I remember well that visit and the Queen had been expected to arrive via Dan Bank, in fact the council had painted the low railings that used to run down Dan Dank in preparation for her visit. Local people were talking about how hard the painters had worked which was sadly to no avail. This was a long standing source of amusement for local people and to this day may locals remember the confusion the change of plans caused on that day. If I remember correctly her route into Marple was changed at the last Min and she arrived via Hazel Grove and departed along Cross Lane up on to Hibbert Lane. The same happened when prince Charles came to Marple many years later. he too arrived via Hawk Green. When I was at primary school in the 1960s (Peacefield) we were taught all about the long running problem with Royalty and Marple. The issues are surrounding the land that the Bradshaws owned IE Marple Hall and the surrounding area which Dan Bank is part of. Judge Bradshaw of Marple Hall was the first signature on the death warrent for King Charles 1 The King was later beheaded. From that point in time Royalty have had issues with this part of Marple. I now live at the top of Dan bank on Stockport Road and The deeds of my house have clear instructions from the days the land was owned by the Bradshaws. For example no worship can take place in the dwelling or the land, the list is endless. Hope this helps
