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Sixer THE QUALITY MAGAZINE FOR NORTH SHEFFIELD

christmas special!

Markets Illuminations Decorations Gift Guide

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christmas tree festival Enter into the spirit of Christmas at Sheffield Cathedral See page 11

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CONTENTS

32 Christmas Gift Guide

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Get inspiration from the independents this festive season

Check out the region’s Christmas markets

38 The Diary

Our monthly round-up of what’s happening in your area

40 Seasonal shopping

Embrace the spirit of Christmas at one the region’s many festive markets. We look at some of the best – and some further afield

52 Eating Out

We visit the newly-refurbished Horse & Jockey

58 Motoring

The Range Rover catches the eye in this month’s motoring round-up

elcome to the packed December edition of Sixer.

This is our Christmas edition and we have gone full on festive with seasonal markets, a gift guide, where to visit stunning illuminations and how to decorate your home - on the outside.

We also have your usual mix of

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home and garden, fashion and motoring and will be back in the new year with ways to enjoy the outdoors on two wheels.

Richard Abbey Executive Editor

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18 Home & Garden

Don’t limit your Christmas decorations to the inside of your home – go all out on the exterior too

26 Bits & Pieces

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

28 Christmas bright

Discover the best light trails and illuminations to visit this December

For all advertising enquiries please contact: Sam Warsop: Tel: 07772 627320 sam.warsop@rmcmedia.co.uk Mandy Ogle: Tel: 07702 176988 mandy.ogle@rmcmedia.co.uk EXECUTIVE EDITOR Richard Abbey Tel: 07989 358215 richard.abbey@rmcmedia.co.uk DESIGN Dan Wray dan.wray@rmcmedia.co.uk DISTRIBUTION Chris Clayton Tel: 07843 633188 chris.clayton@rmcmedia.co.uk ACCOUNTS Paul Barrett Tel: 07758 511922 paul.barrett@rmcmedia.co.uk

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FRONT COVER: Get into the spirit of Christmas at Sheffield Cathedral’s Tree Festival. See page 11

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PROMOTION

Christmas past, present and future WHAT’S HAPPENING AT SHEFFIELD CATHEDRAL THIS FESTIVE SEASON? will honour Christmas in my heart and try to keep it all the year. I will live in the Past, the Present, and the Future. The Spirits of all Three shall strive within me. I will not shut out the lessons that they teach.”

So said Charles Dickens the author whose name is so associated with a traditional Christmas.

Each of us will have memories of Christmas from childhood and also certain traditions carried from year to year. I have a Christmas tree ornament given to me as a young child by a much-loved Auntie, which must go on the tree each year.

Sheffield Cathedral is no stranger to long held traditions of Christmas. Despite the huge disruptions of the Covid crisis we have attempted to maintain many of the much-loved events and services. Many

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people look forward to the amazing Sheffield Steel Nativity being seen in the main body of the Cathedral.They come with children and grandchildren to see the nativity scene as part of their Christmas.

The ‘Carols Galore’ event, which takes place on Saturday 11 December, 11am and 1pm, is for Christmas shoppers and has become an enduring tradition in the week before Christmas. Over that past few years we have added to our traditions with the Christmas light show, and Christmas Tree Festival.They too are becoming a much-loved part of our festive events.

It’s amazing to realise that for many hundreds of years people have gathered in this place to celebrate God’s amazing gift of the Christ child. We have survived plagues, social change and wars. The Cathedral has changed much over the

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years but at its heart it maintains the living tradition of being A Place for All People. We hope you will come and visit us at one of our Carol Services and events and make it part of your Christmas tradition. I wish you all a joyous and peaceful Christmas.

Reverend Canon Keith Farrow Vice Dean and Canon Missioner Sheffield Cathedral

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HOME & GARDEN

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HOME & GARDEN

John Lewis - Festive Field - rattan deer 1.9m brown £200, 640 4m multi function vine lights £70, festive field red bauble wreath £35, pyramid lantern, sheepskin rug grey £35, tartan check polywool cushion 45x45 grey £15. www.johnlewis.com

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Christmas Tropics: set of three light up silver parcels £25; blush eucalyptus garland £12; 50cm blush eucalyptus wreath £20; 5ft blue spruce garland £18; 20 mains lustre festoon lights £18; light up standing deer £40. www.dunelm.com

Brighten up your garden path this winter with this set of three Indoor Outdoor Light Up Wire Presents. As though adorned with tiny fairies, these versatile decorations will bring magic to your home this festive season. £55. www.coxandcox.co.uk

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BITS & PIECES

Hitting a jolly note

Zoe Bumford

Pea Sweet Floral It was while tending to her colourful garden, and in particular her sweet peas, during lockdown that Zoe Bumford had the idea to share her passion with the world. After setting up a Pea Sweet Floral Instagram account (peasweetfloral) she started to post tips and advice which quickly garnered a following but it was a nudge from her auntie that prompted her to take things even further.

Her seasonal wreaths proved to be the most popular so she decided to take the plunge and sell them.

“The response has been unbelievable,” she said. “I use mainly fresh and sun-dried flowers and make everything at home. I’ve just launched my own Etsy page (peasweetfloral) and you can also contact me through Facebook and Instagram.”

Zoe’s wreaths are perfect Christmas and she has also branched out into making garlands and table decorations.

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The gardens of Wentworth Woodhouse will be rocking in the run-up to Christmas... with free mini concerts are lined up for visitors on garden admission tickets.

At 11am on Saturday 4 December the Rotherham, Doncaster, Sheffield and Barnsley branches of Rock Choir, the UK’s largest contemporary choir.

Staff and volunteers from Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust will be in fine voice on 5 December, singing for visitors at 11am and 1pm. A week later, on Saturday 11 December , Thorpe Hesley Brass Band, whose musicians have played several times at the house and range from school pupils to pensioners, will be playing Christmas songs and classic carols at 11am and 1pm.

On 12 December, the harmonising Hummingbirds take over, performing songs at 11am and 1pm Their repertoire ranges from The Beatles and Adele to hits immortalised in the John Lewis Christmas adverts.

The gardens are open from 10am to 4pm Wednesday to Sunday. Hot chocolate and mulled cider will be among the festive food and drink available at the Garden Kiosk.

Admission: £6 for adults, £3 for over fives, with discounts for families and National Trust members. Go to www.wentworthwoodhouse.org.uk

Christmas fair Grenoside Scout and Guide Group will be holding a weekend long Christmas Fair on Saturday 4 December, 12 noon to 6pm and Sunday 5 December, 12 noon to 4pm, at their Scout and Guide Headquarters on Salt Box Lane, Grenoside, Sheffield S35 8QS. This will coincide with the Grenoside Christmas Tree Festival and Trail. Maps on sale, making this a great starting point for the trail. Santa will be here for a limited period on the Saturday - book to avoid disappointment via email grenosandg@gmail.com There will be a raffle with some great prizes, a selection of stalls and more. Refreshments will be available from a BBQ and licenced bar serving mulled cider and baileys coffees. Free Entry! All proceeds to Grenoside Scout and Guide Group.

Welcome to my office Views from the roofs of S6 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 Bankfield Road.

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Christmas bright DISCOVER THE BEST LIGHT TRAILS AND ILLUMINATIONS TO VISIT THIS DECEMBER. BY MARIA ILIFFE. ecoming increasing popular in the UK, light trails and Christmas illuminations provide a magical day out for the whole family.

We’ve scoured the region and these brilliantly imaginative winter trails offer some much-needed festive sparkle and reverie.

Walk-through displays of Christmas lights have sparkled ever brighter this year as there’s no safer family day out during a pandemic, than a walk in the wilderness.

Often including tunnels of fairy lights, themed illuminations, flaming torches, lasers, glowing snowflakes and impressive projections, they are definitely worth a visit.

Don’t delay in booking your tickets for these festive experiences, they sell out quick but the memories last forever.

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The Beginning: Christmas Light Show 30 November – 5 December Sheffield Cathedral www.sheffieldcathedral.org Delight in the joy and wonder of Christmas as the Cathedral’s facade is transformed. Inspired by the Cathedral’s historic stained-glass windows, expect to be taken on a sensory journey of light and sound, projected onto the stone walls. ‘The Beginning’ will transport you to an illumined world of story-telling that you do not want to miss.

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Christmas in Narnia 13 November – 2 January Castle Howard www.castlehoward.co.uk/whats-on/christmas Visit Castle Howard at dusk to bask in the twinkling lights and sparkling trees.

Enjoy the dramatic installations of lighting and soundscapes, after taking in the glorious 25ft Christmas tree.

Amounting to a full day of festive fun and beauty with intervals of delicious food and roaring log fires.

Christmas in Haworth 27 November - 19 December Haworth www.facebook.com/christmasinhaworth Every year at Christmas time, Haworth is lit by twinkling fairy lights and pretty shop windows. Whether you join the magical Light Up Weekend or the Torchlight Weekend, the village promises a magical experience for all the family.

With each weekend providing a different illuminated escapade, there are plently of opportunities to enjoy Christmas in Haworth.

Lotherton’s Christmas Experience 27 November – 2 January Lotherton Hall thechristmasexperience.co.uk Steeped in traditional Christmas magic, Lotherton is pleased to announce a new and exciting festive woodland walk.

Come and see the magical wonders the hall has to offer, with new interactive instillations for your enjoyment. Partake in festive traditions old and new, whilst you marvel in the splendour of the Edwardian House, with the rooms dressed in all their festive finery.

Christmas at Temple Newsam 26 November - 2 January Temple Newsam https://museumsandgalleries.leeds.gov.uk/even ts/temple-newsam/christmas-at-templenewsam-2/ It’s the most wonderful time of year when twinkling lights and seasonal sounds fill the air with festive fun.

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Discover sparkling tunnels of light, walk under giant baubles and beneath the trees illuminated in Christmas colours.

For a moment of reflection, pause at mesmerising, flickering flames in the fire garden, gaze at the specially-chosen illuminations and glimpse Father Christmas along the way.

woodland in our Enchanted Forest. As dusk falls you can see the park come to life with thousands of twinkling lights creating a magical winter wonderland.

An enchanting experience for all ages, that has to be seen to appreciate its true beauty and magic!

Glow 2021 18 November-18 December, 20-29 December RHS Garden Harlow Carr https://www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/harlowcarr/whats-on/glow-winter-illuminations Enjoy a magical adventure at RHS Garden Harlow Carr, discovering spectacular light displays along your way.

See iconic features such as Streamside, the Queen Mother’s Lake, Winter Walk, Doric Columns and Kitchen Garden glow with dazzling colours. Member adult: £7.95; non-member adult: £12.95.

Tickets must be booked in advance.

Winter Illuminations at Stockeld Park 20 November - 4 January Stockeld Park Estate https://stockeldpark.co.uk/events/winterilluminations/ Experience one of the country’s largest and most creative light displays set in the grounds of the historic Stockeld Park Estate. Dazzling light effects, a captivating soundscape and animated installations come together through almost a mile of beautiful, ancient

FURTHER AFIELD: The Lanterns: Call of the Wild Saint Luke’s Festival of Light 5 December St Luke’s Hospice www.stlukeshospice.org.uk With 2021 marking Saint Luke’s 50th anniversary, come together in compassion and remembrance at the Festival of Light. Bask in the warmth of thousands of lights, which will once again light up the charity’s Little Common Lane Garden. Enjoy food, music and of course the light switch on, in the true Festival of Light spirit. Hosted by BBC Radio Sheffield presenter and keen St Luke’s supporter Paulette Edwards, this year’s special celebration will also be online for anyone unable to attend.

12 November – 23 December Chester Zoo / www.chesterzoo.org Transformed into fantastical worlds like no other, the zoo will be lit up with outstanding sculptures of glowing animals. Let your imagination run wild, and discover incredible spaces, each filled to the brim with colourful lanterns, spectacular costumed characters and Christmas scenes.

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THE WORTLEY ARMS CHRISTMAS MENU 2021 Starters Leek & potato chowder, soft poached egg, truffle oil (vg available) Moroccan spiced lamb terrine, aubergine relish, tzatziki (gf) Henderson’s cured salmon, pickled onion, creme fraiche, black treacle loaf Chargrilled focaccia, fig compote, Yorkshire blue, candied walnut (v,n) *** Main courses Butter roast turkey crown, pigs in blankets, sage stuffing, Brussel sprouts & pancetta, roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, roasting gravy.

Whole baked plaice, preserved lemon, green beans, new potatoes, chive butter sauce (gf) Chargrilled 10 oz meadow farm sirloin steak, twice cooked chips, roast tomato & mushroom, rocket & parmesan salad (gf, £5 supplement) Roast onion risotto, sage and chestnut crumble (vg,gf) *** Desserts Wortley Arms Christmas pudding, brandy & vanilla sauce Dark chocolate & espresso cake, honeycomb, saled caramel ice cream (gf) Apple & blackberry crumble tart, vegan vanilla ice cream, berry sauce (vg) Cheese and biscuits *** Coffee & mince pies

Two courses £24.50 - Three courses £29.50

FESTIVE OPENING HOURS 2021 Wednesday 1st December - Sunday 19th December - Normal opening hours Tuesday 21st - Thursday 23rd - Food service 12pm -2.30pm / 5pm - 9pm - Bar - 12pm -10.30pm Christmas Eve - Food service 12pm - 8pm - Bar 12pm - 11.30pm Boxing Day - Food service 12pm - 5pm - Bar 12pm - 7.30pm Wednesday 29th & Thursday 30th - Normal opening hours New Years Eve - Food service 12pm - 3pm & 5pm - 8.30 pm - Live band until the early hours!!!

New Years Day & Sunday 2nd January - Food service 12pm - 5pm

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

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Christmas cracker YOU CAN WIN A FESTIVE HAMPER AND MORE WITH JOHN CRAWSHAW’S BUTCHERS. ohn Crawshaw’s butchers shops have been a familiar sight on north Sheffield’s high streets for over 60 years. With shops in Hillsborough, Chapeltown, Hoyland and Stocksbridge’s Fox Valley Retail Park, they continue to serve these local communities with prime quality, locallysourced meat and award-winning produce.

Christmas is one of their busiest times of year and they are currently taking orders for a whole host of festive treats, from turkeys, ducks and geese to pies and pigs in blankets.

“We strive to provide the finest locally farmed meats which are prepared to the highest standards by our highlyskilled team,” said John. “Plus, we make a wide range of lovingly-prepared home produce that tastes as good as it looks.”

To get you in the mood for the festive season, John Crawshaw’s have not one but TWO fantastic competitions for you

to enter. The first is win an Ultimate Christmas Hamper worth £90. This includes a 5.5lb lean turkey breast, 4.5lb gammon joint, 3lb topside beef joint, 3lb pork loin joint, 24 x pigs in blankets, 1lb pork sausage meat, 1lb finest bacon, a large pork pie and stuffing mix – basically everything you need to make your Christmas celebrations go without a hitch.

Their second competition is to win a 5.5lb boneless turkey joint and 24 x pigs in blankets.

To enter either or both of the competitions, visit their Facebook page (JohnCrawshawsButchers), like the posts, share and tag four friends. To make it easier for you, scan the QR code below with your smartphone’s camera and it will take you straight to their page.

John Crawshaw’s offer a click and collect service as well as free delivery on all orders over £40.

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See our online store or call into our shops for your Christmas Hamper

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Click & Collect shopping is now available from our Fox Valley, Chapeltown & Hillsborough shops, so now you can plan your menu from the comfort of your own home and pick it up when convenient for you. Browse the great range of products in our click and collect section, pick out what you want to buy and add to your basket. facebook.com/johncrawshaws

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GIFT GUIDE

GET INSPIRATION FROM THE INDEPENDENTS THIS FESTIVE SEASON.

Porcelain tea light holders £20 each. They are very pretty and delicate and translucent so the light inside shows off the porcelain patterns when lit. They are by locally based artist Sarah Jones-Morris. From Cupola Gallery, 178, 178A Middlewood Road, Sheffield, S6 1TD. www.cupolagallery.com

Award-winning high class family butcher John Crawshaw has locally farmed traditional white turkeys for Christmas.

Available to order now. Tel: 0114 288 3548. https://johncrawshaws.co.uk

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Don’t be a grumpy gonk this year, Four Rooms (not only) Antiques has got gifts galore – from jewellery to games, books to home décor – there’s something for everyone. Make this Christmas a real cracker.

Four Rooms (not only) Antiques, 192194 Howard Road, Sheffield, S6 3RX

Bangle £150, tennis bracelet £120, long line pendant £95 and infinity pendant £130. All from Michael Spencer Jewellers, Workshop 6, Orchard Square, Sheffield, S1 2FB. Tel: 0114 272 9367

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18ct rose gold, 2.95ct diamonds, £6,500. PA Jewellery, The Old Bank, 23 Commonside, Sheffield, S10 1GD. Tel: 0114 266 9253. www.pajewellery.com

Treat your loved one this Christmas with a gift voucher from New Image, 277 Middlewood Road, Sheffield, S6 1TG. Tel: 0114 234 4880. www.new-image.co.uk

Treat your pet to some Animal Reiki, courtesy of Holistic Pet Care Sheffield. Gift vouchers available. Call 07534 745946. www.alternativeanimalhealth.com

A small selection of jams, chutneys, pickles and pre-pack cheeses are available at S&J Pantry. These complement a range of over 100 cheeses to weigh out. Unit MF12, Moor Market, 77 The Moor, Sheffield, S1 4NA. Tel: 07928 701645

Festive snow globes from £9.99 available at Valleyside Garden Centre, Manchester Road (A57), Sheffield, S10 5PX. Tel: 0114 230 1925 www.valleyside sheffield.co.uk

Find a selection of festive gifts at Sheffield Cathedral’s gift shop. www.sheffield-cathedral.org.uk

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It’s Christmas

at Valleyside…

alleyside garden centre

…Bigger than ever!

Hundreds of Decorations & Gifts with a Scandinavian Twist Many Styles of Artificial Trees • LED, Icicle, Cluster and Berry Lights Opening Hours Garden Centre: Mon - Sat 8.30 to 5.00pm • Cafe: 10:00 to 4.00pm • Sunday: 10.00 to 4.30pm

M A N C H E S T E R R OA D • S H E F F I E L D • S O U T H YO R K S H I R E • S 1 0 5 P X Garden Centre: 0114 230 1925 • Cafe: 0114 230 9343 • www.valleysidesheffield.co.uk

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S&J’s PANTRY The perfect Christmas proposal is waiting at Spencer's

Traditional, Local, Artisan, & Fairly Traded Produce

Artisan cheeses from all areas Christmas Gifts In Store & Online www.michaelspencerjewellers.com REPAIRS • RESTORATION • COMMISSIONS • RING SIZING • RHODIUM PLATING CHAIN REPAIRS • GEMSTONES SUPPLIED • WATCH BATTERIES • WATCH STRAPS CAD • UNWANTED JEWELLERY & SCRAP GOLD BOUGHT £££

Unit 6 Craft Workshops, Orchard Square, Sheffield S1 2FB

Tel: 01142 729367

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

Call 0792 870 1645 for orders Christmas Orders Now Being Taken

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If you're looking for a unique Christmas gift for someone special, or for yourself

Look no further!

We have a great selection at affordable prices

Come and see us soon!

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

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

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ANTIQUES & COLLECTABLES

Opened in 1990 with over eleven years in buying & selling antiques

The Palace Mall • Manchester Road • Stocksbridge • S36 1DL

Tel 07702 870667

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The Diary

Words: Maria Iliffe

■ THEATRE ■ MUSIC ■ COMEDY ■ EVENTS ■ EXHIBITIONS ■ FILM ■ FURTHER AFIELD…

Panto

Janine Duvitski as the fairy godmother

Theatre

Sleeping Beauty

She Loves Me

3 December-3 January / Lyceum www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk Don’t miss this hilarious, fun-filled, family pantomime Sleeping Beauty, starring comedy great Janine Duvitski (Benidorm), legendary Dame, Damian Williams, alongside actor, presenter and comic Ben Thornton (Cinderella), Lucas Rush (Damian’s Pop-Up Panto!, Rock of Ages), Hannah Everest (Gypsy) and Dominic Sibanda (Hairspray).

11-23 December / Crucible Theatre www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk Based on the infamous play ‘Parfumerie’, and the Tom Hanks-Meg Ryan feature ‘You’ve Got Mail’, She Loves Me is the modern adaption of a time old and well-loved story. Main characters Amalia and Georg work together in a perfume shop, always down each other’s throats, the pair are yet to find out that they’ve both answered a lonely-hearts advert and now live for the letters they exchange with one another. A glorious romantic comedy musical, She Loves Me will warm even the chilliest of winter evenings.

The Wizard of Oz 10 December / Utilita Arena www.utilitaarenasheffield.co.uk The Word’s Biggest Panto is back for 2021 with a spectacular arena tour visiting Sheffield Utilita Arena for one night only! TV presenter Matt Baker stars as the wizard, alongside fellow celebrity Jenny Ryan, from the chase, as the good witch Glinda. The Wizard of Oz is the brand-new spectacular Christmas show with over 700 performers, set to lift the arena panto right over the rainbow.

Classical A Christmas Festival of Music 11 December Victoria Hall www.welcometosheffield.co.uk Returning again to Victoria Hall,The Christmas Festival of Music is back, with singer-songwriter John Riley and Musical Director Lewis Nitikman. Becoming an iconic tradition, the show promises spectacular live concerts over two nights, with Stannington Brass Band, Sheffield Community Choir,Tenor Gareth Lloyd and Soprano Emily Robinson, plus members of the Acoustic Angels.

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Snow White 27 December / City Hall www.sheffieldcityhall.co.uk Coming to Sheffield City Hall this Christmas, Manor Operatic Society are sharing their fantastic annual panto with the wonderful people of Sheffield.With a cast of over 50 members, the company now produces the biggest amateur pantomime in England and attracts a total audience of over 30,000 each year. Only performing one pantomime a year at Sheffield City Hall, 2021’s Snow White is an unmissable experience, perfect for the whole family.

Vivaldi’s Four Seasons at Christmas 18 December Sheffield Cathedral www.sheffieldcathedral.org The Piccadilly Sinfonietta is one of the UK’s most exciting young ensembles, performing impressive renditions of wellloved classics.

Featuring an award winning, British Royal Family performer pianist who brings a self-deprecating sense of humour and exceptional talent, this Christmas special will see Sheffield Cathedral bathed in candlelight and the sounds of Vivaldi, Corelli and Mozart.

A fantastic Christmas treat.

Music

Gary Barlow: All The Hits Tour 2 December Utilita Arena www.utilitaarenasheffield.co.uk Take That star Gary Barlow is coming to Sheffield! If you haven’t already got tickets for the re-scheduled tour, book now to enjoy all his best hits, alongside songs from his new album ‘Music Played by Humans’. The concert will also see an exceptional, roof raising performance from special guest and renowned singer-songwriter Leona Lewis.

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Chatsworth Christmas Market

Seasonal shopping EMBRACE THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS AT ONE THE REGION’S MANY FESTIVE MARKETS. MARIA ILIFFE LOOKS AT SOME OF THE BEST – AND SOME FURTHER AFIELD. othing gets us into the yuletide spirit like a Christmas market adventure. With handmade gifts galore, deliciously spiced aromas in the air and elaborate tree decorations aplenty, this is the occasion to soak up the magical merriment and local traditions.

Fortunately for us, some of the world’s best Christmas markets are only a short hop (or two) away.

From the cobbled streets of Sheffield to Hyde Park Winter Wonderland, we’ve selected the most enchanting Christmas market destinations to visit this December.

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Sheffield’s Christmas Markets

Victorian Christmas Market

12 November – 24 December 10am-6pm Sunday to Thursday, 10am-8pm Friday and Saturday www.sheffieldchristmasmarkets.co.uk Celebrating Sheffield’s great independent traders, this festive treat provides a great day out for the family. Gaze across the city at the peak of the big wheel or browse through the fine selection of Christmas decorations, crafts, presents and food/drink, in the heart of the city centre. Join thousands of visitors from across England to embrace the festive atmosphere, excellent shopping opportunities, and meet the big man himself at Santa’s Grotto.

4-5 December 10am-7pm (Saturday), 10am-5pm (Sunday) Kelham Island https://kelhamvictorianchristmasmarket.event brite.co.uk Gather under the gaslamps and celebrate the start of the festive season as the much-loved Victorian market returns.

With over 80 market stalls selling an array of Sheffield-made wares, quality gifts and seasonal goods, you’ll find the perfect presents and stocking fillers for your loved ones. Enjoy food and drink, from traditional hog roast to wood-fired pizza, and magical music from local brass

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bands, musicians, choirs and carollers.

Adult tickets are priced £7.50 and children under 16 go free.

Chatsworth Christmas Market 6 November – 24 December 10am-5.30pm Monday to Thursday, 10am6pm Friday to Sunday www.chatsworth.co.uk Chatsworth Christmas Market is open and raring to get you in the Christmas spirit!

Enjoy live music, over 100 glistening stalls, delicious hot dogs and many more tempting treats. Feel festive in the outdoor bars, providing you with premium mulled wine or German beers. Buy all your quaint Christmas gifts and decorations, whilst supporting small / local businesses, in these quirky German stalls.

Bawtry Christmas Event 5 December www.visitbawtry.com The stylish market town of Bawtry is bringing Christmas back this year and it’s shaping up to be bigger than ever! Enjoy the festive magic and sparkle of Christmas whilst browsing the record number of craft and gift stalls, fun fair rides and big wheel, live entertainment, nativity display and much more. Of course, you can continue shopping in the many independent shops, cafes and restaurants that grace the town, whilst still embracing the fantastic festive spirit of Bawtry.

York Christmas Market

Skipton Christmas Market

18 November - 23 December 10am-6pm Sunday to Thursday, 10am-8pm Friday and Saturday www.visityork.org Charming alpine chalets will once again line the streets of York centre, offering festive treats sure to get you in the Christmas spirit. Enjoy delicious mulled wine and tasty winter snacks whilst supporting local businesses, in this cosy winter market.York’s restaurants, shops and attractions will be adorned with fairy lights, providing a wonderful winter experience.

5 and 12 December 10am-4.30pm www.christmasmarkets.com Visit Skipton’s award-winning market, home to over 100 Christmas stalls.

Alongside the mass of goodies up for grabs along the High Street, there will be festive entertainment galore, including live brass bands and Christmas choirs.

Children can get involved in festive crafts or see Santa and his reindeer. This magical day ends with a torch-lit walk through the town which welcomes you and your family to join.

St Nicholas Fair York Credit Visit York - Gareth Buddo

FURTHER AFIELD: Manchester Christmas Markets 12 November – 22 December 10am-9pm www.visitmanchester.com Manchester’s Christmas Markets return, renowned for their array of international food, drinks and craftmanship. The 19th of November marks the return of this annual treasure held in Albert Square, promising to get you in the festive spirit. Soak up the atmosphere and follow the market trail as it winds through the city centre, tempting you with gifts, crafts, jewellery, clothes, toys and much more.

Hyde Park Winter Wonderland 19 November - 3 January 10am-10pm https://hydeparkwinterwonderland.com Named the world’s best destination for festive fun; in the heart of London sits Hyde park’s Winter Wonderland. Take a trip up to the royal park and embrace the snowy cabins filled with sweet treats and artisan treasures. Make sure to try the ice sculpting workshops, ice slides, circus, Santa land, or any of the charming Christmas bars. Skate around the UK’s biggest outdoor ice rink with your loved ones or sit back and enjoy the live music with a delicious beverage, the options are limitless. www.rmcmedia.co.uk 41

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Slight advantage PA JEWELLERY TALKS ABOUT THE ENVIRONMENTAL CREDENTIALS OF LAB GROWN DIAMONDS. n the next of our series on lab grown diamonds we explore the ecological impact of producing natural and lab grown stones. Lab grown diamonds are frequently sold as being a more environmentally friendly option.

All forms of mining impact upon the environment. Retrieving natural diamonds from the earth requires heavy machinery, primarily relying on fossil fuels, and the extraction of massive quantities of ore. This impacts the environment around the mine, with scars left on the landscape by the displacement of so much earth. Huge amounts of water are also used in the initial sorting process.

Today, new mines must complete wide-ranging assessments on the environment and agree to conditions designed to offset their impact during production and return the land to nature afterwards. The success of these efforts can vary by location and older mines were not designed with these considerations in mind, although some major diamond producers are involved in projects that offset damage caused by the industry, through reforestation and the creation of reserves to protect wildlife.

Lab grown diamonds also require huge amounts of energy to create the high temperatures and pressures needed in their production. They are made in large

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factories with heavy equipment (in contrast to the clean, test tube image created by the term ‘lab grown’). It is important to remember that both materials for the equipment and the raw materials needed for the diamonds must be obtained, often through other forms of mining. Because of the intense scrutiny the diamond industry has come under it is particularly well-regulated and not all forms of mining have the same procedures in place to reduce or offset the environmental impact of their work.

At first glance lab grown diamonds appear to have more eco-friendly

credentials than natural stones, but the whole process of production should be considered, and it can be argued that lab grown stones are just more removed from the mining process, making their connections less obvious. Both types of diamond require huge amounts of energy in their production, much of which comes from fossil fuels. As the world moves towards more green forms of energy both methods of production will hopefully see improvement in this regard. Developments in production methods reducing the amount of energy necessary will likely also make lab grown stones increasingly eco-friendly.

It is probably fair to say that lab grown diamonds have an advantage when comparing the ecological impact of their production, especially as those methods of production continue to develop. However, as with all things, reality is more complex than advertising can suggest, and it is important to continue questioning where improvements can be made.You can read more about lab-grown diamonds on our website.

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

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Animal Reiki Holistic Pet Care Sheffield ANIMAL ANXIETY & STRESS ISSUES Nature gave all animals the ability have senses that feel levels of energy that humans will never feel, the ancient Chinese understood this energy and described it as Qi as “life force energy”.

Unfortunately animals do suffer from anxiety issues and stress related problems and issues, Reiki therapy is an alternative way to help animals not only on a physical level but also on a mental and emotional level, plus Reiki helps reduce discomfort and pain.

Reiki is a non-invasive therapy and is ideal for all kinds of animals, from domestic pets to wildlife. Unlike humans, animals naturally feel “the life force energy” They willingly participate in Reiki therapy without any hindrance of doubt or fear because Reiki is gentle and non-invasive treatment, animals have no belief system blockages and very easily respond to Reiki therapy. Pet owners please reach out to me and let’s discuss how Reiki can help your pet, respectfully Martin David.

Call 07534 745946 www.alternativeanimalhealth.com

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New Wedding Collections for 2022 arriving soon HATS - FASCINATORS - SHOES - BAGS

Possibly the largest selection of Mother of the Bride/Groom outfits in South Yorkshire Let us help you find the perfect outfit for your special day Designers Include: Condici • Ispirato • Veni Infantino • Gina Bacconi • Joseph Ribkoff • Carla Ruiz • Matching hats, fascinators, shoes and bags • In-house seamstress to ensure the perfect fit • Fabulous new season head bands

Bespoke headpieces by Milliner Darcie Mae Appointments essential

SALE Winter Sale Starts

8th Dec Many items reduced to clear including Evening Wear 277 Middlewood Road, Hillsborough, Sheffield S6 1TG (Leppings Lane Tram Stop) | Car park at rear of store OPEN: Monday – Friday 10am-5pm | Late Night Tuesday till 7pm | Saturday 10am-5.30pm

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The Peacock | Stannington SERVED THROUGHOUT DECEMBER Sunday 19th Dec

Stannington Brass Band from 8pm onwards

Monday 20th Dec

Nativity LIVE from 7pm in the Peacock car park

Saturday 11th Dec

Live Band - Steely Dad

The Peacock Inn, 714 Stannington Road, S6 6AJ 0114 234 2505 www.peacockstannington.co.uk | www.fb.com/thepeacockstannington

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A 13th Century Inn that boasts traditional real ales and traditional home-cooked food much of which is made on the premises and cooked to order.

OPEN ALL DAY Food served: Monday–Friday 12-2.30pm, 5.30pm-8.30pm Saturday 12–9pm, Sunday 12-8pm

Covid safe following all government guidelines

Eat Healthy, Eat Greek ENJOY GREAT FOOD WITH THE GREEDY GREEK DELI AND GREEK DELI DIRECT

A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year Why not join us for a Christmas get together Greek Style?

Party Menus available from £15.99 per person and you can bring your own wine and beer too, no corkage charge. Seating for 30 people upstairs at the Deli.

Having a party at the office or home? …then let the Greek Deli Direct do the hard work for you.

Hot and cold food ready to eat.

For those with children, there is an enclosed play area outside where youngsters are free to run around to their heart’s content. Outside also is an area for peacocks, geese and chickens.

Christmas Bookings now being taken Book now to avoid disappointment

Bradfield Dale, Bradfield, Sheffield S6 6JE

• Dog friendly • Ideal walker’s resting place • Vegetarian options

Tel 0114 285 1247 www.thestrinesinn.co.uk

If you have a larger group or party our mobile unit may be what you are looking for We also do outside catering for Weddings, Parties, Events and Festivals large or small, check out our Mobile Vans www.greekdelidirect.co.uk or give Helen a call on 07927673990

We are open from 10am to 10pm 7 days a week at 418-420 Sharrowvale Road, Hunters Bar, S11 8ZP (Next to Nat West Bank) Tel: 0114 2667719

CHRISTMAS BUFFETS AVAILABLE FOR CHRISTMAS PARTIES Dear Helen, Thank you once again for preparing and delivering your brilliant Pie & Peas for our Harvest Supper, everyone really enjoyed coming together and sharing food and friendship. ch Ecclesfield Church Out9rea Team – October 201

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HILLSBOROUGH'S No.1 BAKERY AND SANDWICH SHOP BREAKFASTS • PULLED PORK £2.60 First Class catering service for your

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QUALITY CATERING SERVICES for any occasion, from big corporate events, weddings & parties to small get togethers.

DELIVERED ANYWHERE IN SHEFFIELD All our Buffets are baked and prepared just before delivery ensuring an absolutely delicious spread for your guests.

32 Middlewood Road, Sheffield S6 4GY • Tel: 0114 234 3621 www.helensbakery.co.uk

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EATING OUT

Saddle up THE HORSE AND JOCKEY IS BACK IN THE RUNNING THANKS TO A MAJOR REFURBISHMENT. BY RICHARD ABBEY. he Horse and Jockey on Wadsley Lane is the latest pub to fall under the True North Brew Co umbrella which also includes the Riverside at Kelham and the Punch Bowl and Old Grindstone in Crookes.

Anyone who has visited one of their venues before will be familiar with their family-friendly and dog-friendly atmosphere, quality ales and good food.

The Horse and Jockey is no exception.

After a major refurbishment, the pub opened in early November and visitors have been quick to appreciate its addition to the area. As well as updating the pub from top to bottom, True North added a function room which can seat up to 40 guests as well as The Stable, an amazing outdoor bar with heated terrace than can seat up to 25 guests.

The Paddock offers additional outdoor seating for up to 90 people – perhaps not too popular at this time of year but it should really come into its own during the spring.

Food at the Horse and Jockey is homecooked and locally sourced and been tailored to what their guests love to eat – think pub classics, stonebaked pizzas, sharing boards and hanging kebabs.

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say they have hit the ground running is something of an understatement. After ordering drinks from the bar – a Guinness for me and a Madri for my companion – we settled down at our table and took in our surroundings.

We started with a mixed platter (£14) which included olives, hummus, pepperoni pate, koftas, stuffed peppers and sourdough focaccia. More than enough for two, we particularly liked the pate which had the slightest hint of a chilli kick and well matched with the still warm bread.

For mains I opted to try one of their hanging skewers, which are all served with fries, flatbread and salad. My beef churrasco version (£16) had been marinated in garlic and herbs and was cooked to perfection. It was served with a chimichurri butter (or pepper butter – whatever you prefer). The Horse and Jockey also offer chicken and chorizo, halloumi and wild mushroom seitan versions of these kebabs.

My dining companion couldn’t resist a pie and his steak and ale example (£11) delivered on all fronts. Crisp pastry, tender meat and flavoursome gravy all worked in harmony and well matched with the accompanying hand cut chips

and mushy peas. A splash of Hendo’s added the finishing touch.

We forewent dessert and decided to sample The Stable cocktail bar instead.

The Red Rum, made with Sailor Jerry, cherry liqueur, orange, passion fruit, lime and grenadine (£7) was a big hit with us and comes highly recommended.

The Horse and Jockey are getting you in the mood for Christmas with a festive bottomless lunch on Saturdays in December and are also hosting a wreath making event on 9 December. New Year’s Eve is sure to be a raucous affair with a guest DJ and free glass of fizz for everyone who dines after 7pm.

It may have only been open a short time but the Horse and Jockey has already made a big impression.

Horse & Jockey 250 Wadsley Lane, Sheffield, S6 4EF Tel: 0114 698 4360 www.horseandjockey.co.uk

At a glance: ★ Impressive refurbishment ★ Food for everyone ★ Quirky cocktail bar

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2nd Girlfriend Mediterranean Bar & Restaurant

We bring the taste of the Mediterranean to your plates, using fresh and flavoursome produce. Our chefs prepare everything in-house, making sure your meal is prepared to the highest quality.

Our produce is freshly sourced by hand, daily, from local markets bringing the highest quality direct to our customers.

We pride ourselves on our food and family based service.

Opening every day during December 5pm - 11pm 481 Langsett Rd, Hillsborough, Sheffield S6 2LN

0114 327 5406 / 07305 794864

Shoulder of Mutton NEW YEARS EVE

COMING UP: Now taking bookings for our festive menu Our Opening Hours

£12 per person

19 TOP ROAD • WORRALL • SHEFFIELD S35 0AQ • Tel: 0114 286 4733

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Funeral Plans in Your Area W

Is this the right time for you to get your funeral arrangements sorted out?

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Help yourself and your family

Fair prices for good value services

What to do next

If you want to get your funeral wishes recorded so that your family know what you want, and so that you can be sure that the money is available, why don’t you take out a Peace Funerals Plan?

With Direct Funeral plans costing from around £1765* (£24.85* per month over 10 years) and Standard Bespoke plans from around £2820* (£39.70* per month over 10 years), Peace Funerals plan prices compare very favourably with others available.

If you want to find out more, or would like to begin the process of making your own plan, please get in touch. You can ring us on 0114 233 0563 email us at info@peacefunerals.co.uk or call in to our premises – appointments recommended.

* Prices correct at time of printing. * Include third party costs and subject to change.

North Sheffield 363 Halifax Road, Sheffield, S6 1AF

Tel: 0114 233 0563

South Sheffield Gleadless Mount, Sheffield, S12 2LN

www.peacefunerals.co.uk W Simpson & Son would like to introduce David Reaney.

David joins our existing team at Simpsons and brings with him nearly twenty years of experience in the funeral industry. He has worked in Sheffield as a Funeral Director for many years, helping and advising families at their time of need throughout the city.

David’s professional and caring manner fits in perfectly with the rest of our dedicated staff at Simpson’s.

Tel: 0114 253 0505

Wm. Simpson & Son Independent Family Owned Funeral Directors W Simpson & Son have been proudly serving Sheffield and the surrounding areas for over 95 years.

Our dedicated, professional and experienced staff are available to help in your time of need.

103 Fitzwalter Road, Sheffield, S2 2SP T: 0114 2723928 E: advice@wsimpsonandson.co.uk

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Smithy Garage MOTOR SERVICES

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WISHING ALL OUR CUSTOMERS MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR

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ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS WELCOME

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MOTORING

True to its roots

THE RANGE ROVER CATCHES THE EYE IN THIS MONTH’S MOTORING ROUND-UP. BY RICHARD ABBEY.

The New Range Rover leads by example with breathtaking modernity, peerless refinement and unmatched Land Rover capability informed by over 50 years of evolution.

It’s the most desirable yet, mixing breathtaking modernity and aesthetic grace with technological sophistication and seamless connectivity.

With a suite of efficient mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains – and a pure-electric Range Rover set to join the line-up in 2024 – the New Range Rover is at home in any environment.

The new luxury SUV is available in SE, HSE and Autobiography models. A First Edition will be available throughout the first year of production, based on the Autobiography and featuring a unique specification. It is exclusively available in a Sunset Gold Satin finish, among a choice of five exterior colours.

The New Range Rover is available to order now, priced from £94,400.

An icon revisited

Luxury trailblazer

Inspired by the track

Almost 70 years ago, a sports car launched in Stuttgart immediately became a legend. The vision of expanding the potential of the Mercedes-Benz brand through motor racing successes produced the first SL as a result - a road-going racing sports car.

In the decades-long development history, from full-blooded racing car to open-top luxury sports car, the new Mercedes-AMG SL now sets another milestone. It combines the sportiness of the original SL with the unique luxury and technological excellence that characterise modern Mercedes models.

It returns to its roots with a classic soft top and sporty character. At the same time, the luxurious roadster as a 2+2 seater is particularly suitable for everyday use and puts its power down on the road with all-wheel drive for the first time.

The new SL starts with two output levels of the AMG 4.0-litre V8 biturbo engine. In the top model SL 63 4MATIC+ the engine develops 430 kW (585 hp). In the SL 55 4MATIC+ the V8 unit develops an output of 350 kW (476 hp).

With a sharpened design and innovative new technologies, the new Audi A8 maintains its reputation as a trailblazer in the premium segment.

The Audi A8 is a saloon that represents status and exudes authority – now that it has been reworked, its exterior is even more representative, confident, and athletic. From a side view, the luxury saloon’s progressive character is particularly eye-catching. Stretched lines in the body of the car emphasise its length, wide wheel arches hint at the standard quattro drive system.

The enhanced Audi A8 is available with four engine options. The 3.0 TDI and the 3.0 TFSI are V6 units, while the 4.0 TFSI in the S8 is a V8 with cylinder on-demand technology. The TFSI e plug-in hybrid model combines the 3.0 TFSI with an electric motor.

Order books are open now with prices starting from £77,375.

BMW has honed the track-inspired characteristics of its four-cylinder highperformance model for the premium compact segment. Detail upgrades to its chassis components endow the BMW M135i xDrive with noticeably enhanced performance qualities.

The standout power of the 225 kW/306 hp four-cylinder unit with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology under the bonnet of the BMW M135i xDrive is harnessed more effectively than ever to produce the captivating dynamics and driving experience for which BMW is renowned.

Optimised traction enables drivers to explore the car’s performance limits with confidence, especially when cornering at extremely high speeds.

Specially tuned M Sport steering and exceptionally powerful M Sport brakes can also be found on the standard equipment list for the BMW M135i xDrive.

The compact sports car leaves the factory on 18-inch M light-alloy wheels as standard, with the option of 19-inch lightalloy items available in a variety of designs.

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