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set to reach nearly 3 million people and invite sports audiences and participants to engage with culture at an important moment for the country. Over 26 action-packed days, 31 UEFA Women’s EURO 2022 matches will be played by 16 teams across nine English cities from 6 - 31 July. A record number of fans are set to attend in person with a further 250 million across the world watching the action unfold on TV. It promises to be the biggest women’s European sporting event in history. As a city rich in arts and cultural heritage, Sheffield is renowned for creativity, with a strong cultural sector as well as deep roots in
football heritage. Many of the features of the modern games were piloted in Sheffield, and the UEFA Women’s EURO 2022 tournament and cultural programme is an amazing opportunity to celebrate the past, present and future of the women’s game. Councillor Mazher Iqbal, Executive Member for City Futures: Development, Culture and Regeneration at Sheffield City Council, said: “Sheffield is a city full of creative talent and ingenuity, which is reflected in our strong cultural sector so I know this exciting programme will be a huge hit alongside UEFA Women’s EURO 2022. Bringing sport and culture together means
we can really put on a show for all our visiting fans, inspire more local people to get involved and more women and girls to take up a long term interest in football.” Cllr David Sheppard, Rotherham Council’s Cabinet Member for Social Inclusion, said: “We’re really excited for the cultural programme, giving local people the opportunity to be involved with such prestigious projects and artists, with thanks to the National Lottery and Arts Council England. “We’re proud to welcome the record-breaking UEFA Women’s EURO 2022 tournament this summer to Rotherham’s New York
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Jason Manford BRINGS HIS NEW SHOW TO THE DOME He’s back! It’s been a busy few years for Jason since his last smash hit stand up show but fans of his Absolute Radio show will know this nationally acclaimed comedian hasn’t changed a bit. ‘Like Me’ is Jason’s latest comic offering set to hit road, and is sure to be ‘expert observational comedy’ (The Guardian) mixed with ‘comic gold’ (Mail on Sunday). He brings his latest tour to South Yorkshire on at the end of the month on the 26th March at Doncaster Dome. Jason said: “After the fun we had on my last tour ‘Muddle Class’, I’m excited to get back on
the road with my new stand up show, ‘Like Me’. In these trying times it’s always important to be able to get away for a couple of hours and exercise the old chuckle muscle! So I’m coming to a venue near you in 2021 so we can have a good laugh together. See you then.” ‘First & Last’ (BBC One), ‘The Masked Singer’ (ITV1), ‘What Would Your Kid Do?’ (ITV1), ‘Olivier Awards’ (ITV1), ‘Scarborough’ (BBC One), ‘8 out of 10 Cats’ (Channel 4), ‘The Nightly Show’ (ITV1), ‘Sunday Night at the Palladium’ (ITV1), ‘Live at the Apollo’ (BBC One), ‘Have I Got News
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A sixth (15%) of prepayment meter customers have avoided using energy for two days or more this winter because they cannot afford to top up — up by a third (36%) compared to this time last year, according to Uswitch.com, the comparison and switching service. Around 4.5 million energy customers use prepayment meters for their energy, paying £97.40 a month on average. Prepayment energy prices tend to be higher, owing to the extra cost of running the infrastructure, meaning prepayment customers typically pay more for their energy than those on a fixed deal with a standard meter, who pay £92.70 a month on average. People on prepayment meters currently pay £56.40 more than those on fixed tariffs over the course of a year. The new findings from Uswitch suggest that the increase in the cost of living is already having an impact, with many prepayment meter customers already struggling with their energy bills, even before the energy price cap rises in April by £708 from £1,309 to £2,017. Prepayment meter customers say that topping up their meter with £10 a year ago would buy enough energy to last an average of 5.8 days. £10 now lasts just 4.4 days, meaning people now need to top up seven times a month on average, versus five previously. It’s likely when the prepayment cap rises to £2,017, on April 1st, that households could see a £10 top up last for even less time than they typically budget for. A fifth (21%) of those with prepayment meters have skipped hot meals because they cannot afford to top up, an increase of almost a quarter (23%) on the proportion who did so at this time last year. Over a third (35%) have worn a coat, hat and gloves indoors to fend off the cold rather than putting the heating on, while nearly a fifth (19%) have sat in the dark to avoid using energy. One in 10 (10%) of people have also not been able to make an important call because they ran out of battery on their mobile phone while avoiding charging in order to save energy. Nearly a sixth (13%) of those on prepayment meters say they want to move to a traditional meter instead, while 16% of people who have either not tried to move to a credit meter, or were not successful in switching over, did not realise it was even possible to move. Of those who have considered switching to a traditional meter, 13% said their landlord had or would prevent them from doing so, while one in ten (12%) are confused by the process. Meanwhile, 7% of people who tried to move were prevented from doing so because their supplier said they were in too much debt, while 6% could not afford to pay the upfront cost of a deposit for a new meter and 5% failed a credit check. Jean Hayes, community engagement lead at Uswitch. com said: “The upcoming increase in the energy price cap is going to be challenging for everyone, but people on prepayment meters are set to be hit hardest. Prepayment customers are often the most financially vulnerable, and our research suggests some are already being forced to make a tough choice between heating and eating. As the rapidly rising cost of living eats into many households’ budgets, it’s alarming to see that a sixth of people with prepayment meters have already felt compelled to avoid using their electricity for days at a time this year - and this is before the new energy price cap even takes effect. Prepayment meters often make energy more expensive than standard credit meters, so anyone who is finding it unaffordable should speak to their supplier and see if moving to a standard meter could be an option for them.”
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Notice of application to vary a Premises Licence under Section 34 of the Licensing Act 2003 Notice is hereby given that Buzz Holdings Limited in respect of Premises known as Buzz Bingo, Unit 1A, Kilner Way, Halifax Road, Wadsley Bridge, Sheffield, S6 1NN applied to Sheffield City Council for a Variation of a Premises Licence.The proposed variation is to extend the sale of alcohol and regulated entertainment Fridays and Saturday 1000 to 0100 the following morning; extend the provision for late night entertainment Friday and Saturday 2300 to 0100 the following morning; opening hours to be extended Monday to Thursday 1000 to 0030 the following morning and Friday and Saturday 1000 to 0130 the following morning (to allow for a half hour drinking up time). All other days, hours and conditions to remain as existing. Any representations regarding the above-mentioned application must be received in writing by email to licensingservice@sheffield.gov.uk or by post to Licensing Section -General Section, Sheffield City Council, Block C, Staniforth Road Depot, Staniforth Road, Sheffield, S9 3HD, no later than 25th March 2022 stating the grounds for representation.The register of Sheffield City Council and the record of the application may be inspected at the address of the council, given above, during normal business hours or on the council’s website - www.sheffield.gov.uk It is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application. A person is liable to an unlimited fine on conviction should such a false statement be made. Poppleston Allen 37 Stoney Street,The Lace Market, Nottingham, NG1 1LS
The Licensing Act 2003 (Premises and Club Premises Certificates) Regulations 2005 Notice is hereby given that We: moors burger trading ltd Have made an application under Section 17 Part 3 of the Licensing Act 2003 for the grant of a Premises Licence for the Premises known as the confessional, 24 the moor, Sheffield S1 4PA We intend to conduct on or from the premises the following licensable activities: Sale by retail of alcohol for consumption ON the premises: Monday - Sunday 11:30 - 23:00 Provision of regulated entertainment, namely: Playing of recorded music Monday - Sunday 11:30 - 23:00 Interested parties or responsible authorities may make written representations to The Licensing Service, Sheffield City Council, Block C Staniforth Road Depot, Staniforth Road, Sheffield S9 3HD about this application by 22nd March 2022 For information on representations, please see www.sheffield.gov.uk/licensinginforesidents For full details and to view a copy of the application please contact the Licensing Service. Telephone: 0114 2734264 or by e-mail to licensingservice@sheffield.gov.uk It is an offence to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in connection with an application and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on conviction for this offence is a fine not exceeding £5,000.
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LICENSING ACT 2003 Application has been made by Hong Ding to the Licensing Authority of Sheffield City Council for a Premises Licence for Oisoi Gathering, 1st Floor, Block A New Era Square, Boston Street, Sheffield, S2 4QF. The application includes the following terms: 1. To enable the sale of alcohol 12.00 to 22.00 Mondays to Sundays and Bank holiday Sundays and New Year’s Eve until 00.00 (midnight). 2. To permit late night refreshment Bank holiday Sundays and New Year’s Eve between 23.00 and 00.00 (midnight). Interested parties or responsible authorities may make written representations to The Licensing Service, Block C, Staniforth Road Depot, Staniforth Road, Sheffield S9 3HD about this application by 25 March 2022. For information on representations, please see www.sheffield.gov.uk/licensinginforesident s. For full details and to view a copy of the application please contact the Licensing Service. Telephone: 0114 2734264 or by email to licensingservice@sheffield.gov.uk It is an offence for anyone knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with a Licence Application. The maximum fine on summary conviction is unlimited. Dated this: 25 February 2022 John Gaunt & Partners, Solicitors
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We have 6 beautiful caravan holiday parks which offer a wide variety of attractions; all set on the beautiful east coast of Lincolnshire just a short distance away from the rolling Lincolnshire Wolds and Tennyson country.
Sutton Springs - With its quarter mile of beach frontage along the promenade and easy walking access to Sutton on Sea and Mablethorpe Trusthorpe Springs – A heated swimming pool, where the Park is set around the grounds of the 19th century Trusthorpe Hall. Tourers are always welcome and we have a range of superb quality letting vans available for hire.
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Sheffield Music Trails return THIS April! liftING the lid on SHEFFIELD’S teen hysteria Following a hugely successful debut last August, the Sheffield Music Trails return bigger and better than ever for their second year on Saturday 2nd April, providing a full day of free entry shows across 19 independent music venues throughout Sheffield. This includes venues from Castlegate through to Kelham Island, Abbeydale Road to Heeley and West Street down to Leadmill Road. Originally conceived as a multi-weekend celebration, this year’s trail condenses all the excitement of the festival into a single day, offering music-lovers an opportunity to experience a massive variety of amazing performances by some of the finest acts from South Yorkshire and beyond, as well as reconnecting with their favourite venues and discovering some hidden gems after the pandemic
kept us away from them for so long - all with absolutely no entry fees. Topping the bill at The Leadmill is North London based indie-pop band Kawala, whose latest single ‘Hypnotised’ has been named BBC Radio 1’s ‘Hottest Record in the World’ as of Monday 21st Feb 2022. There’s no shortage of talent and variety throughout the day either, with local acts such as Leona Nørskov (The
Voice UK) and Bedroom High Club amongst those representing the region. Alongside the fantastic local artists, the addition of UK touring acts such as Abbie Ozard, Jonny Brown (Twisted Wheel), Youth Sector, Voodoo Bandits and Studio Electrophonique add a truly special dimension to the festival, establishing it as a major nationwide celebration of music. Set up as a joint venture, the trail was funded by
South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority & Sheffield City Council, via funding from central government, in order to support the cultural and creative industries in the region. This funding is all in recognition of the hardship faced by the sector throughout the pandemic, and provides a muchneeded financial boost for each and every participant as we celebrate the spaces that make our city special.
Hotly-tipped Indie band Kawala headline the Free Festival at The Leadmill
It was originally unveiled to honour the heroes of the Great War but it begrudgingly became a home for heroes of a very different kind in the sixties. Sheffield City Hall’s roster of artists that played in the era reads like a who’s who of entertainment: Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix, Bob Dylan to three gigs by the Beatles to name but a few. There were also landmark shows by local acts that went on to make their mark both nationally and internationally. They included Vance Arnold (who would find worldwide fame as Joe Cocker), Dave Berry and Karen Young. Bob Dylan’s 1965 show at the venue even made it onto the silver screen via its inclusion in D. A. Pennebaker’s ‘Don’t Look Back’ film. Sheffield City Hall’s story is told in the brand new 10th
anniversary edition of the ‘Dirty Stop Out’s Guide to 1960s Sheffield’. Author Neil Anderson said: “Sheffield City Hall has had to adapt to some pretty major cultural changes in its 90 year history but none were as seismic as the arrival of ‘Beatlemania’ in the 1960s. “Despite originally opening as a speakers hall and a destination for classical concerts it had little choice but to accommodate changing tastes if it was to survive and it ended up staging some of the most memorable concerts of the era with people still cherishing their tickets and memories decades on.” The ‘Dirty Stop Out’s Guide to 1960s Sheffield’ also celebrates long gone after dark and cultural icons like King Mojo, the Esquire, the Cavendish, Club 60, the Heart Beat, the Penthouse, the Locarno and the
Sidewalk Café. King Mojo became the cover star following a poll that saw it voted the most popular venue of the era. The sixties nightscene underwent massive cultural change in Sheffield as the post-war austerity paled into insignificance and teenage pop and fashion came to the fore.
Neil Anderson said: “The sixties were an incredibly exciting time to grow up in Sheffield. I’ve really tried to capture the excitement of the time and represent the major cultural shifts that were happening in society.” * The book is on sale now priced £19.95 from www. dirtystopouts.com
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It was the Beat of a Generation & the Sound of a Nation. Made in Motown aim to recreate the classic music & sounds of Detroit during the 1960s & 70s. The band comprises of high quality musicians dedicated to recreating authentically the ‘sounds of the ‘Motor City’, fronted by the incredible talents of the band’s three female vocalists. If your a fan of Martha Reeves, The Temptations, Supremes, The Marvelettes, Marvin Gaye & many more Motown legends, then this is a show not to be missed. Sit back & enjoy the songs that were ‘Made in Motown’
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Tales of love, loss and faulty wiring. By Barnsley based writers Lee Pollard and Paul Athorne Join us for a never to be forgotten theatre experience. Where we meet Gary Devine, Barnsley’s number one spiritualist, who is preparing for his sell out show at Tykes View Working Men’s Club, or at least he would be if he could get the bloody hair dryer to work! A range of characters arrive to make contact with their loved ones. We hear stories of sadness, strength and humour. We travel to Graceland, Barcelona and Cudworth. To the Welsh valleys and Barnsley bingo halls and even a planet far, far away. Each person has a story tell that will guarantee both laughter and tears. “Ghost meets Phoenix Nights!” Pubman’s Guide “We never saw that coming” Psychic Monthly “How a live connection and a negative experience can bring you down to earth” Amateur Electrician PLEASE NOTE THIS PERFORMANCE CONTAINS STRONG LANGUAGE THROUGHOUT AND THEMES THAT SOME PEOPLE MAY FIND UPSETTING
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SATURDAY 5th march
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charlie travis top vocalist
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LIVE this WEEKEND!
friday 4th march - top girl guy duo
rock n’ rose saturday 5th march - great award-winning duo
seaside rendezvous SUNDAY 6th march - amazing girl-fronted trio
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top solo artist
Sunday
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Live sports shown
COLLEY WMC The Best Weekend in Town!!! friday 4th march
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Saturday 5th march tremendous girl guy duo
roar SATURDAY 12th march fantastic male female duo
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AFFILIATED MEMBERS WELCOME • COVID MEASURES IN PLACE Come and join our club • Full Membership Just £10 per year!
Welcome to the Wed 2nd mar
quiz & karaoke fri 4th mar
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SHEFFIELD TRADES & LABOUR CLUB 200 Duke St • Sheffield S2 5QQ
13 Hall Road, Sheffield S13 9AG • Tel: 0114 269 7277
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
SATURDAY 5th march superb male female duo
SATURDAY 5th March
stardiz
SUNDAY 6th march top solo artist
steve andrews 12th mar design iii 13th mar nikki rodgers bingo & five numbers • every tuesday • thursday • saturday night • • sunday lunchtime & night • AN EXCELLENT RANGE OF BEERS, LAGERS & ALES ALL AT KEEN PRICES
sally lax
top female vocalist
Sunday 6th March
variety night with musical bingo
every wednesday from 7.30pm
ladies’ section - with bingo
open lunchtimes daily 1pm - 4pm MEMBERS ONLY • COVID-19 MEASURES IN PLACE
FIRTH PARK WMC 56 Idsworth Road - Sheffield - S5 6UP Telephone: 0114 242 6321
SOUTHEY
SATURDAY 5th March
Southey Green Road • Sheffield • S5 7QQ TEL: 0114 2325768 / 0114 2311101
karen starr
top solo artist
sunday 6th March
jay danielle
great singer
Book Our Function Room! *Free of charge with club bar - Seats up to 350 - Late bar available Returnable Deposit Required With Booking
BINGO DOWNSTAIR IN THE LOUNGE - MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY
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SOCIAL DISTANCING & MEASURES ARE IN PLACE FOLLOWING GOVERNMENT GUIDELINES
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SOCIAL CLUB
LIVE music this weekend FRIDAY 4th march 5:30PM star VOCALIST
john fitzpatrick
SATURDAY 5th March superb live band
the patriots
SUNDAY 6th march from 1pm great vocal instrumental duo
on track
SUNDAY 6th march from 7pm top vocalist
ajay jackson
SAT & SUN • BINGO AS USUAL
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MOSBOROUGH MINERS
WELFARE STATION ROAD, MOSBOROUGH, SHEFFIELD TEL: 0114 2485546
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
Live Entertainment
FRIDAY 4th march • great 80s party band
Sat 5th Mar - Star Live Trio
Friday March 4th
manic mondays
zenon band
saturday 5th march - star male female soft rock duo
Sun 6th Mar - Top Male Vocalist
rock the night SUNDAY 6th march • fantastic show
little sam lyons fun show SOCIAL DISTANCING MEASURES IN PLACE • BINGO & 5 NUMBER PLAYED DAILY
FULL RANGE OF BEERS • NO PRICE INCREASE
BEIGHTON TOP CLUB
PAUL WALKER Saturday March 5th
MIAMI TWICE Sunday March 6th • 4-8pm
karaoke
tony lee
Friday March 11th
TONY LEE
trevor allen’s
open mic NIGHT
Every Thursday from 8pm
Saturday March 12th
FREESTYLE Sunday March 13th • 4-8pm
karaoke
MONDAYS POKER NIGHT BINGO FRI & SAT night/SUN lunch & night
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FARM ROAD THE BALL INN Sports & Social Club Vicky & Staff Welcome You to... • 43 Mansfield Road • Sheffield • S12 2AG •
PRIVATE MEMBERS CLUB
entertainment all weekend!
thurs 3rd mar
friday 4th march - Superb Entertainment
russ elliott
fri 4th mar
SATURDAY 5th march Top Male Female Vocal Instrumental Duo
sat 5th mar
With • Quiz • Raffles • Open the Box • Sticky 13
in kahootz
Farm Road, Sheffield S2 2TP Tel: 0114 2729947 www.farmrdsocialclub.co.uk
sun 6th mar
music quiz
with prizes - starts 7pm
open the box - plus dj
no reggae night - private party
dj dino’s music night
karaoke
& play your cards right
from 5pm
OPEN MONDAY TO FRIDAY FROM 2PM • SATURDAY & SUNDAY FROM NOON
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HARTLEY HOUSE SOCIAL CLUB 239 Bellhouse Road | Sheffield | S5 6HQ | 0114 249 1422
saturday 5th march sunday 6th march
tremendous duo SUNDAY 6th march
forever young
FRIDAY & SATURDAY NIGHT & SUNDAY LUNCHTIMES
function room available monday-friday - call for details
UD saturday 12th mar
rachel raynor star vocalist
COVID-19 SECURE GUIDELINES ARE IN PLACE WITHIN THE CLUB Club Office 07917 063283 The Bar 07917 063241
1 MINUTE WALK FROM HILLSBOROUGH TRAM STOP - UP FORBES ROAD & YOU’RE THERE!
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martin yorke
Doncaster Catholic Club
fantastic north east band SATURDAY 5th march
great male vocalist
superb SOLO ARTIST
Fully Air-Conditioned Concert Room & Lounge
fly guys
dave mccoy
SATURDAY 5th mar
0114 2457 806
FRIDAY 4th march
top solo entertainer
353-355 Walkley Lane Sheffield, S6 2PB
45 Hatfield House Lane, Sheffield S5 6HU
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
karl cooper
LA PLATA S.C.
SHEFFIELD LANE WMC
Sharon & Stuart Welcome you to
amazinglive band
TUESDAY 8th march
DANNY herrod entertainment & KARAOKE thursday 3rd march
weightwatchers FRIDAY 4th march
quiz & bingo
Thurs17thMarch Waterdale, Doncaster DN1 3BY Tel: 01302 364695
Armthorpe Coronation Club
Tranmoor Lane, Armthorpe, Doncaster Tel: 01302 831393 SATURDAY 5th march - superb guitar vocal rock duo
saturday 5th march
disco & karaoke from 8.00 pm
sunday 6th march
last stand
sunday 6th march - star vocalist
billy mack
openthe box from 6.00
free jukebox from 6.30 pm
tuesday 8th march
9pm
trevor allen’s open mic night live every weekend
all the six nations games!
saturday 12th march - great live trio
triple x
sunday 13th march - tremendous vocalist
jonnie holliday
WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ALL SOON!
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BENTLEY WEST END SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB
Cusworth Road, Doncaster DN5 9RF Tel: 01302 876340
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Sat 5th Mar Sun 6th Mar
star live act
bone idol band tremendous live band
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Sat 12th Mar Sun 13th Mar
BINGO
top duo
here’s jonny brilliant live band
Every Wednesday Friday Saturday Sunday
friday 4th mar - superb vocalist
ajay jackson saturday 5th mar - star live trio
lois & the tornadoes 2 gether sunday 6th mar - tremendous boy girl duo
tuesday 8th mar - great solo artist
jonathan carroll shaun perry Friday 11th mar - star vocalist
SATURDAY 12th mar - great live band
neon skyline martin yorke sunday 13th mar - superb girl guy duo
tueday 15th mar - top vocalist
CHESTNUT AVENUE, CARCROFT, DN6 8AG. TEL: (01302) 725497 See our website at www.carcroftclub.com
WOODFIELD SOCIAL CLUB 91 Woodfield Rd, Doncaster , DN4 8HN Tel: 01302 853446
SATURDAY 5th mar
martin john burton top male vocalist
every tuesday bingo night every wednesday quiz night saturday 12th mar
gp thompson
superb guitar vocalist www.facebook.com/barnbydun • Tel: 01302 882936
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Sat 19th March
paul walker’s decades show Tremendous Tribute Show! Woodfield Social
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BLADES GOOD RUN COMES TO AN END Darren Moore: PostUnited’s nine-game unbeaten run came to a disappointing end in the capital on Saturday afternoon. Just like at Bramall Lane in October, Jake Cooper scored the decisive goal from a set-piece in what was a scrappy encounter for the duration. Heckingbottom made four changes for the trip to The Den. Gordon made his league debut in place of the suspended Goode, whilst McBurnie, Hourihane and Ndiaye were all recalled as Gibbs-White, Fleck and Berge dropped to the bench. United had a half chance inside the opening 20 seconds, but McBurnie couldn’t get over a bouncing ball to really trouble Bialkowski, but in the truth the opening 20 minutes or so were a real war of attrition, until Norwood volleyed over from the edge of the area after Robinson’s long throw wasn’t fully cleared by the hosts.
On the half hour there was brief concern for the welfare of Baldock, who appeared to be clutching his hamstring. Thankfully the wing-back appeared to slowly run it off and on 35 minutes, Hourihane crossed to the back post and Egan rose highest, but his header was grasped by Bialkowski. A stalemate of an opening 45 minutes ended with Ndiaye being cautioned following a disagreement
Blades fans helped raise almost £1,000 for Weston Park Cancer Charity via a bucket collection before the game against Luton Town earlier this season. The visit of Weston Park’s volunteer bucket collectors was a welcome
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with Malone. United registered an early shot on goal at the beginning of the second period, whether Robinson meant it or not only he knows, but Bialkowski needed to tip it over. At the other end, the home side broke and Baldock halted the progress of Burey and was cautioned before Foderingham spilled a shot from McNamara but Saville’s follow up was
subsequently cleared. Just after the hour though, Millwall took the lead from a free-kick after Norrington-Davies had fouled McNamara on the right. Jed Wallace delivered to the back post and COOPER got a run on the United defence to power a header past Foderingham, on another day a foul for blocking off could have been awarded. Norwood clipped
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another well worked corner routine, prior to Norrington-Davies being booked for a rash tackle. United pinned the hosts back in the final ten minutes but try as they might United couldn’t break Millwall’s resistance, with Bialkowski denying Gibbs-White from Berge’s inch perfect through ball.
Charlton talking points
The Owls posted a 2-0 win over Charlton at Hillsborough on Saturday and here is a selection of talking points from Darren Moore’s post-match press conference.
ON THE GAME We were dominant from start to finish and I was really impressed with the concentration levels of the players. When you score so early it’s easy to think the game will be easy but there is no such thing as an easy game. You have to continue your work rate and concentration and we did that today. We thoroughly deserved the three points and we take that and move on to the next game on Tuesday night. After leading 2-0 at half time that was the minimum for the result, I wanted a third, but I will take 2-0 and a clean sheet.
ON THE COLLECTIVE This is all about the squad and players giving their all for this football club. We’ve had players playing out of their natural positions for large parts of the season and they’ve got their heads down and got on with it for the good of Sheffield Wednesday. Marvin Johnson, Callum Paterson…I am indebted to them because they have stepped into the breach when we needed it the most. I am pleased to see them taking the plaudits now because they have done the hard yards.
ENTERING THE TOP 6 I don’t look at the table for too long at this part of the season. Nothing is won or lost in February. We can talk about the table in May. We are in the top six and that is the aim and we are looking up, not down. We can never be satisfied, we
must always have that desire and appetite to get better and want more. It is very congested around there and we have seen a lot of movement recently. There will be plenty of twists and turns to come and we can only focus on Sheffield Wednesday. ON THE TREATMENT TABLE We are getting players out of the treatment room and that’s a manager’s dream really. I want as many players as possible for the rest of the season. I want those headaches as a manager. Tuesday will come too soon for Lee Gregory but let’s see for Saturday. We saw some more of Lewis today which is another big positive as well as having big Dominic back on the bench. The injured players are getting better and hopefully the good news will keep on coming.
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McSheffrey delighted with character in Wimbledon comeback Rovers boss Gary McSheffrey hailed the character of his side as they fought back from two goals down to earn an important point at AFC Wimbledon in Sky Bet League One. Having trailed at the hour mark courtesy of goals from Jack Rudoni and Luke McCormick, Rovers roared into life and a quick-fire double from captain Tommy Rowe saw them draw level. Neither side could find the winner but both went close, with Ben Jackson seeing an effort cleared off the line while Jonathan Mitchell made a superb save deep into stoppage time. McSheffrey believes Rovers are increasingly suited to handling setbacks and recovering during matches as they continue their development under the manager. On the character shown in making the comeback: “Eight weeks ago, I don’t think we come back from that. “We’re starting to see some team spirit and character in a big way now, and some self-belief. “It’s a big improvement in terms of a comeback and not losing a game of football when we’re two goals down. “We’ll take it and we’ll move on.” On how the game played out: “If you’d have offered me a point on 60 minutes then I’d have snapped your hand off, with us being two down. “I said to the lads that we can’t afford to wait until we’re two down with 60 minutes gone to start playing. “It was a really poor first half, with no composure, people looking nervous and panicky on the ball and making poor decisions. “The first goal they scored was cheap. We have to organise a bit quicker and make better decisions. “But on saying that the last half hour was superb. Tommy Rowe was brilliant with two great goals, Kyle Knoyle with two good assists and we could have won it. “On the other hand, Johnny [Mitchell] has saved us at the end from their header.” On Tommy Rowe leading by example: “The lads were looking around for someone to do something and he’s done that. “Knoyley has put a good ball into him at the back post. We felt putting him out on the left that he’d be a threat to their right back and he showed great composure to bring the ball down on his chest, shift it and shoot. “With the second one it’s another great ball in from Knoyley and he’s freed himself up, rose like a salmon and put in a great header.” On another important result: “I’m satisfied with the result after going two goals down. “The run Wimbledon are on, they’re no whipping boys - that is a ninth draw in 15 for them. It’s not like they’re getting peppered and losing heavily. “It’s a difficult place to come so we’ll take the point and get back on the bus. “You look at the scores elsewhere and everyone is rolling their sleeves up and having a go. “There’s been some big wins so it keeps it quite tight.”
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Rowe pleased as Rovers make their point at Wimbledon The skipper scored twice in three second half minutes to earn Rovers a share of the spoils at the Cherry Red Records Stadium after the Dons took the lead through Jack Rudoni and Luke McCormick. While disappointed it took Rovers a while to get going in the game, Rowe says recovering from such a dire position means the final outcome was satisfactory.
“I thought it was a game where both teams were trying to score. It sounds an obvious thing to say but neither side sat behind the ball. The score line could have been anything. “We should have scored more goals, as should have they. They are a footballing side but all their chances came from long balls. We could have dropped our line a little bit deeper but if you do that, they pass through the middle of the pitch. “At times, I didn’t think we defended as well as we would have liked but going forward, I thought we were ok. The players looked a little leggy in the first half and in the second half, they were a lot better. Haks had a positive influence when he came on and Jordi added legs to the side. Chieo was virtually unplayable, at times. “It all came together in the end but it didn’t seem it at the time.”
On recovering from falling two goals down: “It was an underwhelming first half performance and we had it all to do in the second half being two goals down. When you fight back like that in any game and you come away, it leaves you feeling a lot better than you would. We’ll take the positives from that. We obviously wanted the three points and we’re still on a mission to pick up as many as we can. We’ll use this as a great performance in terms of getting something that we haven’t had all season and that elusive point. You want the three points but to see that inner strength from the boys and discipline to dig in is great. At certain times this season we’ve found it hard to get a goal back and hold it. I think the point is deserved.” On growing confidence in the squad: “There’s a confidence around the place and an air that we can do things that we probably didn’t think we could a few months back. We have to channel that well and use it to play the way we have that has brought us success. At times we’ve got away from what we’ve done really well. It took two goals going in for us to get that but thankfully we got our second wind and kicked on to get back into the game. It shows where we are at the minute and we’ve got to continue it.” On getting ready for the next game: “Now we can use this week to reorganise, get some energy back into legs and hopefully be fully focused going into next weekend. We need to keep that fight and some of the emotion and channel it into what has been successful for us. The fight is there in terms of wanting to prove people wrong. When people do have you down, I think it’s why we’ve positioned ourselves well for the run in. We’ve still go to do a lot of work to get to where we want to get so it starts tomorrow as we reenergise and go again.”
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