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CONTENTS

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Focus on Walkley

to the countryside, the suburbs of Crookes and Walkley offer the best of everything

36 Take it outside

Discover some of North Sheffield’s best beer gardens

42 Accessories

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48 Fashion

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ello and welcome to the August issue of Sixer.

Reaching 30 years is an amazing achievement for any business, large or small, and Cupola Gallery is no exception. Karen Sherwood opened the gallery in 1991 between a launderette and a betting shop and the rest, they say, is history. We spoke to her about the secret to her success.

Walkley is burgeoning suburb – we look at why it’s so popular and the businesses that help to make it tick, from jewellers and beauty salons to restaurants and antiques.

Elsewhere we enjoy the open air in some of north Sheffield’s best beer gardens, enjoy a trip to the capital and have your ususal mix of fashion, homes, motoring and more.

See you next month.

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Richard Abbey Executive Editor

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FRONT COVER: We celebrate 30 years of Cupola Gallery. See page 12 for more

KEEP UP TO DATE...

12 The sweet smell of success

Cupola Gallery celebrates its 30th anniversary this month. Richard Abbey spoke to owner Karen Sherwood to find out the secret to her longevity (clue: it involves cake)

20 Home & Garden

Fruit-inspired patterns are a great way to incorporate summer into your home

28 Bits & Pieces

50 Beauty

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54 Travel

London was calling to Richard Abbey who found the perfect base from which to explore on a recent visit to the capital

56 Motoring

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Our monthly round-up of what’s been going on around the region

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Sweet smell of success CUPOLA GALLERY CELEBRATES ITS 30TH ANNIVERSARY THIS MONTH. RICHARD ABBEY SPOKE TO OWNER KAREN SHERWOOD TO FIND OUT THE SECRET TO HER LONGEVITY (CLUE: IT INVOLVES CAKE). f you ask Karen Sherwood the secret to her success she’d probably say honesty, integrity, hard work and the unwavering support of the Hillsborough community. This August, the curator and owner of Cupola Gallery on Middlewood Road celebrates 30 years in business.

“How on earth did that happen?” she bewilderedly says but that would be doing her a disservice. It’s her passion and determination - some would say stubbornness - that has seen her reach this significant milestone and make Cupola one of the most respected galleries for the sale and exhibition of fine art and fine crave in the north of England.

To mark the occasion, Karen will be hosting a 30th anniversary celebration launch at the gallery on Saturday 28 August (6-10pm) followed by a free programme of workshops, activities and events that will run until 11 October.

These include a cyanotype workshop, printmaking, clay, textiles, drawing, jewellery making and more.

There will also be over 60 artists in a special 30th anniversary exhibition that will include painting, printmaking, indoor and outdoor sculpture in steel, wood and ceramic, installation, glass, jewellery, photography, decorative and functional ceramics, textiles and mixed media. All four gallery exhibition spaces, plus Cupola’s award-winning sculpture garden, will be filled with art.

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artists we have shown but we hope it reminds people that we never stand still, are just as keen now to experiment and push boundaries, whilst remaining accessible and friendly as when the gallery started,” says Karen. “Cupola is a non-funded private independent gallery

which does not fit into a neat category and nor does it want to. It is a gallery of passion and welcome.”

Cupola famously opened in 1991 between a betting shop and a launderette around the corner from the Sheffield Wednesday football ground. It opened to fill what Karen saw as a huge need for an exhibition and sales venue for the many contemporary artists that lived and worked across the city. As a fine art graduate herself she was totally shocked at the lack of opportunities for artists in

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a city the size of Sheffield. Indeed, this seemed even more shocking due to the fact that the art college [at Psalter Lane] had been established for over 150 years at that time and there were at least three, if not more, vibrant studio groups in operation.

After graduating in 1990 and being stymied by this lack of opportunity, Karen, supported by her friend Cheryl,

decided to take matters into their own hands and hosted their own exhibition in their flat above a butcher’s shop in Nether Edge. After enthusiastically canvassing people to attend (helped by the promise of free alcohol) they filled the flat, sold some work and ultimately sowed the seeds for what was to come.

“I thought maybe there was a market for this kind of thing but there was no funding available, nothing form the Arts Council,” says Karen. “The bank patted me on the head and told me to do away.

I thought I couldn’t do it, I didn’t have the backing of family money, I didn’t even really have a job but a guy got in touch with me with potential of lots of [freelance art] work for me and he brought me here, which was a picture framers.

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didn’t think anything of it but then I got a letter, completely out of the blue, inside of which was a cheque for £15,000. It was an inheritance from my grandma who had died a while ago. So I paid off various debts and had £6,000 left and I went back to the chap [at the picture framers] and said ‘how much do you want for your picture framing business?’.

“The guy said he wanted £10,000, I had six so I said would you take the six and I’ll pay off the remaining four in my

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first year? He said yes, I ran off to Scotland to get married, came back, learned how to picture frame in a fortnight and opened a gallery, which was a bit mad, but what I’d wanted to do since I was 15.”

So open she did and immediately hit a stumbling block, or the Supertram to be precise, as a three-year programme of work started almost immediately to install the tracks right outside her front door.

“One in four businesses went

bankrupt. It was devastating,” adds Karen. “But I’m stubborn, very stubborn, and hated the idea of failing through circumstances. I wanted to fail on my own terms not because someone made me fail.”

It was at this time that the Hillsborough community really rallied round and got Karen, and many other local independent businesses, through this most difficult of times. It’s support that has never gone away and again came to the fore during this last 18 months.

“During the pandemic, almost for the first time in my 30-year history I’ve actually seen the benefit of being in a community and not being in the city centre.” beams Karen.

“The community has been extraordinarily supportive of the gallery. It‘s been a blessing and totally humbling.”

Karen works alongside Graham Shapley, who has been there for 13 years, as well as picture framers Pete and Midge. Everyone is welcome to pop into the gallery and browse, especially children.

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“I’ve been joking for a while now that my new target market is three-yearolds because threeyear-olds are wonderful,” laughs Karen. “They haven’t been taught that this isn’t for them and the amount of threeyear-olds that have brought adults in is marvellous! I love kids, I keep Lego in for them to play with and I do free cake every Saturday.”

The free cake has become something of a hit but it’s the artwork and crafts that keep people coming back. Karen hosts around ten exhibitions a year so there’s always something different.

“You can look and not buy as often as you want - and come for cake. I always joke though that on your third visit you have to buy something!” winks Karen.

Looking beyond the 30th anniversary, Karen is hoping to paint more - she got a studio three years, saying it was the best thing she ever did and is aiming to do more collaborations, either with venues or other galleries. Beyond the art world she enjoys platform diving at Ponds Forge and spending time with her family.

Spending time with Karen it is clear to see she is very humbled about reaching this significant milestone and is extremely passionate about the work she displays.

“I’ve made every mistake in the book.

I give business advice now – I can tell people what not to do!” concludes Karen. “To say it hasn’t been an easy ride is the understatement of the year. But I’m still here. I’ve shown work from all four corners of the globe, I’ve shown local talent, I’ve shown people who have gone on to do really well... Sometimes you’ve just got to keep going.“ She’s certainly done something right.

We’ll raise a glass to that… and maybe have a slice of that cake too.

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Get your bathroom ready for when you return from hospital After a stay in hospital, it’s wonderful to hear the words “you can go home”. But if your physical needs have changed, it’s important that you can live at home safely and without any struggle. This might mean organising equipment or renovations before you come home.

At AHM Installations we are used to installing bathrooms for people coming home from hospital. Here’s our guide to getting it right: • Take note of what the professionals say. A doctor, nurse or occupational therapist may recommend what activities you need help with. For example, if you need a walking frame or wheelchair, as your bathroom supplier we’d need to know what size it is.

• Know the difference between independent and assisted bathing. If your goal is to remain independent, we’d need to know whether you can sit down and stand up unaided, and how your mobility is likely to change over time. If a carer is going to help, then products such as bath-lifts may need to be considered.

• Ask a family member or close friend to help. Take the pressure off and involve someone you trust in making the decisions.

• Use a bathroom company you can trust. Some companies focus on selling bathroom products without understanding your needs. At AHM our priority is quality of life – we think there’s no point having a product unless it makes things safer and easier for you.

AHM has installed thousands of accessible bathrooms over the last 20 years, so we know how to make bathrooms safe and stylish whatever your budget. We believe everyone should have access to safe, affordable bathing.

You’re welcome to call us on 0114 358 2320 just for advice – there’s always someone at the end of the phone. We offer a Price Match Guarantee and discounts for military veterans and for those with dementia. www.ahminstallations.co.uk

Challenge raises almost £1,000 The pupils of Bradfield Dungworth Primary School have been busy with the Parents & Friends Association Fundraising Challenge - Let’s get Walking!

The challenge is for each ‘house’ at school to walk or run the distance from John O’Groats to Land’s End. The total distance to travel the whole length between the two extremities is 874 miles - thats a long way for little legs! The children have totted up their weekly mileage and have been watching the flags in house colours move across the map of the UK as they have collected sponsorship and mileage.

Due to Covid, the usual fundraising activities have not been possible so the PFA have looked for other ideas to involve the school community and raise funds to purchase new tablets and IT equipment for the children to use in lessons.

If you would like to sponsor the children on this epic journey please visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/lets-getwalking

Jessica’s bid Current Miss Sheffield, Jessica Jones will be competing in the Miss Great Britain event, which will be held in Leicester in September.

This is the second time the 26-year-old qualified nurse has represented the city in the competition and she will be hoping to make a favourable impression with the judges.

“I am currently raising money for Cancer Research UK, which is a charity close to my heart as my dad has just got all clear, and Alex’s Wish, which helps children with muscular dystrophy,” she said. “If anyone could donate that would be fantastic.You can do so at https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/JessicaJones69 and I am also for more exposure with events and interviews. It all goes to helping me hopefully bring the crown back to Sheffield.”

Not Just a Shop

Welcome to my office Views from the roofs of S6

Not Just a Shop, based at 16a Holme Lane, is a charity shop providing training and retail work experience for young adults (19+) with learning difficulties.

The idea for the shop came about due to the frustration and hard work of Karen Pemberton, who has a daughter with Downs Syndrome and not having anywhere to turn to after leaving mainstream education.

Karen is currently looking for suitable volunteers who can offer support to her students and somewhere that has the facility to store donations.

If you would like further information or would like to request a application form, go to their Facebook page, Not Just a Shop, and they will post one out. Or you could telephone 0114 232 1951 or call in to pick one up.

Simon Slater of Slaters Aerial Services has a different ‘office view’ to most of us – a rooftop vista of Sheffield. But can you guess where exactly he was when he took this photograph?

Follow @SlatersAerials on Twitter – the answer will be revealed at the end of each month. Last month, did you spot that Simon was on Vainor Road.

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All Aspects of roofing work undertaken New Roofs, re-roofs, stone slate roofing, repairs and maintenance to your existing roof, flat-roofing-dormer, bay, garage etc VELUX ROOF WINDOWS INSTALLED & SUN PIPES

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ECO SOFAS Don’t Buy New!

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• Extensions • Plans Drawn to Completion • Roofing specialists • New • Overhaul • GRP • Guttering • PVCu or Traditional Wooden • Velux & Dormer Windows • Structural Internal Alterations NO JOB • Loft & Garage Conversions TOO • PVCu Doors & Windows SMALL • Complete Bathroom Refurbishment • Plastering & Joinery Works Call For a FREE No Obligation Quotation

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For more information and to arrange your free estimate call

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161 Rutland Rd, Sheffield S3 9PP www.keithsimpsonsofas.co.uk

Tufts Carpet Specialists Established 1996

Tufts Carpet Specialists are a well known carpet and flooring company in Hillsborough.

We boast a superb reputation from supplying and fitting exquisite flooring at competitive prices.

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WALKLEY

Take a walk on the wild side WITH PLENTY OF AMENITIES AND CLOSE PROXIMITY TO THE COUNTRYSIDE, THE SUBURBS OF CROOKES AND WALKLEY OFFER THE BEST OF EVERYTHING, WRITES LUCY JAMES. ravel west for around a mile and a half from Sheffield city centre and you will find the neighbouring suburbs Crookes and Walkley situated on a large hill which gives breathtaking views of Sheffield.

The popular suburbs border Broomhill and Crookesmoor to the south and east, and stunning countryside to the north with the Peak District being located nearby. Both suburbs were recently listed in White and Company’s best places to live in Sheffield.

Crookes is known for being one of the most social and convenient student locations in the city with it being located around a 15-minute walk away from the university campus giving the area diversity and a real buzz. Walkley on the

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other hand is more popular amongst professionals and families due its convenient location, great views of the city and countryside to the north and all of the fantastic amenities that the suburb has to offer.

To add to all of Crookes’ and Walkley’s positives, recent figures show that the average house price in the area is £178,922; not only is this incredibly cheap for a home in Sheffield, but it is even below the national average!

What is there?

Each of the neighbouring suburbs are known for their abundance of amenities and the convenient location of being just a 20-minute walk away from the city centre; residents of Crookes and Walkley will never have far to go to get all of their essentials.

Making the area perfect for families and professionals as well as students, there is a variety of nearby schools, hospitals, doctor’s surgeries, and supermarkets and they are all located less than a 20-minute walk away, or a five-minute drive. If that is not enough to get you thinking that Crookes’ and Walkley’s locations are perfect, then the area also has plenty of parks, a leisure centre, pubs and clubs, a museum, and there is even a BMX track nearby.

Crookes is also the home to the famous indie pop band ‘The Crookes’ which often leads to fans of the band touring the area.

With the areas being so popular amongst students and families, it goes without saying that there is an abundance of attractions and things to do nearby.

Here is a list of just some of the things that Crookes and Walkley have to offer to keep you busy and having fun.

Things to do: BoleHill BMX track

If you are a bit of an adrenaline junkie, then just a six-minute walk away in Walkley is Bolehills BMX track. This full-size track has jumps ranging from small and simple all the way up to some trails, this is the perfect spot for practicing your skills or learning something new.

Weston Park Museum

Just an 18-minute walk away from Crookes, and one mile from Sheffield

city centre is Weston Park Museum. The museum is Sheffield’s largest with it being housed inside a Grade II listed building; the building itself is something spectacular to look at. Inside is a range of interesting and diverse artefacts and exhibitions which change frequently; it is definitely somewhere to visit more than once and what is even better is that it is free entry to all.

Crookes Valley Park

Situated next to Weston Park Museum is Crookes Valley Park, one of Sheffield’s most popular parks in the summer months. The park has a 60ft deep lake, a peaceful spot to sit beside and take a breather. The park is great for sporting activities and even has a safe children’s play area.

Rivelin Valley Nature Trail

A five-minute drive away, or a 22-minute walk away is the Rivelin Valley Nature and Heritage Trail. The trail is walk through mostly woodlands with

footpaths which do not permit bicycles, but it is a stunning location to get back to nature whether you want a peaceful walk alone, or if you are taking the kids out for a run around; it is an enjoyable experience for everyone.

As you follow the trail you will see a wide variety of plants and animals, and even historical and archaeological remains from 20 watermills and 21 mill dams. These remains impressively date back to the 16th and 19th centuries with them playing a large role in the steel industry of Sheffield, making the trail a must-do thing for anyone who is interested in Sheffield’s history.

The Peak District

Seventeen minutes away by car is the Peak District’s Redmires Reservoirs.

Redmires is home to three reservoirs and has a popular walking route which passes through woodland. This is the best and closest spot for people living in Crookes and Walkley who like wildlife with many people who have visited the area mentioning the numbers of wild birds and waders here.

This walk is one of many free reservoir walks based in the Peak district and made accessible by Yorkshire Water. Only a few more minutes away is more of the peak district’s walks which guarantee you walks that can suit any ability from a gentle stroll to an adventurous scramble.Yorkshire Water has made the free walking routes downloadable on their website.

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Elektric Dreamz and B’Beautiful Lashes and Beauty This stylish salon on Howard Road has been established for over 21 years.

They have Elektric Dreamz tanning booths with both horizontal and vertical tubes. All beds were re-tubed upon reopening. They also offer Crazy Angel express development spray tans as well as a range of other beauty treatments.

Classic and Russian lashes and lash lifts are a speciality and B’Beautiful Lashes have over ten years’ experience in this area.You can ring Lisa on 0114 233 5511 to find out more or make an appointment.

173-175 Howard Road, S6 3RU / Tel: 0114 233 5511

Beeches of Walkley If you decided to swerve the supermarket and support your local independent businesses, Beeches of Walkley has all your food needs covered.

They stock a good selection of fruit and vegetable boxes, have an extensive butcher and deli counter and offer a large range of groceries that includes everything from bread, biscuits and cake to beer, cider and cordials.

Owners Chris and Donna Beech also offer a collection and delivery service. The latter is free if you live within a threemile radius or £2.50 if you live 3-6 miles away.

Call 0114 234 0066 or 07900 588 820 to find out more.

296, 290 South Road,Walkley, Sheffield, S6 3TE www.beechesofwalkley.co.uk

jewellers and gemmologists rather than salespeople so you can come in for a browse and chat without feeling pressured to buy.

PA Jewellery’s unsurpassed level of expertise combined with a policy of fair pricing, mean 1000s of happy customers wouldn’t think of buying jewellery anywhere else.

So simple repair or important gemstone, £5 or £50,000 you can be sure of the finest service and a warm welcome with no obligation.

The Old Bank, 23 Commonside, Sheffield, S10 1GD Tel: 0114 266 9253 / www.pajewellery.com

Vito’s It’s 30 years since Vito’s first wowed lovers of good Italian food – and to celebrate the milestone, there’s an exciting new menu featuring some long-time favourites as well as a few you haven’t yet tried.

The menu at Vito’s is built around dishes that have stood the test of time such as tempting pasta dishes, (and reputedly the best pizza in Sheffield) fresh meat and seafood, alongside those expertly made from some less familiar ingredients such as fresh white truffle, Nduja, burrata or caponata, many of them sourced direct from Italy by Vito personally.

284 South Road, Sheffield, S6 3TE Tel: 0114 233 3574 / www.vitos.org.uk

BEECHES of

WALKLEY

Four Rooms …not only antiques.

Walkley’s antiques emporium is a treasure trove of carefully curated items. Owners and collectors Victoria and Shaun are keen to highlight the importance of reusing items.You’re guaranteed to find the perfect preloved piece as a gift for you or for your home here.

Be sure to pop in and say hello.

192-194 Howard Road, Sheffield, S6 3RX Email: fourroomsantiques@gmail.com Facebook: Four Rooms Antiques

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You can now shop at Beeches of Walkley Online You can order many of our most popular products online, for either collection or delivery.

Our minimum order value for online orders is £20.00.

We offer free delivery up to 3 miles from our Walkley shop

0114 234 0066 or 07900 588 820 www.beechesofwalkley.co.uk

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FOUR ROOMS

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Looking for a great, unique gift for someone special or for yourself?

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We have a great selection at affordable prices Come and see us soon!

Open: Wed - Sat 11am - 5pm Sunday 11am - 4pm

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ELEKTRIC DREAMZ TANNING SPRAY TAN £15 for one or 2 for £25 SUNBED OFFER £50 course for £45 £22.50 course for £20*

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B’Beautiful Beauty & Lash Bar Spend £25 or over on a single treatment & receive £5 off*

173 -175 Howard Road Walkley S6 3RU Tel: 01142335511

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BEER GARDENS

Take it outside DISCOVER SOME OF NORTH SHEFFIELD’S BEST BEER GARDENS.

The Shoulder of Mutton

The Walkley Cottage

This traditional pub sits on the edge of the countryside and is the perfect spot for a pint, a pie and much more.

There’s something different every day at The Shoulder. An Early Bird menu is served Monday to Saturday 12-5pm (129pm Mondays) where you can choose two specially selected meals for just £10.95). Tuesday is burger night and Wednesday is pie night. On Thursday you can take part in the weekly quiz and then start the weekend on Friday with ‘Fish & Fizz’. Saturday is grill night and don’t miss their fabulous roast on Sunday.

Dogs are allowed in the bar area and The Shoulder is also a favourite with walkers - muddy boots are welcome!

There’s also a function room and a variety of buffet options if you’re planning a celebration.

Matthew Begley took over The Walkley Cottage at the end of 2020 and after numerous pandemic-related delays, he’s finally starting to make his mark on the cosy, traditional pub.

As well as the good selection of beers, wines and spirits on offer, including some local tipples, food is proving to be a big hit with customers. The hearty pub grub includes dishes such as roast loin of beef, nachos topped with sour cream, guacamole and BBQ pulled pork, and slow cooked braised lamb shank.

If the weather’s kind, there’s plenty of outdoor seating to the front and rear of the pub.

Keep an eye on their Facebook page (thewalkleycottage) for upcoming events, including charity quiz nights and live music.

19 Top Road,Worrall, Sheffield S35 0AQ Tel: 0114 286 4733 / www.theshoulderofmuttonpub.co.uk

46 Bole Hill Road, Sheffield S6 5DD Tel: 0114 234 4968

Wortley Arms The Wortley Arms has an extensive outdoor area, perfect for drinking and dining.

The popular pub, which serves local cask ales and unfussy modern brasserie dishes in a Georgian pub with oak paneling and beams, will be open Thursdays 3-10pm (food 3-8pm), Fridays and Saturdays 12-10pm (food 12-8pm), and Sundays 12-8pm (food 12-5pm). Gluten-free, vegetarian and special dietary requirements are all catered for.

Bookings can be made by email enquiries@wortleyarms.co.uk or by calling 0114 288 8749.

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THE WORTLEY ARMS

HALIFAX ROAD, WORTLEY, SHEFFIELD S35 7DB Tel: 0114 288 8749 enquiries@wortley-arms.co.uk

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S&J’s PANTRY Traditional, Local, Artisan, & Fairly Traded Produce

Artisan cheeses from all areas Choose from 80 different varieties, many regional Delicious top selling Potters of Barnsley pies and Longley Farm yogurts

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Two large family friendly beer gardens to enjoy this Summer Family friendly Sunday Roast served every Sunday from 12 Grill nights starting 9th July every Friday & Saturday nights 6pm till 9pm. Bookings essential To book call 0114 234 4968 Open Every Day 12pm -10pm 48 Bole Hill Road, Sheffield S6 5DD

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Well at some point you’re going to get hungry. When that time comes Helen and her team are here to help.

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Pop down to Tanzone for great reductions on selected cream lines throughout August, with up to £10 off per bottle We are still practising and following the government guidelines to ensure your tanning experience can be as safe as possible.

Don’t forget you can now book you sessions on line with the Tanzone app. Call in and enquire how.

All beds were re tubed prior to lockdown with the industry leading tubes.

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PROMOTION

From here to eternity PA JEWELLERY’S EXPERTS CAN HELP YOU CHOOSE THE RIGHT RING. f you’re celebrating a wedding anniversary, an eternity ring may be the ideal way to mark the special occasion. There are many styles to choose from, but narrowing them down is more straightforward if you consider some key aspects first…

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Where am I going to wear it?

This might seem like a strange question, but it is worth thinking about, especially if you’re planning to wear your eternity ring alongside an existing wedding and/or engagement ring, as you may choose something that will complement these. If your existing bands are set with diamonds, then you may prefer to choose a setting that matches.

If your rings have plain bands then their shape may still influence your choice. The setting may mean that a flatter style will sit more neatly, or for a twist design you might prefer an eternity ring that is shaped to fit. There are many curved, crossover or wishbone styles available but if nothing is quite right then our workshop can create a bespoke piece to sit perfectly.

Do I want a full or half eternity band?

Most designs are available either half or fully set with diamonds.You should choose the design that you like, but there are practical aspects worth considering. Full eternity rings are normally unsuitable for resizing, so if your finger alters you could need to have the ring remade.With half eternity rings minor alterations are usually possible.

An advantage of full eternity designs is that if your rings tend to spin, they allow you to be confident that your sparkling diamonds will always be visible. However, having diamonds around the whole band means that there will always be settings exposed to knocks from every shopping bag, steering wheel or door handle you touch. This increases the risk of damage and means settings may wear out more quickly, so you should anticipate more upkeep over the lifetime of the ring.

Do I want to add some colour?

While most customers opt for classic diamonds in their eternity band, some

choose to incorporate coloured gemstones. This could be to match an existing ring, celebrate a special anniversary or simply to add some colour. Sapphires and rubies are the most popular choices, and their durability makes them a practical option. Other gemstones may also be used; our jewellers can talk you through the options.

It is often best to try lots of styles on and see what you like. Our jewellers are happy to talk you through the different options and offer advice on what will work best for you. We have an extensive range of eternity rings in different styles available for you to try in our showroom; you can browse a selection of these on our website too.

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ACCESSORIES

Multi task

This practical Chaves multi-functional table/desk quickly transforms from a stylish coffee table to a low desk or dinette table, perfect for working from home or dining. When open, the lower table makes a useful storage space. There is also a handy drawer at each end of the table. There are two sizes and both are available in a range of wood finishes, as well as a wide selection of matt or gloss lacquer colours, with the possibility of choosing a hard-wearing ceramic top. £860 from Go Modern Furniture. www.gomodern.co.uk

MAKE YOUR ROOMS HAVE MANY USES WITH THESE QUIRKY IDEAS FOR THE HOME. s staying at home and working from home has become an everyday part of our lives, multifunctional spaces are beginning to become more important to people.

Spaces that people can work, work out, eat, sleep and chill but not have to do it in the one spot have become popular. Multifunctional spaces that can transform from one space into another in seconds are ideal for this.We have selected here the best multifunctional spaces and ideas.

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Your home office must be comfortable functional, but also reflect a unique ambiance of productivity and creativity. Make sure you use some incredible storage solutions, such as Essential Home’s Blake shelf, unique office furniture pieces to match, like the Collins chair and Lasdun Desk. In Covet Valley’s new lookbook, you will find room by room, same space, different products, materials, colors, and finishes to help you designed each interior to be unique. From Essential Home. www.essentialhome.eu 42 www.rmcmedia.co.uk

A luxurious Heather office chair in cream boucle is sure to add a stylish flare to your office or home study. The plush boucle body hugs the contours of the body, and with wheels that are ideal for easy movement, making this chair the most comfortable suit for any long working days. Choose from both brass and chrome legs against the elegant scandinavian design in velvet upholstery and watch your home study flourish. £149 from Cult Furniture. www.cultfurniture.com

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This Yukon desk/sideboard is cleverly designed as a beautiful sideboard with extendable top as a desk. Featuring high gloss white panels and contrasting oak effect veneered frame, the sideboard has two drawers, two cupboards and one extra central shelf. The desk top slides open smoothly, revealing three more compartments for convenient storage. £195.99 from DaAl’s. www.daals.co.uk

Bring the outdoors in, courtesy of Dobbies. Plant pots - Eddy pot round five assorted £9.99; Lizzy round pot five assorted £7.99; Helen pot five assorted £6.99; Tunis pot four assorted £14.99; Nella face pot in white from £9.99; Nick face pot in green £4.99; Orchid rib pot ivory £4.49; Herringbone egg pot £69.99. Frames Cambourne black photo frames, 5x7 £10, 4x6 £7.50. Plants on shelves - Pilea Peperomioides, £14.99; Fern mix £8.99; Dypsis Lutescens £6.99; Aglaonema speciality mix £24.99. Plants on desk - Ficus Elastica mix £8.99; Succulent poker mix, £6.49; Alocasia sarian in cocoz pot £69.99. www.dobbies.com

We’ve all been looking to make the most of our available space to accommodate a home office or work area. This Shaker In Dove Home Office Range, from Sharps, The Home Collection, can fit in the smallest of spaces but can still meet all your home-working needs. From £1,500. www.sharps.co.uk

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PROMOTION

The right support ACTION TUTORING BELIEVE EVERY PUPIL CAN REACH THEIR POTENTIAL. new academic year is on the horizon but what will this bring for the pupils who have lost many hours of learning due to the pandemic? There’s talk of letting teachers know which topics will come up on exam papers ahead of assessments and others suggesting extending the school day. All this cost to learning and opportunity is being felt the most by pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Even with such uncertainty about the best way forward, we do know that tutoring works to help pupils fulfil their academic potential.The progress pupils can make when they work with a tutor and just one or two other children is immense.

At Action Tutoring, we believe that every pupil can reach their potential, given the right support – and that family background shouldn’t be a barrier to accessing this. We’ve worked in primary and secondary schools across Sheffield since 2014 to give pupils that boost in

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maths and English – the key subjects for accessing more learning and future opportunities. The groups are small and the sessions aimed specifically at pupils’ individual needs. As a Programme Coordinator in the area, I help recruit, train and develop our volunteer tutors; some tutor online and some have now returned to tutoring in person in schools.

It has been a joy to watch the children develop their confidence and skills, and the buzz the tutors get from helping these young people is like no other!

Our tutors range from 18 to 84 years old and come from a variety of backgrounds. Each one has their own experience to bring to the role. Why not volunteer with us in the autumn? You don’t need to have done any tutoring before. If you are interested in being part of something amazing for just an hour a week, then please contact me!

Tel: 0203 872 5894 Email: volunteer@actiontutoring.org.uk www.actiontutoring.org.uk

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PROMOTION

Check your vision GET YOUR CHILDREN READY FOR THEIR RETURN TO SCHOOL WITH AN EYE EXAMINATION AT MARTYN KEMP OPTICIANS. s you begin to prepare for your child heading back to school in September, have you thought about booking them an eye examination?

Children have spent a considerable amount of time indoors over the last year between various lockdowns and home-schooling, meaning a lot more time in front of screens and focusing on near objects. This increase in time spent indoors and on digital devices could contribute to vision problems such as eye strain and myopia and have an impact on sleep and overall function.

Regular eye examinations are important, as not only do our optometrists check your vision for changes in prescription, but also assess the health of the eye including the macular and retina. A child can have an eye examination from any age, however from school age is a more than suitable

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time for an eye exam unless there are concerns about your child’s vision at a younger age.

Children under 16 are entitled to an NHS eye examination each year, unless advised differently by the optometrist.

It can be difficult to know whether your child is having problems with their vision, especially when they are young.

Here are a few signs that parents and teachers can look out for that may indicate changes or problems with vision.

• Sitting too close to the TV • Squinting to focus • Finding concentrating in school difficult

Contact Martyn Kemp Opticians for more information about eye examinations and glasses for children.

Call 0114 288 2287, email stocksbridge@mko.co.uk or visit www.mko.co.uk

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FASHION

Sail away this summer WHETHER YOU’RE DRESSING UP OR DRESSING DOWN, THESE STYLISH PURCHASES ARE PERFECT FOR THE SEASON.

RIGHT: Summer styles by Monari and in store and online at Sister, 409 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield, S11 8PG. Tel: 0114 267 1330. www.sisteronline.co.uk

Barkes ‘Berry’ Derby shoe in Terra Suede £295. Charles Brooks Shoes, 241 Fulwood Road, Sheffield, S10 3BA. Tel: 0114 268 0590. www.charlesbrooksshoes.co.uk

Veni Infantino, by Ronald Joyce, in store at New Image, 227 Middlewood Road, Sheffield, S6 4HD. Tel: 0114 234 4880. www.new-image.co.uk

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FASHION

Summer collections now in store and online at Harpers Fashion. harpersfashion.com

Get Summer '21 ready with this pale blue polka dot midi dress priced at £42. Blanc, 177 Chatsworth Road, Chesterfield, S40 2BA. www.blancouture.co.uk

Dressing for a special occasion. Check out stylish examples from Condici. https://condici.com

New Luisa Cerano styles, available at Izzi of Baslow, Radcliffe House, Cock Hill, Baslow DE45 1SR. Tel: 01246 582500. www.izziofbaslow.com

Thom Browne matte black oval-frame sunglasses £605 (top); Fendi Mon Tresor mini yellow crochet bucket bag £1,290. Available from Harvey Nichols. www.harveynichols.com

‘Dobby’ swimsuit £59 from The White Company. www.thewhitecompany.com

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BEAUTY

ESPA Positivity Pulse Point Oil, 9ml, £21 ESPA’s Positivity Pulse Point Oil is a portable “pick-me-up”, allowing you to carry wellness in your handbag. Apply on your pulse points and inhale the aroma, for an instant uplift throughout the day. It’s the perfect size to carry wherever you go.

Sisley Restorative Hand Cream, 75ml, £68 Nourish, restore and protect your hands, nails and cuticles with the Restorative Hand Cream from Sisley. The luxurious formula is enriched with plant-base sugar, chestnut extract and biosaccharide solution to help aide skin hydration. This is one handy product you’ll be reaching in your bag for, all year round.

Sarah Chapman Glow, 50ml, £64 Indulge in a spa-like experience in the comfort of your home with Sarah Chapman’s Glow Illuminating Elixir. Formulated to protect the skin from UV and blue light pollution, this illuminating serum promotes a healthier and more glowing complexion.

Foreo Luna 3 Plus For Sensitive Skin, £219 The realm of facial fitness has grown largely over the past couple of years and one front runner product is the Foreo Luna. Guaranteed to deliver the ultimate cleanse without being harsh on your skin, this new-and-improved tool now includes 8 thermal touchpoints to help melt away impurities, and uses targeted microcurrent technology to lift, firm and tighten your skin.

Beauty wellness GIVE YOURSELF A DAILY LIFT WITH OUR EDIT OF WELLNESS BEAUTY FROM HARVEY NICHOLS. FEATURING LUXURIOUS LIP BALMS, ILLUMINATING SERUMS AND NIGHT-TIME MUST-HAVES, THIS MOOD-BOOSTING COLLECTION WILL ENHANCE YOUR WELLBEING AND SOOTHE YOUR BODY AND SOUL. Slip Silk Sleep Mask, £50 Ensure you have a soft and comfortable night’s sleep with this Silk Sleep Mask from Slip. The thick, soft and durable mask helps to reduce creases and keeps the skin looking young. Crafted with an outer layer, pure silk filler and internal liner, the silk mask provides a comfortable night’s sleep.

Harvey Nichols Wellness Hamper, £200 Soothe the body and soul with the Harvey Nichols Wellness Hamper. Featuring the ultimate in self-care, this collection of products has been hand-picked by our beauty experts to enhance wellbeing and ensure a restful moment of calm.

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BEAUTY

This Works Sleep Plus+ Pillow Spray, 75ml, £29 The Sleep Plus+ Pillow Spray from This Works is your one way ticket to a restful night’s sleep.

Improving on the bestselling formula, Sleep Plus+ has been created to offer an even more intense aromatherapy experience. Harnessing the power of microencapsulation technology allows for a motion-activated delivery of the sleep fragrance throughout the night. Each time a restless sleeper moves, the fragrance is released with the same levels of potency, helping you to have a longer and more restful night’s sleep.

La Mer The Lip Balm, £52 Transform your lips with The Lip Balm from La Mer. The velveteen balm has a hint of mint to calm, restore and condition your lips with the most tender touch. Helping to soften dryness, by nourishing, restoring and supporting the skin’s natural moisture barrier to help prevent the appearance of further environmental damage.

111Skin Sub Zero De-Puffing Energy Facial Mask, £20 Formulated to help overcome the physical effects caused by stress and fatigue, 111Skin’s twopiece Seb Zero De-Puffing Energy Facial Mask transforms dull and lacklustre skin to appear more toned, treated and fully energised.

Sunday Riley Luna Sleeping Night Oil, 15ml, £45 Looking to improve the signs of aging? Achieve visibly younger looking skin overnight with Sunday Riley’s Luna Sleeping Night Oil. The overnight oil is packed with trans-retinoic acid which reduces the appearance of pores and wrinkles, so that skin appears visibly youthful and luminous in the morning.

Charlotte Tilbury Charlotte’s Magic Cream Moisturiser SPF15, 50ml, £75 Formulated by celebrity makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury, Charlotte’s Magic Cream Containing hyaluronic acid, vitamins C and E, aloe vera, shea butter, are combined to brighten and even the skin tone while nourishing, softening and toning your complexion.

Pixi In-Shower Steam Facial 135ml, £18 This In-Shower Steam Facial from Pixi transforms gel into oil when massaged onto skin to nourish and deeply cleanse. The self-heating action opens pores to improve the effects of this detoxifying and revitalising mask. Your skin will be left feeling beautifully soft, balances and toned.

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Your Family Funeral Directors For over 80 years

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In Your Time Of Need • A Personal Family Service At All Times Martyn Askew Director of Funeral Services

63 year old Martyn has been in the funeral industry for 50 years so you could say… “he knows what he’s doing”, some of his friends may in jest say “really”?. However I can assure you that when it comes to caring for people, Martyn is the man for the job.

When you first meet Martyn you will immediately notice just how tall he is, a lofty 6ft 7 inches. A formidable character indeed, however you will feel completely at ease with Martyn as he guides you through the process of dealing with your affairs when it comes to arranging a funeral for your loved one.

Those 50 years’ experience has taught Martyn all he needs to know about every aspect of procedures from caring for the deceased to conducting a funeral and so much more which, ultimately will give you the confidence you need to face one of the most challenging times of your life.

From your first meeting to the final handshake, Martyn will look after you and your family. He is trustworthy, kind, caring and honest and this is the feeling you get upon meeting him. Martyn is passionate about caring for people and the only other profession he could possibly have taken up is one of a priest…….or a basket ball player!

Now the manager of G&M Lunts Ltd he oversees every aspect of the funeral home and has a wonderful team by his side, all of whom are caring, compassionate people putting your needs first. *written by a colleague and a friend

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TRAVEL

Do the Strand LONDON WAS CALLING TO RICHARD ABBEY WHO FOUND THE PERFECT BASE FROM WHICH TO EXPLORE ON A RECENT VISIT TO THE CAPITAL. Image © Photos.London

tepping off the train at King’s Cross you could sense almost immediately that London has not quite returned to ‘normal’.

Regardless of the time of day you expect to walk into a packed concourse before hustling your way to the tube to get to wherever you need to go, but there was none of that. It was much more sedate, relaxed even.

Of course this is not necessarily a bad thing and makes it a great time to explore the capital before the long haul flights begin to disembark onto its streets once again.

A late morning tube ride to Covent Garden was both short and quiet and on, exiting the station, full of surprises.

Again it was distinctly less busy and seems to have undergone a bit of a transformation since my last visit. The market is still the hub (the street performers are still there) but the streets around this seem to have been elevated to another level. Many of them have

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been pedestrianised while garlands of flowers and lights suspended across these thoroughfares have added character and charm. Bars, restaurants and cafes now spill out on to walkways and squares to create a continental style atmosphere and with the addition of new shopping and dining areas such as The Yards and the Seven Dials Market, Covent Garden feels alive once again.

The base for our short stay was just a stone’s throw from Covent Garden and is a landmark itself, being part of the London skyline for over 112 years and

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steeped in history and heritage. Strand Palace has recently undergone a two-year multimillion-pound refurbishment that has seen the renovation of all 785 bedrooms, public areas, and a brand-new restaurant and bar refurbished with a modern art-deco inspired interior design.

We stayed in two deluxe king rooms, linked by an adjoining door, which offered plenty of space for the four of us as well as comforts including Hypnos mattresses, air conditioning, free high speed wi-fi, Nespresso® coffee machine, complimentary fully stocked minibar and

The Strand Palace Hotel

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TRAVEL

LEFT: Covent Garden Image © Jjfarquitectos-123RF.COM BELOW: Haxells Restaurant and Bar at the Strand Palace Hotel

ABOVE (L-R): Explore The National Gallery; The Queen Elizabeth Great Court at the British Museum. Images © Photos.London

large HD TV. It was the perfect place to relax after a day exploring the capital.

Breakfast was included in our stay and was served each morning in the Haxells Restaurant & Bar. There was a good choice of hot and cold food as well as fruit juices, tea and coffee - my children particularly enjoyed the American-style pancakes lavishly smothered in maple syrup.

Haxells is also open for lunch, afternoon tea and dinner with a passion for provenance and a focus on impeccably sourced, top-quality ingredients. The menu is full of modern British dishes such as the Haxells burger, superfood salad, Hawaiian salmon poke bowl and to finish, chocolate cake with honeycomb ice cream.

As comfortable as it is inside, it’s the location that really sells Strand Palace with many of the capital’s world-famous sights and attractions, including St. Paul’s Cathedral,Trafalgar Square, the London Eye, and the River Thames, on its doorstep.You’re also in the heart of theatreland and Soho, home to some of the London’s hottest nightlife spots, is less

than a 15-minute walk from the hotel.

We’d pre-booked tickets for the lastminute.com London Eye and made the most of the glorious weather with a gentle stroll through Trafalgar Square, St James Park and Parliament Square before crossing Westminster Bridge to its location on the Southbank. Entry was well organised (and safe) as you’d expect and after a short queue we climbed to a height of 135m for unrivalled views over the city. Each pod had limited numbers we shared with one other family - so there was plenty of room to distance but still enjoy the sights without getting in each other’s way.

After hitting the heights we enjoyed a long stroll down the Southbank, which has developed into a real foodie destination. There are shipping containers, vans and trucks, all with plenty of seating and all serving food and drink, as well as recognised restaurants and cafes. Gabriel’s Wharf, just next to the OXO building, even had a beach bar. We walked on to the Tate Modern before crossing the Thames to St Paul’s Cathedral and back along Fleet

Street and The Strand, via Somerset House, to the hotel.

During our stay we also visited the British Museum and the National Gallery, which are both free to enter but, due to Covid restrictions, tickets must be booked in advance. The former, again a short walk from the hotel, is home to two million years of world history and culture and is worth the admission alone for the Queen Elizabeth II Great Court, the largest covered square in Europe.

Our whistlestop tour of the National Gallery took in paintings from the likes of Johannes Vermeer, Paul Cézanne, Claude Monet and Vincent Van Gogh amongst others.

No trip to London is complete without a spot of shopping; Oxford Street and Regent Street cover all bases and were some of the busiest places we visited but again Covent Garden, and particularly the area around Seven Dials, came out on top with a good selection of independent stores as well as some well known high street favourites.

On the evidence of this visit, it shows that the return to ‘normal’ is definitely well on it’s way; after almost 18 months of Covid restrictions, our recent family trip was one of our first opportunities to get away and I’ll be honest, it felt fantastic.

Prices at the Strand Palace Hotel start from £106 per room, per night.

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MOTORING

Looking to the future

Look sharp THERE’S NEW LOOKS AND MORE IN THIS MONTH’S MOTORING ROUND-UP.

Raising the bar The new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé is a car that delivers on so many fronts, combining sporting elegance with driving pleasure and, with five full-size seats, a roomy cabin and a versatile luggage area.

BMW has really raised the bar; like its recently updated BMW 4 Series siblings, the third body variant in the range adopts the brand’s new design language, along with a refined premium ambience in the cabin and a wide array of innovations in the areas of control/operation and connectivity.

Four doors, five full-size seats, a large wide-opening boot and a versatile luggage compartment also ensures the new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé retains its characteristic strengths in both everyday driving and on longer trips.

A trio of petrol engines will be available along with a choice of rear-wheel drive or xDrive diesel models.

It will be launched in November and is priced from £40,465 OTR.

Stiff competition Based on a brand new platform, the new Nissan Qashqai succeeds in reconciling the challenging customer demands in terms of design, spaciousness, dynamics and carbon footprint.

A stiffer bodyshell and reworked steering are just two notable changes to the Qashqai which will be available with with two different powertrain options, a 1.3-litre petrol with mild hybrid, which is offered with two outputs.

The 12V ALiS (Advanced Lithium-ion battery System) mild hybrid system provides torque assist, extended idle stop, quick restart and coasting stop (Xtronic only), with improvements to both fuel economy and CO2 output.

After its initial introduction, Qashqai will be offered with the innovative e-POWER powertrain, which brings the well-known advantages of an EV, such as linear, effortless acceleration and refined performance, without consideration for recharging.

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Kia’s popular Sportage has been given a facelift - the fifthgeneration model looks to the future with a sleek yet muscular and modern exterior design whilst the cutting-edge interior blends ergonomic layout and the latest tech innovations to create an inspiring space.

Revealed earlier this year to great acclaim from the design community, Kia’s new design philosophy – Opposites United – is at the core of the all-new Sportage, influencing every aspect of its appearance and character. These principles will influence all future Kia designs, giving them the same basic DNA. The interior really impresses too with a panoramic curved display, which forms the nucleus of the Sportage’s bold but sophisticated cabin. The high-tech touchscreen pad along with the advanced integrated controller act as the nerve centre for driver and passenger connectivity, functionality and usability needs. Both systems have been created to be easy-to-use, highly intuitive and soft to touch.

It will be released in the UK in September.

Rally inspiration Looking for something small, nippy and affordable? Well, Hyundai’s all-new i20 N delivers World Rally Championshipinspired styling and performance from just £24,995.

It builds on the strengths of the company’s renowned, performance focussed N brand and the success of the recently launched all new i20.

The i20 N blends prodigious power, pin-sharp handling and an immersive driving experience with motorsport-inspired styling, cutting edge connect and infotainment technology and advanced safety features into a practical, five-door hatchback format perfect for every day driving.

Performance comes courtesy of a new generation 1.6 T-GDi turbocharged flat power four-cylinder engine, which produces 204PS and 275 Nm of torque. Hyundai’s advanced flat power technology delivers more torque and power at lower engine revs to effortlessly utilise more of the engine’s potential in everyday driving situations.

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