East Cheshire Hospice Flower Arrangers are back!
The last volunteer team is now finally back at East Cheshire Hospice after the pandemic. Flower arrangers were the final helpers to return, more than two years after Covid-19 forced volunteers to be laid off. Reception staff had been among the first wave back, weeks after lockdown began in March 2020. Helena Smith, the Hospice’s […]
Adlington Tea Room Takeover is back for this summer!
Enjoy a leisurely Sunday afternoon tea room treat at Adlington Hall this summer and help East Cheshire Hospice. The charity’s volunteers are serving hot drinks and home-made cakes every Sunday between 2 pm and 5 pm until August 28. The only exception in July 24 when the venue is closed for a private event. All […]
John Jones Lifetime Achievement Award
Accordionist John Jones received the best possible present for his 80th birthday tomorrow (June 2) by collecting a lifetime achievement award. Macclesfield Town Council recognised his amazing efforts in raising around £330,000 for charity over more than 30 years. Cllr David Edwardes, in one of his final duties as Mayor, presented the award at East […]
The Queen’s Jubilee celebrations packs
Special Jubilee packs have been produced by East Cheshire Hospice to mark the Queen’s 70 years on the throne. Organisers of several street parties have already requested the limited-edition packs which contain Union Jack flags and bunting. The Hospice has more free packs to give away to help celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in style […]
Open your garden to support East Cheshire Hospice
Would you like to show off your garden to support East Cheshire Hospice? Green-fingered gurus are invited to share their passion for gardening with visitors. The Hospice will provide a fundraising pack to help home owners who join its Opens Gardens scheme. Last summer Bill and Julie North entertained visitors at their beautiful garden on […]
Pool challenge for East Cheshire Hospice
Friendly banter between pub regulars ended in a challenge match at pool with East Cheshire Hospice emerging the overall winners. Decorator Tim Lyne and window cleaner Tim Larson were having a joke over a pint at the Brewers Arms, Macclesfield, about their abilities at the pool table. There was only one way of finding out […]
Art Fair returns for 2022
Art Fair Cheshire returns soon, encouraging emerging artists and paying tribute to the rich textile heritage of Macclesfield and beyond. Familiar artistic favourites will also be showcasing their work at the biennial event which runs from Thursday, May 26, until Sunday, June 5, in the grand surroundings of Macclesfield Town Hall. Browsing exhibits at the 2019 Art […]
Music legend Noel Gallagher hit the right note for East Cheshire Hospice
Music legend Noel Gallagher hit the right notes for East Cheshire Hospice by donating one of his treasured possessions. His platinum disc for the iconic Oasis album Definitely Maybe was sold at auction for £3,750, with proceeds going to the charity. Oasis fan Neil Bromley, from Prestbury, generously bought the collectors’ item at a party […]
Mark Leah’s moustache journey
Growing a moustache is always a hairy experience for pilates teacher Mark Leah. That is because he usually gets a look of horror from family and friends when he unveils his latest design. They will be relieved Mark is staying clean shaven until he launches his next Movember charity challenge. It will be his 10th […]
Silktown Stitchers
Art work by the Silktown Stitchers has pride of place at East Cheshire Hospice. The group dedicated the colourful hanging to the memory of Jill Rowbotham, a much-loved member who died of cancer in March 2020. David Rowbotham and Alison Bettles with the art work by the Silktown Stitchers. Her husband David was present at […]