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Cover photo: Marple Bridge Royal Street Party by Garth Aspinall.

Issue 32 - July - August 2016

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Contentsst sebastian’s is 50 4

Inside People 8

Diary of a Geeky Knitter 11

Crossword 12

simply Books Book Club Choice 15

Visit a NGS Garden 16

Sudoku 18

The Walk 20

In Touch 23

Chile or Argentina? 26

Just 4 Kids 29

Children’s Activities 30

Inside Guide 33

Puzzle Solutions 35

Cheshire Cookbook 36

Useful Numbers 37

Classified Index 38

Co-Editors

Garth Aspinall

Claire Hawker

Well, summer got off to a rather patchy start and

there’s been lots of rain and flooding to report at

the time of writing. But happily it didn’t dampen

the spirits of the 600 or so people who gathered

in Marple Bridge on 12 June for a street party to

celebrate the Queen’s 90th Birthday. The crowd

was entertained by the John Cooper Band and

Marple Brass band who got the crowd into

flag-waving mood with a number of patriotic

numbers and a few old favourites. St Sebastian’s

Nursery (p4) kept the children entertained with

craft stalls and a crown making session.

If you’re seeking out some better weather and a

real change of scenery, Travel By Design offers

some suggestions for a great holiday in South

America (p26). But if you prefer to simply chill out

at home, why not do a little knitting? We can’t leave

you without saying how delighted we are to bring

you Jenny’s new feature, Diary of a Geeky Knitter.

We love it and hope you do too!

Did you know that St. Sebastian’s is 50 years old in 2016? Did you attend the nursery? Do you have any memories of St. Sebastian’s that you can share with us?

St. Sebastian’s Nursery Class holds an important place in Marple Bridge life. It feeds into the local primary schools and is the only pre-school in the area to be run as a charity. St. Sebastian’s provides a nurturing and fun environment for 2 to 4 year olds and has been recognised as an ‘outstanding’ Early Years Provider by OFSTED since July 2015. This year is St. Sebastian’s 50th birthday and the celebrations will last all year! We want to remind everyone of the importance of the formative years of children’s lives and show how St. Sebastian’s has contributed to the family stories and memories of so many people in Marple Bridge and beyond.

There is much to celebrate in St. Sebastian’s 50th birthday year. The nursery is going from strength to strength under the leadership of manager, Kate Zijlstra, and the parent-led committee. They are supported by a strong and well-established team of highly-skilled Early Years Practitioners, who are committed to the children in their care. Everyone involved at St. Sebastian’s is a parent or family member and this adds to the nursery’s nurturing atmosphere where children’s experiences are prioritised and cherished.

St. Sebastian’s is a wonderful place for pre-school children to find their feet and develop their interests and relationships. There are up to 24 children in each session and whilst they are split

into peer groups for focussed learning activities, there is plenty of time for free play, outdoor activities and lots, lots more! St. Sebastian’s ‘8 Golden Values’ encourage children to respect each other and their teachers, and equips them with skills that they will carry forward. There are close bonds between all the children and whilst the younger ones learn from their elders, the older ones begin to understand the responsibilities of leadership and become ready for school. It is this special St. Sebastian’s ethos that has lasted 50 years that we seek to celebrate in 2016 and hope that many of you will join us!

There will be regular updates on our Facebook page and a 50th Birthday Facebook page has been set up to encourage St. Sebastian’s alumni to get in touch and share their stories and memories. We are compiling a Birthday ‘Memory Board’ of photos and anecdotes which will be on display at many local events this year. We would love people to come and tell us their own stories about St. Sebastian’s and remind us all what an important and special place it is. We will be selling a commemorative 50th Birthday Recipe Book full of original recipes by St. Sebastian’s families past and present at Ludworth Primary School Summer Fair on 2 July and at other summer events. There will also be a Teddy Bear hunt in Marple Bridge over the summer holidays and during the Autumn Term we hope to get together with St. Sebastian’s graduates from the last 50 years to share memories and to make some more! What a fun-packed year we will have!

50 Years of st. sebastian’s nurserY Class

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50 Years of st. sebastian’s nurserY Class

Here at Uniquely Chic Furniture, we sell quality solid pine and oak furniture. We are experts at transforming our furniture, or yours, into hand-painted, individual, unique statement pieces.

Our paint finishes can be block colour, distressed, ‘in vogue’ shabby chic, or any finish you want. You pick your colour and finish and we complete a bespoke service which gives each piece a new lease of life. If you have an inherited piece, or furniture that fits your space, why not have it uplifted in our workroom?

We can offer a quality painting service to update your kitchen cupboards.

We also sell shabby chic home accessories, such as lighting (including chandeliers), mirrors, cushions and gifts. New and returning visitors to our showroom here at Goyt Mill always use the same two phrases….”Aladdin’s Cave” and “Treasure Trove”.

You never know what you will find when you step through the door!

Official stockists of Frenchic eco-friendly chalk paint and accessories.

Canalside, Goyt Mill, Upper Hibbert Lane, Marple SK6 7HX Tel: 0161 484 5116 or 07785 794308 Email: uniquelychicfurniture@hotmail.co.uk www.uniquelychicfurniture.co.uk

Opening Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 10-5.30pm Sunday 11-4.30pm Closed Mondays (except Bank Holidays)

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Linda Tunnard was born on 26 February 1948 in Harrogate and from the age of five wanted to be a teacher. She attended Ripon Grammar School. After leaving school she married and had two children before, in 1975, at the age of 27, she returned to part time study at Elizabeth Gaskell College for five years, gaining a BA in Geography and Archaeology and subsequently a Post Graduate Certificate in Education.

She then achieved her childhood ambition and took up a teaching post at Bramhall High School. In her teaching career, Linda was a classroom teacher, worked in pastoral support and counselling, became Head of Sixth Form and for 15 years was Deputy Headteacher. During this time, Linda developed links with schools in Italy, Germany, China and Africa. It was a visit to a school in a remote region of Tanzania that made her aware of the poverty and hunger that existed there, kindling a desire to find some way to help.

When she retired from full time teaching in 2007, Linda worked for three years as School Visits Coordinator before becoming a volunteer with Oxfam and now works in their charity shop in Bramhall.

Oxfam, founded in the 1940s by Oxford University students in response to a European refugee crisis, is the Oxford Committee for Famine Relief. Its aim is to address poverty and suffering in the UK and across the world.

The founding students began by selling their own unwanted books, clothing and household items and then asking friends and relatives to donate theirs. At the end of World War Two the work continued and they opened the first ever charity

shop in Oxford where people could donate money and goods and purchase books, bric a brac and clothing. There has been an Oxfam shop in the Bramhall Centre for over 20 years and in the village for much longer.

There are over 30 volunteers like Linda who work there and more are desperately needed especially for Saturdays. Most volunteers work for two to four hours per week and duties include sorting goods behind the scenes, selling in the shop or operating the till.

Linda became a volunteer because she saw it as an opportunity to help those less fortunate than herself and something meaningful to do after retirement. Her other post retirement passion is travel with husband Ian, himself a retired headteacher. They have visited Antarctica, the Galapagos Islands, Australia, Vietnam, South America and much of Europe. Their next holiday is planned in India.

For relaxation Linda reads Scandinavian crime fiction and watches TV. Her ambition is to maintain links with schools and the classroom to prove she can still teach and relate to children.

Last Word from Linda

I feel I have been lucky in my life and want to give something back to those who are less fortunate. Working as a volunteer, I meet the public and I am part of a friendly welcoming team and feel my time and efforts are valued.

Information about Oxfam can be found at www.oxfam.co.uk and if you click on ‘I would like to volunteer’ there is information about what it is like to be a volunteer. Alternatively you can call in the Bramhall shop and arrange to meet Mark, the manager. On 6 September there will be an open day from 11am to 1pm to explore the opportunities and duties of being a volunteer. The open day will be a chance to have a coffee and meet the friendly team with no pressure to sign up.

inside peopleLinda Tunnard

by Ed Blundell8

Diary of a geeky knitter

About me Hi, I’m Jenny and I work here at Inside Magazines with Garth and Claire. When I’m not working, I love to knit, crochet and sew (soft crafts). Why ‘the geeky knitter’ you ask? I am, what you might call, a ‘nerd’ – I watch superhero films, read fantasy and science fiction novels, and even attend comic conventions around the country. I enthusiastically talk (and even knit/crochet) about my geeky interests, and combine all of my hobbies together on my blog called ‘the geeky knitter’.

But not everything I make has to be geeky. I have a great passion for all soft crafts, and would like to bring a snippet of this to the magazine. Each issue I will write

about something different; reviews of patterns, interesting crafty news and maybe even answer some questions that you might have.

Why I love to knitI make no secret of the fact that I LOVE knitting. If I could I would spend every minute of every day knitting, and thinking about knitting, and looking at knitting patterns. Perhaps I would break for a slice of cake. As it is, I must settle with evenings and weekends devoted to knitting (and cake). For me it is the best way to spend time for dozens of reasons, though two stand out in particular; the relaxing nature, and feeling productive and creative.

Recently scientists at the University of Cambridge have said that anxiety should be given more attention in mental health research as it is more common than we think. This comes on the back of a greater social awareness and understanding of mental health issues. The calming and relaxing effect of knitting has long been identified by many surveys and studies (any number of which you can find online). I find that knitting calms and destresses me after a long day, both physically and emotionally. The simple, repetitive action is very soothing and can be picked up while watching TV or chatting with friends. There is also something very comforting about the feel of knitting and the texture of worked yarn. Though by no means a ‘cure’, knitting and other crafts can help improve your mental health and take your mind off the stresses of daily life. Just a shame that it doesn’t burn more calories!

Feeling productive is also a big factor in my enthusiasm for knitting. To spend my leisure time doing something I love and to have a finished object at the end, showing the time and effort I’ve put in, is such a wonderful sensation. Whether I am keeping the item for myself, giving it as a gift or selling it, I never feel like time knitting is wasted! With this comes the feeling of being creative which I adore, perfectly summed up by this quote from one of my favourite bloggers - “The more I make, do and learn, the more creativity I have.” (Kat Goldin, ‘Slugs on the Refrigerator’)

Next timeWhy do you love to knit or crochet? Do you have any knitting, crochet or sewing questions? Email them or other thoughts to me at jennythegeekyknitter@gmail.com – I love to speak with other crafty people and interesting topics could come up in the magazine next time.

www.thegeekyknitter.co.uk www.etsy.com/uk/shop/geeksgamesandknits

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Quick Crossword

Across7. Stop Surfing! (3,3)8. Dainty (6)9. Wight or Man? (4) 10. Marine Vehicles? (8) 11. Beach Area (7)13. T.T (5)15. SWOT (3,2)17. Sat and Sun (7)20. Live Before (8)21. On Top Of (4)22. Plummet (6)23. Eight Lines of Verse (6)

Down1. Ruffle (6)2. Vent (4)3. Disallowed Position? (7) 4. Of the Eye (5)5. Use to Half the Flow (8) 6. Position (6)12. A White Wine (8)14. Annihilate (7)16. Disorderly (6)18. Inborn (6)19. Tubes (5)21. Curse (4)

Solution on page 35.12

Simply Booksbook club choiceThis month I have chosen two works of debut fiction – although the fact that they are ‘first novels’ is really the only thing they have in common.

The Fishermen by Chigowzie Obioma is set in a small town in western Nigeria. Four young brothers – ranging in age from nine to fifteen – take the opportunity of their strict father’s absence to go fishing at a forbidden local river. In the course of their adventures they encounter a dangerous local madman who foretells that the oldest brother will be killed by one of his siblings. This prophecy comes to haunt the brothers, splitting them apart and unleashing a tragic and remorseless chain of events which takes on something of a mythic quality.

Set against a background of political change in Nigeria, and exploring the tensions between ‘modern’ and traditional beliefs, this is a compelling piece of African storytelling. The book has the feel of a fable, a moral tale about fate and how it bears down on the lives of the family and their community. Beautiful, lyrical writing and a fascinating insight into Nigerian culture.

By way of contrast The Loney by Andrew Michael Hurley (recently named Book of the Year at the British Book Awards) is a dark gothic-style novel set in a desolate and remote corner of England (it reminded me of the estuary landscape near Barrow or maybe the Solway).

Two brothers, one mute, the other his lifelong protector, are brought up in a strange, deeply religious family. Year after year the family visits the same sacred shrine on a bleak strip of coastline known as the Loney, in desperate hope of a cure. Left to their own devices the brothers start to explore their surroundings and uncover all manner of bizarre and unexplained events. This is a haunting novel – a novel of the unsaid, the half grasped and barely understood – a story which makes us as readers fill the gaps with our own imagination. All in all an atmospheric tale of folklore, superstition and religious conviction with no easy answers – one to leave you wondering!

Also look out for How it Works: The Dad the latest in the hugely successful Ladybird parodies – taking original artwork from the Ladybird books we knew as children and giving them a whole new twist with text which will help any aspiring Dad understand his

role in the world! Very funny.

Simply Books, 228 Moss Lane, Bramhall, Cheshire SK7 1BD 0161 439 1436 Open Tuesday to Saturday 9am to 5.30pm

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The National Gardens Scheme has a packed programme of garden openings throughout 2016. Most of the gardens are private and not normally open to the public, so visits can be full of surprises and rare opportunities to see how to improve your own garden. And that’s not all: entrance money at the garden gates plus profits from the sale of cakes, cups of tea and plants enable the NGS to give away each year more than £2.5 million to nursing and caring charities.

You can find NGS gardens nearby or nationally by going online to www.ngs.org.uk. A mobile app helps Smartphone and tablet users to plan their visits and they can also keep up to date on Facebook and Twitter. Outdoor enthusiasts are also encouraged to go online and check the cycling and walking trails that were developed for this year’s NGS Garden Festival. All NGS gardens are worth visiting but the list changes from year to year. Some owners decide not to open their garden gates for a year while a few close permanently for one reason or another. Thankfully, new gardens are added to the NGS list and these more or less balance the ones we lose. The newcomers are eagerly awaited by visitors keen to see new ideas and the gardens are particularly popular.

New Gardens in July and August

Of the 10 new NGS gardens in our area this year, 8 open for the first time this July and August – precisely the period covered by this issue of your INSIDE magazine. Admission prices are very modest, children get in free in most cases and all the gardens offer afternoon teas. Irresistible!

51 Garth Drive, Chester CH2 2AF

A suburban garden a mile from Chester city centre packed with a variety of herbaceous borders, a pond, and productive areas which is set on several levels.

Open: Saturday 2 July, Wednesday 6 July (10am - 4.30pm). Admission £3, children free. Homemade teas

Rowley House, Kermincham, nr Crewe CW4 8DX

There is a formal courtyard garden and informal gardens featuring rare trees, colourful herbaceous borders, a pond with swamp cypress and a woodland walk with maples, rhododendrons, ferns and shade-loving plants. Beyond the garden there are wild flower meadows, unusual trees, natural ponds and a wood with ancient oaks.

Open: Saturday 9 July, Sunday 10 July (1.30 - 4.30pm). Admission £5, children free. Homemade teas.

8a Warwick Drive, Hale WA15 9EA

A small suburban garden designed to give year-round interest with camellias, rhododendrons and hostas. A highlight of the front garden is the herbaceous border, plant-packed to provide colour from April to October. Other features including colour-themed borders, a short woodland walk, raised beds and small pond, protected by mature trees.

Open: Saturday 16 July, Sunday 17 July (2 - 5pm). Admission £3, children free. Homemade teas.

5 Cobbs Lane, Hough, Nr Crewe CW2 5JN

A two-thirds of an acre wildlife-friendly garden with island beds and wide cottage-style herbaceous borders with bark paths running through for access. There is a large variety of hardy and unusual perennials, shrubs, grasses and trees, with places to sit and enjoy the surroundings. A water feature runs to a small pond.

Open: Thursday 28 July, Wednesday 3 August (11am - 5pm). Admission £5, children free. Homemade teas.

Do something new - Visit a ngs garDen

Rowley House

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Smithy House, Poynton, Nr Stockport SK12 1SW

Deceptively large plot with mature trees, vibrant herbaceous borders, a small shade garden, with ferns, hostas etc. Cottage-style greenhouse garden and summerhouse. Large vegetable plot surrounded by some wild areas and unfenced water.

Open: Saturday 30 July (11am - 5pm). Admission £3, children free. Teas.

Clover Bank Organic Farm, North Rode, nr Congleton CW12 2NX

A ‘must see’ garden: winner of the Cheshire Farm Garden Competition, finalist in the Daily Mail National Garden Competition. Garden complements modern house above large pond with bridge and surrounding plantings of roses. dahlias, herbaceous, raised vegetable beds, marginal and wetland planting, woodland, Remembrance Garden, wild rose and soft fruit hedging and fruit trees, large wild flower areas. Spectacular views to the Pennines.

Open: Saturday 6 August, Sunday 7 August (11am - 4pm). Admission £5, children free. Tea.

The Birches, Mollington, nr Chester CH1 6LG

Half an acre with a front night garden of pale/white herbaceous/mixed planting. Rear garden split into: Koi and wildlife pond with herbaceous planting; grasses/shrubs and fernery; orchard

and meadow with hens; vegetable and fruit trees and wildlife stream.

Open: Saturday 13 August, Sunday 14 August (10am - 6pm). Admission £3.50, child £2. Homemade teas.

Winterbottom House, Mere, nr Knutsford WA16 0QQ

A large garden developed over many years with two distinct areas. One comprises trees, grasses and woodland with natural koi pond leading to a vegetable garden and greenhouse. The other, more formal area with lots of herbaceous borders and shrubs to give year-round interest.

Open: Sunday 14 August (1 - 5pm). Admission £5, children free. Homemade teas.

Gardens open by arrangement

Most NGS gardens are open to the public on particular dates. This is fine for most visitors, but if you have a group you can also arrange a private visit on dates to suit you. Over 30 of the gardens in Cheshire & Wirral offer this service and some are only open by arrangement – so you get to see the ones not normally visited. Details are in NGS booklets and online at ngs.org.uk.

Could yours be an NGS Garden?

We are always happy to hear about potential new gardens, whatever their shape and size. NGS gardens just have to be interesting, attractive and well maintained. If you would like an informal chat to find out what is involved, please contact John Hinde, our County Organiser on 0151 353 0032 or email john.hinde@maylands.com

Clover Bank Organic Farm

The Birches

by Graham Beechwww.ngs.org.uk

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Sudoku

1

7 9 8 6

6 4 7

7 2 6

9 8

5 2 3

1 5

3

6 5 9 2

- you don’t have to guess!

How to play SudokuFill in the grid so that each row, column and 3x3 box, contains the numbers 1 through to 9 with no repetition.

You don’t need to be a genius. These puzzles use logic alone.

Watch out! Sudoku is highly addictive.

Solution on page 35 .

Greater Manchester Tree Station Ltd in Gorton is a not-for-profit social enterprise, aiming to make the best use of local timber resources. We provide accredited treework and landscaping services, and sell firewood and hardwood planks made from the local timber. Led by strong ethics, sustainability is embedded in the aims of the business. Our mission to ‘Make Wood Work’ ensures the yard is the hub for a broad range of wood related activities.

As a society established for the benefit of the community, Tree Station contributes to projects which benefit local people and improve the environment, such as helping Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service practice in dealing with timber related incidents!

The economic and social benefits of trees and green areas are well documented. Through our free, bespoke educational sessions ‘All about Trees,’ and visits to the Yard, local schools

and groups of all ages can learn more about the concept of a social enterprise business established to combat climate change, trees and arboriculture.

To encourage the greening of our local area we are offering free mulch, and discounts on products made in the yard (planters etc.) to local gardening, growing and landscaping projects. Treework and landscaping could be negotiated on an individual basis. We also have a number of community events coming up. If you are aware of any projects that could benefit from Tree Station’s involvement, please get in touch.

There will be an open morning at the Yard on Saturday 3 September. Do come along, we look forward to meeting you!

Patricia Spray, BSc, MSc. - Community Engagement Officer at TreeStation

Phone 0161 231 3333 www.treestation.co.uk Facebook: Greater Manchester TreeStation Ltd Twitter: @GM_treestation twitter

sustainable timber – anD so muCh more

Start and finish from ‘The Street’ car park just above the dam of Errwood Reservoir. Ordnance Survey Outdoor Leisure Map 24, White Peak Area. Ref SJ 012 757. The distance is 8 miles, quite moderate with one steady climb at start. Allow about 4 hours, plus another half hour to visit the site of the hall if required.

Edward Grimshaw was a wealthy business man from Manchester. By the 1800s he and his family owned some 3000 acres of land around the Goyt Valley. Errwood Hall was built in the 1830s and demolished in 1952. For some reason the hall was not completely cleared, the foundations and some of the exterior walls still remain. The graveyard of the family together with many of the staff is still on the estate.

As the designated leader of the group I naturally arrived before the other walkers. When they assembled it was obvious they were, for the most part, younger, taller and fitter than myself, so they naturally tend to draw ahead, contravening the rules of all walking groups. My answer to this was to tell the faster members to go ahead, but to stop and wait at a designated spot. In this walk the chosen point was a small wooden gate on the other side of the path and road. This gate is a short distance below the Pym Chair car park, named after a possibly mythical highwayman

and his gang who would lie in wait for unwary travellers.

Walk details

The walk started from the car park, turning left and crossing the narrow road from Kettleshulme and turning left up the hill on the footpath running alongside the road. On reaching the summit we crossed the road, went through the gate and followed the track which soon began to descend into the valley. On the right and below us was a small circular stone building known as ‘the shrine.’ It is actually a chapel called ‘St. Josephs Shrine.’ The original was built in the late 1880’s by the Grimshaws in memory of the teacher of their children.

We then followed the narrow track downwards and crossed a small stream, pausing for a morning break on the stones of an old farm building facing a delightful waterfall. At this point some of the group said they wished to see the remains of Errwood Hall and we walked round the old track to show them.

Later, after the coffee break, we recommenced the walk up the side of the valley called ‘Shooters Clough’ or ‘Stakeside.’ This slope looks worse than it is, and is relatively easy. Nearly at the summit we reached a small plateau before which the path turns sharp left for a short distance to

the Walk - In the Footsteps of the Grimshaws

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the Walk - In the Footsteps of the Grimshaws

the top. At this point there is a small pool which at the time seemed to be a hive of activity with loud splashing noises. On investigation it was full of frogs, apparently, ‘who would a wooing go.’ It took a bit of persuading to get some of the fascinated onlookers to continue on the walk and after about 100 metres we reached the top via a small gate.

We were now on the moorland plateau, to our left far below us was Errwood Reservoir but we turned right and followed a well defined if stony track for well over a mile, passing another path on our right which leads to a high point called ‘Shining Tor’. Ignoring this we continued along to a stone wall and a gate which we passed through. I told the group we were not going to the ‘Cat and Fiddle Inn,’ which was some distance ahead, and was the then disputed boundary of the Grimshaw Estate. Passing over a small stile through the wall, we turned sharp left and descended quite rapidly alongside the wall. The track was stony and muddy but at the bottom we entered woodland and crossed a delightful wooden bridge before turning left alongside the stream feeding into the Goyt, until we reached a long deserted quarry.

In the remains of the quarry which is called Goytsclough are benches and tables, ideal for our lunch break where we rested for a while. Alongside the valley on our right there is a small parking area and a narrow one way road running from the Errwood Reservoir to Derbyshire Bridge car park. Crossing this road we followed a steep

path downwards to a stone packhorse bridge where many walkers pause to take photographs. Crossing over, and after a short distance the path splits, the one on the right goes to Derbyshire Bridge but we turned left towards the reservoir. This track is quite muddy in places as rainwater runs down to the stream serving the reservoir. Soon the water of the reservoir came into view and after about a mile, and just above the water line was a hawthorn tree which was festooned with bird feeders, on which a myriad of wild birds were making full use of.

Soon after this it was necessary to bear right around a steep gulley at the bottom of which there was a stream called Wildmoorstone Brook. This also fed down into the reservoir and eventually at the end of the gully another gate was reached with a track leading over a steep and bleak area called ‘wild moor’ off to the right, but we followed the gulley around to the left and soon came in view of Errwood again. Following the path we eventually reached the road leading to the Goyt valley. This is known as ‘Bunsell Cobb’ with a parking area for several cars. Following the road downwards we soon came to the stone dam, passing below us a disused water treatment plant built from the demolished stonework of the hall. Crossing the road over the dam we noticed a plaque denoting the opening of the dam, above this and a short distance ahead was the ‘Street’ car park. When we finished I nonchalantly accepted the thanks from the group for the walk, although later I thought that their congratulations might have been because we did not get lost, or ‘slightly deviated from the planned route,’ a term which I have used in the past on previous walks. So far no one has suggested that I be sacked as navigator; maybe they are all too polite!

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

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GReAT MeLLOR BAKe OFF

Sandy Docherty, Great British Bake Off contestant in 2015, will share her TV experiences, demonstrate the art of tray bakes and show us how to create a ‘show stopper’ from a simple sponge. The event will take place at Mellor Parish Centre on Saturday 16 July at 2pm.

Marc Hall from New Mills Cottage Cakery will be our Master of Ceremonies and assist Sandy in judging our local offerings! Everyone is invited to enter a cake and entries from under 15s are welcome. This is a celebration of all baking including those with soggy and wobbly bottoms!

Pick up an entry form at the Parish Centre or Marple Bridge Post Office – it’s free to enter and prizes will be awarded. The categories are: Favourite Family Bake (bring the recipe if you like); My Mellor Show Stopper and Tray Bake.

Tickets £10 (under 15s half price) include tea and cake, available from Mellor Parish Centre (0610 484 5079) and Angela Stead (0161 427 3571)

All proceeds from this and other events organised by the Friends of MPC go towards the maintenance of the Mellor Parish Centre.

ROMiLeY, MARPLe & disTRiCT LiOns

The Club was chartered in 1978 and it was originally known as the Stockport – Goyt River Lions Club, covering Woodley, Bredbury, Romiley, Compstall and Marple. There were 23 members and they met at the West Towers Hotel in Marple. In1985 the name Romiley, Marple and District Lions Club became our official title, although we are now usually known simply as Romiley and Marple Lions.

We now meet at the Navigation Hotel, Stockport Road, Marple at 8pm on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. As members of a world-wide organisation, Lions Clubs International we assist as many worthy causes – locally, nationally, and internationally – as we possibly can. Our members can be seen during the year at local fetes and carnivals and we organise various events, quizzes etc., locally to raise money for the Club’s Charity Account. An important part of the Club’s Christmas activities is our annual Marple Santa Dash and the support given to this event over recent years by the locals has been greatly appreciated.

A number of dinner meetings are arranged throughout the year, and guest speakers are often invited to inform and entertain our members. The Club enjoys its annual Charter (Birthday) Dinner Dance in March and a variety of social events, theatre visits etc. keep us happy when we are “off duty”. Do, please, come to see us and help us to raise money with our silly games and other activities. Perhaps you would also like to attend one of our meetings. We’d love to see you and you can be sure of a warm welcome. You might even decide to join us and become a Lion!

If you know of a worthy cause which you would like the Club to support you can come along to tell us about it personally or contact our Welfare Chairman, Terry Harding, whose details are shown below. We always do our best to help so please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Tel: 0161 303 0011

Email: lionterry1@btinternet.com

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St Martin’s Church, Brabyns Brow, Marple, will be open during Heritage Open Weekend on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 September. The church will be open for visitors to view our lovely Arts and Crafts style building and artefacts. Guides will be on hand and light refreshments available. Free entry.

A concert, of light music from two winning choirs, Bravura and Cantus will be held on the Saturday at 7.30pm in the church. Tickets£8, £6 for friends of St Martin’s Heritage Trust, available on the door, from 0161 427 2542 and from members of the Heritage Trust Committee. Refreshments are included.

ALLOTMenT AssOCiATiOn OPen dAY

Marple & District Allotment Association is holding another Open Day at Rosehill Allotment site, Railway Road, Rosehill, Marple on Saturday 6 August from 10am until 2pm. Admission is free.

As usual this is a chance to stroll round the site to see what is growing and to pick the brains of the expert, not so expert and novice allotment holders. There are paths laid to lawn which are mostly flat and dogs are welcome on a lead only. There will be a seasonal produce and plants stall, a children’s quiz and a raffle and light refreshments will be available. Do come along to this relaxing event. We look forward to seeing you.

MARPLe CAnCeR CHARiTies enTeRTAinMenT eVeninG

Earlier this year Marple Cancer Charities held an Entertainment Evening to help raise funds for local and national cancer charities. The evening was a great success with over 100 people attending. Marple Conservative Club let us use their room at no charge and Helen Barnes provided for free The Glass Slipper Event to make the room look stunning. Beth and the Beats were the star attraction and the evening raised a magnificent £1529.

Thanks to everyone that helped particularly the businesses that very kindly donated raffle

prizes and helped towards the buffet namely The Sportsman, The Ring O Bells, The Fiveways, The Railway, The Hare and Hounds, Dolce Vita, Marple Spice, Saffron, The Sycamore, Patricia Lawrence Beauty, Scratch and Nails, Harry Thomas, The Garrick Theatre, The Rolling Pin, Littlewoods Butchers, Whites Butchers Mario and Gianni, Camelot, Offizone and to all the individuals that helped and donated.

Jennie’s ART CReATiVe enTeRPRise

A Stockport-based artist has celebrated the founding of Jennie’s Art, a not-for-profit community enterprise that will see Jennie Franklin’s designs displayed and sold across Stockport.

Jennie has autism and learning disabilities, and Jennie’s Art has been developed as a way for her to use her skills and showcase her creative talent, with any money raised going into creating more products as well as supporting Jennie’s favourite local charities.

The project was marked with a spectacular exhibition of Jennie’s artwork and a launch party which saw guests enjoy the first showing of Jennie’s creations, while cakes and refreshments were available as they browsed the items on sale. Fantastic speeches were made before Jennie and her Mum, Suzie, cut a fabulous celebration cake.

Jennie is supported by Independent Options, a Stockport-based charity that supports adults and children with disabilities to live as independently as possible. The staff support Jennie not only to live in her own home, but to lead a fulfilling social life and be part of her local community.

Products including wonderful mugs, cards and postcards can also be ordered via Jennie’s Art Facebook page, which can be found at facebook.com/Jennies-Art-553011908198925

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The majestic Andes, vast coastlines and an enviable aptitude for wine production are just a few of things Chile and Argentina have in common. For those of us dying to visit South America, this can pose something of a dilemma – after all, with so much in common; these fascinating countries are hard to choose between.

Spectacular scenery

One of the most convincing reasons to visit either Chile or Argentina is the opportunities each offers for viewing spectacular scenery. The imposing Andes, lakes and coastlines mean the two have a lot in common when it comes to landscapes – especially as they have similar climates. However, there are some natural wonders that are unique to each place.

Desert – Chile

The sweeping sands of the Atacama desert are a spectacle you can only see in Chile. The driest desert in the world, this part of the country is known for its hot days and cold nights, as well as offering some of the very best stargazing in the world – something that can be attributed to the high altitude and pollution-free air. The salt flat is another highlight, particularly as you can spot flamingos standing here.

Iguazú Falls – Argentina

Situated on the border between Argentina and Brazil is one of the world’s most spectacular waterfalls – the Iguazú Falls. Approximately 80 metres high and 2,700 metres wide, this awe-inspiring natural wonder lies at the heart of Iguazú Falls National Park – a Unesco World Heritage Site, which is also home to a wealth of flora and fauna, including tapirs, ocelots and jaguars.

Perito Moreno Glacier – Argentina

Visit the Argentine part of Patagonia and you’ll have the chance to see the colossal Perito Moreno Glacier. This spectacular natural wonder is one of the nation’s top tourist attractions, and

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is a truly humbling sight. It can also be a truly humbling sound, should you be present when a piece of it breaks off.

Patagonia

Shared by Argentina and Chile, Patagonia is of course one of the key elements these nations have in common. However, what you can see in Argentine Patagonia is quite different to what you’ll see on the Chilean side – and knowing the differences can help inform your decision about where to go.

Torres del Paine National Park – Chile

The lakes and mountains of Torres del Paine National Park are utterly arresting – and its remote location only serves to add to its majestic ambience. There are a host of excellent hiking trails to follow, although anyone who wants to explore the scenery with a little less exertion will find boat rides are available too.

Los Glaciares National Park – Argentina

Sitting at the base of the Andes, Los Glaciares National Park is where you’ll find the aforementioned Perito Merino Glacier which is, without doubt, the highlight of coming here. One thing to bear in mind is, as the glacier is such a famous and popular attraction, it can get rather crowded. So, if you can, visit in the spring or the autumn when the visitor numbers thin out but the scenery is no less spectacular.

Wildlife

Both Chile and Argentina offer some marvellous opportunities for wildlife-spotting – but Argentina perhaps has the edge here, being home to one of the most celebrated spots. The Peninsula Valdes on coastal Patagonia provides habitats for a dizzying array of amazing creatures. Here, you can catch glimpses of whales as they move along the coast, not to mention elephant seals and sea lions. It is also where you’ll find the Punta Tombo Reserve, where the world’s biggest colony of penguins resides – a truly magical sight for wildlife lovers.

The best of Chile and Argentina

If you’re still unsure which nation best suits you, here are the three things we think each country is best for.

Top three destinations in Chile

■ Patagonia – for Torres del Paine National Park

■ The Lake District

■ Atacama – for the desert, salt flat and stargazing

Top three destinations in Argentina

■ Buenos Aires

■ Patagonia – for Los Glaciares National Park

■ Iguazú Falls

It is also worth considering an itinerary that allows you to explore both countries – something that can also help you gain a deeper understanding of their similarities and differences. Alternatively, combining one of the two with another South American destination might tempt you more. Argentina, for example, is a particularly good partner for a trip to Brazil.

Travel by Design are appointed Ambassadors for Cox and Kings – one of the leading tour operators to Latin America. Call us on 01625 584195 to discuss your Latin America trip.

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Things to do with pre-school kids

Compiled by Jenny Rileye: jenny@insidemagazines.co.uk

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

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

TuesdayCoffee Break Toddler Group 9.15-11.15amTerm time only. Marple Independent Evangelical Church, Queen St. Lots of toys, sing-songs and ‘Thought for the Day’, followed by refreshments for children and adults. £1.50 per adult. Text Alexandra on 07521094282 or email aehall@hotmail.co.uk

Little Monkeys Club 9.30-10.30am & 10.30-11.30amTerm time only. Brabyns Recreation Centre, Marple Bridge. Increase your child’s confidence, co-ordination and fitness through a fun variety of climbing equipment, soft play, shapes, music & movement for children age walking to 5 years. £4.50 per session. Call Karen 07986 182884 or visit www.karenbrook.co.uk/little-monkeys

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

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

Rhythm Time Term time only. Mellor Parish Centre, Church Road. Young baby, baby and toddler classes, various times. Free trials available, to book please call Kim on 01625 533510 or email kimw.rhythmtime@sky.com

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

wednesdayBaby & Toddler Group 9.15-11amTerm 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.

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

ThursdayCraft Table Toddler Group 10-11.30amTerm time only. Mellor Parish Centre, Church Rd. Craft table, toys, sing-song and refreshments. £2 per adult. Contact the Parish Centre 0161 484 5079.

Rhythm Time Term time only. Rough n Tumble, Goyt Mill, Upper Hibbert Lane. Baby, pre-school and toddler classes, various times. Free trials available, to book please call Kim on 01625 533510 or email kimw.rhythmtime@sky.com

FridayLittle Stars 9-10.30amTerm time only. Brabyns Preparatory School, Arkwright Rd. Just turn up on the day for an engaging and friendly environment for children from new born to 3 ½ years and parents. £1.50 per session. Call the school office on 0161 427 2395 or email littlestars@brabynsprepschool.co.uk for more info.

Get Up And Go 9.30am – 10amThe Forum Theatre, Romiley. 0-3 years (drop in sessions) Children are encouraged to dance along to their favourite nursery rhymes, children’s songs and Disney songs. A perfect way for your little one to explore the way their bodies can move. £3 per session, refreshments available at the end of the class. For more information please go to the website nktheatrearts.org.uk or email hannah@nktheatrearts.org.uk

Marple & District Twins/Multiples Club 10-11.30amMellor Parish Centre. On the 4th Friday of the month all year. Siblings are welcome. £2.50 per family. Contact marpletwins@yahoo.com

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A guide to selected events in East Cheshire during July & August

FRidAY 1 JuLY Free Dawn Chorus Walk. Experience an uplifting start to your day on a guided walk down Marple Lock Flight to Marple Aqueduct. Suitable for adults who are able to walk 5k. For more information and to book visit www.oldknows.com

6.30am to 8.30am

FRidAY 1 JuLY Free Historic Nature Walk - walk in the footsteps of Samuel Oldknow’s apprentices on our guided nature walk, passing the remains of Oldknow’s Mellor Mill, the infamous ‘pee stones’ and looping back past Oldknow’s Lime Kilns.

Suitable for adults who are able to walk 5k. Please note some sections of this walk are very steep and we will cover rough terrain. Visit www.oldknows.com for more information and to book.

10am to 12noon

THuRs 2 Jun TO sAT 9 JuLYBohemian Landscapes – ex-Marple resident Matthew Kvansnik, now living in Prague, showcases his landscape art, abstracting and simplifying shape and colour to demonstrate an idealization in an overcrowded world.

Stockport War Memorial Art Gallery

WednesdAY 6 JuLYMarple Naturalists. Outdoor social meeting: Walk in Lyme Park (FREE). Membership fees are £30 per annum, or £4 per visit (free for under children under 16). For further information contact Lynne Shuttleworth (0161 427 2346) or Derek Clifford (0161 427 4611)

United Reformed Church (left side entrance), Hibbert Lane

THuRsdAY 7 JuLYLudworth and Mellor Women’s Institute Monthly Meeting. Why not join us at our July meeting where Liz Bishop of NAFAS will demonstrate her stunning hand-tied bouquets and floral arrangements while entertaining us with her humorous take on life!

New members and visitors are always welcome.

Women’s Institute Hall, Lower Fold, Marple Bridge, 2pm.for a 2.15 start

Wed 13 TO sAT 16 JuLYNK Theatre Arts Summer Show – SEUSSICAL. Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat, and all of your favourite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life in Seussical JR., a fantastical musical extravaganza from TONY winners Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty. Don’t miss this fantastic show! Individual Ticket Price: £7.50 / £9.* Group Ticket Price £30* 24Hr Box Office 0333-666-3366. *booking fee applies

The Forum Theatre, Compstall Road, Romiley 7.30pm

sATuRdAY 16 JuLY Marple Cancer Charities Summer Fayre - stalls include tombola, cakes, bric-a-brac , books, plants, white elephant, handbags and jewellery. Fantastic Raffle Prizes and much more. Entrance 50p includes free drink and biscuits

Senior Citizens Hall, Marple Memorial Park 10am to 12 noon

sATuRdAY 16 JuLYGreat Mellor Bake Off – featuring Sandy Docherty, Great British Bake Off contestant in 2015. Free to enter and certificates will be awarded in each category. Tickets £10 (under 15s half price) include tea and cake, available from Mellor Parish Centre (484 5079) and Angela Stead (427 3571)

Mellow Parish Centre

sATuRdAY 16 JuLYRose Hill Primary School Summer Fair – bouncy castles, raffles, stalls and a few friendly competitions, BYO picnic.

Rose Hill Primary School, Bowden Lane, Marple 12-3pm

MOn 18 TO FRi 22 JuLYFree Community Dig and Samuel Oldknow’s Mansion - help us uncover another exciting part of Industrialist Samuel Oldknow’s story as we unearth what remains of his mansion house and gardens. Be a part of our live dig! There will be plenty of archaeologists on hand and all equipment is provided. Suitable for ages 12 and up, though if you’re 12 – 15yrs please bring an adult. Supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund. Visit www.oldknows.com for more information and to book.

9am until 4pm.

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THuRsdAY 21 JuLYA warm welcome awaits you at the next meeting of Moor End, Mellor W.I. The speaker will be Bernie Stevens who will talk about Kinder Mountain Rescue. We look forward to seeing you. Queries to Liz Kidston on 0161 427 4275.

Mellor Parish Centre, Church Road, Mellor, SK6 5LX 7.45pm

sundAY 24 JuLYMellor Mill Festival. Visit our live archaeological site, for a jam packed day of fun activities! From trying your hand at digging, or exploring the excavations on a guided tour, to discovering the bugs and flowers that have made homes around our archaeology. You can find out all about the latest discoveries at Samuel Oldknow’s Mansion, and meet our special guest from the past! Free. Part of the British Festival of Archaeology and supported by the Heritage lottery Fund. Visit www.oldknows.com for more information and to book.

11.30am until 4pm

TuesdAY 26 JuLYMarple Civic Society. Speaker Donald Reid, local historian and Archaeologist, on the topic ‘Along the Packhorse Trails’

Meetings are open to the public and are free of charge, just come along and bring your family/friends.

Upstairs Meeting Room, Marple Library 3pm

sAT 30 TO sun 31 JuLYMICKEY SAVES THE DAY. Join Mickey and Minnie Mouse on their latest adventure at The Forum Theatre. With a host of Disney characters and all the classic songs, this is a fantastic show for all the family. Individual Ticket Price: £7.50 - £9.* Group Ticket Price £30. *booking fee applies.

24Hr Box Office 0333-666-3366

The Forum Theatre, Compstall Road, Romiley, Stockport SK6 4EA Doors 1.45pm show 2pm

WednesdAY 3 AuGusTMarple Naturalists Outdoor Social meeting: Walk from Mousley Bottom, New Mills (FREE)

Membership fees are £30 per annum, or £4 per visit (free for under children under 16). For further information contact Lynne Shuttleworth (0161 427 2346) or Derek Clifford (0161 427 4611)

United Reformed Church (left side entrance), Hibbert Lane

sATuRdAY 6 AuGusTMarple & District Allotment Association Open Day. Admission is free. Stroll round the site to see what is growing, pick the brains of the expert, not-so-expert, and novice allotment holders. There will be light refreshments, a seasonal produce and plans stall, children’s quiz and raffle. Dogs welcome on a lead only.

Rosehill Allotment Site, Railway Road, Rosehill, Marple 10am-2pm

THuRsdAY 18 AuGusTMoor End, Mellor - this month is our summer social evening with raffle and games. You are warmly invited to join us. Queries to Liz Kidston on 0161-427-7275

Mellor Parish Centre, Church Road, Mellor, SK6 5LX 7.45pm

FRidAY 19 AuGusTFamily Nature Walk - calling all bug spotters, butterfly lovers and bird detectors! Our exciting, interactive, pushchair friendly nature walk will help your family to explore wildflowers, birds and insects that have made their homes in what remains of our Industrial past. Free. Supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund.

Visit www.oldknows.com for more information and to book. 3 to 4pm

FRidAY 19 AuGusTFree Canal Bat Walk - become a bat detector and get a glimpse into the unseen world of dusk wildlife. Walk leader Russ Hedley will help you spot and identify canal creatures, mini-beasts and plants as we walk down Marple’s Lock Flight. Then under the arches of Marple’s Grand Aqueduct we’ll use bat detectors to hear their calls! Suitable for adults who are able to walk 5K.

Visit www.oldknows.com for more information and to book. 7.30 to 9.30pm

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THuRsdAY 1 sePTeMBeRLudworth and Mellor Women’s Institute Monthly Meeting. Why not join us at our September meeting for a talk by George Lane on the work of the Airport Chaplaincy. Have you ever wondered why Manchester Airport has a chaplaincy and what it does? George will explain all. New members and visitors are always welcome.

Women’s Institute Hall, Lower Fold, Marple Bridge, 2pm for a 2.15 start

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A celebration of food and drink on our doorstep!

The Lord Clyde and The Hanging Gate, Macclesfield’s Salt Bar and The Clink restaurant are all included in a new Cheshire Cook Book, featuring over 50 stunning recipes and stories from some of Cheshire’s finest restaurants, cafés, delicatessens, pubs, producers and suppliers. The book is the ninth in the ‘Get Stuck In’ series of regional cook books by Meze Publishing, which was recently crowned Best Newcomer at the Independent Publishing Awards.

Simon Radley, the Executive Chef at Michelin star restaurant The Chester Grosvenor has written the foreword, saying: “World-famous cheeses, rare-breed meat, the freshest fruits and seasonal vegetables can all be sourced from within the county, and this book is a celebration of all the people who farm, grow, make, cook and promote them,” he said.

Each establishment has an introductory page, explaining its ethos and how it has evolved, making the book a really interesting read as well as an inspirational source of ideas for foodies. And food lovers really are spoilt for choice in this area with the many award-winning, fine dining restaurants and traditional country pubs that Cheshire has to offer.

Among the venues featured are Harthill Cookery School who won the title of ‘Best small cookery school’ at The British Cookery School Awards. The Chef’s Table which has two AA Rosettes and was awarded first place in Restaurant Magazine’s ‘Top 50 fit for foodies’ as well as the gold award for ‘Best small restaurant’ and silver award for ‘Best use of local produce’ at the Taste Cheshire Awards have also contributed a recipe. Yu was voted one of 2016’s best Chinese restaurants by The Legacy of Taste and the Great North Pie Company has won countless awards over several years including ‘Supreme Champion of the British Pie Awards 2015’.

You will see contributions from Chime, The Stockyard, The Garden, Rolando’s, The Brew Foundation, Salt Bar and many more – readers will be sure to spot one or two of their favourite eateries, as well as find a few new haunts.

With a carefully selected collection of diverse recipes achievable by all home cooks, from The Clink Restaurant’s trio of apple to DeFINE Food & Wine’s penne with Tuscan sausage, The Lord Clyde’s Jaffa Cake, The Little Deli Company’s cheese and chorizo croquette balls and Joseph Benjamin’s Isle of Man queen scallop with garlic and parsley - there’s something to whet everybody’s appetite.

The Cheshire Cook Book retails at just £14.95 and will be available soon in all of the businesses featured in the book as well as local gift shops, book shops including Waterstones and online at www.amazon.co.uk

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CHuRCHes

All Saints C of E , Marple 0161 427 2378

Holy Spirit RC, Marple 0161 427 4922

Jubilee Methodist Church 0161 427 2509

Marple Methodist Church 0161 427 2509

The Ridge Methodist Church 0161 427 2509

Marple Independent Evangelical Church 0161 427 1770

St Mary’s RC Church, Marple Bridge 0161 427 2408

Church of St Martin’s, Brabyns Brow 0161 427 2736

St Pauls Church, Compstall 0161 427 1259

St Thomas C of E, Mellor 0161 484 5079

Marple, Marple Bridge & New Mills URC 0161 449 5370

Marple Quaker Meeting 0161 427 7782

dOCTORs

Marple Bridge Surgery 0161 427 2049

Marple Medical Practice 0161 426 5375

Marple Cottage Surgery 0161 426 0011

HOsPiTALs

Stepping Hill Hospital 0161 483 1010

NHS Non-Emergency 111

LiBRARies

Marple Library 0161 217 6009

Stockport Central Reference Library 0845 644 4307

POsT OFFiCes

Marple Post Office 0161 427 2012

Marple Bridge Post Office 0161 427 2046

Marple Sorting Office 0161 427 6264

LOCAL GOVeRnMenTStockport MBC 0161 480 4949

sCHOOLs

All Saints Primary School, Marple 0161 427 3008

Brabyns Preparatory School 0161 427 2395

Cheadle & Marple 6th Form College 0161 484 6600

Ludworth Primary School, Marple Bridge 0161 427 1446

Marple Hall School 0161 427 7966

Mellor Primary School 0161 427 1052

Rose Hill Primary School 0161 427 9168

St Mary’s Catholic Primary School 0161 427 7498

uTiLiTies

Electricity – Power Loss 0800 195 4141

Gas – Emergency 0800 111 999

Water – Faults, United Utilities 0845 746 2200

Environment Agency Floodline 0845 988 1188

TRAVeL

Bus Information 0161 228 7811

Train Information 0845 748 4950

Manchester Airport 0161 489 3000

HeLPLines

Alcoholics Anonymous 0845 7697555

Al-Anon 020 7403 0888

Childline 0800 1111

Crimestoppers 0800 555111

RSPCA 0300 1234999

Samaritans 116 123

Citizens Advice Bureau 03444 111 444

Directory Enquiries 118 500

The Wellspring, Stockport 0161 477 6344

PHARMACies

Well Pharmacy, The Hollins, Marple 0161 427 3336

Boots Pharmacy, Market Street 0161 427 2033

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AduLT eduCATiOnAquinas College 14

BATHROOMsBathroom Design 38

BuiLdeRsWhitehall Builders Ltd 22

CHiLdCAReNurture Nursery 31

CLeAninGDiamond Home Support 10

COMPuTeR & inTeRneTPC Pal 6

dRAinAGePure Clean Drainage Solutions 18

dRiVeWAYsBluechip Cleaning Solutions 22

eLeCTRiCiAnsTBG Inspection Services 35

esTATe AGenTsEdward Mellor Inside Front

FLORisTsJenni-Fleurs 25

FuneRAL diReCTORsMalcolm Shaw & Son Ltd 25

FuRniTuReUniquely Chic Furniture 7

GARAGe dOORsCarrington Doors 35

HOLidAY RenTALsMagpie Cottages 13

HOMe iMPROVeMenT & PROPeRTY MAinTenAnCeThe Handyman of Marple 22

JOineRYProvart Joinery 28

KiTCHensMatt Finish 28

LOCAL GOVeRnMenTWilliam Wragg MP 9

LOCKsMiTHsSurelocks 13

LOFT LAddeRsMore Than Loft Ladders 6

OPTiCiAnsRoger Fisher Opticians 9

OVen CLeAninGEcodazzle 6Ovenclean 10

PAinTinG & deCORATinG Steve White 28

PLuMBinG & HeATinGIan Holmes 37Martin Quinn 38

ResTAuRAnTsM & J Chinese Restaurant 5

ROOFinGAbstract Roofing Services 25

seCuRiTYSurelocks 13

sOLiCiTORsWhiting & Mason Back Cover

TRee seRViCesTree Station 19

WindOW & COnseRVATORY RePAiRsThe Window Repair Centre Inside Back

WindOWs & dOORsPeak Taylor Glaze 22

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