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hristian Hawley was enjoying the relaxed vibe of Melbourne’s bar and restaurant scene when he had the ‘lightbulb moment’ that was to launch a new career selling classic and contemporary furniture, lighting and accessories online.

Having sold his IT company in 2000 and taken a gap year with his girlfriend (now wife) Debbie, he only knew for certain that he wanted a new career challenge that he could give his heart and soul to.

Sheffield-born Christian recalls: “I needed to find myself, I always wanted to go into business and do something... it was just a question of what. Those three months living in Melbourne were incredible. I loved the lifestyle and the look surrounding it and just thought, I’m going to sell these iconic designs.”

Today Christian is CEO of Nest.co.uk and that background in IT seems not so much a false start as a key factor in the development of a business model that saw Nest.co.uk becoming pioneers for the interiors industry online.

Christian started by visiting trade shows in Milan, Paris, Stockholm and New York, something he still does every year. “It sounds ever so glamorous but you are just in an exhibition hall trying to establish a place where you feel the world is at from an interiors perspective.”

Not everything fell into place immediately however. For four years Christian tried to sell his home furnishing dream via a conventional retail shop on Ecclesall Road. “When people came in they thought we were wonderful but there weren’t enough of them and it was probably too different at the time. But this only gave me further drive to succeed.

“When we started, selling online was very much in its infancy but by embracing new technology we could take 100 brands and 20,000 products to market. There is no way that any size of store could have contained all those things. But on your computer at the click of a button, someone anywhere in the world can buy.”

There is still a physical presence in Sheffield with a delightful store just off the Parkway with lots of samples. This year, Nest launched their home interior consultations. A service completely free for anyone within a 30-mile radius, where one of Nest’s 35-strong team will come along, get a feel for the home and the client’s wishes, and offer expert product advice.

That team includes MD Toni-Anne Dunleavy who started as a Saturday girl

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Design guru Christian Hawley

Debbie Hawley with sales team product specialist Ashlee Sanderson

Design destination SHEFFIELD-BASED NEST.CO.UK HAS ESTABLISHED ITSELF AS THE GO-TO PLACE FOR COOL AND CONTEMPORARY FURNITURE AND INTERIORS. AND IT’S ABOUT TO GET EVEN BETTER. ten years ago and proved to have fantastic empathy with the customers and staff. The perfect addition to help grow Nest to what it is today.

Expansion plans for 2019 include a radical overhaul of the website, a year in the planning and set to be launched very soon. With faster speeds, new filtering and the same breadth of variety and choice. Simplicity is the key – making the buying process as easy as possible and allowing the quality of the designs to shine.

Meanwhile Christian seems to have found the perfect platform for passing on his love of beautiful design to the public.

“Every year I search for the best designers around the globe, whether they work for manufacturers or themselves. It could be a well-known name or a student fresh out of university who has come up with a remarkable idea.

“The beauty of the design community is that it is always evolving. Someone somewhere, perhaps in Denmark or London, will be designing a new chair or light right now.”

Whether it’s a beautifully-made Italian sofa, a design classic like the Charles & Ray Vitra Eames Lounge Chair, the Flos Arco lamp designed by the Castiglioni brothers, or the current top-selling butterfly chair by Cuero Design, you can be sure that Nest.co.uk will only sell originals from licensed manufacturers.

Whether you click on the website now or pop in to the shop, make Nest.co.uk your design destination.

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CONTENTS

22 Home & Garden

Pantone’s colour of the year exudes warmth and comfort

46 A wedding for all seasons

Spring, summer, Autumn or winter...

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

56 Taste the difference

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

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60 Greatest days

The nominations for the 2019 Westside Restaurant & Bar Awards are now open

Venues, rings, dresses and more... make it a memorable – and stress-free – occasion with the help of these local experts

88 The Diary

64 Beauty

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

68 Travel

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

110 Quirky Corner

Hollie Leighton hits the rails in Switzerland

The Sheffield Parks walk is a great way to discover hidden city gems

78 Put yourself in the picture

112 Fashion

We are proud to announce that the nominations for the 2019 Westside Restaurant & Bar Awards are now open. And changes are afoot...

81 Eating Out

126 Motoring

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

BUSINESS SECTION: 100 News

A monthly round-up of news, achievements, celebrations and new faces

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

116 Competition

Win tickets to see Bryan Adams at FlyDSA Arena

We dine at Seven Seas, The Library, Tickled Trout, Cross Scythes and Prithi Raj

104 The £45million woman

Sally Preston was ‘living the dream’ selling her healthy snack business in a mega-money deal – but it almost became a nightmare. The local girl done good shares her inside story with Chris Wilson

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BLENHEIM’S PAUL BLACKBURN IS CHANGING THE WAY THE PROPERTY MARKET WORKS – TO BENEFIT BUYERS, SELLERS AND CLIENTS ALIKE.

hen you see a distinctive, beautiful home up for sale or being built in Sheffield, North Derbyshire or Yorkshire, there’s a very good chance that it will have the Blenheim signature attached.

There are two distinct companies – Blenheim Park Developments builds luxury homes across Sheffield, Yorkshire and Derbyshire while Blenheim Park Estates sells beautiful homes in the same areas.

Managing director Paul Blackburn is a man with a mission to completely recalibrate the property market, in a way that benefits buyers, sellers and clients who want the finest homes designed and built.

“We are different,” he says. “When it comes to attention to detail we’ll pull out all the stops to create your dream home. Customers who come across us for the first time just can’t comprehend the attention to detail and the lengths

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we will go in order to give them precisely what they want.”

If there is one key element that sets the Blenheim team apart from its contemporaries it is this. They listen.

When it comes to building a new home, it’s not just about following the latest trends or filling it with the latest gadgets; it’s about sitting back and listening, very carefully, to what the customer really wants.

This might mean a client approaches Blenheim and says they want a new home of a particular size in a certain area or postcode... say the Hope Valley in Derbyshire for example. Or there may be an existing home that requires partial or complete renovation.

Paul and his team will look at the options, search for the land and even help with the negotiations to acquire it.

Getting planning permission is one of Blenheim’s specialities, so when it comes to designing a home it’s all about

catering to client’s needs while also knowing what will and won’t get that all-important sign-off from the local authority.

One recent example involved a property being built in a conservation area where long-standing trees might have put the project at risk. By designing an eco-friendly, curving driveway so the trees were not just preserved but turned into a unique feature in a brand new home, planning delays were avoided.

Whether it is designing a new home from scratch or redeveloping an existing property, Paul will sit down with the clients and Blenheim’s in-house architects to design a bespoke home that truly reflects the purchaser’s lifestyle.

If you like cooking and want the kitchen to be the heart of the home, every single detail will be considered, from the distance between the workspace and the oven to the size of the dining area.

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Fancy a perfect country home with roses round the front door, a southfacing garden with traditional lawns and flower beds? Or something more modern with clean straight lines, hard surfaces and low maintenance? With Blenheim it’s all about project management, and clients can be involved as much or as little as they desire. They will project manage everything down to the last detail.

If you’d rather be hands on, or perhaps you have your own favourite interior designer or architect who can work alongside the Blenheim team, you’ll still have one point of contact for every aspect of the job from the roof to the drains to the landscaping. You will never find yourself ‘on hold’ and passed from one department to the next.

Paul adds: “No other company in Sheffield does what we do. When you go to a traditional building firm they will offer you ‘the product’. They have their

way of doing things, and that’s that.

“But Blenheim will offer you a home that is considered, and thought about, and designed to meet the individual’s needs. This is a level of service that makes a home exceptional and special.

It’s never about us, it is always about the clients.”

Blenheim Park Developments started in 2004 building developments to sell.

After a few years they diversified and started building beautiful bespoke homes for specific clients.

As for the estate agency side of the business, that started with a single client, for whom Blenheim were building a property, voicing dissatisfaction at the service being offered by existing estate agents as he tried to sell his home.

And so Blenheim Park Estates, specialising in selling beautiful homes and offering the bespoke service that distinctive properties of a certain calibre demand, came into being. All viewings

are accompanied by a designated team member who really takes the time to know the property inside and out, leaving the seller to go out and get on with their day. Then, once an acceptable offer is reached, Blenheim can handle every stage of the sale, with recommended solicitors and removal firms, to cater for every eventuality. Moving house is always a stressful business, so why not steer clear of all that aggravation and let Blenheim handle it?

It’s not all millionaire mansions either.

If you’re selling a smaller niche home with some unique features, from a city centre apartment to a smart townhouse to a barn conversion, Blenheim will help put you in touch with the right potential buyers.

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Celebrate in style with this set of 24 long stylish cake candles with a coral marble design. £6.99 from www.candleandcake.co.uk

PANTONE’S COLOUR OF THE YEAR EXUDES WARMTH AND COMFORT. BY RHIANA HUGHES.

or 20 years, Pantone’s Colour of the Year has been influencing trends in product development in numerous industries from fashion and home furnishings to product packaging and industrial design.

In 2019, the colour you’ll be seeing everywhere is Living Coral. A vibrant yet mellow tone, living coral exudes warmth and comfort, while leaving room for expression.

We’ve put together a selection of products to get your home bang on trend in no time.

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The enamelled coral platter from L’Atelier Natalia Willmott features a subtle geometric design and would make a great addition to any table setting. £28 from www.nataliawillmott.co.uk

The Malvern is a modern take on classical styles of the past. With a low fluted back, small curved arms and a fixed seat cushion with foam that is comfortable and chic. £1,606 from www.darlingsof chelsea.co.uk

Want to incorporate the colour of the year into your home but don’t want to spend a fortune on new furniture? Add some colour to your walls with colourcourage’s matt emulsion in Salt Red. £20 (2.5l) from www.diy.com

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PUNCHed is a clean-lined furniture range offering a fresh minimalist accent to a living space. This coffee table is custom made and versatile, can be used indoors or outdoors, for extra seating or table-top dancing. £525 from www.anthologyfive.com

Use as a flower vase, for water, or just to display on its own. The distinctive soft curves of Russel Wright’s designs have been subtly updated with beautiful new colour tones of chartreuse, sea foam and coral, which look great when put together. £75 from www.eclectdesign.com

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The embroidered velvet palm tree cushion is the perfect combo of understated soft coloured velvet with a dash of glitz in the embroidered gold palm tree. £46 from www.audenza.com

This luxurious Bronte by Moon Merino lambswool coral parquet throw blanket is perfect for adding comfort and style to your home. £56.95 from www.hurnandhurn.com

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

The beauty of this bed lies in its simplicity.

Handmade by Paul and Andy in Long Eaton, the piping detail requires hours to get just right and the solid oak legs have a lovely weathered finish. £845 from www.loaf.com

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

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

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

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

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1. Choose wisely

1. Flower power

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

5. Make time for touch-ups

3. Try a theme

If you secure a good makeup artist, your makeup should last all day. When it’s hot out, however, there’s bound to be a few touch ups required. If budget isn’t an issue, keep your makeup artist on site all day for frequent fixes so you’re always looking picture perfect. To save a few pennies, invest in some quality blotting paper and setting powder.

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

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

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

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

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

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Of course, the mother of the bride is not to be forgotten, we often find that weddings are when the mature lady starts to consider aesthetic skin care solutions for the first time, so allowing plenty of time to plan and deliver the treatments is paramount.

Caroline Hill Aesthetic Skin Clinic offers a discreet, professional service, specialising in non-surgical aesthetic treatments. We deliver long-term relationships, from early intervention of the ageing process, we use our skill & experience to build bespoke treatment plans which we adapt as you age. Trust is at the heart of what we do.

Our clinic director Caroline is a Registered Nurse Prescriber with over 14 years’ experience in aesthetics, and is one of the few nurses to have

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OUR CONSULTATIONS Our consultations are unique, our ethos is to assess your concerns & inform you of suitable treatment options in a relaxed, unrushed environment, giving you confidence that you have made the right choice.

Caroline will perform a full face & skin assessment, taking into account age, budget & expectations, ensuring your treatment plan is bespoke & appropriate. Our consultations are by appointment only; they are free of charge & without any obligation.

YOUR PRIVACY At Caroline Hill Aesthetic Skin Clinic, we acknowledge that your privacy is paramount when considering treatment. Our clinic is designed to protect your anonymity, and you are always seated in privacy.

Clients are put at ease by our friendly & professional support team, Keren and Barbara.

OUR TREATMENTS We offer a wide range of specialist, non-surgical medical treatments to address a range of skin concerns. We only offer treatments that will protect, maintain & restore your skin health. All of our treatments are proven to be safe & effective by robust clinical trials.

Our treatments include: • Wrinkle Smoothing Injections • Dermal Fillers • Microneedling (for skin rejuvenation) • Microsclerotherapy (for leg thread veins) • Milia Extraction • Prescriptive Skin Care • The Perfect Peel • Fire & Ice Resurfacing Peel • Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) • Viora Reaction Radio Frequency Skin Tightening We also offer a range of complementary products for purchase.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Late night snacks aren’t new to

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A profiterole tower can make a tasty alternative to a traditional cake

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Leopold Hotel Discover a ‘hotel like no other’ within the Small Luxury Hotels of the World family right here in Sheffield.

From intimate niche gatherings to decadent, detail rich events, the Leopold Hotel Sheffield will undoubtedly deliver the day that dreams are made of.

Reach out to their dedicated team and allow them to create something that reflects who you are and how you wish your day to linger in the memories of loved ones. #LoveLeopold 2 Leopold Street, Sheffield, S1 2GZ Tel: 0114 252 4000 www.leopoldhotel.co.uk

Dotique Dotique is excited to announce the launch of its new ‘Mother of the Bride’ section.

Located on the second floor of the popular womenswear boutique on Chatsworth Road, this dedicated space allows you to browse and try on at your leisure in a welcoming environment.

Stunning new brands, exclusive to Chesterfield, include: Gabriela Sanchez, Zeila, Daisy May, Camelot, Javier Simorra, Cassandra, Kate Cooper, Veromia and Personal Choice.

Co-ordinating hats, fascinators, shoes and bags are also available to compliment your look.

Appointments are advisable and available outside normal opening hours (Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-5pm).

A private car park is located to the rear of the store.

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Greatest days VENUES, RINGS, DRESSES AND MORE...

MAKE IT A MEMORABLE – AND STRESSFREE – OCCASION WITH THE HELP OF THESE LOCAL EXPERTS.

The Peacock at Cutthorpe The Peacock at Cutthorpe combines the friendly atmosphere of a traditional country pub with all the sophistication of refined dining.

The venue is situated on the edge of the Peak District National Park near the stunning Linacre Reservoir.

If you’re looking for an intimate wedding venue that has a cosy yet stylish feel then The Peacock is your perfect choice. There is a private function room that can accommodate up to 36 people for your wedding breakfast. The pub also has a private dining room, which accommodates ten, ideal for a small, cosy wedding.

There’s also a large field suitable for a marquee hire.

There’s a lot of choice when it comes to choosing your food, or the The Peacock can compose your own bespoke menu. They’ve also got an extensive list of fine wines available for your special day.

Please contact Charlotte to arrange your special day.

School Hill, Main Road, Cutthorpe, Chesterfield, S42 7AS Tel: 01246 563669 / www.thepeacockcutthorpe.co.uk

Peak Edge Hotel If you’re looking for an outstanding wedding venue, The Peak Edge Hotel has everything you and your guests require for an unforgettable wedding day; full of charm and character with a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

The Peak Edge Hotel is beautifully located within just ten minutes of the M1 between the market towns of Chesterfield and Matlock.

The open countryside and panoramic views make it the perfect backdrop for all your wedding photographs and memories, and with an experienced team of wedding coordinators on hand to look after you, your exclusive wedding at Peak Edge will receive the team’s undivided attention.

Visit their Wedding Fayre on Sunday 17 March, 11am-4pm and the Wedding Showcase Evening on Tuesday 2 April, 5pm-9pm.

Darley Road, Stonedge, Chesterfield, S45 0LW / Tel: 01246 556142 / www.peakedgehotel.co.uk

Celebrating 45 years of trading

Makers of unique quality jewellery, specialising in wedding, engagement rings also restoration & repairs

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

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Bring a little Mediterranean sunshine to your Big Day… Now it’s time to plan your wedding, would you like something a little different? he Greedy Greek Deli can provide a Mediterranean style wedding reception with delicious home made Greek food.

Did you know as well as the great fresh food available at the deli on Sharrow Vale Road, The Greedy GReek also has an outside catering and events business too? Based at our 5* rated production kitchen close to the M1.

We can cater for any size wedding party at your chosen venu , hot or cold food with full waitress service if required.

We now have our 5* rated Mobile Vans ideal for an evening party.

The Greedy Greek Deli, great for any occasion. Just call / text Helen on 07927 673990 email greekdelidirect@gmail.com or visit our website www.greekdelidirect.co.uk and download some sample menus.

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Look no further than Peak Edge Hotel for the perfect wedding venue, combining the classic natural beauty of the Peak District with the sleek elegance of modern boutique style

CONTACT OUR SPECIALIST WEDDING TEAM TODAY 01246 566142 weddings@peakedgehotel.co.uk www.peakedgehotel.co.uk

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

If you are looking to plan your Special Day, visit our Wedding Fayre to get inspired by our Venue & Wedding suppliers.

Wedding Fayre Dates: Sunday 3rd February 2019 - 11am - 2pm Sunday 29th September 2019 - 11am - 2pm

Wedding Open Evenings: Thursday 7th March 2019 - 4pm-8pm Thursday 18th July 2019 - 4pm-8pm

Wedding Open Day: Sunday 13th October 2019 11am- 3pm If you would like to receive our Wedding Brochure or arrange for an appointment please get in touch with our Wedding Co-ordinator.

E- weddings@holidayinnsheffieldco.uk Tel: 0114 252 6517

31st March 2019 ÂŁ19.95 per adult and ÂŁ9.95 per child for a 3 course Carvery lunch Price to incude a gift for mum

Holiday Inn Royal Victoria Sheffield Victoria Station Road, Sheffield S4 7YE E: stay@holidayinnsheffieldco.uk Tel: 0114 276 8822 www.holidayinnsheffield.co.uk

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New Look 12 Shade Eyeshadow Palette £7.99. www.newlook.com Go bold and layer a simple coral look, or use some of the complementary shades in the palette to create a coral inspired smoky eye.

Oliver Bonas Velvet Stars Large Pink Makeup Bag £7.50. www.oliverbonas.com Store your brushes in style with this make up bag from Oliver Bonas.

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

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

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

Dr PAWPAW Tinted Peach Pink Balm £6.95.

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

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

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

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

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

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Staveley Hall

Casa Hotel

Celebrating Curves

Begin your story at Staveley Hall, a grade II listed building in Staveley at the gateway to Derbyshire, Chesterfield and the Peak District.

No wedding is too big or too small, with suites to suit any party size and the option to celebrate under a marquee or tepee. They will work with you to ensure your day is a success from start to finish, from helping you choose your menu and drinks right down to your chair covers and table decorations.

Staveley Hall offer exclusive hire of the venue, so no other wedding will take place on the same date, and you’ll have exclusive use of the bridal changing room.

Prices and room hire are based around you and your budget.

The multi award-winning Casa Hotel in Derbyshire is the perfect place to host your wedding or civil ceremony.

With a selection of licensed suites to cater for an intimate or larger event, you can relax and let them make your dream wedding become a wonderful reality.

Whether it’s the impressive Barcelona suite with private terrace for arrival drinks, or the more intimate Valencia suite and private garden, you can take your vows in stylish and contemporary surroundings. our private wedding coordinator will be on hand throughout the whole process to advise you on the budgets, timings and structure of your day, along with all the little things that will make your wedding day perfect.

Visit their Wedding Fayre on Sunday 24 March, 11am-3pm.

Celebrating Curves is an award-winning bridal studio in Sheffield specialising in wedding dresses for women who want to truly celebrate their curves on their special day.

They’ve chosen the most amazing collection of plus size wedding dresses that have been specifically designed to flatter and celebrate brides with gorgeous curves, with sample dresses in sizes 14-32. They work with fabulous designers, such as Art Couture and Christina Wu, Love from Eternity Bridal, Allure Bridal and Victoria Kay, who believe, just as they do, that curves are there to be celebrated.

Get in touch to book an appointment now.

Staveley Hall Drive, Staveley, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S43 3TN / Tel: 01246 385200 www.staveleyhall.co.uk

Lockoford Lane, Chesterfield, S41 7JB Tel: 01246 245999 / www.casahotels.co.uk

Unit K, Staniforth Works, Main Street, Hackenthorpe, Sheffield, S12 4LB Tel: 0114 248 0165 / www.celebratingcurves.co.uk

Aston Hall Dating back to 1772 and set in 55 acres of land, the BESTWESTERN PLUS Aston Hall Hotel is a stunning venue that can meet all your needs.

It has long been a beloved venue for couples tying the knot and the beautiful marquee makes Aston Hall stand out as one of the region’s premier wedding locations. The Virage Suite can accommodate weddings all year round and is selfcontained with its own bar, kitchen and toilets.

With so much space, Aston Hall can comfortably accommodate two weddings a day – one in the Virage suite and one in the main building – each completely separate with their own facilities and gardens, including a lovely pagoda which was recently installed in the gardens for outdoor weddings.

Worksop Road,Aston, near Sheffield, S26 2EE / Tel: 0114 287 2309 / www.astonhallhotel.co.uk

Michael Spencer Jewellers Stand out from the crowd with a unique wedding ring from Michael Spencer Jewellers. A family business with over 45 years of experience, they are one of the most established jewellery businesses in the area.

Michael Spencer are proud to offer a personal and professional service, priding themselves on their attention to detail. As well as ensuring that you are 100 per cent happy with the design of your wedding ring, they make sure it’s the perfect partner for your engagement ring. After all, they understand it’s one of the most important purchases you’ll ever make.

Michael Spencer are pleased to offer a complimentary clean, check and re-rhodium plating service for all engagement rings with every wedding ring purchase.

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Weddings at Whirlowbrook Hall For the Third Year Running Winner* of Top Rated Venue in Yorkshire and The Humber and for the Sixth Year Running Winner of Top Rated Venue in South Yorkshire. *as voted for by

Whirlowbrook Hall is renowned as one of the region’s best wedding venues; just one look will tell you why.

Wedding Fayre - Free entry!

Sunday 24th February 2019 from 11.00am - 4.00pm Complimentary Wine Tasting

• Set in 39 acres of landscaped Parkland • Breathtaking exterior • Fully refurbished beautiful interior • Guaranteed exclusivity • Complimentary parking • Ready room • Oak panelled ceremony room Whirlowbrook Park, Ecclesall Road South, Sheffield S11 9QD Telephone 0114 3210209 • www.whirlowbrook.co.uk enquiries@whirlowbrook.co.uk @whirlowbrook

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Swiss adventure HOLLIE LEIGHTON, FROM SPA TRAVEL, HITS THE RAILS IN SWITZERLAND.

The Bernina Express train Image courtesy Alessandro Lucca / 123RF.com

have just returned from an adventure in the Alps seeing some of the spectacular scenery and sights of Switzerland. I was lucky enough to be hosted by one of our preferred tour operator partners, Classic Collection Holidays, on a three-night break, spending one night in famous Zermatt and two nights in the beautiful area of St Moritz.

To get to our first stop of Zermatt and its famous Matterhorn mountain we flew into Zurich airport with Swiss Airlines direct from Manchester. There is a train station at Zurich Airport so connections and travel from the airport are easy, frequent and most of the time run like clockwork!

Three hours and 30 minutes from Zurich airport via train and you arrive into beautiful Zermatt. It is a car free village so transport consists of electric buses, bikes and horse-drawn carriages. It is a perfect location to walk/hike with its famous peaks and the mountain train and cable cars give amazing views of the Matterhorn and surrounding areas. The

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old town is very pretty and full of flowers in front of the high street shops, designer boutiques and cafes.

In Zermatt centre is the Gornergrat station where we joined the train up the mountains to the famous Gornergrat viewing area, which is at an altitude of over 3,000 metres. It is a 360-degree panoramic viewing area where you can enjoy sites of the Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau mountains as well as over 200 other peaks. On a clear day you may be able to see the Mont Blanc Massif in France or the German Black Forest. We were lucky with sunshine (if not very cold with ice and snow thickly layered on the grounds) and spent an hour admiring the beautiful scenery.

Once back down in Zermatt we had a short walk across the road to the main station and moved onto Brig where we then boarded the famous Glacier Express train for the remaining seven hours of our journey to St Moritz. The Glacier Express train is the slowest express train in the world and travels through some of the most scenic parts of the country. You

have panoramic windows where you can enjoy the views and the steady journey up and down the mountains. You can have the option of dinner on board the train, which we did. If you are a fan of trains, spectacular views (or both!) then this is definitely for you.

Arriving late evening into St Moritz we then moved onto our hotel for the remaining two nights. Set in the Albua Alps Region and at 1,800 metres, St Moritz and the surrounding villages have been the centre of Swiss Alps tourism for years attracting royal families and celebrities. The resort is full of designer boutiques and excellent restaurants. The area is renowned for its winter sports but in the summer also offers great summer activities like hiking, cycling and also windsurfing/water sports on the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s famous lakes.

We did a full day excursion from St Moritz, taking the train first of all to the Bernina Diavolezza base station where you then join the Diavolezza cable car and travel to 3,000 metres to the Diavolezza peak viewing platform. Here

you are rewarded with the magnificent views of the surrounding mountains and glaciers. Then once back down to base station we moved onto another train which took us over the Swiss border to the beautiful town of Tirano in Italy. Due to time restrictions we had a whistlestop 45-minute stay in Tirano but were treated to a gorgeous authentic Italian lunch at the Al Portici restaurant – a definite recommendation from me if you ever find yourself in Tirano.

Leaving Tirano we joined the sister train of the Glacier Express – the Bernina Express Train – to take us from Tirano back to St Moritz. A beautiful 2 hour 30 minute journey was full of breath-taking views past waterfalls, ravines, mountain streams and over bridges and viaducts through the Engadin Valley. I must say out of all the train journeys we did the scenery on the Bernina Express journey topped them all – it really was just so pretty, you couldn’t put your camera down in case you missed the next beautiful sight!

After one last night back in St Moritz it was time to come home. A seamless service yet again on the Swiss trains and

Hollie hits the heights

St. Moritz Image courtesy takepicsforfun / 123RF.com

an easy two-hour flight from Zurich back to Manchester completed my Swiss adventure.

Having never been to Switzerland or its surrounding areas before I can see why it is so popular year round with summer walkers/hikers/scenery lovers and also through the winter for adventurers and skiers alike. It is a year round destination that has something for everyone – but if you are a lover of trains and beautiful scenery then this is definitely the place for you! I can’t wait to get my walking shoes back on and get

there in the summer myself.

Top tip – the fly luggage service used throughout the country is excellent and If you are going on excursions or a long journey for a day your big suitcase can be transported from one hotel to another for you so you don’t have to worry about moving that on and off a train – it can all be done for you.

If you wish to talk further about a trip then please feel free to contact me on 01937 845678 or email me at hollie@spa-travel.com and I will be more than happy to assist.

An aerial view of the Zermatt Valley and Matterhorn Peak at dawn

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COLANTE JEWELLERY

Comfortable rooms, fine food, real ales and a warm welcome

Now taking bookings for Valentine’s and Mother’s Day

All rings available in platinum, gold or palladium

Fine dining in a relaxed pub setting With an emphasis on the use of local, seasonal produce and recommendations in the Michelin, Good Food, AA and Harden’s restaurant guides our award winning food is sure to delight.

We’re open for dinner Wednesday through Saturday, with an early bird option, and for Sunday lunch. And now we also open at lunchtime Wednesday through Saturday serving bar snacks and light meals.

Whatever your choice, I can promise you won’t be disappointed.

See all our menus on our website, reserve a table online or just call us.

Stockists of:

26 High Street, Dronfield, S18 1PY

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The Samuel Fox Country Inn, Bradwell, Hope Valley, S33 9JT Tel: 01433 621562 www.samuelfox.co.uk Email: enquiries@samuelfox.co.uk

CONDICI • ISPIRATO • MARIE MÉRO ANN BALAN • FRANK LYMAN • OLVI’S LACE DRESSES BARKER & PATTISH SOFT DRESSES & JACKETS LEBEK (CASUAL) JACKETS, TROUSERS & TOPS

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Want to get married at Derbyshireâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premier wedding venue?

Then do not miss these amazing wedding events at The Sitwell Arms Hotel

Sunday 3rd March 2019 WEDDING OPEN DAY Free entry 11am-3pm

Thursday 20th June 2019 WEDDING OPEN EVENING Free entry 6pm-9pm

View our elegantly dressed hotel and beautiful gardens, we have six acres of secluded grounds and three stunning function rooms where you can choose to say your vows. See how our expert wedding team and wedding service providers will create your perfect day.

You have to see it to believe it, find out why we are Derbyshireâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premier wedding venue and why we are best placed to deliver YOUR dream wedding.

No need to wait for a wedding fair, call one of our Wedding Co-ordinators today!

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Brides of Bakewell At Brides of Bakewell, you are assured a warm welcome. They offer a truly personal service and allow two hours for a first appointment.

Brides of Bakewell stock wedding dresses from internationally renowned designers Stella York & Mori Lee, with prices ranging from £850 to £1,795.

You’ll also find Dessy bridesmaids dresses, the beautiful Charlotte Mills wedding shoes, accessories by Richard Designs and feather wraps by Joan Lee. “This is the best bridal shop around.

The ladies there are super lovely, so welcoming and helpful and nothing is too much trouble!”

Holiday Inn Royal Victoria

East Lodge

Saying “I DO” since 1862.

Your special day deserves very special surroundings, and the period Victorian elegance of the Holiday Inn Royal Victoria Hotel provides a stunning backdrop for unforgettable wedding celebrations.

Why not come and meet the team and view the stunning venue on Sunday 3 February, from 11am until 2pm at the Wedding Fayre?

Wedding packages start from £51 per person for the full wedding day celebrations, and Holiday Inn have a fantastic 2019 offer at £1,999 for 40 day and 70 evening guests.

East Lodge is set in acres of beautiful landscaped gardens. It is their mission to provide you with the wedding day experience that you’ve always dreamed of.

Exclusive means exclusive. They guarantee that your family and friends will be the only guests present – a proper ‘house party’.

They have vast experience of organising weddings and special occasions and take care of all the details so you can just relax and enjoy everything about your special day.

East Lodge is a blank canvas for you to create your dream wedding. Call to arrange a visit and to tell them all about your ideas for a perfect celebration.

Peppercorn House, King Street, Bakewell, DE45 1FD / Tel: 07493 984198 Email: ali@bridesofbakewell.com www.bridesofbakewell.com

Victoria Station Road, Sheffield, S4 7YE Tel: 0114 252 6522 Email: weddings@holidayinnsheffield.co.uk www.holidayinnsheffield.co.uk

Sheffield Vision Centre

Mosborough Hall

It’ll be one of the most important days of your life, so why risk blurry memories?

Visiting Sheffield Vision Centre can not only make you see clearly on your big day, but make sure that you never miss out on any of life’s big moments.

Sheffield Vision Centre’s small support team of optometrists, nurses and optical care advisors are all salaried NHS employees; they have no sales targets and do not receive sales commission.

The team offer a friendly, no pressure service, in a relaxed yet professional environment.

So if you’ve been considering refractive surgery, what better reason to finally take the plunge than the thought of being able to see your other half at the altar?

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Rowsley, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 2EF Tel: 01629 734474 / www.eastlodge.com

Mosborough Hall Hotel can help make your wedding the most memorable day of your life, with their all-inclusive package or a totally bespoke wedding to suit your individual needs.

Steeped in history and romance, the hall conveys a sophisticated ambience, which blends traditional with contemporary.

Offering exclusivity with being their only wedding, they are licensed for civil ceremonies, renewal of vows and civil partnerships, no stone is left unturned in their quest to ensure your wedding day is perfect.

An exclusive wedding policy ensures yours is the only wedding of the day.

High Street, Mosborough, Sheffield, S20 5EA / Tel: 0114 248 4353 / www.mosboroughhall.co.uk

She Fashion Situated in the historic market town of Chesterfield, She Fashion has been established for over 30 years, and has a reputation for excellent quality and friendly, professional service.

She Fashion offers a wide range of styles for all occasions, specialising in mother of the bride or groom outfits, and speciality occasion outfits.

With a wide range of dresses, jackets and fascinators in countless different colours, you’re sure to find something you love at She Fashion.

56 Knifesmithgate, Chesterfield, S40 1RQ Tel: 01246 275275 / www.shefashions.co.uk

WELCOME TO THE NEWLY REFURBISHED PEACOCK INN

THE PEACOCK CUTTHORPE, DERBYSHIRE

PROUDLY INDEPENDENT AND CATERING FOR ALL TASTES AND OCCASIONS

VALENTINE’S DAY BOOKINGS NOW BEING TAKEN

SERVING MODERN, FRESHLY COOKED BRITISH FOOD GLUTEN/WHEAT FREE MENU AVAILABLE. Food served Monday to Saturday 12 noon - 9pm.

Sundays for a classic Sunday lunch 12 noon - 5pm.

WEEKLY CHANGING À LA CARTE SPECIALS MENU WINTER WARMERS SET LUNCH MENU Served 12 - 6pm Mon - Fri. 2 COURSE £14, 3 COURSE £16 MONDAY NIGHT – STEAK NIGHT REAL ALES, CONTINENTAL LAGERS, FINE WINES AND A QUALITY SELECTION OF FINE GINS. FUNCTION ROOM AND PRIVATE DINING AVAILABLE We have a LARGE BEER GARDEN and a FENCED CHILDREN’S PLAY AREA to keep the kids amused after they have eaten from our freshly prepared children’s menu.

DOG FRIENDLY.

Celebrate your wedding or special event in our beautiful private room, we offer a bespoke service to suit your needs and can cater for up to 40 for a sit down meal.

THE PEACOCK, SCHOOL HILL, CUTTHORPE, CHESTERFIELD S42 7AS T 01246 563669 WWW.THEPEACOCKCUTTHORPE.NET

Staveley Hall Events 2019 Tribute Acts!

25th January Robbie Williams Tribute

11th April Rod Stewart Tribute

Tickets £10 per person with supper included

Tickets £10 per person with supper included

14th February The Dreamettes Soul & Motown Night

9th May Gary Barlow Tribute

Tickets £15 per person with supper included

Tickets £10 per person with supper included

7th March George Michael Tribute

4th July & 12th December Michael Bublé Tribute

Tickets £10 per person with supper included

Tickets £10 per person with supper included

1940s & Wartime Weekend

5th & 6th May 1pm–8pm Sun, 11am–5pm Mon

1940s Themed Dress, Stalls & Memorabilia JOIN US TO COMMEMORATE OUR ARMED FORCES

Staveley Hall, Hall Drive, Staveley, Chesterfield S43 3TN Call in or ring to book: 01246 385200 www.stavelyhall.co.uk Like us on Facebook!

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UKBullion

Dealers in quality watches & diamonds

339-341 Ecclesall Rd, Sheffield S11 8PF Tel: 0114 2664040

Confetti New Image A warm welcome is guaranteed when you visit New Image.

For over 30 years, they have been dressing ladies for important events, including one of the most important events in a mum’s calendar – the wedding of their daughter or son.

New Image specialise in mother of the bride and groom special occasionwear. Collections have been personally selected from prestigious designers and New Image are excited at the arrival of these stunning outfits. The 2019 portfolio will include Condici, John Charles, Veni Infantino, Gina Bacconi, and Michaela Louisa, plus many others.

Appointments are advisable for Saturday as they enjoy offering a one-to-one service. Two in-house seamstresses are also on hand to ensure the perfect fit. Off-street parking is available at the rear of the store in the Park Hotel.

277 Middlewood Road, Hillsborough, S6 4HD / Tel: 0114 234 4880 / www.new-image.co.uk

Sitwell Arms

UK Bullion

Set in six acres of beautiful grounds, The Sitwell Arms has gained its excellent reputation by providing quality standards at affordable prices.

They have some amazing all year round wedding packages that will suit all budgets and tastes, from afternoon tea, an outdoor summer party, winter weddings and their bespoke, gold, silver or bronze packages.

All packages offer excellent value for money, with the very best personal service from the hotel’s experienced team of wedding planners.

Contact them now to find out how they could make your big day dreams come true.

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.

UK Bullion trade internationally and are members of the IWJG international watch and jewellery guild, based in America and the WTA watch floor trader association, Germany.

39 Station Road, Renishaw, Derbyshire, S21 3WF / Tel: 01246 435226 Email: info@sitwellarms.com www.sitwellarms.com

339-341 Ecclesall Road, S11 8PF Tel: 0114 266 4040 www.ukbullionltd.co.uk

Colante Jewellery Your wedding rings are the symbol of your marriage and a daily reminder of the happiest day of your life.

At Colante Jewellery, you can find the perfect rings for your big day.

Colante Jewellery offer high quality rings and great personal service. They do a made to order service if someone requires a different size or weight and can shape a wedding ring around an engagement ring, allowing you to wear them together.

26 High Street, Dronfield, S18 1PY / Tel: 01246 419777

Caroline Hill Aesthetic Skin Clinic If your wedding day is coming up this year, Caroline Hill Aesthetic Skin Clinic recommend coming for a free consultation at least six months before your big day. This ensures there’s enough time to address and treat any skin concerns such as pigmentation and acne. Carefully planned treatments with injectable aesthetic products can soften lines and beautify your natural features.

Of course, the mother of the bride is not to be forgotten; Caroline Hill often find that weddings are when the mature lady starts to consider aesthetic skincare solutions for the first time, so allowing plenty of time to plan and deliver the treatment is paramount.

119 Ecclesall Road South, Sheffield, S11 9PJ Tel: 0114 235 1193 / www.carolinehill.co.uk

Whirlowbrook Hall Whirlowbrook Hall, located on the Derbyshire and Yorkshire border, is a stunning wedding venue.

Situated within 39 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, the grounds provide a stunning backdrop for your special day and a variety of picturesque spots for those allimportant wedding photos.

With a strict exclusive booking policy, you can rest assured that you and your guests will have the entire venue to yourselves for your big day, making it truly memorable and ensuring you will have the undivided attention of our dedicated wedding team.

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THE OLD RECTORY UNIQUE OCCASIONS Large Dance Floor Licensed Bar Beautiful Surroundings Excellent Catering Packages Now Available For Civil Weddings and Partnership Ceremonies Sunday 10th February

WEDDING SHOWCASE OPEN DAY

11am to 4pm FREE ENTRY

Saturday 16th March

comedy club evening 3 Great Comedians and a Compare

7pm to 10pm Tickets £8

Saturday 30th March

car boot and table top sale

8am to 11.30am £6 a pitch

Sunday 31st March

mother’s day lunches

Adults £20 Children £10

20% OFF ROOM HIRE

THE OLD RECTORY UNIQUE OCCASIONS

on any Friday or Sunday wedding in 2019 if you present this voucher at the time of booking.

Only one voucher per wedding, discount applies to room hire only, and is for new bookings only where this voucher is handed over before the £200 booking bond is paid. Voucher must be presented before 30th March 2019 to be valid. No photocopies only original vouchers are valid.

Tickets for all the events are on sale now from www.orh.org.uk or tel 0114 2692537 Tel: 0114 2692537 | Email: tim@orh.org.uk | Web: www.orh.org.uk The Old Rectory | 402b Handsworth Road | Handsworth | Sheffield | S13 9BZ

Confetti Greedy Greek The Greedy Greek Deli has been a part of Sharrow Vale Road for 15 years and has continued to grow into more than just a deli.

Today’s business consists of a small production kitchen near Chesterfield where, their Greek chefs make delicious and mouth-watering food, for not only the deli but for weddings and all of their other outside catering events.

The deli is always very busy, keeping Dennis and the team on their toes with yummy wraps and Greek meals. The deli is an ideal place to dine Mediterranean style and always offers a welcoming atmosphere.

Working with Just-Eat, Hungry House and now their own app, they provide an extensive delivery service in Sheffield. They also have Deli Direct which they use to cater for parties, weddings, business lunches, meetings, as well as outside events.

418-420 Sharrow Vale Road, Sheffield, S11 8ZP / Tel: 0114 266 7719

McAvoy & Beardsmore

Silversmiths

An independent jewellery retailer and workshop, McAvoy & Beardsmore was established in 1983 and continues to provide expert and friendly advice, fitting and service.

They stock a wide range of jewellery in 9ct and 18ct yellow and white gold, traditional and modern designs, both plain and gem set. They can design and make bespoke pieces at their on-site workshop too.

So whether you’re looking to engrave the perfect ring or start from scratch, the team at McAvoy & Beardsmore will be on hand to help.

Silversmiths like to keep weddings simple, relaxed and intimate. They host wedding breakfasts for small parties up to 70 and provide buffets and evening receptions for up to 110 guests. You choose the menu with an award-winning kitchen team, you choose the drinks you’d like, you choose the décor you want and Silversmiths stick to your budget.

They create the perfect scene for your big day, with the warmest of Yorkshire atmospheres and the finest of Yorkshire foods; taking genuine care of you and your guests – allowing you the time to relax and celebrate with your closest friends and family on this all important day.

210 Oakbrook Road, Sheffield, S11 7ED Tel: 0114 230 7078 www.mcavoy-and-beardsmore.co.uk

111 Arundel Street, Sheffield, S1 2NT Tel: 0114 270 6160 www.silversmiths-restaurant.com

Blanc Occasions Blanc Occasions offers an extensive range of mother of the bride/groom outfits, from size 8 to 30.

Their beautiful collection includes premier occasional wear brands such as Veni Infantino for Ronald Joyce, Luis Civit, Marfil, Couture Club, Carla Ruiz and Lizabella.

They stock a stunning range of hats and fascinators for hire or to buy from Snoxell Gwyther British Millinery and Hosti Hat, and leather shoes and handbags by Elegante.

Shoes and handbags can also be dyed by Rainbow Club to match any outfit, and they’ve got an excellent in house seamstress to ensure a perfect fit every time.

Open six days a week, appointments are preferred but not always necessary.

177 Chatsworth Road, Chesterfield, S40 2BA / Tel: 01246 767220 / www.blancouture.co.uk

Losehill House Hotel Introducing the finest wedding venue in the Peak District: Losehill House Hotel, a spectacular location for a civil ceremony or wedding reception. With exclusive use just for you, this luxury hotel truly is a fantastic choice of venue.

Picture your special day – a champagne reception on the lawn to welcome your guests, a civil ceremony in the orangery, followed by a wedding breakfast specially designed just for you and your guests.

Welcome your friends in the evening for a fantastic house party in the lounge bar and orangery with up to 120 dancing the night away.

Losehill Lane, Edale Road, Hope Valley, Derbyshire, S33 6AF. Tel: 01433 621219 www.losehillhouse.co.uk

Izaak Walton The Izaak Walton Hotel is well equipped for weddings of all sizes, with a selection of licensed rooms for Civil Wedding Ceremonies overlooking the spectacular Dovedale Valley. For a truly breath taking setting, why not have your ceremony in their fully licensed outdoor pavilion?

Their reception rooms can cater for up to120 guests. For larger weddings, an outdoor marquee or tipi with capacity for up to 200 guests is also available. They have wedding packages and extensive menus to suit all needs.

Why not have all 38 rooms and the hotel and grounds to yourself with a choice of licensed ceremony areas?

Contact them to find out more.

Dovedale, Ilam, near Ashbourne, DE6 2AY Tel: 01335 350981 www.izaakwaltonhotel.com www.sheffieldvibe.com 77

RESTAURANT AWARDS

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Triple winners...

Brocco on the Park

WE ARE PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THAT THE NOMINATIONS FOR THE 2019 WESTSIDE RESTAURANT & BAR AWARDS ARE NOW OPEN. AND CHANGES ARE AFOOT... he search is on for the finest dining and drinking establishments across Sheffield and North Derbyshire, as we launch the 2019 Westside Restaurant and Bar Awards.

This year’s event looks like being bigger and better than ever as Sheffield’s premier dining awards event moves into an exciting era with the announcement of a brand new venue – the Holiday Inn Royal Victoria in Sheffield.

We are delighted that the 2019 event – on the evening of Monday 10 June – will take place at one of Sheffield’s oldest and most instantly-recognisable dining venues. The original Royal Victoria Hotel first opened for business in 1862 and has remained at the heart of Sheffield’s commercial and social life ever since, hosting countless business functions, weddings and private celebrations.

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Last year’s big winners were Brocco on the Park with an unprecedented hat-trick of prizes – Best Hotel Restaurant, Young Chef of the Year and Restaurant of the Year.

We also launched a new category in 2018 – Best Bar – to reflect the growing

“The search is on to find the venues that have truly excelled in the art of delivering delicious food and beverages in a superlative setting over the last 12 months.”

importance of Sheffield’s independent pub, bar and wine bar scene.

Recent years have also seen the rapid improvement in standards in gastro-pubs and the growing influence in many restaurants of street food from around the world.

Will there be some new foodie trends to emerge in 2019? All will become clear in the next few months.

So the search is on again to find the venues that have truly excelled in the art of delivering delicious food and beverages in a superlative setting over the last 12 months.

All our recent award winners have been superb, so expectations are high.

Here’s a reminder to all restaurant, hotel, café and pub owners: to make sure your establishment is under consideration for the big prizes in 2019, contact publishing manager Sam Warsop at sam.warsop@rmcmedia.co.uk

RESTAURANT AWARDS

Do you have a rising star in your kitchen? alling all head chefs and restaurateurs... do you have a bright spark working in your kitchen who is shaping up to be an outstanding chef of the future?

If you do, now’s the time to shout about it, because Westside and My Fathers Heart are staging a fantastic competition to find the Young Chef of the Year 2019.

The competition is open to all restaurants in the Sheffield and North Derbyshire region and all entries must be under the age of 25 on 1 June 2019.

Four finalists will be invited to join us for a MasterChef-style cooking competition in the state-of-the-art kitchens at My Fathers Heart at a date to be arranged in May. That’s their opportunity to create their signature main course, which will be judged by a panel of culinary experts.

My Fathers Heart, designers and makers of the region’s finest bespoke, handmade kitchens, bedrooms and furniture, regularly host glamorous events in their award-winning showroom.

It has proved to be the perfect venue to stage our Young Chef of the Year event since we launched it in 2017.

The cream of the region’s young culinary talent will be set the task of

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really wowing the judges with some first rate, inventive virtuoso cooking.

The Westside/My Fathers Heart Young Chef of the Year competition is a great opportunity to shine a light on the next generation of kitchen superstars.

We’re looking forward to seeing what the best young talent out there has to offer, and giving all four finalists, a boost by placing them in the spotlight.

The results will be announced at the Westside Restaurant Awards at The Holiday Inn Royal Victoria in Sheffield on Monday 10 June.

So now it’s down to the head chefs and restaurateurs across the region to nominate their young kitchen stars for this prestigious event.

We’ll be contacting restaurants across the region in the next few weeks, reminding head chefs and restaurateurs to get involved.

But don’t wait to be invited. If you employ a bright young chef with the talent and drive to reach the top, let us know.

Incidentally, the shortlist of talented young kitchen stars for the last two years has been all male. Surely there are some fantastic female chefs out there, so please help us to put them in the spotlight in 2019.

Young Chef of the Year 2019 Westside and My Fathers Heart are searching for the region’s finest culinary talent.

If you’re a head chef or restaurateur now’s the chance to tell the world about the bright young stars cooking fabulous food in your kitchens.

All entries must be under 25 years of age on 1 June 2019 To nominate your Young Chef please contact Westside managing editor Chris Wilson on chris.wilson@ rmcmedia.co.uk

My Fathers Heart’s Jonathan Coulthard, Lewis Platts and Westside publishing manager Sam Warsop

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Sea of love SET SAIL FOR WICKERSLEY, WRITES CHRIS WILSON, AND DISCOVER A THOROUGHLY MODERN – AND DELICIOUS – FISH AND CHIP DINER. t may have the look and feel of a brand new restaurant but Seven Seas, a restaurant above a fish and chip shop in Wickersley, has a long and proud history.

They’ve been ‘frying tonight’ on the same spot since 1931 but there have been major changes since current owners, Theo and Sugar, took charge seven year ago.

The upstairs dining area, spotlessly clean with wonderfully attentive waitress service and a varied menu including daily specials, opened three years ago.

Only the framed black and white photographs on the wall offer a glimpse of a tradition stretching back 80-plus years… this is a thoroughly modern diner.

It’s definitely hit on a winning formula too. We pitched up for a midweek lunch in early January, a time when many restaurants are feeling the post-Christmas pinch. Not here… tables were soon full and the air was filled with tantalising aromas from adjoining tables. (No sounds or smells of constant frying however, the traditional ‘chippy’ downstairs may also be doing a roaring trade but it’s a separate entity).

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The restaurant menu is predominantly fish, of course, although alternatives include homemade gourmet pies including a glorious looking steak and ale suet pudding, which I spied being delivered to an adjoining table and immediately noted for a return visit. On this occasion though, like most diners, it would be seafood all the way.

For starters, wholetail Whitby scampi in crisp breadcrumbs (£4.50) and one of the daily specials, chilli and garlic prawns and chorizo with toasted flatbread (£6.95), set high standards not just in taste but presentation. Little things like the fresh side salads, beautifully dressed, accentuate the point that this is not your average ‘chippy with a caff ’.

It does, however, do full justice to the basics. My large cod and chips (£10.50) included a suitably whale-like portion of succulent white fish in the crispiest batter. With top-notch mushy peas and tartar sauce on the side, my contentment was complete.

Across the table something rather more elegant was requested and flamegrilled plaice (£12.95), with chips and more of that lovely salad, was light and delicious. Those scorch marks from the

chargrill made sure it also looked truly mouth-watering.

There’s a good, short wine list, which will no doubt come into its own in the evenings (Seven Seas is open until 10pm) but tea for two (£3.80 with free refills) hit the spot on this occasion. It was, of course, served in tasteful china cups and saucers.

There’s a lengthy dessert menu, and we both fancied a taste of something sweet to round off a memorable lunch in style. From the specials board a mini trio of chocolate, strawberry and lemon cheesecake with cream (£4.95) was three mouthfuls of heaven, while a mint chocolate ice-cream bomb (£4.50) cooled things down nicely.

Seven Seas 184 Bawtry Road, Wickersley, Rotherham, S66 1AG Tel: 01709 542160 www.sevenseaswickersley.co.uk

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Fusion Food & Music for the Soul Sheffield’s #1 Venue for Live Music & Food Jazz · Soul · Funk · Disco DELICIOUS TAPAS & MENU • EARLY BAR Fridays 4–7pm ALL FOOD LOCALLY SOURCED AND PREPARED FRESH Vegan & Vegetarian friendly

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Every Thursday 8pm-10pm • £5 entry • Tapas 2 for £7 / 3 for £10 Local & national acts will be gracing the stage weekly.

Dine in style with our fusion tapas menu, or enjoy some of our large selection of cocktails, wines, beers and speciality spirits, accompanied by Live Jazz Music.

Booking a table in advance recommended.

DINNER WITH LIVE MUSIC Fridays and Saturdays Live Jazz, Soul & Swing

The Library Café & Restaurant · 10 Leeds Road · Sheffield S9 3TY · Tel 0114 5538994 Closed Sun – Tues · Weds: 10am – 6pm · Thurs: 10am – 11pm · Fri: 10am – 11pm · Sat: 3pm – 3am

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Food with soul ANNIE WILLIAMS IS BROUGHT TO BOOK AT ONE THE CITY’S NEW ADDITIONS ased in Sheffield’s oldest library is The Library Café & Restaurant, a hidden gem in Attercliffe which has brought life and soul into an area which has been gradually pushed out of the city’s limelight.

The red-brick building close to the corner of Leeds Road opened in 1894 in answer to the demand from steelworkers and their families keen for selfimprovement, and later became the city’s original job centre when staff started listing vacancies from local employers.

The Library re-opened its doors in October last year, but now as a café and bar with a strong focus on jazz and soul music.

There isn’t an angle within the venue which lacks character, from the still standing librarian office, which is now used as the kitchen area to the piano that was bought as a tenth birthday present for the now 104-year-old library mistress.

After years of working in the hospitality industry and travelling the world cooking up a storm on cruise ships and picking up inspiration from countries across the globe, Justin decided to throw in the life jacket and dock in Sheffield for his early retirement at 33.

But the self-proclaimed party-thrower didn’t rest for long and was soon back to

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searching for an opening that he could apply his passion for music and food into.

The plates are not priced individually, however with the tapas dishes being offered at the affordable price of two for £6 or three £9, it was only right that my friend and I ordered eight dishes between us, there was simply too many brilliant options to not try.

Opting for a range of meats, such as the spicy chicken wings, meatballs in tomato and red wine sauce and personal favourites, chorizo in red wine, spicy king prawns and the coconut curry chicken and rice, as well as vegetarian options patatas bravas, ciabatta with herb butter, apple and brie, garlic bread with goat’s cheese and jalapenos, there was absolutely nothing that could be faulted about the colourful options.

From fluffy melted cheese and freshly baked bread, which comes in fresh every morning, to the freshest tomato-ey salsa and the kick of the hot sauce which coats the chicken wings, there is not a tastebud left untingled.

It’s safe to say gin is very much the booze à la mode, and The Library has not let this slip by. With 40 gins to choose from, most of which are chosen specifically for their local link, all at an affordable price ranging between £5-7,

there is a tipple even a non-gin lover would fall in love with.

Buddying up with Attercliffe’s newest brewery and taproom, Saint Mars on the Desert, The Library will soon be working to brew their own local beer; there is more to be confirmed on this partnership, but we have high expectations from the two.

By 2024 Justin aspires for the Library Café to be one of three venues under his brand, all following the same formula tapas with food and music in a historical Steel City setting.

The Library Café & Restaurant 10 Leeds Road, Attercliffe Sheffield, S9 3TY Tel: 0114 553 8994 www.thelibraryvenue.co.uk

* See next month’s magazine for a competition to win a tapas meal for two with a bottle of house wine and tickets for the Thursday night jazz events at The Library.

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Onto a winner IT’S TRIED AND TESTED BUT NOT AFRAID TO TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT. THE TICKLED TROUT IS DESERVING OF ITS PRAISE, WRITES RICHARD ABBEY. 019 couldn’t have got off to a better start for Chris Mapp and his team at Barlow’s Tickled Trout. To say they’re delighted to have been voted Restaurant of the Year and Chef of the Year at the Derbyshire Life Food and Drink Awards and Best Out of Town at the Chesterfield Food & Drink Awards is something of an understatement.

And word seems to have got out.

There was no post-Christmas lull on the evening of our visit, in fact, the whole place was packed.

With a huge wood-burning stove at one end, the bar is an inviting place to start the evening, with a good selection of beers and ales as well as an extensive gin menu. Seated in wingback chairs we perused a menu that was mouthwatering to say the least.

Moving into the restaurant – a contemporary affair with full-length windows and lots of wood and leather – we eagerly awaited our first courses. My wife rarely overlooks calamari and this version, served with Tickled Trout tartare (£7.95), didn’t disappoint. Presented in a little wire basket, the squid, tentacles and all, was deliciously tender while having the right amount of crisp.

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My arancini (£7.95) have been a favourite at the pub since it opened – it’s easy to see why. The five crisp risotto squares were heavenly. Parmesan cheese, truffle mayonnaise, crispy, gooey… what more could you want?

My wife cast similarly envious glances when by main course arrived. The day boat fish (£18.50), which on this occasion was roasted fillet of hake, was served with Rock oyster, Fowey mussels, crab, clams, sea vegetables and a mussel emulsion. Fish arrives at the Tickled Trout daily from Looe in Cornwall and the freshness was evident throughout this dish. The fish was perfectly cooked with the accompaniments providing the perfect balance of flavours. It was a real taste of the sea.

Across the table, my wife tucked into perfectly pink Pan-roasted Gressingham duck breast (£19.95), which was served with Parisienne potatoes, balsamic cranberry, sautéed foraged wild mushrooms and roasted hazelnuts; a real wintery dish that too was packed with flavour. A glass of Two Ridge Trail Merlot (£6.95, 250ml) was the perfect accompaniment.

Dessert threw up a surprise in the form of woodruff ice cream, which was

served with a salted caramel tartlet (£7).

Woodruff, I was told, is a perennial herb-like plant, which on this occasion had been foraged from Chris’s garden. It gave the ice cream an unusual, slightly malty, hay-like taste but worked really well with the sweet caramel. Different but delicious. Meanwhile, my wife tucked into an equally good TT chocolate brownie with salted caramel ice cream (£6.50). It was a suitable finish to a stunning evening.

This was our first visit to the Tickled Trout but on this evidence we will be returning soon, no doubt to try the much-lauded Sunday lunches too. The accolades afforded to Chris and his team are clearly well deserved.

Tickled Trout 33 Valley Road, Barlow, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 7SL Tel: 0114 289 1111 www.tickledtroutbarlow.com

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All change in 2019 A NEW TEAM HAS GIVEN THIS LONG-STANDING TOTLEY FAVOURITE A NEW OUTLOOK, WRITES CHRIS WILSON. here’s been an inn of sorts on the site of The Cross Scythes in Totley dating back to the 17th century. Now a versatile pub/restaurant with rooms, a recent change of ownership is giving one of Sheffield’s iconic venues a youthful feel.

The new team is headed up by joint owners Ben Stazi, who is taking care of front of house, and chef-patron Scott Philliskirk, who built a reputation for being one of the region’s brighter young chefs during a spell at the popular Hidden Gem café at Ringinglow.

They’re planning an overhaul of the evening menu soon and on this showing it’ll be well worth waiting for, but we found plenty to blow away the post-New Year blues in a daytime menu packed with crowd-pleasing classics and daily specials including a pie of the day (fish) and pasta of the day (salmon).

We cosied up to a roaring log fire (which was topped up at regular intervals) and chose a couple of very tasty starters from the Snacks & Nibbles section. My potted ham with a topping of onion, honey, fennel, parsley, piccalilli and crostini (£5) was absolutely bursting

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with flavour. The pickle was sharp, the meat was moist, lean and tasty – a robust dish, executed to perfection.

Our second starter of (very) large shell-on prawns with lemon and saffron aioli (£7) also hit the spot and left us in keen anticipation for the mains.

When pork belly is on the menu I find it hard to resist and The Cross Scythes’ way with that comfort food classic, roasted with mash, some lovely crisp carrots, wholegrain mustard and cider sauce (£14), was outstanding. An impressive hunk of meat had been slow cooked to tender perfection so that it came away effortlessly on the fork.

Across the table my meat-free companion was tempted by the fish and chips and an intriguing stuffed aubergine dish with a strong supporting cast including cauliflower cous cous and Cajun diced potatoes but she settled for another vegan option, the spiced veggie burger (£11). This was another winter warmer of a dish with a tasty chickpea and butternut patty, slaw, Monterey Jack cheese, chips and pickle.

There’s an excellent wine list incidentally and an impressive range by

the glass including a very moreish Shiraz (£6, large glass) which saw me through two meaty courses. If you’re taking part in Dry January how about an alcoholfree cocktail? The Virgin Mary (£5) complete with pickle gave an added kick to my abstemious companion’s meal.

Puddings were terrific. Frangipane tart with strawberries, raspberries and almonds (£6) was moist, slightly chewy and not too sweet while the chocolate brownie (£6) had that all-important almost-gooey centre with a super smooth accompaniment of chocolate mousse and a sprinkling of burnt white chocolate.

Cross Scythes Baslow Road, Totley, Sheffield, S17 4AE Tel: 0114 236 0204 www.cross-scythes-totley.co.uk

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EVENTS Professor Brian Cox UNIVERSAL – World Tour 2019 10 February FlyDSA Arena www.flydsaarena.co.uk Taking audiences to the edge of our current understanding about the origin and evolution of our Solar System and the Universe, Professor Brian Cox Live 2019 offers a fascinating insight into the workings of nature at the most fundamental level.

Whether an avid science reader or a total novice, Professor Cox makes challenging ideas accessible to all, exploring the vast, possibly infinite universe and our place within it from earth to the edges of the cosmos. Brian will once again be joined by co-host of The Infinite Monkey Cage and awardwinning comedian Robin Ince to oversee an audience Q&A, giving fans the chance to ask any question they have.

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An Audience with Vinnie Jones 9 February Sheffield City Hall https://sheffieldcityhall.sivtickets.com Known worldwide as an on-pitch and onscreen rebel, Jones’ professional football career saw him captain Wales and play for the likes of Wimbledon, Sheffield United, Chelsea and Leeds United before becoming a box office hit. Vinnie will be quizzed on the night by Sky Sports’ Geoff Shreeves, when he will tell all about his tales on and off the pitch as well as his recent rise to stardom in America.

Circus of Horrors 14 February Sheffield City Hall

https://sheffieldcityhall.sivtickets.com After taking to the road over 22 years ago and touring all over the world, the phenomenon returns with its latest brand new incarnation ‘The Psycho Asylum’.

The spectacular features an amazing amalgamation of bizarre and fantastic circus acts all woven into a sensational shock horror story.

Joan Collins: Unscripted 24 February Buxton Opera House https://buxtonoperahouse.org.uk This show provides fans with a once in a lifetime opportunity to spend an intimate, entertaining and unforgettable evening in the company of a true Hollywood legend.

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MUSIC Arctic Monkeys – Performed by a tenpiece brass band 8 February / O2 Academy www.academymusicgroup.com Performing with an orchestra seems to be all the rage at the minute and while the Arctics aren’t actually here themselves (did you really think they would be?), this should be a great night. The brass ensemble will be reinterpreting the band’s debut album, Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not. Now

regarded as a timeless classic in British music history, we’re talking infectious floor-fillers like ‘I Bet That You Look Good On The Dancefloor’ converted into brass pipe bangers.

The X Factor Live Tour 24 February / FlyDSA Arena www.flydsaarena.co.uk If you’ve been watching the latest series of X Factor you’ll probably be familiar with Dalton Harris, Scarlett Lee, Anthony Russell, Danny Tetley, Acacia & Aaliyah, Brendan Murray, Shan Ako and Bella Penfold – all have been confirmed to appear on the live tour.

EXHIBITIONS Leonardo da Vinci: A Life in Drawing

THEATRE Rutherford and Son 8-23 February / The Crucible www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk 1912, the industrial north. Rutherford is overbearing, dogmatic and disappointed.

With three grown children and not one qualified to take over his family-owned glassworks, he rules his household with tyranny and disdain. Janet, John and Richard have dreams of their own but none can break free. Mary is different.

Married into the family and with ambitions for her son, she’ll untangle the ties that bind. Caroline Steinbeis directs Githa Sowerby’s celebrated classic about the struggle for supremacy, legacy and deciding one’s own destiny.

Mousetrap 11-16 February / Lyceum www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk Discover why Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap has kept people guessing for so long. The scene is set when a group of people gathered in a country house cut off by the snow discover, to their horror, that there is a murderer in their midst.

Rocky Horror Show 18-23 February / Lyceum www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock ‘n’ roll musical returns to the UK, having now been seen by over 30 million theatregoers. Directed by Christopher Luscombe and featuring timeless classics, including Sweet Transvestite, Damn it Janet, and of course, the pelvic-thrusting Time Warp, The Rocky Horror Show is the story of two squeaky clean college kids – Brad and his fiancée Janet.

Curtain rises on new pricing package for The Montgomery Sheffield city centre theatre and arts space The Montgomery has launched a new hire package specifically to attract a diverse range of community theatre companies.

The Surrey Street venue is currently home to many of the city’s most popular musical theatre companies. But the new hire package is also aimed at attracting more non-musical groups to use the space.

The full theatre, with both stalls and balcony space, seats a maximum of 420 visitors and can be hired for as little as £4,300 per week.

But a new stalls only package – perfect for non-musical groups with its capacity of 238 seats – is now available from just £2,100.

There is also a three day Thursday to Saturday package on offer at just £2,100.

Both deals includes full access to all five of The Monty’s dressing rooms, full use of all stage facilities including lighting rig, fly bars/tower and sound system as well as a Duty Technician to give advice and help.

To find out more about The Montgomery and its facilities visit www.themontgomery.org.uk or call 0114 272 0455 to arrange a backstage visit.

1 February-6 May Millennium Gallery www.museums-sheffield.org.uk Fifteen remarkable drawings by Leonardo da Vinci from the Royal Collection are set to go on display at the Millennium Gallery as part of a major nationwide exhibition marking the 500th anniversary of the artist’s death.

Leonardo was a true polymath, an unparalleled artist, draftsman and engineer whose talent and innovation spanned multiple disciplines. With much of his life’s work unrealised or destroyed, Leonardo’s greatest achievements are represented through his drawings. A Life in Drawing will be a once in a lifetime opportunity to see the work of this great Renaissance master here in Sheffield.

Amongst the works on display will be ‘The bust of a man, and the head of a lion’ (c.1510), ‘The head of St Philip’ (c.1495), and Studies of water (c.1510-12).

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He’s one of our own HE’S BEEN DUBBED ‘THE MAN WITH THE GOLDEN VOICE’ BUT WE JUST LIKE TO THINK OF HIM AS A SHEFFIELD LEGEND. RICHARD ABBEY TALKS TO PAUL CARRACK ABOUT HIS NEW ALBUM, TOUR AND MORE.

fter 50 years in the music business playing with the likes of Squeeze, The Smiths, The Pretenders, BB King, Eric Clapton and Mike and The Mechanics, you wouldn’t think that Paul Carrack would get intimidated too easily. He’s the first to admit he usually doesn’t – “I’m Sheffield born and bred so I’m not easily intimidated!” he tells me – but a chance collaboration on his latest album, These Days, did put him on edge ever so slightly.

The man in question is Steve Gadd, a renowned drummer, percussionist and session musician whose long list of collaborations includes Simon and Garfunkel, Steely Dan and James Taylor amongst many, many others. Steve was

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on a European tour with Chick Corea and was only in London for three days – so Paul seized his chance.

“He’s an absolute legend. He can play anything you want to throw at him but I have to say he’s the most humble, supportive musician you could hope to find. He’s just a genuinely a lovely guy.”

This album, Paul’s 17th solo album, came together a little differently to the way he usually works, largely due to the availability of Steve.

“I started doing this the normal way, which is me writing the songs and doing a bit of everything,” explains Paul. “But there’s another way of doing it which is to bring in great players and trying to get a bit of chemistry going – and that’s not a euphemism! – and that’s what we

attempted to do with this album.

“We got Jeremy Meek, who is a Sheffield boy and has been in my band for 20 years, and Robbie McIntosh, great guitar player, he’s played on a couple of my albums. We did 12 basic tracks in three days.”

Legendary saxophonist Pee Wee Ellis also added the album’s horn section and Paul also collaborated with former Squeeze bandmate Chris Difford, who wrote the lyrics for five tracks.

These Days is grown-up pop music made by, and for, people who’ve had the ups and downs that life unfailingly provides. “It’s about getting to an age, and appreciating what you’ve got,” says Paul. “I hope it will resonate with people who are going through the same stuff.

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It’s not being frightened of it, and just trying to enjoy it.”

Much of the album strikes a glass halffull, pensive mood about the long road travelled and the adventures still to come. Paul sounds as composed as he’s ever done; after five years touring with Eric Clapton, could a bit of his influence rubbed off too?

“Yes, I think so,” Paul says. “It’s always hard to quantify but as a musician, subliminally, you do pick things up. Eric’s a fantastic artist with fantastic integrity and he doesn’t compromise. I’m not chasing a hit or a fancy pop production, it’s a pretty honest, organic kind of record.”

Reaction has been good. Reviews have been positive and his fans have been 100 per cent behind it. It’s also had over one million streams on Spotify, something Paul has found difficult to get his head round. “I can’t believe it but it’s true, because I’ve got the numbers in front of me,” he beams.

But there is one thing that has got Paul’s back up. Just a little bit.

“The one fly in the ointment is that

Radio 2 don’t get it. That was a bit of a slap in the face,” Paul muses. “It’s a shame because Radio 2 is big numbers, a lot of people listen to it, and it lets people know you’re still around and you’re out on tour and all that stuff.

“But they’re going for a younger thing now. It’s not been a natural shift, it’s like it’s come from above, they’ve decided it’s not diverse enough, it’s not young enough, it’s not this that or the other… they’re trying to get 35 year olds and upwards.

I’m thinking, ‘are they f---ing joking?’.”

Paul will be starting 2019 touring the album, stopping off at Sheffield’s City Hall on 14 March. At approaching 68 years old, his appetite for hitting the road remains, yet is a much different experience to his younger days. And why shouldn’t it be?

“I’m based in the south, as you know, and the lads are in Sheffield, so they’re in a small bus and I have a car and driver,” he laughs. “Believe me, I’ve got millions of miles on the clock and in the early days, most of them were pushing bloody vans, trying to get them started.

Anything that takes the sting out of it these days I’m up for.”

Touring always gives Paul the opportunity to return to his roots, to Crookes, and catch up with family (his older brother John has recently retired), friends and to revisit another love. “I love going up, for my sins, to see Sheffield Wednesday,” he remarks. “I’m a season ticket holder but don’t get many games out of it. The worst part about it is, I’ve got two sons and a grandson, they’ve all been brainwashed, so it’s bad enough if you’re living in Sheffield, but down here, can you imagine the shit they’ve had at school with all the Arsenal and Tottenham fans?”

After his solo tour finishes in March he’ll be heading back out on the road with Eric Clapton for dates in Japan, Germany and then a run at the Albert Hall in London. 2019 is shaping up pretty nicely.

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Pass at your peril WHEN THE FOOD IS THIS GOOD, THERE’S NO NEED FOR GIMMICKS, WRITES RHIANA HUGHES. his is the time of year when, if hunger strikes, you’re sure to find plenty of restaurants with flashy signs and 2-for-1 offers trying to draw you in. Once you look inside though, you’re likely to find mostly empty tables and mediocre food.

What you need to look out for are the understated restaurants, the ones that don’t need to use gimmicks to fill their seats, even on a quiet Tuesday night just after Christmas.

You might be forgiven for not noticing Prithi Raj if you’ve headed past the small restaurant in a hurry, but once you’ve had a taste of their hearty, authentic Indian cuisine, you’ll be sure not to make the same mistake twice.

The soft hum of traditional music is anything but intrusive, and instead adds to the warm atmosphere that makes you feel connected to the culture as soon as you walk through the door.

As my partner and I walked in, we weren’t surprised to see the restaurant looking fairly quiet with it being so soon after the festive period and prospective diners likely still sticking to their New Year diets.

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liven up though, with its grand round table situated in the bay window welcoming a large group of friends, and the booths around us being occupied one by one.

After enjoying a couple of crisp poppadums with a fresh pickle tray and finding ourselves unable to stop gazing at the plates on neighbouring tables, we were served our starters of tandoori chicken and Raj king prawns (both £5.50).

Both were served still sizzling on hot plates, bright red in colour with a black char that you know will be full of flavour. My partner’s tandoori chicken came large and on the bone, soft and tender with the flavours of each individual spice from the chef ’s tandoori sauce coming through.

The prawns were large and meaty, and had me wishing that I’d gone all in and ordered prawns for my main course.

Once my main of chicken madras (£9.50) arrived though, I knew I’d made the right choice. Not too hot but with a decent kick after every bite, the flavours of each spice were perfectly complemented by my generous portion of pilau rice (£2.80) and plain nan

(£2.50), used to make sure no drop of sauce was left behind.

My partner’s main of lamb Bengal Baher (£10.50) had his eyes wide open in delight. Melt in the mouth lamb and soft potatoes in a mildly spicy sauce with a keema nan (£3), he struggled to describe the dish as anything but perfection for a meat lover like himself.

Though the restaurant continued to get busier as the night went on, the level of service provided by Prithi Raj’s staff never wavered. Each waiter made sure that you knew you could take your time with each course, wanting you to genuinely enjoy your experience with them from start to finish, and that we did.

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New year, new you HOW ARE YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS SHAPING UP? KEEP ON THE STRAIGHT AND NARROW WITH THESE TOP LIFESTYLE CHANGING TIPS. f you went to a New Year’s Eve party this year the odds are you will have come across more than one person planning to change their lives for the better in 2019.

There is not a lot of logic behind the idea of New Year resolutions. There’s is no particular reason why the willpower we need to make that change in lifestyle will suddenly appear on 1 January and stay with us throughout the year.

Still, everybody’s got to start some

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time, and if you were one of those people draining a final glass of your favourite tipple or sucking furiously on one last cigarette as the chimes of midnight sounded, here’s to you for thinking so positively.

And even if you didn’t put a red circle around 1 January in the diary, it’s not too late to strengthen the sinews and make at least one change for the better. Here are five of the most common resolutions – and some ideas about how to realise them.

Declutter your home There are few things more demoralising than waking up to a home full of clutter. If every available surface in your living space is full of ‘stuff ’ it’s time to fight back before it becomes overwhelming.

As with many successful resolutions, the key is to start small. Make sure you have a clear identity for each room so you know exactly what you want to keep and where you want to put it. And if it really is a big job then it’s important to set targets that show immediate success. Sort out a cupboard or drawer or box room, identify the things you no longer need then recycle, give them to charity or put them in the bin. Do not ‘put them in the garage’... that’s just transporting the problem form one room to another.

Set aside half an hour a day and you’ll be amazed at how quickly that clutter subsides and your living space grows! www.houseandgarden.co.uk/article/howto-declutter-your-life

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Lose weight This will perhaps be the most longed-for change for many of us as we try to make up for the indulgence that saw us wolfing down all sorts of unhealthy treats and piling on the pounds over the festive season. You’ll come across many ‘miracle diet’ claims but before you splash out on the latest celebrity-driven DVD and submit yourself to a brutal regime of cabbage soup and bananas, the NHS has some excellent advice about how to plan your weight loss.

Join the four million-plus people have downloaded the NHS 12-week weight loss plan, which is designed to help you lose weight safely – and keep it off. Going steady seems to be the key – long-term changes to diet will result in a steady eight loss with the practical aim of losing 0.5kg to 1kg a week (1lb to 2lb). www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-weight/start-the-nhs-weight-loss-plan/ 94 www.sheffieldvibe.com

On a certain day in January the credit card bills arrive – and a significant number of us will open the envelopes and panic at the prospect of paying those Christmas bills. If this is a familiar scenario for you, it’s time to take control of your finances and make sure you don’t get into such a tight spot financially again.

Easier said than done, and it’s hard to break that ‘spend, spend, spend’ mentality if you love a bargain. But free, independent help is available and if you take the time to manage your money it can help you stay on top of the bills all year round and save £1,000s in the process. Take a methodical approach to setting up a budget, paying off loans and credit cards and setting a savings goal and you’ll be in control of your budget.

The Money Advice Service is an organisation established with cross Government party support, that provides free and impartial advice on money and financial decisions to people in the United Kingdom. www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk

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Learn to cook/take time to cook more Here’s a resolution that not only allows you to develop a fantastic skill, it also has a positive impact on anyone who is also looking to lose weight or manage their money better.

Many of us know the basics of cooking but fall out of the habit as a busy work life kicks in. If you feel drained after a long day at work, can you really be bothered to

cook, especially when there are so many takeaway or frozen dinner options?

Well, everyhing takes a little effort but the rewards when you do more cooking and eat less pre-prepared food are manifold. If you really are going back to basics start by boiling or poaching an egg, or perhaps by chopping an onion and a few peppers and whipping up an omelette.

Before you know it you’ll be cooking pasta, baking potatoes and roasting chickens.You’ll use much less salt and fat than in the takeaway versions of your home-cooked meals, the true taste of the food will shine through and you’ll have a small fortune too. www.bbcgoodfood.com/howto/guide/25skills-every-cook-should-know

Stay off social media It’s addictive, it keeps you awake at night and leaves you bleary-eyed and exhausted before the day has even begun. Yes, staring at our smartphones and tablets has got us hooked good and proper.

We’ve become all-too-adept at multitasking.

Whether we are talking to friends, watching a film or eating our dinner, that invasive blue screen is a constant companion. It may seem harmless but if you find yourself going to bed later and later, insisting you need just one last glance at the latest breaking news or the latest trending photos of cute cats, or stalking old school friends you haven’t spoken to in decades on Facebook, you’ve got a problem.

Time to restore some order: it’s been suggested that upwards of 30 per cent of millennials are quitting social media and feeling happier as a result. Dare you follow suit? www.nhs.uk/news/mental-health/internet-addiction

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Finest moments CITY HALL SET FOR MOZART CELEBRATION AS PART OF SHEFFIELD INTERNATIONAL CONCERT SEASON. tarting on 1 February, Sheffield City Hall will host a run of four Mozart concertos as part of Sheffield International Concert Season, an opportunity to sample some of the master composer’s finest moments with world class soloists and orchestras.

London Mozart Players, led by Howard Shelley, kick off the run with their 70th Birthday Concert on Friday 1 February with two great works by the composer who gave the orchestra its name. Leading from the keyboard, Shelley directs Mozart’s beloved Piano Concerto, a work that even by its composer’s standards is a wonderfully lyrical and moving creation. The ebullient finale of Mozart’s Symphony No. 34 rounds off what promises to be a hugely enjoyable birthday party.

On Saturday 16 February the Hallé’s Principal Clarinet Sergio Castelló López is soloist in Mozart’s serene Clarinet

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Concerto. It was written for Anton Stadler, hugely respected despite Mozart’s nickname for him: ‘old redcurrant face’. The concerto was tailored to exploit Stadler’s virtuosity, celebrated singing tone and love of the instrument’s rich lower register.

Violin superstar Jennifer Pike joins the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra on Friday 8 March to perform Mozart’s richly melodic Third Concerto in a concert also featuring some of the most famous music ever written in Sibelius’ Finlandia, Elgar’s Enigma Variations and Vaughan William’s iconic The Lark Ascending.

The Hallé return on Friday 22 March, led by Johannes Debus and joined by young piano virtuoso Pavel Kolesnikov, winner of the prestigious Honens Prize 2014. They close the City Hall’s Mozart celebration with one of the composer’s most memorably lyrical and sunny piano concertos.

Tickets for Sheffield International Concert Season, including discounted subscription packages for multiple concerts, are available online at sheffieldcityhall.co.uk, over the phone on 0114 2 789 789 or in person at the Sheffield City Hall Box Office.

Journey through the Music of Mozart Explore four of Mozart’s compelling concertos performed by world renowned soloists, orchestras and conductors

Friday 1st February London Mozart Players 70th Birthday Concert Howard Shelley conductor and piano MOZART Piano Concerto No.21 ‘Elvira Madigan’ Saturday 16th February The Hallé Carlos Miguel Prieto conductor Sergio Castelló López clarinet MOZART Clarinet Concerto

Friday 8th March Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Anu Tali conductor Jennifer Pike violin MOZART Violin Concerto No.3 Friday 22nd March The Hallé Johannes Debus conductor Pavel Kolesnikov piano MOZART Piano Concerto No.22

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Positive outlook for Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park is set for further significant development on the back of its most successful year so far.

International recognition, a national design award, high profile visits and events, educational achievements and continued development have all featured prominently in the last 12 months for the London 2012 Olympic legacy project for health and wellbeing research and learning.

Looking ahead to 2019, the AWRC will be completed and the state-of-the-art facility will carry out world-leading research in physical activity to develop innovations that help people move.

Scarborough Group International will begin work on the 3,900 capacity Community Stadium providing facilities for players and spectators of Sheffield United Women FC and Sheffield Eagles RLFC. The main stand will provide more than 12,000 sq ft of office and conferencing space, including business incubator units.

A Centre for Child Health Technology will be progressed to bring further research, innovation and private sector investment to Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park, building on the growing reputation as a leading location to collaborate on improving health and wellbeing and creating a life sciences opportunity zone. A number of memorandums of understanding have already been signed with leading healthcare organisations including Canon Medical, IBM and Philips.

Support Dogs name corporate fundraiser of the year Charity Support Dogs has named Thrifty Car and Van Rental as its Corporate Fundraisers of the Year.

Thrifty donated £1 to Support Dogs with every online booking received. In addition they have sponsored autism assistance dog Thor (pictured), plus the charity’s in-house magazine and events. The company has also promoted Support Dogs’ work nationally in its branches and on social media.

Support Dogs is a national charity based in Sheffield which provides and trains life changing assistance dogs for children and adults affected by autism, epilepsy and physical disability.

Support Dogs’ fundraising manager Danny Anderson said: “We’re extremely grateful to Thrifty for their fantastic support over the past two years in making us their charity of the year. The support of businesses of all shapes and sizes is absolutely vital to our work.”

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Continuing its 50-year history in the Chesterfield business community, NLT Training Services has successfully relaunched as a dedicated commercial training provider.

Recognising the need to multi-skill people within the workplace to better enable companies to manage skill shortages, NLT has developed a range of commercial training courses which it is delivering across the East Midlands and Yorkshire.

Specialising in training for the manufacturing and engineering-related training, NLT now also offers bespoke packages, specifically created to match the training needs of businesses.

For further information about courses or to book a course, visit ww.nlt.co.uk.

Sheffield architects appointed to showcase London store Self Architects and White Design have been appointed as designer of a unique, upscale eating and food retail experience on the Greenwich Peninsula.

The Market Table New London will offer 2,000 products across 11 different areas in the flagship 4,000 sq ft store next to the 02 Arena.

Alongside a 56-seat restaurant, there will be four different prepared food counters, a bespoke espresso programme, fresh baked products, a delicatessen, specially sourced seasonal produce and exclusive pantry items from in and around the UK and Ireland.

It will also offer books, gifts and flowers.

New face at Omnia Property Group Sheffield property management specialist Omnia Property Group has appointed a new property management assistant.

James Ang, who is 28, is a graduate of the University of Sheffield, where he studied Business Management.

“We are delighted to welcome James to the team,” said managing director Joanne Race. “The interesting thing about James is that in his days as a student he was actually an Omnia tenant so he knows from personal experience the level of support we give to all our clients.

“We are confident that he will make an excellent addition to the Omnia team.”

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Local business leaders join Doncaster Chamber Board

Gripple named the UK’s best employer In the prestigious British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) awards scheme Gripple, the employee-owned and celebrated manufacturer of the iconic wire fastener, was named the UK’s Best Employer and also selected as a regional winner in the High Growth Business of the Year category.

In 2016 Gripple was voted Sheffield’s Best Employer by Sheffield Chamber of Commerce, with which the company works closely as a long-standing member.

Gripple is a 100 per cent employeeowned company with every new employee required to buy £1,000 worth of shares after 12 months of employment.

The company, which turned over £80million last year and aims to reach £100million by 2021, is part of the GLIDE Group, which has more than 700 staff worldwide and 550 employees based in South Yorkshire, with 350 working for Gripple.

Managing director, Ed Stubbs commented: “This award is well-earned by our people and we are all delighted with this prized accolade. Employeeownership is a fantastic model to drive long-term performance in a business and to properly reward and engage employees. We all thank the BCC for this prestigious recognition.”

A lawyer and two managing directors have been elected to join the Doncaster Chamber Board of Directors. They will share their expertise to advise the membership organisation that supports and represents Doncaster’s private sector through its tailored business services.

Chamber President Michael Wilkinson (Frog Education) announced the election results at the Doncaster Chamber AGM and welcomed onto the Board, Tracie Dudley Shaw (Pristine Commercial Cleaning), Nick Fletcher (Analogue Electrics Ltd.) and Sarah Naylor (Atherton Godfrey).

They join a strong team of other business leaders to ensure the Chamber achieves its strategic objectives and that the voice of its members is represented at the highest level.

The Chamber also welcomed three new co-opted directors, Andrew Morley (ProAktive), Gavin Baldwin (Club Doncaster) and Suzy Brain England OBE (NHS), to ensure the Board truly represents Doncaster businesses and their workforces from a diverse range of sectors and skills.

For more information about Doncaster Chamber membership visit doncasterchamber.co.uk

SES expansion Rail Engineering firm, Specialist Engineering Services Ltd. (SES) has recently relocated its headquarters to Doncaster to centralise its commercial and operational sides of the business with the help of Business Doncaster.

Employing over 200 people, producing a turnover of £9million and with further sites in London and Scotland, SES made the decision to move its headquarters to Balby Court, Balby Carr Bank, Doncaster earlier in the year. The decision to relocate its HQ was supported by Business Doncaster, a partner of the Sheffield City Region Growth Hub Enhancement Project, which is financed by the England European Regional Development Fund as part of the European Structural and Investment Funds Growth Programme 2014-2020.

With the help of Business Doncaster, SES managed to secure funding that contributed to the firm’s relocation as well as modifying the access point to its rail operating centre to allow for heavy plant access. SES was also able to benefit from the project’s range of free masterclasses on all aspects of business management including GDPR and marketing.

Once the largest and most experienced mining contractor in the UK, having supported numerous British blue chip companies and with presence in the Arctic Circle, India, Bulgaria and Poland, SES are at the frontline of engineering solutions and applies its expertise in mining to the civil and rail engineering sectors.

Free Employability and Skills Business leaders and the education sector in North Derbyshire are being urged to come together to address employability and skills in the area at a free conference.

With more than 14,000 students in North Derbyshire set to gain their GCSE and A Level qualifications over the next five years, the Chesterfield and North Derbyshire Employability and Skills Conference aims to strengthen links between education providers and local businesses to ensure school leavers are work ready.

Returning for a third year, the Chesterfield and North Derbyshire Employability and Skills Conference, will be held at Ringwood Hall Hotel & Spa from 8-10.30am on Wednesday 13 February 2019. The conference is organised by Chesterfield Borough Council, Gail Widerman of Placing Futures, D2N2 Enterprise Advisor Network and Destination Chesterfield.

One of the headline speakers at the event includes Brendan Kelly, managing director of Heathcotes Group, the industry-leading

providers of residential care for adults which is headquartered in Chesterfield. He commented: “Bringing on talented and dedicated people through apprenticeships has been vital to Heathcotes’ success in what is currently a very challenging health and social care sector.”

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Choose your carer IF YOU COULD CHOOSE CARE FROM AN ANGEL WOULD YOU? hen it comes to the care of your parents people want the very best for their Mum or Dad. As our loved ones get older the challenges of complex health needs can mean that parents may be increasingly reliant on their sons and daughters for support.

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

Fred’s family explained: “Dad is a proud Yorkshireman and has always been very independent but the time that we were giving to his support was increasing and we wanted to make sure that he got all that he needed.”

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

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

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The £45million woman SALLY PRESTON WAS ‘LIVING THE DREAM’ SELLING HER HEALTHY SNACK BUSINESS IN A MEGA-MONEY DEAL – BUT IT ALMOST BECAME A NIGHTMARE. THE LOCAL GIRL DONE GOOD SHARES HER INSIDE STORY WITH CHRIS WILSON.

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018 was the year everything seemed to go right for Sally Preston. The Sheffield-born former Abbeydale Grange pupil sold her business for a sum she describes as “north of £45million”, got married and won a Business Woman of the Year award.

But when I asked what it felt like to pull off the mega-millions deal every entrepreneur strives for, a once-in-alifetime moment that means you never need worry about money again, the answer was not what I was expecting.

In fact the story of how the deal to sell Kiddylicious, a business selling healthy snacks for children that she launched from her dining room table in 2004, nearly backfired, sounds more like a living nightmare.

Sally had worked for Marks & Spencer as a food scientist for 11 years before setting up first Babylicious and then Kiddylicious, which was bought for that eye-watering sum by Belgium-based Lotus Bakeries in July last year.

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according to plan. “Our major shareholder had a temper tantrum in the week of selling and decided he would not sell,” Sally recalls.

“After a year of strategies he decided he was not happy with the deal and on the day of signing he refused to turn up.

All the lawyers and financial advisers were standing by but he held a 30 per cent controlling share. Six piles of papers had not been signed; we spent 36 hours not knowing if we had a deal or not.

“When he finally did rock up, on his own, at the lawyers to sign the papers and sent me a text to say “it’s a wrap” we were emotionally exhausted. He stole the joy from all of us.

“He has tried to explain why he acted in that way and it was absolutely a load of rubbish. Who knows what happens when a load of money is floating around? Nobody has spoken to him since.”

For Sally the pressure was made worse because her workforce, who had invested in 10p shares in the company and now stood to make a tidy sum when the sale went through, were relying on her to see the deal over the line.

“As soon as I made the decision in January 2018 to sell, I told my team what was happening. They weren’t scared

and I could call on them to drive the business forward because they were going to benefit.

“I had said trust me, join me on a journey. If we go bankrupt you lose £2.50, if it works out you get £84,000… which quite a lot of them did.

“But during that 36-hour period we were all exhausted, absolutely on our knees. Everyone on my team who was going to get a bit more money, to buy a car or get a new bathroom or go on holiday, was going to lose out.”

Sally would be the biggest loser of all, of course, so how did she resolve the crisis?

“I was under huge pressure and they were looking at me to sort it out. I was the one talking calmly to this man, every hour on the phone, trying to find out what his little issues were. I was the one who got him to be there with pen in hand.”

OK, so there was a major scare, but once the crisis was averted surely then Sally could finally savour that Champagne moment? Not exactly…

“That was when the really bad chest pains started. I thought Oh my god, I have worked all my life for this, I have finally got the money in the bank, and

now I am going to have a heart attack.

So I went to the doctor and was told I had post traumatic stress disorder because the situation was so stressful.

“They prescribed some time off but I had to carry on working and integrate my company with Lotus.”

So, complete rest was out of the question, but since that scary period life has definitely taken a turn for the better.

Sally and her partner had got married in Florence shortly before the deal went through and in October she took her extended family to Marrakesh for a week. Her successor at Kiddylicious starts this month and Sally will be staying on for a while as a nonexecutive director and adviser before leaving at Easter.

Then there will (finally) be six months off to take stock of everything she’s achieved, with perhaps the odd holiday or cookery course thrown in. She’s also interested in picking up some advisory/non-executive roles to help businesses in the growth stage.

“There is plenty of help out there for start-ups but once you get beyond that stage and start growing there are challenges to do with cash, and people, and the brand. That’s where I want to help.”

“I was under huge pressure and they were looking at me to sort it out. I was the one talking calmly to the major shareholder. I was the one who got him to be there with pen in hand.”

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The Kiddylicious wafer took on the iconic rusk as the go-to snack for babies. It won The Grocer’s new product of the year award and was soon selling 110,000 wafers a day.

Anyone in business would do well to heed Sally’s story because while she may be sitting pretty now her success is hardwon and did not happen overnight.

In fact when she left school with two E’s in biology and chemistry and an F in physics (she walked out after 20 minutes, unable to answer a single question) noone was singling her out for future success.

“Abbeydale Grange was a terrible school, when it was pulled down I don’t think anyone shed a tear,” she says. “It was, unfortunately, everything that was bad about comprehensive education.”

That may be so but flunking her Alevels was a wake-up call. “I realised you had to put something into life to get something out of it.”

So Sally set about applying herself on a higher diploma in food technology in London and then, for 11 years, working for M&S Food following a successful work placement.

But in hindsight she concedes there were early signs that she would never be the type to play the company game.

“When I got the job they told me I’d need a briefcase so I bought one made of tin in shocking pink from Covent Garden.

Within three weeks I had a reputation for not conforming. It was there from the start, I was pushing boundaries and challenging the Stepford Wives approach to M&S management where we all march in line and carry our Filofaxes.

“I don’t know how I stayed 11 years but that’s where I learned my trade, put down roots and had children.”

She left M&S to do some consulting for a while in various food factories and in 2002 launched Babylicious, to be followed in 2005 by Kiddylicious.

In 2009 the business ran out of money and was put into administration. “We were haemorrhaging cash, it was soul destroying. I didn’t give up, I just thought there had to be an easier way.”

In October of that year Sally launched The Kids Food Company, taking the Babylicious and Kiddylicious brands with her.

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through. Of course when you employ people you have to pay them or you become insolvent so I’d go many months without a salary. It worked out OK in the end, but it was a grind.”

One of the products that sparked the turnaround was the Kiddylicious wafer which took on the iconic rusk as the goto snack for babies. Launched in 2009 it won The Grocer’s new product of the year award and was soon selling 110,000 wafers a day.

Then in 2016 came the launch of Veggie Straws, a gut instinct call by Sally that proved to be an instant and massive success. “It just felt to me like a good idea. I have a real problem with companies that do a mass of market research; you’re asking people to think about things they’ve never thought about before so you get all the wrong answers.”

Another gut instinct is that Brexit will

be good for Britain. “I voted out and the more I look at the behaviour of the EU the more I think we made the right decision; it’s like being in an abusive relationship where you want to leave and they won’t let you.

“They’ve made it very difficult for us, but it’ll be all right on the night. We’re in for a tough 2019 but the European Parliament is not fit for purpose, everything is a compromise and nothing works for anybody. We should just take control.”

One of the reasons she feels so strongly about a post-Brexit Britain was her experiences last February when she was one of the business people who accompanied Theresa May on the Prime Minister’s trade mission to China.

“That was an absolute eye-opening experience,” she says. “Theresa May may have the most thankless task on the planet but she worked so hard and made £15.2billion worth of deals, although that was not reported because the journalists on the trip were obsessing over Brexit.

Why? The scale of opportunities tells us that exporters should be looking east.”

In October last year Sally was also named Women of the Year’s Business Woman of the Year and she wants to use her high profile to support women in business. “I am keen to understand why women have children and suddenly believe they can’t do it… because they can.”

But will the woman who built and sold one hugely successful business be inspired to start again from scratch? Time will tell, but you can bet she won’t be doing the one thing she can afford to do... sit back and take it easy.

“I’m still going to be very busy,” she says. “It’ll just be a different conversation.”

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Family tensions run high ollowing the success of Love and Information in the Studio last year, award-winning director Caroline Steinbeis is back in Sheffield directing a revival of Githa Sowerby’s Rutherford and Son at the Crucible theatre.

1910, the industrial north. Rutherford is overbearing, dogmatic and disappointed. With three grown children and not one qualified to take over the family-owned glassworks, he rules his house with tyranny and disdain. But with a failing business and tensions building, the order of the household is about to shatter.

“The Rutherford family is best understood as a child’s mobile out of kilter,” says Steinbeis. “Each family member is working tirelessly to be the best version of themselves.”

Starring Owen Teale (Game of Thrones) as the domineering patriarch Rutherford, this gripping drama sees family tensions running high. Steinbeis continues: “Whilst there is love towards each other on some deep level, too much damage has been done and by the time

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we meet them, things are absolutely at breaking point.”

Rutherford has three children, but it is Mary (married into the family) who sets out to untangle the ties that bind, she has such a strong impact on the family and what a time to see this strong female character. Steinbeis reflects: “2018 was a huge year for women; and I find that as a society we listen in a different way and can hear things we could not six months ago [and what is brilliant is the way the play] recognises the bravery and

resilience that is needed in order to find your own way in the world.”

Boasting a cast with stars of stage and screen, this gripping family drama about supremacy, legacy and taking control of your destiny runs at the Crucible from Friday 8 to Saturday 23 February. Tickets are available on 0114 249 6000 or online at sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/whatson/rutherford-and-son

Art love affair Terry Batty has rekindled a lifelong love of art after attending classes at St Luke’s Clifford House.

Clifford House is the St Luke’s Hospice facility for anyone affected by an illness that has no cure.

Terry first came to Clifford House in September 2017 to support his wife Kathleen who was suffering from cancer and they attended art classes together.

Following Kathleen’s Terry and daughter Sheryl death, Terry decided that he wanted to continue attending classes and now brings daughter Sheryl and even ten-year old granddaughter Emily along with him.

Terry has actually painted on and off since childhood but found it difficult to devote much time to his hobby until his retirement.

But now, thanks to his landscape and mixed media sessions at Clifford House, he has even had a painting exhibited at Sheffield’s Millennium Galleries as part of the Great Sheffield Art Show.

“I need Clifford House and I really look forward to coming to these classes,” Terry said. “It’s given me a chance to learn new things – I’ve recently started painting in watercolours which I’ve never learned before.”

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Better Together Kelly Rhodes-Smith, office manager for Blenheim Park Estates, volunteered for The Better Together Project, for people on their own at Christmas. The event was at The Mowbray and was sponsored by Henry Boot, with donations from Co-op and UBER. The event has been organised by local schoolteacher Sarah Bridge for the last four years.

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Ian Chester of Yorkshire Windows with Joasia Lesniak

Three Peaks sponsor Leading South Yorkshire home improvement company Yorkshire Windows is the official sponsor of the 2019 St Luke’s Hospice Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge.

The celebrated 26-mile challenge takes walkers through the stunning Yorkshire scenery of the Dales National Park, starting with smallest of the peaks, Pen-y-ghent, before going on over 12 hours to tackle the peaks of Ingleborough and Whernside, climbing a final total of 1585 metres.

The St Luke’s team will be taking up the challenge on Saturday 8 June, with participants paying a £30 deposit fee and then raising a minimum of £200 per person – all of which will go to patient care at Sheffield’s only hospice.

And with them every step of the way will be main sponsor Yorkshire Windows, the company that specialises in uPVC doors and windows, composite doors, bi-fold doors, conservatories, orangeries, garage doors and roofline products.

“This is the perfect example of how a Yorkshire company can support a top Yorkshire charity as it takes on the challenge of a great Yorkshire event,” said Yorkshire Windows managing director Ian Chester.

“We are delighted to be supporting St Luke’s throughout 2019 and believe the Three Peaks event should be an enormous success.

“If fact, we are even aiming to enter a Yorkshire Windows team and join the walkers as they hit the heights and hit their fundraising target.”

St Luke’s senior corporate fundraising manager Joasia Lesniak added: “We are delighted that Yorkshire Windows will be sponsoring this great event.

“The Three Peaks Challenge was a great success in 2018 and with the support of Yorkshire Windows we believe it will be even better in 2019!”

For more information or to register email fundraisingevents@hospicesheffield.co.uk or call 0114 235 7553.

Christmas gift for St Luke’s Blenheim Park Developments raised £800 for St Luke’s Hospice by raffling their suppliers’ gifts from Blenheim Park Developments and Blenheim Park Estates.

Saturday charity collection service Making a donation to Emmaus Sheffield has never been easier now that the city charity has launched a Saturday collection service.

Emmaus Sheffield is the working community with quality, self-contained accommodation, training facilities and a workspace for previously homeless men and women aged 18 years and over.

It aims through its social enterprise programme to provide meaningful work and enable the people it supports – known as companions – to eventually become selfsupporting once more.

One of its main fundraising schemes is its extremely popular second hand and vintage store at the organisation’s headquarters in the historic Sipelia Works, a former cutlery factory at Cadman Street, close to the city’s Canal Basin.

The charity runs a collection service for unwanted larger items of furniture and electrical goods.

And now, in response to growing calls for a weekend service, collections can be arranged for Saturday – and deliveries can also be made too.

“The success of our furniture store depends entirely on the generosity of the people of Sheffield, who keep us stocked up with everything from sofas to dressers, coffee tables to wardrobes,” said Emmaus Sheffield Deputy Manager Charley Fedorenko.

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Sheffield Parks Walk THE NEAR 15-MILE ROUND WALK IS A GREAT WAY TO DISCOVER HIDDEN SHEFFIELD GEMS, WRITES CHRIS WILSON. Heading into the Limb Valley

o you think you know Sheffield? Even if you are a born-and-bred resident of the Steel City, unless you’ve tackled the Sheffield Parks Walk, there are certain dusky corners that are almost certainly waiting to be discovered.

I first stepped out on this circular route way back in 2001 when we invited readers to join us on a summer stroll of just under 15 miles to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the launch of RMC Media’s first title, Westside.

Despite the fact that I’d come to Sheffield for a job in 1983 and never left, and been a keen walker for most of that time, it was a revelation.

For example, I’d visited the pretty and genteel Whirlow Brook Park many times, without walking through the woods to the rear and striding through the gorgeous and peaceful Limb Valley; Brincliffe Edge was another first while Chelsea Park, on the final stretch, reminded me of a forgotten gem.

Most of my fellow walkers felt the same way about different stages of a very pleasant meander which, with a couple of refreshment breaks, took the best part of a sunny summer’s day.

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Great Britain’s greenest cities was no idle boast.

Taken in sections the Sheffield Parks Walk, which begins in Endcliffe Park at Hunters Bar, is all pretty easy going for the most casual Sunday stroller (though there is a steep incline through Lady Spring Wood at Beauchief).

The walk is signposted extremely well, so even if you are not familiar with the route it would be hard to go astray. And if the thought of 14-and-abit miles is just too daunting, why not break it down into sections over the course of a few weekends? You’re never more than a couple of miles from a main road and a bus.

The Sheffield Round Walk is managed by Sheffield City Council in association with various ‘friends of’ groups. A detailed booklet, the Sheffield Round Walk Guide, costs £4.95 and is available from the council and various outdoor shops.

Starting point at Endcliffe Park

THE ROUTE 1. Start from Endcliffe Park at Hunters Bar and follow the Porter Brook through woodland to Bingham Park at the western end.

Continue along the brook and Whiteley Woods passing the Forge Dam cafe on the way.

2. Head through the Mayfield Valley along Clough Lane to the peaceful wooded area of Porter Clough where you turn south to the little village of Ringinglow on the edge of the Peak District National Park.

Pass through the village, head through the Limb Valley with the Limb Brook and woodland trails.

3. Walk through Whirlow Brook Park and continue south-east through Ecclesall Woods where you’ll pass Abbeydale Miniature railway.

Continue towards Beauchief Abbey, passing through Ladies Spring Wood on the way.

Beauchief Park includes the remains of the 12th century Abbey, a 17th century church and a pretty mill pond.

4. The route continues east to Meadowhead and Graves Park, after which you turn north through Lees Hall golf club and Meersbrook Park. The final section takes you through Chelsea Park and Brincliffe before finishing back at Endcliffe Park.

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

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

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

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

Goodyear welted. Shape 457, in sizes 6-12.

Available from Charles Brooks, 241 Fulbrook Road, Sheffield, S10 3BA. Tel: 0114 268 0590

Step into spring ‘19 with this stunning dress

by Marfil Barcelona. Exclusively available in Chesterfield at Blanc Occasions, 177 Chatsworth Road, Chesterfield, S40 2BA Tel: 01246 767220. www.blancouture.co.uk

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

Available from Dotique, 296-298 Chatsworth Road, Chesterfield, S40 2BY. Tel: 01246 498536. www.dotique.co.uk Joseph Ribkoff polka dot dress. £245.

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Win tickets to see Bryan Adams ryan Adams returns to the FlyDSA Arena in Sheffield on Friday 1 March – and we have a pair of tickets up for grabs in our competition.

This is a venue that Adams has sold out some 17 times since making his first appearance in November 1991, just months after the Arena opened.

Armed with a career spanning over four decades and a signature brand of feel-good rock’n’roll hits, Canadian icon Bryan Adams is embarking on his massive new Shine A Light UK tour.

One of the most highly acclaimed singer/songwriters, Bryan Adams is known for hit singles including (Everything I Do) I Do It For You and Summer Of ’69. The Grammy-winning artist has seen success from a string of hits in over 40 countries and has sold an excess of 65 million records worldwide.

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HOW TO ENTER: For the chance to win a pair of tickets to see Bryan Adams at the FlyDSA Arena, Sheffield on Friday March 1 go to www.rmcmedia.co.uk/ competitions to answer the following question.

How many times has Bryan Adams sold out the FlyDSA Arena?

Closing date: Friday 15 February

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A home is the bedrock to everything THE LIVINGWELL MODEL MEANS PEOPLE ACCESSING SPECIALIST SERVICES ALWAYS HAVE A SAFE, SECURE HOME CLOSE TO THEIR FRIENDS, FAMILY AND COMMUNITY. o-one should have to move out of their local area to access specialist mental health or learning disability support – they need to be home; safe, supported and surrounded by their family, belongings and community.

That’s why South Yorkshire Housing Association (SYHA) teamed up with Sheffield Care and Social NHS Foundation Trust (SHSC) to create LivingWell, a model that ensures people accessing these services have the safety and security of being in their own home – always.

Juliann Hall, Director of Care, Health and Wellbeing at SYHA, said: “The reality was that many people with a mental health diagnosis had been displaced for many years, and were in rehabilitation units, and those places will never be a home. When you’re in your own home, you have access to your things – your books, your family, your community, and when people are sent away, that link’s broken, so they lose the very connection with the thing that makes them well.

“As a housing association, we believe that your home is the absolute bedrock to everything; that you cannot be well without a good home and roof over your head.”

LivingWell works with local people to give them the skills they need to live independently in their own fullyfurnished home. By working alongside a named keyworker from SYHA and the Community Enhancing Recovery Team at SHSC, the people who receive this support are involved in developing their own personalised support plan which has their best interests at heart.

Mike Hunter, Executive Medical Director at SHSCT, commented: “Receiving care in a rehabilitation unit miles away from your home just isn’t the best place to recover.

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“I’ve done a lot of work with people who are homeless and people who’ve been in locked rehabilitation units, and, if I’ve learnt anything, it’s that sorting out housing is what makes the real difference in their recovery.”

The LivingWell model began more than three years ago and around 50 people have benefitted from better health and wellbeing outcomes, which this model provides.

The model was founded on the principle that for someone to be well physically and mentally they need to have quality housing, receive support in their local community and have access to the crucial support network that family, friends and carers offer.

The individual’s care and clinical needs are wrapped around their home. SYHA

“The house the person is given is then there for as long as they need it – even if they’re re-admitted they can always come back home.”

work closely with partners in local health and social services to make sure they complement the individual’s existing care requirements.

The house the person is given is then there for as long as they need it – even if they’re re-admitted they can always come back home.

Juliann Hall adds: “The thing that created part of the solution on this was the relationship between ourselves and the care trust, because we were willing to be different.

“As we had a long-standing relationship and trusted each other, we were willing to take a very different approach and be radical and take that risk. But the most important thing is that it’s changed the lives of the people that have moved back to Sheffield.”

Lisa Knowles*, who has benefitted from the LivingWell model, said: “For me, it’s important being back somewhere I know, somewhere I’m familiar with.

When I go out of the door, I know where to go, I know where I am, and I know which way to turn… it’s somewhere that feels like home.

“I originally was sent away and my family didn’t know I was there – I didn’t have chance to tell them. I felt as if I was completely on my own.

“Eventually I got moved back to Sheffield to live in my own house, and in the first month I received an incredible amount of support. If I hadn’t gotten

that I would have ended up back in hospital.”

Natalie Newman, LivingWell manager and area lead, at SYHA added: “The collaboration between SYHA and SHSC has been an insight into the future of mental health services where health, housing and care, work together as equally invaluable partners assisting people to improve their lives.

“We’re proud of the difference this innovative and seamless partnership is having on people’s lives. We want to find like-minded collaborators so we can continue to make great things happen in other cities.”

By working together SYHA and SHSC have been able to give people returning to Sheffield a safe and secure place to call home.

For more information on LivingWell contact 0114 290 0200 or email livingwell@syha.co.uk.

*Names have been changed.

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Rosalind Watchorn (left) with business partner Rebecca Linsell

ho will care for the legal needs of the elderly? It’s a modern dilemma that isn’t about to go away, as we live longer and more of us are prone to memory loss, dementia and physical frailty.

Whether you are facing your later years alone or with the help of friends or family, there comes a time when everyone, no matter how fiercely independent, needs a little help.

But with an increasing number of legal firms growing in size, deserting the suburbs for massive city centre offices, and moving away from the personal touch that used the be the cornerstone of their business, finding a friendly face to tackle your individual issues can become a real problem.

This is where Rosalind Watchorn Solicitors can help, with friendly legal advice in a comfortable setting. They are based on a quiet street in Nether Edge and have a large car park, so there’s no need to tackle Sheffield city centre’s ever-changing one-way system.

What started as a one-woman band in 1993 is now a thriving business with a staff of 23 including eight solicitors and three specialist paralegals specialising in wills, probate, tax planning and trusts, as well as residential and commercial property work.

Founder Rosalind Watchorn started the business from her kitchen table in 1993 after training with a large commercial firm. “I found I was much more excited by, and interested in, talking to real people about their real life situations, than the number of noughts on the end of a big deal,” she says.

“I had two young children at the time and a third soon followed; I thought it might be a sideline for a short while but the business just grew.

“It seemed that many firms didn’t really value their private clients, they probably no longer wanted to do home visits to the elderly, but that is a service that is still necessary and there are many people who still like a more traditional and more personal approach.”

Judging by the way the business has grown over the last 25 years Rosalind is not alone in this view. Her business partner Rebecca Linsell, who joined in 1997, sees a daily need for the more hands-on approach. “We often help people who either don’t have family

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Friendly and approachable THE PERSONAL TOUCH IS WHAT COUNTS AT ROSALIND WATCHORN SOLICITORS. close by or are living independently and starting to struggle,” she says.

“Perhaps they need to start thinking about having some care at home, or going into care, and they need support from somebody other than friends and neighbours because it is a big undertaking.

“We try and get to know people and support them in making those decisions, not making decisions for them. It’s about finding out what they want, what they need and what their circumstances dictate and sometimes protecting vulnerable people against financial abuse.”

As well as providing a friendly face,

Rosalind and Rebecca also have the expertise to guide clients of all ages and backgrounds through a legal landscape that has become more complicated over the last decade in areas such as wills and inheritance tax, powers of attorney and community case.

Rosalind says: “A lot of people think they can write their own will, or they Google something, or they take advice from a well-meaning but misguided friend. Then they discover they missed out on all sorts of opportunities because they did not come along and get legal advice at the right time.

“Our approach is to cut out the legal jargon and talk to people in a way they will understand.”

Rosalind Watchorn Solicitors 10 Kenwood Park Road Sheffield, S7 1NF Tel: 0114 229 0160 www.rwatchorn.co.uk

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

Helping the next generation can be very costly. A 20% deposit for a first home can easily be over £25,000; student fees are currently £9,250 a year and together with loans for living costs many young graduates are saddled with over £40,000 of debt; and the average wedding costs in the region of £25,000.

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

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

It is always better before embarking on large gifts or loans or other arrangements with family members to seek legal advice first from specialist lawyers. The tax implications are important; but we can also advise about ways your interests as well as those of your children can be best protected.

Rosalind Watchorn Solicitors deal with Wills, probate and property issues and are available to discuss your future plans with you. Please call on 0114 2290160 or email mail@rwatchorn.co.uk.

Home visits are available if you are unable to attend the office.

Bank of Mum & Dad

Rosalind Watchorn Solicitors are at 10 Kenwood Park Road Sheffield S7 1NF They deal with wills, probate, elderly issues and property and conveyancing. Tel: 0114 2290160 www.rwatchorn.co.uk - Home visits can be arranged if you are unable to attend the office

One of the UK’s leading equity release experts is right here in Derbyshire and South Yorkshire.

Award winning service and advice.

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

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

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

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

Four trim choices are offered: SE, SE Technology, XCELLENCE and XCELLENCE LUX. Standard equipment includes metallic paint, Full Link, DAB, 17” alloy wheels, alarm and three-zone climate control. Other trims include larger alloys, rear-view camera, electric tailgate and navigation.

Engines include a 148bhp 1.5-litre TSI, a 187bhp 2.0-litre TSI and a 2.0-litre TDI with 148 and 187bhp.

Seven up and speedy The fastest SUV to ever tackle the Nürburgring is a… Skoda? That’s right and not just any Skoda, the first ever SUV to wear the hot performance vRS badge.

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

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

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

On a combined run, the vRS can

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

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

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

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

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

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

Deliveries to customers will commence in March of 2019.

Priced will start at £237,000.

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

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

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

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

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Volvo V40 Finance Example Personal Contract Hire Initial Rental £199.15 Monthly Payment £199.15 Profile 1+47 Duration of Agreement 48 Annual Mileage 8,000 Excess Mileage 10.08ppm

se Mitsubishi Eclipse Finance Example Stoneacre Price £21,290 Deposit Contribution £1,500 Customer Deposit £1,500 First Monthly Payment £249.32 Monthly Payment £249.32 Amount to Finance £18,290 GMFV £10,827 Total o Amount Payable £24,308.44 Annual Mileage 6,000 Duration of Agreement4 3 months Number of Monthly Payments 42 APR 5.90% Fixed Rate 5.71% Excess Mileage Charge 6.00ppm

Renault Clio Finance Example Stoneacre Price £13,615 Deposit Contribution £823 Customer Deposit £169 First Monthly Payment £169 Monthly Payment £169 Amount to Finance £12,623 GMFV £4,511 Tootal Amount Payable £13,615 Annual Mileage 6,000 Duration of Agreement 49 months No. of Monthly Payments 48 APR 0.00% Fixed Rate 0.00% Excess Mileage Charge 8.00ppm

Opening Hours: Monday - Friday Friday 9.00am to 7.00pm, Saturday Sa turday 9.00am to 5.00pm, Sunday 10.30am to 4.30pm All offers subject to terms and conditions and are as part of a Stoneacre finance plan. Finance provided subject to status, written details available on request. Models shown are for illustration purposes only. Ask for details. Cars may be in group stock. Stoneacre operate as an Independent finance Introducer from a panel of lenders. Stoneacre do not charge a fee for introduction to a finance provider however we may or may not receive a commission. Offers correct at time of going to press, but may be subject to change. Subject to Your o status, rder You o sign a Finance Agreement with a Finance Company in relation to the Ve if after signing the Purchase Order Vehicle, the terms of the Finance Agreement will replace this Supplier Agreement. The standard terms of the Finance Agreement will be stated on the Finance Agreement form that You o will bbe asked to sign. Decidebloom Ltd t/a Stoneacre, Omega Boulevard, Capitol Park, Thorne, DN8 5TX, is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Our FCA number is 308726. Yoou can verify this by visiting the FCA website or by contacting the FCA on 0854 606 9966. ^Price Promise: Deal to be based on an identical car (age,mileage, colour, make, model and condition) at a competitor dealerr. Quote needs to be valid within 7 days. Ask for details. Prices correct at time of going to press.

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LR RANGE ROVER SPORT V8 SVR LOW MILES, JUST LAND ROVER SERVICED, 22" ALLOYS, PAN S/ROOF AND MORE £75,950

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TIM MYCROFT GROUP SERVICES

Superior Cleaning and Restoration of Carpets and Upholstery Carpet Fitting Service ‘Treating your home with the ultimate respect’ Formerly with Franklins of Sheffield who have now closed after 130 years of trading, Tim Mycroft, himself with over 30 years experience, is pleased to announce his taking over the South Yorkshire and Derbyshire areas of the business.

Based in Sheffield, Tim is looking forward to working with valued customers of many years and having the opportunity to create cleaner, brighter, fresher carpets and upholstery throughout the homes of new clients.

Tim also has many years experience in the fitting of carpets and flooring.

If you would like more information about the services available please feel free to call and discuss your individual needs.

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• Chimney Sweeping • Smoke Testing • Power Sweeping • Bird Nest Removal • Safety Appliances Serviced

Appliance Inspection & Sweep FROM £50

SERVICES INCLUDE • Combi swaps from £1195 • Boiler upgrades from £1995 • Full central heating systems from £2595 • Industry approved power flushing £349 • No call out charges on boiler repairs • No call out charges on plumbing repairs • Finance available through Ideal4finance

Gareth Spencer is a member of the Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps, which mean he is fully trained, and insured to work at your home using equipment of the correct specification

*valid until end February 2019 subject to a free visual inspection and a 12 month contract.

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LOFT CONVERSIONS

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

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

Hoyland Dismantling Co.

RUBBISH REMOVED We take away most items…

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• Fencing panels manufactured and supplied • Timber and sheet materials • Decking Boards & Materials • Oak beams and mantles, pine and oak flooring • New & reclaimed railway sleepers from £10.00 inc VAT each • Stone & architectural products • Stone and Slate Paving

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Tinker Lane, Hoyland Common, Barnsley S74 0PR

We are a licensed waste carrier and at your door will show our identification and Environment Agency certification

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Our service is often cheaper than a skip – and you don’t have to fill it!

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VETERINARY SERVICES

Welcome to Ark Vets 2 Home We, at ARK VETS, recognise that it’s not always easy to get your loved pet out to our fully equipped facilities, for reasons such as: You are without transport You have mobility issues You are a carer or have children to mind Your pet hates travel or is a nervous patient You have multiple animals Or you’re just looking for more availability and convenience. from only

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BRING ARK TO YOUR DOOR Home visits available during normal daytime working hours only (contact the surgery for further information and booking)

“Because, not just any vet will do”

Why not sign up for Ark

Advantage Classic Annual Health Check and Booster Vaccination Six month Health Check Year round flea/worm prevention & lungworm treatment Exclusive discounts on selected products and services Economy and Ultimate plans available

Killamarsh: 01142 470828 Dronfield: 01246 415270

www.arkvetsheffield.co.uk Directors: J.A. Wakerley B.V.Sc., M.R.C.V.S. I.S. Lowe BVet Med. GPCert (ExAP). M.R.C.V.S.

FISHMONGERS

AUTOMOTIVE

Specialists in Fish, Poultry & Seasonal Game

WE BUY CARS FOR CASH CALL US ANYTIME FOR A VALUATION OVER THE PHONE

Anthony Andrews

0114 446 9190

for low mileage cars we can normally give more than any online quote

FREE COLLECTION • INSTANT CASH NO ADMIN FEES • NO FUSS

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VAN HIRE & SALES EXCELLENT VEHICLES AT COST EFFECTIVE PRICES COURIER VANS • SMALL VANS SINGLE & DOUBLE CABS MEDIUM VANS • BOXER VANS LARGE VANS • PICK UPS 6 SEATER WITH TOOL SPACE

• Fresh Salmon • Sea Bass • Scallops • Lobsters • Smoked Salmon • Oysters • King Prawns • Crabs (shell on or off) • Fresh Carp & Tuna • Also Continental Fish Call 0114 275 4055 for orders 24 & 25 The Moor Market, Sheffield Open 6 Days a week

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FUNERAL DIRECTORS

PEACE FUNERALS FAMILY OWNED AND INDEPENDENT FUNERAL DIRECTORS

All Standard Funeral Services: Religious & Humanist Funeral Services, Traditional Coffins, Cremations & Burials, Hearse & Limousines, Chapel of Rest.

Members of the Independent Funeral Directors Society

Award Winners from The Natural Death Centre ‘Best Funeral Director in the UK’

Low Cost Options: Direct/ Unattended Funeral from £995

Wider Choices Including:

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Semi- & Non - Religious Ceremonies, Willow (basket work), Wool, Fairtrade & Cardboard Coffins, Woodland Burials, Horse Drawn Carriages & Drays, Motorcycle Hearses and many more choices.

Simple Cremation, Traditional Burial & Woodland Burial from £1155 (+ disbursement costs)

- Personalised Pre-Paid Funeral Plans Recommended in the Good Funeral Guide

Suppliers of Fair Trade Coffins

For full price information, and to see the full range of our extensive services, please call or visit our website - all our price information is here: www.peacefunerals.co.uk

North Sheffield 363 Halifax Road, Sheffield, S6 1AF

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CRAFTSMAN OF EXCELLENCE DESIGNERS & MAKERS OF BESPOKE FURNITURE ESTABLISHED 38 YEARS.

DAVID J. MARTIN 210 Springvale Road, Walkley, Sheffield S6 3NU Monday to Friday 8am - 5.00pm, Saturday by appointment only Telephone: 0114 268 6718 www.david-j-martin.co.uk

MAKERS OF BESPOKE KITCHENS, BEDROOMS, BATHROOMS, OFFICES & STUDIES AND ANY INDIVIDUAL ITEM OF FURNITURE. BEAUTIFUL WOODWORK DESIGNED TO LAST. FULL CONSULTATIONS. FULL PROJECT MANAGEMENT UNDERTAKEN.

DAVID J. MARTIN 210 Springvale Road, Walkley, Sheffield S6 3NU Monday to Friday 8am - 5.00pm, Saturday by appointment only Telephone: 0114 268 6718 www.david-j-martin.co.uk