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ES Contents

10 A spring guide to gardening

Make the most of your outdoor space throughout the seasons – starting in spring

18 The Home Front

Give your home a makeover with the help of these local businesses

32 43 The benefits Competition Win £200 to spend at of buying Jacques Vert local Quality over convenience 44 seems to be the order of the day as many of us are Bawtry gets shunning supermarkets in on its bike favour of local producers

How Bawtry is gearing up for the arrival of this year’s Tour de Yorkshire

36 Visit Bawtry 53 Update Bawtry Fashion Week Toad took centre stage in the town this month

56 Eating Out

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58 Eastside Restaurant Awards

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ES Gardens

A spring gardening guide Make the most of your outdoor space throughout the seasons – starting in Spring. By Laura Booth. Spring gardens – where the magic happens Now that the cold winter months are finally behind us, it’s time to embrace the longer days and put our green fingers to good use. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced gardener, you will know that spring is one of the busiest times and the need to prepare in advance is crucial. Here are some top tips to make sure you are on top of things for the spring months: Get rid of weeds. As the weather becomes warmer, your garden will start to feel alive again. The weeds that you dread to see covering your garden will start appearing, along with ivy and brambles on the base of hedges; get rid of them as soon as possible. Mow your lawn. You have probably been avoiding doing jobs in your garden over the cold winter period. If you haven’t cut your lawn yet, it is best to do so at the start of the spring months. Tie back trees. Trees and climbers that have been damaged from snow or frost can now be pushed back into shape; this will help them grow throughout the forthcoming months.

After preparing your garden for springtime, you will be starting to think about making your garden colourful in time for the glorious summer months. What flowers shall I plant in the spring season? Pansies One of the best flowers to plant in spring. Usually placed in containers. They need to be planted in the sun or a spot partly in the shade in welldrained soil. Lilacs Come in all shapes and sizes from shrubs to trees. They need full sun and well-drained soil to thrive in spring.

Daffodils They come in a variety of colours: Orange, white, yellow, orange-red and salmon. They also need full sun and well-drained soil to survive. Dahlias Put the plants in pots at the beginning of spring inside, e.g a conservatory.The Dahlias will have grown to six-inch plants by May. Alternatively, if you do not wish to start the plants growing inside, wait approximately three weeks until the weather is warmer and frost is not as likely. Plant them in direct sunlight, deep into the soil so the tubers are sheltered from the cold. Support the stems by tying them to soft twine. Water them regularly in dry weather, and feed regularly over the summer months.

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Popular vegetables to grow in your garden Growing your own vegetables can be very beneficial and cost saving. If you’re thinking about growing crops, the middle of April is the best time to ensure your veg are the tastiest they can be. Focus on how much space you have in your garden; this will tell you what you can grow. If space is limited, think about buying ‘dwarf selections’ or ‘patio’ vegetables. Carrots Best grown in the open ground and in hot weather. If the foliage starts wilting, water the carrots every ten days. Make sure you weed before planting; if you let weeds grow, they could overcrowd the carrots. Be careful when weeding that you don’t crush the foliage, the smell can attract carrot fly, which can lay eggs. Putting a barrier over the carrots can prevent this. Leaf lettuce Thin seedlings when leaves start to appear, proceed until the plants are 30cm apart. The plants need watering when the soil is dry in the mornings. Lettuce can attract sparrows, a barrier can prevent this. Onions To grow efficiently, they require a sunny, well-sheltered spot with fertilised soil. Best grown in open ground. Plant each onion 10cm apart. Stop watering and feeding once the onions have grown bigger. Birds can try and lift the skin of the onion at the top, before planting remember to remove the skin. Potatoes After the potatoes have been planted and the stems are 23cm high, it is essential that you start ‘earthing up’, dragging soil up covering the stems to produce a 15cm high range. ‘Earthing up’ is essential; it protects developing potatoes from a substance called light. Light potatoes are green in colour and are poisonous.

Keep it green and lush Every gardener takes pride in their lawn; however it can be hard to keep your grass looking green and healthy all year round. Spring is the best time to tend to your lawn. Here are some essential tips: • Fertilise in early spring to promote root development • Remove small amounts of soil to help your lawn aerate, this allows the water and fertiliser to infiltrate deeper into the soil. • Cutting your lawn to the correct height depends on the time of the year. In spring, use a one-inch cutting height to remove dead grass and allow light to penetrate the roots. In summer the cutting height can be raised to two or more inches. • To ensure your lawn is fresh for all seasons you should soak the grass rather than sprinkle lightly; a main reason for this is so the water gets to the deep roots.

Keep it trim At this busy time of year for gardeners, the final key task is pruning. This involves the cutting away of dead, overcrowded branches or stems of a bush or flower. The following plants need pruning in early spring: Ornamental grasses Tie the tops before cutting, it makes for an easier job. Cut the stems close to the ground. Perennials These can also be cut back anytime in winter. Cut back to four inches to generate stronger new stems. Evergreens Prune the stems with damaged foliage from the winter months. Flowers – Summer flowering trees, shrubs, vines, hydrangeas and roses Eliminate dead and damaged stems. Cut size as required.

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ES Beauty

Go outdoors After a tough day in the garden, turn to these products for light relief, writes Stephanie Burns.

Pomegranate lip balm £7.50. www.oliverbonas.com Comfort dry lips and add a subtle shine with this blend of shea butter and soothing oils. Also available in coconut, mango, mint, praline and cream, and rose.

RHS Natural Gardeners Therapy Exfoliating Hand Wash £10. www.bronnley.co.uk Walnut shells help you slough away dirt and grime in this cleansing hand wash.

Hemp Rescue Balm £16. www.thebodyshop.co.uk Slip this oil-rich balm in your pocket for on-the-go relief and protection for ultra-dry skin.

Crabtree & Evelyn Gardeners Hand Therapy £14. www.feelunique.com Nourish and condition rough hands with nutrient-rich shea butter, scented with fresh green clover, lavender, sage, rosemary and thyme.

La Maison de Senteur’s Gardeners Treats £15. www.marksandspencer.com A gorgeous gift for garden enthusiasts, this set includes hand cream, wild flower garden seeds, a wooden nail brush, planter sticks and a tin planting pot.

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Moroccan organic Argan oil for hair £16.99. www.alassalabeauty.com Soothe and protect dry, sunscorched hair with this 100 per cent pure Argan oil. Enriched with vitamin E and omega 6 and 9, it nourishes to the root to restore elasticity and shine.

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ES Flooring

Fabulous flooring From wood and laminates to carpets, vinyl and matching blinds, Distinctive Flooring & Blinds is the perfect choice.

f your carpet is feeling a bit threadbare, or if you’re looking to make the switch to wood, it’s time to freshen up your floors with a visit to Distinctive Flooring and Blinds. The family-run business boasts over 30 years’ experience along with two impressive showrooms in Balby, Doncaster and Wombwell, Barnsley. They offer an excellent range of products, and continue to provide a fantastic service to new and loyal customers. With specialist advice for the highest quality carpets, hardwearing vinyl, laminates and wood flooring, let the experienced and knowledgeable team at Distinctive Flooring find the perfect floor for you. Add warmth and depth to your living area with a wood floor for a timeless, sleek finish, or to complement the natural rustic feel of a country cottage or the clean fluidity of a contemporary apartment. Distinctive is also a stockist of Amtico flooring, which offers customers the opportunity to create a totally unique floor. With more than 4,000 options, it offers the ultimate experience in bespoke design. Amtico offers traditional, classical, contemporary and minimalist floors in a wide variety of options including wood planks, parquet flooring, tiles and abstract creations. These lowmaintenance and tough vinyl tiles look just as

good as ceramic, without the need to retouch the discoloured grout. For those looking for something a little softer, there is a fabulous choice of wool and man-made carpets available. Update any room in your home with their choice of plain or patterned styles from brands such as Brintons, Ulster, Crucial Trading and Alternative Flooring or add a touch if indulgence with super soft, plush carpet such as the Sensulite I Sense collection. Their fantastic range of flooring covers inexpensive options to the very top quality, meaning there is something to fit everyone’s budget. No matter what you plan to spend, you’re guaranteed a warm welcome and will receive a great service at a fair price. Once you’ve chosen your new floor covering, the friendly experienced fitting team are more than happy to move furniture or uplift old flooring. Nothing is too much hassle. Between them they have more than 50

years’ experience and along with a wealth of knowledge, they deliver an honest, friendly and professional service with the customer always taking top priority. In recent years, the business also branched out and added quality, made-tomeasure blinds to its portfolio and their range includes stylish, contemporary and traditional blinds to suit any interior. Verticals, wooden slatted, roller, and roman blinds are available and, with carpets, floor coverings and blinds all under one roof, you can guarantee a perfect colour match for your home. Phone or drop into the showroom today to see for yourself the fantastic range and service Distinctive Flooring and Blinds can offer. If you are interested in creating an Amtico design floor, Andy and his team will be happy to discuss requirements and ideas with you. And, if you need any assistance or advice, Balby store manager, Duncan Meadows and Wombwell store manager, Michael Charlesworth and their teams will be more than happy to help. Distinctive Flooring & Blinds Units 1 & 2, Alverley Shopping Precinct Springwell Lane, Balby Doncaster, DN4 9DL Tel: 01302 850490 245 Barnsley Road, Wombwell, S73 8DT Tel: 01226 753300

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Positive steps See the largest range of traditional and contemporary stair parts in the UK at Jackson Woodturners.

ver 100 years in the woodturning industry is a real testament to the quality of products, service and knowledge available at Jackson Woodturners. The business stocks many well-known, reputable brands, such as Richard Burbidge, Cheshire Mouldings and Clive Durose, alongside its own range of stair parts, which offers the same excellent quality at lower prices. See the largest range of traditional and contemporary stair parts in the UK at the purpose-built Sheffield showroom. The friendly team will be delighted to welcome you and show you the excellent quality of the products, as well as examples of recent projects. Everyone at the company is proud of the work they do and is keen to help you

choose the most appropriate stair parts to enhance your home or business. Explore Jackson Woodturners’ online shop, and browse different stair parts, or actually look around inside their showroom with an interactive Google view. Delivery is available across the country, and with easy-to-follow online planning guides, you can order online from the comfort of your home and begin your stair make-over today.

Jackson Woodturners Rutland Road (corner of Rutland Street), Sheffield, S3 9PA Tel: 0114 272 1228 www.jacksonwoodturners.co.uk

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M Burrows Furniture World Furniture World is an independent, family-run business that supplies furniture and accessories for every room in the house. They are located north of Doncaster on the A19 and are open seven days a week. The team will be pleased to give you a friendly welcome with a relaxing cup of coffee on your arrival. They have just incorporated an outdoor furniture range into their displays which is comfortable and highly resilient. It is made from recyclable materials and is virtually maintenance free. This allows both seating and dining to take place in comfort as well as in stylish, weather resistant luxury. Take a virtual tour on their website at Furnitureworld.org, call or visit the showroom, where their staff will be on hand to offer advice. They also offer a free delivery service within the Yorkshire region. Words: Phoebe Seymour

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Give your home a makeover with the help of these local businesses. Wow Interiors

DC Interiors If you’re planning a refurbishment, look no further than DC Interiors. With over 400 styles of kitchens and bedrooms available in a wide range of colours, they have something for everyone. DC Interiors will guide you gently through the whole process, from the first measurements to the final installation.You will initially be offered a free, no-obligation design service, where an experienced designer will come to measure your room and discuss ideas with you. Established in 1985, DC Interiors, based in Maltby and Edenthorpe, have built up a strong reputation over the years, with much custom coming from word-of-mouth recommendations. DC Interiors manufacture their own materials at their Maltby factory. Not only does this mean that the quality is second-to-none, it also gives you the opportunity to design your room exactly the way you want it. Maltby Showroom Rotherham Road, Maltby, S66 8ES Tel: 01709 790145 Edenthorpe Showroom Unit 2, Fairfield Road (Tesco Precinct), Edenthorpe, DN3 2NS. Tel: 01302 886790

Wow Interiors completely transformed a bathroom showroom in Tickhill when they took it over 18 months ago. Since then, their impressive showroom has gone from strength to strength, with beautiful displays offering lots of inspiration. With 31 years’ experience in the industry, manager Jayne Buck has a keen eye for detail and is the ideal person to go to if you’re in need of any design advice. Wow Interiors can project manage a development from start to finish. They have an impressive range of products, from tiles and towel warmers to basins and baths, some of which are exclusive to the area. They also have a range especially designed to cater for disabled people, including wet rooms. They are able to create bespoke pieces to fit your requirements. Visit the showroom to browse the many displays and products on offer and to have an informal chat with Jayne to inspire your imagination. Unit 1 Tickhill Enterprise Park, Bawtry Road, Tickhill, Doncaster, DN11 9EX Tel: 01302 741709 Email: jayne@wow-interiors.co.uk

Viking Reclamation Ltd The popular TV programme Salvage Hunters on Quest follows Drew Pritchard as he visits everywhere from scrap yards and reclamation sites, to museums and stately homes looking for undiscovered gems that he will be able to renovate and sell on to make a profit. Drew, who has been described as a modern-day treasure hunter, has turned a big profit on all sorts of items, so it’s not surprising that people are looking at reclamation yards, not just to salvage and sell, but to find unique items for their home. In 2014 the programme featured Viking Reclamation in Armthorpe, Doncaster, a reclamation yard that is the perfect place to track down what you need – plus plenty you’ve never even dreamed of.Whether you’re after lighting, bricks, furniture or architectural items,Viking Reclamation is used to helping members of the public find something a little different for their home. Cow House Lane, Armthorpe Industrial Estate, Armthorpe, Doncaster, DN3 3EE Tel: 01302 835449 www.reclaimed.co.uk

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Reckage at Home Reckage at Home are passionate about interiors and household items.They offer interior design and bespoke furniture making, and have a full range of high quality furniture that is handmade in their Yorkshire-based workshop. Their shop is home to an eclectic collection of high quality brands, including well-known Scandinavian brand Lene Bjerre and British brand Voyage Decoration. They love hunting for salvage and reclamation, and now have a salvage yard that is open for public viewing by appointment. If you would like to know more, contact Neil and Rachael at info@reckageathome.co.uk. 132 Sprotbrough Road, Sprotbrough, Doncaster, DN5 8EA. Tel: 01302 390058 www.reckageathome.co.uk

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Ward Brothers Visit Ward Brothers today and enjoy a unique shopping experience. Now in their 96th year, Ward Brothers Furnishers have developed a showroom like no other. Their extensive selection of furniture spreads over three floors, all beautifully displayed in individual room sets, which really help to give you a full picture of how they will look once they are in your home. And if you ever need a helping hand with your decision, their non-commission sales staff are there to offer friendly advice. Visit today and you will discover sensational spring savings across everything from upholstery, dining, beds and bedroom furniture through to carpets, rugs and laminate flooring, making Ward Brothers the complete one stop shop for home furnishings. 29-40 Waterdale, Doncaster, DN1 3EZ Tel: 01302 811911. www.wardbrothers.co.uk

Distinctive Flooring and Blinds This family-run business boasts over 30 years’ experience along with two impressive showrooms in Balby and Wombwell. They offer an excellent range of products including high-quality carpets, hardwearing vinyl, laminates and wood flooring, along with a fantastic, friendly service. Their great selection of flooring ranges from inexpensive options to top quality, meaning there is something to fit everyone’s budget. Distinctive is also a stockist of Amtico flooring, which offers customers the opportunity to create a totally unique floor. Phone or drop into the showroom today to see for yourself the fantastic range and service Distinctive Flooring and Blinds can offer. Distinctive Flooring & Blinds Units 1 & 2, Alverley Shopping Precinct, Springwell Lane, Balby, Doncaster, DN4 9DL Tel: 01302 850490

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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 care, craftsmanship and attention to detail, upon which they have built a 35-year reputation. Uncompromised quality, individuality, prestige and personal service form the cornerstones of their family business. They offer exceptional value for money and all Mell homes come with the peace of mind of a full ten-year NHBC guarantee and the award-winning record of their talented design, construction and customer service teams. Their latest development at Fosters Croft offers home buyers modern, country homes set within the conservation area of Old Hatfield.This unique collection of just two fourbedroom detached homes and two threebedroom cottages is taken from their Heritage range with prices starting from £189,950. Viewing is by appointment only. Please telephone 07810 496820 or email sales@mell.homes.co.uk. Tel: 01302 775181 or 07810 496820 www.mellhomes.co.uk

Graham Hodgett When you are investing in a new kitchen, bedroom, home office or bathroom, you need to know you are dealing with a highly skilled craftsman who you can rely upon to get the job done to your specifications. Graham Hodgett started his business back in 1989 and has been based in Bawtry for the last nine years. As managing director of the business, he oversees everything and has gathered around him a team of highly skilled craftsmen who take great pride in their work. “It’s a question of trust,” explains Graham. “It’s a big step for our customers to invite us into their homes, so it is important that we reassure them. From conception to completion, we take care of everything, and everyone on my team will go out of their way to be as friendly and helpful as possible.” Whether you want something traditional or modern, Graham and the team will deliver. Unit 3, Bawtry Business Park, Station Road, Bawtry, Doncaster, DN10 6QD Tel: 01302 714444 www.grahamhodgett.co.uk

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All the way from the USA – the new flooring with the WOW factor! The next big thing in floor coverings has arrived in this country so get down to United Carpets & Beds to see what the fuss is all about.

Next comes the luxury vinyl top layer, hey’re already calling it the made to be dent-resistant, and available in an greatest thing to come out of enormous range of finishes. It’s supported by America since Elvis – and it’s COREtec’s stable structure, then attached to coming soon to a home cork underlay for sound insulation and to near you. The arrival of COREtec flooring in the UK absorb imperfections in the floor. “As well as providing an extremely has caused quite a stir, and it’s not surprising – attractive finish for your floors, LVTs are it brings with it a reputation as ‘the floor for life’ because of its exceptional hard-wearing qualities. And more than that, COREtec is a beautiful product, bringing a high-end finish to any room. Luxury vinyl tiles, or LVTs, are an innovation from across the Atlantic, where they’ve proved an enormous hit. Sisters Joanne Horgan and Lisa Beaumont run two of the area’s most popular flooring stores, United Carpets and Beds in Barnby Dun Road, Doncaster, and Queens Road, Sheffield. They say they’re excited to add COREtec LVT to their new spring ranges that are just coming into the stores now. “Our customers love being offered something new, and we’re delighted with luxury vinyl tiles,” said Joanne. “They look absolutely amazing – the range of finishes is superb, and designed to look good in every room of the house. But there’s also a host of other advantages with LVTs to make them a brilliant choice for your home.” COREtec is engineered to be outstandingly hardwearing, with four layers. Its top layer protects against wear, and provides easyclean resistance to stains – it’s tough enough to Sisters Joanne Horgan be rated for and Lisa Beaumont of United Carpets & Beds commercial traffic as well as domestic use.

‘LVTs really are a luxury option that can make a huge difference to the way your room looks – but they’re also extremely cost-effective.’

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extremely quick and easy to install, even in large rooms,” said Lisa. “You only need a minimal floor preparation, and they don’t need to be glued down.You can even lay them over existing hard flooring.” Brilliantly, LVTs are sound-resistant – so if your dog’s claws normally click-clack across the floor, this is the solution for you. With COREtec, you also don’t need to worry about water – it’s water-resistant, unlike some laminates, so is perfect in bathrooms and kitchens. LVTs are warm underfoot, too. Joanne said: “LVTs really are a luxury option that can make a huge difference to the way your room looks – but they’re also extremely cost-effective.” United Carpets and Beds is a large company, with more than 60 stores across the UK run by award-winning franchisees such as Joanne and Lisa. It means the company has huge buying power, which it’s able to pass on to customers. “People come to us again and again because we’ve been running our stores in Doncaster and Sheffield for a long time and have a great reputation for friendly, family service and fantastic deals,” said Joanne. “We’re thrilled with our new spring flooring ranges, and we’re particularly excited to be able to offer COREtec flooring to our customers – we think it’s going to be massively popular. “So come down and take a look – we think you’ll like LVTs as much as we do!”

United Carpets and Beds Barnby Dun Road, Doncaster, DN2 4QJ Tel: 01302 761717 Queens Road, Sheffield Tel: 0114 275 5559 www.unitedcarpetsandbeds.com

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ES Beds

Words: Phoebe Seymour

A good night’s sleep With three branches, 80 beds on display and over 30 years of experience, The World of Beds is the place to go.

leep is essential for both our bodies and minds.When we are well-rested, we thinker clearer, our memories work better and we are physically able to do more during the day. If you aren’t getting those recommended seven to eight hours of sleep every night, it might be time to buy a new bed. With three branches, 80 beds on display and over 30 years of experience, The World of Beds is the place to go. “Our customers are at heart of everything we do,” says owner Ricky Singh. “Everyone deserves a comfortable bed – don’t underestimate the power of a good night’s sleep.” Ricky has been in the industry for 20 years and took over the local company three years ago. With a similarly knowledgable team including Lyn, who has worked at the Askern branch for 25 years, you are in safe hands. “We look after every customer and always keep our promises,” says Ricky. “If we

say we will do something, we deliver!” Consistently great customer service and value for money are the team’s biggest priorities, so the only thing you need to worry about is which bed to choose. There is a bed for every budget whether you are looking for a unique waterbed or a traditional bed from the Slumberland range. Harrison beds are renowned for their deep mattresses, providing both comfort and support. And until the end of April, you can enjoy a king size for the price of a double or a super king size for the price of a king size. As well as a variety of mattresses, divan beds and frames including solid oak and sturdy metal, they also offer reclining chairs and bedroom furniture to match.

The World of Beds has its own delivery team and will even take your old bed away. What’s more, when you mention this editorial to a member of staff at The World of Beds this month, you will also receive a free mattress protector and pillow along with your new bed – that’s an offer you won’t need to sleep on. Browse their website for sleep inspiration at www.theworldofbeds.co.uk or visit their Askern branch to view a wide choice of beds and furniture. Free customer parking is also available. The World of Beds High Street, Askern, Doncaster, DN6 0AB Tel: 01302 709655 www.theworldofbeds.co.uk

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Head to The Fragrance Shop for a beauty revive. We love the new Marc Jacobs Daisy Blush - a dewy combination of water lily and fresh pear loveliness! Refresh your home with crisp cotton bedding from Bedeck or Christy and add a swift update to a hard working kitchen with some striking mugs and colourful accessories from ProCook.

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It’s time to take full advantage of the sunshine with a wide selection of garden furniture from Lakeside Furniture Direct. They are one of the largest sole distributors of Maze Rattan garden furniture – perfect for lounging around in this spring. Maze Rattan is made of the highest quality material and comes in many designs in both traditional and contemporary styles. This range, along with the other branded chairs and tables they offer, are all great value for money and what’s more, their team are happy to provide customers with excellent service and advice. The Lakeside Village branch will be trading up until September this year. Their helpful team look forward to acquainting you with old favourites and new designs for 2016. See their website for more details.

The Lakeside Furniture Direct store on High Street in Doncaster has everything you need to turn your house into a home. They offer many different ranges and styles of furniture, from traditional and vintage shabby chic, to more contemporary styles such as mirrored furniture. Bespoke sofas are also available – ask in-store or call for more details. The team have spent hours creating a quirky and unique place for their customers to visit. Come see their full range of furniture at the Doncaster showroom today. Not only do they offer a price promise guarantee, you can also benefit from a free local delivery service when you spend over £100.

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The benefits of buying local Quality over convenience seems to be the order of the day as many of us are shunning supermarkets in favour of local producers. Words: Frances Cawthorne

nce upon a time, everyone went to the supermarket to buy their groceries and never gave a thought towards local produce. No-one would be seen to be searching the labels of their fillet steak and pondering on the question ‘where did this actually come from?’ Yet, a growing consciousness towards the source of our food has led to the rise of farm shops, and a reappraisal of the importance of butchers and fishmongers in our communities. After all, let’s be honest, everyone would rather cook and eat food that has been grown and reared in farms that may well be in sight of your home, than a product that has travelled thousands of miles to get to you. It always feels special when restaurants strive to include local produce on their menus, as you are not only eating something that is fresh and healthy, but you also know that the plate of food in front of you is giving something back to the community. And of course, if it’s from Yorkshire, it’s bound to taste better. However, patriotism aside, there truly are benefits to the flavour of food when it comes from close to home. When vegetables are plucked from the best soil and picked from the vine at their peak ripeness, they are bursting full of nutrients and flavour; the delivery time from growing to selling is virtually nonexistent, and they are available to buy within days or even hours at your local shops. The only way to eat any fresher is by getting down and dirty and growing your own. As small local food businesses are not committed to mass production, this allows

for more quality control and perhaps even some variety in size and shape. Those lovingly grown tomatoes and onions may not be the right shape to comply with generic supermarket packaging but they will be truly delicious. We’re always being told to go ‘green’ and consider the environment in everything we do, and buying local is a perfect way to do your bit for the ozone layer. Not only does the reduction in delivery time lead to fewer carbon emissions, but the small scale growers and producers within our community also tend to be more environmentally friendly by rejecting the supermarket methods creating a greater quantity – rather than quality – of food. As small-scale producers do not need to grow food intensely, artificial fertilisers and chemicals can be kept to a minimum. It is reassuring to know that meat and dairy products have been produced from animal stocks which have been treated with the utmost respect for animal welfare. And everyone would prefer a cut of lamb that has been carefully hand-cut locally, as opposed to machine-cut in a factory far away. More and more people are looking to support the local economies within their community, and are willing to pay more for fresh high quality products in order to do so. From brilliant butchers to fabulous farm shops, there are plenty of local suppliers that provide fresh, high quality products right on your doorstep, how perfect is that? So treat your tastebuds as well as your local community and go local by purchasing food with a purpose.

Eastside recommends: Everton Farm Shop Stonegate Farm, Bawtry Road, Everton, DN10 5BP Tel: 07733 446542 www.evertonfarmshop.co.uk Gainsborough Farmers’ & Craft market re-launch Marshall’s Yard Beaumont Street, Gainsborough, DN21 2NA www.marshallsyard.co.uk Underwood’s Butcher’s Shop Unit 1 Ashley Industrial Estate, Rawmarsh Road, Rotherham, S60 1RU Tel: 01709 789123 www.underwoodmeat.co.uk

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2016 is a big year for the Regional Magazine Company (RMC) as we launch our 30th anniversary celebrations - and we are looking for other businesses who have managed to stand the test of time to join in the fun. Our story started way back in 1986 when the first copy of our first magazine, Westside, was published. We’ve grown considerably since then into a company that publishes nine monthly lifestyle and business titles across Yorkshire, North Notts and North Derbyshire, as well as publishing books for some of Great Britain’s most prestigious restaurants. We also have a strong online presence and we’ll be celebrating our 30th with a major relaunch of our website. 1986 was the year Prince Andrew married Sarah Ferguson, Gary Lineker set a UK transfer record when he moved to Barcelona for £2.75million, Margaret Thatcher opened the M25 and the first episode of Casualty was aired. Since then, as anyone who has been in business the same length of time will know, there have been good times as well as upsets, recessions and major changes across the world. So, if you also set up your business in the year of 1986, congratulations on standing the test of time and here’s a birthday gift from RMC for you. We are offering a free advert in one of our titles. There’s no catch - it’s as simple as that. Contact: jillion.wood@regionalmagazine.co.uk to find out more.

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Bawtry Fashion Week took centre stage in the town this month. Whilst the national media may be talking about the international fashion weeks that have taken place in London and Milan, a small market town near Doncaster created a buzz of its own. Now in its fourth year, Bawtry Fashion Week (BFW) saw a range of events hosted by the town’s fashion retailers for many loyal customers and visitors. “Thanks go to all the retailers who participated and to everyone who enjoyed the events that they hosted,” commented Rebecca Dickenson, chair of the Bawtry Retail Association. “Our fashion week adds a real emphasis to the amazing selection of fashion and accessories on offer in Bawtry and it was great to see the retailers working together to make it another great success. “And thanks must go to Bawtry Bar & Brasserie for a fantastic after show party, where retailers from the town were able to network and celebrate their successes once again.” During the week, the team at Yasmine of Bawtry hosted a couple of seated presentations showcasing the 2016 Joseph Ribkoff spring/summer collection, where guests enjoyed a glass of fizz, whilst glimpsing at what the iconic brand had created for the season ahead. Meanwhile, Robinsons of Bawtry welcomed a representative from Wolford, who presented their exciting new products including the award-winning Pure legwear with bonded seams for improved fit and comfort. Bawtry Shoe Company ran a prize draw

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Style and socialising – inside Bawtry’s Fashion Week

to win one of three pairs of shoes and Cherish Dress Agency celebrated a Week of Colour with a series of colour analysis taster sessions. Three gorgeous models dressed by Infinity Boutique, with hair by Vanilla Rooms of Bawtry and sunglasses provided by Bawtry

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Eye Academy, paraded the streets of Bawtry, after being dropped off in a beautiful Audi provided by Audi Doncaster for a trafficstopping race wear catwalk arranged by Poppy’s Elite. The event was also supported by restaurants in the town with China Rose and Caviars offering special promotional offers for visitors to enjoy. Even the glitzy after party at the Bawtry’s Bar & Brasserie was a chance to dress to impress, with entertainment provided by suited house saxophonist Adrian Bosnia, whilst a singer in a glamorous blue, sparkly dress sang happy birthday in true Marilyn Monroe style to Andrew Longworth. Playboy Bunnies, courtesy of Poppy’s Elite, were also in attendance and were snapped with guests. The week was a great success and once again, showcased the wealth of boutiques, beauty outlets, restaurants and bars the town has to offer. Bawtry Retail Association (BRA) is a member organisation of businesses and retailers in the town. They work together to promote the town, attract visitors and business investment and host a calendar of events throughout the year. The town’s retailers range from designer clothing boutiques for all the family, art galleries, gift shops, home accessories and specialist food outlets. For further information regarding Bawtry Retail Association (BRA) visit www.visitbawtry.com. For details regarding membership, email Rebecca Dickenson at becky@the-vanilla-rooms.com.

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Wedding season The Crown Hotel in Bawtry has been promoting its fantastic wedding packages this month with a stand at the Ido Weddings Exhibition at Doncaster Racecourse and an open day at the Yorkshire Wildlife Park. Katey and Tori were representing The Crown at the Doncaster Racecourse event, which was attended by thousands of couples. Guests were treated to prosecco and chocolate dipped strawberries, whilst Charlotte from Poppy’s Elite joined Katey and Tori, dressed in full wedding attire. Meanwhile, guests were treated to arrival fizz and canapés and had a tour of the ceremony room, which was decorated by White Rose Occasions of Doncaster, at the Yorkshire Wildlife Park event to promote their joint wedding package. Couples who choose to marry at the park, can take advantage of photo opportunities with the animals, before returning to The Crown for their reception. The Crown also had a stand at Doncaster Racecourse for the 2016 Business Exhibition, promoting the Crown as the ultimate hotel of choice for all business accommodation and conferences. They also held a competition to win a luxury stay at the hotel – all guests had to do was take a selfie with the crown and post it to their social media pages. All three events went well, with lots of potential couples and businesses making bookings for 2016.

New menu at The Crown The delicious new Crown restaurant menu was launched in February and is already going down a storm. The most popular dishes are the garlic wild mushrooms with crumbly stilton starter, The Crown surf and turf main (crispy pork belly, scallops, black pudding), and the sharable cheeseboard with baked camembert,Yorkshire blue, fountain gold cheeses and Welbeck bakery breads, chutneys, celery and grapes for afters. To make a booking, contact The Crown Hotel on 01302 710341 or book online at www.crownhotel-bawtry.com.

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They say never work with children and animals, but award-winning digital media and marketing company, Keyhole Visuals, is looking forward to the challenge of working with both as it secures its latest account – top tourist attraction Flamingo Land. The team will create TV advertisements and engaging visual and written content for its website and social media platforms as Yorkshire’s top tourist attraction embraces the power of new ways of marketing and promoting its already hugely popular theme park and holiday village. “We are so pleased to be working with such a prestigious Yorkshire business and look forward to working with the Flamingo Land team to create engaging visual and written content to bring the park to life for potential and existing customers,” said managing director Alex Dowie. “It’s an amazing opportunity to be able to promote such a wellestablished business in a cohesive and dynamic way and we look forward to an exciting and busy year.” Keyhole Visuals has continued to go from strength to strength since its launch in 2014 and, with a drive and determination to succeed, has seen contracts take them across the globe with a particular focus in the United Arab Emirates. “We are able to create film, visual and written content to help businesses in a variety of ways either to showcase what they do, recruit staff, highlight elements of their businesses for social media purposes, advertise on TV or promotion through our holistic digital and social media marketing,” said Alex. “The team continues to grow as our business secures more contracts and we look forward to a busy and prosperous 2016.” Keyhole Visuals can offer visual media solutions for corporate, leisure, industry, music, entertainment and travel sectors. For further information, visit www.keyholevisuals.co.uk.

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The Crown Hotel is renowned for hosting some of the region’s most spectacular special occasions. Here, three very satisfied customers share their experience of organising events at Bawtry’s fabulous four-star hotel.

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Nicola Henderson, Joanne Farmer (whose husband has cystic fibrosis) and Kerry Newall raised a staggering £7,000 for The Cystic Fibrosis Trust thanks to a glittering charity ball at the Crown for 120 guests. Nicola explains why they chose the hotel – and why they were so pleased with the result. “The Crown was a good location for a lot of the local people attending but also offered overnight accommodation for those travelling from further afield. Having visited the restaurant many times before we knew the food was to a very high standard. For the meal, guests chose from starters of salmon and king prawns, tomato and basil soup or baked goats cheese. Mains were salmon fillet, breast of chicken stuffed with sundried tomatoes and mozzarella or Yorkshire fillets of beef. Dessert was lemon tart, sticky toffee pudding or chocolate brownie, followed by a sharing platter of cheeses with coffee and chocolates, and then bacon sandwiches were served at midnight. Everyone has raved about the fabulous food. The evening had a raffle, a singer and a DJ but the best moment was when all the guests were arriving and were wowed by what they saw – all the hard work had been worth it! The events team were always available to meet and address any concerns and were there on the night to make sure everything ran smoothly and take the pressure away from us.They also gave us a number of contacts which helped in organising the event, including White Rose Occasions who did a fantastic job of dressing the room. Overall, it was a great experience and we If you are thinking about organising hope to organise another ball at the Crown a charity event, a ball or indeed any next year.” special occasion, contact The Crown Hotel events team on 01302 710341 or events@crownhotel-bawtry.com to arrange a meeting and show round of the hotel. The team are available to suit you – from Monday to Friday 9am to 9pm and on Saturday and Sunday 9am to 5pm.You can also keep up to date with all things Crown on Facebook (Crown Hotel Bawtry) or Twitter (@crownbawtry). The Crown Hotel High Street, Bawtry Doncaster, DN10 6JW Tel: 01302 710341 www.crownhotel-bawtry.com

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Doncaster and District Law Society Ball Hogarth Suite, Friday 19 February

Janice Oxley is proof – if it ever it was needed – that the Crown Hotel experience stays with a visitor long after they leave. When she was tasked with organising the annual Doncaster and District Law Society Ball for 110 people this year, she had been so impressed with a wedding she’d attended at the hotel ten years previously that she knew it was the right place for them. “The hotel has such a good reputation and I knew first hand that the food, the service and the rooms were excellent so it was an easy decision. The events team were so attentive and helpful throughout the process, always suggesting ways to make the event even better. We were wondering what to do for entertainment at the table and the magician they suggested was great. White Rose Occasions also did a wonderful job of dressing the room. When we arrived and saw the room it felt like the weight of the world had been lifted from our shoulders. Everything we had been promised had been delivered and I just thought ‘oh my word, this is incredible’. Everyone was really impressed and are already asking if we can hold the ball there again. I even got a formal letter from Judge Graham Robinson, who thanked us for inviting him to such a ‘splendid affair’ and commented on how much he had enjoyed the ‘wonderful food and drink’. The staff dealt really well with all of our guests, including a number of vegetarians and vegans, and even helped with the raffle, which raised £600 for Barnardos. They were also great with the little things like clearing the tables efficiently, providing drinks when they were needed, setting up bar tabs for those who wanted them and offering rooms for everyone. Throughout the entire process, nothing was too much trouble and they always answered our queries with ‘of course, no problem’. The Crown were excellent from start to finish and I can’t praise them enough.” Photographs courtesy Rob Ferrol Photography www.robferrolphotography.co.uk

Grease-themed party in aid of Alzheimer’s Society Hogarth Suite, Saturday 20 February

Each year, Ryan Direct Group – an insurance services provider based at Lakeside in Doncaster – nominates a charity and staff are encouraged to raise as much as they can throughout the year. Employee Jessica Logan, who lives in Bawtry, took on the challenge of arranging a Grease-themed party in aid of the chosen charity for 2016, Alzheimer’s Society – and there was one venue she knew would be up to the task of hosting such a fun event. “I’ve been to other charity events at the Crown and have always been impressed with how they do things. The staff are really good and will do anything for you. We met with events co-ordinator Antonia several times – she was great and put us in touch with lots of other suppliers who decorated the room in pink and black and provided a photo booth, which we charged guests £1 to use. There were 108 guests and everyone really enjoyed themselves and said they’d had real value for money. For the meal, they built their own burgers at the table and dessert was individual trifles topped with hundreds and thousands. With ticket sales, a raffle we held on the night, and the photo booth, we raised £1,951. Ryan Direct Group then doubled the amount so we raised £3,902 in total, which was fantastic. The Crown were great and did everything they could to help us raise money – I would definitely recommend them to anyone who was thinking of organising a charity event.”

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ES Cycling

Stephanie Burns reports on how Bawtry is gearing up for the arrival of this year’s Tour de Yorkshire.

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ntil the Tour de France Grand Depart swept through Yorkshire in the summer of 2014, most of us had been confined to watching professional cycling races on TV. The excitement always seemed to happen abroad and only the biggest enthusiasts would travel to witness the spectacle. But with the Grand Depart – and Team GB’s cycling prowess at the London 2012 Olympics – a new passion for the sport was ignited in Britain. Thanks to the great success of last year’s inaugural Tour de Yorkshire, this interest shows no sign of fading any time soon. This year’s event, organised by Amaury Sport Organisation and Welcome to Yorkshire, kicks off in Beverley on Friday 29 April. During Stage 1, 18 teams of eight riders will ride 184km through Tadcaster, Knaresborough and Grassington before finishing in Settle. Both male and female riders will then face the same 135.5km-long stage on Saturday 30 April, which begins in world champion Lizzie Armistead’s home town of Otley. They’ll head south, passing Conisbrough Castle and zipping through Tickhill and Bawtry, before crossing the finish line in Doncaster. Stage 3, which covers 196km, takes the riders from Middlesbrough to Scarborough via Sutton Bank, the North York Moors and Whitby. Entertainment by race ambassadors and a Tour de Yorkshire caravan will precede each race. Sir Gary Verity, chief executive of

Welcome to Yorkshire, explained the reasons behind this year’s route: “We’ve selected routes which showcase Yorkshire’s stunning scenery and will also deliver an excellent sporting event. Our first race was phenomenally successful, bringing 1.5 million spectators to the roadside, generating over £50m for the regional economy and being broadcast around the world – not many races can say that.” Bawtry is taking full advantage of this interest, with businesses planning to fly yellow flags, decorate their windows with themed displays, and trim their exteriors with yellow flowers, bunting and bikes from Friday 22 April to Monday 2 May.Yellow hand flags and whistles will also be handed out to children and anyone who wears yellow on the day, and there will be prizes for the best ‘yellow selfie’ posted on Facebook using the hashtag #VisitBawtry. Those supporting the race in and around Bawtry can purchase a

special commemorative t-shirt for £11.99 from AiroSportwear by calling 01302 741 708 or visiting www.airosportswear.com. “We will make this a day to remember for Bawtry,” said Rebecca Dickenson, chair of Bawtry Retail Association (BRA). “The first Tour de Yorkshire saw over 1.5 million spectators line the route with over 6 million enjoying the event on TV, so it’s great that we are making such an effort. More plans are still to be finalised but, in the meantime, we hope that Bawtry folk will support this amazing occasion and help us to really put Bawtry on the map.” The route, which will enter Bawtry close to its Nottinghamshire border and pass through the town before forking right towards Austerfield, will snake its way through the borough of Doncaster before its spectacular sprint finish on South Parade. The inaugural ladies race will pass through Bawtry between 10.30am and 11am, finishing in Doncaster around 11.30am-12noon. Bawtry will then welcome the male riders between 4pm and 4.30pm, before they finish in Doncaster around 5-5.30pm. There is plenty for spectators in Bawtry to get involved with on the day. Bawtry Gym is hosting a bike challenge on the Market Place, The Vanilla Rooms will be spraying people’s hair yellow, and Co-op is selling raffle tickets at £1 a strip for the Co-op

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Community Grand Draw, in which one lucky winner will take home an Orbea Grow 2 children’s bike with accessories. The winner will be drawn after the men’s race and Co-op has also provided vouchers for second and third place prizes. All funds raised from the raffle will be donated to the Co-op charity of the year. If you can’t wait for the fun to begin, the excitement kicks off the week before the race comes to the town as Bawtry Eye Academy, &SheKnows… and Feast are organising a sponsored bike ride in connection with the Tour de Yorkshire. On

bikes provided by Don Valley Cycles and supported by a caravan from Yorkshire Caravans, Helen Wallace and Sonny Sethi will Helen Wallace and Sonny ride the Stage 2 route on 24 April Sethi will complete all 81 mydonate.bt.com/fundraisers/yesshecan. miles of this year’s Tour de Yorkshire Stage 2 With so much planned in the region for on Sunday 24 April to raise money for Firefly this year’s Tour de Yorkshire, it seems the Cancer Awareness and Support. The event is event’s success is set to continue. For more also raising awareness of the Keepmoat information in the run up to the race, visit Stadium’s bike library, a facility provided and www.letour.yorkshire.com.You can also managed by DCL that loans bikes free of check out www.visitbawtry.com for the latest charge. For more information or to make a Bawtry news and events. donation visit

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ES Health

Can mind control really help you lose weight? Liz from Elizabeth Ann Therapies considers the options.

ypnotherapy is a great way to readjust habits and you can enjoy the flexibility and common sense approach. With a hypnotherapy weight loss programme you will not be on starvation diets, expensive supplements or faddy eating patterns. Instead, the power of hypnotherapy is used to help you achieve your weight loss goal in a safe and natural way, by helping you change any unhealthy eating patterns and habits. Hypnosis can help you take control of your eating habits, boosting your willpower, and can also motivate you to exercise. It is important for the hypnotherapist also to find out the emotional reasons why you are overeating, to remove old unhelpful thinking patterns, habits and behaviours. A bespoke hypnotherapy programme is a good way to acheive your goal. As an individual it is better to have a tailored plan which is suited directly to your needs. We recognise that every client is unique and has different needs which have to be addressed. A typical standardised plan is not always enough to get the changes that you want. Self-hypnosis is a marvellous tool that you can use as and when needed.

Q&A: Send your wellbeing questions to Liz @ Elizabethann61@live.co.uk One will be chosen and published monthly. Clinic @ The Vanilla Rooms Bawtry Dear Liz I have been overweight since I became pregnant seven years ago. I put on a lot of weight during pregnancy and never seemed to lose it. I am now approaching 40 and am worried about hypertension; my doctor has recommended I lose weight for my health. I am around five stones overweight and don’t want to enter my fifth decade being like this. I have been told hypnotherapy can help; do you agree? Louise Dear Louise Hypnotherapy is a very good help when it comes to losing weight. The suggestion techniques make you feel confident about your body. Change any negative thoughts about eating and you lose weight responsibly without impacting on emotional well-being. The bespoke weight loss programme can be tailored to your needs. While diets and nutrition plans focus on what you eat and how often, the aim of hypnotherapy changes how you feel about what you eat so you can learn to enjoy the healthier option. With hypnotherapy it is possible to change your thinking patterns and gain control over cravings in a way that doesn’t depress you. All of the above are available with me @ The Vanilla Rooms Bawtry. Clinical Hypnotherapist/Complementary Healthcare Practitioner and Weight Management Consultant. Senior Practitioner of the British Institute of Hypnotherapy and NLP. Full member of BABTAC and the FHT Clinic @ The Vanilla Rooms, Bawtry. www.The-Vanilla-Rooms.co.uk / www.elizabethannbawtry.com On Facebook and Twitter

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Alissa Schofield, aged five, won her mum, Natasha Urwin, a whole host of prizes from a number of tenants at Marshall’s Yard – as well as a two-hour style consultation with local stylist Hayley Eleanor in the centre’s recent Mother’s Day competition.

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Footsteps on the dancefloor Enjoy a stylish night out at Doncaster’s newest bar.

ver the past few winter months, you’d be forgiven for going into a kind of social hibernation, but as we settle into warmer spring days and brighter evenings, it’s time to dust off those brogues and stilettos to hit the town once more. And with the opening of elegant wine bar Huellas in Doncaster town centre, you can kick off a new year of nights out in style. Co-owners Mike Hollick, Jon-Paul Chambers and Paul Marshall opened the bar in February, and it has already had a fantastic reaction from its clients. Mike and The owners Jon-Paul own local estate agency Footprint Properties, Footprint Builders and the Footprint Property Group. It is therefore fitting that they decided on the Spanish word for footprint, huellas, for their wine bar. Owning a bar is a new venture for the two business men, and this is where their partner Paul’s expertise comes in. Paul has been in the pub industry for over 30 years, and in that time, has owned and run many

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other successful bars in the area. Along with their wide range of wines, champagnes and proseccos, they also offer premium spirits, cocktails, ciders, lagers and beers.You can even drop by in the afternoons for a tea or coffee. They also serve sophisticated bar snacks such as cheese boards, olives and sharing platters, and are hoping to introduce a tapas menu in the future. Huellas caters for a number of different nights out, with their lively northern soul nights and live music taking place downstairs at the weekends, and a quieter bar upstairs where you can relax and chat to friends with ease. If dancing is the highlight of your nights out, you’ll be happy to hear that the Huellas team is planning to extend the Spanish theme further with a salsa night.

Enjoy some romantic live music every Saturday, or look out for special events on their Facebook page. Whatever the occasion, you will be guaranteed a night out with a touch of glamour. “We are raising the bar in Doncaster in both the quality of our newly fitted bar, and the quality of our products and service,” says Mike. “Our ground floor is large and open plan with separate seating areas, the whole bar is illuminated with soft lighting and also benefits from a state of the art sound system. We will also be having live music and events throughout the year. “On our first floor is our more exclusive bar which can be hired out as a private hire bar for birthdays, functions etc, this also leads out onto our fabulous roof terrace which will be the place to be this summer.” Huellas 10-11 Cleveland Street Doncaster, DN1 3EF Tel: 01302 597777

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ES Eating Out Claire Fleetwood

Popular partnership The latest venture from two well-known Bawtry businesses is already proving a hit, as Stephanie Burns discovered on a recent visit.

hat happens when you take two Bawtry businesses and combine them into one country pub? The answer is Coleman’s Bistro at The Blacksmiths Arms in Everton, the latest venture from Andy Miller and Andy Longworth of Bawtry’s Bar & Brasserie and John and Sarah Coleman of Coleman’s Pizzeria & Steakhouse. The group joined forces last November to relaunch this wellestablished pub and the result is something really rather special. The licensee – and the face of this new incarnation – is Claire Fleetwood, who has been working for Andy Longworth since 1988. With years of experience running some of the region’s best-known establishments, she’s the driving force behind the early success of this new eatery. The Sunday carvery in particular is going down a storm and it’s already become a buzzing weekend haunt for Bawtry regulars who fancy a change from the norm. We visited midweek and were surprised to find the place bustling despite its relatively remote location. It’s great to see that they’ve retained the rustic pub feel (think cosy corners, low beams and toasty fires) and, while the menu is populated primarily by pub classics – there are several different burgers and steaks alongside dishes such as pie, lasagne and chicken kiev – the contemporary bistro influence shines through on the plate.

My starter looked pretty as a picture and tasted just as good. Lightly toasted soda bread was spread liberally with horseradish (watch out if you prefer your condiments on the milder side) and topped with smoked mackerel and salted cucumber. A scattering of micro-herbs finished the dish with a flourish. My dining partner enjoyed an equally tasty chicken liver pate – homemade with port, cranberry and mixed herbs – and a very generous portion of warm crusty bread with two types of chutney. A wonderful start to the meal. We’d heard great things about the pub’s sausage selection but weren’t quite prepared for a ten-strong list courtesy of the Bawtrybased Wilkinson Butchers. This is anything but ordinary bangers and mash – you choose three sausages (Cumberland, lamb and mint and Welsh dragon in my companion’s case), a variety of mashed potato (he had spring onion mash but could have opted for creamy, gruyere or bacon and brie) and a jus (beef and ale, port or minted red wine). It’s a great concept and there’s something to suit even the fussiest of tastes. I also tucked in to a hearty portion of mash but mine came with a tasty pork fillet rolled in fresh herbs and doused in a rich port jus – delicious. By this point we could have practically rolled home but the briefest of glances at the dessert menu soon changed our mind. Without a second thought for my waistline, I devoured a great slab of four-layer chocolate

cake, complete with vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce and fresh strawberries. My companion chose a light and fluffy lemon meringue pie with a gentle citrus tang and agreed that it had been worth pushing our thresholds that little bit further. It may have only been five months since the Coleman’s Bistro partnership took hold of The Blacksmiths Arms but all indications show that it’s set for a very bright future.

What we ate: Starters Chicken liver pate, £5.95 Smoked mackerel, £7.25 Mains Pork fillet medallions, £15.95 Bangers and mash, £9.95 Desserts Lemon meringue, £3.95 Chocolate cake, £3.95 Drinks Bitter shandy, £3.10 Sauvignon Blanc 175ml, £3.60 Coleman’s Bistro Church Street, Everton Doncaster, DN10 5BQ Tel: 01777 817281

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ES Restaurant Awards

Do you want to be in the running for the 2016 Eastside Restaurant Awards? Find 6 out how you can make your mark... 201 IDE

he search is on for the finest dining establishments across the Doncaster, Rotherham and North Notts region, as we launch the 2016 Eastside Restaurant Awards. This glamorous black tie event, staged at The Crown Hotel, Bawtry, gives a huge boost to the local restaurant scene as the winners enjoy their moment of triumph and all the nominated restaurants bask in the glow of positive publicity. Now the search is on again to find the venues that have truly excelled in the art of delivering delicious food in a superlative setting.

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T E Eastside’s RAN TAU S S E reviewers will be out R RD AWA and about over the next few months, checking out established and new restaurants, seeking out the very best the region has to offer. All our recent award winners have been exceptional, so expectations are high. Meanwhile here’s a reminder to all restaurant, hotel, café and pub owners: to make sure your establishment is under consideration for the big prizes in 2016, contact Eastside’s publishing manager Terri Moore at terri.moore@regionalmagazine.co.uk

Join our Judging Panel We want to give Eastside readers a voice on the independent judging panel that decides the ultimate prize – the Eastside Restaurant of the Year. The search is on to find one reader to join with our other judges, all chosen for their knowledge of food and their passion for dining out on the Eastside scene, to eat together at some of the region’s finest restaurants before deciding which venue should be named as Eastside’s Restaurant of the Year. Does this opportunity tickle your tastebuds? To apply for a place on our judging panel, please email the editor, Chris Wilson, at chris.wilson@regionalmagazine.co.uk and tell him in no more than 150 words what qualities you think the judges should be looking out for in the search for Eastside’s Restaurant of the Year.

Cast your vote We will always give Eastside readers their say in our Restaurant Awards. They are a discerning bunch who travel the region to experience the best restaurants, bistros and gastro pubs. That is why the Eastside Readers’ Choice trophy is so highly prized. The Eastside Readers’ Choice Award cuts across all boundaries. Whether you select your favourite local cafe, a much-loved Indian or Italian restaurant or any other type of food venue, all votes are equal. Everyone who casts a vote will be entered into a draw, and one lucky winner will receive dinner for two at their favourite restaurant. Voting is free: simply visit our website – www.regionalmagazine.co.uk – and click on ‘Competitions’ to let us know where you have enjoyed eating out most over the last 12 months. All entries must include a home address and contact details, any multiple entries from the same email address will be disqualified.

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ES Competition

Win tickets to see Will Young

ill Young plays Doncaster Racecourse on Saturday 14 May 2016 and Eastside has two pairs of tickets to give away for this fantastic event. Last summer, Will released his critically acclaimed new album 85% Proof which went straight in at number one on the UK Official Album Chart, his fourth number one album. 85% Proof is the sixth album from the multi-million selling Brit Award-winning singer-songwriter and represents his most accomplished work to date. The record is an eclectic, hugely confident and startlingly human record which Clash described as ‘The most deliciously instinctive and relentlessly endearing pop music you’ll hear this year. A masterclass in delivering a mature pop record’. Will has made a successful return to the musical spotlight after spending the last few

years in theatre staring as The Emcee in Cabaret (for which he was nominated for an Olivier Award); presenting an ITV documentary on surrealist artist Magritte; writing a best-selling biography and fronting a campaign for Stonewall. Why don’t you pop along for a day at the races before dancing into the evening with music by Will Young for an action-packed day out?

How to enter: Enter our competition online at www.regionalmagazine.co.uk. The closing date is Friday 29 April. Question: Name Will Young’s latest album.

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A DV E RT I S I N G F E AT U R E

Is your income suffering from record-low interest rates? Wealth management specialists Dale Murten Wealth Management explore your options.

ncome is important. It’s an obvious statement. The difficulty is that, in an uncertain world, investment income is hard to find right now. Investors looking for income have faced an increasing challenge ever since the financial crisis broke in 2008. Prudence and vigilance became the order of the day as financial institutions across the globe took extreme measures to protect themselves from global meltdown. Central Governments across the world also reacted strongly, forcing interest rates to record lows. Six years on and interest rates in the UK remain almost non-existent. The result is real losses for savers in bank and building society deposits which fail to match inflation.

With dividend payouts on the turn, the outlook for equity income funds could also be on the up. Equity income funds have a strong track record for delivering attractive, sustainable income and steady returns over the long term. But it is worth remembering that not all equity income funds are the same. Some are better for income, while others provide better prospects for total return investors through the reinvestment of income. St. James’s Place offers a range of equity income funds managed by investment managers with complementary styles.

Investors wanting to secure a better level of income have realised that they must look beyond traditional cash deposits.

Corporate bond funds which are, by their nature income producers, remain popular particularly with cautious investors. At St. James’s Place we firmly subscribe to the view that a diversified fixed interest strategy with exposure to investment grade, sub-investment grade and senior secured debt will help position your portfolio to benefit from growth across the credit spectrum.

History shows that investing in equities, or shares, has provided investors with a better chance of outpacing inﬂation over the long term versus other asset classes, particularly if the shares are able to increase the dividend payments year after year. Positively, there are indications that the recent trend of increasing dividend payments could be sustainable.

Commercial property felt the full effects of the credit crunch and the fall in property values left many investors nursing signiﬁcant losses. But again, history suggests that commercial property has a place in a portfolio for income investors. Its long-term track record is strong and, importantly, it offers returns that are lowly correlated to other asset classes. Investors

DALE MURTEN Dale Murten Wealth Management Associate Partner Practice of St. James’s Place Wealth Management

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Dale Murten Wealth Management are based locally and are inviting Eastside readers to discuss their concerns and discover the opportunities that are available. Call 01302 772278 for more information or your complimentary guide to wealth management.

should however note that investing in real asset classes (equities, corporate bonds and commercial property) does not provide the security of capital which is characteristic of a deposit account with a bank or building society. The value of capital, and income from it, can fall as well as rise and you may not get back the original amount invested. Those investing for income need to remember that no one asset class is the panacea. With uncertainty around interest rates, a welldiversiﬁed, well-managed portfolio which blends a range of asset classes remains the most suitable strategy for investors to satisfy their longer-term income needs. At St. James’s Place we believe that our ability to tailor solutions to an individual’s needs and attitude to risk means your income investments are in good hands. The value of an investment with St. James’s Place will be directly linked to the performance of the funds you select and the value can therefore go down as well as up. You may get back less than you invested.

The Partner Practice represents only St. James’s Place Wealth Management plc (which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority) for the purpose of advising solely on the Group’s wealth management products and services, more details of which are set out on the Group’s website www.sjp.co.uk/products. The title ‘Partner Practice’ is the marketing term used to describe St. James’s Place representatives.

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Summer season now on sale

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STARRING

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ES Theatre

Upcoming family shows at Cast, Doncaster

Thrills and chills Fiona Barber enjoys a classic fairy tale brought right up to date in a spectacular adaptation.

n an imaginative modern twist on Hans Christian Andersen’s classic tale, writer, Philip Osment and director, Jonathan McGrath have adapted Snow Queen into a story relevant to young people living in the modern world. Gaming, online safety, puppetry, fostering and adoption all became part of this innovative and dynamic theatre experience when a young boy, Kai, was seized from the real world into his gaming screen and the grasps of the wintery, digital realm of the Snow Queen. Thankfully his loving foster sister, Gerda, refused to believe Kai was beyond her help and set off fearlessly to his rescue. Along the way Gerda met with talking flowers,

nosey birds, a grumpy reindeer and other magical creatures on a journey that combined technology with puppetry and spirited human performances. With remarkable visuals, an impressive cast of puppets and an original musical score, and expressive movement from a cast of five, in this clever adaptation, Osment and McGrath have transformed a story written in 1844 into a tale relevant to young people today (aimed at sevenyear olds plus). In this fable of childhood curiosity, misplaced trust and unbreakable friendship, Snow Queen fast forwarded nearly two centuries to reside in a world of online viruses, interactive gaming and social media identities and provided topclass entertainment for youngsters.

Shakespeare Untold, Wednesday, 4 May, 1.30pm and 7.30pm. The stories you know from the characters you don’t in this family-friendly double bill from the world-renowned theatre, Shakespeare’s Globe. In Romeo Untold, the story of Shakespeare's starcrossed lovers Romeo and Juliet is retold through the eyes of the Capulet Ball's party planner. Titus Untold retells Shakespeare's goriest tragedy, Titus Andronicus, as seen from the kitchen of Titus’s piemaker. These shows premiered to great critical and popular acclaim at the Edinburgh Fringe, and are now touring internationally. Rediscover two Shakespearean classics together in just two hours including an interval. Tickets are £14.50 / £12.50 concessions / £50 Family of 4

The Adventures of Walter Lemonface Wednesday 1 June 11.30am and 3.30pm Join adventurer, fearless inventor and connoisseur of carrots, Walter Lemonface as he hunts for Rhubarb Ogres, battles ghosts and finds a new adventure around every corner. Oh… and he has a yellow head that looks like a lemon. Sometimes scary, often touching and always with a healthy sprinkling of silly, this is a magical mix of live animation, music and storytelling for children aged 3-plus and their grown-ups. This production is choose your own adventure for the digital age, as two animators create the action live using state-of-the-art iPad technology. Aimed at children aged three-plus, there’s no such thing as too much joining in with this show as young audiences help hero Walter Lemonface hunt for ghosts, solve mysteries and meet new friends. Tickets are £8.50 adult / £5.50 child Tickets available on 01302 303 959 or online at castindoncaster.com

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ES Theatre

Doncaster hosts world première of Northern Ballet’s Jane Eyre

Get swept away by unrivalled storytelling, dance and live music as Northern Ballet come back to Doncaster to present the world première of Jane Eyre at Cast, Doncaster from Thursday 19 to Saturday 21 May. 64

aving first visited Doncaster in May 2015 with Madame Butterfly to great success, Northern Ballet return with a brand new full-length ballet celebrating the 200th anniversary of Charlotte Brontë’s birth. Jane Eyre is one of literature’s greatest heroines. Orphaned at a young age and cruelly treated by her Aunt, Jane is a plain but intelligent child who grows up knowing little kindness. Sent away to a charitable school, she later accepts a position as a Governess at Thornfield, a gentleman’s manor whose master is the dark and impassioned Mr Rochester. In spite of their social differences, an unlikely bond grows between the pair but

as their romance develops, it becomes clear that Mr Rochester has a hidden past that threatens to ruin them both. A dramatic tale of romance, jealousy and dark secrets, Jane Eyre is the story of one woman’s indomitable spirit overcoming all boundaries. This new ballet is choreographed by international dance maker Cathy Marston, who was previously Associate Artist at the Royal Opera House (2002-2006) and Director of the Bern Ballett in Switzerland (2007 – 2013). She has brought on board an impressive creative team, including composer Philip Feeney, whose credits for Northern Ballet include Dracula and Cinderella. Patrick Kinmonth, who has worked closely with photographer Mario Testino designing

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‘Creating for Northern Ballet is a joy because everyone in the organisation shares my passion for telling and digging deep into stories through dance. Though the Company has excellent technique and production values, it is their unparalleled ability as dance actors that I love most.’

Archie Sullivan and Luke Francis in Tortoise & the Hare

numerous campaigns for Gucci,Valentino, Versace and Dior designed the sets and costumes. As the daughter of two English teachers, Cathy was first introduced to Jane Eyre as a child. We caught up with her during rehearsals and asked her to tell us about bringing Charlotte’s Brontë’s iconic novel from page to stage. “Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre was a novel far ahead of its time and when I think of Jane Eyre I feel inspired by images of her passionate but 'impossible' relationship with Mr Rochester, the fire and emotional destruction symbolised by Bertha Mason the infamous 'woman in the attic', the contrasting icy moorland through which she

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seems to run from one chapter of her life to another, and of course her final reunion with Rochester. “But these images only touch the surface of a character and a book that continue to provoke and move - generation after generation, re-read after re-read.” Often drawn to strong female characters, Cathy explained that: “Jane is considered an early feminist character. She feels she is fighting the outside world but she is also fighting herself. Her reactions are seldom obvious and we must always ask ’what would Jane do here’ ” Jane Eyre is Cathy’s second full-length production for Northern Ballet, following an adaptation of the Dickens classic A Tale of Two Cities in 2008. On returning to work with the Leeds-based company, Cathy said: “Creating for Northern Ballet is a joy because everyone in the organisation shares my passion for telling and digging deep into stories through dance. Though the Company has excellent technique and production values, it is their unparalleled ability as dance actors that I love most.” Northern Ballet’s Artistic Director David Nixon OBE added: “Having already adapted Emily Brontë’s Wuthering Heights it seems appropriate that Northern Ballet should also

immortalise her sister’s Jane Eyre through dance and doing so in the bicentennial anniversary of Charlotte Brontë’s birth makes it all the more special.” Northern Ballet will also bring Tortoise & the Hare to Doncaster; bringing the muchloved Aesop’s fable to life. It is the company’s fourth children’s ballet, following the sell-out successes of Three Little Pigs and Elves & the Shoemaker, both of which toured to Cast, and were also adapted for CBeebies. Created specifically for children and families, Tortoise & the Hare is the perfect opportunity to enjoy live ballet, music and theatre.

Tickets Northern Ballet are at Cast, Doncaster from Thursday 19 – Saturday 21 May presenting the World Première of Jane Eyre and tickets are £18.50 /£16.50 concessions*.The company will perform Tortoise & the Hare for children 3+ on Saturday 21 May, tickets £8.50 adults / £5.50 child*.Tickets for both performances are available on 01302 303 959 or castindoncaster.com *Includes 50p per ticket booking fee, not charged if paying by cash.

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The Phoenix takes flight Leading Yorkshire dance company celebrates 35 years in a special tour coming to Doncaster.

nternationally acclaimed Yorkshire dance company Phoenix Dance Theatre are celebrating their 35th birthday with a special anniversary tour, which is coming to Cast in Doncaster on Tuesday 19 April. From small beginnings in inner-city Leeds, Phoenix Dance Theatre has grown to be one of the UK’s leading contemporary dance companies. In celebration of their 35th year the company will present a triple bill of intense, funny and beautiful dances including two brand-new commissions to celebrate the diversity and collaborations for which the company has become internationally known. In a fitting commemoration of the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death, the timeless themes of desire, duplicity and unrequited love are brought to life in Kate Flatt’s Undivided Loves. This brand new piece reimagines Shakespeare’s most intimate, mysterious and radical sonnets through the fusion of sound, words and dance to Brazilian percussionist Adriano Adewale’s vibrant and percussive score. In contrast, acclaimed Dutch/Israeli choreographer Itzik Galilire works his ballet Until.With/Out.Enough, which explores the concept of the enclosed space that exists within our minds, as part of a cocommission with The Royal Ballet and Phoenix Dance Theatre. Audience favourite Melt, created by Phoenix Dance Theatre artistic director Sharon Watson, a visually spectacular aerial dance piece which sees the dancers swoop, glide and collide, completes the Triple Bill at Doncaster. Sharon Watson commented: ‘Like most

35-year-olds, now is the opportunity to be at our most creative, ambitious and experimental. Phoenix Dance Theatre is becoming a household name here in Yorkshire and the ambition going forward is to take that local legacy and build on it further afield. This birthday celebration is a real milestone and celebrates the great times that we have had, whilst looking ahead to the future.’ Tickets cost £16.50, £14.50 concessions, available on 01302 303 959 or by visiting castindoncaster.com.

Melt by Phoenix Dance Theatre’s artistic director Sharon Watson Photograph: Brian Slater

International festival of hip-hop dance theatre returns Sadler’s Wells’ critically acclaimed international festival of hip hop dance theatre, Breakin’ Convention, is back with a full day of performances from local crews and international artists at Cast in Doncaster on Saturday 7 May. Now in its 13th year, this hugely popular festival is once again hosted and curated by Saddler’s Well’s Associate Artist Jonzi D, one of the most influential artists in the British hip hop scene. Breakin’ Convention has firmly established itself as one of the major highlights on the British dance calendar and one of the world’s greatest celebrations of hip hop culture. Held at Cast in Doncaster, Breakin’ Convention will see Sir Nigel Gresley Square transformed with free events including live graffiti art workshops, live DJs and a hip hop dance battle in the afternoon leading to the evening show inside Cast’s Main Space. The show line features three international acts, including leading French street dance artist Antoinette Gomis performing images, an atmospheric solo piece drawing on civil rights history and the music of Nina Simone. Spain’s award-winning Iron Skulls Co present the surreal Sinestesia, a dynamic work merging hip hop with acrobatics that sees the dancers morphing into postapocalyptic survivors. Meanwhile World Champion bboy crew The Ruggeds from the Netherlands present the explosive Adrenaline – a show filed with acrobatics, gravitydefying jumps, music and energythat will make your soul anxious to get up and move. Taking the stage alongside the international acts are four local hip hop dance theatre companies and crews: SD Kreative, Twisted Poets, Daniel Phung Dance and Rationale. Free afternoon activities will start from 2pm and tickets for the evening show cost £16.50, £14.50 concessions, £8.50 for under 26s, available on 01302 303 959 or by visiting castindoncaster.com.

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a selection of what’s coming up in Summer 2016 Monday 25 April, 6.30pm Curtain Call Fundraiser

Tuesday 26 - Saturday 30 April, 7.30pm Shadowlands by William Nicholson

Artistic Director Kully Thiarai looks back on Cast’s dramatic opening years, joined by a cast of friends and special guests for an evening of memories, music and performance. Suggested minimum donation £20

The major revival of this award winning play and the BAFTA winning film which tells the love story of C.S. Lewis and poet Joy Davidman is a touching and uplifting show from the producers of Birdsong.

Wednesday 4 May, 1.30pm and 7.30pm Shakespeare Untold

Wednesday 11 May, 7.30pm Swinging at the Cotton Club

The stories you know from characters your don’t. This family friendly double bill from Shakespeare’s Globe retells Romeo and Juliet from the eyes of the Capulet’s party planner and Titus Andronicus’ piemaker.

Step back in time to the sounds, styles and moves of New York City in the 20s and 30s with this action-packed show celebrating the music, dance, and songs of the legendary Cotton Club.

Thursday 19 - Saturday 21 May, 7.30pm Northern Ballet’s Jane Eyre Renowned for transforming well-known stories into brilliant dance theatre, Northern Ballet return to Doncaster with the World Première of Charlotte Brontë’s iconic masterpiece Jane Eyre.

Sunday 29 May, 7.30pm Kate Rusby This remarkable singer with Yorkshire wit returns to Cast joined by the cream of British folk musicians. With much-loved classics, together with fresh new songs make this an unforgettable concert experience.

Friday 3 June, 7.30pm Hal Cruttenden

Wednesday 8 June, 7.30pm The Birthday Party by Harold Pinter

Star of Radio 4, the great Hal rants about the real evils of the modern world, over sharing on social media and the 5:2 diet. The more he complains the funnier he gets. As seen on Live at the Apollo and Would I Lie To You?.

A shabby boarding house in a small seaside town. An impromptu, seemingly innocent party abruptly turns into a deadly game of cat and mouse. This thriller and macabre comedy is among Pinter’s most unusual plays.

Friday 10 June, 7.30pm Sounds of the Glenn Miller Era

Thursday 16 - Sunday 19 June, see brochure for timings The Gruffalo’s Child

The Nick Ross Orchestra and singers faithfully recreate the 1940’s Big Band sound. Recapture sensational sounds and musical memories in an unmissable evening of melodies and song that have prevailed through to today.

Tall Stories returns to Cast, bringing Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s award-winning sequel to life in this magical, musical adaptation. Songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3 and up and their grown-ups.

And lot’s more, including: Dinosaur Park (The Jurassic Parody) on Thursday 9 June; and in our Second Space we welcome film screenings, a nordic inspired thriller, clasical music, comedy, dance magic theatre, and new writing.

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