Rugby Club Issue 70 | Page 51

Wilmslow within a 15 mile radius – so the playing base is wide. Socially, we host the Wilmslow Half Marathon ; the mini festival ; have many private events for the local area ; our own social do’s and the bar is open to all! “Rugby is an exciting, increasingly hard physical game at the top but this very change in style coupled with socioeconomic changes is cutting out the stalwarts who would run the clubs in the future – they are leaving the game at 35/40 instead of up to 50 plus – no more Vets! “The current concern with concussion from young ages upwards has not yet come into effect but will. Plus the attitude of players (the non-paid ones anyhow!) is getting more social – they will play but don’t want to travel far as they have organised their evenings elsewhere. The pressure of leagues is not what they and the affected clubs want. “It is our ambition to keep the club viable, fresh and vibrant, investing in improving the infrastructure and making it a club that is fun for all.” Vets in Wilmslow, Cheshire providing professional pet care with a personal touch This modern, award winning independent veterinary practice in Wilmslow underwent a complete renovation in 2009 and incorporates 3 consulting rooms, diagnostic and operating facilities. At this practice your pets will have the benefit of state of the art equipment including therapeutic laser therapy, digital radiography, ultrasound and advanced dental equipment. Our vets are passionate about your pets welfare and disease prevention and we truly value the continuity of care. Opening Hours Monday - Friday 8.00am - 6.30pm Saturday 8.30am - 12.00pm Tel: 01625 585 500 www.thevetsplace.com 6 Upcast Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 6EH Maxwells Auctioneering Antique, Fine Art and General Auctioneers Maxwell’s Fine Art Auctioneers are one of South Manchester’s premier auction houses offering a full service for the valuation and sale of Fine Art, Antiques and household chattels. Valuations for Inheritance Tax and insurance purposes are undertaken by professionally qualified staff. We are delighted to receive commissions from either professional contacts or members of the general public direct. Regular monthly auction sales – usually 3rd Wednesday Quarterly Specialist Collectors’ Items auctions Insurance and Inheritance Tax valuations Free pre-sale advice and selling at auction From full house clearances to single items Professionally qualified staff Weekly Thursday valuation afternoons 12noon – 4.00pm T: 0161 439 5182 | W: www.maxwells-auctioneers.co.uk | E: [email protected] The Auction Rooms, Levens Road, Hazel Grove, Cheshire SK7 5DL Max has been associated with the club for 25 years and used to run his business from the club until 2005. He was the chairman of the juniors, on the committee and used to coach down there until 2010. www.rugbyclub.biz 51