We are really proud to announce that our very own Helen South based at our Bramhall office has been chosen in a year long campaign by Rightmove to find Game Changing Estate Agents!
Helen has been chosen as only 6 Game Changers across the country in a campaign that saw over 4 million interactions on Rightmove with an Industry busting panel making the final choices.
Well done Helen!
Welcome to the February / March issue of SKCheadle Hulme & Cheadle
Our Events section starts on page 5 and lists both regular events and one-off events. We have a fantastic 6 pages of events this month.
In this month’s Community News Stockport’s Magnificent Mural on the Garrick Theatre is catching the eye. Read the full story on page 32.
We have a couple of great charity’s feature in our Charity News pages - Hearing Dogs for the Deaf on page 22 and a special appeal from the Rotary Club on page 34.
Did you know you can now read all our SK magazines online? Why not look on our website www.skmagazines. co.uk. We are also happy to promote local events via our Instagram account. Follow us at @skmagazines and tag us in!
If you are planning an event and would like us to spread the word, please do not hesitate to drop me an e-mail with the details.
Until next time.
Editor
SK Magazines
Editorial: Angela Burgess
E: angela@semagazines.co.uk
Sales: Simon Hemsley
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T: 07952 005518 www.skmagazines.co.uk
This month
Under the Hammer Page 16
Contents
Welcome - Page 3
Events / News - Pages 5,6 ,8, 10, 12 & 40
Garden Talk – Page 14
Under the Hammer – Page 16
Community News – Pages 18 & 32
Wellbeing Pilates – Page 20
Charity News – Pages 22 & 34
Children’s Activities - Pages 25 & 28
Food & Drink – Page 30
Mind Matters – Page 36
Financial Matters – Page 38
Travel Talk – Page 42
Health & Wellbeing – Page 44
Community Index – Page 46
Interior Design – Page 48
Ad Index - Page 50
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Potential New Members Evening – theatre ‘Tour & Chat Tuesday’ 7.30pm for 8.00pm at Stockport Garrick Theatre, Exchange Street, SK3 0EJ Visit: www.stockportgarrick.co.uk and follow the menu links from ‘get involved’ to ‘join us’. Pick the Tuesday date that best suits you from those listed, complete the form and come along! If you have any questions re ‘Tour & Chat Tuesday’, drop Alice an email: membershipregistrar@ stockportgarrick.co.uk We look forward to welcoming you very soon!
EVERY MONDAY: THE LINDOW SINGERS
Wilmslow Academy Primary School, Handforth Road, Handforth 7:30pm. For more information contact Ann Epton, on 0161 485 2231 or Email: Harry.Epton@ntlworld.com or visit https://www. lindowsingers.org.uk/
EVERY MONDAY: TUESDAY WEDNESDAY LINE DANCE CLASSES
Contact Hartland school of dance.co.uk Ring Liz 07902 882691
EVERY MONDAY: BALLROOM/LATIN AMERICAN.
Sequence dance classes at Manchester Rugby Club Cheadle Hulme, SK8 7NB Contact: Susan Young 07712 069627/0161 437 4735 www.hartlanddance .co.uk
EVERY MONDAY: ONLINE GROUP MEDITATION
Do you want to lift your energy and feel lighter—right from home? 12:00pm Book your spot 1:1 taster (free-of-charge) Contact Amanda on 07863 158479 or email amandachow@superselfhealing.co.uk
EVERY MONDAY: THE ROBINS SINGERS
All welcome, we are a sociable mixed voice choir and sing all genres of music. 7.30pm - 9pm Bramhall United Reformed Church, Robins Lane, SK7 2PE Contact sec.robinssingers@gmail.com Or Michelle on 07765238877
EVERY MONDAY: BRAMHALL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
Presentations, Workshop’s, Competitions. 7.15pm. Bramhall Village Centre, Lumb Lane. New members welcome. Email: info.bramhallps@ gmail.com www.bramhallps.org
EVERY MONDAY, WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY: CHEADLE HULME FITNESS
Contact Penny on 0161 440 8059 or Email: mail@cheadlehulmefitness.org.uk
1ST MONDAY OF EACH MONTH: KNIT, CRAFT AND NATTER at Cheadle Hulme Methodist Church 7pm-9pm. Bring your own knitting, crochet, sewing projects for a time of creativity and chat. Contact: jackiechmc@gmail.com.
2ND AND 4TH MONDAYS OF EACH MONTH: MEMORY LANE at Cheadle Hulme Methodist Church 2pm-4pm. For people with dementia and their carers. Fun time with activities, games, singing and laughter. Contact: jackiechmc@gmail.com.
EVERY FOURTH MONDAY OF THE MONTH: THE TREFOIL GUILD
Further details from Secretary. BramhallTG@gmail.com or 0161 439 7135
EVERY MONDAY & WEDNESDAY: OVER 60’S MEN’S KEEP FIT contact Graham on 0161 483 7631
EVERY 1ST AND 3RD MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH: STOCKPORT PAIN CAFE
Every few groups we invite a guest speaker in and so far we have had talks from a Social Prescriber, a Clinical Psychologist, the Work Well team at Stockport Council and a Physiotherapist. In 2026 we have a Specialist Nurse coming from Stockport Pain service to talk about sleep and mindfulness sessions scheduled in. We are entirely volunteer led by people with Fibromyalgia or Chronic Pain themselves. You do not need a specific diagnosis, you do not need to be referred. Meeting 10.30am-12pm at the Micker Brook pub on Councillor Lane in Cheadle Hulme (SK8 5NU).
EVERY FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: BRAMHALL & WOODFORD SEWING & CRAFT CIRCLE
For more information call Karen on 07860 458260
EVERY TUESDAY:
MACCLESFIELD LIGHT ORCHESTRA
Do you play a musical instrument? If you enjoy playing music and would like to join a friendly orchestra, please contact: Rosemary 01625 529313. 7.45pm in the Salvation Army Rooms, Roe Street, Macclesfield SK11 6UT. www.macclesfieldlightorchestra.co.uk
EVERY TUESDAY:
HEALD GREEN COMMUNITY CHOIR
For fun and friendship at 10-11:30 am, term time St Catherine’s church, Outwood Road.
For fun and friendship at 10-11:30 am, term time St Catherine’s church, Outwood Road. EVERY TUESDAY:
DUPLICATE BRIDGE AT 1PM at Handforth Hall tennis club, Woodlands Road Handforth SK93AW. Contact Cynthia on 01625 530279 or Email c_leigh1@hotmail.com
PLEASE CHECK MEETING IS ON BEFORE ATTENDING
SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: CHESHIRE LADIES LUNCHEON CLUB
Delicious lunch at Bramhall Golf Club , Ladythorn Rd. Interesting speaker and friendly company. Contact Lesley Cox on 07534471782
EVERY SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: EPILEPSY SUPPORT, WILMSLOW
7pm-8.30pm. We welcome anyone with epilepsy (and family/friends) to meet others ‘in the same boat’ for an informal get-together to listen and share experiences in confidence, make new friends and reduce isolation. Whatever your circumstances, you will be most welcome. Ask for Cathy. King William pub, 35 Manchester Road, Wilmslow SK9 1BQ. https://www.epilepsy.org.uk/ support-groups/epilepsy-support-wilmslow
EVERY TUESDAY: BROOKDALE CLUB AND THEATRE FOUR GROUP MEETINGS
For further information Email: BrookdaleYT@outlook.com
EVERY TUESDAY: THE BARNBY CHOIR
8pm til 9.45 at Wilmslow Methodist Church, Water Lane, Wilmslow SK9 5AR Contact Shan Bristow 01625 520194 or email shan@shanbristow.co.uk www.thebarnbychoir.co.uk
EVERY TUESDAY: MAGIC VOICES CHEADLE
Meet at 7.45pm Trinity Church Hall, Massie Street, Cheadle SK8 1DU We are a non-audition, open choir. Contact Mike at mike@magicvoices.co.uk
EVERY TUESDAY: THE DAYTIME SINGERS
The Daytime Singers are fun and friendly community singing groups run by charismatic, Mancunion musician. John Blaylock. First session is free then to become a member is just £20 a month. There are also permanent free places on offer for those in need. Wilmslow - United Reformed Church, Chapel Ln, SK9 1PR 9.3011.00amHeald Green - Village Hall, Outwood Rd, SK8 3JL 11.30am - 1.00pm Cheadle - Village Hall, SK8 1PQ 1.45 - 3.15pm
You can email John - blaylocklive@gmail.com or just turn up. Facebook.com/thedaytimesingers
EVERY TUESDAY: AFTERNOON SEQUENCE TEA DANCE
2.00pm – 4.00pm at Manchester Rugby Club, Cheadle Hulme, SK8 7NB Contact; Susan Young 07712 069627/0161 437 4735 www.hartlanddance.co.uk
FIRST AND THIRD TUESDAY EVERY MONTH: KNIT AND KNATTER GROUP
For more details ring Jean on 0161 439 8241
2ND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: CHEADLE & GATLEY WOMEN’S INSTITUTE
Contact: 702604316437739 or Email: cazy88@ntlworld.com
EVERY 2ND & 4TH TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: STOCKPORT SYMPHONIC SOUNDS
Contact Liz Pennington on 0161 439 7484 or Diana Oldfield on 0161 439 9219 for more details
FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: BRAMHALL AND CHEADLE HULME FLOWER CLUB.
At the All Saints Parish Rooms. From 2pm. Nov, Dec, Feb, March & April. And 7pm . May, June, July & Sept. Contact - 0161.439.2023.
2ND AND LAST TUESDAYS OF THE MONTH: NIMBLE FINGERS CRAFT GROUP
For more details call Liz on 07967 182641
EVERY TUESDAY AND THURSDAY:
THE DAY CENTRE - FOR OLDER PEOPLE
Provides activities and a freshly cooked 2 course lunch . Transport could be provided. Contact Jane on 07706796471. Grove Lane Baptist Church from 10.30 -2.30pm
FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH: OPEN MIC NIGHT
Instrumentalists/vocalists it’s your time to shine! Hazel Grove Bowling and Tennis Club Douglas Road Hazel Grove SK7 4JG. To book a slot contact Tony Johnston 07809471402 Email tjohnston218@gmail.com
EVERY WEDNESDAY: STOCKPORT BARBERSHOP HARMONY CLUB
We sing as Harmony Revival and rehearse at 7.30 each Wednesday evening at Wesley Street Methodist Church in Hazel Grove and can be contacted via our website - harmonyrevival. co.uk, or by email to info@harmonyrevival.co.uk.
EVERY OTHER WEDNESDAY: STOCKPORT SPEAKERS CLUB
Are you too nervous to speak in public? Is a fear of public speaking holding you back? Are you a confident speaker looking to improve your skills? If so, come and join us at Stockport Ladybrook Speakers Club where you will be guaranteed a warm welcome! We meet fortnightly at The Pinewood Hotel, Handforth. For more information visit www.stockportladybrookspeakers.co.uk or email sixdennetts@aol.com
EVERY WEDNESDAY: LINE DANCING AT BROOKDALE CLUB
Bridge Lane, Bramhall at 1.45 pm.
Details Jean 0161 439 8241
EVERY WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY: LIVE ACOUSTIC MUSIC
From 7.30pm at the Jolly Sailor. 218 Bramhall Lane, Stockport. SK3 8TE.
EVERY WEDNESDAY EVENING:
Scottish Country dancing at Centrepoint Bramhall Email: bramhallscottishdancing@gmail.com
EVERY WEDNESDAYS: (DURING TERM TIME) COMMUNITY CAFÉ
open 9am-1pm serving breakfast and lunches. All Hallows Church, allhallows.cheadle@gmail. com Tel: 0161 428 9121 www.allhallows-church.org.uk
EVERY WEDNESDAY EVENING: BALLROOM & LATIN AMERICAN DANCE CLASSES
Contact Adrian 07709 910256
EVERY WEDNESDAY: THE LAURENCE SINGERS call Cliff on 01625 527204 www.thelaurencesingers.org.uk
EVERY WEDNESDAY: POYNTON ROYAL BRITISH LEGION CONCERT BAND
Rehearse at Poynton RBL, George’s Road West from 8pm - 10pm. New members welcome. Recommended minimum standard grade 5. Contact poyntonrblband@gmail.com for more information.
EVERY WEDNESDAY: DUPLICATE BRIDGE at 7pm at Handforth Hall tennis club, Woodlands Road Handforth SK9 3AW. contact Cynthia on 01625 530279 or Email c_leigh1@hotmail.com
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EVERY WEDNESDAY: CHATTY CAFÉ WITH GAMES
Outside The Box Board Game Cafe have teamed up with the Chatty Café Scheme to combat loneliness and we hold free sessions with volunteers at 12-3pm. More information can be found at www.thechattycafescheme.co.uk/venue/outsidethe-box/ Outside The Box, 34 Woodford Road, Bramhall SK7 1PA
EVERY WEDNESDAY MORNING, POWNALL PROBEX, CHEADLE
We meet at 9.30 am for coffee and biscuits before beginning the meeting at 10.00 am at the Cheshire Line Tavern, Cheadle, SK8 2NZ for a convivial gathering involving a different, lively speaker each week - plus excellent hospitality in the bar afterwards and a lunch at the end of every month. Please see pownallprobexclub.org.uk for further details and contacts.
SECOND WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH: THE ART SOCIETY NORTH EAST CHESHIRE
After coffee at 10.00 talks begin at 10.30 at the The Wilmslow Conference Centre, Total Fitness, SK9 3PE . Contact: membership.northeastcheshire@ theartssociety.org Or www.theartssocietynortheastcheshire.org.uk
FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH: Wilmslow Guild Birdwatching Group, Bourne Street, Wilmslow, SK95HD. All welcome. Contact www.guildlifelonglearning.org
EVERY 1ST AND 3RD THURSDAY PROBUS CLUB OF STOCKPORT SOUTH
contact Chris Ward 0161 483 5174 or e.mail: chrisward@vistech.plus.com
EVERY THURSDAY: BRAMHALL THURSDAY CLUB
We meet in Bramhall Methodist Church from 10-2.30. It’s an opportunity for older members of our community to get together for conversation, entertainment, gentle activities, and a delicious home-cooked lunch. New volunteers with a few hours a month to spare would be warmly welcomed to join our friendly group. Please contact Carol Sargent on 0161 439 1779, or pop in to see us any Thursday.
EVERY THURSDAY: BRAMHALL COMMUNITY CHOIR+.
An advanced a cappella group. Thursday 11am-12pm term time, Bramhall URC.
EVERY THURSDAY: STOCKPORT ART GUILD
Life Drawing. Stockport Art Gallery 7pm www.stockportartguild.comcontact@stockportartguild.com
EVERY THURSDAY: CRYSTAL CHORDS
We are an award winning women’s 4-part Capella chorus based in Stockport. We rehearse at 7.30-10pm at the Stockport Guildhall, 169-171 Wellington Road South, Stockport. New members are always welcome. Contact Laura at enquiries@crystalchords.org.uk for more details or see us on Facebook or InstagramCrystal_Chords
EVERY THURSDAY: (TERM TIME)
Aspire Ballet: Adult Ballet Classes Seated Swans 10.15 - 10.45am. Silver Swans 11am - 12 noon. St Michael & All Angels Parish Church, Bramhall, SK7 2PG. Contact Helen 07800 721124 or email info@aspireballet.co.uk
EVERY THURSDAY: LADYBROOK SINGERS
A friendly choir singing a varied upper voice repertoire. 7.30-9.45pm in the Narthex at Norbury Parish Church, SK7 4RF www.ladybrooksingers. com email: ladybrooksingers@gmail.com
EVERY 1ST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH: CHEADLE HULME U3A MONTHLY MEETING
No longer working full time or raising a family? U3A gives you the chance to develop interests and make new friends in the local area. Find out more about the wide range of groups we offer on our website and attend your first monthly meeting and/or group at no cost. Start 2pm. Contact: Neil Rackham. Email: admin@chu3a.org.uk Website: www.chu3a.org.uk
SECOND THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH (EXCEPT AUGUST): AMNESTY
INTERNATIONAL STOCKPORT GROUP
Contact: Duncan 0161 485 7601
EVERY 2ND THURSDAY OF THE MONTH: AIR-BRITAIN MANCHESTER BRANCH
Guest Speakers 1pm for 1.30pm at Avro Heritage Museum, Woodford, SK7 1QS.
Further details Brian 07940173360
LAST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH: SOCIAL NIGHT AT ALL HALLOWS
Play pool, table tennis or just call in for a chat from 7.30pm until 9pm. All Hallows Church, Cheadle. www.allhollows-church.org.uk
FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH: HEALD GREEN THEATRE COMPANY HOLD OPEN BARS
Contact: Jackie on 07896 600710 FIRST AND 3RD FRIDAY EACH MONTH: STOCKPORT AND DISTRICT SOCIETY OF MODEL ENGINEERS
Meet at 7:30pm, at St Catherine’s Church Hall, Outwood Road, Heald Green. SK8 3QJ, for talks and discussions. If you are interested in model engineering whether experienced or a beginner contact us at info@stockportmodelengineers.co.uk
EVERY 1/2/3/4TH THURSDAY OF THE MONTH (EXCEPT DECEMBER) PHD PATCHERS PATCHWORK AND QUILTING CLUB
Contact: 07761 447063. EVERY 4TH THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH (EXCEPT FOR DECEMBER): RETIRED TEACHERS CLUB
Contact: 0161 4398794
EVERY FRIDAY: FRIENDLY FRIDAYS
Contact: Pam Robinson 07909 903864 or Email friendlyfridaysuk@gmail.com
EVERY FRIDAY: BEGINNERS LINE DANCING CLASS
10-11am at the Scout hut on Fir Road
Contact Ann Robinson 07855015365
EVERY THIRD FRIDAY OF THE MONTH: STOCKPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETY
7.30 pm at Stockport Sunday School, Nangreave Road SK2 6DQ.
Contact: Peter 0161 485 2415
EVERY FRIDAY: MINDFULNESS FOR WELLBEING
All Saints Parish Rooms, Church Road, Cheadle Hulme. 12 - 1pm. More info from Katie Sheen www.soulnutrition.org , katie@soulnutrition.org Tel: 07703 342 781
EVERY FRIDAY:
BRAMHALL COMMUNITY CHOIR
For fun and friendship 2pm-3.30pm term time at Centrepoint, Bramhall Methodist, also
Fridays 12pm-1pm term time at Bramhall URC. Bramhall Beginners’ Choir. Learn how to sing and build your confidence.
EVERY FRIDAY:
ST ANN’S HOSPICE FESTIVAL CHOIR
We are looking for new members. We rehearse on Fridays 7.15 – 9.30pm at Cheadle Hulme Methodist Church. We rehearse for 8 weeks prior to each concert. If you’d like to sing with our choir, send a message to hospicechoir@aol.co.uk
EVERY FRIDAY: CHEADLE HULME AL-ANON GROUP. Run by and for the families of alcoholics. Please phone the Helpline 0800 0086 811 for a Group contact number. Starts 8pm at Quaker Meeting House, 91 Station Road, Cheadle Hulme, SK8 7BG
EVERY SATURDAY: HEALD GREEN LIBRARY STORYTIME.
Contact: 0161 217 6009
Email: healdgreen.library@stockport.gov.uk
EVERY SATURDAY: STOCKPORT ART GUILD
Portraiture. Stockport Art Gallery 10.30am www.stockportartguild.comcontact@stockportartguild.com.
EVERY SUNDAY QUAKER MEETING
11am at the Quaker Meeting House, 91 Station Road, corner of Ramillies Avenue, Cheadle Hulme. Tel: 0161 439 6088. email: cheadlehulmeqm@gmail.com
All Welcome
FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH: THE BROOKDALE CLUB QUIZ NIGHT
Contact: Roger Salt on 0161 439 0371. EVERY SUNDAY: “HUNGRY FOR HELP” Contact: Suzi 07876 152 630. www.oagb.org.uk
EVERY SUNDAY: SELF-REALIZATION FELLOWSHIP
Contact: 07582 406147 for more information or visit www.srf-manchester.org.uk
TUESDAY 10TH – 14TH FEBRUARY: LOVESONG BY ABI MORGAN
7.30pm in the Studio at Stockport Garrick Theatre, SK3 0EJ Love is a leap of faith. A heartfelt story of one couple, told at two different points in their lives. Bookings via website: www.stockportgarrick.co.uk OR Email: boxoffice@stockportgarrick.co.uk
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ENCOURAGING WILDLIFE IN THE GARDEN THROUGH THOUGHTFUL PLANTING
Gardens can play a vital role in supporting wildlife, particularly in suburban and urban areas where natural habitats are increasingly fragmented. By choosing the right plants and adopting a more relaxed approach to garden maintenance, it is possible to create a space that benefits birds, insects, and small mammals throughout the year.
harmful to wildlife. Leaving areas of the garden a little messy can make a huge difference. Fallen leaves and decaying plant matter help insulate the soil, protecting roots from frost during winter. As they break down, they also add natural nutrients, improving soil health and creating leaf mould that benefits plants in the long term.
One of the most effective ways to encourage wildlife is through planting shrubs and trees that provide food and shelter. Shrubs such as Cotoneaster, Pyracantha and Ilex (holly) are excellent choices, as they produce berries that many birds rely on, especially during the colder months. Similarly, small berrying trees like Crataegus (hawthorn) and Sorbus (rowan) are invaluable. These trees not only provide fruit but also offer nesting sites and protection from predators. Importantly, many of these plants hold onto their berries through winter and into early spring, when food is scarce and birds are most vulnerable.
In my own garden here in suburban Stockport, I have seen first-hand how planting with wildlife in mind can transform a garden. Each spring, a wide variety of birds visit, including sparrows, thrushes and blackbirds. Smaller birds are particularly attracted to the blossom of hawthorn and rowan. In May, it is a joy to watch blue tits and robins flitting through the branches, pecking at the flowers and feeding on the insects they attract. These moments are a reminder that gardens are not just decorative spaces, but living ecosystems.
Beyond planting, how we manage our gardens is just as important. Modern gardening often encourages tidiness, cutting back plants early, clearing fallen leaves, and removing dead growth. While this may look neat, it can be
A few years ago, I noticed something unusual in my garden during autumn. Leaves seemed to be moving and gathering in a corner beneath a woody tree. At first, I assumed the wind was responsible. It wasn’t until spring that I discovered the true cause: a hedgehog had collected the leaves and dry litter to build a winter nest. Since then, by continuing to leave parts of the garden undisturbed, we have been rewarded with a growing hedgehog population. Three years on, we now have a family of three hedgehogs, with successive years of hoglets, a wonderful sign that the garden is providing what they need.
Encouraging wildlife does not require large spaces or expensive changes. Even small gardens can make a difference with thoughtful planting and a willingness to let nature take the lead. By choosing berry-bearing shrubs and trees, allowing plants to flower, and resisting the urge to over-tidy, gardeners can create havens for wildlife while enjoying a richer, more vibrant garden themselves.
Sometimes, the simplest acts, planting a tree or leaving a pile of leaves, can have the greatest impact.
Happy Gardening!
Kevin Pratt Home Garden Consultation. With 40 years’ experience, Kevin advises on planting, design and pruning with a visit to your garden. www.gardenconsultation.co.uk info@kevinpratt.co.uk
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Chinese Year of the Horse
On the eve of the Chinese Year of the Horse beware if your wife turns 60 in 2026, writes Charles Hanson.
February 17 marks the start of the Chinese New Year which, in 2026, celebrates the Year of the Horse. Every Chinese zodiac comes with its own mood and personality.
After the slower snake year of 2025, the horse is considered one of the most dynamic and spirited signs in the zodiac.
But 2026 is not just the Year of the Horse.
It is more specifically the dreaded Year of the Fire-Horse, which only occurs once every 60 years.
Superstition has it that girls born in this year, last seen in 1966, are so fiery that they either kill their future husbands or significantly shorten their lives.
So watch out anyone whose wife turns 60 this year!
In Chinese mythology, horses in general were associated with dragons, thought to be capable of flight and able to carry humans to the land of the immortals.
Since then, they have been passed down the generations, with many current owners having no idea just how much they are worth.
Like this rare libation cup found in a garage. Or this blue and white Chinese pot, which was used as a doorstop and known to the family simply as “Aunt Beryl’s vase”, which sold for £800,000.
The reason the
Charles Hanson with a rare libation cup which was found in a garage, image courtesy of Hansons Auctioneers
Think of the equine funerary figures of the Tang Dynasty.
In recent years we have seen some wonderful results for all types of Oriental objects in our salerooms.
A cracked vase kept in a loft, expected to make just £100, sold for £130,000 in our Derby saleroom after it was discovered to be a rare Ming treasure.
It had been inherited by two sisters from their great grandfather who worked in China in the early 20th century.
This is the route – via European tradespeople or diplomats – that many treasures of the East came to our shores.
The vase’s six-character mark dated it to the Xuande period (1426–1435), image courtesy of Hansons Auctioneers
A 15th-century vase, expected to make £100-£200, sold for £130,000 at Hansons Auctioneers’ recent sale saleroom, image courtesy of Hansons Auctioneers
prices are soaring is because China’s growing wealth has created high net worth individuals who are keen to repatriate objects to their homeland and reclaim their country’s past.
So the Year of the Fire-Horse might just be your year. Why not come along to our next valuation at St John’s Church Centre, Church Hill, Knutsford, WA16 6DH, on January 30 from 11am-1pm to discover if you are galloping into 2026.
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A Tang dynasty (618–907) earthenware horse shows the importance of equines, image courtesy of Metropolitan Museum of Art
STOCKPORT CARE HOMES TEAM UP WITH THE COMMUNITY FOR DIY PROJECTS Community
Two Stockport care homes have joined forces with local school children and the community as part of a nationwide initiative to prevent DIY skills from being forgotten.
Residents at Care UK’s Abney Court in Abney Hall Park in Cheadle and Ladybrook Manor in Bramhall, have been rolling up their sleeves and getting stuck into some hands-on DIY – all in the name of sharing skills with the next generation.
As part of Care UK’s ‘Fixer Uppers’ programme, at Abney Court, residents teamed up with pupils from Ladybarn House to upcycle unwanted household items, including wellies, Crocs and even Lego containers. Together, they turned them into plant pots filled with spring bulbs and winter flowers.
82-year-old Abney Court resident, Norma Jones, said: ‘’I really enjoyed spending time with the children upcycling items. Our generation is used to re-using and repairing things before we buy new, so it was a pleasure sharing our knowledge and skills with the children.’’
At Ladybrook Manor, the team held a repair shop-style event run by Marc Ward, the home’s Maintenance Coordinator and Diane Smith, the Head Housekeeper.
During the event, residents and the community were given the opportunity to bring items that needed fixing, giving their belongings a new lease of life. They were joined by the Physio Fit team, who also repaired and replaced the residents’ frames and sticks.
George Hill, resident at Ladybrook Manor, said: “I thoroughly enjoyed the sense of purpose —
everyone working together, sharing skills. It makes far more sense to repair things than to throw them out. In my day, we valued what we had, and I believe it’s important that we continue to do so.”
Zoe Smart, Home Manager at Abney Court, said:
“Residents here at Abney Court have a wealth of skills and life experiences, and the ‘Fixer Uppers’ project has been a wonderful opportunity for them to share practical knowledge in a meaningful way.”
“A big thank you to Ladybarn House for joining us to build the plant pots – it’s been a real pleasure working together!”
Susan Cameron, General Manager at Ladybrook Manor, added: “Our maintenance and housekeeping teams consistently go above and beyond to maintain the care home and support meaningful activities for residents. Their involvement in the Fixer Uppers project has made a real difference, and it’s been wonderful to watch residents build on their talents under their guidance.
Launched to celebrate International Repair Day, the initiative aims to revive traditional repair skills – such as fixing furniture, mending clothes and tackling small maintenance jobs – and champion the invaluable knowledge older generations can pass on while promoting sustainability. To find out more about Fixer Uppers, please visit: careuk.com/Fixer-Uppers www. careuk.com/stockport
CONSIDER PILATES IN YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS
At the start of a New Year you may have included the resolution to get fit, whilst enthusiasm is high, making resolutions that last beyond that initial spark of motivation can be challenging.
If you’re tired of the cycle of cheerfully setting and quickly abandoning your resolutions, what you need is a fun way of exercising that will ultimately help you achieve your goals.
Let’s explore how embracing some of the principles we follow in Pilates can unlock your full potential this year and help ensure you have resolutions worth keeping.
Concentration
control and flow of the movements that are supposed to be taking place throughout the exercise.
Co-ordination
Functional movement patterns are taught to encourage precision and control. As exercise levels progress the complexity of the movement sequence increases. Coordination is excellent mental and physical training.
Flowing movements
Flowing movement provides part of the uniqueness to the Pilates Method. A focus on controlled, graceful and yet dynamic movement should be at the core of each movement. If all the other principles are considered and interrelated then flowing movement should occur as a result.
Pilates requires constant awareness of the movement process. You must be mindful of your body and its movements, otherwise you cease to learn, you just ‘do’.
Relaxation
Focusing on releasing areas of tension within the body before and during each exercise is important as it allows constructive change to occur. Relaxation of overactive muscles through conscious and controlled mobilisation forms a key part of Pilates exercise, thus enabling less active muscles to be recruited and developed.
Alignment
Alignment is the key to stability and correct posture. Maintaining good posture and body awareness encourages the desired muscles to work efficiently.
Breathing
Learning how to breathe properly strengthens the diaphragm which contributes to the relaxation of the psoas (hip flexor muscles) whilst simultaneously activating the core and pelvic floor muscles.
Centering (core stability)
Centering is a dynamic process which relates directly to both the challenge of limiting any unwanted movements as well as maintaining the
Stamina
Pilates builds endurance by ensuring the body is used efficiently. Muscles begin to work more functionally as energy will no longer be wasted and stamina will develop.
Surrounding yourself with a supportive community can be the key to keeping your sights on your goals. Create specific, measurable and realistic goals, like attending two classes a week or mastering a new move will help you stay motivated and prevent burnout.
So don’t delay join a group Pilates class today to help support your New Year goals and a more fulfilling year ahead.
To find a qualified teacher, visit the Body Control Pilates website Jules Hardman Body Control Pilates Teacher www.jules-pilates-alderleyedge.co.uk
HEARING DOGS FOR DEAF PEOPLE APEAL
Hearing Dogs for Deaf People is appealing for dog lovers across Cheshire to become volunteer puppy trainers.
Hearing Dogs for Deaf People trains dogs to alert deaf people to important and life-saving sounds such as smoke alarms, doorbells, and even baby monitors.
When fully trained, hearing dogs not only provide practical assistance to deaf people but also offer lots of love and emotional support and help reduce isolation and loneli-ness, which many deaf people experience.
Trinity Rogers, 25, from Sale, has been deaf since birth, and was diagnosed with a Language Processing Disorder (LPD) at the age of seven. She was partnered with her hearing dog Alvin in 2019.
“Growing up with both deafness and a language processing disorder was a struggle. I didn’t have any friends and was bullied relentlessly at primary school. I felt very isolated.”
“I get tired much quicker than other people because I’m always trying to listen and process what’s been said, while at the same time working out what’s going on around me. With Alvin, I don’t have to stress about my safety. I can mentally switch off background noise and
focus better on speech because I know Alvin will tell me if there is anything I need to be aware of.”
“He also reminds people that I have hearing loss. People are more patient and understanding when they see Alvin with me. People who previously thought I was ignoring them, now understand that I’m actually deaf.”
Volunteering involves taking a puppy into your own home for six to 18 months at a time. We talked to existing volunteer puppy trainer Karen Hardcastle who said “It’s just been the best thing I’ve ever done – to have a dog, to learn a skill, meet lots of people, get out and about, and make a difference to someone else’s life.”
“When I speak to prospective volunteers, the first thing they say is, ‘I’d love to do it, but I couldn’t give the puppy up at the end’. Of course you miss the dog you’ve been training, but a lot of the emotion isn’t sadness, it’s happiness. To give this life-changing gift to someone you don’t know is an amazing feeling.”
If you’d like to find out more visit https://www. hearingdogs.org.uk/how-you-can-help/volunteer/ dog-trainer, or contact the volunteering team directly at volun-teer@hearingdogs.org.uk or 01844 348129.
• Spring tidy up
• Trees felled and pruned
• Hedges trimmed
• Jungle tidy ups
• Fencing
• Flagging
JET WASHING WASHING AVAILABLE AVAILABLE
• New sheds supplied and erected
• Block paving
• Tur ng
• Brickwork
• Old sheds removed
• Gates supplied and tted
• All rubbish removed
• Geo jet washing
Aqua Babies
Monday and Wednesday afternoons. Stanley Rd, Cheadle, call 0161 973 1931.
Acorn Gymnastics Walking - 4 years.
Preschool gymnastics sessions based in Cheadle Hulme. Check the website for available session times and to book. www.acorngymnastics.co.uk 07942-356-589
Classes in Poynton, Hazel Grove & Parrswood at local venues or in your own home. Baby Massage & More is a lovely way to enhance your bond with your baby, aid relaxation and sleep, relieve colic and constipation and meet new friends. Postnatal Yoga with your baby to regain your strength and shape one day at a time, whilst having yoga fun with your baby. Babies welcomed with all their moods and states. Pregnancy Yoga and birth preparation also available. Contact Suzanne.wild@ lushtums.co.uk or www.lushtums.co.uk
Baby Chat
Thursdays 10.30 - 11.45am £1.50 per family (mums/ dads with babies upto crawling/12 months) at Cheadle Hulme Methodist Church. Contact church office on 0161 485 1605.
Baby Massage
Learn to massage your baby at a time and place to suit you. 5 week 1:1 or group courses in your own home or in venues in and around Cheadle. Contact Suzanne for more information on 07738-564666. www.babymassagetime.com
Baby Sensory Development Classes
The award winning baby development classes run Monday – Friday at various times from their dedicated and bespoke centre in Cheadle Hulme precinct. For more information please contact Natalie on stockport@babysensory.co.uk or visit their website www.babysensory.com/stockport for class availability and times.
Baby Signing
The Babysign Teacher runs classes and free taster sessions at various venues. For details visit our website: www.thebabysignteacher.co.uk, email: carolyn@thebabysignteacher.co.uk or call: carolyn on 07528 262142. Be amazed by how much your baby could tell you before they can talk!” Bond & Burn
Fitness fun for parents, babies & little ones. 11.15am every Monday. Festival Hall, Alderley Edge. For booking visit www.bondand burn.co.uk
Cheadle Library Storytime
Thursdays at 2.00pm to 2.30pm Sharing stories, sharing books. A wonderful opportunity for children and their parent/carers to meet together on a weekly basis to share stories and rhymes in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Suitable for pre school children E: cheadle.library@stockport.gov.uk.
Drama (5-7’s)
Saturdays 1.15pm-2pm.Starlight Performing Arts Academy CIC, Bramhall Moor Lane, (opp Stepping Hill Maternity Hospital) SK7 5AA. T 0161 439 8009 or 07515 397715. www.starlightperformingarts.t83.net
Jo Jingles
Jo Jingles classes are carefully structured. Each week different educational themes are introduced using well-known nursery rhymes and action songs. Mondays 9.30am - Under 2s and 10.30Over 2s. Wednesdays 9.25am - Over 2s and 10.20 - Under 2s at Bramhall Methodist Church, Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall. Call Laura on 0161 431 0674/07983513491 to book yoru place.
Little Fishes Toddler Group
Fridays 9.30-11.30 in Emmanuel Church Hall, Turves Road. Cost £1.50. contact 01614851154
Litte Superstars Sports Club
Trinity Gardens, Davenport. Mornings and afternoons. Louise 07904 311552.
Little Glow - Sensory classes
Sensory classes for early years. Mondays 10-11am, St Peter’s Parish centre, Hazel Grove. Bramhall. thelittlesensory.co - Contact Laura - 07894278396
Little MessSensory classes for early years. Tuesday 10.3011.30am, Hazel Grove Bowling and Tennis club & Fridays, 10-11am Woodford community centre.
Little Rews parents and toddlers (0-4year olds)
Thursdays 9-11 during term time in St Andrews Cheadle Hulme hall. Cost £1.50 per carer. Contact children@standrewscheadlehulmeorg.uk
My Sen Den
Inclusive Sensory Stay & Play – on the 1st Tuesday of the month 10.30-12 at Benja Fold, Bramhall. Different sensory toys each session for fine and gross motor fun. Email for more information and to book. E: info@mysenden.co.uk W: www.mysenden. co.uk
MummyFIT
Bring your baby along & join in a fun workout designed for pre and post natal mums. (10+ classes per week) Contact: Jen: 07944737245
Are you a parent exploring orthodontic options for your teenager? Fixed braces remain one of the most effective and reliable solutions for straightening teeth and correcting bite issues in teenagers and young adults. At our dental practice, we offer expert fixed brace treatments tailored specifically for teenagers, ensuring they achieve a healthier, more confident smile.
Here at Cheadle Hulme Dental & Cosmetics, we are committed to looking after your oral health, and preventing dental problems transforming into bigger issues. We have had another successful year, winning two Global Healthcare Awards; Best Dental Practice UK and the Patient Care Excellence Award. We also received a Highly Commended Award at the 2025 Stockport Business Awards for Employer of the Year.These accolades have given us an incredible reputation in the area for our quality of patient care, and an assurance for those who are choosing us for their dental work, or signing up to our membership plans.
Unlike removable aligners, fixed braces work consistently to move teeth into their ideal positions, making them especially effective for more complex orthodontic cases. Also, because brackets are bonded permanently, treatment progresses steadily without reliance on remembering to wear removable devices. Your teen will even get to wear them in their favourite colour!
Fixed Braces for Teens at Cheadle Hulme
NEW YEAR, NEW YOU
As you can see, fixed braces produce amazing smile transformations (these are all cases from younger patients)
The New Year is a great time to detox, make resolutions and have a fresh start. So why not make 2026 the year that you commit to an improved oral health routine? Improved dental care isn’t usually high up on people’s lists of New Year’s resolutions. However, at Cheadle Hulme Dental, we believe it should be! We are trying to spread the word that good dental hygiene practices should actually include 2 hygiene visits and 2 check-ups with a dentist every year.
Fixed braces for teenagers are an effective and reliable way to correct dental and bite issues, helping your teen achieve a beautiful, functional smile that lasts a lifetime.
We offer membership packages from just £19.50 per month, which includes the 4 routine visits every year, plus 20% off treatments. Subscribing to this will save you money as well as ensuring you attend your essential routine appointments. However, it is not necessary to be part of a plan.You can book in anytime for routine or cosmetic treatments, as we offer high end dentistry in our beautiful clinic on an ad-hoc basis too, you don’t even need to be registered with us. Appointments can be arranged quickly, and are available late evenings and Saturdays.
If you’re considering orthodontic treatment for your teen, contact our practice today for a consultation. We’re here to guide you through every step and help your teenager enjoy the confidence of a radiant smile, and with the added benefit of no long waiting lists.
Contact our friendly team on 0161-486-0743 if you require any further information.
Contact us to find out more, or visit us for a complementary consultation and make 2026 the year you make your dental health top priority and part of your New Year’s resolutions list!
Cheadle Hulme Dental & Cosmetics, Cheadle Hulme
Cheadle Hulme Dental & Cosmetics, 20a Sta Cheadle Hulme,
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Are you a parent exploring orthodontic options for your teenager? Fixed braces remain one of the most effective and reliable solutions for straightening teeth and correcting bite issues in teenagers and young adults. At our dental practice, we offer expert fixed brace treatments tailored specifically for teenagers, ensuring they achieve a healthier, more confident smile.
New Year New Skin at Cheadle Hulme Dental & Cosmetics
Medically trained practitioners are the only way to go when it comes to choosing your facial aesthetics provider.That is why we are delighted to have Dr Suzie on our team; an amazing dentist who specialises in facial aesthetics. Our fantastic skincare specialist provides a wide range of treatments, including:
n Anti-wrinkle injections
n Skin rejuvenation treatments, including Polynucleotides
Fixed Braces for Teens at Cheadle Hulme Dental
Fixed Braces for Teens at Cheadle Hulme Dental
Are you seeking to rejuvenate your appearance and boost your confidence in 2026?
As you can see, fixed braces produce amazing smile transformations (these are all cases from younger patients)
As you can see, fixed braces produce amazing smile transformations (these are all cases from younger patients)
n Dermal fillers to restore volume in facial lines, lips, jawline, tear troughs, cheeks and also the nose for non-surgical rhinoplasty
n Radiesse, a dermal filler with skin boosting benefits
n Microneedling with the revolutionary SkinPen device
Unlike removable aligners, fixed braces work consistently to move teeth into their ideal positions, making them especially effective for more complex orthodontic cases. Also, because brackets are bonded permanently, treatment progresses steadily without reliance on remembering to wear removable devices. Your teen will even get to wear them in their favourite colour!
Are you a parent exploring orthodontic options for your teenager? Fixed braces remain one of the most effective and reliable solutions for straightening teeth and correcting bite issues in teenagers and young adults. At our dental practice, we offer expert fixed brace treatments tailored specifically for teenagers, ensuring they achieve a healthier, more confident smile. Unlike removable aligners, fixed braces work consistently to move teeth into their ideal positions, making them especially effective for more complex orthodontic cases. Also, because brackets are bonded permanently, treatment progresses steadily without reliance on remembering to wear removable devices. Your teen will even get to wear them in their favourite colour!
If you’re ready to refresh your appearance and regain confidence, our clinic offers expert facial aesthetics tailored to your needs. Book an initial consultation with Dr Suzie today, and discover how subtle enhancements can make a significant difference.
WRINKLE REDUCTION
Fixed braces for teenagers are an effective and reliable way to correct dental and bite issues, helping your teen achieve a beautiful, functional smile that lasts a lifetime.
If you’re considering orthodontic treatment for your teen, contact our practice today for a consultation. We’re here to guide you through every step and help your teenager enjoy the confidence of a radiant smile, and with the added benefit of no long
Fixed braces for teenagers are an effective and reliable way to correct dental and bite issues, helping your teen achieve a beautiful, functional smile that lasts a lifetime. If you’re considering orthodontic treatment for your teen, contact our practice today for a consultation. We’re here to guide you through every step and help your teenager enjoy the confidence of a radiant smile, and with the added benefit of no long
Contact our friendly team on 0161-486-0743 if you require any further information.
Contact our friendly team on 0161-486-0743 if you require any further
SIntroducing a world of pre school football. Join the miniature recruits, enter the goaliverse, and earn the super power stickers. Classes MondayThursday mornings in Bramhall, Cheadle Hulme, Heald Green & Poynton. Please visit our website for further details 8by8football.co.uk or contact Alex Brown on 07853 273578.
K@STA (R to year 6)
Every Friday 5.30 to 7pm for primary school children. St Andrews Church, Cheadle Road, Cheadle Hulme SK8 5ET. £1 per child. No need to book. Contact 0161 291 9134 or children@standrewscheadlehulme.org.uk
Pre-School Swimming
Monday 1.15-1.45pm and Friday 11.30-12pm. Hazel Grove Baths, Jackson Lane, Hazel Grove. Call 0161 439 5221.
Rhythm & Rhyme
Wednesday mornings at Cheadle Library & Friday mornings. St Michael’s Parish Hall, St Michael’s Avenue, Bramhall. Call Melanie on 0161 860 0911.
Rhythm Time
We offer multi-sensory, exciting, structured classes with Makaton signing. Join the fun! For babies & preschool children. Thursday mornings, Bramhall 4th Scout Hut, 67 St Michael’s Avenue SK7 2PG. chantelle.s@rhythmtime.org
Call 07563 388111 or visit rhythmandrhyme.co.uk
Rhythmic Rascals Dance Classes 3-4yrs
Pre-school dance classes in ballet, tap and modern Sophie Dee School of Dance, 07799 750 575. info@ sophiedeeschoolofdance.co.uk
Trinity Toddler Group
Mondays 9.30-11.30am. Term time only. Becky 07773 865925. Trinity Church Holiday Club 18th–21st August 10am - 12 noon Tel: 0161 428 7463. Trinity Church, Massie Street, Cheadle, SK8 1BP. Street Dance 4yrs + Tuesdays, Scout hut, Oak Avenue, Cheadle Hulme. Sophie Dee School of Dance, 07799 750 575. info@ sophiedeeschoolofdance.co.uk
Sweet Pea Play - indoor and outdoor provision
0-5+years. Stay & Play sessions - loose parts and curiosity approach to learning through play. Middlewood house, Higher Poynton. Tuesday 10-11.30 am £12 per adult & child (includes adult hot drink) £5 per additional adult/child Contact us to book a place email -sweetpeaplay@outlook.com
Facebook – sweetpeaplay
Toddler Group
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 9.15 – 11.45am Grove Lane Baptist Church, Pingate Lane South, Cheadle Hulme call Sandy on 0161 485 2354.
Toddlers
Wednesdays 10.30 - 11.45am, £2 per family (any pre school families welcome) at Cheadle Hulme Methodist Church. Contact church office on 0161 485 1605.
for 2-18 year olds taught by industry professionals. Contact Principle Hannah 07738 16423.
CookieTots
The United Reform Church, Bramhall. Mornings during term time only. Call Nikki on 07976 619648.
Jo Jingles
Jo Jingles classes are carefully structured. Each week different educational themes are introduced using well-known nursery rhymes and action songs. Mondays 9.30am - Under 2s and 10.30Over 2s. Wednesdays 9.25am - Over 2s and 10.20 - Under 2s at Bramhall Methodist Church, Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall. Call Laura on 0161 431 0674/07983513491 to book yoru place.
Toddler Sense Classes
Adventure play and multi-sensory activities for children aged 13 months - 4 years. Classes are held at Cheadle Hulme United Reformed Church, Swann Lane on Tuesdays and Trinity Methodist Church, Davenport on Fridays. Free taster sessions are available.Contact Jill stockport@toddlersense.co.uk or on 07496 448747 www.babysensory.com/en/toddlerclassdetails/ Stockport
Wobblers
Fridays 10.30 - 11.45am £1.50 per family (mums/ dads/carers with cruising/crawling babies upto 24 months) at Cheadle Hulme Methodist Church. Contact church office on 0161 485 1605.
If you are interested in attending any of these activities please phone first to check the details.
The Februaryperfectrecipe
CHICKEN IN A POT WITH BUTTER BEANS. SERVES 4
At this time of year I want something hearty but light (normally dieting after the excesses of Christmas!). This dish fits the bill beautifully and it’s incredibly low stress. The method is a mixture of frying and poaching which means the chicken will be very juicy but also have lovely crisp skin. Apologies to anyone giving Veganuary a go.
8 Chicken Thighs
3 tblsps vegetable oil
1 small onion
6 garlic cloves skin on but squashed
300ml chicken stock
Sprigs of thyme (about half a packet)
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
300g spinach washed (any larges stalks removed)
1 x 400g butter beans including their juice. Salt the chicken pieces and leave for 10 minutes while you get the rest of the ingredients ready.
In a large shallow casserole dish put the vegetable oil over a medium heat. Place the
chicken pieces in skin side down and leave to cook for about 15 minutes. Don’t move them or you’ll tear the skin. After about 8 minutes add the garlic and onion around the chicken.
When the 15 mins are up the skin should be lovely and crisp. Turn the pieces over and pour in the water ensuring that the water just comes up to the skin not covering it. Add the thyme and lemon zest and leave to simmer for 10 minutes.
Lift the cooked chicken to a warmed plate and reduce the heat to low medium. Put the spinach into the pan with the butter beans on top. Leave to warm up and wilt for a few minutes. Return the chicken to the pan keeping the skin still above the broth. Warm through for about 5 minutes before stirring through the lemon juice.
Serve with crusty bread to mop up all the juices.
‘HOLLYWOOD of the NORTHSTOCKPORT’.
If you’ve travelled along the A6 (towards Hazel Grove) in the last month or so, either on foot or in a vehicle, you may have noticed a vibrant new addition to the Stockport skyscape. Stockport Garrick Theatre (the oldest ‘Little Theatre’ in the UK), is brimming with pride once more as the building now boasts a bold, magnificent, multi-themed, mural!
Bringing the spirit of theatre to life, whilst celebrating the creativity of the community and the magic of live performance, in all its forms, was not an easy task. However, New Zealand born artist ‘Captain Kris’ (www.captainkris.com) came to the rescue, and ‘Hollywood of the NorthStockport’ became a reality!
exterior, to one that not only truly reflected the energy and dynamics hiding within it, but highlighted the broad heritage and shared history of the artistic community throughout Stockport.
Having successfully completed Phase 1, ‘Captain Kris’ will shortly begin the next stage of the theatre’s transformation on the upper A6 section, along with Exchange Street. The Garrick will then continue the renovation of the remaining exterior areas. Once completed, there will be no doubt that Stockport Garrick Theatre and Stockport are seen to be truly alive, thriving and open to all!
In the spring of this year Stockport Garrick Theatre Limited and Totally Stockport (www.totallystockport.co.uk), had joined forces in a bid to search for an artist who could help restore and revive what was admittedly a tired
In essence, ‘little theatre status’ implies a commitment to community arts and artistic exploration outside the mainstream commercial theatre industry. In the UK, the Little Theatre Guild specifically comprises independent amateur theatres that own or lease their own premises.
Delivering more for our elders at Cheadle Manor
Local care home Cheadle Manor is now part of the Lovett Care family. United by one purpose, Lovett is committed to creating homes where every person feels valued, cared for and free to live life with warmth and dignity. Life at Lovett is about filling each day with meaning, companionship and the moments that make life brighter. Lovett homes are vibrant communities where elders, their families and the Lovett care teams come together to share experiences and create memories. For further information on Cheadle Manor, please visit lovettcare.co.uk.
BLITHE SPIRIT by Noel Coward
BLITHE SPIRIT by Noel Coward
6 - 13 SEPTEMBER 2025
6 - 13 SEPTEMBER 2025
Main Stage 1984 by George Orwell
Main Stage 1984 by George Orwell
Adapted by Nick Hern
Adapted by Nick Hern 18 - 25 OCTOBER 2025
18 - 25 OCTOBER 2025
Main Stage THE PILLOWMAN by Martin McDonagh 11 - 15 NOVEMBER 2025
Main Stage THE PILLOWMAN by Martin McDonagh 11 - 15 NOVEMBER 2025
Studio
Studio
THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS
Kenneth Grahame
THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS by Kenneth Grahame
Adapted by Alan Bennett
Adapted by Alan Bennett 29 NOVEMBER - 6 DECEMBER 2025
29 NOVEMBER - 6 DECEMBER 2025
Main Stage
Main Stage
FANTASTIC MR FOX
Roald Dahl
FANTASTIC MR FOX by Roald Dahl
Adapted by David Wood
Adapted by David Wood 12 - 13 DECEMBER 2025
12 - 13 DECEMBER 2025
Main Stage (Youth Theatre)
Main Stage (Youth Theatre)
PRESSURE
PRESSURE by David Haig 17 - 24 JANUARY 2026
David Haig
17 - 24 JANUARY 2026
Main Stage LOVESONG by Abi Morgan 10 - 14 FEBRUARY 2026
Main Stage LOVESONG by Abi Morgan 10 - 14 FEBRUARY 2026
Studio BRAINSTORM by CompanyThree 19 - 21 FEBRUARY 2026
Studio BRAINSTORM by CompanyThree 19 - 21 FEBRUARY 2026
Main Stage (Youth Theatre)
Main Stage (Youth Theatre) THE LYING KIND by Anthony Neilson 21 - 28 MARCH 2026
THE LYING KIND by Anthony Neilson 21 - 28 MARCH 2026
Main Stage CLOSER by Patrick Marber 21 - 25 APRIL 2026
Main Stage CLOSER by Patrick Marber 21 - 25 APRIL 2026
Studio
Studio
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Music by Alan Menken
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
Music by Alan Menken
Lyrics and book by Howard Ashman 16 - 23 MAY 2026
Lyrics and book by Howard Ashman 16 - 23 MAY 2026
Main Stage
Main Stage
STOCKPORT GARRICK THEATRE
STOCKPORT GARRICK THEATRE
The oldest 'Little Theatre' in the UK
The oldest 'Little Theatre' in the UK
We are a group of volunteers with a passion for theatre, who come together to put on plays. Help us to maintain quality theatre in Stockport by becoming a member and getting involved.
We are a group of volunteers with a passion for theatre, who come together to put on plays. Help us to maintain quality theatre in Stockport by becoming a member and getting involved.
Get your children and teens involved in the Youth Theatre. Our Youth Theatre covers all ages.
Get your children and teens involved in the Youth Theatre. Our Youth Theatre covers all ages.
Website: www.stockportgarrick.co.uk
Website: www.stockportgarrick.co.uk
Tickets and Season Tickets: boxoffice@stockportgarrick.co.uk
Tickets and Season Tickets: boxoffice@stockportgarrick.co.uk
BRAMHALL & WOODFORD ROTARY CLUB - INTERNATIONAL APPEAL
All UK Rotary Clubs are part of Rotary International and are committed to helping people who are less fortunate across the world. The Bramhall and Woodford Rotary Club along with clubs from Congleton, Douglas (on the Isle of Man) and Blythe Bridge are currently raising funds to help a special needs school called St Francis de Sales just outside the town of Jinja in Uganda.
Culturally, children in Uganda with disabilities are commonly viewed as something shameful and are often hidden away from their communities. They rarely attend school and often suffer trauma; many girls become pregnant at a young age, and boys become unskilled impoverished farm workers before reaching their teens. Most children with disabilities are cared for by single mothers, as often fathers abandon their responsibilities. Yet these children have great potential to learn and, with support, do become productive, self-sufficient adults.
St. Francis de Sales is the only school in a 50mile radius specialising in helping children with the most common problems which are loss of hearing or sight and birth trauma resulting in cerebral palsy or brain injury. There are three times as many children with special educational needs in Uganda compared to the UK, yet,
despite the obvious need for support, Uganda has no social security and no child benefit, which means that families with children who are disabled must fend for themselves.
Consequently, the school receives no state support. Most schools in Uganda have large class sizes and charge fees but this doesn’t work for kids with disabilities. As a result, most children who are deaf, blind, have downs syndrome or cerebral palsy never go to school.
St. Francis de Sales requires improvements in facilities and equipment, mainly to help the kids have a safe night’s sleep, with beds and mosquito nets and this where this Rotary collaboration is stepping in.
We are hoping to provide: -
Mechanical well drilling
New storage and shelves
£3,800
£1,500
New Desk Furniture (15 triple desks) £1,500
Restock sick bay with medicines and malaria test kits
Repair of an ambulance
£1,000
£850
Along with 100 Mosquito nets, 20 mattresses, 10 Metallic bunk beds, 3 Extra-large cooking pans and 6 reams of braille paper per year. Bring the total to just over £11k.
The future is bright for these children. They don’t need to be looked after for all their lives, and if supported can become productive, hardworking adults. Supporting this Rotary initiative will give them this chance.
Please donate at www.bwrotary.org (Quote Uganda) or go to https://gofund.me/0df974c80
Mindset Advice FEBRUARY & MARCH CAN BE THE PERFECT TIME FOR CHANGE
January often feels like the longest month of the year… and it never quite delivers the transformational change that society expects.
New Year’s resolutions may as well be written on pre shredded paper, to save everyone the bother of disposing of them once they fail.
So, once February arrives; the gym memberships have gone unused, the restrictive diets have fallen apart, the resolutions have failed and thankfully, people have stopped taking about the pointless 3 day fast they’ve just done.
So don’t worry if your year is not going to plan so far… you are not alone.
The New Year’s resolution circus is nothing but arbitrary calendar pressure, destined to fail. We will make changes when we are ready to make them and that could be on any day of any year of our life.
All that being said, it is clear to me that February and March can make change more likely to stick. The days are stretching longer, there’s a subtle shift in energy, new life is starting to appear and there’s far less pressure upon us than in January.
Humans don’t need perfect conditions to make changes of course, we’re sophisticated enough to run in winter, eat nutritious food all year-round, and commit to better sleep regardless of the season. But there is no doubt, as the months roll by it gets easier.
The key cornerstones of good health are physical fitness, nutrition, sleep, and mental health and they are all interconnected. Once we start to address them collectively and in a sustainable way, we get to enjoy the synergies that emerge. Here’s What You Can Do
n Morning daylight exposure - Get outside within 30 minutes of waking, even for five minutes. Natural light regulates your circadian rhythm, improving both alertness during the day and sleep quality at night.
n Move your bodyThree 10-minute bursts woven into your day beats the hour-long gym session you keep postponing. Take the stairs, walk during lunch, do press-ups or squats in your office, it all adds up.
n Sleep effectively - There are many sleep tips on my website www.niosleep. com, so please go and read them. We need 7-9 hours a night and it’s non negotiable for mood, energy and cognitive function. Establish a sleep routine that works for you and then build your life around it.
n Protein with every meal – This stabilises blood sugar, reduces cravings, and supports recovery. Aim for 25-30g per meal as a minimum and 1-2g per day per kilo of body weight.
n Adequate hydration – Most people operate chronically dehydrated. Two litres per day is the average we need. Poor hydration mimics fatigue and impedes mental clarity.
n Stop making excuses! It’s not too cold for salad. It’s not too dark to exercise. It’s not the wrong season to start. These are stories we tell ourselves to avoid taking action.
There is never a totally “right time”, and the perfect conditions for change may never arrive, but Spring is about as good as it gets.
So now that you have read this, make yourself a plan and stick to it, with the objective being that you never need to “start all over “ever again.
A CLEAR GUIDE TO THE RECENT 2025 UK BUDGET:
What the Latest Tax Changes will Mean for Individuals and Business Owners
The UK’s Autumn Budget 2025 introduced a series of tax changes that will influence how people earn, save and invest over the coming years. While the Government avoided increasing headline tax rates, several structural adjustments mean many households and businesses will experience a higher overall tax burden over time. Here is a straightforward overview of the key changes—and what they may mean for both individuals and business owners.
Frozen Tax Thresholds: Quiet but Far-Reaching
One of the most significant announcements is the extension of the freeze on income tax and National Insurance thresholds until 2031. Rates remain the same, but the thresholds at which you begin paying more tax stay fixed. As wages rise with inflation, more people are expected to drift into higher tax bands—a process often called “fiscal drag.”
For employees this means a gradual rise in their effective tax rate, even without a formal increase. For employers, particularly small businesses, the freeze could lead to higher payroll costs as staff request pay rises to offset the impact.
Higher Taxes on Savings, Dividends and Rental Income
A key theme of the Budget is aligning the taxation of “unearned” income more closely with employment income.
From April 2026, dividend tax rates rise by two percentage points for basic- and higher-rate taxpayers. From April 2027, savings and property income will be taxed at 22%, 42% and 47% at the basic, higher and additional rates.
This will affect investors, landlords, and anyone supplementing their income with dividends from a share portfolio. It also has significant consequences for business owners who take part of their income in dividends—an approach long used to manage tax efficiently. Many small company directors will need to reassess their remuneration strategies.
New High-Value Property Surcharge
From 2028, residential properties valued above £2 million will face a new annual surcharge starting at £2,500 and rising to £7,500. While this targets a small proportion of homes nationally, it will be more noticeable in areas with higher property values. Owners, including landlords, will need to factor this cost into long-term budgeting or rental
decisions.
Salary-Sacrifice Pension Contributions: A Narrowed Advantage
From April 2029, only the first £2,000 of salarysacrifice pension contributions will be exempt from National Insurance. Larger contributions will attract both employer and employee NICs. This is particularly relevant for higher earners and business owners using salary sacrifice to optimise pension funding.
Impacts on Business Owners
Business owners are likely to feel several combined effects:
n Higher dividend taxes will increase the cost of drawing profits from limited companies.
n Rising payroll pressures may affect staffing budgets as employees experience the impact of frozen thresholds.
n Reduced pension flexibility will change the way many directors structure their contributions.
n Rental property investors operating through companies may also see reduced net returns.
Conclusion
The 2025 Budget does not raise headline tax rates but reshapes the tax landscape in ways that will gradually increase liabilities for many individuals and businesses. Reviewing income structures, pension plans and investment strategies sooner rather than later will help households and business owners stay wellprepared as these changes take effect over the coming years.
It is always advisable to seek professional advice from an accountant or tax advisor to ensure that you are fulfilling your tax obligations correctly whilst making the most of any available tax saving strategies and reliefs.
Peter Bevan Bevan & Co, Chartered Accountants peter@bevan.co.uk
FRIDAY 13TH FEBRUARY: CHEADLE HULME GARDENING SOCIETY
Quiz Night - this is a popular evening, enjoyed by all. You are welcome on your own or bring friends along. Starts 7.30pm at the Parish Rooms, Church Rd, Cheadle Hulme SK8 7JB. Between rounds there will be refreshments and a raffle. Admission £5 includes refreshments. www.cheadlehulmegardeningsociety.com
Blueprint by Ned Glasier, Emily Lim and Company Three. 7.30pm on the Main Stage at Stockport Garrick Theatre, SK3 0EJ. Witness a passionate insight of a group of young people trying to make sense of the world, whilst their constantly developing brains hurry to keep up. Bookings via website: www.stockportgarrick.co.uk OR Email: boxoffice@stockportgarrick.co.uk
Doreen Carwithen Bishop Rock - Dorothy Howell Lamia - Florence Price Piano Concerto CLARE
HAMMOND - Bartok Concerto for Orchestra. Philip Ellis conductor. At Stockport Town Hall. Tickets £16/£14/£5 www.ticketsource.co.uk/sso or call 07947 474574. www.stockportsymphony.co.uk
SATURDAY 7TH & SUNDAY 8TH MARCH: SENSATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVALWEEKEND
Join us for a weekend of sensational entertainment on the Main Stage at Stockport Garrick Theatre, SK3 0EJ. This is a community based event that enables creatives to share their ideas through film, music videos or podcasts. Special guest speakers will also share their knowledge and experience. Bookings via website: www.stockportgarrick.co.uk OR Email: boxoffice@stockportgarrick.co.uk
WEDNESDAY 4TH MARCH - SATURDAY 7TH MARCH : BROOKDALE THEATRE PRESENTS THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT TIME
Based on Mark Haddon’s best selling beloved novel this is a murder mystery like no other. A teenage boy embarks on a journey to solve the mystery of a neighbours dead dog. What follows
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is a heart-warming and extraordinary adventure showing the beauty of seeing the world from a different perspective. Winner of numerous awards including 7 Olivier’s and 5 Tony’s the Brookdale Theatre bring this unforgettable play to life. Curtain up 7:30pm at the Brookdale Theatre, Bridge Lane, Bramhall. Find tickets at www.thebrookdaleclub.com
FRIDAY 13TH MARCH: CHEADLE HULME GARDENING SOCIETY
‘Favourite Plant Associations’ - a talk by Michael Myers, a lecturer in Horticulture at Craven Cottage. Talk starts at 7.30pm at All Saints Parish Rooms, Church Road, Cheadle Hulme SK8 7JB. There will be a raffle and refreshments, and an opportunity to ask questions.
Admission £3 members, £4 non members. Call Kate 07796661828 or Gill 07932995302. www.cheadlehulmegardeningsociety.com
SATURDAY 21ST MARCH: THE LINDOW SINGERS SPRING CONCERT
A concert of Songs for Springtime with choir and string quartet. The programme includes Elgar’s Songs from the Bavarian Highlands; songs from John Rutters 11 Anthems andThe Sprig of Thyme, Vaughn Williams Linden Lee, and other springtime songs by well known composers.7:30pm at St Bartholomew’s Church Cliff Road Wilmslow. Refreshments available at the interval.Tickets:£12.50 Students £3. Cash or card on the door or online: https://www. ticketsource.co.uk/lindowsingers. or ring 01625 611124
SATURDAY 21ST – 28TH MARCH: THE LYING KIND BY ANTHONY NEILSON
7.30pm on the Main Stage at Stockport Garrick Theatre, SK3 0EJ A dark farce in which two police officers have one last duty to fulfil before they can finish their Christmas Eve shift; telling the old couple at No.58 some terrible news... Bookings via website: www.stockportgarrick.co.uk OR Email: boxoffice@stockportgarrick.co.uk
28TH MARCH: STOCKPORT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Mozart Symphony No 38 Prague - Strauss Horn Concerto No 1 ANNEMARIE FEDERLE -Beethoven Symphony No 7. Euan Shields conductor. At Stockport Town Hall. Tickets £16/£14/£5 www.ticketsource.co.uk/sso or call 07947 474574. www.stockportsymphony.co.uk
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Seychelles, Maldives or Mauritius? How to Choose Your Perfect Indian Ocean Escape Travel advice
They may all look like paradise — but each of these Indian Ocean icons offers a very different kind of dream. The key to finding your perfect escape lies in what you want from your time away.
The Seychelles
Scattered across the Indian Ocean off East Africa, the Seychelles is a collection of 115 islands famed for their dramatic granite boulders, emerald jungles and pristine beaches. It’s perfect for travellers who crave nature, space and serenity.
Mahé blends lively markets and scenic trails with tropical calm, while Praslin is home to the legendary Vallée de Mai. Then there’s La Digue — an island with no cars and a pace of life that feels timeless. Think turquoise lagoons, slow bicycle rides and beaches so beautiful they don’t look real.
The Maldives
A necklace of 26 coral atolls and over 1,000 islands, the Maldives defines barefoot luxury. Each resort sits on its own island, with soft white sands, dazzling lagoons and often, iconic overwater villas. Days revolve around relaxation, indulgent dining and spectacular snorkelling or diving.
This is a destination for privacy, pampering and romance — perfect for couples or anyone who wants to switch off completely. Getting there is part of the adventure: after a direct flight to Malé, guests transfer by speedboat or seaplane to their island paradise.
Mauritius
Larger and more diverse than its neighbours, Mauritius is a single island bursting with colour, character and culture. It combines golden beaches and turquoise lagoons with rainforests, waterfalls and lively towns.
Here you’ll find adventure alongside relaxation — from hiking in Black River Gorges National Park to kite surfing at Le Morne and exploring markets in Port Louis. Mauritius has broad appeal for families, couples and groups, with resorts catering to all ages and budgets.
When to Go
All three islands enjoy warm, tropical climates
year-round. For calm seas and gentle breezes, visit the Seychelles between April and November, the Maldives from November to April, and Mauritius from May to December for its driest, sunniest weather.
The Beaches
Seychelles beaches like Anse Lazio and Anse Source d’Argent are pictureperfect and often blissfully uncrowded. In the Maldives, every resort boasts postcard sands and crystal lagoons with colourful reefs just steps from shore. Mauritius offers variety — calm coves for swimming, lively family beaches, and dramatic backdrops like Le Morne’s mountain views.
Who It’s Best For
n Nature lovers will adore the Seychelles’ wild beauty.
n Couples seeking romance can’t beat the Maldives’ seclusion and luxury.
n Families and explorers will find endless things to see and do in Mauritius.
Cost and Convenience
Mauritius offers the easiest access with direct flights and excellent value across all budgets.
The Maldives also has direct flights but higher transfer costs. The Seychelles often requires a stopover — but that just adds to the sense of adventure.
In a nutshell:
n Seychelles — unspoiled nature and tranquillity
n Maldives — luxury and romance
n Mauritius — culture, variety and family fun
Whichever you choose, paradise is guaranteed. The only mistake? Trying to decide alone.
Hayley John-Charles Not Just Travel www.hayleyjohncharles. notjusttravel.com/
& Wellbeing MASSAGE MATTERS
Wondering if a massage might help with a sore neck and shoulders or an achy, tired back?
(More than you think)
Everybody knows that a good massage can have a soothing and calming effect, especially if you’re feeling stressed or anxious.
Let’s take a closer look at aging.
Massage has been used for centuries, as an effective way to relieve muscle tension and relax both body and mind. But that’s not all it can do for you, what are some other benefits of massage ?
According to the AMTA Consumer Survey, 67% of individuals surveyed claim their primary reason for receiving a massage in the previous 12 months was medical (41%) or stress (26%) related.
A build-up of chronic stress can impact your health in various ways, physically and mentally. Massage can help you relieve some of that accumulated stress before it overwhelms you. Stress can exacerbate pain, so if massage therapy helps you manage your stress levels, it follows that this can result in better pain relief.
Improved skin tone and circulation
The friction of a massage warms your tissues and enhances the flow of oxygenated and nutrient-rich blood. increasing circulation boosts the delivery of this nourishment to muscles, connective tissues, and skin. This extra nourishment can enhance physical performance and support injury recovery.
Boosts your immune system
Massage also helps to stimulate the lymphatic system, supporting your body to eliminate toxins and strengthening your immune system. It can also reduce the levels of inflammatory cytokines and cortisol in your body, returning it to better balance. Some research shows that regular massage can help to manage symptoms in those with autoimmune diseases.
Relieves tired and stiff joints
Recent evidence supports the effectiveness of manual therapy, including massage, in sports injury rehabilitation and general pain management for those with chronic conditions including Arthritis, MS, ME, CFS, Fibromyalgia.
Post Operative Recuperation
The effect of massage in enhancing blood flow to the tissues surrounding an injury provides the nutrients it requires for repair. It also removes waste products from the site. Massage loosens and works through scar tissue and adhesions, supporting mobility around surgery /trauma sites and compensatory aches/pains/imbalances.
Oncology Support
Working in collaboration with medical team to support and encourage relaxation, helping manage treatment related symptoms such as nausea, aching limbs, lymphodoema as well as Scar Therapy to release tightness from surgery/ radiotherapy.
Relieves swelling/oedema
Lymphatic Drainage massage is a gentle treatment to help reduce swelling in the tissues, commonly occurring in the lower limbs and arms . Many people struggle with Lymphodoema if their mobility is limited, compounding the problem. Massage, along with complementary self care protocols aids the normal flow of fluid to relieve the congestion.
Massage, the Power of Touch, to relax, restore, revitalise, release, rejuvenate and rebalance Every Body.
Sally Triner Massage Practitioner Bramhall Osteopathic Practice
Tel: 0161 440 0298
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Bankswood Treecare is a friendly run business based in the SK area.
We have £5 million public liability insurance and all our work is carried in accordance with guidelines set out in the British Standards for tree works (BS3998).
We follow strict guidelines in relation to birds nesting and roosting or hibernating bats as well as other wildlife, we will liaise with the appropriate authorities if the need arises.
You can be sure that we will not harm or damage the surroundings as we work with complete respect for the environment and the trees themselves. Contact an experienced tree surgeon if you want a quotation, consultation or even advice.
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Useful Contacts
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust’s Stepping Hill Tel 0161 483 1010 www.stockport.nhs.uk
Stepping Hill Hospital, Poplar Grove, Hazel Grove, Stockport SK2 7JE.
Stockport Council Tel 0161 480 4949 www.stockport.gov.uk
Stockport Council, Town Hall, Edward Street, Stockport, SK1 3XE.
Greater Manchester Police For non-emergency calls please contact Stockport West on 0161 856 9770 stockport. westnpt@gmp.police.uk.
Local MP
Tom Morrison (Lib. Dem) www.TomMorrison.org.uk
Local Councillors
Cheadle East & Cheadle Hulme North
Mike Newan (Lib. Dem) 07438475316
Jilly Julian (Lib. Dem) 07537 874318
David Mellor (Lab) 07881586811
Cheadle Hulme South
Helen Foster-Grime (Lib. Dem) 0161 439 4010
Keith Holloway (Lib. Dem) 07881 386347
Mark Hunter (Lib. Dem) 0161 486 0334
Cheadle & Gatley
Graham Greenhaigh (Lib. Dem) 07925 989168
Ian Hunter (Lib. Dem) 07939 501557
Tom Morrison (Lib. Dem) 07398 676809
AROUND CHEADLE HULME
Cheadle Hulme Library
Mellor Road Cheadle Hulme SK8 5AU
E: cheadlehulme.library@ stockport.gov.uk
T: 0161 217 6009
Opening Hours
The Library operates an “Open+” system which allows registered customers access when no staff are present; hours are Mon to Fri 8.00am to 8.00pm. Sat 9.00am to 5.00pm, Sun 9.00am to 4.00pm.
Staffed hours: Mon 10.00am to 4.00pm, Wed 12.00pm to 6.00pm, Fri 10.00am to 4.00pm, Sat 10.00am to 2.00pm, Tues, Thurs & Sun unstaffed.
Cheadle Hulme Post Office
28 Mellor Road
Cheadle Hulme SK8 5AU 0161 485 1357
Opening Hours
9–5.30pm Monday to Friday, 9–12.30pm Saturday
Church Road Post Office
25 Church Road
Cheadle Hulme SK8 7JD 0161 485 3463
Opening Hours
7-7pm Mon – Friday, 7-1pm Sat & Sun
Cheadle Hulme Health Centre
Smithy Green Hulme Hall Road, Cheadle Hulme SK8 6LU
Tel: 0161 426 5844
Cheadle Hulme Medical Group
Bridge House Medical Centre
11 Ladybridge Road
Cheadle Hulme
Cheadle SK8 5LL
Tel: 0161 983 5300
AROUND CHEADLE
Cheadle Library
Ashfield Road
Cheadle SK8 1BB
E: cheadle.library@stockport. gov.uk
T: 0161 217 6009
Opening Hours
The Library operates an “Open+” system which allows registered customers access when no staff are present; hours are Mon to Fri 8.00am to 8.00pm. Sat 9.00am to 5.00pm, Sun 9.00am to 4.00pm.
Staffed hours
Tue 10.00am to 4.00pm, Thurs 12.00pm to 6.00pm, Fri 10.00am to 4.00pm, Sat 10.00am to 2.00pm, Mon, Weds & Sun unstaffed.
Cheadle Post Office
2 Old Rectory Gardens
Cheadle SK8 1BY 0161 428 3040
Opening Hours
8.30–5.30pm Monday to Saturday
Stockport Road Post Office
130 Stockport Road
Cheadle SK8 2DP
0161 428 2990
Opening Hours
9–5.30pm Monday to Friday 9–12.30pm Saturday
Cheadle Medical Practice
1 -5 Ashfield Crescent, Cheadle. SK8 1BH
Tel: 0161 426 9090 –0161 476 2299 (out of hours)
Adshall Road Medical Practice
97 Adshall Road, Cheadle. SK8 2JN
Tel: 0161 491 2292
Dentist
Cheadle High Street Dental Practice
9a High Street, Cheadle, Cheshire, SK8 1AX
Tel: 0161 491 1936
Making our home your home
Situated close to the village centre and benefiting from excellent public transport links, Hillbrook Grange Residential Care Home is a place where you can enjoy full and independent living with the benefit of care and companionship all around you. Our ethos is about creating a compassionate caring and supportive environment, and a fresh lively atmosphere.
ROOMS
We have recently refurbished 5 rooms for respite care which we offer on a weekly basis.
Founded in 1952, Hillbrook Grange is run as a not-for-profit registered charity and is managed by a small team. The team has two key objectives: delivering high quality, long stay, holiday, and respite care in a friendly and homely environment, and provision of this care at cost effective, competitive rates.
To discuss your care needs with a senior member of the Hillbrook team please contact us:
WINTER HOME
Ido secretly love the dark wintery months. It’s the perfect excuse to curl up on the sofa with some great (or trashy) TV or a film, warm comfies covering me from head to toe and I light a candle or two. If anybody comes to the door after 5pm I’m almost disgusted and exclaim “Who’s that?!”, much to my kid’s amusement.
I have spent up at Christmas, fed everybody, cleaned the house enough, as if we always live like that, and now it’s my turn to hibernate.
or some faux flowers (there’s none in the garden yet) and a glass of wine!
Don’t get me wrong, I’m still working in the day and there’s always something or other needs fixing, replacing and always hungry people of a weekend but I long for when it darkens, the heating goes on along with the lamps (never the big light) and I fight for the best blankets with the cat.
You really don’t need much to create a warm cosy décor in the earliest part of the year. You may have some candle gifts from Christmas, gather them together with differing heights, on a suitable tray for safety and add pretty things to set them off – maybe a picture, a little plant
Throws are welcome around the house so that wherever you land there is something close by to keep your cockles warmed. The fluffier the better, but the key is in layering them. Try to keep to similar colours along the dark to light colour chart, or put colours together that work – my current favourite is yellows and pinks. If you have a salmon pink, choose a muted yellow and creams for a calming colour palette. If you’ve more beiges, then you can go all the way to deep tan for a sumptuous feel. For tips and tricks,
follow me on Instagram. If you’d love me to help you, please do get in touch. Sharon.
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Successfully selling and letting properties in South Manchester for over 35 years
WHILE OTHERS WAIT FOR SPRING, YOUR PERFECT BUYER COULD BE WAITING NOW.
A quieter pace can open the door to opportunity, particularly when you are supported by a trusted local agent who knows the area inside out.
Quiet periods can be misleading. Serious buyers do not wait.
At Spencer Harvey, we turn calmer moments into smart opportunities with local insight and personal care, helping your home feel warm, welcoming, and ready to sell.
You will have one dedicated point of contact throughout. No chasing. Just clear advice and a calm, confident plan.
