Atlantis ACTIV BIKE 20�, Only used twice, Excellent condition £80 4. DESK with shelves, H28�, only 12 months old and hardly used, excellent condition £20 Tel: 01625 268163

Full traditional white lace WEDDING DRESS, size 12-14, with long sleeves, veil and headdress. Excellent condition. £45 Tel: 07951 715645 Thule’ LOCKABLE CAR ROOF MOUNTING KIT for Honda Accord Tourer Estate 03 to 07. Suitable for square bar supports. £25 Tel: 01625 426386 White TABLETOP FRIDGE. W45cm, H50cm, D45cm. As new £40

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Salomon WINTER GEAR BOOTS, size 7, as new. Offers accepted. 1. 2.

Tel: 01625 428256

Silver Cross CARRY COT, including mattress. Good condition ÂŁ10 Various items of KINGS SCHOOL JUNIOR UNIFORM (Adlington) including blazer. Good condition, ÂŁ5 each item. Tel: 01625 616344

Hotpoint SLIMLINE DISHWASHER. ÂŁ2 years old, sale due to move. ÂŁ50

Tel: 01625 616260

Feather and Black Rossetti Ivory SINGLE BED. Warm white/Ivory with brass finials. Poplar sprung slatted base. Dimensions: W93cm x L201cm x H121 / 108cm. Excellent top quality bed. Retail price new ÂŁ599. M&S natural mattress, 350 pocketed springs. Used by a small child only. Retail price new ÂŁ300. Excellent condition, selling both for ÂŁ200. Tel: 01625 616287

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SHEEPSKIN RUG £20 ono 1. 2.

Tel: 01625 619837

All Hallows Catholic College BLAZER size 38”. Great Condition £18 All Hallows Catholic college JUMPER size ‘M’. £5

Tel: 07860 763473

Shark STEAM CLEANER with all the tools. Used once only. Cost £200, selling for £70

Tel: 01625 430741

SPARE WHEEL for Honda Jazz. Size 175/65 R15 84T £80

Tel: 01625 427586

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Faux leather RECLINING CHAIR, light cream, £50 6. Traditional style EXTENDING SIDE TABLE £30 Black leather swivel OFFICE CHAIR £30 7. LEATHER CHAIR, tan colour, ornate style £40 2 conservatory RATTAN CHAIRS and NEST of 2 TABLES £50 2 oak-style TALLBOYS (part hanging space, part drawers) £30 each. Rectangular pine DINING TRESTLE TABLE. Seats 6 £30 Tel: 07933 889929

Class 3 SCOOTER, Road Legal 4/8 MPH Pride Celebrity XL8 Blue £400

Tel: 01625 428993

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Priory DINING TABLE in dark wood, 4 chairs, 4 chairs and 2 carvers. £75 ono Matching Priory CABINET £40 ono

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3 seater SOFA and matching ARMCHAIR. Good quality, by Vale. Soft, dark green pattern. £120 Teak finish KITCHEN TABLE and 4 CHAIRS £10 5. Matching Yew finish CD CABINET £15 Yew finish TV CABINET, houses a 26” screen £25 6. Decorative URN/VASE £15 Yew finish DINING TABLE and 4 CHAIRS. Extends to 7’ £120 Tel: 01625 421909

Flymo Easyglide 300 LAWNMOWER. As new, £35 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Tel: 01625 610171

Tel: 07813 358353

Aluminium 2 section LOFT LADDER. 8'9" max ceiling height. Complete with sliding hinge brackets, screws, information/instruction leaflet. £20 Swish brass effect corded CURTAIN POLE. 1700mm x 28mm dia. 14 rings per side. £15 Kenwood STEREO SYSTEM. Model RX-29. Inc. cassette player/recorder. Also CD player model DP-29, pair of Kenwood LS29 speakers (60w, 80ohms) and FM aerial. Excellent condition. Slight damage to cover on one speaker, cosmetic only. £50. 4-Tier MINI GREENHOUSE. H160cm x W69cm xD49cm Still boxed. Unused. £8 M&S SUIT CARRIER. Strong black canvas with lots of pockets and multiple zipped compartments. 3 original internal hangers, holds 3 suits and lots more. Used twice only, excellent condition. Height 55cm x55cm wide x15cm deep. £30 Tel. 01625 420314

ELECTRIC RECLINING CHAIR, soft beige leather, hardly used. £200 ono.

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Quickie Salsa M MOBILITY WHEELCHAIR used once only, excellent condition. Cost £4,440. Will accept offers in the region of £750 Tel: 01625 421196 1. 2.

Size 7 WELLINGTONS, unused present, £18.50 3. Size 7 WELLINGTONS, unused, £5.50 WATERPROOF SUIT, size medium, as new £28.50. (Will sell as bundle for £48). Tel: 01625 433527

Green Silver Cross PRAM with CANOPY. Fancy a pram like Princess Charlotte’s? £50 Tel: 07925 680063

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Chico deluxe HIGH CHAIR. Hardly used. £25 Buyer to collect.

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BABY BATH and stand £10 Tel: 01625 423732

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Performance Power Blower Vac 2500W. Hardly used. £25 Beko 7.8 Cu. Ft. tall UPRIGHT FREEZER. Excellent condition £50

1 LADIES’ BIKE, 1 MEN’S BIKE. Some maintenance and love required. £15 each

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Smoked glass CORNER TV UNIT. Three shelves, silver legs. W31.5�, D16.75�, H19.5� £20 1. 2. 3.

Mountfield Petrol SELF_PROPELLED MOWER SP534, 51cm cut + Grass Box Good working condition, serviced and maintained, approx 7yrs old. ÂŁ100 STIHL CHAINSAW MS181c Anti-Vibration Handle, Blade Guard. Nearly new, hardly used ÂŁ150 STIHL PETROLSTRIMMER with harness. Working condition ÂŁ60.00

Tel: 01614 396746 Tel: 01625 501823

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Ladies’ DESIGNER RAINCOAT (Greenstone). Size 16, beige, long length, unused. Cost ÂŁ260, accept ÂŁ60. Ladies’ ž length COAT. Size 16, shiny brown, turned back sleeves, unused. Cost ÂŁ150, accept ÂŁ50. Home Medics Vibration CHAIR MASSAGER. Runs on batteries, hardly used. ÂŁ15 Enjoi electric powered HARD SKIN REMOVER. Still boxed. Unwanted gift ÂŁ12 King size BED SET. New, cream satin, duvet cover, flat sheet, fitted sheet and 4 pillow cases. Still wrapped. ÂŁ25. Tel: 01260 252398

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IKEA Gulliver COT BED (white solid wood frame, size 124 x 66 (fits 120x60 cm mattress). Two sleeping positions. 4 years old, good condition. ÂŁ25 ono MATTRESS to fit, hypoallergenic, bamboo/cotton filling. Good, clean condition. ÂŁ25 ono Tel: 01625 611471 or 07508 352120

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Hotpoint DISHWASHER, model 71340 Super Plus.60cm, plus instruction book. ÂŁ50

Tel: 01625 432749

ELC WOODEN ROSEBUD DOLLS HOUSE with furniture and extras. Good condition. Would make an ideal Christmas present. Includes: Bedroom furniture, Office furniture, Bathroom furniture, Playroom, Dolls family x2; Also Living room furniture, Kitchen, CafĂŠ, florist, Kids bedroom and Pet set, all still boxed. Cost new ÂŁ230, when new. ÂŁ70 ono Tel: 07795 577706 Combi Camp A/S 4571 Grevinge Denmark TRAILER TENT with large awning. Needs small repairs. ÂŁ395 Tel: 07933 602239 Felt Z85 RACING BIKE. 56 inch frame with carbon forks. Shimano Tiagra group set. New rear cassette, rear brake and chain. Two new tyres. 2010 model. Ideal bike for winter training/commuting or intro into Road Racing Have receipts for original purchase and all maintenance. VGC. Cost ÂŁ850 new sell for ÂŁ450. Tel: 01625 616287 Size 8 WEDDING DRESS. New. Bought as a backup, as wedding date was near, but found one which fit better. Welcome to try it on, no obligation to buy. ÂŁ100 Tel: 07947 866083

Felt Z85 RACING BIKE. 56 inch frame with carbon forks. Shimano Tiagra group set. New rear cassette, rear brake and chain. Two new tyres. 2010 model. Ideal bike for winter training/commuting or intro into Road Racing Have receipts for original purchase and all maintenance. VGC. Cost ÂŁ850 new sell for ÂŁ450. Tel: 01625 616287 PINE TABLE (90cm dia) and 4 CHAIRS. Table top has always been covered so ex cond. ÂŁ100 ono Buyer collects. Tel: 01625 421986 1. 2. 3.

Dressmakers SEE-THRU RULER (Dritz) ÂŁ4 2. TYPOGRAPHIC RULER ÂŁ2 2 SMALL RUGS, one maroon, the other brown multi weave. 6 ft x3 ft. ÂŁ9 each. Several pieces of leftover CURTAIN & FURNISHING FABRIC from designer labels (Handloom Manufacturers, India). Colours; emerald green, airForce blue, blue small checks, off white checks, green, blue multi checks, Cerise pink etc. Printed colours will not do justice! Sizes from 3m to 10.5m, ÂŁ10 per metre ono. (Original cost approx ÂŁ30 in stores here). Tel: 01625 500042

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Pair of VERTICAL WINDOW BLINDS. Can be used together. Each W57”, H59”, cream colour. Complete with adjustable brackets. As new. £40 the pair. Tel: 01625 424023 ITEM SOLD!

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Sturdy wooden WINE RACK. Holds 25 bottles. £5 “Huddle 2” protective RUBBER BUMPER, New £3

Tel: 01625 610983

SIGMA LENS 10-20mm, wide angle zoom, inc case and filter. Cost £425.00 new, selling for £205 Tel: 07917 3373381

3 Adjustable DOUBLE CLOTHES RAILS. Silver, height 101cm, extending to 167.5cm. Width 89cm. £7 each or all 3 for £20. Tel: 01625 423784 Mahogany COFFEE TABLE 42” Long x 16” wide, re-polished £35

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Tel: 01625 432303

3 ladies’ JUMPERS, 36” chest, green. 1 dark grey JUMPER, size medium, with ticket.6 SPORTS SHIRTS, medium size, 2 lemon, 2 white, 1 green, 1 blue. All brand new, never worn. £3 each 2 dark green acrylic JUMPERS. Chest 46” and 36”. Brand new, £5 each. Tel: 01625 612784

Razor E100 ELECTRIC SCOOTER in red (boys or girls). Max speed 16kmh. Aged 8 years + Excellent condition. Hardly used. Comes with original box & instructions. £75 (Bought new last Xmas for double that). Tel: 07834 472546 TROPICAL FISHTANK. L20” (50cm), W10” (25cm), H14” (35cm). Heater, light, filter and gravel included. Requires new pump, but in excellent condition. Tel: 01625 428406 Saracen Dirt Trax SPOTS BIKE, Multi gears, little used and in good condition and Raleigh ex-hire BIKE, also multi geared. £50 the pair Tel: 01625 4323454 5 piece Fortissimo DRUM KIT. Hi hat and cymbals. £30

Tel: 01625 262268

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ELC Child’s PLAY TILL with lots of play money. Makes appropriate sounds/noises £5 Chad Valley CHILDS PLAY SWEET SHOP with play money £3 47 HOT WHEELS PLAY CARS £1 each or £40 for the lot Packet of UNDERLAY (opened, but not used. Sealed down) £5 Chrome BATH TAPS £10.00 6. Moshi Monster BATH TOWEL £2

Tel: 01625 610841

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KLASSIKER beautifully BOXED CD COLLECTION. Make lovely Xmas present. Unused, £28 CHAISE LONGUE with gold embossed velvet cover. Slight damage. £100 Andrew James PASTA MAKER model AJPM015. Unused, £14 Abode STEAM CLEANER ASC3001 blue & white model. Unused, £32 Duronic MEAT GRINDER model MG1200. Unused, £33 2 x Challenge HAMMER DRILL 710W £8 each 8. Tesco DEEP FRYER £9 Cookworks FOOD SLICER. Unused, £17 Tel: 01625 430916

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Yamaha B-Flat CLARINET with case. As new, £200 ono 2. 3-bike CYCLE CARRIER, to fit hatchback. £200 ono WHEELED SUITCASE, size medium £5 4. BATHROOM SCALES £3 ELECTRIC FAN £3 Tel: 01625 616320

SINGLE BED with spare bed stored underneath. The spare bed wheels out, and puts up to the same height as the main bed £50 ono Tel: 07531 927486

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Accountancy and Bookkeeping GMS Bookkeeping 19 Many Happy Returns 20 Pam Hulme 23 Beauty - see hairdressing Blinds and Shutters Carl's Blinds 56 Cheshire Plantation Shutters 45 Jenny’s Blinds 46 Building/Bricklaying/Prop Maintenance Property Renovation R E Armitt 51 Martin Chappell 51 Handyman Services 57 Harewood 51 M&T Maintenance 51 Maintenance Ltd 57 Richard Morgan 51 P&R Groundworks 56 The Housing Co (Macclesfield) 51 Craig Wood 56 Business Services JJ Admin & Event planning 33 Car Care, Repairs & Servicing Cheshire Dent Removal 35 CW Motors 1 Links Automotive 35 Votex 35 Car and Van Rentals and Sales Cheshire Vehicle Rental 1 & 36 Carpets, Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Factory Carpets and Beds 21 JV Services 41 Zap Clean 55 Charities and Charity Shops Sue Ryder 31 Children (including nurseries) Dance Addicts 15 Sunflowers Day Nursery 17 Christmas!! Ivy Cottage Tree Farm 27 Churches Carisbrook Chapel 30 United Reformed Church 31 Cleaning East Cheshire Cleaning 55 Green Man oven cleaning 55 Hanson oven cleaning 55 Happy Cleaner 57 Wild about Cleaning 57 David Band - Window Cleaning 56

JV Services Will’s Driveway Cleaning Computers & Printers Freedom Computer Services PC Pal James Rooney Conservatories - see Windows Copying Services Cranmore Print Decorators - see Painter & Decorator Dental - see Medical Doors and Windows ACE garage doors GEC Window Repair Centre Drain Clearance JV Services Macclesfield Drainage Driveways P & J Groundworks Will’s Driveway Cleaning Driving Instruction David Smith Electrician Daniel Jones Lathams Electrical Contractors Craig Lawlor Entertainment Chris Birdsall music Financial Services - see Legal Food Gurkha Dining Naturally Different Och’a Thai restaurant Simply Scrummy cafÊ & catering Yvonne’s Cakery Foot Care Quickstep Footcare Funeral Services Andrew Smith Furniture including Beds Factory Carpets and Beds Garages Ace garage doors VSF Ltd Gardens & Landscaping Cheshire Tree Felling GH Services (pots and planters) JV Services Macclesfield Landscapes P & J Groundworks

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DISCLAIMER Local People Macclesfield is a trading name of Local People Magazines Ltd who are the Publishers of this magazine. All information in this magazine is published in good faith and advertisements are accepted on the understanding that descriptions of goods and services are fair and accurate. Artwork is accepted on the strict understanding that permission has been given for use in the publication. Whilst all reasonable care is taken to ensure the accuracy of information included in this magazine, we cannot accept, and hereby disclaim, any liability to any party for loss or damage caused by errors or omissions within the advertisements and other content in the magazine for whatever reason. The Publisher does not officially endorse any advertising material included within this publication and any views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of the Publisher. The publication, images and all content remain the copyright of the Publisher and must not be copied or reproduced in any way or stored in any retrieval system of any nature without the written permission of the publisher. The use of this publication for canvassing, direct marketing or any other activity apart from sourcing local goods and services for personal use is strictly prohibited.

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