Kelsall Village, near Chester, Cheshire, UK

Acupuncturist - Barbara Wilkie

Weetwood resident Barbara Wilkie provides an acupuncture service on Mondays and Fridays at Forest Hill Practice, Tarporley, and can also do home visits locally. You can find more information about acupuncture on the website of the British Acupuncture Council.

Forest Hill Practice, 29A Forest Road, Tarporley CW6 0HX (01829-731360 or 07879-673194)

Acupuncturist - Jinty Keating

Willington resident Jinty Keating has been in private practice since 1987, when she graduated with honours from the British College of Acupuncture in London. Before the 3 year course she worked in the NHS as a radiographer. As a member of the British Acupuncture Council she participates in continuing professional development and is bound by the Code of Ethics and Safe Practice Standards. Jinty is also a Bowen therapist. More information can be found on her website www.jintykeatingacupuncture.co.uk.

Coaching Mums, Coaching and Training Consultancy

Coaching Mums is a coaching and training consultancy that inspires mothers to achieve success and balance, whilst helping employers of professional women to retain valuable talent. Founded in 2003, we have coached hundreds of women to achieve their personal visions of success. Coaching Mums runs MumpreneursT programmes to help mothers start and run profitable businesses that complement their lifestyle. Coaching Mums' MD Amanda Alexander is regularly asked to comment in the press on issues relating to work life balance and parenting. Visit our website and subscribe to our popular ezine, "Inspire", packed full of inspiration especially for mums!

CW6 Bookkeeping & Business Services

With over 28 years experience in Business Analysis, Finance and IT, I can help you set up a cost effective and practical Bookkeeping system for your business; configuring the software specifically for you, and giving you the training, procedures and support required to use it effectively. If, however, you prefer simply to have someone reliable maintain your books for you, that full service is available too. Tailored, cost effective solutions to suit your requirements and free up your time. I can also help and advise on more general business and IT matters, including :

I would welcome the opportunity to discuss your requirements further and offer a confidential and flexible service.

More information can be found on my website www.cw6bookkeeping.co.uk

Delamere MTB Tours

We are a local business that operates out of the rural village of Kelsall on the fringes of Delamere Forest. We offer mountain biking tours in Delamere Forest and a whole range of other day tours from The Lakes down to Mid-Wales with groups kept to a maximum of 6 to keep the tours to a personal level. We have been riding mountain bikes for the past 18 years so you could say we have a fair knowledge of what MTB'ers want from their trails. So there is no excuse not to try Delamere MTB Tours, we really will open your eyes to the fantastic and exciting world of mountain biking. More information on our website.

Downdale Cattery

Downdale Cattery is a small family run business, set within quiet and picturesque rural settings on the edge of Delamere Forest, just outside the village of Kelsall. Downdale Cattery is based on the belief that our cats' needs are of the utmost importance. We would welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you one of the best services in the industry. More information, including rates, can be found on our website.

Eyecare at Home

Kelsall resident Helen Corson provides a domiciliary eyecare service for local people who through ill health or incapacity find it difficult to visit a High Street Opticians Practice. Please visit her website to find out more about her service.

F. Morrey & Son, Forest Nursery

Morreys Forest Nursery lies in an attractive rural setting on the edge of Delamere Forest. It was established by Frederick Morrey in 1910 and has been growing ever since. The nursery now covers 100 acres, and grows 90% of its own stock, including shrubs, trees, roses, fruit trees, azaleas, rhododendrons, Japanese maples, hollies and conifers, and an extensive range of herbaceous, alpine and erica plants. Steve Roberts, who has worked at Morreys for over thirty years, has kindly produced this list of ornamental trees for smaller gardens. Morreys can offer you:

Hours of business: Daily 8:30am to 5:00pm. Closed on Sundays. Delivery service available on request - free locally. More information can be found on Morrey's new website. Kelsall & District Garden Club members benefit from a 10% discount - don't forget your membership card!

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Happy Little Monkeys - Childminder

I am a registered childminder, situated on the outskirts of the village of Kelsall. I provide a quality childcare service in a happy, safe and secure environment where your child can develop and learn through play. I encourage your child to build friendships while exploring a range of new toys and adventures. I have excellent experience and understanding in all aspects of childcare through doing my NVQ level 3 in Childcare learning and development, attended many other short courses in various aspects of childcare and last but not least, I am a mother of two children. I was a childminder in the UK from 2006 to end 2008 and then I spent the last year in South Africa running my own Playgroup. I returned to the UK in August 2009. More information on my website.

The Holiday Gardener

Independent Careers Adviser - Jill Cox

Have you been thinking about changing your career? Are you facing redundancy? Are you trying to find your first career? I'm an Independent Careers Adviser based in Kelsall who designs and delivers a personal service to enable clients to secure their next job/career, whatever their circumstances. You work directly with me and I use my skills and expertise to make sure the process we work through together is effective for you and provides you with exactly what you need, no more, no less. Your individual process will be cost effective and designed to meet your timescale requirements.

If you'd like to find out how I can help you, take a look at my website www.jillcox.co.uk or call me on 01829-752133 for a free, initial discussion.

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John Titchner Furniture Repairs

Time served cabinet maker
Antique and modern repair & restoration - French polishing
All jobs considered - Fast turnaround - Competitive rates
35 years' experience - References available

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Karen Elliott, Mural Artist

Karen Elliott, a Kelsall based mural artist, can creat paintings and trompe d'oeil for any room or space. Designs can be painted directly onto walls or large canvases/boards as required. Children's themes and favourite stories are a speciality, including farmyards, jungles, castles, etc. Karen can incorporate architectural features, work from selected photographs and match with décor and colour schemes.

Kelsall Hill Equestrian Centre

Kelsall Hill Equestrian Centre is part of Organsdale Farm and consists of over 350 acres of great riding country. We offer quality facilities for riders of all abilities as well as a wide range of equestrian activities. We have invested in excellent high quality stabling, a 46m by 80m arena, a 10km farm ride, a cross country course, BE courses from pre novice level, water splashes and a water complex. The farm ride is ideal for riders of all abilities. It is a scenic, traffic free environment with a huge number of jumps, all of which are optional.

At Kelsall Hill we produce our own hay & haylage which is grown and packed on site. We sell this to retail outlets and also at the farm office. We can also deliver if required.

We are trying to build a team of helpers to call on when we have big events or simply need some help, if you are interested please give John a call on 07809-689972.

Kelsall Pet & Home Care

A husband and wife team, offering a wide range of services including (but not limited to) cat sitting, dog walking, small animal care, pet taxi, pet to vet, puppy and elderly dog visits, on-holiday home checks, garden/plant/greenhouse sitting, general garden and home maintenance, and any other odd-jobs you may think of - just ask us. We can tailor these to suit your needs, so that whether you're off on holiday, away on business or simply working long hours and short of time, you can be assured that your pets and home are being well cared for.

Kelsall Plant Centre

The Plant Centre has some way to go yet to recover from several years of changed ownership and sometime abandonment. We are trying to be different by selling a range of 'exotic' plants, not found elsewhere locally. We have many rare and unusual plants in stock including a Japanese Iris, Orchids, Wollemi Pine, Aztec, Orchid, Ginger & Pineapple Lilies, Flowering Gingers, Plumbagos, Coleus Palisandra ('black') and a range of Canna and Calla Lilies. We have the following fruit trees: Chinese Date, Pomegranate, Fig (black and brown) and even Capers etc. We also grow our own herbs and vegetable seedlings including Thai Peppers, Genovese Basil, Tomatoes from France and Italy as well as English heritage varieties etc. We'll do our best to respond to your wishes and needs.

Shed City

We supply very high quality wooden buildings most produced by a small, specialist manufacturer and some by other manufacturers. We can supply off-the shelf (see our display – usually more than 20 buildings on show) or custom-made buildings and can produce or build ourselves to order. We sell anything from grand summerhouses to dog kennels, bird aviaries and very high quality garden furniture. We guarantee our buildings. Building erection is included in the price and so too is delivery within a 10 mile radius. We won't be beaten on price!

The Gallery

The Gallery, housed in a twin-roomed modest building, features a selection of fine paintings, hand painted or embroidered, one-off, silk garments & furnishings and individually designed mosaics as tables or shower/bathroom wall panels. The artists featured are from Cheshire or bordering counties. The Gallery also sells more modestly priced Aloe Vera remedies and craft items such as hand-made soaps, lavender sachets and even bird food.

Reg no 213295

L & S Plumbing Limited - Ian and Helen Simpson

We are a small local business and most of our work is through word of mouth. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work and for being friendly and reliable. Please contact us for free quotes on gas boiler, bathroom and other plumbing installations. For gas boiler servicing and landlord gas safety checks. Also for plumbing repairs. Our company is fully insured and gas safe registered. Ian is a member of the Institute of Plumbing.

Mackay's Plumbing

Ian Mackay is a City and Guilds qualified Plumber. His business Mackay's Plumbing was launched in Middlewich in 2004. In July 2009, he and his family moved to start a new life in Willington. Mackay's Plumbing is a family run business. They pride themselves in providing excellent service and customer satisfaction. Mackay's specialise in bathroom installations and refurbishment, tiling and all aspects of general plumbing. They are registered with Age Concern and Cheshire Trading Standards.

Please visit their website for more information - www.ianmackay.co.uk.

Mid-Cheshire IDL Dyslexia Centre

The Mid-Cheshire IDL Dyslexia Centre was set up in the Kelsall Parish Rooms (The Old Telephone Exchange) in1999 by Isabel McIntyre, together with the help of her sister Margaret Hogan. As word got round about their success in helping children to overcome their literacy difficulties, demand for their services grew and since then, hundreds of young people have been helped to catch up to the reading and spelling abilities of their peers.

A multi-sensory computerised method (called IDL or Indirect Learning) is used, which involves the simultaneous use of the eyes, ears, speech organs, fingers and muscles so that the brain receives the same 'message' from a variety of pathways. Multi-sensory methods have long been recognised as the best way for people with dyslexia to learn and - when coupled with the staff expertise and highly supportive one-to-one environment of the Kelsall Centre - these methods can enable them to overcome their difficulties. This offers a way forward for frustrated and anxious parents - truly effective, specialist help for their dyslexic child.

Click here for an online demonstration of the programme.

Mount Pleasant Gardens

Set in the glorious heart of the rolling Cheshire countryside, near to Delamere Forest and only 15 minutes from the centre of Chester, Mount Pleasant Gardens offers the ideal opportunity to meander through some of the finest displays of traditional mixed gardens. Visitors can purchase a variety of home-growns plants and shrubs as well as seasonal hanging baskets and other gifts. From May 2007 access to the gardens will be free for valid RHS members. The Mount Pleasant website gives more information.

Mo Waddington Barn Dance Caller

If you are planning a family party, or a fundraising event why not have a Barn Dance, Ceilidh, or Hoe-Down? This is fun for all ages from 7 - 77, and for those who have never danced before as well as experienced dancers. Mo chooses a programme to suit your group, then explains the dances with a practice 'walk through' and a reminder as the music plays. Mo works with various musicians, and will put you in touch with a group that suits your preferences and budget. One of the bands she works with is The Family Band. Mo likes seeing people having fun, so don't worry about making mistakes. More information on Mo's website.

NJM Bookkeeping Ltd

Are you struggling to maintain up to date and accurate records? Then let us take that burden away. We can ensure that your accounts are up to date and you are still in control of your business. We maintain your records on a computerised package ensuring accurately controlled accounts up to trial balance stage.

Because we are a small company ourselves, we are able to keep costs low. We charge fixed fees with no VAT on our services - this helps to cut the costs of High Street accountancy fees without cutting the benefits to you. We offer a FREE consultation without obligation, to new clients. There is also an introductory offer of 10% discount for the first three months, enabling all set up costs to be kept to a minimum.

The services we offer are Bookkeeping, Payroll, Self Assessment Returns, Invoicing & Credit Control and Debt Collection.

Okells Garden Centre

With large covered areas for year round shopping whatever the weather, Okells have a wide range of plants to suit any garden however large or small. Although plants are at the heart of Okells' business, they also stock an extensive range of gifts and bird care products. Their enthusiastic and experienced staff are happy to offer help and advice. Open 7 days a week, 8:30am to 6:00pm Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm weekends.
Kelsall & District Garden Club members benefit from a 10% discount - don't forget your membership card! Click here for more information on Okells Garden Centre, Farm Shop and Coffee Shop.

More information can be found on Okells Garden Centre's website .

Podnet

Podnet designs, produces and maintains web sites for a variety of businesses in Cheshire, the UK, Europe and the US. Sites are 'graphically designed, visually appealing, fast-loading, easy to use, and produced by professional web designers and developers'. Podnet started operations in 1998 from a small business site in Tarporley, and now produces bespoke web sites and internet animations for a diverse range of international businesses. You can get much more information about Podnet from their website.

Sable Cottage - Care Home

Sable Cottage is a purpose built, privately run care home set in the heart of Cheshire's finest countryside, neighbouring the beautiful Delemere forest and 8 miles from the historic city of Chester. Services include in-paitient nursing care, day care, respite care, or care for those with early stages of dementia.

More information can be found on Sable Cottage's website.

Streamline Technology - for local IT support

We can repair your computer, whether it be a hardware or a software problem, and specialise in data recovery from crashed hard drives and camera cards. We have also launched a new local service, The Local Subscribers Helpline. If you need to talk to someone about your problems with Windows, word processors, spreadsheets or other common Windows programmes, please consider this service. If you want to set up your internet connection or re-install your printer without dialling expensive charge numbers, we can help. Subscribe to our service and we will talk you through solving these problems and offer advice on free security software, spreadsheet and word processor programmes.
Included in our service is a computer 'spring clean' - removal of the dust which leads to overheating of your hardware, and replacement of noisy fans which can fail with catastrophic consequences. For your peace of mind, your computer will also be checked for viruses, hijackers and trojans.

Village Hair Studio

New Owner - Julie Ellams, over 20 years experience in hair. Assistants Tracey and Sharon.

All aspects of hair care including:
 • Colouring   • Foil Highlights   • Modern & Contemporary Hair Styles
Wella and Fudge products used.

Wally Duttons Butchers

We have been trading in Kelsall for nearly 40 years providing Good Quality Local meats to the village and have now indroduced fresh vegetables, local bread and confectionary. We are well known for our high quality home made sausages, burgers and cooked meats. Why not call in for a chat and we can suggest something for dinner! We are open from 7.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday and 7.30am to 1.00pm on Saturdays.