A look at some of the highlights of the October 2015 issue of Cheshire Life

County Life

Readers’ photos - Are you in the frame?

Now and Then - October past and present

Agricultural fun at the Mottram Show

Diane Modahl - Still fast and furious

Darebury’s famous son - Lewis Carroll’s original Wonderland

Literary festivals - our guide to the best books events

High notes - Classical music ‘must see’ events

Phil Neville - Footballer’s next move

Altrincham people and passions

New library - Book love in Hale

Nostalgia - Bowdon and Dunham Massey in a bygone era

Wildlife Trust connecting animal habitats

Five of the best: Arty events in the Wirral

Homes & Interiors

Through the keyhole - A rural home with history in Rainow

Dream home - chic residence in Hunsterson

Let there be light – a selection of lovely lamps

Fashion & Beauty

Style Editor’s favourites - Janet in the spotlight

New season cove ups - Coats and boots to lust after

Moisture surge - Time to soothe and revive skin

Spa review - Tranquillity at The Midland, Manchester

Food & Drink

Just Bee healthy – juice drinks with a twist

Baking for the stars - Stockport’s Adam Cox

Strait to the hot spot - The Straits in Menai

Cheshire Life luncheon - Mottram Hall magic