ESP March 2013

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There’s been plenty to celebrate for the venue, in a year that’s seen audiences reaching close to a million, the welcoming of a Royal visitor, celebrity star names and a growing profile among the business community.

Not only has it attracted a number of brand new events and shows to wow visitors and members of the public – including the recent high profile Celebrities on Ice skating extravaganza – but has also strengthened its relationship with event organisers around the country.

In addition, other new public events – including the National Hot Rod Custom and American Car Show and Discover Dolls, which has outgrown its existing home, are on the programme for 2013.

Peterborough Arena has also proved increasingly popular as a preferred venue in the region for Asian weddings.

LONDON MARATHON RUNNERS OFFER! As those that are running in it know, the London Marathon’s fast approaching on April 21. Not only does nutrition, training plans and footwear play a massive role in the lead up to taking part, but looking after those muscles and injury prevention are key to a successful marathon performance. For the month of March Ultimate Performance Lifestyle are offering all London Marathon Runners £10 off their first sports massage making this an offer you can’t refuse at only £25.

This is guaranteed to be with a Physio and will last 60 minutes (45 minutes of massage and 15 minutes for assessment or any questions you may have). Please call 01733 235226 or email contact@ultimateperformancelifestyle.com to book your appointment.

NIOXIN RANGE NOW @ MEL RICHARDS If you’re worried your tresses are looking a little less than luxurious and are thinning out, Melanie Richard’s Hair Boutique tell us they have just the thing.

The Bridge Street salon now stocks Nioxin, a range of shampoos, conditioners and scalp treatments for thin and thinning hair which comes in six different varieties. And they tell us they’re getting great feedback about the products!

Headshot Clothing is a clothing and accessories company that will appeal to all fanboys (and girls!) with inspirational nods to movies, video games, comics… and zombies!

Colin Ward, who has experience in video game retail at Spalding’s Springfields-based GAME store, and Paul Aitken, who has a ‘Photoshop’ design background, and works for Vine Street-based fashion outlet Robert Goddard, combined their skills to create the company after hours of devotion and hard work for their pet project.

They launched at the MCM Comic Con London Expo last year, and have continued to promote the company in their spare time by creating and sourcing new products and designs as they go from strength-to-strength.

They’ll be exhibiting at MCM Comic Con Expos throughout this year, starting at Birmingham NEC from March 16-17, London’s Excel at Royal Victoria Dock from May 24-26 and a one-day event at Manchester Central on July 20.

You can also find them on the web at their always-expanding online store www.headshotclothing.com.

FOLK ROOTZ The guys bringing back the Peterborough Folk Festival have decided to team up with the Randall Rootz guys. The newly named Peterborough Folk Rootz event is also moving date and location and instead will now be held at Charters on August 17 – 18 raising money for Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice in memory of local musician Mark Randal.

25% OFF COLOURS @ LD HAIR

Six months in and LD Hair Design in Nassington is going from strength to strength and celebrating with 25% off colours when you quote ESP. The owner Laura DeNuzzo told ESP – “I’ve always wanted my own hair dressing salon and in September 2012 I finally opened my shop L D Hair Design. It’s been a dream come true.We’re now celebrating six months of business and would like to thank our clients (old and new) for their support. Myself and Kerry have worked previously together and we make a great team. Here’s to continued success this 2013 and many years to come!” They offer discounts for students and OAPs as well so book in now on 01780 789997.

FUN @ THE GOLDEN PHEASANT The Golden Pheasant in Etton has another busy month ahead with food and music. There are Mother’s Day specials so you can treat your mum to a lovely lunch on Sunday March 10.

They’ll be celebrating over the St. Patrick’s weekend March 15 – 17 with Irish food, Guinness offers and Irish bands.

Then there’s a packed Easter weekend to follow with Easter dining specials, an Easter Sunday Egg Hunt for all the family and live music from the Collaborators on the evening of Easter Saturday. Call 01733 252387 for details.

MOTHER’S DAY & EASTER DEAL @ THE PLOUGH The Plough at Farcet Fen has some great events lined up over the coming months with several special music weekenders that sound fantastic. This month though it’s time to focus on Mother’s Day March 10 when the pub will be offering a lovely three course meal including dessert for just £15 per adult, £6.95 per child under 12. It’s such a good deal it’ll be repeated on Easter Sunday so why not try both? The pub’s now open Fridays and Saturdays from 6pm and Sundays from 12 noon. Call The Plough on 01733 844307 or 07763 978616.

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LOCAL UNI APPLICATIONS UP!

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University applications are on the rise again and even more so for University Centre Peterborough (UCP). UCAS reported there’s been a 3.5% increase in the number of applications to institutions across the UK compared to the same point last year. UCP has exceeded this statistic with a 28% increase.

UCP offers competitive fees of £6,500 and a broad range of courses from business management to criminology, English literature to public services and journalism to archaeology to name but a few! For more info about UCP and the courses they offer why not visit them on their open day on Monday March 11 between 6pm and 8pm or visit www.peterborough.ac.uk/ucp.

Good news for fans of local band Stealer – they’re about to start playing again after a year of rehearsing with a new line up.

This will be the third incarnation of the band, with Steve Valentine now the only original member. The new line-up includes some well known faces from the local scene though with Dave Colton (Retrolux) vocals, Mike Buchan (ex Cold Sweat) guitar, Steve Valentine (Grumpy Old Men) bass and Ray Ward (Symptom) drums.

As well as doing a musical tribute to Free, the set now also covers some Bad Company material. The first gig will be at The Ostrich in Peterborough on Saturday April 6.

THE SALON 3 NOW OPEN There’s a new salon on the scene in Stamford if you fancy a new look for spring. The Salon 3 has opened on St. Mary’s Hill in Stamford with a successful charity night recently in aid of Marie Curie Cancer Care and is offering a great range of hair styling and manicures. Call 01780 757084.

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Going stir crazy and feel about ready for a day out? Try Day Trips 4 U – they have some great coach outings lined up including Cadbury World on April 4, Ladies Day at Ascot on June 20, Wicksteed Park to keep the kids amused on July 26 and Woburn Safari Park on August 8. Just call 01733 351694 for details or email info@deckerbus.co.uk

ANGEL SPICE CHARITY NIGHT Angel Spice in Stilton has organised a fantastic charity evening for a local disability charity, the Papworth Trust on Thursday March 14. At the price of only £12.95 you can enjoy the finest Indian cuisine and live music and raise some much needed funds for the charity as £8 from the sale of each ticket will be donated to the Papworth Trust. There’ll be an opportunity to win a free meal for two and some other great prizes in the raffle they’re hosting. The restaurant is delighted to welcome the MP for North West Cambridgeshire, Mr Shailesh Vara who’ll be attending the event. To book please call 01733 244373 or email angelspicestilton@yahoo.co.uk

BEANS ON THE MOVE Long standing popular coffee shop Beans in Stamford is on the move this month. It’ll be relocating from Silver Lane into a more high profile location on the High Street in premises near the Rohan store from March 4. We can’t wait to drop in for a cuppa!

TAKE MUM TO THE BANYAN TREE The stylish Banyan Tree on Westgate never disappoints with some fabulous North Indian cuisine that’s a far cry from your usual curry. So if you fancy some fine dining in lovely surroundings give it a try this Mother’s Day or Easter Sunday.

It’ll make a great change from the usual roastie! Tel: 01733 342800.

POCKETFIT TRAINING If you fancy getting into the fitness industry you can look at becoming a Trainee Fitness professional with Pocketfit Training. They run courses to increase your employability, skills and opportunnities. They guarentee interviews for all

The team at Serenity Loves on Oundle Road are celebrating their first year of trading on March 12 with not just an open day, but an open week! There’ll be free tea and coffee, free cakes and a meet and greet opportunity with staff and also the experts on all the products they use in store. That includes Tigi, Affinage, Paul Mitchell and Keri Hoy, the managing director of Billion Dollar Brows UK. Serenity Loves believe that everyone deserves to feel beautiful even if they have other commitments, which is why they’re a one stop beauty shop offering hair, beauty, gel/acrylic nails, spray tanning and a tanning booth all under one roof. Plus they offer an on-site supervised play-room where clients can trust the qualified, CRB checked childcare practitioners to look after their kids in a fun environment while they get pampered. There’ll be special events and special offers throughout the week so check www.serenityloves.co.uk for details or call 01733 687835.

CAR CITY HAS MOVED Car City has now moved to bigger premises in the former Ice Direct building in Fengate. So for all things cars, head to Car City for in car entertainment, custom built stainless steel exhausts, modifications/tuning, hands free kits and parking sensors. Check out www.carcitypeterborough.co.uk or give the guys a call on 01733 358161.

IS YOUR MUM A DIAMOND? At My Body Essentials you can show your mum just what a diamond she is. Treat her to the Ultimate Facial during March and you get to have a special treat too. For mum the Ultimate Facial includes a Diamond Peel and the latest Ultra Sonic with Radio Frequency heat treatment so your gift will be more effective and longer lasting. And because My Body Essentials will know what a diamond you are they’ll treat you to a Diamond Peel just for yourself.

MBE are in their fabulous new premises on Shrewsbury Avenue – for more info and to book just call Martin or Mary on 01733 305102.

BATTLE OF THE BANDS The challenge is on once again for live bands and heats are taking place locally. The Cambridgeshire section sees another heat at the Solstice on Thursday March 21 and the final is on Saturday April 27. If you want to compete you can find out on www.majickmusicgroup.com or email mmg@mmgevents.co.uk and add subject Cambs Entry.

For the East Midlands area there’s a heat at the Hole in the Wall in Stamford on Friday April 19.

BROTHERHOOD SHOPPING PARK’S ANIMAL FARM Brotherhood Shopping Park in Peterborough will have a host of farmyard favourites on site on Saturday March 30 to celebrate the Easter holidays from 11am – 3pm. The whole family will be able to get hands on with pygmy goats, lambs, piglets and rabbits. Experts will also be available to answer questions and offer advice on caring for animals. There will also be a free face painter to transform all the little shoppers into their hearts desire.

COMEDY STORE ON SCREEN @ SHOWCASE Stand-up comedy returns to the big screen at Showcase Peterborough with the showing of The Comedy Store: Raw and Uncut on Friday March 8 at 10pm. This is the second in a series of four shows that have been recorded live from London’s iconic Comedy Store.

The Comedy Store: Raw and Uncut season will see performances from 20 of the funniest names on the comedy circuit and this show sees Roger Monkhouse taking to the stage; one of the most original and distinctive acts on the comedy scene and a regular writer on 8 Out of 10 Cats.

Joining the line up is Canadian comedian, Glenn Wool a regular TV face having made appearances on Russell Howard’s Good News, Never Mind the Buzzcocks and The BBC Stand Up Show.

The run of The Comedy Store: Raw and Uncut continues with subsequent shows on Friday March 22 and Friday April 5.

Tickets are available now from the box office, online at www.showcasecinemas.co.uk, or through the 24 hour ticket hotline on 0871 220 1000. General tickets are priced at £12.50, with students and Insider members priced at £10.

CHARITY PSYCHIC NIGHT A charitable crew over at the BGL group are fundraising for the Plan International UK children’s charity and are hosting a spiritualist medium night on Thursday March 21 at the POSH executive suite.

Jacqueline Lesley who’s appeared on Sky Living’s Psychic Live will be there from 7 – 10pm plus there’ll be other fundraising during the night. Tickets are £10 from Cherie on 07548 794563 or laura.chalmers@bglgroup.co.uk

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BRASSED OFF BAND JOINS CITY CHOIR! The internationally acclaimed Grimethorpe Colliery Band will be joining forces with the Peterborough Male Voice Choir, Peterborough Voices and the Peterborough Youth Choir for a spectacular evening of voices and brass on Saturday April 20 at 7.30pm.

It’s an exciting opportunity to see the Grimethorpe Colliery band perform with a range of local vocalists whom together create a sound grand enough to fill any venue. The now famous Grimethorpe Colliery Band has quite the record of impressive achievements. The band featured in the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games, has several albums, won numerous competitions and won first place in the 1992 National Brass Band Championship at the Royal Albert Hall!

HORMONAL HOUSEWIVES It’s a mystery how women cope with their hormones but 80s star Toyah Wilcox aims to have a laugh finding out. The singer – she of the orange hair and wild make-up back in the day – turned actress some time ago and is now appearing in a great new sketch style show with Julie Coombe called Hormonal Housewives which should be a good giggle on Tuesday March 12. Is your man more James May than Christian Grey? Then this is the show for you!

Following on from their hugely successful 2012 tour the Hormonal Housewives are coming to The Cresset for the very first time. This show is all about hilarious sketches looking at everything that makes today’s woman tick (or get ticked off), from the joys of teenagers, to the challenge of IKEA, the madness of holiday reps and the insanity of DIY. So grab your girlfriends for a hilariously funny evening with the Hormonal Housewives – what they can’t teach you about modern womanhood isn’t worth knowing!

Tickets are £20 and are available by calling 01733 265705 or visit www.cresset.co.uk Alex Jones

THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS From Wednesday March 20 to Saturday March 23 Kenneth Grahame's classic tale of Ratty, Mole, Badger and Toad will be brought to life when The Wind in the Willows comes to the South Holland Centre in Spalding.

When Mole is persuaded to abandon the spring-cleaning and go boating, he discovers a whole new world where not all animals are friendly. Spiced with Alan Bennett’s sharp wit this show is not just for kids but for all the family, so join the cast in a series of hair and fur-raising adventures where the gang’s courage will be tested to the limit.

Shows begin at 7.30pm with a Saturday matinee showing at 2.30pm. Tickets are £9.50 (£8.50 for over 60s, disabled & under 26s). Box office: 01775 764777. Alex Jones

The band’s formation was also the focal point of the film Brassed Off which starred Ewan McGregor and Tara Fitzgerald. So if you’re in the mood for the big sounds of the finest choirs in Peterborough and one of the best brass bands in the world this is the event for you!

Tickets for the show at Kingsgate Auditorium in Peterborough range from £10.40 – £21 and can be ordered from the box office on 01733 452336 or online at www.peterboroughmvchoir.org.uk Alex Jones

COMEDY @ THE RUGBY CLUB Peterborough Rugby Club brings an evening of class comedy entertainment to the city on Saturday April 13.

Just like the famous Comedy Club in London this night features a compere and four professional comedians, all of whom have appeared on National TV and at top comedy venues throughout the UK. It’s the ideal event for a night out with your mates or the office crowd and is over 18s only.

Tickets include a snack supper and there’s a licensed bar so book early. Tickets are on general sale priced £12.50 single and £20 double, group bookings at discounted rates can also be arranged.

For tickets call Archie Bennett on 07540 777753.

CAFÉ CHAOS THE KOSH On Friday March 15 you’re invited to dine at the Café Chaos – where comic confusion spills from the kitchen.

Waiters and diners collide, lovers meet, identities are traded and secrets uncovered in a dangerously disastrous night.

Described as ‘positively dazzling’ and ‘dance theatre at its best’ the award winning production company The Kosh brew up a melting pot of music, dance, comedy and theatre to keep you on the edge of your seat as the stories unfold.

Catch this one of a kind performance at the South Holland Centre in Spalding.

Tickets are £11 (discounts for over 60s, under 26s and disabled). Box office: 01775 764777.

Alex Jones

BACK TO BROADWAY Back to Broadway, a show that celebrates the best qualities of musical theatre, comes to the Stamford Corn Exchange on Saturday March 9. From the heartbreaking beauty and power of Memory, Music of the Night and Don’t Cry for Me Argentina, to the feel good energy of Summer Nights and Footloose, this show encompasses all 360 degrees of the musical theatre experience.

The critically acclaimed show features 30 of the best loved tunes from Cats, Phantom of the Opera, Chicago, Les Miserables, Grease, Lion King, West Side Story and many, many more, all performed live on stage by some of the best singers and dancers working today. Each song is interwoven by a narrator who gives the audience just a little of the history and plotline of each musical, allowing you to step straight into the story.

Tickets are £16.50 (concessions £15.50). Box office: 01780 766455. Alex Jones

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A NIGHT OF DIRTY DANCING Have the time of your life when the sexiest song and dance sensation of 2013, Dirty Dancing comes to The Cresset on Friday April 26. Presented by an all-star west end cast, the hits are superbly performed in this fast moving, slickly choreographed theatrical treat.

Including She’s Like the Wind, Big Girls Don’t Cry and of course, the Oscar-winning (I’ve Had) The Time of My Life, music fans are invited to take a trip back to the summer of ’63 to relive Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey’s sizzling performance in the box office hit that’s become a cult classic.

Show producer Michael Taylor says – “Prepare for A Night of Dirty Dancing – not the West End and touring musical, but the brand-new sensational, inspirational, ‘aspirational’ box office smash of the year.

The whole world loves Dirty Dancing, it’s the ultimate coming of age romance and truly iconic entertainment.”

Tickets are £21.50 and available from the Cresset box office. Call 01733 265705 or visit www.cresset.co.uk or www.easytheatres.com.

Alex Jones

KEY BRINGS BOLLYWOOD TO THE BORO The Key Theatre have dedicated their Spring Season to providing Peterborough with some of the most innovative creative companies the UK currently has to offer – and this month they’re bringing in Bollywood!

On Tuesday March 12 the theatre plays hosts to a modern-Mumbai masterpiece: Kanjoos – The Miser. The production is by the UK’s foremost South Asian theatre company, the critically acclaimed Tara Arts, and TV funny-man Hardeep Singh Kohli (Celebrity Masterchef, The Wright Stuff and The Nearly Naked Chef).

The company are renowned for bringing global theatre to local audiences, and have built up an impeccable reputation through their co-productions with the Royal National Theatre whilst also launching the careers of Ayub Khan Din (EastEnders), Sanjeev Bhaskar (The Kumars at No 42) and Naveen Andrews (LOST). Kanjoos – The Miser features some of the best in British South Asian acting talent including Antony Bunsee (Hollyoaks, Eastenders, Sex and The City 2) who plays the flea-sucking miser, Harjinder.

Comedy, love, lust, greed, dance and magical Bollywood music are the ingredients that make this a must-see show.

Box office: 01733 207239 or book online at www.vivacity-peterborough.com

BOTTLE ROCKET COMEDY @ THE KEY The Key’s monthly comedy club returns on Friday March 15 with Matthew Osborn – a hugely talented stand-up who’s supported Harry Hill and Al Murray on tour, and was crowned English Comedian of the Year in 2010. Support comes from Ivo Graham and Hayley Ellis so don’t miss a good giggle.

The show’s on in the intimate Key Studio. Box office: 01733 207239.

TALKING HEADS @ STAMFORD

JIVE TALKIN’ Big hair, white teeth and high voices – it can only be the Bee Gees! Despite mainly being linked to Saturday Night Fever the brothers Gibb actually had over 40 UK hit singles and have sold over 200 million records. Here’s your chance to relive their greatest hits in Jive Talkin’ at the Key on Friday March 15. The show presents their life story with all the songs you know, sung by three singers who’ve performed live with the Bee Gees themselves and sound uncannily similar! Tickets are £19 (£17 concessions). Box office: 01733 207239.

Shoestring opens its 2013 season with Alan Bennett's Talking Heads. One of Britain's best-loved and most highly acclaimed writers, Alan Bennett has created four unforgettable characters and a vivid world of loss, guilt, loneliness and occasional joy, shot through with his trademark wit and warmth. Small lives open up unexpected vistas and faded memories come alive.

Hailed by The Sunday Times as ‘amongst the finest amateur reps in England...’ Shoestring is delighted to be able to bring these intriguing characters to life. Laughter and tears, but above all empathy, are guaranteed at Stamford Arts Centre.

Tickets at £8 (£7 concessions). Box office: 01780 763203.

THE RAT PACK SLEEPING BEAUTY RETURN Relive the Rat Pack era of Vegas crooners Frank, Dean and Sammy in this great tribute show to the guys who really showed us how to have a good time. Featuring David Alacey (Lovejoy), Des Coleman (EastEnders and The One Show) and Paul Drakely (BBC Musician of the Year) expect great versions of the tunes everybody knows and loves.

This time they’re also joined by Kenny Lynch with the Flamingo Showgirls adding some extra razzle dazzle!

Box office: 01733 207239.

BALLET

Vienna Festival Ballet returns to Stamford Corn Exchange with their traditional, enchanting production of The Sleeping Beauty.

A classic fairy tale set to Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score, stunning choreography, beautiful costumes, all combine to portray the struggle between good and evil. Ballet fans shouldn’t miss this on Saturday March 23. Tickets: £18.50 (concession £17.50, child £11). Box office: 01780 766455.

MAGICAL MOTOWN NIGHT

ROMANTIC COMPOSERS The City of Peterborough Symphony Orchestra’s spring concert is filled with romantic ardour.

Music comes from three of the most popular composers, comprising Tchaikovsky’s 5th Symphony, Elgar’s Froissart overture and Bruch’s violin concerto No1. The soloist is former winner in the BBC Young Musician of the Year competition, David Le Page, playing on an 1874-made violin.

The concert’s being held at The Voyager Academy, Mountsteven Avenue, Walton, on Sunday March 17, 3pm-5pm. Adult ticket prices are £12.50 and £10.50 (concessions) and will be available on the door. Bookings can also be made at www.cpso.org.uk Accompanied schoolchildren are free.

Thursday March 7 sees The Magic of Motown Temptations, Supremes, Four Tops, Jackson 5, show return to the Cresset with their brand new Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Lionel Richie and show as part of the I'll Be There 2013 Tour. more. Dazzling dance moves, glittering costumes galore and – tighter than the Funk Brothers in This all-new show is packed with 36 back-totheir prime – the incredible Magic of Motown back massive Motown hits. Five-star band. Don’t miss the show of the year… just performances authentically revive the style and call its name and you’ll be there! Box office: sophistication of all the Detroit legends – The 01733 265705. www.espmag.co.uk

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Life’s Too Short not to laugh…

Although I’m disappointed to hear that we won’t be getting a full second series of Life’s Too Short, it’s good to know that a special episode will be making it’s way to our television screens this month.

Not much has been given away as to the plot, but we do know that Hollywood actor Val Kilmer will be making an appearance, who Warwick starred alongside in Willow.

As a huge fan of Warwick Davis, Ricky Gervais and Steve Merchant, I couldn’t wait to see 2012’s Life’s Too Short. This mockumentary Mikey Clarke saw local celeb Warwick playing a fictionalised version of himself, struggling as a showbiz dwarf.

Also starring in this hilarious show was Gervais, Merchant and numerous A-List celebrities, all playing warped versions of themselves.

It’s also been revealed that during this one-off special we’ll be seeing much more of Keith Chegwin, Shaun Williamson and Les Dennis, as Warwick attempts to resurrect their careers.

And Ricky and Steve will of course be returning too.

Discussing the show, Warwick said – "I am thrilled to be able to step back into Warwick's shoes again for this special. Ricky and Stephen's scripts are always a gift to play and the inclusion of Val Kilmer is nothing short of genius." Mark Freeland, BBC Head of Comedy, added – “Warwick Davis has proved he’s an idiot abroad. It’s time again to see him prove that he’s an idiot at home, too. Fictionally speaking.”

Keep checking out www.espmag.co.uk for updates on when exactly the show will air. Until then, continue reading for my top five moments of last year’s popular series…

1) The Washing Machine: Warwick is disappointed to hear that his new washing machine is not going to be installed by the delivery men, as the old one is still attached to the walls.

He takes it upon himself to uninstall the old machine himself and put it out with the rubbish. It’s here that he’s told it can’t be kept with the rubbish, and so the actor tips it downhill and into a ditch. After all this, Warwick discovers that he actually tipped the brand new washing machine by mistake.

2) The Wedding Speech: Warwick is invited to a Star Wars themed wedding. The bride and groom are instantly disappointed with the fact he’s not turned up dressed as a Ewok, so arrange for him to wear a hollowed out teddy bear. Things get even worse for Warwick as his wedding speech doesn’t get the laughs he’d hoped for. It’s not surprising with gags such as – “Traditionally the best man’s speech is about making the groom feel uncomfortable for five minutes, which is exactly what Nigel does to Emma in bed.”

3) Johnny Depp: Like all cameo appearances in Life’s Too Short, we see Depp playing a fictionalised version of himself. In this particular episode, Depp calls upon Warwick to study his way of life, in preparation for a film role where Depp plays a dwarf. Gervais worked his magic in getting Depp to say and do controversial things. The blockbuster actor later emailed Gervais and joked – “Upon this debut I anticipate an immediate 95 per cent plummet in my earnings. Thank you for ruining my career."

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4) The Party: Warwick puts on a showbiz flat-warming party, which disappointingly only attracts attention from people such as Keith Chegwin, Les Dennis and Shaun Williamson.

The three spend the whole time depressingly discussing how their careers have gone downhill. The biggest name to attend is Cat Deeley, who becomes frustrated with Warwick starting rumours about them dating.

5) Liam Neeson: The actor known for his serious roles in films such as Taken and Schindler's List makes an appearance asking for tips on performing stand-up comedy.

When giving an example of his ‘comedy talent’, he presents a skit which is darker than his film roles – which says a lot.

The Life's Too Short special will air on BBC Two and BBC HD in March.

Mikey Clarke

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CHARITY ‘LOCK IN’ @ OUTFIT Love to shop and love to help a good cause? Try this great event this month at OUTFIT at Brotherhood Shopping Park in Walton. On Thursday March 7, fashion will meet charity as the store holds a Friends and Family ‘Lock In’ event to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Society.

From 7pm – 9pm you can shop all the great new looks in a relaxed setting whilst being able to get expert style tips on all the latest trends for the new season from the OUTFIT style advisors. Plus for some extra pampering there’ll be mini manicures and hair makeovers by top professionals.

Even better you’ll also receive a fantastic discount of 10% on all brands in store including Topshop, Miss Selfridge, Dorothy Perkins and Burtons as well as the chance to win gift vouchers ranging from £5 to £20. The first 20 people in the door to the event will also be given an incredible goodie bag.

Tickets are available on the door or in advance from OUTFIT at Brotherhood Shopping Park for only £1.

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Strictly Come Dancing winner and Olympic gymnast Louis Smith from Eye is set to make a guest appearance at a star-studded charity event in the city.

We see more of Louis on the TV these days on shows like The Brits so this is a great chance to see our local celeb back in his home town! He’ll be appearing alongside guest speaker, TV personality and presenter, Paul Ross, at a charity dinner.

The black tie event, on Thursday March 21 is being organised by the NSPCC’s Peterborough Business Support Group and will include a drinks reception, three course meal, raffle and auction. Both Louis Smith and Paul Ross will be meeting and greeting guests at the Holiday Inn West in Thorpe Wood. A limited number of VIP packages offering the chance to enjoy champagne and canapés with the pair and to receive a souvenir photograph are available.

Money raised at the charity dinner will be used to benefit vulnerable children in the area.

Tickets, priced at £55 or £500 for a table of 10, and information are available by emailing carol@tme.uk.com or by calling 01733 223031.

HOTTS LAUNCH PARTY New theatre school H.O.T.T.S. (Hall of Talent Theatre School) is launching with a party on Friday March 22 between 5pm and 8pm. This new school holds classes at Rocket Park Rehearsal Studios and started at the beginning of this term. Jenny Hall has been teaching for 15 years and brings a wealth of experience in her core Ballet teaching, other dance styles and musical theatre / singing studies. She’s already organised trips for the students to visit Move It, the UK’s largest dance exhibition and to see Hairspray in Milton Keynes. Several students are also entered for the Cecchetti Choreographic Competition in London. All of this aims to give the children the widest possible view of the industry as well as top quality coaching in class.

Springfields Outlet Shopping in Spalding is always worth a visit for a bargain but over the Easter Bank Holiday Weekend they’re open all four days even Easter Sunday when over 45 stores will be open.

They’ve teamed up with Thorntons and are having the Biggest Ever Easter Egg Hunt at Springfields when one lucky entrant stands a chance to win not only a year’s supply of chocolate worth £400 from Thorntons, but a WiiU console, game and accessories worth £280 from Game! There’ll be a small charge to enter.

Also over the Bank Holiday weekend, there’s a children’s petting zoo where the kids can get up close and personal with lots of cute and cuddly animals, children’s rides and the fabulous display fountains will be running, the gardens will look stunning with floral displays and the Spalding Water Taxi starts running again.

See www.hotts.co.uk or call Jenny on 07900 213732.

MARCH MADNESS @ SACREWELL FARM Bottle feed a lamb, treat your mum to a day out and chase down the Easter Bunny at Sacrewell Farm during a month of ‘March Madness’!

Lambing season starts on Saturday March 2, with the arrival of Jacob and Lincoln Longwool lambs. Among the new arrivals will be some orphaned lambs which staff at Sacrewell will hand rear with the help of visitors.

Every day from March 2 – April 16 rangers will be giving talks about lambing

and there may even be the chance to bottle feed them yourselves!

To celebrate Mother’s Day on Sunday March 10, Sacrewell will open its doors to mums for free so why not take her for a delicious Sunday roast in their restaurant, Fresh.

March will be rounded up with the start of the Easter holidays and the arrival of the Easter Bunny!

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Fans of Tamla Motown and northern soul classics get ready to party! Your favourite DJs from the local scene will be playing out the classics you love at the Braza Club in March on Friday March 8. On the decks will be John Bradley, Martin Topley and Andy ‘Smudge’ Smith. Tickets are £6 in advance from Lakers and The Music Box in Wisbech, Larry’s Heal Bar in Whittlesey or the Braza Ckub in March.

Call 07950 468011 for details.

It’s time for some girl power at a special self protection event supported by Motorpoint in Peterborough this month. Pete Holmes and Steven Lloyd – two experts in multiple self protection techniques – will be demonstrating self defence for women at Spiral Gymnastics on Mallard Road in Bretton in this special one off event on Sunday March 24. It’s on from 1.30pm – 3.30pm for free although they’ll be taking donations for Rape Crisis. Motorpoint will be providing rape alarms to those who attend but you must book in advance as places are limited – call Emma or Steve on 07943 807941.

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Enchanted Wood from March 29 – April 14 where you’ll be challenged to find an Easter egg hidden among the undergrowth.

Once you have found your egg your next challenge is to find the Easter Bunny who’ll be waiting for you with a chocolate surprise!

The Big Bunny Hunt costs £3 per child and £1.50 per adult. Normal Farm admission still applies. For info visit www.sacrewell.org.uk or call 01780 782254.

CHARITY RACE NIGHT @ ANGEL SPICE If you're looking for a great night out, look no further than Angel Spice in Stilton who are hosting a charity Race Night in aid of the RAF Wings Appeal.

Three customers from Stilton – Melissa Clarke, Emma Ward and Andrew Pruhs are running the Virgin London Marathon 2013 for this amazing charity who support and help serving and ex-servicemen and women and their families through difficult times. The evening starts at 7.30pm on Thursday March 28 and kicks off with an extensive Indian buffet followed by a night of racing. Last year the event raised £2,000 for MacMillian and was a huge success. Book early to avoid disappointment by calling Angel Spice on 01733 244373.

STROLL UNDER THE STARS FOR THORPE HALL HOSPICE Trainers at the ready folks – once again ESP Magazine is pleased to be supporting the Starlight Hike in aid of Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice.

Now open to men, women and children, this year’s event will be taking place on Sunday May 26 but you can start to register now.

It’s a 10k walk around the east of Peterborough and taking in the likes of the embankment along the route. The walk will start at 8pm, so this is a great opportunity for a family sunset stroll!

With Monday being a bank holiday, there’ll be plenty of opportunity to rest your weary legs before heading back to work.

This year marks the 60th anniversary of the Sue Ryder charity, so this is a fantastic way to show your support for your local hospice. Over the last five years walkers have raised around £400,000 for Thorpe Hall, which helps Sue Ryder to provide care and support for people in the local area at a very challenging time in their life.

Registration is £15 and includes a goody bag on the night, a T-shirt and refreshments after the walk. Under 16s go free.

To register contact the fundraising team on 01733 330060 or email thorpe.fundraising@sueryder.org.

EASTER CHARITY BALL Time to get your glad rags on for a fabulous Easter Ball and auction in aid of Crohns and Colits UK.

Lise Griffiths has organised this event inspired by both her best friend and husband who have the conditions and tickets are £28 each.

Tickets are available from Lise on 07871 508938 or lise_griffiths@hotmail.com

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The night at the Talbot Hotel in Oundle on Saturday March 23 includes a three course meal, music DJ, raffle and some great auction prizes including £200 worth of

beauty treatments, a photoshoot package and some experiences in London such as a four star hotel stay and afternoon tea for two, and an ice-climbing experience.

HOLLYWOOD COMES TO PETERBOROUGH Peterborough residents are being encouraged to dress up as their favourite Hollywood character for an exciting event happening in the city soon, on behalf of Arthritis Research UK. 200 places are available for a Hollywood themed charity party taking place at Radius (above the Solstice) on Monday April 1 from 6.30pm.

Tickets cost just £10 per person, with all funds going to Arthritis Research UK. This price includes entry into the venue, American themed cuisine, a raffle ticket for the chance to win an American themed hamper, and live entertainment.

A raffle, quiz, professional photographer, and fundraising games will also be available on the night.

For tickets to this event call Lorenzo on 07908 087469 or email monteforte.l@hotmail.co.uk To find out more about Arthritis Research UK, visit www.arthritisresearchuk.org

to present the Best British Live Act to Coldplay at the 2013 Brit Awards and he was himself presented with the Sports Personality of the Year Award at the Peterborough Telegraph Sports Awards. He’ll also be back in the ’boro on March 21 as the special guest at the NSPPC Business Support Group Dinner at the Holiday Inn and is finding time to release a book in 2013, what a busy boy!

But between the awards and accolades, Louis has found time to support charities such as Comic Relief and will be taking part in Graham Norton’s bid to set a new TV chat show record when he takes over BBC 3 for a whole evening on March 7. And incase anyone was worried about the famous Smith physique now he’s no longer keeping in shape ‘pommeling’ the horse or tangoing his socks off, fear not as Louis will be joining ex- England cricketers Michael Vaughan and Phil Tufnell on a charity bike ride in September.

Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, and local lad Louis Smith

STRICTLY COME CYCLING Local lad Louis Smith is showing his charitable side as he joins Tuffers on a bike challenge and Graham Norton for Comic Relief. ESP’s Sarah Tempest tries to keep up with Eye’s tangoing gymnast…

With Silver and Bronze Olympic medals and the Strictly Come Dancing Glitter Ball trophy under his belt, no-one can deny that 2012 was a massive year for local gymnastics

hero Louis Smith but, never one to rest on his laurels, 2013 is shaping up to be even bigger for the former Arthur Mellows boy.

Not only was there the Strictly Live Tour, where our Louis won an impressive 29 times out of a possible 31, but he’s now Louis Smith MBE after being honoured by the Queen in the New Year’s Honours List, meaning we all have to curtsey when we see him back home in Eye. OK, I may be slightly joking about that last bit but the award is a huge honour and well deserved after his achievements. Louis also found time

Loveable Olly is following in the footsteps of fellow X Factor stars JLS and will perform a big outdoor gig on Sunday June 2 and we’re counting down the days.

It’s fantastic to see another big pop name come to the city and we’re looking forward to news of who’ll be the support acts so keep an eye on www.espmag.co.uk for all the latest news.

Olly’s eagerly awaited second single Army of Two, from his latest album, will be out on March 10.

“I did it with Future Cut, and I wanted to write a song for my fans,” says Olly of the new single. “That’s what Army Of Two is meant to mean – it’s about me and them. Although it can be about any relationship between your family, or your friends. It’s a fantastic, feelgood song and it just feels so anthemic – I love it!”

Since becoming runner-up in 2009’s series of The X Factor, the singer-songwriter’s had huge success with two albums and a succession of catchy singles like Heart Skips a Beat and Dance with me Tonight.

Olly’s third and most recent album, Right Place Right Time – released in November last year – became the fastest selling male solo album of 2012 in the UK and went straight to No.1 in the UK Album Chart, with the lead single Troublemaker (featuring Flo Rida) reaching the No.1 spot in the UK Singles Chart, meaning Olly held the top spot in both charts at the same time!

Olly says he’s excited about his forthcoming summer tour – “I can pack it with songs that fans really love, that will get everyone up and dancing, that will engage. I’m an entertainer and a performer – and I admire the likes of Justin Timberlake, Michael Buble, Robbie Williams: all solo artists who can hold a crowd in the palm of their hands.

It’s about having good music and a great band behind you – and I have. I think people know that it’ll be a fun show, we’ll have a good laugh and I’ll connect with them. Have a good time.”

The outdoor concert in the city is in association with radio station Heart FM and is taking place on Sunday June 2. For more info, or to book tickets for the event, visit www.nationalboxoffice.co.uk or call 0871 224 1112 / 0844 888 9991.

Wheelchair users should contact the dedicated booking line 0115 959 7908.

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Louis is not the only celebrity to be joining ex-England skipper Vaughan on the trip as he’ll be leading a host of celebrities around the cricket venues staging the summer one-day series with Australia.

“...no-one can deny that 2012 was a massive year for local gymnastics hero Louis Smith...”

OLLY’S ON HIS WAY! We can’t wait for the summer and we can’t wait for that little ‘troublemaker’ himself, Olly Murs to perform on the Embankment.

Imaginatively named ‘The Michael Vaughan Bike Ride’ Louis will join his fellow Strictly star Michael, and former Strictly contestant and I’m a Celebrity winner Phil, on a 91 mile leg from Manchester to Edgbaston cricket ground on their 12 day 462 mile trip, raising funds for Laureus Sport for Food and the Cricket Foundation’s Chance to Shine initiative.

ESP will be following Louis’ training and progress for this event so watch this space for updates on every achy muscle and bendy spoke, wonder if there’s any chance of a backie?

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Liquorice is the most potent aphrodisiac scent that stimulates her sexual desire according to The Smell and Taste Center in Chicago. No need for an exotic oyster meal tonight then, I’ll just empty a bag of Liquorice Allsorts onto her plate instead.

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ANTONIO AND THE GREEDY ITALIAN

I first got together with my culinary hero when he was our special guest at the Italian Festival a couple of years ago. My addiction back then was critical but in a stable condition.

But my pasta-driven carnal desires have spiraled out of control since our most recent flirtatious exchange about the world’s most appetising food.

I’m a man possessed and have already dined in Carluccio’s three times in the space of 10 days and I’m booked in for lunch twice more in March. My mission is to have sampled the entire menu by the end of summer and book in for a gastric band operation in time for Christmas.

The food and atmosphere in Carluccio’s is addictive. I know I’ve

got a problem and turning to elastic waistband trousers for work attire isn’t the answer. The first thing I need to do is ask my editor to take down my interview with Antonio from the ESP website. It’ll stop me constantly re-reading Antonio’s responses to my Italian food-related questions.

Anyone wanting to read my interview with the main man can do so here www.espmag.co.uk/twogreedy-italians-at-carluccios/ before it’s archived to protect my health.

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Interviewing Antonio Carluccio at the official opening of his city centre restaurant fuelled my shameless addiction to Italian food porn.

JOIN ME ON THE ANNUAL EGG RUN! It’s that time of year again when the Peterborough Lambretta and Vespa Scooter Club strap Easter eggs to their two-wheeled machines and deliver them to The Manor children’s home and Sue Ryder at Thorpe Hall.

The club’s 16th annual Easter Egg Run takes place on Saturday March 23 and this time I’ll be (as long as it’s not raining!) joining the 300-strong convoy across our city right from the start instead of halfway through like I did last year.

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I was recently made a member of the club (thanks for the banner guys, it covers a stone chip) and must admit it feels quite cool being part of a unique, community-minded organisation with a friendly bunch of members.

Saturday March 2 is the official launch of the new BMW R 1200 GS and I’ve been invited by Man About Town sponsors – Balderston – to a special pre-launch event on the Friday evening that’s shrouded in secrecy.

The only instructions I’ve been given by the Baldeston boys (and Michelle) in Hampton is to block my diary out from 6.45pm until 9pm. I was hoping for a little more to go on, like: “Bring your passport and riding gear,” or “Do you like Kelly Brook?” but unfortunately they’re keeping tight lipped about this one.

What I do know is that it’s an invite only event and I’ll be one of 150 people on the list. It’s times like this when all I can do is remember my mum’s advice: “Always make sure you’re wearing clean pants and remember to wash behind your ears.” I’ve followed these words of wisdom for years and they cater for most eventualities.

I guess there’s nothing else I can say at this point except read my column next month when all will be revealed!

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Riders come from as far afield as London, King’s Lynn, Kettering, Northampton, Corby and Great Yarmouth to be part of the egg run. The day starts with a custom show at the Cherry Tree pub in Woodston (where the club meets every other Sunday) from 11am.

Trophies are awarded to best Lambretta/Vespa, best custom scooter, best cut-down and punter’s choice. Patches

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and stickers will also be sold with proceeds going to charity.

The event finale takes place at Fletton Ex-Service and Working Men’s Club on Fletton High Street, with a performance by ska band Big 10 and local DJ's Paul Davis and Oxford Paul playing ska, Motown, mod and soul music.

Start time is 7.30pm and it’s just £5 on the door. Visit www.plvsc.co.uk and get the latest updates on the club’s Facebook page.

Easter

And I thought it was about the death and resurrection of Christ?

– Cadbury’s, chicks, muffin tops, panettone, acid reflux, Bank Holiday, beer, kebab, sickie, flip-flops, no meat, ungrateful, Asda price, incubator, calories, chocolate fountain, affair, British summertime and extra packaging to landfill.

>> Stew – enter PGER before another fracture! >> Vic – get that Vespa in the gym... >> Ando – can we go Eastern Delight next time? >> ‘Natasha’ – let me be your publicist >> Ma – happy Mother’s Day >> Steve and Gemma – time for us to hook up

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THE START OF A POINTLESS TV CAREER? Those of you who've been reading this column since I first began writing it 14 years ago will remember my promising TV career.

I presented my own football discussion programme (Peptalk) and appeared on countless football shows during a three year spell that helped me land a job in the Posh press office.

Easter is a festival that brings people together no matter what your age; everyone enjoys receiving a chocolate egg. Whether it’s partaking in an egg hunt or passing around the Columba cake, Easter is a welcome chance to enjoy time with the family. This year, Carluccio’s selection of gifts celebrates the joys of spring with a palette of fresh greens and warm golds that leave you feeling that winter is long gone.

THE EGGS Carluccio’s beautifully hand decorated ‘big egg’ is sure to impress, available in milk, dark and white chocolate (400g, £15.95). Or why not try the fun and quirky ‘egg box’ – a clear egg carton containing six dark chocolate ‘hen’s eggs’ in candy coloured sugar shells (230g, £9.95).

THE EASTER CHARACTERS Choose from ‘gallina’ – a delightful and artisanal chocolate hen sitting on a bed of mini chocolate eggs, available in milk, dark and white chocolate (150g, £6.50) or Carluccio’s take on the ‘Easter basket’ (£9.95) filled with a colourful mixture of mini eggs, chocolate farmyard animals and fruit sweets.

THE TRADITIONAL CAKE Carluccio’s presents its much loved Colomba Tradizionale – the classic Italian Easter cake, made with candied fruit and sultanas and topped with hazelnut icing and almonds (750g, £13.95).

I worked hard to create a professional TV reputation for myself until one day I blew it with a stint on The Weakest Link where I was voted off for being sexist. In short, I made a t*t of myself and cringe every time someone mentions it to me.

So when our Mikey told me he was appearing on Pointless I really hoped that my ESP TV apprentice would do me proud. I'm pleased to say that despite wearing a dodgy check shirt and having a bit of a moment when it came to Australians, Mikey did the business for our city and I've got a funny feeling we'll be seeing more of him on a TV screen near you soon.

He told me: "It was a great experience being at the BBC TV studios in London for a few days filming. The most nerve wracking thing was waiting for the question categories to come up and hoping you don't make a total fool of yourself when answering. Anyone who saw my performance will hopefully forgive me for my lack of knowledge on Australian people (sorry to all the Aussies) and the wife’s attempt in answering a question about American baseball teams.

Although we didn’t walk away with any cash, hopefully we did Peterborough a little bit proud.”

THERE’S A RUNNER IN EVERYONE (EVEN OUR MIKEY!) Talking of Mikey following in my footsteps, after taking part in the Perkins Great Eastern Run three times myself I’ve handed over my trainers to my young protégé (sorry about the smell mate!)

The PGER is now open for entries so whether you’re a dedicated runner or just a good hearted fun runner for charity now’s the time to take up the challenge.

ESP reporter Mikey Clarke is stretching his hamstrings as you read this as he’s signing up for this year s event on Sunday October 13 to raise money for Arthritis Research UK.

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Last year the event attracted more than 5,500 competitors who ran the half marathon, fun run and wheelchair race and it would be great to bump up that number for this year’s event.

The route is one of the flattest half marathons in the country and it’s also one of the quickest.

For more info about the race, visit www.perkinsgreateasternrun.co.uk

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MARCH LOVE FOR MOTHERS It’s Easter at the end of this month and naturally donations of Cadbury’s Crème Eggs will be gratefully received – thank you. But more importantly in March (10), it’s Mother’s Day. No doubt Shell garage flowers will once again come to the rescue (Valentine’s being the first occasion this year) for most of us blokes who are rubbish at buying gifts.

But it’s the thought that counts and I always like to remind myself of my favourite Irish proverb, which sums up the love we have for our mums: “A man loves his sweetheart the most; his wife the best, but his mother the longest.”

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COMEDY GIGS Need a laugh after seeing your credit card bill? Try one of these fantastic live stand up nights for great comedy value!

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Funhouse Comedy brings another night of laughter to the Angel Hotel in Bourne. Headlining is the intelligent, controversially witty, hip and silly Markus Birdman.

Supporting is comedian, writer and presenter Rob Heeney.

Completing the line-up will be Tom Toal with his distinctive appeal and laid back delivery. Compere for the night will be the amiable and amusing Paul Ricketts. Tickets are £5 in advance www.funhousecomedy.co.uk

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The Funhouse comedy guys keep rolling out the laughs at the North Street Bar in Peterborough and this month bring us actor and comedian Brendan Dempsey, he of the Paddy Power ads, multi award winning Matt Rees, Jon Murfin and compere Ben Murray.

Tickets are £7.50 adv (includes nibbles). For info and tickets see www.funhousecomedy.co.uk

CRESSET COMEDY CLUB What better way to celebrate the best/worst TV sitcom of 2013* than with the Mostly Funny limited edition 'Mrs Brown's Boys' novelty plate. Available now for all fans of TV comedy to hang on your kitchen wall/smash to pieces on the floor* This unique memento of the hilarious/lowest common denominator comedy show of the year* can be yours to treasure until the show returns at Christmas/is cancelled*.

Featuring Mrs Brown's side-splitting catchphrase from the end of the current series "I didn't like this f***ing kitchen anyway!" exclaimed in reaction to one of her idiot sons driving his car through the wall of her kitchen which had been renovated at the start of the episode by another of her idiot sons.

The MF novelty plate is handcrafted and designed by a man who looks a bit like Barry McGuigan, lives in Florida and dresses up as an Irish family matriach with a heart of gold who says the ‘F’ word more effing times than is effing well effing needed for an effing joke or bit of effing dialogue to effing work. The novelty plate is made from 100% recycled materials… (the commemorative plates made in the seventies for a sitcom called 'Are You Being Stereotyped').

Coloured in a tasteful shade of turd brown, the plate will provide you with constant enjoyment everytime something vaguely amusing/annoying happens in your own kitchen and you're able to recite the catchphrase "I didn't like this f***ing kitchen anyway!" Can't get your freezer compartment open because it's frosted up? "I didn't like this f***ing kitchen anyway!". Boiled your kettle with no water in it – "I didn't like this f***ing kitchen anyway!" etc etc. It's the comedy catchphrase sweeping the nation’s kitchens so don't be left crying over spilt milk from your fridge – order yours today!

Just send £199.99 to: ’F***ing kitchen’ plate offer Mostly Funny HQ, PEE 5OF * delete as applicable.

Book early – tickets £11.50 advance.

Box office: 01733 265705.

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May 6 – Lee Nelson May 14 – Suggs – My life story in words May 20 – The Lumberjacks – Stewart Francis, Craig Campbell & Glen Wool July 12 – Jimmy Carr October 29 – Paul Merton & Impro chums

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The monthly comedy club at Mama Liz’s Voodoo Lounge in Stamford returns with more great acts from the comedy circuit. Doors 8pm - Admission £8 (£6) more details on www.mamaliz.co.uk

Here are some dates you might wanna look into…

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This month’s line up features hilarious jokes and observations from Dougie Dunlop, the man currently supporting Kevin Bridges on his UK tour. Support comes from Quincy: Star of Radio 1 Xtra and Radio 4’s Comedy On The Boat with agonisingly funny tales of parenthood. Pat Cahill – Unique and original gags from the act voted Chortle Club Comic 2012 and quick witted Scouse compere Ben Van Der Velde.

COMEDY AT THE CRESSET Alternatively, you could use your cash to buy tickets to a live comedy gig instead. Details of all the regular ones over the next month are on the right hand side but there's also some good names coming to The Cresset over the next few months worth looking out for. Get in their quick as several gigs such as Micky Flanagan’s are already a sell out.

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EASTER Treat s John Lewis Queensgate - Hope & Greenwood, Farmer Greenwoods milk chocolate eggs & cups set £12

WILDWOOD RESTAURANT TO OPEN IN CITY We’re loving all the good food news in the city at the moment and hot on the heels of Carluccio’s opening it looks like Cathedral Square is set to see another new name as Wildwood is set to open a new outlet here.

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Following hot on the heels of the recent opening of Carluccio's on Cumbergate, this announcement will mean that all the units around Cathedral Square will be fully occupied.

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Wildwood’s ethos is to ‘serve great food, delivered by friendly staff in a relaxed, homely environment’. Specialities on the menu include grills, salads, and freshly prepared pastas – it’s all fresh high quality food and locally sourced – sounds good to us!

With its modern décor and high quality food the restaurant has impressed customers at existing locations including Canary Wharf, Covent Garden, Market Harborough and Gerrard’s Cross.

The Peterborough restaurant will create 30 jobs (even more good news!) and will operate throughout the day and evenings which should really add to the vibrant dining quarter we’ve seen develop around Cathedral Square.

It’s great to see that dining out has become much more a part of the city’s night time economy and creates a great balance of people socialising in the city after dark.

If you’re not familiar with the name, Wildwood is part of the highly respected restaurant group Tasty plc, which is operated by Samuel and Adam Kaye, co-founders of Italian restaurant chain ASK. They also own the well-known Dim T Asian restaurant brand.

Wildwood in Cathedral Square will be a restaurant for all ages, especially families, and will complement the growing food offer in the heart of the city.

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Steve Bowyer, Head of Economic development at Opportunity Peterborough, told ESP – “We’re delighted with Wildwood’s decision to come to Peterborough. This represents another important piece of the jigsaw to create a strong dining offer which is already pulling more and more people into the city centre. I am sure this will be a hugely popular addition to the daytime and evening economy and look forward to it being part of our vibrant city centre.”

Jonny Plant Chief Executive Officer of Wildwood, added – “We are really pleased to be coming to Peterborough. Cathedral Square is a great location for us and we look forward to providing a high quality, affordable and friendly experience to the people of Peterborough.”

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A planning application for the new Wildwood restaurant on Cathedral Square will be submitted to Peterborough City Council shortly.

For further details of the mouth-watering offering coming soon to Peterborough visit www.wildwoodrestaurants.co.uk

FOOD NEWS VEGGIE SOUP ON THE MENU AT GREENIVERSITY CLASS Getting into the idea of cooking for yourself but need to improve your skills from ‘advanced beans on toast’?! You can learn how to prepare a scrumptious soup at an upcoming Greeniversity class.

They’ll show you how to make tasty soup with seasonal and local veg on Wednesday March 13 at their latest class from 6pm to 8pm, this time at City College, Brook Street, Peterborough.

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Greeniversity Development Coordinator Ian Tennant said – “Cookery classes like this always prove to be some of the most fun. If you want to learn how to make your own delicious soup then sign up now.”

An impressive total of 600 classes have already been delivered in Peterborough since Greeniversity was created in 2010 by Peterborough Environment City Trust, a charity which delivers green projects for a sustainable Peterborough for more details visit www.greeniversity.org.uk.

BUCKS FIZZ @ THE BULL Yes it’s time to treat your mum and The Bull Hotel in Peterborough is promising to make her feel extra special on Sunday March 10. Book to dine there for a lovely three course lunch for £23.50 per adult (£13 kids under 10 years) and you’ll have Bucks Fizz and canapés delivered to your table.

Book on 01733 561364.

GIFT FOR MUM @ THE FALCON When you book to dine for Mother’s Day at the Falcon Hotel in Whittlesey every mum will receive a gift! It’s £13.95 per person, (£6.95 under 14s) and bookings are being taken 12.00 till 2.30pm.

Then on Easter Sunday why not dine out for just £13.95 per person with bookings being taken to dine between 12.00 and 2.30pm on 01733 351001.

The Golden Pheasant Etton Village A CAMRA award winning Freehouse and Restaurant March will be busy at The Golden Pheasant!

Mother’s Day Sunday 10th March Let us do the Sunday Lunch and treat Mum to a delicious Sunday Roast or something from our Specials Menu... and maybe some bubbly?

St Patrick’s Weekend 15th - 17th March Irish music, great value Guinness, Irish dining specials on the menu

Easter Weekend Fri 29th March to Mon 1st April Delicious Easter roasts and spring specials. The kids can have fun in our country garden play area and join our Easter Egg Hunt on Easter Sunday!

Easter Saturday evening - live music with The Collaborators

Throughout March – Live Music Every Saturday from 9pm – check the ESP Gig Guide and our website for great local bands

Weddings and Celebrations Planning your wedding or family celebration? We still have some weekend availability in 2013 and are taking advance bookings for 2014 for events held in our wonderful marquee, set in Etton’s beautiful countryside

The Golden Pheasant, 1 Main Road, Etton, Peterborough PE6 7DA Tel: 01733 252387 info@thegoldenpheasant.net • www.thegoldenpheaseant.net

Homecooked food served lunchtimes and evenings every day Senior Citizens lunches served Mon-Sat Mother’s Day bookings now being taken St George’s Day Beer Festival Saturday 20th April, 2pm til late Real Ales, Live Music & BBQ For more info please view our website:

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Day • Fully licensed bar and restaurant • Bar opens 12 noon – 12am - Karaoke in bar every Friday • Hotel rooms available

• Function rooms available – Weddings – Christenings – Birthday parties and special occasions • Heated smoke shelter • Live entertainment last Saturday of every month

£13.95 per person, £6.95 under 14s – includes gift for all Mothers Bookings 12.00 till 2.30pm

Why not try our new discount card this year?

Pay only £10 and receive a 10% discount off all future drinks and food at the Falcon for the year.

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Easter Sunday £13.95 per person Bookings 12.00 till 2.30pm

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his spring/summer sees a real clash of the titans in era trends...

50’s shapes and 60’s monochrome all mixed in with 90’s neons make this forthcoming season one interesting play time!

Black and white monochrome is present throughout the high street and can be difficult to wear at times but my favourite look is vertical stripes as they elongate, and we all love a long leg!

Neons are starting to break through now which is great as we certainly can’t rely on the British weather for our daily injection of brightness. I’ve mixed the current monochrome trend with the upcoming neons to show how easily the two can be worn together. Now, I love a cheeky little trip to huge shopping centres for the ease of everything under one roof, and in the warmth with food nearby, so I was hugely impressed with River Island and Outfit at Serpentine Green in Hampton where the clothes have all come from, as I've been able to create both day and evening looks.

Jewellery this season hasn't taken too much of an era backstep and only going as far as 90s inspired, so think chunky chains, bright coloured cocktail gems and plenty of layering and stacking.

This season’s trend is also reflected in the hair and makeup and being a huge fan of the eyeliner flick I’m in my absolute element! Plenty of back combing will help with each look created.

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Stylist: Natasha Fierro Hair: Melanie at Melanie Richard’s Hair Boutique Make up: Andrea Connors – 07801 987905 Clothes: River Island and OUTFIT @ Serpentine Green Jewellery: Tahlias Closet, Cowgate, Peterborough Models: Lauren Hughes, Jessica Lockhart Photos: Andy Vernum @ Studio One

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Lauren Evening Stripe Leggings £22 Top £15 Jacket £60 Bag £15 Shoes £55 all River Island (Serpentine Green)

Jess Evening

Necklace £31.50 Tahlias Closet (Cowgate, Peterborough)

Dress £38 Top Shop (Outfit, Serpentine Green) Necklace £36 Tahlias Closet (Cowgate, Peterborough)

Jess Day Look Leatherette Skatter Skirt £22 Bag £40 Shoes £40 all River Island, (Serpentine Green) Multi Coloured Dress Worn As A Top £29 Belt £8 all River Island, (Serpentine Green) Necklace £29.50 Tahlias Closet (Cowgate Peterborough)

Lauren Day Look Headscarf £18 Top Shop, (Outfit Serpentine Green) T-Shirt £22 Skirt £20 Bag £60 all River Island (Serpentine Green) Tiger Bracelet £23 Spike Bracelet £20 Cross Bracelet £13 all Tahlias Closet (Cowgate, Peterborough)

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To help achieve our look Mel from Melanie Richard’s Hair Boutique worked her magic on some striking back combed styles and make-up artist Andrea Connor completed the look with a retro inspired 50s/60s feel.

Lauren’s make-up was kept the same for both looks, we used earthy tones across the whole lid with a darker shade in the crease, not forgetting to highlight the brow bone and a white kohl pencil on the lower inner lid keeping it very 60s. Both a dark kohl pencil and liquid liner were used. Lips were kept nude.

The top part of Lauren’s hair was set in heated rollers, spritzed first with GHD curl hold spray and left to cool down. The lower part was curled with GHDs. Once the curlers were removed the roots were backcombed and smoothed. The top section was slightly twisted and pinned at the back pushing up to create an even higher beehive, all finished off with Wella care and style dynamic fix and also GHD final shine. To create a softer day look the loose curl sections were grabbed and pinned into place.

Jess had a softer day look with her makeup keeping it very simple with hardly any eye shadow and only a slightly heavier shade in the crease. However, we kept the attention to the detailed 60s eyeliner flick and also used a mocha colour kohl pencil under the eye to soften up the heavy top lid eyeliner. To create the evening make-up we strengthened up the eyeliner on both the inner and outer parts of the eye and used a warm earthy colour palette for the eye shadow creating a smoky twist on the trend. Lips were kept nude.

Jess' hair was spritzed with GHD curl hold spray and set in heated rollers all over to create root volume throughout. Once cooled the rollers were removed and the roots were backcombed and extra volume added by ruffling the hair whilst the head was tilted forward.

To transform her look into evening the hair was scraped into a ponytail lightly backcombed and then smoothed out. The hair was then swept from left to right and pinned into place. Both looks were finished off with Wella care and style dynamic fix.

For more details and to see behind the scenes of our shoot visit www.espmag.co.uk/fashion

TUDANSE DREAMS A DREAM WITH LES MISERABLES WORKSHOP Les Miserables has gained another generation of fans following the recent movie release but the original stage show remains as popular as ever so it was fantastic to see a couple of the cast come to Peterborough.

Photos: Emma Bothamley

Nicky Swift (Madame) and James Winter (Claquesous) from the current stage production spent an afternoon teaching city drama fans some of the scenes and songs at the TuDanse studio in Fengate.

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Around 20 people were at the workshop and were guided through songs like At The End Of The Day directed by Nicky and James. A fan of Les Miserables herself, Emma Bothamley went along to report for ESP. “They were encouraging the attendees to really perform during the songs and add their own individual interpration,” says Emma. “Nicky and James also did a session on acting within some of the key scenes, again asking the attendees to improvise and act out their feelings. It was apparent that they knew Les Mis really well and there were some excellent dramatic performances!”

At the end of the session, there was a Q&A session with Nicky and James who were asked about life on the West End Stage.

The workshop was a huge success so let’s hope there’ll be similar events in future. The TuDanse dance school and studio runs various classes and events so keep an eye on www.tudanse.co.uk.

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Mother’s Day Make your Mother’s Day a day to remember by treating her to a special meal at Angel Spice – book now to avoid disappointment.

A great family venue with a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

Angel Spice is the place to go whatever the occasion. We will make it a night to remember, catering for Christmas, birthdays, office, family and general party celebrations!

• We seat up to 100 people. • Fully licensed bar.

• Lots of choice for vegetarians as well as traditional English meals for those who are less adventurous.

Easter Sunday Special Buffet 12noon – 10pm, £7.95 per head.

Up to 40 freshly prepared mouth watering dishes to choose from. English dishes also.

Large parties welcome.

2-4 High Street, Stilton, Peterborough, PE7 3RA • Tel: 01733 244373 • www.angelspice.co.uk Opening times: Mon-Thu – 5pm-11.30pm • Fri – 5pm-12.30am • Sat – 12noon-2pm & 5pm-12.30am • Sun – 12pm-11.30pm

paparazzi Caught in the act?

CARLUCCIO AND CLUBBING! On the dining circuit the big buzz was all about the launch of the long awaited Carluccio’s restaurant in Peterborough and ESP was there to cover the party.

Antonio Carluccio himself greeted guests and ESP’s Pep Cipriano grabbed a chat with him which you can read in full on www.espmag.co.uk/twogreedy-italians-at-carluccios/ Our photographer Chris Brudenell captured the action.

Meanwhile on the nightlife circuit Mitch Brewster was out with his camera capturing revellers enjoying some great nights over at Edwards including the Mixology night with special guest Kreature, Thirsty Thursdays (the busiest venue three years running!) and a Saturday night session in the Red Room with DJ Eddie Nash, the place to be for old skool R’n’B, hip hop and UK funky.

View all our Paparazzi pictures on www.espmag.co.uk or our facebook page.

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BBC Three has a star-studded line-up of guests and performers for Comic Relief’s Big Chat with Graham Norton on Thursday March 7 and it’s great to see plenty of Peterborough talent taking part.

Graham will be taking over BBC Three for the whole night from 7pm to host the biggest chat show ever which will last into the early hours of Friday morning as he attempts to set the Guinness World Record for ‘Most Questions Asked on a TV Chat Show’ all in aid of Comic Relief.

Graham says – “David Walliams swam the Thames, John Bishop endured a week of hell and Eddie Izzard ran marathon after marathon after marathon. I am hoping to join this elite group of celebrity fundraisers by doing what I do best – sitting on my backside and talking.”

Of course Yaxley based actor Warwick Davis has already played a part in the fundraising by winning the Comic Relief Great British Bake Off where he had the satisfaction of whupping Dragon Duncan Bannatyne – “He took it very seriously, and having a Dragon baking just behind me was quite intimidating,” says Warwick.

He proved quite the cook on the show but says it wasn’t hard to outdo some of the food he’s experienced whilst filming.

“My bakes were 100 times better than what is often served on set. On 'Harry Potter', we filmed the feasts in the Great Hall over a few days. On the first day, the food was just edible, but by the third day, the smell was overwhelming and there was nothing magical about it at all!”

Other special guests who’ll be joining Graham in the studio for the Big Chat include: Ronnie Corbett, Sarah Millican, Martin Freeman, Jimmy Carr, Lee Mack, Keith Lemon, Elle Macpherson, James Nesbitt, Paddy McGuinness, Heston Blumenthal, Got To Dance Judges Ashley Banjo and Kimberley Wyatt, Alex Jones & Steve Jones, Russell Tovey and Kirstie Allsopp. Plus musical performances will include Example, Paloma Faith, Hurts and Laura Mvula.

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Peterborough stars Aston from JLS, gymnast Louis Smith and actor Warwick Davis are joining the Big Chat for Comic Relief.

In order to cope with the galaxy of stars in the studio, Graham will be assisted throughout the evening by a number of co-hosts; from chat show veterans such as Sir Terry Wogan and Frank Skinner to BBC Radio 1 Breakfast Show presenter Nick Grimshaw, the co-hosts will ensure Graham remains on track to hopefully smash the world record and raise as much money as possible for Comic Relief.

In addition to all this, Greg James will be on-hand all night hosting the Big Chat Backstage Party – making sure that Louis, Aston, Wawrick and the other guests are well looked after.

You’ll be able to help Graham raise money for Comic Relief, by choosing to give either £5 or £10 and then texting FIVE or TEN to 70510. You can also help Graham break the world record by submitting questions for him to ask his guests via Twitter (@bbcthree #bigchat) or by visiting the BBC Three Facebook page (facebook.com/bbcthree).

So if you want to know where our Louis stores his Strictly glitterball, or if you want Warwick’s favourite recipe or to know if Aston will have any more Peterborough landmarks tattooed on his body – get texting!

Everyone’s doing their bit for Comic Relief and Red Nose Day on Friday March 15 – our gorgeous cover star Helen Skelton has been carrying out various challenges and you can play

your part by supporting the many fundraising activities, or how about heading to TK Maxx on Bridge Street in Peterborough and grabbing yourself one of the trendy Comic Relief T-shirts?

Stella McCartney has created five individual designs, with iconic prints featuring The Beatles, Tommy Cooper, Marilyn Monroe, Kate Moss and a child’s giraffe print t-shirt. The exclusive t-shirts are made from 100% Fairtrade certified organic cotton.

The unique limited edition T-shirts start at £5.99 (for a children’s tee) with at least £2.50 going to Comic Relief and £9.99 (for adults) with at least £5 going to Comic Relief.

Modelling the Tshirts for Comic Relief, model David Gandy said – "I'm really happy to be involved in the tshirt campaign.

Comic Relief does an amazing job in raising money for such an important cause and by wearing one of Stella McCartney's designed Tshirts you can be a part of that and own a piece of stylish, Comic Relief history at the same time.” www.rednoseday.com

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Movie Previews

OZ: THE GREAT & POWERFUL Director Sam Raimi teams up with his Spider-Man trilogy star James Franco in Disney’s latest big-budget spectacle – by reinvigorating a dormant franchise.

All release dates are correct at the time of going to press.

The legendary Evil Dead director has helped splash The House of Mouse’s cash in an attempt to get a sizeable slice of the Alice in Wonderland pie (which was a massive success three years ago) with this prequel set before 1939’s Judy Garland-starring The Wizard of Oz.

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Released: March 8.

Cast: James Franco, Mila Kunis, Rachel Weisz.

Director: Sam Raimi Franco, now a much bigger star after his turns in The Rise of the Planet of the Apes and Danny Boyle’s 127 Hours – which garnered him an Academy Award nomination – stars as Oscar Diggs, a small-time circus magician who eventually ends up as the infamous wizard from L Frank Baum’s timeless novels.

Just like Garland’s character Dorothy, Diggs is hurled away from his dusty Kansas homestead into the magical Land of Oz – where he’s reluctantly drawn into the epic problems facing the inhabitants.

After meeting three witches, Theodora (Mila Kunis), Evanora (Rachel Weisz) and Glinda (Michelle Williams), the exuberant Diggs has to learn some harsh life lessons, and work out who is ‘good and evil’ – by unlocking his own magical skills – before it’s too late.

One thing’s for sure, if Raimi and co get this right, they could just pave the ‘Yellow Brick Road’ with gold . . .

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One thing’s for sure, romantic dramas are one of the few genres that are a license to print money in Hollywood, and this movie from Dear John director Lasse Hallstrom has already done that Stateside.

Julianne Hough stars as a young woman looking for love in a small North Carolina town – but finds Josh Duhamel’s dark secrets affecting her new life.

Mia Wachowski (Alice in Wonderland) stars as a girl traumatised after losing her father in a car accident in this psychological thriller, which is getting decent early reviews. When her uncle Charlie (Matthew Goode) moves in with her and her emotionally unstable mother (Nicole Kidman), they realise he has ulterior motives despite their infatuation with him.

Jason Statham continues his relentless streak as one of Hollywood’s leading action stars in this crime-thriller where he’s doublecrossed by his crew and left for dead.

He then forms an unlikely alliance with a woman on the inside (Jennifer Lopez), as he looks to hijack his former team’s next heist. Directed by Helen Mirren’s hubby Taylor Hackford (The Devil’s Advocate).

Steven Soderbergh’s (Contagion) latest provocative thriller sees a New York couple’s world unravel (Channing Tatum and The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo star Rooney Mara) when a new antianxiety drug prescribed by Mara’s psychiatrist (Jude Law) has unexpected, you guessed it – side effects. Co-starring Catherine Zeta-Jones.

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Released: March 15 Chris Hemsworth (Thor) and The Hunger Games’ Josh Hutcherson star in this actioner as a group of teenagers look to save their hometown from an invasion by North Korean soldiers, in this delayed action-thriller remake that was shot a couple of years ago.

Despite generally poor reviews, it was a surprise success when released in the US last year.

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Released: March 15 Former criminal Mark Strong is forced to return to London from his Icelandic hideaway when his son is badly hurt in a heist gone wrong. His reappearance gives James McAvoy’s detective one last chance to capture the man who’s eluded him – but together they start to uncover a deeper conspiracy that puts both their lives in danger.

Released: March 22 Nic Cage proves he’s not just critic cannon-fodder with his burgeoning CV of poor action films, by expanding his portfolio with the latest bigbudget computer-generated animation from Dreamworks. He heads an all-star cast – which includes Ryan Reynolds and Emma Stone – as a cave-dwelling prehistoric family venture into the new uncharted world.

Released: March 22 Brit star Nicholas Hoult (Warm Bodies) continues his rise to prominence in the third major family adventure out this month.

This mixture of live action and visual effects sees him star as young farmhand Jack, fighting for his kingdom and the love of a princess in this ancient war between humans and a race of giants, co-starring Ewan McGregor.

THE INCREDIBLE BURT WONDERSTONE Magician Burt Wonderstone (Steve Carell) splits from his long-time stage partner (Steve Buscemi) after a street competitor (Jim Carrey) steals their thunder, in this zany comedy. But by spending time with his boyhood hero, Burt tries to remember what made him fall in love with magic in the first place, to reach the pinnacle of his craft once again.

Released: March 22 It was only a matter of time before Bridesmaids’ stand-out Best Supporting Actress-nominated star Melissa McCarthy got her first lead role – in this US box-office smash comedy from the director of Horrible Bosses. She lives it up as a deceptively harmless-looking woman – who steals the identity of mild-mannered businessman Jason Bateman.

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DEAD SPACE 3 (360/PS3/PC) Out now Being a massive fan of the first two games, the third instalment was entered with some trepidation after early critic’s reviews weren’t quite as favourable – but don’t listen.

This shooter may have lost a bit of its original survival-horror eeriness and originality, but this is still sensational stuff with great new customisable weapons – and excellent co-op mode as unfortunate engineer Isaac Clarke is joined by merciless soldier John Carver.

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Crash-landing on the frozen planet of Tau Volantis to find the source of the alien Necromorph outbreak is still jaw-droppingly awesome – where no-one will hear you scream.

DMC: DEVIL MAY CRY (PS3/360/PC) Out now

Revamping a popular series is always a risk – but Capcom’s new take on the DmC universe is a resounding success.

As adventure series stalwart Dante – now a younger half angel, half demon – you’ll trip between reality and the stunning-looking Limbo City in a bid to free the human race from the tyranny of demon king Mundos.

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With a marvellous musical score and a top-notch combo system, hacking and slashing through a compelling 12-hour plus campaign is a real blast – leaving hardcore fans and newcomers alike to gleefully raise hell.

CRYSIS 3 (360/PS3/PC) Out now As this generation’s consoles draw to a close there’s still one game engine pushing the consoles to the absolute limit.

With truly luscious graphics – coupled with the still-exhilarating shooting and stealth gameplay – this third instalment as Nanosuit soldier, the Prophet, proves Crytek can still deliver through the seven wonders of New York’s Liberty Dome, with their stunning CryEngine 3 technology.

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It’s ultimately still overly-familiar and doesn’t advance greatly over the second instalment – but taking enemies out with the new Predator Bow has never been more satisfying.

ALIENS: COLONIAL MARINES (PS3/360/PC) Out now

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After being delayed once again you would’ve thought Gearbox – the makers of the excellent Borderlands – would’ve had so much time to get it right, but with last-gen graphics and poor un-Alien-like AI, this only has the license going for it. As marines return to the USS Sulaco orbiting the legendary planet LV-426 – set directly after Aliens – only nostalgic nods make this worth a playthrough.

METAL GEAR RISING: REVENGEANCE (360/PS3) Out now This one will split fans of the Metal Gear franchise – the true stealth that made the series a classic is gone, but an elegant slasher in the vein of Bayonetta is born.

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It’s a heavily Japanese-influenced cinematic experience that promotes the fourth instalment’s supporting character Raiden, cutting through cyborg’s as part of new gameplay feature entitled zan-datsu – as you seek revenge for an African president’s assassination. Cut-scenes and sometimes anarchic combat prevents it from greatness – but this rises from Solid’s ashes with a vengefully satisfying new direction.

HITMAN HD TRILOGY (PS3/360) Out now If 2012's excellent Absolution represented the evolution of the Hitman series, this is a return to Agent 47's murky roots.

The HD Trilogy delivers re-mastered versions of last-gen classics Silent Assassin, Contracts and the ever-enjoyable Blood Money – which equates to forty vintage levels of innovative assassinating.

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Clunky controls and still below-par graphics may be a turn-off for newcomers to the Square Enix franchise, but for 47's many fans this is a great next-Gen package at a killer price.

Thanks to Andy Clucas for reviews of Call of Duty: Black Ops II & Assassin’s Creed 3.

Thanks to Ian Hilling for reviewing Dead Space 3; and Andy Clucas for reviewing DmC: Devil May Cry and Hitman HD Trilogy.

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HOUSE PROUD @ THE SOLSTICE House Proud are literally raising the roof for their 6th Birthday and first event of 2013 as it’ll be outside on the superb SolGarden terrace at The Solstice. It’s a Bank Holiday Sunday 12 hour special running from 2pm - 2am with free admission!

Resident Russell James will be joined by some very special guests including Sequential Records label owner Jayco who’s recently appeared on the line up at the famous Warehouse Project (Cocoon event) in Manchester.

You can expect nothing but upfront house music with support from Corbeau, Padraig Ballyer, Darren Fletcher, Juan Baptiste, Miss Purdy, Drew Tilney & Zoe Roberts. For those of you who are worried about the usual Bank Holiday weather spoiling things they've got it covered with a retractable roof so the party will go on regardless!

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Warning! This is one super crazy, super glamorous party, this month they’re in Thailand! Friday March 8 sees Edwards being transformed into an authentic Full Moon Party.

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It’s a busy month at Halo on Northminster and it gets off to a great start on March 1 as KARMA hosts its 20th event. The night not only provides Peterborough with its own premium lifestyle event, but is at the cutting edge of what’s new. This month KARMA introduces Shisha Vapes to Peterborough.

This nicotine and tobacco free product is popular in London Clubs and produces a safe vapour that introduces the smell of Strawberry, Grape and Apple. The night also includes the very best entertainment via the KARMA resident DJs who’ll be filling the dance floor of Halo and Ghost with the very best in sexy R’n’B until 5am.

The city’s longest running R’n’B night is back in the Red Room on Broadway Friday March 22, Brownsuga is a celebration of the music from the 90s to the present day with sounds that have influenced the last 20 years in soul and swing, hip hop, R&B, ragga, D’n’B, garage and funky.

Doors open at 10pm.

HALO LAUNCHES THURSDAY NIGHT PROJECT

Complete with beach bucket cocktails, UV light cannons, neon decorations, explosions of confetti and even a professional make up artist. With Jammin' on sax and Kami C on percussion, alongside resident DJ AJ you can be assured this will be a production second to none!

Join the guestlist at facebook.com/officialclubmusic and get a free beach bucket loaded with a delicious cocktail!

MIXOLOGY Fast becoming one of the most talked about nights in the city, Peterborough's biggest deep house night is celebrating it's 1st Birthday in galactic proportions, as they welcome the incredible Huxley to the Red Room on Friday March 29.

Early bird tickets are already selling fast (and they're only £5!). Search 'MixologyUK' on Soundcloud, Facebook and Twitter for full details.

VANITY @ RED ROOM Peterborough's newest R’n’B night is back in Red Room on Easter Thursday (March 28) with DJ Nick T and MC Detox to kick start the long weekend. Expect sexy R’n’B, garage anthems and urban classics pumping out across the club’s 30 plus speakers!

DISCO INFERNO @ FLARES It's that time of the month again, on Friday March 15 Flares on Broadway will host the biggest disco anthems and the grooviest mix of 70s, 80s and 90s party tunes all night long as the hit live stage show takes over the club! Join Theodore Supafly and Ginger Jones as they get their groove on, and what’s more groovy than £1.50 drinks all night?

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Thursdays will never be the same again, thanks to Halo! On Thursday March 7 as Halo launches what promises to be the ultimate party night when the Thursday Night Project launches with a St. Trinian’s Naughty School Night. From the name and the theme you just know that there’s going to be a lot of fun, fun, fun on the menu and, with a £250 first prize for the best dressed schoolgirl, it’s going to be popular. With drinks from just £1 all night you just know that this is the start of a new, and very busy Thursday. Later on in the month on March 14 it’s a UV GLOW Party, on March 21 it’s the Command & Conquer Camouflage Party and on Maundy Thursday March 28 (no work Friday) it’s their Heaven and Hell night. Party on!

SPANK BANK HOL Peterborough’s most supported Bank Holiday event SPANK returns for the very first Bank Holiday Sunday event of 2013 on Sunday March 31. There’s only one way to March and that’s straight into Halo and Ghost.

DIRTY LITTLE SECRET? Have you got a ‘Dirty Little Secret’? Well, if you have, you’ll need to be in Halo on Friday March 29. For more info on this brand new lifestyle event check out the links on www.facebook.com/haloclublounge

DOMUS DEEP HOUSE On Friday March 8 local Deep House DJ Zoe Roberts presents the first of a monthly Deep House event at Halo, DOMUS. The night’s headlined by Dale Howard and features residents, Matherson, David Dews and a back to back set from brothers Andy and Iain McArthur. Each month DOMUS will provide a headline DJ to play alongside the residents with some great names pencilled in for the month’s ahead.

DOMUS, for those who are wondering, is Latin for HOUSE. Very clever Zoe.

ATTICA #HOUSE LAUNCH PARTY It’s the start of a whole new House session at Attica VIP on Friday March 1.

Attica VIP presents the launch of #HOUSE, a night of unrivalled entertainment in the most exclusive VIP venue. DJ Grant Nelson launches #HOUSE, so expect the finest in musical entertainment. Joining Grant are Attica residents Oliver Lang (Bora Bora, Gatecrasher) & Nathan Cozzetto (tipped by Mark Knight of Toolroom Records as one to watch in 2013).

For VIP tables & ticket info call 01733 209021/07866 961410 or email mark@atticavip.com Costs: £6 in advance, more on the door, VIP booth bookings available.

TOWIE STAR’S GLAM ATTICA NIGHT The Only Way is Essex star Maria Fowler is fronting a brand new club night in Peterborough. Glam launches at Attica VIP on Broadway on Sunday March 31 in style with the chance to win a pair of Christian Louboutin shoes! DJ Ichi will be on the decks and there could be another special guest too so grab one of their amazing cocktails and get ready to party.

Doors open at 10.30pm and it’s £6 on the door. Text EVENT ATTICAGLAM to 81222 to queue jump.

RADIUS SWAG NIGHT Join the swag night @ Radius (above The Solstice) on March 29 and you could win £100 in the Miss Booty Shaker contest. There’ll be music from DJs Scott, Paul and K-swag and live performances from L Tee and Fresh P – for tickets call 07585 529621.

HEALTH & VITALITY with Karen Devine

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Is your diet sapping your energy levels? ESP’s nutritionist Karen Devine shows you how to eat for energy…

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atigue is a very common complaint, some of us can get around this with a few early nights, better hydration and making some healthier food choices.

When it comes to food choices and diets the internet, newspapers and magazines are all oozing information on a healthy eating plan ranging from vegetarian, to vegan, or from raw foods to a diet high in protein, fat and low carbs and more. You name it I’m sure you’ve seen the many ‘ideals’ when it comes to eating the right way or the right diet which can be conflicting and confusing.

For me, it does not come down to one type of diet that we have to squeeze into. In fact for many that healthy diet you’ve been reading or asked to follow may just not be suited to you at all, leaving you feeling bloated (and other digestive issues) irritable, low mood, suffering brain fog, unwanted weight gain and most of all feeling less than vital with low energy.

will determine how well you’ll digest, absorb and eliminate even the healthiest of foods. Just looking at a plate of food which ticks the boxes of nutritional value does not mean that you’ll receive those benefits if for instance you struggle with heartburn, indigestion, bloating, IBS type symptoms and much more. Our balance of healthy bacteria, optimal enzyme activity and a good balance of Hydrochloric acid all play a role in digestion, so energy/food in, may not equal that energy out, so certain issues may need addressing first!

One way to begin to support sustained energy is a good blood sugar balancing diet. When we make choices such as: Healthy proteins – lean white meat, fish, eggs, seeds, nuts etc Healthy fats – avocado, olive oil, oily fish, nuts, seeds, coconut oil etc steamed, in soups or roasted… avoid boiling!

“One way to begin to support sustained energy is a good blood sugar balancing diet” Determining what is the best choice for you as an individual can take time and some experimenting and I’d advise you to take professional advice as removing foods is great if the offending foods have gone, but replacing them with good alternatives is equally, if not more important. It’s also worth noting here that your digestive system

Fruits – only a couple of pieces per day if possible, dark coloured berries, apples, pears are good choices. Avoid fruit juices.

Grains – low antigens in particular including quinoa, rice, millet, rice cakes, oats and oat cakes (take advice on grains if you have extremely low energy or have digestive issues etc) Vegetables – get as much variety of colour from the freshest vegetables you can, take some raw (unless you have gut issues),

Avoid caffeine, refined carbohydrates and sugars in your day as this will stimulate blood sugar and lead to highs and lows making you feel not only tired but craving the same foods again and again.

Regular eating is important, for some snacking in between helps, whereas others may find eating three good size meals – with all the healthy

components above with every main meal (and snacks if needed) – may help keep your energy stable, and importantly not tempt you with quick sugar or caffeine fixes.

Other non foods that play havoc with our stress glands and blood sugar are smoking, stress, excessive exercising, lack of sleep and alcohol to name a few, so all these should be addressed if you’re struggling to find and keep your energy levels high.

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MOVIE MAKERS @ SACREWELL ESP Magazine is always happy to see local people doing well in their careers. Martin Tempest is one of those people. The award winning Stamford based film producer and director has gone a long way since his first major film Stingers Rule, which starred another local celeb, Luke Pasqualino (Freddie from Skins).

Martin Tempest is the Director and founder of Image Productions, which has been running Movie Makers film courses for young people for over 15 years. A recent opportunity for these youngsters was to film Top Secret – a kind of James Bond spy film and they shot some scenes at Sacrewell Farm.

Image Productions creates incredibly high quality movies, so much so that, some of these films have already been distributed in the US. Only last year Movie Makers had a premiere of a film called One Chance at the Showcase Cinema in Peterborough which was attended

by local Harry Potter actor Warwick Davis, who was apparently extremely impressed.

asset to the community that we are pleased it has been utilised as such.”

Martin Tempest who was born in Peterborough told ESP – “It’s fantastic that local businesses such as Sacrewell Farm come forward and support these great projects. If it was not for places like this these films would never get off the ground.”

Martin Tempest is a professional actor who played the Artful Dodger with George Scot in the film of Oliver Twist in the 1980s, and is keen to give others the chance to act.

Werrington’s own Luke Pasqualino who recently starred in the film Love Bite had once done Movie Makers himself, as did Simon Twine who worked behind the camera and is now one of the head special effects artists at Industrial Light & Magic in Colorado. Simon’s made films such as Iron Man 2, Transformers

Sacrewell’s Marketing and Communications Officer, Megan Horner, told ESP – “We were delighted that Martin chose the Mill House to film in. It was built in 1755 and is such an

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Top Secret will be released on the Internet and sent to various film festivals. It’s good to know that some of Peterborough’s historic treasures will be seen by multiple audiences. Hollywood, step aside… www.imageproductions.co.uk Mikey Clarke

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JESS GETS A HEALTH MOT It’s not just your car that needs its MOT – your body could benefit from a thorough check over too. We sent Jessica Lockhart to see what a full health screening is like at the Fitzwilliam Hospital…

Don’t like hospitals? Rarely visit your GP? Are you sure you’re in the best shape or fear that you’re not and aren’t sure where to get help? Well it could be time to put yourself in for a service!

Early detection of any medical condition is always better and let’s face it, just peace of mind and reassurance you’re doing what you should is definitely worth having.

Jess went along to the Fitzwilliam Hospital for a one hour Well Woman health check but there are several different options to choose from should you have specific health concerns. This session included height, weight and body mass index, body fat percentage as well as blood count tests, blood pressure and cholesterol.

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gynaecological history, there’s a pelvic ultrasound scan and a full urine analysis while you’re there.

“There’s so much more you can find out and ask compared to going to your GP,” said Jess after her health check. “You really do feel like you’ve had a full MOT. I found it very reassuring but also learned a few tips and things I didn’t know even though I’d consider myself fairly well informed.”

As a young fitness instructor former Face of ESP Jess Lockhart is already pretty savvy about looking after herself. Despite being in good shape there was still plenty of advice that proved useful and Jess told us it’s given her great reassurance that she is doing the best for herself in terms of diet and fitness.

“The team were really friendly and informative and thoroughly assessed my lifestyle and diet. They took their time and were happy to answer my questions.”

During the hour long consultation guidance on diet and lifestyle are all covered thoroughly along with other health advice such as breast awareness, so you know how to check yourself in future, and you take away a full written report.

Like most of us Jess wouldn’t usually head to a hospital unless she needed to but didn’t find her visit daunting – “If you’re not keen on hospitals it was nice that The Fitzwilliam provides a relaxing environment that didn’t particularly feel like a hospital at all. A variety of tests were carried out with some of the results being given there and then.”

“I’d definitely recommend this – you’d never get such a comprehensive health scan at your doctor unless there were already problems so this check up really gives you peace of mind.”

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POP WiTh PiNK This sPRiNg Embrace your inner princess and add a pretty edge to your make-up this season. From baby pink to the rosiest raspberry, pink’s never been so much fun!

BABY PINK looks best on light complexions else it can look quite 60s. Try Rimmel lasting finish lipstick in Pink Blush. This matte lipstick gives a modern twist and has a creamy texture so doesn’t dry your lips like others can.

Don’t think pale pink is just for lips either, it looks gorgeously girly washed over eyelids too. Apply Rimmel Glam Eyes Mono Eyeshadow in Precious Rose all over the eyelid and blend. Finish by adding definition with a dark brown liner and two coats of mascara.

BRIGHT PINK can look great on cheeks as well as lips and really lifts the face especially after the dull winter months.

Lancôme new Limited Edition Blush In Love in Pommettes D’Amour, £34, really packs a punch so is best worn with a natural eye. This glowing blush will brighten any complexion and suits all skin tones.

For ultra bright pink nails NailsInc in Walton Place is the must have hue and looks fab on either fingers or toes.

It’s sure to catch everyone’s attention.

NUDE PINK is the ideal accompaniment to heavy or smoky eyes and a nude glossy lip instantly gives a soft pretty finish to your look. I love Bobbi Brown Rich Colour Gloss in Pink Buff or for a more grown up look try Maybelline Color Sensational Lipstick in Coral Pearl; a bargain at just £7.19. Sweep Mary Kay Sheer Dimension compact in Chiffon across your cheeks for a natural looking glow.

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liKe a KiD iN a CaNDY sTORe These new, retro sweet inspired nail varnishes from Barbara Daly at Tesco will really perk up your style this spring. From classic sorbet to bold brights they really do look good enough to eat. In eight sweet inspired shades there’s more than one for every day of the week and all are ideal for your spring wardrobe or summer getaway. Even the super cute flower design bottles signal the start of a new season (at last I hear you say!) and will look gorgeous on your dressing table.

Neutrals continue to be big this season so try Cola Cube, whilst brights and metallics also made a return to the catwalk for summer 2013 (try Electric Space Dust and Lolly Bliss). But the best news of all is that these little beauties are only £5 each – I want all of them! Barbara Daly we salute you.

BONus TiMe @ JOhN leWis Make your mother’s day (or your own) with Clinique’s bonus time up until March 9 at John Lewis in Queensgate.

Help support your skin’s future with Repair Essentials to create a smoother, more lifted appearance – buy two items (one to be skincare) and you’ll receive this gorgeous bag of promotional size goodies (while stocks last).

iDeal TiMe TO QuiT It’s time to swap the fags for swag this year and work out just what you could spend all that lovely lolly on instead of cigarettes!

That’s the theme for this year’s No Smoking Day on Wednesday March 13. Anyone who smokes will tell you it’s a pricey habit so you’ll not only be improving your health by giving up you’ll also find you have more spare cash for those really exciting things in life. A nice holiday, new clothes, or night out are all good goals to get you motivated and there’s plenty of help in Peterborough to give you a helping hand. You stand a much greater chance of giving up for good with some support so call the Peterborough Quit Smoking team on 0800 376 5655.

The MOTheR Of all gifTs fROM lush Say thank you to your mum this Mother’s Day (March 10 for those of you who are unsure) and give the gift of pampering with Lush’s special products; perfect for spoiling the most important lady in your life!

Mum’s (£5.25 each) are re-usable bubble bar wands which come on sticks making them easy to swish around the bathtub creating skin softening, beautifully scented bubbles. Then they can simply be placed on the side and left to dry, ready to use again and again (they can actually be used six times!) and there are three to choose from.

catwalk models, as well as on various magazine shoots including this month’s fashion in ESP. Always keen to have the best there is, last year they introduced Great Lengths Hair Extensions – the Rolls Royce of human hair extensions and the SiennaX spray tan, a premium product that offers five variations of tan without the 'orange' look, and of course the Kerastraight Brazilian Blowdry for smoothing, conditioning and taming difficult hair.

FRESH LOOKS FOR SPRING @ MELANIE RICHARDS If you’re worried about your tresses not looking as lush as they could be or are beginning to thin, Melanie Richard’s Hair Boutique is now stocking the fabulous Nioxin products. This is a range of shampoos, conditioners and scalp treatments for thin and thinning hair in six different varieties.

It’s the latest new addition at the salon where they always strive to have the latest innovations in hair care.

each and are qualified to NVQ Level 3, so you can be confident you’re in safe hands.

The team expanded last year just as the salon celebrated its first year in business and continue to go from strength to strength. Sophie who recently joined the team was a Wella Trend Vision Regional Finalist last year and she’ll be entering again this year.

If you fancy a new shade or style for spring, Melanie was a recent member of the GHD Art Team so has plenty of fresh ideas and there are two Wella Master Colour Experts trained to degree level colour knowledge at the salon – not bad considering there are only about 150 in the country!

Sophie’s proved a great addition to the team of stylists who are all of senior level with a minimum of six years salon experience

The team have worked at the London Clothes Show, Sue Ryder Pamper Day, Cresset Wedding Fair twice a year styling the

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Salon co-owner Melanie McDonald says – “These are all backed up by top styling ranges by GHD, Moroccanoil and Tigi Bedhead Candy Fixations because of their superior qualities.

We also have sunbeds which are 0.3mw compliant as stipulated by EC Directives so we have everything you need to look fabulous!”

With hair and tanning covered, Magda their nail technician offers superb nail art and extensions to complete your look.

So if you fancy a revamp but aren’t sure what to go for pop in for a free consultation on any of their services from the right haircut to the best colour technique, and how to style and care for your hair at home.

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Stamford CALLING RIVERSIDE THE VENUE NOW OPEN There’s now a new place to head in Stamford promising to be the perfect venue for all occasions.

What was formerly the Quayhole Kate’s nightclub building has been transformed and while the Riverside Cafe downstairs, run by local chef Thierry Daugeron has been open for a while, the upstairs area now called ‘Riverside The Venue’ has also formerly opened.

With a beautiful restaurant, impressive chandeliers and a stylish function room and bar area this venue moves from daytime dining or afternoon teas through to evening entertainment.

‘Riverside The Venue’ restaurant is open Wednesday to Sunday and also offers afternoon teas, accompanied by music from a pianist on Saturdays and Sundays – booking is required though.

In the evenings owner Michael Bilkus tells us there’ll be an eclectic mix of entertainment in future ranging from live bands to cabaret nights, DJ events to comedy and jazz – clearly something for all tastes!

Not only that, this beautifully designed venue is available for private hire for your own special functions for up to 200 guests.

We’ll keep you updated with news of the events but if you fancy a daytime visit, try the afternoon tea (pre-booking only) on Saturday and Sunday between 3pm and 5pm.

You can find out more by calling 01780 752172 or take a look at www.thierrydaugeron.co.uk

GUYS & DOLLS The Stamford Amateur Musical Society is set to take to the stage this April with their very special rendition of the classic show ‘Guys & Dolls’. The cast will be transporting you to 1950s New York, where you’ll be introduced to a gang of loveable gambling thugs and their long-suffering girls. As well as the excellent storyline, the show’s packed with some of the best music you'll ever hear in a musical including, Guys and Dolls, Luck Be a Lady and Sit Down You're Rocking the Boat and many more classics, all accompanied with the sexy Hot Box dance troupe.

This Society which has been entertaining Stamford town since 1905, are now busy polishing their performance for the opening night at Stamford’s Corn Exchange on Tuesday April 9 and performing nightly through to Saturday April 13, with an additional matinee performance on the Saturday.

During show week, the society will be raising funds for The Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation, a charity chosen by the Society in respect of cast member Dani Wheeler’s father, who sadly lost his battle against lung cancer last year.

Tickets for the performance are £10 from the Corn Exchange box office on 01780 766455.

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JOOLS COMES TO BURGHLEY! Saturday June 8 sees the incredible Jools Holland Rhythm and Blues Orchestra appearing live at Burghley House in Stamford for their 2013 summer concert. Jools Holland who’s the host of the BBC’s premier music programme ‘Later…’ will be bringing his full ensemble of talented musicians as well as special guests Roland Gift, the voice of Fine Young Cannibals, Ruby Turner and Louise Marshall. This concert is a rare opportunity to watch one of the biggest names in music as he performs in this unique venue.

Colin Ward for Live Promotions told ESP – "We’re delighted to be featuring Jools Holland and his Orchestra together with such fabulous guests this year. Burghley itself makes such a spectacular backdrop, and this is one concert not to be missed this summer. The public are recommended to book early to ensure that they get tickets, which are bound to be in big demand."

Tickets are £37.50, and can be obtained from Burghley House itself on 01780 752451, at www.burghley.co.uk or by calling Stamford Arts Centre on 01780 763203. There is also a 24 hour hotline which is SEE TICKETS on 0844 209 7364.

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For one weekend only, the largest assault course on Earth is being assembled within the grounds of Burghley House followed by an after party with headliners Ocean Colour Scene performing live!

The Rat Race Dirty Weekend is dubbed the 'World's Biggest Assault Course' and features challenging off-road running, followed by an epic after-party of festivalproportions.

The run itself consists of two options: The Full Mucker (20 miles) and the Half Mucker (13 miles) option for those who want to tackle most of the obstacles, but who find the full distance a little much.

The beautiful parklands surrounding the Elizabethan house are home to the annual Burghley Horse Trials, showpiece of the UK's equestrian calendar. But over the weekend of Saturday May 11, it won't be horses but people tackling the course as part of the Burghley Horseplay element of the Rat Race Dirty Weekend.

With the House forming a spectacular backdrop, the event – run by Rat Race Adventure Sports, the UK's largest provider of Adventure Sports – will also feature a River Rat Race on the large ornamental lake, a walkway in the trees and the Guinness World Records Zone.

After all that mucking about when everyone’s on a high it’ll be time for a quick shower and time to head to the amazing after party with Ocean Colour Scene – what an event!

Tickets can be purchased at www.ratracedirtyweekend.com for £35 per person (including overnight camping) For full details of all events at Burghley, visit www.burghley.co.uk or telephone 01780 752451.

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PETERBOROUGH RUGBY CLUBHOUSE UPGRADE

TIME TO HIT THE DIRT AS SPEEDWAY SEASON LAUNCHES

Bob Taylor and Neil Darwin cutting the ribbon with club members Nigel Cook (second left) and David Bath (right)

Bob Taylor, former England Captain and Past President of the Rugby Football Union dropped by the Boro recently to help officially open the refurbished clubhouse at Peterborough Rugby Club in Fengate.

Ready for some Speedway action? The new season is here and the bikes are getting ready to roar at the Showground.

He was joined by Neil Darwin, Chief Executive of Opportunity Peterborough for the opening ahead of the club’s SSE Midlands One league fixture against Peterborough Lions.

It’s all thanks to Olympic Legacy funding from Sport England’s Inspired Facilities Fund together with additional money from other grants and donations.

If you’ve never been before maybe this is the year to give this exciting sport a try. The fans are friendly and happy to explain the rules but you’ll soon get caught up in the spectacle.

Peterborough Rugby Club received £45,000 of National Lottery funding to upgrade the facilities at their clubhouse in Fengate, which has helped thousands of local young people get into the sport. The money was used to provide a pitched roof over the existing clubhouse together with an extension to create a new entrance, toilet facilities and other upgrading works.

Peterborough Speedway 2013 Elite League fixtures see the Readypower Panthers hold the majority of home matches on Friday evenings, which it’s hoped will enable families to attend on a regular basis.

Panthers' Elite League campaign kicks off in mouth-watering fashion with a home and away local derby against rivals King's Lynn on Good Friday (March 29), with the Showground fixture taking place in the afternoon at 2pm.

Another eagerly-awaited double header features the nowtraditional clashes with Coventry, which this time take place on Spring Bank Holiday (May 27).

Reigning Elite League Champions Swindon will make two visits to the Showground, including an early-season clash on April 12 whilst King’s Lynn, Coventry, Belle Vue and Eastbourne are the other clubs to face the Panthers twice at home and twice away.

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The visit of Poole, who’ve topped the Elite League table ahead of the play-offs for the past three years and include World Champion Chris Holder, is scheduled for Friday May 9, and Peterborough are delighted to once again have been chosen as the staging venue for the Premier League Fours on Sunday July 14.

The good news for fans is that popular Danish International Kenneth Bjerre will be back to lead the team again for the forthcoming season after his nasty leg injury at the end of last season.

Kenneth can’t wait to hit the track – “This will be my seventh season with the Panthers and I am really looking forward to having a good year, and to put 2012 well and truly behind me.”

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Prior to that, the club launch the season with a Challenge match – the home leg will be staged at the East of England Showground on Thursday March 21 (7.30pm), followed by the away fixture twenty-four hours later at Purfleet on Friday March 22 at 8pm).

The guys will no doubt be raising the roof at the Club’s forthcoming annual Beer Festival on May 3, 4 and 5!

BASKETBALL STAR DREW DROPS IN Drew Sullivan, captain of the Great Britain Basketball team, visited Nene Park Academy recently to give students a masterclass on the sport, which has seen its popularity soar since this year’s Olympic Games.

Nene Park Academy was selected by Sky Sports as part of its ‘Living for Sport’ initiative – which aims to encourage more girls into team sport. Drew discussed this initiative, basketball, and the Olympics with hundreds of engrossed students.

Panthers boss Jan Staechmann added –“All of our riders are raring to go, and already there is a good buzz from the riders about the season ahead.

After giving the talk ESP’s Mikey Clarke grabbed a few words with the 6ft 8in sporting legend to ask how kids could get involved.

“At the risk of covering old ground, it is very clear that we must not drop any points at home – which we found to our great expense in 2012. So to start off with a friendly against 2012 play-off contenders Lakeside, will be a good test.”

Drew explained – “To play professionally you have to practice, practice, practice! People shouldn’t be

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put off by the fact that they don’t feel they’re fit enough or tall enough. They need to find a gym or club where they can play, and just keep playing. Maybe then an opportunity will arise.”

On the subject of the Olympics, Drew continued – “I think GB did brilliant. We proved we have some amazing talent and we put on a show. Rio is going to have to do something truly incredible to outdo us in 2016.”

The basketball star also plays for the oldest operating basketball team in the country, Leicester Riders. Why not take the short journey from Peterborough to see him in action. Simply visit www.leicesterriders.co.uk for tickets.

Read Mikey’s full interview with Drew on www.espmag.co.uk

BYE BYE BOYDY Fans favourite George Boyd laced up his boots for Peterborough United for the final time last month as he headed for a fresh future with Hull City.

After a great six years with Posh he’s left fans with some fantastic memories.

Club historian Pete Lane told ESP he’s made some unforgettable appearances – “His goal from the halfway line against Huddersfield was one of the best I’ve ever seen at London Road.”

And Pete says it wasn’t just Boydy’s shirt that warranted a 10 – “In the future I’d certainly look towards inducting him into the Posh Hall of Fame. Although he wasn’t always totally consistent he always worked hard and at times was brilliant. He was also a great ambassador for the club off the field and he’s certainly shown his loyalty staying with the club so long.”

Photo: Chris Brudenell

Despite efforts by manager Darren Ferguson and chairman Darragh MacAnthony to get George to stay he’d made no secret of the fact he wanted to move up.

In his statement George said – “I explained that the opportunity to join a club like Hull City at this stage of my

career was too good to turn down. I didn’t want to wait until the end of the season. I wanted to fulfil my dream of playing in the Premier League.”

Boyd scored his final goal for Posh in the 5-1 victory at the New Den against Millwall, the last of 297 appearances for the club and his 75th goal.

“I will be eternally grateful to the chairman for allowing me this opportunity and I wish him, Darren, all of the players and all of the supporters the very best in their efforts to avoid relegation this season,” added George.

“In my opinion, the manager has assembled the best squad in my time at the club.

“My message to the supporters is simple. Thank you very much for all your support over the time I have been with Peterborough. You have been magnificent and I ask you to please get behind the players, the manager and the club for the rest of the season.”

For the latest Posh news check www.theposh.com

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General Gym Use Personal Training for 1-2-1 or group sessions Boxing related Personal Training Padwork Sessions

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Spinning Classes Body Compact Classes Boxing Circuits Tuesday and Thursdays 6.30pm – 7.30pm and 7.30pm – 8.30pm

12th April – The Home Coming at The East Of England Showground. Karl Wheeler, Michael Maguire and Sam Barron.

27th April – White Collar Show The Cresset Vic’s Gym Vs St Ives Please call Vic for details and tickets.

Vic’s Gym, 8-10 Vision Park, Hampton, Peterborough, PE7 8FZ Telephone Vic on: 07595 167679 for further details. E: boxing@vicsgym.co.uk

Flash, bang, wallop...

what an exhibition!

N

ot many clubs can claim to have been in existence for 125 years but there’s something about the Peterborough Photographic Society that’s kept generation after generation of photography enthusiasts involved.

“It’s possibly because of the ever changing world that photography has been over the past 125 years or so,” explains the Society’s President Richard Houghton. “It's a fascination, hobby and passion for many people and always attracts new interest especially in recent times with the explosion of technology.”

An exhibition in the café at Peterborough Museum is a celebration of all this enthusiasm for capturing the perfect image with an engaging display of photos from its members adorning the walls. Our own ESP photographer Emma Bothamley is one of those with a picture on display, an atmospheric photo of a Spitfire in the grounds of the Cathedral.

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of this special exhibition,” says Emma. “A lot of hard work has gone on behind the scenes to make this exhibition happen, and as the exhibition runs now until the 10th March hopefully as many people as possible will get the chance to see our members' work from over the years. And hopefully we might even inspire some future photographers!"

Peterborough Photographic Society (PPS) has always maintained a good relationship with the local community and worked hard to continue the long-held traditions of the club; to help members improve their photography and at the same time enhance their enjoyment of this fascinating and creative hobby.

So if this exhibition fires up your enthusiasm for photography perhaps you’d like to join Peterborough Photographic Society yourself.

“Members benefit from a variety of different activities,” explains Richard. “Last week we held a 'Portrait' evening where I organised a model to attend and advised and guided members when taking photos in different lighting conditions (this sort of activity outside of the club could be quite expensive but it's included in the members attendance). In addition, we have a variety of carefully selected speakers attend our club giving talks, showing images and work they've completed and also advising other members who may be interested. Recently we've had talks from an astronomical photographer, a wildlife photographer and also a couple who've toured Brazil!

Fascinating and interesting beyond the normal chit-chat associated with other clubs.”

The exhibition is free to view and runs until Sunday March 10 so pop down to the

Museum on Priestgate and take a look while you enjoy a cuppa!

“Our 125th exhibition I believe is one of the best we've ever displayed,” says Richard.

“It shows images from nearly 90 years ago, memorabilia from the very beginnings of the club and also images from more recent times; showing how photography has changed over the years but especially over the past 30 years. It's a must see exhibition for anyone interested in photography!”

You can see more of the Society’s work next month at their Annual Photography Exhibition which is being held from April 8 – 20 at St John's church in the city centre.

This will include a variety of images from members and is open to all to view for free.

Find out more on www.peterboroughps.org.uk

Photos: Chris Porsz

CITY PICS IN THE TATE MODERN! We couldn’t talk photography without mentioning Peterborough paramedic and street photographer Chris Porsz.

He’s won over many city people with his candid shots and now we’re pleased to tell you his fabulous book New England is also to be stocked at the Tate Modern!

This self taught photographer who’s roamed the city’s streets snapping whatever caught his eye inadvertently created a wonderful snapshot of social history at the same time.

Now his pictures from the 70s and 80s have come into their own evoking memories of people and places past. As a natural progression from his exhibitions and calendars Chris saw his dream come true with the release of his book New England just before Christmas.

We’ve long been fans of Chris and his work here at ESP and the story of his images keeps moving on. After gaining national newspaper coverage when he staged reunions and recreated some of his favourite photos, his book has also gained recognition and is to be made available further afield in The Photographers Gallery in London and Koenig Books in Charing Cross Road as well as the Tate Modern.

As a Peterborough girl I found Chris’ book a treasure trove of memories of my city and my life. Studying faces to see who I recognised and wondering, was I in the queue at the cinema waiting to see Grease, enjoyed spotting old shops that have faded from the High Street and old buildings almost forgotten. But for those that ‘New England’ doesn’t have the same city links as it does for us Peterborians, or for the younger generation who weren’t even around in the 70s, this wonderful book stands as a piece of social history in its own right and captures a story in every face. Even the old adverts in the background will raise a smile.

I was delighted to hear from Chris that he has other projects in the pipeline and ESP will no doubt be following his story, but I’d recommend you grab a copy of New England (RRP £17.99) and take your own trip back in time. It’s available from several local outlets including the Tourist Information Centre, Peterborough Museum, Watertsones and Walkers book shop in Stamford at the special local price of £15.99.

To find out more and view more of Chris’ photos visit www.chrisporsz.com.

Sharon McAllister

keith.dalton@espmag.co.uk

Keith Dalton has the ESP guide to the best news and views from the local live music scene…

NO RETURN FOR RIVERSIDE THIS YEAR

I hear it’s definite Stamford’s Riverside Festival will not go ahead this year. The organisers have been forced to cancel the event for the second year running. Last year the cancellation was caused by extensive rain causing severe flooding of The Meadows by the river. This was very much last minute and an extensive amount of preparation and equipment had been brought onto the site. Besides the obvious disappointment of local music fans, this meant the organisers incurred a lot of unrecoverable costs so an

insurance claim was submitted. The claim has still not paid out leaving the Riverside Association of Music and Arts with no choice but to cancel the 2013 Festival as well.

It’s a shame because The Meadows provided an ideal arena for the event and I hope that the necessary settlement will be forthcoming so that the organisers can arrange some events and hopefully plan for Riverside 2014.

MOTT THE HOOPLE & ACϟDC UK prepare Ian for his main stage appearance at The Isle of Wight festival this June.

Ian will be joined by guitarist Andy York (Ian’s producer and guitarist for John Mellencamp) and bass player David Roe (member of Johnny Cash Tenesee Three), and is sure to feature the classics, All the Young Dudes, All the Way to Memphis, and The Golden Age of Rock ‘n’ Roll.

There are two great shows coming to The Stamford Corn Exchange in March.

Ian’s been cited as a major inspiration and reference point for numerous bands including The Clash, Kiss, REM, Motley Crue, Blur and Oasis.

Firstly an appearance by the legendary man in dark shades, Ian Hunter, lead singer with 70’s icons Mott the Hoople appears on Sunday March 17. It’s part of an acoustic tour as The Ian Hunter Acoustic trio

The support act is Jason Ringenberg of Jason and the Schorchers and it’s a great opportunity to see a singer/ songwriter who is so admired by his peers in the music industry.

And on Friday March 22 there’s an appearance by ACϟDC UK. The tribute band aim to bring all the onstage magic of ACϟDC. They claim to look like them, sound like them, and they generate the rock ‘n’ roll atmosphere of ACϟDC live in concert.

As ACϟDC have not announced any tour plans for this year it could be the best chance you’ll have to get your fix of hard rock with numbers like Back in Black, Hells Bells, Thunderstruck, You Shook Me All Night Long and Highway To Hell.

Mind you, I love Stamford Corn Exchange but it certainly isn’t The River Plate Stadium so it will be intriguing to see how ACϟDC UK tackle the venue!

Box office: 01780 766455.

MCV CHARITY SOUL NIGHT OUT RETURNS The area’s soul fans will be delighted to hear that The Motor City Vipers are hosting yet another charity soul night out at The Brewery Tap on Saturday April 6 in association with Randall Rootz Community Music. Last year’s event was a huge success and is aimed at helping to raise much needed funds for Sue Ryder Care at Thorpe Hall.

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appearance on the Friday night at last year’s Peterborough Beer Festival.

Their set features some of the greatest soul music from the 60s and 70s including classics from the Motown, Stax and Atlantic labels, covering artists like Otis Redding, Four Tops, Supremes and Jackie Wilson.

Support act on the night is Groove Cartel frontman, Martin Ferguson and the evening will also feature top soul DJs Julz, Ollie and Uncle Funk.

BARS ONLY @ THE WILLOW More Festival news. The Willow Festival 2013 is NOT banning alcohol consumption. However there is to be a ban on taking drinks into the Festival when it takes place on the Peterborough Embankment this May. On its return to the Peterborough music scene last year, the organisers stipulated a limit on the amount of alcohol that could be carried into the event by an individual. Clearly a few people flaunted this allowance by getting drunk and the organisers received some complaints that a few other people felt uncomfortable in the midst of their behaviour.

So the organisers are trying to tackle the problem before it escalates and stress that they are taking the measures voluntarily.

Willow Festival founder Mark Ringer told ESP – “As part of The Willow Festival's responsibilities, the organisers have to have control over how much alcohol the public consume at the festival.

“In 2012 limits were put on the amount of alcohol the public could take to the event, but those limits were far exceeded in many cases and the policy was very difficult to police. Although the Police commended the event for how well it was run and how few problems there were, it was realised that organisers could not honestly say they were in control of the alcohol situation, which they are required to be.

“In future, with larger crowds attending TWF, the lack of control could easily escalate and rather than wait for a problem to develop and risk litigation or loss of the license, TWF have seen fit to act. The event organisers can now refuse to serve those who are visibly too drunk and refuse entry to anyone who may be bringing alcohol onto the site.”

I do not condone excessive drinking at Festivals but have to say during my visits to The Willow Festival last year, I saw only a very few people in that state. I did see a lot of people including families, having a great time in the sunshine on The Embankment, and I complimented the organisers in this ESP column for the superb weekend.

I am looking forward to this year’s Willow Festival in May and will enjoy it for the music and other arts that will be on show FREE OF CHARGE on the Embankment.

But I do have two worries – Firstly that just ‘two or three people’ have complained and caused this dramatic change of policy which has caused so much comment.

The event’s sure to sell out fast so if you want a ticket (priced £10 each) you need to purchase as soon as possible in person or at 01733 358500.

And secondly, I hope that the concessions that buy the bar space on the festival site will not be allowed to charge excessive prices for the drink because of the captive market – although Mark assures us the prices will be fair. This happens at many music gigs, particularly open air ones and that would spoil the spirit of what The Willow Festival is about.

ESP is once again supporting this great festival and will be keeping you up to date with the gig schedule over the next couple of months. but also keep an eye on www.espmag.co.uk for all the latest.

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EVENTS FOR 2013 AT THE PLOUGH, FARCET FEN 26th - 28th April

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26th - 28th July

Bike-Trike Vintage & Classic Rally Weekender

Country and Western Weekender

1940s Weekender

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24th - 27th May

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17th August

5th - 7th July

Medieval Night

Curious Yellow Music Festival

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12th - 14th July

Symmetry Music Festival Weekender

UK Tech Metal Festival Weekender

14th/15th/16th June

19th - 21st July

Soul & Motown Weekender

Bikes-Trikes and stuff 10th Anniversary Bike Rally

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PLEASE CALL THE PLOUGH ON 01733 844307 OR 07763 978616 FOR FURTHER INFO AND TICKETS.

23rd - 27th August

Blyth Power Music Festival Weekender 13th - 15th September

Hip Hop Weekender 28th September

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2ACOUSTIC The Crown, Lincoln Road

The Carpenters Arms, Stanground

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THE GUARDS

The Bluebell, Dogsthorpe

The Stage, Market Deeping

O'Neill's, Broadway Ebeneezers, Woodston

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Mama Liz's, Stamford

KASSANDRA'S MAGIC PYLON BAND

LOOSE ROCKET

THE WASH

EDDIE MANSON & THE DISCIPLES THE PULSE

The Swiss Cottage, Woodston

Ebeneezers, Woodston

THE ZOOTS

THE RETURNS The Cock Inn, Werrington

The Carpenters Arms, Stanground

THE ROCKET DOGS

LIVE BAND The Swiss Cottage, Woodston

The Woolpack, Stanground

LOOSE ROCKET

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The Axe & Cleaver, Boston

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The Cherry Tree, Oundle Road

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Hole in the Wall, Stamford Charters, Town Bridge

Charters, Town Bridge

SAT MAR 9 101 PROOF The Carpenters Arms, Stanground

AMPLIFIED

Mama Liz's, Stamford

JIMMI & PEPP (HIGHROLLERS)

The Cherry Tree, Oundle Road

PENNYLESS

JOEL & MARTHA

GARY WARD UNPLUGGED

TOM & AIMEE (WILD HONEY)

The Jubilee, Bourne

MULLERED AT THE MILL Ex-servicemens & Social Club, Kings Cliffe

NEW GENERATION TUE MAR 5 CRASH AND OPEN ACCOUSTIC BURN Charters, Town Bridge

North Street Bar, Peterborough

SAT MAR 2

The Millstone, Barnack

PULSE

UNDERCOVER

The Swiss Cottage, Woodston

Charters, Town Bridge

BE BOP A LULAS

THU MAR 7

LOOSE ROCKET The Firkin Ale, Bourne

MAXWELL HAMMER The Cock Inn, Werrington

MIKE AND THE RHYTHM STARS The Granary, Long Sutton

The Royal Oak, Castor

MON MAR 4

North Street Bar, North Street

INTWINED

North Street Bar, Peterborough

The Swiss Cottage, Woodston

KIRSTY KING

The Braza Club, March

J&J DUO Mama Liz's, Stamford

Charters, Town Bridge

The Golden Pheasant, Etton

THE LITTLE DAVE BAND THE ZOOTS

IRISH BAND The Golden Pheasant, I AM THE DICE + Etton WATSON & KICKBACK WIGMORE + JESSIE'S GHOST The Stage, Market Deeping + THE EDUKATORS LIVE BAND

THE R&B BAND

Charters, Town Bridge

GRUMPY OLD MEN

FRI MAR 15

Mama Liz's, Stamford

The Cherry Tree, Oundle Road

The Swiss Cottage, Woodston

Served till late every Friday and Saturday night

Mama Liz's, Stamford

CHILDREN OF THE REVOLUTION THE LIMIT

The Cherry Tree, Oundle Road

Live music sets from 11pm

Thorney Golf Club, Thorney

REVOLVER The Axe & Cleaver, Boston

THE GUARDS

MIND THE GAP NO TIME TO CONSPIRE The Cross Keys, Oundle Road

The New Inn, Boston

MARCEL PLEASANCE North Street Bar, Peterborough

The Carpenters Arms, Stanground

THE GUARDS The Brewery Tap, Westgate

THE HIGH ROLLERS Hole in the Wall, Stamford

THE ROCKET DOGS

PENNYLESS Mama Liz's, Stamford

THE COLLABORATORS The Swiss Cottage, Woodston

TREVOR 'BUDGIE' WALTON

TUE MAR 19

The Cherry Tree, Oundle Road

OPEN MIC

LITTLE SISTER The Jubilee, Bourne

The Cock Inn, Werrington

MAURICKY

SHANE POOLE

Three Horse Shoes, Werrington

North Street Bar, North Street

NEW GENERATION CRASH AND BURN

SLIDE TO OPEN The Cross Keys, Oundle Road

The Railway Inn, Ramsey

SAT MAR 16

Fletton Club, Fletton

The Cross Keys, Oundle Road

UNTAMED

NEW GENERATION CRASH AND BURN

Charters, Town Bridge

IRISH BAND

The Swiss Cottage, Woodston

The Dragon, Werrington

OUT OF ORDER

THE PULSE

The Solstice, Northminster

THE RELICS

LEON

KICKBACK

CLADDAGH

SUBWAY '77

HOOKER

The Golden Fleece, Stamford

KICKBACK

The Swiss Cottage, Woodston

The Golden Fleece, Etton

The Golden Pheasant, Etton

The Bluebell, Dogsthorpe

The Stage, Market Deeping

RAMSHACKLE SERENADE

PENNYLESS

Ebeneezers, Woodston

KICKBACK

Charters, Town Bridge

CAPTAIN TWENTY 4 BACKWASH AND The Pear Tree, Stamford THE BARLEY BOY (AND GIRL) SAT MAR 23 RAFTER RAISERS BIG 10 The Royal Oak, Castor

FRI MAR 8

LAWLESS

GROOVE CARTEL

The Ostrich, North Street

SUN MAR 17

CHILL FACTOR

The Stage, Market Deeping

Mama Liz's, Stamford

THE GUARDS

The Ploughman, Werrington

Sawtry Club, Sawtry

The Ostrich, North Street

LATESHOW Ebeneezers, Woodston

NEW GENERATION CRASH AND BURN

The Cherry Tree, Oundle Road

SWITCH

LIVE BAND

Royal British Legion Club, Crowland

The Swiss Cottage, Woodston

THE 707 UK

LIVE BANDS The Crown, Lincoln Road

MARCEL P AND THE DELTAPHONICS North Street Bar, Peterborough

NEW GENERATION CRASH AND BURN O'Neill's, Broadway

OPEN MIC WITH PHIL

CALDER MCLAUGHLIN

Quinns, Whittlesey

The Jubilee, Bourne

Sawtry Club, Sawtry

ECHOES OF FLOYD

SYMPTOM

SIDEWINDER

The Fenman, Stanground

THE COLLABORATORS The Golden Pheasant, Etton

THE LES WOODS BAND Charters, Town Bridge

WILD HONEY The Cock Inn, Werrington

SUN MAR 31 AMPLIFY + NEW GENERATION CRASH & BURN + CHILDREN OF THE REVOLUTION The Stage, Market Deeping

CUTTIN LOOSE

The Cock Inn, Werrington

The Cherry Tree, Oundle Road

FRANKLY MY DEAR

THE CONSPIRACY Boston DARREN & MEE CLUB

Stilton Country Club, Stilton

Hole in the Wall, Stamford The Jubilee, Bourne

HOOKER

THE FEDS

DELLA

The Cock Inn, Werrington

Sawtry Club, Sawtry

THE MIGHTY QUINN

LIVE BAND

The Cherry Tree, Oundle Road

JAMES EDMONDS North Street Bar, Peterborough

The Boat Inn, Whittlesey

LOWLAND

WED MAR 20

Three Horse Shoes, Werrington

The Swiss Cottage, Woodston

The Carpenters Arms,

The Swiss Cottage, Woodston

NORTHERN SOUL THE MISTREATED & MOD BAND The Cross Keys, Oundle Road

Hole in the Wall, Stamford

THE STEREDENTS

Mama Liz’s, Stamford

The Dragon, Werrington

The Carpenters Arms, Stanground

ROCKET'57

PAUL LAKE

SAT MAR 30

STONE WEAVER

CODE RED

The Cherry Tree, Oundle Road

CAPTAIN PAT MCMANUS BACKWASH AND + BROTH3R WILD HONEY THE BARLEY BOY Mama Liz's, Stamford The Cherry Tree, (AND GIRL) Oundle Road RAFTER RAISERS THU MAR 21 The Vine, Market Deeping BATTLE OF SUN MAR 10 THE BANDS FROM THE AIN'T The Solstice, Northminster STICKS MISBEHAVIN The Carpenters Arms, CAPTAIN Mama Liz's, Stamford Stanground BACKWASH AND TUE MAR 12 THE BARLEY BOY GRUMPY (AND GIRL) OPEN MIC WITH OLD MEN JAMES EDMONDS The Fenman, Stanground RAFTER RAISERS

ON THE CEILING

The Bull, Newborough

The Stage, Market Deeping

The Hand & Heart, Highbury Street

The Swiss Cottage, Woodston

North Street Bar, Peterborough

The Cock Inn, Werrington

THE 707 UK

LEE MAJOR

JIMMY & RUSS

SLIDE TO OPEN

The Jubilee, Bourne

FRI MAR 29

North Street Bar, Peterborough

FURYON + SMOKESCREEN + WRECKLASS

The Carpenters Arms, Stanground

RED BIRD

The Cherry Tree, Oundle Road

IAN GRAHAM + KAT MOORE

Ebeneezers, Woodston

IGNITION

ROCKET JUMP

The Swiss Cottage, Woodston

The Swiss Cottage, Woodston

The Crown, Lincoln Road

The Cherry Tree, Oundle Road

The Court House Inn, Thrapston

RAMSHACKLE SERENADE

THE OVERDUBS

TWENTY 4

GROUNDED

LOOSE ROCKET

Mama Liz's, Stamford

JAMES EDMONDS

The Cross Keys, Oundle Road

The Cherry Tree, Oundle Road

The London Inn, Stamford

New England Club, Occupation Road

OPEN MIC WITH JAMES EDMONDS

PORKY PIG

OPEN ACCOUSTIC

HOOKER

THU MAR 28

AMANDA G

The Swiss Cottage, Woodston

Prince of Wales Feathers, Castor

The Dragon, Werrington

FRI MAR 22

The Golden Pheasant, Etton

PORKY PIG The Carpenters Arms, Stanground

REVOLVER The Fisherman's Arms, Pode Hole

THE INFLUENCE

The Carpenters Arms, Stanground

CUTTIN LOOSE The Stage, Market Deeping

PENNYLESS Thorney Club, Thorney

MON APR 1 SHELLY TICKNER UNPLUGGED Charters, Town Bridge

GOVANNEN The Jubilee, Bourne

If you wanna get your gigs in ESP for free e-mail gigs@espmag.co.uk or post to: ESP Magazine, PO Box 431, Peterborough, PE6 7FG.

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*ESP can not be held responsible for errors in this listing, be sure to check with the venue for confirmation.

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They’ll have an 80s Fancy Dress Disco & Karaoke on Friday March 1 from 8.30pm. There’ll be prizes for the best fancy dress and 80s rendition and Red Nose Day Sweepstakes available to play on the night.

It’ll soon be time to celebrate the Best of British and sink a few of our finest real ales! The Ruddy Duck in Peakirk is marking St George’s Day with a Beer Festival on Saturday April 20 from 2pm till late. There’ll be a wide range of Real Ales, as well as live music and a barbecue. For more info visit www.theruddyduck.co.uk

ST. PATRICK’S DAY @ DOG IN A DOUBLET The Dog in a Doublet at Whittlesey is preparing for a right old knees up for St. Patrick’s Day to raise cash for charity.

They’re holding an Irish night on Sunday March 17 which features live music including a Bodhran, fiddle, guitar and two fine voices – Paul and Glen Elliott. It’s on from 6pm – 10.30pm and sounds like a great night for £10 including an Irish supper with all profits going to Macmillian.

If you’d like to organise an 80s theme night for Comic Relief visit www.rednoseday.com/fundraise/the-funraisers/eighties

RED NOSE DAY @ THE CROSS KEYS The Cross Keys on Oundle Road is joining in with the Red Nose Day fundraising by putting on a Comic Relief 80s night. Jason Donovan’s fronting the campaign encouraging people to raise cash 80s style!

Bluebell (DOGSTHORPE) • Under new management • Live music - check ESP Gig Guide • Home cooked food served Mon–Sat 11am – 4pm, Sun 1pm – 5pm.

• Sky + Espn • Real Ales • Quiz Night Sunday • FREE pool on Mondays • Cambridge £2.70 and Fosters £3 during Premiership Football • Wakes and Christenings – function room available.

• Disco / Karaoke (contact us for details)

EASTER FUN @ THE PLOUGHMAN The Ploughman in Werrington is gearing up for the Easter bank holiday with plenty of entertainment to keep you amused on your days off. On Good Friday enjoy tunes from back in the day with their Retro Disco, on Saturday there’s great live music from The Feds, and then you get to do the singing on Easter Sunday with karaoke with Mighty Mouth Trev.

The Talbot Inn • Monday – Poker night from 7.30pm • Wednesday – Steak night from 6pm • Thursday – Quiz night from 8.30pm • Friday – Fish & Chip night from 6pm • Sunday – Sunday Roast 12.00pm – 3pm • Real Ales • Extensive Beer Garden • Fresh homemade food.

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The Dragon

• Full home cooked lunch and evening menu • Sunday Lunches • Real Ales • Quiz on Sunday nights • Extensive Beer Garden • In The Good Beer Guide 2012 • Poker night on Fridays • Christmas menu now available Sawtry Road, Glatton, Peterborough, PE28 5RZ Tel: 01487 830410

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The Crown Inn

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• Fosters, Amstel, Guinness, John Smiths, Strongbow all £2.80 • Real Ales & Real Cider • Pool table, Dart Board, Big Screens • Real open fire, Free parking, Sheltered heated smoking patio • Live music – Party nights – check website and ESP Gig Guide

749 Lincoln Road, Peterborough, PE1 3HD www.thecrownonline.co.uk

To advertise your pub here for only £16 per week call Ian on:

01733 579707

Free listings for your live entertainment included Email: office@espmag.co.uk

Last few spaces available!