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Which aspects of the job do you enjoy most?Advocacy. It is a barristers most powerful and persuasive weapon. There is nothing like looking a jury in the eye and knowing that you are winning them over. Which aspects do you find most challenging?Cross-examining young or vulnerable witnesses. No-one, however professional and emotionally detached they are, derives pleasure from pursuing a line of questions which will upset witnesses. It is, however, a necessary part of my job. Any particular career highs or lows?A high point was a closing speech I gave recently at the conclusion of a three-month trial. The jury applauded and acquitted my client. The other eight defendants were convicted. A low point was when I failed to persuade Prosecution counsel to drop a serious allegation against my client, who was terminally ill. The client died before the Prosecution realised there was no case to answer against him. What are the particular challenges facing women who work in your profession?The Bar has changed dramatically, even in the last twenty years or so. When I started out, female barristers were not allowed to wear trousers in court! Fewer than 20% of applicants for silk are women and those appointed to judicial office are still outnumbered by men. However, that will change as the numbers balance out; there are, in fact, now more women joining my profession than men.

The challenges I face are, I suspect, no different to those faced by other professional women: work-life balance. This is not a nine-to-five job. So much of my work is done in the evening, at the weekend and even when supposedly on holiday, that it is often difficult to strike a sensible balance, particularly once you throw children into the equation. The love of a good and supportive husband helps. As do my parents, without whom Id be lost!Which are your favourite Didsbury places?The Alpine Garden in Fletcher Moss. I used to play hide and seek there when I was little. I love to go for walks by the Mersey, culminating in a cake at the caf in Fletcher Moss. What is your earliest memory?Running away to Didsbury village or de willage as I used to call it when I was about three. A neighbour found me and took me home. Id got as far as Bamford Grove. What makes you happy?Swimming in turquoise sea, with the sun beating down on my face, whilst sipping a rum punch. Your average Didsbury day, really! Complete the sentence, I love Didsbury because its my home. Always has been (leaving aside my dalliance with Yorkshire!) and always will be.

Leading criminal law barrister, Lisa Roberts QC (Lincoln House Chambers, Manchester) discusses work-life balance, women in the law and running away from home!

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Sometimes we need a small reminder of all the reasons to be proud of, and excited by, where we live. So many of us hop on a tram into town when what we want is right under our noses. The 2015 Didsbury Traders Association map is a great big foxy fold-out reminder, fully updated and much more comprehensive than its predecessor. 125 local businesses - what they offer, as well as how and where to find them - are featured, right across West Didsbury and Didsbury Village. Eating and drinking; shopping; finance and property; health and beauty; community, culture and online services: all listed to make life a little easier and a lot more local.You dont need us to remind you (but we will) that money spent in your area tends largely to stay there: whether thats in the form of reciprocal trade, employment and training opportunities, good schools or buoyant house prices. Its all connected: if we want where we live to stay vibrant, interesting and special, we need to support our local economy. Its about so much more than just money.This map has been an epic undertaking, with a cast of

hundreds, but the Traders Association would particularly like to thank Cllr Andrew Simcock, who co-ordinated the project on a voluntary basis; talented (and patient!) designer Tom Biddle; generous contributor Didsbury House Hotel, and indefatigable Trader Co-chairs Carol Thompson and Irene Bayliss. Youll find the 2015 TAG! local loyalty scheme cards in local shops this month too: look for the TAG! logos on the map and

take advantage of some exclusive Didsbury deals and discounts (see page 17).We love M20. We love our unique and eclectic range of independent businesses, our cherished green spaces, cultural events, sports and heritage.

Grab your map and get out there - finding, shopping, eating and playing Didsbury style!

Theres a 50 gift voucher from gorgeous gift and jewellery boutique Harriet & Dee, PLUS a 50 Didsbury Traders Voucher to be won in our February prize draw.

Pick up a copy of the map, find the Valentines heart next to the Mystery Shop (Need a clue? Its on the cobbles!). Clip the coupon below and post it in the Valentines

Competition box which youll find in the Mystery Shop! Over 16s only. Competition closes at 12.30 on Monday 16th February and the winner will be notified that same day.

Didsbury Juniors FCFog Lane, 07979 656666www.didsburyjuniors.com @djfc02

Didsbury Cricket Club860, Wilmslow Road, 0161 445 5347 www.didsburycc.com @didsburycc01

Didsbury Parsonage Trust& Civic SocietyThe Old Parsonage, Stenner Lane, 0161 445 7661www.didsburyparsonagetrust.org.uk @Parsonagetrust04

Didsbury Park Childrens CentreDidsbury Park, 0161 434 1601 www.manchester.gov 03

Didsbury Sports GroundSimon Field, Ford lane, 07442 507601 www.didsburysportsground.co.uk @DidsburySportsG05

PRAMACTIVE07713183522 www.pramactive.co.uk @pramactive

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tHE ALBERT CLUB39-41 Old Lansdowne Road, 0161 445 1056www.thealbertclub.co.uk @thealbertclub07

Gusto Bar & Restaurant756, Wilmslow Road, 0161 445 8209www.gustorestaurants.uk.com @gustodidsbury15

DIDSBURY TRADERSwww.didsburytraders.co.uk @didsburytraders02

Rcoffee of Didsbury43 Dene Road, 0161 448 9171www.rcoffee.co.uk @RCoffeeUK03

Short Cut Social07876 802794www.shortcutsocial.co.uk @shortcutsocial

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TOM BIDDLE DESIGN+PHOTOGRAPHY07989 430807www.tombiddle.co.uk @biddle_tom

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Greens43, Lapwing Lane, 0161 434 4259www.greensdidsbury.co.uk @greensveggie

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Pavillion CafThe Holt Pavilion, Didsbury Parkwww.didsburygoodneighbours.org.uk @pavilioncafe118

Pizza Express95, Lapwing Lane, 0161 438 0838www.pizzaexpress.com @pizzaexpressM2019

The Alpine Tea RoomThe Croft, Fletcher Moss Gardens, @alpinetearoom22

The Hub Vegetarian Caf37, Barlow Moor Road, 0161 434 6784www.healthy-spirit.com 24

The Stokers Arms655-657 Wilmslow Road, 0161 448 7941www.thestokersarmsdidsbury.co.uk @stokersarms29

Wine and Wallop97, Lapwing Lane, 0161 446 2464@wineandwallop30

Volta Eaterie & Bar167 Burton Road, 0161 448 8887www.voltafoodanddrink.co.uk @volta32

Zizzi700, Wilmslow Road, 0161 434 5923www.zizzi.co.uk @zizzididsbury

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The Station Bar682 Wilmslow Road, 07577 446801@stationdidsbury28

The Metropolitan2, Lapwing Lane, 0161 438 2332www.the-metropolitan.co.uk @MetDidsbury26

Refresh Caf10 Whitechapel Street, 0161 434 4590@refreshcafe10a20

Ashley Brown17, Warburton Street, 0161 445 0894@ashleybrownhair01

Maclure Didsbury Barbers26 School Lane, 0161 448 7536www.maclurebarbers.co.uk @macluredidsbury06

Village Physio & Sports Injury Clinic3 Warburton Street, 0161 448 7844 www.didsburyphysio.co.uk @didsburyphysio15

Wheeldon Opticians106, Palatine Road , 0161 445 4253www.wheeldon-opticians.co.uk 16

CashPoint724 Wilmslow Road, 0161 434 5841 www.cashpointdidsbury.com @Dids_Cashpoint

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Didsbury Fish Bar1 School Lane, 0161 445 4207 08

Art of Tea47, Barlow Moor Road, 0161 448 9323www.theartoftea.co.uk @artofteaUK

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Applebys Homemade English Refreshment21, Barlow Moor Road, 0161 448 7225www.applebys-hearty-refreshment.com @applebystweet 03

Bourbon & Black704, Wilmslow Road, 0161 448 0383www.bourbonandblack.co.uk @bourbonandblack 05

Evies Retreat115, Lapwing Lane, 0161 434 4400www.eviesbeauty.com @eviesretreat 03

Callaghans163 Burton Rd, 0161 434 4747www.callaghansltd.com @callaghanssell

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Lewis Phipps Property Management LtdNelson House, 15, Barlow Moor Road, 0161 448 2121 www.lewisphipps.co.uk 10

Salehs llp748, Wilmslow Road, 0161 434 9991 www.salehs.co.uk

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Alan Gregory Music&Musical InstrumentsXenon House, 10 School Lane, 0161 445 4466 www.alangregory.co.uk 02

Bisous Bisous663, Wilmslow Road, 0161 222 4480 www.bisousbisous.co.uk @_bisousbisous 04

Cocoa Cabana Chocolatiers128, Burton Road, 0161 282 5700www.cocoa-cabana.co.uk @cocoa_cabana 07

Co-operative Food175, Burton Road, 0161 434 2592www.co-operativefood.co.uk @thecooperative08

Drop the Boy73, School Lane, 0161 445 1918@droptheboy

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Evans1, Barlow Moor Road, 0161 445 2404www.evansofdidsbury.co.uk @evansofdidsbury

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Frames33 Lapwing Lane, 0161 445 2354www.framesdidsbury.com

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McQueen Independent 677, Wilmslow Road, 0161 446 1177@mcqindependent23

Orchard Interiors & Gifts 2 Warburton Street, 0161 434 6278www.orchardinteriordesign.com @orcharddidsbury26

Sterling Pharmacy 103, Lapwing Lane, 0161 445 3753www.sterlingpharmacy.com @DidsburyChemist09

The Flower Lounge 98, Barlow Moor Road, 0161 446 2556www.didsburyflowerlounge.co.uk @flower_lounge31

The Picture House 47 Barlow Moor Rd 07738 068030www.manchesterpictureframing.co.uk 32

The White Closet 204, Burton Road, 0161 445 5678www.thewhitecloset.co.uk @thewhitecloset33

Victoria Highf ield Jewellers 735, Wilmslow Road, 0161 434 8111www.victoriahighfield.com @vhjewellers34

Oxfam 778/780, Wilmslow Road, 0161 434 5380www.oxfam.org.uk @oxfamdids

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Reserve Wines 176, Burton Road, 0161 438 0101www.reservewines.co.uk @reservewinesuk28

Fusion Deli109, Lapwing Lane, 0161 438 0404www.fusiondeli.co.uk @fusiondeli

18Montrose Properties20a, Lapwing Lane, 0161 445 7000 www.montroseproperties.co.uk @montroseprops 11

Chalk Bar and Grill784-788, Wilmslow Road, 0161 445 1042www.chalkbar.co.uk @chalkbargrill 06

Folk Caf Bar169, Burton Road, 0161 445 2912 www.folkcafebar.co.uk @folkdidsbury12

Fosters Fish & Chips812 Wilmslow Road, 0161 445 4430 www.fostersfishandchips.com @fostersfish13

The Original Third Eye661 Wilmslow Road, 0161 446 2300 www.originalthirdeye.com 27

The Lime Tree8, Lapwing Lane, 0161 445 1217 www.thelimetreerestaurant.co.uk @thelimetreeres25

Didsbury Eyecare717 Wilmslow Rd, 0161 445 7668 www.didsburyeyecare.co.uk @DidsburyEyecare02

Susan Styles You07801 341526www.susanstylesyou.com @susanstylesyou

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HSBC760, Wilmslow Road, 0845 740 4404www.hsbc.co.uk @hsbc_uk_help

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Didsbury Lounge43, Barlow Moor Road, 0161 434 2408 www.didsburylounge.co.uk @didsburylounge09

Croma651a Wilmslow Road, 0161 445 6944www.cromapizza.co.uk @cromapizza

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Urban Grille671 Wilmslow Road, 0161 445 5111@urbangrilleuk31

Flanagans Gents Hairdressing804. Wilmslow Road, 0161 448 7400www.flanagansbarbers.com @flanagansbarber04

Squires BarberShop675 Wilmslow Rd, 0161 445 9111 www.squiresbarbershop.com @SquiresBarbers11

Toni&Guy737, Wilmslow Road, 0161 445 5466 www.toniandguy.com/salon/information/650 @ToniGuyDidsbury

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ABC Estates35 Barlow Moor Road, 0161 434 2000www.abc-estates.co.uk @ABCEstates1

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Jordan Fishwick757-759 Wilmslow Road, 0161 445 4480www.jordanfishwick.co.uk @jordanfishwick07

Dog & Partridge665/667 Wilmslow Road, 0161 445 5322 @DandPDidsbury10

Mud Crab Diner747 Wilmslow Rd 0161 445 2055www.mudcrabindustries.co.uk @MudCrab_Ind17

Mary and Archie200 Burton Rd, 0161 445 3130 @maryandarchie16

M J Leeming Opticians1A School Lane, 0161 445 530705

John Yates Hair & Beauty3, Old Oak St, 0161 445 0201www.johnyates.co.uk 07

Salon M20723 Wilmslow Road, 0161 445 6161www.salonm20.co.uk @salonm20

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Tyson Hair Design45 Barlow Moor Road, 0161 445 0899www.tysonhairdesign.co.uk @tysonhairdesign13

Barclays Bank753-755 Wilmslow Road, 0161 251 3605www.barclays.co.uk @barclaysonline02

JP & Brimelow748a Wilmslow Road, 0161 448 0622www.jpandbrimelow.co.uk @ jpandbrimelow08

Philip James Kennedy679 Wilmslow Road, 0161 448 1234www.philipjames.co.uk @pjkdidsbury12

Julian Wadden764b Wilmslow Road, 0161 434 4311www.julianwadden.co.uk @ julianwadden 09

Richmond Property3 Elm Grove, 0161 434 6666www.richmond-property.com 13

Tiger Property Partners722 Wilmslow Road, 0161 434 2444www.tigerproperty.co.uk 14

Wren Properties696 Wilmslow Road, 0161 434 5225www.wrenproperties.co.uk 15

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Manchester Language SchoolMoor Cottage, Grange Lane, 0161 448 8372www.manchesterlanguageschool.co.uk 05

Carringtons Wines688-690 Wilmslow Rd, 0161 446 2546 @carringtonsmcr06

E J MortEn Booksellers6 Warburton Street,0161 445 7629 15

Healthy Spirit37 Barlow Moor Road, 0161 434 6784 www.healthy-spirit.com 22

Harriet & Dee Jewellery Boutique9 Warburton Street, 0161 445 3821www.harrietanddee.co.uk @harrietanddee20

The Cheese Hamlet706 Wilmslow Road, 0161 434 4781 www.cheesehamlet.co.uk @cheese_hamlet30

Kip McGrath Education CentreFirst Floor, 31 Barlow Moor Road, 0161 434 0494 www.kipmcgrath.co.uk/didsbury 02

Peter Woolley Printers31 Barlow Moor Road, 0161 445 9607@pcwprinters_m2006

A sweet thought812b Wilmslow Road, 0161 434 2832 www.asweetthought.co.uk @asweetthought101

Co-operative Food756-758 Wilmslow Rd, 0161 445 6207www.co-operativefood.co.uk @thecooperative09

Fresh Save Fruit and Veg718 Wilmslow Road, 0161 448 729317

M&S Simply Food726-732 Wilmslow Rd, 0161 445 3508 www.marksandspencer.com @m_sdidsbury24

M.I.Cloud Informatics792 Wilmslow Road, 07928 772398www.micloud.co.uk @m_i_cloud_b_i03

Starjumper Social Media31 Barlow Moor Road, 07543 933660 www.starjumpersocialmedia.wordpress.com @starjumpermedia08

Didsbury Jewellers724 Wilmslow Road, 0161 434 5841 www.cashpointdidsbury.com10

Giddy Goat Toys2 Albert Hill Street, 0161 4451097 www.giddygoattoys.co.uk @giddygoattoys19

Nest Interiors6, Albert Hill Street, 0161 448 9999 www.nestinteriorsdidsbury.com @nestdidsbury25

Mailboxes Etc792 Wilmslow Road, 0161 445 0444 www.mbe.co.uk/manchesterdidsbury @didsburyprint04

The Robins Voice Holistic Vocal Academy33 Barlow Moor Rd, 07944 681 904www.therobinsvoice.com 09

Boots the Chemist736-740 Wilmslow Rd, 0161 445 4285www.boots.com 05

Didsbury Village Bookshop47 Barlow Moor Road, 0161 438 0211 @web_master_dave11

Sew-In of Didsbury741 Wilmslow Road, 0161 445 5861www.myknittingyarnandwool.co.uk 29

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Fletcher Moss1 William St, 0161 438 0073 www.hydesbrewery.com @thefletchermoss11

Airyfairy Cake BoutiqueWe have a gorgeous vintage Cake Boutique at the Airyfairy HQ. Here youll find our cupcakes, cakes, cakepops and brownies.We offer the best Afternoon Tea, freshly ground coffee, and milkshakes. 24 School Lane, 07791 850641 www.airyfairycupcakes.co.uk @airyfairycakes

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ALBERTS DIDSBURYBusy West Didsbury restaurant & bar serving modern british food in a contemporary environment. Join us for something to eat or just a drink in our buzzing bar.120 Barlow Moor Road0161 434 8289www.albertsdidsbury.com@Alberts_Dids

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Andrew Graham ShoesWelcome to Andrew Graham Shoes. We are an independent shoe retailer and offer an extensive range of attractive and stylish footwear that you wont find elsewhere on the high street.673 Wilmslow Road, 0161 445 8243 www.andrewgrahamshoes.co.uk @agshoes

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Didsbury MagazineEst in 2002 wed love to hear from you. Get in touch 0161 445 2883 visit us online www.salutions.co.uk 99 The Old Bank, 0161 445 2883 www.salutions.co.uk @didsburymagazin

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Earle & Ginger KitchensEarle and Ginger give a bespoke, professional, personal kitchen design service at a competitive price.680, Wilmslow Road, 0161 434 4354www.earleandginger.co.uk@earleandginger

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Social CircleSocial Circle is Manchesters Social & Activity Network that connects like-minded people through fun local events. Get a FREE local event @SocialCircleMcr07845 529538www.social-circle.co.uk @SocialCircleMcr

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Community IndexDelivered to 10,000 homes and community settings. Community Index is a magazine that champions local people and independent businesses. We celebrate what makes Didsbury special.149 Ayres Road, 07875 895604www.communityindex.co.uk @communityindex

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The Tinned SnailAttractive, fun mugs & coasters featuring your area, name, or anything! Ideal gifts for all occasions. One offs or large quantities for weddings, corporate gifts etc.07970 501149www.tinnedsnail.co.uk @tinnedsnail

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Harriet & DeeAward winning Gift & Card Specialist on the cobbled street that is the jewel in Didsburys crown8 Warburton Street 0161 438 2500www.harrietanddee.co.uk @harrietanddee

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SoLiTaSolita Restaurants are famous for their burgers and great grill menu and have been listed in the Good Food Guide for the last two years.

10-12 Warburton Street, 0161 434 4884 www.solita.co.uk @solitaNQ

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The DeliThe Deli brings a touch of southern Europe to Didsbury. We offer a tantalising taste of Italy, bringing together regional delicacies and fresh Italian dishes.

754 Wilmslow Road, 0161 434 4084www.thedelididsbury.co.uk @delididsbury

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David ParishDidsbury Business Centre, 137 Barlow Moor, Road www.sjpp.co.uk/davidparish 0161 438 1156

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On behalf of Didsbury Traders Association, welcome to our second, and much extended edition of the Didsbury map. With more members and the very generous support of Didsbury House Hotel, our map has been self-funding this year. Special thanks to Councillor Andrew Simcock for for all the time he has volunteered as co-ordinator to the project doing the legwork and visiting hundreds of Didsbury businesses, Tom Biddle our talented designer and Co- Chairs Carol Thompson (Didsbury TAG! Loyalty Scheme) and Irene Bayliss (Harriet and Dee) All those featured on the map are members and in partnership with a committed network of Didsbury Community groups, local representatives and Manchester City Council, we aim together to make Didsbury a vibrant, attractive, modern urban village extending a warm and friendly northern welcome to all.

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EAT AND DRINKAiryfairy Cake BoutiqueALBERTS DIDSBURYApplebys Homemade English RefreshmentArt of TeaBourbon & BlackChalk Bar and GrillCromaDidsbury Fish BarDidsbury LoungeDog & PartridgeFletcher MossFolk Caf BarFosters Fish & ChipsGreensGusto Bar & RestaurantMary and ArchieMud Crab DinerPavilion CafPizza ExpressRefresh CafSoLiTaThe Alpine Tea RoomThe DeliThe Hub Vegetarian CafThe Lime TreeThe Metropolitan The Original Third Eye The Station Bar The Stokers Arms

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Didsbury Juniors FCFog Lane, 07979 656666

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Didsbury Cricket Club860, Wilmslow Road, 0161 445 5347

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Didsbury Parsonage Trust& Civic Society

The Old Parsonage, Stenner Lane, 0161 445 7661

www.didsburyparsonagetrust.org.uk @Parsonagetrust04

Didsbury Park Childrens CentreDidsbury Park, 0161 434 1601

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Didsbury Sports GroundSimon Field, Ford lane, 07442 507601

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PRAMACTIVE07713183522 www.pramactive.co.uk @pramactive 06

tHE ALBERT CLUB39-41 Old Lansdowne Road, 0161 445 1056

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Gusto Bar & Restaurant756, Wilmslow Road, 0161 445 8209

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Rcoffee of Didsbury43 Dene Road, 0161 448 9171

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Short Cut Social07876 802794www.shortcutsocial.co.uk @shortcutsocial 04

TOM BIDDLE DESIGN+PHOTOGRAPHY07989 430807www.tombiddle.co.uk @biddle_tom 08

Greens 43, Lapwing Lane, 0161 434 4259www.greensdidsbury.co.uk @greensveggie 14

Pavillion CafThe Holt Pavilion, Didsbury Park

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Pizza Express95, Lapwing Lane, 0161 438 0838

www.pizzaexpress.com @pizzaexpressM20 19

The Alpine Tea RoomThe Croft, Fletcher Moss Gardens,

@alpinetearoom 22

The Hub Vegetarian Caf37, Barlow Moor Road, 0161 434 6784

www.healthy-spirit.com 24

The Stokers Arms655-657 Wilmslow Road, 0161 448 7941

www.thestokersarmsdidsbury.co.uk @stokersarms 29

Wine and Wallop97, Lapwing Lane, 0161 446 2464

@wineandwallop 30

Volta Eaterie & Bar167 Burton Road, 0161 448 8887

www.voltafoodanddrink.co.uk @volta 32

Zizzi 700, Wilmslow Road, 0161 434 5923www.zizzi.co.uk @zizzididsbury 33

The Station Bar682 Wilmslow Road, 07577 446801

@stationdidsbury 28

The Metropolitan2, Lapwing Lane, 0161 438 2332

www.the-metropolitan.co.uk @MetDidsbury 26

Refresh Caf10 Whitechapel Street, 0161 434 4590

@refreshcafe10a 20

Ashley Brown17, Warburton Street, 0161 445 0894

@ashleybrownhair 01

Maclure Didsbury Barbers26 School Lane, 0161 448 7536

www.maclurebarbers.co.uk @macluredidsbury 06

Village Physio & Sports Injury Clinic

3 Warburton Street, 0161 448 7844

www.didsburyphysio.co.uk @didsburyphysio 15

Wheeldon Opticians106, Palatine Road , 0161 445 4253

www.wheeldon-opticians.co.uk 16

CashPoint724 Wilmslow Road, 0161 434 5841

www.cashpointdidsbury.com @Dids_Cashpoint 04

Didsbury Fish Bar1 School Lane, 0161 445 4207 08

Art of Tea47, Barlow Moor Road, 0161 448 9323

www.theartoftea.co.uk @artofteaUK 04

Applebys Homemade English Refreshment

21, Barlow Moor Road, 0161 448 7225

www.applebys-hearty-refreshment.com @applebystweet 03

Bourbon & Black704, Wilmslow Road, 0161 448 0383

www.bourbonandblack.co.uk @bourbonandblack 05

Evies Retreat115, Lapwing Lane, 0161 434 4400

www.eviesbeauty.com @eviesretreat 03

Callaghans163 Burton Rd, 0161 434 4747

www.callaghansltd.com @callaghanssell 03

Lewis Phipps Property Management Ltd

Nelson House, 15, Barlow Moor Road, 0161 448 2121

www.lewisphipps.co.uk 10

Salehs llp748, Wilmslow Road, 0161 434 9991

www.salehs.co.uk 07

Alan Gregory Music&Musical Instruments

Xenon House, 10 School Lane, 0161 445 4466

www.alangregory.co.uk 02

Bisous Bisous663, Wilmslow Road, 0161 222 4480

www.bisousbisous.co.uk @_bisousbisous 04

Cocoa Cabana Chocolatiers128, Burton Road, 0161 282 5700

www.cocoa-cabana.co.uk @cocoa_cabana 07

Co-operative Food175, Burton Road, 0161 434 2592

www.co-operativefood.co.uk @thecooperative 08

Drop the Boy73, School Lane, 0161 445 1918

@droptheboy 12

Evans 1, Barlow Moor Road, 0161 445 2404www.evansofdidsbury.co.uk @evansofdidsbury 14

Frames 33 Lapwing Lane, 0161 445 2354www.framesdidsbury.com 16

McQueen Independent 677, Wilmslow Road, 0161 446 1177

@mcqindependent 23

Orchard Interiors & Gifts 2 Warburton Street, 0161 434 6278

www.orchardinteriordesign.com @orcharddidsbury 26

Sterling Pharmacy 103, Lapwing Lane, 0161 445 3753

www.sterlingpharmacy.com @DidsburyChemist 09

The Flower Lounge 98, Barlow Moor Road, 0161 446 2556

www.didsburyflowerlounge.co.uk @flower_lounge 31

The Picture House 47 Barlow Moor Rd 07738 068030

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The White Closet 204, Burton Road, 0161 445 5678

www.thewhitecloset.co.uk @thewhitecloset 33

Victoria Highf ield Jewellers 735, Wilmslow Road, 0161 434 8111

www.victoriahighfield.com @vhjewellers 34

Oxfam 778/780, Wilmslow Road, 0161 434 5380www.oxfam.org.uk @oxfamdids 27

Reserve Wines 176, Burton Road, 0161 438 0101

www.reservewines.co.uk @reservewinesuk 28

Fusion Deli109, Lapwing Lane, 0161 438 0404

www.fusiondeli.co.uk @fusiondeli 18

Montrose Properties20a, Lapwing Lane, 0161 445 7000

www.montroseproperties.co.uk @montroseprops 11

Chalk Bar and Grill784-788, Wilmslow Road, 0161 445 1042

www.chalkbar.co.uk @chalkbargrill 06

Folk Caf Bar169, Burton Road, 0161 445 2912

www.folkcafebar.co.uk @folkdidsbury 12

Fosters Fish & Chips812 Wilmslow Road, 0161 445 4430

www.fostersfishandchips.com @fostersfish 13

The Original Third Eye661 Wilmslow Road, 0161 446 2300

www.originalthirdeye.com 27

The Lime Tree8, Lapwing Lane, 0161 445 1217

www.thelimetreerestaurant.co.uk @thelimetreeres 25

Didsbury Eyecare717 Wilmslow Rd, 0161 445 7668

www.didsburyeyecare.co.uk @DidsburyEyecare 02

Susan Styles You07801 341526www.susanstylesyou.com @susanstylesyou 10

HSBC 760, Wilmslow Road, 0845 740 4404www.hsbc.co.uk @hsbc_uk_help 06

Didsbury Lounge43, Barlow Moor Road, 0161 434 2408

www.didsburylounge.co.uk @didsburylounge 09

Croma 651a Wilmslow Road, 0161 445 6944www.cromapizza.co.uk @cromapizza 07

Urban Grille671 Wilmslow Road, 0161 445 5111

@urbangrilleuk 31

Flanagans Gents Hairdressing804. Wilmslow Road, 0161 448 7400

www.flanagansbarbers.com @flanagansbarber 04

Squires BarberShop675 Wilmslow Rd, 0161 445 9111

www.squiresbarbershop.com @SquiresBarbers 11

Toni&Guy737, Wilmslow Road, 0161 445 5466

www.toniandguy.com/salon/information/650 @ToniGuyDidsbury 12

ABC Estates35 Barlow Moor Road, 0161 434 2000

www.abc-estates.co.uk @ABCEstates1 01

Jordan Fishwick757-759 Wilmslow Road, 0161 445 4480

www.jordanfishwick.co.uk @jordanfishwick 07

Dog & Partridge665/667 Wilmslow Road, 0161 445 5322

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Mud Crab Diner747 Wilmslow Rd 0161 445 2055

www.mudcrabindustries.co.uk @MudCrab_Ind 17

Mary and Archie200 Burton Rd, 0161 445 3130

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M J Leeming Opticians1A School Lane, 0161 445 5307 05

John Yates Hair & Beauty3, Old Oak St, 0161 445 0201

www.johnyates.co.uk 07

Salon M20723 Wilmslow Road, 0161 445 6161

www.salonm20.co.uk @salonm20 08

Tyson Hair Design45 Barlow Moor Road, 0161 445 0899

www.tysonhairdesign.co.uk @tysonhairdesign 13

Barclays Bank753-755 Wilmslow Road, 0161 251 3605

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JP & Brimelow748a Wilmslow Road, 0161 448 0622

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Philip James Kennedy679 Wilmslow Road, 0161 448 1234

www.philipjames.co.uk @pjkdidsbury 12

Julian Wadden764b Wilmslow Road, 0161 434 4311

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Richmond Property3 Elm Grove, 0161 434 6666

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Tiger Property Partners722 Wilmslow Road, 0161 434 2444

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Wren Properties696 Wilmslow Road, 0161 434 5225

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Manchester Language SchoolMoor Cottage, Grange Lane, 0161 448 8372

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Carringtons Wines688-690 Wilmslow Rd, 0161 446 2546

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E J MortEn Booksellers6 Warburton Street,0161 445 7629 15

Healthy Spirit37 Barlow Moor Road, 0161 434 6784

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Harriet & Dee Jewellery Boutique9 Warburton Street, 0161 445 3821

www.harrietanddee.co.uk @harrietanddee 20

The Cheese Hamlet706 Wilmslow Road, 0161 434 4781

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Kip McGrath Education CentreFirst Floor, 31 Barlow Moor Road, 0161 434 0494

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Peter Woolley Printers31 Barlow Moor Road, 0161 445 9607

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A sweet thought812b Wilmslow Road, 0161 434 2832

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Co-operative Food756-758 Wilmslow Rd, 0161 445 6207

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Fresh Save Fruit and Veg718 Wilmslow Road, 0161 448 7293

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M&S Simply Food726-732 Wilmslow Rd, 0161 445 3508

www.marksandspencer.com @m_sdidsbury 24

M.I.Cloud Informatics792 Wilmslow Road, 07928 772398

www.micloud.co.uk @m_i_cloud_b_i 03

Starjumper Social Media31 Barlow Moor Road, 07543 933660

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Didsbury Jewellers724 Wilmslow Road, 0161 434 5841

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Giddy Goat Toys2 Albert Hill Street, 0161 4451097

www.giddygoattoys.co.uk @giddygoattoys 19

Nest Interiors6, Albert Hill Street, 0161 448 9999

www.nestinteriorsdidsbury.com @nestdidsbury 25

Mailboxes Etc792 Wilmslow Road, 0161 445 0444

www.mbe.co.uk/manchesterdidsbury @didsburyprint 04

The Robins Voice Holistic Vocal Academy

33 Barlow Moor Rd, 07944 681 904

www.therobinsvoice.com 09

Boots the Chemist736-740 Wilmslow Rd, 0161 445 4285

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Didsbury Village Bookshop47 Barlow Moor Road, 0161 438 0211

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Sew-In of Didsbury741 Wilmslow Road, 0161 445 5861

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Airyfairy Cake BoutiqueWe have a gorgeous vintage Cake Boutique at the Airyfairy HQ.

Here youll find our cupcakes, cakes, cakepops and brownies.We

offer the best Afternoon Tea, freshly ground coffee, and milkshakes.

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ALBERTS DIDSBURYBusy West Didsbury restaurant & bar serving modern british food

in a contemporary environment. Join us for something to eat or

just a drink in our buzzing bar.

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Andrew Graham ShoesWelcome to Andrew Graham Shoes. We are an independent shoe

retailer and offer an extensive range of attractive and stylish footwear

that you wont find elsewhere on the high street.

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Didsbury MagazineEst in 2002 wed love to hear from you. Get in touch

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Earle & Ginger KitchensEarle and Ginger give a bespoke, professional, personal kitchen

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Community IndexDelivered to 10,000 homes and community settings. Community

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The Tinned SnailAttractive, fun mugs & coasters featuring your area, name, or

anything! Ideal gifts for all occasions. One offs or large quantities

for weddings, corporate gifts etc.

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Harriet & DeeAward winning Gift & Card Specialist on the cobbled street that is

the jewel in Didsburys crown

8 Warburton Street

0161 438 2500www.harrietanddee.co.uk

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SoLiTa Solita Restaurants are famous for their burgers and great grill menu and have been listed in the Good Food Guide for the last

two years. 10-12 Warburton Street,

0161 434 4884 www.solita.co.uk

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The Deli The Deli brings a touch of southern Europe to Didsbury. We offer a tantalising taste of Italy, bringing together regional delicacies and

fresh Italian dishes.754 Wilmslow Road,

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On behalf of Didsbury Traders Association, welcome to our

second, and much extended edition of the Didsbury map.

With more members and the very generous support of Didsbury House

Hotel, our map has been self-funding this year. Special thanks to

Councillor Andrew Simcock for for all the time he has volunteered as

co-ordinator to the project doing the legwork and visiting hundreds of

Didsbury businesses, Tom Biddle our talented designer and Co- Chairs

Carol Thompson (Didsbury TAG! Loyalty Scheme) and

Irene Bayliss (Harriet and Dee)

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committed network of Didsbury Community groups, local

representatives and Manchester City Council, we aim together to make

Didsbury a vibrant, attractive, modern urban village extending a warm and

friendly northern welcome to all.

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gramme of events and sports, our heritage and local history...

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8If youd like to learn how to make lino prints (or screen prints) with the help of Ministry of Crafts expert tutor, Nell Smith, then sign up for a course. Find out more at www.ministryofcraft.co.uk

Decide on your design - we chose simple SAVE THE DATE lettering with a heart motif and the date.We used a biro to mark out the design on the surface of the lino, so we could see where to cut. If youre hand carving lettering and numbers then its important to remember to carve them back to front. The print that you take from your stamp will be a mirror image of your block.

Safety first - its worth noting that the lino cutting tools are very sharp and its easy to slip. Set yourself up so that you are cutting at a comfortable height on an even surface, and ALWAYS cut away from the hand or fingers that are steadying the lino. And even then, its probably best to have some plasters at the ready. This is crafting at its dangerous best!

Inking and printing - When you have your prints carved and ready you can crack open the stamp pads. Press the stamp onto the pad a number of times until you can see that the surface of your print is evenly covered with ink. Then place your stamp face up on a cutting mat, or clean flat surface, and carefully place your card over the top in the required position. You dont want to smear the ink on the card at this point, so take your time. We used a spoon to hand burnish over the top of the print with even pressure in small circular movements. Do this all over the print block (to take a nice even print) and then peel the card off and stand back to bask in your own awesomeness.

Roll with it - If you want to use ink from a tube, youll need a flat surface that you can roll ink out on with a roller. We used a Perspex sheet. When the ink is rolled out and is making a gentle hissing noise (rather than a sticky crackle) then you can use the roller to transfer the ink from the sheet onto the printing block. Roll in all directions to build up a good layer of ink. Then take your print as before, using the spoon to apply even pressure though the back of the card.

Patience is a virtue We printed all our SAVE the DATE lettering first with white ink. Then we waited for them to dry before printing the hearts in neon pink. Then we waited again for the pink to dry while we carved the date stamp. Overprinting the hearts with the date stamp can end in a mucky mess if you dont take your time and ensure every bit of ink is dry. The inks dry pretty quickly, so its not a big deal. Our top tip is to pass the time with a brew (or a gin if its past noon).

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Are you an incurable romantic with a love of everything hand-made? Planning something special in 2015? Share the love by making your own Valentines or save-the-date cards. Heres how, courtesy of our Friends at the Ministry of Craft.

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Didsbury Arts Festival is excited to announce that for the first time they will be commissioning five new works to headline the festival alongside their usual open submissions programme.Artists and performers are invited to take part in an exciting, new challenge at Didsbury Arts Festival 2015. This years festival (20 to 28 June) introduces the theme of In-Between Places to celebrate Didsburys unique position as both vibrant suburb and green retreat; an in-between place where city and country meet. Festival Director, Daniel Williamson: We are encouraging artists and audience to explore urban landscape and the sense of place in general, or specifically

in relation to Didsbury. We are interested in what it takes to escape from what H.G. Wells described as the whirlpool cities and explore hidden suburban gems.Following a break in 2014, DAF is back with a brand new look and under new leadership. Daniel Williamson replaces former DAF Director, Maria Stripling, who remains involved as Chair of the new DAF Board.Daniel said: This thriving community arts festival has gone from strength to strength since its inauguration five years ago. I am delighted to have joined the DAF team at such an exciting time and I look forward to contributing as DAF

continues to grow and develop.The artist submissions process is now open, with information and application forms available on the DAF website. The deadline for all artist submissions is 16 February 2015. Local organisations and businesses are also invited to support the event by providing venues or through sponsorship and donations of goods and services. Details are available on the website.Since its inception in 2009, DAF has become a key event in Didsbury, showcasing a huge range of local and national talent and attracting audiences of up to 5,000 across the local area.

Visit the new-look DAF website at: www.didsburyartsfestival.orgAnyone wishing to discuss ways

in which they would like to get involved should contact:

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Didsbury Arts Festival calls for Artists

New DAF Director, Daniel Williamson.

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Are you a tenor? Would you like to make great music with a small, but friendly choir?The Manchester Bach Choir is a mixed-voice chamber choir of around 30 members. A recent recruitment drive has helped boost numbers in all sections, but good tenors are still needed. They perform three concerts

a year at Emmanuel Church in Didsbury. Tackling a huge range of classical repertoire from Bernstein to Bach, they aim for high standards under the direction of their fantastic conductor, Jim Cooke.If youd like to try them out, please join them at one or two of their Tuesday rehearsals

(7.45 9.45 pm) at St Andrews Community Church, Hall Street, Offerton. No need to audition, although some previous singing or other musical experience would be helpful!

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Dreaming of summer afternoons spent in the garden... or lots of gardens?Theres no better way to spend an afternoon than in a beautiful garden... and as most of us are naturally nosey, especially when other peoples houses and gardens are involved! This might explain why open gardens events are such a big attraction. Or is it a love of an English Garden, good garden design, the wonderful perfume of summer blooms as you brush past them, or the tea and cakes? Whatever the reason, all over the UK this summer, gardeners will open their gates and visitors will show up in their thousands. The icing on the cake, and perhaps the best reason of all, will be the thousands of pounds raised for good causes.

On Sunday 14 June, Didsbury Open Gardens will see over twenty-five private and public gardens opening to raise money for charity, including St Anns Hospice. Weve raised over 45,000 to date, said Maria Stripling who started the event, and we are always looking for new gardens to open this year alongside past favourites. Local gardeners are encouraged to get in touch if they would like to be part of this lovely community event which is a highlight in the Didsbury calendar. Programmes will be available from early May. Email info@didsburyopengardens.org Visit the web site for news and to see photos from 2014; www.didsburyopengardens.org

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Northenden Players Theatre Club, Northenden Methodist Church Hall, Victoria Road, Northenden.Poirot stumbles on the murder scene of philandering physician, Dr John Christow, at a country estate in Agatha Christies intriguing mystery thriller. Not to be missed!Performances are: Sunday 1 February (7pm). Then Tuesday 3 to Saturday 7 February (performances start 7.30pm). There is no performance on Monday 2 February.For tickets (8) call: 0161 445 6868www.northendenplayers.co.uk

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Every area should have someone who writes about its past.In the case of Didsbury there have been quite a few. In the mid 19th century there was the Reverend John Booker who wrote A History of the Chapels of Didsbury & Chorlton in 1857.* It was one of a series he produced on the chapels around Manchester, and all of them have been plundered by historians ever since, because they not only contain accounts of the churches and chapels, but are a detailed history of each area. So, along with accounts of the people, there are vivid descriptions of the townships in the mid 19th century, with vast amounts of original documents.Not to be outdone, later in that century Fletcher Moss produced a wealth of material on Didsburys history.But today I want to concentrate on two books written in 1969 and 1976. Ivor R. Million published A History of Didsbury in response to requests to build on a lecture he gave on Didsbury in the Middle Ages, while Ernest France and T.F.Woodall added to the story with their own A New History of Didsbury.They come from that period when local historians in south Manchester were writing about the transformation of their villages and townships from rural communities to suburbs. In Chorlton there was John Lloyd and in Stretford there was Samuel Massey.**

In each case the knowledge of what had been was only just fading from living memory, but for those buying into the suburbs of south Manchester the revelation that there had been fields, farms and plenty of historic buildings was fascinating.Neither of these two books is over friendly. They are packed with detail and original material and both are less an engaging romp than a carefully researched source of information. One of their great strengths is that they drew on new information which had become available long after the works of Booker and Moss were published. Both also took the reader on a journey around the old township which, in the case of France and Woodall, added a collection of memories from people who had lived through some of the changes.Since then there have been a series of small booklets on aspects of Didsburys history and a picture book by Ernest France.***And now it is time for a new book, which does not attempt to revisit or repackage what already has been published, but to do something slightly different.Didsbury Through Time, to be published later this year, chronicles the changes over the last century. Mixing old pictures of the place with new photographs and images by Peter Topping, it concentrates, also, on the people who lived there.So, along with Bertha, there are stories of the great and good

and the humble and industrious, ranging from Fletcher Moss, the historian and politician, to William Wrightham, cab driver and Mary Garside, the cook at the Priory.Many of the original pictures have been donated by local people and we would hope that there may be others who would like to become part of what we are doing by lending their photographs or even sharing their memories of Didsbury.* Booker John, A History of the Chapels of Didsbury & Chorlton, 1857, Chetham Society Manchester**Lloyd, John, The Township of Chorlton-cum-Hardy, 1972, Massey, Samuel, A History of Stretford, 1976***many of the booklets have been written by Diana Leitch and are aimed at guides to places of interest. Didsbury in Photographs by Ernest France was published in 1997.

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Book Review

Virginia Woolf described it as one of the few English novels written for grown-up people. Indeed, George Eliots masterpiece appeals to the modern sensibilities of todays reader for its anti-romantic standpoint and the complex psychologies of its protagonists. In offering a critique of the literary conventions employed by her contemporaries and of the limitations imposed on women in the nineteenth century, Eliot also shows herself to be ahead of her times. In Middlemarch, heroic aspirations are blighted and marriage, the happy-ever-after in most Victorian novels, is no bed of roses!

Set in a rural, Midlands community, just before the passing of the Great Reform Bill of 1832, Middlemarch explores the life of the English middle classes against a background of increasing industrialisation and social unrest. At the heart of the novel lie the parallel stories of Dorothea Brooke and the ambitious young doctor, Tertius Lydgate, who share a passion for knowledge and meaningful action. For both characters, youthful idealism is disappointed when they find themselves trapped in disastrous marriages. Dorothea is to be found sobbing bitterly on honeymoon with the dry-as-dust scholar, Edward Casaubon, whom she

initially mistakes for a latter-day Milton. Meanwhile, Lydgate finds himself fatally compromised as a result of his marriage to the charming, but shallow, Rosamund Vincy. Interwoven with these two central narratives are the concerns and mischief-making of the myriad characters that inhabit the rich tapestry of Eliots fascinating, fictional world. Review by Deborah Grace

Middlemarch: A Study of Provincial Lifeby George Eliot

Two Booker prizes and the attainment of national treasure status have not, thankfully, deterred Hilary Mantel from being a thorn in the side of the establishment. The outraged spluttering provoked in certain quarters by the title tale of this collection was no less enjoyable for being predictable! The story imagines the killing of Margaret Thatcher in 1983 by an IRA sniper, who uses the narrators bedroom window as vantage point. Throughout, Mantels trademark quirkiness is evident in the darkly comic exchange between captive narrator and would-be assassin: They call her the widowmaker.

Though not in this case. Poor bloody Denis, eh? Hell have to boil his own eggs now.Indeed, a macabre wit pervades many of the stories in this collection as Mantel holds a mirror to everyday life and, in the distorted reflection, reveals the horrors lurking beneath. There is a sense of things being badly awry in a world in which the boundary between real and imagined is blurred and protagonists are trapped in their solitary nightmares. In a stifling, Jeddah apartment a lonely British woman is confined by double doors of dark wood, heavy like coffin lids. A couple, at the start of their Greek Island holiday, become

complicit in a horrifying crime. Adultery has fatal consequences in The Long QT and an act of childhood transgression, committed during a long, hot summer, is recalled in Comma. Mantels formidable talents are fully engaged in these brilliant, subversive and gleefully nasty tales. Review by Deborah Grace

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A mild winter makes us gardeners a bit jumpy. Were excited to have been out and about over the winter months and looking increasingly forward to the growing season. Our sap is rising. But there is also a trepidatious nervousness about what the early spring could bring in terms of inclement weather, and what we could lose as a result. Im staying positive and hoping my Euphorbia mellifera makes it through another winter unscathed and that my tree ferns will produce furry knots of unfurled fronds in their crowns later in the spring. And so to the seed catalogues for optimistic (over) buying of dwarf veg for a few pots and some salad potatoes this year. Unwittingly Ive blundered into the annuals section and Im actually considering trying some from seed this year. Annuals have never been my thing, as I have a smallish garden with only one true sunny border and some dubious contenders for partial sun. I have grown the spider plant Cleome from seed before and the amazingly coloured Cerinthe major purpurascens (a colour not dissimilar to luminescent tie-dye), but it falls into the category of tinkering rather than full on propagation for successional planting. Im not promising to do any different this year, but I would like to embrace some choice annuals as yearly fillers to bring the excitement of change and renewal in contrast to the permanence of the perennial stayers. One such annual is the hardy annual umbellifer Ammi majus. Umbellifer describes the shape of the flowering part of the plant which will be flat or domed - in the case of Ammi majus, the umbels have individual, white lace-like flowers that mix well with other border perennials. Ammi visnaga is a denser, greener form that Im going to try this year (see www.sarahraven.com or Thompson and Morgan for seeds).I also fancy a variety of Cleome called Hairy Fairy for the name alone. Both these annuals can be sown in February inside, hardened off and then planted outside after threat of frost. Alternatively the Ammi can be sown directly into your chosen bed in April or May.

While there are plenty of seasonal offers as the New Year begins, now its February, most have disappeared faster than a snowball on a hotplate. A TAG! card offers good honest year-round value with local independent shops, bars, restaurants and services. Spend your time and money in Didsbury, with the people and businesses that make Didsbury such a nice place to be. Makes sense to us!Sip champagne at the Metropolitan for just 20, or enjoy complimentary Kir Royale on arrival at the Lime Tree. Shave big bucks off your food bills at Solita, Bourbon & Black and all sorts of eateries in-between. Then if youre feeling generous, there are discounts at the award-winning Flower Lounge and on gifts and jewellery at Harriet & Dee and Victoria Highfield. Wonderfully romantic, and yet satisfyingly cost-effective!Look for the TAG! logo in local shops or on the Didsbury Traders map (see page 7), pick up your card and be part of this brilliant Didsbury loyalty scheme. The card costs just 5, there are tons of special offers and its valid all through 2015. If your little card doesnt pay for itself inside a week or two, then you really should get out more!

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Bedians were at home for the Lancashire County Cup quarter-finals, taking on LALs Howe Bridge Mills in a game which had more twists and turns than the top performers in Strictly Come Dancing!The visitors showed their intent as they raced into a 2-0 lead with Bedians caught cold by their lively attackers.But the latter stages of the first half saw Bedians begin to dominate and they reduced the arrears before the break with a good strike from Alex Porter, who kept up his record of scoring in very game in the Bedians cup run.Bedians kept up the momentum in the second half creating plenty of chances and got their reward as Stuart Madew netted to level the scores, then Porter gave them the lead with a clinical spot kick, extending his scoring record to seven goals in the competition.

Howe Bridge showed great battling qualities and once more deservedly drew level.With the game looking to go to a penalty shoot-out, a superb finish from Matt Brady again put them ahead with two minutes left on the clock. But Howe Bridge caught Bedians napping and levelled from the kick off! This set up the penalty shoot out.Alex Porter and Matt Brady despatched their spot kicks with Howe Bridge missing one. Then

Bedians keeper, Toby Cordingley, who had made several top saves in the game, saved another spot kick to put Bedians into the driving seat. Robbie Brown and Stuart Madew kept their cool to make it 4-1. Now Bedians are in the last four, giving the league hopes of winning the trophy for the first time since 1974.

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Didsbury Sports Club was formed many years ago, when there was still a swimming pool at the Didsbury Campus. While it may no longer have a great sporting ethos, the club does enjoy a monthly ramble and a number of days out. It doesnt have a regular meeting place either, but keeps its members informed with newsletters.The club also organises visits

to theatres in the Manchester area, including The Lowry, Royal Exchange and Altrincham Garrick Playhouse. Travel is by coach from Didsbury Village and the next trip is to Bolton Octagon. There are also special excursions in the spring and the autumn each year: members have been backstage at the BBC in Media City and the Palace Hotel. A recent trip to Knutsford was a great opportunity to learn about the early

life of Victorian author Elizabeth Gaskell and see where she lived as a child.If you fancy getting out and about, meeting new people and making new friends, the club would love to you have you as a member! Contact the membership secretary, Miss Anne Seaston23 Wingate DriveDidsburyM20 2RTenclosing a cheque for 3 made payable to Didsbury Sports Club.

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Everyman Art Gallery is proud to curate Patrick Cunningham's Threads exhibition. 31st January - 4th Aprilwith a presentation from the artist on 7th February, 3-6pm.Waterside Arts CentreFree of charge

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A selection of work by Helena Hulova Louise NaimianRob JenkinsAndy MedinaThroughout February until the end of March, Everyman is exhibiting art for businesses, clubs and private collectors.Northern Tennis Club, Palatine Road

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Didsbury Life DrawingEveryman invites artists to join us in Didsbury every Wednesday, 7.30-9.30pm. Everyman Art Gallery, Parkeld Road South28 for a 4 session booking

Art Pop-Up Restaurant Coming to Everyman Art Gallery this February. A healthy combination of food and art! Visit our website for more information.Everyman Art Gallery, Parkeld Road South

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Clubs, Societies & GroupsActing For Fun Central, Didsbury 431 4794Didsbury Civic Society didsburycivicsociety.org.ukDidsbury Cricket Club didsburyccsports.co.ukDidsbury Good Neighbours Every Tues 10-11.45am coffee morning. Holt Pavilion, Didsbury Park 07749 504298 www.didsburygoodneighbours.org.ukDidsbury Ladies Probus Club Alternate Monday afternoons in East Didsbury. Joan Woodall 434 2532Didsbury Mens Probus Club Alternate Thursday mornings in East Didsbury. Bill Woodall 434 2532Didsbury Lawn Tennis Club Bob Peel, 445 0465 didsburyccsports.co.ukDidsbury Players celestaplayers.co.ukDidsbury Village East Residents Association dvera.co.uk Didsbury Village WI www.didsburywi.co.uk Dolls House and Miniatures Group 2nd Monday of each month, 8-10pm, Whalley Range Venue. Ann 07814 861285 Eat Green free cookery school, food bank, garden tool libraries and community growing activities. info@eatgreen.co.uk www.eatgreen.co.ukFord Bank Residents Association fordbankresidents.org.uk Frets community guitar and singing, Fridays at 10am 07759598973

Friends of Didsbury Park friendsofdidsburypark.co.ukFriends of Fletcher Moss Park Alan Hill 215 0971 awhill@globalnet.co.ukFriends of Marie Louise Gardens marielouisegardens.org.ukLipreading and Communication Skills classes Free to deaf people and their families and friends. Wednesdays 1 -3 pm at Mauldeth House 0161 832 0444 enquiries@manchesterdeafstudies.orgManchester JKF Karate Club Didsbury MMU Sports Centre, Tuesdays 8.30pm Ben Pollock, 07894108944Oneness Deeksha Meditation Saturdays 11am-12 at The Didsbury Parsonage. Donation 2 Christine 07734 072040Social Circle UKs BIGGEST Social & Activity Network dedicated to providing FREE events. social-circle.co.ukSouth Manchester Camera Club Mondays at 8-10pm, Didsbury Methodist Church smcc.org.uk Didsbury Over 50s Group 247 2323South Manchester U3A 1st Tuesday of the month 2pm, Emmanuel Church. Edna 434 2509West Didsbury Bookgroup Meets every four weeks at 7.30pm. Lively mixed group of all ages. Call 445 4483 leaving your name, address & landlineWest Didsbury Residents Association westdidsburyresidentsassoc@gmail.com westdidsbury.org.ukWithington Civic Society Roger Smith 445 1473 withingtoncivicsociety.org.uk

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Manchester Diabetes Support Network 860-5688 diabetesinmanchestersouth@gmail.com New Family Social UK charity for LGBT adopters, foster carers and their children. Meets every month in south Manchester. newfamilysocial.org.uk email: nwdevelopment@newfamilysocial.co.ukRethink Manchester Carers in Action www.rmcia.blogspot.co.uk 07757 082 976

Useful NumbersDidsbury Library 227 3755Environment on Call 954 9000Mersey Valley Countryside Warden Service 905 1100Manchester City Council 234 5000 Didsbury East Councillors Andrew Simcock cllr.a.simcock@manchester.gov.ukJames Wilson cllr.j.wilson@manchester.gov.ukBridie Adams cllr.b.adams@manchester.gov.ukDidsbury West CouncillorsJosie Teubler cllr.j.teubler@manchester.gov.ukCarl Ollerhead cllr.c.ollerhead@manchester.gov.ukDavid Ellison cllr.d.ellison@manchester.gov.ukLocal MPJohn Leech - MP8 Gawsworth Avenue M20 5NF Tel: 434 3334 johnleechmp@parliament.uk

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