[ January 22, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Please refer to website for booking and further informationAberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen, ScotlandWeb: www.aberdeenartscentre.org.uk

When I wrote a few days ago about taking overseas visitors to the Brecon Beacons so they can see that the UK isn’t all suburbs, I received e-mails some saying no, visitors don’t think like that and others saying that the UK is often seen by the TV and films that are around. Time plays little part, some of you said, so people still think that the UK is like Upstairs Downstairs (even the new series) or Downton Abbey.

[ January 2, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] Christmas trails – follow our trails around the mill and gardenQuarry Bank MillStyalCheshireSK9 4LATel:01625 527468Email:quarrybankmill@nationaltrust.org.ukWeb:http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/events

[ January 22, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] This colourful re-enactment of the Battle of Nantwich has been celebrated by the townspeople of Nantwich since 1644!The town centre is filled with Roundheads, Cavaliers, camp followers, fire eaters and other entertainers of the period as the townspeople of Nantwich celebrate the relief of the Parliamentarian town from besiegement of the Royalist Army during [...]

[ January 14, 2011 9:00 am to January 16, 2011 5:30 pm. ] Stitch Plus is a small group of local textile artists who met while studying City and Guilds courses. They keep in contact with each other to explore and develop their varied interests in the field of stitch and textiles.This new exhibition showcases current work including hand and machine embroidery, layered and applied fabrics, felting, dyeing, [...]

[ February 27, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] Bound and Gagged Comedy presents Felix Dexter – Multiple Personalities in Order.Critically acclaimed for his character and performance on BBC2’s Bellamys People and the star of Radio 4’s Down The Line, Felix Dexter is on tour with his new stand-up and character show.Parr HallCultural QuarterWarringtonCheshireWA1 1BLTel:01925 442345Email:pyramid@warrington.gov.ukWeb:www.pyramidparrhall.com

[ January 5, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] Have a Dabble – A course of four art and craft taster sessions for adult beginners only. Our experienced art teacher will lead you through techniques. ?50. Call 01625 612045 to book and pay for your place (limited to 16 people).5th January, 12th January, 19th January and 26th January. 10am – 12noon and 1pm – [...]

[ January 31, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] Have you ever wanted to work in a professional kitchen and produce your own menu for your friends?Ever had a dream of running your own Restaurant?Have you seen Masterchef, Gordon Ramsay, Jamie Oliver or Saturday Morning Kitchen and thought you could do that easily???Well now is your chance….Residence Restaurant & Bar is launching a competition [...]

[ December 31, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] Creative Embroidery & Textile Art Classes
Classes are held on Mondays, taken by Ann Ford who can be contacted on 01625 560459.

These classes are for students of mixed abilities, from the complete beginner to the more experienced. Each student is encouraged to develop and share their skills, whilst choice of materials and styles are varied with [...]

[ February 25, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] Gillian Stapleton, the creative genius behind the costumes worn at The History Wardrobe presentations, gives a fascinating account of how she researches and creates the lovely replica corsets, costumes and bonnets worn by women (and a few men) from the 17th century onwards.2.30pmTickets ?6 (including a cup of tea) Call: 01625 575287 or 576402Bollington Arts [...]

[ January 6, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] Display of 40 illuminated Christmas trees to admire throughout Audlem Village Centre.Audlem Village CentreAudlemCheshireCW3 0ADEmail:editor@audlem.orgWeb:www.audlem.org

[ January 22, 2011 9:00 am to January 23, 2011 5:30 pm. ] Be a Silversmith for a Weekend with Angela Kennedy – New Course!Cabachon Setting & Piercing: This fabulous weekend course includes sterling silver, fine silver bezel wire, several gemstone cabochons of various sizes, example design templates, course information pack, use of all tools and equipment, refreshments and a buffet lunch on both days.The Potters BarnRoughwood [...]

[ January 27, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] Cradle To Rave is a musical journey, exploring the role music has played, and will play, at every stage of Lenny’s life from the womb to the tomb.Parr HallCultural QuarterWarringtonCheshireWA1 1BLTel:01925 442345Email:pyramid@warrington.gov.ukWeb:www.pyramidparrhall.com

[ December 31, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] Join the party as Macclesfield celebrates is 750th Charter.The Mayor of Macclesfield will start the celebrations in January. Confirmed events so far include: – an ?Ian Curtis? tribute concert in May- King Edward Music society event – The Barnaby Festival in June – a Rotary Medieval event in July at Gawsworth (750 archers gathered together)- [...]

[ December 1, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] Alsager Farmers Market – A variety of stallholders from handmade cards, local dairy ice cream, jewellery, fresh locally sourced vegetables, cakes and biscuits, cheese, meats and arts and crafts.2011 Dates: 15th January, 19th February, 19th March, 16th April, 21st May, 18th June, 16th July, 20th August, 17th September, 15th October, 19th November, 17th December.9.30am to [...]

[ March 10, 2011 9:00 am to March 31, 2011 5:30 pm. ] Born in Congleton in 1713, John Whitehurst was apprenticed to his father as a clock maker. However, it was in Derby that he made his name, being commonly known as John Whitehurst of Derby. Renowned not only for his skill as a clock and watchmaker, but as a scientist, astronomer, and geologist, Whitehurst was a [...]

[ January 4, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] See the stunning city of Chester as never before as you join a sky-bound flight on the 60 metre observation wheel as part of Chester Magic.Daytime views stretch from the Welsh hills to Beeston Castle, whilst night times see the city and further afield alive with twinkling lights.Castle SquareChesterCheshireCH1 2ANWeb:www.chestermagic.co.uk

[ February 28, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] **For further information please visit our new website www.ghostcity.co.uk**Take a night-time journey around the eerie haunts of Chester with your very own Ghosthunter Guide and hear spine-chilling tales of ghosts, ghouls and things that go bump in the night. Revisit scenes of supernatural happenings and macabre events from Chester mysterious and murky past.The Ghost [...]

[ January 3, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] Just imagine the scene? the twinkling of fairy lights, snow frosted trees, the smell of chestnuts roasting on crackling fires and the air of excitement that Christmas is on its way. The magic of Christmas lives on in Chester, and this year you?ll be taken back over 100 years to experience an enchanted, family Victorian [...]

[ January 3, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] Santa will be welcome children to his festive grotto during Chester Magic.No need to book.Castle SquareChesterCheshireCH1 2ANWeb:www.chestermagic.co.uk

[ January 9, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] Silversmithing with Angela Kennedy Exploring textures: Here students will learn how to produce different textures using various tools such as hammers, punches and stamps. You will learn reticulation and granulation techniques [...]

[ February 12, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] Silversmithing with Angela Kennedy Shape and form: During this workshop we will be learning the properties of sterling silver and how we can alter its shape using hammers, silversmithing stakes, mandrels [...]

[ February 20, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] Join us for a stunning night of cocktail decadence. The very best of Cheshire’s bartenders will be creating, mixing and flairing their way to be crowned champion.Some superb prizes and a fantastic spectacle promises to be a night not to be missed.Starts with the heats in the afternoon and finishing with the Flair final in [...]

[ January 26, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] YOUNG MUSICIANS from Chester and DistrictAn evening of varied music performed by talented local soloists and instrumentalists, presented by Lila Hallett. Including oboe virtuoso Tom Bloomfield.With John Gough, accompanistThis event is sponsored by Maple Leaf Financial Services, ChesterVENUE:St Mary’s CentreChesterCH1 2DWTel:0151 339 5219

[ January 14, 2011 9:00 am to January 15, 2011 5:30 pm. ] Model Ships is the latest exhibition to feature in the Community Gallery of Nantwich Museum and runs until 15 January 2011.Three hand made model ships are featured with associated information. They are all famous in their own way and are: RMS Titanic, HMS Victory and KMS Bismarck. Built to scales ranging from 98:1 to 250:1 [...]

[ January 12, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] THE FUJITA PIANO TRIOArisa Fujita, violinHonoka Fujita, celloMegumi Fujita, pianoMendelssohn Trio in D minor Op 49Shostakovich Trio in E minor Op 67Brahms Trio in B Op 8The Fujita sisters from Japan have been playing chamber music together since early childhood. They made a highly acclaimed d?but at the Wigmore Hall in March 1999. Concert engagements [...]

[ February 2, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] THE KING?S SCHOOL CHAMBER ORCHESTRAPhilip Robinson Director of MusicAdrian Rushforth Head of StringsReturning by popular request, the students from The King?s School will perform a programme of orchestral music, together with solos, duets, trios and quartets.VENUE:St Mary’s CentreChesterCH1 2DWTel:0151 339 5219Web:www.chestermusicsociety.org.uk

[ January 3, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] Gather your friends and family for a spell on the real ice rink and practice your spirals, jumps and lunges at Chester Magic.Castle SquareChesterCheshireCH1 2ANWeb:www.chestermagic.co.uk