SK Wilmslow & Alderley Edge March/April 2022

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Issue 40 March / April 2022 IN THIS ISSUE Events - P5 Under the Hammer - P10 Wellbeing Pilates - P14 Children’s Activities - P20 In Stitches - P24 Financial Matters - P26 Health & Wellbeing - P28 Interior Design - P32

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Welcome to Wilmslow & Alderley Edge Welcome to the March / April issue of SK Wilmslow & Alderley Edge. For those of you who like me, are longing for the warmer weather and brighter days, we’ve gone with a cheery front cover. A small reminder that spring is on its way.

Under The Hammer this month is looking at one of my favourite topics…watches. It really is a great time to check all those draws and boxes just in case you have a Tudor Rolex hiding away. Page 10 has the full story.

This month Under the Hammer page 10

Janet is getting the taste buds tingling with a lovely Mediterranean Chicken dish. Perfect to make at home.

It will really get you in the mood for a trip to the sun!

Page 12.

Community news is a plea from Bare Necessities Toiletry Bank. It is just like a food bank but only collects toiletries and hygiene essentials. Have a look and if you can help, I know they would be very grateful. Page 22.

The time is right to bring your treasures to new Cheshire valuation event I’ve got some great news for the people of Cheshire!

Hansons are back in the county offering free valuations in 2022 – and our hunt for auction treasure could bring you a windfall.

Fortnightly events are being held at St John’s Knutsford Church Centre, Church Hill, Knutsford, on Helen Smith with the Fridays, 11am-1pm. Head of Jewellery Rolex Daytona.

Upcoming dates include February 25, March 11/25 and April 8/22 – and I will be at the February launch!

We’d love to see you and are happy to assess everything and anything from ceramics, glassware, silver and jewellery to paintings, coins, toys, railwayana, dolls, teddies and Audemars Piguet more. And if a vintage watch gent’s 18ct rose gold is gathering dust in a drawer Automatic Royal Oak, sold for £19,500. bring that along too!

Designer time pieces can realise astonishing prices. To inspire you, one of the hottest watches in the world has just come in and head of jewellery Helen Smith can’t stop smiling about it. It’s got movie star pedigree and is set to star in Hansons’ March 31 Fine Art Auction.

Coming up with a guide price of £6,000-£8,000 is a Rolex Cosmograph Daytona. These watches are so rare there’s a waiting list to own one from new. That sends auction values through the roof.

A stainless steel and ceramic Daytona that cost around £10,000 in 2019 is now selling for more than £18,000.

This isn’t just a timepiece, it’s a luxury investment.

Consequently, the example consigned into our sale,

a series three steel and gold Rolex Cosmograph Daytona with white dial and diamond-set number markers, Ref. 116523, 2004, complete with original box, could spark ferocious bidding.

The person we have Rolex Cosmograph Daytona, to thank is legendary Ref. 116523, estimate Hollywood actor Paul £6,000-£8,000.

Newman. When he slipped a Daytona onto his wrist the die was cast for this watch to hit the stratosphere. In 2017, Newman’s series one Daytona (Ref. 6239) sold for US$17.75 million (£13m) in New York.

But the Daytona’s success Tudor Rolex steel isn’t just down to the Paul Oysterdate watch, sold for £51,100.

Newman effect. It’s a hard watch to find due to limited production runs. Hence the waiting lists. But Other designs and makes excel too.

A Tudor Rolex steel Oysterdate watch bought for £300 in 1971 made £51,100 at Hansons. Then there was the circa 2017 Audemars Piguet gent’s 18ct rose gold Automatic Royal Oak watch, £19,500.

Omega, Cartier or Longines are popular too.

Hansons’ valuers will be at St John’s Knutsford Church Centre, Church Hill, Knutsford, WA16 6DH, on February 25 (Charles Hanson in attendance), March 11/25, April 8/22, May 6/20 and June 10/24.

To find out more or to arrange a home visit in Cheshire to assess antiques, please email: service@hansonsauctioneers.co.uk.

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Contents

Remember to contact the organisers of the events and activities we have in the magazine. People and groups will be going at their own pace so it’s best to check up before you go than be disappointed on the day.

Welcome - Page 3

Grab a brew and enjoy the read.

Wellbeing - Pilates – Page 14

Cheers

Community Care – Page 16

Simon

Children’s Activities – Page 20,21

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Events - Pages 5, 6 & 8 Under the Hammer – Page 10 Food & Drink - Page 12

Community News – Page 22 In Stitches – Page 24 Financial Matters – Page 26 Health & Wellbeing – Page 28 Community Index - Page 30 Interior Design – Page 32 Ad Index - Page 34

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EVERY MONDAY: EXERCISE FOR SENIORS Further details contact Angela 07790291648.

EVERY MONDAY: STORY TIME AT WILMSLOW LIBRARY

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EVERY MONDAY: ITALIAN CONVERSATION CLASSES

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EVERY MONDAY: BALLROOM/LATIN AMERICAN DANCE CLASSES: Susan Young 07712 069627

EVERY MONDAY: TALBOT BADMINTON CLUB

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EVERY MONDAY & THURSDAY: EXERCISE & STRENGH Monday 2.00-3.00 p.m. Strength and Balance.

Thursday 2.00-3.00 p.m. Exercise for Seniors (Seated and Standing Exercise to Music) Each class is £5.00 per week. Chapel Court, Hawthorn Street, Wilmslow. Further details from me Angela (07790291648)

EVERY FIRST & THIRD MONDAY: WILMSLOW WRITERS

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EVERY SECOND & FOURTH MONDAY: ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCING

Contact 01625 520193 or email Shan Bristow shan@shanbristow.co.uk

THIRD MONDAY OF THE MONTH: EAST CHESHIRE ALPINE GARDEN SOCIETY.

We are a sociable group of enthusiastic gardeners, many of whom have a wide knowledge of things alpine. Our aim is to present an all round gardening experience with an excellent programme of good countrywide speakers. Our meetings boast a friendly atmosphere and we are happy to welcome visitors and new members. We have plant sales a competition and a raffle. Come and meet us at Wilmslow Preparatory School at 7pm for 7.30 start, September to April. Subscriptions are Single £10, Joint £18 plus £1 per meeting. Visitors £4.

EVERY MONDAY AND TUESDAY: CLASSES FOR SEQUENCE DANCING Contact Susan Young 07712 069627

EVERY TUESDAY AFTERNOON: SEQUENCE TEA DANCE

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EVERY TUESDAY: ROTARY CLUB OF WILMSLOW DEAN Contact 01625 535580. www.wilmslowdeanrotary.org.uk.

EVERY TUESDAY: BARNBY CHOIR

Do come and join us and enjoy the benefits of singing. All voices welcome. Phone for a quick chat or email Shan Bristow 01625 520193 shan@shanbristow.co.uk 8pm Wilmslow United Reformed Church, Chapel Lane, Wilmslow, SK9 1PR Brand new website www.barnbychoir.co.uk SKWilmslow & Alderley Edge - March/April 2022 | 5

EVERY TUESDAY: WILMSLOW BADMINTON CLUB

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Contact John Poole on 01625 584328 or Denis Langton on 01625 583720

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EVERY SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: THE ARTS SOCIETY WILMSLOW EVERY WEDNESDAY: WOW SINGERS (LADIES’ DAYTIME CHOIR)

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FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH: BOOK LOVERS GROUP

Taking place at Wilmslow Library 2pm-2.45pm.

Each month we have a theme and anyone who wants to come just has to read a book based around the theme, they can then join us for a biscuit and chat. The themes for the next two meetings are: November’s theme is ‘Back to the 90’s’ – A book published in the 90s, a book you remember reading in the 90s or maybe a book set in the 90s December’s theme is ‘Wish you were here’ – A cosy cottage in the Lake District, a ski chalet, maybe the bright lights of Las Vegas read about a destination that sounds good to you. Telephone 01625 374 060 for more details.

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EVERY WEDNESDAY: BACKBEAT A CAPPELLA

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FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH: DEAN ROW WI

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EVERY SECOND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH: WILMSLOW HISTORICAL SOCIETY

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EVERY THIRD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH: CONCERTS UNDER THE SPIRE:

Morning Coffee Concerts at Alderley Edge Methodist Church.From January to March, the series will feature musicians from the Royal Northern College of Music, and we look forward to the exceptional standard of performance we have come to expect from these talented students. Coffee is served from 10.15 am and the recital begins at 11.00 am on 19th January, 16th February and 16th March. Admission £10 to include refreshments.www.alderleyedgemethodistchurch.com

EVERY FOURTH WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH: WILMSLOW U3A

Meetings at 2.30pm with a different speaker each month New members are very welcome.

Costs £1 each meeting after membership fee which includes a cup of tea and a biscuit. URC schoolrooms, Chapel Lane, Wilmslow.

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EVERY THURSDAY AFTERNOON: MOBBERLEY BRIDGE CLUB

EVERY SUNDAY MORNING: THE ALDERLEY EDGE, WILMSLOW AND DISTRICT FOOTPATHS PRESERVATION SOCIETY EVERY SUNDAY: “HUNGRY FOR HELP”

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WILMSLOW CIVIC TRUST: WEDNESDAY 2ND MARCH Talk by Dr Jonathon Swinton, author of ‘Alan Turing’s Manchester’. A mathematical modeller by background and consultant to groups in pharma, biotech and academia.

This will be a joint meeting with Wilmslow Historical Society in connection with a public consultation to be launched by W.H.S. and W.C.T. to gauge the level of support, if any, for some prominent commemoration in Wilmslow of any memorial to Alan Turing, and if so, what form it might take.

WEDNESDAY 6TH APRIL The A.G.M.will be followed by an illustrated talk entitled ‘Romany, the BBC’s First Natural World Broadcaster ?’ If there are any members who feel they would like to be involved with the work of the Trust and the committee, the A.G.M. is the time to step forward !

A warm welcome awaits you. Chairman Stuart Kinsey would be very pleased to hear from you and he can be contacted on email - chairman@wilmslowcivictrust.org.uk In view of continuing uncertainty, the meetings will be held via Zoom. All meetings will be open at 7. 30 to start at 7. 45. If the Covid situation improves markedly, it may be possible to hold meetings at the United Reformed Church, but please check nearer the date. Details for Zoom access will be sent to members nearer the date.

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The time is right to bring your treasures to new Cheshire valuation event I’ve got some great news for the people of Cheshire!

Hansons are back in the county offering free valuations in 2022 – and our hunt for auction treasure could bring you a windfall.

Fortnightly events are being held at St John’s Knutsford Church Centre, Church Hill, Knutsford, on Helen Smith with the Fridays, 11am-1pm. Head of Jewellery Rolex Daytona.

Upcoming dates include February 25, March 11/25 and April 8/22 – and I will be at the February launch!

We’d love to see you and are happy to assess everything and anything from ceramics, glassware, silver and jewellery to paintings, coins, toys, railwayana, dolls, teddies and Audemars Piguet more. And if a vintage watch gent’s 18ct rose gold is gathering dust in a drawer Automatic Royal Oak, sold for £19,500. bring that along too!

Designer time pieces can realise astonishing prices. To inspire you, one of the hottest watches in the world has just come in and head of jewellery Helen Smith can’t stop smiling about it. It’s got movie star pedigree and is set to star in Hansons’ March 31 Fine Art Auction.

Coming up with a guide price of £6,000-£8,000 is a Rolex Cosmograph Daytona. These watches are so rare there’s a waiting list to own one from new. That sends auction values through the roof.

A stainless steel and ceramic Daytona that cost around £10,000 in 2019 is now selling for more than £18,000.

This isn’t just a timepiece, it’s a luxury investment.

Consequently, the example consigned into our sale,

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a series three steel and gold Rolex Cosmograph Daytona with white dial and diamond-set number markers, Ref. 116523, 2004, complete with original box, could spark ferocious bidding.

The person we have Rolex Cosmograph Daytona, to thank is legendary Ref. 116523, estimate Hollywood actor Paul £6,000-£8,000.

Newman. When he slipped a Daytona onto his wrist the die was cast for this watch to hit the stratosphere. In 2017, Newman’s series one Daytona (Ref. 6239) sold for US$17.75 million (£13m) in New York.

But the Daytona’s success Tudor Rolex steel isn’t just down to the Paul Oysterdate watch, sold for £51,100.

Newman effect. It’s a hard watch to find due to limited production runs. Hence the waiting lists. But Other designs and makes excel too.

A Tudor Rolex steel Oysterdate watch bought for £300 in 1971 made £51,100 at Hansons. Then there was the circa 2017 Audemars Piguet gent’s 18ct rose gold Automatic Royal Oak watch, £19,500.

Omega, Cartier or Longines are popular too.

Hansons’ valuers will be at St John’s Knutsford Church Centre, Church Hill, Knutsford, WA16 6DH, on February 25 (Charles Hanson in attendance), March 11/25, April 8/22, May 6/20 and June 10/24.

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Mediterranean Chicken Recipe

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Last Christmas he bought me a gorgeous book by Claudia Roden called Med. I have been trying out some of the recipes and this one turned out a real cracker.

A real easy tray bake with no complicated ingredients perfect for a quick supper after work.

Chicken with olives and boiled lemon.

Serves 8 2 small unwaxed lemons Juice of 2 lemons 6tbsp olive oil 1 1/2 tsp ground turmeric 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger 1 1/2 tbsp honey 250ml dry white wine 1 whole head of garlic – cloves chopped 16 skin on bone in chicken thighs 120g capers in brine, drained 200g pitted green olives Bunch of coriander leaves chopped Salt and black pepper

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First put the 2 small lemons into a pan of cold water and put a saucer over them to stop them floating. Bring to the boil and them simmer for 30 minutes until they are very soft. Chop them up discarding the pips and then set them aside for later.

Pre- heat the oven to 180C or 160C in a fan oven.

Mix up the lemon juice in a large bowl with the oil, turmeric, ginger, honey, wine and some salt and pepper. Whisk the mixture well then add the garlic and chicken pieces turning well to coat. Put the chicken pieces in a large roasting pan skin side up dotting the olives, capers and lemon pieces in amongst them. Pour over the liquid from the bowl and bake for around an hour or until the chicken is cooked through.

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Pilates for Horse Riders

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nlike other sports which involve fast movements and cardio fitness, in horse riding the postural adjustments are subtle and require strength and endurance – a slow continuous demand on the stabilizing system.

It takes a different fitness to stand or sit in one position for many hours rather than to move around constantly, as the body fatigues more easily in static postures than dynamic ones.

Many riders spend countless hours schooling their horses and fixing their imbalances, but don’t look at themselves.

Horse and rider are a combination. When training off the horse, we need to look at your body as a whole. It’s not just about fitness or strength exercises, it’s also about breath, body control and how flexible you are in the right areas.

There’s a wealth of information about improving “core stability” in riders, however bracing the abdomen will not make the rider more stable. If the abdominal muscles are braced and tense – the rider will not be able to absorb the horse’s movement effectively.

Focus needs to be placed on efficient breathing techniques, improving appropriate muscle activation and eccentric strength training and endurance in the hip muscles- particularly hip flexors and gluteal muscles.

Looking at the principles of Pilates it is easy to see how these can be adapted to the requirements needed to be an effective and

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proficient rider. Pilates will teach you better body awareness and more control over your body.

Riding requires symmetry, balance, stability and co-ordination.

Alignment when riding has a huge impact on your horse. If your body is misaligned your weight will be heavier either from side to side or front to back with detrimental affect to your horse’s way of going. You need to think of your pelvis, ribcage & head as building blocks which need to be stacked up over one another for correct alignment. If these boxes are out of alignment your weight will be focused more over one side of the horse. Rider imbalances not only affect the rider’s performance but also that of the horse and potentially it’s soundness (joint wear, soft tissue soreness and injury) So, whether you ride for pleasure or have a desire to compete professionally Pilates is a must for all horse riders.

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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ere’s a story that will surely lift our spirits and inspire us, it is about a man called Brian Chorley. At the age of 83 he has become a media star. His newfound fame, TV appearances and press attention has not come from acknowledgement of high-profile charity work, a heroic deed such as saving someone from drowning or climbing a huge mountain it has come about simply from his daily working life.

What makes his story remarkable and inspiring is that Brian, has worked on the same site for almost 70 years and without taking a day off sick!.

He began working at Clarks shoe factory in 1953, when he was just 15 years old. Brain joined the factory to earn some extra money for his family, encouraged by his father. Brian was aware that money was tight after his father left the army following the war and he describes his family as ‘being poor’. Initially he worked 45 hours a week, he earned two pounds and three shillings and gave a pound to his mum knowing this would help their financial situation.

He admitted that “Going from school to a place like that was overwhelming.” but he committed himself and worked hard. During the first couple of years, he did various jobs and at 17 he took on the extra work to learn the skill of shoe sole cutting which would see him earn £12 a week.

Brian continued working for Clarks until the 1980s when he was his mid-50s. The factory was

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closed, and the area was later redeveloped into the Clarks Village Shopping outlet which opened in 1993.

Following the closure, Brian undertook various jobs to keep himself busy. Then, in 2005, a friend who had started work at Clarks Village called Brian, inviting him to join him. He originally took on a job helping sort recycling at the centre, but one day was asked if he wanted to move on to the guest services team, where he has worked ever since.

He says this role suits him, telling reporters “I go out of my way to help people. I do everything I can to give them a good service and treat them with respect.

I’ve been told so many times what a wonderful service they’ve had, and they feel so happy, and that’s all I want.”

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Baby Ballet

Bon Bons

Baby Bounce

Caterpillar Music

Tuesday afternoon at Handforth & Prestbury School of Dance, Dean Row Community Hall, Dean Row. Call Michelle on 0161 483 6678.

suitable for 12 months and under - Tuesdays 9.4510.15. Wilmslow Library. Pleas book in advance by calling 01625 374 060

Baby Massage

Wednesdays during term time at 1.30 pm at Wilmslow Methodist Church. Please contact the church office on 01625 528892 for more info or to book a place.

Baby Massage & More, Meet & Massage and Mother & Baby Yoga - Lushtums

Classes in Poynton, Hazel Grove & Parrswood at local venues or in your own home. Baby Massage & More is a lovely way to enhance your bond with your baby, aid relaxation and sleep, relieve colic and constipation and meet new friends. Postnatal Yoga with your baby to regain your strength and shape one day at a time, whilst having yoga fun with your baby. Babies welcomed with all their moods and states. Pregnancy Yoga and birth preparation also available. Contact Suzanne.wild@lushtums.co.uk or www.lushtums.co.uk.

Wednesday morning at Wilmslow Parish Hall, Cliff Road, Wilmslow. Call Bonnie on 07739 359948.

Monday morning at Wilmslow Leisure Centre, Rectory Fields, Wilmslow. Call Jan on 01925 860459.

The Creation Station

Wednesday morning at Dean Row Village Hall, Brown Lane, Wilmslow. Call Sarah on 0844 854 5065.

Friday Tots

Friday 10 – 11.30am at Alderley Edge Methodist Church. Call Susan on 01625 585166.

Little Footprints

Wednesday & Friday 9.15 – 11am at Dean Row Community Centre, Dean Row. Call Brenda on 01625 251097.

Little Strikers Pre-School Football

Monday morning at Parish Hall, The Corrs, Cliff Road, Wilmslow. Wednesday morning at The Scout Hut, Talbot Road, Alderley Edge. Call 07792 791382

My Baby Massage

Tuesday in Alderley Edge. Call Claire on 01625 583325 or 07952 810350.

Baby Reflexology

Thursday morning at Moor Lane, Wilmslow.

Call Gabby on 07817 597288.

Baby Sensory

Tuesday morning & afternoon at St John’s Church Hall, Knutsford Road, Wilmslow. Call Beccy on 07503 547083.

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Lego Club

Thursdays 3.30-4.30. Wilmslow Library. Pleas book in advance by calling 01625 374 060

Little Superstars Sports Club

Friday morning & afternoon at Wilmslow Leisure Centre, Rectory Fields, Wilmslow. Call Louise on 07904 311552.

Mums, Dads & Tots

Wednesday 1.30 – 3pm at St. Benedict’s Church, Hall Road, Handforth. Call Jacquie on 01625 250471.

Talking Tots

Wednesday morning at Wilmslow Parish Hall, Cliff Road, Wilmslow. Call Beccy on 07947 735373.

Tennis Tykes Music Bugs

Friday morning at Wilmslow Parish Hall, Cliff Road, Wilmslow. Call Stacey on 0844 822 1175.

Praise & Play

Tuesday at 1.30 – 3pm at St Chad’s Church, Wilmslow Road, Handforth. Call Chris on 01625 530228

Puddle Ducks Baby & Pre-School Swimming

Friday afternoon at The Hallmark Hotel, Stanley Road, Handforth. Call 01477 410080.

Monday & Friday afternoon (term time only) at St John’s Church Centre, Lindow. Call Caroline on 07843 342662.

Tiddlywinks Mini Church (activities, play & stories)

Story, song and craft activity session on Wednesdays during term time 10.30 am - 12 pm at Wilmslow Methodist Church. Please contact the church office on 01625 528892 for more info.

Tiny Hands

Friday 10 – 12pm at St Mary’s Methodist Church, Wilmslow Road, Handforth. Call Margaret on 01625 526591.

Raindrops Tots

Tuesday 10am – 12pm (term time only) at Wilmslow Parish Hall, Cliff Road, Wilmslow.

Rhyme Time

Thursdays 11.00-11.30. Wilmslow Library. Pleas book in advance by calling 01625 374 060

Sally Williams Baby Ballet

Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday afternoons at Wilmslow Leisure Centre, Rectory Fields, Wilmslow.

Call Sally on 01625 585070.

Songs & Rhymes

Mondays during term time at 10 am at Wilmslow Methodist Church. Please contact the church office on 01625 528892 for more info or to book a place.

Tiny Toes

Wednesday morning at Wilmslow Leisure Centre, Rectory Fields, Wilmslow. Call Sally on 01625 585070.

Tumble Tots

Tuesday and Wednesday at Wilmslow Leisure Centre, Rectory Fields, Wilmslow. Contact Megan on 07814 020095.

Water Babies Swimming

Monday afternoon / Tuesday morning at The Hallmark Hotel, Stanley Road, Handforth. Call Chris on 01270 611111. Also Monday & Wednesday afternoon at The Holiday Inn, Altrincham Road, Wilmslow. Call 01270 781239.

Story Time for Under 5’s

Mondays 9.45-10.15. Wilmslow Library. Pleas book in advance by calling 01625 374 060

If you are interested in attending any of these activities please phone first to check the details.

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We distribute these to 33 charities and organisations whose clients are living in hygiene poverty. These include women’s charities, food banks, youth and school groups, mother & baby and street homeless. You can see exactly who we help at www. bntoiletrybank.org. Hygiene

poverty means going without the everyday toiletries we all take for granted; it heaps shame on those experiencing it and robs confidence making day -to -day life an ordeal.

Bare Necessities collects and distributes unused, unopened everyday toiletries including unwanted gift sets and hotel miniatures.

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Great Sewing Easter break

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hank you for joining me in this issue. It’s almost Easter which means The Great British Sewing Bee is back on the telly. Series 8 brings in a new host, Sarah Pascoe who will join judges and masters of the trade, Esme Young (Central Saint Martins, University of Arts London) and Saville Row’s, Patrick Grant. The show has been introducing new sewing techniques to viewers, and helping bring sewing into a fun and exciting hobby for the creatives.

Last year we saw some wonderful carnival costumes in International Week and some great dress up ideas in Children’s Week.

Thank you for joining me in this issue. It’s almost Easter which means The Great British Sewing Bee is back on the telly. Series 8 brings in a new host, Sarah Pascoe who will join judges and masters of the trade, Esme Young (Central Saint Martins, University of Arts London) and Saville Row’s, Patrick Grant. The show has been introducing new sewing techniques to viewers, and helping bring sewing into a fun and exciting hobby for the creatives.

Last year we saw some wonderful carnival costumes in International Week and some great dress up ideas in Children’s Week.

To keep me company while I sew, I was searching for some great sewing podcasts.

Listening to others telling their stories, inspirations and experiences is a lovely way to properly switch off from the world and really immerse yourself into your sewing. “Love to Sew” is a Canadian based podcast. I love their mix of guest speakers and expert advisors who join the channel and share their knowledge.

If you’re a little older, their “Sew Organised Style” engage more with their social media and seek out great stories within their talented community. If you have a special skill such as

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weaving dog hair into yarn, then this one is for you. Longstanding, ’Sewing with Threads’ is a great one to help improve your skill set.

For a read for a long bank holiday weekend, The Sewing Machine by Natalie Fergie is one to borrow from the library. Natalie follows the story of four generations of family and one sewing machine which holds the family history. It’s a quaint story which travels back and forth through the histories of the families, beginning with Jean, in the Singer factory in 1911. The factory is just about to close due to a strike and Jean makes bold statement which goes against the wishes of her abusive father. You may want to grab a few tissues for this one.

I was pleased to be able to interview Natalie in a live chat on one of my YouTube shows over the Christmas period (you can follow the link below).

Natalie lives in Edinburgh, not far from Clydebank. Even though the factory has been demolished and the infamous clock tower lost from the skyline, there are small notable of the Singer factory still dotted about. You can visit the (very small) Singer Museum in Clydebank which boasts a number of exclusive machines found now where else.

Have a Great Sewing Easter break, and don’t forget, if you need help with your overlocker or tricky fabrics, join me on my YouTube channel, Abi’s Den. Happy, Sewing!

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INCOME TAX –

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Rates and Allowances a very brief refresher course

t is important to understand the personal tax regime at some level to make sure that you are not paying more tax than you ought to, so I thought I’d offer this brief recap of the rates of tax and the main allowances that are available in different circumstances.

There are three bands of income tax, and we each have a personal tax-free allowance of up to £12,570.

Beyond our personal allowance our income is taxed in bands at the rates of 20%, 40% and 45%. 20% is the Basic Rate band and applies to income up to £50,270; 40% is the Higher Rate band and applies to income up to £150,000 and 45% is levied over £150,000. Each slice of personal income is allocated to the band it falls in and is taxed at that rate, so for example a salary of £60,270 would only have the 40% tax rate applied to the top slice of £10,000.

The expressions ‘basic-rate’ and ‘higher-rate’ taxpayer tend to be used to describe someone according to what band the top slice of income falls into.

Wise directors and shareholders will transfer shares in their company to their spouses, particularly if the spouse has not ‘used up’ all of their basic rate band. If the director is a higher rate taxpayer, then it makes perfect sense to reduce their own dividends and arrange for their company to pay the sacrificed dividends to their spouse. (confusingly, the rates of tax on dividends are currently 7.50%, 32.50% and 38.1% for basic and two bands of higher rate taxpayers respectively, but the rationale for these lower rates is that the company has already been taxed on its profits before it could even pay dividends).

Note that all rates of tax in respect of dividends are increasing by 1.25% from 6 April 2022.

If a director and shareholder of a limited company is owed money by the company they can charge their own company interest. There is a mechanism for this and the company must submit a return to HMRC, but because we each have an annual tax free personal savings allowance starting at £5,000, (if your other

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income is less than £12,570) and reducing to £1,000 (£500 for the higher rate taxpayer), as your other income increases; an element of the interest the company pays the director will be always be tax free for the director while at the same time the company’s profits and therefore its corporation tax liability is reduced because of the interest it has paid the director.

I’ve mentioned this previously, but it is worth returning to. The Marriage Allowance allows you to transfer £1,260 of your £12,570 personal tax-free allowance to your spouse as long as you don’t pay income tax and your spouse is a basic rate taxpayer. This will save your household up to £252 of tax a year and claims made through an HMRC portal can be back dated to the 2018 tax year.

If during the pandemic your employer has told you to work from home in the 2021 tax year or the current 2022 tax year then you can claim £312 relief each year against your salary; an annual tax saving of up to £62.40 for a basic rate tax payer and more for a higher rate tax payer.

This claim is made through a portal and the tax relief is awarded through a change to your PAYE code, but with a likely minimum tax saving of £124.80 it is well worth claiming.

In this article I touch on areas that are hopefully interesting and relevant. As we all know, tax is an immensely complicated area and everyone’s personal circumstances are different. So seek guidance from your accountant to better understand how any of these points might specifically impact you.

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Health & Wellbeing

SEVERE PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME A cupuncture is often excellent at treating hormonal disorders such as PMS (premenstrual syndrome) and recently it was my pleasure to help a patient suffering from a very debilitating condition called Premenstrual Disphoric Disorder (PMDD) which is like a type of very severe PMS. Up to 75% of women who have their periods may have mild PMS, but PMDD is much less common.

It affects only between 3% and 8% of women.

Unfortunately, women with PMDD are often misdiagnosed. Sometimes they go undiagnosed, being told they are just hormonal and need to get over it and unfortunately, it is all too common for women with PMDD to be incorrectly diagnosed with bipolar disorder.

Many of us may experience symptoms of PMS. But if you have PMDD, these symptoms are much worse and can have a serious impact on your life. Experiencing PMDD can make it difficult to work, socialise and have healthy relationships.

PMDD causes a range of emotional and physical symptoms every month during the week or two before your period. Emotional symptoms can be quite extreme and can include: feeling angry or irritable, mood swings, feeling upset or tearful, lack of energy, difficulty concentrating, feeling anxious or tense, overwhelmed or out of control, insomnia, taking less interest in activities you normally enjoy, feeling hopeless and at worst, suicidal feelings. Physical symptoms can include: breast tenderness or swelling, pain in your muscles and joints, headaches, feeling bloated,

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changes in your appetite, such as overeating or having specific food cravings.

If you are suffering with symptoms like these, or with the milder symptoms of PMS, do consider trying acupuncture. This is what my patient had to say about her treatment...

“Having issues with endometriosis and a hormonal disorder called PMDD (premenstrual dysforic disorder) which is difficult to treat, I thought I’d give acupuncture a try without expecting too much as even medication hasn’t been much of a success in my case . Long story short, within 3 months of treatment with Fiona, my period pain and bleeding has become so mild to the point that I can get out of bed and function for the first time after many years and the PMDD symptoms (mainly insomnia, anxiety, brain fog and joint pain caused by the sensitivity of the hormone changes after ovulation) have been reduced to a minimum level! I highly recommend Fiona for acupuncture treatment .

She’s helpful, she will explain everything in detail and she will do everything to help you.”

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Useful Contacts

Cheshire East Council Tel: 0300 123 5500 www.cheshireeast.gov.uk Cheshire East Council, Westfield, Middlewich Road, Sandbach, CW11 1HZ Cheshire Police For non-emergency calls please 101 or 0845 4580000 (only call 999 in emergencies) 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. Wilmslow Town Council 01625 402907 townclerk@wilmslow-tc.org.uk

Community Groups

Rotary Club of Wilmslow Dean 01625 535580 or 530535 www.wilmslowdeanrotary.org.uk Wilmslow Royal British Legion Club 01625 523715 Email: info@wilmslowlegionclub.co.uk The Green Room Theatre Wilmslow Ticket-Line 01625 540993 email: mail@greenroomwilmslow.org.uk https://greenroomwilmslow.org.uk

Independent Community Website www.wilmslow.co.uk www.wilmslow.org.uk www.whatsin-wilmslow.co.uk

Local MP

Esther McVey MP (Conservative) 01625 529922 officeofesthermcveyMP@parliament.uk

Local Councillors

Wilmslow Dean Row Lata Anderson (Residents of Wilmslow) 07908 245751 Lata.Anderson@cheshireeast.gov.uk Wilmslow East David Jefferay (Residents of Wilmslow) 07729 707215 david.jefferay@cheshireeast.gov.uk

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Wilmslow Lacey Green Don Stockton (Conservative) 01270 686474 don.stockton@cheshireeast.gov.uk Wilmslow West & Chorley Mark Goldsmith (Residents of Wilmslow) 07729 707215 mark.goldsmith@cheshireeast.gov.uk Iain Macfarlane (Residents of Wilmslow) 07767 667828 Iain.Macfarlane@cheshireeast.gov.uk

Around Wilmslow Wilmslow Library South Drive, Wilmslow, Cheshire. SK9 1NW Tel: 01625 374060 email: wilmslow.library@cheshireeast.gov.uk Opening Hours: Monday – 9am - 7pm, Tuesday – 9am - 5pm, Wednesday - 9am - 1pm, Thursday – 9am - 7pm, Friday 9am - 5pm, Saturday – 9am 1pm. Sunday closed Wilmslow Post Office Tesco, Green Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire SK9 1LD T: 01625 524036 Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday 8am – 8pm Wilmslow Health Centre Chapel Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire. SK9 5HX T: 01625 548 555 Opening Hours: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 8am – 6pm, Tuesday 8am – 8pm, Friday 7.30am – 6.30pm, Saturday 8.45am – Noon (pre booked appointments only on Saturday) Wilmslow Dental Practice 26 Chapel Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5HZ T: 01625 441763 Opening Hours: Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm (closed for lunch 1-2pm) Closed Saturday & Sunday Citizens Advice Admin phone number is 01625 432847

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.

Founded in 1952, Hillbrook Grange is run as a not-for-profit registered charity and is managed by a small team, all of whom live in the Bramhall area. 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.

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HOW TO CREATE A BLISSFUL BEDROOM

s it time to tackle your tired boudoir? If you’re planning on a restyle or a bigger update, start by narrowing down the choices and deciding on a look you love.

Whether it’s calm and considered, dark and dramatic or luxuriously glamorous, there are plenty to choose from. One of my all time favourites that will stand the test of time is a classy, neutral scheme.

Layers of creams, taupes, greys and white, added to some unfussy black to give it that edge.

Structure is key. Have a central feature to act as an anchor-point. It may be something that’s already in the room like a fireplace, or perhaps you’ve fallen in love with an amazing light, or the bed – is it 4 poster?

Wow, work with that if you have the room to house such a beauty. From here you can add items that work well. If you have a beautiful old fireplace, rub it down and re-paint it in a sympathetic colour. If you then add a bed from the same style, you’ll start to be able to pull together everything else to complement it.

What if you’ve found a gorgeous, sleek, glass light that you just love? Add a classy upholstered bed head in neutral shades, similar simple curtains and light carpets along with a soft rug and layered bedding in shades of taupe against white and, hey presto, you have a full scheme. If you have the space add a chair, soft in colour then simple and elegant wardrobes to finish the scheme.

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In a neutral scheme you do need darker shades and/or touches of black or it all just looks very samey. These can be added as curtain poles, cushion edges and accessories. Patterns can be used sparingly for added impact, pared back and limited to one or two areas.

Bedding and accessories are key for the final look. If you just put all the stuff back that was in your old bedroom, it will start to look like the old bedroom. Treat yourself to crisp new bedding and throws for that boutique hotel look, it’s usually the biggest item in the room and will transform the look. Save ornaments and pieces you love if they go with the scheme but place them with pride in groups then add new items and choose elements across the room to tie together.

Let me know if I can help, Sharon.

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Can implants be an option for you?

This was a recent case that we completed where we gave our patient the ability to chew and smile with confidence. The patient attended with failing upper teeth that were loose and infected.

These teeth were removed and 4 implants were placed. These implants were then used to support a fixed bridge. This enabled the patient to chew without struggling and to smile with confidence with teeth that were setup to create a natural look.

If you would like to know about which options may be available to you please give us a call or if you would like to explore more treatments similar to this, please call Jane on 0161-486-0743 to book in for a free non-obligation consultation

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