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  • Cheadle Area Committe Meeting

    Published: Fri, 19/09/2008 14:30
    The committee operates an Open Forum which allow groups to make presentations to the Committee on issues that affect the local community. If you are interested..................
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  • September Tide - Heald Green Theatre Company

    Published: Tue, 09/09/2008 21:58
    Heald Green Theatre Company now commences its new season 2008/2009 with September Tide by Daphne du Maurier. The play runs from September 20th until 27th. The storyline is about conflict of powerful emotions, between Lust and Love and Duty and Desire.
    Set lives alone in a comfortable home set on a Cornish Estuary. Stella is pursued by Robert...
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  • Flower Show

    Published: Fri, 05/09/2008 17:28
    Cheadle Hulme Flower Show Society Flower Show, Saturday 6th November at 2pm, at the Parish Rooms on Church Road in Cheadle Hulme. Official opening by Mark Hunter MP will be at 2.30pm
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  • Cheadle Village Partnership

    Published: Mon, 25/08/2008 15:09
    The next meeting is On Thursday 4th September from 6pm to 7.30 pm. If you are an interested Cheadle Village Resident please contact Katie Roberts at: District and Neighbourhood Regeneration, Stopford House telephone 0161 218 1537




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  • Teenage Task Day at Reddish Vale Country Park

    Published: Thu, 02/10/2008 12:36
    Young people are invited to a special task day at Reddish Vale Country Park
    from 10.00am to 4.00pm on Saturday 4th October. The event is aimed at those aged 13 to 19 in the local area who would like to get more involved with improving their local park and nature reserve.
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  • Manage Your Money Event for 'UK Older People's Day'

    Published: Fri, 26/09/2008 17:03
    Stockport Council and Age Concern Stockport are working together to mark 'UK Older People's Day' on Wednesday 1st October.
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  • Open day at Wythenshawe Hospital

    Published: Tue, 16/09/2008 14:39
    Come and join the fun as Wythenshawe Hospital opens its doors to the public. Open Day 28th September 11am - 4pm. Whether you are thinking of a career in the NHS or you are just interested in going behind the scenes of one of the UK's top NHS Trusts, don't miss the annual Open Day at Wythenshawe Hospital.
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  • Break the Cycle of Yo Yo Dieting with Lighter Life

    Published: Thu, 11/09/2008 23:58
    BRAMHALL OPEN DAY Saturday 13th September. The Stockport area is now a lot lighter since hundreds of people have lost weight on the LighterLife Programme. LighterLife is a unique weight loss and weight management programme which has successfully helped thousands of people to make lasting changes and enjoy happier, healthier lives.
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  • Chad Jazz - Mart Roger and his Band

    Published: Thu, 02/10/2008 12:08
    Now in its third year, Chad Jazz continues to be a popular event which showcases the cream of England's jazz musicians. Set within the beautiful surroundings of the Chapel, each evening is sure to provide a quality taster for those who love jazz as well as those who may want to experience jazz for the first time!
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  • An Entrepreneurial Spirit in Stockport

    Published: Sat, 27/09/2008 13:07
    Following the success of last year's 'Silver Entrepreneurs' initiative in Stockport, the popular programme is being extended into 2009 to offer further free information and workshop sessions.
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  • Crossing Delancey - Chad's Theatre Co

    Published: Thu, 11/09/2008 23:12
    This gentle romantic comedy is set in the Jewish community of New York. Isabelle is a modern young woman who lives alone and works in a book shop. When she is not pining after a handsome author, she is visiting her grandmother in Manhattan's Lower East Side. This delightfully nosey old lady and her friend the matchmaker have found a "good catch" fo
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  • Cheadle Hulme Partnership

    Published: Mon, 25/08/2008 15:25
    The next Cheadle Hulme Partnership meeting is on Wednesday 10th September from 6.30 till 8.00 p.m.If you are an interested Cheadle Hulme Resident please contact Brian Nash, District and Neighbourhood Regeneration Manager telephone District and Neighbourhood Regeneration Manager telephone 0161 474 4519



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  • YOUR NUMBERS UP

    Published: Wed, 01/10/2008 10:51
    Motorists in Stockport are urged to attend a car crime clinic to combat registration plate theft.
    The event will take place at the Moortop pub, 172 Heaton Moor Road, Heaton Moor on Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 October between 10am and 2pm. Officers from Greater Manchester Police and the members from the AA will be on hand to provide crime prevention a
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  • Last Night of the Proms

    Published: Thu, 04/09/2008 09:36
    If you feel like a Proms night out, the High Peak Orchestra will be performing a "Last Night of the Proms" concert to mark the end of the New Mills Festival 2008. Note that this is a Sunday concert, and we will be performing in the splendid New Mills Arts Theatre - a large 500 seat Classic Design Theatre
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  • Gatley Village Partnership Meeting

    Published: Mon, 25/08/2008 15:37
    The next Gatley Partnership Meeting will take place on Thursday the 25th of September At Gatley Hill House From 6.45pm to approximatley 8pm. If you are an interested Gatley resident please contact 0161 218 1537


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  • Bowls Coaching Course

    Published: Tue, 22/07/2008 10:44
    Alexandra Park, Monday to Friday on 18th to 22nd August from 11am to 1pm. Juniors and Seniors - qualified coaches and CRB checked.
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  • Players Dramatic Society

    Published: Tue, 09/09/2008 18:52
    ALBERT NOBBS BY GORDON STEELE:Albert is an ordinary sort of chap, who, after a lifetime devoted to work, sees retirement simply in terms of staying at home alongside wife Connie reading the newspaper and picking out likely winners amongst the horses. But life has a tendency to turn around and bite you in the bum, as it were....
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  • Summer Activities at Staricase House and Stockport Story

    Published: Thu, 31/07/2008 08:32
    Children are being encouraged to come along to Staircase House and Stockport Story Museum to take part in a series of summer activities. Decorative Notebooks and Calligraphy, Decorative Plates, Fabric Fun, Creative Bookmarks Drop in Fun. Suitable for all ages, Stockport Story invites you to drop in and have a go at making your very own bookmark..
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  • Summer Fair

    Published: Thu, 26/06/2008 23:12
    Cream Teas with Ophelia Wood Quintet, Tuff and Gong Drums, Model Railway Trains, Morris Dancers, Cheerleader Display, Alderley & District Scout Band, Pop lacrosse demonstration and
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  • Local Beauticians pull out the stops for Children's hospital

    Published: Fri, 19/09/2008 12:58
    The great team of Beauty & Holistic Therapists at Chapel Holistics, all pulled out the stops earlier this month by holding a Beauty & Massage Marathon for The New Children's Hospital Appeal for the M.R.I - In true spirit with T-shirts, buckets, essential oil and nail polish to hand they donated everything they made to the charity!
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  • Amaretti Chamber Orchestra

    Published: Thu, 04/09/2008 09:27
    Saturday 20th September, 2008, St. Andrew's Church, Cheadle Rd, Cheadle Hulme SK8 5ET. Programme:Boyce: Symphony No.4, Finzi: Let us Garlands Bring - solo baritone Chris O'Hara,Vaughan Williams: Charterhouse Suite, Larsson: Little Serenade, Conductor - Louise Latham, Proceeds to support Amnesty International






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  • 100 Days and Counting to Town Hall's Big Birthday

    Published: Sun, 30/03/2008 21:16
    There will be something for everyone during the fortnight of celebratory and commemorative events running from Monday 30 June - Sunday 13 July.
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  • Billys Lane Allotments Open Day

    Published: Fri, 10/08/2007 17:58
    On the 16th and 17th August come and enjoy the great outdoors at the Open Day at Billys Allotments
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  • Heritage Open Days

    Published: Thu, 11/09/2008 19:13
    Thursday September 11- Sunday September 14 2008. Thousands of places open their doors as part of Heritage Open Days; celebrating England's rich architecture, history and culture. And Stockport will be no exception, with 28 sites taking part this year; some for the first time. So grab the chance to explore somewhere that is normally closed or charg
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  • Stockport Town Hall's Big Birthday

    Published: Mon, 11/02/2008 13:29
    Officially opened in 1908 by the Prince of Wales, the building will reach the grand old age of 100 on 7th July.
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  • Royal Ascot Comes To Hat Works

    Published: Tue, 06/05/2008 00:23
    Stockport's Hat Works Museum, the UK's only museum dedicated to the hatting industry and headwear, will be unveiling a new exhibition in May featuring hats from the Royal Ascot
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  • Free tours at Hat Works Heritage Open Days

    Published: Wed, 03/09/2008 19:35
    Free tours and feltmaking 13th and 14th September Take a free tour round the historic HatWorksMuseum for Heritage Open Days. A free fact sheet on the history of Wellington Mill will be available and there will be a free drop in session suitable for all where you can make a felt masterpiece to take home! Hat Works is open from 1pm to 5pm on each...
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  • A Magical event at WWT Martin Mere

    Published: Mon, 08/09/2008 15:17
    WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre is flying open it's doors on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 September for the annual wildlife spectacular: Animal Magic. Hug a Husky, walk a ferret, cuddle a skunk, watch meerkats and racoons play, get close to a variety of birds of prey, stroke a chinchilla, see an African Dwarf Crocodile or be scared by lots of reptiles
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  • Giant Town Collage Craft Event by Local Heritage Library

    Published: Mon, 11/08/2008 17:10
    On Friday 22nd August there will be a craft event at Stockport Central Library to celebrate the launch of the Young People's Corner in the Local Heritage Library. The session is drop-in, so no need to book, and will be taking place in the Minor Hall (turn left and go downstairs from main library front doors) between 10am-12pm.
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  • Stockport NHS Foundation Trust Meeting

    Published: Mon, 22/09/2008 08:59
    Stockport NHS Foundation Trust will be holding an event for members of the Trust and members of the public. This will commence at 1.00pm and will continue throughout the afternoon until 6pm on Tuesday 30 September 2008 in the Insider Suite, Edgeley Park, Hardcastle Road, Stockport.
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  • Impact - next meeting

    Published: Fri, 08/08/2008 15:47
    Impact - Next Meeting
    Cheadle & Gatley impact group will next meet on Friday 22nd August, 10am at Gatley Hill House.
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  • Shop Local with Stockport's Producers' Market

    Published: Fri, 03/10/2008 10:05
    A special Producers' Market in Stockport Town Centre, historic Market and
    Underbanks will launch this year's appetizing Food and Drink Festival on
    Friday 3rd October. From 10.00am - 4.00pm come along and bag yourself some of the region's finest produce, including the very best breads, soups, cheeses, meats, sweets, pastries and hot food.
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  • Reading Comes Alive

    Published: Tue, 05/08/2008 14:11
    August sees a full programme of exciting events taking place in Merseyway Shopping Centre, Stockport, as part of the National Year of Reading celebrations.Jointly organised by Stockport Council's Library & Information Service and Merseyway Shopping Centre, the 'Reading Comes Alive' festival is a week long programme of entertainment dedicated to rea
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  • Art in the Park

    Published: Wed, 06/08/2008 10:34
    Stockport residents are being encouraged to come along to an 'Art in the Park' event at Bridgehall play area to celebrate the new look park. The play area in the park has been transformed thanks to some inspirational art work by young people from the area. More than 50 children and young people from Bridgehall helped to improve the park by creating
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  • Get set to Quit!

    Published: Fri, 15/08/2008 15:27
    Smokers who are keen to quit the habit will be able to get expert advice at a special event organised by the Department of Health. The event, at Asda superstore on Warren Street on Thursday 21st August between 10am - 4pm, is part of a national campaign aimed at reducing the number of people smoking in the UK.
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  • Victorian & Edwardian Christmastime

    Published: Thu, 02/10/2008 11:53
    Well known local historian and author Chris Makepeace will be giving a talk on Christmas in Victorian and Edwardian times at The Crown Inn, Heaton Mersey, on Monday 8 December, 7.00pm to 9.00pm, admission £7.50, buffet included.
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  • Get Creative on National Poetry Day

    Published: Wed, 01/10/2008 16:04
    Stockport Council's Library & Information Service is encouraging residents to get creative and write some poetry as part of National Poetry Day on Thursday 9th October.
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  • Beat the Credit Crunch with free debt advice

    Published: Mon, 15/09/2008 12:36
    Stockport Council is encouraging residents to come along to a Debt Advice stand to meet specially trained advisers and arrange to get free, impartial advice on how to manage money problems. The Debt Advice stand will be located outside Westgate in Merseyway on Friday 19th September, from 9.00am to 3.00pm.
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  • Heritage Open Days - Water

    Published: Thu, 11/09/2008 20:41
    Thursday September 11- Sunday September 14 2008. Thousands of places open their doors as part of Heritage Open Days; celebrating England's rich architecture, history and culture. And Stockport will be no exception, with 28 sites taking part this year; some for the first time. So grab the chance to explore somewhere that is normally closed or charge
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  • Heritage Open Days - Walks and Wheels

    Published: Thu, 11/09/2008 20:22
    Thursday September 11- Sunday September 14 2008. Thousands of places open their doors as part of Heritage Open Days; celebrating England's rich architecture, history and culture. And Stockport will be no exception, with 28 sites taking part this year; some for the first time. So grab the chance to explore somewhere that is normally closed or charge
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  • Undergound - Heritage Open Days

    Published: Thu, 11/09/2008 20:18
    Thursday September 11- Sunday September 14 2008. Thousands of places open their doors as part of Heritage Open Days; celebrating England's rich architecture, history and culture. And Stockport will be no exception, with 28 sites taking part this year; some for the first time. So grab the chance to explore somewhere that is normally closed or charge
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  • Stage & Screen - Heritage Open Days

    Published: Thu, 11/09/2008 20:10
    Thursday September 11- Sunday September 14 2008. Thousands of places open their doors as part of Heritage Open Days; celebrating England's rich architecture, history and culture. And Stockport will be no exception, with 28 sites taking part this year; some for the first time. So grab the chance to explore somewhere that is normally closed or charge
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  • Heritage Open Days - People and Places

    Published: Thu, 11/09/2008 20:00
    Thursday September 11- Sunday September 14 2008. Thousands of places open their doors as part of Heritage Open Days; celebrating England's rich architecture, history and culture. And Stockport will be no exception, with 28 sites taking part this year; some for the first time. So grab the chance to explore somewhere that is normally closed or charge
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  • Heritage Open Days - Parks

    Published: Thu, 11/09/2008 19:53
    Thursday September 11- Sunday September 14 2008. Thousands of places open their doors as part of Heritage Open Days; celebrating England's rich architecture, history and culture. And Stockport will be no exception, with 28 sites taking part this year; some for the first time. So grab the chance to explore somewhere that is normally closed or charge
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  • Heritage Open Days - Houses and Halls

    Published: Thu, 11/09/2008 19:45
    Thursday September 11- Sunday September 14 2008. Thousands of places open their doors as part of Heritage Open Days; celebrating England's rich architecture, history and culture. And Stockport will be no exception, with 28 sites taking part this year; some for the first time. So grab the chance to explore somewhere that is normally closed or charge
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  • Heritage Open Days - Churches & Chapels

    Published: Thu, 11/09/2008 19:39
    Thursday September 11- Sunday September 14 2008. Thousands of places open their doors as part of Heritage Open Days; celebrating England's rich architecture, history and culture. And Stockport will be no exception, with 28 sites taking part this year; some for the first time. So grab the chance to explore somewhere that is normally closed or charg
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  • The Mellor Dig Open Days

    Published: Wed, 03/09/2008 19:26
    The Mellor Dig Open Days 2008 Sat 6th September and Sun 7th September The Old Vicarage and the Parish Centre, Church Road, Mellor, Stockport
    11am - 4pm both days
    Excavations, guided tours, finds on display, childrens activities, refreshments available
    £4 adult, £1 child, £8 family ticket


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  • It's Your History this Heritage Open Day

    Published: Wed, 03/09/2008 19:14
    Stockport Local Heritage Library is inviting you to come along and find out how you unleash the skeletons in your family's closet...Dr Paul Carter, the Principal Records Specialist from the National Archives, is bringing his tales of crime and punishment to Stockport. Due to the popularity of Dr Carter's talk, Prisoners' Tales will take place in th
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  • Stockport Town Hall Tours

    Published: Tue, 02/09/2008 09:39
    There will be heritage tours of the grade 2* listed building in it's Centenary year. This will include the Council Chamber, Lady Members' Room, Marble area and Ballroom. Tours are on Thursday 11th September 08 at 10.30am, 1.30pm and 3.30pm. Please book tours by calling our box office on 0845 833 0973, or reception on ext 3251. Numbers are limited
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  • All Aboard The Folk Train

    Published: Fri, 29/08/2008 15:48
    Stockport residents who fancy an evening out with a difference are being encouraged to step aboard the Cheshire Folk Train
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  • Cineworld Film List Didsbury

    Published: Mon, 25/08/2008 14:44
    Cineworld Film List: Parrswood - DIDSBURY Friday 29 August 2008 - Thursday 04 September 2008, classic gold GREASE - DIGITAL PRESENTATION (PG) - Wednesday September 24th

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  • Self defence class

    Published: Fri, 15/08/2008 16:18
    Want to be able to Defend Yourself? Come and learn some Basic, Non Strenuous, Self Defence Techniques. This is a One Off, One Hour session, taught by a Professional Taekwondo Teacher. Non Strenuous Self Defence for all abilities. Open to any over 8 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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  • African and Caribbean Community Association (ACCA)

    Published: Fri, 15/08/2008 15:18
    Bank Holiday Monday 25th August 2008, Family Fun Day 1:00pm - 6:00pm, At The Friends Meeting House, Cooper St, Stockport, There will be a BBQ, Bouncy Castle, Relaxation Sessions, Food & Refreshments
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  • Batik Art for Adults by Staircase House

    Published: Mon, 11/08/2008 17:39
    Learn the art of batik with artist Denise Steane. Batik is a technique that uses wax to design a pattern onto the fabric before it's dyed. Use the various patterns in Staircase House to design a beautiful picture piece. Please bring your own picture frame (any frame will do) to stretch the fabric over. Friday 26th September
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  • Residents urged to have 'benefit check up'

    Published: Mon, 11/08/2008 12:23
    Stockport Council is holding a series of events in September for Benefits Awareness Month to ensure people are not missing out on benefits they are entitled to. The Council and the members of the Take-Up Partnership Group want to ensure Stockport residents aren't missing out by offering people a 'Benefit Check Up'. The 'Benefit Check Up' will asses
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  • Summer Events at Reddish Vale Country Park

    Published: Wed, 06/08/2008 11:05
    A series of exciting outdoor events including a family pond dip, a junior angling competition and craft sessions will be taking place at Reddish Vale Country Park this summer. Calico and Craft sessions, Family Pond Dip, Health Walk and Bat Survey, Blackberrying,Junior Angling Competition
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  • Last places left for Food Hygiene level 2

    Published: Mon, 04/08/2008 16:46
    Kamey McNamara from Impact has arranged for a Food Hygiene Level 2 course to take place this Friday 8th Aug, 9am-5pm, held in the centre of Stockport. There a few places left, so if you are interested, please get in touch. If you are involved in the preparation of high risk food, which includes any ready-to-eat proteins (eg meat sandwiches), for me
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  • School's out But Active's in

    Published: Mon, 04/08/2008 00:07
    Beat the boredom this summer with Stockport Council's super summer sport activities on offer for kids over the school holidays, in partnership with Stockport Sports Trust. There's loads going on at Bramhall, Dialstone and Priestnall Recreation Centres as part of the Active Stockport campaign, which is aimed at getting everyone in Stockport active
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  • Spendlove Ton keeps Cheshire on Track

    Published: Sun, 03/08/2008 22:28
    Former Derbyshire batsman Ben Spendlove gave Cheshire the perfect start to their Minor Counties Championship game against Herefordshire at Eastnor Cricket Club today (SUNDAY). The 29 year-old Oulton Park right-hander amassed 124 to push the visitors up to 328-8, meaning they claimed the maximum four batting points from this Western Division clash.
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  • Community consultation Meeting in Heald Green

    Published: Mon, 28/07/2008 11:12
    The above meeting will be held at the Heald Green Village Hall, Outwood Road, Heald Green on Tuesday 29th July 7.30 to 9 pm
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  • Play day in Torkington Park

    Published: Thu, 24/07/2008 14:16
    'Give Us A Go' is the theme of this year's annual Play Day event to promote a child's right to play. The event will be held at Torkington Park, Torkington Road, Hazel Grove on Wednesday 6th August, from 11.00am to 4.00pm. In keeping with the theme of the event, 'Give Us A Go', encourages children to be allowed to take part in challenging and advent
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  • Community consultation Meeting in Gatley

    Published: Tue, 22/07/2008 17:09
    The above meeting will be held at the Kingsway School, Foxland Road, Gatley.
    The meeting will be held at 7pm - 9.30 pm on Tuesday 22nd July 2008
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  • Have a go at Well Dressing at Chadkirk Chapel

    Published: Tue, 22/07/2008 13:40
    Well Dressing is celebrated at St. Chads Well at the heart of Chadkirk Country Estate. The tradition of dressing springs and wells with pictures made from petals, leaves, seeds and other natural materials dates back to Celtic times. Drop in to the Chapel and enjoy the atmosphere while you watch the beautiful well dressing being created.
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  • Latvian Group at Stockport college

    Published: Tue, 22/07/2008 12:29
    Fosbrooks (who are a local folk/traditional music group based at Banks Lane School) are hosting an exchange event with a group from Riga in Latvia who are called Ozolina. Both groups will be performing at Stockport College on Saturday 26.7.08. Tickets are £5 per adult, £2.50 per child and family tickets are available at £12 (this is for 2adults and