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SKBramhall & Woodford - September/October 2022 3 To advertise in SKBramhall & Woodford please contact Simon Hemsley on 07952 005518 or e-mail simon@skmagazines.co.uk for further information. SKCheadle Hulme & Cheadle: September Deadline: October / November 2022 issue is 9th September SKBramhall & Woodford and SKWimslow & Alderley Edge November / December issues is 12th October. (please allow two extra days for ad design). Printed by Stephens & George ©SK Magazines. All rights reserved. No reproduction can be made without permission. Welcome to the September / October issue of SK Bramhall & Woodford. As you can see by this month’s front cover “back to school” the summer is nearly over. I believe this year is one of the hottest and driest on record. With that been said it might be a great time to check out our events spotlight on page 34, featuring - The Great Big Green Week. Our regular feature, Under the Hammer is back. Along with the usual Art and Antiques sold, this month they also sold the contents from an old garden shed. Turn to page 12 to find out how much your old drills and saws are worth along with an Victorian garden Webench.have our usual pages of events and activities in and around the area, to help get you out and about within the Remembercommunity.ifyourclub or group is looking for more members, drop me an email and I’ll do my best to spread the word. Grab yourself an ice cream and enjoy the read. Cheers Simon monthThis Simon Hemsley SK Magazines T: 07952 005518 E: simon@skmagazines.co.uk W: www.skmagazines.co.uk Under pageHammerthe12 Contents Welcome - Page 3 Events - Pages 5,6 & 8 Under the Hammer – Page 12 Community Care - Page 14 Mindset Advice – Page 16 Financial Matters – Page 18 Club News – Page 20 & 36 Charity News – Page 24 Food & Drink – Page 26 Wellbeing Pilates – Page 28 In Stitches – Page 30 Health & Wellbeing – Page 32 Events Spotlight – Page 34 Community Index – Page 38 Interior Design – Page 40 Ad Index - Page 42
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The eclectic nature of auctions is something will always love and that came to the fore in a new sale which brought together a wonderful mix of treasures – some sourced in Cheshire. am proud to say the inaugural Hanson & Worrall Fine Art, Antiques and Collectors Auction took place in July, a service launched to assist the people of Cheshire, Liverpool and Merseyside. Thanks to a collaboration with Chinese and Oriental art expert Eldon Worrall and antiques valuer Tobias Worrall, nearly 200 antiques and collectibles featured in the first Hanson & Worrall sale. Top lots included an ornate Victorian Coalbrookdale iron and wood garden bench which made £2,500. As well as being a fine example of workmanship it boasts whereinIronbridgeaCoalbrookdale,significance.historicalvillageintheGorgeShropshire,isironorewas first smelted by Abraham Darby. In 1709, Darby rebuilt Coalbrookdale Furnace and eventually used coke as his fuel. The coal was drawn from drift mines in the sides of the valley. As it contained far fewer impurities than normal coal, the iron it produced was of a superior quality. This discovery proved to be a major factor in Britain’s Industrial Revolution. Another item to do well was a splendid 18th Liverpool,ofWilliamItParkmahoganycentury,Lassel-longcaseclock.achieved£1,350. Lassel,ToxtethPark,made quality clocks in the 18th century, a time when every wealthy family required an eye-catching timepiece. He succeeded his father in 1758 and worked until the 1790s. Some clocks are signed ‘Lassel-Park’ as an abbreviation for Toxteth Park, and these could be by father or son. Asian art is always sought after and lot 26, a 17th century Ming Dynasty Chinese gilt bronze Guanyin, was contested to £1,200. Meanwhile, lot 42, a Chinese Qianlong porcelain sprinkler vase in a rich red flambe glaze, reached £720. Clearing out a garden shed saw £850 achieved for lot 168, a large quantity of cabinet-makers’ tools including drills, planes and a saw. Other surprises emerged in the militaria sector with a £700 bid for a collection of German medals and badges. Entries are invited until October 21 for Hanson & Worrall’s November 11 sale. It will feature silver, jewellery, Chinese art, porcelain and glass, works of art, clocks and furniture. To book a valuation appointment, or to enquire about home visits, house clearance/downsizing, call Tobias Worrall on 07384 890387 or email enquiries@hansonworrall. co.uk. Free valuations are available every Saturday, 9am-1pm, at Wallasey Unitarian Chapel, Manor Road, Liscard Village, Wallasey, CH44 1DA. Free antiques, collectibles, dolls and teddy bear valuations are also available at St John’s Knutsford Church Centre, Church Hill, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 6DH on September 9 and 23. To find out more email Janet Rawnsley: jrawnsley@ hansonsauctioneers.co.uk.Twitter:HansonsUKFacebook:HansonsAuctioneersUKInstagram:hansons_auctioneers
Why a garden bench excelled at new auction serving the people of Cheshire Lassel-Park longcase clock, sold £1,350. 17th century Ming Dynasty Chinese gilt bronze Guanyin, sold £1,200. Coalbrookdale iron and wood garden bench, sold £2,500.
4 | SKBramhall & Woodford - September/October 2022 Out of Hours Appointments Lockdowns have really proven how flexible we can be Whilst our staff are working from home and juggling responsibilities, we recognise that you may be doing this too and the usual 9 5 does not work for you. If you would prefer an out of hours telephone or video appointment, please do get in touch with us. Face to Face Appointments As restrictions begin to be lifted, we are now able to welcome you back to our offices for face to face appointments. These appointments do need to be pre booked so that we can manage numbers within the office and keep everyone safe. Residential Property Commercial Property Corporate & Commercial Dispute Resolution Family Law Personal Injury Medical Negligence Wills and Probate What we do We provide advice and assistance in the following areas: 10% Discount for Keyworkers We are offering a 10% discount on all legal fees for keyworkers. This offer is open to new and existing clients on all new instructions. Your Local SolicitorsPepperHouse1PepperRoadHazelGroveSK75DPNexttoLetLoose!
EVERY MONDAY: THE LINDOW SINGERS Wilmslow Academy Primary School, Handforth Road, Handforth 7:30pm. For more information contact Ann Epton, on 0161 485 2231 or Email Harry.Epton@ntlworld.com or visit https://www. lindowsingers.org.uk/ EVERY BRAMHALLMONDAY:PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY 75th Anniversary Season. Presentations, Workshop’s, Competitions. 7.15pm. Bramhall Village Centre, Lumb Lane. New members welcome. Email: www.bramhallps.orginfo.bramhallps@gmail.com EVERY MONDAY: THE ROBINS SINGERS Email sec.robinssingers@gmail.com for more information. EVERY MONDAY AFTERNOON AT 2 PM: ART AND CRAFT GROUP AT BRAMHALL METHODIST CHURCH Call the Church Office for information 0161 439 1204 EVERY 3RD MONDAY OF THE MONTH: THE CURRY CLUB Contact Hazel Hiley, 0161 439 1281 Email hazelhiley@gmail.com LAST MONDAY OF THE MONTH: GATLEY & CHEADLE DIABETES GROUP 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 EVERY FOURTH MONDAY OF THE MONTH: THE TREFOIL GUILD Further details from Secretary.BramhallTG@gmail. com or 07887 950298. EVERY TUESDAY (TERM TIME ONLY): BROOKDALE YOUTH THEATRE Email BrookdaleYT@outlook.com EVERY FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: BRAMHALL & WOODFORD SEWING & CRAFT CIRCLE Contact Karen on 07860 458260. EVERY BRAMHALLTUESDAY:WORLD CIRCLE DANCE GROUP Contact us through web site www.bramhallcircledance.wordpress.com or ring 07713 681439. First session free with SK booklet. 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: CHESHIRE LADIES LUNCHEON CLUB Contact Joan Fitzgerald on 0161 428 2515. EVERY SECOND & FOURTH TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: STOCKPORT SYMPHONIC SOUNDS Contact Liz Pennington on 0161 439 7484
PLEASE CHECK MEETING IS ON BEFORE ATTENDING FIRST AND THIRD TUESDAY EVERY MONTH: KNIT AND KNATTER GROUP Contact Jean on 0161 439 8241. EVERY WEDNESDAY: TODDLERS Contact 0161 485 1605 for details. EVERY WEDNESDAY: POWNALL PROBEX CLUB Email pownallprobexclub.org.uk EVERY BRAMHALLWEDNESDAY:PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY For more details. Email: info.bramhallps@gmail.com or www.bramhallps.org EVERY (DURINGWEDNESDAYS:TERMTIME) 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 STOCKPORTWEDNESDAY: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: THE LAURENCE SINGERS Email: enquiries@thelaurencesingers.org.uk or call Cliff on 01625 527204 or visit www.thelaurencesingers.org.uk EVERY STOCKPORTWEDNESDAY:COMMUNITY CHOIR Email info@stockportcommunitychoir.org.uk or ring Phil on 07771 730 810. STOCKPORT LADYBROOK SPEAKERS CLUB Contact Gaynor Dennett 07722 166605 visit www.stockportladiesspeakers.co.uk EVERY OTHER WEDNESDAY: ROTARY CHEADLE & DISTRICT DEMENTIA GROUP Contact Rita Kumar 07899951600. EVERY WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH –PARKINSON’S UK – STOCKPORT BRANCH Check out our web page regions/stockport-branchwww.parkinsons.org.uk/local-support-groups/ for a full list of our programme. EVERY SECOND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH: THE ARTS SOCIETY NORTH EAST CHESHIRE Contact Maggie Schofield on 0161 427 9451 or inf0@theartssocietynortheastcheshire.org.uk EVERY OTHER WEDNESDAY: STOCKPORT LADIES SPEAKERS For more information go to www.stockportladiesspeakers.co.uk or email sixdennett@aol.com LAST WEDNESDAY IN THE MONTH: SOCIAL NIGHT AT ALL HALLOWS Play pool, table tennis or just chat from 7.30pm. All Hallows Church, allhallows.cheadle@gmail. com Tel: 0161 428 9121 Mon, Wed, Fri 9.00-1.00 www.allhallows-church.org.uk EVERY BRAMHALLTHURSDAY:THURSDAY CLUB Contact Carol Sargent g.davidsargent@btinternet.com, 0161 439 1779 or Facebook page, Bramhall Thursday Club. EVERY 1ST AND 3RD THURSDAY: PROBUS CLUB OF STOCKPORT SOUTH contact Chris Ward 0161 483 5174 or email: chris@vistech.plus.com. Contact Elaine Noden 0161 355 1459 FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH: WOODFORD WI Contact Cheshire Federation of WIs at www.cheshirewi.org.uk or call 01244 347462. 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.
SKBramhall & Woodford - September/October 2022 | 7 Struggling to get automatic driving instruction due to the backlogs? SK7 Driving School is based in Bramhall and making an exciting switch over to the fully electric, zero emissions, Renault Zoe car. (Driving instruction will be for automatic only.) There is currently good availability from 3rd October onwards, contact Neil on www.sk7drivingschool.com07957152631
SUNDAY 4TH SEPTEMBER : THE BROOKDALE CLUB & THEATRE OPEN DAY
Admission Refreshments, and a Raffle. Please come along and enjoy the afternoon with us. 2.00pm – 4.30pm.
All are welcome to come in and find out about the club and the facilities and range of activities that are available. We offer a variety of sections from Art, Andante choir, and Bowling to Theatre and Wine and Food. Complimentary tea and coffee will be available on the day, and we also have a very welcoming bar. Introductory membership is only £25. Why not come along to find out more. Brookdale Club & Theatre, Bridge Lane, Bramhall SK7 2JJ from 10.00am to 2.00pm.
AN INTRODUCTION TO CARBON LITERACY FOR BRAMHALL RESIDENTS AND BUSINESSES. Gain an awareness of carbon cost and impacts of everyday activities ,and the ability and Motivation to help reduce carbon footprints. 7.30pm to 9pm. St Micheals Church. Free event.
SATURDAY 29TH OCTOBER: HAZEL GROVE AND DISTRICT MODEL RAILWAY SOCIETY - OPEN DAY At Hazel Grove Methodist Church Hall SK7 4JQ from 10am until 5pm.Free Entry for all. For further details check out www.hgdmrs.org.uk
THURSDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER :
A celebration of community action to protect nature and tackle climate change. See Facebook Sustainable Bramhall,Notice boards in Bramhall Park, Happy Valley, Carrwood.
24TH SEPTEMBER TO 2ND OCTOBER: GREAT BIG GREEN WEEK
PLEASE CHECK MEETING IS ON BEFORE ATTENDING EVERY THURSDAY: LADYBROOK SINGERS Contact Mary: 07777 646828 if you want to find out more. You’ll find us on Facebook too. www.ladybrooksingers.co.uk EVERY 1/2/3/4TH THURSDAY OF THE MONTH (EXCEPT DECEMBER): PHD PATCHERS PATCHWORK AND QUILTING CLUB Contact: 07761 447063 EVERY 4TH THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH (EXCEPT FOR DECEMBER): RETIRED TEACHERS CLUB Contacted on 0161 4398794. SK8 7AA. Call 0161 486 9226. EVERY FRIDAY: WOODFORD COMMUNITY CENTRE BRIDGE CLUB Contact Judith Fletcher on 0161 439 5310. LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH: BRAMHALL GOLF SOCIETY We have male and female members. We play the last Friday each month at local courses. We are based at the Victorian in Bramhall. Email: bramhallgolfsociety.com It contains all the fixtures for this year or contacted 07563512555. EVERY SUNDAY: BRAMHALL BAPTIST CHURCH MORNING SERVICE For more details www.bramhallbaptist.co.uk or call 0161 440 9091. EVERY SUNDAY: “HUNGRY FOR HELP” Contact Suzi: 07876 152 630. www.oagb.org.uk FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH: THE BROOKDALE CLUB QUIZ NIGHT Contact Roger Salt on 0161 439 0371. SATURDAY 3RD SEPTEMBER: CHEADLE HULME FLOWER SHOW You are invited to join us at the Parish Rooms, Church Road, Cheadle Hulme for the 61st Annual Flower Show, to be opened by Ann Hewitt, a society member and long time supporter of the show. Official opening at 2.30. If you wish to enter anything into the following categories:- Flowers, Vegetables, Fruit, Handicrafts, Cookery and Preserves, Photography and Art then please contact Mrs. G Martinelli on 01614852269 or Kate Bayliss –0161 485 4322 or email pgcjbayliss@live.com for a schedule and entry form. There is also a large Junior section with entries from pre-school children up to 16yrs old. For further information see www.cheadlehulmegardeningandshowsoc.org.uk
£1 accompanied children free. There will be
SATURDAY 29TH OCTOBER: ART EXHIBITION Affordable paintings by a local art group. Free parking. 10am – 5pm at Bramhall Village Club, Lumb Lane, SK7 1LR.
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10 SKBramhall & Woodford - September/October 2022 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A NEW DENTIST? Due to the expansion of our practice from Church Road (established in 1978) into the old Nat West Bank on Station Road we have lots of appointments available with our highly skilled team. With 6 state of the art treatment rooms and a large, highly skilled team we are able to offer appointments quickly. You do not need to be reg istered with us to book an appointment and we are welcoming new patients with open arms! We offer: v Affordable membership and family plans v General dentistry and hygiene appointments v State of the art cosmetic dentistry using the latest, cutting-edge technology v Facial aesthetics v 0% payment plans for 18 months v Free consultations with our smile advisors Don’t let your oral health or confidence suffer just because you’re struggling to find a dentist. Contact us today and we’ll see you within 24 hours. ChurCh road dental and CosmetiCs, 20a station road, Cheadle hulme sk8 7ab wwwreCeption@Cheadlehulmedental.Com.Cheadlehulmedental.Com 0161 486 0743 Scan the QR code to take a 3D virtual tour of the practice
Entries are invited until October 21 for Hanson & Worrall’s November 11 sale. It will feature silver, jewellery, Chinese art, porcelain and glass, works of art, clocks and furniture. To book a valuation appointment, or to enquire about home visits, house clearance/downsizing, call Tobias Worrall on 07384 890387 or email enquiries@hansonworrall. co.uk. Free valuations are available every Saturday, 9am-1pm, at Wallasey Unitarian Chapel, Manor Road, Liscard Village, Wallasey, CH44 1DA. Free antiques, collectibles, dolls and teddy bear valuations are also available at St John’s Knutsford Church Centre, Church Hill, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 6DH on September 9 and 23. To find out more email Janet Rawnsley: jrawnsley@ hansonsauctioneers.co.uk.Twitter:HansonsUKFacebook:HansonsAuctioneersUKInstagram:hansons_auctioneers
Lassel-Park longcase clock, sold £1,350. 17th century Ming Dynasty Chinese gilt bronze Guanyin, sold £1,200. Coalbrookdale iron and wood garden bench, sold £2,500.
I am proud to say the inaugural Hanson & Worrall Fine Art, Antiques and Collectors Auction took place in July, a service launched to assist the people of Cheshire, Liverpool and Merseyside. Thanks to a collaboration with Chinese and Oriental art expert Eldon Worrall and antiques valuer Tobias Worrall, nearly 200 antiques and collectibles featured in the first Hanson & Worrall sale.
The eclectic nature of auctions is something I will always love and that came to the fore in a new sale which brought together a wonderful mix of treasures – some sourced in Cheshire.
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Why a garden bench excelled at new auction serving the people of Cheshire
Asian art is always sought after and lot 26, a 17th century Ming Dynasty Chinese gilt bronze Guanyin, was contested to £1,200. Meanwhile, lot 42, a Chinese Qianlong porcelain sprinkler vase in a rich red flambe glaze, reached £720. Clearing out a garden shed saw £850 achieved for lot 168, a large quantity of cabinet-makers’ tools including drills, planes and a saw. Other surprises emerged in the militaria sector with a £700 bid for a collection of German medals and badges.
Top lots included an ornate Victorian Coalbrookdale iron and wood garden bench which made £2,500. As well as being a fine example of workmanship it boasts whereinIronbridgeaCoalbrookdale,significance.historicalvillageintheGorgeShropshire,isironorewas first smelted by Abraham Darby. In 1709, Darby rebuilt Coalbrookdale Furnace and eventually used coke as his fuel. The coal was drawn from drift mines in the sides of the valley. As it contained far fewer impurities than normal coal, the iron it produced was of a superior quality. This discovery proved to be a major factor in Britain’s Industrial Revolution.
Another item to do well was a splendid 18th Liverpool,ofWilliamItParkmahoganycentury,Lassel-longcaseclock.achieved£1,350. Lassel,ToxtethPark,made quality clocks in the 18th century, a time when every wealthy family required an eye-catching timepiece. He succeeded his father in 1758 and worked until the 1790s. Some clocks are signed ‘Lassel-Park’ as an abbreviation for Toxteth Park, and these could be by father or son.
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Puzzles are such a great way to stay busy and mentally stimulated, there are lots to choose from, but we are going to focus on jigsaw puzzles. Jigsaws are relatively cheap, easy to get hold of; available from book, charity and stationery shops (plus picking one up from your village or town will help local businesses too) and of course, there are plenty of options to buy online. While puzzles benefit people of all ages, the benefits of jigsaws are especially noticeable for older people. Studies have shown that doing jigsaw puzzles can improve cognition and visualspatial reasoning. The act of putting the pieces of a puzzle together concentrationrequiresand improves short-term memory and problem solving. According to Harvard Health Publishing building a healthy cognitive reserve can potentially help reduce the risk of developing dementias like Alzheimer’s disease. Physiotherapists working with older people have noted how the small, precise movements required when doing a jigsaw are beneficial especially when people do not have many opportunities to use their hands in daily activities. And because a jigsaw is so focused it is naturally relaxing to the mind and body and a good way to help stay calm and reduce anxiety. Jigsaw puzzles are also a great way to reminisce and look back on happy memories either on your own or with a friend or family member. There are such a huge variety of subjects, scenes and landscapes printed onto puzzle pieces.
I recently bought a jigsaw for myself that featured characters from the TV shows of my childhood it was great to bring it to life and remember with fondness Mr Ben, Bagpuss, The Adventures of Parsley the Lion and The Wombles! I then passed it on to my brother and sister-inlaw who enjoyed putting it together with their children who couldn’t quite believe what we all used to watch when we were young. We can pick up puzzles that feature our favourite places too, the locations of where we used to visit for days out and the destinations of our family holidays. There are even nostalgia puzzles with scenes of films from years gone by, royal celebrations and comic books. It is also possible to have our own personal images printed onto jigsaw pieces, for example, a family portrait, a much-loved pet or a special memory such as a wedding. Whether you puzzle alone, share it with family or friends, decide to puzzle in one go or spread it over days and weeks you will benefit in so many ways – give it a go!
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Assuming the accuracy of Darwin’s theory of natural selection and evolution, it can be concluded that favouring caution and risk aversion must be a survival boosting trait. (Of course this is just the average brainwave pattern. There are billions of people with more left skewed brains too, and the further you go to the left, the more optimistic and positive those brains are, and the further to the right the more likely you are to find chronic stress, anxiety and depression.)
Why does this matter to me?
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Recent discoveries in neuroscience and neuroplasticity (the changes in brain structure which occur based on our thoughts and behaviour) have shown that we can SHIFT our own PFL brain wave pattern over time. If we become more stressed and anxious then our brainwaves shift more to the right, and conversely, if we practice mindfulness, meditation, yoga, and other emotional resilience building activities, our brainwaves shift to the Overleft. time, due to neuroplasticity, our neurons become “re-wired” making the changes more permanent, and thus we can literally build a different brain based on what we do and how we Youlive.might ask why we would want to shift our brainwaves to the left, given the optimal evolutionary position is to be skewed to the right, and the answer is that humans simply do not face the same risks to our lives that we evolved to face, such as frequent wars, illness, childbirth and all-cause infant mortality. In fact, natural selection all but ceased the moment developments in medical science, law and order and the abundance of food reduced the death rate from the above factors, so do we really need to be as risk averse and pessimistic these days?
In a world of opportunity, safety and relative prosperity, maybe these natural tendencies could be holding us back more than keeping us safe. To conclude; we are largely stuck with the brains we now have in an ever more complex world, meaning that neuroplastic change is pretty much all we have to hone and enhance our brains. It would therefore be beneficial for humans to engage in activities such as yoga, mindfulness and self care which promote a more resilient, optimistic and happier brain neuroplasticthroughchange.
mindset Advice ARE HUMANS DESIGNED TO WORRY?
In people with higher incidences of depression, anxiety, stress and pessimism, the neuronal activity is found to be more concentrated on the right side of the PFL. For people who report themselves as happier, more relaxed, calmer and more optimistic, the neuron activity favours the left side. Interestingly, brainwave activity among humans is NOT evenly spread between the left and right sides. As the graph shows, the average human brainwave pattern is skewed to the right, meaning that most humans are by default more pessimistic, risk averse, cautious and a little anxious. So yes, you could say that humans are ‘designed’ to worry. Why might this be?
Brainwave activity in the pre-frontal lobe (“PFL”), which is the most cognitive, rational and ‘human’ part of the brain, can occur in both the left and right sides.
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If you are not sure if your project can succeed, or you don’t know how to achieve it in practice, you may be resolving technological uncertainties and be carrying out qualifying R&D without realising.
If your company is taking a risk by attempting to ‘resolve scientific or technological uncertainties’ then you may be carrying out qualifying activity including creating new products, processes or services and changing or modifying an existing product, process or service.
Within the government’s accepted research and development definition, your R&D does not have to have been successful to qualify for financial Thisassistance.listisfar from exhaustive, but the typical qualifying costs for R&D include staff salaries along with NIC and pension costs; the costs of subcontractors and freelancers working on the project and some types of software.
R&D tax credits are calculated based on your R&D spend. To make an R&D credit calculation, you need to identify qualifying expenditure and enhance it by the relevant rate (see below). This determines your ‘enhanced expenditure’. When you deduct your enhanced expenditure from your taxable profits, or add it to your loss, the result is: n a Corporation Tax reduction if you are profit-making. n a cash credit if you are loss-making. n or a combination of the two.
R&D tax credits applied to profitable businesses, reduce their Corporation tax bill. The rate of relief is 25%. So if your R&D spend last year was £100,000, you could get a £25,000 reduction in your tax bill. Loss making businesses receive their R&D tax credit by direct payment because they do not have a tax liability to offset. The rate of relief is up to 33%. So if your R&D spend last year was £100,000, you could get a £33,000 payment from HMRC. This is a complicated area, and as a result many companies that are entitled to make a claim, either may not even know about the reliefs available or assume that they would not meet the criteria. If you think your business may apply then you should speak to yourpeter@bevan.co.ukCharteredBevanPeteraccountant.Bevan&Co,Accountants
n How and when were the uncertainties actually overcome?
HMRC provides Research and Development (R&D) reliefs to support companies that work on innovative projects in science and technology. There are four basic but powerful questions which will provide the fundamental insights required to assess your project’s eligibility to make a claim:
IS YOUR BUSINESS ONE OF THE THOUSANDS OF COMPANIES ELIGIBLE FOR R&D TAX CREDITS BUT NOT CLAIMING IT?
n What is the scientific or technological advance?
SMEs are able to claim up to 33p for every £1 spent on qualifying R&D activities. Your R&D expenditure already typically attracts corporation tax relief as part of the normal operational costs of your trade. Your R&D tax credit claim then allows a further 130% of this eligible R&D expenditure to be deducted when calculating the taxable profits of your company’s trade.
n What were the scientific or technological uncertainties involved in the project?
n Why was the knowledge being sought not readily deducible by a competent professional?
SKBramhall & Woodford - September/October 2022 19 ArtSaturdayExhibition29thOctober202210am-5pm Affordable Paintings by a local art group Free Parking - All Welcome Refreshments Available on the Day Bramhall Village Club Lumb Lane, Bramhall, SK7 1LR
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Saturday was the beginning of the two-day competition. There were some great scores, and it left the competitors with a quandary as the social event was scheduled for Saturday evening. A Mixed, relaxed environment to include a BBQ and entertainment, was organised by the President. What a night it was!
As Singer and Entertainer Aaron Welby thrilled the crowd the hopes and dreams of some of the competitors faded with each passing drink that was consumed. It is safe to say that Sunday morning brought some sore heads, some regretful looks and some interesting second day scoring. The event was superb and just goes to show the camaraderie felt within Bramhall’s Themembership.Jubileewas played on the last weekend of July having been cancelled on its original date due to
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The social scene at Bramhall is the very fabric that makes this club a fantastic place to be a member. June saw the welcome return of the larger social events that follow the major competitions. Lady Captains Day which was followed by the very well attended Ladies Captains Party got things off to a cracking start. The ladies at Bramhall certainly know how to let their hair down. Following this just a couple of weeks ago towards the end of July the club
eventonCaptainandVicefantastic.scoringanddisappoint,weatherweather.poorThedidn’tthewasLadyCaptainMrVicelaidagreatandthe BBQ style menu running along side the lionesses winning the Euro’s made for a great atmosphere in the bar during the presentation.Ithasbeenfantastic to see the club so full and vibrant after the last few years and just emphasises that despite all that has transpired, we are still social creatures at heart. We now look forward to the re arranged Captains Party and the Lady Captain and Captains Charity AMAM in September.
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Our Christmas Tree Collections are solely dependent on our amazing volunteers and the inspiring work that they do before, during and after the Christmas period. We pride our Christmas Tree Collection as an immensely enjoyable and rewarding day. We are always looking for new energy, skills and experience to help expand our collection. The success of our collections derives from the people who organise and deliver them. Whether it’s collecting trees, canvassing leaflets, or getting involved in the organisational elements. Don’t hesitate - get Pleaseinvolved!contact the Just Helping Team at admin@just-helping.org.uk
It was great to finally visit St Ann’s Hospice in Little Houlton and celebrate the JustHelping Christmas Tree Collection which raised £42,166.76 for St Ann’s Hospice. Our JustHelping volunteer team, led by Iain and Fiona and supported fantastically by Kay, Amanda and Mark, have done remarkable work in building and expanding their Christmas Tree Collection across South Manchester. This allows JustHelping to support St Ann’s Hospice in providing specialist palliative care for people with life-limiting conditions, at all stages of their illness. Our Christmas Tree Collection is an enjoyable event which brings the community together. This year, we were able to assemble 120 volunteers who helped spread awareness, collect and recycle trees. We are immensely grateful to all of the individuals, organisations and corporates who supported the execution of this collection. We would like to especially thank everyone involved in the sponsorship, design and delivery of all of our marketing materials. Every posted leaflet, placed banner and shared social media post invaluably helps to spread the word of the amazing work that we do. Thank you!! JustHelping is immensely grateful for those who provide us with venues, tree chippers and vans. Your generosity and support enabled the collection and recycling of 3,468 Christmas trees in the South Manchester Area.
All of our corporate support is invaluable in the execution of the event. Local businesses who lend their staff on CSR days are instrumental in helping collect and recycle the trees. We are immensely grateful for the hard work and energy of their volunteers during the collection period. We hope you found the event enjoyable and
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Creamy Leek Gratin 3 large leeks – cleaned and sliced Butter for frying 250ml double cream 4 slices of brioche
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A big chunk of cheddar grated. Put the butter into a large frying pan and add the leeks. Let the leeks sweat without browning them. When they are relatively soft pour over the cream and bring to a gentle bubble. Season with salt and pepper then transfer to a shallow ovenproof dish. Tear up the brioche and place roughly onto the leeks pressing the pieces into the creamy mixture slightly. Put under a hot grill to brown off the brioche a bit –be careful as it burns really
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1. Don’t ‘stabilise’ your shoulders by forcing them down your back, this will only jam them up more.2.Allow the shoulders to melt down the back, visualising the distance between your shoulders and ears getting bigger and bigger.
Pilates is well known for helping a bad back, but did you know how helpful Pilates can be if you suffer from shoulder problems?
To find a qualified teacher, visit the Body JulesPilatesControlwebsiteHardman Body Control Pilates www.jules-pilates-alderleyedge.co.ukTeacher
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6. Enjoy the feeling of being wide and open across your chest. Notice how your head starts to return to a much more natural position, your eye level will be straight ahead....... so, smile and greet the world.
3. Think about the tips at the bottom of your shoulder blades gently drawing in towards your spine.
5. When you have a sense of those muscles working, gently pulse them a few times a day, keeping the shoulders relaxednotice that as you work these muscles your breastbone lifts upwards.
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Just like for back issues, we need to look at the whole body to see if we can identify the cause of shoulder pain, discomfort and dysfunction (if you’ve suffered a traumatic injury to your shoulder, then the problem is much easier to identify). A key point to remember if you are suffering is that the major joints in our bodies alternate in their need for stability and Ifmobility.westart at the feet, the ankle joint is designed for mobility. Working upwards, this means the knees are designed for stability. That’s a really important concept to understand, because our bodies are masters at compensation, so if we lose mobility at one joint, such as the ankle, the knee will become more mobile to compensate for this! As the knee joint is designed for stability, if there is too much mobility, it fairly quickly leads to dysfunction and Lookingpain. at the shoulders, they’re designed for stability, so that means the thoracic spine (the upper part of the spine) needs to be mobile, otherwise it will cause dysfunction in the Weshoulderscanalso follow this logic down the body –are your shoulder problems caused by a problem that started in the lumbar region or the hips? Perhaps it was lower still, in the knees? Or did the problem start with stiff ankles? Don’t despair, all is not lost! This is where Pilates comes in: the moves you do in a Pilates class all work to keep the mobility and the stability in the right areas of your body, keeping your body as compensation-free as possible! As well as recommending joining a Pilates class, here are a few tips to follow at home
4. Be aware of those lower muscles working - they are often very switched off so be aware it may take a while to sense this, do NOT force.
visitindustry. abouthistoryMacclesfield’sSeptemberOpen(FreewhereandApprenticeliveschildrenhowyoumanufacture. cottonHerecanimagineworkersandspenttheirbyvisitingtheHousetheVillagetheylived.HeritageDays17/18th2022)tellsusthesilkYoucanParadiseMill where the process of fabric manufacturing began in 1870. The 300 year old mill boasts, “Home to the largest collection of silk Jacquard handlooms in Europe in their original setting, Paradise Mill remains unchanged since the last day it operated in the 1980s.” (Free Heritage Open Day 10th September 2022)
With working mills filled with a rich collection of machinery to learn about the Industrial Revolution, our local area is a great place for us to experience what it may have been like at the start someletwouldStitches,inorbytomanualdevelopmentworkersslaverytheeverywhereoftheseTheindustrialisation. ofhistoryofmillsisfullinformationfrombetweendarksideofandhowlived,totheofthemachinesthosepoweredwater,steamelectricity. So,thisissueofInIthoughtitgreatfuntoyouknowaboutofthewonderful resources available to you right on our very own doorstep for you to enjoy (and learn). Look up Heritage Open Days for free tickets to visit these and other sites. Both at Cromford Mill and Quarry Bank Mill, we can learn everything there is to know about the manufacture of cotton. The process of carding right through to spinning, weaving and production of garments and textiles started hundreds of years ago in the homes of weavers, but it was only in the late 1700’s that we see a rapid development of machinery moving out of the home and into mills and factories.
Greater Manchester, Cheshire and the surrounding areas are filled with some of the best places for us to learn about the history of textiles, their textile mills and for the manufacture of silk, cotton and wool.
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Cromford Mill was one of Richard Arkwright’s first mills, using his invention of the water wheel.
The site is huge and set beside a canal where the water wheel once powered the huge mill filled with machines. There you can see a punch card machine on which patterns are designed, the cards fed into the weaving machines.
At Quarry Bank Mill, built in 1784, in Cheshire, you can see a water wheel which was also designed by Richard Arkwright. Quarry Bank, just like Cromford Mill, shows the full process of
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SKBramhall & Woodford - September/October 2022 31 57 Woodford Road, Bramhall, SK7 1JR Telephone: 0161 440 www.bramhallosteopaths.co.uk0298 BRAMHALL OSTEOPATHIC PRACTICE Celebrates 30 years in Bramhall Offering: n Osteopathy n Acupuncture n Pilates and Women’s Health Physiotherapy n Chiropody/Podiatry n Massage Therapies and Reflexology • Block Paving • Tarmacking • Imprinted Concrete • Resin Driveways • Gravelling • Slabbing • Landscaping • Patios • Fencing • Drop Kerbs • General Building • uPVC Products • Fascias • So ts & Guttering • New Roofs and Repairs 0800 747 1648 0161 532 7609 E: info@pavetarconstructionltd.co.uk W: www.pavetarconstructionltd.co.uk Specialists in Replacement Double Glazed Units Ring with Sizes for a FREE Estimate www.steamywindows.net Established Local Family Company 0161 858 0075 0800 328 8573 8am to 8pm 7 Days
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Additionally, people who work on computers and use a keyboard/ mouse regularly tend to develop carpal tunnel syndrome at an increased Somefrequency.good news – there are multiple osteopathic techniques that can be used which may help relieve those uncomfortable symptoms.
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Osteopaths will try to understand the systemic cause or causes of the problem before applying the appropriate treatment. They will start by looking at the course of the nerve, from where it starts in the neck, through the arm and down into the hand. We would assess to see where the nerve’s function may have been compromised and what structures could be causing Compressionthis. reduced joint mobility and muscular tension can affect the circulation in the arm, which may lead to poor nerve Onceconduction. thecontributing factors have been established, osteopaths will treat and manage them Theaccordingly. focusis to reduce symptoms and improve overall function in the short term, and then offer advice and specific exercises to help manage your symptoms l
is a common problem that can cause pain, numbness, pins and needles, inflammation and weakness in the hands and wrists.
If you have wrist or hand pain and think you may be suffering from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, it may be worth seeking an osteopathic opinion first. If Osteopathic treatment does not improve symptoms, your Doctor may refer you for neurological assessment and there are further options available. I hope you find this
X more likely to be affected than men. It is not uncommon for a woman to develop this during pregnancy or shortly thereafter due to fluid retention in the arms from hormonal changes. This may similarly occur around the time of the menopause when hormone levels change. Systemic conditions like diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis can also cause swelling in the wrist and nerve damage respectively.
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SKBramhall & Woodford - September/October 2022 33 Care and support in your home Alice chilton In-Home Care is recognised as one of the ‘top providers’ of home care in the whole of the North West. We have an exceptional team who provide the highest level of support to enable you to live safely in your own home. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic we have implemented additional safety standards, including weekly testing for our care team. Our services include: To find out more call 01625 526850 e: info@alicechilton.com www.alicechilton.com alice chilton is a Limited company registered in England & Wales No. 8984744 • Companionship • Personal Care • Home Help • Dementia Care • Overnight Stays • Respite Care S O A N F U R E A P M P R B U R E U P C R I T W W W . S R C O M P U T E R S . C O . U K C O N T A C T D A M I A N : 0 7 5 7 2 0 1 1 1 8 4 D A M I A N @ S R C O M P U T E R S . C O . U K S R C O M P U T E R S . C O . U K @ S R C O M P U T E R S U K AreElectricianyouhavingdifficultyfindinga LOCAL, RELIABLE electrician? Call STEVE - 0161 696 8151 • A professional & reliable service • Small job friendly • Part-P approved • 25 years’ experience • Fully insured SCZ ELECTRICAL SERVICES Tel: 0161 696 8151 enquires@sczelectricalservices.co.uk www.sczelectricalservices.co.uk
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In July the group ‘Sustainable Bramhall’ asked Bramhall’s local green and eco groups to join Women’sinley,ofpark,ofWood,FriendspresentChurch.UnitedChurchMichael’sChurch,MethodistsBramhalltivesrepresentaincludedThemeeting.fortogetherafirstgroupseco-fromStandReformAlsowereofCarrFriendsBramhallFriendsHappyValBramhallBloom,institute and Sustainable Bramhall.
To begin with we decided to see what we could do for the ‘Climate Coalition’s’ Great Big Green week from 24th September to 2nd October.
In the long term we would like to help to make Bramhall a more sustainable and environmen tally conscious community. We would love Bramhall to work together and to be known as the “Green Village”. Where nature is thriving and given space to thrive, where we can work and live sustainably.
Great Big Green Week. We hope you will want to get involved with your group family or as an individual. See Facebook Sustainable Bramhall page. Local notice boards in Bramhall park, Carrwood and Happy Valley. Email; ecobramhall@gmail.com
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How photography has changed from those days of film cameras, with many photographers developing their pictures in the bath at home! In 1966 the club moved into the new Bramhall Village Club at the top of Lumb Lane, gaining their own Darkroom for members - a major upgrade from using the bath! Many of the community may also remember the annual photographic exhibition the club held there upto 2014. Today the club is still a thriving section of the Village Club with over 60 members who meet on Monday evenings to participate in a programme of Presentations, Workshops, Members Challenges, Club and External Competitions and local MembersPhoto-walks.includeall levels of photographers from beginners (as we all were once) to high achievers with Photographic Accreditations. Photographs are taken using anything from smartphones to the latest digital cameras. More experienced Members are always on hand to help others to improve their photography.
The Autumn of 2022 marks the 75th Anniversary of Bramhall Camera club.
The club welcomes new members, whatever their level of expertise. If you are interested, please email info.bramhallps@gmail.com for more information or have a look at our website: www.bramhallps.org
Founded in 1947 as part of the Bramhall Community Club, itself founded in 1945 by the local Second World War Civil Defence Volunteers, they met in the old Methodist Church Hall where CenterPoint is now.
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38 SKBramhall & Woodford - September/October 2022 Useful StockportContactsNHSFoundation Trust’s Stepping Hill Tel 0161 483 Steppingwww.stockport.nhs.uk1010HillHospital, Poplar Grove, Hazel Grove, Stockport SK2 7JE. Stockport Council Tel 0161 480 Stockportwww.stockport.gov.uk4949Council,Town Hall, Edward Street, Stockport, SK1 3XE Greater Manchester Police For non-emergency calls please contact Stockport West on 0161 856 9770 stockport.westnpt@gmp. police.uk. Community Groups Bramhall Rotary www.bwrotary.org Woodford & Bramhall Branch Royal British Legion Tel 07729 905953 Bramhall Golf Club 0161www.bramhallgolfclub.co.uk4396092 Bramhall University of the Third Age (U3A) 0161www.bramhallu3a.org.uk4400447 Community MaryLocalwww.ilovebramhall.comwww.bramhallweb.co.ukWebsiteMPRobinsonMP www.mary-robinson.org.uk Local 078870161LisaBramhallCouncillorsNorthWalker(Conservative)4563941984844 cllr.lisa.walker@stockport.gov.uk Alanna Vine (Cons) 0161 440 8872/07742 cllr.alanna.vine@stockport.gov.uk302894 Linda Holt (Conservative) 0161 456 cllr.linda.holt@stockport.gov.uk1199 Bramhall South & Woodford Brian Bagnall (Conservative) 07785 brian.bagnall3@btinternet.com778571 Mike Hurleston (Conservative) 0161 486 1573 / 07774 cllr.mike.hurleston@stockport.gov.uk195592 John McGahan (Conservative) 07770 cllr.john.mcgahan@stockport.gov.uk127685 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 Monday-FridayHolidays):8.30am- 6pm
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To discuss your care needs with a senior member of the Hillbrook team please contact us:
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lightsasneedthisbeautiful.windowinteresting,amazingthecelebrated,viewisortheitselfisDoeswindowcoveringsoonasthegoonorelse Wendy from over the road will know what you’re eating for dinner! Does it let in much needed light or can you see the children from here. Hanging a pole longer than the window and having the curtains pulled back so that almost all of the window is exposed is a great tip. You can add to this Roman blinds on each window section if it’s a room that you’d want to part Sheershade.voiles are soft and luxurious these days, think boutique hotel rooms rather than your granny’s lounge back in the day. You can have them on an electric device for extra luxury. Then hang similarly toned plain curtains to finish the look that glide across full or part way if you’ve some privacy with no tie backs for this simple and clean look. A wave heading is perfect for this Shuttersstyle.area great idea for practical reasons giving options to open and close sections of the window independently. Soften the look with patterned curtains to the floor which can be much individuallythemtogether.fabricspatterned2andbeingobtainedlookAhardaroundneededtheshutters.relaxedcanbebybravechoosingdifferenttohangTiebackfor a cool, boho vibe. You could just tie them back to one side if it works. This is great in a younger person’s bedroom or a kitchen with the expanse of plain kitchen units, it’s a lovely, bright focal point. Let me know if I can help, Sharon.
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If you just pop into a curtain makers retail shop, you’ll know how bamboozling choosing a fabric can be. There’s plains, stripes, patterns, fabrics that are linen, boucle, velvet, then there’s what heading to have, lining, fullness, tie backs… it needs serious consideration. Here’s some tips on how to break that down.
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