Eastside November 2019

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Eastside THE QUALITY MAGAZINE FOR DONCASTER, ROTHERHAM & NORTH NOTTS

Snappy dressers

Festive countdown

Meet our St Leger best dressed man and woman

Christmas comes to Bawtry and Tickhill

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Salutations!

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CONTENTS

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Shop local for your Christmas decorations

16 The best of the best

The (culinary) stars were out for the eastside Restaurant Awards 2019 at the hilton garden inn. Find out who triumphed on the night...

30 Seventh heaven

49

The Diary

What’s going on in your region?

51 Beauty

Here’s some of our favourite makeup bags to stash away all your stuff

We take a closer look at one of doncaster’s thriving postcodes

54 Toad

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Have you been caught on camera?

Get into the spirit... the Bawtry Christmas event returns on 24 November

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Visit Bawtry Update 43 Christmas cracker

Get ready for the big festive switch-on in Tickhill – it’s a perfect opportunity to get into the spirit of the season

47 Deck the halls

Go all out with these festive decorations from local independents

Fashion

Get ready for the colder months ahead with these statement pieces from local boutiques

60 Seriously stylish

The William Hill St Leger Festival might be over for another year, but there are still two very important winners left to be announced – Eastside’s Best Dressed Lady and Best Dressed Revolver Gent 2019

64 Glamour and glitz

Twenty sixth designer fashion show makes a show-stopping return FRONT COVER: Congratulations to Thai at the Sal, our Restaurant of the Year and Best of Asia. See page 16 for more

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The best of the best THE (CULINARY) STARS WERE OUT FOR THE EASTSIDE RESTAURANT AWARDS 2019 AT THE HILTON GARDEN INN. FIND OUT WHO TRIUMPHED ON THE NIGHT...

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he Eastside Restaurant Awards 2019 was truly this year’s most glamorous night of the year.

Well, what more would you expect from the shining stars of the Doncaster and South Yorkshire dining scene?

This is an event that has grown in size and stature since we staged our first awards dinner back in 2013, and with the men in black tie and the ladies in glittering evening wear it was a dazzling occasion.

There was a new venue for this year’s event – The Hilton Garden Inn at Doncaster Racecourse – and they did us proud with a setting fit for this prestigious event as 150-plus guests packed the venue, creating a vibrant atmosphere.

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EASTSIDE RESTAURANT AWARDS 2019 Guest judges (L-R) Chris Wilson Kirsten Donaghy and Michael Price

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some little lunch where they serve up this year’s Michelin stars. No doubt it was a swish affair, but we are sure it couldn’t hold a candle to 2019’s most memorable night out.

Competition was keen of course, but we were delighted with how many local restaurants and cafes entered into the spirit of the occasion. It was fantastic to see all of the nominees together in one room, celebrating the superb quality of eateries to be found in our region.

There were 13 awards in total and on the following pages we’ll give you the lowdown on all the winners.

But of course, the entire occasion was geared towards the unveiling of the big winners of our premium award – the Eastside Restaurant of the Year for 2019.

And this year’s top prize went, for the first time, to Thai at The Sal, a popular Thai restaurant in Doncaster where the spicy cuisine packs a real punch.

This slightly unorthodox venue – a totally authentic Thai restaurant on top of a traditional English pub – wowed the judges with its relaxed setting, attentive, friendly service and a fabulous menu packed with delicious gastronomic delights. Thai at the Sal were double winners on the night, scooping the Best of Asia category as well as our main prize.

The two other shortlisted venues in the Restaurant of the Year category were The Pantry 8020 in Misterton, which won our Best Café/Light Bite category, and The Station Restaurant & Bar at Blaxton, which won two awards – Best

Pub Restaurant and Best Newcomer.

Judging by the massive round of applause that greeted the announcement – made by our guest judge Michael Price, proprietor of the Gourmet Dining Room in Doncaster – it was a popular and richly deserved award.

Michael said: “Events like this show just how much quality there is across our region in restaurants, gastro pubs and cafes. Our industry is making great strides and it’s the smaller independent venues such as those represented at these awards that are in really great shape.

“The judges had three great meals out and each venue had a lot going for it.

The Pantry looks fantastic and has a great mix of healthy dishes and treats, while The Station is a new dining pub where it is obvious there has been no expense spared in transforming it into a modern venue with food to suit all tastes.

“But there is no doubt Thai at the Sal was a worthy winner. We ate some fantastic Thai dishes, full of punchy flavours and packed with herbs and spices, and the warmth of the welcome

Eastside publishing manager Terri Holt

and the standard of service was terrific too.”

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Guests were greeted on arrival at the Hilton Garden Inn with a welcome drink and all of our 13 winners received an engraved plaque from Eastside. All in all it was a fantastic evening, and certainly an occasion that left us all buzzing with excitement about what the future holds for the local restaurant scene. Roll on next year...

Now read on to find out more about the category winners at the Eastside Restaurant Awards 2019.

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Thanks and praises...

Many thanks to all the local businesses who helped us make the 2019 Eastside Restaurant Awards such a huge success.

The evening was hosted by Eastside publishing manager Terri Holt and managing editor Chris Wilson. Terri looked stunning in a dress from Chique of Doncaster, who we’d like to thank for adding even more glamour to a dazzling evening.

Thanks also to Dining Diva Catering Equipment Ltd for sponsoring the Best Newcomer award with a £100 prize, won by The Station Restaurant & Bar at Blaxton. Dining Diva supply plates, cutlery and glassware to many of the winners and nominees and they had a presentation stand in the room on the night.

The room looked stunning, thanks in large part to Special Events Doncaster who helped create a real ‘wow factor’ with a spectacular black and silver colour scheme on the tables.

Meanwhile the venue proved to be a real hit with all concerned. The Hilton Garden Inn, a fabulous new hotel at Doncaster Racecourse, provided the ideal setting for our celebration of the region’s finest dining establishments, serving up delicious food and immaculate service in a suitably grand setting.

This was certainly one of those nights that nobody wanted to end and as soon as the awards were over, Eyeball Entertainment made sure the dancefloor was packed into the small hours with a winning selection of top tunes.

Best Customer Service Aagrah For the first time at the Eastside Restaurant Awards we had a Best Customer Service trophy, awarded to the venue that really goes out of its way to make customers feel welcome. There were several great restaurants and cafes in the running but Aagrah, the ever-popular Indian restaurant, was a deserved winner. They’ve won multiple awards over the years... now there’s another one to hang on their ‘wall of fame’!

Manager Asif Ali has said: “We treat our customers like they’re a part of our family. We try to create a family-oriented environment where everybody feels at home.”

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Eastside Restaurant of the Year 2019

Thai at the Sal Also: Best of Asia

e’d call it a hidden gem – but that’s not strictly the case, as the word is well and truly out about Thai at the Sal. Taking home both Best of Asia and the coveted Eastside Restaurant of the Year awards, it was third time lucky for the authentic Thai restaurant and they had plenty to celebrate.

“This is our third year at the Eastside Restaurant Awards, and we are so proud (and shocked) to have been recognised for all our hard work over the last three years and beyond.

“We’ve been busy expanding, working on our menu and introducing – and are still introducing – new concepts and we just want to say the biggest thank to you to our amazing customers, team and the readers of Eastside magazine because we would not be here without you.

“It’s been a long journey getting to where we are now and it’s genuinely so special that we’re able to celebrate alongside our full team and the many restaurants, bars and businesses that make Doncaster’s culinary scene the wonderfully vibrant mix that is. We can’t wait to come back next year!”

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Best Pub Restaurant & Best Newcomer The Station Restaurant & Bar Whether you’re looking for great food, great beer or simply a great time, The Station Restaurant and Bar has it all and the team were overjoyed to take home both Eastside’s Best Pub Restaurant and Best Newcomer awards.

“We only opened our doors seven months ago, so we could not have ever dreamt that we were going to take home an award (we we’re just delighted to be recognised) – let alone two! We are absolutely over the moon, we can’t believe it, thank you so much to everyone involved and to all our customers. It’s been a hard but incredible journey so far and we’re really looking forward to the next year and beyond.”

Best Café/Light Bite The Pantry 8020 Nestled in the heart of Misterton, The Pantry 8020 may be a little off the beaten track but taking home the Eastside Award for Best Café/Light Bite certainly proved that they are well and truly on the map.

“This one’s for our team. They are the best group of people and we could not have achieved any of this without them over the last three years – so this one’s for you guys. We are all so passionate about food and we never stop trying to improve each dish and we are just so truly grateful to be here tonight and to be recognised for the hard work and commitment that has got us to where we are today. Thank you all so much.”

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Best Wine Bar & Restaurant Edwins of Hatfield The team at Edwins’ aim is simple, to bring you the very best in mouth-watering local ingredients; simply prepared and that taste utterly divine. Priding themselves on a belief that food is to be savoured, shared and enjoyed with friends and loved ones, the team were overjoyed to take home the Eastside Award for Best Wine Bar and Restaurant.

“The Eastside Awards put Doncaster on the map as a culinary destination and we are honoured to be recognised alongside so many other wonderful establishments across our region. We’re so surprised and delighted to celebrate with you all and cannot thank everyone involved in getting us to where we are today enough.”

Best Afternoon Tea Dainty Doris Although they were unable to join us on the night, we caught up with Rachel at Dainty Doris to see how they felt about their first win at the Eastside Restaurant Awards.

“We’re honestly so honoured and proud. We have grown from nothing and it’s just so nice to think that our customers think so highly of our tiny little shop. We follow what Aunty Doris taught me and we make everything in house – and with a whole lot of love, which I think is the secret. She taught me how to bake from a young age and we put a modern twist on it, making sure our customers know exactly where all our ingredients come from.”

EASTSIDE RESTAURANT AWARDS 2019

Best Hotel Restaurant The Crown Hotel The Crown’s kitchen is headed up by head chef Kaz, who is a wizard when it comes to food and quickly garnered praise from a discerning Doncaster public for her menu of refined comfort food. The team where ecstatic to take home the Eastside Best Hotel Restaurant award.

“It is fantastic to take home the Eastside award for Best Hotel Restaurant. You’re only as good as the team behind you and the team I work with are fantastic. Getting here was an absolute team effort and we are so grateful to all our customers and of course the Eastside readers.

“Bawtry is a fabulous place to work and there are so many other fabulous restaurants being celebrated alongside us. We all work so hard to champion our town as a dining destination and it is lovely to be able to enjoy the results of that hard work together.”

Best Bar & Grill Bawtry’s Bar & Brasserie After a recent makeover, one of Bawtry’s most familiar landmarks – Bawtry’s Bar and Brasserie – is well and truly back at the beating heart of the town’s social scene and took home Eastside’s award for Best Bar and Grill.

“We’ve only been back for five and a half months and so this has come as the biggest shock to us all. Some of the team where with us last year and took home two Eastside awards (which was incredible) and I think that it just goes to show how hard we work that we have been able to continue that success so soon and under a different name.

“Doncaster is at its peak. I think it’s the best it’s ever been; with the regeneration of the Wool Market and how buzzing Bawtry is right now and it is in an absolute pleasure to celebrate alongside such talented individuals, including the cooking sensation that is Michael Price – he’s a culinary legend.”

Best Family Friendly Sunnybank Gardens

Readers’ Choice The Old Butcher’s

You’ll struggle to find a better setting than at Sunnybank Garden who were thrilled to be crowned Eastside’s Best Family Friendly for the second year running.

“It was brilliant to take home this award once – let alone twice. We are made up. We’ve all been working really hard and we could not be more thankful to our team and to our loyal customers.

“We feel genuinely overwhelmed by the amazing talent and comradery across the Doncaster dining scene.”

Nestled in the heart of the village of Fishlake, The Old Butcher’s have certainly come up with a winning recipe and were delighted to be crowned Eastside’s Reader’s Choice.

“A huge thank you from the bottom of our hearts to all the Eastside readers for voting for us we are overjoyed to be recognised and loved by you all. We like to think the reason our customers keep coming back is because of our amazing team and we vow to continue to work hard to provide you with the friendliest and best service possible.”

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“I’m Chintana, most people know me as Ton. I grew up in a village not far from the city of Ratchuburi in Thailand. I started cooking at a young age and used to cook for all my family.

Mai Dang was my first restaurant I opened when I was 18 years old. Six Years later, I met my husband and we decided to start a family in Doncaster.

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Ten years of running a successful business, we wanted to expand and we decided to open the Bangkok Royal Elephant. Now we’re starting a new chapter by opening the only Thai Restaurant in Doncaster, Thai At The Sal.”

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Sandwich Selection of: Turkey, Stuffing and Cranberry, Cheese and Chutney, Home baked Roast Ham, Egg and Spinach on White and Brown Bloomer

Prawn Cocktail • Pate and Toast • Homemade Soup

Homemade Sausage Roll, filled with Pork Sausage meat, Cranberry Sauce and Stuffing Christmas Pickles - Gherkins, Olives, Onions & Beetroot Chunk of Christmas Cheese Homemade Mince Tarts, Chocolate Fudge Cake, Pot of Sunnybank French Vanilla Ice Cream and a Scone with Jam and Cream Glass of Mulled Wine or a Pot of Tea or Coffee

STARTERS MAIN COURSE Traditional Roast Turkey Served with Chipolata, Stuffing, Yorkshire Pudding, Cranberry and Bread Sauces Roast Pork Served with, Crackling, Stuffing, Yorkshire Pudding, Apple Sauce Beef Stew and Dumplings Roasted Mediteranean Vegetables Served with Quinoa and a Tomato Jus All of the above, served with Seasonal Vegetables, Mash and Roast Potatoes

PUDDINGS Christmas Pudding Served with Custard, Cream or French Vanilla Ice Cream Jam Sponge Served with Custard, Cream or French Vanilla Ice Cream Knickerbocker Glory Homemade Meringues Served with Baileys Ice Cream, Caramel Sauce, & Cream

Browse our gift shop while you wait OPENING HOURS: Mon & Tues Closed Weds, Thurs & Fri, 9am - 4pm Sat & Sun 9am - 5pm

Bawtry Road, Hatfield Woodhouse, Doncaster DN7 6PH Tel: 01302 842954 @Sunnybankgardens www.sunnybankgardens.co.uk

FOCUS ON DN7

Seventh heaven WE TAKE A CLOSER LOOK AT ONE OF DONCASTER’S THRIVING POSTCODES. rom luxury homes to specialist independent shopping to friendly restaurants, bars and cafes, the DN7 postcode is a much soughtafter area to work, live and socialise in.

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It encompasses some of the most desirable villages in the Eastside area including Fishlake, a lovely small village that has the feel of being totally off the beaten track but is actually very accessible; Hatfield, a small community that is

definitely getting busier with a winning combination of shops, cafes, restaurants and bars and Hatfield Woodhouse, another beautiful small village.

Here are just a few of the thriving businesses in the region.

Edwins Nestled on the High Street of Hatfield is the excellent local eatery, Edwins, a place where you can catch up with friends or family enjoying a sharing board, stone baked pizza or social plates. Choose from a large variety of gins and wines to perfectly complement the food and sit back and relax in the warm and inviting atmosphere. Edwins also hosts five boutique individually designed hotel rooms for those wanting a longer stay, making it an ideal base to explore what Doncaster has on offer.

Keep an eye out for our live events including acoustic live music every first Sunday of the month and social Sundays between 5-9pm every Sunday where pizzas and Peroni are two-for-one!

Edwins also hosts a number of themed events including gin tasting, wreath making and ladies fashion nights as well as being available for private hire through the week for that special occasion.

7 High Street, Hatfield, DN7 6RS / Tel: 01302 430275

Mell Homes Mell high quality luxury homes are built exclusively in carefully chosen locations, in and around the Doncaster area. Each home is designed and constructed with the care, craftsmanship and attention to detail upon which they have built a 40-year reputation.

Uncompromised quality, individuality, prestige and personal service form the cornerstones of the family business and they offer exceptional value for money. All Mell homes come with the built in peace of mind of a full 10-year NHBC guarantee and the reassuring award winning record of talented design, construction and customer service teams.

The latest development at Heathfield Place offers home buyers modern, country homes set within an exclusive area of Hatfield. This unique development of just nine, four-bedroom detached homes is taken from the Heritage range with prices starting from ÂŁ390,000.

Viewing is by appointment only. Please telephone 07810 496820 or email sales@mellhomes.co.uk.

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A Mell Homes development at Ling Lane, Hatfield

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The Old Butchers The Old Butchers is located in the quaint village of Fishlake.

A family run café/bistro that prides itself on its friendly service making you feel home from home.

Homemade and locally sourced produce are the key to their delightful menus, from breakfast to delicious cakes, hearty lunches and special bistro nights.

Having recently won the Readers’ Choice Award at the Eastside Restaurant Awards 2019 and previously won Best Café/Light Bite award in 2018, The Old Butchers continues to prove itself as a much loved place to visit for both locals and many out of town visitors who purposely drive though to enjoy the experience.

Main Street, Fishlake, DN7 5JJ Tel: 01302 842111 Facebook @theoldbutchersfishlake

Sunnybank Gardens Sunnybank Gardens, located in Hatfield Woodhouse, caters to everyone, and we mean everyone! With a doggy diner so you can enjoy a coffee or lunch in the warmth with your canine friend, a undercover playbarn to keep the little ones entertained and a crazy golf course for all ages.

You can enjoy breakfast, lunch, a coffee or something a little stronger at their licensed bar but you must not miss out on The Yorkshire Ice Cream Parlour with ever-changing homemade flavours. Keep an eye out on their Facebook page for their special events as they do sell out quickly.

Sunnybank Gardens has recently won, for the second year in a row, the Best Family Friendly Eastside Restaurant Award proving itself to be the place everyone can enjoy. Always good to know too they have secure caravan storage on site and a small gift shop area.

Bawtry Road, Hatfield Woodhouse, DN7 6PH Tel: 01302 842954 Facebook @sunybankgardens

Tickled Pink With so many to choose from, finding the perfect wedding dress is often a hard task. Do you go short? Long?

Formal or contemporary? Tickled Pink know just how much the day means to you, because they’re experts when it comes to special occasions and really do understand the need to find ‘the one’.

They can help you every step of the way, from advice on finding the right look to adding the perfect finishing touch such as millinery, shoes and bags. Most importantly, they take the time to understand you, so you can look forward to feeling fabulous and effortlessly stylish. Tickled Pink was established in 1987 and owner Shelley, who has been part of the team for over 30 years, purchased the store in 2018.

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Heathfield Place Lings Lane, Hatfield, Doncaster, DN7 6AB

A prestigious development of just nine luxury four bedroomed homes

FOR INFORMATION CONTACT : 07810 496820 SALES@MELLHOMES.CO.UK www.mellhomes.co.uk Building luxury for over 35 years

TICKLED PINK Bridalwear Bridesmaids Mother of the bride Marc Darcy suits & mens formal wear hire 2-4 Manor Rd, Hatfield, Doncaster South Yorkshire, DN7 6SB T: 01302 842234 E: shop@tickledpinkbridal.co.uk

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Monday to Friday 9:30am - 5pm Saturday 9am - 5pm

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TRADITIONALLY BUILT HOMES OF DISTINCTION

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FULL VENUE PRIVATE HIRE ON SELECTED DATES FROM £22.95PP INCLUDES ARRIVAL DRINK AND A THREE COURSE MEAL

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Boxing Day Lunch

Available throughout December £25pp Come & celebrate with friends and family

Join us with friends & family for Lunch from 12pm £25 adults £12.50 under 12s

Mamma’s Italian Christmas Dinner

New Year’s Day Lunch

Come and join us for our popular evening feasting on a banquet of rustic Italian dishes.

Thursday 19th December £30pp

Join us with friends & family for lunch from 12pm £25 adults £12.50 under 12s

New Year’s Eve Dinner

Christmas Day

Join us for a Canapé and Fizz reception followed by a sumptuous 3 course dinner £50pp

Let us at the White Horse relieve you of the stress of Christmas Day, join us with family & friends for lunch £75 adults £40 children (under 12s)

Call us now to book on 01302 710211

High Street | Misson | DN10 6ED | Tel: 01302 710211 www.thewhitehorseinnmisson.co.uk Opening times: Tues - Sat 6pm - 11pm | Sunday from 12pm

Get Jnto the Festive Spirit with 5he School of Artisan Food For food lovers and home bakers, Christmas is the perfect time of year to showcase delicious home-made festive fare with family and friends.

The School of Artisan Food has launched its Christmas Collection to cover everything from baking, Christmas puddings, pies, pates and terrines through to making the perfect puff pastry.

So whether you’re looking to learn new skills, want to create some delicious treats to eat at home or use as fantastic artisan gifts, The School has something for you. Spend your day working with leading food professionals in HSFBU GBDJMJUJFT at The School of Artisan 'PPE located on the historic Welbeck Estate in the heart of Sherwood Forest.

Christmas Baking: 17 November & 7 December Dazzle your friends and impress your family with the Christmas skills learned on this practical course. Guided by an internationally renowned baker, you’ll learn the practical skills needed to master making your own puff pastry, marzipan and enriched doughs and create scrumptious stollen and traditional mince pies with a twist.

Christmas Puddings (Stir up Sunday): 24 November Journey back in time and discover the provenance, recipes and stories behind the traditional Christmas pudding. Celebrated food historian Ivan Day will share the fascinating and remarkable history of the iconic Christmas Pudding, as he produces a selection of plumb puddings dating back hundreds of years including a 15th century frumenty, a sweet Christmas haggis and Empire Christmas Pudding.

Festive Pies: 8 December Ideal for those who love nothing more than tucking into a traditional pie for the festive season.

Learn how to produce proper handcrafted pies and festive pies and the practical skills to create the homemade pastry and the tasty, savoury fillings that together make a truly great pie.

For more information, visit www.schoolofartisanfood.org or call + 44 (0)1909 532171 The School of Artisan Food, Lower Motor Yard, Welbeck, Nottinghamshire S80 3LR

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We are proud to introduce Canters Bistro, a new intimate bistro restaurant and wine bar run by Dougie Dickson and his wife Margaret with passion and an eye for quality.

Canters Bistro and wine bar is the culmination of years of experience and the drive to excel in culinary expertise.

We guarantee high quality cuisine created from locally sourced ingredients, served in a friendly but intimate environment.

Dougie and his expert team look forward to welcoming you to our restaurant and to help you make memories over proper meals.

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VISIT BAWTRY

GET INTO THE SPIRIT... THE BAWTRY CHRISTMAS EVENT RETURNS ON 24 NOVEMBER.

t’s the fabulous festive happening in the picturesque market town of Bawtry that comes around every year to tell us that Christmas is not far away.

Bawtry Retail Association will once again by hosting its annual Christmas event on Sunday 24 November between 12noon and 6pm and it promises to be the biggest and best yet.

Over 40 stalls and catering outlets will be clustered in the Market Place, Dower House Square, the Church Hall and the Courtyard. They will be complemented by fairground rides supplied by Roger Tuby & Son Funfairs, including the return of the ferris wheel, kindly sponsored once again by Bawtry Town Council.

There will be musical entertainment throughout the event, the fabulous GP Princesses will be attending and performances from the Dance Space & the Bawtry Phoenix Young Players. There will

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be a visit from Father Christmas and his elves plus the hugely anticipated, spectacular Womack’s of Bawtry Christmas window will be unveiled at 5pm.

“This is our sixth event and the team have been working hard to ensure that 2019 is full of festive cheer and has lots for all ages to enjoy,” said Ross Jarvie of Bawtry Retail Association.

Bawtry businesses will remain in the Christmas spirit with late night openings and festive treats at cafes, bars and restaurants. It is also an ideal opportunity to find amazing Christmas gifts for friends and family. Details of opening hours and offers can be found from individual retailers.

One person who will be much missed this year is Jackie Strickland, wife of Rev Jonathan Strickland, who passed away in June after an extended illness.

Jackie was a much-loved character in Bawtry. As well as managing Cherish

Dress Agency she was a very active member of the Bawtry Christmas Event steering group. She played a huge part in making the event such a success, coordinating all the stalls.

In Jackie’s memory rosettes will be presented to the ‘Best Dressed Stalls’, which will be judged by Rev Strickland on the day. Once again the main event sponsors are One Call Insurance.

There will be a free park and ride bus service courtesy of Wilfreda Beehive available from Hudson’s Yard and ample paid parking at the Memorial Sports Ground.

For more details check Facebook @visitbawtry, twitter @visitbawtry or www.visitbawtry.com

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Christmas Wedding Package £14,950.00 Based on 70 Day and 90 Evening Styled to Perfection ~Red carpet arrival ~A white petal aisle for your civil ceremony ~Ornate Italian Chiavari chairs ~Crisp ivory table linen and napkins ~Finest glassware, cutlery and embossed crockery ~8 exquisite silver or gold candelabra festive table centre pieces ~2 decorative urns ~10 rustic lanterns to furbish the entrance hall or gardens ~Artist easel to display seating plan ~Cake Stand and Knife ~White twinkle dance floor ~DJ ~An executive room with breakfast at the Crown Hotel Bawtry for the happy couple ~Five extra standard guest bedrooms at the Crown Hotel Bawtry Eat, Drink and Celebrate ~A flute of champagne following your civil ceremony, or an arrival from church ~A selection of 3 canapés ~3-course wedding breakfast ~Coffee and truffles following the wedding breakfast ~2 glasses of wine served during the wedding breakfast ~Bottles of still and sparking water on each table during the wedding breakfast ~A flute of champagne to toast your speeches ~Evening buffet ~Bacon rolls at midnight ADDITIONAL GUESTS Day & Evening - £100.00 ~ Evening Only - £15.00 ~ Children - £9.95

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Christmas cracker GET READY FOR THE BIG FESTIVE SWITCH-ON IN TICKHILL – IT’S A PERFECT OPPORTUNITY TO GET INTO THE SPIRIT OF THE SEASON. he Christmas lights switch-on in the pretty village of Tickhill is one of the highlights of the festive season, and this year’s event on Thursday 28 November looks like being a cracker.

With fairground rides, a Father Christmas sleigh courtesy of Tickhill Lions and an appearance by some seriously cute alpacas, this is an event for the whole family not to be missed.

The big lights switch-on is at 6pm and with the shops open until 8pm, and the restaurants open ‘til late, it’s a perfect opportunity to get into the spirit of the season, make an early start on your Christmas shopping, and then relax with

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a glass of something and a bite to eat.

There will be music in St Mary’s Court, and do get to Tickhill early if you can, as from 5.30pm the local day nursery and primary school children will be singing carols followed by handbell ringing inside the magnificent St Mary’s Church, one of the finest in Yorkshire.

There will be a Country Market in the Methodist Church selling a selection of local products and gifts, and craft stalls in the local Scouts headquarters. There will be more Christmas stalls at the Winter Wonderland site behind Lockwoods and if you are feeling peckish while you are out and about, outdoor catering is provided by Roccos.

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Deck the halls GO ALL OUT WITH THESE FESTIVE DECORATIONS FROM LOCAL INDEPENDENTS. t’s inching closer to that time of year again, when we unpack the Christmas tree and untangle all the decorations we’ve accumulated over the years.

It can be tricky, however, to achieve a polished look – if you’ve ever spent hours trying to untangle a ball of lights, you’re not the only one – and although you absolutely love the bauble you bought over a decade ago, it may be time to consider getting something new to add to the tree.

Whether you go all-out decorating for the holidays, or keep things cool and sleek, check out our pick of the best baubles and Christmas décor and make sure your home becomes something just a little bit magical – with a little help from the region’s festive experts.

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Cherry Lane Garden Centre 1. Disco Range Contemporary and elegant glass baubles will make a real style statement. Two for £3 or £1.99 each 2. Traditional Range Embellish your tree with luxury glass baubles and bring a little charm for many a Christmas to come. Two for £3 or £1.99 each 3. Artisan Range Get a little crafty this Christmas, bright and fun to create the most cheerful tree. Two for £2 or £1.49 each 4. Retro Range Cherry Lane’s range of glass ornaments will evoke memories of Christmas past and bring joy to young and old. Two for £5 or £2.99 each Tickhill Garden Centre by Cherry Lane, Bawtry Road, Tickhill Doncaster, DN11 9EX Tel: 01302 742134 Email: enquiries@cherry-lane.co.uk www.cherry-lane.co.uk

ETC Are you dreaming of a bright Christmas in your home? Whether you like to deck the halls in a traditional style or make a glittering statement, get in the spirit with ETC’s amazing range of Christmas decorations.

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Tickets give you an allocated time slot, first entry is at 6pm last at 10pm.

Tickets available from www.sheffieldcathedral.org and from the Cathedral gift shop: Adults: £6 Children under 12: £4 I Under 3’s: Free I Family ticket 2 adults and 2 children: £17.50 Your ticket shows an allocated entry time slot but you are welcome to stay as long as you wish.

There is an exterior and interior light show, both of which operate on a fluid route through the Cathedral and surrounding area. There will be pop-up shops and refreshments available on the Forecourt.

Tickets are going fast so make sure you book early to avoid disappointment!

THE DIARY THEATRE MUSIC COMEDY EVENTS

COMEDY Frank Skinner: Showbiz 2 November / Cast / www.castindoncaster.com See comic legend Frank Skinner as he presents brand new material for the first time since his 2014 sell out tour, Man in a Suit.

Henning Wehn THEATRE The Graduate 1-2 November / Cast www.castindoncaster.com Benjamin Braddock, a recent college graduate, returns home and becomes embroiled in an affair with the wife of his father’s business partner, the infamous Mrs Robinson. When Benjamin falls in love with their daughter, complications ensue.

This is a cracking comedy which is both touching, romantic and incredibly funny.

Dead Reckoning 7-9 November / Doncaster Little Theatre www.doncasterlittletheatre.co.uk A renowned artist is forced to face the violence and heartbreak of the past when confronted by an uninvited guest. But even he could not have imagined the mental torture brought about by the visit.

7 November / Cast www.castindoncaster.com You couldn’t make it up; surely the German Comedy Ambassador Henning Wehn hasn’t bosched out yet another new show? And what’s he still doing here anyway?

Al Murray 29 November / The Dome www.dclt.co.uk A time of crisis, the world in chaos, the country divided as it has never been divided before. Questions have been asked and non-answered. What we need is one man, to step forward, one man with all the answers. Well you’re in luck, ladies and gentlemen, he’s here and touring the nation.

Collectables stalls at this fantastic indoor exhibition hall.

Carole 9 November / Cast www.castindoncaster.com With a cast of the UK’s finest musicians, singers and dancers, Cast tell the story of the music of Carole King, from its early beginnings in New York in that hotbed of creativity that was the Brill Building to life in LA, The Troubadour Club and the singer-songwriter movement of early seventies California.

Prescription for Murder 14-21 November / Bawtry Phoenix Theatre www.bawtrytheatre.co.uk There is never a dull moment for Dr. Richard Forth. Not only does he have a hectic work schedule and an awkward friendship with his ex-girlfriend, but his wife, Barbara, is constantly ill and nobody knows what is wrong with her. With bad luck spreading almost as quickly as bad news, it seems somebody is out to kill Barbara, and anyone else who gets in their way.

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EVENTS November Handicap 9 November / Doncaster Racecourse www.doncaster-racecourse.co.uk The 2019 flat season comes to an exciting end with 7 quality races at the popular November Handicap Raceday.

The feature race; the November Handicap won by Royal Line under Robert Havlin in 2018 from a 23 strong field, is always a thrilling spectacle.

Antiques & Collectors Fair 17 November / Doncaster Racecourse www.doncaster-racecourse.co.uk Browse up to 400 Antique and

22-27 November / Doncaster Minster www.doncasterminster.co.uk The DN Festival of Light celebrates the diversity of the town by bringing different communities together in one space to engage in the arts and culture.

This year, Right Up Our Street is working with creative studio NOVAK artist Ed Carter to transform the interior of Doncaster Minster into an immersive world of light and colour, completely bespoke to the building.

Doncaster 10k 24 November / Doncaster Racecourse www.doncaster-racecourse.co.uk This event won the best in Yorkshire 10k at the National Running Awards for 2018 and has already won the 2019 best 10k in Yorkshire. Fully UKA licensed, chip timed, free parking, pie, medal, and free hot chocolate to all finishers.

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The Contemporary Home Black Flowers Make Up Bag £5 www.tch.net This funky make up bag is a great way to add a touch of style to your handbag and will make every nose-powdering or lippytouching-up moment a real pleasure. With a black and off white unusual geometric flower design, it’s got a great retro vibe that will never go out of fashion.

Bombay Duck Letterpress Make Up Bags with Metallic Letter www.bombayduck.com Prefer your belongings to have a personal touch? Check out this monogrammed makeup case from Bombay Duck. The adorable carryall is large enough to fit all your beauty essentials, and the faux leather material makes it super easy to clean.

Sophie Allport Flamingos Canvas Makeup Bag £16 www.sophieallport.com If you’re looking for a makeup bag that you’d be comfortable pulling out in public, this canvas pouch is for you. It’s the perfect middle-of-the-road size for holding the essentials with some room to spare, and it comes in a beautiful flamingo print, so it looks really good doing so.

Urban Coo Uashmama Grey Paper Bag £12.50 www.urbancoo.co.uk Looking to reduce waste and move toward a more sustainable lifestyle whilst maintaining a beautiful aesthetic? Then you need these bags in your life! Both stylish and versatile, these bags are made from a unique washable paper that is organic and natural – it feels like leather, washes like fabric and flattens for easy storage.

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Guests sparkle at the DB4C Diamond Ball Doncaster’s business community were dressed to the nines and ready to party at the Diamond Ball held in the magnificent surroundings of Bawtry Hall.

The Diamond Ball was organised by Doncaster Business for the Community, the ground-breaking and highly innovative charitable trust run entirely by the town’s business community which raises much needed funds for local charities and community projects. The event marked DB4C’s second collaboration with Equinox to raise funds to support cancer patients through Firefly and Cancer Research.

Almost 200 guests filled Bawtry Hall and were involved in a lively game of Heads and Tails with one lucky person winning the big prize of the evening a much sought after diamond pendant valued at £2,000 which was very kindly donated by Time For Diamonds of

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Bawtry. Guests were then treated to a stunning fireworks display in the grounds of Bawtry Hall and saw out the evening on the roulette and card tables followed by a disco with dancing into the early hours.

As a result of the evenings fund-raising activities, which also included an auction and raffle and the incredible generosity of the guests and the many Doncaster based businesses that donated prizes, DB4C set another record for the event.

DB4C Director Nigel Tomlinson said: “The annual Ball is our only non-sports related event and once again it was a huge success which is firmly established in the social calendar. DB4C has achieved so much since it was founded two years ago and our last three events alone have broken all previous records proving that the town’s businesses have a huge heart and care deeply about the community and its well being. We will

drive on and look forward to holding more events in 2020.”

Sarah Mullen added: “For Equinox to once again be asked to be the representative of our charities at the Diamond Ball was a huge privilege. Both Cancer Research and Firefly rely on donations and charity fundraising to operate and both play such a huge part in the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of Cancer both nationally and locally. The Doncaster business community have taken Equinox to their hearts and with the money raised at the Ball we hope to have a record fundraising year.”

Doncaster Business For The Community (DB4C) is a unique and ground-breaking charitable trust that works exclusively to raise much-needed funds for Doncaster based charities and the local community, which is administered and led by members of the town’s business community.

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Popular bawtry restaurant hosts pensioners lunch Chinese culture is peppered with festivals which celebrate special dates in the calendar. One is the ‘Chongyang’ which falls on the ninth day of the ninth lunar month (7 October) and since 1989 has been the day on which Chinese people celebrate their elders with a festival of food, drink and outings.

With this in mind, the highly acclaimed China Rose Cantonese restaurant, located in the picturesque market town of Bawtry near Doncaster, once again opened its doors to pensioners in the town to enjoy a celebratory lunch, complete with

entertainment, all completely free of charge.

“Chongyang is a very important festival in our calendar and this will be the fifth time we have hosted such an event and invited the local pensioners to celebrate with us in the town where we have had our restaurant for over 30 years,” commented Carly Hui, restaurant manager, China Rose.

“We welcomed a record number of guests on Sunday 6 October to enjoy our superb food and hospitality and presented flowers and chocolates to the eldest lady and gentlemen who attended and to Val

Hadley and Dennis Fisher who were also celebrating birthdays on the day.”

Guests enjoyed a complimentary three course-Chinese meal and drinks plus musical entertainment from Sean Stevens, performing some of the world’s best loved swing and jazz classics.

“Family is held in very high esteem in Chinese culture with the young and elderly receiving extra special attention,” said Carly. “Celebrating this traditional Chinese festival with our local community is always extra special and it was another wonderful afternoon that we will all remember for years to come.”

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FASHION

Shop gorgeous animal print knit wear by Oui and Monari and striking animal print knits and shirts from the new Just White Collection at Tiffany, 10 Cleveland Street, Doncaster, DN1 3EF Tel: 01302 340662

Winter wardrobe GET READY FOR THE COLDER MONTHS AHEAD WITH THESE STATEMENT PIECES FROM LOCAL BOUTIQUES.

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Perfect for a winter wedding. Tickled Pink stock the latest designs by Ronald Joyce in store. Call: 01302 842234 to make an appointment. Tickled Pink, 2-4 Manor Road, Hatfield, DN7 6SB.

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Seriously stylish THE WILLIAM HILL ST LEGER FESTIVAL MIGHT BE OVER FOR ANOTHER YEAR, BUT THERE ARE STILL TWO VERY IMPORTANT WINNERS LEFT TO BE ANNOUNCED – EASTSIDE’S BEST DRESSED LADY AND BEST DRESSED REVOLVER GENT 2019. he William Hill St Leger Festival is known for bringing out the best of racing season’s finery – and 2019 was no different. From the getgo, a stream of elaborate race wear could be seen spilling through the gates. And, although classic creations were, once again, a popular choice, race day-ready floral adornments also seemed to be having a millinery moment this year.

There may have been plenty of racing action lined up on the day, but all eyes were on the spectators in the run up to the event as we asked Eastside fashionistas from across the region to send in photos of themselves in their show-stopping Leger outfits purchased from local boutiques.

October’s Eastside magazine saw our finalists revealed and since then, votes have been flooding in for your favourites.

We are thrilled to announce that the winner of Eastside Best Dressed Lady 2019 is Claire Charlwood.

Claire wore a Forever Unique ensemble from Chique in Armthorpe, teamed with sandal heels and a striking black fascinator from Love The Hattitude to round off the look.

“I’m absolutely thrilled to win Eastside’s Best Dressed Lady competition.

I would like to thank everyone who voted for me and I have to say that all the ladies looked fabulous.

“I have shopped at Chique for more years than I can remember and very rarely go anywhere else as the girls look after me so well. They deliver an exemplary service which is above and beyond and they know my style, size and taste better than I do myself. Chique are my trusted ‘go to’ for every occasion and they never let me down.”

Although Claire attends the St Leger every year, this was the first time she had entered Eastside’s Best Dressed Lady competition and a last-minute change of outfit paid off for her on the day.

“This particular outfit was very last minute for me. Emma literally raced (pardon the pun) across town and delivered it to my business two days before I attended the St Leger, along with a fascinator from Love The

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Hattitude. Then it was down to my dressmaker, Danielle Sykes, who was busy altering until the early hours on the actual day. But it all came together, and it was a fantastic event.

“I really can’t take credit for the outfit deservingly – the credit goes to Chique.

Once again, they saved the day, as they always do.”

Some fabulous prizes were on offer, courtesy of Eastside’s style partners Lakeside Beauty, Truffle Lodge, Chique, Doncaster Racecourse and the Hilton Garden Inn. “Thank you for the amazing prizes.

I’m very grateful and I’d like to pay it forward and do something charitable to see them benefit a great cause.”

Olivia Poole, of family-run Chique, says the boutique is always popular with racegoers, and was over the moon for Claire.

“We are so pleased that our beautiful customer has won Eastside’s Best Dressed Lady 2019. As soon as this stunning Forever Unique jumpsuit arrived here at Chique, we knew it would be a showstopper at the races and who better to represent us wearing it than the stunning Claire.

“We can’t thank everyone enough for voting for all of our Chique nominees.

We are super proud of every single one of them and are so grateful for all our customers’ support over these wonderful 18 years of business.”

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Best Dressed Revolver Gent ith a light shining on Eastside’s Best Dressed Lady year after year, 2019 saw the return of Eastside’s Best Dressed Revolver Gent and having scoured the St Leger Festival for the racecourse’s most dapper chaps, we left it up to you, the Eastside readers, to decide which Revolver ensemble deserved the title.

All of the entries brought personality and flair and there was some stiff competition, but there could of course only be one winner.

We’re delighted to announce that John Evans has won the title of Eastside’s Best Dressed Revolver Gent 2019, and he even recycled his own wedding suit to scoop the prize.

“I’m shocked to have won to be honest but chuffed to bits. The other guys looked great. I’m still grinning.

My wife, Sally and I had recently returned from our honeymoon and one of our first outings as a married couple was the St Leger. I had last minute change of wedding attire and rather than see my original suit, which I had happened to purchase from Revolver, go to waste, I thought why not show it off on the day.”

John spends his days working as a lead engineer, so wearing a suit isn’t an everyday thing for him, but clearly, he knows how to dress to impress (though he does admit Sally gave him a helping hand when it came to enter the style stakes).

I’m an engineer by trade and I do like to make the effort when I’m going out, especially if I’m heading to the races.

Sally entered me in the competition, so I had no idea until I got home, and I was even more shocked when I received the call to tell me that I had won. I almost didn’t believe it. It’s nice to win something every now and again – have you seen the prizes? A big thank you to all involved. I am very grateful.

“I have purchased a range of suits and other clothing from Revolver in the past.

They’re a great team and they can’t do enough for you. I would certainly recommend them to anyone looking to bring a bit of race day style game.”

Paul Godbehere, co-owner of Revolver, says their range of race wear proved more popular than ever in the run up to the St Leger, and could not have been happier for John.

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The Prizes: FOR HER: From Lakeside Beauty: set of Acrylic Nails, Deluxe Dermaplaning, Elleebana Lash Lift, Tint, Botox and Lamination (RRP £142) From Truffle Lodge: Twilight Spa Package for two guests From Chique: £100 voucher From Doncaster Racecourse: A pair of tickets to the November Handicap 9 November PLUS overnight stay at the Hilton Garden Inn that evening FOR HIM: From Lakeside Beauty: Back, neck and shoulder massage, Medi pedicure, Microdermabrasion facial (RRP £88) From Truffle Lodge: Twilight Spa Package for two guests From Revolver: £200 gift voucher From Doncaster Racecourse: Pair of tickets to the November Handicap 9 November PLUS overnight stay at the Hilton Garden Inn that evening

“A massive congratulations to John.

He’s a really nice guy and he looked great in his Marc Darcy wine-coloured three-piece, which complemented his wife’s dress beautifully. Although it didn’t make it down the aisle, it was still nice to see the ensemble make its winning race day debut.

Some fabulous prizes were on offer, courtesy of Eastside’s style partners Lakeside Beauty, Truffle Lodge, Revolver, Doncaster Racecourse and the Hilton Garden Inn. “I hope John enjoys his winnings (he deserves it) and we look forward to welcoming him back in store to spend his voucher.

“It’s been a busy two years since we moved over to Bawtry, and since then we’ve gone from strength to strength.

This year, the demand for formal, wedding and race wear has been through the roof and we’d like to say a huge thank you to John and all our customers past and present for your support. Bring on the St Leger 2020!”

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Season’s greetings JUMP INTO THE WINTER AT DONCASTER RACECOURSE.

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et your flat caps at the ready and head to the races for the start of the National Hunt

Season.

The Return of the Jumps gets underway on Friday 29 and Saturday 30 November when the Beer Festival Race days are back, but this year in true 1920s style.

The Beer Festival will feature a variety of world-renowned beers and will certainly be a treat for those who want to indulge with a few bevvies. The Cheaky Blinders will be on hand to deliver live music after the racing on the Saturday to a crowd we are sure will all be suited and booted in the finest 1920s attire.

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1920s style couple. Gangsters grab your molls and head on down to the races for the opening event of the National Hunt Season.

As the nights draw in, and the winter takes hold, don’t forget the family friendly Festive Fixtures, that will be running throughout December. On Friday 13 and Saturday 14 December the annual ‘Festive Jumper’ competition will

be back, with Santa’s little helpers seeking the best turned out Christmas woolly. Santa’s Great Present Giveaway will also be back on Saturday 14th, when Santa drops in with a sack full of presents worth a whopping £25,000.

After all that Christmas over indulgence, the Festive Family Fun Day on Saturday 29 December is just what you need. The races will be a sprout-free zone, so head on down for a traditional family day out.

It’s not just racing either…

Yorkshire’s biggest party is back with a bang. Christmas Live will run throughout December, so why not treat yourself to a night of indulgence and lavish festive celebration, the perfect party, for family, friends and work colleagues.

To find out more visit: www.doncaster-racecourse.co.uk.

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Glamour and glitz TWENTY SIXTH DESIGNER FASHION SHOW MAKES A SHOW-STOPPING RETURN. eading Yorkshire designer fashion boutique Robinsons of Bawtry hosted their 26th annual charity fashion show at the hugely popular China Rose Cantonese Restaurant Bawtry, making a showstopping return after taking a wellearned sabbatical in 2018.

A highlight of the social calendar, the event showcased the boutique’s Autumn/Winter collections from some of the leading designer brands including Balmain, Ralph Lauren, Moschino, Belstaff, Hugo Boss, True Religion, Emporio Armani and Mulberry. The show was brought to life by Blake Models, with amazingly choreographed scenes, and for the first time junior models strutted the catwalk from The Dance Space Bawtry.

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guests who set the tone of glamour and glitz for the occasion with several guests deciding to boast glitter moustaches in memory of the boutique’s original owner Tony Robinson, who sadly passed away last year, and created the event in memory of his first wife who he lost to cancer.

“It was another hugely successful evening and we hope that once all the final monies pledged are in for all the fundraising activities, we can add significantly to the hundreds of thousands of pounds already raised for Yorkshire Cancer Research,” said Russell Jones of Robinsons of Bawtry.

“Thanks go to our sponsors Engaged Resource Ltd, the Powell family and Alexander Calder Financial plus the fabulous support received from Sound 2 Light, Rebecca Dickenson Hair, Jennifer Law Make-up, Howard and Elaine

Huntridge and Yorkshire Wildlife Park.

Special thanks too must go to all our loyal customers who give so generously every year and help us to create a lasting legacy.”

“Whilst the event is hosted to drive home a very serious message we made sure our guests had a lot of fun, with one lucky person winning a Mulberry handbag in the game of Heads and Tails, musical entertainment from electric violinist Alexandra and The Jerseys and myself and colleagues Andy and Ben Roberts even taking to the stage,” said Russell.

Robinsons is located at 2 South Parade, Bawtry, Doncaster, DN10 6JH and the team can be contacted on 01302 711477 or by visiting www.robinsonsofbawtry.com Opening hours are Monday to Saturday 9.30am–5.30pm; Sunday 11am–4pm and late night opening by appointment.

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IN BRIEF

High challenge Local businesswoman and former headteacher, Dr Rona Mackenzie, is to embark upon the challenge of a lifetime in order to support local innovators in business.

The chief operating officer at Thoresby Courtyard-based jewellery designer, David Fowkes, has pledged to climb the highest points in each of the seven continents of the world, starting with Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa.

All funds raised by Rona will support a new charity, D3, launched to help support local businessmen and woman in getting creative, innovative and dynamic projects that will have major benefits for local communities in Nottinghamshire off the ground.

David Fowkes is generously supporting D3 through the creation of a unique, handmade piece of jewellery for each of the seven climbs. For this first adventure, David has chosen tanzanite, a gemstone only found in Tanzania. It has been hand-cut in Germany and flown to the UK where David has designed a stunning pendant. It will be hand manufactured by his Goldsmiths and will accompany Rona on her climbing adventure.

Rona will be joining renowned ultramarathon runner and author, Charlie Engle, who will be pushing the human body’s physical and mental limitations to the limits in his dream of becoming the first person to climb from the lowest point – the depths of the dead sea - to the highest – the tip of Mount

Everest - in each of the seven continents of the world on a global adventure spanning several years. Charlie will swim, free dive, run, paddle, mountain bike and climb his way through multiple countries to support/raise funds for www.green.org.

If you have an idea that you would like to get off the ground or would like to support Rona in her fund-raising efforts, full details of the charity and Rona’s adventures can be found at www.d3it.co.uk and on Instagram @D3_IT The creation and journey of the David Fowkes pendant can be found at www.d3it.co.uk/blog and www.davidfowkes.com/blog

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The team at Bawtry Hall are thrilled and delighted after the venue was named in the top Most Spectacular Yorkshire Wedding Venues by the Yorkshire Post.

Katey Dent of Bawtry Hall commented: “We are absolutely thrilled to be included in this fabulous group of wedding venues. The Hall has almost been open now for two years and the team’s hard work is paying off. We have carved our niche in the exclusive use wedding market and have couples travelling miles to hire Bawtry Hall as their special day venue – because is it simply beautiful.”

For more information please visit www.bawtryhall.co.uk or contact Katey Dent at sales@crownhotel-bawtry.com or call 07796 544749.

darts (Doncaster Community Arts) has won a share of a £1million fund that supports under-18s nationwide.

Persimmon Homes South Yorkshire backed darts to win a prize of £5,000 at a recent gala dinner, where cash awards were made to those winning the most votes in an online competition.

The life-changing funds will go towards All Aboard – a programme for children and young people with disabilities and their families to promote independence, offer exciting creative activities and provide opportunities to express themselves. darts’ All Aboard programme supports over 120 disabled children and young people each year to engage in a wide range of art forms.

Bake stars crowned The Crown Hotel held its annual Macmillan coffee morning and raised £335 for the cause.

Well baked Team Crown!

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Winter fashion event Tiffany is staging a winter fashion event on Friday 1 November from 10am to 5pm with gorgeous dresses, knits and outer wear to get you in the mood for winter.

Enjoy a glass of bubbly and canapes whilst models showcase the new season’s casual collections and enter a free prize draw for £100 fashion voucher.

Tiffany, 10 Cleveland Street, Doncaster, DN1 3EF. Tel: 01302 340662

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