Very special status for a very special place
One of our favourite Heatons pubs has been given listed building status. Heaton Norris’ Nursery Inn has been awarded Grade II status for its ‘special architectural status’. The pub was built in 1939 replacing a Victorian pub that had been next to a planting nursery (hence the name). According to English Heritage it’s one of only six 1930’s pubs to retain its original features. Not only … Read more...
Joint problems – how can exercise help?
By Stuart Smith - Personal Trainer sat Kingfisher Health Club Exercise is crucial for people with specific joint problems such as arthritis. It improves strength and flexibility around the affected joints, which helps to reduce pain and fatigue. Of course the thought of walking, cycling or swimming when you have painful joints may scare you….but consider this fact: Lack of exercise may … Read more...
Are you in the Green Lane Club?
What’s the greenest club in the Heatons? The Green Lane Club! After a visit to the Green Lane allotments, where children and teachers alike got the chance to meet the gardeners, pick the fruit, eat vegetables fresh from the earth and (best of all!) munch on luscious fresh strawberries, the reception class at Norris Bank Primary School were hooked on all things … Read more...
LADY MUCK – Potting Shed takes on a whole new meaning
By (Lady Muck) Catherine Saunders Am writing this from a secret bunker, deep beneath The Heatons. Have had to flee Muck Manor as am convinced police are looking for me. Left instructions for Lord Muck to join me when able to get away undetected. Am living on tomatoes, cucumbers and basil. Losing weight though (always nice!) Let me explain. It was a sunny morning in late August. I’d … Read more...
Finally changing with the times: A history of The Heaton Moor Conservative Club
By Susanna Yeomans In 2008 The Heaton Moor Conservative Club became 'The Moor Club'. Bowing to pressure to move with the times, it shed its political affiliations and male-only membership to merge with the nearby Reform (Liberal) Club and welcome women through its doors for very first time. For many years however the club had been a Conservative stronghold in the community. Built in … Read more...
Maximise Your Look with Clever Accessories
By Jen McKenna, Moo Boutique As with most things in life, the golden rule of accessorising is ‘less is more’ so don’t be tempted to gild the lily! Let’s look at just scarves & jewellery to get started. For both, the same rules apply: for maximum impact you need to get the proportions right and mix colours/materials. This will help to emphasise your best features and disguise … Read more...
Moor News
The Olympic flame route revealed
The Heatons will be playing its part in the 2012 Olympics this June and residents are all encouraged to share in the … [More...]
Stella Maris pupils reach new fundraising heights
Pupils at Stella Maris School were this week amazed to find out that pennies they have collected for Salford charity Caritas … [More...]
Issue 14 – Out now
Ah spring - finally. Not that it’s been a particularly long hard winter, but those first rays of golden sunshine make … [More...]
Please, Sir, I want some MOOR
As you read this, local girl Heather Dunwoodie from Heaton Norris will be taking a much deserved rest following her stint in … [More...]
Competitions
Win Tickets to see REAL DIAMOND at the Stockport Plaza, April 12th
The UKs top tribute to Neil, REAL DIAMOND, proudly present their special 2012 show - The JAZZ SINGER Tour. John Hylton and … [More...]
Win Tickets to Showaddywaddy at the Plaza
SHOWADDYWADDY have long been established as Europe's most successful exponents of retro-inspired rock & roll. The record … [More...]
Winning Time
Back in the December issue, Moor had teamed up with Victoria Highfield jewellers once more, to offer its readers the chance … [More...]
Stockport Express and Times reporter Kirsty Day holds a surgery at Heatons Library on the second Wednesday of each month. Go along for a chat with her and discuss local issues and concerns between 10.30am and 11.30am at the library on Thornfield Road.