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Hello everyone and welcome to the new look Oh! Magazine for Durham University students. First of all, I’d like to thank everyone for all the support we’ve received over the past year or so regarding our pilot editions of Oh! Magazine. Your feedback has been integral to the development of this latest mag. We couldn’t have done it without you. Keep the comments and suggestions coming.
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Durham University, Experience Durham intro and index
19 Tinie Tempah comes to the North East
31 Coffee House Heaven at Leonard’s
32 Bishop Langley. It’s new; what a view 34 Wiff Waff; Ping Pong; Fun Time
To those of you who are seeing us for the first time, HELLO! This magazine is designed to help you find out what’s going on both at Durham Uni and in the city that surrounds you. Whether it’s music, fashion, sport, drama, nightlife….you name it, we’ll have it.
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We also want YOU to get involved. Ever fancied writing for a magazine that everyone at your university will read? Well here’s your chance. Oh! Magazine is now looking for student writers to join our team. WE’D LOVE YOU TO GET IN TOUCH! Finally, if you’re a Fresher, I hope you’re enjoying your first term here at Durham University. Get stuck in and make the most of it! For the rest of you, well, you already know was a great place this is. GAN CANNY.
38 Gent’s fashion with Woven. Classic British menswear 22 Time to grow a Mo 24 Storage problem solver
40 Ladies fashion gets ready for winter 42 Dental Boss; Durham’s top dentist
Alex Courtney
44 Shock. Toyota main dealer to help students
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46 Meet Phil from Durham Police
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Welcome from Experience Durham Durham University has a strong tradition of student involvement in an impressive range of activities beyond studying at the University. Experience Durham facilitates and supports this rich and diverse activity to ensure that students have access to the best possible networks to advance and develop their skills in sport, outreach and volunteering and, in partnership with Durham Student Union, in music and theatre. Team Durham is the home of student sport at Durham University. In 2012/13 we finished second in the British Universities and Colleges Sports (BUCS) points table, highlighting our excellence in performance level sport. Participation in sport at Durham University is amongst the highest in the UK. Thousands of students play in College teams across 17 different sports. Our community engagement teams offer activities to young people and disadvantaged adults. All facilities are open to members of the public. Our body of 15,000 students helps bring Durham and the surrounding area to life with a wide range of vibrant theatre and music events that are open to everyone every week of term. Students produce, manage, direct and perform a wide variety of theatrical genres from musicals to comedies, tragedies to pantomimes. The home of Durham Student Theatre is the Assembly Rooms Theatre on the Bailey in Durham. Performances also take place in our World Heritage Site locations. Durham student musicians regularly perform all types of music, from Chamber Choirs to string orchestras, Big Bands and folk music, in venues across the city including Durham Cathedral.
Students and staff are committed to improving and engaging with local communities through our two volunteering schemes, freely giving hundreds of hours to support those communities through tutoring and befriending projects, conservation work etc. Durham University is a welcoming community and Experience Durham invites staff, students and the wider community to come together to enjoy the musical and theatrical performances that our students put on; to come and cheer our high-performing sports teams; to use our fitness suites and participate in activity classes, or to engage with our staff in their community outreach work. The following articles highlight a few of the range of activities within Experience Durham. The magazine introduces some of our student sabbatical officers who co-ordinate, facilitate and promote the diverse programme. We have also written a few reports from activities over the summer. Our next issue due at the start of next term will focus on the Michaelmas term’s highlights.
EXPERIENCE DURHAM INDEX p6 Hannah Lowther, Team Durham President p7
Tom Newman, Team Durham’s College Sport Manager
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Basketball Goes Wild
p10 Summer Camp Success p12 Zambia Gets Dramatic p14 DST At The Fringe p16 Let There Be Music
For more information about Experience Durham visit www.durham.ac.uk/experiencedurham Supported by PwC
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A team Will Carling, Nasser Hussain, Phil de Glanville, Jonathan Edwards, Andrew Strauss, Sophie Hoskings, Lily van den Broeke....all former students of Durham University who’ve gone on to reach the sporting heights. It is the aim of Team Durham to encourage more of you to get involved in sport, have some fun and maintain Durham University’s standing as the top sporting university in the North of England and ranked as No.2 in Britain. The two people whose job it is to steer Team Durham are Hannah Lowther, the new Team Durham President, and Tom Newman, the College Sport Manager. They’re both based at the DSU so drop in and have a chat with them if you have any questions at all regarding College or University sport.
We’ve been talking to them.
outside. To enable the students to have a stronger voice, I am establishing a Vice President Panel to assist in decision making, event organising and feedback methods. It is Team Durham’s aim to hold our 2nd position in BUCS behind rivals Loughborough, with the view to become the leading university for team sport through winning the highest number of Wednesday afternoon fixtures.
HANNAH LOWTHER TEAM DURHAM PRESIDENT It is an honour to have been elected into the sabbatical role of Team Durham President in order to manage the Durham University Athletic Union this year. Graduating in June with a Sport Science degree and having been involved with Team Durham at a participation level as a lacrosse player, through administration as Women’s Lacrosse Club President and also involvement with community volunteering programmes, it felt a natural progression to apply for the sabbatical role. A new position of College Sport Coordinator has been introduced this year in order to formally manage our vast college programme which enables over 90% of students to participate in sport annually, the highest rate in Britain. Tom Newman, featured opposite, occupies that position.
We hope you can join us for some of our exciting university fixtures!
I believe it is vital that we develop our social media and website use to communicate both within the university and outside
The creation of this role will enable me to be more of a public figure within the university, acting as the student representative. My role includes the administration of university sport, arranging team fixtures, club finances, organising events and Team Durham publicity. This year I aim to increase the visibility of the position. I was active during Induction Week attending college events to introduce myself to new students and hosted a welcome event for sport leaders and university staff who will be working together during the year so as to enhance communication channels. To further communication and publicity I believe it is vital that we develop our social media and website use to communicate both within the university and
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the year. Sports, including rowing will contribute to the final points total for the first time, and new sports such as mini tennis and futsal will be added to the programme. I also hope to run one-off events in golf, athletics, swimming and volleyball. The college festival of sport (which will take place in the summer term – post exams) will be the pinnacle of the year with the majority of college sports participating in one massive event which will undoubtedly shake up the final college league standings. I aim to actively encourage the University coaches to get involved in college sport, either by offering coaching to college teams, umpire and referee training and talent spotting at fixtures which will also help to develop university athletes and grow our performance programme.
TOM NEWMAN TEAM DURHAM’S COLLEGE SPORT MANAGER College sport is Team Durham’s flagship programme. There are no other academic institutions in the country which even come close to rivalling the levels of participation we see in Durham on a weekly basis. This year alone, over 6000 students will take part in college sport – close to 90% of the undergraduate population will participate in sport during their time at Durham. There will be 5700 fixtures played by over 300 teams lead by student captains and executive committees across 16 centrally managed sports. There is nothing like the feeling of bringing home a win for your college team. Sport
Teams
Numbers playing weekly
Badminton
64
384
Basketball
38
300
Football
82
950
Hockey
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385
Rugby
30
500
Netball
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400
Mixed Lacrosse
18
180
Squash
29
145
Ultimate Frisbee
18
150
My role is new this year with the view to really focussing on ensuring that the college sport programme is the best that it has ever been. I am solely responsible for the management of college sport with a view to ensuring that those who participate in college sport are represented within Team Durham.
Durham’s three main areas of focus are performance, participation and community outreach – we do fantastically well in performance nd we keep getting better, and community outreach programme has grown exponentially over the past few years and has a brilliant support team. We may be number 2 in the country as a performance institution, but I am proud to say that we are the leading university in terms of intramural competition and I am determined to ensure that we live up to our reputation. We cater for all levels of sport at Durham. I urge you to participate in college sport. Being part of a college team gives you so many opportunities not just to play, but to socialise, become part of the team exec and gain truly valuable life experiences. I will do everything I can to ensure your college sport experience is second to none. Get involved.
My role is new this year with the view to really focussing on ensuring that the college sport programme is the best that it has ever been
As well as improving the general day to day management of college sport I aim to improve the communication between Team Durham staff and students and increase the profile of Durham College Sport by linking to The Palatinate newspaper and utilising Team Durham social media. The college points table will, for the first time since it was created, be regularly updated throughout
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COACH LEE DAVIE GIVES A TEAM TALK
Durham University Basketball goes wild Written by Richard Warburton. The Durham Wildcats Basketball team is a joint venture between Durham University and Durham County Council, supported with the ambition of developing the strongest basketball programme in Britain. Going into their third season, the club is looking to build upon the eleventh place finish in year 1 and the ninth place finish in year 2. The British Basketball League (BBL) has been in existence since 1987, and represents the highest level of the professional game in the UK. In 2013 / 14 season twelve franchises in major towns and cities will take part in the league, spanning from Plymouth in the south-west all the way up to Glasgow. Televised games are covered by Eurosport on a weekly basis throughout the season. Development is at the heart of the Wildcats programme. The men’s and women’s senior playing squad are recruited to Durham University to combine Higher Education study with elite basketball. The objective is simple – to ensure that the players grow as athletes and as people during their time in
the programme. If they do this, the club will win both on and off the court. Lee Davie is head coach. He oversees the day to day management of both the male and female basketball programmes at the club. In addition to his work with the Durham Wildcats Lee is also a GBR Under 20s Assistant Coach and already has a British University Championship to his name, leading the Durham University squad to victory in 2011 / 12. On the court, the Wildcats captain is New Yorker, Ralph Bucci who’s become a North East favourite arriving in Durham via the rather contrasting areas of Teesside and Greece. As well as leading by example as skipper going into his third season with the club, he’s also assistant coach at the Wildcats.
coaching and worked with over 7,000 young people, many of whom were new to the sport. Home BBL games are played at Newton Aycliffe Leisure Centre where fans can expect a warm welcome and a highly entertaining game of basketball. At the time of going to press, the Wildcats are going along nicely. They’re through to the next round of the BBL Cup after beating Cheshire Phoenix 78-75, while in the BBL Championship they’ve played three and won two. They lost their opening game of the season away to the reigning champions, the Newcastle Eagles.
Durham Wildcats work closely with Durham County Council and England Basketball to deliver a far reaching programme that engages young people aged between 10 and 22. Over the last two years they have delivered over 1,000 hours of basketball
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Durham Wildcats work closely with Durham County Council and England Basketball to deliver a far reaching programme that engages young people aged between 10 and 22 Fixtures can be found online at www.bbl.org.uk Tickets are available in advance direct from the venue or through the club website www.godurhamwildcats.com
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Summer camp
success Written by Emma Hall-Craggs.
It’s the end of another rapturous week; thank you to the parents and children who came down to Summer Camp, as well as Ben G and Luke for being fabulous coaches!!
If you ever venture to the university sports centre at Maiden Castle during the months of July and August it is normally at its quietest with all of the college and university athletes taking a well-deserved break from studying and playing sport during the summer holidays. This summer however, was a little bit different as the Team Durham Community Department was running a six week programme of summer camps for local school children aged four to 16. A team of eleven university students worked throughout the summer, with the help of a team of volunteers including four university students and seventeen young people from the local area. These young volunteers are prospective Durham students all of whom have a keen interest in coaching and playing sport.
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The enthusiasm of all of the staff and helpers was fantastic and made both of our kids feel comfortable, even our rather sensitive and cautious 7 year old who normally would be very nervous at a camp where she knew no-one Here’s a typical reaction from one of the rather exhausted volunteer “It’s the end of another rapturous week; thank you to the parents and children who came down to Summer Camp, as well as Ben G and Luke for being fabulous coaches!! It was a pleasure to meet and play sports with you all. During the past two weeks I was able to ‘re-live’ my childhood, and I can say that this has been the highlight of my summer! Last but not least, thank you Harriet, Katie,
Emma, Lynn and the other Team Durham staff and volunteers for organizing and running a successful camp”. The camps attracted a vast array of interest from the local parents and by week two the camps had over one hundred children each day attending. The camps gave both the students and volunteers an invaluable opportunity to develop both their coaching and leadership skills, supported by the Team Durham Community Outreach team. Two camps were tailored for children of primary and secondary ages. The primary children were offered Bounce and SHOUT!: trampolining, cheerleeding and dance, football, lacrosse, dodgeball and circus skills. Secondary age children were busy experiencing rowing, basketball, football, orienteering and trampolining. After 6 weeks it was safe to say that the staff, volunteers and all of the four hundred and thirty different children involved, went home suitably worn out but wanting to come back again.
If you’re interested in finding out more information about volunteering, or perhaps you know someone who would like to send their children along to future summer camps, then contact Team Durham by using this email address… teamdurham.holidaycamps@dur.ac.uk
“The sports camp really was fantastic, our kids absolutely loved it,” said one of the parents. “The enthusiasm of all of the staff and helpers was fantastic and made both of our kids feel comfortable, even our rather sensitive and cautious 7 year old who normally would be very nervous at a camp where she knew no-one”.
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Student Volunteering Opportunities – Drama and Sport in
Zambia ABOVE, FROM LEFT TO RIGHT, LUBASI CARE HOME NAKATINDI SCHOOL PERFORMING AT THE SUN INTERNATIONAL
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All in all, we can each say with complete honesty that the trip provided us with a host of experiences and memories to last a lifetime
Written by Simon Gauge. This summer, six of my fellow students and I embarked on a seven week trip to the southern African nation of Zambia to conduct drama workshops and performances with local children. An incredibly valuable experience, we all gained a huge amount from the project as both individuals and as a group, and we departed the country with new friends, new skills and a love for a newly discovered culture. The first week of the trip was spent in the city of Livingstone, home to the breathtaking Victoria Falls. Whilst there, we worked closely with Sun International, an African hotel chain which supports local communities and schools. The days were spent running a series of drama workshops in a local school, which culminated in a performance the school deserved to be very proud of; other projects we visited included an elderly persons’ home and orphanage.
Each evening, we performed a series of musical theatre standards in one of Sun International’s Zambian hotels, the Zambezi Sun, which was also our accommodation for the week. It was a phenomenal beginning to our time in Zambia; from bungee jumps and elephants to smiling children and proud teachers, the memories and experiences taken from Livingstone are simply unforgettable. Following our week in Livingstone, we took the long bus trip north to Lusaka, Zambia’s capital city and where we would spend the rest of our trip. Although our time was initially spent in meetings organising future placements, we quickly got into the swing of things, and found ourselves on the doorstep of Barefeet Theatre, who coincidentally were hosting their annual festival whilst we were there. The seven of us slotted into various roles within the festival, with most of our time spent with the Art Facilitators, helping
them to conduct workshops. With Barefeet, I worked with three different children’s centres across the city – each centre was tasked with creating an original piece of drama outlining the problems in their community. The three centres I worked with did an exceptional job, and I felt incredibly proud watching them perform their final pieces. Three afternoons a week were spent at Fountain of Hope, an orphanage based in Lusaka. Sitting in on drama workshops, mentoring sessions and the occasional baby clinic, we offered our help wherever and whenever it was needed. Getting to know the children at Fountain was one of the undisputed highlights of the trip. Their effervescence, vitality and sense of humour kept me smiling through each visit, and even as I type this I am sat chuckling to myself just thinking about them. All in all, we can each say with complete honesty that the trip provided us with a host of experiences and memories to last a lifetime. Culturally, we threw ourselves into Zambian life, trying (mostly unsuccessfully) our hand at traditional African dancing as well as negotiating the bustling and perplexing world of Lusaka public transport. We may not have been building schools or saving lives, but I do believe we made an overwhelmingly positive contribution whilst out there – we are taking the project in the right direction, and have begun to formulate a blueprint for the trip’s future successes. The project has huge potential, and with 2013 only the second year since its inception, the future of the Durham Student Theatre Zambia Project is looking very rosy indeed.
If you fancy volunteering for future trips to Zambia, get in touch with Team Durham and they’ll let you know what’s required.
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Experience Durham
DST
is a fringe winner
ABOVE, IDGIE BEAU IN A HUNDRED MINUS ONE DAY# ABOVE RIGHT, CHARLY BURNELL RIGHT, DAN GOSSELIN Written by Charly Burnell. Durham Student Theatre, known as DST, is the umbrella organisation for 27 theatre companies. It acts as a union for over 600 members and allows students to get involved in every area of theatre. President of the society this year is Dan Gosselin, a 3rd year engineering student from Grey. He ensures members are provided with opportunities to develop their theatrical skills and enhance their overall university experience. He aims to build relations with other University theatrical groups so that a wider network of student theatre can be established across the country.
Working alongside Dan and the DST Exec, is
DST is achieving huge success. This year
the University's Theatre Development
they took nine shows to the Edinburgh
Co-ordinator, Charly Burnell, who graduated
Fringe Festival. All shows that were reviewed
from Durham last summer. She facilitates
received a 4-star rating; three of the nine
Theatre within the University and raises the
achieved 5-stars including Island State,
profile of Drama at Durham whilst
written by Durham graduate Dom Everett-
supporting and guiding the development of
Riley. This was one of two new pieces of
DST. She aims to establish The Assembly
writing taken to the Fringe by DST members.
Rooms as a recognised professional
The other was A Hundred Minus One Day, by
theatrical venue and showcase Durham
Idgie Beau, a 3rd Year Anthropology student
Student Theatre to those within and outside
at Van Mildert. She received a National
the University community.
Student Drama Festival commendation for
As you can see from the opposite page,
writing.
there’s plenty going on at DST between
“Unbelievable. Extraordinary”, was Idgie’s
now and Christmas. Book early or you
first reaction when we spoke to her about
won’t get in.
the award. “It’s a very hard thing to describe.
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NOVEMBER Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest Presented by Ooook! Productions 7th to 9th at 7:0Opm (and 2:30pm on the 9th) in The Assembly Rooms
It’s one thing to finance a show going to Edinburgh, but to take a show that I’ve written, is entirely different. It’s my baby. Add onto that the fact that it’s the first thing I’ve ever written, and I had also never been to the Fringe before, and I’m sure you can imagine how anxious I was! To see people actually having emotional reactions to something I created, leaving the theatre in tears - both happy and sad - was just astonishing. I’m always jotting down little ideas, no matter how ridiculous they are, but I doubt I’ll have the time to write another whole play.” Do you fancy taking a leaf out of Idgie’s book? Every year Durham Student Theatre invites that year’s undergraduate intake to produce, direct, crew and perform in an as yet unknown show. Previously we have seen shows such as Oh! What A Lovely War, The Government Inspector and We All Fall Down, so keep your calendar free in week seven to see a showcase of Durham’s newest talent. In the meantime, check out what’s going on on the right.
Using a pseudonym to have some fun in London is all well and good, until your girlfriend’s cousin does the same and ensnares your ward! Ooook! presents Wilde’s classic comedy of mistaken identity and a witty satire of manners. Supporting Banzzardo’s childrens charity.
Aesclylus’ The Furies
A Murder Mystery
Presented by Durham University Classical Theatre
Presented by Castle Theatre Company
9th to 12th at TBC in The Norman Chapel, Durham Castle Aesclylus tumultuous conclusion to his Oresteia trilogy is reimagined in the brooding darkness of the Norman Chapel in this musical adaptation with original music composed by Ben Williams and choreography by D’Oscar-winning Ruby Lawrence this intense tale of betrayal, blood vengeance and terror brings the Furies to life in a way that certainly is not to be missed.
Gilbert & Sullivan’s The Mikado Presented by Durham University Light Opera Group 13th to 16th at 8:75pm (8:45pm on the 14th) in The Great Hall Durham Castle Following a successful run at the Edinburgh Fringe, DULOG are back with the Gilbert & Sullivan classic The Mikado. Set faraway in Japan, this tale of lovers, executioners and three little maids is one of Gilbert & Sullivan’s most popular operettas, and is definitely not to be missed. Note: Please allow plenty of time to get to the castle due to likely disruptions caused by Lumiere.
The Freshers’ Play 2013 Presented by Durham Student Theatre 21st to 23rd at 7:30pm in The Assembly rooms The theatre is booked but the cast, crew, and production team is yet to be decided. The annual DST Freshers’ Play is entirely produced by freshers. With past shows including Oh, What a Lovely War, and Then There Were None, and The Government Inspector keep an eye on our website for this production!
It’s a very hard thing to describe. It’s one thing to finance a show going to Edinburgh, but to take a show that I’ve written, is entirely different
Jez Butterworth’s Jerusalem Presented by Thrust Stage 28th to 30th at 7:30pm in The Assembly rooms Award-winning Thrust Stage presents Butterworth’s rip roaring modern classic. On St George’s Day, the morning of the county fair, Johnny Byron is a wanted man. The council officials want to serve him an eviction notice, his son wants to go to the fair, and a motley crew of mates want his drugs and alcohol. This groundbreaking new production is simply unmissable.
29th and 1st December in Durham Castle Durham Castle gets plunged back into Victorian times for this classic ‘whodunnit’. Guests will be received by Cartwright, your butler for the evening as you attend Lady Dunelm’s Late Autumn party. This promenade production will bring in you into the labyrinth that is Durham Castle, going on a journey of investigation, deliberation and suspicion. Note: Box Office & ticket collection at The World Heritage Centre.
DECEMBER Thomas Middleton’s Te Revenger’s Tragedy Presented by 3dTC 5th to 7th at 7:30pm in The Assembly rooms The cunning Vindice longs to revenge his wife, murdered nine years ago by the corrupt Duke. Disguises and plots abound, drawing in the whole of the twisted ruling family - the scheming brothers, the incestuous step-mother, and even the corpse of Vindice’s dead love. A blackly comic play which manages to invoke both poetic tragedy and macabre, biting satire, this Jacobean masterpiece continues to fascinate audiences of today.
Off The Page Community Project - The Last Word Presented by Durham Student Theatre 12th to 14 at TBC in The Assembly rooms the land of Dowsr, words have mysteriously started to disappear. As police, parents and grannies all struggle to make themselves understood, Jake and Sadia embark on an adventure and make a shocking discovery. The North East premier of award-winning play will be performed by talented young actors from Shincliffe Primary School in this community project led by Off The Page Drama in collaboration with DST.
FUTURE PRODUCTIONS As is the nature of student theatre, some shows are yet to confirm dates and venues. Keep your eyes on our website to find out when they’re on.
Alan Ayckbourn’s Confusions
Samuel Beckett’s Endgame
Presented by Hill College Theatre Company
Presented by Ravin Mask
28th to 30th at 7:30pm in Trevelyn College
‘Old endgame lost of old, play and lose and have done with losing .... .’ Samuel Beckett’s Endgame is an absurdist one act play dealing with the meaninglessness of contemporary existence and the tormenting and unreachable end.
Affairs, accidents, alcohol, pregnancies, perverts, priests, misogynists, malfunctioning microphones and more are all the things the viewers can expect in these five short hilarious plays all rolled up into one entertaining bundle guaranteed to have you roaring with laughter.
Darkness and Light
Additional shows listed at dur.ac.uk/dst
Presented by Durham Opera Ensemble 29th to 1st at 7:30pm in Caedmon Hall, Hilde Bede An evening of wine, nibbles and opera - a truly unique evening in the Durham musical calendar: a selection of opera scenes from different composers, including Handel, Mozart and Beethoven, on a theme of opposite emotions and accompanied by players from Durham University Orchestral Society - an accessible introduction to opera.
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Experience Durham
music Let there be
Written by Jonathan Clinch. The new academic year has started with a musical bang in Durham with record numbers of students signing up for musical groups at the Students’ Union fair. From recorders to rock, bell ringing to big band, the university has an enormous range of activities on offer this year and there’s still time to get involved.
Overseeing all of this is the newly revamped Durham University Music Society (DUMS). This year the committee, headed by their President, Jessica Lawrence, has developed a programme with world-class masterclasses and other events to attract even more students.
noble profession into a "money-grabbing,
The Castle Lecture Series welcomes our very own Chancellor on Wednesday 20th November to discuss his vision for the future of opera, singing and music in general with Jeremy Dibble, Professor in the Department of Music. Frequently outspoken, Sir Thomas received widespread coverage for his keynote address at the 2002 Royal Philharmonic Society Awards when he criticised the music industry for turning a
Choir and University College Chapel Choir,
PR-led" exercise. Over ten years on, does he still agree? On Friday 6th December, Durham University Baroque will be putting on J. S. Bach’s Christmas Oratorio in the Great Hall with members of Durham University Chamber alongside a professional orchestra of players on period instruments. Planned to coincide with Durham’s Christmas Market, it’s the perfect way to get into the festive spirit! Other performance to watch out for include: Durham Opera Ensembles’ specular Darkness & Light Production (29th November & 1st December in Hild Bede),
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JESSICA LAWRENCE, DUMS PRESIDENT
Durham University Brass Band and Concert Band’s Joint Concert (4th December at St Oswald’s Church) and Durham University Orchestral Society’s concerts on 30th November and 7th December. Full details of these and many other great performances will be published on the Music Society website www.durham.ac.uk/music.society In other words, the Durham University Music Society has a lot going on and they’d love you to be involved. DUMS is designed particularly to ensure unity amongst the many music ensembles in Durham and to coordinate and promote music making around the city. To join a music society in Durham you will need to first become a member of DUMS. Premium Membership
(£20 gives you membership for the duration of your entire course at Durham, or you can pay £10 per year) means you will be included in the full range of DUMS activities and with the greatest value. For example, you will be able to perform in our lunchtime concerts, and also earn reduced price tickets for all DUMS concerts and events.
The Durham University Music Society has a lot going on and they’d love you to be involved If you want more information or fancy getting involved in DUMS, get in touch with Jessica by email on j.r.lawrence@durham.ac.uk and she’ll point you in the right direction.
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Tempahin
One of the UK’s most innovative and credible artists, Tinie Tempah returns to the northeast on December 11th when he performs live at Newcastle’s Metro Radio arena. Before that however, we got to hear from the “Frisky” rapper about his brand new album, Demonstration.
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Released on November 4th, Demonstration is a pioneering piece of work that’s with a sense of musical adventure and an eclectic array of collaborators including Diplo, Pharrell, Zane Lowe, Paloma Faith, Labrinth, Naughty Boy, Dizzee Rascal, 2 Chainz, Emeli Sandé, Ellie Goulding and the Chemical Brother’s Tom Rowlands. If Disc-Overy was the South Londoner feeling his way and finding his feet, then Demonstration is the ultimate instruction manual in making a British album with an international focus.
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“Demonstration is my manual of how to do it, how to be successful, how to make an album that can be commercially appreciated without being contrived” Tinie told us. “Disc-Overy proved to me that going with your gut and daring to be different from what everyone else was doing can work. The first album did amazingly well and I just hope the second album exceeds it. The songs I’ve made are ones that I felt needed to take things to the next level.” On the eve of releasing Pass Out in 2010, no one could have predicted just how huge a star the then 21 year-old Patrick Okogwu would become. “It wasn’t easy at first,” Tinie remembers. “People would be like ‘Why are your jeans so skinny; are you wearing Ray-Ban’s? Urgh’. But I had to hold onto my sense of self because that was what got me through the
years of pirate radio and as an MC in the
The first release from the new album is
grime scene. I’m not fake, this is just who I
Trampoline. As with the genre defying Pass
am. I like the theatre, I read books. I’m not
Out, Trampoline takes on various
the guy you come to hear about selling
components and sounds, serving as a
drugs. If you put on an act and it works you
reminder of Tinie’s willingness to take a
have to live with that act for your whole life.”
musical risk.
With his second album release, Tinie decided
“I didn’t want to over-think the first single
to return to his roots recording the entire
too much but I knew it had to be a transition
album in the same Greenwich studio where
between the first and the second album.
he’d made Wifey and Tears. He refused to
Each line is a thought, an insight into the
settle for anything less than perfect.
way my mind works and how I write music.”
“When I made Disc-Overy, I’d meet a
Another pre-album release, Children Of The
producer, spend a few hours with them, get
Sun, sees Tinie reunite with Written In The
a track and be like ‘Ok, thanks’, just grateful really. Now I know what I’m doing, so I worked really hard on it. I scrutinized
Stars producer, Ishi and features the voice of John Martin, last heard on Swedish House Mafia’s Don’t You Worry Child.
everything, every last lyric, every single flow
“I mention having regrets and insecurities on
with a new-added confidence that I didn’t
there,” he notes. “I don’t want people to think
have when I made Disc-Overy.”
I’m just jetting round the world living the
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high life with celebrities and not focused on the music, because I so am. I’m so focused. Music is artistry and my artistry is what I’m going to be judged on forever.”
As soon as he played it I was like ‘Oh f$&%! Yeah, I’m very up for this.’
Other highlights on Demonstration include Moshpit, Tinie’s long-awaited collaboration with Dizzee Rascal… “This is the song I would have wanted to have with Dizzee when I was a 12 year-old kid,” says Tinie. … and 5 Minutes, produced by Zane Lowe and engineered by Rob Swire from Pendulum. A truly inspiring and unexpected collaboration, Zane approached Tinie with a beat while they were both in Australia on tour. “I’d been playing him some of the album and he goes ‘Hey, I know this is going to sound weird, but I actually have something for you.
As soon as he played it I was like ‘Oh f$&%! Yeah, I’m very up for this.’” It’s been three years since Tinie released Disc-Overy and much has changed in the Plumstead raised rapper’s life. For the last year, Tinie’s focus has been on creating an album that’s not only as good as his debut, but better. Demonstration is an album that underscores why he became such a star in the first place and reveals just how much bigger he’s about to be; both in the UK and around the world.
Tinie Tempah, with special guest Big Sean, is at the Metro Radio Arena in Newcastle on December 11th. 21
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IT’S MO TIME Want to raise some Mo-ney for charity? Want to be a Mo Bro or Mo Sista? Well here’s your chance ‘cos it’s Movember.
Mo Bros’ and, yes, Mo Sistas, can raise vital funds and promote awareness for men’s health, specifically prostate cancer and testicular cancer. Granted, you risk
being laughed at, but, hey, you’re raising much needed cash. Put it this way, you’ll probably look a darn sight better than you do in your passport photograph. (Have
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the guys, (!!!) but Mo Sistas play a vital role in the success of Movember by supporting and encouraging the men in their life to get involved. Mo Sistas also participate in raising funds and awareness.
you ever seen a good one?) The options are endless. Go for something totally outlandish and end up looking like Salvador Dali, or keep things nice and simple and resemble that Newcastle Utd legend Micky Quinn. Beards or sideburns are not allowed, so if you fancy looking like the front men out of ZZ Top, nope, sorry, that’s a no-no. Trim it, shape it or just let it take care itself, that’s totally up to you, although your friends might complain if your Mo gets out of control and something starts to live in it.
Movember is all about bringing back the moustache, having fun and doing it for a serious cause. Mo Bros...there were over a million in the UK last year...commit to growing a moustache for the 30 days of Movember, and in doing so become walking talking billboards for the cause. Let your imagination take hold. There are loads of ways in which you can get involved with Movember such as registering as a Mo Bro or Mo Sista and raising funds and awareness yourself or donating to someone you know who is participating or hosting your own event in honour of Movember. Where does the cash go? The funds raised in the UK are directed to programmes run directly by Movember and their men’s health partners, Prostate Cancer UK and the Institute of Cancer Research.
Now it’s your turn. For details of what you do and how you go about raising sponsorship or donating, go onto www.uk.movember.com Ditch that razor; grow a Mo and raise some dosh.
Mo Sistas play a vital role in the success of Movember by supporting and encouraging the men in their life to get involved
The growing of a Mo is limited to
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It’s always the same. The end of term comes around and you’re told to shift everything out of your room. This can result in one of several scenarios. Hire a vehicle to take everything home. Find a mate who’s got a rented house where you can dump everything Persuade a relative to come and collect your stuff. Or….the easy solution…..get in touch with Durham Self Store.
From as little as only £10 per week (plus VAT), Durham Self Store will look after all of your goods AND they’ll come to your Durham University college to collect it. Give them a call with plenty of notice, book in a time when you’ll be there to meet the collection team and, bingo, you’ll be on your way in no time at all. The Durham Self Store team will then take all of your gear back to the warehouse and ensure that everything is stored safely, securely and in dry conditions. There’s no hassle. You won’t need to struggle onto a train or bus with loads of cases or rucksacks. It’ll be cheaper than the tank of fuel you (or a relative) will need to spend to take everything home and bring back. It’ll certainly be cheaper than hiring a vehicle. And, even though your mate’s rented house might be a handy place to leave everything, is it safe and secure when they go home? Oh, and you’ve got to get it there too. The easiest and most cost-effective way to take care of all your stuff is to contact Durham Self Store. They’ll organise everything. All they need is a week’s notice to inform them of a collection or delivery date and time. If it’s easier and more convenient for you, you can simply drop off everything at their premises at Langley Moor on the outskirts of Durham. So, there you go. No more worries about what happens at the end of term. Go onto www.durhamselfstore.com or call them on 0191 3783511 and they’ll tell you what you need to do. You can even buy some new packing boxes if you need them. They’re open Mon to Fri 09.00 - 18.00 and weekends 10.00 -16.00
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buzz Well no sooner had the Freshers arrived than Durham sashayed into Fashion Week. From October 15- 20, Fashion In Durham featured catwalk events, late night shopping and a grand finale in Durham Castle. The whole six days were hosted by Durham Business Improvement District, (The BID), and the big event in the Castle saw Durham University Charity Fashion Show organisers get involved. There was a Mad Hatter themed night in the Town Hall featuring autumn and winter collections from most of the High Street stores and boutiques in Durham City. A gentleman’s evening was staged at Oldfield’s restaurant; there was late night shopping featuring live mannequins and, on the Saturday night, a huge fashion show took place in the unlikely but very successful surroundings of the Prince Bishops car park. To wrap-up the week, Durham University students got involved with a special event at the Castle.
“This was the city’s first major fashion event, showcasing up-and-coming designers alongside High Street and independent retailers”, said BID manager, Sonali Craddock. “The week had something for every fashion taste. It typified exactly what The BID is all about. We want to promote Durham City retailers and make potential customers fully aware of what is available.” Well, was it a success for the businesses involved? Here’s what Chris Hayes from Woven had to say… “The Gentlemen's evening we hosted was very successful with 100 people attending. We were amazed at the end of the night to find the customers had spent £3500”. So there you go. Keep an eye on The BID website (www.durhambid.co.uk) to keep up to date with everything that’s going on.
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Leonard’s coffee house heaven
There are times when you really do need to escape. Well, thankfully, Durham City has its own perfect desert island on which you can go to relax, to chill and to enjoy a light bite and a drink.
“Good, home prepared food and cakes and
Leonard’s Coffee House is situated on Back Silver Street in a place called Fowler’s Yard. Okay, you probably have no idea where that is so I guess it’s time to explore. Once you’ve found Leonard’s, you’ll appreciate why it has become the place in Durham to head for when you either want to sit quietly with some cool tunes in the background or just meet up with friends.
amongst many things the best hot chocolate
good coffee.” “Tucked away from the main streets this Coffee House is worth finding and serves, in the North East. The chocolate caramel
Durham Uni students) offer a warm, friendly welcome. On a fine day you can sit outside. So, why not go along to Leonard’s Coffee House and soak up a bit of Durham’s hidden quarter. Spread the word ‘cos people don’t know what they’re missing.
shortcake is so gooey you need a spoon... delicious.” “Can only echo what everyone else has said, a really nice place. Lovely caramel latte and fantastic food too. Baked potato cooked perfectly with plenty of good quality filling. Will definitely be back.”
Don’t believe us? Go onto Trip Advisor and wade through the 5 Star recommendations. Here are some of the latest comments taken from the most recent 10 reviews. “Coffee and hot chocolate enjoyed by all. We also enjoyed fantastic scrambled eggs with smoked salmon, bacon sandwiches and toasted tea cakes. All for really good value for money”. “Great coffee and food, served with a smiling, friendly greeting. Today I had a bacon, Brie and cranberry ciabatta, which was delicious, followed by an elderflower slice.”
So, there you go. No need to take our word for it; previous customers have done it for us. If you enjoy scrummy cakes, hot breakfasts and lunches, savoury snacks, a huge range of tea and coffee, then Leonard’s is the place to go to. There’s a smart, up-market feel to the place. You’ll love it. The best way to get there is to head down a flight of steps roughly half way along Silver
Good, home prepared food and cakes and good coffee
Street (next to Superdry) and then bear right along a vennel. Keep going and you’ll find Leonard’s on the corner. Ashley Jordan and her staff (several are
They’re open 8.30 - 17.00 every day apart from Sunday when it’s 9.00 - 17.00
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It’s new. And what a view
From the Market Place, head down Silver Street, across Framwellgate Bridge and the first building you’ll see on your left is The Bishop Langley. Those of you who’ve been at Durham University for a while will remember a dive called the Coach and Eight. Blimey….you want to see the place now. New owners, new décor, new chef, new range of drinks. Erm...well...it’s new.
Outside though, leading directly off the bridge, there’s a cracking roof terrace with one of the best views of Durham, looking straight up to the Castle and Cathedral. Brilliant on a warm day; no problem on a chilly day ‘cos they’ve got heaters. And make sure you’ve got your Student Discount card with you because you’ll get 10 per cent lopped off your bill.
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Food
Terrace Drink
Their blurb says, “Enjoy contemporary pub dining, The Bishop Langley way.” They’ve got a point; lots of traditional favourites done differently. Their sandwiches are certainly worth taking a lunch break for and if you’re feeling a tad indulgent, grab one of the fresh desserts. However if you’re looking for something smaller The Bishop Langley also has an ever-changing Tapas menu. All dishes are cooked to order, served simply and are as locally sourced as they can be.
It might be outdoors, but it’s open all year round, Complete with state of the art infrared heaters and surrounded by luscious greenery The Bishop Langley terrace is great for a bit of for al fresco drinking and contemporary pub dining. It’s the ideal place if you want to get a large group of fellow students together and, for those of you living in Crossgate and the Viaduct areas, it saves you having to trail into Durham. It certainly rates as one of the biggest outdoor pub / eating areas in the whole of the city.
It’s good see a decent selection of wine and beers. There’s the usual choice of classics, but they’ve also hunted down some rather nice New World wines. If you like your beer, you’ll find an ever-changing selection of guest ales that’ll have the real ale connoisseurs reaching for their notebooks. There’s also the usual range of premium draft lagers.
What’s on
MONDAY
WEDNESDAY
SATURDAY
Quiz Night. Prizes, giveaways and a half-time ‘Bishops Banquet’. Entry costs a fiver.
Over the Hump. 40% off selected products (8pm ’til late)
is what Saturday is all about. Chill.
THURSDAY
offering is rather interestingly called ‘Mary Had a Little Lamb…(and we cooked it)’.In other words, skip Sunday lunch or dinner in college or back at the flat, and let them do it for you at the Bishop Langley.
TUESDAY
“The Steaks are Low”. Two is Burger Day. Pick a burger, steak dinners and a bottle drink and a dessert from of house wine for £25.00. the menu and they’re yours FRIDAY for £12.95 is “After Work Wind-Down”. Offers on food and drink to start your lecture-free weekend
SUNDAY’S
The Bishop Langley is a city centre pub with a difference. Go down the steps and you’ll find a vintage style bar with a contemporary twist
Enjoy.
If you need any further info, give them a call on 0191 386 4779 Email info@bishoplangleydurham.co.uk or just pop in. They’re open 10am ‘til late 7 days a week.
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And let’s face it, who doesn’t enjoy a game of table tennis? You can’t beat it when something totally different arrives in your city. And this latest venture to roll into Durham has got a whiff of success about it. Wiff Waff can be found where the old Market Vaults used to be. Trust us, it couldn’t be more different. There are two floors. On the ground floor you’ll immediately spot what Wiff Waff is all about. This is a ping pong social club. Yep, you can have a bite to eat, grab a drink and have a game of table tennis.
Keep an eye on their website ‘cos you can guarantee there’ll be loads of special deals and special events, particularly as we build-up to the end of term and some early Christmas revelry. For example, from Monday - Friday, 5-8pm, there are two for one pizzas and cocktails.
There is nothing like this in the North East. The lower floor is where you’ll find the DJ, two ping pong tables and a bar. There’s a serious club feel to this part of the building. Upstairs, it’s a bit more laid back. It’s slick, colourful; cool yet funky…oh and yes there’s a bar and a ping pong table. To be honest, if you’re thinking of hiring somewhere for a private party that’s different, well, Wiff Waff strikes us as being a cracking place to start looking. It’s a brilliant concept that needs to be seen to be believed. The place is cleverly designed so that you don’t have a ping pong ball plopping into your beer glass or landing on your pizza. And let’s face it, who doesn’t enjoy a game of table tennis? There are even specialist coaches on hand to give you a few tips on whether you should Wiff or Waff. There’ll be special events for those folk who take table tennis seriously but the vast majority of time will see the tables being used for a bit of good old fun. Being serious for a moment, aside from the fact that you can play table tennis here, this is an upmarket restaurant and bar. It fits in somewhere between a champagne bar and a smart bistro / pub. You could easily start a night here or finish it here. It’s that sort of place. If you fancy a bite to eat, Wiff Waff offers a buffet / sharer menu centred around salads, pizzas and sharer boards. They even do dessert pizzas. There’s an extensive drinks menu including draught and bottled beer, lager and cider. There’s a good selection of sensibly priced wines and a lengthy list of cocktails, including tea pot sharers.
Saturday Sessions see Wiff Waff open until 2.30am. Food is available all night and there’s 2 for 1 cocktails until 10pm. Thursday nights are tournament nights. Play gets underway at 8pm. A £100 CASH PRIZE IS ON OFFER EVERY WEEK. Where is Wiff Waff? It’s on Back Silver Street, behind the Indoor Market. Either go down the little alley next to SuperDry and bear right, or head through the Market Place and, before you go over the bridge that leads up Claypath, bear left, go for 100 yards and bear left again. You’ll see Wiff Waff on the left.
Need more info? Give them a call on 0191 386 7700. Email them on reservations@wiffwaffbars.co.uk or check out their website www.wiffwaffbars.co.uk Opening times… Mon – Fri 17:00 - 02.30. Sat 12:00 - 02.30. Sun 17.00 - 1.30
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Fabio’s Fab
It’s easy to see why Fabio’s and La Spaghettata are two of THE places in Durham for students.
Situated on Saddler Street, La Spaghettata Italian restaurant has always been a hugely popular haunt. In recent years though, the owner Fabio Ciampolillo has gone up in the world; to the next floor, to be exact. Fabio’s Bar opened in 2005 and instantly became the sort of place to be seen in, but 2011 saw a big change with the construction of a stage above the bar area; the bar size was increased and a mezzanine level installed opposite the stage. The private function room and cosy lounge areas were retained, but the whole emphasis was now more upbeat rather than being a place to solely enjoy pre or after dinner drinks, although that of course is still a big part of
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2011 saw a big change with the construction of a stage above the bar area; the bar size was increased and a mezzanine level installed opposite the stage the night for many people dining downstairs in La Spaghettata. Fabio’s is worth keeping in touch with because new talent is always on show. Most weekends will see a band on stage providing a mixture of Dance, Rap, R & B, Soul etc. Various music nights are scattered throughout the week. Oh yes, and you can even have food sent up from the restaurant downstairs. There’s been another development too. Fabio is now using the top floor room as a meeting facility during the day or early evening. Several ‘milk round’ events have already taken place with some top companies inviting students or prospective employees to come along for a chat. In the main bar area, around 150 people can be easily accommodated. If you want to hire rooms for a meeting or party, the best idea is to call into La Spaghettata early in the evening and catch up with Fabio. He’ll give you a guided tour through what’s on offer.
Fabio’s Bar is open 7 nights a week from 6pm to 2am. La Spaghettata is open each night from 17.00 to 23.00 as well as opening for lunch, 11.30am 2.00 pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. For further details of either the bar or restaurant, or of forthcoming events, go to www.fabiosdurham.com, or give them a call on 0191 383 9290
DEALS
-FREE garlic bread with first bottle of house wine -All pasta and pizza mains come with free side salad.
www.fabiosdurham.com Open from 6pm - 2am 7/7
The ideal venue for parties and celebrations, Fabios offers individually tailored deals to meet your specific needs.
RING 01913839290 to Book or for more information. LIVE MUSIC and DJs
wednesday - saturday
9pm till late
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Woven. Full of smart ideas Want to ditch that rather tired-looking dinner jacket and get into a top tux? Want to make the laydeez swoon? Need something to impress at an interview? In other words, do you need to buy or hire some top gear? There are times when flip flops, jeans and a sweat shirt need to make way for something a little more, shall we say, appropriate. Thankfully, the guys at Woven can help. There’s a 10% student discount too.
Woven can be found in The Gates off Framwellgate Bridge. They sell British brands and support British manufacturing as much as possible. You’ll find Remus Clothing, Gibson London Tailoring, John White Footwear, Merc London, Maddox Street, Alan Paine Knitwear, all brands with a great heritage and oozing quality. In other words, Woven offer something different; British clothes with a twist AND THEY ALSO DO SUIT HIRE. For a black tie dinner you get jacket, trouser, shirt, bow tie, cummerbund, pocket square, shoes and insurance for £69.
White Tie hire for a June Ball costs £89.00 and includes evening tails, Marcella shirt, bow tie, waistcoat, pocket square, shoes and insurance Or you can buy or rent individual items. And talking of buying, Woven has opened a new store, also in The Gates, which offers a range of men’s designer clothing with up to 70% off. The store is only going to be there until the end of November, but if you fancy a bargain, you’d better get a move on. The founders of Woven (they also set-up the Van Mildert brand 18 years ago), have an eye for men’s fashion. Chris Hayes leads the team.
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Last year we were named Durham’s Independent Retailer of the Year AND Retailer of the Year, so I’d like to think that I know what men need “Last year we were named Durham’s Independent Retailer of the Year AND Retailer of the Year, so I’d like to think that I know what men need”, said Chris. “Our shops in The Gates are a culmination of years of experience, bringing together leading brands at unbeatable prices”. So there you go. If you need anything to do with men’s fashion, here’s a good idea; go and have a chat with Woven in The Gates. They’re full of smart ideas.
Woven
Gentlemen’s Outfitters and Lifestyle Store Award-Winning Retailer of the Year 2012
Opening times: Monday – Saturday 9.00 – 17.30 Sunday 11.00 – 17.00 Give them a call on 0191 374 1002, or you can send them an email via their website www.wovendurham.co.uk
No 23 The Gates Framwellgate Bridge Durham City DH1 4SJ Tel: 0191 3741002 Email: sales@vmclothing.co.uk Web: www.vmclothing.co.uk
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Festive Fashion Gone are the days spent dreading the reappearance of the dull Wellington boot; winter now seems to be the most stylish time of the year. Dubbed 'party season' it is the perfect time to re-haul your look whilst keeping warm! From over-sized outerwear to plaid inspired punk, the diverse range of trends on the High Street means anything goes when it comes to this winter's fashion. With many trends coming together in one garment, you can now update your wardrobe for half the price.
The High Street is the best place to go if you are hunting for the best on trend pieces. Inspired by the catwalks, you are guaranteed to see nearly exact replicas, meaning you can bag a bargain. Recurring season after season, the punk trend is a guaranteed wardrobe staple. The mix and match vibe allows clothing combinations to be endless. While the trademark PVC, plaids and prints still maintain a strong presence, this time round the punk comeback will adopt a more glamorous look, making it the perfect trend for daytime as well as for more formal occasions. The key to perfecting this trend is D.I.Y. customisation allowing you to have a completely unique look. The monochrome trend has been given a fresh look that will leave you looking anything but mundane.
Monochrome is a British fashion staple and is never really out of fashion. Simply mix and match to create new looks without having to completely renew your wardrobe.This season sees the style with less focus on heavy colour blocking and more emphasis on embellishment, textures and contrasting patterns. Monochrome is also a distinct focus in the animal print, punk and camouflage trends.
Animal print has continued from the summer season, but the trend has now been revamped to have a bright look with clashing prints and textures. The colourful designs are perfect for making you stand out, and are ideal for layering up over a shirt and under a coat. Double denim used to be the biggest fashion faux pas around, but this season we just can't get enough! From dungarees to dresses, the look cannot be completed without a vintage denim jacket. Start raiding your parent's wardrobe. Their 80's style is not as unfashionable as you might think! Of course the winter season would not be complete without one essential item; the Christmas jumper! With a history of bringing you ridicule in the family photo album, this garment is now the star of the show. Stocked in most High Street retailers, this nostalgic symbol of winter now only has one issue; how long you can wear it for before it becomes unacceptable. Wear your jumper with pride, in fact buy two, it is winter after all. The best season of the year has arrived! Celebrate by donning knitwear, layering up some of this season's coolest trends and enjoy keeping warm in style. Written by Emma Turnbull
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THE DENTISTS STUART COX, GREN MOORE AND GRAEME DENTITH
You’ve been involved in a sporting accident which has seen you sustain some sort of dental damage or injury. What do you do? Solution; get in touch with Durham City Smiles. 42 Oh!Student issue1 - GR Updated.indd 42
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Dental boss It’s good dental practice. So, here are a couple of scenarios. You’re a Durham University student, away from home and you’ve got a dental problem. Or, you’ve been involved in a sporting accident which has seen you sustain some sort of dental damage or injury. What do you do? Solution; get in touch with Durham City Smiles.
Hang on; having said all of that, were you wearing a mouth guard?
Alternatively, they’ll be able to tell you exactly how much it will cost for his services.
Durham City Smiles are experts in the fitting and production of mouth guards. They produce triple laminate, vacuum formed mouth guards at their practice which is situated at the top of Crossgate, 10 minutes walk from Durham’s Market Place or the Science Site.
The ultra modern, relaxed and beautifully appointed Durham City Smiles dental practice is perfectly situated for all Durham University students. Go onto their website and you’ll find a map. You will also find a full list of their charges.
Of course, it’s also very easy to forget the routine things that tend to go with home life. Most of you should have been nagged into visiting a dentist for a regular 6 monthly check-up. You will also have had a dental practice that can deal with an emergency or non-routine appointment. What happens though if you’ve forgotten about your check-up or you have a dental problem? This can be a major problem if you are an international student
“We are the most modern dental practice in Durham”, said Graeme. “The practice has recently undergone a full refurbishment which has allowed us to ensure that everything is of the highest possible standard. We are also fortunate in having Opus Dental Laboratory on the same site which enables us to provide the ultimate in dental service.”
Fear not; help is at hand. The boss, Graeme Dentith, knows exactly how you feel. Graeme and his colleagues, Stuart Cox and Grenville Moore, all taught at Newcastle University Dental School and they’ve got a background steeped in dealing with sports related dental problems. Graeme is a former rugby player; his son is captain of Teesside Uni rugby team and his daughter played county hockey. He also sponsored Durham City rugby and hockey teams, and Graeme’s a member of the SCR at Collingwood College. In other words, if you’ve been involved in a sporting injury which has resulted in you having a dental problem, the guys at Durham City Smiles know precisely what to do. They’re used to dealing with students. They even have a hazy recollection of being one….. once.
Durham City Smiles can take care of your regular appointments and also look after any dental eventuality. They even do teeth whitening using methods fully approved by the General Dental Council. They also have a team of hygienists, Melanie Dixon and Natalie Johnson. Remember, you no longer need to see a dentist before you see a hygienist. They can help you with the most important job of looking after your oral health, and teaching you how to maintain your mouth in tip top condition, which can have proven benefits to your overall health If you are a member of a private healthcare scheme or something like Denplan, Graeme and his team can take care of everything.
To make an appointment or to find out more about the range of cosmetic and general dental service on offer, please call 0191 384 4447 or email info@durhamcitysmiles.co.uk The Durham City Smiles practice is open from 09:00 - 18:00 daily except Wednesday when they remain open until 19:00 and Friday when they close at 13:00. Y’know, here’s the best idea. Go and see them at the practice in the Crossgate Centre, have a chat and get sorted. www.durhamcitysmiles.co.uk
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Shock. Toyota main dealer helps students And, win a BBQ for 10 people on the Prince Bishop River Cruiser.
Don’t worry, your eyes are not deceiving you. Durham’s Toyota main dealer really does want to help Durham University students. They’re also offering you the chance to win a BBQ and cruise for 10 people on Durham’s own river cruiser, the Prince Bishop and, here’s the best bit, you don’t have to enter a competition to win the prize. The prize includes entrance fee, BBQ meal and a cruise along the River Wear for you and nine friends. More about that in a moment. Okay, we might have gone a bit tabloid, but you don’t normally expect a main dealer as big as Lancaster Toyota, Durham to be the sort of establishment where your average Durham University student would be heading to.
WIN A CRUISE AND BBQ FOR 10 ON THE PRINCE BISHOPS
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All makes servicing from only £85.00 (incl VAT) You also get a free valet.
Thankfully, Lancaster isn’t your average dealer and fully appreciates what students are looking for when it comes to looking after their cars.
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HALF PRICE MOT with any service.
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It doesn’t matter what make of car you own. Lancaster Toyota (they’re up at Gilesgate, near the big Tesco superstore...opposite B&Q) can deal with it. Age and condition doesn’t come into it either. You might be fortunate enough to be driving around in something super swanky like the Toyota GT86 or even the ultra-cool Toyota iQ but, we suspect you’re probably driving a car that’s no longer in its flush of youth and has got a few (hundred!!!) thousand miles under its belt. Lancaster fully appreciate that you might not be too technically minded or may struggle to describe the problem further than “It’s making a bit of a knocking noise”. No matter what the problem or concern, get in touch with them and they’ll be able to help. Here are four very special offers to make your student motoring a whole lot easier....
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Winter check and coolant topup for £14.95 (incl VAT).
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FREE courtesy service. Collection and delivery or a loan car or a lift into town.
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Please bring your Student Union card for Student Rates on ALL repairs Remember, if your car is under warranty, it will need to be serviced at the correct service intervals. You might need an MOT to comply with the law. If you’re new to this neck of the woods, it’s worth noting that we can get we can get some harsh winters around here. It’s worth having your car checked for safety and whether it’s up to the job. And remember, if your car needs attention and you’re busy at lectures or doing research or trying to find where the library is, then Lancaster will come and collect the vehicle and then drop it off when everything’s been taken care of. So there you go, Lancaster Durham might be the top Toyota dealer in the area, but they’re also a top garage that gives you top service at the sort of prices that’ll make any student glad that they chose Durham University. They even do a mean cup of coffee. But how do you win that BBQ for 10 on the Prince Bishop River Cruiser?
Simple. Just ‘like’ the Lancaster Toyota, Durham Facebook page.. You can link to it via their website at www.lancasterdurham. toyota.co.uk While you’re there, check out what Lancaster Toyota are up to. There’s some fascinating stuff on the work the company does with local schools and sports clubs. There are competitions, latest deals and of course all of the top product news.
if your car needs attention and you’re busy, then Lancaster will come and collect the vehicle and then drop it off when everything’s been taken care of
Go on. Visit their Facebook page and, you never know, you could be getting an invitation to go cruising. And if you want to keep you car cruising, you know where to go. Competition closes December 8th 2013
Lancaster Toyota, Durham, Gilesgate Moor, Co Durham DH1 2HN T: 0844 668 4255 Opening Times Mon - Fri 08:30 - 19:00 Saturday 08:30 - 18:00 Sunday 10:00 - 16:00 45
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WELCOME (BACK) TO DURHAM Durham is a very safe place to live, and Durham University has just been placed 2nd in a league table of the safest universities in the country as compiled by The Complete University Guide. However, just like any other city we do have criminals who come here to look for an easy target. They know that Durham has a large student population and they know the valuable equipment you own. They also often know your routine / timetable, so will know when you are out for meals, lectures, sports etc. It is therefore vital that you secure your rooms and property. Most crimes are committed by opportunists. This means they are looking to take advantage of open windows or doors, a laptop left unattended in a library or lecture room, or a bike left unlocked in a poorly lit area. Crime Prevention relies on you using your common sense. There is no point having a reinforced door if you are not going to lock it, just as it is a waste of time having a window with toughened glass if you are going to leave it open when you leave the room.
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Lock windows and doors when leaving the room, even if only for a short time. It only takes seconds to reach in and steal your property Lock bikes with a good quality D lock and secure in a designated area, not tied to a tree with string Security mark your property with a UV pen. If your property is lost / stolen and recovered by the police, there is more chance you will get it back.
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Harringtons… Durham’s fastest growing student landlord, offering accommodation in great locations at great prices. Okay, it’s early days, but we thought we’d just let you know about the sorts of things we have on offer here at Harringtons Durham. We have properties of all shapes and sizes to suit all groups, ranging from spacious homes to city centre luxury apartments including single person studios. There really is something for everyone. We can even organise all-inclusive deals on most properties if required. And we do not charge any administration fees.
Here are some typical examples of Harringtons Durham properties.
Freeman’s Quay is a city centre apartment with 2 spacious double bedrooms, en- suite room, open plan kitchen / living room, and a balcony. The property is very close to local shops, bars and restaurants.
Allergate, in the Viaduct area, is a 5 bed terraced house with a large open plan kitchen / diner, large spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a large rear garden.
All houses comply with the latest DSU SAFETY STANDARDS and have: Gas certificate NICEIC (electrical) certificate Mains linked smoke detectors Energy performance certificate Durham University Accredited.
Contact us on
0191 384 3993 or email rosie@harringtonsdurham.com Visit www.harringtonsdurham.com to browse our properties.
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Visit us at our office opposite the DSU on New Elvet. Opening times: Monday - Friday 9am-5pm Saturday 10am - 4pm
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