It’s International Women’s Day and we love the women of Cheshire - these are some of the cool, creative and clever women we’ve featured in the pages Cheshire Life in the past few months ...

Great British Life: Nadine Naily, founder of modest fashion boutique NeishNadine Naily, founder of modest fashion boutique Neish (Image: EMILY ELLISON)

Nadine Naily

Nadine Naily, a 37-year-old entrepreneur, is bringing 'Modest Fashion' to Cheshire with her new Altrincham boutique, Neish - the first of its kind in the county.

Amy Shepherdson and Kate Mosley - Restauranteurs

Pioneers of Cheshire's plant-based eating scene, the duo behind Hale favourite, The Garden, are on a mission to make vegan food appealing to everyone

Great British Life: Louisa BoydLouisa Boyd (Image: Andrew Price 07774611778)

Louisa Boyd - Artist

With a childhood spent hiking up Bickerton Hill, it was only natural artist Louisa Boyd would find inspiration in the Sandstone Ridge.

Linda Sage - Writer and volunteer

Writer Linda Sage, from Sandbach, tells Cheshire Life how joining the county's wing of the nature group, Green Angels, has benefitted more than just the local wildlife.

Olivia Woodward - sheep farmer

We delve into the day-to-day life of sheep farmer Olivia Woodward as she looks after her hardy Herdwick flock in Crowton.

Louise Minchin - TV presenter

BBC presenter and regular Cheshire Life columnist on empty nest syndrome.

The Elizabeth Group - Campaigners

Elizabeth Clarke Wolstenholme Elmy was the suffragist from Congleton who arguably did more for women's rights than any other feminist of her day nand the Elizabeth Group are raising money for a statue in her honour

2020 Inspiring Women Awards

The region's Inspiring Women Awards are now open - a chance to nominate your local heroines, business leaders and charity fundraisers.

Dame Sarah Storey- Athlete

For Disley's gold medal winning Dame, the county means fresh air, fabulous views and family

Toni Mackenzie - Therapist

The therapist from Altrincham, has literally written the book on how to feel happy, she shared her New Year's resolutions with us.

Great British Life: Julie Neville (c) Marga FerrerJulie Neville (c) Marga Ferrer (Image: Marga Ferrer 696173142)

Julie Neville - Cookbook author

Author of two cookbooks and wife of footballer Phil, Julie Neville speaks about her life in Cheshire.

Steph Blackwell - Baker

The Chester-born Great British Bake Off finalist Steph Blackwell wants to change the world, one bake at a time

Mindy Cowap - The Hollies

Mindy Cowap, from Great Budworth, Marketing Manager of Cheshire institution The Hollies, describes how she transformed her health in just 12 months.

WOMEN IN BUSINESS

We also spoke to women across all sectors in the Lancashire business world.

Cheshire women in business: everyday help

Cheshire women in business: leisure

Cheshire women in business: fashion and beauty

Cheshire women in business: home and design

To find out more about International Women's Day go to www.internationalwomensday.com