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Issue 95 January / February 2026

Bramhall & Woodford

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Welcome to SK Bramhall & Woodford Welcome to the January/February issue of SKBramhall & Woodford.

Happy New Year!

I hope everyone has had a wonderful Christmas and are looking forward to a bright, new year in 2026.

This month’s What’s Going on features a new gym / studio from local businesswomen Alex and Stacey.

We also have the story on the new mural in Stockport.

Full details on page 22 Community News features the Hearing Dogs for Deaf People who are appealing for dog lovers across Cheshire to become volunteer puppy trainers, see page 38 for more.

Our Events section starts on page 5 and lists both regular events and one-off events. We have a fantastic seven pages of events this month.

Did you know you can now read all our SK magazines online? Why not look on our website www.skmagazines.co.uk. We are also happy to promote local events via our Instagram account.

Follow us at @skmagazines.

If you are planning an event and would like us to spread the word, please do not hesitate to drop me an e-mail with the details.

Until next time.

Angela Editor SK Magazines Editorial: Angela Burgess E: angela@skmagazines.co.uk Simon Hemsley SK Magazines T: 07952 005518 E: simon@skmagazines.co.uk W: www.skmagazines.co.uk

This month Food & Drink page 18

The perfect January recipe CHICKEN IN A POT WITH BUTTER BEANS. SERVES 4 At this time of year I want something hearty but light (normally dieting after the excesses of Christmas!).

This dish fits the bill beautifully and it’s incredibly low stress. The method is a mixture of frying and poaching which means the chicken will be very juicy but also have lovely crisp skin.

Apologies to anyone giving Veganuary a go.

8 Chicken Thighs 3 tblsps vegetable oil 1 small onion 6 garlic cloves skin on but squashed 300ml chicken stock Sprigs of thyme (about half a packet) Zest and juice of 1 lemon 300g spinach washed (any larges stalks removed)

chicken pieces in skin side down and leave to cook for about 15 minutes. Don’t move them or you’ll tear the skin. After about 8 minutes add the garlic and onion around the chicken.

When the 15 mins are up the skin should be lovely and crisp.

Turn the pieces over and pour in the water ensuring that the water just comes up to the skin not covering it. Add the thyme and lemon zest and leave to simmer for 10 minutes.

Lift the cooked chicken to a warmed plate and reduce the heat to low medium. Put the spinach into the pan with the butter beans on top.

Leave to warm up and wilt for a few minutes.

Return the chicken to the pan keeping the skin still above the broth. Warm through for about 5 minutes before stirring through the lemon juice.

Serve with crusty bread to mop up all the juices.

1 x 400g butter beans including their juice.

Salt the chicken pieces and leave for 10 minutes while you get the rest of the ingredients ready.

In a large shallow casserole dish put the vegetable oil over a medium heat. Place the

Contents Welcome - Page 3 Events - Pages 5, 6, 8 ,10, 12, 32 & 34 Garden Talk – Page 14 Community News – Page 16 & 38 Food & Drink – Page 18 Under the Hammer – Page 20 Whats Going On – Page 22 Children’s Activities = Pages 25 & 26 Interior Design – Page 28 Financial Matters – Page 30 Health & Wellbeing – Page 36 Travel Advice – Page 40 Mind Matters – Page 42 Charity News – Page 44 Community Index – Page 46 Wellbeing Pilates – Page 48 Ad Index - Page 50

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EVERY MONTH – ONCE A MONTH Potential New Members Evening – Theatre ‘Tour & Chat Tuesday’ 7.30pm for 8.00pm at Stockport Garrick Theatre, Exchange Street, SK3 0EJ Visit: www.stockportgarrick.co.uk and follow the menu links from ‘get involved’ to ‘join us’. Pick the Tuesday date that best suits you from those listed, complete the form and come along! If you have any questions re ‘Tour & Chat Tuesday’, drop Alice an email: membershipregistrar@ stockportgarrick.co.uk - We look forward to welcoming you very soon!

EVERY MONDAY: ONLINE GROUP MEDITATION

EVERY MONDAY: BRAMHALL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY 75th Anniversary Season. Presentations, Workshop’s, Competitions. 7.15pm. Bramhall Village Centre, Lumb Lane. New members welcome. Email: info.bramhallps@gmail.com www.bramhallps.org

EVERY MONDAY: THE ROBINS SINGERS All welcome, we are a sociable mixed voice choir and sing all genres of music. 7.30pm - 9pm Bramhall United Reformed Church, Robins Lane, SK7 2PE Contact sec.robinssingers@gmail.com Or Michelle on 07765238877

Do you want to lift your energy and feel lighter— right from home? 12:00pm Book your spot 1:1 taster (free-of-charge) Contact Amanda on 07863 158479 or email amandachow@ superselfhealing.co.uk

EVERY MONDAY AFTERNOON AT 2 PM: ART AND CRAFT GROUP AT BRAMHALL METHODIST CHURCH

EVERY MONDAY: BALLROOM/LATIN AMERICAN

LAST MONDAY OF THE MONTH: GATLEY & CHEADLE DIABETES GROUP

Sequence dance classes at Manchester Rugby Club Cheadle Hulme, SK8 7NB Contact: Susan Young 07712 069627/0161 437 4735 www.hartlanddance .co.uk

EVERY MONDAY: THE LINDOW SINGERS Wilmslow Academy Primary School, Handforth Road, Handforth 7:30pm. For more information contact Ann Epton, on 0161 485 2231 or Email Harry.Epton@ntlworld.com or visit https://www. lindowsingers.org.uk/

Call the Church Office for information 0161 439 1204

Contact Jean 0161 485 1628.

EVERY MONDAY & WEDNESDAY OVER 60’S MEN’S KEEP FIT Contact John on 01625 877549 or Graham on 0161 483 7631

EVERY MONDAY, WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY: CHEADLE HULME FITNESS Contact Penny on 0161 440 8059 or Email mail@cheadlehulmefitness.org.uk

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PLEASE CHECK MEETING IS ON BEFORE ATTENDING 1ST MONDAY OF EACH MONTH: KNIT, CRAFT AND NATTER

EVERY FOURTH MONDAY OF THE MONTH: THE TREFOIL GUILD

is free then to become a member is just £20 a month. There are also permanent free places on offer for those in need. Wilmslow - United Reformed Church, Chapel Ln, SK9 1PR 9.30 11.00am Heald Green - Village Hall, Outwood Rd, SK8 3JL 11.30am - 1.00pm Cheadle - Village Hall, SK8 1PQ 1.45 - 3.15pm You can email John - blaylocklive@gmail.com or just turn up.

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Please could you change the existing phone number and replace it with 0161 439 7135

EVERY TUESDAY: THE BARNBY CHOIR

at Cheadle Hulme Methodist Church 7pm-9pm.

Bring your own knitting, crochet, sewing projects for a time of creativity and chat. C ontact: jackiechmc@gmail.com.

2ND AND 4TH MONDAYS OF EACH MONTH: MEMORY LANE at Cheadle Hulme Methodist Church 2pm-4pm.

For people with dementia and their carers. Fun time with activities, games, singing and laughter.

Contact: jackiechmc@gmail.com.

EVERY TUESDAY (TERM TIME ONLY): BROOKDALE YOUTH THEATRE Email BrookdaleYT@outlook.com

EVERY 1ST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: BRAMHALL AND CHEADLE HULME FLOWER CLUB At Cheadle Hulme Village hall. From 2pm. Nov, Dec. Feb, March & April. And 7pm .May, June, July & Sept. Contact 0161.439.2023.

EVERY TUESDAY: AFTERNOON SEQUENCE TEA DANCE 2.00pm – 4.00pm at Manchester Rugby Club, Cheadle Hulme, SK8 7NB Contact; Susan Young 07712 069627/0161 437 4735 www.hartlanddance.co.uk

EVERY TUESDAY: HEALD GREEN COMMUNITY CHOIR For fun and friendship at 10-11:30 am, term time St Catherine’s church, Outwood Road. contact Kate 07794 050591 www.cheshirecommunitychoirs.com

EVERY TUESDAY: THE DAYTIME SINGERS The Daytime Singers are fun and friendly community singing groups run by charismatic, Mancunion musician. John Blaylock. First session

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8PM TIL 9.45PM AT WILMSLOW METHODIST CHURCH, WATER LAND, WILMSLOW SK9 5AR Contact Shan Bristow 01625 520194 or email shan@shanbristow.co.uk www.thebarnbychoir.co.uk

EVERY TUESDAY: MACCLESFIELD LIGHT ORCHESTRA Do you play a musical instrument? We always keen to attract new members, especially string and brass players. If you enjoy playing music and would like to join a friendly orchestra, please contact: Rosemary Jones 01625 529313.

7.45 pm in the Salvation Army Rooms, Roe Street, Macclesfield SK11 6UT. www. macclesfieldlightorchestra.co.uk

EVERY TUESDAY: MAGIC VOICES CHEADLE Meet at 7.45pm Trinity Church Hall, Massie Street, Cheadle SK8 1DU We are a non-audition, open choir. Contact Mike at mike@magicvoices.co.uk

EVERY FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: BRAMHALL & WOODFORD SEWING & CRAFT CIRCLE Contact Karen on 07860 458260.

EVERY TUESDAY: BRAMHALL WORLD CIRCLE DANCE GROUP Contact us through web site www.bramhallcircledance.wordpress.com or ring 07713 681439. First session free with SK booklet.

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PLEASE CHECK MEETING IS ON BEFORE ATTENDING EVERY TUESDAY: DEAN ROW SOCIAL BRIDGE CLUB We are a small, friendly club playing duplicate bridge. Come and make new friends. 1st 3 sessions are free including refreshments.

Meeting at Dean Row Village Hall 1.30pm -4.30pm. Contact, Carolyn at deanrowsocialbridgeclub@gmail.com or 0161 941 3686

EVERY TUESDAY: DUPLICATE BRIDGE AT 1PM at Handforth Hall tennis club, Woodlands Road Handforth SK93AW. Contact Cynthia on 01625 530279 or Email c_leigh1@hotmail.com

EVERY TUESDAY AND THURSDAY: THE DAY CENTRE - FOR OLDER PEOPLE Provides activities and a freshly cooked 2 course lunch. Transport could be provided. Contact Jane on 07706796471. Grove Lane Baptist Church from 10.30 -2.30pm

FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: BRAMHALL AND CHEADLE HULME FLOWER CLUB. At the All Saints Parish Rooms. From 2pm. Nov, Dec, Feb, March & April. And 7pm . May, June, July & Sept. Contact - 0161.439.2023.

SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: CHESHIRE LADIES LUNCHEON CLUB, Delicious lunch at Bramhall Golf Club , Ladythorn Rd. Interesting speaker and friendly company. Contact Lesley Cox 07534471782

EVERY SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: JAZZ AND SWING The Morley Green Club, Mobberley Road, Wilmslow, SK9 5NT Details (01625) 528336 www.grahambrookjazz.co.uk

EVERY SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: EPILEPSY SUPPORT, WILMSLOW We welcome anyone with epilepsy (and family/ friends) to meet others ‘in the same boat’ for an informal get-together to listen and share

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experiences in confidence, make new friends and reduce isolation. Whatever your circumstances, you will be most welcome. Ask for Cathy. 7pm 8.30pm, King William pub, 35 Manchester Road, Wilmslow SK9 1BQ https://www.epilepsy.org.uk/ support-groups/epilepsy-support-wilmslow

EVERY SECOND & FOURTH TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: STOCKPORT SYMPHONIC SOUNDS Contact Liz Pennington on 0161 439 7484

FIRST AND THIRD TUESDAY EVERY MONTH: KNIT AND KNATTER GROUP Contact Jean on 0161 439 8241.

EVERY WEDNESDAY: CHATTY CAFÉ WITH GAMES Outside The Box Board Game Cafe have teamed up with the Chatty Café Scheme to combat loneliness and we hold free sessions with volunteers at 12-3pm. More information can be found at www.thechattycafescheme.co.uk/venue/ outside-the-box/ Outside The Box, 3 4 Woodford Road, Bramhall SK7 1PA

EVERY OTHER WEDNESDAY: STOCKPORT LADYBROOK SPEAKERS CLUB Are you too nervous to speak in public? Is a fear of public speaking holding you back? Are you a confident speaker looking to improve your skills?

If so, come and join us at Stockport Ladybrook Speakers Club where you will be guaranteed a warm welcome! We meet fortnightly at The Pinewood Hotel, Handforth.

For more information visit www.stockportladybrookspeakers.co.uk or email sixdennetts@aol.com

FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH: OPEN MIC NIGHT Instrumentalists/vocalists it’s your time to shine!

Hazel Grove Bowling and Tennis Club Douglas Road Hazel Grove SK7 4JG. To book a slot contact Tony Johnston 07809471402 Email tjohnston218@gmail.com

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PLEASE CHECK MEETING IS ON BEFORE ATTENDING EVERY WEDNESDAY: POWNALL PROBEX CLUB Email pownallprobexclub.org.uk

EVERY WEDNESDAY: DUPLICATE BRIDGE AT 7PM at Handforth Hall tennis club, Woodlands Road Handforth SK9 3AW. contact Cynthia on 01625 530279 or Email c_leigh1@hotmail.com

EVERY WEDNESDAYS: (DURING TERM TIME) COMMUNITY CAFÉ open 9am-2pm serving breakfast and lunches.

All Hallows Church, allhallows.cheadle@gmail.com Tel: 0161 428 9121 Mon, Wed, Fri 9.00-1.00 www.allhallows-church.org.uk

EVERY WEDNESDAY: LINE DANCING AT BROOKDALE CLUB Bridge Lane, Bramhall at 1.45pm. Details contact Jean 0161 439 8241

EVERY WEDNESDAY: STOCKPORT BARBERSHOP CHORUS We sing as Harmony Revival and rehearse at 7.30 each Wednesday evening at Wesley Street Methodist Church in Hazel Grove and can be contacted via our website - harmonyrevival.co.uk, or by email to info@harmonyrevival.co.uk.

EVERY WEDNESDAY MORNING, POWNALL PROBEX, CHEADLE We meet at 9.30 am for coffee and biscuits before beginning the meeting at 10.00 am at the Cheshire Line Tavern, Cheadle, SK8 2NZ for a convivial gathering involving a different, lively speaker each week - plus excellent hospitality in the bar afterwards and a lunch at the end of every month. Please see pownallprobexclub.org.uk for further details and contacts.

SECOND WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH: THE ART SOCIETY NORTH EAST CHESHIRE After coffee at 10.00 talks begin at 10.30 at the the Wilmslow Conference Centre, Total Fitness, SK9 3PE. Contact: membership. northeastcheshire@theartssociety.org Or www.theartssocietynortheastcheshire.org.uk 10 | SKBramhall & Woodford - January/February 2026

FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH: WILMSLOW GUILD BIRDWATCHING GROUP Bourne Street, Wilmslow, SK95HD. All welcome.

Contact www.guildlifelonglearning.org

EVERY THURSDAY (TERM TIME) Seated Swans 10.15 - 10.45am. Silver Swans 11am - 12 noon. St Michael & All Angels Parish Church, Bramhall, SK7 2PG. Contact Helen 07800 721124 or email info@aspireballet.co.uk

EVERY THURSDAY: BRAMHALL THURSDAY CLUB We meet in Bramhall Methodist Church from 10-2.30. It’s an opportunity for older members of our community to get together for conversation, entertainment, gentle activities, and a delicious home-cooked lunch. New volunteers with a few hours a month to spare would be warmly welcomed to join our friendly group. Please contact Carol Sargent on 0161 439 1779, or pop in to see us any Thursday.

EVERY WEDNESDAY: THE LAURENCE SINGERS Email: enquiries@thelaurencesingers.org.uk or call Cliff on 01625 527204 or visit www.thelaurencesingers.org.uk

EVERY WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY: LIVE ACOUSTIC MUSIC Email info@stockportcommunitychoir.org.uk or ring Phil on 07771 730 810.

EVERY WEDNESDAY: POYNTON ROYAL BRITISH LEGION CONCERT BAND Rehearse at Poynton RBL, George’s Road West from 8pm - 10pm. New members welcome.

Recommended minimum standard grade 5.

Contact poyntonrblband@gmail.com for more information.

EVERY WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH – PARKINSON’S UK – STOCKPORT BRANCH Check out our web page www.parkinsons.org.uk/local-support-groups/ regions/stockport-branch for a full list of our programme.

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PLEASE CHECK MEETING IS ON BEFORE ATTENDING EVERY THURSDAY: CRYSTAL CHORDS We are an award winning women’s 4-part Capella chorus based in Stockport. We rehearse at 7.30-10pm at the Stockport Guildhall, 169-171 Wellington Road South, Stockport. New members are always welcome. Contact Laura at enquiries@ crystalchords.org.uk for more details or see us on Facebook or Instagram - Crystal_Chords

EVERY SECOND AND FOURTH THURSDAYS EACH MONTH LINK WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP AT BRAMHALL METHODIST CHURCH AT 2.30 PM Call the Church Office for information 0161 439 1204

THIRD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH (EX SEPTEMBER): Contact Jean Tudge 0161 487 1324.

EVERY THURSDAY: LADYBROOK SINGERS A friendly choir singing a varied upper voice repertoire. Thursday 7.30-9.45 Norbury Parish Church, Narthex SK7 4RF www.ladybrooksingers.com email: ladybrooksingers@gmail.com

EVERY 1/2/3/4TH THURSDAY OF THE MONTH (EXCEPT DECEMBER): PHD PATCHERS PATCHWORK AND QUILTING CLUB Contact: 07761 447063.

EVERY 4TH THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH (EXCEPT FOR DECEMBER): RETIRED TEACHERS CLUB Contacted on 0161 4398794. SK8 7AA. Call 0161 486 9226.

Silver Swans 11am - 12 noon St Michael & All Angels Parish Church, Bramhall, SK7 2PG Contact Helen 07800 721124 or email info@aspireballet.co.uk

EVERY THURSDAY: QUIZ NIGHT AT THE JOLLY SAILOR Free entry and prizes to be won from 9pm. 218 Bramhall Lane, Stockport. SK3 8TE.

EVERY 2ND THURSDAY OF THE MONTH: AIR-BRITAIN MANCHESTER BRANCH Guest Speakers 1pm for 1.30pm at Avro Heritage Museum, Woodford, SK7 1QS. Further details Brian 07940173360.

EVERY THIRD THURSDAY: BRAMHALL U3A MONTHLY MEETING. Sharing Knowledge. Developing Interests.

Making Friends.We have around 50 stimulating groups for people no longer in full time employment. From arts and crafts, languages, music, walking, history, card and board games to social activities, discussions, theatre visits and more – there’s something for everyone. www. bramhallu3a.org.uk or email enquiries@ bramhallu3a.org.uk for more information. Come and join us.

EVERY 1ST AND 3RD THURSDAY: PROBUS CLUB OF STOCKPORT SOUTH contact Chris Ward 0161 483 5174 or email: chrisward@vistech.plus.com.

Contact Elaine Noden 0161 355 1459.

EVERY THURSDAY: BRAMHALL COMMUNITY CHOIR+

FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH: WOODFORD WI

An advanced a cappella group. Thursday 11am12pm term time, Bramhall URC. contact Kate 07794 050591 www.cheshirecommunitychoirs.com

EVERY THURSDAY: STOCKPORT ART GUILD

EVERY THURSDAY (TERM TIME) ASPIRE BALLET: ADULT BALLET CLASSES Seated Swans 10.15 - 10.45am

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Contact Cheshire Federation of WIs at www.cheshirewi.org.uk or call 01244 347462.

Life Drawing. Stockport Art Gallery 7pm www.stockportartguild.com contact@stockportartguild.com

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Garden Talk

WINTER GARDENS IDEAS!

This month I have chosen three plants that are winterflowering and add scent to the garden, Camellia sasanqua, Hamamelis, and Mahonia ‘Charity’ they bring fragrance and beauty to any garden small or large, when most others lie dormant, they are also brilliant plants for pots on the patio for winter colour.

These resilient bloomers offer colour, scent, and structure during the coldest months.

Winter gardens often rely on evergreen foliage and structural interest, but a trio of scented winter-flowering shrubs Camellia sasanqua, Hamamelis (witch hazel), and Mahonia media ‘Charity’ can transform the landscape with unexpected bursts of colour and perfume. Each offers unique charm and hardy resilience, thriving in cold temperatures while delighting the senses.

Camellia sasanqua is one of my absolute favourite plants, rarely seen in gardens but is available in most garden centres. The public seem to head for the double blowsy blooms and miss out on this sensational single white scented Camellia. Originating from Japan, Camellia sasanqua is an evergreen shrub that blooms from late autumn into winter. Unlike its springflowering double Camellias, sasanqua varieties are prized for their strong fragrance, smaller leaves, and profuse white blooms, often with golden stamens that catch the low winter light.

Varieties like ‘Yuletide’ and ‘Cleopatra White’ are especially popular for their vibrant colour and scent.

Camellia sasanqua prefers acidic, well-drained soil and I always protect it from the cold winds. It’s well-suited to containers filled with ericaceous compost, making it a versatile choice for patios and courtyards. With its compact growth and glossy evergreen foliage, it also lends itself to never needing pruning or shaping, adding year-round elegance.

Hamamelis (Witch Hazel) I know I have

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mentioned this plant before, but it is my goto garden design, winter flowering plant.

Hamamelis is a deciduous shrub renowned for its spidery, fragrant flowers that bloom on bare branches from December through February. The blooms typically yellow and orange, emit a sweet, spicy scent that drifts through the garden on the winter air.

Hamamelis intermedia ‘Arnold Promise is my favourite.

Witch hazel thrives in well drained soil and benefits from a sunny or lightly shaded position. Its autumn foliage is a spectacle in itself, turning brilliant shades of gold or butter yellow, as a focal point in borders or woodland gardens, Hamamelis offers both seasonal interest and a touch of magic during the bleakest months.

Mahonia media ‘Charity’ is another bold evergreen shrub and is a stunning winter flowering shrub, producing upright spikes of pale yellow, lily-of-the-valley-scented flowers from November to March. The blooms are followed by clusters of deep purple berries, which attract birds. Its architectural, holly-like leaves provide year-round structure and contrast beautifully with softer plantings. Mahonia ‘Charity’ is ideal for shady spots, though it tolerates sun if the soil remains moist. It can grow quite large, but I prune it hard every spring to keep it down to 1m.

Together, these three plants offer a symphony of scent, colour, and texture during the quiet season. Whether nestled in borders, containers, or woodland edges, they prove that winter gardens can be just as enchanting as their summer counterparts.

Happy Gardening!

Kevin Pratt Home Garden Consultation.

With 40 years’ experience, Kevin advises on planting, design and pruning with a visit to your garden. www.gardenconsultation.co.uk info@kevinpratt.co.uk

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Community news STOCKPORT CARE HOMES TEAM UP WITH THE COMMUNITY FOR DIY PROJECTS Two Stockport care homes have joined forces with local school children and the community as part of a nationwide initiative to prevent DIY skills from being forgotten.

Residents at Care UK’s Abney Court in Abney Hall Park in Cheadle and Ladybrook Manor in Bramhall, have been rolling up their sleeves and getting stuck into some hands-on DIY – all in the name of sharing skills with the next generation.

As part of Care UK’s ‘Fixer Uppers’ programme, at Abney Court, residents teamed up with pupils from Ladybarn House to upcycle unwanted household items, including wellies, Crocs and even Lego containers.

Together, they turned them into plant pots filled with spring bulbs and winter flowers.

82-year-old Abney Court resident, Norma Jones, said: ‘’I really enjoyed spending time with the children upcycling items. Our generation is used to re-using and repairing things before we buy new, so it was a pleasure sharing our knowledge and skills with the children.’’

At Ladybrook Manor, the team held a repair shop-style event run by Marc Ward, the home’s Maintenance Coordinator and Diane Smith, the Head Housekeeper.

During the event, residents and the community were given the opportunity to bring items that needed fixing, giving their belongings a new lease of life. They were joined by the Physio Fit team, who also repaired and replaced the residents’ frames and sticks.

George Hill, resident at Ladybrook Manor, said: “I thoroughly enjoyed the sense of purpose —

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everyone working together, sharing skills. It makes far more sense to repair things than to throw them out. In my day, we valued what we had, and I believe it’s important that we continue to do so.”

Zoe Smart, Home Manager at Abney Court, said: “Residents here at Abney Court have a wealth of skills and life experiences, and the ‘Fixer Uppers’ project has been a wonderful opportunity for them to share practical knowledge in a meaningful way.”

“A big thank you to Ladybarn House for joining us to build the plant pots – it’s been a real pleasure working together!”

Susan Cameron, General Manager at Ladybrook Manor, added: “Our maintenance and housekeeping teams consistently go above and beyond to maintain the care home and support meaningful activities for residents. Their involvement in the Fixer Uppers project has made a real difference, and it’s been wonderful to watch residents build on their talents under their guidance.

Launched to celebrate International Repair Day, the initiative aims to revive traditional repair skills – such as fixing furniture, mending clothes and tackling small maintenance jobs – and champion the invaluable knowledge older generations can pass on while promoting sustainability. To find out more about Fixer Uppers, please visit: careuk.com/Fixer-Uppers www. careuk.com/stockport

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The perfect January recipe CHICKEN IN A POT WITH BUTTER BEANS. SERVES 4 At this time of year I want something hearty but light (normally dieting after the excesses of Christmas!).

This dish fits the bill beautifully and it’s incredibly low stress. The method is a mixture of frying and poaching which means the chicken will be very juicy but also have lovely crisp skin.

Apologies to anyone giving Veganuary a go.

8 Chicken Thighs 3 tblsps vegetable oil 1 small onion 6 garlic cloves skin on but squashed 300ml chicken stock Sprigs of thyme (about half a packet) Zest and juice of 1 lemon 300g spinach washed (any larges stalks removed) 1 x 400g butter beans including their juice.

Salt the chicken pieces and leave for 10 minutes while you get the rest of the ingredients ready.

In a large shallow casserole dish put the vegetable oil over a medium heat. Place the

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chicken pieces in skin side down and leave to cook for about 15 minutes. Don’t move them or you’ll tear the skin. After about 8 minutes add the garlic and onion around the chicken.

When the 15 mins are up the skin should be lovely and crisp.

Turn the pieces over and pour in the water ensuring that the water just comes up to the skin not covering it. Add the thyme and lemon zest and leave to simmer for 10 minutes.

Lift the cooked chicken to a warmed plate and reduce the heat to low medium. Put the spinach into the pan with the butter beans on top.

Leave to warm up and wilt for a few minutes.

Return the chicken to the pan keeping the skin still above the broth. Warm through for about 5 minutes before stirring through the lemon juice.

Serve with crusty bread to mop up all the juices.

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Chinese Year of the Horse

On the eve of the Chinese Year of the Horse Since then, they have been passed down the beware if your wife turns 60 in 2026, writes generations, with many current owners having Charles Hanson. no idea just how much they are worth.

February 17 marks the start of the Chinese New Year which, in 2026, Like this rare celebrates the Year of the Horse. libation cup Every Chinese zodiac comes with its found in a own mood and personality. garage. Or this blue and white After the slower snake year of 2025, Chinese pot, the horse is considered one of the which was used most dynamic and spirited signs in as a doorstop the zodiac. and known to But 2026 is not just the Year of the the family simply A 15th-century vase, Horse. expected to make as “Aunt Beryl’s £100-£200, sold for A Tang dynasty (618–907) It is more specifically the dreaded vase”, which sold £130,000 at Hansons earthenware horse shows the Year of the Fire-Horse, which only Auctioneers’ recent importance of equines, image for £800,000. occurs once every 60 years. sale saleroom, image courtesy of Metropolitan courtesy of Hansons Museum of Art The reason the Superstition has it that girls born in Auctioneers this year, last seen in 1966, prices are soaring are so fiery that they either is because China’s kill their future husbands or growing wealth has significantly shorten their created high net worth lives. individuals who are So watch out anyone whose keen to repatriate wife turns 60 this year! objects to their Charles Hanson with In Chinese mythology, horses a rare libation cup homeland and reclaim in general were associated which was found their country’s past. in a garage, image with dragons, thought to be courtesy of Hansons The vase’s six-character mark So the Year of the capable of flight and able to Auctioneers dated it to the Xuande period carry humans to the land of (1426–1435), image courtesy Fire-Horse might just of Hansons Auctioneers the immortals. be your year. Why not come along to our next Think of the equine funerary figures of the Tang valuation at St John’s Church Centre, Church Hill, Dynasty.

Knutsford, WA16 6DH, on January 30 from In recent years we have seen some wonderful 11am-1pm to discover if you are galloping results for all types of Oriental objects in our into 2026. salerooms.

A cracked vase kept in a loft, expected to make just £100, sold for £130,000 in our Derby Auctioneer saleroom after it was discovered to be a rare Charles Hanson Ming treasure.

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‘HOLLYWOOD OF THE NORTH - STOCKPORT’.

If you’ve travelled along the A6 (towards Hazel Grove) in the last month or so, either on foot or in a vehicle, you may have noticed a vibrant new addition to the Stockport skyscape.

Stockport Garrick Theatre (the oldest ‘Little Theatre’ in the UK), is brimming with pride once more as the building now boasts a bold, magnificent, multi-themed, mural!

Bringing the spirit of theatre to life, whilst celebrating the creativity of the community and the magic of live performance, in all its forms, was not an easy task. However, New Zealand born artist ‘Captain Kris’ (www.captainkris.com) came to the rescue, and ‘Hollywood of the North - Stockport’ became a reality!

In the spring of this year Stockport Garrick Theatre Limited and Totally Stockport (www.totallystockport.co.uk), had joined forces in a bid to search for an artist who could help restore and revive what was admittedly a tired

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exterior, to one that not only truly reflected the energy and dynamics hiding within it, but highlighted the broad heritage and shared history of the artistic community throughout Stockport.

Having successfully completed Phase 1, ‘Captain Kris’ will shortly begin the next stage of the theatre’s transformation on the upper A6 section, along with Exchange Street. The Garrick will then continue the renovation of the remaining exterior areas.

Once completed, there will be no doubt that Stockport Garrick Theatre and Stockport are seen to be truly alive, thriving and open to all!

In essence, ‘little theatre status’ implies a commitment to community arts and artistic exploration outside the mainstream commercial theatre industry. In the UK, the Little Theatre Guild specifically comprises independent amateur theatres that own or lease their own premises.

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Provide a variety of toys and activities to suit all ages, along with healthy snacks and drinks.

St Michael & All Angels Church, St Michael’s Avenue, Bramhall, SK7 2PG..

Saturdays 1.15pm-2pm.Starlight Performing Arts Academy CIC, Bramhall Moor Lane, (opp Stepping Hill Maternity Hospital) SK7 5AA. T 0161 439 8009 or 07515 397715. www.starlightperformingarts.t83.net

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Friday during term time, 10-11.15am at Bramhall Methodist Church, Bramhall.

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Tuesdays at Bramhall Scout Hut, St Michael’s Avenue, Bramhall. Call Sam to pre book on 07973 886783. 1.45pm: 2.5-3.5 years & 2.45pm: 3.5- school age & 3.45pm: Reception & 4.45pm: Years 1 & 2.

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Classes take place in and around the Stockport area and can also be conducted in your own home. Please contact Jaime on 07909 005129 or email stockport@bumpsandbashes.com.

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The award winning baby development classes run Monday – Friday at various times from their dedicated and bespoke centre in Cheadle Hulme precinct. For more information please contact Natalie on stockport@babysensory.co.uk or visit their website www.babysensory.com/ stockport for class availability and times.

For 4-11 year olds, on a Wednesday afternoon at 4pm (term time only) at the United Reformed Church, Robins Lane, Bramhall. A “La Jolie Ronde” licensed teacher, who uses songs, stories, role plays & games to teach French to children. Call Claire 07866 852859.

Wednesday mornings @ United Reform Church, Robins Lane, off Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall SK7 2PE. Call Sue on 01625 540999

Jo Jingles

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Each week different educational themes are introduced using well-known nursery rhymes and action songs. Mondays 9.30am - Under 2s and 10.30 - Over 2s. Wednesdays 9.25am - Over 2s and 10.20 - Under 2s at Bramhall Methodist Church, Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall. Call Laura on 0161 431 0674/07983513491 to book

Little Lambs Baby & Toddler Group 10-11.30am. Thursdays (term time only) at Bramhall Baptist Church, Woodford Road. SK7 1PB. Toys, refreshments and song time. Suggested donation of £2 per adult, pre-booking is now required. Check bramhallbaptist.org or email bramhallbaptist.church@gmail.com for more details.

Little Superstars Sports Club

Trinity Gardens, Davenport. Mornings & afternoons. Call Louise 07904 311552.

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Little Mess - Sensory classes for early years.

Tuesday 10.30-11.30am, Hazel Grove Bowling and Tennis club & Fridays, 10-11am Woodford community centre.

Messy Play Classes at Fir Road Scout Hut in Bramhall on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. The classes are for children from 5 months to 5 years and are messy play and mark making classes with an emphasis on early writing skills. I can be contacted via this email address:katie@littlelearnersuk.com.

Mucky Pups Arts & Crafts St Michael’s Scout Hut, St Michael’s Avenue, Bramhall. Mornings. Call Nikki on 07511 622445.

MummyFIT Bring your baby along & join in a fun workout designed for pre and post natal mums. (10+ classes per week) Contact: Jen: 07944737245

Mini Movers Tuesday 9am- 12pm at Bramhall Lawn Tennis Club. Call Abi on

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Pre-School Swimming Monday 1.15-1.45pm and Friday 11.30-12pm.

Hazel Grove Baths, Jackson Lane, Hazel Grove.

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Pre-School Tap Dancing RJL Dance Studios, St Peter’s Parish Centre, Hazel Grove. Tuesdays at 3.454.15pm. Call 07739 695603 for places.

Pyjama Drama

Tuesday mornings 2- 5 year olds. United Reformed Church, Bramhall. Call Alison 0844 504 5119 or alison@pyjamadrama.com.

Rhythm Time

Friday mornings. chantelle.s@rhythmtime. org 07563 388111 The Bramley Centre, Scout Hut, Bramley Close, SK7 2DT.

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Rhythm & Rhyme

We offer multi-sensory, exciting, structured classes with Makaton signing. Join the fun!

For babies & preschool children. Thursday mornings, Bramhall 4th Scout Hut, 67 St Michael’s Avenue SK7 2PG. Call Laura 07795 484494 or visit rhythmandrhyme.co.uk

Seedlings

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Tiny Talk Baby Singing

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Tumble Tots, Gym Babes & Gym Bobs

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Saturdays between 12.15pm-3pm. Bramhall Lane Lawn Tennis Club, Ramsdale Road, Bramhall SK7 2PZ. Classes last approx 45 minutes. Please pre-book with Sue on 0161 456 6166 or tumbletots.bramhall@ntlworld.com.

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Business Profile DAY IN THE LIFE OF… ROWENA BOLTON

HOME MANAGER AT BRAMHALL MANOR CARE HOME that bring out their spark. I love chatting and laughing with them; in my opinion it’s the best part of the day and they never fail to make me smile, with one particular gentleman calling out “hello boss!” when he spots me.”

With our new senior wellbeing coordinator Sammy in place, we now have lots of great chatter about what’s going on and what activities are taking place. Sammy has created a brilliant programme full of wellness events, movement sessions, and hobbies that keep everyone engaged and happy.

While some residents prefer a quiet morning in their rooms, others head to the lounge to watch TV or join in group activities. “It’s really important to us that everyone gets to spend the day just as they like it,” says Rowena, “The afternoons are busier, with families and friends visiting, and there’s nothing lovelier than the home buzzing with conversation, laughter, and the clink of coffee cups.

“Sometimes I’ll do show-arounds for new families; I adore talking about our home, our exceptional staff, and the vibrant community we’ve built together.”

Many Bramhall Manor residents enjoy outings too — a trip to the garden centre, the M&S café, or a round of golf or bridge with friends. The care home gardens are also a big hit, with everyone loving a stroll in the fresh air.

For Rowena, music is her passion and since joining the Rock Choir, she has brought that joy into the home, much to the delight of staff and residents alike.

“Our singalongs are pure magic — familiar songs, smiling faces, and a real sense of togetherness. I thoroughly believe in the power of music to bring people together and provide joy.”

By late afternoon, the home quietens down as everyone enjoys a cup of tea and a chat before dinner.

“I’ve been a home manager for more than three years now, and I still find it hard to leave at the end of the day,” says Rowena, “And I think that says something, every moment here is meaningful — and I couldn’t be prouder of our residents, our team, and the loving home we’ve created together.”

For further information on the care available at Bramhall Manor, please contact Rowena on 0161 675 0205 or visit lovettcare.co.uk.

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ADVERTORIAL

With Bramhall Manor recently joining the Lovett family of care homes, we caught up with home manager Rowena Bolton to learn more about the exciting move and what a typical day looks like for her and the team at the care home.

It’s just after 8:15am when Rowena arrives at Bramhall Manor ready for another busy but rewarding day.

The first thing she always does is take a walk around the home, chatting to the care team and any residents who are having their morning cuppas to ensure everyone is well and the atmosphere is calm and positive.

“It’s a little ritual that sets the tone for the day,” she explains, “I can get a very quick feel for where everyone is up to and if anyone needs anything immediately, and get those things sorted before I do anything else. Communication with our residents and the carers is a key part of the role and helps everything run smoothly.”

She also has a quick catch up with head of care Carina and clinical lead Candice to run though the previous evening and night shift, to see how everyone was during the night, if there are any concerns to be aware of or equally any lovely moments to note.

Once the morning is underway and residents are having breakfast, Rowena takes some time to be at her desk, responding to emails, new enquiries or questions from residents’ families and making any calls as necessary.

By 11am it’s time for the morning meeting, “No two days are ever the same, so our daily meeting is an important session to run through key priorities, share updates, celebrate any successes or notable achievements and set out what we want to do that day,” says Rowena.

It’s always a great session, “We are a very close-knit team that really cares about what we do and we work together well to deliver a wonderful level of personal care for our family of residents.”

After the meeting, Rowena likes to spend time with the residents, really catching up, enjoying their conversation and taking part in their daily lives, “Quality moments with our residents are the absolute highlight of my day,” she said, “Each one is an individual, with their own personality, story and things

I

WINTER HOME

do secretly love the dark wintery months.

It’s the perfect excuse to curl up on the sofa with some great (or trashy) TV or a film, warm comfies covering me from head to toe and I light a candle or two. If anybody comes to the door after 5pm I’m almost disgusted and exclaim “Who’s that?!”, much to my kid’s amusement.

I have spent up at Christmas, fed everybody, cleaned the house enough, as if we always live like that, and now it’s my turn to hibernate.

Don’t get me wrong, I’m still working in the day and there’s always something or other needs fixing, replacing and always hungry people of a weekend but I long for when it darkens, the heating goes on along with the lamps (never the big light) and I fight for the best blankets with the cat.

You really don’t need much to create a warm cosy décor in the earliest part of the year. You may have some candle gifts from Christmas, gather them together with differing heights, on a suitable tray for safety and add pretty things to set them off – maybe a picture, a little plant

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or some faux flowers (there’s none in the garden yet) and a glass of wine!

Throws are welcome around the house so that wherever you land there is something close by to keep your cockles warmed. The fluffier the better, but the key is in layering them. Try to keep to similar colours along the dark to light colour chart, or put colours together that work – my current favourite is yellows and pinks. If you have a salmon pink, choose a muted yellow and creams for a calming colour palette.

If you’ve more beiges, then you can go all the way to deep tan for a sumptuous feel.

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A CLEAR GUIDE TO THE RECENT 2025 UK BUDGET:

What the Latest Tax Changes will Mean for Individuals and Business Owners

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he UK’s Autumn Budget 2025 introduced a series of tax changes that will influence how people earn, save and invest over the coming years. While the Government avoided increasing headline tax rates, several structural adjustments mean many households and businesses will experience a higher overall tax burden over time. Here is a straightforward overview of the key changes—and what they may mean for both individuals and business owners.

Frozen Tax Thresholds: Quiet but Far-Reaching One of the most significant announcements is the extension of the freeze on income tax and National Insurance thresholds until 2031. Rates remain the same, but the thresholds at which you begin paying more tax stay fixed. As wages rise with inflation, more people are expected to drift into higher tax bands—a process often called “fiscal drag.”

For employees this means a gradual rise in their effective tax rate, even without a formal increase.

For employers, particularly small businesses, the freeze could lead to higher payroll costs as staff request pay rises to offset the impact.

Higher Taxes on Savings, Dividends and Rental Income A key theme of the Budget is aligning the taxation of “unearned” income more closely with employment income.

From April 2026, dividend tax rates rise by two percentage points for basic- and higher-rate taxpayers. From April 2027, savings and property income will be taxed at 22%, 42% and 47% at the basic, higher and additional rates.

This will affect investors, landlords, and anyone supplementing their income with dividends from a share portfolio. It also has significant consequences for business owners who take part of their income in dividends—an approach long used to manage tax efficiently. Many small company directors will need to reassess their remuneration strategies.

New High-Value Property Surcharge From 2028, residential properties valued above £2 million will face a new annual surcharge starting at £2,500 and rising to £7,500. While this targets a small proportion of homes nationally, it will be more noticeable in areas with higher property values. Owners, including landlords, will need to factor this cost into long-term budgeting or rental

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decisions.

Salary-Sacrifice Pension Contributions: A Narrowed Advantage From April 2029, only the first £2,000 of salarysacrifice pension contributions will be exempt from National Insurance. Larger contributions will attract both employer and employee NICs. This is particularly relevant for higher earners and business owners using salary sacrifice to optimise pension funding.

Impacts on Business Owners Business owners are likely to feel several combined effects: n Higher dividend taxes will increase the cost of drawing profits from limited companies. n Rising payroll pressures may affect staffing budgets as employees experience the impact of frozen thresholds. n Reduced pension flexibility will change the way many directors structure their contributions. n Rental property investors operating through companies may also see reduced net returns.

Conclusion The 2025 Budget does not raise headline tax rates but reshapes the tax landscape in ways that will gradually increase liabilities for many individuals and businesses. Reviewing income structures, pension plans and investment strategies sooner rather than later will help households and business owners stay wellprepared as these changes take effect over the coming years.

It is always advisable to seek professional advice from an accountant or tax advisor to ensure that you are fulfilling your tax obligations correctly whilst making the most of any available tax saving strategies and reliefs.

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PLEASE CHECK MEETING IS ON BEFORE ATTENDING LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH: SOCIAL NIGHT AT ALL HALLOWS

EVERY SUNDAY: BRAMHALL BAPTIST CHURCH MORNING SERVICE

Play pool, table tennis or just call in for a chat from 7.30pm until 9pm. All Hallows Church, Cheadle. www.allhollows-church.org.uk

For more details www.bramhallbaptist.co.uk or call 0161 440 9091.

EVERY FRIDAY: ST ANN’S HOSPICE FESTIVAL CHOIR

Contact Suzi: 07876 152 630. www.oagb.org.uk

We are looking for new members. We rehearse on Fridays 7.15 – 9.30pm at Cheadle Hulme Methodist Church. We rehearse for 8 weeks prior to each concert. If you’d like to sing with our choir, send a message to hospicechoir@aol.co.uk

FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH: THE BROOKDALE CLUB QUIZ NIGHT

EVERY FRIDAY: BEGINNERS LINE DANCING CLASS

Talk by Jane Allison on a ‘Banquet for Bees and Butterflies.’ A look at how we can help butterflies all year round, through our planting choices.

7.30pm at Parish Rooms, Church Rd, Cheadle Hulme SK8 7JB. After the talk, there will be a raffle and refreshments, and an opportunity to ask Jane questions.Admission £3 members, £4 non members www.cheadlehulmegardeningsociety T:- Kate 07796661828 or Gill 07932995302

10-11am at the Scout hut on Fir Road Contact Ann Robinson 07855015365

FIRST AND 3RD FRIDAY EACH MONTH: STOCKPORT AND DISTRICT SOCIETY OF MODEL ENGINEERS Meet at 7:30pm, at St Catherine’s Church Hall, Outwood Road, Heald Green. SK8 3QJ, for talks and discussions. If you are interested in model engineering whether experienced or a beginner contact us at info@stockportmodelengineers.co.uk

EVERY FRIDAY: BRAMHALL COMMUNITY CHOIR For fun and friendship 2pm-3.30pm term time at Centrepoint, Bramhall Methodist, also Fridays 12pm-1pm term time at Bramhall URC. Bramhall Beginners’ Choir. Learn how to sing and build your confidence. contact Kate 07794 050591 www.cheshirecommunitychoirs.com

EVERY FRIDAY: MINDFULNESS FOR WELLBEING All Saints Parish Rooms, Church Road, Cheadle Hulme. 12 - 1pm.More info from Katie Sheen www.soulnutrition.org, katie@soulnutrition.org Tel: 07703 342 781

EVERY SATURDAY: STOCKPORT ART GUILD Portraiture. Stockport Art Gallery 10.30am www.stockportartguild.com contact@stockportartguild.com

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EVERY SUNDAY: “HUNGRY FOR HELP”

Contact Roger Salt on 0161 439 0371.

FRIDAY 9TH JANUARY: CHEADLE HULME GARDENING SOCIETY

SATURDAY 17TH – 24TH JANUARY: PRESSURE BY DAVID HAIG 7.30pm on the Main Stage at Stockport Garrick Theatre, SK3 0EJ An intense, real-life drama, centred around the most important weather forecast in the history of warfare – June 1944.

Bookings via website: www.stockportgarrick.co.uk OR Email: boxoffice@stockportgarrick.co.uk

TUESDAY 20TH - SATURDAY 24TH JANUARY: BROOKDALE THEATRE PRESENTS God of Carnage - A hilarious play performed ‘in the round’ What happens when two sets of parents meet up to deal with the unruly behaviour of their children? Boys will be boys, the adults are usually worse - much worse! Expect razor-sharp dialogue, gripping performances, and a rollercoaster of emotions in this fast-paced, comedy that will leave you laughing, cringing and questioning your own instincts. Curtain up 7.30pm www.thebrookdaleclub.com

PLEASE CHECK MEETING IS ON BEFORE ATTENDING 31ST JANUARY: STOCKPORT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Arnold Four Scottish Dances. Beethoven Piano Concerto No 5 - ‘Emperor’ ANNA MCCARGOW Tchaikovsky Symphony No 1 ‘Winter Daydreams’.

Robert Guy conductor. At Stockport Town Hall.

Tickets £16/£14/£5 www.ticketsource.co.uk/sso or call 07947 474574. www.stockportsymphony.co.uk

TUESDAY 10TH – 14TH FEBRUARY: LOVESONG BY ABI MORGAN 7.30pm in the Studio at Stockport Garrick Theatre, SK3 0EJ Love is a leap of faith. A heartfelt story of one couple, told at two different points in their lives. Bookings via website: www.stockportgarrick.co.uk OR Email: boxoffice@stockportgarrick.co.uk

THURSDAY 19TH – 21ST FEBRUARY: BRAINSTORM DEVISED BY STOCKPORT GARRICK YOUTH. Blueprint by Ned Glasier, Emily Lim and Company Three. 7.30pm on the Main Stage at Stockport Garrick Theatre, SK3 0EJ. Witness a passionate insight of a group of young people trying to make sense of the world, whilst their constantly

developing brains hurry to keep up. Bookings via website: www.stockportgarrick.co.uk OR Email: boxoffice@stockportgarrick.co.uk Under 16s HALF PRICE!

FRIDAY 13TH FEBRUARY: CHEADLE HULME GARDENING SOCIETY Quiz Night - this is a popular evening, enjoyed by all. You are welcome on your own or bring friends along. Starts 7.30pm at the Parish Rooms, Church Rd, Cheadle Hulme SK8 7JB. Between rounds there will be refreshments and a raffle.

Admission £5 includes refreshments. www.cheadlehulmegardeningsociety.com T:- Kate 07796661828 or Gill 07932995302

SATURDAY 28TH FEBRUARY: STOCKPORT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Doreen Carwithen Bishop Rock - Dorothy Howell Lamia - Florence Price Piano Concerto CLARE HAMMOND - Bartok Concerto for Orchestra. Philip Ellis conductor. At Stockport Town Hall. Tickets £16/£14/£5 www.ticketsource.co.uk/sso or call 07947 474574. www.stockportsymphony.co.uk

JUST HELPING – CLEARING UP YOUR OLD CHRISTMAS TREES The Manchester-born charity Just Helping is once again gearing up for its 2026 Christmas Tree Collection, a campaign that brings together environmental sustainability and community spirit.

Since launching in 2012, the initiative has grown into a nationwide movement, raising over £7 million for charities across the UK. In 2025, Manchester’s collection raised an incredible £117,000 for Moya Cole Hospice (formerly St Ann’s Hospice), Francis House Children’s Hospice, and other Greater Manchester charities, while preventing 85,000 kg of CO2 emissions from being released into the atmosphere.

Residents can register their trees from 15th November for a small donation.

Between 9th–13th January 2026, local volunteers will collect trees from your doorstep to be chipped and recycled for community green spaces.

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MASSAGE MATTERS (More than you think)

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ondering if a massage might help with a sore neck and shoulders or an achy, tired back?

Everybody knows that a good massage can have a soothing and calming effect, especially if you’re feeling stressed or anxious.

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Massage has been used for centuries, as an effective way to relieve muscle tension and relax both body and mind. But that’s not all it can do for you, what are some other benefits of massage ?

According to the AMTA Consumer Survey, 67% of individuals surveyed claim their primary reason for receiving a massage in the previous 12 months was medical (41%) or stress (26%) related.

Reduces stress, boosts mental health, relieves pain A build-up of chronic stress can impact your health in various ways, physically and mentally.

Massage can help you relieve some of that accumulated stress before it overwhelms you.

Stress can exacerbate pain, so if massage therapy helps you manage your stress levels, it follows that this can result in better pain relief.

Improved skin tone and circulation The friction of a massage warms your tissues and enhances the flow of oxygenated and nutrient-rich blood. increasing circulation boosts the delivery of this nourishment to muscles, connective tissues, and skin. This extra nourishment can enhance physical performance and support injury recovery.

Boosts your immune system Massage also helps to stimulate the lymphatic system, supporting your body to eliminate toxins and strengthening your immune system. It can also reduce the levels of inflammatory cytokines and cortisol in your body, returning it to better balance. Some research shows that regular massage can help to manage symptoms in those with autoimmune diseases.

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Relieves tired and stiff joints Recent evidence supports the effectiveness of manual therapy, including massage, in sports injury rehabilitation and general pain management for those with chronic conditions including Arthritis, MS, ME, CFS, Fibromyalgia.

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HEARING DOGS FOR DEAF PEOPLE APEAL

Hearing Dogs for Deaf People is appealing for dog lovers across Cheshire to become volunteer puppy trainers.

Hearing Dogs for Deaf People trains dogs to alert deaf people to important and life-saving sounds such as smoke alarms, doorbells, and even baby monitors.

When fully trained, hearing dogs not only provide practical assistance to deaf people but also offer lots of love and emotional support and help reduce isolation and loneli-ness, which many deaf people experience.

Trinity Rogers, 25, from Sale, has been deaf since birth, and was diagnosed with a Language Processing Disorder (LPD) at the age of seven.

She was partnered with her hearing dog Alvin in 2019.

“Growing up with both deafness and a language processing disorder was a struggle. I didn’t have any friends and was bullied relentlessly at primary school. I felt very isolated.”

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focus better on speech because I know Alvin will tell me if there is anything I need to be aware of.”

“He also reminds people that I have hearing loss. People are more patient and understanding when they see Alvin with me. People who previously thought I was ignoring them, now understand that I’m actually deaf.”

Volunteering involves taking a puppy into your own home for six to 18 months at a time. We talked to existing volunteer puppy trainer Karen Hardcastle who said “It’s just been the best thing I’ve ever done – to have a dog, to learn a skill, meet lots of people, get out and about, and make a difference to someone else’s life.”

“When I speak to prospective volunteers, the first thing they say is, ‘I’d love to do it, but I couldn’t give the puppy up at the end’. Of course you miss the dog you’ve been training, but a lot of the emotion isn’t sadness, it’s happiness. To give this life-changing gift to someone you don’t know is an amazing feeling.”

If you’d like to find out more visit https://www. hearingdogs.org.uk/how-you-can-help/volunteer/ dog-trainer, or contact the volunteering team directly at volun-teer@hearingdogs.org.uk or 01844 348129.

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Travel advice Seychelles, Maldives or Mauritius? How to Choose Your Perfect Indian Ocean Escape

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The Seychelles Scattered across the Indian Ocean off East Africa, the Seychelles is a collection of 115 islands famed for their dramatic granite boulders, emerald jungles and pristine beaches.

It’s perfect for travellers who crave nature, space and serenity.

Mahé blends lively markets and scenic trails with tropical calm, while Praslin is home to the legendary Vallée de Mai. Then there’s La Digue — an island with no cars and a pace of life that feels timeless. Think turquoise lagoons, slow bicycle rides and beaches so beautiful they don’t look real.

The Maldives A necklace of 26 coral atolls and over 1,000 islands, the Maldives defines barefoot luxury.

Each resort sits on its own island, with soft white sands, dazzling lagoons and often, iconic overwater villas. Days revolve around relaxation, indulgent dining and spectacular snorkelling or diving.

This is a destination for privacy, pampering and romance — perfect for couples or anyone who wants to switch off completely. Getting there is part of the adventure: after a direct flight to Malé, guests transfer by speedboat or seaplane to their island paradise.

Mauritius Larger and more diverse than its neighbours, Mauritius is a single island bursting with colour, character and culture. It combines golden beaches and turquoise lagoons with rainforests, waterfalls and lively towns.

Here you’ll find adventure alongside relaxation — from hiking in Black River Gorges National Park to kite surfing at Le Morne and exploring markets in Port Louis. Mauritius has broad appeal for families, couples and groups, with resorts catering to all ages and budgets.

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The Beaches Seychelles beaches like Anse Lazio and Anse Source d’Argent are pictureperfect and often blissfully uncrowded.

In the Maldives, every resort boasts postcard sands and crystal lagoons with colourful reefs just steps from shore. Mauritius offers variety — calm coves for swimming, lively family beaches, and dramatic backdrops like Le Morne’s mountain views.

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ANXIETY: THE POINTLESS EMOTION Let me start with a simple definition: anxiety is largely a feeling of worry or dread about something in the future that hasn’t happened yet.

And here’s the fascinating thing – anxiety is the ONLY negative emotion we can feel about the future. To explain; you can’t be angry about the future, because it hasn’t happened yet.

You can’t be sad about the future... You can only be anxious about it, which is essentially worrying that something bad might happen.

The Key Word? “Might” Because anxiety is about the future, it means these things may not actually happen.

And this is where it gets really interesting.

A large meta-study on people who had experienced anxiety in their lives showed that up to 95% of the things people had worried about in their lives did not happen.

So we can say now with a high degree of probability that anxiety is fairly pointless! We’re worrying about things that 90% of the time simply don’t come true.

Christmas Time…Peak Anxiety Season This time of year is particularly notorious for anxiety. We worry about relatives getting on (or not), about the dinner being perfect, about money, about whether people will like their gifts, about potential arguments and all manner of other festive dramas.

But here’s the truth: there is a 95% chance that we can afford to just relax. Remember that statistic!

What You CAN Do Whilst cognitively understanding that anxiety is fairly pointless is helpful, there are practical steps you can take to manage it on a daily basis: Breathing techniques – Simple box breathing (in for 4, hold for 4, out for 4, hold for 4) can

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calm your nervous system in moments. You can repeat this cycle for 5-10 minutes a day.

Regular meditation – Even 10 minutes daily rewires your brain through over time, literally changing your brain structure to be less anxious.

Prioritise sleep – Poor sleep amplifies anxiety exponentially. Aim for 7-8 hours per night with a fairly consistent routine.

Eat a healthy diet – Your gut and brain are intimately connected. Nourish one, you nourish the other.

Cutting processed rubbish is a good start.

Monitor alcohol intake – Whilst a drink might feel like it helps in the moment, alcohol disrupts sleep and increases anxiety the following day. It also reduces serotonin levels so is really best avoided if you are feeling a bit of festive anxiety creeping in.

All of these strategies work on improving your general wellbeing, which in turn reduces anxiety. Many also have an neuroplastic benefit, so improves your brain structure over tine. You are literally building a less anxious brain.

The Bottom Line This Christmas, when you feel that familiar flutter of worry, remember that there is a 95% chance it won’t happen. So take a breath, trust the process, and focus on what you CAN control – your responses, your health behaviours, and your mindset.

Anxiety is fairly pointless indeed!

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Charity News

BRAMHALL & WOODFORD ROTARY CLUB - INTERNATIONAL APPEAL

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ll UK Rotary Clubs are part of Rotary International and are committed to helping people who are less fortunate across the world. The Bramhall and Woodford Rotary Club along with clubs from Congleton, Douglas (on the Isle of Man) and Blythe Bridge are currently raising funds to help a special needs school called St Francis de Sales just outside the town of Jinja in Uganda.

Culturally, children in Uganda with disabilities are commonly viewed as something shameful and are often hidden away from their communities.

They rarely attend school and often suffer trauma; many girls become pregnant at a young age, and boys become unskilled impoverished farm workers before reaching their teens. Most children with disabilities are cared for by single mothers, as often fathers abandon their responsibilities. Yet these children have great potential to learn and, with support, do become productive, self-sufficient adults.

St. Francis de Sales is the only school in a 50mile radius specialising in helping children with the most common problems which are loss of hearing or sight and birth trauma resulting in cerebral palsy or brain injury. There are three times as many children with special educational needs in Uganda compared to the UK, yet,

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despite the obvious need for support, Uganda has no social security and no child benefit,

which means that families with children who are disabled must fend for themselves.

Consequently, the school receives no state support. Most schools in Uganda have large class sizes and charge fees but this doesn’t work for kids with disabilities. As a result, most children who are deaf, blind, have downs syndrome or cerebral palsy never go to school.

St. Francis de Sales requires improvements in facilities and equipment, mainly to help the kids have a safe night’s sleep, with beds and mosquito nets and this where this Rotary collaboration is stepping in.

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The future is bright for these children. They don’t need to be looked after for all their lives, and if supported can become productive, hardworking adults. Supporting this Rotary initiative will give them this chance.

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Useful Contacts Stockport NHS Foundation Trust’s Stepping Hill Tel 0161 483 1010 www.stockport.nhs.uk Stepping Hill Hospital, Poplar Grove, Hazel Grove, Stockport SK2 7JE. Stockport Council

Suzanne Wyatt 0161 485 5313 cllr.suzanne.wyatt@stockport.gov.uk Alex Wynne (Lib. Dem) 07467 627648 cllr.alex.wynne@stockport.gov.uk

Tel 0161 480 4949 www.stockport.gov.uk Stockport Council, Town Hall, Edward Street, Stockport, SK1 3XE

Bramhall South & Woodford Dallas Jones (Lib. Dem) 07840 470838 cllr.dallas.jones@stockport.gov.uk

Greater Manchester Police For non-emergency calls please contact Stockport West on 0161 856 9770 stockport.westnpt@gmp. police.uk.

Jeremy Meal (Lib. Dem) 07503 580767 cllr.jeremy.meal@stockport.gov.uk

Community Groups

Peter Crossen (Conservative) 07986 850917 cllr.peter.crossen@stockport.gov.uk

Bramhall Rotary www.bwrotary.org Woodford & Bramhall Branch Royal British Legion WoodfordBramhall.Chairman@RBL.Community Bramhall Golf Club www.bramhallgolfclub.co.uk 0161 439 6092 Bramhall University of the Third Age (U3A) www.bramhallu3a.org.uk 0161 440 0447

Community Website www.bramhallweb.co.uk www.ilovebramhall.com

Local MP Tom Morrison MP tom.morrison.mp@parliament.uk

Local Councillors Bramhall North Mark Jones (Lib. Dem) 07917 022349 cllr.mark.jones@stockport.gov.uk

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Around Bramhall Bramhall Library Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall SK7 2DU Tel: 0845 644 4307 email: mailto: Bram.library@stockport.gov.uk Opening Hours Monday - 10am - 5pm, Tuesday - 9am - 6pm Wednesday - CLOSED, Thursday - 9am - 7pm Friday 9am - 5pm, Saturday - 9am - 4pm Bramhall Post Office Maple Road, Bramhall T: 016 439 4100 Opening Hours Monday - 9.00-5.30pm, Tuesday - 9.00-5.30pm Wednesday - 9.00-5.30pm, Thursday - 9.00-5.30pm Friday - 9.00-5.30pm, Saturday - 9.00-12.00pm Bramhall Health Centre 66 Bramhall Lane South, Bramhall, SK7 2DY Telephone: 0161 983 5850 Surgery Opening Hours The surgery is open during the following times (except Bank Holidays): Monday-Friday 8.30am - 6pm

Making our home your home

Situated close to the village centre and benefiting from excellent public transport links, Hillbrook Grange Residential Care Home is a place where you can enjoy full and independent living with the benefit of care and companionship all around you. Our ethos is about creating a compassionate caring and supportive environment, and a fresh lively atmosphere.

NEW ROOMS AVAILABLE

We have recently refurbished 5 rooms for respite care which we offer on a weekly basis.

Founded in 1952, Hillbrook Grange is run as a not-for-profit registered charity and is managed by a small team. The team has two key objectives: delivering high quality, long stay, holiday, and respite care in a friendly and homely environment, and provision of this care at cost effective, competitive rates.

To discuss your care needs with a senior member of the Hillbrook team please contact us:

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CONSIDER PILATES IN YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS At the start of a New Year you may have included the resolution to get fit, whilst enthusiasm is high, making resolutions that last beyond that initial spark of motivation can be challenging.

If you’re tired of the cycle of cheerfully setting and quickly abandoning your resolutions, what you need is a fun way of exercising that will ultimately help you achieve your goals.

Let’s explore how embracing some of the principles we follow in Pilates can unlock your full potential this year and help ensure you have resolutions worth keeping.

Concentration Pilates requires constant awareness of the movement process. You must be mindful of your body and its movements, otherwise you cease to learn, you just ‘do’.

Relaxation Focusing on releasing areas of tension within the body before and during each exercise is important as it allows constructive change to occur. Relaxation of overactive muscles through conscious and controlled mobilisation forms a key part of Pilates exercise, thus enabling less active muscles to be recruited and developed.

Alignment Alignment is the key to stability and correct posture. Maintaining good posture and body awareness encourages the desired muscles to work efficiently.

Breathing Learning how to breathe properly strengthens the diaphragm which contributes to the relaxation of the psoas (hip flexor muscles) whilst simultaneously activating the core and pelvic floor muscles.

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control and flow of the movements that are supposed to be taking place throughout the exercise.

Co-ordination Functional movement patterns are taught to encourage precision and control. As exercise levels progress the complexity of the movement sequence increases. Coordination is excellent mental and physical training.

Flowing movements Flowing movement provides part of the uniqueness to the Pilates Method. A focus on controlled, graceful and yet dynamic movement should be at the core of each movement. If all the other principles are considered and interrelated then flowing movement should occur as a result.

Stamina Pilates builds endurance by ensuring the body is used efficiently. Muscles begin to work more functionally as energy will no longer be wasted and stamina will develop.

Surrounding yourself with a supportive community can be the key to keeping your sights on your goals. Create specific, measurable and realistic goals, like attending two classes a week or mastering a new move will help you stay motivated and prevent burnout.

So don’t delay join a group Pilates class today to help support your New Year goals and a more fulfilling year ahead.

To find a qualified teacher, visit the Body Control Pilates website Jules Hardman Body Control Pilates Teacher www.jules-pilates-alderleyedge.co.uk

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