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A LEGENDARY MATCH FOR KARL THIS CHRISTMAS A host of Sheffield United legends and hotfooted celebrity players will compete in a charity match to enable a life-long fan to return home for Christmas.

Stars from popular soaps such as Coronation Street and Eastenders will be taking part in Sheffield United’s Legends versus TV All Stars match at the Sheffield FC Stadium in Dronfield on Sunday 11 December to boost the Karl Darby fund, which was set up to raise money to install an external stair lift at

Karl’s parent’s home in Woodseats, Sheffield.

Karl suffers from Mycolonic Epilepsy and is confined to a wheelchair. For the past decade he has lived in supported accommodation but hopes to return to his family home permanently in time for the festive season.

Celebrity Team The celebrity team will include actors such as the Moon brothers from Eastenders, Jamie Lomas and Nick Pickard from Hollyoaks, Will

Rush and Tom Milner from Waterloo Road, Chris Fountain from Coronation Street and Emmerdale star Kelvin Fletcher.

United All Stars The All Stars will take on ex-United players such as Bob Booker, Carl Bradshaw, Craig Short, Rob Page, Alan Wright, John Gannon, David Holdsworth Tommy Johnson, and Paul Beesley.

Dave McCarthy, managing director of Sheffield United, said:

“Karl is a die-hard Blade fan who attends every United home match and many away games with his dad Roy. Sheffield United and fans have been working tirelessly to raise enough money to build the stair lift needed to ensure Karl can once again live at home with his parents.”

“Work has already begun and without such magnificent support from local businesses and fans we would not have been able to achieve this goal. The All Stars versus Legends match is the perfect

opportunity to raise the remaining money needed to complete the project before Christmas. We hope as many of our fans can get to the match and offer their support.”

Donations and Auction Andy Emsley, of Rotherham-based Classic Lifts Ltd, has donated the equipment needed to install Karl’s lift and Coda Studios designed and planned the building project.

Work began to install the £15,000 lift last week.

Andy Emsley added: “As a massive Blades fan, it’s a pleasure

to help out another dedicated supporter in this way. I’m really looking forward to the All Stars and Legends match and seeing some of my heroes wear their red and white stripes again for a great cause.”

The club is also hoping to host a charity auction for the Karl Darby Fund with items donated by players.

Kick-off and Tickets The match will kick-off at 1.30pm and tickets cost £4 for adults and £2 for concessions – pay on the day at Sheffield FC.

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been so traumatised.

I saw a clip on the internet of glamorous This week has witnessed the whole of football Ruth Holmes singing at an open mike night paying their respect to Gary Speed, evidencing and was really impressed, and accordingly the high regard in which he was held by resolved to spend an evening at her next gig everybody, not just in Britain, but across at the Brampton Ale House, which is only a the world. My close pal, Gary Sinclair, who short walk from the home of my girlfriend. I as well as being the proprietor of the very was not disappointed, as her band, Black Rose successful new bar in town, Maggie Mays, put on a great night’s entertainment. Ruth has is also pitch announcer at Bramall Lane, was a great soulful voice and writes a lot of her so distressed at the news of the death of Gary Speed, that he prayed for help from above to own material, essential if she is to get a record help him get through the eulogy, before the cup deal. It would be sacrilege not to include a match against Torquay. I was not at the game, photograph of this good looking rock chick. but saw Gary’s performance, courtesy of the There has been much debate on social network internet, and he did an exceptional job in such Facebook regarding the strike by members of an emotional time. Similar shows of respect were held at every ground in the country, with the public sector last week. My view is that it a minute’s applause replacing the usual silence, was a total disgrace and that these people have with Mrs Speed present at Elland Road, home to realise that there is no money available for of his first club Leeds United. The fact that the propping up pensions in the public sector. The cause of death was suicide shocked the nation, fact that people in the private sector have had as he appeared perfectly happy and normal on their pensions emaciated is not even given Football Focus the day before his untimely a thought. We are in this mess because the end. The thing that really worries me is that previous government gave the bankers free there is always much conjecture about the reasons why after a tragedy such as this, nearly rein, total mis-management of the economy all of it rumour. Should it transpire that one of and the situation was not helped by Gordon the tabloid newspapers was about to unearth Brown selling fifty per cent of our gold some skeleton in the cupboard, and I must stress that this is only a slight possibility, then reserves at nearly the worst price possible.

It is high time that the electorate woke up they should hang their heads in shame, and hold themselves totally responsible. I prefer to and smelled the coffee, socialism only works take the view that Gary Speed was suffering until all the money has been spent. We must from depression , for whatever reason, and that never allow them back in, and trust the present we have lost an icon in this world. God speed, government, with unpopular measures of and much love and condolences to his widow, austerity to get us out of this grave financial his parents and his two sons. mess we find ourselves in. Here endeth the Another great loss to football this week political broadcast of the good sense party. was the death of the great Brazilian captain, Socrates, at the age of fifty seven from poison In an attempt to end on a happy note, both in his intestines. Socrates played in the great Sheffield clubs scraped through to the third Brazilian team from 1979 until 1986, and round of the F.A.Cup, and have both got was a world class player. Unusually, as well drawn at home, with Wednesday getting the as being a top sportsman, he was also a fully hardest against West Ham. Of course the pick qualified doctor of medicine. Not since the of the draw was that Manchester United play death of World Cup captain, Bobby Moore, neighbours Manchester City. also at an early age, has the game of football

Weekly Wit With...

ALBERT SNODGRASS

An atheist was walking through the woods... when he stopped and thought: “What majestic trees! What powerful rivers! What beautiful animals!”, Then, as he was walking along the river, he heard a rustling in the bushes behind him. He turned to look and saw a 7-foot grizzly charging towards him! He ran as fast as he could up the path. He looked over his shoulder and saw that the bear was closing in on him.

He ran faster when he looked over his shoulder again, and saw that the bear was even closer! He tripped and fell on the ground. He rolled over to pick himself up but saw that the bear was right on top of him... reaching for him with his left paw and raising his right paw to strike him. At that instant the Atheist cried out, “Oh my God!” Time Stopped! The bear froze...

And the forest was silent. As a bright light shone upon the man, a voice came out of the sky...

“You deny my existence for all these years... and try to teach others I don’t exist... and even credit creation to a cosmic accident? Do you expect me to help you out of this predicament?

Am I to now count you as a believer?”

The atheist looked directly into the light, “Well, it would be hypocritical of me to suddenly ask you to treat me as a Christian now... but perhaps you could make the BEAR a Christian?”

“Very well,” said God. The light went out.

The sounds of the forest resumed...

And the bear dropped his right paw, brought both paws together, bowed his head and spoke: “Lord bless this food, which I am about to receive from thy bounty through Christ our Lord, Amen.”

round-up by stuart renton

I just can’t do it! I really tried to be full of festive cheer this week, and although I wanted to talk about elves and snow and Santa, it’s just not happening. Why, because the world is full of the most epic collection of dumbasses since the first man gave the wrong answer to the question: does my bum look big in this?* Why am I so grumpy? Well, this whole Jeremy Clarkson thing could drive the most even tempered of us into a killing frenzy. Over twenty one thousand zombies people have complained to the BBC about a few off the cuff comments made by the uber bigot, Clarkson. And, really, anyone that gets offended by this guy is more moronic than he is. His comments are designed to offend, and yet, time and time again, this fact goes entirely over people’s heads. For Clarkson, “offending” the UK is like shooting fish in a barrel. Really stupid fish! Really stupid fish with the heads chopped off.

That said, have you actually ever met anyone who’s admitted to writing a letter of complaint to the BBC? I’m beginning to think it’s all a work of fiction created by the Daily Mail. It wouldn’t be the first time the collection of drivel that calls itself a newspaper has published nonsense - the paper’s been going since 1896 so that would be the forty odd thousandth time it’s published mindless crap. The Chronicles of Narnia are more grounded in reality than most of the stories churned out by the gutter press these days. Oh look it’s Mr Tumnus, oh, hang on, that’s just Rupert Murdoch…

It was only a matter of time before I got around to the X Factor, for one need look no further than popular TV to see the lies spread by the media. This week, the genuinely talented Misha B went out of the contest in favour of Amelia (I shout and call it singing) Lily. Now, Misha has been reviled since the start of the series due to a record number of negative stories printed about her in the papers. But, listen very carefully for here’s a newsflash: there’s no truth to any of it. It’s all nonsense (probably).

So, it’s those stories that are ruining my week. The papers continue to brain wash the public, who, like sheep, continue to believe everything they read rather than making up their own minds. Oh (they say), I’m furious about that Clarkson bloke. How dare he say such terrible things! I’m going to write a letter of complaint… while completely forgetting how they bitched about Dora Ramcock of number 69 and her ‘downstairs’ personal hygiene issues to their friends.

In summary, if people just used a bit of common sense, asked their own questions, and made their own minds up (rather than jumping to conclusions or being spoon fed a daily dose of outrage) the world would be a much healthier place. And the Jeremy Clarksons of the world would soon crawl back under their rocks, never to be heard from again! * If you have to ask. It does!

Across

7) Heath (4) 8) Omnipotent ruler (8) 9) Everlasting (8) 10) Stupid (4) 11) Leather-like material (5) 13) Temporary bridge (7) 15) The boss (4, 3) 17) Condition (5) 20) Perform instrumentally (4) 21) Unequally (8) 23) Mixed (8) 24) Hemispherical roof (4)

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1) Fate (4) 2) Monastic house (6) 3) Adjusted writings (5) 4) Cold glance (3, 4) 5) Robber (6) 6) Face up (8) 12) Theorist (8) 14) Sense (7) 16) Fungal infection (3, 3) 18) Fashionable (6) 19) Under-privileged (5) 22) Calcium oxide (4)

Last Weekʼs Solutions ACROSS: 1) Paper, 4) Stand up, 8) Illegal, 9) Ulcer, 10) Earl, 11) Overhaul, 13) Ramp, 14) Tube, 16) Improper, 17) Memo, 20) Treat, 21) Collier, 22) Resolve, 23) Gleam.

DOWN: 1) Prime Minister, 2) Polar, 3) Rage, 4) Saliva, 5) Aquarium, 6) Declare, 7) Parallelogram, 12) Immortal, 13) Repress, 15) Rescue, 18) Exile, 19) Flag.

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Due to popular demand a brand new tour has been announce for Mrs Brown’s Boys. ‘Mrs Brown Rides Again’ written by and starring Brendan O’Carroll is part of the hilarious series and will head across the UK to some of the country’s biggest arenas. ‘Mrs Brown Rides Again’ follows the phenomenal success of Sunday’s BAFTA’s with a nomination in the Serial Comedy category for TV series Mrs Brown’s Boys on BBC ONE. Mrs Brown Trilogy of plays (there’s five) is written by and stars Brendan O’Carroll as Mrs Agnes Brown. Audiences in the North of England and Scotland first discovered Mrs Brown over ten years ago, when Mrs Brown went on to break box office records in Liverpool, Manchester, Birmingham, Newcastle, Sunderland, Glasgow and Edinburgh.

The current tour ‘Good Mourning Mrs Brown’ has amassed over 50 shows to rapturous audiences and has already sold-out all 5 nights at Sheffield City Hall in March 2012.

‘Mrs Brown Rides Again’ follows on the heels of ‘Good Mourning Mrs Brown’; Agnes Brown and her dysfunctional family romp their way through what seems to be the mammy’s last days at home.

After hearing a plot, by her children, to have her put into a home, Agnes decides to prove them wrong by displaying a new lease of life. However, this is not going to be as easy as it seems for along the way she must deal with a psychiatrist trying to put her in her place…or maybe away, her son’s gay partner who wants to give birth, her neighbour’s wait for a heart bypass and worst of all, a family secret that everyone seems to know except her.

Mrs Brown’s Boys TV series made its debut on BBC ONE in February of this year and proved an automatic ratings smash for Mrs Agnes Brown, so much so that Auntie Beeb has already commissioned a second series which will return later this year.

Brendan O’Carroll has attributed his TV series’ success to the economic climate and to the British audience’s yearning for better times.

Tickets for the four performances at the Motorpoint Arena Sheffield from the 19th to 22nd September go on general sale on Friday 2nd December priced £19.50 & £29.50 with a strictly limited number of up close + personal tickets @ £39.50 (subject to booking fee). To book call 0114 256 56 56, visit www.motorpointarenasheffield.co.uk or call in person at the Arena Box Office.

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review Red Hot Chili Peppers Motorpoint Arena

After many years since their last gig in Sheffield, the Red Hot Chili Peppers didn’t fail to meet fans expectations- both newer generations and the avid followers from years gone by. Even after 2 decades in the music scene, the band are looking fitter, healthier and still as dedicated to their music.

The show opened with “Fools Gold”. A 5 piece band hailing from Los Angeles, California, set the tone for the evening. There simple stage setting allowed an intimate feeling within the larger stadium surroundings, matching their “live-lounge” style sounds. The band showed their musical skills, with all members of the band being skilled on multiple instruments including bass, percussion, guitar and woodwind.

Their musical style appeared effortless and very eclectic, taking sounds from many different global influences.

Although many songs seemed similar in their writing as many had lengthy introductions and limited lyrics, they did vary in their overall finished sound, allowing us to identify the change of song. The overall sound of Fools Gold can be compared to many bands including Elbow and The Smiths.

Although the Red Hot Chili Peppers were late on stage by 10 minutes, they did not disappoint. Their entrance was marked by an explosion of sound. The intense baseline could be felt physically. The stage was kept similarly simple, with artistic video screens through out. Gimmicks were kept to a minimum, there were no pyrotechnics etc. but the music more than made up for this.

Opening the show with “Monarchy of Roses” everybody came to their feet and remained there. There was a good mix of new and old material, providing a good sing-along with “Dani California” second song in. Through out the show, the band kept up the energy, showing how well they have worked in preparation for the tour. New guitarist Klinghoffer fitted easily into the bands style and swagger, making you feel that you were watching the original line up.

Through out the show, the stage glittered with strobes and lights a plenty, and this energy was reciprocated by the fans getting up, moving and singing along through out. Bassist “Flea” outshined notoriously shy Kiedis as front man through his crowd interaction, even showing his knowledge of the steel city by playing and singing “the greasy chip butty song” famous across the stands of Bramall Lane. Although this was met with mixed reviews from a crowd divided by football, the music soon resumed to the crowds delight.

The band returned for an encore that was to last for 30 minutes. Starting with a phenomenal drum solo, the band ended with classic hits “under the bridge” and “give it away”. Although at times it was hard to hear Kiedis over the band, it was testament to the bands passion for performing live.

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Weekly Psychic Article by Psychic Glynis

Other Forms of Fortune Telling This article discusses other forms of fortune telling following on from those mentioned in my previous article on the 23rd Nov. Divination or Fortune Telling is a method used to predict the future. I have read about numerous methods from the quirky to the ridiculous.

For instance, Metoposcopy - This is when predictions are made based on the pattern of lines on the subject’s face. Ophthalmoscopy works in a similar way but examines the eyes and Onychomancy is an ancient form of divination using fingernails.

Many Aztec Gods were diviners. Many were associated with Tezcatlipoca, a core Mesoamerican god, and the Patron Saint of Sorcery. His name means ‘smoking mirror’ referencing a method of divination called ‘Scrying.’ Divination was considered a Pagan practice but capital punishment was given to those predicting the future.

I have found two lost dogs using a map and a pendulum. If I have a decision to make I will use my pendulum. I have great faith in it.

A few more Methods of Divination: • Astrology - Movement of the celestial bodies • Cartomancy- Readings cards • Chiromancy- Palm Reading • Geomancy- Interprets markings on the ground or the patterns formed by tossed handfuls of soil • I Ching- Divination using coins or yarrow stalks • Numerology- Divination based on numerical patterns • Oneiromancy- A system of dream interpretation • Pyromancy - Divination by means of fire I also use Goddess and Tarot cards. I pick four out to see how my day will progress. If the ‘Tower’ comes out I know it will be a bad day, whereas if the Sun comes out, the day will be good.

A Little Bit Of Research A French Priest called Abbe Mermet made it his mission to prove pendulums really do work. Mermet used his pendulum to find water Pendulum Power Pendulums have been used for thousands of years. underground in Columbia, crude oil in Africa I can remember my Grandma putting my wedding and to locate missing people in several different ring on a piece of cotton when I was pregnant with countries. He had great faith in his pendulum and it my first baby. She held it over my stomach in order was never proven wrong. to determine the baby’s sex. The pendulum circled Why not give Pendulum Dowsing a try? It’s easy to indicate that ‘yes’ I was having a little girl. and it works. Good luck!

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You can balance your lively imagination with practicality and this can be great for coming up with some unusual Christmas gifts, or making your own cards. If you have children, getting into artistic pursuits with them can also be gratifying. Call for more…

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You have encountered some obstacles so far this month, but may have found solace in comfort eating, and enjoying seasonal goodies. The Full Moon also suggests that if there has been any hidden opposition, it can make itself known. Call for more astral advice…

Even if you don’t appreciate surprises, one that’s sprung on you this week could delight. This may bring a job opportunity back into focus. Yet someone close to you may be finding life hard going, which concerns you. Call now for your in-depth forecast…

Be assured Capricorn, that as this month goes on, any subtle sense of disquiet, or feelings of isolation will dissipate and those that are no longer central to your plans, will become increasingly less important in your thinking. Call me now for your in-depth forecast…

This can be a tense time of year, not least because most of us are trying to pack so much in. If you gain satisfaction from getting everything just so, this will only pile pressure on yourself. Instead, commit to just doing your best. Call your prediction line for more…

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NEWS & INFORMATION

WHO WILL BE LEFT HOLDING THE BABY?

ISSUE

930 07/12/11

is provided by grandmothers aged 55 to 64, the very group who in future will have to stay in work longer, followed by grandparents aged and 65 to 74.

• Most grandmothers who provide childcare are retired or not working, but working grandparents (both grandmothers and grandfathers) are Charity warns of ‘care gap’ crisis as more likely to say they provide care, grandmothers providing childcare reflecting the fact that there are many required to stay in work longer more grandparents who are retired Nearly two thirds of grandparents with or not working than those who are grandchildren under 16 are providing still working. childcare, (around 7 million in total), Although the extra money that the often to enable parents to work, with Government has announced for nursery one in five of grandmothers providing places for two year olds and to help with at least 10 hours a week and half of childcare for people working less than mothers relying on grandparents to look 16 hours a week is welcome, the cuts in after their babies when they return from childcare tax credit still mean that many maternity leave. families are facing an extra £500 a year With the state pension age set to rise, in childcare costs. increasing numbers of grandmothers will Denise Murphy, interim Chief Executive be expected to stay in work until they said: reach 65 years old or older, warns the “With childcare costs soaring, many charity. They will have to juggle work parents are becoming increasingly and care, with the extra pressure of an dependent on grandparents to look after ageing population likely to increase the children so they can go to work. But number of older relatives needing help. we think one of the consequences of the The Grandparents Plus report, Doing it raising of the state pension age may be all?, compares British Social Attitudes more mothers giving up work because Survey Data in 1998 and 2009 and grandmothers are no longer available to shows that: provide childcare.

• Young grandmothers aged under The findings provide a stark warning to 50, are the most likely to provide policy makers about the need to support childcare but overall most childcare both childcare and eldercare.

“As the UK’s population ages, there is growing pressure on grandparents go out to work as well as provide care for their grandchildren and often elderly relatives as well. As older people remain longer in the workplace, there is a risk of a serious ‘care gap’ emerging in the provision of informal care for children and older people.

“And for those grandmothers who are forced to leave the workplace to take on caring roles, the increase in the number who are living without a partner places them in a vulnerable position, particularly with welfare reforms being brought in.”

Grandparents Plus is calling for: • Grandparents to have access to flexible working, to support those combining work with childcare.

The charity wants to achieve this by extending the right to request flexible working to all • Parents to have the option of transferring any unused parental leave to a grandparent who is in work.

• More investment in high quality affordable childcare.

• Consideration as to who will be left holding the babies as grandparents are required to stay in work longer.

• A radical overhaul of and greater investment in social care for vulnerable adults.

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

INTRODUCING SHEFFIELD ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE BLIND (SRSB)

101 - A NEW NON-EMERGENCY NUMBER FOR SOUTH YORKSHIRE POLICE

WHEN SHOULD YOU CALL 101?

Jane Furness, SRSB As people get older, many experience failing sight and struggle to read newspapers or their bank statements, bills etc as well as struggling to see their computer screens clearly.

Sheffield Royal Society for the Blind (SRSB) on Mappin Street, just off West Street, may be able to assist you with any difficulties that you are experiencing. They are available to help anybody with sight problems and people do not need to be registered blind or partially sighted to access their services.

SRSB’s services include an equipment centre with a wide range of products, all designed to help people with sight loss to maintain their independence.

Visitors to SRSB

Their team of Community Advice Officers offer a comprehensive support and advice service. They also have a

Library and Information Centre which has a wide range of talking books, a Computer Room to access the latest technology for visually impaired people and several sports, leisure and support groups. If you would like to find out any further information please contact SRSB on 0114 272 2757 or email info@srsb. org.uk or visit www.srsb.org.uk Alongside the services that they offer for people with sight loss, they also work hard to raise awareness about visual impairment as well as awareness of the charity and its services. If you know of any organisation or group that would like to have a presentation about SRSB or would like to participate in the Visual Impairment Awareness Training that they offer, please contact 0114 272 2757 or email info@srsb.org.uk SRSB provides opportunity, support, friendship and services to blind and partially sighted people in Sheffield, helping them to achieve whatever they wish to do and whatever they aspire to be. SRSB is one of Sheffield’s oldest independent local charities, originally formed in 1860.

In November, South Yorkshire Police’s non-emergency number changed to 101, replacing the existing 0114 2202020 number which will be gradually phased out. AII forces in England and Wales will be using 101 as their non-emergency number by early 2012. Every call to 101 will be charged at a 15p flat rate.

The introduction of 101 nationally is to relieve pressure on the 999 service and will enable forces to better prioritise calls.

101 will be a familiar number to residents in Sheffield as a partnership service between South Yorkshire Police and Sheffield City Council has been running in the city since 2006 and currently takes over 5,000 calls per month. Since 2006, Sheffield residents have been able to report police nonemergency incidents and council issues such as vandalism, nuisance noise, abandoned vehicles, fly-tipping and broken street lighting through the same number. From 4 November, everyone in South Yorkshire will be able to contact South Yorkshire Police for non-emergency matters by calling 101. However, currently only Sheffield residents will be able to report council related issues in their neighbourhood through the same number.

In an emergency - when a crime is in progress or life is at risk - always call 999.

Community Assemblies Cabinet in the Community is your chance to put your questions to the City Council’s Cabinet.

South East Thursday, 15 December a “Cabinet in the community” session from 12.15-1.15pm followed by full Community Assembly Meeting at 1.30pm at the Scowerdons Community Centre, Wickfield Grove, S12 4TR – parking available in the Jack in the Box pun car park.

South West Thursday, 15 December a “Cabinet in the community” session from 5.45-6.45pm with business meeting starting at 7pm at the Wesley Hall Methodist Church, Crookes.

CORRESPONDENCE Send comments and letters, or relevant articles either for the Mercury page or the next Newsletter to: Sheffield 50+, Room LG27, The Town Hall, Sheffield, S1 2HH Tel: 2735426 Email: sheffield50plus@yahoo.co.uk www.sheffield50plus.co.uk

When it is less urgent than 999; for general enquiries, to contact local police or to report a crime that has already happened the public should always call 101. Crimes such as the following should always be reported by calling 101: • stolen car • vandalised property or criminal damage • suspicion of someone selling stolen goods • theft such as stolen mobile phones • drunken or rowdy behaviour • suspicion of local drug dealing Sheffield residents can also report council issues using 101, such as: • vandalism and graffiti • nuisance noise • abandoned vehicles • dumping and fly tipping • broken street lighting What are the benefits of 101?

• A single, easy to remember number wherever you are in the county • f1at rate cost, regardless of the duration, provider or whether you are a calling from a mobile • same 24-hour service as 0114 2202020 • reduced burden on the 999 service • better prioritisation of calls, making the police service more efficient and effective.

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FAIRER CARE FUNDING? In his recent “comprehensive spending review” the Chancellor noted that he plans a further 6 years of austerity including £30 billion of additional cuts resulting in 700,000 job losses in the public service. Where does this leave the future of social care?

In its report “Fairer Care Funding” of July 2011, the Dilnott Commission found that the existing system of care funding was neither fair nor sustainable. Expenditure on the current system of care is expected to increase by 40% in real terms between now and 2030 mainly due to an ageing population.

The report recommended that there should be a limit on the payments people should make towards their personal care of between £25,000 - £50,000 after which care would be free. The provision of this care would be means tested but people would receive some support towards this payment if they had capital of less than £100,000. For those in care homes, an additional amount of £7,000 - £10,000 per year would be payable for board and lodging also subject to a residual means test.

The government currently spends £14.5 billion a year on adult social care of which just over half is spent on the elderly.

The commission estimated that if implemented now, the recommendations would cost between £1.3 - £2.2 billion a year on top of that figure.

The government intends to respond to Dilnott in April 2012.

The worsening economic picture gives rise to the concern that any reforms will fail to put the money required into the system.

One of the main concerns has been the unfairness of the means test, which penalises savers and homeowners. One has to be pessimistic that the government will substantially forego this source of income when the strains on social care mean that every penny counts.

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The White Lion - Chantrey - Prince of Wales Feature

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THE WELCOME RETURN OF TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS ENTERTAINMENT AT THREE SHEFFIELD PUBS When Danny Grayson returned to Sheffield after several years working abroad one of the most noticeable changes was the difference in pub life.

Gone were many traditional pubs; the locals, serving their communities with friendly staff and providing good ales and great entertainment.

Before moving abroad to work as an international project and sales manager in Dubai, Singapore and South Africa, Danny had worked for Bass and after extensive training was running pubs for them from age 19.

Originally from Burngreave in Sheffield, Danny’s family settled in Sheffield 8 in 2005. This is an area Danny took to heart and calls it the most fantastic in Sheffield.

THE CHANTREY The first pub Danny acquired is The Chantrey on Chesterfield Road in the centre of Woodseats, taking over in May 2010.

After overseeing The Chantrey’s extensive refurbishment Danny embarked on his dream of recreating the ideal local and during the last 15 months it has become “the place to be.”

Danny says, “There is always something to do on Friday and Saturday nights and this Christmas we have planned a packed schedule of live bands, solo artists, discos and karaoke.”

It is certainly becoming one of the most popular pubs in the area, partly due to Danny’s policy of recruiting and training good staff, who are friendly as well as efficient.

Danny says “the customer is king and all our staff put friendly service first.”

The Chantrey...

THE WHITE LION

So successful has this policy been that Danny was able to expand by gaining the license for The White Lion in January of this year.

Situated on London Road, Heeley, The White Lion is next door to the landmark Ponsfords store. However this hostelry is something of a landmark in itself, as it dates back to 1781, a Georgian era public house that even Blackadder would have found welcoming!

Why? Because The White Lion is that great rarity – a real ale pub with fantastic, live entertainment.

Customers are arriving from all over South Yorkshire to enjoy Danny’s almost unique blend of entertainment, friendly service and great beer.

Ales such as the almost magical Hobgoblin; Sheffields own Abbeydale Brewery range and Thornbridge Brewery’s prize-winning selection are among the vast choice available alongside Tetleys and other national brands. There are between 8 to 14 real ales at any one time.

The White Lion has attracted cask ale drinkers and mature students but increasingly, the wider community are discovering the wide range of quality entertainment.

From rock bands to folk music groups and from solo artists to jazz musicians, the choice is extremely varied. This suits a broad range of fans attracted to Danny’s “back to basics” policy - recreating the 60’s and 70’s ideals of the local being the place for great entertainment.

This Christmas The White Lion is adding even more events such as a traditional Christmas Eve celebration, a 2011 Swansong on 29th December and a New Year’s Eve Countdown.

THE PRINCE OF WALES Just last week Danny expanded his chain of pubs in Sheffield 8 with the management of The Prince of Wales on Derbyshire Lane.

Danny says “It broke my heart to see the pub closed so all I can say is welcome back to your local.” Determined to make this pub the centre of the community, and recreate the atmosphere of The Chantrey and White Lion, Danny is now offering a great choice of cask ales and lagers, plus live football on three high definition TV screens. Live entertainment is scheduled with the excellent Jeff Daniels this Saturday; preceded by a disco night this Friday and again on the 16th and Christmas Eve. On Saturday 17th Tony Lamb will host a Karaoke evening and on New Year’s Eve there will be the Prince of Wales own Countdown Disco.

Makro invites the Trade to visit the newly refurbished Sheffield Store stacked full of Christmas Bargains.

Celebrating 30 years of service to South Yorkshire retailers, licensees, restaurateurs and many other trade customers.

Our Best Wishes to our client Danny Grayson of The White Lion, The Chantrey and now the Prince of Wales.

Parkway Avenue Sheffield, Yorkshire S9 4WD Tel: 0844 445 7445 www.makro.co.uk/sheffield

The Prince of Wales FRIDAY 9TH DECEMBER

DISCO NIGHT

SATURDAY 10TH DECEMBER

JEFF MICHAELS Excellent Live Singer FRIDAY 16TH DECEMBER

KARAOKE withTony Lamb CHRISTMAS EVE

XMAS DISCO NEWYEARS EVE

COUNTDOWN DISCO 150 Derbyshire Lane, Norton Lees, Sheffield S8 8SE Tel: 0114 255 0960 Also see our ads for our companion pubs The Chantrey Arms and The White Lion on Page 17 today

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PLANS FOR 2012 Not one to rest on his laurels, Danny is planning further refurbishments at The White Lion. Already featuring the excellent Victorian Beer Garden, which is highly popular with smokers, there are proposals to take the pub back to its original features with traditional decoration and carpeting.

The Mercury is pleased to have the opportunity to report not one but three genuine success stories from local pubs, and believes that Danny Grayson and his team deserve praise for their hard work. They will say it’s their customers who deserve the best.

The White Lion...

Why not try all three establishments this Christmas, you will not be disappointed.

See their ads in this issue for the full schedule of Christmas and New Year entertainment.

FANTASTIC LEASED BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES IN SHEFFIELD! The Dog & Partridge

56 Trippet Lane, Sheffield S1 4EL • Looking for someone with the vision to re-launch this well known pub • Punch Taverns investment planned • This venue could be transformed into something really different and unique

ABBEYDALE BREWERY

Celebrating 15 years of providing the highest quality real ales to the pubs of Sheffield and further afield.

Our Best Wishes to Danny, provider of the highest quality entertainment at his Sheffield pubs.

Abbeydale Brewery Ltd Unit 8 Aizlewood Road, Sheffield S8 0YX Tel: 0114 281 2712 email: abbeydale@mac.com Web: www.abbeydalebrewery.co.uk

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We at Punch are passionate about our pubs and we want to attract the best partners we can to successfully run pubs as their own business, with our teams in support.

INTEREST? Call the recruitment team on 0844 848 3264 or visit our website www.punchpubs.co.uk

Ossett Brewery wish Danny every continued success

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6.00 The Chase 7.00 This Is Justin Bieber 8.00 The X Factor Final 10.00 Piers Morganʼs Life Stories: Peter Andre 11.00 ITV News & Weather 11.15 Film: Nutty Professor II: The Klumps 1.10 The Zone

Channel 4 6:10 The Hoobs 6:35 Offshore Academy 7:00 The Great Ethiopian Run 7:55 The Morning Line 8:55 T4: Smallville 9:55 T4: The Crush With KFC Krushems 10:25 T4: Example Backstage 11:00 T4: Real Stories: Eminem 12:00 T4: The Big Bang Theory 12:35 T4: The Big Bang Theory 1:05 T4: The Simpsons 1:40 Channel 4 Racing From Cheltenham And Doncaster 3:55 Come Dine With Me 4:25 Come Dine With Me 4:55 Come Dine With Me 5:25 Come Dine With Me 5:55 Come Dine With Me 6:25 Channel 4 News 6:55 4thought.Tv 7:00 Kirstieʼs Handmade Christmas 20:00 Tony Robinsonʼs Gods And Monsters: Disease 9:00 Film: Vicky Cristina Barcelona 11:00 Film: Double Jeopardy 1:00 Film: Unmade Beds

Five 6.00 Peppa Pig 6.05 Fifi and the Flowertots 6.15 Fireman Sam 6.25 Harry and His Bucket Full of Dinosaurs 6.40 Castle Farm 6.45 Igam Ogam 6.55 Roobarb and Custard Too 7.05 The Milkshake! Show 7.25 Funky Valley 7.30 Make Way for Noddy 7.50 Bert and Ernieʼs Great Adventures 8.00 Little Princess 8.15 The Adventures of Bottle Top Bill and His Best Friend Corky 8.30 Angelina Ballerina 8.50 Rupert Bear 9.00 Ben and Hollyʼs Little Kingdom 9.15 The Mr. Men Show 9.25 Roary the Racing Car 9.45 Mist: Sheepdog Tales 10.00 Animal Rescue Squad 10.20 The Gadget Show 11.20 Highland Emergency 11.50 Film: Boyfriend for Christmas 1.40 Film: All I Want for Christmas 3.25 Film: The Christmas Gift 5.10 Film: Single Santa Seeks Mrs Claus 6.55 5 News Weekend 7.00 NCIS 8.00 NCIS 9.00 Tommy Cooperʼs Christmas 10.05 Morecambe and Wise Christmas Special 11.10 Sex, Drugs and Rock ʻnʼ Roll: The 60s Revealed 12.10 SuperCasino

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6:00 Breakfast 7:30 Match of the Day 9:00 The Andrew Marr Show 10:00 Fern Britton Meets... Russell Watson 11:00 Country Tracks 12:00 The Politics Show 1:00 EastEnders 2:55 The Impressions Show 3:25 A Question of Sport 3:55 Frozen Planet 4:55 Songs of Praise 5:30 BBC News 5:45 Regional News and Weather 5:55 Countryfile 6:55 Strictly Come Dancing Results 7:30 Antiques Roadshow 8:30 Inspector George Gently 10:00 BBC News 10:25 Regional News and Weather 10:30 Match of the Day 2 11:30 Have I Got a Bit More News for You 12:10 Weatherview

BBC Two 6:00 Little Robots 6:10 The Large Family 6:20 Finley the Fire Engine 6:35 Bob the Builder: Project Build It 6:45 Mike the Knight 7:00 Roar 7:30 Arthur 7:50 Dennis & Gnasher 8:05 League of Super Evil 8:15 Jinx 8:35 Winginʼ It 9:00 Sam & Markʼs Big Friday Wind Up 10:00 Something for the Weekend 11:30 Hairy Bikersʼ Best of British 12:15 Coast 12:30 Athletics: European Cross Country Championships 2:15 Snooker: UK Championship 6:00 Flog It! 7:00 The Partyʼs Over: How the West Went Bust 8:00 Snooker: UK Championship 11:00 Rev 11:30 Never Mind the Buzzcocks 12:00 Film: Full Frontal

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6:45 Mike the Knight 7:00 Gimme a Break 7:25 Trust Me Iʼm a Genie 7:40 Leon 7:45 Pet Squad 7:55 Newsround 8:00 Copycats 8:25 Iconicles 8:50 Lulu Zipadoo 9:05 Tinga Tinga Tales 9:20 Something Special 9:40 Charlie and Lola 9:55 ZingZillas 10:15 Harry and Toto 10:25 Louie 10:35 Octonauts 10:45 Waybuloo 11:05 In the Night Garden 11:35 The Pink Panther Show 12:00 The Daily Politics 12:30 GMT with George Alagiah 1:00 Coast 1:15 Trash to Cash 2:15 The Weakest Link 3:00 Escape to the Country 3:45 Hairy Bikersʼ Best of British 4:30 Flog It! 5:15 Coast 6:00 Celebrity Eggheads 6:30 Strictly Come Dancing - It Takes Two 7:00 Return of the Lost Boys of Sudan 8:00 University Challenge 8:30 MasterChef: The Professionals 9:00 I Had The X Factor... 25 Years Ago: A Wonderland Special 10:00 Never Mind the Buzzcocks 10:30 Newsnight 11:20 Mark Zuckerberg: Inside Facebook 12:20 BBC News

ITV 1 6.00 Daybreak 8.30 Lorraine 9.25 The Jeremy Kyle Show 10.30 This Morning 11.25 ITV News 11.30 This Morning 12.30 Loose Women 1.30 ITV News & Weather 2.00 May the Best House Win 3.00 Dickinsonʼs Real Deal 4.00 Murder, She Wrote 5.00 Best Dish: The Chefs 6.00 Calendar News 6.30 ITV News & Weather 7.00 Emmerdale 7.30 Coronation Street 8.00 Countrywise Kitchen 8.30 Coronation Street 9.00 The Real Thumbelina 10.00 ITV News at Ten & Weather 10.35 Film: We Own the Night 12.40 The Zone

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11:40 Film: Heavenly Creatures 1:15 Weatherview

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The campaign, launched by road safety minister Mike Penning, will include radio advertising, posters in pub bathrooms, online search activity and targeted Facebook advertising to remind drivers of the personal consequences of a drink-drive conviction.

It is aimed at young men aged 17 to 29 and runs from 1 December to 1 January.

Lee out of Frite Night plus the one and only Mr Carl Taylor.

They have live acts on here Saturday nights and last night THINK! has also teamed up tool, either online or via it was, yes you’ve got it, the with Coca-Cola’s Designated smart phones. one and only Mr Steve Black Penning said: “The number Driver campaign to offer with his comedy vocals and On my travels last Saturday of drink drive deaths has drivers across the country tricks, which everybody was night I went to The fallen by more than 75% free soft drinks at venues enjoying. To say it was a new Bagshawe Arms and was this Christmas as part of the since 1979, but drink driving met with a lovely welcome venue there were quite a few in is still devastating lives with from the new management Driver Friendly campaign. and I can see this venue taking Paul and Angela.The pub has off. Best of luck to Paul and around 250 people killed in Drivers will be able to find collisions where a driver was been refurbished to a very high Angela, I hope everything goes participating venues using well for you. standard and I can remember the Coca-Cola ‘Pub Finder’ over the limit last year.

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You probably wouldn’t think about going to a club nowadays to read a newspaper or to use it like a library. But in the very early days of clubs, that is exactly what many working men did, just like their higher class Victorian contemporaries in gentlemen’s clubs.

For some early club founders, the educational aspects came first and foremost. To have a place with newspapers and books to read quietly was a bit of a luxury. High taxes made many newspapers RADIO NIGHTINGALE unaffordable to the working classes MAGIC AM

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by Trevor Thomas several could be made available Radio Nightingale broadcasts Have you started the dreaded for the whole membership. The round the clock to provide Christmas shopping yet? cost would come out of their entertainment for the patients annual subs. Likewise with books I mentioned an interesting bit of the Rotherham General and other reading material- it of research the other day on the Hospital. An admission to Breakfast Show which shows that was there for common usage. hospital can be a disorientating That is why many clubs chose to your present choices dictate a lot and isolating experience as add ‘Reading Room’ onto their about your character! every day is the same and time name. The CIU’s Reverend Solly ‘Procastinator’ – You feel the becomes elongated as normal pressure to get the choice right, so encouraged educational aspects of routines are broken. With the club life and in 1863 a circulating comfort provided by Radio you put it off Nightingale many patients ‘Practical giver’ – Rather than face library was introduced. This was report being better able to relax the decision, you go for a gift card a box of books going between Head Office and various clubs and take the rest they need to or money for the members’ enjoyment and support their recovery.

‘Provider’ – This is someone who learning. It reached a circulation Radio Nightingale is run by buys items they think the receiver of 10,000 in 1893 and this figure volunteers and the whole cost needs rose to 110,000 in 1912, with 888 of running the station must be ‘Do Gooder’ – A person who gives boxes doing the rounds. There was covered by fundraising activities gifts that encourage their own clearly a big demand for books. to keep the service on the air to the tastes or beliefs, like a wife who Educational activities also included patients of the Rotherham General gives husband a shirt because she participation in competitions such Hospital. think he’s not dressing well as history and essay writing. In Local businesses can show your ‘Pleasers’ – You aim to give 1884, the CIU held an examination support for Radio Nightingale by something the recipient would like, with the first prize in history going sponsoring programmes on Radio even if it’s not something they’d to William Johnson of Bedworth, Nightingale. who went on to win it for the want for themselves The sponsorship credits would next five years. He later became I think I’m a combination of all mention the company name, some the MP for that area. Such an of these sorts of people, and I information about the company, certainly have yet to hit the shops! example of what learning could do along with the company contact Well here in the final month of the probably encouraged the use of the details. How many hours of circulating library and club reading broadcasting you want to sponsor year we’re giving you a chance rooms. For those who just wanted to win something that might do is completely up to you. If to listen to something interesting, pantomime tickets all through this you’re interested in sponsoring there were speakers and talks week. a programme please get in touch about history, politics and other TV star Margi Clarke is playing on 01709 304244 – you’ll be subjects. As more clubs installed the Wicked Queen in Sleeping surprised at how many hours you bars and offered entertainment, Beauty, this year’s offering at can afford! educational activities declined but Sheffield Lyceum. Just tune in to didn’t completely disappear. Some my Breakfast Show and you could speakers complained about not Don’t forget to enter this weeks be one of the first to catch it.

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Nowadays, many clubs do have Radio Nightingale broadcasts books available: you can usually 24 hours a day, 7 days a week find a bookcase where members for the patients and staff of the leave ones they have read for Rotherham General Hospital on others to pick up. Romance and 945 &1350mw and Hospedia. For crime are probably the most more information about the station popular genres. But in amongst the visit www.radionightingale.org.uk collections, you might still find a little gem or two. Have a look next Current volunteer vacancies: time you are down your club. With many local libraries closing down • Fundraiser due to the cuts, perhaps there is • Saturday sports space to have a bit more on offer in show presenter terms of reading for members and • Football commentator their families. The library function perhaps could be revived to some Contact us on 01709 304244 for extent and newspaper reading. more information on volunteering.

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COLIN’S NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY Tickets £3

FROM FRIDAY 7TH OCTOBER 2 PEOPLE DINING - 3 COURSES & A POPULAR HOUSE WINE £12.99 EACH NOW TAKING BOOKINGS FOR CHRISTMAS LUNCHES & DINNERS. OPEN CHRISTMAS DAY NIGHT 6PM TO 12MIDNIGHT (NO FOOD)

Station Street • Swinton • S64 8PU Telephone: 01709 582 329

FREE ENTRY - OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Zumba Classes

Every Tue, Wed, Thurs 7-8pm Only £3 per person Saturday 10th December

ELAINE KING

VOCAL COMIC Friday 23rd December

SARAH CAVE

LADY GAGA TRIBUTE ACT Boxing Day - 1PM to 4PM

KIDS PARTY

Boxing Day - Evening

CONNECTIONS Male Duo New Year’s Eve

DISCO & ENTERTAINMENT

Tuesdays - BUSKER’S NIGHT Fridays - DISCO Saturdays - KARAOKE NIGHT

CARVERY 7 DAYS A WEEK FROM £4.50

KIDS EAT FREE FROM MAIN MENU FRIDAY & SATURDAY

Free Bottle of House Wine with Every Booking Minimum 2 People When ordering Main Meal

FRIDAYS

10oz Fish & Chips with Peas, Bread & Butter, Tea or Coffee - All for £5.99

COFFEE £1.99 - PINT OF COKE £2.60 with as many Re-Fills as you like!

OPEN ALL DAY FOR FOOD 9am - 8pm Bar Opens at 11am

BINGO MONDAY Cash Prizes DANCING WITH RAY Line Dancing & Sequence Dancing with Tuition Spot Waltz with Prizes

TUESDAY

POKER NIGHT Private League & Cash Games POOL LEAGUE New Members Wanted

WEDNESDAY

FAMILY GAMES NIGHT

THURSDAY

DARTS LEAGUE Come & Join Our League SING A LONG With Bill & Pete, Singers Welcome FULL SIZE SNOOKER & POOL TABLE SUPERB FUNCTION ROOM Air Conditioned, Private Bar, Seats 150, Catering, Live DJ - For Any Occasion Saturday 10th December

ARCHERY CLUB

Coming Soon New Members Welcome

SECOND JOURNEY

Sunday 11th December

CK2

First Saturday of Every Month

HANDSWORTH

DJ BIG BIRD EVERY WEEKEND

455 Handsworth Road - Handsworth - S13 9DD Tel: 0114 269 2525

Mags & Michael Welcome You To

Weekend Live Entertainment

THE ANGLERS REST

Richmond Park Road - Handsworth - Sheffield Telephone: 0114 2430958 /0114 2442978

WEDNESDAY NIGHTS

BINGO 7PM TO 10PM THURSDAY NIGHTS

WMC

Sunday 11th December

CAMELEONZ

FOOD SERVED DAILY WITH SPECIAL OFFERS INCLUDING DRINKS OFFERS

CASH & BEER PRIZES & JACKPOT

A GREAT CHOICE OF 4 CURRIES

EVERY SUNDAY NIGHT - KARAOKE GET UP AND HAVE A SING!

SATURDAY 10TH DECEMBER

ALISON

QUIZ NIGHT 9:00PM MONDAY

2 COURSE MEAL 2 GAMES OF BINGO & SING-A-LONG

ON THE 52 BUS ROUTE

Starting Soon Monday Night Poker

Tel: 0114 2693 057

Tuesday Night Bingo

QUIZ NIGHT

Cash Prizes To Be Won

Every Tuesday - Games Night

Dart, Dominoes & Crib Anyone Interested Call & See Jill Or Steve 9pm Onwards In The Snug Come & Join In Or Sit And Listen

Every Thursday - Quiz Night

Free Raffle, Gallon Of Beer For Quiz Winner, £100 Tote Prize To Be Won, Lucky 13 Card Bingo

Every Sunday - Can U Jam?

7:30pm Til Late, A Well Established & Well Run Jam Session. Everyone Welcome To Participate On Stage Or Just Come & Enjoy The Talent On Show

Large Function Room Available For Hire In House DJ, Buffets Catered For

Homemade Food Available

Sunday 12noon to 6pm Homemade Onion Pudding & Stew, Chilli, Curry Or Vegetarian Option Available

Friday 23rd December Xmas Party Night

Sunday 11th December

STEFFI ACKROYD Sunday 18th December

Function Room Available For Hire, Parties, Weddings, Funerals Etc... up to 150 persons

THE VICTORY CLUB 134 MAIN ROAD - DARNALL - SHEFFIELD TEL: 0114 244 2134

( EVERY 10 MINUTES)

Westend WMC Malin Bridge Inn Woodhouse 149 Sheffield Road Sheffield Anyone Interested Call & See Jill Or Steve

UD SUNDAYS CASH BINGO & 5 NUMBER BINGO

FUNCTION ROOM

A Warm Welcome from Jill & Steve

Holme Lane, Sheffield, S6 4J2 Tel: 0114 2348241

CRAIG OFFERS A WARM WELCOME TO CUSTOMERS OLD AND NEW

NEW HOURS

FREE TO HIRE -FULL FACILITIES

£6.50 ALL IN

Cricket Inn Road, Sheffield Telephone: 07533543549

NOW OPEN SAT & SUN 12NOON - 11:30PM

PENSIONERS SPECIAL From 3rd December - 23rd December

Monday To Wednesday Afternoons (2pm - 5pm)

PARK GARDENERS

DAVEY NICHOLLS LUX DE LUX

Saturday 10th December

WITH BOB & SUE

CURRY & A DRINK - £5.99

Every Wednesday - Acoustic Night

Mondays - QUIZ NIGHT - Win up to £500!

UNDER NEW BAR MANAGEMENT

E3

MONDAY

FOR A GALLON OF BEER + BINGO TUESDAY

POKER NIGHT

£10 ENTRY - ALL MONEY PAID OUT WEDNESDAY

DANCE NIGHT & BINGO

MODERN SEQUENCE, BALLROOM, LATIN AMERICAN

THURSDAY

DOMINO KNOCK OUT SUNDAY

BINGO/ OPEN THE BOX FRIDAY 9TH DECEMBER

MARCUS

SATURDAY 10TH DECEMBER

NO CONTEST

AIR CONDITIONED - EXTERNAL SMOKING AREA

FOR THAT SPECIAL OCCASION UP TO 100 PEOPLE WEDDING RECEPTIONS, PRIVATE PARTIES, FUNERALS WITH DISCRETION, BUSINESS MEETINGS & CONFERENCES RING 0114 244 2134 FOR DETAILS

Every Friday - QUIZ & BINGO

in the CONCERT ROOM + PLAY YOUR CARDS RIGHT

Every Monday - BINGO & QUIZ in the Lounge Every Thursday - LADIES BINGO NIGHT - CASH PRIZES

Sunday 11th December

CASSI KENNEDY Sunday 18th December

PAUL DAVID

NORTHERN SOUL NIGHTS SATURDAY 26TH NOVEMBER

MEMBERS & AFFILIATED FRIENDS MOST WELCOME

The North’s largest entertainment weekly, telephone our sales team to get your advert on these pages 0114 276 3633 opt.1

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Tel: 0114 285 1118 - www.bradfieldbrewery.co.uk E4 Handsworth Social Club

13 Hall Road, Sheffield 0114 269 3019

FRIDAY 9TH DECEMBER

Friday 9th December

1st & 3rd Friday of Every Month

SATURDAY 10TH DECEMBER

SUE & PAUL’S SING - A- LONG

WITH MYSTERY GUEST ARTISTS PLAY YOUR CARDS RIGHT & FUN QUIZ BINGO

WED28TH DECEMBER 12NOON - 3PM

FIRTH BROWN’S REUNION

COMING SOON...

CHRISTMAS STARS IN THEIR EYES EVERY MONDAY & THURSDAY QUIZ NIGHT IN THE LOUNGE WITH SEAN 5 Number Bingo, Spin The Wheel

EVERY WEDNESDAY SENIOR CITIZENS LUNCH

12 NOON - WITH LIVE ENTERTAINMENT, BINGO, SANDWICHES ETC FREE FUNCTION ROOM FOR HIRE

MEADOW

FARM

Bar & Restaurant

The Fox

Robin Lane, Beighton, Sheffield 0114 247 9613

NEW ROOM SHOWING

SUPERB MEALS IN THE CARVERY RESTAURANT

WEEKDAY CARVERY £6.15

CHILDREN & OAP - SMALL CARVERY - £4.15

WEEKEND & BANK HOLIDAY CARVERY CHILDREN & OAP - SMALL CARVERY - £4.40 ADULTS - £7.45

MONDAY - FRIDAY

OAP SPECIAL - SMALL CARVERY & SWEET - £5.95

SATURDAY 10TH DECEMBER

RACHEL RAYNOR

SATURDAY 17TH DECEMBER

ROBBIE MARTIN

EVERY WEDNESDAY

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE & MUSIC

QUIZ NIGHT

AND LOTS MORE . . .

PRIZES GALORE, TOTALLY FREE QUIZ WITH A £30 MEAL VOUCHER UP FOR GRABS. STARTS 8:30PM EVERY WEEK. COME & ENJOY WITH YOUR HOST RUSS ELLIOTT. CHASE THE ACE & PICTURE CARD BINGO

Nether Lane, Ecclesfield, Sheffield 0114 240 1155

ON TWO DIGITAL SCREENS NEW MENU & CHRISTMAS FAYRE BOOK FOR CHRISTMAS NOW

Thursday QUIZ & IRISH BINGO BEER VOUCHER PRIZES FREE REFRESHMENTS

FOOD SERVED ALL DAY

UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT Katie Welcomes You To ...

THE RIDGEWAY ARMS QUARRY HILL, MOSBOROUGH, SHEFFIELD S20 5AZ TEL: 0114 2477111

FOOD SERVED 7 DAYS FUNCTION ROOM

FOR PRIVATE PARTIES - 120 COVERS IDEAL FOR CHRISTAMS/NEW YEAR FUNCTIONS WITH DANCE FLOOR & MUSIC

CHRISTMAS DINNER DANCE 10TH, 16TH & 19TH DECEMBER BOOK EARLY - 7PM PROMPT £18.95 PER TICKET

NEW YEAR’S EVE BUFFET £12 - BOOK TICKETS IN ADVANCE - MOTOWN MUSIC

BOOK NOW

CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION MENU 2 COURSES ONLY £8.99 / 3 COURSES ONLY £9.99 KIDS - 2 COURSES ONLY £4.99 / 3 COURSES ONLY £6.39

AMPLE PARKING - COACHES WELCOME

Monday

VAVOOM

Sunday 11th December

SUNDAY 11TH DECEMBER

137 London Road, Sheffield S2 4LE, Tel: 0114 2550 163

BIG BEAT

Saturday 10th December

BEV BROOKES

Old Crown Inn Pool Night - New Members Welcome

SEAN’S BINGO

£700 - 11 KEYS - 5 NUMBER BINGO

UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT

Gemma and Mike Welcome You To...

Wednesday

Poker Night - 8:30pm Start

LITTLE ANT L.A. KARAOKE 2nd & 4th Friday of Every Month

JIMMY DEAN

NORTHERN SOUL & MOTOWN

BINGO EVERY NIGHT EXCEPT MONDAY & WEDNESDAY - 9:15pm Start EVERY WEDNESDAY BALLROOM DANCING WITH TUITION

SUNDAY 11TH DECEMBER (4-6PM)

SATURDAY 10TH DECEMBER

CHRIS DIAMOND CHILDRENS XMAS PARTY

Free of charge - Come down & register

BOUNDARY ACADEMY NOW OPEN AT JORDANTHORPE PARKWAY, S8 8BU! Saturday 10th December

LIVE TERTAINMENT

JOHN DARREN

EN

EVERY Y SATURDA

PRIVATE MEMBERS CLUB NEW MEMBERS WELCOME - JUST COME IN AND JOIN!!!

INSTANT MEMBERSHIP

£2.50 A PINT

£2.30 A PINT

• NEWLY REFURBISHED FULL SIZE SNOOKER TABLE • FAMILIES WELCOME • CHILDREN’S PLAY AREA • DISCO’S • LARGE FREE CAR PARK • ROOM HIRE • THREE FOOTBALL PITCHES FOR HIRE • ASK ABOUT OUR LOW RATE!

TEL: 07957 975032 SHEFFIELD LANE WMC SOUTHEY

FIND US ON FACEBOOK SEARCH FOR BOUNDARY ACADEMY

45 Hatfield House Lane, Sheffield S5 6HU

0114 2457 806

Fully Air-Conditioned Concert Room & Lounge

Friday 9th December

RED Saturday 10th December HEROES Sunday 11th December

THE KENNY LYNNE SHOW

SOCIAL CLUB

Southey Green Road, Sheffield, S5 7QQ

TEL: 0114 2325768 / 0114 2311101

Thursday 8th December

JADE ADAMS

Saturday 10th December

ROADHOUSE

Sunday 11th December

ONE WAY

Tuesday 13th December

Thursday 15th December

Friday 16th December

Saturday 17th December

CAMEO

ADRENALIZE

SUNDAY LUNCH TIMES & TUESDAY NIGHTS

DARREN YORKE RED

MONDAY AFTERNOONS

Sunday 18th December

WEDNESDAYS from 8pm Start All are welcome in the Concert Room

Thursday 22nd December

Sequence & Modern Dancing Sequence & Modern Dancing

BINGO EVERY NIGHT WE ARE HOLDING OUR BEER PRICES

CHILDREN ARE WELCOME IN THE CONCERT ROOM ON SUNDAY LUNCH TIMES & TUESDAY NIGHTS

POPAGANDA JON ALEX

Frequent bus service routes: 20,97, 98, 33, & 83 (to & from the club)

FULLY AIR-CONDITIONED

Regional Club Listings

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BRADFIELD BREWERY

Quality Real Ales brewed using the Finest Malts, Traditional Hops and Natural Spring Water

RAWMARSH TRADES EAST DENE & LABOUR CLUB SOCIAL CLUB LTD

Roy & Libby Welcome You To...

THE WHITE HORSE 104 Halifax Rd, Wadsley Bridge S6 1LH - Tel: 0114 2854118

DONCASTER RD, ROTHERHAM TEL: 01709 363323

Wednesday Night Drinks Offers

John Smiths £2.20, Carling £2.50, Strongbow £2.50, Magners £2.50

THURSDAY 8TH DECEMBER

ENTERTAINERS WANTED FOR FUTURE FRIDAY NIGHTS

Top Keyboard Vocalist

ROB RUSSELL

Friday Night Artists

SATURDAY 10TH DECEMBER

ELITE

December 9th

KEVIN MICHAEL

Excellent Male Duo Featuring Lee Camm

PAUL BARRY

Excellent 4 Piece All Live Group

SUNDAY 11TH DECEMBER

HEROES

December 16th

MONDAY & WEDNESDAY

BINGO

Disco / Karaoke with DJ Coops

Every Saturday from 7:30pm

TUESDAY

QUIZ

Delicious Sunday Roast - Eat In, Take Out & Delivery Function Room For Hire - Free of Charge

SOUL NIGHT

The Stag

7:30 Onwards, Bar Until 11:15pm MEMBERS & AFFILIATED MEMBERS ONLY SNACK BAR OPEN SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS

40 Market Square, Woodhouse S13 7JX TEL: 0114 2889288

Come and Try Our Fabulous

9TH DECEMBER RODGER 23RD DECEMBER CHARLIE DON’T SURF 6TH JANUARY PISTON BROKE 13TH JANUARY MAG 7

12noon - 2pm & 5pm - 7pm Monday to Friday & Sunday

Fridays - 9pm

Bar Abbey

Abbey Snooker Club The Old Abbeydale Cinema 387 Abbeydale Road S7 1FS

07884 051005

ALL WELCOME TO VISIT

THE PEGGY TUB

New Rd, Stocksbridge S36 2EJ

TEL: 0114 288 2142

FRIDAY 9TH DECEMBER

VAMP

Classic Rock

FRIDAY 16TH DECEMBER

GLAM ROCKZ 70s Glam Rockers

EVERY SUNDAY

KARAOKE 4pm until 9pm

ALL WELCOME 2 SNOOKER TABLES SEPARATE POOL ROOM PRIVATE FUNCTION ROOM WITH FREE HIRE

In the Old Lounge 9:30 Start

FRIDAY 23RD DECEMBER

Tracey & Barry Welcome You To....

Entertainment @ Bar Abbey

E5

COACH PARTIES ACCEPTED BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

Whiteley Avenue, Monkwood Estate, Rawmarsh, Rotherham, S62 7QS Tel: 01709 522825

Saturday 10th December

PRIVATE FUNCTION Sunday 11th December

POCKET ROCKET FROM AUGUST THE 3RD & EVERY WEDNESDAY TO FOLLOW - AUCTION NIGHT

ALBION ROAD 29 Albion Road - Rotherham Centre Tel: 01709 512545

Top Weekend Entertainment Friday 9th December

HARLENE EVANS BAND Saturday 10th December Traditional NIKITA Home Cooked Food STEVIE STEPHENSON Sunday 11th December THE RICHIE TAYLOR TRIBUTE SHOW Tuesday 13th December CARRIE MICHAELS

SILVERWOOD GREASBROUGH MINERS WELFARE

CARVERY

WMC

Church Street, Greasbrough, Rotherham

Doncaster Road, Dalton, Rotherham, S65 3ET

CHILDREN ALLOWED ON WEDNESDAYS BUT NO CHILDREN ALLOWED ON SATURDAYS

FRI 16TH DECEMBER

01709 551117

EVERY TUESDAY JIMMY JONES QUIZAOKE EVERY FRIDAY NORTHERN SOUL WITH FAT PIGGY EVERY SATURDAY BARRY’S KARAOKE SHOW EVERY THURSDAY & SUNDAY POKER NIGHT - CALL FOR DETAILS

Wednesday 7th December

BAND OF BROTHERS Saturday 10th December

BEARDSMITH

Sunday 11th December

IGNITION

Wednesday 14th December

ALL WELCOME

It all happens at The Stag!!

Fairway Inn

BIG STEVE & THE HEADLINERS

BATTLE OF THE BANDS

CHICAGO INNOCENCE EAST STREET

£4 PER TICKET OR £4.50 ON THE DOOR TEL: 01709 854074

9 Birley Lane, Sheffield, S12 3BP Tel: 0114 2653692

BIRDWELL CLUB/VENUE

CHRISTMAS FAYRE

SAT 31ST DEC - NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY

Sheffield Road, Birdwell, Barnsley

Come & Join us for our CHRISTMAS FAYRE until Saturday 7th January 2012

TICKET ONLY, LIMITED SPACES (8PM - 1AM) 14 yrs + (£15) 6 yrs to 13yrs (£6.50) 0 to 5yrs Free Entry (Ticket still required)

www.birdwellvenue.com

SAT 17TH DEC CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY

TUES 10TH JAN SING-A-LONG WITH ANGIE

(2PM - 4:30PM) Tickets Only £5 Each Age 0 to 12 yrs, Limited Space - Ticket Only

An Old Time Sing-a-long 20% Discount - Ask For Details

THURS 29TH DEC - 7:30PM

FRI 17TH FEB

JON ALEX

Top Vocalist - Professional Free Entry

THE MOODE 60s - 70s Band

We do hope you can join us, for any more information please contact Kim, Phil or a member of the team.

FOOD OFFERS CARVERY - £3.99 (MONDAY TO SATURDAY), £5.99 (SUNDAY) CURRY NIGHT £5.99 INC. A DRINK (WED), GRILL NIGHT £5.75 INC. A DRINK (THURS)

01226 742377

EVERY FRIDAY

LIVE ROCK ‘N’ ROLL

Saturday 10th December

THIN LIZZY EXPERIENCE

Sunday 11th December

RHYTHM & BLUES NIGHT KING BEES TICKETS £2

Saturday 17th December

DR FEELGOOD ORIGINAL BAND TICKETS £10

The North’s largest entertainment weekly, telephone our sales team to get your advert on these pages 0114 276 3633 opt.1

Sponsored by

BRADFIELD BREWERY

Quality Real Ales brewed using the Finest Malts, Traditional Hops and Natural Spring Water

MOOR MW BRIMINGTON MASTIN TEL: 01246 472547 SOCIAL CLUB

EVERY MONDAY Quiz & Bingo TUESDAY - STAR TIME SPECIAL See Our Other Advert for Details

EVERY THURSDAY Dancing with Resident Organist EVERY FRIDAY Bingo + Open The Box WEDNESDAY 7TH DECEMBER - Live Entertainment

RENISHAW ROAD, MASTIN MOOR, CHESTERFIELD

Saturday 10th December

NEV JAMES

LINE DANCING EVERY THURSDAY Doors 7:30pm WITH TUITION FROM JEAN & TERRY

AUCTION EVERY TUESDAY NIGHT 6:30PM LOTTING STARTS - 12NOON

SPENCER KING 2 HOT NEWBOLD WMC Thirlmere Road, Newbold, Chesterfield, S41 8EJ TABU Saturday 10th December POOL & DARTS AVAILABLE EVERY NIGHT SATURDAY 10TH DECEMBER - Live Entertainment SUNDAY 11TH DECEMBER - Live Entertainment

HIGH STREET, BRIMINGTON, CHESTERFIELD - 01246 233700 For Extra Information please Try our website

www.brimingtonsocialclub.co.uk

The Dusty Miller

Friday 16th December

HARLEM NIGHTS MOTOWN TRIBUTE NIGHT Saturday 17th December

UK NUMBER ONE ROD STEWART TRIBUTE Every Wednesday

Saturday 10th December

SCOTT ANSON SHANE STEVENS Sunday 11th December

Tuesday Night Auction - 7pm - Finish

CARVERY FROM £4.60, FOOD SERVED ALL DAY

Large Function Room For Hire Holds 250 People Available for Weddings, Birthdays, Parties etc.

Jack-In-A-Box 117 Silkstone Road, Frecheville S12 4RP

Tel: 07721 052574

FRIDAY 9TH DECEMBER

Saturday 10th December

Every Monday - 6PM to 7PM ZUMBA 7:30PM SKIP TRICKS WITH TUITION

MARTIN REYNOLDS

Saturday 17th December

RAY DAVID

BINGO EVERY NIGHT

Every Wednesday - AUCTION

LOTTING 12 NOON - AUCTION STARTS 7PM Followed by BINGO - 9:30pm start

BIKERS WELCOME

Every Thursday - DISCO KARAOKE

SAT 10TH DEC GARY LANE SUN 11TH DEC MICHAEL BENN FUNCTION ROOM AVAILABLE

138 Main Road, Renishaw S31 9UW - Tel: 01246 434 157

Thursday 8th December

KATIE RHODES

Saturday 10th December

SYMMETRY

Chester Street, Chesterfield T: 01246 234200

Bingo Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday

CASK ALES NOW BEING SERVED

Sheffield Road, Whittington Moor, Chesterfield - 01246 450 770

CLUB CHESTERFIELD

ROCK N ROLL NIGHT

WITH ROBINSON JAM (PAST MASTERS) FREE ENTRY & DRINKS OFFERS

MINERS SOCIAL CLUB

Station Lane, Old Whittington, Chesterfield Tel: 01246 451961

EVERY THURSDAY COUNTRY & WESTERN

For Details Contact N.M.W.C on 01246 278849

GLAM ROCK TRIBUTE NIGHT

OLD WHITTINGTON

Sunday 11th December

Friday 9th December

Saturday 10th December

THE RED LION Real Ale & Mild Beer

RENISHAW M.W.

CONNOR

ROY ORBISON & GENE PITNEY TRIBUTE

Maureen Welcomes You To

E6

SARAH SCOTT

Sheffield Road, Barlborough, S43 4TW Near Chesterfield (2 mins off jct 30, M1)

Tel: 01246 810 507

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Tuesday 13th December

SENIOR CITIZENS PARTY WITH SEBASTIAN MALE ENTERTAINER Thursday 15th December

CHRIS RADDINGS We Show

AIR CONDITIONING

&

TO ADVERTISE YOUR VENUE PLEASE CALL 0114 276 3633

THESE ARE YOUR CLUBS WHEATLEY W.M.C - USE ʻEM OR LOSE ʻEM JOIN NOW GREAT NIGHTS OUT – Morley Road, Doncaster DN1 2TN Tel: 01302 360984

ONE OF THE VERY BESTAROUND FOR LIVE ENTERTAINMENT ALL SKY SPORTS FREE POOL ALL DAY EVERY DAY FREE FUNCTION ROOM HIRE

AND ALWAYS THE GREATEST VALUE AROUND! NEW MEMBERS WELCOME POLITE REMINDER – DONʼT FORGET YOUR SUBS ARE DUE SOON! CALLING ALL CLUBS...

NEW MEMBERS WELCOME! APPLY NOW AT

ARMTHORPE CORONATION CLUB

The One & Only Award Winning

DANCE NATION

SAT TV - ALL PREMIERSHIP GAMES EVERY WEEK! LIVE ACTS EVERY SAT & SUN CASH PRIZE BINGO EVERY WED COME & VISIT US AT

Tranmoor Lane, Armthorpe, Doncaster Tel: 01302 831393

WOODFIELD SOCIAL CLUB 91 Woodfield Rd, Doncaster , DN4 8HN Tel: 01302 853446

www.woodfieldclub.co.uk

NEW MEMBERS WELCOME ONLY £3 FOR THE YEAR!!

Polite Reminder

ALL MEMBERS MUST RENEW

BY JAN 1ST 2012

If you are looking to recruit new members call our sales team on 0114 276 3633

Doncaster Club Listings

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DONCASTER TRADES South Mall, Frenchgate Centre, Doncaster FRIDAY 9TH DECEMBER (AFTERNOON 1PM - 4PM)

ANDY ASH

Quality Real Ales brewed using the Finest Malts, Traditional Hops and Natural Spring Water

E7

CARCROFT VILLAGE WMC

CHESTNUT AVENUE, CARCROFT, DN6 8AG. TEL: (01302) 722520 Friday 9th December

Friday 16th December

(Fabulous Young Male Vocalist) Saturday 10th December

(Modern Male Vocal) Saturday 17th December

CONNOR O’NEIL

COUNTRY & WESTERN

SATURDAY 10TH DECEMBER (EVENING ENTERTAINMENT)

NEIL KAYE

VOCAL ENTERTAINER

SAUL

TRADES DOUBLE HEADER 2 REAL & SAM

MARTIN BURTON & THE SOUL MEN

(Excellent 2 Guy Duo ft Bass Guitar & Drums)

FRIDAY 16TH DECEMBER (AFTERNOON 1PM - 4PM)

Sunday 11th December

Sunday 18th December

TUESDAY 13TH DECEMBER (AFTERNOON 2PM - 5PM)

TREVOR COOPER

JUST A GIRL

COUNTRY & WESTERN

SATURDAY 17TH DECEMBER (EVENING ENTERTAINMENT)

RICHIE TAYLOR

Tel: 01302 326313

www.doncastertrades.co.uk

ARMTHORPE CORONATION CLUB Tranmoor Lane, Armthorpe, Doncaster Tel: 01302 831393 Saturday 10th December

WROOTED

Tuesday 20th December

(Male Vocal Entertainer)

(Classy Guitar Vocalist Ex Casuals)

CLIFF STREET • MEXBOROUGH • S64 9HU

HAND CRAFTED REAL ALES

SATURDAY 10TH DECEMBER THE RETURN OF CLUBLANDʼS

CURTIS LEE

ON STAGE AT 9PM SUNDAY 11TH DECEMBER FESTIVE BRASS WITH

STAR YORKS 5 PIECE BAND

Sunday 11th December

DANIEL DAMON Saturday 17th December

STEELER

Sunday 18th December

LIANNE KING

Forthcoming Entertainment

Saturday 10th December - BOY/GIRL DUO

KUDOS

Friday 16th December

RONNIE STEELE

EXCELLENT COMEDIAN VOCALIST ON STAGE AT 9PM

Every Wednesday - BINGO with ALL CASH PRIZES! Last Friday of Every Month NORTHERN SOUL & MOTOWN

Moss Road, Askern, Doncaster - Tel: 07950 980268

Tickets on sale now - behind the bar

JACK E DAY

EXCELLENT YOUNG FEMALE VOCAL

ASKERN SPA CLUB

LADIES NIGHT!!

PLUS FRIENDS! 9PM SATURDAY 17TH DECEMBER FANCY A LAUGH THIS CHRISTMAS?

STAR YORKS BAND WITH GIRL

DAVE LLOYD

HATFIELD BAND

WEDNESDAY 14TH DECEMBER BUSKERʼS NIGHT WITH THIS WEEKʼS HOST

STAR MALE VOCAL ENTERTAINER

INFINITY

(Superb Rocky North East Band)

Tuesday 13th December

STEVE PARKS

MALE VOCALIST

METROPOLIS

NOT TO BE MISSED!

Saturday 17th December - BOY/GIRL DUO

SECRET

SKY TV NOW SHOWING

OPEN ALL DAY SAT & SUN SUNDAY CARVERY 12 - 3PM £4.95

FREE FUNCTION ROOM AVAILABLE

TELEPHONE 07712 200 382

AUCTION EVERY WEDNESDAY START TIME 7PM

Call Paul on 07950 980268 for info

W.M.C YORK BAR WMC WHEATLEY HOTEL WHEATLEY Morley Road, Doncaster DN1 2TN Tel: 01302 360984 York Road - Doncaster 01302 783393

Every Tuesday is BINGO NIGHT! Saturday 10th December

CRASH BRILLIANT MALE DUO

DONCASTER

ENTERTAINMENT

PUBLIC HOUSE/GUEST HOUSE

SATURDAY 10TH DECEMBER - NORTH EAST TRIO

Tel: 01302 364092 Fax: 01302 328176 Email: enquiries@thewheatleyhotel.co.uk Web: www.thewheatleyhotel.co.uk

SUNDAY 11TH DECEMBER - MALE VOCALIST

Thorne Road, Wheatley, Doncaster DN2 5DR

RISE

JENSEN

TUESDAY 13TH DECEMBER - MALE VOCALIST

TONY JORDAN

Sunday 11th December

SATURDAY 17TH DECEMBER - GIRL FRONTED MALE TRIO

GOOD FEMALE VOCALIST

SUNDAY 18TH DECEMBER - MALE VOCALIST

GINA ROSS

Saturday 17th December

HOT PROPERTY EXCELLENT BOY GIRL DUO Sunday 18th December

SAMMY BECK KNOCKOUT VOCALIST

AUDIOSCOPE

LIVE PREMIER LEAGUE FOOTBALL Fri 9th December

KARAOKE

Fri 16th December

POPAGANDA

Sundays - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE QUIZ plus Play Your Cards Right - Beer Tickets & Cash Prizes

CURTIS COLLINS

TUESDAY 20TH DECEMBER - CLASSIC 70s DISCO

MIRROR BALL & BOOGIE

TAVARES & SHAWMAR ETC ***NEW YEAR’S EVE - WARRIOR (GROUP)*** FIRST FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH

MOTOWN & NORTHERN SOUL

FANCY A BREAKFAST? - Served 7am - 12 noon Everyone Welcome - Small £3.00 - Large £4.00 inc. Tea/Coffee

DJ SNOWY & GUESTS - FREE ADMISSION, 8PM TO MIDNIGHT

FUNCTION ROOM AVAILABLE - LOW RATES

FREE POOL ALL DAY EVERY DAY FUNCTION ROOM FREE HIRE • NOW ACCEPTING MEMBERS

5 MINS FROM RACECOURSE BED & BREAKFAST ONLY £25pppn

ALL SKY SPORTS SHOWN

Doncaster Club Listings

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Tel: 0114 285 1118 - www.bradfieldbrewery.co.uk E8

DUNSCROFT

Skellow Grange

The Burghwallis SOCIAL CLUB Famous for Our Carvery Live Entertainment Every Fri, Sat & Sun Friday 9th December

ELLI GENT

FUN FEMALE VOCALIST Saturday 10th December

ADRENALISE

EXCELLENT MALE/FEMALE POP/SOFT ROCK

Sunday 11th December

LIANNE KING

YOUNG GIRL VOCALIST Wednesday 14th December

SENIOR CITIZENS PARTY BONNIE X FACTOR FINALIST

TUESDAY NIGHT BINGO THURSDAY NIGHT FAMILY DISCO NIGHT SKY TV FUNCTION ROOMS AVAILABLE FOR HIRE Parties • Weddings • Funerals etc Up to 180 people

TEL: 01302 845 637

200 Station Rd, Dunscroft, Doncaster DN7 4JR

Working Men’s Club & Institute

People travel miles to visit this welcoming and friendly but luxuriously appointed hostelry.

FRESH HOME-COOKED MEALS

COMING SOON... FRIDAY 9TH DECEMBER

created with locally sourced meat and veg.

The Burghwallis Carvery is only £4:50 Mon – Sat and £6:95 on Sunday (£3:95 for children’s meals) Fabulous Fish Fridays only £4:99 (also served weekdays if required) Food Served Monday to Saturday 12-2pm & 5-8pm Sunday 12-5pm

CHRISTMAS CHARITY SPECIAL A NIGHT WITH THE STARS FROM CORONATION ST WITH MICHELLE KEEGAN (TINA McINTYRE), JACK P SHEPHERD (DAVID PLATT) & ALISON KING (CARLA CONNOR)

FORTHCOMING EVENTS ...

Friday 9th December - CAROL CONCERT With Pie & Pea Supper- Only £5 Wednesday 14th December - SENIOR CITIZENS CHRISTMAS LUNCH Monday 26th December BOXING DAY - JOSHUA Male Vocalist In The Lounge

With Comedian, Pink Tribute Singer And Buffet Vip £25 Or Limited £10 - For More Details Ring The Club On 01302 338304 Or Andy On 07850 883751

SATURDAY 10TH DECEMBER

We Are Now Taking Bookings For Our NEW CHRISTMAS MENU

EVOKE

3 Courses, Coffee & Mints - Adults £15.99, Children & OAPs £7.50 Available from the 23rd November to the 3rd of January

SUNDAY 11TH DECEMBER

FANTASTIC FOR FUNCTIONS - ALL EVENTS CATERED FOR BOOK NOW FOR NEW YEAR’S EVE DISCO & BUFFET! How to find us: The Burghwallis is to be found in the ancient and picturesque village of the same name, just off the A1M near Doncaster.

Address: Scorcher Hills Lane, Burghwallis, Doncaster DN6 9JT Tel: 01302 723 398 - Also on Facebook.

WOODFIELD SOCIAL CLUB

KARAOKE

Skellow Road, Doncaster DN6 8JL Tel: 01302 338304

www.skellowgrange.com

BENTLEY WEST END SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB

91 Woodfield Rd, Doncaster , DN4 8HN Tel: 01302 853446

Cusworth Road, Doncaster DN5 9RF Tel: 01302 876340

SATURDAY 10TH DECEMBER

MERIDIAN (Duo) Christmas Raffle Night

Saturday 10th December

DEJA VU 2 (Duo)

SATURDAY 31ST DECEMBER

EVERY MONDAY Quiz Night & Play Your Cards Right EVERY TUESDAY Ladies Night Chair Dancing/ Burlesque EVERY WEDNESDAY Poker Night - Members Only EVERY FRIDAY & SUNDAY Bingo & Play Your Cards Right LAST SATURDAY IN EVERY MONTH Karaoke

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CLASSIC POP BAND

RICKY GRAHAM

Sun 11th December

5 PIECE BOY BAND

UNTOUCHED

Sat 17th December

Sunday 11th December

NITESHIFT (Duo)

DAVID BRYDEN

Tuesday 13th December Saturday 17th December

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COUNTRY & WESTERN

With The Dalton Johns Band & Guests

Live Entertainment at WESTMINSTER RECREATIONAL CLUB MONDAY - BINGO NIGHT TUESDAY - AUCTION NIGHT Extra Special EVERY THURSDAY - DANCE NIGHT Entertainment ...

(SEQUENCE, OLD TIME, MODERN 8PM - 11PM)

DANCING, SEQUENCE, OLD TIME, MODERN FRI 9TH DECEMBER

AFTERSHOCK FRI 16TH DECEMBER

CRAZY DAYE

FRI 23RD DECEMBER

EPIC

SAT 24TH DECEMBER

ICE

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LOCAL ROCK BAND

Sun 18th DIONNE ANDRE December ABSOLUTE EIGHTIES

Every Monday: BINGO

Membership Available Anytime

EVERY MONDAY 11:30 AM - 3PM

CAREFREE

Sat 10th December

LIZA L’AMOUR

SATURDAY 24TH DECEMBER

SAT 10TH DECEMBER

QUEEN

TRIBUTE BAND TICKETS £4

BIG BEAT

Westminster Crescent, Intake, Doncaster DN2 6HU Info: 812103 Tel: 01302 812103

ROSTHOLME BARNBY DUN SOCIAL CLUB SOCIAL CLUB 128 Askern Rd, Bentley Tel: 01302 873201

EVERY WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY

COUNTRY NIGHT & BINGO Wednesday 7th December

BILLY LEONARD Friday 9th December

ANDY ASH

Wednesday 14th December

PETE JONES

Friday 16th December

CAROLANN B EVERY TUESDAY (VIEWING FROM 3:30PM)

AUCTION - 6:30PM EVERY THURSDAY

SEQUENCE DANCING TOA LIVE BAND

60s/70s KARAOKE DISCO CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

Wednesday 7th December

BEVFemale BROOKES Vocalist Saturday 10th December

DENVER DRIVE Country & Western Band Wednesday 14th December

MARTY LEE Male Vocalist

Saturday 17th December

CLEAR CUT Country & Western Duo

Wednesday 21st December

BJMaleWHITE Vocalist

01302 882 936

Off High Street, Barnby Dun, Doncaster DN3 1DS

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FUNCTION Tel 0114 2754507 SUPERB FOR HIRE or 0114 2753909 ROOM Ideal For Wedding

FABULOUS FEMALE VOCALISTS BEV BROOKES

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MON & TUES KIDS EAT FOR £1

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ANY KIDS MEAL FOR ONLY £1 WITH EVERY FULL PRICE ADULT MAIN MEAL PURCHASED* One kid’s meal for £1 can be selected from the Super Horse menu with every full price adult main meal. Excludes Kid’s Meal Deal and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer e.g. 2 meals for £8.

WEDNESDAY

ONLY

ANY CURRY & DRINK

Choose any curry and a drink from our deal drinks and pay £4.99 on Wednesday only

BIG PLATE THURSDAY

FREE STARTER OR DESSERT WITH EVERY BIG PLATE SPECIAL

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Shiregreen Lane, Shiregeen, Sheffield

FISH & CHIPS, DESSERT*, TEA OR COFFEE * Choose from: Syrup Sponge Pudding, Rhubarb Crumble, Knickerbocker Glory.

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CHRISTMAS DINNERS - 2 COURSE - BOOK EARLY

£8.99 - PARTY BOOKINGS WELCOME SUNDAY LUNCHES - Served 12-9pm

2 Classic Lunches £10 - 2 Big Plate Lunches £12 PARTY MENU £8.99 PP, CHRISTMAS DAY SOLD OUT

Jayne & Steve welcome you to the “Value for Money Pub”

The Golden Plover

Spa View Road, Off Occupation Lane, Hackenthorpe S12 4HE

Telephone: 07894 303457

LIVE FOOTBALL ON TWO LARGE FLAT SCREENS AND A PROJECTOR SCREEN FRIDAY - SATURDAY - SUNDAY

CAN SHOW TWO GAMES AT ONCE! Only £2 per pint until the first goal in scored!

POKER NIGHT EVERY WEDNESDAY ALL WELCOME

HAPPY HOUR 11am - 2pm & 5pm TILL 7pm (Not Weekends)

SATURDAY 10TH DECEMBER TICKETS £5 (PHONE OR CALL IN)

TIFFANY WELLS (DRAG ARTIST)

SUNDAY NIGHT DISCO/KARAOKE + PRIZE BINGO

£80 JACKPOT & OPEN THE BOX (2 KEYS) WITH £300 PRIZE

MONDAY SNOOKER/INTER POOL ROUND ROBIN LEAGUE + GENERAL KNOWLEDGE QUIZ - WIN 8 PINTS OF BEER

FOOD SERVED 10AM - 7PM VALUE FOR MONEY + BREAKFAST SPECIALS

THURSDAYS STEVE’S GENERAL KNOWLEDGE QUIZ - WIN 8 PINTS

FREE FUNCTION ROOM AVAILABLE

Private Parties for Over 25s Only - Funerals Catered For - Christmas Bookings Now Being Taken

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What’s on at The Foxwood ALL 388 PREMIERSHIP MATCHES AVAILABLE LIVE PREMIERSHIP SHOWN AT 3PM ON SATURDAYS CHOICE OF UP TO 10 GAMES

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Choose from Hawaii Five-0 Gammon £5.99, Chicken New Yorker £6.99, Surf ‘n’ Turf ‘n’ Cluck £8.99, The Full Monty Mixed Grill £9.29 and the 20oz Megasaurus £11.99.

FISH & CHIP FRYDAY

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MAGNET, CAFFREYS, STONES, SMOOTH WORTHY’S - £2.20 a pint CARLING, FOSTERS, HOLSTEN - £2.27 All Day - Monday to Thursday Until 7pm - Friday, Saturday & Sunday

WEDNESDAY 21ST DECEMBER

KIDS XMAS PARTY

4PM - 6PM, BUFFET, TOY SELECTION BOX & SPARKY MARK - £4 TICKET ONLY - 50 PLACES ONLY

What’s on at The Embassy SATURDAY 10TH DECEMBER

SCOOTER CLUB BASH ALLDAYER PARTS FAIR FROM 12PM IN THE EMBASSY STALLS SELLING FRED PERRY, CAMBRETTA, McKENZIE ETC PLUS ALL WINTER CLOTHING, SCOOTER PARTS, BADGES ETC DISCO AT 8PM

THURSDAY 15TH DECEMBER- 7PM

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OPEN OVER CHRISTMAS OPEN AT LUNCHTIME ON CHRISTMAS DAY OPEN ALL DAY ON NEW YEAR’S DAY

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MICHAEL BENN YOUNG MALE VOCALIST

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PREVIEW: AVENUES & ALLEYWAYS ALL DAYER by KT Evans

PREVIEW&INTERVIEW: SAXON

by KT Evans

Resurrect the Sid or Nancy in you and get yourself down to Corporation’s Avenues and Alleyways Punk festival, an all-day music event held at the notorious rock venue on Saturday 18th December. Ok ok so it might be getting a bit chilly outside, but with a line-up like this…hell you’ll be on fire!

Boasting a day of absolutely no clashes or overlaps, Avenues and Alleyways will see thirteen bands take to two stages in the biggest rock venue in the North of England, all for our audible delights.

Headlining the event, The Buzzcocks, ultimate punk God’s both at their formation in 1976 to the present day. Releasing one of punk’s most iconic tracks ‘Ever Fallen In Love’ in 1978, the band have gone on to headline countless festivals and have gained international stardom with over thirty years of performance under their belt.

Also taking to the shows stage is Angelic Upstairs, a punk five piece from South Shields who have successfully carved a name for themselves upon the British punk scene. Other bands gracing the main stage at the all-dayer include Subhumans, King Kurt and English Dogs, a cross over punk rock heavy metal band who formed in 1981. Heavily influenced by driving guitar riffs and up tempo beats, the band gained recognition in the early eighties and have since gained a strong cult following in the UK. If one room of punk madness wasn’t quite enough for you, Avenues and Alleyways has also selected some of punks finest to perform in the secondary room at Sheffield’s Corporation. Poundaflesh, Derby’s very own answer to a modern day Sex Pistols are to perform, a band who first established themselves in 2000. Having performed in venues across the country, the four piece are fierce, fiery and ready to set Corporation on fire! (figuratively of course!) Other groups, The Hyenas, The Fxxkwits and Cryo-Genics are also set to play making Saturday 18th December one hell of a day for punk rockers across Yorkshire.

Tickets for Avenues and Alleys All Day punk Festival are priced at £30.00 advance and can be purchased from www.corporation.org.uk. 14+, doors 1pm. Don’t miss out!

It would be pretty safe to Saxon are an institution…being one of the leading pioneers within the British heavy metal music scene, the band have gone on to no doubt influence the likes of MotorHead, Megadeth and Slayer, all of which sight Saxon as leading influences. Performing back in their hometown of South Yorkshire, we caught up with the five piece from Barnsley prior to their show at the O2 Academy on 19th December.

‘It’s just been fantastic (the bands current tour of which has seen Saxon play venues in Europe, Asia and America)…’ announces Biff Byford, lead vocalist and front man of one of our region’s most prolific bands. ‘We’ve been all around the world.

Sell out shows everywhere, it’s just been great.’ And a reaction like this they certainly deserve. Sparking their career in 1976, Saxon have had number one hits in over fifteen different countries and have sold over thirteen million albums worldwide. Establishing themselves as Europe’s biggest metal act in the 1980’s, Saxon have gone on to be the backbone of rock both in and around the UK. Although slightly fallen under the radar in terms of single releases in recent years, the five piece have been relentlessly touring the world, which will see them perform Sheffield’s O2 Academy. ‘The best venue I’d say we’ve ever played would be Tokyo or Argentina.’ Why? ‘O’h the crowds are great, really something else out there!’ Performing to thousands of people is evidently habitual to Saxon now however, who on their current UK tour have scheduled Oxford and Leicester shows in early December. ‘We’re really looking forward to (playing in Sheffield)…we haven’t played there in a while so it should be good.’

Although performing to a home crowd will undoubtedly hold a special place in any touring musicians heart, it’s easy to forget the sheer magnitude which Saxon have felt since their thirty five years of being on the scene. Tours in the US along with headline festival appearances both in Europe and Britain come as standard to the five piece…regular features within top ten lists for the best rock bands still in existence, Saxon have plenty more up their sleeve as far as touring is concerned.

‘We’re getting back on tour again, we’ve still got lots more shows and tours to do. Again we’re really looking forward to it!’

Tickets are still available for Saxon’s headline show with support from Hammerfall at www. o2academysheffield.co.uk . This show has been rescheduled from 18th December to 19th December, however tickets bought for the former date are still valid. See the website for details.

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When Little Man Tate decided to call it a day in October 2009, Jon Windle had one of two choices…….go and find himself a ‘day’ job - or maybe give it one more crack and see if the world was ready to listen to what he had to say.

Not that it was quite that straight forward….in fact, it was only during a break between studio sessions writing for other people that the bug bit gain. “….I was at this charity do in Rotherham and one of the organisers, a friend, was nagging me to get up and do a number. I was like, “Nah, nah” and they were all “go on Jon, go on Jon”….so we just did a couple of covers and a couple of LMT numbers and I loved it! I remembered what I loved about performing and it all just came back to me….”

Freshly inspired Jon now had a new project to whet his lyrical appetite, as the wintry nights drew in, he kept himself busy with countless scraps of paper and battered guitar strings which, eventually, led to the body of material that would become his debut solo album.

Released on 18th October 2010, almost a year to the day after the demise of LMT, Step Out The Man (Tiny Teeth Records) received both critical and public acclaim. Although more mature than previous work, Windle has stayed true to his roots and fundamental beliefs around song writing “…I love country music, love the way it tells a story…I want to write about specific events, not general social commentary…”.

Accompanied by blistering high energy live performances, he has proved to the cynics that he has the ability to move away from the comfort of a group, and stand out to be counted in his own right captured perfectly in the tone of the title track to last years album.

So, now that the man has stepped out, where to next? Writing is well underway for album number 2 and recording is scheduled to begin in spring of 2012. More live dates will follow as Jon continues to spread his word to anyone who will take the time to listen to it.

Life IS all about choices, but not if you’re Jon Windle - he never really had one, it just took a little time for him to realise it!

Jon Windle (Ex Little Man Tate) The Plug, Saturday 17th December www.the-plug.com - Price £8

REVIEW: SKRILLEX

by Cam Taylor Sheffield Leadmill was packed on Monday 28th November with dance lovers as two massive dubstep artists came to the city. Skrillex supported by Flux Pavillion is a show that nobody would want to miss and this was proven as tickets were sold out within weeks.

Opening the evening with the classic “Bass Cannon” Flux Pavillion immediately electrified the atmosphere. For an hour the crowd were screaming and moving. He ended his hour long set with “I can’t stop.

Skrillex came to the stage with an atmosphere-lifting remix of “Levels” by Avicii. Skrillex has a fantastic ability to connect quickly with the crowd, and whatever he played during his set had them jumping, screaming and dancing. He played old mixes such as “My Name is Skrillex” and “Rock ‘n Roll” and also modern mixes off his new album “More Monsters and Nice Sprites”. Finishing the set, Skrillex ended with “Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites” - probably the mix most fans know best - an unbelievable way to end the night with the crowd reacting to it with excitement and full of energy. Skrillex is an energetic performer who knows exactly how to connect with his fans live.

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Wednesday 14th December BBC One

BBC Two

6:00 Breakfast 9:15 Rip Off Britain 10:00 Homes Under the Hammer 11:00 Noise Squad 11:45 Cash in the Attic 12:15 Bargain Hunt 1:00 BBC News at One 1:30 Regional News and Weather 1:45 Doctors 2:15 Only Fools and Horses 3:05 Barneyʼs Latin America 3:35 Splatalot 4:00 Aleshaʼs Street Dance Stars 4:30 Postcode 5:00 Newsround 5:15 Pointless 6:00 BBC News at Six 6:30 Regional News and Weather 7:00 The One Show 7:30 Thatʼs Britain!

8:30 The Impressions Show 9:00 Motorway Cops 10:00 BBC News at Ten 10:25 Regional News and Weather 10:35 The National Lottery Wednesday Night Draws 10:45 Would I Lie to You? 11:15 Film 2011 with Claudia Winkleman 11:55 Film: Westworld 1:20 Weatherview

6:45 Mike the Knight 7:00 Gimme a Break 7:25 Trust Me Iʼm a Genie 7:40 Leon 7:45 Pet Squad 7:55 Newsround 8:00 Copycats 8:25 Iconicles 8:50 Lulu Zipadoo 9:05 Tinga Tinga Tales 9:20 Something Special 9:40 Charlie and Lola 9:55 ZingZillas 10:15 Everythingʼs Rosie 10:25 Octonauts 10:40 Waybuloo 11:00 In the Night Garden 11:30 The Daily Politics 1:00 See Hear 1:30 To Buy or Not to Buy 2:15 The Weakest Link 3:00 Escape to the Country 3:45 Hairy Bikersʼ Best of British 4:30 Flog It! 5:15 Coast 6:00 Celebrity Eggheads 6:30 Strictly Come Dancing - It Takes Two 7:00 Victorian Farm Christmas 8:00 MasterChef: The Professionals 9:00 Steve Jobs: Billion Dollar Hippy 10:00 Class Dismissed 10:30 Newsnight 11:20 Leonardo 12:20 The Company

ITV 1 6.00 Daybreak 8.30 Lorraine 9.25 The Jeremy Kyle Show 10.30 This Morning 11.25 ITV News 11.30 This Morning 12.30 Loose Women 1.30 ITV News & Weather 2.00 May the Best House Win 3.00 Dickinsonʼs Real Deal 4.00 Murder, She Wrote 5.00 Best Dish: The Chefs 6.00 Calendar News 6.30 ITV News & Weather 7.00 Emmerdale 7.30 The Royal Variety Performance 2011 10.00 ITV News at Ten & Weather 10.35 Film: American Dreamz 12.30 The Zone

Channel 4 6:10 The Hoobs 6:35 The Hoobs 7:00 Freshly Squeezed 7:30 Everybody Loves Raymond 7:55 Everybody Loves Raymond 8:25 Frasier 8:55 Undercover Boss Australia 9:55 Kirstie And Philʼs Perfect Christmas 10:55 River Cottage Christmas Fayre 12:00 Drop Down Menu 12:50 Film: Great Expectations 3:10 Countdown 4:00 Deal Or No Deal 5:00 Christmas Coach Trip 5:30 Come Dine With Me 6:00 The Simpsons 6:30 Hollyoaks 7:00 Channel 4 News 7:55 4thought.Tv 8:00 A Superscrimpers Christmas 9:00 Jamieʼs Christmas With Bells On 10:00 This Is England ʻ88 11:10 The Joy Of Teen Sex 12:10 Random Acts

Five 6.00 Thomas & Friends 6.10 The WotWots 6.20 City of Friends 6.35 Elmoʼs World 6.50 Peppa Pig 6.55 Castle Farm 7.00 Little Princess 7.10 The Mr. Men Show 7.25 Bert and Ernieʼs Great Adventures 7.30 Thomas & Friends 7.45 Noddy in Toyland 8.00 Fifi and the Flowertots 8.10 Mio Mao 8.15 Peppa Pig 8.25 Peppa Pig 8.30 Roary the Racing Car 8.40 Milkshake! Christmas Songs 8.45 Bananas In Pyjamas 8.55 Ben and Hollyʼs Little Kingdom 9.10 Disneyʼs 12 Days of Christmas 9.15 The Wright Stuff 11.10 LIVE with Gabby 12.10 5 News Lunchtime 12.15 Law and Order 1.15 Home and Away 1.45 Neighbours 2.15 CSI: NY 3.15 Film: Farewell Mr Kringle 5.00 5 News at 5 5.30 Neighbours 6.00 Home and Away 6.25 OK! TV 6.55 Disneyʼs 12 Days of Christmas 7.00 5 News at 7 7.30 Europa League Football 10.15 Film: Blood and Bone 12.15 Pokerstars: The Big Game

Thursday 15th December BBC One

BBC Two

6:00 Breakfast 9:15 Rip Off Britain 10:00 Homes Under the Hammer 11:00 Noise Squad 11:45 Cash in the Attic 12:15 Bargain Hunt 1:00 BBC News at One 1:30 Regional News and Weather 1:45 Doctors 2:15 Only Fools and Horses 3:05 Barneyʼs Latin America 3:35 Splatalot 4:00 Aleshaʼs Street Dance Stars 4:30 Postcode 5:00 Newsround 5:15 Pointless 6:00 BBC News at Six 6:30 Regional News and Weather 7:00 The One Show 7:30 EastEnders 8:00 The Manor Reborn 9:00 Crimewatch 10:00 BBC News at Ten 10:25 Regional News and Weather 10:35 Crimewatch Update 10:45 Up in Flames: Mr Reeves and the Riots 11:30 This Week 12:15 Skiing Weatherview

6:45 Mike the Knight 7:00 Gimme a Break 7:25 Trust Me Iʼm a Genie 7:40 Leon 7:45 Pet Squad 7:55 Newsround 8:00 Copycats 8:25 Iconicles 8:50 Lulu Zipadoo 9:05 Tinga Tinga Tales 9:20 Something Special 9:40 Charlie and Lola 9:55 ZingZillas 10:15 Timmy Time 10:25 Louie 10:35 Octonauts 10:45 Waybuloo 11:05 In the Night Garden 11:35 The Pink Panther Show 12:00 The Daily Politics 12:30 GMT with George Alagiah 1:00 Coast 1:15 Trash to Cash 2:15 The Weakest Link 3:00 Escape to the Country 3:45 Hairy Bikersʼ Best of British 4:30 Flog It! 5:15 Coast 6:00 Celebrity Eggheads 6:30 Strictly Come Dancing - It Takes Two 7:00 Victorian Farm Christmas 8:00 MasterChef: The Professionals 9:00 Rev 9:30 Lifeʼs Too Short 10:00 Frank Skinnerʼs Opinionated 10:30 Newsnight 11:20 Leonardo 12:20 The Company

ITV 1 6.00 Daybreak 8.30 Lorraine 9.25 The Jeremy Kyle Show 10.30 This Morning 11.25 ITV News 11.30 This Morning 12.30 Loose Women 1.30 ITV News & Weather 2.00 May the Best House Win 3.00 Dickinsonʼs Real Deal 4.00 Murder, She Wrote 5.00 Best Dish: The Chefs 6.00 Calendar News 6.30 ITV News & Weather 7.00 Emmerdale 7.30 Counting on Christmas: Tonight 8.00 Emmerdale 8.30 Coronation Street 9.00 Without You 10.00 ITV News at Ten & Weather 10.35 Piers Morganʼs Life Stories: Peter Andre 11.35 A Night with Will Young 12.30 The Zone

Channel 4 6:10 The Hoobs 6:35 The Hoobs 7:00 Freshly Squeezed 7:30 Everybody Loves Raymond 7:55 Everybody Loves Raymond 8:25 Frasier 8:55 Undercover Boss Australia 9:55 Kirstie And Philʼs Perfect Christmas 10:55 River Cottage Christmas 12:00 Drop Down Menu 12:55 Film: Oliver Twist 3:10 Countdown 4:00 Deal Or No Deal 5:00 Christmas Coach Trip 6:00 The Simpsons 6:30 Hollyoaks 7:00 Channel 4 News 7:55 4thought.Tv 8:00 Kevinʼs Grand Design 9:00 Living With The Amish 10:00 This Is England ʻ88 11:05 Random Acts 11:10 Black Mirror: The National Anthem 12:10 British Comedy Awards: The Nomination Show

Five 6.00 Thomas & Friends 6.10 The WotWots 6.20 City of Friends 6.35 Elmoʼs World 6.50 Peppa Pig 6.55 Castle Farm 7.00 Little Princess 7.10 The Mr. Men Show 7.25 Bert and Ernieʼs Great Adventures 7.30 Thomas & Friends 7.45 Noddy in Toyland 8.00 Fifi and the Flowertots 8.15 Peppa Pig 8.25 Peppa Pig 8.30 Roary the Racing Car 8.40 Milkshake! Christmas Songs 8.45 Bananas In Pyjamas 8.55 Ben and Hollyʼs Little Kingdom 9.10 Disneyʼs 12 Days of Christmas 9.15 The Wright Stuff 11.10 LIVE with Gabby 12.10 5 News Lunchtime 12.15 Law and Order 1.15 Home and Away 1.45 Neighbours 2.15 CSI: NY 3.10 Film: The Christmas List 5.00 5 News at 5 5.30 Neighbours 6.00 Home and Away 6.25 OK! TV 6.55 Disneyʼs 12 Days of Christmas 7.00 5 News at 7 7.30 New Highland Emergency 8.00 Fairground Attractions 9.00 The Mentalist 10.00 Itʼs All About Amy 11.00 Police Interceptors 12.00 SuperCasino

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6:00 Breakfast 9:15 Rip Off Britain 10:00 Homes Under the Hammer 11:00 Noise Squad 11:45 Cash in the Attic 12:15 Bargain Hunt 1:00 BBC News at One 1:30 Regional News and Weather 1:45 Doctors 2:15 Only Fools and Horses 3:05 Barneyʼs Latin America 3:35 Splatalot 4:00 Aleshaʼs Street Dance Stars 4:30 Postcode 5:00 Newsround 5:15 Pointless 6:00 BBC News at Six 6:30 Regional News and Weather 7:00 The One Show 8:00 EastEnders 8:30 The Two Ronnies Sketchbook 9:00 Have I Got News for You 9:30 Live at the Apollo 10:00 BBC News at Ten 10:25 Regional News and Weather 10:35 The Graham Norton Show 11:20 The National Lottery Friday Night Draws 11:30 Film: Millions 1:00 Weatherview

6:45 Mike the Knight 7:00 Gimme a Break 7:25 Trust Me Iʼm a Genie 7:40 Leon 7:45 Pet Squad 7:55 Newsround 8:00 Copycats 8:25 Iconicles 8:50 Lulu Zipadoo 9:05 Tinga Tinga Tales 9:20 Something Special 9:40 Charlie and Lola 9:55 ZingZillas 10:15 64 Zoo Lane 10:25 Louie 10:35 Octonauts 10:45 Waybuloo 11:05 In the Night Garden 11:35 The Pink Panther Show 12:00 The Daily Politics 12:30 GMT with George Alagiah 1:00 Animal Park 1:30 To Buy or Not to Buy 2:15 The Weakest Link 3:00 Escape to the Country 3:45 Hairy Bikersʼ Best of British 4:30 Flog It! 5:15 Coast 6:00 Strictly Come Dancing - It Takes Two 7:00 The Culture Show 8:00 Mastermind 8:30 MasterChef: The Professionals - Michelʼs Classics 9:00 Stuffed: The Great British Christmas Dinner 10:00 QI 10:30 Newsnight 11:00 The Review Show 12:05 Film: Where the Truth Lies

ITV 1 6.00 Daybreak 8.30 Lorraine 9.25 The Jeremy Kyle Show 10.30 This Morning 11.25 ITV News 11.30 This Morning 12.30 Loose Women 1.30 ITV News & Weather 2.00 May the Best House Win 3.00 Dickinsonʼs Real Deal 4.00 Murder, She Wrote 5.00 Best Dish: The Chefs 6.00 Calendar News 6.30 ITV News & Weather 7.00 Emmerdale 7.30 Coronation Street 8.00 Wild Britain with Ray Mears 8.30 Coronation Street 9.00 The Big Quiz: Coronation Street v Emmerdale 10.00 ITV News at Ten & Weather 10.35 Film: Unforgiven 1.00 The Zone

Channel 4 6:10 The Hoobs 6:35 The Hoobs 7:00 Freshly Squeezed 7:30 Everybody Loves Raymond 7:55 Everybody Loves Raymond 8:25 Frasier 8:55 Undercover Boss Australia 9:55 Kirstie And Philʼs Perfect Christmas 10:55 A Superscrimpers Christmas 12:00 Drop Down Menu 1:15 Film: Miracle On 34th Street 3:10 Countdown 4:00 Deal Or No Deal 5:00 Christmas Coach Trip 5:30 Come Dine With Me 6:00 The Simpsons 6:30 Hollyoaks 7:00 Channel 4 News 7:55 4thought.Tv 8:00 Come Dine With Me 9:00 British Comedy Awards 2011 11:10 Chris Moylesʼ Quiz Night 11:55 Sean Lock: Lockipedia Live 1:00 Music On 4: The Crush With KFC Krushems

Five 6.00 Thomas & Friends 6.10 The WotWots 6.20 City of Friends 6.35 Elmoʼs World 6.50 Peppa Pig 6.55 Castle Farm 7.00 Little Princess 7.10 The Mr. Men Show 7.25 Bert and Ernieʼs Great Adventures 7.30 Thomas & Friends 7.45 Noddy in Toyland 8.00 Fifi and the Flowertots 8.10 Peppa Pig 8.15 Peppa Pig 8.28 Roary the Racing Car 8.40 Bananas In Pyjamas 8.55 Ben and Hollyʼs Little Kingdom 9.10 Disneyʼs 12 Days of Christmas 9.15 The Wright Stuff 11.10 LIVE with Gabby 12.10 5 News Lunchtime 12.15 Law and Order 1.15 Home and Away 1.45 Neighbours 2.15 Chinese Food in Minutes 2.25 CSI: NY 3.20 Film: Single Santa Seeks Mrs Claus 5.00 5 News at 5 5.30 Neighbours 6.00 Home and Away 6.25 OK! TV 6.55 Disneyʼs 12 Days of Christmas 7.00 5 News at 7 7.30 Fifth Gear 8.00 Ice Road Truckers: Deadliest Roads 9.00 Film: Speed 11.25 Comedy Kings: Best of Just For Laughs 11.50 Inside Hollywood 12.00 SuperCasino

7 Day Soapwatch Coronation St Mon: Leanne is oblivious as Peter makes a life-changing decision. Karl is furious after discovering Stella and Lloydʼs secret. Owen spots an opportunity for revenge.

Will Peter reveal all when confronted by Leanne?

Steve and Tracy are stunned by Lloyd and Beckyʼs deal. Coronation Street residents haggle for Gary and Chesneyʼs Christmas trees.

Thurs: Lloyd says a sad farewell to Weatherfield.

Peter battles with his conscience. Owenʼs feud with David and Kylie spirals out of control.

Fri: Becky fumes as Steve gatecrashes her meeting with Danny. Tracy jumps to conclusions after interrogating Karl. Carla is rattled after lying to her solicitor.

Tracy is rushed to hospital while Becky propositions Steve. Will Eileen consider Jasonʼs advice after Lesley becomes aggressive? Rita and Emily battle it out in the kitchen.

Emmerdale Mon: Tensions run high as Cainʼs condition worsens. Moira worries that she might have landed John in trouble. Charity swears to Debbie

that she is innocent.

Tues: Debbie notices that Cainʼs car is missing.

Jai remains adamant that he is innocent. John despairs now that only Cain can save him.

Wed: Sean the tearaway impresses Belle. Aaron is keen to avenge Cain. Laurel senses that Ashley is being distant.

Thurs: Charity thinks that it is time Jai was honest with her. Marlon is uncomfortable about Laurel and Ashley renewing their vows. Debbie anxiously waits for Cain to wake up.

Fri:Although he is still in critical condition, Cain is able to reveal the identity of his attacker - but is he telling the truth? Val is determined to change Amyʼs mind about the baby. John is anxious to clear his name.

Eastenders Mon: Shirley decides itʼs time to find out who is responsible for sending Phil the anonymous letters. However, her scheme does not go according to plan, and she is stunned when she realises that it could be someone much closer to home. Jean has an encounter with a mystery man.

Tues: Phil is left reeling by the evidence he has

found, but Shirley is convinced he is wrong. Later, when Roxy fills them in on what she witnessed, Phil thinks Jack must be involved and decides to play him at his own game. Pat and the kids are excited about Ricky arriving home, hopeful that their money troubles will be over.

Thurs: After Philʼs latest stunt, the feud between the Mitchells and the Brannings steps up a gear.

Jack retaliates by preventing Roxy from seeing Amy, and Derek makes it clear to Phil that if he is going to cause trouble with his brother, he is going to be starting trouble with him too.

Fri: Pat takes the family for a day trip in Clacton to take their mind off their financial problems.

Realising the family have very few options, Pat goes to an unexpected source for help. Jane and Masood arrive for dinner at Ianʼs, but the atmosphere is tense.

Home & Away Mon: Hayley refuses to give Brax an alibi for the time of the robbery. Charlie argues with Watson about Braxʼs guilt and is taken off the case. Miles arranges a tai chi session on the beach to help the kids focus on their exam preparations. Leahʼs

heartbreak has turned to anger against Miles; can Elijah help her?

Tues: Benji accuses Brax of being the robberyʼs getaway driver. Getting nowhere arguing his innocence, Charlie conspires with Brax to steal the evidence. April upsets Dex when she apologises to everyone but him for her recent behaviour.

Wed: Despite a romantic night in a cabin with Brax, Heath and Bianca, Charlie is troubled as she drives home and accidentally knocks Liam off his motorbike. Irene collapses on her first day back at the diner. Stu lashes out at Sasha over the tattoo.

Thurs: Charlieʼs conscience is throbbing. As well as stealing police evidence, sheʼs helped put Liam in hospital, and then blamed him for the accident.

Despite news of Samʼs capture clearing Brax of the robbery charge, she resigns from the force.

Fri: Roo is torn between Sid and Harvey, but when she finally makes up her mind her loverʼs reaction is not what she expects. Upset by Leah and Milesʼ break-up, VJ runs away.

Neighbours Mon: Kate goes to the PirateNet Awareness gig to support Sophie, who is playing bass. Noah still

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cannot be trusted though, and an unwelcome kiss sparks a furious reaction, witnessed by Sophie - did she also witness the kiss?

Tues: Failing to winkle out the reason for the tension between Kate and Noah, Sophie resorts to stealing his notebook. Will her shock at its contents finally expose Kateʼs indiscretion?

Wed: After his night out with Kyle, Rhys wakes to find he has an interview for the surgery programme that morning. He arrives late, hungover and brain dead. Furious that heʼs blown it, he blames Jade.

Thurs: Afraid of the consequences for Mal, Karl begs him to stop seeing Jade. Tash struggles to balance her studies with caring for Michael now that he is out of hospital. Kyle is on the horns of a dilemma: own up and sacrifice his friendship with Rhys, or let Jade continue to take the flak?

Fri: When Martin refuses to pull strings for him, Rhys finally accepts he has ruined his chance of becoming a surgeon. But what is he doing at a nursing home, and who is the lady he is visiting?

Michael worries when Tash calls in Emilia to help nurse him.

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Known now as “Pothole City”, Sheffield has for several years been voted the home of the country’s worst roads, and the recent cuts in public budgets do not bode well for any immediate improvements in the situation.

Fortunately, there is now a local company that can put you back in the driving seat!

Darren Mills runs Sheffield’s only Puncturesafe franchise – an internationally recognised product which has developed a unique preventative solution to protect your tyres from punctures.

Developed and manufactured in the UK, Puncturesafe is a non-toxic, liquid polymer gel which is injected inside the tyre and helps to prevent flat tyres. It can be installed within minutes through the valve without even having to remove the wheels.

Darren stresses that the key is prevention – “The whole point is to stop the puncture from happening; we can’t do anything if it already has, but we can guarantee that it won’t happen again.” “I have tried and tested it myself; I honestly believe in the product we supply.”

Prior to undertaking the work, Darren carries a demonstration kit which explains the process step by step.

A single Puncturesafe treatment will last for the life of the tyre, and can also improve fuel economy and extend the life of the tyre.

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A JEWEL OF AN EVENT FOR CHRISTMAS The locally famous Koh-i-noor Indian restaurant is celebrating Christmas in it’s own inimitable style, and raising money for charity, by hosting the second Special Xmas Buffet Night at the Old Rectory Hall, Handsworth on Monday, 19th December.

Billed as a buffet with Bollywood and Hollywood entertainment, the evening will include Singing, Dancing Karaoke and a Raffle Draw for charity.

Fancy dress is welcome and this event promises to be great value entertainment, plus the buffet including starter, main course and sundries for just £20 per head.

If you can’t attend but would like to sample the Koh-i-Noor’s renowned Indian cuisine, their delivery service (free within 3 miles) is available by ‘phoning 0114 288 0600. See their web site: www.kohinoor-sheffield.co.uk for more details.

BE SAFE THIS CHRISTMAS PUTTING UP YOUR DECORATIONS T’is the season to be jolly, the festive season is approaching and everyone is running around getting everything sorted, Christmas decorations are being erected both inside and out, trees and lights are being dusted down for the big day.

As you go running to the garage to get your ladders to put up your decorations please check to see if they are safe to use, you don’t want to in be pot or worse over the festive period, so here are a few checks to make on your ladders:1. That they are in good condition and have both feet firmly attached, with a good tread.

2. Rungs should be clean and not slippery.

3. The side pieces that the rungs are attached to are undamaged.

4. Have secure fastenings when it is extended 5. Please do not use your ladders if they are damaged or have pieces missing.

6. Step ladders must have a secure locking device.

When using the ladders, make sure the surface that it stands on is firm, level, clear, dry and not slippery.

Most accidents with leaning ladders happen, when they slip from underneath the person working on them, anti- slip ladder mats can be purchased or a person footing the ladder can help.

Only work on ladders for 15- 30 minutes at a time, carry light materials and tools. Never overreach and keep both feet on the same rung or step throughout the task.

Always make sure that leaning ladders are at the correct position between 65 – 80 degrees, the bottom and top should not move. Make sure that the top rests on something strong not guttering or windows.

Never work off the last three rungs of the ladder as these are hand holds. Step ladders must always be fully open and locked into place.

If putting up lighting please ensure they are not connected to the power, especially if you have aluminium ladders. Wooden or the modern fibre glass ladders are better as they do not conduct electricity the same way, many people have been injured or killed with electricity and aluminium ladders.

Be safe and have a very Merry Christmas and New Year.

If you require any further information at working at heights or ladder safety or to book a course, contact Wakefield Skillcentre Ltd 01924 375823, email info@skill-centre.co.uk or visit our website www. skill-centre.co.uk.

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With the festive season now getting into full swing, our pets can suddenly find their home filled with Your Answer to Rising intriguing decorations, unfamiliar food and noisy houseguests. Although we may enjoy this festive Damp, Dry Rot & Wet Rot fun, all this extra hustle and bustle can be stressful, and possibly even hazardous for our fourlegged friends.

To help minimise any stress, make a quiet, cosy ‘den’ for your pet in advance – behind a sofa in a quiet room is ideal for dogs, while cats feel safest when PLUS FULL PLASTERING SERVICE AVAILABLE high up, so a cat bed placed securely on a shelf or chest of drawers may be preferred.

Give them healthy treats or praise when they are relaxed in the den so they learn to view it as a pleasurable and calm place to be, and can escape from the comings and goings if things get too busy for them.

A pheromone diffuser (calming scents which our pets can smell but we cannot) placed nearby can also help to keep them relaxed.

Christmas trees can make a tempting climbing frame for cats, but sadly vets see injuries at this time of year due to falls and toppled trees. You should supervise your pet in rooms containing trees, and keep doors closed when you’re not around.

Lots of us like to spoil our pets over the festive season with a nicely wrapped present or two, but sometimes it is the wrapping paper that our pets enjoy Damp Proofing Specialists As Seen On TV playing with rather than their new toys!

PDSA Senior Veterinary Surgeon, Sean Wensley, says: “Pets are often attracted to things that are new and interesting, especially if they make an unusual sound or have an unfamiliar texture. As long as they are safe, and don’t scare the pet, this can provide excellent mental stimulation.”

However, decorations such as tinsel, baubles and ribbon can seem like fun toys, but can quickly become choking hazards for inquisitive pets. Keep them well out of reach from even the most determined paws.

Sean continues: “Don’t forget about smaller pets either – rats, rabbits and ferrets, for example, can be offered some of their favourite food wrapped in brown paper. The challenge of figuring out how to get to the food is an excellent way of occupying their inquisitive minds. This is called ‘environmental enrichment’ which is a term that is often associated with zoos.

Good zoos use relevant objects and puzzle feeders to improve the wellbeing of their animals, but preventing boredom is equally important for our pets.”

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by Clint Walker

I had another trip out this week, a local fishery in search of big roach..... A ten acre lake with a reputation for some quality fish up to 2.5lbs with the odd bigger surprise thrown in, so after taking advice from the bailiff, I picked a peg and baited up with maggots and pinkies in the hope of landing a few.

Just across the bay from me was another friendly chap, and between us, we had the venue to ourselves.

I tackled up with the feeder and maggots, he with the waggler and corn. For the first two hours, I couldn’t buy anything more than a few skimmers, whilst he caught fish after fish! I find that there is little more demoralising than watching someone else catch fish when I can’t, so sat there quietly steaming whilst he smiled over at me.....

A couple of knocks on the ‘tip got my attention, and, as it slowly inched round, I struck into something which seemed to be unusual....bringing ‘it’ in, I soon (unhappily!) realised it was a signal red crayfish!

If you have never caught one of these destructive little beasties, then you may not know just how big they get; this one was almost seven inches long and was very unhappy at being wrenched from the lake bed. They are an aggressive species and will try to give a forceful nip if they get chance, so be careful.

The problem is getting them off the line; if you go anywhere near the hook, they will have a go at you, so a variety of swinging, holding under the boot and praying are my general tactics for dealing with them as I abhor the pesky things.

The EA does allow trapping by licensed trappers, but not when they are carrying eggs, so although they are a completely destructive invader which take fry and fish eggs, they are still subject to protection!

Fisheries often have a ‘do not return’ policy, and so it was here; a knife through the head allowed me to remove my hook and remove one more pest from the water. I steady stream of the little fellas followed, each one despatched in a similar fashion before I finally got onto some fish.

The angler opposite didn’t get a single crayfish, but his shoal soon moved into my swim and a net full of skimmers, roach and perch (sadly, none of the really big ones) began to fall to maggot, pinkie and worm hook baits, so it made me wonder if the presence of crays in my swim had anything to do with fish feeding? Do they stir up the bottom to release food items? Do bigger fish eat them? (I can imagine a titanic struggle between chub and crayfish, but these were BIG crayfish!) Do they excrete scent which attracts fish, or is it just coincidence that the fish finally came on to feed? I guess it’s just another piece to find in the puzzle that is angling I’m afraid.....

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The fare on offer on Channel 4 this weekend is from Cheltenham and Doncaster. There are four Grade2 hurdles, one Grade3 handicap chase and a 0-150 handicap chase in the TV line-up.

However the race of the weekend looks to be the John Durkan Memorial Punchestown Chase on Sunday.

This two and a half mile Grade 1 chase has attracted a corker of an entry of the cream of Irish chasing talent and promises to be an excellent spectacle.

Cheltenham: 1.55 Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle (registered as The Bristol Novices’ Hurdle), Grade2, 3 miles: Paul Nicholls looks to have the answer to this one with Deiradh De. His second to Valid Reason at Ascot was a good run but his earlier beating of Enter Milan at Worcester, where he recorded a very good time marked him out for me as one to follow this year. He probably has most to fear from Luke Dace’s American Spin although a prominent showing from Irish raider Sea of Thunder would not be a surprise. There are a few unexposed types in the line-up so hopefully the odds about the selection will not be too measly.

2.30 Spinal Research “The Atlantic 4” Gold Cup Handicap Chase, Grade 3, 2 miles 5 furlongs: Although beaten into fourth place I thought that Great Endeavour still ran a blinder in the Hennessy, where he cruised up to the leaders in the Newbury straight only to be found out in the last couple of furlongs where he was outstayed by the principals. Back over a more suitable trip, and on a course that suits, I think he can follow up his Paddy Power victory, even though he has gone up 10lbs in the handicap from then. When he won that day it didn’t look as if an extra 10 lbs would have halted his progress and his run in the Hennessy was completed in an excellent time over a trip too far. I don’t envisage the second and third in the Paddy Power (Quantitativeeasing and Divers) being able to turn the form around with the winner so perhaps those towards the bottom of the weights (some of whom are at big prices!) may present most danger, notably: Tatenen; The Sawyer (but has never won at this time of year yet); Salut Flo (also trained by David Pipe like the selection); Matuhi and Mad Moose.

3.05 StanJames.com International Hurdle, Grade 2, 2miles 1 furlong: Overturn has been running really well lately but Brampour is a relatively confident choice to continue his upward progression and to lower the colours of the likely favourite. Grandouet, Sanctuaire and Abergavenny may prove to be the most troublesome to the selection although in truth none of them can be totally dismissed.

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Dynaste put up an excellent show to beat Benny Be Good (well handicapped over hurdles) at Haydock last time. That was over 3 miles on good to soft going but he made most that day and stayed on well to draw clear of a decent field. His front-running style should suit this track and the drop back in distance and I can envisage him putting in a similar showing if fit and well. Of the opposition I am most fearful of the Paul Nicholls horse The Knoxs who is seeking a four-timer here. Another with a good chance is the Donald McCain trained Any Given Day who also won last time. Of the rest Get Me Out Of Here, Drill Sergeant and Zanir all look to have chances of sorts of causing an upset to the selection.

Doncaster: 2.45 BetVictor with Victor Chandler Summit Juvenile Hurdle, Grade2, 2 miles ½ furlong: Quite a few of these are also entered in the 12.10 at Cheltenham so check for non runners on the day.

The Paul Nicholls trained Hinterland was undeniably impressive when beating Hollow Tree by 3 lengths in a Grade 2 hurdle at Cheltenham recently and, with the runner-up going on to score by 12 lengths at Ffos Las subsequently, the form looks strong. He should again have the measure of Jackies Solitaire and Bradbury (fourth and seventh that day) and is the one they all have to beat. However, given his connections, he may not represent much in the way of value so I am tempted to look elsewhere. The four that look to have most to offer in the way of value are: Donald McCain’s Kie, Brian Ellison’s Royal Opera, John Quinn’s Royal Bonsai and Jim Best’s School for Scandal, all of whom won last time out. Of these the one that interests me most is School for Scandal who, although no great shakes on the flat, made a winning debut over hurdles at Wetherby where he beat Volcan Surprise by 2 ¾ lengths in a decent enough time. It could be one of those cases where eight flights of hurdles bring about a significant improvement in a horse and I reckon that he could have a sporting chance of causing an upset at a reasonable price.

3.20 BetVictor Handicap Chase, for horses rated 0-150, Class 2, 3 miles: The relatively confident selection here is Keith Reveley’s Benny Be Good who not only won for us at a tasty 20/1 at Market Rasen but has recently run a corker to finish second to Dynaste over hurdles at Haydock in a race run at a good pace. Mostly Bob and Rockiteer would seem to be the chief threats to his success but prominent showings from some disappointing types such as Safari Journey, Chief Dan George, The Jigsaw Man and King Fontaine would not be a total shock. Emma Lavelle’s Qianshan Leader looks best of the rest.

Sunday: 2.05 Punchestown The John Durkan Memorial Punchestown Chase, Grade 1, 2 miles 4 furlongs: A fascinating clash awaits from a race chock full of equine talent. All except three of the entrants have won Grade 1 chases - the exceptions being Blazing Tempo, Roberto Goldback and Rubi Light. My value selection is Willie Mullins’ Golden Silver. Dangers are present in plentiful supply however so do not consider taking a short price - the minimum should be something like 6/1 before you even consider getting involved. The Paul Nolan trained pair Noble Prince and Joncol are both serious threats, as are the three other Mullins trained horses Kempes, Cooldine and Blazing Tempo. As if that weren’t enough Paul Nicholls has entered Kauto Stone and Henry De Bromhead has entered Sizing Europe who both ran really well in last week’s Tingle Creek Chase. It remains to be seen if they will turn out again however after last week’s exertions. Throw in Quito de la Roque who is chasing an epic six-timer, last year’s RSA Chase winner Bostons Angel and the other Grade 1 chase winners and you have all the makings of a truly mouth-watering contest where there are many good chances.

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by Michael Clarke

League Cup First Round African Dream Team were thrashed 10-1 by Premier Division outfit Handsworth Turf Tavern in the League Cup First Round. Russell Hobson starred for Handsworth, contributing three goals to Handsworth’s cause.

Mosborough U21’s sat in third position in the U21 Division, when they hosted the league leaders Sharrow United U21’s in the League Cup First Round. The game was very entertaining, ending 5-4 to Sharrow United after extra time.

League Cup Second Round Thomas Roebuck (2) and Jordan Turner got the goals as the last years winners’ Royal Earl moved into the Third Round. They beat Jack-in-a-Box 3-0 at Mount St. Mary.

Royal Earl are still on course to be the first team in the 47 year history to win the cup three times consecutively.

Liam Morris scored twice, once from the spot, as HSBC cast aside Premier Division side Packhorse Inn 3-0. The result did not come as much of a shock with Packhorse struggling in the league and HSBC runaway leaders in Division One. Greenhill White Hart were just edged out by three goals to two at home to the High Noon.

The same fixture ended 6-3 to the High Noon only two weeks back; clearly goals are always on the agenda when these two meet. Ridgeway Athletic comfortably beat Third Division FC Darnell 4-0 at home. Matthew Cranfield scored twice for the hosts, with James Hackelton and Robert Page also chipping-in. Two goals from Liam Allott inspired the Intake Ball Inn to a 5-1 win over Winn Gardens at Ferrars Road. Jonathan Crossland, Nathan Slater and Bradley Hanson also scored for Intake.

Tinsley Trophy Round One The game between Norton Oaks B and Penistone Church was lit-up b two outstanding individual performances. Adam Raynes scored an hat-trick for Norton Oaks, but he was out-shone by Tim Council who got all four of Penistone’s goals as they ran out 4-3 winners.

Third Division Centre Spot played out an incredible 5-5 draw with Second Division Mosborough B. John Higgins (2), Daniel Meadows (2) and Andrew Dodds scored for the Centre Spot, with Gareth May, Richard Dollman, Aiden Smith and Keith Eaton (2) on the scoresheet for Mosborough. Mosborough went on to win the tie 6-5 on penalties.

The all Division Two tie between Hackenthorpe B and Norton Oaks A ended 2-1 in Hackenthorpe’s favour.

Steven Simmons and Jordan Caley with the goals for Hackenthorpe, with Jack Moorhouse scoring for Norton Oaks.

U21 Cup Sunday saw the opening fixtures in the inaugural U21 Cup. The cup includes the teams participating in the Third and U21 Divisions.

It was a good day for the Bland family, as Joe Bland scored three times and Tom Bland twice in Woodhouse Juniors’ 12-0 win over Grenoside U21’s.

The Barrel Inn bounced back from defeat to FC Darnall, by seeing-off Throstles U21’s 6-2 at Davy’s Sports Club.

Callum Mawbuy scored a fine hat-trick in Dronfield Town U21’s 8-0 defeat of Greaseborough U21’s.

League Round-up Premier Division leaders Hackenthorpe A made it three wins-in-a-row, with a 2-1 win over third placed Sharrow United. The decisive goals came from Luke Dixon and Carlos Forbes. Hackenthorpe are three points of their nearest rivals.

Both Wadsley Bridge WMC and Arbourthorne EA B could have done with the points when they met at Chaucer Sports Centre. The final result suited neither, as it ended 1-1. Wadsley sit two points off bottom side Beighton Magpies, with the Arbourthorne a point behind them third bottom.

Division Two leaders Rawson Spring were held to a 3-3 draw at home to third bottom Hackenthorpe Villa.

Although seeming to struggle this season, the Villa have taken four points off the leaders this season.

Tom Morton scored an hat-trick for Dronfield Athletic U21’s as they beat Norton Oaks U21’s in the only game in the U21 Division.

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MILLERS IN CUP EXIT MATCH REPORT www.themillers.co.uk

A 2-1 loss at Greenhous Meadow saw 10-man Millers eliminated in the second round of the FA Cup by Shrewsbury.

Lewis Grabban’s first-half penalty gave the Millers a hardearned lead but Marcus Marshall’s dismissal on the stroke of half-time left Rotherham with plenty of work to do in the second half.

Ian Sharps equalised soon after the interval and despite holding firm for most of the second period, Nicky Wroe’s penalty seven minutes from time eventually proved the difference.

All three changes to the Millers’ squad from last week’s fixture against Crawley came to the defensive line.Marcus Marshall replaced Dale Tonge at right-back, Guy Branston stepped in for Jason Taylor and Tom Newey filled in for the ineligible Jon Harley.

Meanwhile former Millers man Sharps wore the captain’s armband for the Shrews as they looked to continue their impressive form.

The Shrews were always likely to offer stern resistance on their own patch, as their last defeat at Greenhous Meadow came back in March.

The match began slowly on a cold and blustery afternoon in Shropshire and play was halted in the early stages for Branston to nurse a head injury.

The first chance for the Millers came on the 10-minute mark as Brett Williams bought a yard with excellent control from Sam Wood’s header but Chris Neal was equal to his rasping effort.

Terry Gornell then fashioned a chance for the Shrews at the other end but Wood, back on defensive duty, got a critical touch to deny the hosts a chance to shoot.

Shrewsbury began to exert some pressure on the Millers and Lionel Ainsworth met a deep cross-field ball with a stinging volley that needed sharp reactions from Conrad Logan to keep the ball out at the near post.

A punted ball forward caused problems for the Millers’ defence and the ball eventually fell to Marvin Morgan, but Mullins charged down the bustling striker’s shot.

Alex Revell was keen to make it a difficult afternoon for the Shrews’ rear-guard and a well-won header saw the ball break for his strike-partner Williams, but his left-footed strike ballooned over the crossbar.

Shrewsbury almost capitalised on a moment of hesitation when Gornell nipped in to pinch the ball deep in Millers territory.He fed the ball wide to Ainsworth and returned to the box to meet a delightful cross with a powerful header but a heroic save kept the game goalless.

Almost immediately the Millers broke down the other end

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For today’s game against Southampton the Rovers made just the one change to the starting line-up, with James Coppinger replacing Giles Barnes who dropped to the bench. George Friend was also named among the substitutes in place of Mark Wilson. It’s a top versus bottom clash, with three very important points at stake, imortant to both teams.

It is nearly fifty three years since the Rovers last beat Southampton at home and that was at Belle Vue in January 1959 when two goals from Ronald Sharp and one from Tommy Cavanagh took the points. Can Billy Sharp emulate his namesake of so long ago? Before the game a minute’s applause was observed in memory of the late Gary Speed.

The Saints got the game underway but the Rovers showed their intent by winning a corner in the second minute, which Ilunga, at the far post, headed wide. Two minutes later Stock won the ball in midfield and fed Gillett, who took it on before striking a terrific shot from 25yards that Davis could only parry away. The match then settled down to a period of midfield play before Schneiderlin got in a shot from the edge of the penalty area that Ikeme handled easily. Minutes later a Southampton corner was wasted when Fox overhit it and the ball going out at the far side. The visitors began to have the better of possession at this stage. A free kick was cleared out of the Rovers defence and set up a good Rovers attack that went out to Sharp on the right. His low shot went across the face of goal, with nobody from either side getting a touch. In the 27th minute, following successive corners to the Saints, a good counter attack was mounted by O’Connor down the Rovers right. He passed inside to Stock who was only just wide from 25yards. Past the half hour and Schneiderlin received on the right and cut into the penalty area before shooting but Ikeme stood up and beat the ball away for a corner. Again the Rovers broke following the corner with Coppinger going down the right and squaring for Sharp,

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and a dangerous ball in by Marshall squirmed through towards Wood who was fouled as he shaped to shoot.The referee had no hesitation in pointing to the spot and Grabban stepped up to net his 13th goal of the season.

However Rotherham were reduced to 10 men before the break.Marshall mistimed his tackle as pacey winger Mark Wright nipped past him and was dismissed for a second yellow card. Andy Scott withdrew Williams so that Tonge could slip into the vacant right-back position.

Despite being at a numerical disadvantage the Millers almost extended their lead within a minute of the restart.

Revell escaped the offside trap on the right-wing before delivering a low, measured cross but it just evaded the onrushing Wood.

Instead the game’s second goal went the way of the home side.A left-wing corner bounced loose and appeared to hit a hand before Sharps stabbed the ball home.The referee waved away the protestations and allowed the goal to stand.

The Shrews looked keen to exploit their extra man and rightback James Hurst was allowed to gallop forward before released a low left-footed drive but it skidded fractionally wide of Logan’s near post.

Rotherham were forced into their second substitution after Branston hobbled off on the hour mark to be replaced by Michael Raynes.

The hosts’ forward partnership was linking up well and Gornell slipped a perfectly-weighted ball through to Morgan, but Logan had his angles covered and got a strong palm in the way to deny the striker.

Matt Richards was exploiting the extra space in the midfield and was first to react to a poor clearance but he dragged his shot just wide of the post from the edge of the box.

Rotherham were penned back and had to endure a succession of corners as Shrewsbury pressed.A left-footed shot by Morgan looped goalwards after a deflection but Logan again produced an incredible save to turn the ball over.

With the hosts controlling all the possession at Greenhous Meadow it looked increasingly like set-pieces would provide the only outlet for the Millers.They nearly did just that as Mullins applied the deftest of touches to Schofield’s free-kick but it flicked just wide of the post with Neal rooted to the spot.

For all their resistance the Millers found themselves staring down the barrel when Morgan went to ground under a challenge by Mullins.Wroe lashed the resulting penalty into the net to give the Shrews the lead with just minutes remaining.

Chris Holroyd was introduced soon after in place of Mullins as Andy Scott threw all his attacking options onto the field to try and salvage a result.

However it proved futile as the hosts saw out their lead to have their name in the hat for the third round draw. whose shot was deflected for a corner. This time the Saints broke from defence and won a corner that was cleared. On 37 minutes, a free kick by Fox on the right caused chaos in the Rovers defence before a foul relieved the pressure and allowed the Rovers to get the ball away. Two minutes later and De Prado, on the Southampton left hit a tremendous twenty-five yarder that Ikeme could only tip over the bar.

The play went back and forth as time ran down to the break but still there was no breakthrough by either side.

The Rovers introduced Barnes to the fray for the second half which began comparitively quietly. Three minutes in and Lallana tried his luck from 25yards but sliced the ball high and wide. The Rovers gradually began to assert some authority on the game and got their reward in the 60th minute when Fortune was played in down the right.

Getting to the byline he squared for SHARP to rifle in from 15yards. Two minutes later, following a free kick, Barnes had a shot deflected for a corner. Some minutes later and Fortune put wide from 25yards. At last the Saints got up the other end to win a corner but that was all. The Rovers continued to have the better of the possession and in the 78th minute Coppinger and Barnes linked up in the middle to give Barnes a strike but Davis made the save.As the last ten minutes came up the visitors began to impose themselves on the Rovers defence but they held solid. In the 85th minute a corner to Southamptonwas headed well wide by Schneiderlin and two minutes later Holmes cut in from the right but blazed high and wide from the edge of the penalty area. As four minutes of added time came up it was backs to the wall stuff from the Rovers but Barnes still managed to get a shot in but put wide. Finally the referee blew his whistle to bring proceedings to an end. A cracking game ended with a first win over the Saints at home by the Rovers in nearly fifty three years but more importantly three points were won.

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SHEFFIELD WEDNESDAY NEWS 2011/12 LOWE STRIKE SENDS OWLS THROUGH MATCH REPORT www.swfc.co.uk

Ryan Lowe’s second half goal was enough to see Wednesday advance to the third round of the FA Cup following a routine win over Aldershot.

Lowe struck four minutes after half time to send the Owls through and although the Shots had their moments, the home side had too much in the tank for their League 2 opponents.

Gary Megson made a host of changes for the cup clash, with Richard O’Donnell, Rob Jones, Julian Bennett, Chris Sedgwick and Liam Palmer all handed starting shirts.

The only area left untouched from last week’s league win over Leyton Orient was the final third, where Chris O’Grady and Lowe continued their strike partnership.

After a cagey opening, Lowe found space in the penalty area and a half chance came his way but the ball fell the wrong side of the post.

At the other end, Luke Guttridge was denied by a brave block tackle from skipper Jones as the pattern of the game saw much of the play in the engine room.

Wednesday bossed possession although Aldershot did look dangerous on the break without causing any real problems in the Owls’ backline.

O’Grady drilled a long ranger that whistled over the crossbar as half time approached and Lines was thwarted by some stout Darren Jones defending but overall, the opening period was one of few chances and no standout talking points.

The FA Cup contest needed a tonic after the break and got exactly that on 49 minutes. O’Grady flicked a high ball into

the area for Lowe to advance on goal and the former Bury man made no mistake from ten yards, sliding confidently beyond Jamie Young.

Having got their noses in front, the Owls sought a second goal to all but kill the game and Megson’s men started to turn the screw.

James Tavernier looked dangerous down the right flank, twice providing good crosses into the box that the Shots managed to clear.

But while ever just the single goal separated the sides, the visitors were in with a shout and Michael Rankine might have done better with a back post header following an accurate feed from Ben Herd.

And Aldershot almost paid for that profligacy when Lowe scampered through on goal midway through the second half but on this occasion failed to find the target.

The Hampshire outfit had another chance on 73 minutes when Adam Smith lined up an angled drive but O’Donnell stood his ground and parried to safety.

Wednesday twice almost put the game to bed with six minutes to go. First, O’Grady forced a fine low save from Young before Liam Palmer missed by a whisker to get something on Lines’ resulting corner.

O’Grady again went close at the end - as did substitute Jermaine Johnson - but Lowe’s earlier strike proved sufficient to ensure the Owls enter Sunday afternoon’s third round draw.

Owls: O’Donnell, Tavernier, Jones, R Johnson, Bennett, Sedgwick (J Johnson 86), Semedo, Lines, Palmer (Prutton 86), Lowe (Morrison 80), O’Grady Unused substitutes: Jameson, Reynolds, Otsemobor, Coke Aldershot: Young, Herd, Straker, Guttridge, Jones, Collins (Davies 80), Rankine (McGlashan 77), Hylton, Rodman (Pearson 77), Morris, Smith Unused substitutes: Worner, Brown, Pulis, Vincenti

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Striker Ryan Lowe was delighted to score his first goal at Hillsborough as the Owls advanced to round three of the FA Cup with a 1-0 win over Aldershot.

The former Bury man has scored twice for Wednesday on the road against Wycombe and Tranmere but his first in S6 in front of the Kop was one to remember.

He said: “Scoring in front of the Kop was obviously an ambition of mine since I came here.

“The manager told me to keep working hard and the goals will come.

“I am a bit of a poacher, if you like, and I like to get into goalscoring positions - that’s what I’m all about and I think my record speaks for itself.

“It was a great little flick-on from Chris O’Grady and fortunately for me I stuck it away so I was pleased to get off the mark at Hillsborough.”

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“We are fortunate enough to have four good strikers at this football club that are all fighting for two places so I think whoever plays will connect well.”

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Gary Megson praised the Owls’ home form this season as his side advanced into the third round of the FA Cup with a comfortable S6 win over Aldershot.

Ryan Lowe settled the game with a trademark goal four minutes into the second half but Wednesday might have made the game far more conclusive on another day as they missed a string of chances.

But overall, Megson was pleased to get through to the next stage. Wednesday will learn of their opponents in Sunday afternoon’s draw, live on ITV. He said: “We won the game, which is the main thing that matters in cup competition. It’s another win at home and that’s what we have to do, keep on winning.

“We’ve played nine league games at home and won eight, we beat Blackpool at home in the Carling Cup and drew against a Premiership side and a Championship in two pre-season friendlies at Hillsborough.

“So we’re doing well at home and if we do get beat, we have to make sure it’s because the opposition played well and we haven’t thrown it away.”

While Megson was pleased with progression, the number of opportunities that fell by the wayside was not lost on the Owls boss.

He added: “Ryan’s goal was typical of the lad, he’s been doing that all his career. He could have had another one, Chris O’Grady had a couple of chances but did terrific leading the line and Liam Palmer missed a header near the end.

“Jermaine Johnson came on and could have had a hat-trick in ten minutes, I was really pleased how he played, apart from the finish, because on his day, he’s unstoppable.

“But we’re through and as I said, that’s the main thing in the cups. It won’t be like the olden days when we are all gathered round the radio for the draw hoping for a big club because we are a big club ourselves.

“I would like a home draw and then to get as far as we can in the competition.”

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SHEFFIELD UNITED NEWS 2011/12

EVANS DOUBLE PUTS BLADES THROUGH MATCH REPORT www.sufc.co.uk United’s first game since the tragic death of Gary Speed was marked with a victory and a Welshman was influential in the FA Cup second round win.

Ched Evans, who has admitted that Speed was a mentor for him, netted twice in the second half.

The tie, however, was not easy. Rene Howe gave Torquay the lead, which they held for a long period before an own goal from Mark Ellis levelled the scores. The Evans double then put United in charge before Danny Stevens bagged a late second for the visitors.

Striker Cresswell, free from the illness which kept him out of the previous weekend’s victory at Chesterfield, started at the expense of Porter, who dropped to the bench. It was the one and only change made by boss Wilson, which meant skipper Montgomery had to be satisfied with a place amongst the substitutes. Doyle kept hold of United’s armband and the formation remained 4-4-2.

The heartfelt minute’s applause which preceded the kick-off ended with Torquay fans joining Unitedites in singing Gary Speed’s name, whilst the Greasy Chip Buttie anthem was sung with vigour,

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Attempting to come to terms with the occasion and the wet conditions, United made a slow start and were punished. Just three minutes had elapsed on the referee’s watch when Nicholson’s free-kick was flicked into the path of HOWE, who had escaped his marker and had the simple task of firing past the exposed Simonsen.

Torquay’s Morris fired a long-range shot at Simonsen as they looked to double their lead, but the Blades hit back with Maguire heading wide a Williamson delivery and then an Evans free-kick looked to be heading for the top corner on 25 minutes before Olejnik tipped over the crossbar.

Two further opportunities to extend the lead were presented to Torquay before the break, courtesy of neat through balls, but neither were taken. Stevens scuffed his effort when put through and then Howe rounded Simonsen but the Blades goalkeeper recovered to save the subsequent shot from Bodin.

Torquay’s Mansell was the first to be booked, for a late foul on McAllister, and from the resulting free-kick Evans again hit the target but saw his curler again saved by Olejnik, low to his left.

Evans was also involved in the first action of the second half but Oastler’s challenge on the United striker was not worthy of a penalty, said referee Sarginson, whilst a shot from Lowton was comfortable for the visiting goalkeeper, who had to remain on his toes.

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was pushed away by Olejnik and from the rebound Evans struck a post from an acute angle. McAllister also had a shot blocked as United piled on the pressure.

Around the hour mark Torquay’s Morris was booked for a crude challenge on Quinn and boss Wilson made a double change, taking off McAllister and Williams for McDonald and Jean-Francois.

A rare Torquay attack was thwarted by Maguire’s timely challenge on Howe and the home side’s second period dominance finally paid off...

On 68 minutes, Quinn and Williamson linked up on the right and Lowton’s cross was sliced into his own net by visiting defender ELLIS. And straight from the kick-off the Blades were quickly on the offensive again and grabbed the lead. EVANS latched onto a hopeful ball forward and cut onto his left foot before drilling past Olejnik. The Welsh striker lifted his shirt to display a message in tribute to Gary Speed and, to his credit, referee Sarginson kept his yellow card in his pocket.

The quick goals seemed to stun the League Two side and they had not recovered by the time Evans added his second and United’s third on 78 minutes. Olejnik scuffed his clearance straight to EVANS, who calmly slotted under the goalkeeper’s body.

Two Cresswell attempts were snuffed out by the Torquay defence, whilst Evans was encouraged to hammer a 40-yard free-kick towards goal but he was well off target.

Porter replaced Cresswell for the final few minutes and McDonald was booked late on before Torquay grabbed a consolation with a very late goal. The four minutes of injurytime had elapsed when Howe played in STEVENS to shoot past Simonsen but there was no time for the Gulls to mount another challenge as the Blades took the available place in the third round of the FA Cup.

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Blades: Simonsen, Lowton, Doyle, Evans, Williamson, Collins, Cresswell (Porter 83), Maguire, McAllister (McDonald 62), Quinn, Williams (Jean-Francois 62).

Unused: Montgomery, Ertl, Flynn, Porter, Long.

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After a very emotional week, the Blades progressed into the third round of the F.A. Cup sponsored by Budweiser.

A 3 - 2 victory saw in-form striker Ched Evans score twice after a Matty Lowton free kick had been deflected into the visitors’ goal by Mark Ellis.

The home side fell behind early on when the Gulls striker Rene Howe put the League two team ahead. With virtually the last kick of the game, Torquay scored through Danny Stevens to make the scoreline closer than the second half play perhaps warranted.

But it was somewhat fitting that proud Welshman Ched Evans got the goals today.

“We didn’t start with the right tempo today, our passing was negative going backwards rather than forwards, explained Blades boss Danny Wilson.

“We invited them onto to us more than we should have done. The goal we gave away was a poor one from our point of view.

“It was a tough tie, we knew it would be.

We can’t use what preceded the game as an excuse and nor would we wish too, but we expected the boys to get more into the game and they did that.

“We put quality balls into the opposition box and although there was a certain amount of ‘flukiness’ about the first goal we deserved to be back into the game because of the way we were playing.”

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BURY MARKET..............................................£12 McARTHURGLEN & YORK ...........................£12 NEWCASTLE .................................................£14 LIVERPOOL SHOPPER ................................£12

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CLEVELEYS & BLACKPOOL ........................£12 BIRMINGHAM ................................................£12 WHITBY..........................................................£12 RICHMOND & DURHAM ...............................£12 CHORLEY & SOUTHPORT...........................£12 BRIDLINGTON ...............................................£12 YORK VIKING FEST ......................................£12

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SCARBOROUGH.............................£229 SKEGNESS.......................................£208 TORQUAY .........................................£165 GT YARMOUTH ...............................£139 TENBY ALL INC................................£195 TORQUAY .........................................£129 TORQUAY .........................................£138

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Sun 19th Feb

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6 days

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Thur 12th April

Phantom of the Opera(Manchester)

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Country & Western Weekend

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Mon 27th Feb

Winter Warmer in Scarborough

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Wed 2nd May

The King & I – Birmingham

£36

Fri 9th March

Lions @ Longleat

3 days

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Mon 12th March

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Wed 20th June

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£45

Fri 16th March

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