It’s understandable to feel overwhelmed and anxious in the light of the COVID-19 crisis. Holistic health coach Anna Whyte has some advice for restoring balance in uncertain times.
A Funny Turn
“It’s like being at a party that you don’t have to organise or clear up afterwards.” We talk to Jen Harris from Tickle Your Fancy.
Pulling Together
Chorlton’s Claire Stocks set up a community Covid-19 response group. Here’s what she learned along the way.
An Intimate Space
(from the 1906 Knutsford edition of Mary Barton)
Elizabeth Gaskell’s House has launched a £10,000 campaign to restore the writer’s bedroom. But without photographs or official records, how easy will it be to re-imagine this most private of spaces? Deborah Grace investigates …
First in the Fight
Deborah Grace meets Helen Antrobus and Andrew Simcock, the authors of a new book that celebrates the achievements of Manchester’s radical women.
More in Common
Nick Dixon and Councillor Eve Holt want to see a kinder, more connected Chorlton. Linsey talks to them ahead of another big get-together in November.
People – Nick Sharratt
Deborah Grace catches up with the award-winning children’s author and illustrator ahead of his appearances at Chorlton Book Festival.
A New Lease of Life
Chorlton’s Co-op Funeralcare building isn’t exactly its most attractive destination – but it could be! Linsey Parkinson talks to Chris Peacock of Chorlton Community Land Trust.
Chorlton – what now?
So much change has been proposed for Chorlton – and then everything goes quiet – or does it? Linsey Parkinson has a brew with Cllr John Hacking.
People – Lemn Sissay
Deborah Grace speaks to Lemn Sissay MBE, the award-winning poet, playwright, actor, broadcaster and University of Manchester Chancellor.