Dream properties - Holmswood, Prestbury

This Prestbury family home combines traditional characteristics with luxurious enhancements

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4 exciting local literature festivals in the North West

In a world where social media is increasingly a major focus, the simple pleasure of reading books and discussing them with others can seem rather lost. These local literature festivals, however, are making sure we will remain in love with the written word…

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Cheshire Life magazine October 2018 – out in the shops or available to buy online now

A look inside the October 2018 issue of Cheshire Life

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Win a weekend in Manchester with craft fair tickets, delicious dining and unique hand-crafted work

Five lucky runners up will each receive a pair of tickets to the GNCCF

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Spa review - The Pigsty, Oddfellows on the Park, Cheadle

Don’t be deterred by the odd name of the spa at Oddfellows on the Park, in Cheadle. Miss Piggy would approve.

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Scandinavian interior design and gifts in the heart of Chester

Is Scandinavian ‘shabby chic’ the next latest trend in store for Cheshire homes?

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The sculpting of an unusual urban garden in Sale

Gordon Cooke’s artistic flair and horticultural know-how combine to create an unusual garden

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Nant Lodges - an idyllic secret hideaway in North Wales

A stunning new development of ten luxury lodges at Plas Farm Caravan Park, Nant Lodges is the ultimate in holiday home retreats.

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Local life - Weaverham Hardware

Putting the spotlight on retailers whose business is an important part of the community

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A look ahead to the Wirral Arts Festival

The Wirral Arts Festival - September 29th until October 13th - sees music coming alive in a most beautiful venue

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Why Adlington Memorial Park offers a more creative way of saying ‘goodbye’.

Adlington Memorial Park is not only an idyllic spot in the middle of the Cheshire countryside it’s also a tranquil place for reflection.

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Christmas is coming early to Tatton Park with the return of the Foodies Festival

The country’s largest food and drink event offers early festive treat for Cheshire foodies

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Theatre review - Matilda The Musical, Palace Theatre, Manchester

While it’s unlikely Miss Trunchbull’s school, Crunchem Hall, will earn itself any Ofsted awards, Matilda The Musical is easily top of the class.

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Enjoy your local countryside walks on National GetOutside Day with free month’s subscription to OS Maps

The first ever National GetOutside Day takes place on Sunday 30 September with the aim of getting 1 million people active outdoors across the UK.

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Win a spa break at a luxury country hotel in the Peak District

One lucky Cheshire Life reader will win a spa break for two at Losehill House in Derbyshire. Second prize is a fabulous dinner for two at Grafene.

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The Shippon launch party, Eyton, Wrexham

Visitors enjoyed imaginative canapes and cocktails as they partied at the stunning restaurant which has transformed a former dairy shed on a luxury holiday park.

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Restaurant review - Little Lanka, Stockport

Digest this mini review in 60 seconds

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Take the first steps to recovery from addictions at Parkland Place in North Wales

Parkland Place, recently opened in Colwyn Bay to offer residential therapy to people struggling with addictions, could be the perfect place to launch your recovery and get your life back on track

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George Mathias - running with celebrities for charity

A 12-year-old from St Helens has gone the extra mile to say thank you to hospital staff for saving his baby brother’s life.

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Party Gras in Nantwich raises funds St Luke’s Hospice

Party Gras brought the colour and excitement of the Brazilian carnival to Cheshire

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Restaurant review - Parea, Alderley Edge

Parea in Alderley Edge serves up an all-day menu, a lively atmosphere, a soupçon of glamour and there’s not a tasting menu in sight.

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What is it about Hale and Hale Barns that makes them a property hot spot?

Want a des res in Hale or Hale Barns? You are not alone. Why is this such a sought-after area?

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RIXO - how the cult fashion brand was inspired by the vintage markets of Cheshire

The founders’ passion for scouring antiques fairs and car boot sales proved the inspiration behind their brand.

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Winter Dreams ball in Knutsford to commemorate East Cheshire Hospice’s 30th anniversary

This year’s Winter Dreams ball at the Mere Golf Resort and Spa in Knutsford is set to be a night to remember.

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Halloween at Stockley Farm Park – Fiendish fun on the farm for all the family

We’ve a Spooktacular Halloween in store for you this October

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Why the Wirral is fast becoming a foodie scene

The local produce and rising number of eateries deserve closer examination

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2018 Cheshire Life Food and Drink Awards, Carden Park

Raise your glasses to the winners of the Cheshire Life Food and Drink Awards. They celebrated in style at Carden Park

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Enchanted Charity Ball, Chester Grosvenor Hotel

The event raised an overall total of £13,000 for Cancer Research.

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The story behind Making an Entrance UK - the online flower boutique

Wendy Radley looks back on an eventful first year of trade for the online flower boutique.

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2018 Azure Summer Ball raises £35,000 for charity

This was Azure’s fifth charity ball supporting four charities: Clatterbridge Cancer Charity, Claire House Hospice, Amy & Friends and the Jordan Pruden Trust Fund.

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2018 Nantwich Show - photo special

The crowds gathered for all the fun of the Nantwich Show

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Cheshire walk - Lymm and Thelwall

This month’s walk takes us from Lymm to Thelwall and back, calling at a unusual ferry port.

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Spa review - The Spa at Cottons Hotel, Knutsford

It’s all change at the Cottons Hotel in Knustford

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Cransley School 2018 summer soiree and leavers’ ball

Around 130 guests, including pupils, parents and teachers attended in support of Cransley School.

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How a Chester vet is treating hyperthyroidism in cats with radio iodine therapy

A Chester-based vet has an almost purrfect solution to a health problem afflicting many an otherwise happy pet, writes Janet Reeder.

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Festive Flowers and Events charity lunch in aid of The Christmas Foundation

The event took place at The Florist restaurant in Liverpool

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8 great days out in Cheshire’s country houses

Our county boasts a whole host of historic properties, each complete with fascinating stories, beautiful grounds and lavish interiors.

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Louise Minchin on celebrating her 50th birthday

The popular Chester-based BBC presenter reaches the big 5-0 this month. But she’s not marking it in the usual way...

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Barbados Cocktail Specials at Marigot Bay Bar and Cafe

Enjoy our September specials, this month we travel to Barbados!

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Whitmore & White - award-winning wine merchant opens Chester branch

The shop on Godstall Lane becomes the company’s fourth location in Cheshire and Wirral.

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6 great walks near Wilmslow

Wilmslow is one of the most desirable places to live in the region. Is it because of the beautiful countryside that surrounds it? These walks that are all within a five mile radius of the suburb suggests it could be the case.

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2018 Carfest North - photo special

Bolesworth Castle was once again home to Carfest North, hosted by Warrington-born Radio 2 DJ Chris Evans.

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The 2018 RHS Flower Show Tatton Park - photo special

Fragrant flowers, fabulous garden designs and some poignant exhibits meant the 20th RHS Tatton Flower Show was blooming marvellous

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Cheshire Life Luncheon - One Eighty restaurant, Pinewood Hotel, Handforth

Colin Starkey and his team created a memorable lunch at the Pinewood Hotel’s One Eighty restaurant in Handforth

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International Olympiad accolades for Withington Girls’ School students

Sasha Geim, a Withington Girls’ School A-Level student, has earned a gold medal and contributed to a record-breaking achievement by the UK team at the 50th International Chemistry Olympiad, held in Prague and Bratislava over the summer.

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Sir Tom Jones performs at Chester Racecourse

An unforqettable eveninq of entertainment as Sir Tom Jones Performs to a crowd of over 12.000 at Chester Racecourse

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Back to school shopping

Back to school shopping has arrived and paid little heed to your monetary circumstance everybody needs to save money. The normal family is will spend over £500 on back to school spending as indicated by a few overviews as of late taken. Hairstyles, school supplies, fabrics, shoes and significantly more are all on the rundown. Families have started shopping significantly sooner than previously, starting as ahead of schedule as of July. More than 25% of family units are shopping on the web as delivery is regularly the following day and costs can be much lower. Here are a couple of tips on how you can save money on your back-to-school shopping!

Back-to-school season can bring guardians either fear or energy. It truly relies upon whether they arranged for it or not. One of the top things on their schedule is as a rule back-to-school shopping. Who might need to wrestle through swarmed bookstores and retail chains with every one of the children in tow? While it’s something very inescapable, guardians can more readily get ready for back-to-school shopping and lower their feelings of anxiety in the event that they consider a portion of the tips beneath.

Have a particular rundown of what is required preceding starting your shopping. In-store shopping amid the back-to-school surge is outfitted towards drive purchasing and putting the superfluous in the truck. On the off chance that conceivable shop without the children or shop online for what you particularly require. Internet shopping ordinarily can help with sparing a remarkable measure of money.

In the wake of accumulating a rundown of what is required to start the shopping at home. See what supplies regardless you have from a year ago. Stock up with provisions toward the finish of each school season. Estimating tends to pull back massively. Consider holding up till the start of October you’ll see an expansive abatement in cost as the back-to-school surge is finished. Just buy important supplies for an initial couple of long stretches of school and then start the shopping in October. Regularly you may discover that all the required supplies weren’t generally required.

Set a strict spending plan and if shopping with the youngsters incorporates them on the sum every ha to spend. Clarify that acquiring required supplies is need stanza buying what truly probably won’t be required. Families with numerous kids ought to think about buying in mass. Pens, pencils, notepads and more can be acquired in the event that amounts to save considerably more. Family units without numerous youngsters consider buying with different companions bigger amounts and part merchandise obtained.

Turn into an aficionado of the stores you shop with on Facebook the same number of will have exceptional deal costs for fans. Agree to accept pamphlets for coupons from stores you shop with. Buy quality section the most reduced cost. The most minimal cost thing can every so often add to your total yearly cost in the event that you have to reliably supplant because of breaking. Folios are normal for having issues because of low quality, as are pens.

Understudies buying course books should scan for tried and true online destinations. Reserve funds by shopping on the web can be as much as 85% contrasted with understudy school stores. Buy must have supplies before the season starts like calculators, backpacks and other ensured buys. These have a tendency to have the greatest check-ups due to their need. In end, it’s not difficult to save money on school supplies by following a portion of the previously mentioned recommendations.

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2018 National 4 Goal Championship, Cheshire Polo Club, Tarporley

A day combining idyllic weather and action on the field was enjoyed by over 100 guests at Cheshire Polo Club in Tarporley

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Dream properties - Delamere Lodge, Oakmere

This grand lodge in wooded grounds benefits from historic charm and modern amenities

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How Wildlife Trusts secure and sustain the future of our country’s wildlife

Local Wildlife Sites cover about six per cent of the county and are vital to many declining species and habitats. Cheshire Wildlife Trust’s Rachel Giles explains the threats they face

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