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THE WHO BRING Weekly Wit With... QUADROPHENIA TO ALBERT SNODGRASS THE ARENA
THE WHO, one of rock’s legendary and defining bands, has announced a UK arena tour where they’ll perform their iconic 1973 double album QUADROPHENIA in its entirety, along with a selection of WHO classics. The tour stops off at the Motorpoint Arena Sheffield on Tuesday 18th June 2013. Tickets priced £60, £65, £70 (subject to booking fee) go on sale Friday 1st February at 9am. This marks a welcome return to Yorkshire for the band who have performed at the Arena on two previous occasions in 2000 and 2007. Their first live album ‘Live At Leeds’ recorded at the University of Leeds in 1970 is widely regarded as one of the greatest live albums of all time. The UK tour follows on from a hugely successful North American tour, praised by press and fans alike as probably the definitive interpretation of Quadrophenia and “a rock ‘n’ roll lover’s dream come true” (Telegram.com, Boston). “QUADROPHENIA is their (The Who’s) boldest and most fully realized albums,” writes Rolling Stone, “but it’s never quite gotten the live show it deserves – until now”. The critically acclaimed QUADROPHENIA marked the British band’s second rock opera (after Tommy), raised the bar for rock albums as an art form, hit #2 on the UK album chart and massively influenced the future of UK style, fashion and culture – from Paul Weller to Bradley Wiggins, from Paul Smith to Noel Gallagher. The album’s title is a variation on the popular usage of the medical diagnostic term schizophrenia and exemplifies the four varying personalities of the band members who created the album. IGN placed QUADROPHENIA at No. 1 on its list of the greatest classic rock albums of all time and Q magazine placed QUADROPHENIA on its list of the 100 Greatest British Albums Ever. It features such classic WHO songs as “The Real Me,” “5:15” and “Love Reign o’er Me.” The band, founded in 1964, brought together four different personalities and in effect produced a musical hurricane. Each of them was a pioneer. Wildman drummer Keith Moon beat his kit with a chaotic elegance; stoic bassist John Entwistle held down the center with the melodic virtuosity of a solo guitarist; raging intellectual Pete Townshend punctuated the epic universality of his songs with the windmill slamming of his fingers across his guitar strings; and Roger Daltrey roared above it all with an impossibly virile macho swagger. They exploded conventional rhythm and blues structures, challenged pop music conventions, and redefined what was possible on stage, in the recording studio, and on vinyl. The film QUADROPHENIA starred a young Sting, Phil Daniels, Ray Winstone, Trevor Laird and Lesley Ash. John Lydon (Rotten) was screen tested for a part, but the idea was dropped when insurance became an issue! QUADROPHENIA became one of the key influential, independent British movies, alongside other gritty real life films (known as ‘angry young man films’), like “Scum”, “The Loneliness Of The Long Distance Runner” and “Look Back In Anger”. This new concert version of QUADROPHENIA, personally directed by Roger Daltrey, focuses on the original album and replaces the narrative used in previous stage versions with powerful imagery projected on an array of massive screens, designed to support, complement and propel the musical content of the work by setting it in the context of the history of the band. This is achieved to startling effect. “Quadrophenia and its coming-of-age story unfolded in songs that blended nuance and noise, a spectacle grand and gritty,” writes the Orlando Sentinel. The Who’s 8-date UK tour features founding members ROGER DALTREY and PETE TOWNSHEND, who will be joined by Zak Starkey (drums), Pino Palladino (bass), Simon Townshend (guitar/backing vocals), John Corey (keyboards), Loren Gold (keyboards/backing vocals) and Frank Simes (musical director, keyboards/backing vocals). Tickets for The Who “Quadrophenia” at the Motorpoint Arena Sheffield go on sale Friday 1st February 9am, priced £60, £65, £70 (subject to booking fee), available in person at the Arena box office, by phone on 0114 256 5656 or online at www. motorpointarenasheffield.co.uk
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2/2/1887 – In Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania the first Groundhog Day is observed 3/2/1959 – A plane crash near Clear Lake, Iowa kills Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, The Big Bopper 4/2/2004 – Facebook is founded by Mark Zuckerberg 5/2/ 1919 – Charlie Chaplin, Mary Pickford, Douglas Fairbanks, and D.W. Griffith launch United Artists 6/2/1958 – Eight Manchester United F.C. players and 15 other passengers killed in the Munich air disaster 7/2/1935 – The classic board game Monopoly is invented 8/2/1974 – After 84 days in space, the crew of Skylab 4, the last crew to visit American space station Skylab, returns to Earth
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Wicca (Part One) Questions and Answers Wicca is a modern pagan religion based around witchcraft. Broomsticks, spells and black cats are common associations with the idea of a witch but I believe that quite a few of us can claim at least one witch-like quality! Witchcraft is a fascinating subject and consequently I have chosen to spread this article over two issues. Make sure you pick up The Mercury next week for the second part. What Is A Witch? In traditional Wicca, a person who enters the coven is called a witch. They undertake a year of study and must conform to a number of rules and ethical codes. Witches and pagans are people who recognise that everything in the universe is interconnected. They have a strong connection with nature, her cycles and with all living things that share our planet. Some witches practise magic but they do this for the good of the planet. Witches believe in the Great Goddess and the majority of witches recognise `The Law of Three.`
The Law Of Three ‘The Law of Three’ is the belief that whatever you put into life will be tripled. Just as ‘what goes up must come down,’ what we put out into the universe will return threefold. If you practise positive magic you will receive blessings in return but witches also know that those who practice negative magic will ultimately destroy themselves. What Are Maiden, Mother & Old Crone? This is the cycle of life and influences figures of worship, for instance, a Maiden would be a young girl who would worships the Goddess Aphrodite and is searching for love. A Mother would follow the Matron Goddess Isis as she is a mythological mother figure, and lastly the Old Crone would work with Ishtar who is the Mother Earth, representing the grandmother and looking after women in child birth. Why Are Some Witches Called Lord And Lady? A witch is sometimes called Lady because she has been in the craft a long time. She is very knowledgeable and wise. The same goes for the male witch.
Who Can Be A Witch? Anyone who can find his/her way to the Great Goddess and is willing to find time to study and practice can be a good witch. He/she must have willpower, compassion, patience, imagination, and focus.
Are Male Witches Called Wizards? A wizard was a name used for magicians or sorcerers throughout history. A witch can either be a man or woman as stated previously. Wizards who were accused of witchcraft and magical arts were burnt as witches. However, Merlin the Magician/Wizard was a man highly Different Kinds Of Witches There are different kinds of witches for instance prized by King Arthur and his wife Genevieve. one that lives in the city is called an Urban Witch. A Kitchen Witch practises magic that is Please contact me for a psychic reading on centred around the family and a Solitary Witch 07811632353 or visit www.psychicglynis.com
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The New Moon this week can help you to power forwards with confidence. The downside is that just as this should be so, your energy may take a dive, in part due to an enervating link between Mars and Neptune. It may be that some trying work pressures or irritations are at the root of this. Call for more...
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Someone rather inspiring can enter your world this week. Yet this is not the best of weeks to believe everything you hear professionally. Someone could dangle a tantalising possibility in your direction, but whether this will become anything solid, is another matter. Get pledges in writing. Call for more...
Your emotions can be rather fluid this week, and at times, fact may seem stranger than fiction. With this in mind, it’s probably best not to commit to anything which pins you to a particular course of action. Fortunately, a superb link can lead to one intriguing and flirtatious conversation. Call now for more....
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You may receive a financial boost later this week. In part, this can come from the New Moon, but also a relative, an aunt or an uncle can be generous, or perhaps even a co-worker’s good fortune can see you get a treat too. In fact, the more you look to help others, the better it can be for you. Call for more...
You may find yourself drawn towards one person, and it can be an intoxicating connection. But wait awhile before deciding if this is the one for you. The hazy, shimmering link between Mars and Neptune may well conjure up romantic magic, but equally it could leave you baffled. Call for more...
The New Moon in your sign and a stunning link between Venus in your sign and lucky Jupiter, can help you no-end when it comes to jazzing up your image, and strutting your stuff. Expect to be in demand, and there may be more than one person interested in you romantically. Call for your love scope in full...
You might be confused by the signals you get from someone you like, and if so, it wouldn’t be a surprise. Yet, next week can be much brighter, so be it in business or in love, patience is the order of things. Your best bet is to focus on getting fitter or looking at ways to improve your diet. Call for more advice...
Things mightn’t seem to go at the pace you want. But the more you force it, the slower things may go. The best way to handle this, is to relax. Soon enough your plans will start to motor forwards - but for now, find some diversions. It might even be a good idea to treat yourself to a duvet day. Call for more...
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NHS WANTS TO HEELEY WALK AND FIRE DEATH HEAR ABOUT YOUR TALK PROJECT PROMPTS SMOKE Do you live in Heeley? Did your family live EXPERIENCE. here in the past? Do you have any memories ALARM PLEA http://www.syfire.gov.uk/2545.asp The NHS wants to hear about people’s experience of them. Already, many people leave feedback online. Now they are developing a phone service for those who prefer to speak to someone. Please call 0800 068 4590 to talk to one of their operators. They want to hear how your NHS visit went, what was good or disappointing. You can also give feedback on behalf of a friend or relative. The phone line is open 0800–2000 Monday to Friday and 0800-1600 weekends. The phone line will be closed on bank holidays
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Follow these tips to keep you and your family warm and well in extremely cold weather. To keep warm and well during spells of cold weather: • Draw your curtains at dusk and keep your doors closed to block out draughts. • Have regular hot drinks and eat at least one hot meal a day if possible. Eating regularly helps keep energy levels up during winter. • Wear several light layers of warm clothes (rather than one chunky layer). • Keep as active in your home as possible. • Wrap up warm and wear shoes with a good grip if you need to go outside on cold days. Keep your main living room at around 1821°C (65-70°F), and the rest of the house at least 16°C (61°F). If you can’t heat all the rooms you use, heat the living room during the day and the bedroom just before you go to sleep. The Met Office has get ready for winter advice and some suggestions for practical things that you can do to prepare for winter weather, including cold, ice and snow, high winds and flooding. The advice also tells you ways of saving money. Travel in icy weather Icy pavements and roads can be very slippery. Take extra care if you go out and wear boots or shoes with good grip on the soles. The Met Office advises putting grit or cat litter on paths and driveways to lessen the risk of slipping. It adds that you should wait until the roads have been gritted if you’re travelling by car. The Highways Agency offers useful advice for road users on travelling in snow and freezing conditions. Bear in mind that black ice on pavements or roads might not be clearly visible, and that compacted snow may turn to ice and become slippery. How to find weather warnings The Met Office provide the weather forecasts for broadcasts on radio and TV, so listen in to these bulletins regularly to keep up to date with the weather. Severe weather warnings are also issued on the Met Office website, through the Met Office twitter feed, or you can ring the Weather Desk on 0870 900 0100. How cold weather affects your health Check up on friends, relatives and neighbours who may be more vulnerable to cold weather. Cold weather is especially dangerous for older people or people with serious illnesses, so check up on them if you can. Read how to spot and treat hypothermia. People with heart or respiratory (breathing) problems may have worse symptoms during a cold spell and for several days after temperatures return to normal. You can find more information and advice on staying healthy in periods of cold weather in Winter health.
of the area; old photos, documents or stories? If you do come and join in with the Heeley Walk and Talk Project! Starting on Friday 25th of January, Heeley Walk and Talk is a new, exciting three month project funded by the South Community Assembly and based at Heeley City Farm in Heeley, Sheffield. Project leaders at the Farm are inviting Heeley residents, both past and present, to come and share their memories over a cup of coffee and a slice of cake and contribute to an Oral history project. Visitors will also get a chance to look at the community archive which has been produced by Heeley Heritage volunteers, and includes archaeological finds from digs on the Heeley City Farm site. As well as the coffee mornings, where people can share their memories in more detail, visitors can also take part in a short, guided walk around the Heeley area with the Farm’s Health Champions and Sally Rodgers, and learn more about the history of Heeley. Meet at 10am in front of the South Yorkshire Energy Centre (SYEC) at the Farm and if you don’t fancy a walk you’re welcome to come inside for a chat and some cake!” The Heritage Walks take place at 10am every Friday morning between the 25th of January and the 29th March initially although they will continue into the spring. The special Reminiscence Coffee Mornings will be running alongside the Heritage Walks on the 25th Jan, the 1st,8th & 22nd Feb and 1st March between 10 am and 12.30pm in SYEC. During February Half term there will be additional family Walk and Talk activities everyday between Monday 18th and Friday 22nd February. These will include games, activities, crafts and an archaeological finds workshop. The project will finish with a celebration event on the 16th of March 10am to 2pm. For more information please contact: Shelly Davis – Older Wiser Warmer Project Officer - shelly.syec@heeleyfarm.org.uk Sally Rodgers - Community Heritage Officer youngroots@heeleyfarm.org.uk Both can be reached on 0114 3039981 South Yorkshire Energy Centre, Heeley City Farm, Alexandra Road, Heeley, S2 3EE
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Your Right to Control What does it mean for disabled people? Tuesday, 12 February, 1.30-4pm in The Circle, 33 Rockingham Lane, S1 4GE Right to Control is a new legal right which recognises that you’re an expert in your own life. You know what support is best for you to meet your needs and to achieve your ambitions. Information about: Right to Control and more choice over your support including * Employment * Social Care * Housing* Workshops on: * Co-production * Peer Support - Expert from Experience* Making Information Accessible * Sharing Your Experiences * To Book a Place contact: Emily Morton, Sheffield CIL: 0114 2536747 emily.morton@inclusivesheffield.org.uk We can cover any out-of-pocket expenses for individuals such as travel or PA support. Please let them know if you need any support or adjustments in order to come to the event Information Stalls: * Local Groups * Job Centre Plus * Sheffield City Council * Sheffield CIL * Sheffield 50+ Members’ Meeting, 1.15pm in Sheffield Town Hall on Thurs 7 February. Subject Power of Attorney and home owners. Members welcome. Membership forms available at the meeting.
A Barnsley man who died in a house fire in Gawber could have been saved if his home had been properly fitted with smoke alarms, an inquest found. The man died when fire tore through the single storey detached bungalow in May last year. The blaze started in the kitchen and is thought to have been caused by a faulty fridge. But fire service investigators also found a smoke alarm inside the property that tragically had not been fitted to the ceiling. South Yorkshire Coroner Christopher Dorries, recording a narrative verdict, said: “Unfortunately, whilst there was a smoke alarm present within the property it was not appropriately fitted to a ceiling and would not have given him early warning of the smoke and fire gasses. “It is likely that he would have had sufficient time to escape in the circumstances had the alarm been properly fitted and working.” South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue’s Mick Mason, said: “This tragic incident is the clearest possible evidence as to why people should make sure their homes are fitted with working smoke alarms and test them regularly.” Smoke alarms should be fitted on every level of your home, on the ceiling and ideally in the middle of a room or on a hallway or landing. The batteries should never be taken out and alarms should be regularly tested to make sure they are working properly. For free reminders to test your smoke alarms, register at pressthebutton.co.uk Free Home Safety Checks are offered to people throughout South Yorkshire, and are at the core of our community safety agenda. During a Home Safety Check firefighters or community safety staff will give advice on how to make the home safer, what to do in the event of a fire and what to do if you are trapped by a fire. They will also fit free smoke alarms if a home is without one and explain how to maintain them correctly. As a result of our Home Safety Check service, more and more people across South Yorkshire are benefitting from free fire safety advice and the fitting of free smoke alarms. Latest statistics show the number of accidental house fires and deaths and injuries from house fires continues to fall as this vital prevention work makes an impact. For a free Home Safety Check call 0114 253 2314, or text FREE to 87023, or e-mail: cfsadmin@syfire.gov.uk
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: 0114 2735426 Email: sheffield50plus@yahoo.co.uk www.sheffield50plus.co.uk
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Wrap Up And Run 10k to help Age UK raise vital funds for older people across the country this Winter. With chip timing, goodies at the finish and an incredible atmosphere the event arrives comes to Graves Park in Sheffield on Sunday 24th February 2013. Open to all abilities, this scenic, friendly, chiptimed race is the perfect New Year’s running challenge. Wrap Up And Run this winter to raise money for our Spread the Warmth campaign. The races were launched last year in response to the needless deaths of more than 200 older people per day in the cold weather. Our aim is to stop unnecessary suffering and preventable winter deaths.
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Wortley Hall Events 2013 Looking for a variety of events? Wortley Hall, one of South Yorkshire’s most beautiful venues has something to offer everyone….
EVENTS CALENDAR 2013 Sat 19th Jan Fri 25th Jan Sun 3rd Feb Thu 14th Feb Fri 15th Feb Sun 17th Feb Sun 10th Mar Sun 31st Mar
Seeking Spirits Event ................................... £29.95pp Burns Night Dinner .................................... £24.95pp Wedding Fair .....................................Free Admission Valentines Dinner ........................................ £29.95pp Valentines Dinner ........................................ £29.95pp Don’t Tell The Groom ................................. £19.95pp Mothers Day Carvery ..................£17.00ad, £9.50ch Farmers, Gift & Craft Market with Easter Egg Hunt .......................Free Admission Tue 9th Apr Walk & Dine ................................................. £22.50pp Fri 26th Apr Fish & Wine Night ....................................... £29.95pp Fri 10th May Motown & Mayhem .................................... £29.95pp Mon 27th May Garden Fair ......................................................£2.50pp Sun 2nd Jun Summer Garden Party .....................Free Admission Tue 11th Jun Walk & Dine ................................................. £22.50pp Sat 6th Jul South Yorkshire Festival ..................Free Admission Sun 7th Jul Vintage Car Rally ..............................£3.50ad, 50p ch Tue 9th Jul Walk & Dine ................................................. £22.50pp Tue 13th Aug Walk & Dine ................................................. £22.50pp Mon 26th Aug Garden Fair ......................................................£2.50pp Tue 17th Sep Walk & Dine ................................................. £22.50pp Sun 20th Oct Wedding Fair .....................................Free Admission Thu 31st Oct Halloween Charity Ghostly Walk & BBQ .............................................£12.95ad, £9.95ch Sun 3rd Nov Christmas Market .............................Free Admission December refer to our Christmas brochure for full list of events throughout the festive period.
Wortley Hall, Wortley, Sheffield S35 7DB Tel 0114 288 2100 Email info@wortleyhall.org.uk
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WELCOME to our first edition of The Wedding Guide 2013. Happy new year to all our brides to be. I hope you have all managed to battle on through the snow, and that it hasn’t dampened your spirits, whatever the weather, I am sure planning your day will be special. A winter wedding, a summer marquee, a Church or Civil ceremony, whatever you have chosen to celebrate your wedding, Our Guide is here to help you with news, views and helpful advice. This is an interactive guide; we want to hear your stories. If you have some advice to pass on, please let us know. So we can all share your views on this page. I want your highs and lows, you’re good and bad. I want to hear all about it and so do the other readers. Send me your success stories, or photographs of your special day to mandy@ mercurynewspaper.co.uk Most of the service providers on this page say we have put them firmly on the map, by being part of this monthly feature, and opened up a whole new world, so come on all you brides to be, there must be someone on this guide who has got what you are looking for Don’t forget to put the Mercury Wedding Fair at the Copthorne Hotel on Sunday 3rd March in your diary, if you are looking for ideas for a 2014 wedding, or last minute extra’s for a wedding this year, it is sure to be a large prestigious event. Entry is free, and we will give you a complimentary
glass of bucks fizz for the Bride and Groom, canapés will also be served. There are 2 fashion shows at 12 noon and 2.00pm courtesy of Lillys Bridal at Neepsend. If you are an exhibitor, I still have space available at extremely competitive rates so call me now for a quote The average wedding is said to cost £20.000. I can imagine how easy it is to get carried away and reach that amount. Obviously, you don’t have to spend that much, some venues are offering the whole package for under £2000, so it can be as extravagant or as intimate as you want. Moving onto our pages this week, Many of our advertisers in this feature have been in the business for a number of years and can offer you experience, value and customer service, but mainly, their aim is to help make your day the most memorable, special occasion. I have had the pleasure of working along side most of these people, and have witnessed their dedication, passion and commitment to making your day special Venues are generally one of the first things on your list to choose, as this will be the main focus of the event. They are also booked up well in advance, up to 3 years in some cases, so its never to early to view them. Large, small, grand or intimate, each wedding is different, and each venue can offer different things depending on your requirements. It is always good to view a couple of venues in mind, and go and view them, more than once if need be. The proprietor will be more than happy to show you
around, and talk through your requirements until you are happy with your choice. The Sitwell Arms at Renishaw are proud sponsors of our Wedding Guide, and they provide quality facilities at affordable prices. It is a beautiful 18th century coaching inn with beautiful surroundings, perfect for the photographs. The Old Rectory in Handsworth is set in beautiful surroundings, whether you want a buffet or a banquet, this venue can cater for 5 for 150 guests. Looking for a venue with a difference? The Kiveton and Wales Parish Hall offer you the whole package for one affordable cost, so check them out. Onto bridal wear now and Michelle will offer you a warm welcome at her brand new contemporary showroom called Lillis in Neepsend. A lot of personal touches and thought has gone into this venture, and you will feel immediately at ease with the friendly professional manner in which Michelle treats her guests. You will arrive as a client and leave as a friend. The next Wedding Guide, will be out on Wednesday 27th February. Good luck with the planning, and don’t forget to call our experts for friendly advice and help, and tell them you saw them in the Mercury See you next month.
THE MERCURY SPRING WEDDING FAYRE The 4 Star Copthorne Hotel plays host to The Mercury's spring Wedding Fayre in March. A wide selection of wedding services will be on display to offer you help and advice on your big day. A must for every Bride!
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THE PERFECT WEDDING VENUE
Weddings at the
Every day is a celebration at the Sandygate Hotel in this wonderful, traditional setting. Our new staff here at the Sandygate have vast experience in creating the perfect ambiance for your special celebrations.
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The Perfect Wedding Venue
If you take one of our packages there will also be the option to have a professional photographer at the added cost of £500
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Sunday 24th March 11am - 3pm We have over 20 carefully selected local Exhibitors confirmed including: • Florists • Caterers • Photographers • Musicians • Marquee Hire • Beauticians • Bridal Wear • Cake Makers • Jewellers plus Many More!
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NOT EVERY ELECTRONIC CIGARETTE IS THE SAME! Electronic cigarettes (sometimes referred to as an "ecigarette", "e-cigarette" or "ecig") are becoming more and more popular as an alternative to tobacco cigarettes. So why choose Mirage? Mirage Cigarettes have produced electronic cigarettes for around five years which, in this relatively new industry, makes us one of the market leaders. Our core service is to deliver the highest quality electronic cigarette with exceptional customer service. An electric cigarette starter kit from Mirage is all that you need to begin enjoying smoking at any time, in any place. We can
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GUIDE Please send your Views, News and Reviews to info@mercurynewspaper.co.uk / What’s On, 4b Queens Road, Sheffield S2 4DG / Tel: 0114 276 3701
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TINA KEEPS ON ROLLIN’ Soul Sister, the new West End smash-hit musical inspired by the music, life and times of Ike and Tina Turner, rolls into the Lyceum Theatre from Mon 25 February – Sat 2 March. Following the highs, lows, passions and heartbreak of Ike and Tina as their careers soared whilst their marriage crumbled, Soul Sister stars critically-acclaimed singer Emi Wokoma (Hairspray) as Tina Turner, alongside Chris Tummings as Ike Turner, the energetic Ikettes and superb on-stage band. Soul Sister features all the classic Tina Turner hits including What’s Love Got to Do with It, Proud Mary, Private Dancer, River Deep Mountain High and Simply the Best. Full of heart and soul, electrifying choreography, and stunning musical numbers, Soul Sister is sure to have you on your feet, partying the night away. Tina Turner is arguably one of music’s greatest ever live performance and recording artist ‘divas’, and was named “one of
the greatest singers of all time” by Rolling Stone Magazine. With a career spanning over 50 years, her combined album and single sales total approximately 180 million copies worldwide. She has won 9 Grammy Awards, and an induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, amongst many other accolades and honours. Soul Sister was devised by John Miller and Pete Brooks; directed
by Pete Brooks and Bob Eaton and designed by Laura Hopkins, with choreography by Jason Pennycooke, and musical staging and additional choreography Carole Todd. The musical supervisor and arranger is Keith Strachan. Tickets for Soul Sister are on sale now from Sheffield Theatres’ Box Office, priced £17.00 - £31.00. Call 0114 249 6000 or visit sheffieldtheatres.co.uk to book.
RADIO NIGHTINGALE by Mel Jaques
Are you one of the 6.4m people that use a search engine every day? Did you know you can raise money for Radio Nightingale while you search? By using easysearch instead of Google or any other search engine, you can make a real difference. easysearch is completely FREE and by making just 10 searches a day, you could raise around £20 a year for Radio Nightingale. As well as raising funds, easysearch also gives you the best search results available on web. Today, the Internet is so big that different search engines will often deliver different results for the same search. So, by combining the strengths of several search engines together - Yahoo!, Bing, MIVA, and many more - you get the very best results in terms of accuracy and relevance, which means you’ll find what you’re looking for quickly and easily every time - all in one ‘easy’ search! What people are saying about easysearch “easysearch is a great idea and just as good as Google for the results! I’ve recommended it to my friends and I think this site is the best around as it does something for people. Well done!” “What a fantastic idea! I was using Google anyway but this way I get to raise money for my good cause every time I search…brilliant! I’ve made easysearch my homepage!” So the next time you need to find something online, please use http:// radionightingale.easysearch.org. uk and raise money for Radio Nightingale with every search you make.
MAGIC AM by Trevor Thomas
Well, after all the snow, ice, doom and gloom of having to wait what seemed like forever to reach January pay day, here’s your invitation to join us for a fun family day out. Once again this year, we’re joining with the Jane Tomlinson Appeal to help husband Mike and the family raise money for charity. Get your friends, family or work colleagues together, or simply sign up on your own to join our charity Cash for Kids on the Peak District Walk. It’s happening on Sunday April 28th and we’ll be taking in some awesome scenery and spectacular sights. You can choose how far you go as well, whether it’s a 5 mile family walk or the more intrepid 14 or 26 miles. Our charity manager Sam and myself would love to walk with you on the day. Find out more by phoning 0114 209 1100 in office hours, or go to magicam.co.uk and fill out your details. Then, get your boots ready for a walk in the sunshine. Weather permitting!
Radio Nightingale broadcasts 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for the patients and staff of the Rotherham General Hospital on 945 &1350mw and Hospedia. For more information about the station visit www.radionightingale.org.uk Twitter: @nightingale1350 Facebook: radionightingale Current volunteer vacancies: Website content writer Football commentator Production assistant Fundraiser Contact us on 01709 304244 for more information on volunteering or apply online at www. radionightingale.org.uk
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CLUBHISTORIANS.CO.UK by Ruth Cherrington
Missing a train connection needn’t be a bad thing, especially if you are meant to make your link at Doncaster. I was recently passing through there with my colleague Karen but we missed our train to Grimsby by a few minutes. It was dark and cold and hanging around the station for almost an hour was not an appealing prospect. Rather than stay put on the chilly platform or have yet another cup of station coffee in the same-as-everywhere-else cafe, I remembered there would be pleasant shelter nearbyDoncaster Trades Club. It’s conveniently located, after all, right next to the station in the Frenchgate shopping centre. Dougie, in charge of the door, was still sat in his work station by the entrance and recalled my previous visit there almost two years ago. It was Tuesday, late afternoon, and many people were leaving the club. This might not look to be a good thing, with evening coming on: shouldn’t people be going in instead? Not so here as the club’s unique position in this modern shopping centre means that they can attract people for afternoon concerts and shows, often with lunch included. The club can be very busy early to mid-afternoon when shows are on with those folk weary with shopping but keen for a bit of social life and entertainment calling in. Tuesday is a busy day and as one crowd leaves, those who have been at work all day can stop by for a pint and a chat with fellow members or game of snooker in the games room. The club has a long history in the city but had to move, literally, with the times when the Frenchgate Centre was planned. The land was needed as part of the development but they were offered this prime location, which is also right near to the bus station as well. It’s a location that the club management seem to be making the most of and gives them an advantage over some ailing clubs that now look isolated with poor transport links. We missed a connection but found a nice warm place to spend our time and a cheering drink. Karen liked the club a lot and has now joined the ranks of club historians! We drank to the club being right there when we needed one and hope that it continues to thrive.
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THE ANGEL 59 Sheffield Road, Woodhouse S13 7EQ 0114 288 0816 THURSDAY 31ST JANUARY
COLLEY WMC
The Best Weekend in Town
EVERY FRIDAY
GREAT FUN NIGHT CHILDREN MUST BE
ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT Saturday 2nd February
BIG IN JAPAN Sunday 3rd February
THE FUTURE
MEALS SERVED DAILY
Mon to Fri - 12noon - 2pm / 5pm - 8pm Sat 12noon - 3pm Sunday Lunch 12noon - 3pm
O.A.P. SPECIAL
Mon to Fri 12noon - 2pm 2 for £5.50
ROB RUSSELL 2 FREE FUNCTION ROOMS AVAILBLE PLEASE RING FOR DETAILS
NEW MEMBERS WELCOME
SMITHYWOOD WMC Smithywood Road - Woodseats Tel:0114 2551909
TOP ENTERTAINMENT
SATURDAY 2ND FEBRUARY
SUPER CELL
CLASSIC ROCK BAND
SUNDAY 3RD FEBRUARY IN THE LOUNGE
SAM MIGGELL
Every Tuesday - from 8:30pm
PLUS WIN A GALLON OF BEER
THURSDAY GAMES NIGHT
LADIES DANCE NIGHT
BINGO NIGHT
BEV BROOKES
MONDAY QUIZ NIGHT WITH PRIZES
SATURDAY 2ND FEBRUARY
TUESDAY - JACKPOT £95
Saturday 2nd February
Wednesday 6th February
THOMAS MARX
KARAOKE WITH NATHAN
SOCIAL CLUB
PERSONALITY FEMALE VOCALIST
JAM NIGHT WITH BRIAN WOOD & TONY LEWIS
CARLTON
Sunday 3rd February
SUNDAY 3rd February
SHARPE EXPERIENCE
Mulehouse Road, Crookes S10 0114 266 0114
LARGE CONCERT ROOM FOR HIRE MOST SUNDAY NIGHTS & SOME FRIDAYS FOR REHEARSALS, SOCIALS & GIGS. (AFTERNOONS & EVENINGS)
ROCK & ROLL BAND
UD
E1
QUIZ NIGHT
PLUS 3 TOMBOLA FLYERS
Friday 8th February
MARK BURROWS Saturday 9th February
BAND OF BROTHERS Sunday 10th February
EVOKE
TUESDAY IS POKER NIGHT EVERYONE WELCOME
FRIDAY TOMBOLA & 5 NUMBER ALL PAID OUT
THURS & FRI ALL BEERS £2.20 CARLING £2.35 STELLA 2.45
FREE FUNCTION ROOM AVAILABLE
CONTACT SECRETARY FOR DETAILS
Secretary 07801 606271 Club 07718003170
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NORTHERN SOUL NIGHT
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EASY DANCE - Tuition With Mark Tuesdays & Thursday 7pm-8pm
ZUMBA FITNESS
Every Thursday 12noon-3pm
Dancing with the Steel City Dancers First Friday of Every Month
EVERY WED - QUIZ NIGHT AT 9.30pm (Free Buffet and Big Prizes to be Won)
EVERY THURS - POKER NIGHT AT 8.00pm (With RedTooth Poker)
FREE JUKE BOX Live Entertainment
Live Entertainment
MAHOGANY NEWT
WITH DJ DAZ
KARAOKE NIGHT
THURSDAY 31ST JANUARY
NORTHERN SOUL
FREE FUNCTION ROOM AVAILABLE 7 DAYS A WEEK CONTACT THE CLUB FOR DETAILS
SATURDAY 2ND FEBRUARY 9PM
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SATURDAY 9TH FEBRUARY
TUESDAY 5TH FEBRUARY 8PM
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ALL WELCOME TO WATCH OR JOIN IN
JAZZ JAM SESSION
www.whitelionsheffield.co.uk 615 London Road S2 4HT
STEPH KING’S STAGE ACADEMY SHOW
FRIDAY O.A.P. SPECIAL £3.95 Fished, Chips & Mushy Peas plus a Steamed Pudding Booking is Sometimes Advisable
96 Uppergate Road • Stannington Sheffield • S6 6BY Tel: 0114 232 4440
FRIDAY 22ND FEBRUARY
FUNCTION ROOM AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE (DEPOSIT ONLY)
SEATS UP TO 250 LATE BAR AVAILABLE LARGE CAR PARK
Contact Ian for Details and Bookings on 0114 272 5544
ALSO OPEN FOR PRE-MATCH DRINKS FOR SUFC HOME GAMES
EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY OPEN UNTIL 12.00 MIDNIGHT
Live Entertainment!
FRIDAY 1ST FEBRUARY - 9PM
80’S DISCO WITH
ROSCOE
We Are Open All Day Every Day TOWNGATE, HIGH BRADFIELD, SHEFFIELD, S6 6LG T: 0114 285 1207
Sunday is Carvery Day
SATURDAY 2ND FEBRUARY - 9PM
Tuesday is
Wednesday is Friday is
Thursday is
FISH
TUESDAY IS QUIZ NIGHT - Jackpot and Prizes to be won - 9.30pm Visit our website: www.theoldhorns.co.uk
WOODHOUSE MILL WMC
582 Retford Road, Sheffield Tel: 0114 269 2910
FUNCTION ROOM AVAILABLE MONDAY QUIZ & BINGO TUESDAY ZUMBA (7PM - 8PM) £4 WEDNESDAY FUR & FEATHER AUCTION FOLLOWED BY BINGO AT 9PM THURSDAY CLOSED SUNDAY SUNDAY LUNCH BINGO, OPEN THE BOX & 5 NUMBER BINGO
Friday 1st February
ELISHA JAMES
ROSCOE
STEVE FULLER
733 Chesterfield Road S8 0SL 0114 258 5864
FRY-DAY
BOOKING IS ADVISABLE ON ALL DAYS (Food is served Mon to Fri 11:30am - 3pm & 5pm - 9pm & all day Sat 11:30am - 9pm)
KARAOKE WITH
Monday is
Served 11:30am - 7pm
Everyone Welcome
The Chantrey Arms
(Free Buffet and Big Prizes to be Won)
Welcome to...
4 QUEENS ROAD - SHEFFIELD - S2 4DG
Under New Management
EVERY TUES - QUIZ NIGHT AT 9.30pm
0114 2582095
The Home Of Sport In The Heart Of Ecclesall Road
Stannington
Monday to Friday 12:00pm - 3:00pm, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
princesheffield@yahoo.co.uk 150 Derbyshire Lane S8 8SE
THE PLACE TO BE IN NORTON LEES!
0114 255 1500
QUEENS SOCIAL CLUB
but we’re BIG on Quality
RACHEL RAYNOR
ALL WELCOME TO WATCH OR JOIN IN
CROWN & GLOVE We May be a Small Operation,
FREE JUKE BOX NIGHT
MONDAY 4TH FEBRUARY 8PM
0114 276 3633
Cask Marque Accredited
FRIDAY 8TH FEBRUARY
WITH DJS MOONMONKEY & NICKY P
THE PLACE TO BE IN HEELEY!
Regular Beers & Changing Guest Ales
KEELEY
THE HIP DROP (Sunday Session)
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FRIDAY 1ST FEBRUARY 8PM
Saturday 2nd February Sunday 3rd February
KIRSTY ANNE
Mags & Michael Welcome You To
THE ANGLERS REST
Richmond Park Road - Handsworth - Sheffield Telephone: 0114 2430958 /0114 2442978
TRADITIONAL SUNDAY LUNCH £5.99 with a free drink*
(*From Landlord’s Selection)
SPECIAL OFFERS ON FOOD & DRINK SATURDAY 2ND FEBRUARY
TONY CHRISTIAN EVERY SUNDAY
KARAOKE WITH BOB & SUE
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Tuesday
Saturday 2nd February
QUIZ NIGHT - Includes Jackpot
COYOTE
BUSKER’S NIGHT
Wednesday
STEAK NIGHT 2 Meals £16.99 - inc free bottle of house wine!
Thursday
CHILL NIGHT
Friday CURRY NIGHT AND DJ JON All You Can Eat for £6.99
Saturdays - COMING SOON KARAOKE/BAND NIGHTS CARVERY 7 DAYS A WEEK
SERVED MONDAY TO SATURDAY 12NOON - 8PM (2 COURSES FROM £4.75 BETWEEN 12NOON &6PM) SUNDAY 12NOON - 5PM (2 COURSES FROM £4.75 BETWEEN 12NOON &5PM)
OPEN ALL DAY FOR FOOD 9am - 8pm Bar Opens at 11am BREAKFAST SERVED FROM 9AM ONLY £3.50
BOOK NOW FOR VALENTINES DAY!!
WOODSIDE INN
(formally The Forest) 48 Rutland St, Sheffield, S3 9PA
NOW OPEN! EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT
GARY PHILIPS
OPEN MIC NIGHT GARY PHILIPS & FRIENDS
EVERY SUNDAY
Saturday 9th February
ICON
www.wadsleybridge-wmc.co.uk
PRIZE BINGO £500 ON 50 NUMBERS + JACKPOT PRIZE Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Sunday
OPEN THE BOX - BIG MONEY
Every Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday
Saturday 2nd February
DANNY BARTON Young Male Vocal Entertainer
Saturday 9th February
Lauren faye moss Stunning Female Vocalist Club Secretary 07917 063283 Club Steward 07917 063241 The Bar 07917 063293 1 MINUTE WALK FROM HILLSBOROUGH TRAM STOP, UP FORBES ROAD & YOU’RE THERE!
149 Sheffield Road Sheffield Tel: 0114 2693 057
MONDAY QUIZ NIGHT
FOR A GALLON OF BEER + BINGO
BINGO
WEDNESDAY
FAMILY GAMES NIGHT, pool night, FREE table
THURSDAY
BILL & PETES SING-A-LONG
FULL SIZE SNOOKER & POOL TABLE SUPERB FUNCTION ROOM Air Conditioned, Private Bar, Seats 150, Catering, Live DJ - For Any Occasion
Saturday 2nd February
ASHBY
Brilliant Group
Sunday 3rd February
UTOPIA Boy/Girl Duo
VICKY JAY
LA PLATA S.C.
C.J GIBSON
POKER NIGHT Private League & Cash Games POOL LEAGUE New Members Wanted Free Table
Sunday 3rd February
353-355 Walkley Lane, Sheffield, S6 2PB
Saturday 2nd February
TUESDAY
SUNDAYS CASH BINGO & 5 NUMBER BINGO
SEQUENCE DANCING WITH TUITION MON AFTERNOON 1:30PM ZUMBA WITH TUITION TUES &THURS 6:30PM
TRAVIS ROGERS
Cash Prizes
CRAIG OFFERS A WARM WELCOME TO CUSTOMERS OLD AND NEW
JUNCTION 25
WEDNESDAY MODERN SEQUENCE PLUS BINGO BIG CASH PRIZE QUIZ THURSDAY DOMINO KNOCK OUT 6 REAL ALES CARLING & WORTHINGTON FRIDAY & SATURDAY BINGO, PYCR & OPEN THE BOX BIRTHDAYS, CHRISTENINGS, SUNDAY WEDDINGS & FUNERALS BINGO/OPEN THE BOX ALL CATERED FOR! A REAL PUB FOR REAL PEOPLE Friday 1st February
DANCING WITH RAY Line Dancing & Sequence Dancing with Tuition Spot Waltz with Prizes
Cricket Inn Road, Sheffield Telephone: 07533543549
Sunday 3rd February
SATURDAY 2ND FEB Woodhouse Westend WMC
MONDAY
PARK GARDENERS
WADSLEY BRIDGE WMC
Monday
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Sunday 10th February
WALKLEY WMC 287 Providence Road Walkley - Sheffield Tel: 0114 234 8956
Friday 1st February
C J GIBSON
Saturday 2nd February
STEVIE JAMES
Sunday 3rd February
JASON ASHTON
Plus Fun Quiz FREE FUNCTION ROOM FOR HIRE - RING FOR AVAILABLE DATES A Warm Welcome from Jill & Steve
Malin Bridge Inn Holme Lane, Sheffield, S6 4J2 Tel: 0114 2348241
CAN U JAM?
EVERY SUNDAY 8pm till late!
Time to show off your talent! Singers, musicians & bands all welcome. All instruments provided on stage. The original boys are back, Richard & James. (Children welcome if supervised)
FRIDAY 15TH FEB
CURRY NIGHT 6pm till late!
STEVE’S HOMEMADE CURRY Kids Welcome
SATURDAY 16TH FEB
VALENTINE
JAGER BOMB PARTY FUNCTION ROOM AVAILABLE
NATASHA PARX
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 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 Monday - BINGO & QUIZ in the Lounge Every Thursday - LADIES BINGO NIGHT - CASH PRIZES
Sunday 3rd February
LISA D’MAIO
Sunday 10th February
MAL MARTIN
MEMBERS & AFFILIATED FRIENDS MOST WELCOME
FREEMASONS ARMS
UNDER NEW INKS MANAGEMENT DR S! SALLY & STAFF WELCOME OFFER OLD & NEW CUSTOMERS
COMING SOON... LIVE BANDS & OPEN MIC NIGHT SATURDAY 2ND FEBRUARY
KARAOKE WITH LEE
SUNDAY 3RD FEBRUARY
KARAOKE WITH ADIE PLUS QUIZ - 8PM
FRIDAY 22ND MARCH
DREAMS & RUMOURS Live Band
Walkley Lane, Hillsborough (on the bridge)
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13 Hall Road, Sheffield Tel: 0114 269 3019
FRIDAY 1ST FEBRUARY
GRAHAM’S FAMILY FUN NIGHT
Saturday 2nd February
Sunday 3rd February
SATURDAY 2ND FEBRUARY
Saturday 9th February
Excellent Soul Singer
SUE & PAUL’S ENTERTAINMENT NIGHT PLUS PLAY YOUR CARDS RIGHT, MUSIC QUIZ & BINGO
CRUNCH
BINGO EVERY NIGHT EVERY WEDNESDAY BALLROOM DANCING
EXCEPT MONDAY & WEDNESDAY - 9:15pm Start
THE
RIDGEWAY ARMS
QUARRY HILL, MOSBOROUGH, SHEFFIELD S20 5AZ TEL: 0114 2477111
2 FOR £10 BIG DEAL, SMALL PRICE! MONDAY - FRIDAY ON SELECTED MEALS
BINGO & OPEN THE BOX - FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY
JACKPOT STARTS AT £200
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
EVERY MONDAY QUIZ NIGHT IN THE LOUNGE WITH SEAN
8PM - MIDNIGHT £1 ENTRY
5 Number Bingo, Spin The Wheel
EVERY WEDNESDAY - SENIOR CITIZENS TEA PARTY 12 NOON
45 Hatfield House Lane, Sheffield S5 6HU
0114 2457 806
Fully Air-Conditioned Concert Room & Lounge
Friday 1st February
HERE’S JOHNNY Saturday 2nd February
TOKYO ROSE Sunday 3rd February
NIKKI SUMMERS
Sunday 3rd Feb
WHIZZ KID
Tuesday 5th February
Thursday 7th Feb
Friday 8th February
Saturday 9th Feb
B.J WHITE
GUITARS & STRIPES MONDAY AFTERNOONS
Sequence & Modern Dancing
WEDNESDAYS from 8pm Start
All are welcome in the Concert Room Sequence & Modern Dancing
Sunday 10th Feb
HERE’S JONNY Frequent bus service routes: 20,97, 98, 33, & 83 (to & from the club)
FULLY AIR-CONDITIONED
Ideal for Weddings, Birthdays, Christenings and Funerals with Discretion
Cowper Ave • Sheffield • S6 1AG • 0114 232 2285
Lisa & Chris Welcome you to the
NOAH’S ARK
197 Mansfield Road, Sheffield S12 2AL - 0114 239 8681
Friday 1st Feb
THOMAS MARX Saturday 2nd Feb
RUSS ELLIOTT Monday Tuesday
Wednesday & Thursday
FREE POOL Friday
OPEN THE BOX Sunday
FREE POOL!
SING-A-LONG WITH BRIAN & FRIENDS (& BINGO)
If you would like to get involved, ask for details at the bar.
Except Wednesday & Sunday
EVERY MONDAY NIGHT FROM 6PM - 10PM
BOOK NOW FOR VALENTINES DAY!
PENSIONERS’ SPECIAL
12NOON - 2PM
FOOD SERVED UNTIL 6PM
FREE WI-FI
We Cater For Up To 100 People For Private Parties, Christenings & Wakes etc
2 STEAKS AND A BOTTLE OF WINE ONLY £17.99
BOUNDARY ACADEMY JORDANTHORPE PARKWAY, S8 8BU
LIVE TERTAINMENT
EN
EVERY SATURDAY
Feb 2nd - DANIEL DAMON Feb 9th - SANDRA DEE
PRIVATE MEMBERS CLUB NEW MEMBERS WELCOME - JUST COME IN AND JOIN!!! INSTANT MEMBERSHIP
£2.80 A PINT
BINGO EVERY NIGHT WE ARE HOLDING OUR BEER PRICES CHILDREN ARE WELCOME IN THE CONCERT ROOM ON SUN LUNCH TIMES & TUE NIGHTS
8PM - MIDNIGHT £1 ENTRY
FRIDAY 1ST FEBRUARY FRIDAY 1ST MARCH FRIDAY 5TH APRIL
JIMMY ECHO
CAN U FEEL IT
Function Room Available for Hire Up to 130 covers
BUSKERS’ NIGHT & PLAY YOUR CARDS RIGHT- £100
TEL: 0114 2325768 / 0114 2311101
AMERICAN HEARTBEAT
All day every day!
70’S & 80’S NIGHT
SOCIAL CLUB
Saturday 2nd Feb
BEERS from £1.80 per pint LAGERS from £2.00 per pint
QUIZ NIGHT
Southey Green Road, Sheffield, S5 7QQ
POCKET ROCKET
FREE SNOOKER Every Tuesday (7:30pm - 10:30pm) FREE POOL
Every Monday (7:30pm - 10:30pm)
FRIDAY 22ND FEBRUARY FRIDAY 29TH MARCH
SOUTHEY Thursday 31st Jan
POPULAR MALE VOCALIST
SOUL & MOTOWN NIGHT
FREE FUNCTION ROOM FOR HIRE
SHEFFIELD LANE WMC
BRAD LEE
COMEDY VARIETY TRIBUTE SHOW
CARL ASHINGTON
SUNDAY 3RD FEBRUARY
Saturday 2nd February
LAUGHING LEGENDS SHOW
PLUS BINGO
J.P. MORRIS
Bassett The
£2.60 A PINT
• POOL TABLE & SNOOKER TABLE • FAMILIES WELCOME • CHILDREN’S PLAY AREA • DISCO’S • LARGE FREE CAR PARK • ROOM HIRE
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BRIMINGTON SOCIAL CLUB
EVERY MONDAY Quiz & Bingo TUESDAY - STAR TIME SPECIAL EVERY THURSDAY Dancing with Resident Organist EVERY FRIDAY Bingo + Open The Box
The Dusty Miller Sheffield Road, Barlborough, S43 4TW Near Chesterfield (2 mins off jct 30, M1)
RENISHAW M.W.
Wednesday 30th January
SATURDAY 2ND FEBRUARY
Tel: 01246 810 507
HIGHLY STRUNG
SUNDAY 3RD FEBRUARY
THE CARNIVALS
VOCAL ENTERTAINER
Wednesday 6th February
4 PIECE BAND
JAMIE O’HARA
HIGH STREET, BRIMINGTON, CHESTERFIELD T: 01246 233700
AK47 80’S TRIO
50’S & 60’S ROCK & ROLL
THE PITZ
SATURDAY 2ND FEBRUARY
138 Main Road, Renishaw S31 9UW - Tel: 01246 434 157
Saturday 2nd February
SATURDAY 9TH FEBRUARY
CHRISTIE FEMALE VOCALIST
HEARTBEATS
Saturday 9th February
NEWBOLD WMC MAHOGANY NEWT Thirlmere Road, Newbold, Chesterfield, S41 8EJ
Excellent live shows! Saturday 2nd February
ACTIVE EDGE LEO KENNY Sunday 3rd February
Friday Night Entertainment Is Back! Friday 8th February
RICKY KAY SHOW
For Details Contact N.M.W.C on 01246 278849
OLD WHITTINGTON MINERS SOCIAL CLUB
Station Lane, Old Whittington, Chesterfield
Tel: 01246 451961
BINGO EVERY NIGHT
Every Monday - ZUMBA 6pm to 7pm Every Tuesday - POKER NIGHT Every Wednesday - AUCTION Lotting 12 Noon - Auction Starts 7pm Followed by BINGO - 9:30pm start BIKERS WELCOME
FOOD SERVED ALL DAY 2 COURSE CARVERY £6.95 12 NOON - 8PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY SATURDAY 12 NOON - 5PM 1 COURSE CARVERY £7.95 SUNDAY 12 NOON - 7:30PM
CASK ALES NOW BEING SERVED
CLUB CHESTERFIELD
Sunday 3rd February
Tuesday Night Auction - 7pm - Finish Bingo Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday
Maureen Welcomes You To
TOP VOCAL ENTERTAINER
THE RED LION Real Ale & Mild Beer
Sheffield Road, Whittington Moor, Chesterfield - 01246 450 770
Saturday 2nd February
SATURDAY 2ND FEBRUARY
STEVE GREY
ALL LIVE 5 PIECE GROUP
Saturday 9th February
WIPEOUT
SUNDAY 3RD FEBRUARY
ICE
VOCAL INSTRUMENTAL GROUP FEATURING STEVIE
MONDAY & WEDNESDAY
BINGO
RUSSELL T BIRD
TUESDAY
QUIZ
FRIDAY 22ND FEBRUARY
NORTHERN SOUL NIGHT 7:30 Onwards, Bar Until 11:15pm
MEMBERS & AFFILIATED MEMBERS ONLY SNACK BAR OPEN SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS COACH PARTIES ACCEPTED BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
+ At The Races
RUTH STANFORD SHANE STEVENS
EAST DENE SOCIAL CLUB LTD TONY FLETCHER
We Show
AIR CONDITIONING
Saturday 2nd February
Large Function Room For Hire Holds 250 People Available for Weddings, Birthdays, Parties etc.
DONCASTER RD, ROTHERHAM TEL: 01709 363323 THURSDAY 31ST JANUARY
NOW EVERY WEEK! ENTERTAINMENT EVERY SUNDAY 4 - 8PM
Chester Street, Chesterfield T: 01246 234200
SAT 2ND FEB RICHIE PADLEY SUN 3RD FEB MEL KAY FUNCTION ROOM AVAILABLE
LIVE COUNTRY MUSIC EVERY THURSDAY
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CARCROFT VILLAGE WMC
CHESTNUT AVENUE, CARCROFT, DN6 8AG. TEL: (01302) 722520 Friday 1st February
Saturday 9th February
CRAIG MICHAEL
FIREWORX
AFTERSHOCK
GREAT YOUNG KEYBOARD VOCALIST Saturday 2nd February
Saturday 2nd February
EVOKE
TOP NORTH EAST BAND Sunday 10th February
LISA VANDELLA
STONEHEART
Sunday 3rd February
ASHLEY JAMES
4 PIECE GIRL FRONTED POP/ROCK BAND Sunday 3rd February
EXCELLENT GIRL FRONTED BAND Tuesday 12th February
4 PIECE MALE POP BAND Tuesday 5th February
SUPERB MALE VOCAL ENTERTAINER Friday 15th February
EXCELLENT MALE VOCALIST Friday 8th February
YOUNG MALE STAR OF X FACTOR Saturday 16th February
SUPERB YOUNG FEMALE VOCALIST
EXCELLENT NORTH EAST BAND
BOYZ
Saturday 9th February
VAVOOM
GLYN DAVIES
TREVOR CRAIG
KEITH LOVELLE
Sunday 10th February
STEFFI ACKROYD
Every Wednesday - BINGO with ALL CASH PRIZES! Last Friday of Every Month NORTHERN SOUL & MOTOWN
LAUREN FAYE MOSS
WHAT’S ON AT BARRY’S BAR 96-98 LONDON ROAD, SHEFFIELD, S2 4LR TEL: 0114 2784564
MONDAY TUESDAY
Pool Competition Motown Night with Quiz
ICON
DONCASTER TRADES South Mall, Frenchgate Centre, Doncaster Friday 1st February - 1pm Start
DICK RYMANN COUNTRY & WESTERN
WEDNESDAY Poker Night with Dominoes THURSDAY FRIDAY
Saturday 2nd February
JOYRIDE
JOHN STYLE & Y.T PRESENTS
Lovers, R&B Soul Music
GREAT LIVE ACT
DISCO
Tuesday 5th February - 2pm Start
MIXTURE OF MUSIC, VARIOUS DJS
SATURDAY
Big People Music & Revival
SUNDAY
Lover’s Music & Northern Soul
STEFFI ACKROYD
JOHN FITZPATRICK TOP ACT
Tel: 01302 326313
www.doncastertrades.co.uk
ARMTHORPE CORONATION CLUB - SUN 10TH FEB
ROSTHOLME BARNBY DUN SOCIAL CLUB SOCIAL CLUB 128 Askern Rd, Bentley Tel: 01302 873201
EVERY WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY
COUNTRY NIGHT & BINGO Wednesday 30th January
LYNETTE MARIE Wednesday 6th February
DAN WESLEY Friday 8th February
WHISKEY DUO EVERY TUESDAY (VIEWING FROM 3:30PM)
AUCTION - 6:30PM EVERY THURSDAY
SEQUENCE DANCING TO A LIVE BAND
WOODFIELD SOCIAL CLUB
91 Woodfield Rd, Doncaster , DN4 8HN Tel: 01302 853446
BINGO BONUS NIGHT EVERY WEDNESDAY!
Wednesday 30th January
TRISTAN DREW MERCURY 2012 STAR VOCALIST
UD Sat 19th May Saturday 2nd February
C’ESTDIXON LA VIELINE Country Band KEN DURRANS COLLIER COUNTRY BAND Friday 1st February
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Saturday 2nd February
MIDNIGHT
TOP CLUBLAND DUO
EVERY MONDAY Quiz Night & Play Your Cards Right EVERY TUESDAY Ladies Night Chair Dancing/ Burlesque
Sunday 3rd February
EVERY WEDNESDAY Poker Night - Members Only
Wednesday 6th February
JONNY WILLIAMS COUNTRY ACT
EVERY FRIDAY & SUNDAY Bingo & Play Your Cards Right
Fri 25th May Saturday 9th February
Don’t forget our £1 draw on Sunday Nights
FANTASTIC FEMALE COUNTRY VOCALIST
COUNTRY & WESTERN
Every Wednesday:
LAST SATURDAY IN EVERY MONTH Karaoke
With The Dalton Johns Band & Guests
www.woodfieldclub.co.uk
DAVEY NICHOLS SUBERB MALE VOCALIST DIO LAVocal DIVA NANCY Top femaleANN Duo LEE
01302 882 936 Off High Street, Barnby Dun,Doncaster DN3 1DS
Every Monday: BINGO
Membership Available Anytime
Doncaster & Rotherham Club Listings
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EDENTHORPE PARK SOCIAL CLUB
Live Entertainment
Off Eden Grove Road, Edenthorpe, Doncaster, DN3 2LS
Every Fri, Sat & Sun
01302 882033
Find us on Facebook under “Waggies”
Friday 1st February
Saturday 2nd February
TRAVIS RODGERS
MARK ELLIS Saturday 2nd February
LAST STAND
Male Vocalist
Sunday 3rd February
DEAN ALEXANDER
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The Mercury Events are getting more and more popular each week. Tickets are flying out at the moment, we are almost full for the NOSTALGIC 50’s afternoon at the Embassy on the 7th February, although we are just waiting for confirmation on a second date, as the first one was so popular. Watch this space for further details to come. There are a few tickets left so don’t delay, book today for an afternoon of fun See the main advert for more details SUE CUNNINGHAM will be appearing at the Ridgeway Arms on Tuesday 12th February. We have already sold several tickets for this event, but you can pay on the door for this event. Sue, an international medium and author is new to the Mercury, so come along and support her; you will be intrigued by her psychic matters Tickets are £10 payable on the night, doors open at 6.45pm
These ladies events are so popular, we are even expanding into the brand new exciting New York Stadium in Rotherham who will be hosting Dirty Dancing on the 19th April…… Get in early to avoid disappointment! This really is a great girly night out full of fun and will give you a confidence boost. Tickets now on sale £20.00 a head but sell out fast so book now The most talked about JOSEPHINES re union is happening at the Mercure St Pauls Hotel on Friday 22nd March, courtesy of the Mercury Newspaper. If you were a regular at the nightclub between 1976 and 1986 you will not want to miss this. Dancers. Meet and greet hosts, great music will all add to make the night one to remember. We even have a second reunion booked for 25th October, same time same place Keep your eye on the events page for more details
Our DIRTY DANCING is back by popular demand. This is a night for the ladies, learn to Salsa, Zumba and Burlesque, have a light supper, then dance the night away to the resident DJ and tunes from the film.
Steven Holbrook will be entertaining our guests on the 20th March, and we have an exciting Woman’s World event happening on the 26th April, more details to follow.
The Sitwell Arms at Renishaw is the venue, the date is Friday 8th March, doors open 7.00 for 8pm dinner. Each guest will receive a complimentary gift bag courtesy of Bodyscene Leisure club
We will also be introducing our West End Travelling Show in April so its exciting times all round,.
Consecutive dates for Dirty Dancing at the Sitwell are 28th June and 4th October
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O’h O2 Academy, how we love you. How we would give you a rib crunching hug and sloppy wet kisses if you were a person (and we knew you. If not we would get thrown in the clanger). We digress. Easily one of the major highlights of February, Australia’s The Getaway Plan are set to perform at Sheffield’s Academy2 on 6th February, meaning we can get our shorts and shades on, making the four piece feel nice and at home right? Or not… With their debut album, “Other Voices, Other Rooms” peaking at number one within the Australian Independent Charts back in 2008, The Getaway Plans are bringing over their fuelled up live show to the UK masses. Their punchy rock anthems and explosive vocals have ensured this Melbourne piece are a band to get excited about. Each track spits out energy in abundance, a certified characteristic of the band who fail not to deliver big with every aspect of their performance. The bands second album, “Requiem” ran much in the same way. Having been released back in 2011, the project went straight in at number two on the Australian Indie Chart and number 17 on the full Australian album charts. Granting the band a much deserved entry into the main stream masses, it’s evident how ready they now are to take over the UK. The quartet have recently released their new single “Phantoms” through Warner Bros records. Produced by the three-time Grammy winner David Bottrill (Muse, Tool, Stone Sour), ‘Phantoms’ offers a calling card for The Getaway Plan’s ambitious and anthemic alt-rock attack. When The Getaway Plan first previewed ‘Phantoms’ on their official site, their Facebook page gained 10,000 new followers in just a few days…hell if you don’t believe us, go check it out for yourself! The new single sums up all that is The Getaway Plan. It’s bold, brash and sure as hell packs a punch…all we can is we’re in for a treat when this is played live. With a string of live shows across the country including sets in Bristol, Brighton, Nottingham, Cardiff and London, get ready for this cross continent whirl wind… Tickets are now on sale at www. o2academysheffield.com or through www. thegetawayplan.com.
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Exploring and discovering exciting new musicians and bands is exactly what a summer spent at festivals should all be about. Whether you’re into rock, metal, pop, indie or drum and bass, there really is a live event set up for anybody who enjoys nothing more than exploring a weekend packed full of pure adrenaline pumped action. Live At Leeds, held over May Bank Holiday offers exactly that…an enormous slice of tuneful fun catered to anybody with an alternative taste in music, the three day weekender warmly invited you to sample their jam-packed line up… Headlining the event and easily one of the most abstract performers to grace the current indie scene, Darwin Deez are one of the front runners within Live at Leeds. Stemming from New York City, the five piece are set to release their second studio album, “Songs For Imaginative People” on 11th February, a hugely anticipated project from NME’s Top 10 most coolest bands. Also holding the reigns and tipping the bill, Everything Everything. Forming in late 2007, this group have gone on to become the UK’s most successful underground indie pack. Not only do they create abstract pieces with enough groove to make Stevie Wonder hot under the collar, they also smashed the charts with their latest release “Arc,” booming in at number five on the UK album charts. With their number one single “Feel The Love” remaining the soundtrack of summer 2012 for the vast majority of party lovers across the country, Rudimental are set to offer up their one off set at Live At Leeds. This Hackney raised set of DJ’s are clearly all about the music… creating explosive remixes of some of the charts most loved anthems, the quintet will release their self-titled debut album in February. And hell if their previous singles are anything to go by, we’re all in for a damn massive treat. Ok ok so you know all about the big names, but what about the up-and-coming performers you can sink your teeth into (not literally, biting people really isn’t socially acceptable). Widely known in Sheffield for performing a belter of a set at Tramlines, southern trio Theme Park are lined-up for the Leeds weekender. Sheffield’s The Crookes are quickly becoming the most talked about alternative groups throughout BBC Radio 1, not to mention Arlissa, Lewis Watson and the 1975. Full line up can be viewed at www.liveatleeds. com . Wristbands can be purchased at £22.50 and are available from Lunatickets, Seetickets, Jumbo Records, Crash Records, Leedstickets, Ticketline, O2 Academy Box Office, Leeds Met University, The Cockpit and Brudenell Social Club.
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TV is proliferated with reality shows of the worst calibre. On the top of my hit list today is Celebrity Wedding Planner, but it’s not the show, but the people who agree to feature on said trash that surprise me. After all, who in their right mind would let a celebrity plan their wedding? It’s boggling these utter morons give the go ahead for Z listers to get their inept hands on their wedding plans - and worse - that they think it’s OK to get cross about the choices said zelebs make while fumbling their way through the process. Last week it was Amy Childs and her camp companion, Harry Derbidge donning the pre-marital helmet. Childs is a woman who makes goldfish seem intelligent. She can barely walk and chew gum at the same time. She shouldn’t be allowed into the community, yet she’s continually on our screens, setting an appalling example for young girls everywhere and spouting her ultra vapid nonsense about whatever her pea-sized brain can cope with at the time. You get what you pay for and surely, if you let these people organise your wedding, then as you’ve paid nothing, you should expect nothing in return. Or is that logic only evident to me? Next on my list of atrocities is Big Brother. With over three million viewers tuning in to the final between
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11th - 15th February - 5 days Full Board Accommodation Lift to All Floors Entertainment 2 Excursions
£199.00 per person
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£459.00 Hotel Adria per person 2 Overnight Stays 8 Free Drinks Per Day between Noon - 10pm Entertainment & two excursions
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Remember, winter officially ends at the end of March so to keep upbeat through to the end of this winter:
Torquay Richmond Hotel - Mon 8th Apr - 5 Days - £169 Weston Super Mare Daunceys Hotel - Fri 12th Apr - 4 Days - £149 Llandudno Grand Hotel - Fri 19th Apr - 4 Days - £149 Bournemouth Britannia Hotel - Mon 22nd Apr - 5 Days - £169
All the above tours are half board with excursions included
With the recent spell of blizzards and freezing temperatures, it’s hardly surprising that the dark and gloomy days of winter threaten to dampen our spirits. Without a prolonged period of daily sunlight exposure, the winter blues can easily set in and one in 15 of us in the UK will suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD Syndrome) which can bring on depression, fatigue and, sometimes, a craving for carbohydrate or sweet foods and lead to weight gain. The good news is that fresh air, green spaces and regular physical activity can help ward off depression. Exercise triggers the release of endorphins, the body’s ‘feel good hormones’, and being physically active will not only boost your immune system and help you fight off colds, it can help you feel energised, sleep better, keep trim and toned and, of course, keep your heart healthy.
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maximise what you do already: walk longer and more briskly from the bus stop, tackle the stairs in earnest, or stride out for 15 minutes over the lunch break or after work; catch some sunlight whenever possible by getting outside for a walk into town, cycle round the block, jog in the park or walk the dog; get kitted out – keep exercise-friendly shoes, a rain coat, umbrella, scarf and gloves to hand so you enjoy an outdoor tonic session whatever the weather; for an outdoor treat get ‘wintery’ with some safe ice skating, skiing, snowboarding or sledging; take to the countryside with a flask of hot, home-made heart-healthy soup and get family and friends into some winter fitness; Look after your heart and soul this winter by keeping exercise a high priority to become fitter, healthier and banish the winter blues. For more information and advice about healthy living, contact Heart Research UK on or email lifestyle@heartresearch.org.uk
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ANY GENUINE QUOTATION BEATEN AS STANDARD ALL OUR WORK INCLUDES FREE LOCAL DELIVERY FREE UPLIFT & DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD FLOORING FREE EXSISTING FURNITURE REMOVED & REPLACED EVERY JOB CLEANED & VACUUMED Sit back and relax while we do all the work and clean up afterwards
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WINDOWS
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BUSINESS FOR SALE
INTO CASH
Ill Health forces sale of successful Log & Fencing Company. Good, Loyal, Regular Client Base. Sale includes: Large Pick-Up, Fork Lift truck, NEW Log Splitting machinery. Large indoor facility to work in throughout the year. GREAT PROFIT MARGIN. No Reasonable offer refused! Phone for Details.
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BUYERS OF ALL GRADES OF FERROUS AND NON-FERROUS METAL
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Tel: 01246 451915
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Tel: Sandy 07977 001280
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DIRECT LEATHERS of Mexborough
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Events
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Do you have a Powwow cooler and need an urgent water delivery ? Does your cooler need sanitising? As Powwow Water Coolers have gone into administration you may be left high and dry.
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7 DAY SOAPWATCH
Coronation Street Mon: Dejected Tyrone shocks Fiz and Tina. Eileen gloats as Gail begins to pick up the pieces. Maria and Marcus have one too many houseguests. Bewildered Tyrone is left desperate by Kirsty’s suggestion. Audrey offers a financial solution. Enough is enough for Marcus and Maria. Wed: Will Kevin help Tyrone? David tells an outraged Gail his plans for the house. Kirk and Beth try to make amends. Fri: Fiz and Tyrone take action. Faye takes advantage of idle Sylvia’s supervision. Jealous Maria cuts short an evening with Marcus. A tortured Kirsty waits for news on Fiz and Tyrone. A heavyhearted Gail swallows her pride. Tim smells a rat when he suggests taking Faye home. Emmerdale Mon: Cain is forced to open up to Moira, but is it too much for her to handle? Chas has second thoughts about her engagement to Cameron. Katie confides in Andy about Molly’s christening Tues: Gennie and Nikhil are pushed to the limits on the day of Molly’s christening. Moira is sure she has made the right decision about Cain. Paddy starts to notice the gulf widening between him and Rhona. Thurs: Debbie is tempted to steer her business in a darker direction. Thomas railroads Sean into mischief - at Sandy’s expense. Ashley feels sidelined by Steve. Debbie is furious when Cain tries to fight her battles for her. Riled by Kerry, Declan is sure that Katie is avoiding him. Sean feels guilty when he sees the impact of his prank on Sandy. Fri: Debbie puts herself in a dangerous situation. Declan pushes Katie to breaking point. Ashley feels powerless to help his family. Eastenders Mon: Abi starts to look for her father and soon learns she does not have to look far - when she finds him, she is disgusted by what she sees. Whitney is annoyed when she learns that Tyler has told Alfie their news. Tues: Max tries to explain himself to Abi and Lauren but they shun their father. Bianca is disappointed by Whitney’s news. Thurs: The atmosphere is tense in the Masood household. Fatboy does his best to give Tamwar some advice. Fri: Masood desperately tries to get Zainab to realise how he feels. Whitney and Tyler decide to celebrate with their friends - but will Bianca come round? Home & Away Mon: The Braxton boys await the jury’s verdict. Dex asks Romeo to keep quiet about witnessing his seizure. Tues: Romeo pressures Dex to come clean about his condition. Kyle, after struggling to find closure over his father’s killing, is arrested for kidnapping. Casey. Wed: After Casey is released he asks Tamara to stay on in town. Jamie breaks into Leah’s house and VJ’s chat profile. Thurs: Jamie chats to Jett and tries to get him to reveal where they are. Sid finds it difficult to take when Lisa tells him that she is going back to Neil. Harvey is kidnapped as part of Winston’s extravagant stag-party plans. Fri: Marilyn’s extravagant plans for Roo’s hen night fall apart. Bianca breaks up with Adam. Jamie dupes Heath as part of a deal with Adam. Neighbours Mon: Toadie rushes Sonya to hospital. Susan questions Carmel, who claims that Karl made a move on her. Lucas learns that Vanessa accepted Rhys’s proposal. Tues: The Rebbechis head home with young Nell. Susan does not know who to believe when Karl refutes Carmel’s version of events. Wed: Worried Ajay swallows his pride and invites Priya to move back. Susan discovers that Karl was telling the truth. Thurs: Before Summer heads off to Paris, Tash comes clean about her relationship with Andrew. Priya’s return to the family home does not get off to a good start. Fri: Tash scuppers the chances of the best-looking girls who apply for a job at Charlie’s. When he realises that she acted out of jealousy, Andrew admits that he really likes her.
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ANNIVERSARY TOURS WORLD WAR 1 100TH ANNIVERSARY
2014 will be a year to commemorate many famous battlefield campaigns & Actions. We have a great selection of tours honouring the heroic feats and acts of sacrifice made by soldiers during World War 1. These Soldiers were dedicated & willing to give their all in the pursuit of freedom.
FIRST SHOTS & THE BATTLE OF MONS 100 YEARS - 22ND AUGUST 2014
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FIRST BATTLE OF YPRES CENTENARY - 20TH OCTOBER 2014 5 Days from £399, free local joining points, travel by executive coach - upgrade to Silver Service luxury coach with extra leg room - 4 nights accommodation with continental breakfast £449 (prices based on two sharing)
D-DAY 70TH ANNIVERSARY
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angler’s corner by Clint Walker
I’ve come to the conclusion that January, fishing and me do not mix! Last year in the same month, I managed to reverse over two of my favourite rods, then get a puncture, then have my van reversed into all on the same blank trip.....this year, I’ve had another disaster! A trip to the lovely snow shrouded River Derwent had been planned for a few days, and after vainly trying a new stretch, I returned to a familiar haunt near Borrowash. As I approached the carp park, I was advised it was a ‘little slippy’ by the bailiff who had just had to dig his own vehicle out but regardless, I thought I would be able to position my van on a slight downward slope which would allow me to exit later on.... As I merrily angled away with my lure rod, absently searching swims for pike or perch, the weather warmed slightly; only a degree or two, but unbeknownst to me, just enough to start melting the previously hard packed snow..... A few hours later, I’d soundly blanked and unfortunately lost one of my favoured ‘firetiger’ lures in an unseen snag before decided to call it a day and return to the van. Having packed away the tackle, I engaged first gear and proceeded to sink up to the wheel hubs in what was now just slush and soft mud! After a frantic hour of slipping and sliding towards a large railed fence, putting a couple of dents in the van and almost ruining both tyres and clutch, it was time to admit defeat and call for help. After a quick call to the club secretary (to obtain the farmers number) a fantastic chap named Jim (club bailiff) arrived with a shovel and proceeded to spend another hour in my company digging a pair of tracks to get me back on the road. To get to the point, Jim had travelled from his home some miles away at the behest of the secretary, interrupted his dinner, helped me with some tough work and then, after I’d offered considerable recompense for both his time, effort and kindness, turned me down with a smile and best wishes! What a guy! So, there are still gentlemen to be found on the bank; Jim, although retired, took the trouble to assist both myself and two other vehicles off the car park, then locked the gates behind us as he bid us farewell and did it only for the benefit of club members, the reputation of the club and out of the goodness of his heart... for no other reason and I’m sure Jim is a true reflection of the thousands of club committee members up and down the country who give time and effort on behalf of us anglers who are happy enough to moan and groan but contribute little apart from complaint. I’ve been on a committee, it’s a thankless task, so just this once, I thought I’d use my column to say thank you; to Jim and the thousands of others like him who make angling a real pleasure!
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The Channel 4 coverage this weekend comes from Sandown, Ffos Las and Wetherby, with four races from Sandown, two from Ffos Las and one from Wetherby scheduled to be shown. Just a note of caution however – once again several intended participants are entered in more than one race so check carefully on the day for your selections’ engagements. Sandown: 1.50 Betfred “The Home of Goals Galore” Handicap Chase, Class 2, 5yo+, 0-145, 2m: There are five last time out winners in this field with four of them seeking hat tricks. Nigel Twiston-Davies’ Rody was the one of these one to do best by my clock last time, followed by Changing Times and then Dunowen Point. However, Paul Nicholls may have the answer to this puzzle with the relatively lightly raced Toubab. A 13 length second to Sprinter Sacre at Aintree last term was followed by a third place to the unbeaten chaser William’s Wishes on his opening run of this season. That form looks pretty decent in the light of what those two have achieved. Others to take the eye in a goodlooking contest are: Pigeon Island; Keki Buku; Eastlake; Falcon Island; and King Edmund. 2.25 Betfred Mobile Lotto Challengers Novices’ Chase (Registered as Scilly Isles Novices’ Chase), Grade 1, 5yo+, 2m 4f 110yds: Based purely on the time he recorded last time out a chance is taken here on Colin Tizzard’s Third Intention who may set off at a decent price, given the other entries in this field. Nicky Henderson’s Captain Conan has looked every inch a chaser to follow in his first two chases. However, the defeat of Hinterland the other day has slightly taken the gloss of his last win and he may start at an unreasonably short price, given his connections. Nigel Twiston-Davies’ Changing Times has my best overall rating and is also seeking a hat trick. He is however entered in the previous race. Lucinda Russell’s Tap Night is also chasing a three-timer (and is unexposed over fences) and Houblon des Obeaux is no back number but looks destined to run in the 3.20 at Wetherby. 3.00 Betfred “The Bonus King” and Levy Board Heroes Handicap Hurdle, Grade 3, 4yo+, 2m 6f: Luke Dace’s American Spin beat Philip Hobbs’ Pateese by two lengths at Haydock last May but Pateese is now two pounds better off with that rival so, at these weights, there may be nothing between them here. Consigliere reverts to hurdling having won a chase last time out in a decent time. Others to record speed ratings last time out were: San Telm; Shotgun Paddy; Prima Porta; and Arkose. However, with American Spin looking a bit flat so far this term and with Pateese having joint top rating and being well clear on last time out figures the selection has to go to him. 3.35 Betfred Masters Handicap Chase, Class 2, 5yo+, 3m 110yds: In the light of his exploits at what seems to be his favourite track, Haydock, I have slight reservations about Cannington Brook going this way round particularly with the topography of this track being so different from that of Haydock. However he recorded the best last time out figure of these when winning there and that just about merits his selection in my book. Roberto Goldback’s Hennessy run also merits much respect but he seems a bit flat to me last time out. The selection may therefore be given most to do by Duke of Lucca, Cappa Bleu, Keppols Hill, Brackloon High, Dashing George and Mister Hyde. Ffos Las: 2.05 William Hill Welsh Champion Hurdle, (Limited Handicap), Class 2, 4yo+, 2m 4f: My overall top rated animal in this race is Double Ross, followed closely by El Dancer, Any Given Day, Peckhamecho, Timesawastin and Miss Milborne and any one of these could spring back to peak form in an open and competitive race. However, recently I have been selecting those that have done best last time out and so, based purely on his last time out performance, The Romford Pele gets a narrow vote to land his hat trick. Nevertheless, with two other hat trick seekers (Trop Fort and Tanerko Emery) and another last
time out winner (Oscara Dara) in the field, not to mention the above highly rated runners, he may not find things too easy. In addition to these Sametegal, Prima Porta and Constant Contact all recorded ratings in my system in their last runs and could go well. 2.40 William Hill West Wales National (Handicap Chase), Class 2, 5yo+, 3m 4f: Red Rocco and Shaking Hands are both chasing hat tricks and should run well but there are a few others with good chances also. Arbor Supreme, Our Island and Incentivise finished fourth, fifth and sixth in the Welsh National at Chepstow and that form may well hold up here. Cannington Brook is another with a live chance at a track that may quite suit his style of running. Top weight Junior isn’t out of this by any means, nor is Ballabriggs, and Cappa Bleu should not be overlooked either. An intriguing and competitive race looks assured with the final selection falling on Arbor Supreme, who should go well with only a feather weight to carry. Wetherby: 3.20 Totepool.com Towton Novices’ Chase, Grade 2, 5yo+, 3m 1f: Yet another field with multiple last time out scorers is assembled here. Sue Smith has three entries in Fill the Power, Yurok and Vintage Star. She also has the two that recorded the best speed ratings last time out in Fill the Power and Vintage Star. It is Vintage Star who gets the nod having won easily last time out by 28 lengths from a decent yardstick in King’s Grace, who was himself 20 lengths ahead of the third horse Hollins that day. This might turn out to be pretty fair form. Of the others Goulanes looks an obvious danger and won for this column at Cheltenham in November. Also looking dangerous are: Houblon des Obeaux (this looks to be his intended engagement from a handful); Red Rocco; Real Milan; Fourjacks; Buddy Bolero; and Super Duty. Selection Summary: (In case of absences reserves are shown in order of preference after the selection) Sandown: 1.50 Toubab, if absent Rody, then Pigeon Island, Keki Buku, Changing Times, Dunowen Point 2.25 Third Intention, if absent Captain Conan, then Changing Times, Tap Night, Houblon des Obeaux 3.00 Pateese, if absent American Spin then San Telm, Shotgun Paddy, Prima Porta, Arkose 3.35 Cannington Brook, if absent Duke of Lucca, then Cappa Bleu, Keppols Hill, Brackloon High Ffos Las: 2.05 The Romford Pele, if absent Sametegal, then Prima Porta, Peckhamecho, Constant Contact 2.40 Arbor Supreme, if absent Our Island, then Incentivise, Cannington Brook, Junior, Cappa Bleu Wetherby: 3.20 Vintage Star, if absent Fill The Power, then Goulanes, Super Duty, Houblon des Obeaux, Yurok Good Luck! Last week’s results: With racing abandoned at Doncaster there was only the Cheltenham meeting where there were selections. Sprinter Sacre duly won in his own inimitable fashion. Four of the reserves ran in the Argento Chase at 2.25, with the selection falling on Grands Crus. He was pulled up along with Weird Al but the other two fought out the finish with Cape Tribulation (7/1) just out-battling Imperial Commander (7/2) to the line in a titanic struggle – a superb end to a really good race. In the 3.00 race At Fishers Cross beat The New One by a neck after the pair pulled well clear of Coneygree. This could be a race to follow as the others had decent form in the book. Finally Knockara Beau ran a really good race only to be found wanting at the end but this could also be a benchmark race for the World Hurdle as Reve de Sivola is beginning to look like a true contender for that crown in the absence of Big Buck’s. After non runners the eventual selections were: Cheltenham: 1.50 Sprinter Sacre – won @ 1/5 2.25 Grands Crus - pulled up (5/2) 3.00 The New One – 2nd @ 4/5 3.35 Knockara Beau – 4th @ 25/1 With no bet recommended in Sprinter Sacre’s race the financial outcome was a three point loss to one point level stakes.
Millers & Rovers News 2012-13
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FUNDING NEEDED ROVERS PLAY EVANS GUTTED ROTHERHAM BY HOME DEFEAT ALLOW MIDFIELDER FOR LOCAL ATHLETE PRACTICE GAME
Rotherham United boss Steve Evans was once again left ruing individual errors that saw his side slump to a 3-1 home defeat to Bristol Rovers. The Millers, who were 1-0 down midway through the first half due to a Lee Brown penalty, were reduced to 10 men just before the break. In the second period Ellis Harrison doubled the lead and Joe Anyinsah sealed the game for the Pirates. “We didn’t play at all did we,” said Millers boss Steve Evans. “At the end of the day we can’t make the individual errors we did and then expect to get a result. No team at any level can justify those mistakes as individuals and in this league as it has proved with Bristol Rovers, or any team a head start it’s very difficult. We don’t just give a goal to them, we give them three goals. They’re all total individual errors.” The Millers enjoyed plenty of possession in the first-half, but were unable to break down John Ward’s resolute backline, frustrating the Millers boss despite signs of encouragement in the second period. “I think the stats show they had four efforts on goal and scored three. They looked much better than us at times, but one thing we did do is that we got a performance out of them in the second half in terms of grit and effort. We get going again and then another individual error came in,” Evans added. A slight positive from the game saw David Noble return to the side after three and a half months out of action and scored a stunning goal within minutes of coming on the pitch. “Well I think it signifies how we played today by saying David Noble has come on and played well. David Noble is a top player and we miss him when he’s not in the team and we’ve been fighting to get David back to fitness,” the Millers boss concluded.
TO LEAVE
Jason Taylor has had his contract terminated by mutual consent, and will be joining Cheltenham Town. The midfielder, 26, has agreed terms with the Robins this afternoon following a medical, signing a two-and-a-half year deal with the Whaddon Road club. Following Taylor’s departure manager Steve Evans told www.themillers.co.uk: “It would be fair to say that we have a number of outstanding central midfield players but the permanent capture of Lee Frecklington, and the return from injury by David Noble allows me to let Jason to move onto pastures new. “The lad has been excellent for me and the Millers, but given the options we now have his match time was going to be limited and the player himself wants to play regular first-team football. The decision made for him to move on suits both parties. “I have a gentlemen’s agreement with Mark Yates at Cheltenham Town that the player will not participate against us when we travel to the south west later in the season.” Everyone at Rotherham United would like to thank Jason for his effort and commitment whilst with the club and we wish him well for the future.
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Doncaster born athlete Craig McCann who featured at the 2012 London Paralympic games, has returned home to train at the Keepmoat stadium. The Team GB Fencer hopes he can fulfil his ambition and working towards the medals table at the next Olympics, after a fairly unsuccessful time in London for the fencing team. However, the team have had funding cut and without outside help, McCann will not be able to make it to Rio. “We desperately need private donations to help us along the way. We (McCann and fellow Olympian Gemma Collis) are looking at needing around about £1000 a competition for both of us and double that for others.” Collis, who was also present, said: “If we can’t get the support we need in order to get to the international competitions, we just can’t qualify. “You qualify through the world rankings and without entering in the international’s we can’t get the points to get there”. The team finished eighth at the games, which is something McCann was disappointed with. “In terms of personal results we did nowhere near as well as we should, but it was the team’s first time at the games so it is all about getting the experience. Although being disappointed, McCann does believe in himself and the team and that they can do much better in four years should they compete. “It was very fast to get here over two years. I wanted to do rowing, but to spend the year building up to London as Britain’s number one and the experience of this summer, will hopefully help get us on the medals table.” Rovers, as part of Club Doncaster have let both McCann and Collis use the facilities at the Keepmoat at no cost which enables them to train off-season. “We’re really fortunate to be able to train here at the stadium, without having to worry about getting even more funding to cover that. “The facilities are perfect for what we want to do, and help us with everything we need.”
Rovers Travelled to Manchester United’s Carrington Training Ground. Rovers’ players and management travelled today over to Manchester United’s Carrington training ground this week to take on a strong reserve side. Brian Flynn had looked to get a game with the team not playing last Saturday due to MK Dons still being in the FA Cup. With Bury coming next Saturday it was important to get all the lads a competitive run out especially Martin Woods coming back from injury. Rovers lost 2-1 with a good individual goal from Kyle Bennett. Rob Jones “It was a good workout against a good United side, that has helped us with having no game last Saturday. It was good experience for the young lads Johnny Maxted and Liam Wakefield, who both had good games. Martin Woods got 50 minutes under his belt and came through alright plus Kyle scored a good individual goal from the edge of the box”.
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Sheffield United News 2012/13
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United’s journey in cup competitions this season is over after Saturday’s FA Cup fourth round defeat at Reading. The margin of victory is harsh on the Blades who, for periods, put the Premiership side on the back foot, with Jamie Murphy going close on a couple of occasions. Chris Porter and Neill Collins returned from injury for Danny Wilson, who will take a number of positives from the encounter at the Madejski Stadium. Porter returned to United’s starting line up for the tie, replacing Flynn, who dropped to the bench and was joined by the fit-again Collins. Reading were captained by ex Blade Leigertwood. The return of Porter saw him partnered with ex Royal Kitson in attack, with Murphy and Blackman the support from the flanks. There was little to report before the third minute when everyone inside the Madejski - including Messrs McDermott and Wilson - rose to their feet and applauded in appreciation of the efforts of former Blades and Reading defender Chris Armstrong, who had to retire from the game early. The committed full-back wore the number 3 shirt at both clubs. However, it was just the home fans cheering on six minutes when Reading took the lead. Robson-Kanu delivered a cross from the left and HUNT outjumped Westlake to head across Long and into the net. McMahon curled a free-kick over in response and the Blades went close to levelling on 18 minutes. McDonald’s ball to Blackman wide on the right was perfect and the latter danced around his marker and passed across goal where Maguire got a slight touch but the ball rolled just wide of the post. After Reading’s opener, United saw a lot of the ball. Blackman was prominent, McDonald tried his luck from distance on a couple of occasions, whilst another McMahon free-kick was deflected wide. On 33 minutes, the visitors created another
good chance, on this occasion Murphy was prominent and swung in a cross for Porter to head just wide. United’s attempts to level continued. Porter flicked on for Kitson to find Murphy, whose shot was straight at Federici, and then Blackman almost got on the end of a searching McDonald pass. However, the good work was ruined on 40 minutes when Reading added a second. Long pushed away a Le Fondre shot but the young goalkeeper could do little when LEIGERTWOOD stepped inside Doyle and fired into the top corner from 20 yards. The Blades trudged off at the break but their endeavours did not deserve a twogoal disadvantage and at the start of the second period it was visitors who were quickly on the offensive, challenging from a Blackman corner and crosses from Higginbotham and Murphy. But fortune was with the home side, that was obvious with the third goal on 50 minutes. After escaping Maguire, HUNT connected with McCleary’s cross with a scuffed effort that got the better of Long. It became four soon after, this time McCLEARY was the finisher, turning inside Westlake on United’s left before picking his spot in the opposite corner. Between the third and fourth goals, Kitson volleyed over for the Blades. Flynn replaced Porter with Blackman moving to a central role, whilst just after the hour goalkeeper Federici had to push away a shot from McDonald. From the subsequent corner, Maguire and Doyle were involved in a melee before Kitson laid off to Murphy, who saw his shot beat Federici but Kelly kicked off the line. Youth was given a chance on 69 minutes when Whitehouse replaced McDonald, soon after Collins returned to the action, wearing a protective mask, taking over from Westlake with Higginbotham moving out to left back. The Blades went close to pulling a goal back when Flynn was free to meet a Blackman cross but the header was just wide. It would have been a consolation
and the least the visitors deserved but home side took their place in the fifth round draw after an uneventful closing spell.
Reading: Federici, Shorey, Karacan, Mariappa, Leigertwood (Guthrie 84), Le Fondre, Hunt, McCleary, Morrison, Robson-Kanu, Kelly. Unused: Pearce, McAnuff, Kebe, Church, Cummings, Taylor. Blades: Long, Westlake (Collins 76), Higginbotham, Maguire, Doyle, Porter (Flynn 60), Blackman, McDonald (Whitehouse 69), Kitson, Murphy, McMahon. Unused: Cresswell, Ironside, Coyne, De Girolamo.
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Danny Wilson was delighted to see influential defender Neill Collins return to action at The Madejski Stadium on Saturday. After a month on the sidelines following surgery on a triple fracture to his cheekbone on Boxing Day, Collins played the last 14 minutes of the 4-0 defeat against Reading, sporting a protective face mask. Wilson commented: “It was a massive plus to get Neill (Collins) back into the thick of the action. “He is a lad desperate to play and you saw with him wearing the mask, which he has gone through to make himself available earlier than expected. “With a bit of luck now, the weather is clearing we will get a full week on the training ground and he should be raring to go come Friday night.” Meanwhile, Crystal Palace’s interest in Nick Blackman is common knowledge, but Wilson, who reserved a special word for the recently departed Danny Philliskirk, says he is unsure on Blackman’s long-term future. The Gaffer concluded: “It is business as normal with regards to Nick (Blackman). I would obviously like to keep him, but if he does move on we must act quickly to replace him. Let’s just see what happens as the week progresses. “Danny (Philliskirk) has struggled to force his way into the reckoning, so given the expectation level at this club we felt it was best for both parties if he moved on. “He is a great young professional and that is why we wanted to help him move his career forward.”
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Kevin McCabe remains confident the Blades will seal a return to the Championship this season, despite a disappointing run of results in January. Speaking prior to Saturday’s FA Cup tie at Reading, the owner emphasised the Blades find themselves restricted in the transfer market as all clubs in League One and Two do, but insists strengthening the playing squad remains priority. McCabe said: “I don’t see as much as Danny (Wilson) as I should with living on the continent but we had a good heart-toheart at the weekend and everyone at the club is pulling in the same direction. “The financial situation is challenging because Sheffield United, for one, aren’t used to this Salary Cost Management Protocol (SCMP). Every time you look to bring a player in you have to be mindful that you aren’t going to break the limit. “It is the biggest puzzle ever. I am naturally instinctive and last January I made the decision to let Danny bring in Will Hoskins.” Although the Blades are currently fifth in the table, eight points off second place, McCabe is convinced the Blades will produce the goods to seal promotion back to England’s second tier. He concluded: “I expect us, like the fans do, to be at the top, but I am sure we will get there in the next three months or so. Unfortunately we have been cursed with injuries to several key players and that has been frustrating for everyone connected with the club. “We aren’t kidding ourselves, though, we know we need to get promoted this season and that is why we are going to recruit before Thursday’s deadline.”
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FIXTURES 2012/13 August 11 Burton Albion
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18 Shrewsbury 21 Coventry 25 Colchester
1-0 1-1 1-1
September 1 Bournemouth 8 Scunthorpe 15 Bury 18 Doncaster 22 Yeovil 29 Notts County
5-3 1-1 1-1 0-0 0-1 1-1
October 2 Hartlepool 6 Leyton Orient 13 Oldham 20 Preston 23 Walsall 29 Portsmouth
1-2 0-1 1-1 0-1 1-0 1-0
November 3 Bristol Rovers (FAC1) 6 Swindon 10 MK Dons 17 Stevenage 20 Crewe 24 Brentford
1-2 0-0 1-0 4-1 3-3 2-0
December 1 Port Vale 8 Carlisle 15 Tranmere 22 Crawley Town 26 Scunthorpe 29 Hartlepool
2-1 1-3 0-0 0-2 3-0 2-3
January 1 Doncaster 5 Oxford 12 Yeovil 19 Notts County 26 Reading (FAC 4)
2-2 0-3 0-2 1-1 4-0
February 1 Coventry 5 Crawley Town 9 Shrewsbury 16 Colchester 23 Bournemouth 26 Leyton Orient
(H) (H) (A) (H) (A) (H)
March 2 Oldham 9 MK Dons 12 Crewe 16 Stevenage 23 Brentford 30 Tranmere
(A) (H) (A) (A) (H) (A)
April 1 Carlisle 6 Walsall 13 Swindon 20 Portsmouth 27 Preston
(H) (A) (H) (A) (H)
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Sheffield Wednesday News 2012-13
SHEFFIELD WEDNESDAY NEWS 2 12-13 OWLS STAGE LATE SHOW AT VALLEY OWLS NEWS www.swfc.co.uk
A remarkable late comeback at The Valley saw the Owls come from one goal down to win 2-1 on Saturday. Johnnie Jackson’s early second half strike looked to be sending the Owls home empty-handed but Reda Johnson levelled late to seemingly rescue a point. But Leroy Lita, who was making his first Owls appearance, netted a last minute winner to turn the game on its head as Wednesday posted three valuable Championship points. There was a place in the starting line up for debutant Danny Pugh who penned a loan deal at Hillsborough until the end of the season earlier in the week. With both sides keen to keep up their good run of form, there was an early edge to the contest, highlighted by a firm Giles Coke challenge on Dale Stephens that saw the midfielder pick up an early yellow card. Wednesday were first to pose a meaningful threat on goal after 20 minutes when Pugh picked out an unmarked Antony Gardner from a corner but the defender’s header was cleared off the line by Cedric Evina. The Addicks, though, had a golden chance to take the lead through ex-Owl Michael Morrison ten minutes before the break. Matt Taylor headed back into the danger zone for Morrison, who launched himself at the ball from six yards out – only to see his effort cannon back off the crossbar. Moments before the interval, Reda Johnson almost made Ben Hamer pay for failing to gather a long punt forward by Lewis Buxton but his stabbed effort
at goal trickled the wrong side of the upright. The Addicks came out of the blocks fast in the second half and quickly got their noses in front through skipper Jackson. The midfielder neatly controlled in the area from Scott Wagstaff’s lay off before tucking his shot out of Kirkland’s reach into the bottom corner. Wednesday almost responded with the next attack as Michail Antonio jinked inside from the left and curled inches past the post. Owls boss Dave Jones then introduced loan recruit Lita into the action on 55 minutes as Wednesday looked to up the ante in the final third. Jermaine Johnson sent a low arrowed drive wide after a pacey burst down the middle before Lita tested Hamer with a firm low strike that the Addicks keeper managed to push away from danger. The width of the upright was all that prevented Wagstaff from strengthening Charlton’s grip on the game just past the hour. The lively winger raced inside from the right, struck hard and low and as the ball looked destined for the back of Kirkland’s net, back it came off the post as one goal remained the difference. With the clock against Wednesday, there was to be a late twist in the tail as Reda Johnson popped up with a crucial strike to haul the Owls level. Buxton was the provider from the right and Reda Johnson rose high to loop his header over Hamer and into the far corner. With the contest heading for a 1-1 draw – up stepped debut striker and exAddick Lita, who struck first time from a Jermaine Johnson feed into the back of the net, via a deflection, to stun the home side as Wednesday posted a huge three points from a highly entertaining meeting at The Valley. Charlton: Hamer, Evina (Green 90), Jackson, Morrison, Taylor, Stephens (Wright-Phillips 90), Wagstaff, Pritchard, Kermorgant, Solly, Wilson (Fuller 90)Unsed substitutes: Button, Cort, Harriott, Dervite
Owls: Kirkland, Buxton, Gardner, Llera, R Johnson, Pugh (Madine 67), Prutton, Coke, Lee (Lita 55), Antonio, J Johnson (Semedo 90) Unused substitutes: Bywater, Taylor, Mattock, McCabe
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Leroy Lita has nailed his temporary colours to the mast in pledging to do all in his power to aid the Owls’ climb from the Championship relegation zone. The prolific marksman snatched a late winner on his debut at Charlton and in doing so duly lived up to his pre-match billing after his loan switch from Swansea on Friday. The travelling triumph – Wednesday’s fourth win in five on the road – saw Dave Jones’ side leapfrog Ipswich in the table and pull six points clear of third-bottom Peterborough. Lita said: “I’ve come here to hopefully score some goals for the team and push us up the table. “The gaffer’s not told me to come here and play and create lots of chances, he wants me to put the ball in the back of the net. “It’s always good to score a goal on your debut. But the most important thing was the three points. “We put in a good shift, we kept at it right until the end and the boys got the reward they deserved. “It’s important to take one game at a time, the Charlton game was a huge win but now we have a game against one of the toughest teams in the division against Brighton.” More conversant with plying his trade at the opposite end of the table, Lita is nevertheless relishing the prospect of aiding the Owls’ bid for survival. The 28-year-old is in S6 for the rest of the season and remains confident that he can help make a difference. He added: “It’s a challenge for me to come here and score goals and help the team. “I don’t think I’ve ever been in a relegation battle. “I’m here to try and chip in with the goals, and that’s what I intend to do. “Whether I’ve been playing or not, I’ve never lost my confidence. “I know how passionate the Sheffield Wednesday supporters are. This is a good club and they want to be going in the right direction.”
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FIXTURES 2012/13 August 13 Oldham 18 Derby 21 Birmingham 25 Millwall
2-4 2-2 3-2 3-2
September 1 Crystal Palace 14 Brighton 18 Huddersfield 22 Bolton 25 Southampton 29 Wolverhampton
2-1 3-0 1-3 1-2 2-0 1-0
October 2 Burnley 6 Hull 19 Leeds 24 Blackburn 27 Ipswich
3-3 0-1 1-1 1-0 0-3
November 3 Peterborough 6 Blackpool 10 Middlesbrough 17 Nottm Forest 24 Leicester 27 Watford
2-1 0-2 3-1 1-0 0-2 1-4
December 1 Cardiff 8 Bristol City 15 Barnsley 22 Charlton 26 Bolton 29 Huddersfield
1-0 2-3 0-1 2-0 0-1 0-0
January 1 Burnley 5 MK Dons 12 Hull 15 MK Dons (FAC 3R) 19 Wolverhampton 26 Charlton
0-2 0-0 1-3 2-0 0-0 1-2
February 2 Brighton 9 Derby 16 Millwall 19 Birmingham 23 Crystal Palace
(H) (H) (A) (A) (H)
March 2 Nottm Forest 5 Watford 9 Leicester 16 Cardiff 30 Barnsley
(H) (A) (A) (H) (H)
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April 1 Bristol City 6 Blackburn 13 Leeds 16 Blackpool 20 Ipswich 27 Peterborough
(A) (H) (A) (A) (H) (A)
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Dave Jones praised the energy levels of his players after a stunning late double at The Valley saw the Owls post a memorable win. Strikes at the last from Reda Johnson and debutant loanee Leroy Lita overturned Johnnie Jackson’s opener for Charlton as the visitors reaped the reward for an impressive display in the capital. Jones said: “I’m pleased as much as anything else with the energy and drive that the players showed towards the end of the game. “It shows the commitment that they have and the spirit around the place. “We would all have been really disappointed had we not taken anything from the game because we thoroughly deserved it. “I was pleased for the new lads – we only met up with them at the hotel on Friday night – they have settled in well and shown their quality. “Leroy has scored goals all his career and it was a scruffy one but he won’t be too concerned about that. “The good strikers get the scruffy goals and he is certainly a good striker. “Danny has played that role for a long time, in the Premiership and the Championship, he knows it inside out.” The win at The Valley takes Wednesday six points clear of the drop zone but Jones is focused only on the progress of his team and the club. He added: “The table will take care of itself so long as we keep doing the right things and picking up the points. “I know everyone wants it now, and I understand that, but this football club has come a long way in a short space of time. “I have said all along that this is a work in progress. We have a tremendous camaraderie at the football club, the players are a great group to work with, now we need to keep these good things going.”
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FEBRUARY 2013 SUN 10TH SAT 16TH TUE 19TH WED 20TH SAT 23RD SUN 24TH WED 27TH MARCH 2013 SAT 2ND SUN 3RD WED 6TH
WHITBY............................................................................£14 RICHMOND MARKET & DURHAM.............................£12 CHORLEY MKT & SOUTHPORT ................................£12 BRIDLINGTON ................................................................£12 YORK................................................................................£12 LLANDUDNO ..................................................................£12 BURY MARKET ..............................................................£12 SKEGNESS .....................................................................£12 WHITBY............................................................................£12 SKIPTON MKT & SHOPPER........................................£12
COACH HOLIDAYS FEBRUARY 2013 10 FEB - 14 FEB 11 FEB - 15 FEB 11 FEB - 15 FEB 11 FEB - 15 FEB 11 FEB - 15 FEB 11 FEB - 15 FEB 15 FEB - 17 FEB 16 FEB - 17 FEB 18 FEB - 22 FEB 18 FEB - 22 FEB 18 FEB - 22 FEB 18 FEB - 22 FEB 22 FEB - 24 FEB 24 FEB - 1 MAR 25 FEB - 1 MAR 25 FEB - 1 MAR 25 FEB - 1 MAR 25 FEB - 1 MAR
BLACKPOOL...................................................£115 BLACKPOOL...................................................£125 LLANDUDNO ..................................................£151 TENBY..............................................................£215 TORQUAY........................................................£134 WEYMOUTH ...................................................£137 HARROGATE ..................................................£108 MYSTERY TOUR???.......................................£49 BLAIRGOWRIE (HOUSE PARTY)...............£219 THE LAKES .....................................................£132 SOUTHPORT ..................................................£120 TORQUAY........................................................£136 BLACKPOOL.....................................................£80 BABBACOMBE...............................................£142 BLACKPOOL...................................................£125 ISLE OF WIGHT................................................£99 LLANDUDNO ..................................................£130 TORQUAY........................................................£136
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Singles where available may incur a supplement Mon 18th Feb Somerset – Winter Warmer
5 days
£159
SAT 9TH
SCARBOROUGH ...........................................................£12
Mon 4th Mar
Southport in Spring Time
5 days
£189
SUN 10TH
LAKE WINDERMERE....................................................£14
Fri 8th Mar
London Leisure Break
3 days
£146
SAT 16TH
CHESTER SHOPPER ...................................................£12
SUN 17TH
STRATFORD - ON - AVON ...........................................£14
Sat 16th Mar
St. Patricks Day Spectacular
3 days
£189
MON 18TH
PICKERING & SCARBOROUGH ................................£12
Mon 18th Mar Isle of Wight in Spring
5 days
£189
WED 20TH
BRIDLINGTON ................................................................£12
Mon 25th Mar Spring on the Sussex Coast
5 days
£204
SAT 23RD
LLANDUDNO ..................................................................£14
Fri 29th Mar
Windsor,Hampton Court & Kew
3 days
£165
SUN 24TH
LIVERPOOL & DOCKS..................................................£12
Mon 1st Apr
English Riviera
5 days
£189
MON 25TH
HOLMFIRTH & HUDDERSFIELD................................£12
Fri 5th Apr
Cornwall Spring Flower Show
4 days
£175
Mon 8th Apr
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Fri 12th Apr
Lions of Longleat
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Fri 19th Apr
Norfolk Spring Weekender
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BRIDLINGTON ................................................£185 PAIGNTON.......................................................£172 TENBY..............................................................£215 TORQUAY........................................................£148 WESTON SUPER MARE (£1 BAR) ............£161 BLACKPOOL.....................................................£80 BLACKPOOL...................................................£119 SOUTHPORT ..................................................£155 BLACKPOOL...................................................£140 SOUTH SEA ....................................................£243 TORQUAY........................................................£148 DUBLIN (ST PATRICKS)................................£189 ISLE OF WIGHT..............................................£205 LLANDUDNO ..................................................£189 NEWTONMORE (HOUSE PARTY) .............£237 ST ANNES ON SEA .......................................£162 MYSTERY TOUR???.....................................£119
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April 21st - Whitby ................................................£11ad/£9ch
May 6th - 11th St Annes Clifton Park Hotel....................£239pp May 13th - 17th Weymouth Russell Hotel......................... £209
June 1st - Bury Market & Boundary Mill ............£20ad/£17ch with Fish & Chips, peas, bread & butter, tea or coffee
March 24th - Liverpool Albert Dock......................£12ad/£9ch
May 19th - Bridlington ........................................£311ad/£9ch
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2013 Trips - Book Now! 12th Feb - Chester Zoo .............................................................................................. £30 14th Feb – Valentines with “The Full Monty” ........................................................... £40 25th Feb – Burton Agnes Snowdrop Spectacular ...................................................... £20 5th Jan - London Special - HI Kensington - 2 Days .................................................. £69 19th Jan - Daventry Delights - Puma Daventry Hotel - 2 Days................................. £89 28th Jan - Torquay - Coasy Break - 5 Days DBB .................................................... £149 2nd Feb - London Weekend - 2 Days - DBB ............................................................. £75 8th Feb - Llandudn & Sunday lunch - 3 Days - Four Oaks Hotel ........................... £109 18th Feb - Gilsland Winter Warmer - 5 Days - Gilsland Spa Hotel......................... £189 9th Mar - Redworth Hall, Mothers Day Special - 2 Days - Redworth Hall Hotel....£115 16th Mar - Classical Spectacular - Royal Albert Hall - 2 Days ............................... £169 17th Mar - London Eye & Cruise - 2 Days.............................................................. £125 18th Mar - Scottish Castles - 5 Days ....................................................................... £259 DOOR TO DOOR PICKUPS ON HOLIDAYS 3 DAYS OR MORE