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Issue 51 July - August 2016

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Welcome to the latest issue of

Cover photo: Adlington Hall & Gardens.

Issue 51 - July-August 2016

ContentsAdlington Hall 4

Music in Bollington 7

Cheshire Cookbook 8

In Touch 11

diary of a Geeky Knitter 14

Visit a NGS Garden 16

Crossword 18

The Walk 20

Art Fair 2016 22

Chile or Argentina? 24

simply Books Book Club Choice 26

Sudoku 27

Children’s Activities 29

Just 4 Kids 30

Inside Guide 33

Puzzle Solutions 36

Useful Numbers 37

Classified Index 38

bollington, prestbury& t y t h e r i n g t o n

Co-Editors

Garth Aspinall

Claire Hawker

Well, summer got off to a rather patchy start and

there’s been lots of rain and flooding at the time

of writing – arguably, good news for hay-fever

sufferers and people who try to protect their skin

from the sun! Let’s hope things improve.

If you are seeking out good weather and a real

change of scenery, Travel By Design offers some

suggestions for a great holiday in South America

(p24). If that idea appeals, you might also be

tempted to enrol on a course in Spanish (p15).

And on 16 July you can get in the right spirit at a

South American Night at the Lime Tree Restaurant!

If you’re staying at home, there are some

fascinating walks, courtesy of East Cheshire

Ramblers and the Bridgend Centre. But if you just

like chilling 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!

Beautiful, historical, magical and local

We would like to thank Adlington Hall and Gardens for providing the beautiful image on our front cover. There are so many reasons to visit this wonderful estate and there‘s no-one better equipped to tell you why than a dedicated member of the Adlington Hall and Gardens team.

Nestled between Poynton, Prestbury and Wilmslow we often hear “I didn’t even know it existed” or “Wow, I’ve not been here before and I only live five minutes away” so we wanted to take this opportunity to tell you a few things about Adlington Hall that you may not already know:

■ The Adlington Estate has been in the same family for over 700 years and is still privately owned. The main income is now generated through private events which helps to maintain the Hall and Gardens and allows us to open 28 days each year for visitors. Why not come and visit the gardens, enjoy a guided tour of the hall, and treat yourself to homemade cakes in the tea room. Open every Sunday (2pm-5pm) until 25 September.

■ This year we have introduced two brand new children-focused events. Do your children like exploring? Are they interested by the creatures that live in your garden? Why not come and join Ranger Dan on 31 July for an afternoon of Bug Hunting and Wilderness Exploring. Or on 31 August we are being invaded by Dotty the Dragon! Join us for an afternoon of fabulous puppets, live music and high energy storytelling – outdoor theatre for the whole family.

■ The organ at Adlington Hall is the oldest unaltered instrument of its size in the British Isles. It appears to have been installed in the 1690s. It is one of the very few organs which Handel is sure to have played. Handel visited Adlington in 1751 and presented Charles Legh with a setting of a Hunting Song he had

written. On 8 September, Adlington Hall opens its doors for a truly wonderful Evening Organ Recital, concert commencing at 7pm.

■ The Great Hall at Adlington is a magnificent romantic setting to exchange vows on your special day. New for 2016 we can offer outdoor ceremonies at Adlington. Couples can now choose to marry in the centre of our spectacular Rose Garden under the striking gothic arch. With complete exclusivity for your day, when you choose Adlington you know your day will be as special and individual as you are.

■ And here’s one I bet no-one knew…. we have recently partnered with three outdoor events specialists giving us the opportunity to appeal to businesses looking to do something a bit different. Seen it, heard it all before? Well one of those partners is the Bear Grylls Survival Academy. These events are designed around a variety of Bear’s expeditions, from crossing the North Atlantic to jet skiing around the UK, and are brought to life by Bear’s personal team of experts, offering fast dynamic activities using a variety of exciting equipment. Now I bet that’s a bit different to your last team building day!

For more information on Adlington Hall and Gardens please visit the website at www.adlingtonhall.com

Adlington HAll And gArdens

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Every September (and indeed every January) since 1986, Donald Judge has waited a little anxiously at Bollington Arts Centre on a Sunday afternoon, wondering who will turn up to take part in Music Theatre’s latest dramatic venture. Once there were 55, and once only five, but the show still went ahead. Often the shows are written by Donald himself, and the one planned for Autumn 2016 - a Midwinter Nightmare - is no exception. Not only does it celebrate 30 years of the Music Theatre, it pays tribute to our greatest playwright, William Shakespeare, 400 years after his death.

It also celebrates the town of Bollington! Characters who have escaped from Shakespeare’s plays turn up in the Happy Valley, though things look far from happy. Nick Bottom the weaver and his friends just want to put on a play, but are thwarted at every turn. The Three Witches of Wincle decree that a jealous husband must live in a white tower on Kerridge Hill, which is haunted by a ghost called Nancy, until his lost baby and missing wife are found. Then there’s a bear on the loose... will there be a happy ending? One thing’s certain, there’ll be witty dialogue (including some of Shakespeare’s) and catchy songs which will delight the audience when A Midwinter Nightmare is performed in November. That’s if any 7-13 year olds turn up to the free taster session on Sunday 11 September from 2pm to 4pm Bollington Arts Centre. Those who decide to take part are guaranteed a lot of fun!

More details at www.fun.to/bfmt

Bollington’s Festival Choir is to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the death of Shakespeare a year late. The concert, featuring works inspired by Shakespeare, will be the final one in the 2016-17 season. The concert will include Shakespearean works by Purcell and Vaughan Williams, plus two rarely performed choruses from A Shakespeare Ode by Thomas Linley Junior (whose sister Elizabeth married the playwright Richard Brinsley Sheridan twice).

The choir will also honour the Bard in its Christmas concert in December this year when it will give the world première of a setting of words from Hamlet by its conductor Donald Judge, who has composed several other works for the 60-strong group.

At its middle concert of the season, in April 2017, the choir will sing a Bach cantata, one of Handel’s Chandos Anthems and Schubert’s Mass in G which, with the Linley choruses, will be on the programme at a singing day at the Arts Centre open to all on 11 March. The ever-popular Messiah for All will be at the Arts Centre on 6 December this year.

“This is a typically wide-ranging and adventurous Bollington Festival Choir programme,” said a spokesman. “We pride ourselves on presenting both familiar and lesser-known choral works, many of them suggested by choir members. Membership of the choir is open to all – there are no auditions. We are a friendly group and will give a warm welcome to anyone who wants to join us at our first rehearsal of the new season on 6 September. Call 01625 261933.”

Bollington FestivAl Music tHeAtre

singing For tHe BArd

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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

tHe cHesHire cook Book

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AnnUAL HORTiCULTURAL sHOW

Bollington and District Horticultural Society and Flower Club is holding its annual show on Saturday 3 September at the Civic Hall from 2pm to 4pm. Anyone can enter and the show is always well supported. There are about 30 cups or trophies to be won as well as prize money.

The many categories to be entered include: vegetables; flower-arranging; flowers especially late-summer varieties like chrysanthemums, dahlias and fuchsia; pot plants; bonsai; wine-making; arts and crafts and baking. There are several classes especially for children and it is always good to see their imaginative entries for best-dressed vegetable, salt dough art and drawings.

Entry forms have to be in by Wednesday 31 August. They can be obtained from Mrs Joyce Burton on 01625 572668 or email: bollington.horticultural@hotmail.com

PLAnT HUnTeRs FAiR AT HenBURY HALL GARdens

On Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 July Henbury Hall Gardens, will hold its first ever Plant Hunters’ Fair with specialist nurseries from across the country. It’s just the right time to pick up some late flowering plants to give your garden a boost. There will be a riot of colour and there’s sure to be something to tempt every gardener.

Henbury Hall Gardens are a hidden gem in the heart of the rolling north Cheshire countryside, a setting of almost magical peace and tranquillity. The rarely open 12 acre gardens have recently undergone a transformation to awake them from years of slumber and are just waiting to be explored and loved.

The special event offers the chance to visit these wonderful gardens for only £2.50 and this includes the Plant Hunters’ Fair as well! The Garden opens at 10am and closes at 5pm both days. Teas will be served in the old courtyard. Henbury Hall is two miles west of Macclesfield just off the A537 on School Lane.

For full details please see www.planthuntersfairs.co.uk

eXeRCise TO MUsiC

EXTEND Exercise to Music class is held at Civic Hall, Palmerston Street, Bollington, on Tuesday afternoons from 1.30 to 2.30pm. This is a Keep Fit class suitable for people over 60. This class is mostly standing with some seated exercise, balance and strength and fun routines. Cost of class is £4 per session.

For further information please contact Angela 07790 291648.

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ReLATiVeLY sPeAKinG

For their summer Open-Air production this year at Gawsworth Hall and at Quarry Bank Gardens, the Wilmslow Green Room is performing Relatively Speaking, one of Alan Ayckbourn’s most famous and best loved plays. It was his first West End hit in 1967.

Greg and Ginny are a young couple who live together. One day, Ginny goes off supposedly to visit her parents but is actually going to the house of her considerably older lover, Philip, in order to end their ‘extra’ relationship and to retrieve some compromising letters. Matters are complicated when Greg turns up unexpectedly and meets Philip’s wife Sheila and believes her to be Ginny’s mother. Confusion reigns!

Having wrongly assumed Philip and Sheila are Ginny’s parents, Greg asks for permission to marry Ginny! Ginny, through clever manoeuvring, convinces Philip to play the role of her father. The situation becomes increasingly complicated and hilarious!

The Wilmslow Green Room’s production of Relatively Speaking is directed by John Chidgey and is a very clever and funny comedy of misunderstandings and mistaken identity. Not to be missed.

To Book Relatively Speaking, please contact the venue and NOT the Wilmslow Green Room.

Gawsworth Open Air Theatre: 30 June to 2 July Tickets: Tel 01260 223456

Quarry Bank Gardens, Styal: 8 and 9 July Tickets: Tel 01625 445845

ALPs TO Andes CHALLenGe

Sara Knowles from Bollington will be trekking to the ‘lost city’ of Machu Picchu in September to honour lost friends and raise funds for World

Cancer Research Fund to support cancer prevention research. In the past 12 months Sara has lost two very special friends to cancer, and their passing has been the catalyst to pursue a long-standing ambition of hers - to travel to South America. Her goal is to reach the ancient Inca city of Machu Picchu, high up in the Andean mountains of Peru.

Sara, an international trade adviser and resident of Bollington, has named her quest ‘Alps to Andes’ and the alpine reference relates to her time in Slovenia where she lived and worked for several years, and where she befriended her two soul mates Iztok and Breda.

Of course she wants some good to come of this trek, apart from the exercise and blisters, so she’s

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Josh Neary and Lorna Kong as Greg and Ginny.

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aiming to raise money for World Cancer Research Fund (www.wcrf-uk.org), an organisation dedicated to cancer prevention through a focus on nutrition, exercise and education.

The trek is being organised through Charity Challenge and to make it happen Sara has to raise £4,000 by the end of July this year. She has her heart set on achieving her goal and honouring the memory of her two friends and she’s asking for help.

There are many ways you can be involved as an individual or business – please visit www.sara-challenge.global to see how you can help Sara reach Machu Picchu and make a difference in the world. Or email sara.alps.andes@gmail.com

CZeCH THis OUT! A BOHeMiAn sUMMeR

Every summer for the last twelve years, Donald Judge, conductor of Bollington Festival Choir and director of the Music Theatre, has spent increasing amounts of time in the picturesque and historic area of South Bohemia in the Czech Republic. Over five million tourists visit Prague every year, but few venture much further to discover characterful small towns and villages, numerous castles and chateaux, rich folklore and theatre, and idyllic forests that typify the country – not to mention the national drink, beer, brewed by countless micro-breweries. Donald’s talk, illustrated with his own stunning photos and with music, aims to entertain as well as enlighten the audience about a little known corner of Europe. There’s a licensed bar – and ‘Becherovka for the Brave’ – and all proceeds will go to Bollington Arts Centre.

Bollington Arts Centre, Friday 9 September at 7.30pm. Tickets £5 on the door or online at www.bollingtonartscentre.co.uk

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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Asthma can be a very debilitating condition, with sufferers living through weeks of chest infections, colds and flu symptoms. For many people the only way to control their condition is with an ever-increasing amount of medication. But help is on its way. A revolutionary Russian method of controlling asthma is being taught locally. Called ‘Buteyko’ after its founder, a Russian medical doctor, it gives people an alternative to a lifetime of inhalers, asthma attacks, coughing and other symptoms. By practising a number of breathing exercises, the breathing pattern is normalised, leading to a drop in symptoms.

Sally Gething, a Buteyko Practitioner who has taught this method to over 550 people in the Northwest, says ‘Asthma can be a very controlling condition. Most people control it with inhalers, but as time goes on, they find they need more and more medication to stay in control, causing side effects. The Buteyko Method can be learnt by anyone over the age of four, results can usually

be seen within a few days, and the method can be used for life.’

People who have learnt Buteyko say ‘I thought drugs were the only remedy for asthma. I am amazed Buteyko is so effective.’ ‘After only a few days there was a great improvement in my asthma.’ ‘I have noted a definite improvement in my sleeping patterns.’

The Buteyko method is suitable for chronic cough, emphysema, panic attacks, sleep apnoea, hyperventilation and any condition made worse by stress.

Sally Gething is giving two free talks at The Hollin Hall Hotel, Jackson Lane, at 7pm on Thursday 30 June and Tuesday 19 July. Buteyko courses will take place in the following weeks. Sally has been teaching this method for 15 years. She has taught the Buteyko method in the UK, Finland, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.

If you cannot make the talks, or would like an individual home assessment, contact Sally on 01625 575743.

control AstHMA

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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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 36.18

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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In aid of East Cheshire Hospice

Volunteers are busy behind the scenes organising this year’s Art Fair in aid of East Cheshire Hospice. The selling exhibition takes place at Macclesfield Town Hall from Friday 16 September to Sunday 25 September, with more than 100 local and regional artists showcasing their work including established painters, Ben Kelly and Jenny Hirst, and international textile artist, Louise Gardiner.

Fio Brereton, Chair of Art Fair 2016, says: “We’re delighted to be hosting our biennial exhibition, which raises much-needed funds for East Cheshire Hospice. In 2014 we raised over £55,000 and this year we aim to make even more to support the important role of Art Therapy at the Hospice.”

Art Fair 2016 will build on the success of previous years, exhibiting original paintings, sculpture, limited edition prints, woodcraft and handmade jewellery. There will also be several special events, as well as Art Tours of the exhibition and a café selling hot drinks and homemade cakes, so visitors can take a break whilst they browse.

“We want as many adults and children as possible to visit and enjoy the show,” says Fio Brereton. “Over 35% of every piece sold goes directly to the Hospice, with some artists donating 100% of proceeds to the charity. The more art we sell, the more money we make for this hugely important community resource: it costs over £7,500 a day to run but receives less than 20% funding from the government, so it’s vitally important the Art Fair is a success.”

The Art Fair was established in 1999 and is a biennial event run entirely by volunteers. It is one of the most respected art exhibitions in the North West of England, showing work by artists with national and international reputations and attracting thousands of visitors to Macclesfield.

East Cheshire Hospice provides expert and compassionate care for people with life-limiting illnesses, offering additional support to their families and carers. The services of ECH are free and available to all in the catchment area which includes Buxton, High Peak, Congleton, Knutsford, High Legh, Poynton, Wilmslow and Macclesfield

Please visit www.theartofcaring.org.uk for opening times and more information about artists and special events.

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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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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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Cheshire A Cappella, the Wilmslow-based ensemble, is looking to swell its numbers and is keen to attract new singers. Singing is great fun as well as being a healthy and confidence-boosting hobby. All abilities and experience levels are welcome – if you can sing Happy Birthday in tune, we’ll teach you everything else!

So whether you sing high or low, give some thought to joining the girls on Sunday 24 July

from 11am to 4pm at our A Cappella Appetiser day and experience the magic of four-part close harmony singing. There’s no obligation, just a great opportunity to see what it’s all about, meet the girls, sing some songs and who knows, make a whole bunch of great new friends!

The chorus also offers Open House rehearsals on the last Wednesday of every month so, if you can’t make the appetiser day feel free to come along one evening and see what we’re all about.

If you’d like further information on the A Cappella Appetiser day, or on any of Cheshire A Cappella’s activities, please call 07975 927423 or email hilary.pinnock@ntlworld.com

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Things to do with pre-school kids

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

MondayJolly Jacks Various times during term time, Bollington Civic Hall. Stimulate baby’s senses and development through natural, explorative, sensory play. Classes from £5.50 (also weekend classes on selected dates). For more information, dates and times, contact Aymi on 07958 807573 or visit www.jollyjacks.org.

TuesdayWacky Woods 10am - 12pmStyperson Quarry Wood, Brookledge Lane, Adlington. Come and have fun in the woods with your pre-schooler in a guided session; even young babies can appreciate the joys of nature. £5 per child includes pancakes or crumpets on the campfire. Contact 01625 573086.

Rugbytots Also Thursday and Saturdays – various times. Macclesfield Leisure Centre. An award-winning, fun, energetic play programme for boys and girls from 2 years old. Call Alick on 0345 313 6720 or email alick@rugbytots.co.uk for time and to book.

Wednesday

Rhyme Time 10-10.30amBollington Library. Free but children must be accompanied by an adult. Telephone 01625 378 266

NCT at Fun4all 10-12 noonFun4all in Macclesfield. Under 1’s free, 1 and 2 year olds £1 and 3+ usual rates. Contact bumpsandbabies@eastcheshire-nct.org.uk, telephone 0844 243 6115, and see our Facebook page ‘Friends of East Cheshire NCT’ for more information and other events.

Allsorts Toddler Group 1.30-3.15pm Term time only. Allsorts Pre-School, Bollington St John’s Primary School. £1.50 per family includes refreshments. Contact the pre-school supervisor Kathryn Cox on 07913628115 or allsorts3@virginmedia.com

ThursdayPraise & Play 10.30-11.30amTerm time only. St Oswald’s Church, Bollington. Contact Hannah on 07730 027505 or hannahbeko@aol.com

Stay & Play 10-12noonBollington Community Centre, Ovenhouse Lane.

Please call 01625 378 081 or email hurdsfieldchildrenscentreadmin@cheshireeast.gov.uk for more information

Stay & Play 1.30-3.30pmHurdsfield Children’s Centre, Hulley Rd, Macc. For ages 0-5 with parents/carers. Please call 01625 378 081 or email hurdsfieldchildrenscentreadmin@cheshireeast.gov.uk for more information

FridayRhyme Time 10-10.30amBollington Library. Free but children must be accompanied by an adult. Tel 01625 378 266.

saTurdayFootloose Dance Academy 9-9.55amCivic Hall, Bollington. Introduction to dance for 3-4 year olds, including Ballet, Tap, and Freestyle dance. Children will use their imagination, practise simple steps and learn co-ordination – whilst having fun!

For more information visit www.footloosedanceacademy.co.uk and to register please contact Sarah on 07951 054 547

Dad’s Group 10-12noonHurdsfield Children’s Centre, Hulley Rd, Macc. Drop-in play session for dads and male carers.

Monthly meeting so please call the centre 01625 378 081 for dates and more information.

Bollington Children’s Activities

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

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A guide to selected events in East Cheshire during July & AugustTHURs 30 JUne TO sAT 2 JULY

Wilmslow Green Room presents an open air production of Alan Ayckbourn’s Relatively Speaking. Tickets from Gawsworth Hall: Tel 01260 223456

Gawsworth Open Air Theatre, Gawsworth Hall

sATURdAY 2 JULYOpening of the 2016 Bollington Well Dressing, by the Mayor Elect. After a short opening ceremony, we are pleased to announce that Dean Valley Community Primary School, who have decorated the fountain, will entertain you. The theme this year is History in Petalling.

Greg Fountain, Flash Lane, opposite the Cock and Pheasant Pub 11.30am

WednesdAY 3 JULYArtisan Market

Clarence Mill 10am-3pm

WednesdAY 6 JULYFLIX in the STIX - Pott Shrigley Community Cinema proudly presents ‘Spectre’ (12A action, adventure, drama) Tickets £4 in advance or ‘chance it’ on the door £5. Ticket agents Anthea Wilkinson 573 538, Sue Ralston 573 210 and Peter Boulton 876 646, or email pottflix@gmail.com

See website tiny.cc/pottflix for future screenings.

Pott Shrigley Village Hall screening starts 7.30pm

THURsdAY 7 JULYQuiz night and raffle to support charity trek to Machu Picchu in Peru in aid of World Cancer Research Fund. Pay on the night £5 per person - all proceeds to charity details at www.sara-challenge.global Or email: sara.alps.andes@gmail.com

The Cotton Tree, Bollington 8pm

FRidAY 8 JULYWalking for Health with East Cheshire Ramblers – a new, free programme for people needing a short, flat, easy walk. Just turn up and join us! No stiles, no hills, no longer than two miles. Parking available. Contact Chris 01625 576075 or Sandra 01625 571126 for more information.

Pappas Café, Palmerston Street, Bollington 10am - 12noon

FRi 8 & sAT 9 JULYWilmslow Green Room presents an open air production of Alan Ayckbourn’s Relatively Speaking. Tickets from, Quarry Bank Gardens: Tel 01625 445845

Quarry Bank Gardens Gardens, Styal

sAT 9 JULY – sUn 24 JULY SCARECROW FORTNIGHT

This year’s theme - HIGH DAYS & HOLIDAYS

Come along to Rainow & see all of our Scarecrows situated in our beautiful village! Pop into Rainow Church Centre between 12pm & 8pm for a map, cuppa & cake. Grab a bargain off our sales table!

If you require any information, please do not hesitate to contact: 01625 572013. Or email rainowscarecrows@gmail.com

sUndAY 10 JULYKerridge Remembrance Parade, led by the Bollington Brass Band. We will march to the War Memorial on Oak Lane, and a short service will be held, and a wreath laid.

Parade starts on Jacksons Lane, near entrance to Hollin Hall 2-4pm

FRi 11 TO sAT 23 JULYBollington’s 5th Beer Festival will once again be hosted at the Arts Centre over 3 sessions, including 46 beers and 15 ciders, chosen with care and attention by Simon from Bollington Brewery. Sample delicious food and listen to live music! Tickets £7 from The Poachers Inn or The Vale Inn. Visit www.bollingtonbeerfestival.co.uk for more information

Bollington arts Centre, Wellington Road - various times

sATURdAY 16 JULYSouth American Night. Tickets in advance £30 including buffet dinner and donation to World Cancer Research Fund - details at www.sara-challenge.global

The Lime Tree Restaurant, Bollington 7.30pm

sAT 16 And sUn 17 JULYPlant Hunters’ Fair. Entry to fair, gardens and grounds only £2.50. Tea will be served in the old courtyard.

Henbury Hall Gardens, Henbury, Macclesfield 10am-5pm

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sATURdAY 30 JULYTegg’s Nose Butterfly Walk with Cheshire East Rangers. A FREE wildlife walk around the top of Tegg’s Nose Country Park to look for and learn more about some of the park’s resident butterfly species and, if we are lucky, seeing the scarce local speciality, namely, the Wall butterfly. Booking in advance essential at www.eventbrite.co.uk Information: 01625 374833

Tegg’s Nose Country Park Visitor Centre 11am to 1pm

sUndAY 31 JULY Tegg’s Nose Bilberry Pick. Healthy, organic, tasty and free, bilberries grow wild all over Tegg’s Nose Country Park and all you have to do is bring a container and get picking.

Alex Douglas-Kane from Schola Foris will be on hand to explain the best places to look will be showing you how to make your own bilberry jam so please bring a sterilised jar with you to take away a sample!

Organised by Cheshire East Rangers, this is a free event but if you would like to participate in the jam making please register at www.eventbrite.co.uk

Tegg’s Nose Country Park Visitor Centre 1pm to 4pm

sUndAY 31 JULYTreacle Market – one of the largest Artisan Markets in the North West. Held on the last Sunday of every month, enjoy over 150 stalls, as well as delicious food and drink and information from the local community.

Macclesfield Marketplaces

FRidAY 5 AUGUsTWalking for Health with East Cheshire Ramblers – a new, free programme for people needing a short, flat, easy walk. Just turn up and join us! No stiles, no hills, no longer than two miles. Parking available.

Contact Chris 01625 576075 or Sandra 01625 571126 for more information.

Holehouse Lane Car Pack, Whiteley Green 10am - 12noon

sATURdAY 13 AUGUsTSilkFest Independent Film Festival – Macclesfield’s first short film festival aims to give local actors, writers and directors the opportunity to showcase their talent.

The 12 finalist films will be screened at a special black tie event, tickets £15– to book and for more information, visit www.silkfest.co.uk

Macclesfield Town Hall

THURsdAY 18 AUGUsTBollington and District Horticultural Society. ‘Roses, from seed To pot’ - a talk by Kate from Friar’s Roses. Members £1.50. Non-members £3.

Bollington Community Centre 7.30pm

TUesdAY 23 AUGUsTMacclesfield Group of the Family History Society of Cheshire, ‘Cheshire Dialect and Proverbs’ by Tom Hughes. Discover the old vocabulary from Cheshire along with some traditional sayings and even some intriguing insults. Parking available at the Churchill Way car park (free in the evening). Meetings are open to the public and admission is £2 per meeting including refreshments. For more information please email macclesfield@fhsc.org.uk

The Salvation Army Church, Roe Street, Macclesfield 7.30pm

WednesdAY 24 AUGUsTBridgend Centre Walk – a walk of about 4km looking at the natural history of the Pennine foothills around Bollington. A circular walk from the Bridgend Centre, refreshments provided at the end of the walk. £2.50 – please wear suitable boots/clothing, and please leave your dog at home. Call 01625 576311 for more information

Meet at Bridgend Centre, 104 Palmerston Street 10.15am – 12.30pm

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CHURCHes

Bollington Methodist Church 01625 426051

Bollington United Reformed Church 01625 572817

Bollington Christian Life Church 01625 578100

Prestbury Methodist Church 01625 424361

Quakers 01625 562109

St Oswald’s Church 01625 573162

St Gregory’s RC Church 01625 572108

St Peters Church Prestbury 01625 827625

Tytherington Family Worship 01625 615195

PHARMACies

I Rowlands & Co 01625 574401

The Village Pharmacy, Prestbury 01625 829216

denTisTs

Bollington Dental Practice 01625 574609

Prestbury Road Dental Practice 01625 432300

dOCTORs

Bollington Medical Centre 08443 878481

Hope Cottage Surgery, Prestbury 01625 827319

HOsPiTALs

Macclesfield Hospital 01625 421000

Prestbury Medical Centre 01625 827319

NHS Non-Emergency 111

LeisURe CenTRe

Bollington Leisure Centre 01625 574774

Macclesfield Leisure Centre 01625 615602

LiBRARies

Bollington Library 01625 378266

Prestbury Library 01625 827501

Macclesfield Library 01625 374000

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West Bollington Post Office 01625 572378

Tytherington Post Office 01625 869042 sCHOOLs

St John’s Primary School 01625 572025

Bollington Cross Primary 01625 572138

Rainow Primary School 01625 572021

St Gregorys’ Catholic Primary 01625 572037

Dean Valley Community Primary 01625 572767

Beech Hall School 01625 422192

Little Griffins Nursery 01625 422192

Mottram St Andrew Primary 01625 829035

Prestbury C of E Primary 01625 383033

Bollinbrook Cof E Primary 01625 384071

The Marlborough Primary School 01625 383050

Tytherington High School 01625 610220

All Hallows Catholic High School 01625 426138

Fallibroome High School 01625 827898

TRAVeL

Bus Information 01625 534850

Cheshire Traveline 0870 608 2608

Train Information 0845 748 4950

Manchester Airport 0161 489 3000

UTiLiTies

Electricity – Power Loss 0800 195 4141

Gas – Emergency 0800 111 999

Water Mains 0845 746 2200

Environment Agency Floodline 0845 988 1188

HeLPLines

Alcoholics Anonymous 0845 7697555

Al-Anon 020 7403 0888

Childline 0800 1111

Citizens Advice Bureau 03444 111 444

Crimestoppers 0800 555111

Directory Enquiries 118 500

National Dementia Helpline 0845 300 0336

RSPCA 0300 1234999

Samaritans 116 123

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Bollington Town Hall 01625 572985

Bridgend Centre 01625 576311

Bollington Arts Centre 01625 573863

CCC Highways 0845 111 0315

Bollington Veterinary Centre 01625 572999

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