Inside Hazel Grove & High Lane Issue 49

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Garth Aspinall

Claire Hawker

The cricket season is over and we can look back with pride on the achievements of England and Hazel Grove! But the sun might stay around for a little while longer and we should make the most of whatever fair weather might still come our way.

If you have not yet visited Park House Boutique B & B (or even if you have) book now! There might still be a few places left in September at this hugely popular retreat. If you’re a walker, consider our featured ascent of Bosley Cloud and don’t miss the Bollington Walking Festival (26 Sept to 4 Oct). For other entertainment, such as local music and theatre performances, keep an eye on our INSIDE Guide.

On a different note, we have been working hard to build up our community presence online, using social media to share information about what’s happening in your area. Keep up to date by liking us at www.facebook.com/insidemags, follow us on twitter @insidemagazines and read our magazines online at www.issuu.com/insidemagazines.

Have fun! A guide to selected events in East

Cheshire during September & October

WEDNESDAY 2 SEPTEMBER

Poynton Philatelic Society. We commence our new

2015/2016 season with a display of Romanian stamps

and Postal History by Gordon Hardy. Contact Ron

Phelps 01625 877643.

The Education Block, Poynton Community Centre,

107 Park Lane 7.30pm

FRIDAY 4 SEPTEMBER

The Wellspring Stockport Ltd will be holding a Ladies

Fashion Show & Charity Shopping Event – high street

fashion at 50% or more off! Clothing available to try on

and buy, cash and cards accepted. Tickets £6 including

tea, coffee, cake and biscuits.

For tickets and more information please contact

Pauline Cooke on 0161 427 2763, 07944 549154 or

[email protected]

Woodley Civic Hall, Hyde Road, Woodley 7pm

SUNDAY 6 SEPTEMBER

Facts and Fun Day at the Roman Lakes, in partnership

with the Mellor Archaeological Trust and Friends of Our

Valley. There will be music, food, fun and games as well

as mill tours, displays, and talks by local historians.

Roman Lakes, Marple

SUNDAY 6 SEPTEMBER

Hazel Grove Allotment Association Open Day. Home

Baking, refreshments, jams and chutneys, children’s

activities, plant stall, fruit and veg, gifts, bees, “Ask the

Expert”, garden supplies, tombola. Entry 50p including

free tombola ticket, children free. Wheelchair and

mobility scooter access. Entrances at School Street and

Chester Road. From 1pm to 4pm

MONDAY 7 SEPTEMBER

Mart Rodger Manchester Jazz High Lane Conservative

Club, Buxton Road, High Lane 8pm

TUESDAY 8 SEPTEMBER

East Cheshire NT Lecture – ‘Behind the doors of

Sizergh’, speaker Matthew Brown. St Michael’s Church

Hall, St Michaels Avenue, Bramhall 2pm

WEDNESDAY 9 SEPTEMBER

Disley & District Flower Club. A flower demonstration

by Susan Wareing, Area Demonstrator, entitled ‘Mellow

Fruits & Autumn Mist’. Visitors welcome. Admission £5

High Lane Village Hall 7.30pm

WEDNESDAY 9 SEPTEMBER

Stockport Ladies Speakers Club resumes after the

summer break. We meet fortnightly, visitors and new

members always welcome.

The Deanwater, Wilmslow Road, Woodford 7.30pm

for a 7.45pm start.

THURSDAY 10 SEPTEMBER

Hazel Grove and District Probus Club. Ian Leach on

‘Wildlife on the moors’. New members are welcome and

more information can be obtained from Graham Weaver

Tel: 01625 878228.

Brookdale Club, Bridge Lane, Bramhall 2pm

THURSDAY 10 SEPTEMBER

St Thomas’ High Lane Men’s Forum - AGM & talk by

Terry Browne on “Ernest Shackleton.”

St Thomas’ Church Hall, Buxton Road, High Lane

2-15pm

SUNDAY 13 SEPTEMBER

Navigation for Beginners. Come and learn basic

navigation skills with Cheshire East Council Countryside

Ranger Ed Pilkington on an easy going day. All maps

and compasses provided; bring your own compass if

you wish to practise with it. Suitable for anyone over

16. Booking and payment in advance is essential. Cost

£11.50.

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Information: 01625 383700

Nelson Pit Visitor Centre, Lyme Road, Higher Poynton,

Cheshire, SK12 1TH (SJ945833) 9am to 4pm

THURSDAY 17 SEPTEMBER

The Wilmslow Guild Natural History Society is holding

‘The Delamere Lost Mosses Project’, which is about how

the Mossland habitat can be restored, by Katie Piercy

who is the Cheshire Wildlife Trust Delamere Mossland

Officer. Visitors welcome (£3).

Wilmslow Guild, 1 Bourne Street, Wilmslow 7.45pm

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Cover photo: Kerry and Andrew at Fiveways Fisheries by Garth Aspinall.

Issue 49 - September-October 2015

ContentsInside People 4

Fiveways Fisheries 6

In Touch 11

HGCC News 14

The Walk 20

Crossword 22

simply Books Book Club Choice 25

Children’s Activities 26

Sudoku 28

The Wellspring 29

new season for nCO 30

Puzzle Solutions 32

inside Guide 33

Useful Numbers 37

Classified Index 38

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Frances Sackett was born in Chirk, North Wales. Her father was an engineer with the Forestry Commission and when Frances was 13 the family moved to Newtown in Mid Wales.

A talented singer, Frances won a scholarship to study operatic singing and sang at Newtown Pavilion in a performance of Prince Igor conducted by Barbirolli. She also performed with bands and in a pop group with some local success, entered and won a talent competition and was awarded a recording test at the BBC. Although the test did not lead to a contract, her mother was delighted that while waiting for Frances to complete the audition, she met and chatted to Jimmy Young!

After her O Levels Frances escaped rural life in Wales by moving to London, where she worked in the Bank of England. On finding London life expensive she left to work for the Midland Bank in Shrewsbury where she met her future husband Mark. When her daughters were attending High School, Frances decided to re-enter education, first to study A-level English literature, then to complete a part time degree in English Literature at Manchester University. Frances then spent twelve years working in a Marple bookshop and six years tutoring adults in Continuing Education classes.

Although she had written poetry and song lyrics in her teens, Frances had given up writing until her creative flair was rekindled when she returned to study. She attended residential creative writing courses at the Arvon Foundation and was influenced by the poetry of Philip Larkin. She began to submit some of her work to poetry

magazines and soon many of her poems were being published. Having been successfully accepted by a number of magazines, she then submitted a collection of her work to Seren, a Welsh publisher who immediately accepted it. After 18 months of working with an editor on the collection, The Hand Glass was published in 1996. The book was launched at Dillons, now Waterstones, in Stockport.

Frances also won a £250 prize in the Cardiff International Poetry competition for her poem Bride and has been published in over ten anthologies of verse. Having had over a hundred poems published in small press magazines, such as Acumen, Orbis, The Frogmore Papers and The Interpreter’s House, she is now working on producing a second anthology of her poetry.

In 2013, Frances won the INSIDE magazine poetry competition organised and judged by Gail Ashton, with her poem In the Footsteps of Basho. A founder member of the Marple Writers Group, when not working on her poetry, she relaxes by listening to the music of Beethoven and Sibelius or more modern singers like Annie Lennox.

She and Mark travel widely in Europe and especially love France and Italy and her travels have inspired many of her poems. Mark and Frances also enjoy holidays in the UK especially in Northumberland and North Wales. If her life had not followed the path it did, Frances would have liked to be a journalist, confessing to a love of language and a fascination with words.

Last word from Frances

Technology seems determined to replace books and push language to its limits with text speak etc. But for me, the look and feel of a book is something that would be hard to replace and although screens have their place and we all use them, they can take your eyes away from the outside world.

inside PeopleFrances Sackett

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Students at The Cheadle College and Marple Sixth Form College are celebrating another year of excellent results. This year, A Levels and Advanced Vocational qualification results have maintained an upward trend of success and achievement. Fifty three students achieved either D*D*D* on vocational courses or 3 or more A levels at A* or A.

A level achievement of over 98% and with 39 subjects across both colleges recording 100% pass rates represents significant success in academic qualifications. The 100% achievement in BTEC vocational courses confirmed the college’s national reputation in this area, following recent success in the BTEC nationwide awards, where The Cheadle College and Marple Sixth Form College were voted as the second best BTEC provider in the country from over 800 schools and colleges. Moreover, 38 vocational learners secured a triple Distinction* thus ensuring places at competitive universities, high status apprenticeships, and sought after employment opportunities.

Congratulations in particular to the following students who were absolutely delighted to have not only achieved highly but also secured longstanding ambitions. Emily Whelan from Bramhall will study Law at Durham University having achieved A*A*A and B; Elizabeth Apsley, a former Marple Hall student will go to Pembroke College, Cambridge to

study Natural Sciences after gaining 4 A* grades; Sarah Dracup from Marple, having achieved A*AA is off to the University of Newcastle to study Law; and Beatrice Mather- Cosgrove from Bramhall will also be going to Durham to study French and English Literature having achieved A*A*A.

It’s a double celebration for Chris Leckey who not only gained A*AA but also celebrated his 18th on the same day. Chris, a former Hazel Grove High School student has a place at the University of Manchester to study Classics.

The Colleges’ vocational students have also performed exceptionally well. A remarkable 16 students

achieved D*D*D* in Health and Social Care including William Dawson from Heaton Moor who has secured a university placement for Nursing, a highly competitive degree course for 18 year old students.

However, not all students are destined for higher education, preferring employment. A case in point is Sophie McGuiness, a former Reddish Vale High School student who achieved a D*D*D* in BTEC Travel and Tourism and is already working for Swissport at Manchester Airport, with whom the college has excellent links.

Commenting on this year’s success, Jenny Singleton, Principal and Chief Executive, said “I am absolutely delighted with the College’s A Level and Vocational results. Some of our students will now progress to some of the country’s top universities, including Oxford and Cambridge. For those not wishing to attend University I am delighted that so many of our students have secured excellent employment or apprenticeship opportunities. I would like to pass on my congratulations to all our students and their families and wish them well for the future. I would also like to thank our dedicated staff.’

RecoRd BReaking Results

School Leavers Open Day at both collegesSATURDAY 3 OCTOBER 10am to 12.30pm www.cmcnet.ac.uk Tel: 0161 484 6600

Chris Leckey with Rob Baugh, Beatrice Mather-Cosgrove and Becky Day.

There are times when we all experience great customer service – the kind that stays indelibly imprinted in our memory. Not so long ago, we celebrated a special birthday, at home, with a Fish, Chips and Champagne party. With a clear idea of what we wanted – a party at home for some 40 adults and children - we visited many local chippies in advance of the day, to choose our supply source. There was one clear winner - Fiveways Fisheries in Hazel Grove. Nothing was too much trouble and on the special day we collected a wonderful selection of portions, all perfectly sized and packaged according to our varied needs. Part of our research involved dining in their restaurant; it was such an enjoyable experience that I decided to ‘spread a little good news’.

Andrew Vassiliou and partner, Kerry Anderson are so committed to the business that, although they have been engaged for seven years, they are just too busy to find the time to get married!

This wonderful ‘chippy’ has been in the family since the 1970s when Andrew’s grandfather bought the business ‘over a pint’, at the local Five Ways pub. Andrew’s parents took over the shop, then called The Flamingo, in 1995. Even today, some older customers still refer to it as The Flamingo. Andrew was only a teenager at the time, studying at Macclesfield College, but he was frequently serving behind the counter, gaining experience and getting to know the many regular customers.

In 2008, Andrew inherited the business and decided to re-brand the shop as Fiveways Fisheries but there is an element of logic and nostalgia here. Andrew’s roots are in Bradford, West Yorkshire, where ‘chippies’ are commonly named in this way.

Andrew has very definite views: “A chippy is very British and should be quite different from the ‘roboticised’ fast food formats that we have imported from the States. I think it’s important to be a little ‘old-fashioned’, to engage personally with customers and to know and remember their individual needs. Customers are particular and have a right to be so. Quality also has to be high on our list of priorities. We deal with four different potato merchants in order to ensure best quality chips at all times and source only the finest fish, caught from sustainable fishing areas”.

Kerry joined Andrew as a member of staff in 2008, with a good few years valuable catering experience under her belt. Kerry is similarly committed and passionate about every aspect of the business – the quality of the product, the freshness and cleanliness of the place and especially the well-being of her customers. She also commented on the high morale amongst staff – young people who benefit from the training provided, who work so hard and perform such vital roles within the team. They are really appreciated. On a very busy evening in the restaurant, I noted how Kerry herself worked tirelessly to serve everyone, promptly and with a

Fiveways FisheriesCustomer Service at its Best

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smile, never failing to check that all was well at every table.

The choice of meals is varied, the desserts extremely tasty, the prices very reasonable and the atmosphere warm and cheerful. What more could anyone want? You don’t have to look any further than TripAdvisor to discover their all-star rating. Voted No. 1 in the North West in 2009 and more recently, winner of Best Local Chippy Award 2014 across the Hazel Grove Constituency. Fiveways Fisheries is undoubtedly a business that others seek to emulate.

But as Kerry explained, the business can be quite demanding. A lot of thought, preparation and ‘after-hours’ administration is needed to ensure that everything happens for the best. Over and above the counter and restaurant facilities, they also provide a bespoke service for all kinds of special events - birthdays, weddings etc. and have prepared as many as 100 meals for a single event. In addition, there are many local companies frequently ordering lunches for their staff. The hours are invariably long, but Andrew and Kerry love what they do and can think of nothing that they would sooner do. That’s a great way to do business!

Fiveways Fisheries is open every day, including Sundays and most bank holidays.

Mon & Tuesday 11.30am to 2pm, 4.30pm to 9pm

Weds to Saturday 11.30am to 2pm, 4.30pm to 9.30pm

Sunday 4.30pm to 8.30pm.

Fiveways Parade, 91 Macclesfield Rd, Hazel Grove SK7 6DT Tel: 01625 873017

Fiveways FisheriesCustomer Service at its Best

Stay in a fabulous Georgian Boutique B&B and enjoy a three-course dinner at award-winning authentic Italian ‘La Locanda’ restaurant (two-minute walk from the B&B.) This is the perfect Gourmet Break for only £105 per couple - a truly wonderful experience at an unbelievable price.

Choose your room at Park House Boutique Bed & Breakfast, situated in the beautiful Ribble Valley village of Gisburn, only 30 minutes from the M6 and 15 minutes from M65.

The Guardian & Lancashire Life Magazine have been lavish in their praise of this great B&B: ‘Inside you don’t just get gleaming wooden floors, Farrow & Ball paint colours and luxurious fabrics but a seriously warm welcome’....

‘Great style and an eye for colour have created another reason to visit the Ribble Valley’.

Park House B&B, Church View, Gisburn BB7 4HG

Telephone: 01200 445269

Luxurious GeorGian ribbLe VaLLey escape

HARMOnY ReViVAL’s sinGinG sUCCess FOR CHRisTies

When local barbershop chorus Harmony Revival decided to celebrate its 40th anniversary by raising money for the Christie hospital, not one of the successful singers could have predicted the phenomenal amount they would eventually hand over to the charity this year.

The big-hearted singing group, which consists of 30 members and hails from Hazel Grove, spent last year organising events and fundraisers for the cause - including several singing sessions at Handforth Dean and Sainsbury’s Cheadle Royal. They even donated the proceeds from their 40th anniversary commemorative show, held at Romiley Forum, to the fund. The fruits of their labour were finally revealed as a princely £1,200 which was presented to Stefanie Underhill, the charity’s Community Fundraising Officer earlier this year. Speaking at a rehearsal at Hazel Grove Methodist Church, chairman Richard Barley said: “We are so pleased to be able to hand over this amazing sum of money today to a much-loved local charity. We’re so lucky to have an organisation such as this one literally on our doorstep and we just wanted to help in some way. We hope that the money raised over the

past year will make a difference and contribute to the amazing work that The Christie is known for nationally and globally.”

So what’s next for the charitable chorus? The group is looking to expand in their 41st year - actively recruiting enthusiastic new members to continue to contribute to the community in a charitable and creative capacity. Budding baritones and tuneful tenors alike are invited to join the troupe – with no experience necessary.

If you’re interested in joining Harmony Revival or would like to know more about the group’s shows and charity work, please visit www.harmonyrevival.co.uk

ORGAnisT/PiAnisT ReQUiRed

Hazel Grove United Reformed Church, Short Street is looking for an organist/pianist to play at its Sunday morning services. The service starts at 10.30am and there will be a rota.

Please phone Margaret on 01298 812727 for details

MART ROdGeR MAnCHesTeR JAZZ

In 1986 Mart Rodger Manchester Jazz appeared for the first time at the Dresden International Dixieland Festival, which was followed by a 14-day-tour of East Germany a year later. At the Festival Mart Rodger made good friends with Norwegian clarinet-player, Finn Arnesen, and this resulted in several exchange trips between Oslo and Stockport for the two bands. These concerts were the forerunners for Mart Rodger Manchester Jazz to visit and play in Norway on 36 separate trips.

The Royal Garden Jazz Band will celebrate its 60th Anniversary in October, and Mart Rodger has been invited to join in with them. They will appear in concerts in Oso and Drammen, starting on Friday, 11 October. Needless to say, the Norwegian band was formed when all the musicians were still at school!

See the INSIDE Guide for gig details.

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CHRisTMAs TRee FesTiVAL

This year St George’s Church in Heaviley will host its 9th Christmas Tree Festival from Wednesday 25 to Sunday 29 November. For the first time the event will also feature a few nativity scenes provided by members of the congregation. We expect that there will be over 60 trees, sponsored by individuals and organisations. As usual, there will be performances by local school children and other groups during the five day Festival.

For further information contact Kim Regan on 0161 440 0408 or at [email protected]

For details of the performance programme see the website nearer the time at www.stgeorgestockport.org.uk.

eAsT CHesHiRe HOsPiCe – YOUR HOsPiCe!

It costs £6,500 per day to run it and only 20% comes from the NHS. The remainder has to be raised in various ways – events, dinner dances, coffee mornings etc. In fact any way that you think would be successful.

There are support groups in some areas doing just this and we would like to form such a group in Poynton. If you are interested to find out more, please come along to an inaugural meeting in the Civic Hall, Poynton on Thursday 17 September at 7.30pm. Refreshments provided.

Further information can be obtained from Keith Anderson on 01625 829952.

THe GOndOLieRs

Poynton Gilbert & Sullivan Society presents its annual stage show, which this year is The Gondoliers. The Gondoliers is the twelfth collaboration between composer Arthur Sullivan and librettist WS Gilbert, The Gondoliers (or The King of Barataria) tells the story of two charming Venetian gondoliers, Giuseppe and Marco, who are informed that due to an error of identity when they were young boys, one of them is the heir to the throne of Barataria. They are delighted with the situation and agree to share the responsibilities of governing their new kingdom

until it can be ascertained which of them is which; an intriguing, complicated and amusing plot then unfolds in typical Gilbert and Sullivan style...

The show runs from Tuesday 6 October to Saturday 10 October, nightly at 7-30pm at Poynton Civic Hall (opposite Waitrose). Tickets are £10 for adults, and £7 for children, and are available in advance by e-mailing [email protected] or by phone at 01625 260086. Tickets also available on the counter at MATES DIY on Park Lane as well as on the door each evening of the show.

www.poyntongands.co.uk

disLeY WeA

Please come and join Disley WEA at the Ring O’ Bells Friends Meeting House in Disley this autumn for interesting new classes and Saturday Special Events.

CLASSES

We begin with Literature on Monday afternoons with Andrea Carr, 11 weeks starting 28 September with a free extra taster class on 21 September 2pm to 4pm.

Philosophy - Being Reasonable, is on Tuesday afternoons with Harriet Grimsditch, 11 weeks beginning 22 September 1pm to 3pm.

Art History - An Introduction to Modern Art – 1870 to 1939 with Ian Irvine is on Thursday afternoons, 11 weeks starting 24 September, 1.45pm to 3.45pm

You can enrol for classes at www. wea.org.uk

DAY SCHooLS

Alexander Technique with Jane Osgood, Saturday 3 October 10am to 4pm, Fee £25

Hard Times: The Working Man’s Struggle for the Vote, with Allan Stevenson, Saturday October 24, 11am to 3pm. Fee £15 including tea, coffee and lunch.

Turkey from Stone Age to Bronze Age: 11000 to 2000 BC Day with Michael Tunnicliffe, Saturday 14 November 14, 11am to 3pm. Fee £25 including tea, coffee and lunch.

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Please look out for Disley and Marple leaflets and the WEA brochure in libraries and information centres or go to www.wea.org.uk

For information about booking for day schools or any other queries, please contact Rosemary Broadhurst on 01625 877255.

LeARn TO sinG WiTH HeARBeAT CHORUs

Calling all ladies who love to sing! On 10 October, Heartbeat Chorus is hosting a one-day singing workshop aimed at women and girls aged 8yrs+ and upwards. All levels of experience are welcome. Based in Marple, Heartbeat Chorus was named national champion after winning the Gold medal earlier this year at Sweet Adeline’s Region 31 competition. This has qualified Heartbeat to represent the UK and Netherlands at the world championships in Las Vegas 2016! Following this success we would be delighted for you to come and join us for a day of singing.

Singing in four-part harmony is uplifting and rewarding and you will walk away from the workshop having learned a pop medley! The day will culminate in a show for you to perform to your friends and family. This is the perfect opportunity to sing with a gold medal chorus and to gain inside knowledge on what it takes to sing in 4-part harmony.

The workshop costs £20 for adults, £15 for children (aged under 16) and £4 for those who want to visit for the evening show. The workshop will run 11am-4pm and the evening show will run from 5-6pm. To reserve tickets please email [email protected] or register your interest via our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/pages/Heartbeat-Chorus

We hope to see you there!

As mentioned in the last issue of Inside Hazel Grove, the Under 15s League Finals day took place at HGCC’s Wesley Park ground on Sunday, 12 July 2015.

Four teams made it through to the finals - Buxton, Whaley Bridge, Mottram and Hazel Grove - with two semi-finals and the final itself all taking place on the same day. The T20 style tournament opened with Buxton playing Whaley Bridge, a game held up early in the proceedings by rain and one that was eventually won by Whaley Bridge thanks largely to one destructive over.

In the second semi-final, the hosts batted first and posted what looked at first to be a slightly low score of 89 for 4 from their 20 overs. However some fine bowling and fielding by Hazel Grove restricted Mottram to 75 for 9, meaning a 14 run win for Hazel Grove.

In the final, Hazel Grove batted first and the opening pair put on an unbroken stand of 63 for the first wicket before both batsmen were forced to retire after reaching their maximum thirty run total. This solid foundation paved the way for the innings to finish at 102 for 3 at the end of 20 overs and meant in order for Whaley Bridge to lift the trophy, they would need to score the highest total of the day. Such was the standard

of play by all four teams involved in the finals, this game provided a tense finish with Whaley Bridge needing to score three runs for victory from the final ball of the match. In the end only one run was scored which meant Hazel Grove were crowned champions by the narrowest of margins.

This victory crowned a great weekend for the club, who, just 24 hours earlier, had also won the Best Float and Best Walking Group awards in the Hazel Grove Carnival.

Overall it has been a good year for all our junior sides which have seen both boy and girl players playing for sides ranging from Under 7s to Under 17s. We have also seen a most welcome increase in the involvement and enthusiasm of all parents who have supported the sides this season and for that we send our thanks. The majority of these younger players will still be eligible in their respective age groups for next season as well so the future looks very promising.

Another great success again this year was the annual barbecue (on 4 July) which raised considerable funds for the club and also marked the formal unveiling of our new sightscreens, kindly donated by Sean Byrne of Eastward Logistics on Pepper Road. The club would like to thank Sean for his generosity.

And finally for now, on Friday 23 October at 8pm, the club will be holding its annual autumn fundraising quiz night at the Reform Club on Napier Street. As always the quiz is open to everyone, not just those connected with the club already, and we look forward to seeing as many people as possible for what is always a fun night. Full details can be seen on the INSIDE Guide pages and on the club website.

HGCC News

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Welcome to Amaranth. This is our first article for INSIDE Hazel Grove and we look forward to sharing natural health tips and advice with you over the next few months.

Many readers will already know of our Bramhall store and have been loyal customers over the years, so to you, a big thank you. If you haven’t yet visited, Amaranth is a natural health shop with treatment rooms, located in Bramhall Village. Early this year, our store was awarded Independent Retailer of the Year at the Natural and Organic Awards so we really are your number one (and the UK number one!) destination for everything natural health.

From our shop we sell professional quality nutritional supplements, superfoods and smoothie ingredients (such as wheatgrass, spirulina), Free From cooking ingredients, natural skin and body care (from Pai Skincare, Dr Hauschka, Weleda, Green People and more), gifts (NEOM Organics and BeeFayre) and the famous Fit Flop shoes.

Our knowledgeable team, trained and registered to the highest level in their profession, includes nutritional therapists, acupuncturists, massage therapists, reflexologists, life coaches and much more. We are available in the shop to talk to you about your health concerns including digestion, sensitive skin, eczema, joint pain, stress, hormones and food intolerances; we can advise on all these and many other conditions too. We also provide consultations and treatments in our beautiful treatment rooms above the shop.

We would love you to pop in and enjoy a herbal tea with us. To find out more about our products, offers, events and nutrition tips please follow us on Facebook at AmaranthUK or twitter @Amaranth_UK. Check out our website too, we have over 2,000 natural health products to buy online at www.amaranth-wellbeing.com.

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by Joanne Hill www.amaranth-wellbeing.com

Enjoy £5 off when you spend £25 at Amaranth during September*

*This offer is valid on shop products only, sorry not treatments. The offer is not valid with any other offer and

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Changes to the care system were introduced earlier this year and dubbed “the biggest shake-up for 60 years.” The first parts of the Act came into effect in April 2015 with remaining changes due to come into force in April 2016, however the government has since announced they are to be delayed until April 2020.

If you need care, or look after someone who does it’s important to know how care is changing in the future and how it could affect you, here are some of the key changes.

1. You have the right to a free assessment from your council, even if it thinks your finances are too high or your needs are too low. 2. A national eligibility criteria has been established which means all councils will use this to decide whether someone can get help from them.

Previously the councils set their own criteria. 3. Carers have been given the same right to assessment and support as the people they care for; before, they had to provide “substantial care on a regular basis” to get an assessment. 4. You can defer selling your home to pay your care fees until after your death. 5. Those who pay for care themselves will be entitled to go to councils to get advice and information about the care system. You can ask the council to arrange your services for you, they can only charge you as much as someone whose care they are funding. 6. The council must provide preventative services that could reduce or delay your need for care ie intermediate care at home after a hospital stay.

Further information on the impact of the changes can be found on the government website.

Contact Karen Perry, Founder alice chilton Limited. www.alicechilton.com

tHe care act cHanGes in 2015

Distance: 7.8 miles. oS Map: 268 Wilmslow, Macclesfield and Congleton

The ascent of The Cloud is gradual with the reward of all-round views from the top so try to pick a nice clear day. Bridestones is a Neolithic burial ground (full details found on Google).

The walk start is at Rushton Spencer which is south of Macclesfield on the A523. Turn right on to Station Lane, opposite the Land Rover garage, then left immediately after the Knot Inn on to an unmade road to a car park.(935625)

Start the walk by going back to the road with the pub on the right, cross the road to a gate continuing along a wide path (old railway) for just over half a mile to the end, then going left over 2 stiles. Turn right and go to the far diagonal corner of the field where there is a stile; (the walk eventually follows the Staffordshire Way as far as the Cloud summit).

After the stile, climb the steps to a road and go left and round a right hand bend and then, after

a left hand curve, cross over a stile on the left. Go up diagonally right to reach a path which you join, going right, to reach a road. Turn left and in about 200 yards turn very sharply right to begin the ascent. (907835) After the hairpin bend, take the steps on the right to reach the trig point at the summit. It is important that you look left (south) to see a path with a wall on its left as this is the descent after your picnic/coffee break. This leads to a woodland pathway on descent.

When descending, always take the left-hand option and at the bottom cross a stile on the left and turn right to a ladder stile where you cross from Staffordshire into Cheshire. (right angle turn to right at 905628)

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The WalkBosley Cloud and the Bridestones

After the ladder stile, continue in the same direction (left of the field) on a path which was disputed and was only re-opened recently. On reaching a red clay farm road go diagonally right to a metal gate, and then to another gate down to the left of the field. When the path reaches a cul-de-sac, Bridestones is on the left. You can enter the area by following the wall round.

The return journey begins by going down a short track to a main road, turning left at the road. (This is a quiet road but with some fast moving traffic.) Take Long Edge Lane which is the first road on the right at 910619.

In half a mile take the stile at a finger post on the left 100 yards before Long Edge farm. In 50 yards go right over the stile and follow the path over a footbridge (on Staffs CC repair list) and straight up to a farm road.

Turn left and keep left through the farm yard and through two gates turning left when the path goes to a stile. Turn right to reach another farm road to the right of a house.

Turn left for ¼ mile and then right through a metal pedestrian gate beside a cattle grid.  The path goes behind the building ahead and left to a large rusty gate. Follow the path to a stile and over a footbridge going straight ahead to a stile on the left. After crossing, it is better not to follow the path straight ahead but to keep to the right of it to a stile to reach a road. (919618)

Turn right and go downhill then uphill to a set of steps on the left before some houses. Cross three stiles then go right through an open gate with a stile beside it. The path follows the edge of the field on the left which leads to an awkward stile. However 100 yards to its right is an open gate. Go through the gateway and go ahead to the right of the tree in the middle of the field to reach a stile in the hedgerow. Go slightly right to another open gate then slightly left to a stile in the far hedgerow.

Cross straight over the road and go down the paved road and through the church yard to a gate in the bottom left-hand corner. Turning right the path ahead is clearly seen going through two gates and over the railway bridge. At the far end of the bridge, cross over a stile on the right to reach the old railway line where you turn right to reach the car park.

The Knot Inn is a good place to quench your thirst and /or have a nice meal!

The walk was contributed by Marple District Rambling Club which has over 350 members and organises at least four graded walks on Thursdays and three walks on Sundays. To find our programme, go on to our website: www.marple-uk.com/rambling

To join the Club, either ring Barry Wilson, 0161 948 0566 or Deirdre Nolan, 0161 427 7794.

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Simply BooksBook Club ChoiceMy first choice this month is The Forgiven by Lawrence osborne. David and Jo Henniger arrive late one night in Tangier and set off to drive to a party in a converted castle way out in the desert. They’ve had a few drinks, struggle to find their way along the dark desert roads and are in the middle of an argument when two young men spring out from the roadside. David swerves and collides with one of the boys with fatal consequences. Meanwhile at the house the party is in full flow. Under the watchful eye of their Moroccan staff the extravagant hosts attend to their guests’ every whim. The stage is set for a weekend in which David and Jo must come to terms with their fateful act and its shattering consequences.

Written with the pace of a stylish thriller I found this a compelling read (I really couldn’t put it down!). There are also some big moral issues here too – not least atonement, guilt and what it means to give (and receive) forgiveness. And all played out against the backdrop of an obscenely excessive party (think Great Gatsby). This is also a very timely ‘fable’ about the clash between East and West – between two cultures which singularly fail to understand (let alone appreciate) each other. The book jacket draws a comparison with the books of Graham Greene – I thought that might be ambitious but actually I think its spot on. And is there redemption by the end of the book? Well you’ll have to find that out for yourself!

Instead of another novel I thought I’d mention a couple of non-fiction titles by authors who’ve visited the shop in recent weeks. Coastlines by Guardian journalist Patrick Barkham is an affectionate portrait of our coastline – published on the 50th anniversary of Enterprise Neptune,

the National Trust’s campaign to protect and preserve our coastal heritage. Told through a series of walks beside the sea this is the story of what it means to live in a country that is ‘more edge than middle’. There are some useful notes too at the end of each chapter to guide you should you wish to follow in Patrick’s footsteps.

Secondly – and more quirkily – The Disappearing Dictionary by linguistics expert David Crystal is a delightful collection of dialect words that either provide an insight into an older way of life, or simply have an irresistible appeal: ‘jubbity’ (noun, Yorkshire) – a difficulty, or misfortune as in “he’s had some jubbities in his lifetime” or ‘squinch’(noun, Devon) – a narrow crack on a wall or a space between floorboards as in “I lost a sixpence through a squinch in the floor”. This is lovely book to dip into and would make a nice gift too (as would Coastlines).

And for children...we were delighted to host an event with top children’s author Dame Jacqueline Wilson at Stockport Plaza in July. Copies of Jacqueline’s new book KATY (inspired by the children’s classic What Katy Did) are available in the shop. Perfect for 8-12 year olds.

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MondayHigh Lane Baby & Toddler Group 9.30-11.30am Term time only. High Lane Village Hall. Contact Sarah on 01625 268 301 for more information.

Story Time 11-11.30am High Lane Library. Contact 0161 217 6009 for more information.

Baby Splash 1.15pmLife Leisure Hazel Grove, Jacksons Ln. Call reception on 0161 439 5221 to book and for more information.

TuesdayParents & Tots 9 - 11.15amTerm time only. St Thomas’ Church, High Lane. A chance for all parents/carers to meet other carers in a safe environment – lots to do and refreshments provided. £1 per adult and up to two children. Contact Rev. Janet Parker on 01663 764519

Story Time 11am Hazel Grove Library. Stories, rhymes and songs followed by some colouring. Contact 0161 217 6009.

Baby Splash 2pmLife Leisure Hazel Grove, Jacksons Ln. Call reception on 0161 439 5221 to book and for more information.

WednesdayBaby & Toddler Group 9.15-11am Term time only. Brookside Primary School, High Lane. £2 for one adult and child, £1 per extra child, price includes a snack. Contact 01663 308 008 for more information.

Sing & Sign opportunity Group 9.30-11.30amIndependent Options, 67 Chester Road. Especially for children with additional needs/learning disabilities, this session encourages children to start to use speech, or gives them signs if difficult. £3 for one child, then £1 per additional child (siblings welcome). Book into the session on 0161 482 7933.

Norbury Toddler Group 10 - 11.30amTerm time only. Norbury Parish Church, Hazel Grove. Cost £1.50 (includes a drink and biscuits). Please phone before to ensure there are spaces. Contact Cath on 0161 487 2390 or email [email protected]

Story Time 2pm Great Moor Library, Gladstone Street. Stories, rhymes and songs followed by some colouring. Contact 0161 217 6009.

ThursdayBaby Splash 10am & 10.30am Life Leisure Hazel Grove, Jacksons Ln. Call reception on 0161 439 5221 to book and for more information.

FridayToddler Group 9.30-11.30amIndependent Options, 67 Chester Road. £2 for one child, £1 per additional child. Book into the session on 0161 482 7933.

Wesley Street Stay & Play 9.45-11.30amHazel Grove Methodist Church, Wesley Street. Contact Kelly Heath on 07530 460 087

Parent & Toddler Gymnastics 9.30-10.30amStockport School of Gymnastics, Newby Road Industrial Estate. Just turn up and pay on the day with free fruit pots at the end of the session. £4 for children 1-4 years old. For more information please email [email protected] or ring 0161 456 2762

Baby Ballet 10.20amLife Leisure Hazel Grove. 6 week course for ages 2 ½ to 4 year olds. Cost £23.70, booking essential, please call reception on 0161 439 5221 to book and for more information

Baby Splash 1pmLife Leisure Hazel Grove, Jacksons Ln. Call reception on 0161 439 5221 to book and for more information.

saTurdayBaby Splash 8.30amLife Leisure Hazel Grove, Jacksons Ln. Call reception on 0161 439 5221 to book and for more information.

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The Wellspring, in Harvey Street, Stockport  is open every day of the year to support homeless and needy people. A registered charity, it doesn’t receive any funding at all from national or local government so is totally reliant on volunteers and the kindness of local people who donate money, food and other essential items. The superb work of The Wellspring has been recognised with The Queens Award for Voluntary Services.

Food is served every day to around 120 people. These visitors are also able to receive medical advice from a doctor and nurse, whilst social workers are able to give advice on housing and various other issues, in order to help the visitors to get their lives back on track.

In order to fund the everyday activities of the charity it runs a number of fundraising events throughout the year which are advertised on their website.

Coming up on 24 October, Gordon Burns will be presenting The Shining Stars of Stockport, an exciting new  variety show, at The Plaza. In February the ever popular quiz, The Wellspring Factor, will take place at Stockport Grammar School. A little later in the spring Patrick Hemmerle, the internationally known classical  concert pianist, has promised to perform a Master Class & Recital at the Grammar School for The Wellspring.

For more information about upcoming events and other ways in which you might be able to get involved with The Wellspring, visit www.thewellspring.co.uk

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Following its most successful Macclesfield season ever in 2014/15 the Northern Chamber Orchestra is back at the Heritage Centre for a new series featuring the crème de la crème of international soloists - violinist, Jennifer Pike; pianist, Martin Roscoe; guitarist, Craig Ogden, and cellist Raphael Wallfisch. Stockport-born violinist, Jennifer Pike, ‘gets the party started’ by performing the legendary Mendelssohn Violin Concerto at the opening concert on Saturday 26 September.  She performed this great work, aged 12, to win the BBC Young Musician competition back in 2002 and Jennifer is now recognised as one of today’s most dazzling violinists, acclaimed for both her technique and her interpretative flair.

Other big names featuring in the Macclesfield series are Martin Roscoe, Raphael Wallfisch and Craig Ogden. Martin Roscoe, one of the most regularly featured pianists on BBC Radio 3, will be performing Beethoven’s majestic ‘Emperor’ Piano Concerto no 5 on Saturday 16 January. The February concert will see cellist, Raphael Wallfisch, play Shostakovich’s spellbinding

Cello Concerto no 1 and, as an additional treat, Dvorják’s romantic Silent Woods for cello and orchestra. This concert also features one of the all-time most popular pieces of music, Handel’s quintessentially English Water Music. Classic FM recording artist, Craig Ogden, is the soloist for the season finale on 14 May, performing one of the first works ever recorded by the NCO - Castelnuovo-Tedesco’s Guitar Concerto no 1 in D in a concert full of sparkling pieces, including Bach’s third Brandenburg Concerto and two stunning pieces by operatic masters, Verdi’s Prelude from Aida and Puccini’s I Crisantemi.

NCO’s Macclesfield concert season is sponsored by Manchester Metropolitan University’s Faculty of Education, one of the UK’s leading, internationally recognised centres for teacher training and professional development.  The Northern Chamber Orchestra is the ‘Orchestra in Residence’ at MMU. This sponsorship has helped the orchestra to continue to develop exciting and engaging concert programmes for its Cheshire audiences and to work with soloists of genuinely international repute.

Tickets for all NCO’s concerts at Macclesfield Heritage Centre are available from the NCO Box Office 0161 247 2220; from Macclesfield Visitor Information Centre 01625 378123 or Silk Museum Shop at the Heritage Centre. Price £16 Auditorium, £13 Balcony, £7 students, 18s & under FREE.  Buying Part or Full Season Tickets saves you money: book upfront for all 8 concerts and get one FREE; book for 4 or more concerts upfront and get £1 off each concert.  Visit NCO’s new website at www.ncorch.co.uk

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It’s what we do!When you choose Adlington Hall for your wedding, you get an exclusive wedding venue set within 2,000 acres of beautiful Cheshire countryside. One of the most exquisite homes in England, Adlington Hall reflects both the history of English architecture and the 700-year story of a single family, the Leghs.

For your special day, we have two stunning venues licensed for civil ceremonies. Our medieval Great Hall and our welcoming Hunting Lodge will always ensure your guests feel just as special as you.

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A guide to selected events in East Cheshire during September & October

WednesdAY 2 sePTeMBeR Poynton Philatelic Society. We commence our new 2015/2016 season with a display of Romanian stamps and Postal History by Gordon Hardy. Contact Ron Phelps 01625 877643.

The Education Block, Poynton Community Centre, 107 Park Lane 7.30pm

FRidAY 4 sePTeMBeR The Wellspring Stockport Ltd will be holding a Ladies Fashion Show & Charity Shopping Event – high street fashion at 50% or more off! Clothing available to try on and buy, cash and cards accepted. Tickets £6 including tea, coffee, cake and biscuits.

For tickets and more information please contact Pauline Cooke on 0161 427 2763, 07944 549154 or [email protected]

Woodley Civic Hall, Hyde Road, Woodley 7pm

sUndAY 6 sePTeMBeRFacts and Fun Day at the Roman Lakes, in partnership with the Mellor Archaeological Trust and Friends of Our Valley. There will be music, food, fun and games as well as mill tours, displays, and talks by local historians.

Roman Lakes, Marple

sUndAY 6 sePTeMBeRHazel Grove Allotment Association Open Day. Home Baking, refreshments, jams and chutneys, children’s activities, plant stall, fruit and veg, gifts, bees, “Ask the Expert”, garden supplies, tombola. Entry 50p including free tombola ticket, children free. Wheelchair and mobility scooter access. Entrances at School Street and Chester Road. From 1pm to 4pm

MOndAY 7 sePTeMBeRMart Rodger Manchester Jazz High Lane Conservative Club, Buxton Road, High Lane 8pm

TUesdAY 8 sePTeMBeREast Cheshire NT Lecture – ‘Behind the doors of Sizergh’, speaker Matthew Brown. St Michael’s Church Hall, St Michaels Avenue, Bramhall 2pm

WednesdAY 9 sePTeMBeRDisley & District Flower Club. A flower demonstration by Susan Wareing, Area Demonstrator, entitled ‘Mellow Fruits & Autumn Mist’. Visitors welcome. Admission £5

High Lane Village Hall 7.30pm

WednesdAY 9 sePTeMBeRStockport Ladies Speakers Club resumes after the summer break. We meet fortnightly, visitors and new members always welcome.

The Deanwater, Wilmslow Road, Woodford 7.30pm for a 7.45pm start.

THURsdAY 10 sePTeMBeRHazel Grove and District Probus Club. Ian Leach on ‘Wildlife on the moors’. New members are welcome and more information can be obtained from Graham Weaver Tel: 01625 878228.

Brookdale Club, Bridge Lane, Bramhall 2pm

THURsdAY 10 sePTeMBeRSt Thomas’ High Lane Men’s Forum - AGM & talk by Terry Browne on “Ernest Shackleton.”

St Thomas’ Church Hall, Buxton Road, High Lane 2-15pm

sUndAY 13 sePTeMBeR Navigation for Beginners. Come and learn basic navigation skills with Cheshire East Council Countryside Ranger Ed Pilkington on an easy going day. All maps and compasses provided; bring your own compass if you wish to practise with it. Suitable for anyone over 16. Booking and payment in advance is essential. Cost £11.50.

navigationforbeginners2015.eventbrite.co.uk Information: 01625 383700

Nelson Pit Visitor Centre, Lyme Road, Higher Poynton, Cheshire, SK12 1TH (SJ945833) 9am to 4pm

THURsdAY 17 sePTeMBeR The Wilmslow Guild Natural History Society is holding ‘The Delamere Lost Mosses Project’, which is about how the Mossland habitat can be restored, by Katie Piercy who is the Cheshire Wildlife Trust Delamere Mossland Officer. Visitors welcome (£3).

Wilmslow Guild, 1 Bourne Street, Wilmslow 7.45pm

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FRi 18 – sAT 26 sePTeMBeRCarver Theatre presents ‘I Have Been Here Before’ by JB Priestly. Following our successful production of An Inspector Calls in 2013, we present another of Priestley’s acclaimed ‘Time Plays’. This amateur production is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French Ltd.

Tickets £9 (£8 concessions) available online www.carvertheatre.co.uk, by phone 0161 449 8363 or from Hollins of Marple. Season tickets also available.

Carver Theatre, Chadwick Street, Marple 7.45pm (Sat 19 2.30pm)

sATURdAY 19 sePTeMBeRMarple Food & Drink Festival Street Market showcasing Marple’s finest food and drink businesses.

sATURdAY 19 sePTeMBeRTrash and Treasure sale. Refreshments available plus free car park. Stalls include plants, books, toys, jewellery, gifts and bric-a-brac. Admission 50p.

Short Street United Reformed Church, Hazel Grove. 10 am to 12.30pm

MOndAY 21 sePTeMBeRHazel Grove Townswomen’s Guild. Talk by Mr Paul Kay.

Hazel Grove Civic Hall 7.30pm

THURsdAY 24 sePTeMBeRHazel Grove and District Probus Club. Rob Mason on ‘Comedy folk music’. New members are welcome and more information can be obtained from Graham Weaver 01625 878228. Brookdale Club, Bridge Lane, Bramhall 2pm

THURsdAY 24 sePTeMBeR East Cheshire NT Lecture - ‘Pharmacy and the Pharaohs’, speaker Jackie Campbell

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

THURs 24 – sAT 26 sePTeMBeR NK Theatre Arts Presents ‘Fame.’ Advanced Tickets £10/£8.50 (Door price £12) (Recommended for ages 12+. Contains adult themes and strong Language)

Forum Theatre Ticketline – Call 0333 666 3366 www.theforumtheatre.co.uk

Forum Theatre, Romiley 7.30pm

26 sePT TO 4 OCTOBeRBollington Walking Festival. A week of fabulous guided walks exploring the scenery, heritage and wildlife of Cheshire where the peaks meet the plains. Walks to cater for all ages and energies including along the canal and the Middlewood Way. Details of all the walks can be found in the Walking Festival Leaflet widely available.

Information from the Bridgend Centre on 01625 576311

sATURdAY 26 sePTeMBeR Monthly Tea Dance raising funds for Friends of Our Valley – this month ‘Aligator Gumbo (Summer Spectaular!)’. Tickets £15 include evening meal. Bring your own alcohol. These events are very popular so booking is essential by ringing Rachel on 0161 427 2039. Roman Lakes Tea Rooms, Marple 5.30-8.30pm

sATURdAY 26 sePTeMBeR Northern Chamber Orchestra with Jennifer Pike, violin. Dazzling Diversions, including Mozart. Mendelssohn, Beethoven and David Ellis. Tickets: £16/ £13; £7 students; 18s & under free from NCO Box Office 0161 247 2220; Macclesfield VIC, Town Hall 01625 378123; Silk Museum Shop Heritage Centre & on the door www.ncorch.co.uk

Heritage Centre, Roe Street, Macclesfield, 7.30pm

sUndAY 27 sePTeMBeRTABLE TOP SALE - come and grab a bargain. Refreshments available in Margaret’s café. Tables £8 or £10 on the day. Contact Dorothy Graham Tel: 0161 456 3628 [email protected] High Lane Village Hall, Windlehurst Road 11.30am to 1.30pm

FRidAY 2 OCTOBeRThe Robins Singers present a joint event of popular music with the Mousehole Male Voice Choir, Cornwall. Telephone Dennis (01706 347484) or Helen (07976 923539) for more details

Wesley Street Methodist Church, Chapel Street, Hazel Grove 7.30pm

FRi 2 TO sAT 3 OCTOBeR Disley Art’s Society Annual Art Exhibition. Free admission. Original framed and unframed paintings, cards and raffle. St Mary’s School Rooms, Buxton old Rd, Disley. Friday 2-9pm, Saturday 10am-5pm

MOndAY 5 OCTOBeRMart Rodger Manchester Jazz

High Lane Conservative Club, Buxton Road, High Lane 8pm.

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TUesdAY 6 OCTOBeRTom’s Kids After School Church. Spend time with friends and make new ones, listen to bible stories, sing, play games and try new crafts. For all children aged 4-11 years, younger children welcome with their carer.

St Thomas’ High Lane 3.30pm to 4.45pm

TUes 6 OCTOBeR TO sAT 10 OCTOBeR Poynton Gilbert & Sullivan Society present their annual stage show, which this year is ‘’The Gondoliers’’. Tickets are £10 for adults, and £7 for children, and are available in advance by e-mailing [email protected] or by phone at 01625 260086. Tickets also available on the counter at MATES DIY on Park Lane. Please also see www.poyntongands.co.uk The show runs nightly at 7-30 at Poynton Civic Hall (opposite Waitrose).

WednesdAY 7 OCTOBeR St. Thomas’ Church and High Lane U3A Family History are holding a coffee morning, with a display of information and correspondence about WW1 collected from local people and of interest to people in the High Lane and Stockport. Admission is free, toasted teacakes, tea/coffee available, donations accepted in aid of St. Thomas’ Church and the Parkinson’s Society. Cake stall and raffle. Further information available from June Gibbs on 01663 764935.

St. Thomas Church Hall, High Lane. 10.30am-12.30pm

THURsdAY 8 OCTOBeRSt Thomas’ High Lane Men’s Forum – Bob Lord “My Red Indian Ancestor (Part 2: The European Connection).

St Thomas’ Church Hall, Buxton Road, High Lane at 2-15pm

sATURdAY 10 OCT Beethoven Symphony No 9 and Schubert Symphony No 8 (unfinished) with Stockport Symphony Orchestra and the St George’s Singers

Stockport Town Hall 7.30pm

TUesdAY 13 OCTOBeR East Cheshire NT Lecture – ‘AGM’, speaker Rebecca Burton

St Michael’s Church Hall, St Michaels Avenue, Bramhall 2pm

THURsdAY OCTOBeR 15 The Wilmslow Guild Natural History Society is holding ‘Wildlife of the Isles of Scilly’ which includes some of the rarities that visit the western islands, by Tim Melling, RSPB. Visitors welcome (£3).

Wilmslow Guild, 1 Bourne Street, Wilmslow 7.45pm

sATURdAY 17 OCTOBeR Marple designer woodworker, Maz Simon, makes a range of original furniture in British hardwood, such as tables, benches, and chairs. Fellow craftsman, Colin Mail makes lathe turned items such as bowls, plates and goblets. In October you can ‘meet the craftsmen’ and also sample a slice of cake, at ‘The Gallery’. Maz and Colin will be delighted to meet you.

‘The Gallery’, 12 High Street, New Mills (near Sainsbury’s) from 11am to 4pm

sATURdAY 17 OCTOBeRIf you enjoy listening to a variety of music from light classical through to show/film music then you must attend the Macclesfield Light Orchestra concert in aid of St George’s Phase 2 Reordering Fund. Tickets cost £7.50 and are available on the door or in advance by ringing 01625 529313.

St George’s Church, Poynton, 7.30pm

MOndAY 19 OCTOBeRHazel Grove Townswomen’s Guild Birthday Party

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THURsdAY 22 OCTOBeR East Cheshire NT Lecture – ‘Inside the House of Lords’, speaker Lord Garfield Davies.

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

FRidAY 23 OCTOBeRHGCC Autumn Fundraising Quiz Night. All ages welcome - £10 for a team of four. All proceeds to the upkeep of Wesley Park - support the club and have a great night out.

Hazel Grove Reform Club, Napier Street 8pm

sATURdAY 24 OCTOBeRJumble Sale. Refreshments available, free car park, admission 50p.

Short Street United Reformed Church, Hazel Grove. 10am to 11.30am

FRi 30TH – sAT 31sT OCTOBeR NK Theatre Arts Presents: The Rock ‘N’ Horror Graveyard Show

Advanced Tickets £10 (Door Price £12) Caberet style seating - fancy dress encouraged! Forum Theatre Ticketline Call 0333 666 3366 www.theforumtheatre.co.uk

Forum Theatre, Romiley 8pm (Doors open 7pm)

sATURdAY 31 OCTOBeRCancer Research Fundraisers (Poynton) invite you to our annual Craft Fair. Variety of stalls – tombola, lucky dip, Christmas cards, arts & crafts, cake stall and many more. Help us to reach our target of £100,000 for Cancer Research UK which we have been working towards for the past nine years.

Poynton Civic Hall, 10.30am – 2.20pm

MOndAY 2 nOVeMBeR Mart Rodger Manchester Jazz

High Lane Conservative Club, Buxton Road, High Lane 8pm

MOn 2 – sAT 7 nOVeMBeRPoynton Players presents ‘Allo ‘Allo! A stage version of the popular TV comedy, by Jeremy Lloyd and David Croft. Ticket prices Monday only £7.50, Tues-Sat £8.50.

Tickets can be booked online, full details www.poyntonplayers.co.uk, or by phone 0333 666 3366.

FRi 6 – sAT 14 nOVeMBeRCarver Theatre presents ‘Entertaining Angels’ by Richard Everett. As a clergy wife, Grace has spent a lifetime on her best behaviour. Following the death of her husband Bardolph, she is enjoying the new-found freedom to do and say exactly as she pleases. This amateur production is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French Ltd. Tickets £9 (£8 concessions) available online www.carvertheatre.co.uk, by phone 0161 449 8363 or from Hollins of Marple. Season tickets also available.

Carver Theatre, Chadwick Street, Marple 7.45pm (Sat 7th 2.30pm)

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CHURCHesNorbury Parish Church 0161 483 6325

Hazel Grove Methodist Church 0161 483 8969

St Peter’s Roman Catholic Church 0161 483 3476

Hazel Grove Baptist Church 0161 487 3708

St George’s Parish Church, Stockport 0161 480 2453

Hazel Grove United Reformed Church 0161 285 5229

Parish Church of St Thomas, High Lane 01663 764519

Windlehurst Methodist Church 0161 285 1431

dOCTORsBeech House Medical Practice 0161 483 6222

Springfield Surgery 0161 426 5250

Haider Medical Centre 0161 426 9292

Dean Lane Medical 0161 426 9777

High Lane Medical Centre 01663 762222

HOsPiTALsStepping Hill Hospital 0161 483 1010

NHS Direct 0845 4647

LeisURe CenTReHazel Grove Leisure Centre 0161 456 3467

LiBRARiesHazel Grove Library 0161 217 6009

Stockport Central Reference Library 0845 644 4307

High Lane Library 0161 217 6009

LOCAL GOVeRnMenTStockport MBC 0161 480 4949

TRAVeLBus Information 0161 228 7811

Train Information 0845 748 4950

Manchester Airport 0161 489 3000

Stockport Care Scheme 0161 476 2812

POsT OFFiCesHazel Grove Post Office 0161 483 2332

Fiveways Parade Post Office 01625 872407

Peak Pharmacy Post Office 01663 766877

PHARMACiesPeak Pharmacy, High Lane 01663 762235

Scorah Chemists, Hazel Grove 01625 872267

sCHOOLsHazel Grove High School 0161 456 4888

Hazel Grove Primary & Infant School 0161 483 3699

Norbury Hall Primary School 0161 483 1786

Moorfield Junior & Infant School 0161 483 4521

St Peters R.C Primary School 0161 483 2431

Torkington Primary School 0161 483 2188

St Simons Catholic Primary 0161 483 9696

Brookside Primary School 01663 763943

High Lane Primary School 01663 762378

POLiCe (nOn-eMeRGenCY)Greater Manchester Police 101

Cheshire Police 101

UTiLiTiesElectricity – Power Loss 0800 195 4141

Gas – Emergency 0800 111 999

Water Mains 0845 746 2200

Environment Agency Floodline 0845 988 1188

HeLPLinesAlcoholics Anonymous 0845 7697555

Citizens Advice Bureau 0844 826 9800

Childline 0800 1111

Crimestoppers 0800 555111

Directory Enquiries 118 500

National Dementia Helpline 0845 300 0336

RSPCA 0300 1234999

Samaritans 0845 7909090

The Wellspring, Stockport 0161 477 6344

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ACCOUnTAnTsDavid E. Hanley & Co 24

AdULT edUCATiOnFocus on Speaking 36

BUiLdinG seRViCesCoppice Joinery & Building 16

SP Lee & Co 7

Whitehall Builders Ltd 15

BUiLdinG sOCieTiesVernon Building Society Inside Front

CARe seRViCesAlice Chilton In-Home Care 19

CARPeT & UPHOLsTeRY CLeAninGSafeclean 27

CHiLdCAReKids Childcare High Lane 13

CHiROPOdYLisa Wilson Podiatrist 27

CHURCHesHazel Grove Baptist Church 35

COMPLiMenTARY THeRAPYAmaranth 17

dRAinAGePure Clean Drainage Solutions 16

dRiVeWAY CLeAninGBrightwhite 36

edUCATiOnBrabyns Preparatory School Nursery 10

Cheadle & Marple 6th Form College 5

eLeCTRiCAL COnTRACTORsMCR Electrical 27

enTeRTAinMenTAdlington Hall 31

The Wellspring presents The Shining Stars 29

esTATe AGenTsSnapes Back Cover

GARAGe dOORsCarrington Doors 24

GARAGe ReFURBisHMenTDanmarque Garages Inside Back

GARden MAinTenAnCeGreenside Gardens 24

Robinson Garden Maintenance 37

GOLF CLUBsAVRO Golf Club 13

Hazel Grove Golf Club 28

HAiR & BeAUTYCosmeticare 15

HOTeLsPark House B & B 9

kiTCHensMatt Finish 15

LAWnsPure Clean Drainage Solutions 31

LOCksMiTH seRViCesCity Lock & Safe 10

LOFT LAddeRsMore Than Loft Ladders 8

OVen CLeAninGEcodazzle 8

PLUMBinG & HeATinGNev Jennings 18

ROOFinGAbstract Roofing Services 8

seCURiTYCity Lock & Safe 10

TRee seRViCesSwift Tree Services 7

WindOWs & COnseRVATORY RePAiRsThe Window Repair Centre 23

Window Geeks 32

WindOW & UPVC CLeAninGBrightwhite 36

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