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4 Cheshire Independent Issue 48IN BRIEF . . .BRAMHALL High School is holdingan Open Evening on WednesdayOctober 17 from 6pm-9pm.BRAMHALL Reading Group meetson the fourth Thursday of everymonth at the village’s library onBramhall Lane South. The hourlongmeeting is free and starts at6.45pm.FOOD and drink from across thecounty was on offer as Cheshirecelebrated its second annual foodfestival. The two-day event was heldat Walton Hall and featureddemonstrations from top regionalchefs, stalls offering the finest oflocally produced foodstuffs and aspecial bake-off.CHESHIRE Constabulary’s bandtravelled to Bad Schlema inGermany to perform in front of anaudience of thousands at the area’sworld-famous music festival.STAFF and pupils at a Cheadleschool for students with complexemotional, behavioural and socialdifficulties have started theacademic year with a name change.CYCES, which is run by theTogether Trust, is now known asAshcroft School. The new name isassociated with house mother DaisyAshcroft, who worked in the buildingon the Together Trust’s Schools HillCampus from 1929 until 1952.ORGANISERS of the RHS NorthWest In Bloom competition haverevealed that Wilmslow has beennominated for an award. It is thefirst time the town has entered thecontest and details of its honourwill be revealed next month.Olympic star Jennibows out on a highOLYMPIC high-flyer Jenni Pincheshas announced her retirementfrom gymnastics at the tenderage of 18.The Macclesfield student saysfarewell to the sport having lived outher dreams on the biggest sporting stagein the word.Jenni, who is in the sixth form atKing’s School, said: “I finished on a realhigh. I achieved life time best performanceson the floor and the vault andhelped Great Britain achieve fifthplace, our best ever Olympic performanceand equal to our result in theWorld Championships.“I have achieved everything I wantedto achieve and now at 18 it is time totake advantage of other opportunitiesthat may come my way.”Jenni is jetting off to Ecuador for twomonths to work on developing worldprojects and will then return to theKing’s School to study Psychology andEnglish Language at A-Level.She then hopes to study psychologyat university and may want to combineSarah looks to RioDISLEY Golden girl Sarah Storey has saiddefending her four Paralympic titles at Rioin four years’time would be “the ultimatedream.”The 34-year-old became the toast ofCheshire during the summer when shejoined Baroness Tanni Grey Thompson inwinning a record eleven Paralympic goldher studies with media and acting work.During the Games Jenni not only wonplaudits for her excellence on the floor,but for her presentation skills, sharingthe microphone with Olympic legendOlga Korbut and top BBC presenterMatt Baker for a commentary session.Speaking about her Games experienceshe said: “The Olympic village wasa wonderful place with all the world’sbest athletes and coaches together andbeing very happy.“Everyone was sitting around, chatting,laughing and eating lunchtogether. I met Chris Hoy, Tom Daleyand Zara Phillips was staying the roomsnext door to us.“I met Will, Harry and Kate Middletonthree times, In fact in thegymnastics hall, Kate tapped me on theshoulder and started to talking to me.“She was so nice, just a lovely naturalwoman like you would expect. I metRonnie Wood from the Rolling Stonesand after the 200 metre final we had achat with Usain Bolt and Johan Blakeas they came back into the village.”medals. And she revealed that she celebratedwith pizza and chips and by tidyingher room! There was a double reason forjoy in the Storey household as her husbandBarney also struck gold at the games.Postboxes in Disley and in Poynton werepainted gold in honour of the sportingcouple’s games triumphs.Royal fan: Jenni meets Kate, Duchess of Cambridgeduring London 2012Action girl: Jenni wowed the Olympic crowdsSchooldays: Backat King’sready toresumeherstudiesA German Viewpoint• German engineered windowand door systems• “Thermico” windows toPassivhaus standard• Aluminium entrance doors andbi-fold systems• High tech fi bre reinforcedsystemA detached house with circa 30m 2 of window areainstalled with Weru Thermico windows saves up to12,300 litres of heating oil in 15 years.Eddisbury ConstructionCompany LimitedPVCu Building Component SpecialistsMere House, Manchester Road, Marton,Nr. Macclesfield, Cheshire. 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Issue 48 Cheshire Independent 5Primary’sexpansion isa class actYOUNGSTERS from Mottram StAndrew Primary Academy joinedstaff, governors and local MPDavid Rutley for the opening oftheir new classroom.The expansion to the school will behome to Year 4 pupils and providesmuch-needed space.Macclesfield MP Mr Rutley cut theribbon to declare the classroom openand unveiled a commemorative plaqueat the school, which is the first PrimaryAcademy in Cheshire.Head Christine Bowen said: “We areso pleased to be able to open this newclassroom. The classroom will help usto offer more opportunities to ourpupils by using a variety of teachingtechniques.”Strong turnoutfor civic serviceA HOST of dignitaries from acrossCheshire attended Wilmslow’s civicservice, which was held at StBartholomew’s on Chancel Lane.They included the Mayor and Mayoressof Cheshire East, George andVeronica Walton, who were joined byMacclesfield, Poynton and Bollington’smayors.The service, taken by Rev Dr PaulSmith, was also attended by WilmslowTown councillors and volunteers froma number of local groups.During the service special certificatesand commemorative Jubilee mugs werepresented to three children whosedesigns are incorporated in the towncouncil’s Jubilee Gate which is locatedat The Carrs.Poynton museumproves that it ispicture perfectVISITORS to Poynton’s Anson EngineMuseum were kept in the picture with afascinating display of vintage cameras.The museum on Anson Road wasapproached by frequent visitors Frankand Andrew Hardman who offered tobring along their unique collection of camerasand equipment, including somedating back to the 1800s.The display included a camera thatlooks like a machine gun used to trainair gunners and one that was used tofilm the D Day landings.PubWatch scheme a successA NEW PubWatch schemelaunched in Macclesfieldtown centre is being haileda success.The scheme allows licenseesto work together to keep membersof the public safe bybanning troublemakers and discussinglocal problems.PCSO Karen Watson, of MacclesfieldTown NeighbourhoodPolicing Team, has been involvedin setting up the initiative. SheGOT A STORY?said: “PubWatch is growing andwe are getting a good number oflicensees attending meetings.“The number of incidents ofalcohol-related crime has beendeclining as a result of good communicationbetween publicansand also the introduction of theArcAngel scheme.”ArcAngel is a joint approach totackling alcohol-related crimebetween Cheshire Police and arange of other agencies, includingYoungsters gain respectPOLICE in Prestbury andTytherington have beenlending a hand in a specialcourse for children.The Respect Course is runin conjunction with CheshireFire and Rescue Service andteaches youngsters a range ofpractical skills.PCSO Lisa Cash, of thePrestbury and TytheringtonNeighbourhood PolicingTeam, has been helping outwith running the sessions.She said: “The course isaimed at kids who arestruggling at school, somewith behavioural problemsand others with self-esteemissues.“They receive lessons in anythingfrom fire fighting to firstaid. We also work on teambuilding, confidence buildingand behaviour management.”The course runs for a totalof nine weeks and the sessionsare held at MacclesfieldFire Station. The secondcourse finished recently anda third is due to start thismonth.Email the editor:john@independentnewspapers.co.uklocal councils, Cheshire Fire andRescue Service and NHS trusts.Venues are granted ArcAngelaccreditation if they meetthe minimum standards of acode of conduct designed to promoteresponsible drinking andbehaviour.This includes a ban on irresponsibledrinks offers and arequirement to take all necessarymeasures to preventunderage sales.IN BRIEF . . .A GROUP of youngsters fromMacclesfield’s All Hallows CatholicCollege enjoyed a trip to theLondon Olympic Games, watchingfootball matches at Wembley andbeach volleyball at HorseguardsParade. Year 11 student GregBishop said: “The atmosphere atthe two venues was electric.”A FAMILY fun day at PoyntonLeisure Centre has raised morethan £200 towards an Olympiclegacy fund for the town.The event was run in partnershipwith Cheshire East Council,Poynton Town Council andPoynton High School.MORE than 20,000 people flockedto CarFest North at Cheshire’sCholmondeley Castle and theevent is set to raise £800,000 forChildren in Need. The two dayevent, which featured a musicalline up including Paloma Faith andRazorlight, was the brainchild ofRadio Two breakfast show hostChris Evans.BUDDING young manufacturersfrom Cheadle Hulme High Schoolcame to the rescue of victims ofnatural disasters, war zones andother troubles when they wonthe BAE Systems Make itEnterprising Challenge. Theevent challenged 13 and 14-yearoldsfrom 11 schools to set uptheir own mini-manufacturingbusinesses to create anUnmanned Support Vehicle (USV)to respond to emergencies.

6 Cheshire Independent Issue 48VICEROYRESTAURANT AND TAKEAWAY • FULLY LICENSEDThe Viceroy at Bollington22 Ingersley Road, Bollington,Near MacclesfieldTel 01625 573006FESTIVE SEASON EVENTSChristmas DayMenu1st Sitting 12.30-3pm | 2nd Sitting 3pm-5pmNew Years EveFinish the Year in stylePARTY ALL NIGHT FROM 1ST SITTING 4.30-8PMTHEN 2ND SITTING 9PM TILL YOU WANT TO FINISHChampagne popping forEveryone at MidnightSpectacular Firework Displaywill be held at MidnightThe NEW Viceroy at Handforth(Formerly Hillal)90 Wilmslow Road, Handforth Sk9 3ESTel 01625 5378991st Sitting 4.30-8pm - A la Carte Menu2nd Sitting 9pm till finish - BuffetMenu available on the night~~~DJ from 9pm till end of night~~~Bookings onlyBook your table in advanceBoxing DayTo tantilise your taste buds this tribute nightwe will be throwing a banquet (buffet style).Banquet menu will be available on the night.Request dishes can be arranged prior toadvanced ordering.English dishes can be arranged on the night.Fantastic Tribute Acts appearingover the Festive Seasonincluding Christmas Day & Boxing DaySee our next issue – October 31stVOUCHER VALID AT BOTHBOLLINGTON & HANDFORTH2 FOR 1OFFERMONDAY TO THURSDAYOFFER ENDS NOV 8THORDER A STARTERGET THE SECOND ONE FREE!ORDER A MAIN COURSEGET THE SECOND ONE FREE!TERMS AND CONDITIONS: The offer applies for sit down mealsonly – not takeaways. When ordering, please hand this voucher tothe waiter. The offer applies to starter and Main courses only. Foreach starter and main dish ordered, a dish of the same or lowervalue may be ordered and will be deducted from the final bill. Thisoffer does NOT apply to drinks or sundry items ordered. Onevoucher is valid up to 4 people per table. No loyalty discount. Notvalid on Bank Holidays.

Issue 48 Cheshire Independent 7IndependentCoffee cups raised for MacmillanA CHESHIRE firm and its staff arehoping it has helped a cancercharity raise a massive £10.7millionby putting the kettle on.Internet technology company Vee24joined thousands of firms, organisationsand people across the county andDonald Massey Jewellers25 Market Place, Macclesfield 01625 422094£74per gramBased on platinum £999 ounceDon’t pay any more for your gentsplatinum wedding ring.SLIGHT COURT MEDIUM WEIGHT RINGFINGER SIZE TDEPTH 1.7MMWIDTH 5MMWEIGHT 11.3 GRAMS£836Choose from a polished or brushed finish, we offer a lifetimere-finishing service.the whole of the UK when it took partin the World’s Biggest Coffee Morningto raise money for Macmillan CancerSupport.The event was held in TytheringtonBusiness Park and many local familiesand companies attended.A spokesman for Vee24 said: “Theteam was baking all week to put onthe most ‘colourful cake sale’ and ourvisitors were able to enjoy a coffeewhilst browsing clothes and beautyproducts supplied by local business,with a percentage of profits going toMacmillan.“We really enjoyed the coffee morningand are thankful to all our staffwho supported our fundraisingefforts”.This is the 22nd year of the World’sBiggest Coffee Morning and Macmillanhopes it will beat the £10m raisedlast year.All the money raised will be used tohelp fund the charity’s vital services,from specialist nurses and doctors, togrants and advice for people who havemoney problems because of their illness.We offer set a side.50% deposit, then 6 equalmonthly payments.Goods are kept by us until fullypaid for.One of the best selection on diamond set wedding rings in the areaChannel set diamond wedding rings in platinum from £595PVC CURTAINBENEFITS:• Retaining heat, orchilled air• Helps to excludeflying insects andbirds• Improvingworkplace Safety• Reducing orcontaining noiselevels• Clear so they allownatural light to passthroughSTOCKPORT PVC CURTAINS97 Macclesfield Road • Hazel Grove • Stockport • SK76DT0844 504 4322 Calls charged at local ratesEmail: stockportpvc@gmail.comFollow us on twitter: @stockportpvcWeb: www.stockportpvccurtains.co.uk/ scan meDiamond set wedding ringsPLATINUM PRINCESS CUT 1/2 SET BANDWIDTH 3.3MMCARAT WEIGHT .50COLOUR FCLARITY VS1£1525PLATINUM PRINCESS CUT 1/2 SET BANDWIDTH 3.25MMCARAT WEIGHT .75COLOUR FCLARITY VS1£1890PLATINUM PRINCESS CUT 1/2 SET BANDWIDTH 3.6MMCARAT WEIGHT .85COLOUR FCLARITY VS1£2425Musical tributeto Sir BernardA GROUP of Cheshire singers are preparinga musical tribute to pioneeringscientist Sir Bernard Lovell.Sir Bernard, who created the worldfamousobservatory at Jodrell Bank,passed away in August. He had beenpresident of the Congleton Choral Societysince 1981.Congleton Choral Society is dedicatingits performance of Handel’s Messiahto his memory. It will take place on SaturdayNovember 10, at Congleton TownHall, starting at 7.30pm.A society spokesman said: “Sir Bernardalways showed great interest in our activitiesand was supportive andappreciative of our music-making. Weremember Sir Bernard with gratitude andaffection.”Radio astronomer and physicist SirBernard was 98. He was known globallyfor his work at the Cheshire observatory.The huge radio telescope was renamedin his honour on its 30th anniversary.CHESHIRE’S Animal Support Volunteerswill be holding an Elvis Tribute night onSaturday November 3 at Morley GreenClub, and are appealing for raffle prizes.If you want any further informationabout this event (tickets £15 includingsupper), or can donate a prize, pleasecontact Diane on 01625 419665, or emaildiane.walker@uwclub.net.STOCKPORTPVC CURTAINSRaphael CollectionUSES:Cafe’sPubsDomesticCommercialSchoolsNurseriesand many moreAvailable supplyonly or suppliedand installedOn largercommercial PVCcurtains we canarrange a freesite surveyAll prices quotedwill be all inclusiveincluding deliveryPLATINUM PRINCESS CUT 1/2 SET BANDWIDTH 2.25MMCARAT WEIGHT .25COLOUR FCLARITY VS1£890PLATINUM PRINCESS CUT 1/2 SET BANDWIDTH 2.25MMCARAT WEIGHT .33COLOUR FCLARITY VS1£1050PLATINUM PRINCESS CUT 1/2 SET BANDWIDTH 2.65MMCARAT WEIGHT .50COLOUR FCLARITY VS1£1320

8 Cheshire Independent Issue 48IndependentAN EVENT TAILOR-MADE FOR ENJOYMENTSARTORIAL elegance was theorder of the day when bespoketailors Harris & Howardcelebrated its first anniversary.The invited guests to the firm inAlderley Edge helped make it astylish affair for all concerned.Charles Mitchell Wines supplieda huge range of superb ‘tasters’ forthem to enjoy, and as our picturesshow, the event was a greatsuccess that suited everyonepresent!Physiofit celebrates 20 YearsALDERLEY Edge-based Physiofitcelebrated its 20th anniversarywith a special evening held at thecricket club.Director Angela Jackson, who hasseen the business, based at TraffordRoad, flourish into one of Cheshire’slargest independent physiotherapyclinics, said the event was specialto her. She said: “The evening gaveme the opportunity to thank someof the key people who have supportedus over the last 20 years andhelped Physiofit grow into thepractice it is today.“Loyalty has been a key factoralong the way. I am blessed witha fantastic team many of whomhave been with me for over 10years. The key to our success isthat our patients remain our bestambassadors, telling friends andfamily about the quality of theservice we offer.“The last 20 years has flown byand I look forward to our continuedsuccess for another 20 years!”Having a bit of a do or entertaining?THEN please let your Cheshire Independentknow about it. Send us yourpictures and some words about yourbig bash and we’ll feature it here alongwith everything else that’s going onin our county.Whatever the event, from gardenparty to retirement do, we are interested.If it’s going on our readers wantto know about it. So simply email yourcontributions to robin@cheshireindependent.co.uk and mark themfor inclusion in our Social Scene.Then pick up your copy of theCheshire Independent everymonth for great coverage of all thegood news and events from yourcommunities.

Issue 48 Cheshire Independent 9CHRISTMAS ATTHE PLAICEBollington’s PoshFish & Chip andLicensed RestaurantChristmas may be some way off butthey are letting people know at thistime because it is important to bookearly.Last year during the Festive seasonmany customers were disappointed simplybecause they were very busy andcould not accommodate them.Popularity sometimes has its drawbacks!The Plaice have devised a great rangeof mouth watering options this year:Lunch, from December 4 until December22, Tuesdays to Fridays, OAP’sSpecial £7.95, others £8.95, includingstarter, main course, mince pie and coffee.Evenings, from December 4 untilDecember 22, Tuesdays to Saturdays,£15.95 for a 3 course meal, plus for everytwo people that order from this menuthey will receive a free bottle of wine toenjoy with their meal.OUTSIDE CATERINGSERVICEPerfect for Christmas parties or thatspecial occasion.The Plaice is renowned for top quality,extensive menu (most of which ishome made), excellent service andsuperb value.A fully licensed bar providing a rangeof beers, wines and spirits is also available.Please remember to book to avoid disappointment.The Plaice, 48 Palmerston Street,Bollington, SK10 5PX tel 01625 574333.Sharp chuter: Charlie Lawson opens up the new drop-inParachute centre to applause from the large crowdParachute opensin MacclesfieldA LARGE crowd turnedout to the opening of Macclesfield’slong-awaitedParachute drop-in centre.Prestbury-based CoronationStreet legend CharlieLawson did the honours, cuttingthe ribbon to applauseand cheers.He said: “Parachute is awonderful new project thatwill benefit not only thelearning disability communitybut the community ofMacclesfield as a whole”.The centre is the culminationof several years of hardwork by Macclesfield SpeakingUp Speaking Out – aself-help group for adults withlearning disabilities. Itsdream has become realitythanks to Lottery funding.Parachute plans to make ahuge difference to the lives ofpeople with learning disabilitiesand those with additionalneeds in Macclesfield and thesurrounding area. ProjectManager Karen Keen said: “Iam absolutely thrilled by thehuge turn out and support.“Parachute will be a friendlyplace with a bit of aninternet café vibe, where peoplecan come to make friends,take part in lots of differentactivities and training, usethe computers, get help andsignposting on a whole rangeof things.“Or if they want, just havea cup of tea and a chat. Wecan offer friendship, help,support and skills and bybeing in the heart of the community,we can raiseawareness and help to overcomethe fear and ignorancethat causes discriminationand hate crime.”The drop in is open threedays a week – Monday, Tuesdayand Thursday from10.30am to 12.45pm and1.30pm to 3.45pm. There willbe a small charge of £2.50 persession.We’re loving Local Life!We’re loving Local Life!SOME great new businesses have signedup this month – offering more fantasticbenefits with your Love Local Life Card.So a huge Love Local Life welcome goesout to:• HGPT Fitness in Macclesfield is offeringfitness classes across Cheshire. Pay £12 permonth for body blast classes and receivea free fitness health check worth £10! Moredetails are available on the LLL website.• Broom Cottage Veterinary Surgery inWilmslow is offering 10% off all consultations,vaccinations and neutering. There’salso a fabulous full puppy pack for just £58– see the LLL website to find out more.• Vale Garden and Leisure of Middlewichis offering a fantastic 10% off all items.View their fabulous range of lawn mowers,lawn tractors, strimmers, chainsawsblowers and more.Rare JM Barrie classic isa magical find for OxfamA RARE first edition of the JMBarrie classic Peter Pan In KensingtonGardens has beendiscovered in a Cheshire charityshop.Katie Robb, manager of the OxfamBook Shop in Alderley Edge, struckgold while sorting through a bin bagof donated books and bric-a-brac.The 1906 limited first edition, illustratedwith around 50 colour plates byArthur Rackham, is one of just 500copies signed by Rackham himself.It was included in an auction of rareand antique books, being held as partof the Alderley Edge Community BookFestival, with TV antiques expertAdam Partridge wielding the hammer.The festival attracted around 500visitors and raised more than £4,000• New CreationInteriorsof Macclesfield cangive you 30 years of experience in thefield of design, from single rooms to competerefurbishments.. Save 10% off alldesign services and bespoke soft furnishings.• Morley Pet Food Store in Wilmslow stocksall supplies for your pet food needs. Save10% on all purchases over £10 and freedelivery when you spend over£50.For more information on these newoffers and to remind yourself of all of thefantastic offers available with your LLLcard visit www.lovelocallife.co.uk . Thereare now over 250 places where you canshow your card and receive rewards forshopping locally – use yours today!for charity. The Barrie work sold for£1,700. Katie said: “Earlier in the day,a gentleman had come into the shopand asked volunteers if he could leavesome bags of donated items.“He left a few bin bags which didn’tlook like anything special. I openedone and the first thing I picked out wasthe JM Barrie novel.“It’s an A3 size book with a creamcover and gilt illustration on the front.And inside are these gorgeous colourillustrations. I knew immediately I’dfound something extraordinary. 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10 Cheshire Independent Issue 48Independent FOOD&WINEWhen it’s right to say CheeseCHEESE and wine – a marriagemade in heaven, right?Er, not quite. Like any other marriage,you have to start with compatiblepartners to make it work.Most obviously, red wine and cheeseare not always natural soul mates andtannic reds do cheese no favours – andvice versa.But British Cheese Week providedthe opportunity to taste some excellentcombinations of wine and several varietiesof Cheshire cheese produced justover the Shropshire border by familyrunfirm Appleby’s, suppliers nationallyTHE best yet! That was howorganisers of the NantwichFood and Drink Festivaldescribed the event as morethan 30,000 visitors flocked tothe Cheshire town.Traders reaped the benefits ofstreets thronged with visitorsfrom all over the country, withmany doubling their takings at atime when things generally quietendown for tourism.Chairman Deborah Robb said:“The turn-out was stunning. Itwent beyond our wildest dreamsand was worth every bit of thehard work we have put in as volunteersover the last few months.”“Last year the festival generatedsome £2millon in income forthe town. Judging by the turnoutand response, we areconfident that will be exceeded.”WINECOLUMNbyRay Kingto Waitrose and a host of specialitystores. Super Gold winning Appleby’sCheshire, moist and crumbly, found anFestival savours successTucking in: Ashley Barrow samples anostrich burger at the festivalexcellent match with a brace of reds.Louis Jadot Beaujolais Villages 2011(Waitrose, Tesco, Budgens, Booths,£9.99), sporting aromas of ripe cherriesand strawberries and freshsummer fruit on the palate is bestserved slightly chilled.Vidal White Label Series Syrah2008 (Waitrose, £13.99), a Kiwi starwith intense fruit and a twist of blackpepper spice, made an exciting contrastto the rich and zesty qualitiesof the cheese.Appleby’s Smoked Cheshire was areal treat partnered by the full-bodied,smoky blackberry fruit, suppletannins and delicate sweet spice ofErrazuriz Estate Carmenère 2010(Majestic, £9.99).Appleby’s Mature Cheshire – somethingof a rarity, since most Cheshirecheese is traditionally eaten young –boasts a drier, nuttier flavour invitingrichness and complexity inpartnering wines.Errazuriz “Wild Ferment” Chardonnay2010 (Co-op, Majestic, £12.99)ticks those boxes admirably with itsappealing aromas of tropical citrusfruit and subtle notes of vanilla andtoast from barrel ageing.The buttery palate, balanced withlively acidity makes it a superbmatch with the creaminess of thecheese. Villa Maria Cellar SelectionPinot Noir 2009 (Sainsbury’s, Majestic,£14.99) delivers a wonderfullyscented nose of dark cherries andspice and layers of concentrated fruiton the palate – a very sophisticatedfoil for the ripe, mature flavours ofthe aged Cheshire.RECIPE OF THE MONTHChocolate MarquiseINGREDIENTS:800g dark chocolate720g whipped cream6 egg yolks (120ml)3 eggs30g sugar115g honeyMETHOD:Melt all the chocolateWhisk the eggs, yolks andsugar to a sabayonMelt the honey and add it tothe sabayonAdd the melted chocolate tothe sabayonAdd the whipped cream to thesabayonPour it into a tray lined withgreasproof and a thin layer ofspongeThis month’s recipe wassupplied by the StanneylandsHotel, Wilmslow. Look out formore great dishes in yourCheshire Independent everymonth.Celebrate the English appleRICH pickings arepromised at ReaseheathCollege in Nantwich aspart of a national celebrationof the great Englishapple.The free, two day festivalon the weekend of October13 and 14 will feature rarevarieties from all over thecountry, some dating back toRoman times and some ofmore recent origin. Horticulturalexpert Derek Jones willbe on hand to identify applevarieties while HarryDelaney will answer querieson the production of applesand other fruits and suggestanswers to problems such asthe control of pests and diseases.He will also offeradvice on selecting, growingand pruning fruit trees.£29.50 per headFri 30th NovTRIBUTE PARTY NIGHTThree Course BuffetAbba Duo & Divas LiveDance Set With ResidentDJ£33.95 per headSat 15th DecPARTY NIGHTThree Course BuffetResident D J£33.95Thurs 20th DecPARTY NIGHTThree Course BuffetResident D J£49 per headSat 22nd DecSPECTACULARTRIBUTE EVENINGThree Course Meal withChampagne ReceptionDancing to Chris PerrySwing With resident D JFor further information and reservations, please contact:The Hunting Lodge on 01625 827595enquiries@adlingtonhall.com www.adlingtonhall.comFollow us on Facebook£75 per headMon 31st DecNEW YEAR’S EVEEXTRAVAGANZAThree Course Meal WithChampagne & CanapéReceptionAbba Duo & Divas LiveDance Set with Resident DJ£26 per headSat 5th JanPARTY NIGHTThree Course BuffetBoogie Nights & D J£28.50 per headSun 16th DecLUNCHThree Course MealResident Pianist£28.50 per headSun 30th DecLUNCH – Three Course MealResident PianistToadvertisecontactRobinAtkinson01625501675oremailRobin@cheshireindependent.co.uk£30.00October Monday to Saturday3 Course Lunch2 People1 Bottle of wineThe Bridge HotelPrestbury Cheshire SK10 4DQ Tel 01625 829 326 web.bridge-hotel.co.uk3 Course Dinner2 People1 Bottle of wineFriday’s£40.00October Monday to Thursday£30.00

Issue 48 Cheshire Independent 11Angels callfor Prestburycare charityA CHARITY for the care sector based inPrestbury has launched an appeal forvolunteer “angels”to help their work.The Care Professionals BenevolentFund (CPBF) is looking for help with basicadministrative duties.Andrea Astle, fundraiser for the charity,said: “Volunteers are invaluable toour organisation, we have a variety ofroles on offer and can fit the hoursaround you.“So if you enjoy working as part ofa small busy team, are organised andcomputer literate, please get in touch.”If you are interested to find out moreabout these positions, email Andrea onandrea.astle@cpbenevolentfund.org.uk.Or call 0845 601 9055.Grant boost foradvice serviceCHESHIRE East Citizens Advice BureauNorth’s new outreach service is up andrunning – thanks to a cash grant fromWilmslow councillors.They handed over £15,000 to supportthe service. It will now run everyMonday between 9.30am-12.30pm inthe foyer of the United ReformedChurch on Alderley Road.The organisation says that noappointment is necessary for this dropinservice and advice is available onany issue.GOLDEN BOY WIGGINSGETS ON HIS BIKETHOUSANDS of spectators turnedout to see Olympic gold medallistand Tour de France winner BradleyWiggins in all his two-wheeled gloryas he sped through Cheshire.Wiggins and fellow Team GB cyclistand world champion Mark Cavendishthrilled the crowds in this year’s Tourof Britain.And they were captured in full flightby award-winning Macclesfield photographerJames Russell, who was on handto capture the event in all its glory.His gripping action shot of the twostars is our picture of the month. Tosee more of James’ great work, visitwww.jamesrussellphotography.co.ukand look out for your CheshireIndependent every month. We keepyou in the picture!The sprint stage of the Cheshire legof the race began in Chelford – the villagewhere legendary British trackcyclist Reg Harris is buried.The appearance of GB stars in the100-strong race proved another welcomeboost in what has been a memorablesummer of sport.All Hallows’ students excel in GCSEsIN BRIEF . . .POYNTON Ladies Circleorganised a special FizzFashion Show at PoyntonLegion Club. All proceedsfrom the “girls’ night out”will go to the localParkinson’s Diseasesupport group.THE first Wilmslow MotorALL Hallows students in the class new records for our college. The valueof 2012 notched up record-breaking added data for the year group showsresults in their GCSEs.that nearly every student met orThe Macclesfield Catholic College saw exceeded challenging targets, there95% of its students gain five or more have certainly aspired to be the bestGCSEs at A*-C, with 70% gaining 5+A*- they can be.”To advertise contactC including English and mathematics. Emily Auty, who collected 13 A*-As,Robin Atkins on 01625 501675 Nearly three quarters of the year group said: “I’m just so pleased, I’ve done betteror emailgained five or more A*-B.than I expected, the teachers hereRobin@cheshireindependent.co.ukHeadteacher Tony Billings said: are so supportive and I’m really looking“These are fantastic results which set forward to studying in the Sixth Form.”The Balti Kitchen & Dining RoomShow, which was held inthe town centre, has beenhailed a success byorganisers. Thousands ofpeople enjoyed the day,which included a super carparade and theappearance of a Formula 1racing car among itshighlightsOliver…at Bollington GreenWe are celebrating our first anniversary onSat, 13th Oct and there are a few places left.(See competition below)Lunchtime‘Lite Bites’ AvailableWe now have a loyalty cardscheme – have 5 ‘LunchtimeLite Bites’ meals with us andreceive a 6th freeTerms and conditons applyChristmasMenus AvailableNow takingbookingsPhone: 01625 575058Web: oliveratbollingtongreen.com22 High Street, Bollington SK10 5PHWe are celebrating our first anniversary on Sat, 13th Oct and there are afew places left. 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12 Cheshire Independent Issue 48IN BRIEF . . .WILMSLOW officially became anArcAngel Protected Town at aspecial launch event held in BankSquare. The responsible drinkingand public safety scheme aims tomake the town a safer place to enjoya night out in and involves locallicensees.THE Ashton-on Mersey Showbandperformed at a special concert inaid of the Macclesfield SilkMuseums at the Heritage Centreauditorium.AUTHOR Matthew Hyde was theguest speaker at Alderley HistoryGroup’s latest meeting at theMethodist Church. He spoke aboutthe work of architectural historian SirNikolaus Pevsner in Cheshire.THE Annual General Meeting ofThe Friends of the Carrs group willtake place on Sunday October 14at 3pm at Wilmslow Parish Hall.A LAUNCH meeting for next year’sAlderley Edge May Fair took place atthe Festival Hall in the village.MACCLESFIELD MP David Rutley,who is co-chairman of the All PartyParliamentary Group forMountainering, led a group of eightMembers of Parliament to thesummit of Snowdon to raiseawareness of the importance ofoutdoor pursuits.WILMSLOW councillors have putaside £7,500 to buy new signs togreet people as they enter the town.The boundary signs will be put up onmajor gateways to Wilmslow, subjectto approval from Cheshire Eastcouncil. It is also looking to purchasenew notice boards.The BridgeA Wonderful Winter Wedding£52.50 Per Personany day atThe Bridge Hotelfor the months of January, February, March & November 2013IncludesReception drink:a glass of Prosecco2 Glasses of house wine with the wedding breakfastToast: a glass of Proseccoo0o£200.00 room hireminimum numbers 40 Adult guests3 Course wedding Breakfast(A choice from a selected menu)o0oEvening Guests:Bacon Bapso0oAlso IncludesThe Services of a ToastmasterOver night stay for the Bride & GroomDisley graffititrio told to cleanup their actsTHREE youths who had been spraypainting graffiti around Disley havebeen ordered to clean up the damagethey have caused.The move follows police action followinga number of reports of criminaldamage and information from the localcommunity.PCSO Chris Jackson, of the DisleyNeighbourhood Policing Team, said:“After liaising with the parish councilwe have decided that the best form ofpunishment is for those youths responsibleto clean up and paint over any ofthe graffiti.“This type of punishment is calledrestorative justice and works well incases such as this.”Restorative justice takes into accountthe needs of both the victims and theoffenders involved.It offers the victims a chance to receivereparation for the crime and offers theoffenders an opportunity to repair thedamage they have done.Major celebration ofMacclesfield heritageEVERTYHING Macclesfield was the themeof celebrations in the town to mark NationalHeritage weekend.Several events took place including awalk of the pubs of old Macclesfield, a historicbuildings walk and visits to the town’s19th century United Reformed Church,organised by Heritage Open Days.There was also an opportunity to meetauthor Paul Hurley and get signed copiesof his book Macclesfield Through Time.The weekend was an opportunity to celebratethe town’s wealth of history coveringmore than 1,000 years.WeddingsPrestbury Cheshire SK10 4DQ01625 829326 www.bridge-hotel.co.ukGreen-conscious youngstersprove that they’re full of energyYOUNGSTERS at a Wilmslowschool are celebratingafter scooping an award fortheir planet-saving workAshdene Primary School washonoured in a Cheshire Eastcompetition for its recyclingefforts, Councillor Rod Menlove,Cabinet member in charge of theenvironment, who was one of thejudges, said: “These childrenMACCLESFIELD Collegecampus was a hive of activityfor students as it heldits annual “Tolerance andRespect Day”.The college invited alongguests from a range of areasto speak and present on a varietyof subjects – includingissues around self-esteem.One of the main speakerswas Shaun Attwood, originallyfrom Cheshire, who told ofhis time spent as a prisoner inthe notorious Arizona state jailsystem.Shaun had moved to the USafter university and made millionsas a stockbroker in thedot.com bubble; he led a doublelife, though involving drugs andhis world came crashing downwhen his door was brokendown by a SWAT team.Six years in a brutalPhoenix prison followed, andShaun had some shockingMORE details have emergedabout the programme forthis year’s Bollington WalkingFestival – which getsinto its stride on October 20.Walkers from across the UKare expected to step into thetown for the third annual eightdayevent.Its organiser, the BollingtonDestination Forum, has deviseda programme of walks and socialevents to suit all tastes, from agentle stroll to a hearty stomp.Forum chairman IvorWilliamson stressed the eventwas also an opportunity to boostthe local economy.He said: “It has been shownthat events and promotionsbring in new people to a townreally did impress with theirinventive approaches to recyclingand energy-saving.”All finalists received a dynamoradio and a medal. Winningschools took home a shield tohold for the year. The individualwinning pupils received either amountain bike or cycle shopvouchers.Children at Woodcock’s Wellstories to tell the students. Hesaid: “I want to tell the students‘don’t make the samemistakes I did’.“The focus of my talk is onjail conditions, gangs and therealities of living in the prisonwith the highest death ratein the US.“The students can relate tome, at school I was a model studentand went to university –I am not some tough guy; it isa true story and they recognisethat. It makes people reallythink about the consequencesof the decisions they make.”Activities on the day includeda chance to tackle a 40ftclimbing wall, pictured, anda paintballing range run bythe Army.The day also provided newstudents with an opportunityto get to know each other and‘break the ice’ during their firstweek at the college.CE Primary were also honouredfor their energy monitoring work.Youngsters from both schoolsare pictured with, from left toright, Councillor Rod Menlove,Junior Energy Monitor coordinator,Lynne Humphries,Cheshire East waste educationofficer Lucinda Hodges andGroundwork Cheshire’s PeterHeberlet.College campus buzzing on Respect DayFestival takes things in its strideand I appeal to businesses tomake the most of the week withspecial offers and promotions.“We are working hard to supportour local traders andcaterers and we would love tohear from them.”More than 25 guided walksand a packed festival fringe programmemeans there’ssomething for everyone, includingchildren’s and specialinterest walks during the halftermbreak.Highlights include uniqueindustrial heritage and canaltreks and the new GeocacheWalk, new for the festival,which transforms your walkinto a treasure hunt.There is also Art in the Landscape– a short walk followed byan art workshop by local artist,Lainey Ross.Events for children includeBee Happy and Tinker’s Cloughwalks with a quiz.There’s also a pub walk, atour of Bollington Brewery andChildren’s Bear Hunt from thelibrary during half-term (FridayOctober 26).The walks are all guided, ledby local organisations and manyare free. Walks from the BridgendCentre cost £2.50 foradults, £1.00 for children whichincludes refreshments.For more information contactthe Bridgend Centre on PalmerstonStreet or call 01625576311.

Issue 48 Cheshire Independent 13IndependentAutumn delightsin Cheshire EastSuite 2b11 Market PlaceMacclesfieldCheshireSK10 1EB01625 511611Approved CentreSupported byWHAT’S ONTHE leaves and turningand the nights are drawingin, but come rain or comeshine, there’s plenty to seeand do in Cheshire Eastthis autumn.Dust off your walkingboosts and blast away the cobwebswith the BollingtonWalking Festival, October 20-28. The festival has over 25guided walks to suit all agesand abilities, from epic hikesand canalside strolls, to gentlerambles and bear hunts forthe kids.Try your hand at geocaching,discover art in thelandscape and uncoverBollington’s rich industrial heritage.The festival also featurespub quizzes, afternoon teas,brewery tours and talks – notto be missed.With over 900 years of turbulenthistory, CombermereAbbey is well known as one ofCheshire’s most haunted houses.It’s no surprise then, thatlocal historian and ghosthunter Tim Prevett has chosenthe abbey as the venue forhis spine tingling ‘History andMystery’ tours on October 31and December 14.Tim’s expert blend of history,humour and a touch of theparanormal will have the hairson the back of your neck standingon end. Each tour lastsaround 75 minutes and prebookingis essential. Tours aresuitable for ages 10 and over.Younger children can havea spooktacular time at TattonPark’s Halloween Hauntingsfrom October 23-31. Meetspirits, spooks, ghosts andghouls like the one picturedhere in the atmospheric surroundingsof the Old Hall,and take part in a mysteryquiz, storytelling, face paintingand mask making. ClosedMonday October 29.Now in its 6th year, Goosfest2012 promises another eventfull of art, music, stand upcomedy, literature, drama andmore. This year’s festival runsfrom October 4-14 and highlightsinclude performancesfrom Showaddywaddy, NigelOgden and an audience withNicholas Parsons.Audiences will be given theopportunity to take part inBBC Radio 4’s Any Questions,and there are a number of participatoryactivities includingrag rugging workshops, gardendesign, drumming classesand more.For further informationon all events, includingprices and how to bookplease visit www.cheshiremarkettowns.co.ukSTOCKPORT’S Christmas lightswill be switch on in an ‘extravaganza’event on Wednesday November14 and excitement hit the town asthe headline acts were confirmed.In what promises to be the biggest andbest Christmas switch on event the townhas seen, the line-up includes recentlyreformed Steps and X Factor winner2010 Matt Cardle, with support fromGirl Band Vida, Forbidden Juice andBritain’s Got Talent’s ReConnected andBeMinor.Local groups will also take part andImagine FM has promised plenty of surpriseson the night in a show that willrun for four hours from mid-afternoon.You can meet Steps and all the otheracts backstage in an exclusive competition,simply visit imaginefm.net andclick the STEPS link.Imagine are also hosting the two bigbonfires of the year, with Wilmslow onSaturday November 3 and Woodford onMonday November 5.Keep an eye on the website for all thebig events coming your way this monthwww.imaginefm.net6am -10am - Paul Willett at Breakfast10am – 2.30pm – Simon James includingThe Coffee Break & Afternoon LoungeQuartet with manystrings to its bowMACCLESFIELD Music Societywill welcome the talented LondonbasedCastalian Quartet to theHeritage Centre later this month.The quartet will take centre stage onSaturday October 13, with a programmeof three of the most lovedstring quartets by Haydn, Beethovenand Mendelssohn.Their Macclesfield concert is supportedby The Countess of Munster Trustand gets underway at 7.30pm.Tickets cost £12 and are availablefrom The Heritage Centre; MacclesfieldVisitor Information Centre, Town Hall,Macclesfield; Margin Music, 3, MarketPlace, Macclesfield and at the door.Accompanied children and full timestudents are free.For telephone reservations orfurther information call 01625582077, email maccmusic@thorn247.freeserve.co.uk or visit www.macclesfieldmusicsociety.co.ukHome-Start East Cheshire9th Annual General Meeting 24th October, 2012Join us at the Lion and Swan, Swan Bank, Congleton tohear more about our work to develop the children’sworkforce in Cheshire East.PROGRAMME:10.00am Formal Business –followed by separate informationgiving sessions:• 12 noon – Working withParentsAward for Volunteers.Information on volunteeringwith Home-Start.• 2.00pm – Referring Families.Information for those referringFor further information or tobook a place contact01625 511611‘Steps’ to headline Merseyway ChristmasPLEASEJOINUS!2.30pm – 7.00pm - Faye Bamford’s HomeRun. 7.00pm – 9.00pm - Chellce Aj’s ‘GirlsNight in’. 9 .00 – 12.00 - Late Night Lovewith Andy StevensonAND WEEKENDS : Saturday8am-noon - Kay Whyld’s Morning KickOff . Noon – 3pm - Simon James SaturdayBrunch. 3pm – 6pm - Paul Taylor SaturdayLounge. 6pm - midnight- Party ClassicsSunday8am - Noon - Kev McLeans SundayMorning Lie In. Noon - 4pm - FayeBamford Sunday Lunch. 4pm – 6pm -Sunday Chill. 6pm – 9pm – TerryChristian’s Northerners with Attitude.9pm – midnight – Power AnthemsDinner that can make a differenceMACCLESFIELD-based charityDestiny Children is organising ablack tie dinner dance to raise fundsfor its vital work with underprivilegedchildren in Kenya.The dinner, on December 1, is also achance for people to get into the spirit ofthe festive season.The charity raises funds for the DestinyGarden School in Kenya. It openedin May 2009 and now supports 300 childrenranging from two to 15 years of age,providing the education that can helpthem to escape poverty.The dinner will take place at Mykitaon Snape Road, Macclesfield, starting at7.30pm, and includes dinner and dancingto music from Cheshire band ‘NotQuite Jazz’.Tickets are £28 each and the eveningalso includes a silent auction and raffle.All the money raised will go to supportthe school.The charity was started by Judy andCall To Book01625 829 326Patrick Roper who live in Macclesfieldand have visited the school on a numberof occasions.They began by encouraging people tosponsor the children attending theschool; it costs just £10 to educate a childfor a month and provide them with ahealthy lunch each day.Judy Roper, chairwoman of the DestinyChildren committee, said: “Onesuccessful event at Christmas could provideenough funds to keep the schooloperating for two months.“Simply buying a ticket and joiningour celebration of Christmas could givethese children a gift to change their lives.It will also, of course, be a brilliant nightout for couples, families or companies.”To purchase tickets call 01625 421676or 01625 427022 or emailelizabeth@wright.org or destinychildren@live.co.uk.To find out more aboutthe Destiny Garden School visitwww.destinychildren.co.ukChristmasTribute NightsThree Course DinnerCabaret Artist & DiscoThe Village Prestbury Cheshire SK10 4DQTel 01625 829326 www.bridge-hotel.co.uk

14 Cheshire Independent Issue 48IndependentIn full voice for a good causeTHE Macclesfield Male VoiceChoir will be performing aspecial charity concert at theHurdsfield Church on SaturdayOctober 13.Doors open at 6.45pmwith the performance startingat 7.30pm. TheirWHAT’S ONprogramme will include awide range of music to suitall tastes, with Musical DirectorDavid Court andaccompanist Miss TatyanaGoncharuk at the helm. Cashraised on the evening will goto a Cystic Fibrosis charity.MAKE A DIFFERENCE THIS CHRISTMAS. . .. . . AND HAVE A GREAT TIME TOO!at theCHRISTMASBLACK TIE DINNER DANCE!In aid of Destiny Garden School, Mombasa, Kenya.Dramatic musical journeyTHE Northern ChamberOrchestra will be takingits audiences through ‘DramaticLandscapes’ nextmonth.Its concert on SaturdayNovember 3, at the HeritageCentre, Macclesfield, featuresthe stunning playing of guitaristCraig Ogden, pictured.He will be delivering Rodrigo’sConcierto de Aranjuez,one of the most popular guitarconcertos in the repertoire.Evoking the seductive dramaand colour of central Spain’slandscape, the music isfamous from the world of film,television and concert hall.Jonathan Thackeray, NCOGeneral Manager said: “TheNCO is delighted to welcomeCraig back to Macclesfield. Heis always popular with theorchestra and Cheshire audiencesand has a specialaffinity with the region. “Craigis a great guitarist anddelightful person to work withand it’s a real treat to hearhim play one of the most dramaticand best-loved pieces ofguitar music ever written.”The concert, which starts at7.30pm, also features the gentlelyricism of Rossini’s StringSonata no.1 in G, composedwhen he was still only ateenager, contrasted with theebbs and flows of Beethoven’semotional tour de force, Symphonyno.7 in A major.Tickets: £16 main auditorium;£13 balcony; £7 forstudents, and 18s and underare free. Available from theNCO Box Office: 0161 2472220, Macclesfield VisitorInformation Centre in theTown Hall: 01625 378123 andon the door. More details atwww.ncorch.co.ukPoynton Players looks for membersPOYNTON Players AmateurDramatic Society ison the lookout for newmembers.The society, which is presentingthe comedy “WaitUntil The Ghost Is Clear”this month, is interested inbudding performers andbackstage workers.Its latest performance runsat Poynton Theatre inGeorge’s Road West fromOctober 15-20. Tickets are onsale from 01625 875542.FABULOUS ENTERTAINMENT AT THEA spokesman said: “Awarm welcome is extended toall those, aged 16 and over,interested in drama -whetheras budding performers orthose looking to get involvedbehind the scenes.”For more details about thesociety visit www.poyntonplayers.co.uk.To join, contact the MembershipSecretary by emailat membership@poyntonplayers.co.ukor call 01625572405.BROKEN CROSS CLUBCOUNTRY MUSIC NIGHTSTARRINGSaturday 1st DecemberFunction room for hire atreasonable ratesWeddings, Birthdays,Private Parties andFundraisers etc3 COURSE DINNERDANCING TO“NOT QUITE JAZZ”SILENT AUCTION,AUCTION AND RAFFLE7.30 p.m.Carriages midnightTickets £28 eachMYKITASnape Road,Macclesfield SK10 2NZCall 01625 421676/427022or email elizabeth@wright.orgTo find out more about the Destiny Garden School visitwww.destinychildren.co.ukRegistered Charity Number 1137680This outstanding band from the North Westare by far the best UK Country & Westernband around today. They've certainly paidtheir dues and have survived for manyyears due to there musical ability,professionalism, and ability to be always atthe cutting edge of Country Music here inthe UK. They have headlined at all the majorfestivals in the UK and across Europeincluding Switzerland, Norway and Holland,and continue to be the most in demandcountry band in the UK.SATURDAY 27TH OCTOBERTICKETS £7 SHOW STARTS 8.00PMPLUSDEEJAMESDUONONMEMBERSWELCOMEFORTHCOMING EVENTSOCTOBERSaturday6thAmy LeeSaturday13thChris StaceyOvertimeSaturday20thLexiePOKER NIGHTSEvery Monday & Thursday NightHERITAGE CENTRERoe Street, MacclesfieldSaturday 3 November 2012 – 7 .30pmTHE NORTHERN CHAMBER ORCHESTRACRAIG OGDEN, guitarRossiniRodrigo– String Sonata No.1 in G– Concierto de AranjuezBeethoven – Symphony No.7Rodrigo evokes the character of centralSpain’s landscape and includes the famousAdagio – familiar from the world of film,television and concert hall.Tickets: £16/£13, £7 students, under 18s FREE!NCO Box Office: 0161 247 2220VIC, Town Hall, Macclesfield 01625 378123ALSO AVAILABLE ON THE DOORwww.ncorch.co.ukNOVEMBERSaturday3rdKrystalSaturday10thSpecialCharity NightDetails to be announcedSaturday17thJamesDavidBINGOEvery Wednesday 7.30pmFREE BOOK EXCHANGECOME DANCINGSequence/Modern dancing every Sunday 8.00pm to 11.00pmFallibroome Road, Broken Cross, Macclesfield SK11 8TU. Tel: 01625 431167www.brokencrossclub.co.uk – Full Membership £5. Senior Citizens £2.50

Issue 48 Cheshire Independent 15Independent WHAT’S ONA great Autumn of entertainment for allBUXTON Opera House &Pavilion Arts Centre areoffering a glittering arrayof shows during the nextmonth, with something foreveryone.DramaDrama on the bill at theOpera House includes theWest End spectacular –Joseph & the Amazing TechnicolorDreamcoat, burstingon to stage from Tuesday 16to Saturday 20 October –boasting a star cast, lavishsets and of course unforgettablemusic by Andrew LloydWebber and Tim Rice.Icarus Theatre Collectiveare bringing their bold andexciting new production ofRomeo & Juliet on Wednesday24 October.World celebrated authorMichael Morpurgo is makinga special visit with War Horse– The Concert (Sunday 4November), combiningMichael’s inimitable storytellingwith heartfelt musicfrom Radio 2 Folk Award winners– Tams and Coope.A classic tale of charm andwit in Victorian England –Three Men in A Boat willtake place on Monday 5November; and don’t missBlackeyed Theatre’s stagingof Brecht’s masterpieceMother Courage & Her Children(Friday 9 November),with Mother Courage reimaginedas a canteen ladytravelling across war tornEurope and live rock musicfrom the cast!Over at Pavilion Arts CentreDickens classic tale ofpride, passion and generosity– Dombey & Son will be performedon Wednesday 7November.MusicAt the Opera House That’ll BeThe Day (Monday 22 October)will provide music, laughterand non-stop nostalgia fromthe 50s, 60s and 70s.Folk king – Seth Lakemanis showcasing his new albumTales From The BarrelHouse on Tuesday 23 October.The Drifters – TheMasquerade Tour is a nightof music from the band’s sixdecade career combined withnew material (Saturday 27October).Pavilion Arts Centre boastseighties queen of punk andstar of the cult film BreakingGlass – Hazel O’Connor – onstage with her live band onThursday 18 October.Opera at the Opera HouseDirector, Peter knapp presentsa stunning version ofCarmen (Sunday 28 October),with 25 singers, dancers andmusicians, and an exotic flamencotwist!English Touring Opera arebringing a bold programme ofhighly theatrical operas richin drama, dance and song –Albert Herring (Friday 16November) and a Saturdaynight double bill of Christ LagIn Todes Banden & TheEmperor Of Atlantis (Saturday17 November).ComedyAlun Cochrane is bringing hishit show – Moments of Alunon Sunday 4 November;expect thinking aloud andchat with the audience.Julian Clary (winner ofCelebrity Big Brother 2012)will be in the house on Wednesday7 November, with his showPosition Vacant: Apply within– showcasing his uniquetalent in the art of innuendo!DanceThe Demon Barbers – The-Lock-In! bring two of the UK’soldest and newest forms ofdance to the Opera House:folk and hip-hop, and slamsthem together with amazingresults on Wednesday 14November.The 4th Buxton Soul Nighton Friday 2 November will bereliving the days of NorthernSoul at the Wigan Casino,The Torch and The TwistedWheel – with six DJs at theOctagon, Pavilion Gardens.Kid’s ShowsChildren’s shows to take placeat the Pavilion Arts Centreinclude Rapunzel, brought tolife with fantastic music, beautifulmovement and magicaldesign on Sunday 28 October.Landscapes (described as‘mesmerising children’s theatre’)takes children on ajourney from desert to rainforest,from beneath the sea tothe Antarctic – combiningpuppets and music (Wednesday31 October).Visible Fiction Theatre arepresenting their ‘silly, sophisticated& altogether winningtake on Greek myth’ – Jason& The Argonauts on Thursday1 November.Over at the Opera House,The Selfish Crocodile (Saturday3 November), a funny,heart-warming tale willremind children that thesmallest acts of kindness havethe greatest impact.For more information orto buy tickets call theBox Office on 0845 1272190 or buy online atwww.buxtonoperahouse.org.uk.Tues 16 to Sat 20 OctJOSEPH &THE AMAZINGTECHNICOLORDREAMCOATTues 23 OctoberSETHLAKEMANWed 24 OctoberROMEO& JULIETFri 26 &Sat 27 OctoberIn the Pavilion Arts CentreHABEASCORPUSSun 28 OctoberCARMENThurs 1 NovemberJASON & THEARGONAUTSMon 5 NovemberTHREE MENIN A BOATWed 7 NovemberJULIAN CLARYWed 7 NovemberIn the Pavilion Arts CentreDOMBEY& SONThurs 8 NovemberJOANARMATRADINGFri 9 NovemberMOTHERCOURAGE &HER CHILDRENWed 14 NovemberThe DemonBarbers inTHE LOCK INBox Office 0845 127 2190 or book online at www.buxtonoperahouse.org.uk

16 Cheshire Independent Issue 48Independent INDEPENDENT SCHOOLSMHSG – providing the very bestMANCHESTER High Schoolfor Girls is a leading independentschool providingthe very best in educationFOUNDED IN 1487for girls aged four to 18 years.The school’s academic recordis outstanding.In 2012, 97% of all A-LevelSTOCKPORTGRAMMAR SCHOOLAn independent school for girls and boys from 3 to 18 yearsBursaries and music scholarships available at 11+ and 16+Let SGS inspire your childSenior School Open EveningThursday 11 th October 2012, 7-9pmSixth Form Open Evening - Tuesday 6 th November 2012, 7-9pmSenior and Junior School Open MorningSaturday 17 th November 2012, 9.30-11.30amSenior School Entrance ExaminationWednesday 16 th January 2013Junior School Open Morning - Saturday 11 th May 2013, 9.30-11.30amRegular school day visits available throughout the yearCall 0161 456 9000 to arrange a visit or request a prospectuswww.stockportgrammar.co.ukA top performingindependent girls’school in CheshireALDERLEY Edge School for Girlshas recently extended its offeringand is now able to welcome girlsfrom as young as two in the nursery,right through to the age of 18 in themodern Sixth Form Centre.Recognised for its outstanding tuitionby the Independent Schools Inspectorate,the school offers a well-balanced curricuexaminationresults were in theA* to B range, with a 100%pass rate.For GCSE, 89% of examinationsresulted in A* or Agrades. MHSG’s first IBDiploma average result was40 points which is typicallyTowering achievements at SGSSTOCKPORTGrammarSchool has enjoyed a yearof prestigious wide-rangingachievements in its landmark525th year.With pupils throughout theschool able to pursue interestsoutside of the classroom at over200 clubs and activities on offer,children have had the opportunityto participate in and winmany numerous competitionsand challenges during the summerterm. The AnimationA bright start at Alderleyonly achieved by 5% studentsworldwide.MHSG offers students avibrant atmosphere with astrong sense of community.In such a supportive environment,each girl feels happy,cared for and valued as anClub’s Christian Anderson wona first prize at Manchester University’sUK Schools AnimationCom-petition, as well as commendationsin the Key Stage4 category for his joint workwith fellow pupil Yusuf Ahmed.In the Junior School, Year 4climber Sam Lavender finishedan outstanding year with athird place finish in the BritishMountaineering Council’s youthclimbing series. Having begunclimbing aged six, Sam is aindividual. Artistic and sportingtalents are nurtured andthe girls enjoy a diverserange of extra-curricularactivities, complemented bysuperb modern facilities.Students leave MHSG aswell-educated young womenwith highly- developed interpersonalskills and a broadrange of interests.A school spokeswoman said:member of the Senior SchoolClimbing Club who practise onthe wall in the school sports hall.Three budding engineers fromthe Lower Sixth were awardedGold in the British Science AssociationCreativity in Science andTechnology Awards after workingwith United Utilities at their watertreatment work, as part of theEngineering Education Scheme.The school’s Golf Society couldn’thave wished for a better endto their first year in action afterlum and promotes high academic success.Supportive and highly qualified teachersdemonstrate a clear passion for theirsubjects and the school is proud of itsfriendly and disciplined approach.Examination results continue to be consistentlyhigh with students achievinga 100 per cent per cent pass rate in allsubjects at A-Level and almost 40 per centof results being awarded at A* or A.As well as excellent academic success, theschool also offers a wide variety of enrich-“Our girls are confident intheir own worth, prepared foran independent life and capableof making a positivecontribution to society.It is from this cornerstonethat they go on topursue varied and fulfillingcareers.”For more details visitwww.manchesterhigh.co.ukor call 0161 224 0447the team won the inauguralNorth-West Schools Golf Competition,with two pupils takingindividual prizes too.For more information on theExtra Curricular life at StockportGrammar, go towww.stockportgrammar.co.uk/junior-school/extracurricularactivities/To see the school in action,visit one of the open events orarrange a tour. Call 0161 4569000 for more information.ment activities and a fantastic ‘Gifted andTalented’programme. Scholarships are availablefor existing and new pupils, includingacademic, art, music and sport, and a smallnumber of bursaries are also available.Alderley Edge School for Girls is holdinga number of open events in the autumnterm and prospective parents can alsoarrange a ‘working day tour’ to see theschool in action or sign up for a taster day.For further details about any aspect ofschool life or to order a new prospectus,contact Julie Bedigan, the School Registrar,on 01625 583028 ext 218.Alternatively, email jbedigan@aesg.co.ukor check out the website at www.aesg.co.uk. – Senior School and Sixth Form Open Evening7.00pm–8.30pm Whole School Open Day(Nursery through to Sixth Form)10.00am–12.30pm Year 6 Taster Day*For those girls sitting the 11+ Entrance Examination 11+ Entrance Examination* Nursery, Pre-School and Junior School Open Day10.00am–12.30pm*Registration necessary For more information: 01625 583028admissions@aesg.co.uk |www.aesg.co.ukWilmslow Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire, SK9 7QERegistered charity number 1006726

Issue 48 Cheshire Independent 17Independent INDEPENDENT SCHOOLSWithington Girls’ student Tamarahas medical career in her sightsTALENTED student TamaraSearle is well on course to fulfilher ambition of a career inmedicine.Tamara, 16, was one of the starperformers among WithingtonGirls’ School’s outstanding GCSEsuccesses, scoring 10 A* passes. Sheis now set to study A-level chemistry,biology, maths and Spanish.Tamara, pictured, who lives inCheadle, became a pupil at Withington’ssame-site Junior School atthe age of seven.Progressing to the Senior Schoolshe enthusiastically embraced theschool’s wide variety of extra-curricularopportunities; she playssaxophone in the orchestra and hasvisited China, Russia andBarcelona on school trips.She said: “Withington is smallwith a friendly and atmosphere andprovides lots of great opportunities.”Overall, Withington’s GCSE passrate at A*, A and B grades was98.6% this year. The rate at A* andA was 92.4% and 73.5% of papers –500 in total - achieved straight A*grades.At A Level, candidates achieveda 96% pass rate at A*, A and Bgrades - ensuring the vast majoritysecured places on verycompetitive courses in the highlyselective universities of their choice.The school was named by theFinancial Times Top Schools guideas the best value-for-money independentschool in the country andwas the only school in the North tobe included in the top 20 list. Withington’sacclaimed advice on careersand regionally unrivalled expertisein securing places at top universities– 92 per cent over three years- provide pupils with a further ‘edge’alongside their consistently outstandingexamination results.The lively, friendly, happy andpurposeful atmosphere produces anexceptional quality of opportunity,independence of mind and highaspirations. Girls relish the chanceto engage in a vast range of excitingextra-curricular activities fromMusic and Drama to Sport, Mathematicsand Science Olympiads,Model United Nations, UK andoverseas travel and Duke of Edinburgh’sAward and YoungEnterprise Schemes.Pupils come from a wide area –many by dedicated bus services -and the school community is proudof its multicultural and multi-faithnature and inclusiveness. One-insixsenior pupils receivesmeans-tested bursary support.Educating the whole person atCheadle HulmeA CHALLENGING, dynamic and relevant education forevery student lies at the heart of Cheadle Hulme School.Boys and girls in the Senior School, from Year 7through to the Sixth Form develop attitudes, habitsand abilities which help prepare them for the variouschallenges they will face in life, allowing themto thrive at university and beyond.The outstanding education provided is foundedupon academic challenge, personal and social development,physical health, emotional well-being, thepractice of leadership and a commitment to service.Confidence is instilled in each student, helpingthem to become more effective learners by challengingthem to think, to experience, to act andto share. Above all else, every student is encouragedto develop and fulfil his or her potential.The intimate atmosphere and high teacher topupil ratio in the Junior School ensures that teachersknow each pupil exceptionally well and are ableto tailor learning to individual needs. Pupils forgeclose relationships with their form teachers andbenefit from lessons by specialist teachers in music,PE and modern foreign languages.Visit Cheadle Hulme’s Open Morning on SaturdayNovember 10 from 9.30am-12.30pm or the Sixth FormInformation Evening on Monday October 15 at 7pmto discover more about why CHS students excel andto discover the range of opportunities on offer.For more details log on to whatisawaconian.co.uk.Charlie TroupMusic Scholar.Public Speaker.Waconian.“ I’ve really enjoyed all of my A Level subjectsat CHS: History, English Literature, Philosophyand Music. I’ve also been quite involved withthe Politics Department even though I don’ttake that at A Level. It’s also been reallygood to extend my studies in allthose areas with some of theextra-curricular clubs thatare on offer at the School.It’s been absolutely brilliant.”Intrigued? Find out more atwhatisawaconian.co.uk“ No profit grows, where is nopleasure taken”William ShakespeareFor further information please call 0161 224 1077Wellington Road, Fallowfield, Manchester M14 6BLwww.withington.manchester.sch.ukMeanstestedbursariesavailablefromYear 7

18 Cheshire Independent Issue 48Independent INDEPENDENT SCHOOLSPreschool boost for GreenbankGREENBANK Preparatory Schoolhas opened another extension thatwill almost double the capacity inits preschool class.The new £130,000 unit means theindependent preparatory school onHeathbank Road in Cheadle Hulme cannow take up to 40 boys and girls agedthree and four years-old. The move hasOutstanding education from 3 to 18Sixth FormOpen Open EveningngFriday 7 October 4.30–7pmWednesday 3 October 7pmWholeOpenSchoolMorningSaturday 8 October 10am–1pmOpen MorningSaturday “Everything 13 October the school 10am-1pm hasdelivered so far, for mychildren has been nothing short“Everything the school hasdeliveredof outstanding”so far, for my childrenhas been nothing short ofoutstanding”To To find find out out why why our our parents arepassionate about King’s pleasecontact Admissions on on 01625 260000or or email email admissions@kingsmac.co.ukmail@kingsmac.co.uk100% bursaries availablewww.kingsmac.co.ukThe King’s School in Macclesfieldbeen made to enable an easier transitionfrom Greenbank’s Day Nursery intothe main school.However, Headmistress Janet Lowewas quick to point out that admission tothe preschool did not mean parents hadto choose the main school at the end ofthe school year.Mrs Lowe, who has overseen a majorExtensive bus routesavailableCharity No.Charity No. 11372041137204expansion of the school over the last fiveyears, said: “As with any preschool, parentscan use their Government vouchersto help meet the costs, and at the endof the year their children can either jointhe main preparatory school or go intothe maintained sector.“Obviously we hope that after a yearin Greenbank’s preschool unit, parentswill be delighted that their children havegained such a strong grounding in literacy,numeracy and social skills and willwant their children to move up, but it’snot a condition of admission.”Mrs Lowe aded: “We offer a flexibleschedule, 50 weeks per year with parentsable to choose specific sessions.”The unit has its own teacher BeckyThornton, 30, from Didsbury, who hasbeen teaching for 10 years and studiedat Northampton University.Becky said: “It is such a privilege to beMACCLESFIELD is producingthe next generationof young doctors withfive students from King’sgoing to top medicalschools in the UK andAmerica this autumn.Pictured with the skull of theKing’s skeleton are from left toright: Oliver McCloskey, 18,James McGregor, 19, MaxGabarre-Grindrod, also 19, allfrom Macclesfield; Andrew Hodgson,18, from Tytherington andChris Ward, from Cranage.Oliver will study at StevensonCollege, Durham; James andAndrew will read medicine atSheffield, and Chris is going toNewcastle and wants to becomean Army doctor.Max is going further afield –to the University of Pennsylvania– where he will sit both anAmerica and British examinationprogramme.King’s Head of Science Draround children in their early years andwatch them grow and develop as individuals.You must create a nurturing andstimulating environment in which thechildren can make lots of friends veryeasily and, above all, enjoy every partof their learning and development.”In 2009, Greenbank opened a new£400,000 administration block with specialistscience laboratories and musicrooms, with a special all weather footballpitch installed a year later.Chris Hollis said: “Entry intomedical school is tougher thanit has ever been with our topmedical schools attractingapplications from all over theworld so to have five studentsgoing up to study medicine fromGrowing school:Becky Thorntonis picturedoutsideGreenbank’slatest expansionMacc producing the nextgeneration of young doctorsone cohort is quite exceptional.“I am particularly delightedfor Max who is taking the ambitiousstep of studying inAmerica because he wants toget the broadest perspectivepossible.”More places at top schoolPreschool care from the education expertsOPEN DAYSaturday October 13th10am - 12.00noonONLY 10 MINUTESFROM WILMSLOWFULLSCHOOLGreenbank School is one of the North-West’s leading academic preparatory schools. Its stunning success has beenbased on family values, building strong links between home and school.This September we opened a new Preschool unit allowing us to almost double our places for boys and girls aged3 and 4 years-old. Whether your child progresses to our preparatory school or chooses to go through the state system,you can be assured they will get the very best start to their education, developing their literacy, numeracy and socialskills in a wonderfully caring setting.GREENBANKPREPARATORY SCHOOL& DAY NURSERY0161 485 3724Heathbank Rd, Cheadle Hulme, SK8 6HUwww.greenbankschool.co.uk

Issue 48 Cheshire Independent 19IndependentEDUCATIONAnother record examination results yearAT Cheadle & Marple Sixth FormCollege you’ll be challenged to thelimit, whatever your course,whatever your ability.We are totally focused on you and yourfuture, and we encourage all our youngpeople to understand and believe in theirown potential, to take responsibility fortheir own development and to take pridein their success.Success breeds success and in 2012 weenjoyed another record year ofexamination results.Our A-Level pass rate is well above thenational average, 32 A-Level subjectsachieved a 100% pass rate and vocationalsubjects at Level 3 attained 99.7%placing the College amongst the topachievers in the region.It’s no surprise that, within such anatmosphere of success, students generallymake excellent progress when comparedto their prior results.Over 550 students have progressed touniversities throughout the UK, includingOxford and Cambridge, while others aresettled in to their chosen careers.To find out more why not come to ourOPEN DAY, at both campuses, from10.00am – 1.00pm on Saturday 6 October.Find out more about our wide range ofcourses, meet our friendly staff andsample our unique sixth form atmosphere.We look forward to meeting you.● Visit www.camsfc.ac.uk for moredetails.OPEN DAYAT CHEADLE & MARPLESIXTH FORM COLLEGESATURDAY 6 OCTOBERBOTH COLLEGES10.00am-1.00pmFIND OUT MORE ABOUTOUR STUDENT SUCCESSESAND WIDE RANGE OFA LEVEL, VOCATIONALAND APPRENTICESHIPPROGRAMMES.OPEN EVENINGSWEDNESDAY 14 NOVEMBER,CHEADLE SIXTH FORM (5.00-8.00pm)THURSDAY 15 NOVEMBER,MARPLE SIXTH FORM (5.00-8.00pm)32 A LEVELSUBJECTSACHIEVED100%PASS RATEOVER99.7%VOCATIONALLEVEL 3PASS RATE550STUDENTSPROGRESSED TOUNIVERSITY INCLUDINGOXFORD & CAMBRIDGECheadle Sixth Form CollegeCheadle Road, Cheadle Hulme, SK8 5HATel: 0161 486 4602Marple Sixth Form CollegeHibbert Lane, Marple, SK6 7PATel: 0161 484 6602www.camsfc.ac.uk

20 Cheshire Independent Issue 48Independent BUSINESSCAROL CROWNSCAREER AT KING’STHE King’s School has appointeda new Director of Marketing to furtherdevelop what she believes is“one of Macclesfield’s best knownand longest established brands.”Macclesfield born and bred, CarolineJohnson, 38, who still lives in the townwill manage all King’s marketing andpublicity, including its website, externalpublications, admissions process,relationships with former pupils andfundraising.A geography graduate of BirminghamUniversity, Caroline thencompleted a postgraduate diploma inmarketing with the Chartered Instituteof Marketing.Most recently she has worked as theHead of Communications for the UniversityHospital of South ManchesterNHS Trust. Previously she was anAccount Manager with a leading Marketingand PR agency working on arange of client accounts from telecomscompanies to solicitors.Caroline, pictured, has also workedfor a United Nations organisation, inAustralia for a wildlife charity and artschool and in London for a medicalrelief charity.She said: “One of my foremost prioritiesis to develop relations with formerpupils of both the King’s School andMacclesfield High School for Girls. Wewant to involve our alumni much morein what the school is doing today.“As next year is a special anniver-sary year, celebrating the 20th anniversaryof the founding of King’s Girls’Division, I am asking all former pupilswanting to reconnect with their schoolto get in touch and let me know whatthey’re up to via formerpupils@kingsmac.co.uk.”Focus firmly onexport successEAST Cheshire Chamberof Commerce’s annualOpen Day at CongletonTown Hall attracted businesspeople from acrossthe area– with a focus onexport successThis year’s event was officiallyopened by local MPFiona Bruce.The aim of the day was toshow businesses the benefitsof being a member of theorganisation and highlightthe help and support it canprovide.CEO David Watson welcomedpatrons, businesspartners, members and thewider business community.Exporting was one of themajor topics feature thisyear. Mr Watson said: “Manymore businesses are seekingEast meets west at theend of the Silk RoadEFFORTS to use Macclesfield’ssilk heritage tocreate strong export andtourism links with Chinawere boosted with a visitfrom two representativesfrom the city of Xi’an.He Jianchao and Pei Qiangtravelled to the UK to learnmore about Macclesfield andits place at the western end ofthe historic Silk Road.In the 18th century, Macclesfieldwas the world’s largestproducer of finished silk. Theraw silk began its journey toMacclesfield in Xi’an, home ofthe pair.The Make it MacclesfieldForum is actively building onthe town’s silk heritage andwants to make more of this historicrelationship between thetwo communities.Representatives of the forumhave already visited Xi’an in thespring and were delighted tooffer He and Pei a return visit.It is hoped that by linking theCHESHIREIndependentBacking local businessto grow by exporting andtrading across worldwidemarkets and the chambernow provides essential assistancein this area.”Seminars looked at arange of topics includingmarket research, EuropeanEnterprise Network, legalissues, overseas marketintroduction and export documentation.The chamber host manybusiness and social events inits calendar and providesnetworking opportunities byencouraging business tomeet regularly.On a day to day basis theEast Cheshire chamber teamis on hand to help with arange of issues from businessmailing lists to legal adviceand employment law.beginning and end of the SilkRoad strong export and tourismlinks can be forged. MacclesfieldMP David Rutley met the visitorsin Westminster and againat Macclesfield Town Hall.There he joined representatives,including Make itMacclesfield Chairman, ClareHayward, in welcoming themto the town.As part of the visit the Chineserepresentatives visited theSilk Heritage Museum, TattonPark and Bentley motors. Theyalso reviewed plans for Macclesfieldtown centreregeneration.Mr Rutley, pictured with thedelegation, said: “It was greatto meet our Chinese visitorsand help showcase everythingthat makes Macclesfield sucha special place.“I hope we can continue tobuild on this relationship to promotetrade and tourism, whilekeeping the history and heritageof the Silk Road alive.”GOT A STORY? Email theeditor at john@independentnewspapers.co.ukIN BRIEF . . .INDEPENDENT Wilmslow-basedwealth manager EquilibriumAsset Management has grownthe assets under its managementby £40million to £225m in the lastyear and has also opened a newoffice in Knutsford.MACCLESFIELD companyEntertainment Magpie is planning toopen its first operation in the USA.The expanding technology businesshas more than seven millioncustomers in 160 countries and is aleading player in “recommerce” –the re-selling of unwanted items.Cranagewins a goldfor serviceSTAFF at Cranage Hall are celebratingafter the Cheshire hotelreceived gold for its excellence customerservices.The hotel has been given GoldStandard Accreditation as part ofBDRC Continental’s VenueVerdictscheme.BDRC Continental is the UK’slargest independent marketresearch agency and its quarterlyVenueVerdict recognises venuesthat deliver consistently exceptionalcustomer service. It is based oncustomer feedback.General Manager of CranageHall, Richard Morrell, said: “It is afantastic boost for the team toknow that their efforts are beingrecognised and appreciated.“We will continue to develop ourstandards of customer serviceexcellence and hopefully continueto receive this award year on year.”Partnershipboost forMacc firmIndependentCHESHIREBacking local businessMACCLESFIELD company GraphicDesign Supplies (GDS) has announcedits confirmed status as one of the fewCanon UK Accredited Partners 2012.GDS relocated to its new warehouseon the Hurdsfield Estate lastyear and has gone from strength tostrength offering next day supply ofwide format printers, consumablesand servicing.Director Mark Walker said: “Thisis great recognition of the hugeefforts we have made over pastmonths to prove ourselves as onethe UK’s leading wide format printersuppliers.“Our sales of the Canon image PRO-GRAF range of printers haveexceeded our expectations and thisaward will cement our ongoing manufacturerrelationship.“It was very uplifting to hear howimpressed Canon UK’s Josh Singerwas with our Macclesfield outfit.”

Issue 48 Cheshire Independent 21Independent BUSINESSTRUST PLEDGESAPPRENTICESHIPSUPPORTMACCLESFIELD-based Peaks &Plains Housing Trust has pledgedto create seven new apprenticeshipsby the end of the year.The housing association, which owns5,000 homes in Cheshire and the HighPeak, has signed up to the NationalHousing Federation’s North WestApprenticeship Commitment.With the highest youth unemploymentfigures in England and nearly one in fouryoung people out of work, the NorthWest urgently needs more apprenticesto drive economic growth and create anew generation of skilled workers.Tim Pinder, chief executive at Peaks& Plains, said: “We feel very stronglyabout the importance of training anddeveloping apprentices as they are valuablemembers of our team, who showreal commitment and ambition.“We wholeheartedly support thegrowth of apprenticeship schemes andfeel it’s important that organisationsrecognise their value.”Peaks & Plains and other social landlordsare working with the NationalHousing Federation, which representshousing associations across the country,to ensure the sector steps up to the markand provides opportunities for youngpeople to start their careers.More than 30 housing associationsacross the North West of England aretaking part in the pledge. Housing associationsoffer a variety of apprenticeshiproles, ranging from IT and marketing tohorticulture, plumbing and construction.The aim is to offer first class apprenticeships,lasting between 12 monthsand three years, which will equip youngpeople with the relevant skills and NVQqualifications to gain permanent jobs atthe end of their apprenticeship contracts.Jessica Sharpley, pictured, is a newbusiness partnership apprentice atPeaks & Plains.She said: “I chose to do an apprenticeshipwith Peaks & Plains because it’s awell-known, successful businessthroughout Macclesfield and the surroundingareas.“The apprenticeship means I can continueto develop my knowledge andfurther my skills, whilst getting the experienceof working life.”Chess opens new officesCHESHIREIndependentBacking local businessCHANCELLOR George Osbornehas officially opened new officesin Alderley Edge for growing corporatetelecoms provider Chess.The Tatton MP declared thecompany as “one of AlderleyEdge’s great success stories”duringthe ceremony.Chess is a major local employerwith a turnover of more than£40million. Barrington House isan addition to its HQ in the villageat Bridgford House. ChiefExecutive Officer David Pollocksaid: “We’ve ambitious plans forfuture growth. This year alone wehave created 37 new jobs.”Mr Osborne said: “Chess is oneof Alderley Edge’s great successstories. I opened their existingoffice seven years ago and inthat time they have more thandoubled the number of peopleemployed by them to becomeone of the most advanced companiesin the country. Openingthese new offices points to aneven better future and theenthusiasm, energy and optimismof all the staff isinfectious.”IndependentCHESHIREBacking local businessComputer firm on cloud nine!CHESHIRE-based IT specialist1st Easy has officiallylaunched its new cutting-edgecloud computing service.Local MP Fiona Bruce, pictured,cut the ribbon on acomputer scheme to mark thelaunch of Cloud Utilities at thefirm’s offices in Riverside Mill,Congleton.She told the audience: “Businesseslike this don’t just happen;they take dedication, hard workand financial sacrifice.“This is just the sort of newbusiness that this country needsif we are going to solve the economicchallenges we face.”The firm was founded byfounder and Managing DirectorStephen Bell. The former air trafficengineer, turned IT expert,who has worked with some of themajor international names ininformation technology, includingIBM and Sun Microsystems, setit up in 1999 with his wife Viv,now Finance Director.He said: “Eighteen months ago1st Easy laid out its technologyroad map for the next five years.A key part of this plan was theinclusion of cloud technology. Thelaunch today has been the culminationof that vision.”

22 Cheshire Independent Issue 48Record uptake in cervical cancervaccinationsCENTRAL and Eastern Cheshire PrimaryCare Trust has vaccinated arecord number of girls against cervicalcancer during the last school year.The latest programme of vaccinationssaw the PCT’s highest ever uptake of95.2 per cent. The vaccine provideslong-lasting protection against cervicalcancer and is offered to Year 8 girls (12-13 years old) at all secondary schools inthe PCT area.The national programme has been inHike fully in the pictureTHE countdown is on for EastCheshire and Blythe House Hospices’great fundraiser Hike The Hill.People are being urged to stride out onSaturday October 13 in celebration ofWorld Hospice and Palliative Care Day.Supported by Orbit Developments, the12-mile hike will begin at the famous Catand Fiddle Inn. The walk is an opportunityto raise money for the hospices and saythank you for the wonderful care they provideto the local community.And with a photography competition nowMAWSONHAIRDRESSING42 Chestergate StreetMacclesfieldCheshire SK11 6BATelephone 01625 615555www.mawsonhairdressing.co.ukplace for the last four years, with a catchup programme for girls up to the age of 18.Dr Guy Hayhurst, Consultant in PublicHealth, said: “This is a wonderfulachievement with 19 out of every 20 girlsin this age group now protected againstcervical cancer.“It will reduce their need for cervicalscreening when they are older, and thechances of them having an abnormal resultwill be much lower.”Councillor Janet Clowes, Cabinet memberin charge of health and adult socialcare, said: “This news is extremely encouragingand will offer protection and peacealso on offer, walkers can enter photos theyhave taken along the route. The competitionis being judged by award winning localphotographer Howard Barlow and is agreat chance for budding artists to get theirwork noticed by a professional.The winning photograph will be printedonto canvas thanks to the generosity of Jessop’son Mill Street, Macclesfield, who werekeen to support East Cheshire Hospice whenthey found out about the competition.The canvas will then be exhibited inthe Hospice shop on Chestergate, beforeMawson Hairdressingopened its doors 17 yearsago and has become one ofCheshire’s leading hairsalons with a loyal clienteleand a talented team ofstylists passionate aboutdelivering uncompromisingstandards in hairdressing.Whilst some members ofstaff have been with salonowner Stephen Mawsonsince the very beginning,most have stayed loyal tohim for many years enablingthe business to build asizeable client base fromacross Cheshire andfurther afield.Health, Beauty & Spa TreatmentsBollinbrook House, 126 - 130 Beech Lane,Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 2XZTel: 01625 503411 • www.fablounge.netLate night Thursday until 8pm (by appointment)– FLABeLOSS CELLuLOSS Dermalogica LashPerfect LAVASHELLSof mind to thousands of girls acrossCheshire East. I would also like to congratulatethe school nurses for theirdedication in following up the programmewith young women in our schools.”The cervical cancer vaccine is beingoffered to Year 8 girls in schools over thenext few weeks. Information packs and consentforms are being distributed via schools,and parents are encouraged to return theconsent forms to their daughters’ school.Older girls, up to the age of 18 years,who have missed having their vaccinations,should contact their school nurseteam for further advice.being presented to the lucky winner.Guest judge Howard Barlow has beentaking photos for over 40 years and hiswork has featured in The Guardian,The Independent and The SundayTimes.He is currently exhibiting his workalongside other artists at Art Fair 2012at Macclesfield Town Hall which is runninguntil Saturday October 6.Amy Willis, Fundraising Manager atEast Cheshire Hospice, said: “Art Fair isCheshire’s premiere art event which raisesmoney for the hospice, so it is quite fittingthat Howard is generously supporting thisand our Hike the Hill photography competition.We cannot thank him enough.”To find out more information on Hike theHill or the Art Fair please visitwww.eastcheshirehospice.org.uk or call thefundraising team on 01625 433477.New breast andgynaecologycentre opensA NEW dedicated breast and gynaecologycentre has opened its doorsat Macclesfield Hospital.The Victoria Centre will provide modern,high quality services for thediagnosis, screening and treatment ofbreast cancer and outpatient facilities fora wide range of gynaecology problems.The new unit, opened at the start ofthis month, brings together all of the hospital’sbreast and gynaecology outpatientand screening services onto one site.It includes five consultation rooms, tworooms dedicated to digital mammographyand two rooms with breastultrasound equipment.Gill Bird, Critical Care Divisional Managerat East Cheshire NHS Trust said:“Our aim was to create a dedicated sitefor our breast and gynaecology servicesthat will provide a specialist service forthe people of Cheshire, with excellentfacilities to provide the efficiency andhigh quality of care that they expect anddeserve.”Kath Senior, Director of Nursing, Qualityand Performance said: “Moving allour breast care and gynaecology outpatientservices together under one roof willmake it easier for all our breast surgeons,cancer doctors, radiologists, radiographersand breast care nurses to providemore integrated diagnostics and care forour patients in Cheshire.”MAWSON’S STYLIST HEIDIOFFERS GREAT OCTOBER DEALSANY new clients looking toenhance their hair canbenefit from great offers thismonth at MawsonHairdressing in Chestergate.Heidi, one of the salon’stop stylists is providing someterrific discounts on thefollowing treatments. Theseoffers are valid up to the endof October:FULL HEAD OFHIGHLIGHTS, CUT AND BLOW– JUST £79.99; HALF HEAD OFHIGHLIGHTS, CUT AND BLOW£69.99; REFRESHERHIGHLIGHTS, CUT AND BLOW,JUST £59.99 . To book anappointment simply phonethe Salon on 01625 615555Wedded bliss for luckycouple at Fab LoungePOPULAR Tytherington-based health and beauty salon Fab Loungejoined forces with radio station Silk 106 and Shrigley Hall to makeone couple’s wedding dreams come true.The lucky bride was thewinner of a special makeover prize. Laura Hamand and StevenBarsted (centre) won the wedding competition. They are picturedwith The Fab Lounge team and Andy Bailey from Silk 106.Eastern CheshireClinical Commissioning GroupEastern Cheshire Clinical Commissioning Group is in the process ofbeing established and authorised as a statutory health organisation asa result of the reforms of the NHS as outlined in the Health and SocialCare Act. It will be the main organisation responsible for reviewing,planning and purchasing healthcare services in Eastern Cheshire onbehalf its population.Members of the public are welcome to attend the Governing Bodymeeting, which will be held in public on a monthly basis at variousvenues across the region.The first Governing body meeting to be held in public will be asfollows:-Date: WEDNESDAY, 24TH OCTOBER 2012VENUE: CONGLETON TOWN HALLTime: 1.30pm – 3.30pm.Members of the public are invited to join Governing Body members intaking light refreshments from 1.00pm.Minutes and agendas will be available via our websitewww.ec3health.co.uk one week prior to the meeting.There will be opportunity for members of the public to ask questionsas part of the meeting. Questions should be submitted in advance inorder to prioritise items and plan the agenda. To do so please contactMatthew Cunningham or Rebecca Patel:Matthew Cunningham, Corporate Services Manager.Tel: 01625 663339 • 07584 522220e-mail: matthew.cunningham@nhs.netRebecca Patel, Public Engagement Manager.Tel: 01625 663 864 • 07768 238874 • e-mail: rebeccapatel@nhs.net

Issue 48 Cheshire Independent 23Take the plungeto help childrenPEOPLE across Cheshireare being urged to takethe plunge and help acharity supporting vulnerablechildren celebrate its25th birthday.ChildLine has organised aBig Skydive on October 13 tomark the event and raisevital funds for its free, confidentialhelpline.And it wants as many peopleas possible from Cheshireto take part. Christine Mellor,area manager for theNSPCC-run ChildLine said:“For the past 25 years Child-Line has offered a lifeline forvulnerable children.“Whatever the concern, whereverchildren need us, we havebeen there to offer advice andsupport. Over the last 25 yearswe have counselled 2.6millionchildren across the UK. To continuethat work, we need yourhelp and support too.”“Solo or tandem skydives areavailable and participantsmust be over the age of 16. Youcan jump from one of 22 sitesacross the country, includingYoungsters step up to global challengeHILLCREST Preparatory andGrammar School is taking astep by step approach to promotingphysical fitness– 15,000steps a day to be precise.In a worldwide initiative promotedby The Global Children’sChallenge, each child agedfrom three to 11 in the CaleGreen school wears a pedometer– from getting up in themorning to going to bed atnight. Hillcrest’s teachers thenrecord the children’s physicalTaiLancaster. No experience is necessaryas full training will begiven and your jump is free ifyou’re able to raise minimumsponsorship of £395.‘“Nigel Hague, age 83, fatherof Foreign Secretary WilliamHague, did a sky dive for theNSPCC last month. Nigel, pictured,said: “I really enjoyedthe challenge of the sky dive,it was absolutely thrilling!“I would recommend it toanyone no matter what yourage, especially for the NSPCCwhich is a charity I have supportedfor many years.”For more information contactthe North West fundraisingteam on 0844 892 0253 or emailnorthwestappeals@nspcc.org.ukThe team will be able to offeryou fundraising support and arange of materials to help yougenerate support for your jump.activity and encourage themto step up their exertions bylinking exercise routines to avirtual circumnavigation of theglobe, with progress chartedon classroom maps and aninteractive website.The children are taking thewhole idea in their stride. KateFeltham, 10, said: “You cannothelp but check your steps allthrough the day and get up todo extra stuff to increase thecount.”ChiNEW BEGINNERS CLASS - JOIN NOW !DEAN ROW COMMUNITY CENTRE,SUMMERFIELDS, WILMSLOWEvery Saturday Morning 10.30am - 11.30amALSO ATACADEMY OF DANCE,WILMSLOW, HAWTHORN LANEEvery Tuesday 12noon - 1pmFor more information or to book your placeTel: Wing Ken 07771 738748TAI CHI - Revitalise your body!After losing 11st and winninga local slimmingcompetition, the only thingthat’s big about Pauline isher beaming smile.Pauline lost weight at thelocal Slimming World groupwhich is held every Wednesdayat the Liberal Club onBoden Street.And her transformationhasn’t gone unnoticed asPauline has just been namedWoman of the Year 2012.One in four women in theUK are already severely overweightand at risk ofsuffering a range of healthproblems.Slimming World’s Womanof the Year competitionrecognises the achieve -ments of women in makinglong-term healthy lifestylechanges for themselves andtheir families.Pauline joined SlimmingWorld in September 2010after her Hospital consultantadvised her to lose weight. It’sa healthy eating plan basedon satisfying even the largestof appetites so slimmersnever have to go hungry.Members fill up on unlimitedamounts of everydayfoods like fruit and veg, leanTHE BENEFITSOF TAI CHILESS people would have weightproblems and heart disease if theytook a moment to reflect what theyeat and how healthy their lifestyle is.However, the sad fact is that if we arebored, anxious or even angry, we ploughthrough packets of crisps or drink toomuch alcohol.These actions turn into bad habits andnot many of us are aware of the bad habitswe have. That includes mobile phoneusers, often seen talking away with theirphone stuck between a shrugged shoulderwhile both hands are busy doingsomething else.If these particular bad habits continuethey can cause strain and create jointproblems. However, there are constructiveoutlets to pursue. Tai Chi exercisehelps to transform the mind set andenable the practitioner to calmly deal withall kinds of situations in life.That is because it instils ‘inner peace’and boosts confidence and discipline.Health, Beauty & Spa TreatmentsBollinbrook House, 126 - 130 Beech Lane,Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 2XZTel: 01625 503411 • www.fablounge.netLate night Thursday until 8pm (by appointment)– FLABeLOSS CELLuLOSS Dermalogica LashPerfect LAVASHELLSLess is more for local ‘Woman of the Year’ slimmerGiant steps: Pictured with theirpedometers and their classroom mapare Fern McGovern, Richard Hill,Jonathan Feltham and Kate Felthammeat and fish, pasta, potatoes,rice and pulses whichare all filling yet naturallylow in calories and fat.“I know a lot of peopleworry about joining a slimmingclub – they don’t knowwhat to expect. But from theminute“I walked into the LiberalClub’s Slimming Worldgroup, the support I’vereceived from my ConsultantCarol and the rest of thegroup has been brilliant,”being voted 10am sessionWoman of the Year 2012 isthe icing on the cake.”Carol who runs the group,says: “Pauline, is a hugeinspiration to everyone inour group and I hope sheinspires other women inMacclesfield to change theirlives in the same way.”Carol runs four SlimmingWorld sessions everyWednesday at the LiberalClub on Boden St 10am12noon 5pm & 7pm also 2sessions every Thursday atthe Silklife Centre onGeorge St at 5pm & 7pmFor further informationplease contact Carol on 07803204117 e-mail loseweightwithcarol@hotmail.com20 Years of Excellencein Physio PracticeWe would like to thank all our clients for theircontinued loyalty20th AnniversarySpecial Offer20% offYour first physio session during themonth of October 2012Call 01625 590444 to make an appointment,quoting Cheshire Independent Offer(Please bring this Advert with you to your first session)4 Trafford Road, Alderley Edge, SK9 7NT01625 590 444www.physiofit.co.uk

24 Cheshire Independent Issue 48Independent TRAVELTravelling without childrenAUTUMN SUNSHINEThe island of Cyprus has good weather wellinto November and with some superbhotels,especially in the Paphos area wherethere is plenty to see and do.There are some lovely beaches and severalancient ruins – the Byzantine Castle ofPaphos, the Tombs of the Kings, St Paul’sPillar and the Temple of Aphrodite, togetherwith a lovely promenade – ideal for anevening stroll to one of the many restaurantsand bars. Trips into the interior to explorethe Troodos Mountains and the capitalNicosia will also appeal to those looking formore than just a beach holiday.Marrakech is another destination thatwill remain warm and sunny throughoutautumn. A four hour direct flight from Manchester,we recommend staying in one of thecharming Riad Hotels – often convertedmerchants houses, and generally with avery unassuming exterior leading into abeautiful quiet courtyard with a pool orfountain. Excursions include visits to thelocal souks and markets, the beautiful YvesSt Laurent gardens and longer trips intothe Atlas Mountains.Closer to home, and if the weather is notquite so important, there is often nothingnicer than staying in a cosy cottage completewith log fires and we have recommendationsin various parts of the UK, including luxuryAs the summer (what summer?) draws to a close and thechildren are now back at school, the opportunity for thosetravelling without children comes to the fore!CYPRUSstays, dog friendly properties and cottagesfor larger groups.SPECIALIST HOLIDAYSAutumn and Spring are the time when manycompanies offer themed breaks for which thesummer is either too hot or too busy!Painting holidays, walking and cyclingbreaks, cookery and cultural trips are all popularbut they do fill up quickly, so earlybooking is a must.From the Lemon Festival in Menton,archaeology in Sicily, opera at La Scala andthe Art Galleries of New York, we can findsomething for everyone.A TRIP OF A LIFETIMEOur autumn and winter are of course, springand summer in the Southern Hemisphere,so now is the time to start planning thatlong dreamed of holiday, perhaps to Australiaand New Zealand, South Africa orLatin America.And whilst these destinations are such along way away, so that a repeat trip is oftenout of the question, it is still easy to do toomuch, too quickly. With careful research andplanning we can put together an itineraryto ensure a full and exciting trip, while stillincluding some all important ‘down time’perhaps in a beautiful beach front hotel, orin a luxury lodge with stunning views andrelaxing gardens.A SPRING BREAKSpring is often a beautiful time to explorea new destination with new growth on thetrees and flowers coming into bloom.Close to home the Isles of Scilly, a subtropicalparadise, is home to thewonderful Abbey Gardens with more than3,000 plant species and magnificent vistas,colours and scents.Madeira is another destination that comesPAINTING HOLIDAYSinto its own at this time, and with some wonderfulhotels, including the renowned Reid’sPalace and some beautiful ‘quintas’, convertedmanor houses dotted around the capital,Funchal. Great for walking on easy to navigatepaths alongside the amazing levadairrigation system which span 2500km acrossthe island and at the end of a busy day, whatcould be better than to relax with a glass ofthe island’s eponymous national drink!Whatever your destination orinterest, we can help with your nextholiday, phone us on 01625 584195 orcall in to see us at Travel by Designin Alderley Edge.MARRAKECHSOUTHERN HEMISPHERETRAVEL BY DESIGNTo Vote for Travel by Design……Go to www.britishtravelawards.comclick on ‘VOTE’ - and follow the online instructionsfind us under Best Travel Agency / Best Small Travel AgencyTravel by Design 28 London Road Alderley Edge Cheshire SK9 7DZTel 01625 584195ABTA No.64676 info@travelbydesigngroup.com

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Issue 48 Cheshire Independent 27Independent LOCAL SPORTRUGBY YOUNGSTERS BREAKNEW GROUND IN CANADATHE King’s School’s senior rugbysquads gave emerging young Canadiansa lesson in fluent runningrugby on the ground breaking tourof the Prairies and Rockies.The Macclesfield school took 49 youngmen and six staff on a the trip of a lifetime, taking in both top city and provincialsides and winning nine of their tengames, scoring 397 points and concedingonly 68.Their toughest test came againstwhen the King’s under-17 developmentside met the full Alberta under-18 side,a single province that would consumehalf of Europe.King’s were down 20–0 at half time,but regrouped magnificently to loseby only 20 – 5. King’s under-18s howeverwere not to be denied and won37–0 against an under-19 AlbertaBarbarians side, featuring some overage players.The opening games had seen King’sbeat other top provinces, with the under-17s easing past Ontario 33-17, with theunder-18s mounting a gritty rearguardaction to win 26-24 against the Ontariounder-19 side.South Saskatchewan did not presenta stern challenge with 77-0 and58-0 victories for King’s. Nor couldNorth Saskatchewan match the MaccBowling couple arewedded to successPOYNTON husband and wife Tommyand Pauline Johnstone are celebratingafter winning their local bowling club’sspecial Mr and Mrs tournament.The competition, which was hostedby Poynton Sports Club, attractedentries from across Cheshire.Tommy and Pauline pocketed the£100 first prize given by sponsorsAbney, Garsden McDonald solicitors ofCheadle Hulme.Organisers Kevin and Kenny Flannerywere over-subscribed when they invited32 couples to take part in the club’ssecond Mr and Mrs competition.Kevin said: “We did it on a first-comefirst-served basis. It was so successfulwe might consider increasing thesize next year.”On a rare sunny day, there was a carnivalatmosphere around the greenas Tommy and Pauline battled theirway to the final, beating Christine andMike Gee, from the Grapes, 21-16.Club plays the generation gamePOYNTON Sports Club’s bowls team recordeda remarkable hat-trick of wins in theAdshead Cup with a side which spanned sixgenerations.Each year since they won the trophy in2010, the 10-man team has been more heavilyhandicapped by the Alderley and DistrictBowls League - but each time they have risento the occasion.In the final - played on the neutral green at TheWaggon and Horses, Handforth -Poynton gave a34-point start to opponents Great Moor ConservativeClub, but still secured a comfortable victory.The victorious team’s ages ranged from 26to 70 - with representatives from everydecade in between.Canadian adventure: The King’s squad is pictured at Lake Louise near Banffmen with King’s producing 39-0 and41-0 wins at under-17 and then under-18 level.Travelling from the East to the WestCoast throughout their 15 day trip,and seeing some of Canada’s great naturalsights, the final games saw theunder-17s beat the Fraser Valley Westside 39-7 and the under-18s the under-19 Vancouver Guardians by 42-0.Tommy, who met Pauline at a bowlsmatch, is a winner of the prestigiousWaterloo Cup, the bowls equivalent ofWimbledon.He said: “It was a great day out. Winningwas the icing on the cake.”Crowning glory: (left to right) organisersKevin and Jenny Flannery; losingfinalists Michael and Christine Gee;Gareth Roberts (representing sponsorsAbney, Garsden McDonald); and trophywinners Pauline and Tommy JohnstonePictured after their triumph (left toright) are Kevin Flannery, aged 70,his son Darren Flannery (38), BenHolbrook (26), Steve Allen (61), PaulDooley (49), Billy Burn (54), LeeFletcher (29), Mike Heald (31), PaulMason (63) and Neil Thelwall (49).King’s Head of Rugby Guy Masonsaid: “Jack Sadler emerged as anothersuperb leader of men and due tohis many outstanding performancesin Canada he will Captain the sidenext season.“Johnny Kenny had a brilliant tourand will no doubt wish to continue inthis manner as he tries to get back intothe England squad.”Tytherington pair aim fornational successTYTHERINGON Clubgolfers Gill Singh andCarole Ryder have madeit to the final of a prestigiousnational pairscompetition.Gill, who plays off 15 andCarole, who has a handicapof five, qualified from190,000 entrants to makeit into the last 16 of theDaily Mail Silver ChallengeTrophy.They’ll compete in theJust champion for SGS cricketersAT a rainy and windsweptBroughton Hall, StockportGrammar U14s defeatedBirkenhead School to win theTaverners Cup.The victory made themCheshire champions and meansthey qualify for the Northernround of the National championshipsnext season.With SGS, pictured, openingthe batting, a steady openingstand saw them in a good position,thanks to an excellent inningsfrom George Francis with 39.Wickets tumbled as the batsmantried to add quick runs,meaning a final target of 110 felta little disappointing and SGSwould have to turn things aroundwhen they bowled.Seb Croft got things off to agood start with three early wickets,but as the rain swept in, thespectators watched nervously asPenalty shootout hitsthe spot for King’sKING’S Junior Division footballersperfected their penaltiesto lift the Macclesfield PrimarySchools’Football Trophy.With seconds runningdown, the King’s boys hadscored a spectacular equaliserto draw level against archrivals St Albans 1-1 in an endto end to final.Towering Number NineIsaac Salisbury nodded onfor the slippery Remy Millerto feint past the coverdefence and pick out thebottom corner from theedge of the box.Then after a stalemate periodof extra time, Miller andTom Davies slotted home theirfinals this month in a twodaycompetition at TheForest of Arden.They won their final roundat Tytherington against apair from Shropshire, clinchingthe match on the 17th.Carole and Gill played, pictured,played a total of sevenrounds to make the final 16.Carole said: “We are bothreally excited to be representingTytherington at thenational finals.”spot kicks to lift the trophy. Inthe semi-final King’s beat StJohn’s 5-0 with two from Salisbury,two from MurrayRedpath and another fromskipper Miller.The round robin games hadbeen a tough test againstsome outstanding teams witha 1-1 draw against St. Albans,a 2-0 win over Upton Priory, a5-0 victory over Hollinhey anda scoreless draw with Whirley.King’s Junior Division FootballCoach Mike Walton said:“The Macclesfield PrimarySchools’Trophy is our FA Cupand always provides somefabulous matches played infantastic spirit.”Up for the cup: Pictured from left to right with Mr Waltonare: Tom Davies, Adam Humphreys, Isaac Salisbury,Murray Redpath, Oliver Payne, Jamie Shuttleworth, RemyMiller, Josh Green and Charlie Wardthere was just one run in it at thehalf way stage.However, Alfie Earith steppedup with a superb four wicketburst, all but guaranteeing anSGS victory. Arjun Takiar thendismissed the final Birkenheadbatsman, bowling them out for 70and ensuring that the celebrationscould begin.

28 Cheshire Independent Issue 48Independent LOCAL SPORTNew Yorker Samnets coaching roleNATIVE New YorkerSamantha Lillo is thelatest foreign importdedicated to improvinglacrosse skills inCheshire.The 21-year-old midfieldand attackingdynamo has played elitelacrosse in New Jerseyand is now representingStockport Ladies in divisionone.At the same time shewill be running threecoaching sessions eachweek at HillcrestPreparatory and GrammarSchool in CaleGreen and their afterschoolprogramme.Samantha said:“Lacrosse is the fastestgrowing sport in Americaand much more partof our sporting culture.Hundreds take the Bikefest challengeMORE than 300 riderstested themselvesaround the lanes ofCheshire and the hillsof the Peak District inthe first BollingtonBikefest.Family and novicecyclists also got into thesaddle with a ride alongthe Middlewood Way aspart of the event.And the day was such asuccess it is set to becomean annual part of Cheshire’ssporting calendar.At the end of the event,which attracted cyclingenthusiasts from acrossthe region, the riders wereStars and stripes: Samantha Lillo is pictured with TomDavies and Becky Moore, both aged nine.“Children are takingit up in primary school,then playing in highschool, college and universityand I’d like tohelp ignite the samepassion for the sport inthe UK.”Hillcrest Preparatoryrewarded with a barbecueat the headquarters of coorganiserAdelphi Groupof Bollington.Delighted co-organiserAndy Bowers of PEAKcyclesport said: “This isthe fifth cycle eventwe’ve organised and it’sthe biggest and mostsuccessful to date.“We’ve received muchpositive feedback and aresuitably encouraged todevelop the BollingtonBikefest into an annualevent, bigger and, dare wesay, even better next year!“Our partner Adelphiand a number of otherand Grammar School’sDirector of Sport SimonCrane said: “Samanthais a hugely talentedemerging lacrosse star.“Our young lacrosseplayers naturally warmto her and are fascinatedby her New York dialect.”On your bike: Some of theriders who took part in thefirst ever BollingtonBikeFest eventlocal businesses wereincredibly generous withtheir time and support;helping us to raise significantfunds for localcharities including EastCheshire Hospice.”Who’s your sporting hero?THE call has gone out for peopleto recognise Cheshire East’sunsung heroes of sport.The council’s leisure and playdepartment is holding its thirdannual sports awards at CranageHall on Thursday, November 29,and nominations are now open.The awards seek to recognisethe time and dedication put inby volunteers, coaches, clubsand athletes to develop sportacross Cheshire East. CategoriesKing aims to enddefensive woesMACCLESFIELDTown managerSteve King will goback to basics inan attempt tosolve his team’sdefensive frailtiesafter ad-mitting‘teams are scoringgoals for fun’.He was speakingafter the Silkmen’s3-0 defeat at Kidderminster– the latestsetback after a strongstart to the seasonfrom Town in theircampaign to get backinto the FootballLeague at the firstattempt.He told the club’sofficial website: “We’vehad some greatchances today and ifyou don’t take thechances, you’re notgoing to win games.“But we seem sobrittle at the back,and teams are scoringgoals for fun. We’vetried different pairingsand trieddifferent things, andit can’t go on, they did-n’t deserve to win 3-0 today, but that’swhat we’ll see when Ipick the paper uptomorrow.”He added: “Weneed to cut out theindividual mistakes.If someone pulls youapart with great footballor scores a brilliantgoal then you can’tcomplain, but we’remaking basic errors.“It’s all well andgood scoring them,but you need to besharp at the otherend. We’ve had a goodstart and so we haveto get back to whatwe’ve been doingbefore he hit this littleblip.”for the awards include sport personalityof the year; club of theyear; coach of the year; disabilitysports achiever; volunteer ofthe year and young sportsachiever.There is also a special recognitioncategory and an award for theyoung volunteer of 2012.The event also recognises theefforts of the Cheshire Eastleisure development volunteers– those who have clocked up 50Rising star Nathangets a BMX boostRISING Cheshire BMX starNathan Marsh has beengiven a helping hand to helphis career take off. The 13-year-old high-flyer is beingsupported by Bollington textileprint firm RA Smart.Nathan, pictured, hasalready qualified for nextyears’ UCI World Championshipsto be held in NewZealand. Company DirectorMagnus Mighall said:“Nathan is an extremely giftedyoung man who hasshown great commitment toachieving his BMX Racinggoals, with the support of allhis family.“Working closely as we dowith a number of sportswearmanufacturers, RA Smart isreally pleased to be able tohours of volunteering will receivea certificate. 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