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Properties of the month

CHECK OUT THESE HOMES, CURRENTLY ON THE MARKET WITH LOCAL ESTATE AGENTS.

Blenheim Park Estates

1 Holmesfield Grove, Waverley, Rotherham, S60 8WF

Offers in the region of £395,000

Positioned within the sought-after Waverley development and being situated on a corner plot within a cul-de-sac is 1 Holmesfield Grove, a fabulous four-bedroomed detached home. The property offers generous accommodation that is ideal for every day family living and includes a bright and airy lounge, a spacious dining kitchen with integrated appliances, three goodsized double bedrooms and two bathrooms. Set within the well-proportioned, low maintenance garden is a versatile summer house and a superb seating terrace that has provision for a hot tub.

Staves

Norton Park View, Norton £450,000

A fantastic and rare opportunity has arisen to purchase this simply stunning three bedroom semi detached home which has been extensively and lovingly refurbished by the current owners to create this fabulous family home. The property boasts a superb dining kitchen/family room with large bi-folding doors opening onto the southerly facing rear garden. To the first floor is a spacious Master bedroom, a further generous double bedroom, a roomy single room and large family bathroom. Externally, the property boasts a generous block paved driveway and large enclosed private garden.

Cherry bomb

CHIC, SULTRY AND EFFORTLESSLY STYLISH - CHERRY RED IS UNDENIABLY THE ‘IT’ SHADE OF THE AUTUMN SEASON. WHETHER YOU’RE JUST LOOKING FOR A FEW STATEMENT ACCESSORIES OR WANT TO GO ALL OUT WITH THIS TREND, WE HAVE A LITTLE SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE.

1 Dunelm wavy photo frame £8. www.dunelm.com 2 The Hampton kitchen range makes a powerful statement in any home. smilekitchens.com 3 A rug from Pappelina is exclusively woven from the purest plastic ribbons made in Sweden. Otto berry background £235. pappelina.com/en 4 Audrey double bed in claret. sofa.com 5 Luxurious and sustainable candlestick hand crafted from reclaimed table legs and gilded in genuine red dyed silver leaf, £160. webbandgray.com 6 In deep colours for a warm festive feel, this tall ribbed glass vase is set to transform your décor. ivylinegb.co.uk 7 The Thatcham Gents Chair is a slightly wider armchair with a stylish, classic look that is incredibly comfortable with plump, sumptuous seat cushions, £2,346. www.darlingsofchelsea.co.uk 8 Small cherry ornament £30. www.rockettstgeorge.co.uk 9 Primary Home red dappled glass candle £8. www.primark.com

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Desenio ‘Mon Cheri’ poster, £9.95. desenio.com

11 Amuse La Bouche cherry candy stripe ruffle cushion cover £85. www.roseandgrey.co.uk 12 Acupanel® colour scarlet red acoustic wood wall panels £189.99. www.thewoodveneerhub.co.uk 13 HomeSense sensory cyberpunk red lips flocked vase £14.99. www.homesense.com 14 Benjamin Moore ‘Cranberry Cocktail’ paint. From £20 per 0.94L. www.benjaminmoorepaint.co.uk 15 HomeSense red chest. www.homesense.com 16 Marks & Spencer cast aluminium five-litre casserole dish £49.50. www.marksandspencer.com

17 Large temple jar table lamp on wooden base £1,629. www.besselink.com 18 Jellycat Fabulous Fruit soft toy £11.50. www.jeremyshomestore.co.uk

19 Mid-sized Shanxi red lacquer cabinet, £3,195. www.shimu.co.uk

20 Bold monkey ‘Such a Stud’ lounge chair in red £489. www.cuckooland.com 21 TK Maxx red throw £14.99. www.tkmaxx.com 22 Retro telephone 746 in red £50. www.cuckooland.com 23 TK Maxx red velvet shade and pineapple base £16.99. www.tkmaxx.com 24 TK Maxx red footstool £39.99. www.tkmaxx.com 25 The sumptuous berry and rose taupe double-sided velvet cushion by Bivian will bring a touch of touch of glamour to your sofa, armchair or bed, £75. www.limelace.co.uk 26 Dunelm Bobbin photo frame. www.dunelm.com 27 Ariel armchair in claret £795. sofa.com 28 Nuage is a wonderfully unique piece featuring a dreamy white cloud illustration set against a magenta textured background, £38. aureus.co

Get your home ready for winter

Feels Like Home

If you want a bit of the outdoors, indoors then you’ve come to the right place. Feels Like Home don’t just appreciate plants, pots and terrariums, they love them. And they want to bring that love to you and your home.

Whatever you are looking for, whether a particular plant, planter or terrarium, or just some advice on how to look after your plants, then the team are here for you.

Plants breathe life and colour into a property and make it feel more like a home. They are also proven to improve your mood, reduce fatigue and lower stress levels.

Feels Like Home offer a tailor-made service to get the right plants to enhance your space. At the quaint store on South Road, you’ll find indoor plants, plant pots, plantcare, terrariums as well as workshops and installation. Visit www.feelslike-home.co.uk to find out more.

Bi-Fold Network by Vision Windows

Bi-Fold Network are trade manufacturers of smarts, aluminium windows and doors, supplying everything from bifold doors and sliding patios to windows and entrance doors.

Visofold bifold doors are available in a range of opening configurations to suit any application. They can be folded internally or externally and with the opening at the side (so the sashes all fold one way), at one end (to create a single entrance door) or in the middle (to give the option of a double door).

The highly-versatile, easy-to-operate system is the perfect option for even the largest project, capable of opening up an entire wall, yet presenting a contemporary, elegant glazed façade when closed.

The Bi-Fold Network has been supplying the trade for over 20 years and offer a ten-year manufacturer’s guarantee. Call 0114 231 3133 or visit www.bifoldnetwork.com to find out more.

Chatsworth Garage Doors

Chatsworth Garage Doors offer an excellent range of garage doors and affordable Front doors for clients in and around Sheffield, Derbyshire and all the surrounding regions.

The full range includes but not limited to up and over doors, sectional Doors, Side Hung and roller doors all supplied by the industry’s leading manufacturers.

Other products available are window shutter systems, security shutter systems, Multiple choice of remote control systems, garage door spare parts along with an emergency repair service. Feel free to visit the new purpose-built showroom on Attercliffe Common displaying a comprehensive range of products in real life brickwork openings.

Call today for a free onsite quotation (insert number) or email sales@chatsworthgaragedoors.co.uk

CE+CA

Chiles Evans + Care Architects (CE+CA) is a multi-awardwinning design-led practice based in Sheffield.

Their work is underpinned by sustainability, practicality and attention to detail. They like working collaboratively with clients to achieve inspirational designs and carry out a broad range of work, from schools and churches to altering houses or making new homes. CE+CA are motivated by ethical and thoughtful solutions to help create better homes and buildings.

Their work has been shown on Channel 4’s ‘Ugly House to Lovely House with George Clarke’ and on ‘Grand Designs House of the Year’ in 2023.

To find out more, call 0114 399 1014 or visit cecastudio.co.uk

Crookes & Son

Crookes & Son Traditional Joinery have been crafting the highest-quality wooden windows and doors at their Sheffield-based factory since 2010.

They blend detailed design with premium materials and cutting-edge technologies to ensure your wooden windows and doors are as enduring as they are beautiful.

Whether you are a homeowner looking to replace your existing windows and doors or a developer needing to restore a listed building, you will find a range of timber windows and doors to suit your specific needs. The range of products include traditional, historic and contemporary, ensuring we have a bespoke window or door perfect for you.

To find out more, call 0114 233 0699 or visit crookesjoinery.co.uk

FROM BATHROOMS TO ROOFING, WINDOWS AND MORE, YOU’LL FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED WITH THESE LOCAL BUSINESSES AND SERVICES.

Dobson Clarke Ltd

Dobson and Clarke Ltd are continually working hard to produce exceptional bathrooms and kitchens, as well as wet rooms, shower rooms, extensions, stoves and open fires, outdoor paving and many other plumbing and building requirements. The team welcome a design challenge and together with fantastic suppliers offer a first class service to suit all budgets. As a Which? accredited trusted trader Dobson and Clarke offer sound advice, work under a code of conduct and carefully put together quotes that are respectful of all tastes and budgets.

Please contact them on 07979 598401 or visit dobsonandclarke.co.uk; the team look forward to meeting you.

Dronfield Carpets & Floors

Celebrating over 15 years in business, Dronfield Carpets & Floors would like to thank all their customers for their continued support and look forward to providing the same great service for many years to come…

“Being a local privately owned company, we fully understand the importance of offering quality products backed up with professional and friendly customer service,” said owner Thomas Straw. “Our commitment to our customers is based upon the service we offer from start to finish. From the minute you step foot into our exclusive showroom you will be greeted by one of our dedicated team who will ensure you find the perfect flooring solution for you and your lifestyle.”

Dronfield Carpets & Floors is the area’s leading flooring retailer, offering a large selection of flooring coverings, roll stock and roll ends.

Call 01246 292391 or visit www.dronfieldcarpetsandfloors.co.uk to find out more.

Ferndale Garden Centre

We can all enjoy the Spirit of Christmas. The bright lights, the lovely decorations and luxuriant Christmas trees give a great lift in the middle of winter & nativity scenes remind us of where it all started. Bringing out your old decorations bring to mind people and Christmases past and adding new decorations to your tree builds your family history in miniature year on year.

New decorations, Christmas trees, and lights are always a feature of ‘Christmas @ Ferndale’ and are carefully chosen to compliment your existing decorations for your Christmas home while also offering contemporary ideas. This year is no different. New better value Christmas trees, many already covered in LEDs, are available this year. Take a close look when you visit, you will be surprised by what we’ve found for Christmas 2023, but shop early for the best selection.

Call 01246 412763 or visit ferndalegardencentre.co.uk to find out more.

Dobson Roofing

Dobson Roofing Servies has been in business over 40 years this year and offer flat roofing membranes, including EPDM and high tensile roofing felts, slating and tiling, natural stone slating, UPVC fascia and soffits, all types of guttering and timber, PVC and aluminium, and Velux roof lights and roof joinery.

They have re-roofed over 2,000 domestic properties, 40 schools, ten university buildings and five hospitals. Recent contracts include the Lyric Theatre in Dinnington for Rotherham Council and Greendale Court in Dronfield for Rykneld Homes. They offer a free advisory and estimates service and a full detailed report, as well as offering guarantees ranging from 10-20 years.

Call 01246 411088 or visit www.dobsonroofingservices.co.uk

David J Martin

In their workshop on Springvale Road, David J Martin create kitchens that are the envy of many, from traditional Shaker-style units to ultramodern contemporary units, which are available in any colour and any sheen.

Everything – and that does mean every single thing – is made from scratch with kitchens painstakingly designed to the last millimetre to suit the size and style of the home and meet the requirements of the customer. Ever y piece of wood is sanded in house, every colour is mixed and sprayed by the company’s own full time professional paint sprayer, and every sharp corner is rounded off by hand.

There’s more to David J Martin than kitchens - they can also create furniture for your bedroom, study or lounge that cater to all styles. Call 0114 268 6718 or visit www.david-jmartin.co.uk to find out more.

Frame-ups Windows Ltd

Established in 1985, Frame-ups

Windows Ltd have built a name throughout Sheffield as a leading supplier of sliding sash windows, hardwood and softwood replacement windows, doors and conservatories. Their team of highly-skilled staff have over 40 years’ combined experience in the trade and take absolute pride in producing the highest quality examples of workmanship.

Frame-ups Windows service the whole of Sheffield and surrounding areas such as Rotherham, Doncaster, Dronfield, Barnsley, Hathersage, Hope Valley and Baslow.

Customers are both domestic and commercial - from homeowners wanting to revamp their houses, to small businesses and other companies in the trade requiring window supplies. They also provide subcontractor services if required.

Call 0114 234 9993 or visit frameups-windows.co.uk

Hancock & Read

Hancock & Read have provided a prestigious design and manufacturing service exceeding over 35 years now and are renowned around Dore, Whirlow, Hope Valley and other areas of South Yorkshire and Derbyshire for their quality commercial and residential furniture.

Speaking of the stresses related to running your own business, said Mark Read: “We have weathered a few recessions over the past 37 years, changing with the times, from a commercial bar fitting firm to a high-end residential furniture manufacturer. Recently the Covid pandemic has been an entirely new challenge which we have endured and are pleased to be back to work, busier then ever and loving what we do.”

The company, based on Rugby Street, pride themselves on their long-standing relationships with their customers. Call 0114 275 3918 or visit www.hancockandread.co.uk

H&F Interiors

H&F are designers, makers and installers of high quality handmade English kitchens. Every bespoke kitchen is handcrafted in their Derbyshire workshops by a team of the finest cabinetmakers and draughtsmen who have a passion for their craft and an expert technical knowledge.

With over two decades of making and designing kitchens, H&F really have mastered the art of the perfect bespoke kitchen. Experienced kitchen designers and cabinetmakers will work hand in hand with you to create your dream kitchen, built to last a lifetime.

H&F do not stop at kitchens; they also produce beautiful bespoke furniture, for example, beds and tables, and undertake projects for fitted bedrooms, offices and bathrooms.The majority of work is gained by recommendations and repeat business from valued customers. Call 01246 277797 or visit handfinteriors.co.uk

Lush Bathrooms

Lush Bathrooms is a family-run business with over 15 years of experience within the bathroom industry. They pride themselves on creating bespoke, unique and innovatively designed bathrooms, no matter the size of your bathroom or how big or small your budget may be.

Offering a complete design and installation service, Lush Bathrooms provide highly qualified professionals from interior designers to installation experts to help you through the process. Their new showroom is home to new and exclusive materials, as well as a range of tried and tested customer favourites so there’s plenty of room to get creative.

Visit their Abbeydale Road showroom, call 0114 262 1222 or visit lushbathrooms.co.uk

Hayes Bespoke Kitchens

Steve and Mike at Hayes Bespoke Kitchens specialise in making in frame cabinetry, using all kinds of different timbers. They use oak, poplar, ash, moisture resistant MDF and many others.

Hayes do a full spray finish in any colour and a lacquered finish to the timber products. They also do a hand-painted finish on handmade kitchens and bedrooms.

Hayes offer a full range of work surfaces, granite, quartz, solid wood, solid surfaces and laminates. This includes supply, template and fully fitting.

Each individual piece of furniture, kitchen larder units, kitchen tables, chopping boards etc is hand made. They also do all aspects of building work, including: Extensions, loft conversions, home refurbs, and basements. Call 07817 717531 or visit hayesbespokekitchens.co.uk

L.M. Hill Carpets

Transform your home with beautiful new flooring from L.M. Hill Carpets, based in Hillsborough.

Often called “Your local carpet shop”, they have a wide range of flooring options to choose from; you’ll find the perfect style, comfort level and practicality that’s just right for the way you live. They offer a huge choice of carpet and rugs in a variety of styles, designs and colours, as well as underlay and accessories at prices to suit all budgets.

Luxury Vinyl Tiles offer elegance and superior design quality, combined with high durability and resistance, whilst laminate is affordable, attractive and effective – it can completely transform a room. It is also durable, easy to install and simple to maintain.

You can visit their showroom at 315 Middlewood Road, call 0114 232 2989, or visit www.lmhillcarpets.co.uk

Madelaine Peace Interiors

Whether you are looking to remodel your entire home, add an extension, or simply style an individual room, Madelaine Peace Interiors provides design solutions to suit all budgets.

With a wealth of knowledge and expertise and an extensive library of fabrics, carpets, wallpapers and accessories along with furniture suppliers from both the UK and Europe, the team take your ideas and aspirations and transform your home.

They also specialise in bespoke hand-sewn curtains, blinds and other soft furnishings and often commission special projects for custom-designed trimmings, carpets and furniture, as well as offering a re-upholstery service.

Call 0114 230 6666 or email katie@madelainepeaceinteriors.co.uk

Martin-Brooks

Sheffield’s seven hills expose our homes to the worst of the British weather and the roof bears the brunt. But, when you’re down on the ground, it’s almost impossible to determine the extent of any damage.

Local firm, Martin-Brooks (roofing specialists), are experts in providing roof surveys, charging just £150 plus VAT for a comprehensive inspection and report, detailing the condition of the roof and a quote for any necessary repairs.

As a member of the Competent Roofer scheme, the firm is able to sign-off projects of this nature for building regulations, saving homeowners the time and expense of calling out a council inspector.

To find out more about commissioning a roof survey from Martin-Brooks, telephone 0114 244 7720 or visit www.martin-brooks.co.uk and complete the online enquiry form.

Mister Carpets

When it comes to finding the perfect floor covering for your home, Mister Carpet is the only place to go.

Mister Carpet has been providing customers with outstanding care and quality products since it opened its doors in 1983, and after 37 successful years on Ecclesall Road, the business has made the move to Bradwell in the Hope Valley, waiting to welcome you with a much bigger and brighter showroom.

The family-run carpet and flooring specialist has gone from strength to strength since it was first opened by husband and wife John and Jenny, and though you’ll still see them helping out around the shop, it’s their son Steve, and daughter-in-law Jo who are now at the helm.

Call 01433 623400, email: salesmistercarpet@btconnect.com or visit www.mistercarpet.org to find out more.

Nest

For those of us living in Sheffield, there is probably no better place to find our forever furniture pieces, or to seek inspiration for our own properties, than at Nest’s stunning new dedicated design destination at Park Hill.

Spanning an impressive 3,500 sq. ft, and boasting an outdoor front and rear terrace, with the interior having been designed by the internationally acclaimed interior designer Harriet Paterson, the showroom is every bit as impressive as the furniture on display.

Walking through the fully glass front entrance, visitors are immediately welcomed by one of the expert customer service style gurus, and greeted with the smell of freshly brewed coffee. Take just a few more steps in, and you can try out one of the many beautiful chairs, sofas, bed or stools available to touch, feel and experience.

Visit www.nest.co.uk to find out more.

Mintons Carpets Ltd

The long-standing company, based at The Old Dairy, Broadfield Road, was established as a wholesale business in 1932 selling beds, bed linen, upholstery and rugs as no broadloom carpets were made at this time. The company was bought by George and Margaret Littlewood in 1958 from William (Billy) Minton.

Eight years later their son Chris joined the firm and over the years the company has digressed from trade distribution to contract and retail sales. Covid has brought about Chris’s retirement and his children, Edward and Nicola are now running the firm.

They endeavour to offer a full and varied range of quality flooring at prices that people can afford and credit this and their wonderful team for their success.

For more information visit their showroom, call 0114 250 1015 or visit www.mintonscarpets.co.uk

Moonlight Textiles

Whether you want to spruce up your rooms with a splash of colour this winter or add the subtlety of translucent voiles, you need to pop along to Moonlight Textiles.

The large showroom displays a diverse range of fabrics, voiles and sheers including the exclusive, distinguished brand Romo ‘Black Edition’ and newly launched Sanderson’s ‘Disney home’ celebrating 100 years of Disney and including iconic 1930s designs together with new patterns featuring original Disney characters.

Moonlight’s comprehensive range of blinds are in constant demand with made-to-measure energy saving systems designed and manufactured to suit most window types.

If you need a little help, not only do they offer a home measure and advisory service, their in-house team of fitters will professionally install your order to the highest of standards.

Call 0114 258 8555 or visit www.moonlight-textiles.co.uk

Norrie Waite & Slater Solicitors

Norrie Waite & Slater have been established over 50 years and based in the same place in the Sheffield city centre – East Parade opposite the Cathedral. They are a traditional high street firm of solicitors covering residential conveyancing and commercial property, family matters including divorce, childcare and domestic abuse, wills and probate, accident claims, dispute resolution, criminal Law and motoring offences.

“We offer a one-to-one service with clients, whereby who starts acting for you deals with you the whole way through your case,” said Sherryl Kirk. “We have friendly, knowledgeable, qualified staff. Coming through the Covid pandemic and getting staff back into the offices safely has been very rewarding.”

Call 0333 577 0215 or visit www.norriewaite.co.uk to find out more.

Nu-Life Windows

GET READY NOW. No-one wants to think about cold winter days but as the days get shorter it’s time to start THINKING AHEAD.

Nulife Windows’ summer promotion of composite doors will help you do just that. With prices from £795 including fitting and VAT.

Don’t delay - now’s the TIME TO ORDER and be Winter ready. You’ll find composite doors, UPVC windows and more - all at realistic prices . Visit the showroom at 218 Middlewood Road S6 1TE or call them on 0114 233 6723 and they’ll come to your home – no obligation.

Nulife Windows are an established company and provide a professional service to meet your needs. They’re proud to serve Sheffield and surrounding areas and look forward to hearing from you soon.

Prowood Joinery

Prowood Joinery manufacture high quality bespoke joinery products including conservatories, orangeries, garden rooms, pool houses, windows, doors, staircases, mouldings, kitchens and bedroom furniture.

The company use the latest modern machine technology and products (Accoya® Wood) combined with traditional hand finishing to provide long lasting, fully guaranteed products of exceptional quality made to individual designs.

Prowood Joinery are managed by Mick and Lennie, two time served bench joiners who have worked together for over 25 years. Everything they produce is made to measure, from the latest contemporary styles to traditional sliding sash windows. The company offer an in-house, bespoke consultation and design service to make sure every customer gets the perfect solution for their individual requirements.

To find out more, call 0114 265 2212 or visit www.prowoodjoinery.co.uk

Roman Road Systems Ltd

First impressions are everything, especially when it comes to your home. And this extends beyond your front door to your paths, patios and driveways. If they’re cracked, broken or full of weeds, it’s time to do something about it.

This is where Roman Road Systems Ltd come in. The family-run business with over 25 years’ experience can breathe new life into tired pathways, drives and patios.

They are expert installers of resin bound decorative surfaces which can transform hard-standing areas by creating a safe, durable and attractive surface in many different finishes and colours. Finance is available on all installations and Roman Road Systems currently have an autumn sale where they are offering 25 per cent off.

Call 01246 436587 or visit www.romanroadsystems.com to find out more.

Oriental Rug

Here at the Oriental Rug Shop we specialise in vintage and antique handwoven oriental rugs and carpets. We are a family business beginning in Iran in the 1880’s, currently run by the fourth and fifth generations of the Akhavan-Hezaveh family in Sheffield since 1979.

With an outstanding selection of thousands of pieces, from small mats to palace size carpets and everything in between, we’re confident that no matter what style or size space you have, we will have a piece for you. Pop into our showroom to view our latest acquisitions Monday through Saturday!

In this age of technology, it is comforting to know that some of the finest things in life are still made by hand.

RB Allan & Sons

RB Allan & Sons is a family-run business offering a quality building experience.

If you are thinking about home improvements, or a renovation project, they have skilled craftsmen to complete your projects to a high standard. Call them now on 0114 261 0011 for free helpful advice on how to get started with your building project.

R B Allan & Sons offer professional building services for all sizes of property, and offer our services to cover all budgets. The business has been established in this area for many years now, with great success... they carry out all of their work to the highest possible standards, and cover the whole of Sheffield and all surrounding areas.

Call 0114 261 0011 or visit www.rballan.co.uk for more information.

S11 Carpets & Flooring

Coming down from extremely busy period, S11 Carpets & Flooring have fine-tuned their home visit service and can bring samples out to you as well as measure up for a range of fitted carpets, luxury vinyls, engineered wood and laminate flooring.

There are lots of carpets and flooring to choose from, including those from brands such as Adams Carpets, Westex and Alternative Flooring. Stair runners and striped carpets are proving to be hugely popular at the moment.

S11 Carpets & Flooring also specialise in large residential projects, especially new extensions.

“The shop covers the S11 area as well Dore, Totley and Fulwood where we have recently completed some big designled projects,” said owner Sam Round.

Give Sam a ring on 0114 229 5550 or visit www.s11carpetssheffield.co.uk

Sheffield Glazing

With more than 30 years’ experience in the industry, Sheffield Glazing’s owner Graham Warsop certainly knows his stuff when it comes to all things glazing. Having worked on both the manufacturing and installation sides of the business – and now specialising in installation – he knows this industry inside out and is proud to offer fantastic products at very reasonable prices.

The Pilkington KS glass sealed units that Graham fits as standard are filled with argon gas and manufactured to BSI standard so you have the peace of mind that your new glass has been rigorously tested and is highly energy efficient.

As well as replacing the glass in windows, Graham also carries out repairs on any type of frame and any aspect of glazing, including the glass in conservatory roofs and patio door units. To find out more, call 0114 418 8939, 07968 957938, or email grahamwarsop@sky.com

Stairkraft

Team stairkraft is looking forward to new and exciting challenges after what has been very testing times for customers and their build projects.

An influx of enquiries with clients expressing their concerns over companies not being able to provide a service including both design and installation under one roof, has put stairkraft at the forefront of bespoke staircase design and installation. The Faux Cantilevered has become a real success, stairkraft has developed this design focusing on reducing installation time which in turn leads to reduced costs without compromising attention to detail.

Visit www.stairkraft.co.uk with your enquiry.

Williams Electrical

Williams Electrical was established in 1905 by Karen Putland’s greatgrandfather Walter Williams and has been in the heart of Woodseats ever since. Karen represents the fifth generation of the family and she continues to evolve the business, which started out selling bicycles, radios and model railways.

Being a family business, customer service is at the very core of Williams’ success. But there have been challenges along the way. “The war years were a challenge for everyone, and then the three-day working week of the seventies when we had to trade with candles and in near darkness because of the blackouts,” recalls Karen. “The financial crisis of 2008 was a challenging time and changed the retail landscape permanently and then came the pandemic…”

The outlook remains positive; no doubt they will look froward to the challenges of the next 100 years!

Give them a call on 0114 255 4341 or visit www.williamselectrical.co.uk to find out more.

Supafit

Supafit Bedrooms has been designing, manufacturing and fitting bespoke, madeto-measure furniture for over 30 years now.

They are a familyrun business based in Dronfield who pride themselves on creating the best quality furniture for a very competitive price.

Supafit know that every customer has a different vision, that’s why they have over 50 different style options as well as colours to choose from. They also offer media units and office spaces which have become so popular. Come and visit them at their Sheffield or Dronfield showrooms and they will be happy to help!

Call 01246 412100 (Dronfield) or 0114 235 6892 (Sheffield) or visit www.supafituk.com

Vision Windows

Vision Windows is the leading manufacturer of Kömmerling PVCu, windows, doors, conservatories and Solidor composite doors. They have a state-of-the-art factory on Cuthbert Road in Sheffield with dedicated PVCu production lines for precision-engineered products. So whether you’re choosing a single window or a composite door, the production facilities, dedicated technical and customer services ensure you will be completely satisfied with your overall purchase.

They also offer the latest protection against lock snapping and lock bumping. Vision use Ultion locks as standard; these have 11 pins – twice as many as standard locks – and nearly 300,000 key combinations.

Vision are more than just suppliers, offering customers a comprehensive service at competitive trade prices. They have been supplying the trade for over 20 years and offer a ten-year manufacturer’s guarantee. To find out more, call 0114 231 3133 or visit www.vision-windows.com

Yorkshire Loft Ladders

Yorkshire Loft Ladders specialise in turning your loft into a welllit, easily-accessed and boarded storage space – somewhere you can safely keep your valued possessions, suitcases or Christmas decorations. The Yorkshire-based company install loft ladders, boards and lights cleanly, quickly and efficiently – all in less than a day. They can create a new loft hatch and can recommend from a range of loft ladders depending on your requirements at prices you can afford.

All work comes with a 12-month warranty for parts and labour – and they provide a FREE quotation after visiting your home to make sure they understand your requirements.

Call 0800 612 8359 or visit yorkshireloftladders.co.uk to find out more.

Leading manufacturer of Kommerling

PVCu, windows, doors, conservatories and Solidor composite doors

KÖMMERLING FLUSHSASH 70

T: 0114 231 3133

BAMBURGH HOUSE | CUTHBERT BANK ROAD | SHEFFIELD S6 2HP WWW.VISION-WINDOWS-SHEFFIELD.CO.UK

Vision Trade Frames operate from a dedicated PVCu window and door factory in Sheffield. We fabricate Kömmerling, windows, doors, conservatories and Solidor composite doors with nationwide delivery from a 5 working day turnaround. We offer comprehensive support for our network of PVCu installers, including technical and onsite support.

FREE ONLINE QUOTE

Resin Bound

Decorative Surface Dressing Systems

We are a family run business with over 25 years’ experience that always provide a personal and bespoke service to breathe new life into tired paths, driveways and hard areas.

Our products have been used on Drives, Paths, Patios, Roads and Parking areas in both the private and public sectors.

Resin bound surfacing is an exciting alternative for your driveways, decorative patio area and pathways.

With a smoother profile texture appearance than a resin bonded surface, this coating is also available in many different sizes and colours to suit your decorative requirements. The aggregate material is mixed with a suitable compound and laid on the prepared surface min 15mm in depth to provide a smooth and aesthetically pleasing bound surface.

Simply rejuvenate your drive or patio areas or even create new ones.

Resin bound systems are also permeable – they allow surface water to drain through complying with Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SUDS)

Resin Bound Dressing

An exciting alternative for your driveways, decorative patio area and tree pits.

Flat Roofing, Rendering, Damp Proofing, Fencing and Artificial Grass now available. Book to view our new display area.

For over 50 years Ronacrete has been at the leading edge of product development and performance. They provide a specialist range of products for installation by expert contractors such as ourselves.

To ensure that all our customers get the best possible service and highest quality product all of Ronacrete materials are manufactured to a quality management system and are certified to BS EN ISO 9001:2008

CRAFTSMAN OF EXCELLENCE

DESIGNERS & MAKERS OF BESPOKE FURNITURE

ESTABLISHED SINCE 1980.

MAKERS OF BESPOKE KITCHENS, BEDROOMS, BATHROOMS, OFFICES & STUDIES AND ANY INDIVIDUAL ITEM OF FURNITURE.

BEAUTIFUL WOODWORK DESIGNED TO LAST.

FULL CONSULTATIONS.

FULL PROJECT MANAGEMENT UNDERTAKEN

DAVID J. MARTIN

210 Springvale Road, Walkley, Sheffield S6 3NU

Monday to Friday 8am - 5.00pm, Saturday by appointment only

Telephone: 0114 268 6718 www.david-j-martin.co.uk

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SALES AND ADVICE

Madelaine Peace Interiors has a very extensive library of fabrics, wall and floor coverings, trimmings, furniture, lighting curtain poles and accessories.

We use fabrics from houses such as Rubelli, Pierre Frey, Lelievre, Donghia, Jim Thompson, Larsen, Jane Churchill, Zoffany, Designers Guild, Mulberry, Colefax and Fowler, Casamance, Zimmer and Rohde, Voyage and many more.

We specialise in bespoke, hand-sewn pelmets, curtains, blinds, and other soft furnishings, furniture and a re-upholstery service.

We offer a free no obligation initial consultation. Window dressing, room scheme and full house design are all available as a service.

Please contact Katie

145 Oakbrook Road, Sheffield, S11 7EB

T. 0114 230 6666

E. katie@madelainepeaceinteriors.co.uk

Dronfield & South Sheffield’s leading independent flooring specialist

Celebrating 15 Years on Sheffield Road, Dronfield Carpets & Floors would like to thank all their customers for their continued support.

The local privately-owned business specialise in the supply and installation of quality carpets, Karndean, LVT, wood and parquet flooring as well as artificial grass. They offer a wide range of floor coverings to suit all projects and budgets.

With a team of experienced sales staff and installers, Dronfield Carpets & Floors pride themselves on exemplary service from start to finish. This includes Free Design, Advice, Sampling, Measuring and no obligation quotations. They also offer a free @HOME service, bringing friendly, professional advice and sampling directly to your door.

Dronfield Carpets & Floors are stockists of Abingdon, Cormar, Victoria, Brockway, Ulster, Karndean, Distinctive, V4 & Ted Todd wood flooring, Leoline vinyls and much more….

120 Sheffield Road • Dronfield • S18 2GE • Tel: 01246 292391

www.dronfieldcarpetsandfloors.co.uk

Open: Monday - Friday 9am-5.30pm & Saturday 10am-5pm

to help

INSTRUCT THE RIGHT SOLICITOR TO REPRESENT YOU IN DIVORCE PROCEEDINGS. BY SARAH NEAL OF BEST SOLICITORS.

The breakdown of a marriage is an upsetting time, even when both parties agree that the relationship is over.

The process to end a marriage can be complicated as the division of assets and arrangements for any children are negotiated.

Instructing the right family law solicitor to manage the legal process can alleviate some of the stress to allow both parties to focus on moving on.

Fairly distributing finances, property, and other assets, managing any debts, and reaching an agreement on how, and where children live and spend their time, can be an emotionally charged process.

An experienced family law solicitor

understands that the end of a marriage is a sensitive time. They understand that it can be an unsettling period involving anxiety about what the future may hold.

They will listen to your individual circumstances and will advise on your

legal rights and the steps required to finalise your divorce.

The family law solicitors at Best Solicitors support clients every step of the way. We pride ourselves on guiding clients through the legal process explaining every stage in jargon-free terms.

We understand that the end of a marriage can be emotionally complicated. A divorce is more than legally ending a marriage, we will ensure that your legal rights are protected now, and in the future.

If you are considering getting a divorce, our team are here to help explain the next steps. Find out more about how we can help on our website at www.bestsolicitorsonline.co.uk

Antiques Valuation & Discovery Days

We hold regular valuation days across the region where our specialists will advise free of charge. Items may also be left to be included in a specialist auction. ASHBY

First Monday of each month 2pm - 4pm

First Tuesday of each month 2pm - 3.30pm

Our Derby Saleroom has relocated to 46 Nottingham Road, Spondon, Derby, DE21 7NL

Enjoy An Antiques Buying Or Selling Experience.

Based in two very different Derbyshire locations our salerooms offer one thing in common, a great service and a fun antiques buying or selling experience.

- Auctions held every week throughout the year alternating between Spondon, Derby and Peak Village, Rowsley, near Bakewell

- Regular specialist auctions

- Prices from £20 to £100,000’s means interesting finds for every pocket

- Viewing on Tuesday prior to the auction and also the morning of the auction

- Bid live on the internet from the comfort of your home or office

*Dates are subject to change

- Bid in person or leave absentee bids

For further information please telephone or visit our website www.bamfords-auctions.co.uk

GET INSPIRATION FROM THE INDEPENDENTS THIS FESTIVE SEASON.

Christmas has arrived early at 1554 Coffee & Gift Shop this year. Now open until 5pm every day, it is packed with cards, calendars, candles and Christmas gifts and goodies. You can also buy your tickets for this year’s light show at Sheffield Cathedral directly from the gift shop. www.1554.co.uk

Winterwear now in store at b.biscuit, 77 Junction Road, Hunters Bar, Sheffield, S11 8XA. Tel: 0114 266 1221. www.bbiscuit.co.uk

Gorgeous gifts also boxed if required, spend an amount and fill the box.

Chique, 40 Mill Street, Armthorpe, Doncaster, DN3 3DL. Tel: 01302 300022

18ct White Gold Triple Drop Earrings and Holding 0.50ct of Round Brilliant Diamonds (Total), £1,865. Edward James Jewellery, 15A Hickmott Road, Sharrow, Sheffield S11 8QF. Tel: 0114 266 4066. edwardjamesjewellery.co.uk

Find a selection of cues and accessories at Chesworth Cues, 702 Abbeydale Road, Sheffield S7 2BL. Tel: 0114 281 9300. www.chesworthcues.com

Reveal your inner showgirl & dance like no one is watching! Party packages available at Katy Robinson Fitness Fusion Email: info@katyrobinsonfitnessfusion.co.uk Tel: 07803 906114

Gift vouchers available from G&M Healthcare, 346 Cemetery Road, Sheffield S11 8FT. Tel: 0114 233 5000

Pre-owned beautiful ruby and diamond 3 stone ring set in 18ct white gold; ruby 1.01 carats, diamonds 0.34 carats, price £3,150. H L Brown, 2 Barker’s Pool, Sheffield, S1 1LZ. Tel: 0114 272 4388. www.hl-brown.co.uk

Hampers made from locally-sourced products including Birdhouse Teas, Just Preserves, Yorkshire Crisps, Roastology Coffee and Sheffield Dragon sauces. From Knab Farm Shop. www.sheffieldhampercompany.co.uk

Treat your loved ones to a gift card to spend on a choice of relaxing experiences at Losehill House Hotel. Can be put towards any purchase including spa treatments or dining at the Grafene Restaurant. See gifts.losehill.co.uk for more.

Set amid a 1.0ct brilliant-cut diamond surround, this gorgeously bright 2.15ct sapphire has dazzle enough to drown in. Classically styled cluster ring available for £8,800 from McAvoy & Beardsmore, 210 Oakbrook Road, Nether Green, Sheffield, S11 7ED. Tel: 0114 230 7078. www.TheSheffieldJewellers.com

Joli Clothing accessories available at New Image, 277 Middlewood Road,Sheffield, S6 1TG. Tel: 0114 234 4880. www.newimage.co.uk

Brighten your home with a mix of classic and quirky festive decorations this Christmas. Huge range. Instore café and free parking. Towsure Outdoor Superstore, Holme Lane, Hillsborough, Sheffield S6 4JR. Tel: 0114 250 3025. www.towsure.com

Fiorelli Jewellery available at PA Jewellery, The Old Bank, 23 Commonside, Sheffield, S10 1GD. Tel: 0114 266 9253. www.pajewellery.com. Silver and crystal pendant £125, earrings £125, bracelet £200.

Treat your loved one to an experience at Wentworth Woodhouse this Christmas with gift vouchers available for Guided Tours, General Admission and Afternoon Tea. www.wentworthwoodhouse.org.uk

Check out the range of handmade Christmas decorations at Valleyside Garden Centre, Manchester Road, Sheffield, S10 5SY. Tel: 0114 230 1925. www.valleysidesheffield.co.uk

Barbour Perch Knit Olive jumper ££77.50, Failsworth Cheltenham wool fedora olive hat £56.70. William Eyre & Sons, Brough Corn Mills, Brough, Hope Valley S33 9NG. Tel: 01433 620353. williameyre.co.uk

Founded by Ian and Mary, the owners of Knab Farm Shop in December 2022, the Sheffield Hamper Company brings together a series of curated hampers full of produce from some of the region’s finest artisan producers. Ian said “since buying Knab Farm Shop in 2021 we have realised how many fabulous artisan food makers there are in Sheffield. We are passionate about supporting local independent producers, so developed the concept of hampers which only contain products made by artisans who have a Sheffield postcode”. Mary says, “the hampers have proved to be a real hit since we launched, they make great presents, we have shipped them to every corner of the UK in the past few months and several businesses have bought them as gifts for staff and clients”.

To send a taste of Sheffield to someone visit www.sheffieldhampercompany.co.uk

Check out a range of Barbour clothing at William Eyre and Sons, Brough, Hope Valley S33 9NG. Tel: 01433 620353. www.williameyre.co.uk

PART TWO Eyvor zip down long sleeve cord shirt dress khaki £119.99. Sister, 409 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield, S11 8PG. Tel: 0114 267 1330. www.sisteronline.co.uk

New autumn stock in store at b. biscuit, 77 Junction Road, Hunters Bar, Sheffield, S11 8XA. Tel: 0114 266 1221. www.bbiscuit.co.uk

Prom and partywear at Chique, 40 Mill Street, Armthorpe, Doncaster, DN3 3DL. Tel: 01302 3000

Lise Charmel available at Lace of Bakewell, Orme Court, Granby Road, Bakewell, DE45 1ES. Tel: 01629 814933. www.lacebakewell.co.uk

Ruby and diamond set, half eternity ring in 18ct gold, £1,650. H L Brown, 2 Barker’s Pool, Sheffield, S1 1LZ. Tel: 0114 272 4388. www.hl-brown.co.uk

See a selection of Trickers footwear at Charles Brooks Shoes, 241 Fulwood Road, Sheffield, S10 3BA. Tel: 0114 268 0590. www.charlesbrooksshoes.co.uk

Move into autumn with Luisa Cerano at Izzi of Baslow, Radcliffe House, Cock Hill, Baslow DE45 1SR. Tel: 01246 582500. www.izziofbaslow.com

Party season prep

WITH PARTY SEASON JUST AROUND THE CORNER, MAKE SURE YOUR BEAUTY BAG IS BRIMMING WITH PRODUCTS TO PREP, DAZZLE AND DELIGHT. FIND SKINCARE, HAIRCARE AND MAKEUP HEROES WITH OUR EDIT FROM HARVEY NICHOLS, LEEDS.

Creed Carmina Eau De Parfum, £260

With an intoxicating base of precious myth and frankincense, the new strikingly modern women’s fragrance from The House of Creed embodies the essence of feminine allure with captivating charisma.

Nars Light Reflecting Eye Brightener, £26

The new Light Reflecting Eye Brightener by NARS illuminates and invigorates the undereye area for an instantly awakened look, targeting dark circles and dullness to hide tired eyes.

Charlotte Tilbury Charlotte’s Magic Water Cream, £79

Revive dry, thirsty skin instantly with this lightweight gel cream, infused with skinquenching water that results in a glasslike, dewy, fresh water glow.

Color Wow Cult Favorite, £24

Delivering everything you demand from a hairspray in one simple spray, this ‘Cult Favourite’ achieves long-lasting hold, with a reparative formula to strengthen fragile colour-treated hair.

Sunday Riley Double Shot Set, £82 Hide dark circles this party season with Sunday Riley’s Auto Correct Brightening and Depuffing Eye Contour Cream, providing an instantly brighter, more lifted look.

Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Blur + Smooth Tint Stick, £28

Achieve light coverage in a flash with the new Eaze Drop Blur + Smooth Tint Stick. The creamy, crease-proof foundation glides on seamlessly for light coverage that lets skin look like skin.

Sisley Ecological Compound Advanced Formula Limited Edition £202 (125ml)

This iconic formula is a universal skincare product for men and women of all ages and skin types. Its superpower: adapting to skin’s needs to help it to perform at its best. The original formula has now been enriched with two new active ingredients – burdock and meadowsweet extract – to promote a balanced microbiota and stimulate skin’s natural defenses.

The Harvey Nichols Beauty Advent Calendar, £250 Make the countdown to Christmas even more exciting with the Harvey Nichols Beauty Advent Calendar. Worth over £1,300, it’s overflowing with 45 products to indulge in this December. Available while stocks last.

Armani Beauty Lip Power Vivid Color Long Wear Lipstick, £35

Achieve the perfect red lip this festive season with the Lip Power satin lipstick, providing comfort and long-lasting results to reveal a drop of power for the ultimate selfexpression.

Tom Ford Soleil Glow Bronzer, £55

Ensure you stay glowing this Christmas with this silky Soleil Glow Bronzer, featuring a luxurious mix of plant-derived butters to nourish and soften skin while giving a luminous lit-from-within glow.

Hourglass Scattered Light Glitter Eyeshadow, £28

This unique hybrid cream formula is infused with refined glitter and lightreflecting pearls for a sophisticated, sparkling finish with reflective, buildable dimension.

Iconic Glowing Out-Out Gift Set, £60 Featuring everything you need for party season, achieve a glowing look with this hand-picked selection of Iconic products. From Sheer Blush and Illuminator to the Prep-Set-Glow hydrating spray.

~ Proms 2024 ~

We have just taken delivery of 200 new styles and appointments are coming in thick and fast. We have a budget for everyone as well as a sale room full of prom dresses starting from just £50!

Pm or call us to arrange your one to one appointment on 01302 300022 We only sell one style dress to one school! Hurry you won’t be disappointed. So many beautiful styles to choose from here at Chique.

Precious advice

BUYING A DIAMOND SHOULD BE AN EXCITING AND MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE.

or most people, a diamond is purchased for only the most special occasions such as an engagement or a milestone birthday. It represents both a financial and an emotional commitment and the sparkling piece of jewellery will be treasured forever as a reminder of the important event. It therefore seems obvious that the process of selecting and buying the diamond should itself be an exciting and memorable experience, in addition to being one in which you can feel confident in the choice you are making.

At PA Jewellery we place this dual aim at the heart of how we sell diamonds so that our diamond story becomes a happy chapter in your life too.

The first thing you will notice on visiting PA Jewellery is the welcoming, relaxed atmosphere. We don’t engage in a ‘hard sell’ approach and are happy to let you take your time and make decisions at your own pace. Our friendly staff are here to listen to what you need and try to make that happen. Every customer is different, and your personal diamond story won’t be the same as anyone else.

There is no escaping the fact that diamonds can be complicated. There is seemingly endless information available

on the internet advising on qualities and grades and sometimes pointing the consumer in conflicting directions. Most of us are not experts on diamonds, but we do want to be sure we are making a sensible purchase, especially given the financial and emotional investments involved. It is easy to find information about diamonds, but equally easy to become confused or overwhelmed by the sheer quantity of information out there!

Our knowledgeable and experienced jewellers and gemmologists will help guide you the process of choosing a diamond every step of the way, while striving to ensure the journey is an enjoyable one. Keen to know more? Scan the QR code on the back page to read more about Our Diamond Story.

Email gems@pajewellery.com , call 0114 266 9253 or visit our showroom to start your diamond journey.

PA Jewellery

The Old Bank, 23 Commonside, Sheffield, S10 1GD Tel: 0114 266 9253

www.pajewellery.com

“It is easy to find information about diamonds, but equally easy to become confused or overwhelmed by the sheer quantity of information out there!”

1554 COFFEE & GIFT SHOP

MULTI

Christmas has arrived early at 1554 Coffee and Gift Shop this year. The Gift Shop is now open 10am-5pm Monday to Saturday and 11-3pm on Sunday and is packed with cards, calendars, candles, Christmas gifts and goodies. You can also buy your tickets for this year’s Light Show at Sheffield Cathedral directly from the gift shop. Find us inside the Cathedral – just a short walk from the tram stop.

High-quality care

RINGINGLOW DENTAL PRACTICE IS A LONG-STANDING FAMILY BUSINESS THAT PRIDES ITSELF ON DELIVERING A FRIENDLY, PERSONABLE SERVICE.

Finding the right dentist is not always easy but is a problem easily solved with a visit to Ringinglow Dental Practice.

The recently refurbished surgery started life as Percival & Burnham over 70 years ago and remains very much a family affair – dental nurse Isabella Burnham is the granddaughter of the practice’s founder – with a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality dental care in a warm and welcoming environment.

Ringinglow Dental Practice became part of Riverdale Healthcare in August 2022, bringing with it its own identity – this is not a ‘one-size-fits-all’ solution to dentistry but a friendly, personable service that puts you completely at ease.

Dentistry at Ringinglow Dental Practice remains extremely affordable

too, with private consultations starting from just £39.50.

“We’re here to help you achieve a healthy and confident smile with our range of treatments,” said practice manager Kerry Cammidge. “Treatments include general dentistry such as checkups, fillings, root canal and implants, and cosmetic treatments like teeth whitening and veneers. We also offer hygienist appointments.”

Since joining Riverdale Healthcare there has been significant recent investment in the surgery, including a new reception and waiting area, new individual surgeries and improved access to the property.

The sloped driveway, which leads up from Ringinglow Road, brings you to a new entrance and reception area, which is complemented by a light and bright conservatory waiting area. From here, you’re collected by a nurse and taken to one of the surgeries to be consulted by your dentist. One of the surgeries has been given a state-of-the-art makeover with the others due to follow suit shortly.

Riverdale Healthcare has a reputation for continuously providing the best patient experience across its practices, with care delivered by friendly, hightrained teams. At Ringinglow Dental Practice you’ll find six dentists, one therapist and one hygienist as well as a team of nurses who all work together to deliver this exceptional care.

“With their expertise in various areas of dentistry, they strive to ensure the

utmost comfort and satisfaction of their patients,” added Kerry.

“Their friendly and compassionate approach creates a warm and welcoming environment, fostering trust and building long-lasting relationships with those they serve. Patients can trust the team at Ringinglow Dental Practice for comprehensive dental solutions delivered with precision and care.”

Riverdale Healthcare’s ethos is centred around three core values: We care about people; We practice with integrity; and we like different.

“It’s about having a ‘can-do’ attitude and delivering outstanding care to the people in our communities to live life with confident and happy smiles,” said Kerry. “We are open and honest and always act with integrity.”

This is certainly backed up by the abundance of positive Google reviews.

“I have been attending the practice for many years now as have my family,” said one happy patient. “I have always received excellent treatment from my dentist and very friendly helpful staff.”

“It’s about having a ‘cando’ attitude and delivering outstanding care to the people in our communities to live life with confident and happy smiles.”

Why Sharrowvale is the place to be

WHAT MAKES THIS LITTLE CORNER OF SOUTH-WEST SHEFFIELD SO ATTRACTIVE? MOLLY ROWE-TOWLE REPORTS.

estled behind the busier Ecclessall road, and just a ten-minute bus journey from the city centre, Sharrowvale Road is an eclectic and charming hub where foodies, antique lovers and gallery enthusiasts can rejoice. The street is full to the brim with independent shops, cafes, restaurants and galleries. There’s something for everyone!

What’s more Sharrowvale is just a short walk from the picturesque Endcliffe park where you can feed the ducks or relax with an ice cream. Or you could walk a few minutes in the opposite direction towards the leafy suburb of Nether edge, where you can stroll the wide tree lined streets or visit the secluded Chelsea park.

Despite it being a popular area house prices on the street remain reasonable, averaging £168,000 this year which is lower than the Sheffield average. So, Sharrowvale is a great place to move especially if you have children as it is surrounded by great primary schools and a range of Sheffield’s best secondarys.

What to do on Sharrowvale Road:

Sharrowvale Market

Three times a year the street closes its doors to cars and welcomes in a plethora of stalls that make up the popular Sharrowvale Market. The market is the perfect way to spend a day as you can stroll for hours looking at the multitude of goods whether it be local produce, hot food, plants, clothing, crafts and even buskers. The next market will be held on 26 November.

Galleries and Antiques

A trip to Sharrowvale is not complete without visiting one of the several galleries or antique shops on or

surrounding the road. Peruse the textiles, artwork and photography at the Silk Road Gallery. Or mooch around the popular Gilbert and Sons antique store which has floors of hidden gems.

Eat and Drink

Sharrowvale has some of our favourite places to eat and drink. The Greedy Greek Deli has a vast menu of authentic Greek cuisine – think Greek salad, gyros and souvlaki. A little further up the road there is vegetarian diner Pom as well as the new Tonco bakery, which is a perfect spot for a morning coffee or a delicious and organic lunch. And don’t forget to pop into the the Lescar and Porter Cottage for a drink.

Courtyard shopping and more

If you want to escape the sometimesbusy main road Dyson Place is the perfect spot. The courtyard, which is open seven days a week, is full of independent eateries, shops and other amenities. For instance, there is the Cornerstone restaurant and bar, Pellizco, Iberico, sports shop Club Racket and hair salons Nook and Rapscallions.

Edward James Jewellery

Call in to see Edward James Jewellery at their newlyrefurbished showroom on Hickmott Road. They’re excited to reveal the latest collections in time for Christmas and can undertake bespoke commissions until the end of November to fulfil every festive wish list.

Services:

• Precious & semi-precious jewellery available in store

• Bespoke jewellery design

• Computer Aided Design (CAD)

• Laser engraving 3D printing

• Remodelling & redesign

• Diamond & gemstone sourcing

• Jewellery & watch repairs

Pop by to meet the team; they extend a warm welcome and a wealth of knowledge to assist with all your jewellery needs. Call 0114 266 4066 or visit edwardjamesjewellery.co.uk to find out more.

b.biscuit

The new autumn/winter collections are arriving at b.biscuit baby and children’s clothing boutique at Hunters Bar just off Ecclesall Road. There are some gorgeous new styles to choose from including these gorgeous designs from the new Frugi collection, funky leggings and tops from Blade & Rose and fab prints from popular local brands Bear & Babe and Milk Thistle.

If you’re starting to think about Autumn there are some gorgeous new coats and rainsuits in store.

B.biscuit also stock beautiful range of Jellycat soft toys and Bigjigs wooden toys which make the perfect gift for a new baby or childs birthday. There are cute teddies and all sorts of super soft animals to choose from.

You’ll always find something stylish and a little bit different at b.biscuit. To find out more call 0114 266 1221 or visit www.bbiscuit.co.uk

G&M Healthcare

Dr Grace Hula set up G&M Healthcare Ltd just under ten years ago with the aim of making her patients feel better about themselves, whether that’s through skin or body treatments or a lifestyle-changing diet regime. After experiencing the success of Alizonne Therapy first-hand, she decided to take things one-step further and devised her own diet called MediSculpt Therapy, a non-surgical, medically supervised rapid weight loss program.

The diet consists of five protein-based meals and one snack a day for seven days a week. In addition to the nutritional part of the diet, MediSculpt Therapy also offers two types of body contouring treatments to tone the body.

Results can be seen almost instantly - the typical female patient will lose one stone a month and a typical male patient one-and-a-half stones a month.

To find out more about MediSculpt Therapy, visit www.gandmhealthcare.co.uk or call 0114 233 5000. You’ll find them on Instagram too – gmhealthcare

The state of independents

From clothing and jewellery to food and healthcare, independent businesses give Sharrowvale character and convenience. Here are some stand-out local businesses...

The Greedy Greek

The Greedy Greek Deli is owned by the Mouzakis family and opened on Sharrow Vale Road in 2002 - this year they are celebrating 20 years in business.

In that time it has continued to grow and evolve into more than just a deli. Today’s business consists of a small production kitchen near Chesterfield where their Greek chefs make authentic, fresh, homemade Greek food.

The deli is buzzing, keeping Dennis and the team on their toes with yummy wraps and delicious Greek meals – a chance to dine Mediterranean style.

Working with Just-Eat and their own app, they provide an extensive delivery service.The family also have The Deli Direct, which caters for parties, weddings, business lunches, meetings, and now outside events with their mobile unit.

Call 0114 266 7719 or visit thegreedygreekdeli.co.uk to find out more.

Peak Sports Bar & Snooker Club

Peaks is home to every variation of pool and snooker you can imagine with dart boards, private lounge areas and rooms fit for private functions, all under one roof.

The revamped venue focuses on ball games, but with food and drinks a focal part of a Sheffield night out, there’s a fully fitted kitchen and new bar areas, so you can grab a drink or a bite to eat and chill out on our large external seating terrace with panoramic views over Sheffield.

Peaks are dedicated to bringing a fun experience through great gaming, great beer, great food and a great atmosphere. Please note, to visit Peaks you must sign up to be a member first. Memberships are £5 (Annually), open to everybody.

To find out more, visit www.peakssportsbar.com or call 0114 698 3545

Petal Accessories

At Petal Accessories it is all about colour! Their wide range of affordable handbags, scarves and jewellery are all arranged in co-ordinated displays to make finding your perfect match easy. And of course at this time of year there are a wonderful selection of gloves. The gloves are one size, which make them an ideal Christmas present. This year they are predicting that the fluffy fingerless gloves in funky colours are going to be the best-seller!

Call 0114 268 1001 or visit www.petal-accessories.co.uk for more.

Two Steps Fish & Chips

Probably the oldest fish and chip shop in Sheffield, Two Steps have been serving traditional, high-quality fish and chips since 1895. Steeped in history and a famous local landmark, Two Steps infamous Friday night queues speak for themselves.

Serving good quality food at reasonable prices, the Specials offering sausage or fish with chips and a side of your choice is particularly popular. The owners are passionate about keeping traditional Yorkshire food alive, including rissoles and fishcakes in buttered bread cakes.

Open Monday to Saturday 11.30am-2pm and 5-9pm, Two Steps caters for many a hungry customer. The general consensus is that it’s well worth standing in the Friday night queue for.

Find Two Steps at 249 Sharrow Vale Road, Sheffield, S11 8ZE. Tel: 0114 266 5694.

TRANSFORM

LIFE & YOUR BODY

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

A holistic, patient-focused, science-based, collaborative approach to health.

Functional medicine is a personalised and integrative approach to healthcare which involves understanding the prevention, management and root causes of complex chronic diseases. The ultimate goal is to heal disease and promote a healthy life. A healthy life is not defined as simply an absence of disease, but rather a positive vitality filled with energy, joy, gratitude and balance. The Functional Medicine model evolved from the insights and perspectives of a group of influential scientific leaders who realised the importance of a personalised approach to disease causes based on the evolving research in nutritional science, genomics, and epigenetics.

MEDISCULPT THERAPY DIET

The diet plan formulated by the doctor incorporates natural foods as well as the MediSculpt Therapy meal replacements. The customised formulated nutritional meal replacements are provided in sachets produced to a very high standard, with the best quality ingredients. A wide variety of sachets are available to choose from, including soups, hot and cold drinks, a variety of savoury meals, desserts and snacks. Each box contains 7 sachets of the same nutritional meal replacement foods. Please note that one sachet, one bar or one bag of crisps are each considered as a meal. On the full Medisculpt therapy programme, you need 5 boxes of food and a box of cake bites to last for one week, but can substitute a sachet for a crunchy bar or a bag of crisps.

HYDRAFACIAL SKIN TREATMENT

A unique, patented Vortex-Fusion delivery system to exfoliate, extract and hydrate skin and the spiral design delivers painless extractions. Only HydraFacial uses patented technology to cleanse, extract, and hydrate. HydraFacial super serums are made with nourishing ingredients that create an instantly gratifying glow: DETOX - Begin with Lymphatic drainage that improves circulation of the lymph system and helps to eliminate toxins.

CLEANSE + PEEL - Uncover a new layer of skin with gentle exfoliation and relaxing resurfacing.

EXTRACT + HYDRATE - Remove debris from pores with painless suction. Nourish with intense moisturisers that quench skin.

FUSE + PROTECT - Saturate the skin’s surface with antioxidants and peptides to maximise your glow.

REJUVENATION - Finish with red and infrared LED light to reduce redness and further stimulate collagen, supporting the natural production of vitamin D.

Winning recipe

It’s been a winning recipe for over 20 years now… when you are longing for an instant hit of Mediterranean sunshine, head straight for the Greedy Greek.

This friendly, relaxed restaurant has become a fixture on the always-busy Sharrow Vale Road, with its attractive mix of independent shops, restaurants, cafes and takeaways, and it remains as popular as ever.

The reasons? Well for me it’s the food primarily but you can’t take what’s on the plate in isolation. The Greedy Greek experience is all about the relaxed surroundings as much as the delicious delicacies on offer.

Close your eyes for a moment and you could easily be sat in your favourite Greek island taverna, sheltering from the scorching sun and watching sail boats bobbing on the horizon.

This is properly relaxed dining and that means embracing the mezze concept and doing away with the whole ‘starters followed by mains’ format. Just order what you fancy, start tucking in as soon as the first dishes arrive and let everybody share everything.

If you haven’t ordered enough dishes just request a few more… although your main issue will probably be the opposite. Portions are definitely on the generous side.

We ordered half a dozen small plates and one large between two and by the time everything arrived found our table full to overflowing. But there was no rush, where else were we going to go on a close and cloudy Sunday afternoon? Over the course of two hours we ate and chatted and found winning combinations of flavour and texture at every turn.

I’ve heard it suggested that Greek food is “a bit samey” but those lazy stereotypes fail to do justice to the sheer scope and variety of dishes on offer. Spanakorizo (£6.90) was certainly a new one on me – this herby, heavenly mix of spinach, leek, spring onion, feta and risotto rice is a new favourite. Lemon artichokes (£6.90) cooked with olive oil, lemon juice, peas, carrots and leeks came with a real punch of citrus as did the Greek lemon potatoes (£6.90).

We were on more familiar ground with the stuffed peppers (£6.90), bulging with rice, vegetables, herbs and feta and the melitzano salalta (£5.40), a smokes aubergine dip just crying out to be smothered on crisp, toasted pitta bread and scoffed. Bite-sized spanakotyropita, the ever-popular spinach and feta pie, and tyropita, the cheese and egg version (£1.70 each) were crunchy on the outside and packed with deeply savoury fillings.

The centrepiece of our very busy table was the mixed plate meal (£19.50), a chance to sample the best of the various meat dishes on offer. A winning mix of crispy roast pork, juicy meatballs, and a beautifully tender skewer of chicken breast, surrounded by pitta bread, Greek salad, tzatziki and strofilla, it transformed our humble, tavern-style meal into a banquet.

Dessert after that savoury feast? Normally I’d decline but it’s impossible to say no to the classic baklava (£6.50), and the Greedy Greek version, dripping with honey and stuffed with walnut pieces, was one of the best. Along with a slice of the Greek orange cake with filo pastry and orange syrup (£6.50) it rounded off a lovely, leisurely Sunday afternoon perfectly.

Greedy Greek 418-420 Sharrow Vale Road

Sharrow, Sheffield. S11 87P Tel: 0114 266 7719

www.thegreedygreekdeli.co.uk

At a glance:

H Friendly, relaxed atmosphere

H Delicious food

H Large and varied menu

THE GREEDY GREEK REMAINS AS POPULAR AS EVER, WRITES CHRIS WILSON.

THE GREEDY GREEK DELI & GREEK DELI DIRECT

greekdelidirect@gmail.com

Tel 07927 673990

If you have a Business Event, want to say thank you to your staff the Greedy Greek Deli via the direct side of the business can cater for you. From our Street Food Vans serving Large Hot Pitta Wraps and Chips to a variety of Buffets.

We can also cater for weddings and party’s too, please give Helen a call to have a chat and we can email menus and prices for you to look at. For normal food orders and deliveries

“The Greedy Greek Deli” is there for you on Sharrow Vale Road. Or order via just-eat.

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The Diary

Words: Molly Rowe-Towle

Exhibition

Modern Europeans

Until 2 December / Graves Gallery www.sheffieldmuseums.org.uk

This is your last chance to discover work by some of the most talented and distinctive French and British artists of the late 19th and early 20th century. This display, drawn from Sheffield’s collections, celebrates the work of both the well-known and lesser-known artists who were pioneers and protégées of the experimental French art scene centred around Paris.

Impressionist painting was developed in France in the late 19th century by artists such as Pierre-Auguste Renoir. Focussing on the landscape and scenes from everyday life, the Impressionists chose to leave their studios, working more spontaneously and capturing the changing colours and light of the outdoors.

Their work influenced British contemporaries such as Walter Sickert and inspired further experimentation by French artists like Paul Cézanne and Henri Matisse. Their use of exaggerated colour and simplified shapes characterised the future development of European modern art.

This small display presents work by Vanessa Bell, Paul Cezanne, Roger Fry, PierreAuguste Renoir, Walter Sickert, James Tissot and more.

Walter Richard Sickert, L'Hotel Royal, Dieppe, 1894

Image © Sheffield Museums

Choir

Come and Sing with Sheffield Music Makers: Vivaldi’s Gloria

4 November

Bents Green Methodist Church

www.sheffieldmusicmakers.co.uk

Whether you’re an experienced singer or a complete beginner, Sheffield Music Makers’ Come and Sing Day is a brilliant opportunity to spend a day in the company of one of the region’s longestestablished choirs.

There will be rehearsals in the morning and afternoon, to be followed by an informal concert where the choir will sing one of the most popular and uplifting choral pieces, Vivaldi’s Gloria.

Don’t worry if you’ve never sung in a choir or read music before, musical director Georgina Hulse and members of Sheffield Music Makers will be on hand to help make it a memorable and fun day.

Hopefully you’ll enjoy the experience, and if singing with Sheffield Music Makers inspires you to join the choir permanently, you’ll be made very welcome.

Sheffield Music Makers’ Come and Sing day is taking place on Saturday, 4 November at Bents Green Methodist Church at the junction of Ringinglow Road and Knowle Lane, Sheffield, S11 7PU.

Prices are £10 on the day, tea and coffee included. Please bring a packed lunch. Registration is from 10am, rehearsals begin at 10.30am.

For more information or to book a place contact Hazel Page on 07762 631613 or email hazelpage@talktalk.net

The Holiday in Concert

28 November / Sheffield City Hall

www.sheffieldcityhall.co.uk

The Christmas classic, shown alongside a live orchestra, is a heart-warming story following the lives of two women as they swap homes for the holiday season.

Wreath Making

26 November / Millennium Gallery

www.sheffieldmuseums.org.uk

Take part in a festive wreath making held by Debbie Bryan. Tickets are £65 and this includes all necessary material such as preserved flowers, greenery, festive decorations as well as tea, coffee and cake.

Handmade for Christmas

Until 24 December

www.sheffieldmuseums.org.uk

An annual craft showcase in which independent artists, makers and craftspeople come together to display and sell their work. There will be a large variety of handcrafted products to purchase such as ceramics, glass, jewellery, metal work, textiles and wool.

Stick Man

23-25 November / Lyceum

www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk

The adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s Stick Man is coming to the Lyceum this November and you won’t want to miss it. The production is adapted from the popular children’s book in which Stick Man faces many hardships as he makes his way back to the family tree. With great reviews from the times, the daily mail and the independent this will be a great day out for all the family.

Comedy

Yellow Arch Comedy Club

16 November / Yellow Arch Studios

www.yellowarch.com

Enjoy a night of free live comedy at the Yellow Arch Comedy club. This monthly event at Yellow Arch Studios showcases a range of great comedians for a fun filled night of laughter in a regenerated Victorian factory which is now a popular music and performance venue.

Music

Everybody Say JLS: The Hits Tour 2023

11 November / Utilita Arena Sheffield www.utilitaarenasheffield.co.uk

After their comeback in 2021 JLS (made up of Marvin Humes, JB Gill, Oritse Williams and Aston Merrygold) have joined us once again for a UK tour and are preforming at the Utilita Arena in Sheffield on the 11th of November. It is set to be an unforgettable night full of their greatest hits and throwbacks.

Make time for Mae

2023 HAS BEEN AN INCREDIBLE YEAR FOR MAE MULLER. AFTER BEING CHOSEN TO REPRESENT THE UK AT THE 67TH EUROVISION SONG CONTEST IN LIVERPOOL, SHE’S NOW RELEASED HER DEBUT ALBUM. SHE TALKS TO JULES BOYLE.

Images courtesy Harry Carr

You’re released your long-awaited debut album, the brilliant Sorry I’m Late. What can you tell us about it?  Some of the songs that are on there I wrote about five years ago, some I wrote only a year ago, so it really shows a real span of how I’ve grown over that period as a woman, as an artist and just as a human being. It was really important to me then, to show a different, more vulnerable side to me on the album.

I’ve built most of my songs on the past on a platform of women empowerment, not taking any sh*t and basically never letting them see you sweat. The other side of that coin though, is actually being really vulnerable and allowing yourself to be hurt, because all these experiences that make us be strong women and strong people, they can come from a place of pain. For a while, I really wanted to hide that, but for this album I really wanted to embrace that vulnerability and show people that I could do the sassy, ‘bad B’ thing, which is an important part of who I am, but it’s just as important to show the other side, so I hope I’ve done that.

I feel like I have though, so that makes me really happy. Women in general, whether it’s in the workplace, in relationships or as mothers, sisters and so on, are meant to be this strong, empowered fixers who are the emotional careers, the ones who hold everything together. There’s a lot of pressure in that, so I think it’s actually really powerful when you can just go ‘I’m not feeling powerful or strong today!’, then you actually come out the other end feeling empowered for being able to do it.

I think we need to stop holding women up to such high expectations. We’re not just the strong statues that can power through anything, we have our moments and that’s alright. So there are a lot of songs on this album that, if you are feeling down or under pressure, you’ll be able to connect with and relate to.

The album’s themes are very personal, but at the same time there’s a universal quality to them at the same time. You’d imagine they’ll really resonate with fans when they hear them?

I really hope so. Being a woman myself, I feel it’s really important that I write music that young women can relate to, but it’s also for anyone that has just been put down in their life. I have so much love for the LGBTQ+ community, because they’ve been so accepting of me,

so it’s really important that they listen to this album and feel accepted too. I wanted it to be an album that everyone can enjoy and feel empowered by. That’s my main aim.

Your single I Wrote A Song was everywhere due to being the UK’s Eurovision entry, but the album must have been finished before you were picked for Eurovision?

The album was done and dusted long before Eurovision. In fact, it was meant to come out a lot sooner, but when that came up, the whole plan had to change. It was a shame, but it was so the right thing to do as so many more people know who I am now. It was actually so perfect, as right after Eurovision, I had an album ready to go!

How much have things changed for you since competing in Eurovision?

Even at the few shows and festivals I’ve done since then, it feels like there’s more of an audience there, there’s more support and just more people knowing who I am, which can only be a good thing.

Did seeing all that high-end production first hand give you any inspiration for your own live shows? It was all on such a huge scale, but I was

definitely inspired by the choreography that I saw there, so I want to have the freedom to do more of that. My stage style is actually very different to Eurovision, as I love to chat and have audience interaction, as in I like my shows to almost feel like you’re in your front room with your mates, but I’m definitely looking forward to bringing some of that more polished choreography into the mix.

The people that do know you though, seem to really, really adore you and it looks very much that the feeling is mutual, would that be right?  Without your fans, you’ve got nothing, absolutely nothing. Some people think record labels and maybe artists run this sh*t, but it’s the fans. Without them, nobody at the record labels would have a job! Nobody would be able to do this thing that we all love without them. So I think it’s really important that you respect them, but also personally, I feel very, very close to my fans. I’m very protective of them and of course I’m very grateful to all of them, as their support over the years has always been incredible, so I try really hard to have a close relationship with them. They mean the world to me.

Debut album ‘Sorry I’m Late’ is out now.

“I’ve built most of my songs on the past on a platform of women empowerment, not taking any sh*t and basically never letting them see you sweat.”

AND MAKE LONDON’S NEWEST BOUTIQUE HOTEL YOUR BASE FOR A STAY IN THE CAPITAL.

unique converted Wesleyan chapel in vibrant Camden Town is helping transform the tourism potential of one of London’s up-and-coming boroughs in its first six months since opening.

After a £9million investment and two-year build, The Wesley Camden Town opened to widespread acclaim at the start of the year, and after six months of trading, we can already see the buzz it has brought to uber-trendy Camden Town.

The Wesley Camden Town is the first UK sister property to The Wesley Euston, the popular hotel near Euston Station which was recognised as “the UK’s first ethical hotel” some ten years ago. The Wesley Camden Town property has the same high level of eco-credentials as its big sister at Euston and is already a popular amenity within the local Camden community for visiting friends, relatives and business travellers. Whilst it is ideally situated away from the noise and commotion which many more central, more expensive hotels have, you can still be in Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus or Covent Garden in less than 20 minutes.

And within a few minutes’ walk from The Wesley Camden Town are a wide range of popular attractions and venues to visit including the world-famous Camden Lock Market, Regent’s Canal, Koko and Roundhouse music venues, Regent’s Park, London Zoo and that perennial favourite amongst UK and international travellers to London, Madame Tussauds. The hotel is also expected to be especially popular

with rail travellers from the north and Midlands, and also with travellers using Eurostar out of nearby St Pancras.

The Wesley Camden Town itself is located just off Camden High Street, and less than 400 metres from Mornington Crescent tube (just one stop north of Euston). On the nearby High Street, hotel guests will find a wide selection of restaurants with British and international cuisine, or you may want to head over to sister hotel The Wesley Euston and its vibrant Wesley Bar & Kitchen for dinner and a drink.

The Wesley Camden Town has 38 bedrooms over four floors of the sympathetically designed converted chapel which dates back to 1824, including “Classic”, “Superior” and “Wesley Collection” rooms. Prices vary per night and are from less than £150 for a double en-suite room with Queen size bed, luxury toiletries, smart TV, climate control and free WiFi. There’s a ten per cent discount for direct bookings made on the hotel’s website – www.thewesley.co.uk – and forward bookings for events like London’s Christmas lights, the capital’s New Year’s Eve celebrations and even the recently-announced Taylor Swift concerts next year, are already very strong.

The Wesley Camden Town

89 Plender Street, Camden, London NW1 0JN

Tel: 0207 691 1444

Email: reservations@thewesley.co.uk

www.thewesley.co.uk/the-wesley-camden-town/

Who’s in the running?

t’s been billed as the ‘biggest culinary event of the year’ and now we’re only weeks away from finding out who will be taking the honours at this year’s Westside & Southside Bar & Restaurant Awards.

This year’s event will be once again held at the OEC – Owlerton Events & Conferencing – which has proved to be a big hit with our guests for the last couple of years.

The OEC is an ultra-modern and exciting venue, making it the perfect spot for large-scale parties, weddings and celebrations of all kinds. So, of course, it’s ideal for the local restaurant world’s biggest and glitziest celebration night!

Our annual awards dinner, which takes place on Monday 30 October, is a highlight of the calendar for everyone in the restaurant business. Along with Westside’s yearly printed guide to the regional dining out scene, which appeared in our June magazine, it is part of our commitment to helping you find the best.

For chefs and restaurateurs across

the region, being singled out for praise in the Westside & Southside Awards is a sure sign that they are hitting all the right culinary notes.

The winners of all categories, including the coveted Restaurant of the Year title, will be announced on the night. As this issue goes to press, our judges are doing their final assessments of the region’s finest restaurants, and are about to make their decisions in the various categories.

As well as our usual list of awards, we will be announcing the winner of our ‘Young Chef of the Year’ competition and there will also be some special awards for ‘Out of Town’ restaurants, which will also be revealed on 30 October.

We’ll be tweeting the results on the night and there will, of course, be a full report in next month’s Westside. Meanwhile, on the next page is a list of who is in contention for the main awards.

Good luck to all the restaurants shortlisted.

And you can be there too…

The Westside & Southside Restaurant and Bar Awards has grown over the years into one of the highlights of the social calendar and this year’s event promises to be the biggest and best yet.

By hosting the event at the OEC, we have room to expand and increase the number of people in the room on the night. And this means we can invite readers to come along and enjoy some fantastic food and drink and share in the excitement as we reveal the 2023 winners.

If you would like to attend, even treat your team to an early Christmas party, tickets are priced £60+VAT each or you can purchase a table for ten for £550+VAT. Email john.murphy@rmcmedia.co.uk for further details.

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THE SHORTLIST FOR THE 2023 WESTSIDE & SOUTHSIDE BAR & RESTAURANT AWARDS HAS BEEN REVEALED…

Ben Grunwerg (centre), of I Grunwerg Ltd, and John Murphy (right of centre), managing director of RMC Media, present the ‘Restaurant of the Year’ 2022 award to Rafters

Dining Pub

Wortley Arms

The George Dark Horse

Peacock Cutthorpe

Bulls Head Foolow

Scotsman’s Pack

Sunday Lunch

Scotsman’s Pack

Bulls Head Foolow

Prince of Wales Baslow

Wortley Arms

The George

Peacock Cutthorpe

The Maynard

Dunston Hall Bistro

Brocco

“Local”

Walkley Cottage

Hyde Park Inn Dronfield

Dark Horse

Scotsman’s Pack

Bulls Head Foolow

Wortley Arms

Family Favourite

Bakewell Pudding Shop

Café 1554 Cathedral

Hyde Park Inn Dronfield

Dunston Hall Bistro

Peacock Cutthorpe

Thyme Café

Cafe/Light Bite

Café 19 at Whites of Calver

Café 1554 Cathedral

Bakewell Pudding Shop

Dunston Hall Bistro

Greedy Greek Deli

Thyme Café

Contemporary

Prince of Wales Baslow

The Restaurant at Renishaw

West 10

The Assembly/Schoolrooms

The Dore Brocco

Thyme Café

Bank House

Hotel Restaurant

Losehill House Hotel

The Maynard

The George Brocco

Indian Ashoka

Prithi Raj

Oriental

Chinatown

Zaap

Night Out

Cubana

The Wildcard

Napoleons Casino

Italian Maranellos

Nonnas

Newcomer

The Restaurant at Renishaw

The Assembly/Schoolrooms

The Dore

Young Chef of the Year

Four chefs took part in a Masterchef cook-off at Sheffield College - we will reveal the winner on the night.

Westside Readers’ Choice

Thanks to all the readers who have voted online for their favourite restaurants. We have received a record number of votes from across the board. We will announce the winner on 30 October.

Westside Restaurant of the Year 2023

A shortlist of three restaurants has been singled out as worthy of consideration for our main award. After the final round of dining out, it’s time for the judges to gather in a huddle and deliver their verdict. All will be revealed on the night…

Last year’s Readers’ Choice... The Wortley Arms

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High expectations

SUNDAY

Word of mouth recommendations are important to any business but can really make a difference in hospitality, where a good review can drive people to your business in their droves.

We like to think that we do our bit here at Westside but it was only a few weeks ago that I was talking to someone very well respected within the industry who recommended the Sunday lunches at The Bistro at Dunston Hall Garden Centre.

So it was with great anticipation that we headed to this picturesque part of Chesterfield to see if this high praise was indeed justified.

The Bistro at Dunston Hall Garden Centre is a large, airy and thoroughly modern dining space with a contemporary tiled floor, wooden chairs and tables, smart exposed brickwork and a relaxed, buzzing atmosphere helped in no small degree by a team of friendly, enthusiastic staff who ensure service is never slack.

Sunday lunch is clearly a popular option with many of the tables taken as we arrived for our afternoon feast.

The a la carte menu features the option of three starters and three desserts with roast dinners

complemented by offerings of burger, fish and chips as well as vegetarian choices.

A traditional roast was definitely on our agenda with diners being able to choose from beef, pork or gammon, although there is an option of having all three on a ‘butcher’s board’. All meat is sourced from nearby Highfield House Farm and comes with roast potatoes, honey roasted carrots and parsnips, creamed cabbage and pancetta, seasonal greens and a Yorkshire pudding.

But first starters. My wife opted for a crayfish and salmon cocktail (£7.50), which was served with marie rose and baby gem lettuce, whilst I chose ham hock and cheddar croquettes (£6.50) served with parmesan cream and watercress. Both were excellent, delivering on both flavour and finesse and were quickly devoured.

On to the main event and we chose loin of pork and honey and mustard glazed gammon (both £16.95) as well as a side dish of cauliflower cheese (£3.95). When our plates arrived the first thing we noticed was the size of our Yorkshire puddings (huge) but loved all the different elements of the dish – crisp roasties, sweet carrots and parsnips and the cabbage was delicious too. I loved

my thick slice of gammon which had subtle sweet and spicy flavours courtesy of the honey and mustard whilst the well-cooked pork was complemented by stuffing and crackling.

As good as it was, given the size of the portions we struggled to finish every last mouthful but wanted to leave room for dessert, although we had to share.

We were glad we did.

The sticky toffee pudding (£6) was sweet and sticky and the perfect way to end the meal. A coffee (flat white, £2.85) and tea (Egyptian mint, £2.80) concluded our pleasant afternoon. We were seriously impressed by the quality of food on offer. Our high expectations were fulfilled and then some. Dunston Hall Garden Centre &

www.dunstonhallgardencentre.co.uk

LUNCH AT DUNSTON HALL GARDEN CENTRE & BISTRO CAME HIGHLY RECOMMENDED TO RICHARD ABBEY.

- Open for lunch, dinner & drinks

- Intimate fine dining restaurant

- ‘Blind’ evening tasting menu experience changing every month

“Our menu evolves across the seasons, utilising the freshest ingredients available.

“I have so much passion for cooking this way, using the best quality ingredients I can source to let their potential shine.“ Scott

Head Chef, West 10

River to River Charity Challenge

The Oughtibridge-based running club, 7 Hills Harriers, held an event on Saturday 30 September, which raised nearly £700 for Woodhead Mountain Rescue.

The event, The River to River Charity Challenge, saw 48 runners choose a distance from a choice of 4, 10, 15 or 22 miles. Making their way to their starting points, they then navigated their way back home to the River Don after are taking in glorious miles of gorgeous views. All of the routes connected with each other and were a mix of terrain from technical uphill climbs like Stanage Edge to easier paved country lanes.

Beverley Torrance, who ran the 10 miles from Wyming Brook, said the best thing about the event was ‘the chat and the support of the ladies with you’.

Gina Quant, having run her first ever 10 miles, said, for her, it was about ‘feeling the fear and doing it anyway’.

As it was a distance rather than a timed challenge, runners like Catherine Askham, who ran the 4-mile option from Loxley Common, enjoyed the ‘relaxed, chatty’ nature of the run with ‘encouraging support and no pressure on the time to complete’.

The ladies-only running club which prides itself on its friendliness and inclusivity, is made up of runners ranging from seasoned veterans of the sport who regularly run ultra marathons to those just completing their first Couch to 5K.

“The event was really about bringing everyone together, challenging ourselves and having a good time raising money for a good cause,” said Katie Alexander, one of the club’s run leaders who ran the 22-mile option from the River Noe in Edale.

The runners finished with a warm welcome of homemade cakes and celebratory fizz, sipped from specially commissioned mugs made for the event by a local potter.

As it was so successful, the organisers are considering running the event again next year.

Celebratory dinner

Sheffield Assay Office held a special 250th anniversary dinner at the Cutlers’ Hall in September with guests from the assay offices in London, Birmingham and Edinburgh as well as incoming Master Cutler, Charles Turner. Have you been caught

Destination Wortley

y recent visit to the Wortley Arms coincided with the first sustained good weather of the year – sunshine, blue skies and the perfect time to sit out in a beer garden with a drink and a bit to eat.

The Wortley Arms, which straddles the borders of Sheffield and Barnsley, has plentiful outdoor spaces to soak up the sun but with a long-held reputation for being a ‘foodie’ pub, you’d be foolish not to step through its revolving doors and enjoy some fine food and ales in relaxed, comfortable surroundings. It’s cool dining areas can provide welcome respite from the heat too.

I’d brought the family along and owner Jamie Ellis showed us to a window table in the snug area of the pub. Décor has a contemporary slant but the building still retains much of its heritage with exposed stone walls, beamed ceilings and wooden panelling. Black and white photos give a further nod to the area’s history.

With a reputation such as the Wortley’s the menu offers of lots of pub classics – fish ‘n’ chips, burger, steak –but with dishes that elevate things just that little further – chicken thigh ballotine, dressed asparagus, Moroccan

spiced lamb. There are a few Asian influences too in the form of king prawn cakes, crispy chicken katsu curry and tandoori onion bhaji burger.

There’s no kids menu as such but the chefs can serve smaller portions of many of the dishes – my children both chose the Wortley Arms burger, which came with smoked bacon, Monterey Jack cheese, onion rings and twice-cooked chips. “Ten out of ten,” was my son’s verdict.

My wife and I both leaned towards the more ‘gastro’ part of the menu and started with pork and apple scotch egg (£8.50) and tempura cauliflower (£8) dishes. The scotch egg, served with a celeriac remoulade and Dijon mayonnaise, was meaty with a hint of sweetness and had a just runny yolk. The three sizeable florets of cauliflower were deliciously crisp on the outside and cooked through in the middle and given a kick of heat from the accompanying gochujang sauce.

Main courses continued the high standards and my butter baked cod, served with braised hispi cabbage, smoked bacon, mussels and saffron cream (£19) was a real stand-out dish. The cod, cooked with the skin on, was just perfect and paired so well with an incredibly more-ish sauce that was sweet,

salty and creamy all at once.

Across the table my wife had chosen a meat and potato pie (£16) from the specials menu, which was presented in its own dish and served with twice-cooked chips, mushy peas and gravy. This was proper comfort food.

It’s worth noting that portions are on the generous size and although my wife and I couldn’t find room for dessert, my children (unsurprisingly) did and shared a double chocolate brownie with whipped white chocolate, salted caramel jelly and caramelised white chocolate (£7). It made for a fitting end to what was an excellent meal.

The Wortley Arms is a real destination venue – I can highly recommend a visit, whatever the weather.

The Wortley Arms

Halifax Road, Wortley, S35 7DB

Tel: 0114 288 8749

www.wortley-arms.co.uk

At a glance:

H Fine food

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IT’S A PERFECT SPOT FOR WHEN THE SUN SHINES BUT THERE’S MUCH MORE TO THIS FOODIE PUB, WRITES RICAHRD ABBEY.

THE WORTLEY ARMS CHRISTMAS MENU 2023

AVAILABLE 1st December - Christmas Eve

STARTER

Poached salmon ballotine, winter slaw, lemon & herb creme fraiche (gf)

Roast pepper & tomato soup, parsley pesto, warm foccacia (vg)

Puff pastry tart, vegan cashew ricotta, grilled courgette, black olive tapenade (vg)

Pressed confit duck terrine, pistachio brioche, tomato & ginger chutney (n)

MAIN

Slow braised beef shin, brown butter mash, stuffed cabbage, roast carrot (gf)

Pan-fried seabass, crab choux fritters, marinated beetroot, spinach & pinenut dressing (n)

Roast turkey crown served with pigs in blankets, dripping roasties, creamed mash, seasonal vegetables, roasting gravy (gf)

Butternut squash gnocchi, Pan-fried King oyster mushroom, braised shallot, pickled red onion (vg, gf)

DESSERT

Frozen blackberry & orange parfait, liquorice mascarpone, candied hazelnut (gf, n)

Wortley Arms Christmas pudding, brandy sauce

Steamed treacle sponge, crème anglaise, vanilla ice cream (gf)

Trio of Cheeses, chutney, grapes & biscuits

COFFEE OR TEA WITH MINCE PIES

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THE NEWLY-OPENED CANON MEDICAL ARENA IS THE UK’S FIRST CARBON-NEUTRAL BUILT COMMUNITY ARENA AND WILL BE THE HOME OF SHEFFIELD BASKETBALL – AND MUCH MORE. BY RICHARD

ABBEY.

Sheffield has a new home for basketball. The Canon Medical Arena opened to great fanfare last month and will become the permanent home for the B. Braun Sheffield Sharks and B. Braun Sheffield Hatters as well as community groups including Dronfield Netball Club.

What’s more, the innovative multipurpose arena will also house a world-leading medical and diagnostic centre, which will provide access to elite and community athletes and support the NHS’s need for further diagnostic capacity for our communities.

The Canon Medical Arena forms part of the Olympic Legacy Park (OLP) in Attercliffe, which opened in 2015 with the aim of improving physical and mental health, and wellbeing as well as harnessing the power of research and innovation to deliver positive change. Like the OLP, the new arena is open to everyone, from grassroots right through to elite status.

Sarah Backovic is the managing director at Sharks Basketball Ltd and is excited to be finally in the arena, which will be able to accommodate unto 2,500 spectators for British Basketball League (BBL) games. Here,

she tells us more about the move and what visitors to the arena can expect.

You must be excited to have finally moved in?

We’re so excited to be finally in. Even though the last 12 months have been extremely busy, actually settling into our own facility has been the most satisfying achievement of our careers. We can’t wait to welcome people to see the final product of our efforts.

How long has the arena been in development?

The arena has been a ten-year overnight success! The moment we

made the decision that our whole future of the Sharks and Hatters and the future of the sport would rely on a dedicated facility, we have been devoted to the cause. The road has had a number of twists and turns but the enormous support of Canon Medical Systems helped steady the journey and we have finally arrived.

And it’s the UK’s first carbon-neutral built community arena?

The project has primarily been managed by the Canon team and supported by our team on the ground. It was a key factor to Canon Medical Systems (CMS) that every effort was made to reduce the carbon footprint in the process of the build. This is a core principal of any build activity when they (CMS) install medical diagnostic machines around the UK, therefore it was always part of the planning.

Tell us about the partnership with Canon Medical?

Our association with Canon Medical began via their support of community project Respect. This very important

project works with young people disengaged with school or on the verge of gang-related activity. This diversionary project uses the professional players as mentors to support the participants, many through personal experience, and help them understand their environment and encourage a more positive focus

providing learning tools for ongoing support.

How much input did the Sheffield Sharks have with the design?

The Sharks were the inspiration for the design, Sheffield based Bond Bryan architects embedded the feel of a shark

in its design concept with a practical delivery capability.

Who else will be using the arena?

Aside from the Sharks and Hatters premier teams, there will also be availability from the junior programmes. In addition, we have regular tenants from Dronfield Netball Club and the University of Sheffield Bucs programme. We also have time set aside to support the local community and their young people in basketball activity. In the end it is an event venue so that will lend to hosting in association with Sheffield City Trust existing venues, ranging from dinners to boxing and other indoor sports.

How does the arena fit into the dynamic of the Olympic Legacy Park?

The ethos of the OLP is health and wellbeing, incorporating research, AI and technology development. We are there to support the Park with provision of the end game. All the work within the OLP is designed to improve the lives of the country and encourage healthy lifestyles leading to the prevention of pressure on our health service. The Arena and our neighbours at the Community Stadium provide the field of participation through sport and social interaction both key to engaging our communities.

And there’s an on-site classroom. How will this be used?

The classroom is an essential part of our community programmes, whereby we use the vehicle of basketball to engage with young people and provide an out of school environment to improve learning. There are a number of programmes included like B Healthy B Braun, vocational study support and the Respect project. All these programmes will see school age children interact with the Sharks and Hatters and our teacher Sarah, to help improve attitudes, confidence and ability to learn leading to better outcomes in life.

The new classroom facility can host up to 16 students as part of its reengagement and study support activities. To date the sum of the combined projects have annually benefited over 4,000 students since their inception and these are to be expanded as further opportunities are developed with Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park.

Tell us about the Medical Diagnostic Centre.

The rear entrance of the Arena hosts the diagnostic facility. This will support

professional athletes at a very high level with the latest in technology for precision diagnostics and reduce injury time by defining treatments that will optimise recovery time and keep athletes on the track, court or pitch as required. It will also be able to support the NHS cope with the backlog of waiting times for diagnostics which we know since the pandemic is essential.

Access and control of the Medical Diagnostic Centre will be managed by LivingCare, who will be responsible for all imaging and diagnostic services, supporting athletes of all abilities and NHS patients in its determination to increase patient access to health screening and disease prevention in the region.

The Medical Diagnostic Centre will feature Canon Medical imaging systems including AI-assisted CT and MRI, diagnostic ultrasound, digital X-ray, fluoroscopy and include consulting rooms and minor surgery operating theatre. The quality and specification of the equipment, coupled with the AI-led

analysis within the facility will play a critical role.

Mark Hitchman, Managing Director, Canon Medical Systems UK said: “The Canon Medical Arena is a pioneering carbon-neutral built sports, healthcare, and community facility with the aim of increasing affordable access to sports and community events.

“As well as providing a home for the B. Braun Sheffield Sharks and B. Braun Sheffield Hatters basketball, the Medical Diagnostic Centre will play a part in expanding healthcare capacity for local people with advanced healthcare facilities featuring the latest Canon Medical innovations. It will also be a hub for our research and development teams working in cooperation with neighbouring academia developing healthcare innovations for the future.”

Sarah Williams, Director of Patient Safety at LivingCare added: “LivingCare are proud to be bringing health care services to Sheffield in the Canon Medical Arena. This will not only will be an opportunity to improve the health of the community, but also create job opportunities and play a part in creating the medical workforces of the future through established links with the colleges and universities.”

Whilst all focus is on the new arena, the OLP will continue to develop over the coming year, benefiting not just those that use the facilities but the wider area too.

“Our focus right now is to make the Arena and Medical Diagnostic Centre a thriving success and an asset to the OLP, the community of Darnall and the basketball fraternity,” concluded Sarah Backovic. “We are very proud and grateful to Canon Medical for believing in us.”

“The moment we made the decision that our whole future of the Sharks and Hatters and the future of the sport would rely on a dedicated facility, we have been devoted to the cause.”

New Community barge gets royal sail of approval

Walkers on the Sheffield and Tinsley canal towpath were astonished recently to see HRH, The Princess Royal, steering a 57 feet long barge into Sheffield city centre. Princess Anne had flown in by helicopter to view the work of the Ethel Trust, an award-winning charity, providing day and residential waterways experiences for disadvantaged groups in South Yorkshire.

With barges based in Sheffield and Thorne, near Doncaster, the Trust was celebrating the arrival of their brand new ‘state of the art’ community barge, called ‘Pearl’. Having viewed the advanced technology on the boat, including a hybrid engine assisted by solar panels, Her Royal Highness, an accomplished sailor, took over the steering from the skipper for the return trip into Victoria Quays.

Back on shore, Princess Anne generously took time to talk to every one of the Trust’s volunteers individually, before officially naming the barge by unveiling a commemorative plaque.

The Ethel Trust is currently recruiting new volunteers, and if you can spare 2 days per month, then check out the Trust’s website www.etheltrust.co.uk or email ethelbarge@gmail.com for more details. No boating experience is required as full training will be provided.

New service supports young people in education

South Yorkshire youth homelessness charity Roundabout has launched a new service to support vulnerable young people who are still in education.

Sheffield First Step aims to provide accommodation for six young people who are homeless or at risk on homelessness and in school or college.The project is being funded by LandAid, the the property industry charity that for more than 30 years has worked to achieve lasting change and strive towards ending youth homelessness.

Eligible young people should be aged between 16 and 25, be either homeless ora at risk of homelessness and be either a college or sixth form student, with a clear, realistic intention of moving on to university.

They should be able to thrive in a self-contained property with no on-site staff support and have an income from work or benefits.

To find out more about Sheffield First Step and the full range of services provided by Roundabout visit roundabouthomeless.org

Mercatum Christmas Artisan Markets

This winter, Haddon Hall will host its renowned Mercatum Christmas

Artisan Markets over four long weekends – 16-19 November, 23-26 November, 30 November-3 December, and 7-10 December.

Mercatum will feature over 90 artisans set in the magnificent grounds of the Haddon estate. Visitors are invited to weave their way round the grounds, starting in front of the Stables, where a host of delicious food and drink stalls will be in situ. Each room will feature a selection of makers and producers, with visitors also able to wander out into the Elizabethan gardens, where there will be more stalls on two of the terraces, lit by fairy lights.

This year sees a host of new artisans joining the line-up, with ceramicists, silk artists, jewellers, candle makers, chocolatiers, woodwork, stationery and more.

Tickets: £9.50 per adult (includes parking), Children (515yrs) £2.50, Child (0-4yrs) Free.

This year, as well as offering morning and afternoon tickets, there is also a Green Ticket, for those who travel by public transport or on foot. These tickets are £6.50 and available to buy from the ticket office on the day, on proof of travel.

For those who want to make the most of the occasion, book a stay at Derbyshire’s most iconic hotel, The Peacock at Rowsley, which celebrates its 200th anniversary this year. Located a short distance from Haddon, any guests at The Peacock will receive complimentary tickets to Mercatum, as well as transport to and from the hotel.

Celebrating women in business

The Dore Bar and Grill is set to revamp its offering, with an experienced motherdaughter management team at the helm.

General manager Rebecca Aitken and her daughter Mollie are set to lead The Dore into a promising future, introducing a new two-course, Monday to Friday £14.95 lunch menu, new seasonal specials, and a calendar of events. The venue provides all-day casual dining across the bar, restaurant, and outside terrace area - with the menu featuring Italian-inspired and classic dishes with a good range of wines, spirits, beers and cocktails. The on-site coffee shop is open from 8.30 am with both businesses operating seven days a week.

“My vision is for the team to deliver exceptional hospitality whilst creating an upbeat, atmospheric vibe,” shared Rebecca Aitken, the driving force behind the restaurant’s new era.

“The feedback from everyone is that The Dore is a unique but welcoming experience for not only Dore locals, but customers pouring in from all over Sheffield and the nearby Peak District to sample our new menus.”

For reservations and inquiries, please visit https://thedore.co.uk/reservations

Marva keeps smiling

If you’re going to take on the challenge of descending down one of Sheffield’s tallest buildings the hard way, you’d may as well do it with a smile!

St Luke’s Hospice raised in excess £11,000 with a sponsored abseil down the side of Sheffield Hallam University’s Owen Building.

More than 20 intrepid adventurers had signed up for the 12storey drop, with Marva Thorp clearly more than happy to be the last person to get into harness and head for the ground.

Marva, who lives in Crookes, is a keen St Luke’s supporter, who has taken on several challenges in memory of mum Louise, who was a St Luke’s patient.

“Marva’s fantastic high spirits really captured the mood of a great day,” said event organiser Gemma Lancaster.

“Even the people who said they didn’t really like heights thoroughly enjoyed the experience and most of them would happily have gone straight back up and done it again if they could. It was such a successful day that we’re already planning our next date for May 2024 so look out for details of how to join us.”

For a full calendar of all St Luke’s events visit www.stlukeshospice.org.uk

Whistleblowing performance

Steve Mather isn’t cracking the whip as he takes to the stage at Sheffield’s Lyceum Theatre…but he will be indulging in a spot of whistleblowing!

And just to make sure his performance hits just the right note, he’s even bringing in his own whistle!

Steve plays the Ringmaster in STOS Theatre Company’s revival of classic circus musical Barnum, which runs at the Lyceum from 14-18 November.

But although he doesn’t get to use the classic Ringmaster’s whip, he’ll be making his presence more than felt with a good loud blast on the whistle that takes him right back to his early days as a teacher.

Broadway and West End classic Barnum is the story of 19th century circus superstar and showbiz pioneer Phineas Taylor Barnum, the man who took the hard sell and turned it into a spectacular display of showmanship that took audiences by storm. The STOS production is directed by Jill Beckett, assisted by Mark Harris, with musical direction by Anna Wright and choreography by Claire Harriott.

For tickets call 0114 249 6000 or visit sheffieldtheatres.co.uk. For more information about STOS visit stos.org.uk

Charity fundraising challenge

S.Anselm’s school in Bakewell has led the charge in a charity fundraising campaign, which to date has raised over £25,000 for the Rob Burrow Centre Appeal.

The challenge, which set out to raise £10,000 came about following the diagnosis of Dr Louise

Jordan, widely known across north Derbyshire for her work as a doctor - and as the star of the BBC documentary, The Real Peak Practice, which was filmed in 2017.

A hugely active and popular member within the local community, many of Louise’s friends and associates came together to support a fundraising mission for her chosen charity, the Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease (MND), part of the Leeds Hospital Trust.

The challenge saw pupils from S.Anselm’s host various sponsored activities including a ‘Walk the Equator’ challenge, which clocked up over 14,000 km miles collectively from across the school.

To further boost the fundraising events a team of 14 adults to include parents and teachers from S.Anslem’s, St Anne’s in Bakewell and St Peter’s & St Paul’s in Chesterfield set out to walk the National Three Peaks, Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon in just 24 hours.

To date the challenge has raised over £25,000.

New venue for theatre group

Woodseats Musical Theatre Company are back with a new show for autumn 2023… and at a new venue. Sounds of Woodseats, featuring music and song from the world of stage and screen, will be on stage at Crookes Social Club in Mulehouse Road, Crookes, with three shows on 4-5 November.

The theme of this year’s concert is Heroes and Villains, offering a full programme of hit songs from Hollywood, Broadway and West End classics, along with a selection of numbers from more recent shows, all directed by Maddie Stones and Lucy Mulvihill, with musical direction by Adam Walker.

The concert, which also includes traditional interval pie and peas or hot roast pork sandwiches, is performed on Saturday November 4 at 2.30pm and 7.30pm and Sunday November 5 at 2.30pm.

Tickets cost £18 with food or £12 for the concert only and can be booked by calling 0114 2644803 or 07534 707079 or emailing: tickets@woodseatsmtc.co.uk

Competition winners

Congratulations to Pauline Barrett who was chosen as the winner for our DoubleTree by Hilton Sheffield Park competition out of 3,323 entries.

Our Zippo’s Circus competition winners were: Hannah Matthews, Leanne Allum, Paul White,Freyja Thorpe and Andrea Tinkler. We had 504 entries.

A glittering reputation

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he Old School House Nursery has been a much-loved part of the local scene for more than 30 years and continues to grow from strength to strength.

That’s why they recently received national recognition in the shape of an Investors in People Platinum Award –one of but a few nurseries in the entire country to achieve this coveted accolade. It reflects a determination to be at the forefront of childcare and development.

And yet the nursery’s success has been built on three simple principles – Safe, Happy And Learning. It’s a formula that has found favour with children and parents alike for those three decades.

The Crosspool Nursery School opened in 1990 and was later followed by the opening of their Endcliffe site in 2009.

The Old School House Nursery has forged a reputation as a leader in childcare provision, providing wraparound care and a plethora of

activities for children aged three months to five years old to match the needs of busy parents seeking a stimulating and loving environment for their children.

“Our staff have a wealth of experience in child care,” says principal Stephanie Connelly. “We’ve seen a lot of changes over the years. We first opened our doors as a nursery school for ages 2-5, then in 2000 we added a specialist Baby Unit.

"We provide an excellent foundation for children to go to school and beyond. Many of our pre-school children even come back to work for us."

Nursery opening hours are from 7.30am to 6.30pm, in addition to providing breakfast, after school, holiday and French clubs for children up to 11 years of age. The nursery also benefits from Early Years teachers with specialists in music, French and short tennis.

All of their meals are home-cooked, with ingredients sourced from local suppliers and any dietary requirements requested by parents can be catered for in order to meet their children’s needs.

The nurseries have spacious rooms and extensive playgrounds, as well as a mud kitchen for children to explore. Forest schools were also introduced in 2015 and have been a resounding success.

“It’s important, especially with parents working, that children have the chance to be in touch with the environment,”

continues Stephanie. “Our staff are trained to deliver classes in numeracy and literacy outside. It’s also a great environment for children’s imaginations to grow.”

The Old School House Nursery not only helps to nurture its children, but its members of staff too. They are a registered CACHE training centre, offering training up to levels 2, 3 and 4 in childcare, with the majority of their staff also having first aid training. They also provide NQT training for newly qualified teachers to complete their qualification.

Furthermore, they promote fundamental British values (according to Ofsted) such as democracy, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs and for those without faith.

If you think your child could benefit from spending their pre-school years at one of The Old School House Nursery’s two Nursery Schools, contact them now to arrange a visit.

The Old School House Nursery Schools

Benty Lane, Crosspool, Sheffield

Tel: 0114 266 6930

Endcliffe Rise Road, Sheffield

Tel: 0114 266 3230

www.oshnursery.co.uk

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MORE PENSION CHANGES COMING 2024 PENSION DEATH BENEFITS AND WHAT WE KNOW NOW

With the lifetime allowance consigned to history after April 2024, attention is turning to how the new pension rules will operate and how this might affect retirement advice.

Big changes are planned for the taxation of pension death benefits.

HMRC have issued draft legislation containing new allowances which cap the amount of lump sums which can be paid tax free.

They also plan to tax income from inherited drawdown and annuities purchased from funds where the member died before age 75.

It’s vital that you nominate the correct beneficiaries on your pensions and regularly revisit them to ensure your money

goes to the correct people.

You should also make sure that you are in a contract that can provide all of the flexible options for taking death benefits. There are still gaps in the new proposals but we will keep you updated on how things eventually pan out.

The removal of the lifetime allowance also allows people to reconsider whether they should now pay more money into Pensions. Now is a good time to review your existing plans and will ensure that you are ready for the changes as and when they come.

If you would like to review your current position, contact one of our pension specialists who can guide you through the pensions maze.

IS VOLKSWAGEN’S ‘GTI’ ABOUT TO GET THE ELECTRIC TREATMENT? ASKS RICHARD ABBEY.

Electric GTI

At the recent Munich international motor show, Volkswagen confirmed that they will launch 11 new all-electric models in the next four years, including sporty and emotive GTI versions of selected models from the all-electric ID. family.

The ID. GTI Concept show car presented for the first time in Munich provides a concrete insight into how Volkswagen will transport the iconic GTI label into the electric future.

“The perfect combination of driving pleasure and everyday usability – that is what the three letters GTI have meant for decades,” says Thomas Schäfer, CEO of Volkswagen Passenger Cars.

“With the ID. GTI Concept, we are taking the GTI DNA into the electric age. It remains sporty, iconic, technologically progressive and accessible, but now with a new interpretation for tomorrow’s world.”

Next generation

Companion to the recently introduced Coupe, the new Aston Martin DB12 Volante combines spectacular Super Tourer performance and handling with the irresistible sensory thrills of roofdown driving.

Developed in parallel with its Coupe stablemate, DB12 Volante boasts the same game-changing design, engineering and technology advances made by this latest evolution of Aston Martin’s most distinguished nameplate.

The Volante’s performance credentials speak for themselves. Best-in-class potency from its 4.0 Twin-Turbo V8 engine endows DB12 Volante with formidable performance and a fabulous soundtrack. Tuned by Aston Martin engineers to deliver class-leading 680PS/671bhp at 6000rpm and 800Nm/590lb ft between 2750-6000rpm, this exceptional hand-built engine features modified cam profiles, optimised compression ratios, larger turbos, and increased cooling to achieve an increase in output of 34 per cent compared with the DB11.

Giant steps

Also unveiled in Munich was the all-new MINI Countryman, offered for the first time with choice of a fully electric or combustion engine.

Now in its third generation, the largest member of the MINI family has grown in stature, gaining six centimetres in height and 13 centimetres in length.

The first all-electric Countryman mark’s a pivotal step on MINI’s journey towards becoming an all-electric brand.

The all-electric MINI Countryman is offered in two performance levels – _E and SE ALL4 with, the combustion powered Countryman available in three levels – _C, S ALL4 and JCW ALL4 model. Customers in the UK have the choice of three highly specified trims: Classic, Exclusive and Sport. The new MINI Countryman is priced from £28,500 RRP, with first deliveries taking place in February 2024.

Hyper excited

Lotus has unveiled the Emeya, the company’s first electric four-door hyper-GT.

Emeya is setting a new benchmark for how a Lotus drives and feels by combining the company’s 75-year expertise in engineering and design with the latest advanced innovations. This includes advanced and active aerodynamic features such as the pioneering active front grille, rear diffuser and rear spoiler. All this, combined with a low centre of gravity that Lotus calls ‘hyperstance’, enhances stability when driving, and sets a new standard in the GT segment for ride and handling excellence.

Emeya has an electronically controlled air suspension system. Its advanced onboard sensors feel the road 1,000 times a second and automatically adjust the vehicle to ensure the smoothest ride.

The top specification model for Emeya features Lotus’ high-power dual motor set-up that delivers a top speed of more than 155mph and can accelerate from 062mph in under 2.8 seconds, making it one of the fastest electric GTs in the world.

Are you ready for winter?

Newhall BMW

Established in 2002, Newhall provides specialist facilities for BMW owners and aficionados across Sheffield and the surrounding areas.

Headed up by Sean Cooke, who has been employed in the trade since leaving school in 1986, the team of expert mechanics and BMW enthusiasts know their way around a vehicle or twowith 20 years of Sean’s three-decade spanning career spent working for the motoring giant.

Newhall recognise that BMW owners need a realistic and reliable alternative to the “often excessive” prices charged for servicing, maintenance and repairs by the main dealer network. That’s why with it is possible to have your BMW or new Mini serviced and maintained with the all the care and attention it deserves, but at a fraction of the cost. While vehicles still under manufacturer’s warranty are fitted with genuine dealership-accredited parts. Call 0114 242 1318 or visit newhallsheffield.com to find out more.

The Tavern Garage Group

With winter fast approaching make sure your car is ready for the worst the weather has to offer. The cold and wet can cause lots of unexpected problems that can easily be prevented by regular servicing and maintenance.

Call in at any of The Tavern Group’s six family run garages and they will be happy to give your car a Free Winter Check; they will check the condition of your tyres to make sure they have enough tread depth for the slippery conditions and check your anti-freeze levels. They will also check your battery levels to make sure it is ready for the extra use of lights and heater over the coming months. Don’t take any chances this winter make sure your car is ready for winter, visit the website and book a service or MOT online or find your nearest garage.

All garages offer a full range of services at highly competitive prices. Fully guaranteed servicing, repairs and diagnostics on all vehicle makes and models.

Visit www.taverngaragegroup.co.uk to find out more

John Bee Body Repair Centre

John Bee Body Repair Centre is a family business that has been in the motor repair industry since the mid- 1930s, and with over 82 years of experience with all kinds of vehicles, they are widely recognised as the best value car body shop in Sheffield – known by their dealers for their extensive attention to detail.

They offer quality repairs at affordable prices and can handle any kind of repair, from minor paintless dent removal to full resprays and body panel work using the latest repair procedures to give you the best repair at the best price.

As one of Sheffield’s best independent garages, they can provide competitive quotations for any kind of work you need, no matter how big or small, and will talk you through your choices for repair work, so you can decide upon which option is best for you and your vehicle.

Give them a call on 0114 249 4883 or visit www.carrepairsheffield.co.uk

Snuff Mill Garage

As owner of Snuff Mill Garage, Paul Miller has spent over 27 years building a successful local business that has grown chiefly by word-of-mouth recommendations.

Paul and his five-strong team of fully qualified and friendly mechanics are the guys to keep your vehicle in top condition without breaking the bank... whatever the weather.

Work carried out at Snuff Mill Garage, handily placed just off Ecclesall Road behind Berkeley Precinct, includes servicing, free brake checks, fitting for all brands of tyres, genuine timing belts (AM belts) fitted with warranty, all Class 4 MOTs carried out on site with free retest and diagnostic work.

Give them a call on 0114 268 7627 or visit www.snuffmillgarageltd.co.uk to find out more.

Tec-Nik Autos

Tec-Nick Autos moved to state-of-the-art premises on Dannemora Drive (close to Sheffield Arena) in August 2019 which enabled them to enhance their services even further.

With specialist diagnostic equipment geared specifically for these brands they can do everything the main dealer can but with the added bonus of carrying out the work for up to 60 per cent less. This includes MOTs, tyres, servicing, and almost any other work that may need doing.

Tec-Nick Autos also offer engine re-mapping and tuning using Rapid modules.

Offering true peace of mind, all parts that are fitted at TecNick Autos carry a minimum of 12 months warranty. And if your car is brand new, any work they do won’t invalidate the manufacturers warranty. Call 0114 275 4189 or visit www.sheffieldvwaudispecialist.co.uk

MAKE SURE YOUR CAR IS FIT FOR THE COLD MONTHS AHEAD WITH HELP FROM THESE LOCAL GARAGES.

• Offices, craft rooms, teenage dens, cinema rooms, store room options.

• Our buildings are high specification and have lots of options for making them even more special such as underfloor heating, air con, sound systems, lighting options.

• They are insulated and can be used all year round.

• As a local company we are always able to sort any issues long term. Our guarantee is backed up by years of happy customers.

• Cladding options such as Cedar and Thermowood, glazing options like bi-folds and skylights.

• Rooms start at £8,000 for our 2.4m x 1.8m mini ‘Toby’ office.

• Any size and shape is possible but popular sizes include: 4m x 2.4m – from £16,000 and 5m x 3m – from £23,000.

TIM MYCROFT

GROUP SERVICES

Superior Cleaning and Restoration of Carpets and Upholstery Carpet Fitting Service

‘Treating your home with the ultimate respect’

Formerly with Franklins of Sheffield who have now closed after 130 years of trading, Tim Mycroft, himself with over 30 years experience, is pleased to announce his taking over the South Yorkshire and Derbyshire areas of the business.

Based in Sheffield, Tim is looking forward to working with valued customers of many years and having the opportunity to create cleaner, brighter, fresher carpets and upholstery throughout the homes of new clients. Tim also has many years experience in the fitting of carpets and flooring. If you would like more information about the services available please feel free to call and discuss your individual needs.

Help yourself and your family

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 money is available, why don’t you take out a Peace Funerals Plan?

Plans to meet your needs

With Direct Funeral plans costing from £1713* and Standard Bespoke plans from £2799*

Plans can be purchased over 12 monthly installments, interest free.

What to do next

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.

Elevate your house to a home with Nest

hoosing the lighting, furniture and soft furnishings for your home is one of the most enjoyable and rewarding tasks. It provides the opportunity for owners and renters alike to put their own personal style stamp on a property, and to officially elevate it from a house to home status.

And while finding just the right mix of practical yet stylish statement items can prove challenging, if done right it can provide a living space that allows us to live comfortably, work efficiently, as well as entertaining friends.

From cushions to chandeliers and candles to cabinets, through to beds and bathroom accessories, the designs that we choose provide our guests with a little insight into who we are, and what we love.

For those of us living in Sheffield, there is probably no better place to find our forever furniture pieces, or to seek inspiration for our own properties, than at Nest’s stunning new dedicated design destination at Park Hill.

Spanning an impressive 3,500 sq. ft, and boasting an outdoor front and rear terrace, with the interior having been designed by the internationally acclaimed interior designer Harriet Paterson, the

showroom is every bit as impressive as the furniture on display.

The design incorporates a purposebuilt staircase, sympathetic to the space with an industrial style, perforated folded steel softened with natural oak treads.

For staff and customers, a sleek and compact open-plan kitchen area also features.

Walking through the fully glass front entrance, visitors are immediately welcomed by one of the expert customer service style gurus, and greeted with the smell of freshly brewed coffee. Take just a few more steps in, and you can try out one of the many beautiful chairs, sofas, bed or stools available to touch, feel and experience.

Commenting on the showroom and the furniture on display, Toni Anne Dunleavy, Managing Director, Nest, said: “Perhaps I am biased because of where I work, but I would argue that there are few things in life more enjoyable than designing a home that reflects who we are, and where we feel comfortable and safe.

“Every piece of furniture, every lighting choice, and all of the soft furnishings and accessories that we choose can really add to that ambiance,

so while many of our customers opt to shop online, others relish the in-person experience, and they like to come into our showroom to look and feel and seek inspiration before they buy.”

Toni adds that as Nest partners with designers who create beautiful design pieces that are stylish, inspirational, and built to last, it was really important to the team that the showroom reflected that ethos.

She added: “We wanted to create a space where people could make themselves at home, and Park Hill provided us with the perfect space.

“The building itself is a truly iconic staple on the city’s skyline, it’s thought provoking, and it holds a special place in the hearts of the people that own it and use it.

“Much of what we sell invokes a similar reaction, so it was the perfect place to call home.”

Toni Anne Dunleavy is the Managing Director at luxury furniture, lighting and homeware experts Nest.co.uk Ltd. The new design showroom at the iconic Park Hill development is open Monday to Saturday: 10am to 4pm (Closed Sundays and Bank Holidays).

VISIT THE INTERIORS COMPANY’S SHOWROOM AT PARK HILL.