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johnnychips

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Alderley Edge was used as a location in Alan Garner's book The Weirdstone of Brisingamen, as was Redesmere in Siddington.
 

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Professor Brian Cox was born in Chadderton. He has an honorary degree from the University of Huddersfield.
 

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The famous Welsh choirmaster, composer and organist Caradog Roberts was born in the place Paul said - I can't see it while I'm typing, and I will not attempt to spell it. He died at nearby Wrexham.
 

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