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Cheshire Life
24 Hours In Stockton Heath
Should it not be separated from sprawling Warrington by the Manchester Ship Canal, Stockton Heath may well be in danger of being reduced to little more than a desirable suburb.
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February 2020
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THE WORLD'S NEW TRAVEL HOTSPOTS
Looking to escape Cheshire for sun, sea or exciting discovery? Cheshire Life Food & Travel Editor, Helen Warwick, reveals the hottest places to head in 2020
6 min |
February 2020
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The Stock Exchange, Manchester
For this Valentine’s special, we pick six of Cheshire’s most romantic getaways. But first let’s get loved up in Manchester, at the most exciting new venue in town...
3 min |
February 2020
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A MODEST OFFERING
Altrincham’s latest fashion opening is bringing a new brand of style to Cheshire. We meet founder, Nadine Naily, to discover more
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February 2020
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THE AGE OF ELIZABETH
She was the suffragist from Congleton who arguably did more for women’s rights than any other feminist of her day – yet she’s been erased from the history books. Now a local campaign group is working to change that
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February 2020
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JUST WHAT YOU KNEAD
When recently retired magazine editor Roger Borrell started baking his own bread, he not only discovered a new passion, but also, via the aisles of Booths, an iconic Stockport mill producing award-winning flour
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February 2020
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A walk worth its salt
For a pleasant, easy winter walk, with no slippery stiles or boggy fields to cross, we head to Hassall Green and Rode Heath, just north of Alsager
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February 2020
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A Weekend Away - Another Place, Lake District
Want to get some downtime without going horizontal? This Lakes getaway specialises in active relaxation
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January 2020
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The Happiness Mindset
Toni Mackenzie, a therapist from Altrincham, has literally written the book on how to feel happy – here she explains why you should forget about new year’s resolutions and focus a little closer to home instead
4 min |
January 2020
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2020 Twenty Best Events In
Get your diary out and book these in now – our 20 must-do events of the year ahead
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January 2020
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Raw Head Out And About
Take a stroll around Bickerton Hill and onto Raw Head this month, and imagine what life was like for local folk here in harsher times
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January 2020
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Steph's Next Step
Meet our new columnist and Bake Off finalist Steph Blackwell, who wants to change the world, one bake at a time
5 min |
January 2020
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Planting The Seed
Pioneers of Cheshire’s plant-based eating scene, the duo behind Hale favourite, The Garden, are on a mission to make vegan food appealing to everyone
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January 2020
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Live Life In The Slow Lane
Making space in your schedule for a mindful hobby may just be the key to a happier and healthier 2020 – take it from five people who know
9 min |
January 2020
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Crossing The Ts
Volkswagen’s smallest SUV offers impressive interior space and a big-car driving experience
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January 2020
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THE TURKEY FARMER
Richard Clarkson, founder of the free-range turkey farm Park Farm Turkeys, tells us about his working day in the run-up to Christmas
4 min |
December 2019
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WALKING in a WILDLIFE WONDERLAND
Escape stress from the festive free-for-all with a little help from the county’s countryside and Cheshire Wildlife Trust
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December 2019
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The obligatory BOXING DAY WALK
At some point you need to heave yourself off the sofa, put the selection box down and get out in the fresh air – happily these six suggestions come with a cosy pub to ease you in gently
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December 2019
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THE FESTIVE BEST TASTE TEST
Looking for ideas for your festive feasts? We’ve scoured Cheshire to discover dreamy treats for your Christmas dining
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December 2019
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The business of Bolesworth
For Nina Barbour, an equestrian spectacular on New Year’s Eve will be the culmination of an exciting, but unforeseeably tough, year. Here she talks about the very modern challenge of keeping her 200-year-old family estate in business
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December 2019
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Shooting STARS
December means one thing – oh yes it does! It’s panto season, and here’s what’s happening in Cheshire this month
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December 2019
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DECLARATION of GINDEPENDENCE
Living close to Alderley Edge, cricketing legend Michael Vaughan is happily settled into Cheshire life and about to launch his latest business venture
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December 2019
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Festive & fabulous
We asked three of the region’s most renowned event planners how to throw a Christmas party that will be remembered – for all the right reasons
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December 2019
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CHESHIRE HEROES of 2019
Tis the season of goodwill so let us celebrate those people whose courage, caring and commitment to incredible causes have inspired us this year
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December 2019
Cheshire Life
24 Hours In Wirral
Forget about having a slice of the good life – have it all in Wirral, where miles of beautiful coastline and countryside, historic architecture, world-famous galleries, and foodie havens combine in a smorgasbord for the senses.
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November 2019
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The Heat Is On
Nicky Corbishley from Congleton, founder of Kitchen Sanctuary, gives us four winter salads to warm us up without fattening us up
7 min |
November 2019
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Running Wild
Joshua Barrow could have taken the path of least resistance. But the Congleton trail runner decided to climb mountains to discover what he truly wanted from life
5 min |
November 2019
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Christmas Is Coming
Feeling festive yet? Well, you better get in the mood tout suite. There are certain tasks that need sorting well in advance and events you won’t want to miss long before the day itself
9 min |
November 2019
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The Colour Of Home
Farrow & Ball Colour Consultant Julie Beddow reveals the secret of the company’s success and what trends we can expect to see in a Cheshire home near you
2 min |
September 2019
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Problematic Pensions
Divorce can cause havoc on pension proceedings; Denise Woodward, family law expert advises on how to achieve a fair result
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