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Westside THE QUALITY MAGAZINE FOR SHEFFIELD & NORTH DERBYSHIRE
the home front have your say Westside Restaurant & Bar Awards 2021
at the cutting edge of business The story of Swann Morton
golden mile Focus on Ecclesall Road
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finding forever homes Eadon, Lockwood & Riddle... on your doorstep since 1840 See page 19
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CONTENTS
22 Take a trip down Ecclesall Road
92 The Diary
Our monthly round-up of what’s happening in your area
It’s one of the most sociable spots in the city with parks, cafes, restaurants and more
94 A night to remember
30 Eating Out
The preparation for the 2021 Westside Restaurant and Bar Awards has begun – and we have a brand new venue
We dine at Brocco, Ashoka, Kettle Black, Nonnas, Prithi Raj, Maranellos, Wildcard, Dunston Hall Bistro, Mosborough Hall and West 10
108 Travel
44 Home & Garden
It’s important to have a workspace that not only helps you stay productive but also fits your style
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Get inspiration for the home
elcome to the September edition of Westside. When long-standing Sheffield business Swann-Morton started in 1932, they certainly raised a few eyebrows with their worker-led approach. But it’s a philosophy that has brought great success – they now produce 1.5 million surgical blades a day which are sold in almost every country in the world. Westside got the inside track on thriving business. Ecclesall Road is often considered the social hub of the city – we dine at seven of its restaurants and look at the businesses that make it thrive. If you’ve got home improvements in mind, take inspiration from our ‘Home Front’ feature and don’t miss our usual mix of fashion, beauty, travel, motoring and more. Don’t forget that the Westside Restaurant Bar & Restaurant Awards takes place on 8 November at the OEC. Turn to page 94 to find out how you can have your say and how you can attend the glittering event. Otherwise, we’ll see you next month in our wedding special.
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48 The Home Front
London was calling to Richard Abbey who found the perfect base from which to explore on a recent visit to the capital
110 Business News
A monthly round-up of news, achievements, celebrations and new faces
You’ll find everything you need with these local businesses and services
118 Made in Sheffield
82 Accessories
We’ve collected a variety of sustainable swaps to help you and your loved ones be kind to the environment
84 Beauty
Westside looks at a long-standing Sheffield company who set out to do things differently
123 Motoring
This month sees the return of an iconic brand
Take a shortcut to the perfect pout with our lip makeup edit
86 Fashion
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Demand for property remains incredibly high!
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he coronavirus crisis has seen family-run estate agency Staves working under unprecedented pressure. With interest in local properties vastly outstripping homes available and the necessary safety measures to take on board, the business has had to adapt quickly. But, says director Matthew Staves, staff have embraced challenges, increasing Staves’ market share in the process. The company has also expanded, taking on three new employees to assist in dealing with a huge surge in calls and property enquiries. Said Matthew: “I think Covid has really differentiated one estate agent from another. There have been those which could not cope because they didn’t have the manpower or weren’t prepared to go that extra mile, but we’ve got on with things from the minute we were told we could. It’s been more tricky delivering our services, but we’ve been busy selling houses since a year last May, following the initial shutdown. There hasn’t been anything we haven’t managed to do.” Staves opened in 2010 on Chesterfield Road in Woodseats and have since opened further branches in Dronfield, Gleadless Townend and most recently in Dore. The south-west of the city has always been
popular with buyers attracted to its fantastic amenities, great parks and open spaces and close proximity to both of the city centre and Peak District and that interest has only grown over the last 18 months. Matthew said: “I think what’s happened is that people have refocussed their priorities in terms of their home and they aren’t prepared to wait. Whether that’s getting a bigger garden or an additional bedroom for a Home Office. With borrowing costs so low, it is an excellent time to sell your home.” Some properties recently sold by Staves have attracted as many as 60 viewings within the first few days of marketing, with an increase in interest from people moving from outside the area. If you are looking to sell your property, you can call Staves for a free, without obligation, market appraisal of your home. Going forward, the agency is continuing to implement many of the Covid safety measures introduced, including single party viewings. Meanwhile, Staves continues to take pride in being part of and supporting the community it serves. This starts with using local, independent suppliers wherever possible. The company is also very active in sponsoring local schools and organisations.
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ECCLESALL ROAD
Take a trip down Ecclesall Road IT’S ONE OF THE MOST SOCIABLE SPOTS IN THE CITY WITH PARKS, CAFES, RESTAURANTS AND MORE, WRITES LUCY JAMES. ibrant, bustling, and diverse, Ecclesall Road runs for about 3.6 miles southwest out of the city centre. Referred to as the ‘Golden Mile’ by the locals, this part of the city is packed full of bars, cafes, restaurants, and boutiques. Botanical Gardens Ecclesall Road is always buzzing and full of people with the food and drink places situated on the road being some of the most popular in the city. Throughout the summer months, the area is bustling with Endcliffe Park people eating and drinking on terraces, in pub gardens and outdoor spaces trees and stunning period properties, including the many parks and gardens that are nearby. Ecclesall Road is thought many of which were made from to be the most sociable road in Sheffield. sandstone. The bigger houses along the road have large and luxurious looking The area surrounding Ecclesall Road gardens which make the road, and the has a good balance of city-living and area look classy as well as adding to the small-town-living making it a great spot city’s greenery – one of the things the for anyone. With the area growing in locals like best about the area. popularity amongst students, professionals and young families, the houses prices in the area have increased in recent years, with the further you go The road is packed with bars, cafes, south-west of the city, the higher the restaurants, and takeaway shops, with average house price – to buy a property there being a cuisine to suit everyone. on Ecclesall Road, on average it would There is a number of food shops located cost around £259,632. on the road, as well as larger shops being Ecclesall Road offers an incredible amount of public transport links with numerous bus stops placed along the road and it is just a 27-minute walk away from the train station. Sheffield city centre can be walked to in under 20 minutes, and what is even more impressive is that Ecclesall Road is one of the city’s direct links to the Peak District. The area around the road is well known for its hills, and is lined with
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just a short walk away. The road is home to an abundance of independent boutiques as well as plenty of charity shops which will impress anyone who loves thrifting. There are gyms, pharmacies and doctor’s surgeries located nearby, and Hallamshire Hospital is only a short drive away. There are good primary schools situated just off of Ecclesall Road, nurseries nearby and Sheffield Hallam University’s Collegiate Campus which makes the area ideal for students who study on this campus. There is also a university library which members of the public can use with a day card that can be collected upon entry. There is another library near the opposite end of Ecclesall Road, too.
Things to do: As well as having a fantastic location for amenities and social life, Ecclesall Road is packed full of exciting and unique things to do. Here is a list of just some of fun things to do that are nearby.
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Sheffield Botanical Gardens
Situated off of Ecclesall Road sits the Sheffield Botanical Gardens which date back to 1836. The parkland stretches across an impressive 19 acres and has 5,000 different species of plants. With water fountains and ponds dotted around the green space and in amongst colourful flowers, the gardens create a stunning and relaxing environment for a walk or a picnic. The Botanical Gardens is also home to ‘the bear pit’, a Grade II listed structure which was built in 1836 to home a black bear and is the best example of a bear pit in the UK today. A Yorkshire legend says that a child was killed after falling into the pit in 1870. Full of history and beauty, the Sheffield Botanical Gardens is the perfect time out in the summer to escape the bustling city life.
points for the Sheffield Round Walk, a 15-mile loop of the city through urban and rural landscapes, passing rivers, parklands and some of the prettiest suburbs in the city.
reserve. City dignitaries including George Bassett (founder of Liquorice Allsorts), Mark Frith (steel manufacturer and Master Cutler) and William Flockton (architect) are interred there.
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Snuff Mill
The principal burial ground during Victorian times. Today, it is Grade IIlisted, thanks to the English Heritage National Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, and is also a local nature
Sharrow Mills was once home to Wilsons of Sharrow, specialists in snuff production. Much of the original building remains as does the water wheel.
Endcliffe Park
Situated along part of Ecclesall Road is Endcliffe Park. Here, there is a playground for children, a café, space for sports, ponds and the Porter Brook River runs through creating an idyllic riverside walk. Every Saturday morning, Endcliffe Park is the base for the Sheffield Parkrun, and is also one of the starting
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Reyt Good Curreh™. But is it? Sheffield seems to think so as Ashoka has now been open for a half century on Ecclesall Road. Ashoka introduced curry to many Sheffield folk when they first opened their doors and fired the tandoor up in 1967, and whilst their adverts and taglines may be memorable, it is the food and service that’s kept guests coming back time after time over the last five decades. With a unique combination of railway, heritage and colonial décor, the experience is different in the best possible way. Dishes of note to try are the mustard pepper lamb chops and Taxi Driver Curry™, and for those who like food hot, the Reyt Spiceh Curreh™ is an absolute must. Visit them at 307 Ecclesall Road, Sharrow, Sheffield, S11 8NX, call 0114 268 3029 or see their website: www.ashoka1967.com
The new autumn/winter collections are arriving at b.biscuit baby and childrens clothing boutique at Hunters Bar just off Sharrowvale Road.There are some gorgeous new styles to choose from including gorgeous designs from the new Frugi collection, and funky leggings, tops and hoodies from Blade & Rose. It’s time to start thinking about snowsuits and winter coats for the little ones – at b.biscuit there are some gorgeous winter styles from Hatley and Frugi. B.biscuit also stock a beautiful range of toys and gifts including Jellycat soft toys. There are cute teddies and all sorts of super soft animals to choose from making a perfect gift for a new baby or birthday present. There are also some fab classic colourful wooden toys from Bigjigs. If you are looking for something unique, Bear & Babe and Milk Thistle are a couple of fantastic clothing brands made right here in Sheffield! The designs really stand out and offer something original and fun for your little ones. You’ll always find something stylish and a little bit different at b.biscuit. Call 0114 266 1221 or visit www.bbiscuit.co.uk to find out more.
Brocco Brocco is very much in the heart of it’s community, independently owned and run with a boat load of accolades, reviews and awards, local, regional and national for both the hotel and the restaurant. Whether you want to pop in for a cup of freshly brewed coffee and a chat or a weekend away with a loved one, there is an experience for everyone. Their mantra is eat well, sleep well, live well and everything at Brocco has been thought about: if it can be home-made, hand-picked or personalised, it has been. Nothing is too much trouble when it comes to making you feel at home. Brocco Kitchen serves thoughtful, modern British seasonal food with a nod to Nordic flavours. Open for lunch Wednesday to Sunday and dinner Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights along with Sunday roasts and full menu of take home services like Afternoon tea every Saturday. Call 0114 266 1233 or visit www.brocco.co.uk to find out more.
Eadon, Lockwood & Riddle Established in 1840, Eadon, Lockwood & Riddle (ELR) is the area’s longest established estate agent and has recently undergone a major rebrand. ELR’s reputation revolves around their traditional views being paired with modern and innovative sales techniques. Their services include residential sales, lettings, independent financial advice along with a private buyers list - this ‘off the market’ approach is proving to be a very successful strategy providing the opportunity to view potential houses before they go live on the open market. But whatever your property needs, you can be sure of unrivalled experience and superb levels of customer care from their knowledgeable team to guide you every step of the way. To find out more, call 0114 268 3388 or visit www.elr.co.uk 24 www.sheffieldvibe.com
Fellas Fellas has been barbering in the city for over 30 years and have salons in Ecclesall and Crookes as well the new sister salon –Bunker – in Kelham. At the Ecclesall Road salon Fellas offer an appointments service with a fantastic free app called BOOKSY – simply log in and book your stylist and service, giving you the freedom to book day or night, at home or on the go. All barbers are highly trained and have been involved in artistic team education and are very talented in every aspect of modern and traditional barbering. There is a free car park at the rear of the salon and they also serve great (free) coffee! So freshen up and get booked in. Call 0114 266 2845 to find out more or use the BOOKSY app.
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The Famous Sheffield Shop Established in 1983, The Famous Sheffield Shop is a familiar landmark on Ecclesall Road. It is a popular destination with Sheffielders and visitors from around the world looking for the very best craftsmanship Sheffield produces today. The wide range on offer includes bladed items with cutlery, kitchen & pocket knives, scissors and chisels that were the foundation of Sheffield’s global reputation. Alongside these are traditional and contemporary pewterware and silverware, handmade, creative designs of tankards, vases, jewellery and much more.These are all made in Sheffield by long established companies to more recent new additions to the cities high quality and innovative makers. The shop at 475 Ecclesall Road is open from 9.30-5.30 Monday to Saturday; why not pay them a visit? Alternatively, you can see much of what they have to offer online at www.sheffield-made.com, contact them by telephone 0114 268 5701 or by email at sheffieldmade@gmail.com.
Hunters Hunters Estate and Letting Agents Ecclesall Road sits at the hub of one of Sheffield’s most vibrant suburbs, Hunters Bar. Specialising in selling and letting properties in and around Sheffield, including the city centre, Hunters manage properties ranging from one-bedroom investment apartments up to large, executive style detached residences – and everything in between. Their database of active buyers is comprehensive and eclectic and is optimised to suit a huge range of properties. To engage their services, call 0114 267 2080 or visit www.hunters.com
Harpers Fashion Harpers fashion is a multi-brand store specialising in unique womenswear from some of the world’s most coveted and exclusive artisan designers. Curated for the modern woman, Harpers encapsulates the modern woman’s needs with emphasis on style functionality and luxury – whether you join them online or in their flagship store, Harpers pride themselves in offering a tailored experience. Harpers offers free worldwide delivery and returns and has new products arriving weekly throughout each season. Call 0114 418 9030 or visit www.harpersfashion.com to find out more.
Kettle Black Recently re-opened, Kettle Black is the place to go for the ultimate night out. Their fine mixologists curate a seasonal cocktail menu with premium brands to delight the senses – you can read our review on page 34 to see what all the fuss is about. The heated Perrier Jouet Terrace is the perfect place to shoot the breeze, whatever the weather, whilst you can choose to relax indoors in style in the Tanqueray Lounge or VIP Mezzanine. The lounge and mezzanine are both available for private hire. Kettle Black also offer cocktail masterclasses where you can experience the art of mixology with one of their bartenders - it’s the perfect way to start a night out or celebrate with a group of friends. To find out more, call 0114 268 0060 or visit www.kettleblackbars.com
Maranellos Winner of ‘Best Italian’ at the Westside Restaurant and Bar Awards 2019, Maranello’s has burst on to the Ecclesall Road restaurant ‘scene’ to much acclaim and offers a true authentic slice of Italy. The comfortably stylish restaurant features exposed brick walls, wooden tables and attractive bright linens, and there’s an additional area upstairs, which accommodates up to 40 people. Alfredo Geci offers a menu that captures the essence of the many different Italian regions. The extensive selection includes all kinds of meats, fish, seafood and vegetarian options, as well as a varied daily specials board. Call 0114 266 5491 or visit www.maranellos.com to find out more. www.sheffieldvibe.com 25
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Nonnas Nonnas have been thrilled to re-open their doors to customers. “It has been a hard few months but we were so excited to welcome everyone back again,” said restaurant manager Stefano Buralli. “We are following all Government guidelines to keep our customers safe and continue to follow the strictest hygiene rules. And we also had a surprise – we served the first cups of Café New York coffee direct from Montecatini. They come via our state of the art new Cimbali M100 Attiva coffee machine which recently arrived direct from Milano.” Make a booking by calling 0114 268 6166 or visit www.nonnas.co.uk
Pomm Pom Just before Christmas 2020 Pomm Pom’s managing director took herself off to have a nail treatment at her local high street nail salon. To say she was a little disappointed by what she experienced there is a slight understatement and thought surely, there was a better way of providing what should be a relaxing, enjoyable, glamourous experience. Immediately she started investigating other options, visiting sites, mostly in London, experiencing what they had to offer and decided to take all the best bits of the numerous salons and bring them together; eight months later Pomm Pom was born. There is a long list of things you won’t find at Pomm Pom, but an even longer list of things you will. Customer service is top of the agenda, a fabulous interior designed salon, excellent hygiene and the friendliest staff around. They offer a wide range of treatments and are constantly on the look-out for new innovative ideas that can be incorporated into their services. Call 07967 316727 or visit https://pommpom.co.uk/ to find out more.
Robinsons Cobblers Established in 1960 in Kiveton Park, Robinson’s Cobblers grew their busine9999’ss into one of the most recommended shoe shops in the South Yorkshire area. Located on Ecclesall Road, they offer work that is completed to the highest standards. Their staff always go the extra mile to provide a customised and guaranteed service. When you visit, you’ll see that the team work with a friendly yet professional approach. Members of The Society of Master Shoe Repairers, the skilled team can carry out any job – no matter how big or small. For more information give them a call, or pop into store. Call 0114 268 1304 or visit www.robinsonscobblers.co.uk to find out more. 26 www.sheffieldvibe.com
Prithi Raj Prithiraj brings a taste of Asia to Sheffield’s eclectic Ecclesall Road, aiming to both impress with well-loved classics and introduce new tastes to customers, from an array of tempting starters to the many new dishes in the Chef ’s Specials category. The menu combines sophisticated flavours, traditional spices and contemporary twists to create tantalisingly aromatic dishes. Whether your tastebuds crave a delicately flavoured masala or perhaps something with a little more spice, our chefs have the passion and experience to create the perfect dish. All dishes are freshly prepared with only the finest ingredients and an authentic blend of spices, remaining true to the regional cuisines of India and Bangladesh. Read our review on page 38 to find out more. You can book a table online at https://prithirajrestaurant.com or by calling 0114 266 6002.
Spencers Spencer The Estate Agent have been a fixture on Ecclesall Road for over 25 years. As a family business they have stood the test of time and have seen other agents come and go over the years. They pride themselves on personal, honest advice that you can trust from an established local team who have a great knowledge of the area. Nicola Spencer, MD says: “We’re born, bred and living in the beautiful parts of the city that we cover, so we can give real insights into life in Sheffield – the hidden gems, the local schools, the things that make this corner of the world one we love. In everything we do – buying and selling, renting and letting, interiors, block management, new build consultancy – we go deeper and further because this is about home, and home really matters.” The team at Spencer are always happy to discuss the services that they offer. Please contact them on 0114 268 3682 or info@SpencersEstateAgents.co.uk
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Taylor&Emmet Unused, unloved upstairs rooms at Taylor&Emmet’s Banner Cross office have been transformed into a great place to work for its growing team. The Sheffieldbased solicitors now have space to employ more people, improving the service offered to clients, which in turn, is resulting in increasing numbers of five-star Google reviews. Five years ago, Taylor&Emmet’s facilities manager, Lee Stacey, began the job of clearing out second-floor storage rooms at the Ecclesall Road office. As the clutter was removed, he noticed that with a bit of TLC, they could be converted into modern, open plan accommodation. In the intervening period, a refurbishment project was undertaken. Walls have been knocked out, floors levelled and air conditioning and LED lighting installed in readiness for occupation. The space is now being used to house the branch’s conveyancing department. Lee said: “It is great to work for a firm that backs you when plans like this are put forward. The transformation has taken a few years, but Covid actually helped in the final stages, allowing work to be undertaken while there were fewer staff in the building. The space is now so good, we’ve been able to socially distance the Banner Cross team much more easily.” To find out more, call 0114 218 4000 or visit www.tayloremmet.co.uk
The Wildcard Bar & Grill Experience Sheffield’s first luxury sports bar and grill, catering for all the family located on Ecclesall Road. Featuring over 40 screens and a Jumbotron - that’s a huge ice hockey-style cube of screens - it’s impossible to miss live action sports from around the world. Add to that Sheffield’s largest shuffleboard, pool tables and darts and there’s entertainment for all. Thanks to Mikey Freeman of Yankees fame, the food menu features the finest American food and much more. Burgers, pizzas and their famous chicken wings sit alongside dishes including blackened cod and sashimi-style tuna. An extensive drinks list boasts local beers and cocktails made by their expert team. Visit www.thewildcardbarandgrill.com or call 0114 551 7517 to find out more.
Timber Windows of Sheffield Established in Sheffield in 2009 and with a move to Ecclesall Road in February 2016, Timber Windows have enjoyed connecting with clients from all over the city. As part of Prestige Windows of Sheffield, the team work tremendously hard to give clients the best experience possible when choosing their window and door replacements. Although the work carried out is predominantly timber installations, Prestige also carry out installations of slimline 1930s crittall style frames in aluminium alongside realistic timber alternatives that minimise future maintenance concerns. After a move to larger premises, these beautiful heritage windows and doors will be on show alongside extended timber offerings. Bev Hales explained: “We need more space to showcase the options we offer and with our new showroom, we can finally show examples of all our work for clients to consider in their future renovations.” Make an appointment with their advisers by calling 0114 399 9825 or visit www.timberwindows.com
UK Bullion A family-run jeweller established in 1982 on London Road, UK Bullion moved to their current location on Ecclesall Road in 1997. The team have years of watch trading experience; buying and selling the best watches in the world, including Patek Philippe, Cartier and Rolex, and have built up an invaluable and loyal clientele. All types of jewellery repairs are offered and there’s always a fantastic selection of unworn and pre-owned watches for both ladies and gentlemen in stock and you can view an assortment of watches on the website. UK Bullion trade internationally and are members of the International Watch and Jewellery Guild, based in America and the WTA watch floor trader association, Germany. For more information, call 114 266 4040 or visit www.ukbullionltd.co.uk www.sheffieldvibe.com 27
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Nailed it POMM POM IS SHEFFIELD’S NEWEST, EXCITING CHAMPAGNE NAIL BAR. ust before Christmas 2020, our managing director took herself off to have a nail treatment at her local high street nail salon. To say she was a little disappointed by what she experienced there is a slight understatement and thought surely, there was a better way of providing what should be a relaxing, enjoyable, glamourous experience. Immediately she started investigating other options, visiting sites, mostly in London, experiencing what they had to offer and decided to take all the best bits of the numerous salons and bring them together; eight months later Pomm Pom was born. There is a long list of things you won’t find at Pomm Pom, but an even longer list of things you will. Customer service is top of the agenda, a fabulous interior designed salon, excellent hygiene and the friendliest staff around. We offer a wide range of treatments and are constantly on the look out for new innovative ideas that we can incorporate into our services. We will be using and stocking leading industry products including Margaret Dabbs foot and hand products. Margaret Dabbs London is the globally recognised retail brand that fuses together the best of medical science with the best of beauty to produce a unique range of effective, results-driven yet luxurious products and treatments for feet, hands and legs for both men and women. Her products and services are found in Harrods, Liberty and Selfridges and are used in the Spa’s at One & Only Resorts, Sandy Lane and Four Seasons resorts. Not bad company for us to keep! We are combining all things nails and feet with coffee, cocktails and Champagne. Although fun (and plenty of it) is at the heart of what we offer, we take nails seriously, from the basic ‘Naked Manicure’ to our ‘Full Monty’ nail treatments, acrylic, gel and nail art
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will all be offered. We have something for everyone, including manicures and pedicures for men. Very soon we will be offering professional make-up services on our late nights of Friday and Saturday to offer a full experience of ‘getting ready to party’. Keep a look out on our website for details. Come alone or reserve a table for two or more guests at Pomm Pom and enjoy the ultimate social beauty experience. With your own dedicated nail technician, a fully stocked bar and instagram-worthy surroundings, you’ll have everything you need to enjoy catching up over nails coffee and cocktails! Coffee supplied and delivered by Nespresso. George Clooney, unfortunately, won’t be serving! We don’t need much excuse to party but thought the opening of our baby deserved a celebration, so we are having a party! Pop over to Pommpom.co.uk
leave your details and you will get an automatic invite to the opening celebrations. Come and try us out, what’s not to love at Sheffield’s newest, exciting Champagne nail bar! Pomm Pom 549 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield, S11 8PR Tel: 0114 268 3440 / 07967 316727 https://pommpom.co.uk/ Instagram: Pomm_pomnailbar Facebook: PommPomNails www.pommpom.co.uk
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Satisfaction guaranteed IS THE BEST THING ABOUT BROCCO KITCHEN THE FACT YOU CAN HAVE A LITTLE BIT OF EVERYTHING? RICHARD ABBEY CERTAINLY THINKS SO. uite often you can visit a restaurant and leave disappointed. Not because the food or service was sub-standard just that there were so many tempting dishes on the menu and you could only try one or two. A return visit is a must. But this is where a restaurant like Brocco Kitchen really comes into its own. Their smorgasbord-style menu, skilfully delivered by head chef Leslie Buddington and his team, let’s you try a little of almost everything, leaving disappointment to a minimum. The hotel and restaurant is a charming contemporary space located just off Hunters’ Bar roundabout and next to Endcliffe Park. We entered the restaurant through the garden terrace and while some social distancing still seems seems to be in place, the restaurant (and terrace) is full and has that early evening buzz that has been missing in so many hospitality venues for too long. It was great to see. Shown to our table by front of house Keeley, we ordered cocktails - a margarita (£7) for me, a gin-based Brocco Garden (£10) for my wife - before poring over the smorgasbord of tempting dishes. There are no starters, mains, desserts in the traditional sense but seasonal ‘small plates’ covering nibbles, meat (The
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Hunter), fish (The Fisher) and veg (The Gardener) dishes as well as sides. Keeley recommended two to three dishes per person, which is even better if you’re in a larger group as you can pretty much sample the whole menu. We nibbled on some sourdough bread (£4) to start before choosing four other dishes, which are brought to the table as soon as they’re cooked, there is not set order. First to our table was some crispy squid with tarragon aioli (£9) and tempura roasted vegetables with a soy, ginger and chilli dipping sauce (£10). The batter was just perfect on both dishes, deliciously crisp with the fish tender and the vegetables still having enough bite. A good start. We followed this with lamb neck fillet, pickled cherries, kimchi and satay sauce (£16) and curry roasted monkfish, brown butter, hollandaise, pickled carrots and coriander crumb (£14). The lamb, cooked pink, was well balanced with the sharp, sweet and slightly spicy flavours of the fermented cabbage and fruit whilst the sauce gave it a delicious nutty flavour. The monkfish, again was expertly cooked, but the highlight was the lightest, almost foam-like, hollandaise that accompanied it, just spot-on. Our last dish was thyme roasted
chicken with crispy skin, asparagus and broad beans (£12), which had lovely summery flavours. Desserts came in the form of a peach creme brulee with mint shortbread (£7) and a strawberry panna cotta with vanilla salted popcorn (£8) and we couldn’t resist a further cocktail to finish - espresso martini (£7) for me, and a Brocco Garden (£10) for my wife. I felt like we’d covered a broad spectrum with our choice of dishes but there were still others I would have loved to have tried. That means a return visit could be on the cards but we’ll have to be quick as the autumn menu will be launching soon. Brocco serve breakfast and brunch, lunch and Sunday lunch as well as afternoon tea but it’s the dinner that really takes some beating. There’s no disappointment here. Brocco Kitchen 92 Brocco Bank, Sheffield S11 8RS Tel: 0114 266 1233 www.brocco.co.uk
At a glance: ★ Tasty, seasonal dishes ★ Exemplary service ★ Great cocktails
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Serving up a treat OLIVIA WARSOP FINDS COOL VIBES AND MUCH MORE AT A SHEFFIELD INSTITUTION. shoka is well known in Sheffield, and for good reason. The Ecclesall Road restaurant is a long established favourite for good food and great atmosphere having been on the scene since 1967. The eclectic, vintage style decor and warm, friendly staff make dining there a joy before you’ve even taken a bite. We were greeted by the welcoming staff who as soon as we were seated thoughtfully brought us water and glasses of ice as it was one of the hottest days of Summer. Now that’s service! Because it was so hot we ordered ourselves two glasses of Mango Lassi (£3.50), a refreshing mix of milk, mangoes and natural yoghurt. While we browsed the menu we, of course, started with classic crispy poppadoms (90p) and pickle tray (85p) served stylishly on silver plates in keeping with the retro theme. Despite being spoilt for choice we managed to choose and for starters we had a special Ashoka recipe, Cricket Pakora (£5.50) with mixed vegetables perfectly seasoned and spiced, as if we’d expect anything less. We also had to have the classic Vegetable Samosas (£5.50), beautifully
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crispy pastry flaked to perfection, and filled with spicy vegetables and served with a side salad. The starters were a generous size and if you’re dining in a group I’d recommend ordering one of each and sharing round the table, everything is too nice not to try as much as you can. The service was perfectly timed and soon the main dishes were placed in front of us and smelling out of this world so and we eagerly tucked in. If you love a good Biryani, Ashoka is the place to go. Choose from a selection of chicken, lamb and mixed vegetables, a tough choice but in the end we went for the Chicken Biryani (£12.50). It was beautifully marinated in the chef ’s special biryani gravy and served with slow-cooked Deharduni basmati rice. If you want to try something a bit different we would highly recommend the Karamelised Kashmiri with king prawns (£14), this is Ashoka’s most popular dish and it’s easy to see why. The sweet, caramelised slow-cooked onions perfectly balance the line between sweet and savoury and add a unique depth of flavour when paired with the king prawns, you will be left wanting more
after trying this Ashoka special. We paired the mains with a moorish Cheese Naan Bread (£3.50) on the side. Portion sizes at Ashoka are huge and before we even had to ask the waiter offered to box up the leftovers for us before topping up our drinks. The restaurant seems to run like a well-oiled machine and the staff seem totally in their element, the age of the establishment comes through in how effortlessly done everything seems to be. It’s a pleasure to dine at Ashoka, every dish is exceptional and that knowledge makes it hard to get up and leave when in fact you’re almost tempted to wait a while and then order even more. Ashoka 307 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield, S11 8NX Tel: 0114 268 3029 www.ashoka1967.com
At a glance: ★ Fantastic food ★ Impeccable service ★ Quirky vintage decor
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We’ll drink to that FROM SWEET AND SOUR TO CELEBRATORY SPARKLES, OLIVIA WARSOP PUTS KETTLE BLACK’S MIXOLOGISTS TO THE TEST. ummer and a night out, what could be better? Especially if it involves sitting in a gorgeous terrace, on a balmy night, with each viewpoint framed by hundreds of flowers flowing from the ceiling with Instagram worthy perfection. Kettle Black on Ecclesall Road has an atmosphere like no other. Whether you’re grabbing a cocktail with your closest friend or embarking on a night out to remember, they cater for everyone. However it’s not just an exceptional setting, the staff also play a huge part in making the Kettle Black experience what it is. We were greeted by the friendly and knowledgable team who were more than happy to discuss the drinks menu and give their recommendations. Kettle Black has an extensive cocktail menu, including many of their own inventions, so it’s worth taking the time to read through it and take advantage of the staff ’s expertise. The menu is divided by category and I’d recommend trying something from each one. As seemed only fitting we started with the classics, Strawberry Daiquiris (£8.50), Piña Coladas (£8.50) and White Russians (£8.50). All delicious with traditional creamy sweetness and topped with plenty of
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fresh fruit. And following this something sour and electrifying from the (surprise surprise) Sours section; Rhubarb Vodka Sours (£8.50) and Amaretto Sours (£8.50) are fireworks in a glass, I highly recommend if you’re someone who, like me, loves sour sweets. After this we dived enthusiastically into the aptly named Signatures selection. If you’re a gin lover then I would recommend the Liddybug (£8.50), absolutely delicious, made up of raspberry Whitley Neill gin, elderflower liqueur, rose syrup and lemon juice. Valleytown (£8.50) is also a firm favourite, sweet with rhubarb and ginger Whitley Neill, framboise liqueur, raspberries and lemonade. Perfection. And of course a night out isn’t complete without the prosecco, the Botanical Garden (£8.50) mixes Absolut Vanilla with fruit and elderflower, then tops prosecco for a magically sparkly drink. For me, my favourite drink of the night was the Refresher (£9), 100 per cent nostalgic sweetness with the fizzy kick of the classic sweet. If you’re feeling daring then I would give a Largarita (£10) a try, a classic margarita served in a chilled pint pot and topped with a whole bottle of Corona. Sounds like it shouldn’t work but it
does! Don’t be alarmed if this is still too much of a cocktail for you though, Kettle Black also offers a wide variety of lagers, ciders and wine (starting from £4). Additionally why not take advantage of the range of shooters available (3 for £10 mix and match), the creamy Muller Corner goes perfectly with sweet drinks and if you’d rather something sour then try the Kool Aid. Kettle Black offers a truly unique night out experience in an amazing location, with incredible atmosphere and fantastic drinks. Everything from the decor to the drinks add’s to the party vibe that totally sucks you in and I guarantee you’ll leave having had a great time and with a new favourite cocktail (or ten). Kettle Black 301 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield, S11 8NX Tel: 0114 268 0060 www.kettleblackbars.com
At a glance: ★ ‘Fireworks in a glass’ ★ Good service ★ Great atmosphere
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Same but different CHANGES HAVE BEEN AFOOT AT NONNAS, BUT IS IT ALL THE BETTER FOR IT? WRITES MARTIN EDWARDS. here is a certain stage in a restaurateur’s life when a strange thing happens. It’s when the lines between the place itself and the owner become blurred. The two assume a single identity, a process which takes place almost without anyone noticing. For instance, there were countless times in the eighties and nineties when a beery night out with the guys would reach a critical stage.You could guarantee, as sure as eggs is eggs, that a voice would eventually pipe up. “Shall we go to Kamal’s after this round?” And taxis would be rounded up to take the happy band to the Ashoka. It was likewise with Baldwins, never the Omega. And more recently, it’s happened to Nonnas, as we found out on a recent visit to this most revered of Sheffield’s Italian restaurants. There was keen anticipation of the evening ahead. The talk was all about the new menu at Maurizio’s. It just kind of slipped in. Of course, there have been changes in the quarter century since Nonnas first burst onto the local scene, with its unique blend of style and good, authentic Italian food. Most recently, the re-spacing of tables to comply with the Covid regulations brought a new feel to the restaurant, which Maurizio was not slow to notice. He says that the new look has actually
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improved the customer experience by bringing in a different atmosphere to the place, which has long been the unofficial hub of the Ecclesall Road social circuit. Among other new additions is an enoteca and wine sales area. “It works very well with the combination of table service, bar and restaurant areas and the terrazzo outside. It’s really continental, and people like it,” says Maurizio. The authentic feel of Nonna’s is heightened by the staff, all of whom seem to have come straight from the old country. And very charming they are too. They will even continue smiling indulgently should one of your group take it upon himself/herself to order in their pidgin Italian. The menu is a mixture of the wellknown classics such as Melanzane Parmigiana as well as some that are less familiar over here. Take Caponata. This rich, sweet combination of aubergines and red peppers is very much in vogue at the moment. It can be used with pasta as a sauce, but Nonnas take on it is to serve it on toasted Italian bread, which makes the most heavenly Bruschetta. And don’t forget the burrata. Across the table a bowl of what is a classic dish of Tuscany was met with unbridled enthusiasm. Somehow, the matter-of-fact description in the menu of it as Tuscan bean soup doesn’t do it justice. Packed with flavours.
As might be expected from a man whose ancestral home is Tuscany, many dishes show strong regional influence. But a trip to Nonnas would not be complete without some pasta and our pick of the bunch was a Linguine Marinara, bursting with fresh mussels, calamari and clams. The traditionalist among us chose Mushroom Risotto, which was light, fluffy and altogether correct. Maurizio, by the way, uses only fresh pasta made on the premises, something quite unusual in the industry. But the best bit was the outside covered terrace, where we retreated with our coffee and desserts, shielded from the chill in the night air by overhead heaters. This meant we were able to polish off Tiramisu and Rum Babas, wearing shorts sleeves and with pink faces. Bellissima, as I believe they say in Italy. Nonnas 537-541 Ecclesall Road Sheffield, S11 8PR Tel: 0114 268 6166 nonnas.co.uk
At a glance: ★ New menu ★ Improved customer experience ★ Continental feel
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Sizzling prawns
The new bar area
Warm welcome CHIARA BRUNO FEELS RIGHT AT HOME AT THIS ECCLESALL ROAD FAVOURITE. ight in the heart of Ecclesall Road sits Prithi Raj – an Indian restaurant with a remarkable reputation for its premier Indian cuisine and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. After a long period of time restricted to takeaway service only, Sobuj (chef and proprietor), has opened his doors to indoor dining once again. This time the restaurant boasts a brand-new and improved bar on its second floor, host to a generous array of wines and spirits, proving the perfect accompaniment to the homemade curry dishes. From the new bar upstairs to the soonto-be newly renovated downstairs seating area, it is clear that Sobuj and his team work tirelessly on the restaurant, ensuring only the best for their diners. But, food isn’t the only thing on their minds - they are also hugely dedicated to their local community, having raised thousands for the Sheffield Children’s Hospital, including a charity night hosted by BBC’s Dan Walker, (a big fan, who often enjoys a cheeky Saturday night curry from Prithi Raj), raising over £114,000 in one night alone. From the moment we walked in, this care and thought for their customers and community was evident. It was clear to my husband and I that this family run restaurant takes immense pride in their customer service, making us feel immediately at ease. Eventually, after a long deliberation during our appetisers, we finally chose
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our meals.To start, we both opted for the sizzler option – my husband choosing the lamb, whilst I chose the prawns.There is certainly a reason why they are called ‘sizzlers’; the crackle could be heard all the way from the kitchen to the table, arriving steaming hot and delicious.The Podina Lamb Sizzler (£4.90) was the perfect combination of the tenderest lamb, stir fried with thinly sliced potatoes, bullet chillies (not too many), roasted onions and peppers. The Chingri Sizzler (£5.90), also comprised of potatoes, chillies, roasted onions and peppers, but was stir fried with the most amazing prawns I have ever eaten. These enormous king prawns were butterflied and fried with spices, providing a truly sensational flavour experience. For the main course, I chose the nation’s favourite curry; Chicken Tikka Massalla (£8.50). The waiter stated it was his own favourite dish, testifying that Prithi Raj’s version is the best for miles around, which is why I just couldn’t resist trying it. And indeed, he was right. Large pieces of succulent chicken greeted me in a delectably creamy sauce, with subtle hints of coconut and almond, proving wonderful. My husband opted for the chef ’s special, a lamb Kashmiri Bhuna (£8.90). Described as a fairy dry curry made with caramelised onions, we were both intrigued, having never had caramelised
onions in a curry before. It is fair to say, we were beyond impressed. The slow cooked onions added a sweetness to the lamb, which melted in our mouths upon first bite. Mixed with pine nuts, it made the ideal sauce for our Peshwari Nan (£3.20), cutting through the sweet coconut and almond bread just perfectly. Then there was the side dish of a Tarka Dhall (£4.50 as a side or £7.20 as a main), which consisted of lentils in a flavoursome sauce. On top of all these dishes, we also had a side of Pilau rice (£2.60), topped with the beautiful red threads of saffron, adding just that extra touch of opulence. Sobuj, and the rest of the team at Prithi Raj, made our first curry out in a long time, a fantastic experience. From the mouth-watering food to the welcoming atmosphere along with the dedication and care they show the local community, Prithi Raj is one of those places you just can’t help but love. Prithi Raj 407 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield, S11 8PG Tel: 0114 266 6002 https://prithirajrestaurant.com/
At a glance: ★ Warm. welcoming atmosphere ★ Sizzling dishes a show-stopper ★ New bar area
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Premier Indian cuisine in the heart of Sheffield "The people I would like to mention are the team at Prithi Raj my local curry house in Sheffield. They have been amazing during the pandemic. They have stayed open, they have still been doing a lot for local charities and they have really kept people going. I've probably used them a bit too much! So thank you to the chef - Sobuj - and the whole team at Prithi Raj. They are all superstars. Thank you". - Dan Walker
After the success of our Charity Nights, we have raised £114,000 for Sheffield Children’s Hospital We would like to thank all our customers for their support during the Covid 19 pandemic and to reassure our new customers we are working safely.
Opening Hours: Sunday–Thursday: 5.30pm till 11pm Friday & Saturday: 5.30pm till 11.30pm Open all Bank Holidays BOOK A TABLE ONLINE
407 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield S11 8PG
0114 2666002 or 0114 2666003 www.prithirajrestaurant.com
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Save a little room OLIVIA WARSOP GETS A LESSON IN PORTION SIZE AT THIS ITALIAN FAVOURITE. hen someone says the word ‘pasta’ to me, I instantly picture either a classic carbonara or a lasagne with a million layers. However, when someone says the word ‘pasta’ to me now, I’ll be picturing Maranello’s. Walking into Maranello’s on Ecclesall Road feels like walking into a family kitchen where recipes have been honed over generations, but with gorgeous, exposed brick walls and terrazzo floors. The family-run restaurant has an inviting and friendly atmosphere that is impossible to resist and the staff are passionate about what they serve. The menu boasts a wide variety of traditional favourites including pizza and pasta, as well as a selection of meat, fish and risotto dishes. There are also many vegetarian options. For starters we had Polpete (£7.95), beautifully cooked homemade beef mince meatballs in a spicy tomato sauce with the perfect heat to sweet ratio. In addition to this we had the Funghi Gorgonzola (£7.50), a vegetarian dish with lots of delicious mushrooms fried in a rich gorgonzola, cream, garlic and bechamel sauce. For someone who loves cheese (and really I mean who doesn’t
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love cheese) this dish was pure heaven. By far, however, the main course dishes on offer were the stars of the show, and if you find yourselves in Maranello’s we wouldn’t judge you if you had more than one. Choosing was a tough choice but in the end we decided on the gorgeous Tortellini (£11.95), chunky pasta pockets filled with mouthwatering Parma ham and mozzarella cooked in a creamy garlic and parsley sauce, served with parmesan on top of course. And also the Ravioli Ricotta (£13.95), giant ravioli parcels which perfectly balanced the richness of the ricotta with the smoothness of the tomato, basil and cream sauce. Of course after this we couldn’t resist ordering a refreshing glass of rosé (£4.50) to sip on as we leisurely chatted away enjoying the relaxing ambiance and the summer’s evening. The portion sizes are so generous at Maranello’s that I was convinced we would have zero available space for dessert but a quick glance at the menu quickly changed my mind.We were instantly transported to the Amalfi coast as we savoured every refreshing, zesty spoonful of the Tartufo Limoncello (£5.95), lemon ice cream with a lemon sauce centre and
coated in a layer of sweet crushed meringue. In addition to this we treated ourselves to the favourite of favourites, a classic and refreshing Tiramisu (£5.95). Perfect coffee and cream lightness with sharp chocolate was an amazing high note on which to end the meal. As well as their printed menu there is also a selection of seasonal specials that are regularly updated. If you go with a group it would be well worth ordering a selection of dishes to share so that the big portions are put to best use and everyone gets to sample the entire menu – win-win! I’d highly recommend a visit to Maranello’s, and when you do visit you’ll probably find, as we did, that a return visit will be imminent! Maranello’s 438 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield, S11 8PX Tel: 0114 266 5491 maranellos.co.uk
At a glance: ★ Inviting, friendly atmosphere ★ Generous portion sizes ★ Seasonal specials
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Barbering in the city for 30 years with salons on Ecclesall Road, Crooks and the new sister salon ‘Bunker’ at Kelham Island. All our talented barbers are highly trained in every aspect of modern and traditional barbering Book appointments at your convenience with the FREE BOOKSY App Free car park at the rear and great free coffee! MARANELLO’S SERVES AUTHENTIC ITALIAN REGIONAL DISHES PREPARED BY ITALIANS. SIMPLE AS THAT. OPEN 6 DAYS from 5pm. Last order 10pm Closed Monday
438 Ecclesall Road Sheffield T: 0114 266 5491 E: info@maranellos.co.uk www.maranellos.co.uk (Open during the day for private parties)
963 Ecclesall Road Sheffield, S11 8TN 0114 266 2845 www.fellas-barbers.co.uk
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TEL 0114 2681304 MOB 07428 142770
415 ECCLESALL ROAD SHEFFIELD S11 8PG www.robinsonscobblers.co.uk
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Full of surprises EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED AT THE WILDCARD BAR & GRILL, WRITES MARTIN EDWARDS. ack Carter was in confident mood when I last met him. Rewind back to several months ago, when Wildcard was about to open its doors for the first time after a period in which lockdown restrictions had disrupted the plans for its scheduled launch day. Yet the main man at the all-new Ecclesall Road Sports Bar was undaunted. “This is something the like of which Sheffield has never seen before. This will amaze everyone,” he said. To see if he was right, we returned to the by-now thriving venue, which sits neatly on the site of what was Napoleon’s Casino. To ensure the challenge would not be an easy one, we arrived as a party containing my two teenage daughters, neither of them interested in sport and one a vegetarian, plus my other half, who’s a mean cook herself and no stranger to dining out. They were all apprehensive about visiting a sports bar and grill, expecting it to be wall-to-wall football fans bellowing out club anthems. Not a bit of it. Most of the customers were families enjoying a midweek break, interspersed with the odd trio of more mature gents who had clearly worked up an appetite on the golf course that afternoon. But as we arrived at the door, our minds weren’t focused on the clientele.
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Jaws dropped all round as we beheld the astonishing vista of the interior, with its tables on two levels and, towering over the expanse, a huge Jumbotron. For those unfamiliar with the species, a Jumbotron is a huge hulking cube full of audio-visual wizardry which enables it to display the likes of live football matches on super-sized screens. This then represents the sports element of the Wildcard package. We however, were giving our full attention to the sizeable menus. What strikes many first-time visitors about the menu is that it offers an extensive choice but also features some dishes that might be expected at loftier restaurants. Take the Ahi tuna sashimi, and my companion did. This is correctly cooked pink-in-the-middle using sushigrade tuna and served with Japanesestyle accompaniments like wasabi and an oriental dressing. Likewise we were pleasantly surprised to see Bajan blackened cod, a dish rarely seen on most menus, originating from Japan and made famous by Nobu on London’s swish Park Lane. The teenagers meanwhile were engrossed in the nachos, served with melted cheese, salsa, sour cream, guacamole, jalapenos and spring onions. Delicious and unsurprisingly one of the dishes most frequently ordered. The parents meanwhile tucked into salt and pepper squid and pot stickers.
Yes, there are certain elements of the menu that might be expected to feature. But again, there are burgers and pizza, then there are burgers and pizza. In fact, I wished I’d gone for the burger when one arrived at a nearby table. Next time. The people behind Wildcard have obviously thought long and hard about the food. And they’ve nailed it. It resists the temptation to be a pseudo-American dining place, and this is reflected in the décor. Taking pride of place in the downstairs displays for instance are football shirts once worn in anger by local heroes. Of course, if you’re going there to watch the big game, Wildcard offers prebookable booths with individual screens if you prefer something on a smaller scale than the Jumbotron. But – and this is Wildcard’s greatest achievement – you’d probably go there in any case just for the food and a good time. Now, what time’s kick-off? The Wildcard Bar & Grill 844 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield, S11 8TD Tel: 0114 551 7517 www.thewildcardbarandgrill.com
At a glance: ★ Wide-ranging menu ★ Family friendly ★ Huge sports screen
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Keep your working from home essentials looking neat and tidy with the Dixon’s desk raised corner and sleek profile - perfect for stacking your papers and keeping folders organised and free from your table top space. £299. www.danetti.com
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Daisy Park Bookaroo mustard ballpoint pen £4.50. www.daisypark.co.uk
The Twinny is the Skinny’s big sister - more than just a wardrobe, it’s all of your colourful storage dreams in one. www.mustardmade.com
Keep your pens and pencils looking fabulous in this luxury leather pencil case. £40. https://katieleamon.com
RIGHT: Paperchase Keyboard desk pad £6. www.paperchase.com BELOW: Set of three double-ended highlighter pens with five ink colours and floral design. £20.75. www.papermash.co.uk
LEFT: Homesense x The Prince’s Trust Notebook £4.99. www.homesense.com RIGHT: An entry-level fountain pen from Kaweco, the Perkeo comes in a range of unexpected colour combinations. £15. undertherowantrees.co.uk
RIGHT: Pink Marbled Celia Vase 30x19cm £12.99. www.tkmaxx.com
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ABOVE: Retro old school office chair with steel frame £95. RIGHT: Lori tall wide bookcase in graphite £195. Cuckooland.com
Inspired by the simple forms of mid-century architecture, the slender Celine desk designed by Nazanin Kamali works in any home and can also be used as a dressing table. £630. www.casefurniture.com
Cult Furniture Gideon desk, black £179. www.cultfurniture.com
Otto polished silver desk – a statement desk inspired by highly collectable bespoke 1970s furnishings. www.my-furniture.com LEFT: Dragonfly small backpack £43. www.sophieallport.com BELOW: Upgrade your bedside table or home office with the Hanoi round alarm clock. £19. www.cultfurniture.com
ABOVE: Matalan Woven File Holder £8. www.matalan.co.uk RIGHT: BUILT’s Apex vacuum water bottles provide a stylish, practical way to stay hydrated throughout the day - wherever you are. £20.99. www.kitchencraft.co.uk 46 www.sheffieldvibe.com
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Rattan desk chair £255. www.roseandgrey.co.uk
This eclectic gold giraffe decoration sits happily on a window ledge or bookshelf. £36.99. www.beaumonde.co.uk
LEFT: Heidi office chair, velvet, teal and chrome £129. www.cultfurniture.com RIGHT: The Heirloom Bloom lay flat notebook part of the Heirloom Collection: Lily and Lionel for Katie Leamon. £24.95. https://katieleamon.com
This simple but stylish magazine rack will sit perfectly in your sitting room, keeping your magazines and newspapers neat and tidy. £30. www.heavenlyhomesand gardens.co.uk
White marble and brass deco bookends £46.95. www.audenza.com
AW21 Industrial Boho Office Corner. Prices start from £10. www.dunelm.com
ABOVE: Concrete desk tidy £20, smithandgoat.co.uk RIGHT: White painted angular metal desk lamp with chrome detailing £57.95. www.thehouseoffice.co.uk
Ilford drawer desk, dark mango wood £419. www.cultfurniture.com
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The Home Front FROM KITCHENS, BATHROOMS AND CARPETS TO BLINDS, FURNITURE AND MORE, YOU’LL FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED WITH THESE LOCAL BUSINESSES AND SERVICES.
AC Bathrooms Conveniently situated in the centre of Sheffield, just off Rutland Road, AC Bathrooms have quickly established themselves as a premier destination for bathrooms in South Yorkshire, with plenty of ideas on displays, knowledgeable staff and exceptionally good prices, plus some amazing manager’s specials. The showroom includes many displays from leading suppliers and space-saving ideas for en-suites and cloakrooms. They also have a great collection of walk-in showers and enclosures. The friendly sales team will be happy to spend time with you to carefully understand your requirements, and talk you through products and ideas that suit your taste and budget. To find out more, call 0114 276 9642 or visit www.acbathroomsandheating.com
Dobson Roofing Dobson Roofing Servies 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 48 www.sheffieldvibe.com
Bamfords The British people have over the last year and a half spent more time in their own homes and surrounding countryside than at any other time in our recent history. What is for many a newly found love of the home and the English landscape has been reflected in the boom in the traditional art market. Bamfords last four major sales have each broken records for auction totals and number of lots sold. Thomas Sidney Cooper, RA (1803-1902) has long been recognised for his depictions of cattle and sheep resting and grazing amongst the meadows of England. A great example of his work dated 1864, previously at the Cavendish Hotel, Baslow, found a new home in the countryside of Oxfordshire. Sidney Cooper’s works often have two, three of four sheep or cows. This massive example left us counting sheep with an incredible 98 resulting in a sale price of £27,000. The portrait that generated the most interest encouraging bidders from Europe, Asia and the Americas and had been in the family home at Casterne Hall for several generations was in the circle of Francis Hayman and depicted Peg Waffington as the character of Rosalind from ‘As You Like It’. Undoubtedly the Shakespeare association helped it to achieve just over £5,000. If you would like to contact James Lewis or any of the team at Bamfords for valuation or auction advice do not hesitate to contact us on 01629 730920.
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Emmaus City homelessness charity Emmaus Sheffield is well known for its popular second hand superstore, the Cadman Street Aladdin’s cave where bargain hunters can find anything from pre-loved fashions to furniture, homewares, books and ornaments. But the charity has also launched a successful line of hand crafted furniture, created under the supervision of workshop supervisor Stef Fox, using recycled wood and other items to create entirely new pieces. They’re the perfect companion to the great range of home decor and interiors bargains that makes every visit to Emmaus Sheffield so worthwhile. Emmaus Sheffield is the working community with quality, self-contained accommodation, training facilities and a workspace for previously homeless people aged 18 years and over. To find out more about the new furniture range and availability email: shop@emmaus-sheffield.org.uk
Hallam Tiles & Bathrooms If you’re in the market for a new bathroom, you’ll find everything under one roof at Hallam Tiles & Bathrooms. The Crookesmoor showroom stocks hundreds of tiles, bathrooms and also serves as a plumber’s merchants. Sarah Rattican started the business 23 years ago and as well as supplying to the public and trade, she can help you create your dream bathroom and, with a full installation service, can fit it too. “Neutral colours are still very much in vogue at the minute,” she said. “But patterned floors are proving popular, adding a bit of colour to homes.” Home visits can be arranged if required or you can call into the showroom on Barber Road. For more information call 0114 263 1663.
Home Design HQ If you're one of the many whose plans haven't quite reached their potential (yet) and you're looking for further inspiration, or some luxury products or accessories you won't find anywhere else, you'll want to visit the new Exclusive Decor and Home Designs HQ showroom on Savile Street. Home Design HQ specialise in kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms whilst Exclusive Decor is a stylish bespoke interior decor store and the sole Sheffield supplier of many Graham & Brown products including paint, wallpapers and an exclusive cushions range. In the expansive showroom, which occupies the old Harratts Volvo building on Savile Street, you'll also find wallpapers from Versace and Gucci, Laura Ashley wallpapers and paints and Dulux paints. They offer a free design consultation service and is open seven days a week and there is extensive parking on site. To find out more, call 0114 279 6100 (Home Design HQ) or 07922 375788 (Exclusive Decor).
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 signoff 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 MartinBrooks, telephone 0114 244 7720 or visit www.martin-brooks.co.uk and complete the online enquiry form. www.sheffieldvibe.com 49
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Mintons Mintons is the third generation of a family-run business who have a wonderful team that have really pulled together during these difficult times. The current owners are brother and sister Edward and Nicola Littlewood who continue their grandfather’s legacy of providing quality flooring services to homeowners and businesses across the region. The showroom is full of samples and they have a warehouse with roll ends at great prices. As well as carpets they also have, Amtico, Moduleo, solid/engineered woods and a wide range of vinyls. Brintons, Crucial Trading and Alternative Flooring are just some of the companies Mintons deal with. They also do commercial carpet tiles and safety flooring. With free estimates and a flexible fitting schedule, a trip to Mintons Carpets could be the finishing touch you’re looking for. Call them on 0114 2501 015 or visit mintoncarpets.co.uk to find out more.
Mister Carpet 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.
Moonlight Textiles If you want to spruce up your rooms with a splash of colour this summer, pop along to Moonlight Textiles. Moonlight have been specialising in made to measure soft furnishings, curtains and blinds for over 35 years and have an amazing choice of fabrics that can be skilfully converted into window dressings by their own in-house experienced seamstresses. Moonlight’s large showroom displays a vast range of fabrics and designs including the distinguished well-known brands but also the up-and-coming not so well-known manufacturers where quality and value for money fabrics have proven to be extremely popular. If you need a little help, not only do Moonlight offer a home measure and advisory service, their in-house team of fitters will professionally install your order to the highest of standards. For curtains, blinds, tracks and poles, they are definitely worth a visit. Call 0114 258 8555 or visit www.moonlight-textiles.co.uk to find out more.
Nankivells With 41 years of trading history, it is no surprise why Nankivells, a family run business, is one of the leading bedroom and kitchen manufacturers in south Yorkshire and Derbyshire. They have an inhouse design team, which enables them to provide free quotes, remotely if desired sales@nankivells.com Nankivells specialise in bespoke fitted bedrooms, dressing rooms, kitchens, homes studies and media units. They can manufacture furniture to fit any size room – which allows you to maximise your storage options. 2021 has brought us a lot of new door styles and colours that they can’t wait to share with you once their showrooms reopen. If you have any enquiries or would like to book a home visit, please call 01246 456026. 50 www.sheffieldvibe.com
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Natural Earth Products Natural Earth Products’ showroom lies in the heart of the Hope Valley displaying beautiful hard carved fire surrounds, British made Clearview Stoves and a stunning range of stone tiles and oak flooring, suitable for all tasted and styles. With their extensive knowledge of all things fireplace related, you can be sure that you will be in the best hands whether you’re looking to restore an original fireplace or have a new local stone fire surround fitted in your home. Natural Earth Products is a close-knit, family run business who are passionate about what they do. “We pride ourselves on providing a first class service and top quality products to all our customers” says Tom Haywood, owner of Natural Earth. Take a visit to the showroom in Grindleford to see what they have to offer and discuss your requirements. For more information, call 01433 631333, email: info@naturalearthproducts.co.uk or visit www.naturalearthproducts.co.uk
NuLife NuLife Window Company is a family-owned business providing bespoke products and is a recognised name in Sheffield since 1974. Their showroom on Middlewood Road, Hillsborough is now in its fifth year. There you can see an array of composite doors in a variety of colours together with examples of window styles and meet the team – they welcome your visit.* NuLife also install conservatories, bifolds, and sealed units. Their dedicated installation teams, with over 80 years experience between them, pride themselves on their workmanship when installing at customers’ homes and offer a free no obligation quotation. Call 0114 233 6723 to find out more or visit www.nulifewindowcompany.co.uk
Oriental Rug Shop A family-run business established in1880, Oriental Rug Shop are direct importers and purveyors of quality hand-made rugs to beautiful homes. An unrivalled selection of rugs, carpets, runners, Kilims and bags with over 8,000 pieces to choose from. Home viewing service and a professional cleaning, repairs and respiration of your rugs is also provided. In this age of technology it is comforting to know that some of the finest things in life are still made by hand. “We’re so happy to be back open and to welcome everyone to our revitalised showroom on Abbeydale Road,” said owner Kian Hezaveh. “Our stock is larger than ever, our services are operating at full capacity, and we’re back open from 10am to 5pm Monday to Saturday and Sundays via appointment. We only ask that you remember to wear your mask.” Call 0114 255 2240 to find out more. www.sheffieldvibe.com 51
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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, building an enviable reputation within South Yorkshire for quality and workmanship. Everything Prowood produce in their joinery workshop in Sheffield 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
Rational Kitchens Since 2001, Rational Kitchens have been a permanent fixture on Abbeydale Road, supplying and installing the best German kitchens. Rational Kitchens’ designs are inspiring. They know how to balance function and form with each individual kitchen design. Working closely with each client, they ensure that their individual needs are always met. The service is not rushed, meaning the client’s needs are never compromised. Rational Kitchens’ software allows them to bring architect’s plans to life before you have made any commitments. They help you visualise your new kitchen by placing you at the heart of the new design in stunning virtual reality. They are incredibly proud of their work and have been happily producing amazing kitchens across Sheffield for nearly 20 years. All kitchen quotations are clear and easy to understand and detail exactly what components are included in your new fitted kitchen. Complete transparency ensures there are no hidden extras. Make an appointment by calling 0114 399 6884 or visit www.rationalgb.com
RB Allan 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. 52 www.sheffieldvibe.com
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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 celebrated its tenth anniversary during lockdown last year and covers the S11 area as well Dore, Totley and Fulwood where we have recently completed some big design-led 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. Sheffield Glazing can offer an affordable option for new double glazing that will instantly improve the energy efficiency of your home without breaking the bank. 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 – and he does it all to the highest standards. 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. www.sheffieldvibe.com 53
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Supafit Supafit pride themselves in madeto-measure furniture, whether that be in a bedroom, office or lounge. They make the most of the space to give you the best storage options. Supafit have styles and colours to suit everyone’s taste from modern Scandinavian to traditional country house shaker doors. They welcome you to visit our Dronfield or Sheffield showroom anytime or alternatively, please give them a call at 01246 412100 to book a design visit to receive a quotation. You can also visit their website – www.supafituk.com – to find out more.
Stay Warm Windows Stay Warm Windows is a family-run company based in Dronfield, servicing South and West Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and the Lincolnshire areas. As their name suggests, they supply and fit the latest modern energy efficient products which are designed not only to keep you warm, but also to look good, whilst giving you the highest standards of thermal efficiency and durability. Stay Warm supply and fit double and triple glazing, Upvc and composite doors, as well as conservatory, soffit and fascia upgrades. The benefits of Stay Warm Windows include solar gain, no draughts or condensation, multipoint locks, ten-year guarantee, environmentally friendly and a price promise. Whether you prefer Upvc or Aluminum, using extensive experience gained over more than three decades, they are able to offer you advice tailored to your individual requirements and tastes. Call one of the friendly team of advisors today on 0800 027 7824 for a free no obligation quote, or visit https://staywarmwindows.co.uk
T.L. Killis After almost 57 years in business, there’s almost nothing that Tibor Killi doesn’t know about cleaning. They are the largest independent distributor of cleaning equipment and materials in the UK and export into every country across Europe, as well as the USA, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, China and beyond. At its heart, Killi’s has remained a family-led business (there’s Tibor, his wife Josephine, sons Tibor Junior and Imre, and daughter Marica) with an emphasis on exceptional standards and traditional values, and they are always looking to improve and progress. In response to the pandemic, T.L. Killi’s has been front and centre over the last 12 months, providing everything from sanitisers and PPE to cleaning equipment and services to those who need it. Their Zoono sanitisers, which come from New Zealand, have proved particularly effective and are alcohol-free, proven to kill 99.9% of germs and one application lasts for 24 hours. To find out more, call 0114 322 0002 or visit www.killis.co.uk 54 www.sheffieldvibe.com
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Warm & Cosy Fires Warm & Cosy Fires Ltd are dedicated to providing every one of their customers with first class bespoke fireplaces that bring warmth, elegance and comfort into the home. Their made-to-measure fireplaces will not only be a central source of heat in your household, but will create the perfect cosy environment wherever they are fitted. The newly refurbished showroom features over 20 live fireplace displays and boasts an extensive range of British-made products of differing styles, brands and materials that will fit seamlessly in your home. Warm & Cosy stock gas and electric fires, multi fuel fires, wood burning stoves and log burners from leading manufacturers such as Stovax, Gazco, Flamerite, Faber, Lotus and Castor, offering bespoke fireplace packages to suit your individual requirements. Their fireplace surrounds can be made from wood, marble or limestone, and luxurious fireplaces can be custom-made to meet each and every one of your personal heating requirements. In-house Gas Safe approved engineers will carry out a meticulous installation following a survey to ensure your chosen product is fitted correctly. For free quotations and home visits, call them today on 0114 467 0376 or visit www.warmandcosyfires.com
Williams Electrical Williams Woodseats are your local SEBO specialists. SEBO is still the world's largest manufacturer of commercial upright vacuum cleaners and boasts a presence in over 20 countries. SEBO is still a family business with real care for the design and manufacture of the products it makes. It has become an established brand name in the retail market, winning many accolades from consumer magazines such as Good Housekeeping, Ideal Homes and many others for the quality, performance and reliability of its vacuum cleaners. All SEBO vacuum cleaners are of anti-allergy design, indeed a SEBO machine was the first vacuum cleaner to be endorsed by the British Allergy Foundation for its overall anti-allergy design as opposed to just its filtration. To find out more, call 0114 255 4341 or visit www.williamselectrical.co.uk
Woolroom Get serious about sleep with Woolroom. Plump pillows, blissful bedding, dreamy mattresses and more. All of our bedding is naturally hypoallergenic with an Allergy UK Seal of Approval. It’s also temperature regulating – meaning you’ll sleep soundly night after night, whatever the weather. Woolroom's sleep enhancing bedding is made with 100 per cent traceable British Wool that can be tracked back to the farm of its origin. Sleep with your mind at ease, knowing your hand-crafted bedding is not only good for you, but for the sheep, the farmers and the environment. A truly happy, healthy and clean sleep. Call 01629 732784 or visit www.thewoolroom.com to find out more. www.sheffieldvibe.com 55
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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
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NANKIVELLS FITTED FURNITURE
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We now do design quotations remotely. please email: sales@nankivells.com
Unit 4 & 5, Station Lane Ind Est, Old Whittington, Chesterfield S41 9QX Tel: 01246 456026 • Fax: 01246 453434 • www.nankivells.com Also at Atkinsons 78 - 82 The Moor, Sheffield, S1 3LT Tel: 0114 2768811 Ext 351 • www.atkinsonsofsheffield.co.uk
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NuLife Window Company VISIT OUR HILLSBOROUGH SHOWROOM Sheffield’s favourite window company
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Superb quality, craftsmanship and installation service. Call and see us soon. We remove your old units and leave your house clean and tidy when we leave. NuLife Window Company was formed in 1974 and in 1975 Mike Knott joined as Sales Director. Today Mike is the Managing Director of Nulife and the company is wholly owned by the Knott family. Also installing: Conservatories, uPVC Doors, Windows, Sealed Units
We offer: Free no obligation quotation. 10 year manufacturers guarantee on composite doors, uPVC windows, doors. No Deposit: We are so confident in our quality and service, you pay nothing until the installation is complete.
Call us on: 0114 2336723 218 Middlewood Road, Hillsborough, Sheffield S6 1TE (near Asda) email: info@nulifewindowcompany.co.uk | www.nulifewindowcompany.co.uk Open: Monday – Friday 9am – 6pm, Saturday 10am – 2pm WHEELCHAIR ACCESS AND PARKING AVAILABLE ON THE FRONT *VAT is charged at current rate at date of invoice. † Furniture plus non-standard colours, bevelled glass, will incur additional costs. Please ask for details. Prices correct at time of going to press 10/08/21 and subject to change. Other uPVC frame and door colours are available at extra cost, please ask for details.
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Style inspiration YOU DON’T HAVE TO DO IT ALL YOURSELF – FROM LUXURY WALLPAPERS TO BESPOKE PAINTS, A NEW INTERIOR DESIGN STORE HAS ALL YOUR HOME NEEDS COVERED. ecent research undertaken by interior design specialists Graham & Brown showed that 86 per cent of people surveyed had undertaken a DIY project during lockdown. Of those, 50 per cent had redecorated and 94 per cent believed that doing DIY had been good for their mental health and wellbeing. So, it seems that the lockdowns of the last 12 months did have their benefits, with many of us making our homes the best they can be. And it looks like we’re not done yet; the survey also showed that 74 per cent of people surveyed plan to do more. Did you catch the DIY bug? If you’re one of the many whose plans haven’t quite reached their potential (yet) and you’re looking for further inspiration, or some luxury products or accessories you won’t find anywhere else, you‘ll want to visit the new Exclusive Decor by Home Designs HQ showroom on Savile Street. The stylish bespoke interior decor store is the sole Sheffield supplier of many Graham & Brown products including paint, wallpapers and an exclusive cushions range. Working in
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You can choose from a range of luxury wallpapers
harmony with the selection of paints of offer, Exclusive Decor has a Graham & Brown tester pot stand meaning you can get your colour selection just right before buying in bulk. “After running a kitchen, bedroom and bathroom showroom for the last 15 years, we felt there was a gap in the market in Sheffield for high quality wallpapers and paints,” said manager Andrew Henchley. “We stock a huge range of luxury wallpapers, including the latest ones from Julien Macdonald, Barbara Hulanicki and Sacha Walckhoff. The latter have worked extensively with Graham & Brown to produce some striking papers that range from flock and floral to geometric and glitter.” In the expansive showroom, which occupies the old Harratts Volvo building on Savile Street, you’ll also find wallpapers from Versace and Gucci, Laura Ashley
wallpapers and paints and Dulux paints. Wallpaper is something in particular that has become increasingly popular over the last 12 months. Indeed, the Graham & Brown survey showed a 22 per cent increase in searches for ‘wallpaper’ as well as a 124 per cent increase in searches for ‘how to wallpaper’. New styles in store at Exclusive Decor include metallic papers with microbeads, 3D wallpapers, heavyweight boutiques and a selection of flocks. They can also supply made-to-measure murals as well
as standard-size ones too. Whatever the size of your project, if you’re looking for luxury, Exclusive Decor by Home Designs HQ might have what you’re looking for. They offer a free design consultation service and is open seven days a week and there is extensive parking on site.
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Hallam Tiles & Bathrooms 46-50 Barber Road, Sheffield, S10 1ED tel: 0114 2631663
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SPECIAL OFFER! VAC SERVICE Do you have a poorly vacuum cleaner? We will collect it, estimate it and deliver it back to you FREE of charge.
Who else it must be KILLIS! Hello. My name is Robby the Robot! I am the total solution to indoor pollution! The secrets of Robby: a) I do not need any wages. b) I never ask for a wage rise. c) I don’t go on holidays. d) I am never late for work. e) I am very fast and efficient. f) I will make your home very clean and healthy. g) I never argue, I do as I’m told. h) I will come to you at a very low cost of (special offer price) £245.83 + VAT. Please call me for a free on the spot demonstration, I will give you a big surprise. See you soon.
Wash the virus out of your carpet Carpet Shampooers, Floor Sanders & Polishers, Vacuum Cleaners (large & small), Scrubber Driers, Jet Washers, Steam Machines
WE SERVICE, REPAIR AND CARRY SPARES FOR ALL MAKES OF CLEANING MACHINES FOR ALL YOUR DOMESTIC, COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL CLEANING NEEDS No need to go online! Killi’s will give you the best personal service – with a smile! 6 Orgreave Road, Handsworth, S13 9LQ Telephone 0114 269 8686 286 Glossop Road, Sheffield, S10 2HS Telephone 0114 322 0002
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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.
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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.
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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.
For over 45 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
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Telephone: 01246 436587 Rob: 07817 385623 Paul: 07572 456230 www.romanroadsystems.com Email: info@romanroadsystems.com Roman Road Systems Ltd. Eckington Business Park, Unit 6 Rotherside Road, Eckington, Sheffield S21 4HL
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Lacking comfort in your conservatory? It’s time for an Equinox solid conservatory roof Equinox brings solid roof insulation to your conservatory The answer to this ‘Goldilocks Problem’ - too hot, too cold, but hardly ever just right - is above your head. In a new, solid conservatory roof replacement that includes proper insulation, just like the roof on your house, to control the temperature in your conservatory so it’s ‘just right’ the whole year around. The Eurocell Equinox solid conservatory roof.
Insulating you from higher energy bills The key to all the extra comfort and convenience an Equinox roof brings to your conservatory is in its insulating roof panels. It’s what’s known in the industry as a ‘Warm Roof’ design - one that keeps heat in right up to the ceiling apex so the whole space stays cosy and warm. It’s reckoned a solid conservatory roof is up 15 times better at keeping heat in than a 16mm polycarbonate or an old glass conservatory roof. And while it might be very slim, giving you more overall space and height to enjoy, the highly efficient conservatory roof insulation we use in Equinox is among the most effective on the market. In fact, it has a uvalue of just 0.15. Or, to put it another way, it’s around 10 times more energy efficient than an A-rated double glazed window.
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rational kitchens Suppliers and installers of luxury kitchens since 2001
Experienced designers We will work with you to create your dream kitchen, helping you to select the Rational range that best suits your personal design, style and requirements. We have access to an extensive range of kitchens and have over 20 years experience designing and installing.
Stunning VR software We are using the latest in virtual reality design software to bring kitchen designs to life. We can move your walls, your windows (and even the sun), all in glorious virtual reality. Our software allows us to bring architect's plans to life before you have made any commitments. We can help you visualise your new kitchen by placing you at the heart of the new design in stunning virtual reality. This technology can be seen in action on the BBC2 show - Your Home Made Perfect.
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R B Allan & Sons 25 Years Experience
WE LOOK AFTER YOUR PROJECT FROM START TO SATISFIED COMPLETION!
ALL ASPECTS OF BUILDING WORK • All aspects of Roofing • Flat roofing specialists • Fascias & guttering • Aluminium Seamless Guttering • Brick pointing & cleaning • Renovations & refurbishments • Driveways & paving • uPVC windows, doors & conservatories • Plastering & damp proofing • Property maintenance & repairs
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CUSTOM MADE GLASS BALUSTRADES FOR INDOOR & OUT
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DOBSON ROOFING Dobson Roofing Services Ltd is a family run business with over 40 yearsof experience installing, maintaining and repairing flat and pitched roofs.
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BLINDS OF ALL TYPES FOR THE HOME & OFFICE Experienced long standing team of advisers, seamstresses and installers of all aspects of curtains, blinds, tracks & poles
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With every one of Stay Warm’s customers being an important part of our many years experience in the industry, customers are not just another order number but are known to us by name. We cater for all your needs and budgets from a single window or door to your complete home. As our name suggests, we are energy efficiency specialists, offering different levels of energy performance rating windows and doors. If you have your own ideas or need inspiration, visit the Stay Warm showroom or, if you prefer a home visit, call 01246 901107
40% off all windows until the end of September 2021
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Newly refurbished and extended showroom to include nine full kitchen displays including our new Italian designer range.
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COME AND VISIT OUR LARGE FACTORY SHOWROOM TO FIND YOUR DREAM BED
Six generations of family bed makers creating affordable handmade luxury in Yorkshire since 1893
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Whether you’re looking to start your own journey or help a loved one to, this plastic-free lifestyle gift set gives you the opportunity to try multiple items all at once at a reduced price from buying them separately. £32.99. www.wearthlondon.com
This practical guide contains 52 changes to make to your home and lifestyle to reduce your environmental impact. Tackling cleaning routines, home furnishings, food shopping, fashion choices, natural beauty and Christmas, here are all the ingredients to help you achieve a more sustainable year. £8.99. www.ohcurio.com
Ditch the plastic FROM BAMBOO TOOTHBRUSHES AND REUSABLE COTTON PADS, TO GORGEOUS GIFTS AND STATEMENT BAGS, WE’VE COLLECTED A VARIETY OF SUSTAINABLE SWAPS TO HELP YOU AND YOUR LOVED ONES BE KIND TO THE ENVIRONMENT. This brand new plant based Kitchen None Sponge arrives compressed and will expand into a squishy, scrubby sponge that is entirely plastic free and landfill free. £7.95. www.tabithaeve.co.uk Bamboo Toothbrush Fairies in the Garden by Rex London. £3.95. www.rexlondon.com
Made from durable canvas, with extrastrong straps, these shopping tote bags are printed to order, on both sides with a vivid image of an original painting. £25. www.louisemead.co.uk 82 www.sheffieldvibe.com
This blue Filt string bag is a real classic of French design. Made from 100 per cent organic cotton, it’s a great alternative to plastic carrier bags. £9.99. www.souschef.co.uk
Plastic-free shaving kit £29.99. www.wearthlondon.com
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Plastic-free deodorant made with 100 per cent natural and organic ingredients which works hard to keep you order free without the need for harsh chemicals. £11. www.wearthlondon.com
Put a stop to dry, chapped lips with this 100 per cent vegan, naturally moisturising lip balm. Made from cocoa butter and coconut oil with lashings of zingy lemon for soft, happy lips. £3.99. https://vegangreenbee.com/ Made from solid white oak, naturally antibacterial, Ecologically friendly & fully biodegradable this little whale is a perfect alternative to plastic lunch boxes. £46.99. bluebrontide.com
Unique Crafty Clara designed bags are simple, clean and elegant. French Vintage Label inspired designs. £13. www.craftyclara.com
The Plastic Free Starter Box contains seven essential bathroom products to kickstart your journey to a more zero waste lifestyle. £19. www.andsotoshop.com
Two tier eco-friendly lunchbox made from the highest grade 304 stainless steel for eating plasticfree on the go. £25. www.wearthlondon.com
Pack of eight eco-friendly cleansing pads - ideal for removing make up or applying toner. £11.95. www.tabithaeve.co.uk
Set of eight plastic-free hair ties made from cotton and natural rubber with a nickel clasp. £8.95. www.tabithaeve.co.uk This reusable cork coffee cup from Eco Bravo is the perfect gift for ethical coffee lovers everywhere. £14.95. https://ecobravo.co.uk/
Reusable glass water bottle with cork sleeve and bamboo lid (600ml) £19.95. https://ecobravo.co.uk/
Authentic House’s organic shampoo bar is made with a powerful blend of natural oils, clays and organic essential oils, these eco-friendly bar shampoos will leave your hair cleansed and conditioned. £6. www.wearthlondon.com
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Lip products to rock this summer TAKE A SHORTCUT TO THE PERFECT POUT WITH OUR LIP MAKEUP EDIT FROM HARVEY NICHOLS, LEEDS. SCRUB AND PLUMP WITH A SOOTHING TREATMENT, THEN ADD A LINER TO ENSURE A CRISP OUTLINE. DISCOVER LIPSTICKS IN A RANGE OF FINISHES, FROM VELVET OR MATTE EFFECTS TO SHIMMERING SATIN AND HIGH-SHINE GLOSS. Armani Beauty Rouge D’Armani Matte Lipstick Venezia- shade 406 Mostra, £32.50 The Venezia Collection comes with four new warm neutral shades, inspired by the contrasted light of Venice, from soft beiges to naturaltoned reds. Shade 406 Mostra is a matte formula which is longlasting non-drying with intensely pigmented colour and coverage.
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Charlotte Tilbury Magic Lip Oil Crystal Elixir, £28 Just like Charlotte’s Magic Cream, this results-driven formula is infused with eight supercharged skincare ingredients to flood the lips with moisture. The luxurious lip oil is enriched with potent plant extracts and hyaluronic acid to hydrate, smooth and enhance while you wear.
Sisley Le Phyto Gloss No.3 Sunrise £39 The combination of a new shine and an ultra-sensory caring formula for plumped and smoothed lips.
Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer- Fu$$y, £17 Drench your lips in Fu$$y, a soft romantic pink gloss from Fenty Beauty, with a shimmering wash of milky pearl that’s like a dewy highlight for your lips. This is one killer gloss that will take you from desk to dancefloor.
Charlotte Tilbury Tinted Love Lip + Cheek Tint, £25 Inspired by vibrant sweet berries, fragrant evening dew on petals, and the euphoric rush of running through summer fields, the tinted love lip + cheek tint is super hydrating and longlasting. The nourishing formula comes in six summery shades and will leave your lips looking pretty and your cheeks flush with love.
Marc Jacobs Beauty Le Marc Lip Crème Lipstick- Shade Sugar High 292, £19 Leave your lips feeling plumped and nourished with the rich and creamy Le Marc Lip Crème Lipstick from Marc Jacobs Beauty. Packed with powerful peptides, antioxidant-rich seaberry and natural humectants, and an instant indulgent of colour, while providing 10 hours of wear in just one swipe.
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Hourglass Panoramic Long Wear Lip Liner, £27 This highly pigmented, rich and long-wearing pencil complete with blending brush, the Hourglass Panoramic Wear Lip Liner glides on effortlessly, and will avoid against smudging throughout wear.
Dior Addict Lip Tattoo- Colour Games Limited Edition- Shade 571 Natural Cranberry, £29.50 This iconic lip tint from Dior is the perfect warm shade for the summer months. The formula combines to the lips with light, sheer colour, for a no make-up feel and no-transfer finish that boosts the natural tone of the lips.
Chantecaille Lip Veil- shade Frangipane, £42 Packed with organic baobab oil, wild mango butter and argan oil, the Chantecaille lip veil will leave a luminous wash of pure, hydrating colour on your lips. The semi-sheer formula is creamy, weightless and leave the lips with a nourishing gleam that will leave them feeling deliciously smooth and silky.
Augustinus Bader The Lip Balm, £30 Inspired by 30 years of research and innovation, this deeply conditioning lip treatment from Augustinus Bader nourishes, protects and improves texture. Formulated with a plant-derived collagen, the plumping complex enhances the skins natural defence against aging and moisture loss. This balm will keep your lips lushes throughout the summer months.
Marc Jacobs Beauty Le Marc Liquid Lip Crayon- shade Send Nudes, £15.50 The creamy crayon has the look, feel and wear of a liquid lipstick, melts into lips with a lightweight liquid sensation, providing a powerful one-swipe colour with bold impact. The bold, covetable, highpigment shades feel creamy and comfortable and wont dry or settle into lines. Giving you up to 16 hours of luxurious hours.
Fenty Beauty Pro Kiss’r Lip-Loving Scrubstick, £15 This fuss-free lip scrub from Fenty Beauty is packed with apricot seed scrubbers that gently exfoliate and nourish for instantly smooth, soft kissable lips with every swipe. The no-mess, no-stress lip scrub is the perfect on the go stick to exfoliate and nourish lips.
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FASHION
New Luisa Cerano styles, available at Sister, 409 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield, S11 8PG. Tel: 0114 267 1330. www.sisteronline.co.uk
High hopes GET YOUR HIGH SUMMER STYLE FROM THESE LOCAL INDEPENDENT BOUTIQUES.
ABOVE: Veni Infantino, by Ronald Joyce. New Image, 227 Middlewood Road, Sheffield, S6 4HD. Tel: 0114 234 4880. www.new-image.co.uk LEFT: Sahara dark brown suede chukka boot by Loake, £120. Charles Brooks Shoes, 241 Fulwood Road, Sheffield, S10 3BA. Tel: 0114 268 0590. www.charlesbrooksshoes.co.uk
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FASHION
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ABOVE: Dressing for a special occasion? Check out stylish examples from Condici. LEFT: Find Joseph Ribkoff in store and online at Izzi of Baslow, Radcliffe House, Cock Hill, Baslow DE45 1SR. Tel: 01246 582500. www.izziofbaslow.com BELOW: High summer collections now in store and online at Harpers Fashion. harpersfashion.com
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PROMOTION
Choose carefully PA JEWELLERY CAN HELP YOU FIND THE PERFECT WEDDING RING. ith restrictions eased and lots of catching up to do, we are seeing more couples visiting us to choose their wedding bands. It can be difficult to know where to start, but following some of our hints and tips can help make your ring shopping a wonderful part of your wedding experience.
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time as possible; you may want to start looking and trying rings on quite early in your planning as this will help you budget and allow you to think over your choice before committing.
Try lots of rings on… The easiest way to decide if you like a design is to try it on. Looking online can provide ideas, but there is nothing quite so good as getting the ring on your finger. It often surprises people how quickly they can rule designs out once they start trying them, and those final decisions about the exact width or profile are much easier when you can directly compare them.
Consider what’s practical… Your wedding ring will probably be your most sentimental piece of jewellery and one you will wear forever. While it is important to choose a design you love, it is also important to think about how practical it is. For instance, some metal
options or designs can limit resizing or even rule it out altogether. This doesn’t bother everyone, but if you do want the ring you get married in to last forever then discussing this (admittedly unromantic) aspect now can prevent future heartache.
Ask lots of questions… As jewellers we talk to lots of couples who are in exactly your position and are well-placed to offer both practical information and style advice based on our years (sometimes decades!) of experience.You may be unsure what metal will best suit your lifestyle or whether your engagement ring would look best with a bespoke fitted band. Our job is to answer your questions and help you find your perfect ring so don’t feel afraid to ask as many as you need to so you can be confident in your choice. PA Jewellery The Old Bank, 23 Commonside, Sheffield, S10 1GD Tel: 0114 266 9253 www.pajewellery.com
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The Diary ■ THEATRE ■ MUSIC ■ COMEDY ■ EVENTS ■ EXHIBITIONS ■ FILM ■ FURTHER AFIELD…
Theatre Tell Me On a Sunday
Operation Crucible
31 August-4 September Lyceum Theatre www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk Returning to the stage following her acclaimed performance in the National Theatre’s production of A Taste of Honey, Jodie Prenger stars as ‘Emma’, in the 2021 UK tour of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Don Black’s classic musical. Charting the romantic misadventures of an English girl in New York during the heady days of the 1980s, this iconic musical features a wonderful score including the chart-topping Take That Look Off Your Face and title track Tell Me On A Sunday.
2-25 September Studio Theatre www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk This story of four ordinary men in extraordinary times returns after a sellout run at the Studio in 2016. Eighty years ago, on 12 December 1940, Sheffield was subjected to a bombing raid which aimed to wipe its world renowned steel works off the map. A single bomb reduced the Marples Hotel, which stood in Fitzalan Square, from seven stories to just 15 feet of rubble. Only one of the ten compartments in the hotel’s cellar withstood the blast.
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Trapped within it were four steelworkers. This is their story.
Typical Girls 24 September-16 October Crucible Theatre www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk In a mental health unit inside a prison, a group of women discover the music of punk rock band The Slits and form their own group. An outlet for their frustration, they find remedy in revolution. But in a system that suffocates, can rebellion ever be allowed? Part-gig, part-play, Typical Girls is funny, fierce and furious.
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Music
Jenny Eclair
Wentworth Festival 18 September / Wentworth Woodhouse www.wentworthmusicfestival.co.uk There are still tickets remaining for this popular which will see The Feeling, Cast, Space and Bang Bang Romeo (and many more) take to the stage. There’ll also be comedy Paloma Faith from Steve Royle, Justin Moorhouse and Susan Murrary as well new music from local bands including Bad Luv, Floodhounds and Henderson. Food and drink options will be in abundance and there’s plenty to keep the kids entertained too. Just add sunshine.
Comedy Jonathan Pie 5 September / Sheffield City Hall www.sheffieldcityhall.co.uk Jonathan Pie’s critically acclaimed sell out show Fake News finally returns, updated and remixed for a post-Corona world. After months stuck in lockdown, Jonathan Pie returns to the road to discuss how corona has changed the world… and his career prospects. Jonathan Pie is the exasperated news reporter whose videos have been seen across the world. With over 1.5 million Facebook followers, his online videos regularly achieve millions of views going viral internationally.
Jenny Eclair 23 September / Sheffield City Hall www.sheffieldcityhall.co.uk Having hit 60 (but still a year younger than Madonna), Jenny Eclair AKA ‘The Face of Vagisan’ confronts a new decade of decrepitude. Now that it takes 20 minutes of scrolling down to find her DOB when she’s filling in forms online, should she celebrate or crawl into a hole? What will her 60’s hold for this 1960’s babe and is it a legal requirement to buy Nordic walking poles?
Paloma Faith 28 September / Sheffield City Hall / www.sheffieldcityhall.co.uk Paloma wrote most of the songs for ‘Infinite Things’ before the Covid-19 pandemic swept the world.Then we went into lockdown, and she ripped them all up and started afresh. She spent her downtime creating, learning to engineer her own music and just thinking about the world.The enforced downtime was creatively fruitful and taught her that she had been on a sort of conveyor belt of music and promo. The lockdown gave her the space to take stock and decide what is meaningful.
Exhibition The Foundry Until 2 September / Sheffield Cathedral www.sheffield-cathedral.org Throughout this summer, Sheffield Cathedral is celebrating the city’s association with steel. The Foundry is a FREE exhibition which explores the history and social aspects of the steel industry in Sheffield through contemporary digital technology, sound art and sculpture. The Foundry tells the story of how Sheffield has become known the world over as the City of Steel and the people and their inventions behind this. Using archive film footage from British Pathé and sound art, the exhibition transports you back in time to when the steel-making industry in Sheffield was at its height. Through, a modern contemporary exhibition of steel artwork, The Foundry also showcases how artists, crafts people and sculptors use steel today to create thought provoking and challenging pieces of work. Sheffield Cathedral is open 9am-5pm Monday to Saturday, 8am-3pm on Sunday.
Events Movies No Time to Die 30 September Is this Daniel Craig’s last outing as James Bond? If so, it looks like he’ll be going out with a bang in this adventure which takes him from Italy to Norway via Jamaica. Set five years after the capture of Ernst Stavro Blofeld, 007 has now left active service but after being approached by his friend and CIA officer Felix Leiter, he is enlisted to help search for Valdo Obruchev, a missing scientist. When it becomes apparent that Obruchev has been abducted, Bond must confront a villain whose schemes could see the death of millions.
A Question of Sport 19 September Sheffield City Hall www.sheffieldcityhall.co.uk Join host Sue Barker and team captains Matt Dawson and Phil Tufnell – together with a host of big-name guests – as the world’s longest running TV sports quiz celebrates its 50th anniversary with an all-new live show. Featuring many of the rounds and challenges you know and love, A Question of Sport Live is the perfect way for fans to see the hit show up close in a thrilling live environment. www.sheffieldvibe.com 93
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AWARDS
A night to remember THE PREPARATION FOR THE 2021 WESTSIDE RESTAURANT AND BAR AWARDS HAS BEGUN – AND WE HAVE A BRAND NEW VENUE.
he OEC is the new home for the 2021 Westside Restaurant and Bar Awards.We are delighted that this year’s event will take place at Sheffield’s newest dining and events venue on the evening of Monday 8 November. The OEC – Owlerton Events & Conferencing to give its full title – nestles snugly between Napoleons Casino and Owlerton Stadium on Penistone Road. It’s a new, ultra-modern and exciting venue with a 500seater capacity, 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! Now we’ve found the perfect venue, the search is really hotting up for the finest dining and drinking establishments across Sheffield and North Derbyshire, as we look forward to the 2021 Westside Restaurant and Bar Awards. The last 18 months has been horrendous for those working in hospitality and the connected industries but, thankfully, there is light at the end of the tunnel. If you’d like to treat your team after such a difficult year, allow us to recognise your hard work and efforts at a celebratory evening with food, drink and entertainment. We too had to take a break last year but the awards are back – and who will come out on top? Brocco on the Park were the most recent winners of our Restaurant of the Year award, winning in 2019 for the second year running. 2019 was also particularly strong for newcomers with recently opened establishments such as Omega at Abbeydale (Best Newcomer), Chinatown (Best Oriental) and Bank House Hathersage (Best Contemporary) among our category winners.
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Westside Readers’ Choice Award 2021 You can get involved now by casting your vote for the Westside Readers’ Choice. Whether you select your favourite local café, a much-loved Indian or Italian restaurant or any other type of food venue, all votes are equal. 2019’s winner was a newcomer, the Mediterraneanthemed Ego @ Dore Moor Inn (inset), a relaxed dining establishment on the edge of Derbyshire that proved to be hugely popular from the get-go. To vote go online to www.rmcmedia/events to let us know where you enjoy eating out most. All entries must include a home address and contact details, only one entry per email address is allowed. Closing date: Monday 18 October
Get your tickets And you can be there too. If you would like to attend, even treat your team to an early Christmas party, tickets are priced £50 each or you can purchase a table for ten for £450. Email paul.barrett@rmcmedia.co.uk for further details.
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EATING OUT
Tried and tasted DUNSTON HALL GARDEN CENTRE IS ALSO HOME TO A STUNNING BISTRO, WRITES SAM PEGG. estled in the most beautiful countryside sits a quaint garden centre and bistro ready to reveal all it has to offer.You can eat with a beautiful view as you look out over the surrounding greenery. I can’t think of a more perfect combination than delicious food, flowers and plants aplenty and miles of scenery. As soon as you walk into Dunston Hall Garden Centre you enter into a paradise of decor, gifts and the fresh smell of nature. Winding around each aisle with a rumbling excitement in my stomach, I approached the bistro and was immediately greeted by friendly staff waiting to provide excellent service for their customers. Promising indoor and outdoor seating there is always a table to suit your desires. With a stylish and comfortable interior and an exterior with stunning views you’re almost stuck for choice. After being shown to a wooden gazebo outside, we were instantly provided with water for the table and had our drink requests taken. There is a generous menu of a choice of drinks both alcoholic and soft to accompany your meal to come. It has to be said that the waiters and waitresses had a lovely demeanour, were attentive and made the experience welcoming and enjoyable. We were in
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good hands and it was clear that they would cater for our needs. The bistro has a breakfast, lunchtime and evening menu with a variety of perfectly chosen meals. I would definitely recommend for you to check out the evening menu served on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays 5-8pm. Sit in the peace of the evening as the sun starts to set over the trees in the distance whilst enjoying great food. After looking at the menu we chose to have the Dunston Steak Burger with twice cooked chips and the Dunston Fish and Chips. As stated on the menu their ethos is to only use the best local suppliers to ensure their customers receive the best, freshly cooked dishes. Fruit and veg is supplied by Winster Foods,The Bakewell Bakery bring breads and treats, meat comes from Highfield House, fish from The Gentleman Fishmonger and dairy from Woodthorpe Grange.The menu also caters for those who are gluten free, vegan and vegetarian. When the food arrived it was very well presented and cooked to perfection. The Dunston Fish and Chips was buttery, light and very fresh. An accompaniment of curry sauce, tartare sauce and mushy peas were all fresh and full of flavour. The Dunston Steak
Burger was very balanced yet rich in flavour. The twice cooked chips were delicate and delicious. Each mouthful was incredibly flavoursome. For dessert there was an array of cakes to choose from. The Warm Chocolate Brownie with raspberry gel, frozen raspberries and vanilla ice cream took my fancy. It arrived with great attention to detail and looked beautiful. Similar to the rest of the meal it was full of flavour and was a great end to a lovely meal. A visit to Dunston Hall Garden Centre & Bistro is well worth a scenic drive, to not only stop by for a walk around the plants but to also enjoy a delicious meal in the bistro. Booking is essential any time of day to ensure you don’t miss out on this fabulous dining experience. Dunston Hall Garden Centre Dunston Road, Newbold Chesterfield, S41 9RL Tel: 01246 450005 https://dunstonhallgardencentre.co.uk
At a glance: ★ Unqiue location ★ Local suppliers ★ Great views
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This unique and picturesque garden centre has friendly and professional staff who are always happy to talk and give helpful advice for all your gardening needs. We actively support local businesses and suppliers and where possible sell locally produced goods. Open 7 days a week.
Our fabulous new bistro is open 7 days a week serving breakfast, lunch and dinner using only fresh locally sourced produce. Dishes to suit all tastes prepared by our team of talented chefs. Booking is essential, please call 01246 450005. Like our social media pages for up to date menus and events. @dunstonhallkitchenandbistro
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Shanghai boasts one of China's best and most distinctive cuisines. Shanghai residents are known to have a sweet tooth, and more sugar is used in Shanghai's signature dishes than in any other part of China. Influenced by its position just south of the Yangtze River and at the mouth of the Huangpu River, the region abounds in a selection of dishes that are unique to Shanghai but also influenced from neighboring provinces cuisine: Hangzhou, known for its carp; Zhejiang, for its vinegar; and Shaoxing, for its warmed rice wine.
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EATING OUT
Head chef Alex Fretwell
Magnificent seven ENJOY A TASTE OF SUMMER AT MOSBOROUGH HALL WITH A NEW CHEF’S TASTING MENU. hen it comes to choosing somewhere to eat out, diners often overlook hotels assuming they’re the reserve of guests. But, of course, you’d be wrong. Take Mosborough Hall for example. The hotel, which now operates under the Best Western Plus banner as part of the Vine Hotels group, was originally a 12th century manor house but is now a charming space with attractive grounds, a contemporary bar and the stunning Darcy’s brasserie restaurant. You’ll find plenty of examples of old and new working in harmony. Grand beamed ceilings and huge stone fireplaces juxtapose with contemporary glass and stylish décor, which features dark wood tables complemented by cream walls and subtle splashes of lilac and mauve. Artwork that lines the walls of the restaurant give a nod to Sheffield’s musical heritage with modern portraits of the likes of Joe Cocker, Jarvis Cocker and Richard Hawley. Since re-opening in May there have been plenty of changes at Mosborough Hall, most notably in the restaurant with the launch of a new menu, including a seven-course tasting menu. Young head chef Alex Fretwell has really gone to town with the latter, creating a delicious blend of courses that
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have been inspired by the local produce on offer, including the hotel’s own garden, his Nana and Neil Buchanan’s Art Attack. At £45 per person, it proved to be fantastic value for money and there’s an optional wine flight (£15), which includes a glass or prosecco, two glasses of wine and a glass of port. We started with an amuse-bouche of smoked chicken roulade, Caesar and parmesan, which was like having a Caesar salad in one bite - it was delicious. A slice of 12-hour yoghurt sour dough bread (made fresh each day) followed, topped with a moreish smoked beer and Henderson’s Relish butter. Alex’s Nana supplies the beetroots that form a key component of the starter. On this occasion they’re pickled with fennel and served with a maple-glazed slice of goats’ cheese, shallot puree and a sesame tuille. The sweetness of the glaze provided a contrast to the sharpness of the cheese and made for a very balanced, summery dish. When the main course arrived mallard duck, dripping potato, carrot, kale, maple jus - the first thought was that it wasn’t the cleanest plate of food. But there was a good reason - the presentation was inspired by the [old] children’s TV show Art Attack, a
favourite of Alex. Regardless of how it looked, the duck was cooked perfectly and I really like the ‘crispy seaweed’style kale. The recipe for the pre-dessert of lemon and lime meringue pie came from Alex’s Nana and was delicious and was perhaps my favourite dish of the night. We thought we’d finished with a spiced date sponge, caramel sauce, toffee popcorn and ice cream but a Yorkshire cheeseboard followed as well as coffee and macaroons. The tasting menu is a real indulgence but provided a real insight into what’s on offer at Mosborough Hall - you’ll find many of the dishes on the large a la carte menu. And the best thing? You don’t have to be a guest. Best Western Plus Mosborough Hall Hotel High Street, Mosborough Sheffield, S20 5EA Tel: 0114 248 4353 www.mosboroughhall.co.uk
At a glance: ★ Indulgent tasting menu ★ Food with heart - and a story ★ Lovely setting
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The staff at West 10
Focussing on food DON’T OVERLOOK THE RESTAURANT AT WEST 10, WRITES RICHARD ABBEY. n a year of ups and downs, West 10, that hugely popular wine bar and restaurant in Ranmoor, is certainly on a positive trajectory. Now under new ownership, Klaus Bach is overseeing a shift in focus back towards food giving head chef Chris Parker freedom to express himself with a range of tempting bistro-style dishes. He’s also introduced a brunch menu and Sunday lunches too. Westside readers will be familiar with Chris Parker who was our most recent recipient of our ‘Young Chef of the Year’ award at our annual Restaurant & Bar Awards. At the time, Chris was praised for his ‘near-faultless course’ of lamb cannon served with rosemary fondant potatoes. Chris had said of winning the award, which was judged after a Masterchefstyle cook-off: “It went better than I thought although I was a bit nervous at first. I kept things seasonal, I stuck to the brief and thankfully I impressed everyone. It’s given me the confidence now to move things on at West 10.” That increased confidence was clear to see on a menu that included dishes such as Beef fillet served with fondant potato, beef dripping crumb, wild mushroom and Madeira sauce and watercress, and
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Crispy duck egg with chorizo emulsion and asparagus. We chose from both the specials and a la carte menu and were impressed with everything we ate. Just as impressive was the remodelled upstairs dining room which is now a much brighter and more inviting space with white walls, striking palm print wallpaper, dark wood tables and green velvet chairs. We started with starters of Hendricks and beetroot cured salmon served with horseradish cream, pickled cucumber and toast (£8) and pan-fried scallops with squid ink tuile, pea puree and pancetta (£8). Salmon and horseradish is so often a winning combination and this version didn’t disappoint whilst the scallops were perfectly cooked with their sweetness balanced out by the saltiness of the pancetta and squid ink tuile. My wife indulged her love for seafood further with an excellent main of panfried swordfish with herb potatoes, roast cherry tomatoes and salsa verde (£16), which was well-cooked and had a real summery flavour. My slow roast belly pork (£16), which had been rolled and sliced, had lovely crisp crackling on the outside and deliciously soft flesh underneath. Accompaniments of glazed pig’s cheeks, black pudding crumb, mash, kale and cider jus added extra interest
and flavour - the sauce was particularly good and work really well with the pork. Desserts came in the form of a rich and indulgent sticky toffee pudding with toffee sauce and vanilla ice cream (£6) for her and a cheeseboard (£6) with biscuits, cheddar, stilton, brie, celery, grapes, chutney and butter for me. I thought I’d gone for the lighter option with the cheese but given the size of the plate, it would have easily fed both of us! Rising star Chris is clearly hitting those high standards he set at our competition two years ago and will hopefully be cranking things up a notch in the coming months. West 10 will long maintain it’s reputation as a wine bar and the place to drop in for a drink or two but don’t overlook the restaurant, that little walk upstairs is well worth it. West 10 376 Fulwood Road, Sheffield, S10 3GD Tel: 0114 230 9190 west10winebar.com
At a glance: ★ Good choice of dishes ★ Very reasonably priced ★ Great wine list
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Time to rediscover FROM BEAR TRAILS TO LIGHT SHOWS, THERE’S LOTS TO TEMPT YOU BACK INSIDE SHEFFIELD CATHEDRAL THIS AUTUMN. fter over 12 months of changing restrictions, it’s great to say that Sheffield Cathedral is open and open fully. Daily services have resumed, the gift shop and coffee shop are welcoming customers and there are a number of events and exhibitions, showing now or in the coming months, to tempt visitors back in to the splendid building once again. “It’s wonderful to see people of all generations coming back into the cathedral,” said Sheffield Cathedral’s development manager, Ben Rossi. “Going forward, into the autumn, it gives us great confidence that things will return to some resemblance of normality.” Popular over the summer has been The Foundry exhibition, which runs until 2 September. This exhibition, which has been curated by sculptor Peter Walker, celebrates the historical industry and social aspects of Sheffield’s steel heritage presented through contemporary artworks. Digital technology, art and sculpture (in steel, naturally) all feature. If you’ve been following the The Bears of Sheffield trail – there are 100 little and 60 big bears located all around the city – you may have already visited Sheffield Cathedral to catch a glimpse of this wonderful public arts exhibition which has been coordinated by The Children’s Hospital Charity. In the run up to Christmas there is a planned remembrance service and from November you will be able to see the Christmas Tree Festival (30 November-2 January) and, postponed from last year, The Beginning: Christmas Light Show (30 November-5 December). Local businesses, schools and charities have been invited to sponsor Christmas trees as part of the Christmas Tree Festival which will be displayed around the stunning interior of the building and visitors can visit free of charge. The Beginning: Christmas Light Show will see Sheffield Cathedral transformed by Luxmuralis.Visitors will be able to watch the Nativity story unfold and delight in Christmas celebrations as the
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Cathedral’s facade is transformed by light and digital artwork projections. Come inside you will be immersed in a stunning sensory experience of light and sound, inspired by the Cathedral’s historic stained-glass windows. Tickets for this will be on sale in September and priced £7.50 for adults, £6 for children aged 3-15 and £3 for carers. In the midst of the reopening and myriad events taking place, Sheffield Cathedral has also appointed a new dean – Revd Canon Abigail Thompson – and
she will take up her post on 6 November. “Sheffield Cathedral is the place where I was ordained deacon in 2006 and I got married here in 2010,” she said. “I’ve made vows here, I’ve wept into the stone floor, I’ve rejoiced here and I’ve lit candles here for people I have loved and lost. “I am blessed and honoured and totally thrilled that this is the place where I will soon daily say my prayers and get to love and serve the people of this great city, this wonderful Cathedral and the whole Diocese of Sheffield.” Whether you call in for worship, for a coffee or to see the bears, there are plenty of reasons to visit Sheffield Cathedral in the coming months. The Cathedral is open to visitors from 9am5pm Monday-Saturday and 8am-3pm on Sundays, with Holy Communion by the rite of the Book of Common Prayer at 8am and the Cathedral Eucharist at 10.30am.They have decided to keep measures in place to help to keep you safe and to restrict the spread of COVID-19 during your visit, encouraging you to support the NHS Test & Trace programme (anyone aged 16 years and over), wear a face covering (over 11s only), unless exempt, use the hand sanitiser stations provided, and maintain social distancing and keep younger visitors with you during your visit. Sheffield Cathedral Church Street, Sheffield, S1 1HA Tel: 0114 275 3434 www.sheffieldcathedral.org
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Do the Strand LONDON WAS CALLING TO RICHARD ABBEY WHO FOUND THE PERFECT BASE FROM WHICH TO EXPLORE ON A RECENT VISIT TO THE CAPITAL. Image © Photos.London
tepping off the train at King’s Cross you could sense almost immediately that London has not quite returned to ‘normal’. Regardless of the time of day you expect to walk into a packed concourse before hustling your way to the tube to get to wherever you need to go, but there was none of that. It was much more sedate, relaxed even. Of course this is not necessarily a bad thing and makes it a great time to explore the capital before the long haul flights begin to disembark onto its streets once again. A late morning tube ride to Covent Garden was both short and quiet and on, exiting the station, full of surprises. Again it was distinctly less busy and seems to have undergone a bit of a transformation since my last visit. The market is still the hub (the street performers are still there) but the streets around this seem to have been elevated to another level. Many of them have
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been pedestrianised while garlands of flowers and lights suspended across these thoroughfares have added character and charm. Bars, restaurants and cafes now spill out on to walkways and squares to create a continental style atmosphere and with the addition of new shopping and dining areas such as The Yards and the Seven Dials Market, Covent Garden feels alive once again. The base for our short stay was just a stone’s throw from Covent Garden and is a landmark itself, being part of the London skyline for over 112 years and
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steeped in history and heritage. Strand Palace has recently undergone a two-year multimillion-pound refurbishment that has seen the renovation of all 785 bedrooms, public areas, and a brand-new restaurant and bar refurbished with a modern art-deco inspired interior design. We stayed in two deluxe king rooms, linked by an adjoining door, which offered plenty of space for the four of us as well as comforts including Hypnos mattresses, air conditioning, free high speed wi-fi, Nespresso® coffee machine, complimentary fully stocked minibar and
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large HD TV. It was the perfect place to relax after a day exploring the capital. Breakfast was included in our stay and was served each morning in the Haxells Restaurant & Bar. There was a good choice of hot and cold food as well as fruit juices, tea and coffee - my children particularly enjoyed the American-style pancakes lavishly smothered in maple syrup. Haxells is also open for lunch, afternoon tea and dinner with a passion for provenance and a focus on impeccably sourced, top-quality ingredients. The menu is full of modern British dishes such as the Haxells burger, superfood salad, Hawaiian salmon poke bowl and to finish, chocolate cake with honeycomb ice cream. As comfortable as it is inside, it’s the location that really sells Strand Palace with many of the capital’s world-famous sights and attractions, including St. Paul’s Cathedral,Trafalgar Square, the London Eye, and the River Thames, on its doorstep.You’re also in the heart of theatreland and Soho, home to some of the London’s hottest nightlife spots, is less
than a 15-minute walk from the hotel. We’d pre-booked tickets for the lastminute.com London Eye and made the most of the glorious weather with a gentle stroll through Trafalgar Square, St James Park and Parliament Square before crossing Westminster Bridge to its location on the Southbank. Entry was well organised (and safe) as you’d expect and after a short queue we climbed to a height of 135m for unrivalled views over the city. Each pod had limited numbers we shared with one other family - so there was plenty of room to distance but still enjoy the sights without getting in each other’s way. After hitting the heights we enjoyed a long stroll down the Southbank, which has developed into a real foodie destination. There are shipping containers, vans and trucks, all with plenty of seating and all serving food and drink, as well as recognised restaurants and cafes. Gabriel’s Wharf, just next to the OXO building, even had a beach bar. We walked on to the Tate Modern before crossing the Thames to St Paul’s Cathedral and back along Fleet
Street and The Strand, via Somerset House, to the hotel. During our stay we also visited the British Museum and the National Gallery, which are both free to enter but, due to Covid restrictions, tickets must be booked in advance. The former, again a short walk from the hotel, is home to two million years of world history and culture and is worth the admission alone for the Queen Elizabeth II Great Court, the largest covered square in Europe. Our whistlestop tour of the National Gallery took in paintings from the likes of Johannes Vermeer, Paul Cézanne, Claude Monet and Vincent Van Gogh amongst others. No trip to London is complete without a spot of shopping; Oxford Street and Regent Street cover all bases and were some of the busiest places we visited but again Covent Garden, and particularly the area around Seven Dials, came out on top with a good selection of independent stores as well as some well known high street favourites. On the evidence of this visit, it shows that the return to ‘normal’ is definitely well on it’s way; after almost 18 months of Covid restrictions, our recent family trip was one of our first opportunities to get away and I’ll be honest, it felt fantastic. Prices at the Strand Palace Hotel start from £106 per room, per night. Strand Palace Hotel 372 Strand, London, WC2R 0JJ Tel: 020 7379 4737 Email: info@strandpalacehotel.co.uk www.strandpalacehotel.co.uk www.sheffieldvibe.com 109
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New director at The Source Leading Sheffield training academy The Source has strengthened its senior management team. Natalie Doherty joins as director of Quality, Curriculum and Innovation. Liverpudlian Natalie, 45, brings over 20 years of education sector management expertise to The Source, a registered charity which has been helping people into work and training since 2003. She began her career as a dancer and choreographer, headed to university at the age of 20 for teaching qualifications and a career driving high-quality educational provision across numerous sectors ensued. For two years she was Head of Education at a male prison in the East of England, enabling inmates to study subjects ranging from maths to motor vehicle mechanics and construction skills She moved into quality control as assistant director of a college in her home city and before moving to The Source was quality manager for Liverpool training provider The Learning Foundry. Natalie is passionate about giving people second chances in life through education. “When I walked into The Source I felt like I’d been there forever. Its ethos of helping people to find their forte in life is exactly in line with mine,” she commented. “I have worked with people from a cross section of society, including prisoners, and firmly believe people can change their direction at any point, given the right help and support.”
Huge sigh of relief Welcoming the news that the government will bring Sheffield Forgemasters into public ownership, Unite’s assistant general secretary for manufacturing, Steve Turner said: “This is the news we’ve waited two years to hear. Unite has been engaged in a long battle with the Ministry of Defence and the UK government to protect UK steel supply to our defence and nuclear programmes so today’s news will be welcomed with a huge sigh of relief right across our steel communities. “It brings to an end years of instability for this historic 215 year-old company, but is also a sign that government is maybe finally waking up to a crisis of its own making. Critical infrastructure industries like steel function better in public hands and advanced economies like our own need to have stable, secure domestic steel production capabilities to protect our national security interests as well as to compete in global markets. “But we only got to today’s good news because our members at Sheffield Forgemasters had the confidence and faith to invest in their plant’s future. We will now work with the government and company to ensure that those workers who put their hands in their own pockets to support the company do not lose out. “We now look forward to a secure future for the plant which brings with it the guarantee for both today’s workforce and the thousands of young workers to follow the hope of a highly skilled job in a well-paid, unionised plant.” 110 www.sheffieldvibe.com
Apprentices’ achievements celebrated by The Sheffield College Apprentices’ achievements have been celebrated at the first Andrew Hartley ceremony of its kind to be held by The Sheffield College. The Apprenticeship Celebration Awards 2021 have showcased the contribution of the College’s apprentices to employers across a range of sectors including accounting, construction, education, engineering and healthcare. Andrew Hartley, Executive Director of Commercial and Operations, The Sheffield College, said: “Apprentices are the lifeblood of our local and regional economy and are highly valued by employers, which is why it is important to recognise their achievements and contributions.” He added: “It is clear that our apprentices have played a vital role during the coronavirus pandemic by providing new ideas and skills and supporting business continuity. We are extremely proud of the positive impact that they have had on employers.” Apprentices, college staff and governors attended the online event in July. The College’s Apprenticeship+ service enables employers to get the skills they need and students to become highly employable. For more information, visit https://apprenticeships.sheffcol.ac.uk/ and follow @ShefColAppsPlus
University of Sheffield wins Formula Student competition A team of engineering students from University of Sheffield won the Formula Student 2021 racing car competition, beating off fierce competition from over 30 teams at event held at Silverstone Race Circuit at the weekend. The competition, which is organised by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, returned to the Silverstone track this month after a purely online event in 2020 due to the pandemic. Team Sheffield Formula Racing joins 2017 winners Cardiff University as the only British winner of the competition, which gives students a real-world challenge to design, build and race single seater cars. It includes events designed to test their vehicle as well as formal presentations to show their engineering knowledge. “Congratulations to all the teams who were able to make it to this year’s event in difficult circumstances, especially the winners from University of Sheffield,” said Andrew Deakin, Chairman of Formula Student. “We hope everyone who participated enjoyed the experience and look forward to welcoming all teams back to Silverstone for 2022.” For UK and international teams unable to attend the track event in Silverstone or running as Concept Class teams, the Institution organised an online competition with virtual racing simulation heats and finals. India’s Institute of Technology Bombay picked up awards for both Concept Class Design and Concept Class overall, marking a great year for the team despite not being able to join at Silverstone.
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Natural next step The corporate finance division of leading independent accountancy firm, BHP, has become shareholder of specialist global mergers and acquisitions advisory group Translink Corporate Finance. It’s the natural next step for BHP Corporate Finance, who joined forces with Translink as a UK member of their global network of specialist M&A advisors over two years ago and reflects the value that the alliance has delivered in that short time. Translink has a team of more than 600 experts across 30 different countries, specialising in advising private and public companies, private equity firms and entrepreneurs on mergers and acquisitions, fundraisings and IPOs. BHP is one of two member firms based in the UK who work closely on a dayto-day basis with colleagues in Translink to deliver midmarket M&A transactions. BHP Corporate Finance, which is based in Sheffield and Leeds, provides a full range of merger and acquisitions focussed lead advisory and transaction support services for corporates, management teams, investors and funders.
Tax support plans welcome Leading Sheffield financial expert Deborah Lockwood has welcomed the government’s announcement of a softer approach to tax collection in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. HMRC has confirmed that it will take an understanding and supportive approach to dealing with companies emerging from lockdown who have tax debts or are concerned about their ability to pay their tax. Even if customers cannot pay anything straight away, HMRC is offering alternatives including a short-term deferral, which means nothing would need to be paid for a set period of time, and that there would be no further action to collect the tax debt until that time had lapsed. The department will also discuss other forms of support, including Bounce Back loans, Coronavirus Business Interruption Loans and agreeing repayment holidays or extending repayment terms. “After a year of uncertainty and even fear within many areas of the business community, it really is good to hear that HMRC is being so proactive in its support of those people who have very real worries about how they are going to face their latest tax demand,” said Deborah, a director of Sheffield business turnaround and insolvency practice Graywoods. “HMRC are actively looking to work with and support businesses as they re-open and begin the process of recovery from the pandemic and that really does have to be welcomed.” To find out more about the full range of services provided by Graywoods call 0114 285 9500.
Yorkshire-based SMEs have an urgent need for cash, but are being turned away from many ‘traditional’ lenders, leading to the risk of a major funding gap as they strive for growth post pandemic. New data from Allica Bank shows that 46 per cent of Yorkshire-based SMEs will require additional funding within the next 12 months, but that nearly seven out of ten (69 per cent) say they have previously been rejected when applying for extra cash. The deficit in funding will potentially hamper recovery and growth in the region, only to be compounded by the end of the UK’s furlough scheme. Explaining how current processes need to be challenged, Katie Roberts (pictured), from Allica Bank’s Yorkshire relationship management division, says: “There will have been unviable businesses rejected for funding, however the high percentage suggests business performance and credit ratings are not being taken in the context of the pandemic. Instead, banks need to start taking a more forward-looking approach, using other data and information to assess the creditworthiness of a business.” The survey results also demonstrated that more than a quarter (27 per cent) of businesses felt that they did not have access to adequate support from their bank during the pandemic and that only 35 per cent feel completely confident in obtaining funding from their existing lender. “Covid loans have undoubtedly been a lifeline for many businesses, but they have also dominated the resources of many banks, who have then lacked the capacity to support financing business growth and the many Yorkshire businesses that have been able to adapt and perform well during the pandemic,” she says.
New city centre home for Sheffield Chamber Supporting local business, Sheffield Chamber is delighted to open a new city centre hub at Cubo Sheffield. The new co-working space, which is a vibrant addition to Sheffield’s Heart of the City development project, will be the primary base for Chamber membership. Offering a fresh, modern, and welcoming place for businesses to visit the Chamber team to catch up, learn and collaborate. The Chamber’s current home, located in the John Banner Centre in Attercliffe, is being refreshed and transformed into their chief base of operations for International Trade. Remaining an easy drop-off and pick up point for the Chamber’s International Trade clients. www.sheffieldvibe.com 111
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Launching a year of fundraising It’s a great way to cool down on a hot summer’s day… and an even greater way to raise money for a fantastic cause! Sheffield’s Westbourne School has chosen the city’s antitrafficking charity The Snowdrop Project as its new charity of the year. And to get the fundraising started, staff at the Broomhill independent school put themselves in the firing line with a Soak the Teacher Day. “Considering how hot it has been, everybody was rather happy to take the plunge,” said Junior School Headmaster Jon Clark. “We’ve supported many charities over the years everybody from St Luke’s Hospice to Blue Cross for Pets and we look forward to everybody at Westbourne joining in with fundraising for The Snowdrop Project.”
Choc Fest There’ll be a truly international flavour at the Roundabout Yorkshire Chocolate Festival at Sheffield’s Kelham Island Museum this autumn. For chocolatier John Cowings, brings in beans from around the globe to create the distinctive chocolate tastes of his Derbyshire micro business Cacoa Elora. And he will be sharing some of his trade secrets and his favourite creations with a taster session at the 24 October festival, which is being presented by South Yorkshire youth homelessness charity Roundabout. It’s a day of live music, workshops and more than 50 stalls featuring all things chocolate - everything from from brownies and doughnuts to hot chocolate and beer as well as a selection of non-edible chocolate themed gifts. Working from his home in Alfreton, John - a diversity officer with Derbyshire County Council - imports beans from as far afield as Uganda, Nicaragua,Venezuela, Indonesia, Ecuador, Papua New Guinea and North West Honduras. To find out more about Roundabout’s Yorkshire Chocolate Festival and to purchase tickets simply visit roundabouthomeless.org/event/yorkshire-chocolate-festival/
Gallery reopens Sheffield’s much-loved Graves Gallery is set to welcome visitors again from Friday 3 September following a six-month programme of refurbishment and redisplay. New displays making their debut include an exhibition of work by sculptor Mark Firth, the first chance to see Pandemic Diary, a new series of drawings by Phlegm, a new exhibition curated by pioneering artist Keith Piper, as well as a new display on the theme of landscape. The improvements to the gallery and the new displays have been made possible thanks to generous support from The Ampersand Foundation for a five-year programme of change. 112 www.sheffieldvibe.com
New chairman for charity Homelessness charity Emmaus Sheffield has appointed a new chairman to its board of trustees. Bill Thomas takes over from Martin Davies, who is retiring after 24 years as chairman of the Sheffield charity. “I am very honoured to be following Martin, said Sheffield-based Bill, who spent many years as a Divisional Managing Director for estate agency Connells. “As we hopefully begin to emerge from the pandemic, this is an interesting time for Emmaus. “The past 18 months have been a difficult time for all charities but Emmaus Sheffield has survived and continues to provide an excellent level of support for our companions. “That remains, as always, our absolute priority and we have to ensure that we have all the things in place to us into a successful future.” Emmaus Sheffield, based close to Sheffield’s Victoria Quays, is the drug and alcohol free project that provides a home, support and work for formerly homeless people in the city. Through its Social Enterprise programme it aims to provide meaningful work and enable the people it supports – known as companions - to eventually become self-supporting once more.
Lord Mayor welcomes Graysons’ support for premier arts event Sheffield’s celebrated Art in the Gardens returns to the city’s Botanical Gardens once again this September with the backing of Graysons Solicitors. The city-based law firm returns as the premier sponsor of the event for the third year in a row and is pleased to be able to help bring some normality back to the arts world. Graysons has a keen interest in art. It’s also the sponsor of Sheffield Young Artists and regularly works with local artist Alan Pennington. Peter Clark, managing partner at Graysons, said: “We’ve had the privilege of being involved in Art in the Gardens since 2019 and we’re looking forward to being present once again in September. It has been a very difficult year with further lockdowns and COVID-related restrictions and it’s a pleasure to be able to help stage such an important event in the city’s arts calendar.” Art in the Gardens takes place on Saturday and Sunday 4 and 5 September, with a preview evening on Friday 3 September.
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Graysons moves into Hathersage GRAYSONS SOLICITORS IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THAT IT HAS TAKEN OVER THE HATHERSAGE OFFICE OF FAVELL, SMITH AND LAWSON. raysons is an eight-partner firm, with a long history of providing legal services in Sheffield and Chesterfield, where its current offices are located. Established in 1925, the firm’s deep-rooted ethics and traditional high standards are blended with a progressive culture that puts it completely in touch with client’s needs. Graysons offers a wide range of services and has built a reputation for providing expertly tailored legal advice. It is recommended in the Legal 500 2021 and holds the Law Society’s Lexcel accreditation. Several of its staff are accredited to Law Society panels and by other organisations. The firm has a keen interest in supporting communities local to its practice and works closely with organisations including Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind, Paces, Derbyshire Asbestos Support Team and Chesterfield’s Ashgate Hospice. In addition, the firm sponsors the annual Art in the Gardens and young artists in Sheffield. Favell, Smith and Lawson dates back 50 years in Hathersage, when Tony Favell set up the practice above a butchers with well-regarded conveyancer, Harry Walker. By 1985, the partnership, then known as Favell, Smith and Henson, comprised Tony Favell, David Lawson, Phillip Henson and the late Keith Smith. Tony Favell became an MP in 1983 and took a back seat in the practice but was still proactive in running the business until he retired about 20 years ago. He remains a well-known and respected figure in the region. Peter Clark, managing partner at Graysons, says: “This is a perfect progression for Graysons and mutually advantageous for both firms. We are two strong and well-respected firms. Favell, Smith and Lawson will continue to offer court defence work from its offices in Sheffield, whilst our aim is to build on their exceptional reputation in Hathersage and further develop the
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private client practice there, as well as offer other services already available to Graysons’ clients in Chesterfield and Sheffield.” Private client services delivered by Favell, Smith and Lawson from the Hathersage office for 50 years, including wills, probate and estate administration, lasting powers of attorney and
conveyancing will continue to be available at Graysons. However, residents of the Hathersage community and further afield will also benefit from Graysons’ wider range of services which includes lifetime planning, Court of Protection work, family law, personal injury, occupational injury and illness, medical negligence and a bespoke
Caroline Murray – Graysons partner and head of the property team
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Pictured from L–R, Favell Smith Lawson conveyancer, Meriet Watts; Favell Smith Lawson director, Timothy Gaubert; Graysons HR & quality manager, Emma Briault and Graysons managing partner, Peter Clark
private wealth service to assist high net worth individuals and families. Caroline Murray, head of Graysons’ property team says: “I am delighted that Meriet Watts, who has worked at Favell, Smith and Lawson since 2007 and has a wealth of experience and knowledge of the local area, will be staying with us at Hathersage. She is a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives and specialises in residential conveyancing work. She will be an excellent addition to our team.” Caroline is a partner at Graysons and has dealt exclusively with property work for over 20 years. She has particular expertise in high-value and complex residential property sales and purchases and investments. Favells has a long history of advising clients in the region on private client matters, such as wills, administration of
estates and powers of attorney. Graysons’ partner, Anne Rogers, who will lead the private client team at Hathersage says: “I am really looking forward to serving Favell’s existing clients in Hathersage and to developing the
practice. I have over a decade’s experience of dealing with wills, estate administration and elderly client services and regularly handle large and complex estates, including cases involving business and agricultural property, taxable estates and inheritance tax planning.” Anne’s empathy and ability to understand clients’ needs make her a popular choice for people who are dealing with sensitive issues at vulnerable times. Graysons’ Hathersage office is at Suite 6 Brunel House, Heather Lane, Hope Valley. S32 1DP. You can contact the team on 01433 650718 or by email at info@graysons.co.uk. Find out more about Graysons at www.graysons.co.uk
Pictured L-R, Favell Smith Lawson director, Timothy Gaubert; Favell Smith Lawson conveyancer, Meriet Watts; Graysons HR & quality manager, Emma Briault and Graysons managing partner, Peter Clark
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Swann-Morton… at the cutting edge WESTSIDE LOOKS AT A LONG-STANDING SHEFFIELD COMPANY WHO SET OUT TO DO THINGS DIFFERENTLY. ack in 1932 three friends came together to start a business in Sheffield manufacturing selling razor blades. They had their own distinct ideology regarding how a company should be run that seemed downright revolutionary. Nearly 90 years on it still raises eyebrows. Walter Swann had left a secure position with another razor blade company to be his own boss. He brought with him Doris Fairweather, a supervisor with a strict work ethic who brought her team of female workers with her and they were joined by Alfred Morton, a metallurgist. They wanted to create a kind of Workers’ Utopia, with pay and conditions way better than what was considered standard fair practice at the time. One can only imagine how their contemporaries regarded them, possibly as eccentric dreamers who would lose their £150 investment money and emerge sadder and wiser regarding the
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realities of modern business practices. However, this dream was built to last. Swann-Morton was to become one of Sheffield’s most spectacular success stories and its headquarters on Owlerton Green remains a familiar landmark in the city.
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But even before the first razor blade was sold the founder’s principles were set out in four statements to guide the new company into the capitalist world. They were: • Claims of individuals producing in an industry come first, before anything else, and must always remain first. They are the human beings on which everything is built. • If the industry can’t pay the rightful reward of labour (while they are producing for profit for the owners) then the management must find another policy to make it do so. • If the management can’t do the job then a new management – and a new policy – is required.
• Individuals in any industry have a perfect right to demand and see this objective is reached, because they produce the goods. These words in Walter Swann’s handwriting are still displayed in the head office and they remain the principles that guide a company which has become a world leader in the manufacture of surgical blades, scalpels and handles. It has earned a worldwide reputation for quality, precision, consistency and reliability, combining traditional blade-making skills with the latest technology. With a wide range of products – around 70 individual blade shapes and 30 different handles – Swann-Morton
has become the preferred choice of surgeons around the world as well as other healthcare professionals such as GPs, nurses, paramedics, dentists, podiatrists and vets. Swann-Morton exports to over 100 countries thanks to a network of overseas distributors and two overseas subsidiaries, Swann-Morton/Sinner in France and J.K. Surgical in Poland. The change in emphasis from razor blades to surgical blades began in the 1930s and by 1957 Swann-Morton was manufacturing over 38 million blades a year. The first workshop was behind houses in Woodland Street, Hillsborough and the move to better premises on Bradfield Road was quickly followed by www.sheffieldvibe.com 117
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the first Swann-Morton scalpel. Rapid growth saw Christmas cash bonuses, paid holidays and a 40-hour week for everyone and in 1938 the first part of the present factory at Owlerton Green was purchased, with four workshops completed in time for the increased demand for surgical blades following the outbreak of the Second World War. They looked poised to cash in but prices were promptly reduced – the directors did not want to make profit out of war. It wasn’t all plain sailing. Like many businesses Swann-Morton struggled to stay afloat during the post-war recession but those founding principles and a commitment to innovation allowed the company to survive and expand again. One of the key moments in this upwards momentum came in the 1960s when, with the demand for sterilised surgical blades increasing, Swann-Morton developed a sterilisation process using Cobalt 60 gamma radiation which meant the company was now totally selfsufficient for all sterilisation requirements. Since the turn on the century extensive expansion has seen major construction work and new buildings. 118 www.sheffieldvibe.com
Cobb Works, across the road from the main site, is a purpose-built centre for research and development and engineering while Cygnet Works, some 400 yards away, provides storage space for new materials. The latest development is the opening of Woodland Works on Penistone Road in 2020 which allows Swann-Morton to bring its plastic moulding requirements in house. Swann-Morton also acquired The Jewel Blade Company, 300 metres from the main site. Now known simply as Jewel Blade, it is responsible for craft and industrial blade manufacture within the group. Today Swann-Morton employs over 300 people, uses 600 tonnes of steel a year, and makes 1.5 million surgical blades daily. They are sold in virtually every country in the world and over two-thirds of production is exported with a turnover of £20million a year. The introduction of new technology has consistently put Swann-Morton at the cutting edge of surgical blade manufacture. Quality control has always been at the heart of every process and inspections at various stages of production are just
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as important now as ever. Indeed surgical blades are subject to two final inspections before packaging within a ‘clean room’ environment, after which blades are sterilised on site. Staff turnover is extraordinarily low, with unique working conditions including ten weeks holiday a year, a 35-hour week, double time for overtime, profit-related pay, private health care and a contributory pension scheme. Walter Swann died in 1980 and Doris Fairweather followed four years later. They had set up a trust when the third founder member Alfred Morton left in the 1940s to secure the future of the company, with the employees taking a 50 per cent stake in the company and the remaining 50 per cent going to a charitable trust. That’s the way it remains with staff very proud to be not only employees but an integral part of one of Sheffield’s greatest success stories of the last 100 years.
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MOTORING
Welcome return
THIS MONTH SEES THE RETURN OF AN ICONIC BRAND, WRITES RICHARD ABBEY.
Classic racing brand Lotus have released their first road car in what seems like an age. The Emira builds on the legacy of the Elise, Exige and Evora and represents a quantum leap forward for the Norfolkbased company. A mid-engined premium sports car, the Emira has been developed on a new lightweight bonded aluminium chassis, technology pioneered by Lotus and which remains an intrinsic part of the company’s sports car DNA. It will be available with a choice of two petrol engines, a Lotus-honed 3.5-litre V6 and a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder ‘i4’ from the performance division of Mercedes-Benz. The first cars will hit the road next spring with prices starting at £60,000.
Design statement The success story of Vauxhall’s Astra began over 40 years ago. Now, there’s an all-new eighth generation model about to hit the roads. The new Vauxhall Astra will launch this year as a sporty five-door with a low-slung look and yet more space than its predecessor. The new Vauxhall Astra is also a design statement for the brand. Dynamic as never before, with sheer, taut surfaces, detoxed of superfluous elements and with the new brand face – the Vauxhall Vizor. With the next compact class generation,Vauxhall shows that the Astra is ready to define a new era. Vauxhall will offer the new Astra in two performance levels as a plug-in hybrid. In addition, there are versions with highly efficient petrol and diesel engines in combination with friction-optimised six-speed manual and eight-speed automatic transmissions.
Iconic engine From 0-62mph in 3.8 seconds, up to 180mph top speed, RS Torque Splitter and specific RS driving modes – the new Audi RS 3 offers driving dynamics of the highest calibre and the best numbers in its segment. Equipped with a 400PS five-cylinder engine, the highperformance unit delivers rapid acceleration with a highly intoxicating sound.Visually, the RS 3 demonstrates its sporty DNA with a widened body, RS sports exhaust system, and cockpit displays like those found in race cars. “There are fewer more iconic engines in the world than Audi’s 2.5 TFSI five-cylinder,” commented Director of Audi UK Andrew Doyle. “Now more powerful than ever before, and with class-leading performance figures to back up its striking new design, the introduction of the RS 3 Sportback and Saloon reinforce Audi Sport’s commitment to setting the benchmark in every segment.” The base price for the RS 3 Sportback is set at £50,900, while the RS 3 Saloon is listed at £51,900.
Two’s company Striking looks, exceptional handling, classical rear-wheel drive and a Goodwood Festival of Speed world premiere, will leave potential customers of the new BMW 2 Series Coupé in no doubt that this is a car set to excite and inspire. The new edition of the two-door model incorporates the new BMW design language to highlight a fresh, youthful feel with meticulously engineered and perfectly balanced driving attributes. Reaffirming its sector-leading status, the BMW 2 Series Coupé boasts rear-wheel drive, a six-cylinder in-line engine option and new equipment features that combine to underscore its standout sporting characteristics. Topping the range will be the all-wheel-drive BMW M240i xDrive Coupé, while customers will also be able to choose from four-cylinder petrol and diesel versions in the standard M Sport specification. Prices start from £34,980. www.sheffieldvibe.com 123
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KEEP IT LOCAL Six great reasons why you should take your car to Cavendish Motor Company 1.
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JOHN BEE
Accident Repair Specialists
Quality repairs at affordable prices. No Job too large or too small.
We carry out minor repairs to full body rebuilds. Over 80 years experience in the Motor Repair Industry.
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GARDEN CENTRE
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Spring Repairs • Cushions • Plus much more or make your suite like new with a complete re-upholstery For more information and to arrange your free estimate call
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We are able to offer up to a 12 year manufacturers parts & labour warranty, when we install your brand new, high efficiency, condensing boiler.
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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.
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