Linking local business & community in Congleton

By Evolve Family Law Christmas should be all about festive fun, but for divorced or separated parents, the festive season can raise questions about where the children will spend Christmas Day and how to divide holiday time fairly. At Evolve Family Law, we believe that with careful planning, sensible legal advice, and a child-focused approach, parents can create contact arrangements that allow everyone to enjoy the season. Start the Christmas conversation early The biggest mis

By Mel, Bare Health As autumn arrives and the days shorten, there’s another seasonal change worth thinking about – our ability to make vitamin D naturally. Vitamin D is often called the sunshine vitamin because our skin makes it when exposed to UVB rays from sunlight. But here in the UK, the autumn and winter sun isn’t strong enough for our skin to make significant amounts for much of the year. And vitamin D is far more than a nutrient for bones. Your immune system needs it t

By Mark Edwardson I’m approaching a significant birthday. I know you’ll find this easier to believe than I’d like but this face is approaching sixty years old. And I know what you’re pondering, “Why is he lying about his age? Are they his own teeth? And is that thriving brush on his head a syrup?” I’m not saying. It’s good to maintain a bit of mystery in a relationship. But I admit my looming seventh decade has induced a deep sense of reflection. I’m just about Generation X.

By Larvin-Clegg Funeral Care Talking about your own funeral isn’t something that comes naturally to most of us. We spend our working lives helping families arrange funerals for people they love, but there’s a very different conversation that sometimes takes place in our funeral home: someone sitting down with us to talk about their own funeral. Often, it isn’t a sad conversation at all. It’s simply someone saying, “I don’t want my family having to make all these decisions whe

By Congleton Town Council Congleton Makers Market The Makers Market will bring a festive buzz to the town packed full of local gifts and Christmas goodies. Don’t miss the chance to shop on Saturday 28 November and Saturday 19 December (hop on board the free bus on Saturday 19th)! Christmas Comes to Lawton Street This year, Congleton’s Christmas celebrations are moving to Lawton Street and High Street, bringing a fresh festive feel to the town centre on Friday 27 November. Fro

By Cheshire East Council Cheshire East Council launched go-too, the new flexible bus service designed to help residents access shopping, healthcare, social activities and other everyday journeys while staying connected to their communities. The local transport service allows residents to book journeys via an app or telephone and is designed to complement existing public transport, particularly in areas where traditional bus services may be limited. go-too was first establishe

By Mark Edwardson Well, the long hot summer of 2026 is slowly fading from our memories like the tan lines on our skin. Those weeks of soaring temperatures and unbroken blue skies seem such a long time ago now don’t they? Blimey, Christmas never seemed so close. Now autumn is wrapping us in its golden gown and winter approaches I thought it timely to remind ourselves how our lovely little town looked in the height of summer. Congleton’s floral displays are nationally renowned.

By Katy O’Regan Sometimes a business begins with a carefully written business plan. Other times, it grows from personal experience and an unexpected change in direction. For Congleton-based husband-and-wife team Ian and Kerry, founders of Helping Hand Stairlifts, it was very much the latter. Their journey into the stairlift industry began during an incredibly difficult period for their family, after Ian’s dad was diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND). As his condition pr

Celebrating six years of collaboration, creativity, and distinctive artistic voices As summer turns to autumn, the Northern Girls artist collective warmly invites art lovers to their upcoming exhibition, taking place from Friday 2nd to Sunday 4th and Friday 9th to Sunday 11th October 2026, 10am–4pm, upstairs at Clonterbrook Gallery, Swettenham Heath, Cheshire. Northern Girls is a group of Cheshire-based professional artists comprising Allie Pottinger, Zelda Pickup, Alison Sta

By Evolve Family Law Parenting after separation is rarely simple. Even where parents respect one another’s parenting abilities, the difficulties of navigating new parenting routines, emotions, and expectations can feel overwhelming. The parenting plan A parenting plan is a structured agreement outlining how separated parents will raise their children. It isn’t just a parenting schedule. A plan can outline how parenting in two households will work so your children benefit from

By Katy O’Regan Independent family-run retailer The M6 Bed Warehouse has opened a new showroom in Macclesfield, marking the latest stage in a Cheshire business story spanning almost three decades. Situated opposite B&Q Macclesfield, the showroom is the company’s third location, joining its established stores in Alsager and Northwich. While M6 Beds is now firmly associated with beds, mattresses and sleep expertise, the family’s retail roots in Cheshire go back to the late 1990

By Mel, Bare Health As summer begins to gently give way to autumn, the changes around us can be surprisingly significant. The mornings become cooler, daylight gradually decreases and, after the long, lighter days of summer, our routines naturally begin to shift. But do we shift with them? For centuries, our lives were much more closely governed by the seasons. Summer was a time of activity and abundance, while autumn brought harvesting, preparation and gradually slowing down.

By Katy O’Regan When you’re dealing with pain or discomfort, knowing where to turn isn’t always straightforward. Chiropractor, osteopath, physiotherapist… the terms are often used interchangeably, but they don’t always mean the same thing. After speaking with the team at Spine Space in Congleton, I realised just how helpful it is to understand the differences, and similarities. At Spine Space, Hannah is an osteopath and Jeremy is a chiropractor, and interestingly, both were k

As a result of the recent news, we have received an extraordinary number of messages, and it has been incredibly moving to read so many heartfelt expressions of support. It means a great deal to everyone at Jodrell Bank to know how deeply people care about this remarkable place. The announcement that funding for the e-MERLIN radio telescope network will cease from the end of March 2028 is deeply disappointing. This is one element of a wider series of cuts to some areas suppor

By Saskia Lightburn-Ritchie, CEO of MyCWA (Cheshire Without Abuse) In the July edition, I wrote about the role workplaces can play in helping someone recognise that what they are experiencing may be domestic abuse. But recognition is only the beginning. Because eventually, someone may tell you. They might tell a manager they trust. A colleague. Someone in HR. They may disclose everything, or almost nothing. They might simply say things are difficult at home, that they are fri

By Evolve Family Law Planning for the future isn’t always easy, but it is one of the most important steps you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones. A Health and Welfare Lasting Power of Attorney is a legal document that ensures that, if you lose the ability to make decisions for yourself, someone you trust can step in and act in your best interests. What is a Health and Welfare LPA? A Health and Welfare LPA allows you to appoint one or more trusted individuals to

By Mel, Bare Health If you’ve spent even a few minutes on social media recently, you’ve probably come across someone talking about creatine. Once reserved for bodybuilders and gym enthusiasts, this humble supplement is suddenly everywhere. From podcasts and wellness influencers to healthcare professionals, creatine has become one of the hottest topics in health, and not just because it helps build muscle. So, what’s changed? The answer lies in the growing body of research sho

By Mark Edwardson Hollywood or bust! Oh yes, darlings! This month I’m full of theatrical bluster and voice projection. After being dormant for many years my acting career has been rekindled! OK - that’s a massive stretch and barely believable but I have been called upon to provide my services as a thesp. And it was either a case of playing to my strengths or being typecast. On an unbearably hot and humid summer morning the ‘phone rang. “Hello, it’s Claire. Are you busy?”, enq

By Julie Elizabeth Smalley Out and about this August? Lots here to discover, rediscover, or just take a good, closer look at. Buildings, streets, even spaces all tell their story. And it’s always fun to find out ‘stuff’ for yourself. First skill? Keen observation. Learn to spot any clues to history… then ask your questions. Incredibly, this is number 50 in a series exploring all things heritage in the local landscape. I’ve been amazed to find aspects of Congleton I hadn’t ima

By Jenny, Days Out and Meals Out Reviews Each summer, The Lambing Shed Farm Shop & Café in Knutsford transforms part of its barn into The Beach, providing families all the fun of the seaside without leaving Cheshire. With a huge indoor sandpit, plenty of seating for parents and a brand-new café, it’s the perfect place for little ones to play, whatever the weather. Whether you’re escaping a rainy day or looking for somewhere cool and shaded on a hot afternoon, this easy and re