Sixer February 2019

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CONTENTS

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Wedding food has come a long way

12 Beauty

We found nine options to help you embrace and celebrate the Pantone colour choice for the upcoming year

15 A wedding for all seasons

Spring, summer, Autumn or winter...

Wondering what is the best time to tie the knot? Here are our top tips for plannng a wedding in each season

32 Home & Garden

Pantone’s colour of the year exudes warmth and comfort

Oman is one of the most exciting tourist destinations in the Middle East

54 Bits & Pieces

74 Motoring

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

Are there any sharp-eyed readers out there who can help with this month’s retro pic?

24 Taste the difference

Budding artists are invited to add a splash of colour to our Easter magazine – and you could win yourself a fabulous prize, courtesy of Bev Coukham at Hillsborough’s Curo Gallery

Wedding food has come a long way. From street food to sizzling barbecues, we look at the catering trends tipped to take 2019 by storm

Seven-seat practicality also brings an element of fun in this month’s round-up

61 Do You Remember?

22 Fashion

Have you started thinking about giving your wardrobe an upgrade? Here’s some ideas...

70 Travel

65 Easter Competition

PROMOTIONS: 13 Tanzone 21 Pink Boutique 41 Bumfords 69 PA Jewellery

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M&S Autograph Flash Gel Nail Polish £7.50. www.marksandspencer.com Autograph’s gel nail polish in Dandy is long-lasting in more ways than one. Its gel formula means you won’t need too many touch ups, and it’s a versatile colour that can be worn all year round.

Flying Tiger Copenhagen Perspex Tray Organiser £4. uk.flyingtiger.com Organise your beauty tools with this ontrend perspex tray organiser from Flying Tiger Copenhagen.

Primark. www.primark.com Replicate this stunning coral-inspired look, achieved using products from Primark’s PURE beauty range.

Dr PAWPAW Tinted Peach Pink Balm £6.95.

Dr PAWPAW’s peach pink balm is on trend now more than ever. This cruelty-free and vegan multi-use balm can be used to add a peach tint to lips and cheeks.

George Blush Queen Blusher £3.50. www.asda.com George’s Blush Queen blusher in Coral Crush is the perfect way to incorporate the colour of the year into your make up looks this season.

M&Co Beauty Sleep Eye Mask £5. www.mandco.com Who said hibernating is just for bears?

Get some beauty sleep this winter with this coral eye mask from M&Co.

The Present Finder Beauty Hacks Book £9.99. www.thepresentfinder.co.uk With this book by Aggie Robertson by your side, never again will you battle your beauty regime. Full of over 130 amazing hacks, tips and tricks, you’ll look good, feel good and still have time for the other fun things in life.

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NO MORE HANGING AROUND... AT TANZONE, JUST TURN UP, TAN AND GO. e can all sit and dream about jetting off somewhere hot to beat the winter blues, the reality is that the only sun we’re getting is the blinding winter sun here in the UK – and even if we were willing to ditch our scarves, hats and parkas, there’s no way we’d catch any colour from that.

So while we can all cross our fingers and hope for a repeat of last summer (let’s face it, it was a fluke), Tanzone are here with their winter offers to help us get a healthy glow without having to spend hours and hundreds to jet out of the country.

If you visit Tanzone before the end of February, you can get 100 minutes of tanning time for just £30 (including the

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use of the usually more expensive Matrix L-28 bed).

The Matrix L-28 bed is Tanzone’s state-of-the-art high pressure bed, which shortens your tanning time without reducing the quality of the tan you’ll receive.

All beds now feature Rubina tubes, which not only give a great tan, but the red light treatment incorporated within the tube includes a skin rejuvenator, making the skin feel younger and softer.

The Rubina tubes also reduce that slight tan odour that can often occur following a sunbed session.

As winter comes to an end in February (hopefully), so does Tanzone’s winter

offer of 15 per cent off creams, perfect if you’re wanting to get that bronzed look before you hit the beach this summer.

Making an appointment at Tanzone has never been easier, as you’re now able to pre-book a sunbed through their app.

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A wedding for all seasons SPRING, SUMMER, AUTUMN OR WINTER... WONDERING WHAT IS THE BEST TIME TO TIE THE KNOT? HERE ARE OUR TOP TIPS FOR PLANNNG A WEDDING IN EACH SEASON. BY RHIANA HUGHES.

ith Christmas and New Year having just passed, and Valentine’s Day on its way, if they haven’t already, our timelines and inboxes are sure to start filling up with engagement announcements from happy couples excited to tie the knot.

If you’re newly engaged, planning a proposal or eagerly awaiting a ring in the near future, one thing you’ll have to consider as soon as the planning gets underway is what time of year you want to meet at the altar.

There are plenty of ways to host a beautiful wedding in each of our 12 months, and we’re here to help you on your way down the aisle with our top five tips for planning a wedding in each season.

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WINTER

SPRING

1. Choose wisely

1. Flower power

For those of you willing to brave a bit of a breeze, you’re likely to have more options available to you when it comes to choosing your venue.

A lot of venues offer off-peak rates, so make sure you shop around not only to find the perfect place for you, but also to scout out the best deals if you’re trying to stick to a budget.

Once you think you’ve found your dream location, make sure to pay a visit in the evening before you commit to anything.

While a venue may be stunning in the daytime, you’ll want to be sure it’s equally as eye-catching after the sun has set.

With spring comes the blossoming of beautiful flowers, and there are countless ways in which florals can be seamlessly incorporated into your big day; whether it’s your dress featuring a subtle floral motif, your bouquet full of the season’s best and brightest, or a Kim and Kanye inspired flower wall (without the hefty price tag).

2. Check the heating If you’re getting married in the colder months, you’ll definitely need to check on how your venue stays warm.

Most modern buildings and large hotels and homes are usually fine, but when it comes to older buildings like churches and barns, there’s often very little to no heating built in to the venue. Find this out ahead of time so that you can get to work on sourcing blankets and heaters to avoid numb fingers and toes in the pews.

3. Send RSVPs ASAP Give your guests plenty of notice ahead of your winter wedding, especially if you’re planning to tie the knot around the festive period as you may well find that people’s calendars start to fill up with work and family commitments.

You’ll also want to give your guests a heads up if you’re planning to hold parts of your big day outdoors, so they can plan their outfits accordingly and make sure any little ones are wrapped up.

4. Don’t shy away from sparkle Whether it’s adding a touch of shimmer to your wedding gown, or you want your bridesmaids to shine, winter is the perfect time of year to add some sparkle. Shops will be full of glittery dresses ahead of the festive season, of if you’re getting married after Christmas and New Year, there are sure to be plenty of beautiful dresses on sale for a bargain price.

5. Get covered Wedding insurance is important in every season, but winter brings up some more obvious concerns when it comes to the smooth running of events.

Plenty of providers will cover you if your big day is affected by bad weather, if suppliers can’t make it to the venue or even if wedding cars fail, so look around and find the right cover for you.

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2. Go natural If you’re going with the natural look with your dress and décor, why not follow suit with your hair and makeup?

Opt for a messy bun or simple flowing tresses, paired with glowing, dewy skin and earthy eyeshadow.

3. April showers While hopefully the sun will be shining on your wedding day, spring can be one of the most unpredictable times of year when it comes to the weather in the UK. Make sure you’ve got a plan in place just in case the heaven’s open,

especially if you’re planning an outdoor ceremony. Stock up on wellies and umbrellas so you’re not stuck with soggy sulking guests.

4. Egg each other on If you’re able to dodge the dodgy weather and you’re planning your wedding around Easter, why not set up an Easter egg hunt? Fun for kids and the adults too, it’s a great way to break up the day.

There are plenty of ways to include Easter in your big day without it seeming like an overwhelming theme.

Try your hand at DIY and turn eggs into decorated place settings, or hand out bags of mini chocolate eggs as party favours.

5. Destination unknown If you’re not wanting to leave the success of your big day up to Mother Nature, then perhaps a destination wedding is the way to go for you, and there are countless countries where you’ll be almost guaranteed sun throughout the spring months.

Confetti SUMMER 1. Save the date As well as summer being the most popular season for couples to walk down the aisle, it’s also the time of year that most of us jet off on our holidays. Make sure you give your nearest and dearest plenty of notice once you’ve set the date to make sure they’re there to watch you say I do.

2. Hide from the sun You’re probably thinking why would I plan a wedding in the summer just to sit in the shade? As much as you should enjoy the weather on your wedding day, if the summers to come are anything like the one we were blessed with in 2018, you’ll still need to be careful.

If your ceremony is outside, have parasols and sunglasses on hand for your guests, and if you think most of your reception will be spent outdoor too, don’t skimp on the sun cream and consider setting up a gazebo or tent for anyone not wanting to catch a tan.

3. Stay hydrated While we all love a drink at a summer wedding, make sure you’re well stocked up on water for you and your guests so you’re not spending the next day nursing a nasty hangover.

A great way to keep cool is to hire an ice cream van and serve some boozy ice lollies.

4. Keep your flowers cool Make sure you’re thinking ahead when it comes to choosing the flowers for your big day. If you’re getting married on a particularly hot day, a lot of flowers are likely to wilt and this will be noticeable in any pictures you take later on in the day. Make sure your flowers are stored well before you walk down the aisle, or go for realistic artificial flowers instead.

5. Make time for touch-ups If you secure a good makeup artist, your makeup should last all day. When it’s hot out, however, there’s bound to be a few touch ups required. If budget isn’t an issue, keep your makeup artist on site all day for frequent fixes so you’re always looking picture perfect.

To save a few pennies, invest in some quality blotting paper and setting powder.

AUTUMN 1. Embrace autumnal colours Autumn is full of beautiful hues of gold, rust and smooth browns, all colours which are easy to incorporate into wedding décor. As the autumn leaves are sure to be falling, why not embrace this and use this as the theme for your wedding stationary?

2. DIY An autumn wedding is the perfect opportunity to try your hand at DIY. Shabby chic and vintage looks often crop up at this time of year, and there are plenty of ways to get crafty in favour of splashing out on expensive centrepieces.

3. Try a theme People can often think themed weddings are a little on the cheesy side, but when done well they can really make a wedding stand out in all the right ways.

Why not dot pumpkins around the venue? They come in all shapes, sizes and colours, so go black and white for the bride and groom or spray paint them gold for a touch of glamour. If

Halloween isn’t your thing, how about turning your wedding into your own bonfire night celebration; see if your venue will allow an open fire, hand out some sparklers and blankets and end the night with a show.

4. Say ‘I do’ at dusk There are some spectacular sunsets throughout the autumn months, and if you don’t mind the cold, it might be worth saying your vows outdoors as the sun goes down. It’ll make for some stunning photographs and will get everyone feeling romantic.

5. Check your photographer’s portfolio As with a winter wedding, or any wedding taking place in the latter hours of the day, you’ll need to be mindful of how pictures will look when taken after dark. When choosing a wedding photographer to capture your day, ensure you take a good look through their body of work to see if their work is consistent through different times of day and whether it stands up in tougher weather. www.rmcmedia.co.uk 17

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Many ladies don’t know where to begin when they start looking for an outfit for a wedding or special occasion, but that’s where Pink Boutique come in.

Owner Sandie Wenham has over 40 years’ expertise making ladies look and feel fabulous. So don’t worry, you’re in safe hands.

Their ranges in stock are from sizes 10 to 24, and can be tailored to fit perfectly by their seamstress. Hats and fascinators are available to hire from £10. All budgets are covered from designers including Lizabella, Ella Boo, Frank Lyman, Zeila, Cabotine, Lexus and couture collections by Ispirato, Luis Civit, Linea Raffaelli and John Charles.

Booking an appointment helps Sandie and her team provide a more personal service. Allow up to two hours.

Although, appointments are not essential.

Weekdays are usually quieter, while weekends can be very busy.

If you’re searching for the perfect

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mother of the bride outfit, look no further, as Pink have been specialising in this area for a number of years.

“We’ve been offering mother of the bride outfits for nine years now, and believe we have the best selection around. Customers are always saying how impressed they are by the wide range of styles and sizes we offer.”

Everything is colour coordinated in the boutique, with matching hats and accessories on display, making your shopping experience all the more inspiring. There are dresses for every

budget including hats for hire. Just tell Sandie or a member of staff your price range, style and size, and they will be happy to assist you.

Visit Pink Boutique Birdwell on Facebook to read their fantastic reviews.

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FASHION

Ronald Joyce Veni Infantino collection available at New Image, 277 Middlewood Road, Hillsborough, S6 4HD. Tel: 0114 234 4880. www.new-image.co.uk

Joseph Ribkoff polka dot dress. £245. Available from Izzi of Baslow, Radcliffe House, Nether End, Baslow, Derbyshire, DE45 1SR. Tel: 01246 582500. www.izziofbaslow.com

Available from Harrison, 293-295 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield, S11 8NX. Tel: 0114 268 2062. www.harrisonclothing.co.uk

Cream and navy spot dress available from She Fashion, 56 Knifesmithgate, Chesterfield, S40 1RQ. Tel: 01246 275275. www.shefashions.co.uk

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FASHION

Sahara check boucle coat. £295. Available from Chi Chi’s, Unit 16-17, The Forge, Dronfield, S18 1QX. Tel: 01246 417576

Eskdale in walnut calf (also available in black calf). 7mm leather sole.

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Taste the difference WEDDING FOOD HAS COME A LONG WAY. FROM STREET FOOD TO SIZZLING BARBECUES, WE LOOK AT THE CATERING TRENDS TIPPED TO TAKE 2019 BY STORM.

Confetti hen it comes to planning a wedding, it can seem like the list of things to do is never-ending.

Where do you start? Do you pick the date first or find the perfect venue and work around that? Do you find the dress of your dreams at the start of the process or are you worried you’ll fall out of love with it before the big day rolls around? How many guests should you invite? When do you need to pick out your wedding rings?

A lot of the decisions you make when planning your wedding will be based on what you and your partner want. There will inevitably be a few times though, where you start to consider what will matter to your guests. Should you have a live band or a DJ? What kind of party favours should you hand out? Are you inviting children or is it an adults only do? Perhaps most importantly, what will they want to eat?

Wedding food has come a long way since the three-course sit down meal and the age old question of ‘chicken or beef?’

While of course many do still opt for a more formal affair, the food being served to wedding guests is what’s changed considerably in recent years. We take a look at the catering trends tipped to be popping up at weddings throughout 2019 and the foreseeable future.

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Brunch Daytime weddings can be significantly cheaper than those taking place in the afternoon or evening, and with the increasing popularity of brunch across the UK, this seems a no brainer for anyone choosing to get married early on in the day.

Serve brunch favourites such as omelettes, crepes and pastries with mimosas and Bloody Marys. And there are all sorts of popular brunch spots to style yours on, so whether you’d rather mimic the more upscale restaurants or you’re more into the laid back, help yourself style, you’re sure to find the perfect way to incorporate this weekend tradition into your big day.

Just maybe don’t make it bottomless if you want anyone to remember your day…

Late Night Snacks While brunch is a treat for those who love a mid-morning meal, some are deciding to add a bit of fun to the menu for those who stick around after the sun has set.

Late night snacks aren’t new to

weddings, but where people often just opted to serve simple snacks like pizza and burgers, couples are now choosing to dish out their favourite takeaway cuisine or the food that they gravitate to when they get peckish late at night.

If you’re getting married close enough to home, why not give your favourite local takeaway a ring and see if they can help you out?

Food Vans Catering vans are perfect if you’re set to say ‘I do’ outdoors during the summer months. They come in all shapes and sizes serving almost every type of cuisine imaginable, ranging from upscale canapes right down to your local kebab or ice cream van.

Ideal for those who want more of a casual atmosphere, food vans allow the bride and groom to actually take time to grab a bite for themselves while mingling with their friends and family.

Food vans also give the guests more freedom as they can eat when they please rather than being sat down to eat when they’re told to, and nobody wants to spend £100 a head for food to go to waste.

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Confetti confined to the conversations within the table the bride and groom have placed them on.

While buffets make a lot of sense logistically, they’re never exactly a feast for the eyes. Boring beige food is being put behind us to make way for decadent selections of meats, breads and cheeses.

Think oversized charcuterie boards, food as far as the eye can see. Not only for savoury items, grazing tables can be great for desserts too.

Why not consider grazing tables to frame a more formal main course?

Non-traditional Cakes Plant-based snacks are bang on-trend – and delicious

Plant-based Bites People’s eating habits are changing more and more every year, and it’s likely that among your wedding guests you’ll have vegetarians, pescatarians, vegans, plain old omnivores and possibly a couple of guests who are gluten-free.

While it’s great that these days when you go out to dinner there’s something on the menu for everyone, it becomes a little more difficult when you’re trying to keep costs down and keep things running smoothly at a big event like a wedding.

There are some ways to please (almost) everybody though, and serving something that’s full of protein but meatfree is one way to go about it. There are countless dishes out there that are packed full of flavour and are entirely plant-based, so instead of trying to find out the individual dietary requirements of each and every guest, serving a vegan menu could be a cheap and easy solution.

notoriously fussy eaters, kids will enjoy the freedom of being able to choose how simple or exciting their food will be, and their mums and dads won’t have to worry about stopping for food on the way home.

Grazing Tables Grazing tables, if styled well and made up of high-quality ingredients, can be show-stopping. Just as with food vans, grazing tables allow guests the opportunity to socialise rather than being

“Wedding food has come a long way since the three-course sit down meal and the age old question of ‘chicken or beef?’.”

Dinner and a Show If you’re really wanting to wow your guests (and solve the picky-eater problem), then why not find a caterer who can work on-site preparing food to order in front of your guests?

Dishes such as noodles, sushi or even a BBQ menu are easy enough to prepare and will have lower costs than a typical wedding feast, with all the atmosphere and excitement of dining at a high-end restaurant.

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Wedding cakes can be an expensive part of the wedding, and you can be almost certain that the whole thing won’t get eaten. Instead of wasting a large chunk of your budget on something you feel you need rather than want, why not do something different for dessert.

Couples are opting for dessert stations or even desserts designed to mimic the shape of a traditional cake, such as a crepe cake or profiterole tower.

If done well, alternative cakes can look even better in photographs than the original as their unique designs shine, and don’t worry – you can still pop a little bride and groom somewhere if you still want to hold on to a bit of tradition.

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Handmade in the UK, the Pitch Pendant lamp in coral pink comprises a banded spun aluminium shade poised on an internal dome, and its enigmatic glow is sure to subtly draw attention no matter where or how you position it. £160 from www.rume.co.uk

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Younger generations are increasingly reliant on the “bank of mum and dad” and the number of parents and grandparents willing to assist their family has mushroomed in the last 10 years.

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But not everyone thinks about the legal implications of gifts or loans to their children or grandchildren. Before contributing to a property purchase you need to be clear about whether this is a loan to the children, and if so on what terms. If it is a gift what are the risks of your child’s partner or spouse taking advantage of this in the future and claiming a share in it themselves? Do you want to protect it, for

example, by putting it in a trust so that the capital amount is sheltered? Do you want to have the property, or a share in it, in your own name? If so what would be the inheritance tax consequences, stamp duty payable, or the capital gains tax implications when the property is sold or you transfer it to your child. Sometimes what you do will be dictated by a third party if your child is getting a mortgage.

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Couple who have Made Their Mark at the mansion issue Valentine’s Day appeal

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Rotherham man Tom Packer and his American bride Acacia may live thousands of miles away in Tucson, Arizona, but their heart belongs to Wentworth Woodhouse. Having plighted their troth on the front lawns of the stately home three years ago, the couple were thrilled to hear their love will truly now last the tests of time thanks to the house. Their names and the date of their engagement are now etched forever in the roof of the 18th century mansion.

Tom’s mum Lynne Packer, of Clifton, surprised the couple by joining in Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust’s fundraising appeal Make Your Mark in History to sponsor a roof slate in their name.

The family are now urging other people to mark their love by supporting the appeal this Valentine’s Day. WWPT’s Make Your Mark In History appeal asks supporters to sponsor a slate destined for the roof for a suggested minimum donation of £50. Sponsors can have their slate etched with messages and names, following a tradition set by craftsmen who have secretly been leaving their mark in the roof for more than 200 years. The appeal could raise up to £200,000 towards the estimated £200million needed to restore the house. Find out more at www.wentworthwoodhouse.org.uk

Quilt to quit A recent Sheffield initiative, Quilt to Quit, offered pregnant smokers a starter pack of quilting templates, fabric, sewing thread, needle and easy-to-follow instructions.

The women were given an initial demonstration of sewing techniques and then one-to-one specialist advice and support on a weekly basis. Every week they received additional templates and material. It was argued that quilting gave the women something to do with their hands, taught them a new skill, and had the added benefit of them making a gift for their new baby.

Energy tips from Bumfords Here are some top energy-saving tips from Bumfords to make sure you stay snug and warm through the coldest months without sending heating bills through the roof.

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• Buy a draught excluder. You could save up to £35 a year when you get rid of all the draughts in your house. *source: Energy Saving Trust • Consider installing insulation. Installing cavity wall insulation could save you around £160 a year and loft installation could save around £140. *source: Energy Saving Trust • Upgrade your single glazing to double or triple glazing and prevent heat escaping through your windows.

• Upgrade your heating controls to new smart internet controls and turn your heating on and off, even when you’re away.

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John’s landmark birthday John Birkhill BEM, aka The Man with a Pram, is one of Sheffield’s most famous local heroes and he was 80 on 4 January. John was the guest of honour at a surprise birthday party organised by Radio Sheffield at the Town Hall and featured live on the Toby Foster show.

Among the many guests were ex-minister of sport Richard Caborn, BBC Look North’s Harry Gration and Sheffield Lord Mayor Magid Magid.

The Sixer area was represented by Percy Pud race director Richard Dunk and organiser Alan Barnett. John is a regular at the race held in the Loxley Valley every December.

Old army pal Alan White and workmate Derek Parkin from Express Dairy were full of admiration for the energy and effort he still shows.

John’s wife and daughter both died from cancer, which started him on his quest to raise money for the Macmillan Cancer Support Charity. John says he loves every minute of meeting people whilst raising over £750,000 to date for the charity.

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Every Thursday: Bradfield Parish Archives open for Family, Local and Social History research in Parish Offices, Mill Lee Road, Low Bradfield 9.30am – 3.30pm, further details 0114 285 1375 or 0114 233 7463 or Email: archives@bradfield-yorks-pc.gov.uk Monday 4 March: Monthly meeting of Bradfield Historical Society at 7.30pm in Low Bradfield village hall – AGM followed by a talk by Alan Hancock – The Maybrick Murder. Non-members welcome, further detail: 0114 233 7463 or email: bradfield.history@mypostoffice.co.uk Monday 11 March: Great Sheffield Flood Anniversary Walk – start at 10.30am from Low Bradfield car park to Dale Dyke Reservoir and return around 1pm – further details: 0114 233 7463 or visit website: bradfield-walkers.org.uk Tuesday 12 March: Great Sheffield Flood Anniversary Walk up the Loxley Valley – start at 10.30am from Malin Bridge Supertram Terminus and finish at

Damflask Reservoir around 1pm – further details 0114 233 7463 or visit website: bradfield-walkers-org.uk Saturday 16 March: Bradfield Village Hall, Bradfield Market – food, crafts and refreshments, 9am-2pm. Tel: 0114 285 1227 Saturday 16 March: Bradflix Film Club, Bradfield Village Hall, Low Bradfield, ‘Bohemian Rhapsody (12A)’, 7pm, bar and refreshments, bring your own chair or bean bag if you wish, www.bradflix.co.uk Thursday 21 March: Hillsborough and Owlerton Local History Group – History of Sheffield Hospitals by Mary Garside, 7.45pm, Hillsborough Sports Arena, Hillsborough Park, S6 4HA, £2 for visitors. Tel: 0114 286 3017.

Saturday 23 March: Bradfield Village Hall – Reilly and Nitikman celebrate the music of Elton John and Billy Joel, 7pm, £12.40, tickets from Flask End Post office, www.bradflix.co.uk or Jim, tel: 0114 285 1951.

Monday 25 March: Wadsley and Loxley Commoners – What Does Sheffield’s Nature Do for Us – talk by Alison Holt.

Entrance fee £3.50 members, £4 visitors, includes refreshments and homemade cake, 7.30pm, Wadsley Church Hall, Worrall Road, S6 4BA. Monday 1 April: Monthly meeting of Bradfield Historical Society at 7.30pm in Low Bradfield village hall – illustrated talk by Mike Higginbottom – Demolished Sheffield – non-members welcome – further details 0114 233 7463.

Welcome to my office Views from the roofs of S6 Simon Slater of Slater’s Aerial Services has a different ‘office view’ to most of us – a rooftop vista of Sheffield.

But can you guess where in S6 he was when he took this photograph? To find out, see next month’s Sixer or follow @SlatersAerials on Twitter – the answer will be revealed at the end of each month.

In our December issue Simon offered a special prize of a fantastic food hamper which was won by Steve from Stannington, pictured here (left) accepting his prize from Simon. The view was of Stannington Road looking towards the Anvil pub.

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As a lawyer, Henry Hill knows just how important it is to have a have a properly prepared will. But it was only when he and his primary school teacher partner Emily made some very important life decisions that they decided it was time to make a will – and support St Luke’s Hospice Now in its ninth successful year, St Luke’s Will Month is a partnership between the hospice and 12 top city solicitors, running for a strictly limited period throughout the whole of April.

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To find out more about Will Month call the St Luke’s Will Month hotline 0114 235 7551 or email info@hospicesheffield.co.uk or visit www.stlukeshospice.org.uk

Edith celebrates her 100th birthday with special celebration There were Royal greetings as Sheffield woman Edith Beresford celebrated her 100th birthday.

Cards from the Queen and Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Amber Rudd MP were among the special messages for Sheffield born Edith, who is a resident as Midhurst Residential Care Home in the Foxhill area of Sheffield.

Edith is seen with her niece Lynn (left) and Diane Flynn, the Midhurst manager.

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BUDDING ARTISTS ARE INVITED TO ADD A SPLASH OF COLOUR TO OUR EASTER MAGAZINE – AND YOU COULD WIN YOURSELF A FABULOUS PRIZE, COURTESY OF BEV COUKHAM AT HILLSBOROUGH’S CURO GALLERY. alling all would-be young artists... we are getting together with Curo Gallery owner Bev Coukham to organise an Easter painting competition for local children.

The competition is open to all youngsters aged 12 and under in the North Sheffield area, and we are looking for a painting or drawing with a seasonal theme and a splash of colour. It could include a religious element, Easter bunnies, spring chicks, chocolate eggs... the subject matter is all down to the individual and his or her imagination.

And don’t forget this is a Sheffield competition so if you want to throw in a familiar local landmark too, that would be great.

The closing date is Friday 22 February, so you have plenty of time, but don’t leave it too long... get your thinking caps on now.

Regular readers may recall our art competition from Christmas 2017. Bev,

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whose gallery is on Middlewood Road in Hillsbrough, was also our judge then and she was hugely impressed with the standard of art and the lively imaginations at work.

If you’re anxious that your art skills may not be up to scratch, don’t worry.

Bev’s advice is to just enjoy yourself, get stuck in and see what happens.

“Art doesn’t have to look perfect,” she says. “It should be about the passion and enjoyment you get out of it.”

After the closing date we’ll examine all the entries and, with Bev Coukham as guest judge, we’ll come up with a winner.

The winner will be invited by Bev (accompanied by a parent or responsible adult, of course) to visit Curo Gallery to choose a bespoke frame for the winning picture to be displayed in. The framed artwork will then be displayed in the window of Curo Gallery for all to see over the Easter holidays, after which the winner gets to keep their framed effort.

The winner will also, of course, be featured in a future issue of Sixer along with more fabulous examples of artwork from the best of the runners-up.

Sixer / Pulse Easter Painting Competition HOW TO ENTER: Choose your Easter theme and complete a painting or drawing.

Wrap it carefully and post it to: Chris Wilson, Painting Competition, RMC Media, 6 Broadfield Court, Broadfield Business Park, Sheffield, S8 0XF. Please be sure to enclose full name, address, telephone and/or email address (parents or responsible adults may want to help here!)

Entries close on Friday 22 February

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• Level 2+ Early Years Practitioner • Early Years Teacher Working within an Early Years team, successful candidates will be familiar with the EYFS and regulatory requirements.

Efficient in contributing towards planning and the implantation of activities, applicants will have previous early years’ experience and hold relevant training certificates in safeguarding and first aid.

If you are compassionate, fun and energetic with the motivation to help children achieve the best start in life, we would love to hear from you.

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Families can face difficult choices and be forced into difficult conversations. Will they be able to cope? Is it better for their parents to go into a care home? What will be the impact on them if they are forced to leave their home? These were just some of the questions that faced Fred’s family.

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ensure that their Dad was able to stay in his own home. It was at this point that the family reached out to local care provider Visiting Angels. Visiting Angels managing director Dan Archer takes up the story: “At Visiting Angels we know that people are happier in their own home and surveys amongst doctors have shown that home is also a healthier place for people to stay.”

Visiting Angels provide a regular care at home service to the family with the same caregivers visiting each week and each visit being unrushed and tailored exactly to Fred’s needs. His daughter says: “The Visiting Angels that visit my Dad have already made a real difference to our family. It was important to us that we were able to choose who visited my Dad and Visiting Angels allowed us to choose our caregiver.” www.visiting-angels.co.uk

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Match made in heaven MAKE YOUR WEDDING RINGS EXTRA SPECIAL WITH PERSONAL TOUCHES, SUCH AS USING GOLD WITH SENTIMENTAL VALUE FROM FAMILY HEIRLOOMS. ZOE LEWIS, JEWELLER AND GEMMOLOGIST AT PA JEWELLERY, LOOKS AT THE OPTIONS. our wedding rings are an important part of your big day and will remain with you throughout your marriage as a symbol of the love you share and the promises you have made to each other. Increasingly couples wish to make their wedding rings extra special by adding personal touches and we have a variety of ways in which we can help you make your rings as individual as your relationship.

We are regularly asked if we can make wedding bands out of customer’s gold.

The answer is yes! Supplying metal for your rings can allow you to transfer the sentimental value of family heirlooms; many customers will use pieces of jewellery, perhaps even wedding rings, left to them by family members, giving the new rings a rich, unique and personal history. This is what the customers whose rings feature in the images for this article did.

Don’t worry if the gold you have is not all the same fineness, we can mix 9ct, 18ct and 22ct together. The finished piece will assay at whatever fineness the metal reaches so such a mixture may

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receive a 9ct or 14ct hallmark; as an extra local detail the rings will be assayed at the Sheffield Assay Office and receive the Sheffield assay mark. We can also work with your platinum or silver.

Our experienced goldsmiths will melt your jewellery into a single piece and work it into your chosen shape and profile by hand.

Your handmade ring can be further personalised; whether it is a modern brushed finish, detailed hand-engraved pattern or row of sparkling diamonds, there are a wide range of options available to allow your wedding ring to match an existing engagement ring or ensure it reflects your personality and style.

Many customers choose to finish their rings with a personalised message engraved

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inside the band. This could be the date of your wedding, your initials or lyrics from your first dance song; the choice is yours.

If you prefer to wear metals with a silver colour but want to use family gold, then our expert team of goldsmiths have some clever solutions. Using a platinum, palladium or a white gold band for the main body of the ring, we can inlay a narrow strip of your gold as a stylish finishing touch.

Alternatively, if you don’t want any gold on show we can use your metal as the core band with a solid white metal overlay. When the ring is being worn the gold cannot be seen but if you take the ring off you can see the extra special core beneath.

Visit us and speak to our jewellers to discuss your requirements and find out how we can make your wedding rings with a personal touch.

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TRAVEL

Arabian adventure OMAN IS ONE OF THE MOST EXCITING TOURIST DESTINATIONS IN THE MIDDLE EAST.

The Muttrah district of Muscat at sunset

ombining breathtaking natural beauty with a well-preserved cultural heritage, the Sultanate of Oman is one of the least known, yet most exciting tourist destinations in the Middle East.

The country perches on the south-east tip of the Arabian Peninsula, overlooking the Arabian Sea, the Gulf of Oman and the Persian Gulf. Within this stretch of land lies an amazing range of scenery, sights and activities.

Visit the capital city of Muscat, which offers a glimpse of authentic Arabia with bustling waterfronts, souks and alleyways; explore magnificent forts and palaces, ancient fishing villages and archaeological sites; enjoy 4x4 excursions into the rolling dunes of Sharqiya Sands and the impressive peaks of the Hajar mountains; take a dhow trip and go snorkelling along the coastline of the Musandam Peninsula; or simply relax in the tropical atmosphere of Salalah.

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Muscat enchants visitors in a way that no other city in the Gulf can even begin to match. The old port area is the site of the sultanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s main palace and a fascinating place to wander around.

There are three forts in Muscat, all of which took on their more or less present form in the 1580s during the Portuguese occupation of Muscat.

Mutrah Fort sits on a hill while Jalali and Mirani forts guard the entrance to Muscat.

All of the forts are still used by the police and/or military and are closed to the public, but it is permitted to photograph them.

Muscat also has by far the best aquarium in the Gulf; all of the specimens on display are native to Omani waters and most are accompanied by thorough descriptions in English.

A two-hour drive from Muscat is the historic town of Nizwa, set amid palms and fringed by towering mountains.

Once the capital in the sixth and seventh centuries, Nizwa is now known for the immense fortifications of its circular fort and the large, bustling souk where you can haggle for beautiful silver jewellery.

Visit early on a Friday to see the local farmers bring their animals to be inspected, auctioned and sold to the highest bidders.

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TRAVEL

Jabal Akhdar

Ras al Hadd Turtle Reserve

The area of Jabal Akhdar, meaning ‘Green Mountain’, forms part of the Al Hajar mountain range. They extend 300km from north-west to south-east, approximately 50km inland from the Gulf of Oman coast and are known as one of Oman’s most spectacular areas.

The range is mostly desert, but at higher altitudes receives around 12 inches of precipitation annually, allowing the growth of shrubs and trees as well as agriculture and gives the mountain its name. The area is famous for its traditional rose water extraction and agricultural products including pomegranate, apricot, peach and walnut.

The Jabal is mostly inhabited by the ancient Arab tribe Bani Riyam. Most descendants of the tribe are now in nearby towns such as Nizwa and Izki while some also inhabit Ibra.

Covering an area of 120 sq km of beach, two lagoons and coastal lands, the Ras al Hadd Turtle Reserve is one of the principal sites in the world to view the estimated 20,000 turtles that come to lay their eggs in the reserve.

Turtles lay eggs all year round but the best time to view this event is between August and September along the 45km stretch of coast between Ras al Hadd and Ras al Ruwais. For visitors there is an excellent information centre providing further information about the turtles.

Ras al Jinz is another Unesco-listed turtle nesting site. It is also an archaeological site containing a number of interesting graves and settlements from the prehistoric period.

Explore the Sharqiya Sands by 4x4

Sharqiya Sands Further to the east is the spectacular desert landscape of Sharqiya Sands, where bedouin tribes live with their camels. Explore the rolling dunes on thrilling 4x4 drives or camel-back rides.

There are also several campsites where you can watch the colours of the sunset over the desert before experiencing the silence of a night beneath innumerable twinkling stars.

Nakhal Fort

WHEN TO TRAVEL: Oman is very hot and humid during the summer, while the winter months are much more bearable.

The coast does remain humid throughout the year and, although the interior is warmer, the heat is dry and less oppressive. Between October and May are the ideal times to travel climate-wise, as summer temperatures on the coast frequently hit 40 degrees Celsius.

Cox & Kings offer smallgroup or private tours of Oman starting from £2,070 for their eight-night tour ‘Oman: An Arabian Odyssey’.The tour visits Muscat, the Ras al Jinz turtle reserve, Sharqiya Sands, Nizwa and Jabal Akhdar. For more information contact Spa Travel on 01937 845678.

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SEVEN-SEAT PRACTICALITY ALSO BRINGS AN ELEMENT OF FUN IN THIS MONTH’S ROUND-UP. BY JORDAN CUTFORTH.

SEAT SUV flagship If the Skoda Kodiaq is not your cup of tea then SEAT has a great alternative – the Tarraco.

The Tarraco sits above the Ateca and Arona to be SEAT’s flagship model, being the firm’s only seven-seater option.

Starting at £28,320, the Tarraco has got some stiff competition to fend off, but being a SEAT, it should be a solid and reliable choice for any family.

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Powered by the firm’s most powerful diesel engine ever fitted to one of their cars – a 237bhp 2.0-litre four-pot – the Kodiaq vRS can sprint from 0-62mph in 7.0 seconds and go onto 136mph.

No too shabby when you’re seven up and full of luggage!

The vRS will be permanent allwheel drive with a seven-speed DSG transferring the power to the wheels.

On a combined run, the vRS can

achieve 44.1mpg with 167g/km of CO2 being produced.

Inside, it’s all very vRS-like yet practical enough for every situation.

On sale in January. Price approximately £43,000.

In the works Spider fan The 720S just got a whole lot cooler.

Welcome everyone to the spider – McLaren’s convertible edition of the 720S. Powered by a 710hp 4.0-litre twinturbo engine, the 720S is one of the fastest road cars ever to have been produced. Top speed is 212mph and 2.9 seconds 0-62mph time. It can still achieve 202mph with the roof down.

Weighing in at 1,332kg, it’s only 44kg heavier than the coupe, yet it’s still 88kg lighter than the nearest competition. This is all thanks to the carbon fibre body structure and new retractable hard top, which can lower or raise in 11 seconds – the fastest in the supercar class.

Deliveries to customers will commence in March of 2019.

Priced will start at £237,000.

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From March 2019 the newly revised John Cooper Works edition of the Mini Cooper will be back.

Coming in coupe and convertible styles, the JCW will come with a 2.0-litre 231hp powerplant with either a six-speed manual or eight-speed Tiptronic automatic gearbox. The former acquires figures of 40.9mpg combined and 157-158g/km of CO2 for the coupe; 39.8 to 40.4 mpg and 161-162g/km for the convertible. The latter 45.6-46.3mpg and 140-142g/km for the coupe; 43.5-44.1mpg and 145148g/km for the convertible.

With the six-speed manual option, the coupe can accelerate to 62mph in 6.3 seconds and 6.6 seconds for the convertible.

Standard specification includes sport suspension with 17-inch John Cooper Works alloy wheels, sports braking system and John Cooper Works Aerodynamic Kit. Available to order now.