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THE FORCE IS STRONG IN SHEFFIELD Everyone’s favourite little big race is back and better than ever. Returning for a third year, Steve Peat and friends bring you the next instalment in Peaty’s Steel City Mini Downhill Last year there were 200 racers and over 700 spectators lining the course in Greno woods to see what happens when a Mini Downhill race is put on Peaty Style! They were rewarded by some fast racing from the ten year old groms in their ﬁrst event through to the man himself; all ﬂowing down a course crafted by local trail builders Biketrack.org, before launching into the

infamous crowd filled finish bomb hole. This year you can expect more of the same, with a course that is being tweaked to perfection and will include a new rollercoaster berm section. Timing will again be provided by MIJ organisers of their own Welsh series. As ever, we are really fortunate to be supported by the local bike scene, with stands and prizes confirmed so far from Cotic Bikes, 18 Bikes, The Bike Tree, Big Stone, Over-Ride Cycle Works, Edinburgh Bicycle COOP, Avanti Conveyers, YorScaff, Ticket2Ride, Santa Cruz Bikes, Royal Racing and Monster. Tado will once

again be furnishing all the winners with custom made medals. Local favourites and long-time supporters Bradﬁeld Brewery will be on hand to quench thirsts and Motoré Café will be providing a lift for the discerning coffee drinkers too. If you needed more incentive to pedal harder; Whirlow Hall Farm Café will be providing us with a BBQ and Hog Roast and Streetfood Chef will be on hand to feed you with their award winning Burritos This is a Charity event and all funds raised from the race go directly back to the Shefﬁeld Wildlife Trust and the trails in

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Last Sunday was St. Patrick’s Day, and every year, the Irish gave us all a lesson about patriotism with their celebrations. In the main, Guinness was the order of the day, with copious quantities being consumed. It is ironic that we English people tend to celebrate St. Patrick’s day more than our own St. Georges Day. We all have Irish friends and seem happy to enjoin them in their celebrations. I must confess that I much prefer the Irish to the Welsh, with notable exceptions including Sarah Fearnley from Bjorn Again and top duo Agnetha and Frida, and my opinion was re-enforced over the weekend after the thrashing England received from the Welsh in the rugby and my beloved Sheffield Wednesday losing to table toppers Cardiff City. We have a delightful Scottish lad in our local pub that really let him down with a post on Facebook encouraging a Welsh victory over the English. This foolhardy post can do nothing but cause anger amongst the English, who will undoubtedly pass comment about foreigners coming South over the border stealing our jobs. However, this flippant comment really bounced back on our Scottish friend when his football team, Heart of Midlothian were beaten by St. Mirren in the Scottish Communities League Cup Final, and his adopted team, would you believe, Sheffield United, were soundly thrashed four goals to nil by lowly Stevenage. That is what I call Karma. I was pleased to have sight of a DVD this week of top comedian, Bobby Dennis, being quite rightly lauded by his showbusiness peers whilst he was in Australia. Bobby was guest speaker at The Entertainer’s Luncheon, at the Northbridge Golf Club, where for half an hour he had to give a talk about his long life in the business without telling any jokes. I learned a lot about Bobby, narrating things about his life that this modest man had never revealed to me before. I am sure that he will want to kill me for imparting this information but it transpires that diminutive Bobby, standing all of five feet five inches was a bit of a hero. World War two was taking place, at the age of seventeen and

a half, Bobby wanted to fight Hitler as a Spitfire pilot. However, when he discovered that the training would take place in either Rhodesia or Canada and would take eighteen months, which was no good for our Bobby as he wanted to engage Hitler immediately and so he joined the paratroopers. Regrettably, on his sixth jump, his parachute became twisted and Bobby went the wrong way round in an effort to untwist it and fell heavily, resulting in him breaking his leg and sustaining head injuries and he was hospitalised for three months and he therefore missed the Rhine crossing, luckily for Hitler. He was sent to Palestine for the next two years, where there was much unrest similar to that in Afghanistan. Bobby was a keen footballer and never missed a match. He and his mates set off in a three ton Bedford, and unknown to them they each carried a petrol can. The lorry was involved in an accident and all except Bobby and three others were burnt to death. He was in hospital for nine months in Haifa badly burnt. Penicillin was a new drug at the time and without one hundred and twenty eight injections, our Bobby would not be here today. Caron and I celebrated four years together with another exceptional meal at Aubergine in Chesterfield, kindly paid for by my true real friend and local landlord, Chris Snell. We were really surprised and happy when we were joined by Diana Edwards armed with a bottle of champagne.

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The world famous Harlem Globetrotters will bring their 2013 “You Write The Rules” World Tour to the UK next year, returning with a new team and brand new show. Tipping off in March, the team will be displaying their skills to audiences across the country and packing in plenty of fun for all the family along the way. For the first time ever, during the Globetrotters’ 2013 “You Write the Rules” World Tour, your family’s smiles will begin before you even get to the show. Fans will decide the rules for the game that could affect the final outcome. This could be anything from playing with two basketballs at once, to getting double the points for each basket made. Tickets for the tour’s 270-plus games are still available. Go online with your kids to www. harlemglobetrotters.com to vote for which groundbreaking rule you want to see implemented in the game. Then, get your tickets, and see the winning rules in live action at the Globetrotters’ world championship game. This year’s Globetrotters roster features stars such as: Special K Daley, Big Easy Lofton, Flight Time Lang, Dizzy Grant, and Scooter Christensen – along with female star TNT Maddox and 7-foot-8 Tiny Sturgess, the Guinness World Record holder as the World’s Tallest Professional Basketball Player (roster may change city to city). Renowned worldwide for their top class basketball tricks and one-of-a-kind family entertainment, the Harlem Globetrotters perform to thousands of people in hundreds of countries every year, continuing the team’s legacy which began in 1926. Over the years, as well as breaking basketball records, the teams have broken social and cultural barriers – featuring on the cover of Life magazine in the 1940s, becoming the first basketball team to play in Europe and selling out a tour of the Soviet Union during the Cold War in 1959 to mention just a few. The Harlem Globetrotters UK tour will be stopping off at the Motorpoint Arena Sheffield on Tuesday 26th March 2013. Tickets are still available priced at £40/£25/£19/£12.50 (subject to booking fee) and are available in person from the Arena Box Office, the ticket hotline on 0114 256 56 56 or online at www. motorpointarenasheffield.co.uk.

THE FULL MONTY TAKES TO THE STAGE Sixteen years on from the film’s release, an allstar cast takes to the stage of the Lyceum theatre to re-tell a story close to the hearts of many Sheffielders. Scripted by it’s creator Simon Beaufoy and directed by Daniel Evans, this production is a superb stage adaptation of one of Britain’s best-loved comedies. The Full Monty explores the lives of six unemployed men, four of them former steel workers, who decide to raise money by forming a male striptease act. Barely an empty seat in sight, the curtains opened to a large and expectant crowd. The play tackled bleak themes, such as, depression, unemployment and suicide with strong language and a gritty sense of humour that caused the audience to laugh out loud from start to finish. Staying faithful to the film’s soundtrack the audience were treated to the music of Donna Summer, Tom Jones and Hot Chocolate, which as well as delivering familiarity, provided essential comedy. The scene where Gaz and friends start to dance in time to Hot Stuff while queuing at the job-centre was particularly memorable. The cast were exemplary with a standout performance from Simon Rouse (Jack Meadows from The Bill) as middle-aged Gerald, afraid to tell his wife he no longer has a job. The big scene at the end did not disappoint and gained loud cheers from female members of the audience. A must see play. For details of future shows and productions appearing at the Lyceum/Crucible theatres please visit www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk

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I nearly died in an accident at Cadbury World, I was trapped for ages because every time I shouted “the Milky Bars are on me!” everyone just cheered. ------------------------------------------------------------I’m so rock and roll that I live my life by the Spinal Tap rule; turn everything up to 11! Haven’t had a decent slice of toast in years. ------------------------------------------------------------Custard pies have been banned at the circus. That’ll be a big slap in the face for clowns then. ------------------------------------------------------------I went to the library today and asked, “Have you got any books about modern trains?” The librarian replied, “Sorry Sir. It should have been here this morning, but it’s not arrived yet.” ------------------------------------------------------------The neighbour next door said his mate would leather me if I continued to insult and mock him... “So he’s an upholsterer as well as a a***hole” I said. ------------------------------------------------------------A pie factory has exploded injuring 4 members of staff. The blast was heard 3.146 miles away. ------------------------------------------------------------My girlfriend came home all excited. “You know your ex, Claire? The one I stole you off?” she asked. “Well, she must have forgiven me because she’s invited me out gambling tonight! She told me I can have all the fun while she just watches.” “Oh,” I said. “That’s.....good.” “I know,” she gushed. “And I can’t wait to ﬁnd out how the Russians play roulette differently to us”.

pub quiz 1. Who is the Captain that hunts Moby Dick in the Hermann Melville novel?

2. Which imaginary line follows the 180 degrees line of longitude? 3. In the stock market, what is the opposite of a bull market? 4. Who was the Greek God of sleep? 5. Which language is an ofﬁcial language of Canada, Belgium and Switzerland? 6. Apart from being rivers, what do Shannon, Forth, Tyne and Humber have in common? 7. Which British football team won the European Cup in 1967? 8. In television, what do the initials CNN stand for? 9. Who was the ﬁrst footballer to be knighted? 10. Which Wiltshire Cathedral has the highest spire in England? (Answers on Page 2)

this week... IN THE NEWS 23/3/1888

In England, The Football League, the world’s oldest professional Association Football league, meets for the ﬁrst time.

24/3/1923

Greece becomes a republic.

25/3/1306

Robert the Bruce becomes King of Scotland.

26/3/1934

The driving test is introduced in the United Kingdom.

27/3/1871

The ﬁrst international rugby football match, when Scotland defeat England in Edinburgh at Raeburn Place.

28/3/1854

Crimean War: France and Britain declare war on Russia.

29/3/1871

The Royal Albert Hall is opened by Queen Victoria.

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Dreams Probably the most famous example of a dream is when Jacob saw a ladder leading up to heaven. He later interpreted a Pharaoh’s dream and adverted the danger of famine, pestilence and civil war in Egypt. People ask “what is a dream?” and “where does it come from?” A dream is a manifestation of thoughts, activities, and memories. I did a feature for a magazine about St Hilda of Whitby Abbey.

Dentist - To dream of the dentist means you will have trouble with your digestion.You had better take care of your health! Eagle - To dream you see an eagle in a high place is a good sign to those who are in business Earrings - For a woman to dream of being given earrings means your lover may be unfaithful. Earrings made of pink rose quartz means he is a true love - black onyx means it will not last. Eyes - The eyes are the windows to the soul, and Ancients believe they are the light of understanding. To dream of an injury to the eyes or disease affecting them is a sign you have enemies. To dream of being haunted by a pair of staring eyes is an omen of good fortune.

I researched the information and changed the wording four times just to get it right.That night (not suprisingly!) I dreamt of the Abbess St Hilda. But also I looked up the meaning of this dream and it said “if you dream of an Abbess a friend is saying spiteful Fairies - If you dream about a fairy giving you money, the opposite will happen! It’s a sign you will things about you.” lose money. Here are some interpretations of different subjects we may dream about: Falcon - To dream of birds of prey signifies increases in riches - but also warns you to beware - you may be Abbey - I often dream about Whitby which always surrounded by enemies. features the Abbey.But the interpretation of Abbey is “your difficulties are coming to an end.” Fire - People who dream of fire have a fiery temper. To dream you are burning is often the sign of a Baby - To dream you are nursing a stranger’s baby violent fever. foretells sickness in the family . Bat - To dream of a bat or a flying bird means “don’t do any business that day.” To see a bat flying about in a dusky evening signifies you will meet a deceitful person. Generally dreaming of bats is not a lucky omen. Cap or Hat - To dream of putting on a cap or hat signifies that you must be careful in your love affairs: if you receive a cap you will soon be married. A red cap means passion, whereas a blue cap means a spiritual person. So when you remember your dream check what colour the cap is.

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Whether you are having any difficulty at home or getting about outside, such as meeting friends or going shopping, There have been an increasing number of we have it covered at All Mobility in taxpayers reporting occasions where they Woodseats. Opened last year by Jo have been contacted by organisations or McMahon, (a registered Occupational individuals offering reductions or refunds Therapist) we are more than happy of Council Tax in specific circumstances. to discuss people’s individual needs Taxpayers need to be extremely careful and help to make the correct choice when they are being contacted about the of equipment. Since opening last year information they provide. If you are asked we have had many customers not only to provide bank details or other financial returning but also recommending the information this should be refused as the shop to friends. We are dedicated to likelihood is that if the callers ask for great personal service - if we sell an this information, they are from bogus item we want customers to feel assured companies. However, there are other reputable we are here to support them with it. companies who contact taxpayers to try and We sell all of our mobility scooters and secure banding reductions, but do not ask stairlifts at below recommended prices as for Taxpayers personal financial information we feel it is important that our customers and you may want to pursue this with them. continue with their independence whether If you wish to query the band on your it be getting upstairs to the toilet, going property you can contact the Valuation shopping for themselves, meeting friends, Office Agency direct, there will not be a charge for checking if you are in the correct or fishing! When purchasing a mobility scooter, band, see the information about Appeals at recliner chair or stairlift, we will visit you https://www.sheffield.gov.uk/council-tax/ at home and ensure you are confident to appeals.html or ring 0114 289 4600. use the equipment - as many times as is If you receive telephone calls or a door step caller offering refunds or reductions in necessary! When purchasing a mobility Council Tax and request bank or building scooter, we will give you all the necessary society account details, credit card details, information about your product, the or request an administration fee or ‘up front highway code and basic maintenance care. payment’ to secure a refund these will not We are always pleased to see our scooters be from Sheffield City Council. passing by, and customers popping in to If you recive a visit to your property from say hello. someone saying they are from the Valuation Office Agency or SCC they MUST carry an We are a very friendly shop offering good advice and support to our customers. identity card. Always ask to see this card. Spring is just around the corner, and we If this cannot be provided this will be a have a great offer on our best seller rise/ bogus call and under no circumstances recliner chair. Also we presently have should any information be provided. some mobility scooters which have been Contact SCC if you’re targeted If you receive one of these calls or visits, used for demonstration only and remain please let SCC know immediately by in perfect condition. We need to sell these emailing us at council.tax@sheffield.gov.uk ASAP to make room for new stock, so or by phoning us on 0114 2736633. there are real bargains available! These You should give SCC as much information scooters start from £725 for a Kymco as you can – for example the name of the boot scooter; £1950 for a 8mph Kymco company or individual who contacted you, and any address or contact numbers you are Midi XLS and £2300 for a 8mph Pride Colt Pursuit. given. Sheffield City Council would also like to ask If you can’t come to us please give us a call - we are more than happy to visit you anyone who receives a call or visit similar in your own home! to these to contact South Yorkshire Police https://www.sheffield.gov.uk/council-tax/ boguscalls.html

Sunday is the loneliest day of the week for those elderly people who live alone, often without family nearby, and are unable to get out without a helping hand, and so miss the social contacts they had once had. We form small groups for monthly Sunday afternoon friendship tea parties held in the home of a different local volunteer host each month. Each older person is collected by a volunteer driver taken to the host’s home which brings friendship, laughter, conversation back into their lives. Our groups are kept small, about 7 or 8 older guests, 3 or 4 monthly drivers and about 10 yearly hosts. The party runs from 3.00 pm to 5.00 pm every month. The charity has 485 groups nationally, with 36 in Yorkshire – Shefﬁeld has 2 active groups in and a 3rd needing more help to keep going. We are looking for friendly people to help ... Drivers - Just one Sunday afternoon a month - or as a reserve. Use their own car to take one or two members to the tea party and join in and take them home again. Everyone involved enjoys the experience. Hosts – just once a year welcome a small group into your home for afternoon tea just once a year on a Sunday afternoon. Not too many steps and a downstairs toilet are essential. Or to organise the monthly visits … Normally a driver, who ensures that all is well, and coordinates the visit to a different host each month. A member said recently “once you are old you can become a non-person, but Contact has changed all that – being taken out by my lovely driver and welcomed into someone’s home has made me feel alive again and gives me something to look forward to every month….” If you would like to make a difference to the lives of those who are lonely please ring Mary and she will ring you back with all the details. Mary Robinson, Executive Ofﬁcer, North and Midlands – Tel: 01535-632592 Email: mary.robinson@contact-the-elderly.org.uk or via our Website: www.contact-the-elderly. org.uk on 101. SCC do not ask for your name but there are some optional questions in the ‘about you’ section at the end that will ensure that they include a cross-section of residents across the city. Telephone survey The survey can also be carried out free over the telephone by calling 0800 5873115. You will be put through to a Research Adviser where you can complete the survey over the phone. You will not be charged for the call. Paper copies To request a paper copy of the survey please call the Freephone Helpline on 0800 5873115. More information The survey is being carried out by Capita Research and Surveys on behalf of SCC.

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said: “It is great igious venue as Wentworth Woodhouse GALA TENT SECURES MAJOR prest g value and we are looking forward to addin and to their events. We can offer affordable NEW DEAL WITH ONE OF to ssional looking stalls and marquees profe ing UK’S FINEST STATELY HOMES traders and exhibitors and also provide stunnvenu e.

ing marquees that make it the perfect wedd and this a Rotherham-based company, we see Gala Tent, the UK’s largest importer As os, has and look exporter of tents, marquees and gazeb as just the start of a great partnership agreement Woodhouse secured a major new partnership forward to helping to put Wentworth r erham, to map as one of South Yorkshire’s majo with Wentworth Woodhouse in Roth the on a number of supply marquees and gazebos for attractions.” Chris events throughout 2013. Gala Tent will be working alongside rred t The company will be the venue’s prefe erborne, who owns the Church Stree Wint be h will s, supplier of marquees and gazebos whic Co, in Rotherham, to organise two event Pub when des a fundraiser for Rotherham available for stall holders to buy or hire inclu h whic ing range worth attending Wentworth Woodhouse’s excit General Hospital in the grounds of Went home will on Saturday April 6th. This will be of events. As the prestigious stately house Wood ing venue, izers are soon also be offering itself as a wedd a Black Tie Dinner for which the organ uees for now on sale are ts ticke and ors Gala Tent will also be supplying marq spons for ng is heading looki ding such celebrations. Chris Winterbourne priced £45. If you are interested in atten further an this operation and If you would like e shows and events then sign up for futur any m ed.co o.uk/ information visit www.youreventcover sive invitation at http://www.galatent.c exclu Giles Newbold, Owner of Wentworth wentworth.asp with Gala a Spring Woodhouse, said: “We chose to work Chris and Gala Tent are also organising the s share that any comp looking for is and h Marc Tent as they are a local 31st and 30th on Show in the in touch to same values as us and does a lot of work local traders and stall holders to get range of local community. We have an exciting at space tie Charity reserve their .asp events planned this year from a black http://www.galatent.co.uk/stallholder le and reliab a need so , show g Sprin a to Tent has grown to sell Ball Gala , 1999 in ded Foun nd to ﬁ year, experience marquee partner. It was great over 10,000 tents and marquees each such a company based locally too.” 0 event accessories and 90,00 d aroun with along Wentworth Tom McWilliams, Event Manager of the UK. In the UK, Gala a number furniture products in Woodhouse, said: “Gala Tent supplied ier for organisations suppl rred prefe Tent is a tmas of marquees and gazebos for our Chris the military, NHS, the South Yorkshire ding inclu an have We ss. Market, which was a huge succe ce, South Yorkshire Police for the year Fire & Rescue Servi active programme of events planned ulance and AA. Amb s John’ St ce, Servi can rs ahead, so it is important that stall holde marquees on 0871 access provide professional looking For more details, contact Gala Tent the event tent. .gala and gazebos that reﬂect the quality of www ite webs the visit or 4234312 we will be running here.” . co.uk Tent, Gala of tor Direc Jason Mace, Managing

ner and Gala Tent, the Rotherham-based desig and uees manufacturer of high quality marq Marquee gazebos, is hosting a special four day Fairfield and Gazebo Show at its premises at h 2013. Park, Manvers from 21st to 24th Marc take a to Trade and retail customers will be able range of sive privileged peak at Gala Tent’s exten gazebos innovative new designs for marquees, home. the and other structures that help extend ming Gala Tent is looking forward to welco des the special guests to the event, which inclu erham and Deputy Mayor and Mayoress of Roth to the John Healey MP. As part of giving back with d up local community, Gala Tent has linke will be Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice and event the donating 5% of net profit raised from e tickets to the charity. There will also be raffl a chance to available for visitors to buy to have , with win a new Compact Gazebo worth £200 ren’s all money raised going towards the child hospice. Tent, Jason Mace, Managing Director of Gala and said: “On the Saturday and Sunday (23rd tions 24th March) there will be demonstra business throughout the day by a local events dress up which will be showing guests how to gettable a marquee to ensure a stylish and unfor event.” , but Gala Tickets are not required for the event early to Tent recommends that you come along se of some the show to be the first to get a glimp fantastic new marquees and gazebos. the For more details and latest updates visit website www.galatent.co.uk.

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Regulars at the Park Vie w Bar and Restaurant in Swinton, Rotherham customers to meet the new can enjoy first class management team service after Jason Ma for a family fun packed ce took over the popula evening. Sunday the r 31st of March from drinking establishment 12 noon there is an Easter in 2011. As Managing Director of Sunday Egg Hunt with a special appearance by the Award-Winning Gala Tent Ltd, manufactu the Easter Bunny. The fam rers of high quality ily fun continues in marquees and gazebos, the the evening with adults aloud too at Disco Dick entrepreneur could see the potential in the Bar and the Grovers 70’s nig ht. This is an optional and refurbished it from top to bottom. The fancy dress themed event Marquee-designed so put on your Abba function room with luxurio and John Travolta outfits and hit the dance floor, us lining and chandeliers is one of the tickets are £5.00 an adult largest in the area and and with extensive land surrou Bank Holiday Monday the £2.50 for children. nding the property, re will be a garden the stylish Sports Bar is par ty with bouncy castle, ma the perfect venue for rket stalls, rides, any occasion. Unsurpris hog roast and much more. ingly, Jason and the This is why the Park team's efforts haven't gon View is becoming the mo e unnoticed as the Bar st talked about venue & Restaurant was short-l in Rotherham. Another event that the local isted in Hospitality Award at the for the Excellence community holds close to their heart, and that the Sheffield Chamber Awards. and the Sports Bar Park View is very proud to host is Bean Fest, a was also ranked Number 1 on tripadvisor summertime all-day fest .com for most popular ival created by a group restaurant in Swinton wit who lost their dear friend h gleaming reviews. Robert Newest to join the team wit h the community's best ban 'Bean' Crook, and ready for action are ds coming together Manageresses Joan Monks in this one venue to raise money for charity. The , who previously ran the very successful Gate festival took place in one at Redford, and Carol of Gala Tent's larger Dewick, previous directo marquees last year which r of the Ship Inn at the company were Greasbrough. They are con happy to assemble, and this can also be used fident that the Park View is the place to be, for weddings if requested with many upcoming . Whether it be for a events and shows booked Wedding, Birthday party or even Funeral Tea, throughout the year, sure to dazzle and enterta the venue offers packages in the customers. The to suit everybody. The staff at the Park View defi Park View Bar and Restau nitely know the way rant are flexible to to the locals' hearts, with cater to your needs and wan Sunday lunches served ts. 12 while 4 exceeding all expectations, with home-made Yorkshire pud For more information, contact Carol or Joan dings and a wide range of meats and vegetables. on 01709 580 004 or to buy tickets visit the And serving over 200 hungry customers each Sun website www.parkviewsp ortsbar.co.uk day an increase in business sinc , the Bar has seen e the new year. The brand new Home-Cooke d Menu is also definitely worth exploring with ma ny favourite Mains now part of the '2 for £10 ' deal. The Park View has a wide array of events happening over the year from Tribute Shows to Prom Fayres, Easter brings a cracking line up of fun for all the family. Thursday 28th March star ts with 80’s Tribute Show Gold, optional fan cy dress. 29th March is Good Friday and its trad ition to eat fish on this day so Park View has put together a fish menu for all tastes, so join the m for dinner. Saturday the 30th March sees a re-l aunch of the Karaoke Disco and the Park are inv iting new and old

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SHEFFIELD LAWYER HOSTS CONCERT OF FILM MUSIC FOR LOCAL CHARITY

Andrew Wallis, from the Real Estate team at national law firm Irwin Mitchell’s Sheffield office, is hoping to raise money for a Sheffield based charity which provides the neurosciences department of the Royal Hallamshire Hospital with state of the art surgical equipment and facilities. Andrew and his family have been Neurocare supporters for several years.

Andrew said: “The charity’s work is close to my heart on a personal level, as my family have had first hand experience of the fantastic care and treatment offered by the staff on Royal Hallamshire’s Neuro Ward. I’m delighted to say that Irwin Mitchell’s Sheffield Office, particularly its personal injury Neurotrauma department, has also been a supporter of Neurocare for a number of years and supporting great local causes is part of the ethos running through Irwin Mitchell.” Joining forces with Unite the Union (City of Sheffield) brass band and together with the help of his family, the Neurocare Group of Champions and the charity itself, he has organised a night to remember with familiar music from movies old and new. Employers Irwin Mitchell have

The place to be for the best in 60s, 70s and 80s Music Every Friday & Saturday till 2am kindly produced the promotional material in-house so that more money can be donated to Neurocare. “We hope that this concert will help raise funds which will ensure medical professionals on the ward continue to get access to the top quality equipment they need to continue their fine work while also providing an evening of great entertainment along the way.” Sheffield’s Victoria Hall will open its doors at 7pm to up to 450 spectators on April 27th with tickets costing just £10 for adults and £7 concessions. Contact Grace at Neurocare on 0114 2676465 or grace@neurocare.org. uk to buy tickets or find out more.

LOCAL ACT NOMINATED IN NATIONAL TRIBUTE AWARDS Lorrie Brown, Shefﬁeld tribute artiste, has been nominated for her tribute to Vera Lynn, in the National Tribute Awards 2013. The winners are announced next month and are asked to appear at the Litchﬁeld Garrick Theatre at the end of the year in a show featuring all the winners. Lorrie has been performing her tribute for 18yrs and has toured

The Fountain Precinct Lower Ground Floor Shefﬁeld S1 2GZ 0114 270 6760

around the country with her act. Among the venues she has played are 2 years touring with Danny La Rue, Sang for the Chelsea Pensioners, Performed in Blackpool twice at the Opera House and Tower Ballroom She has appeared in our show 'A Salute to the 1940's' in the Shefﬁeld Peace Gardens for the last 2 yrs on Armed Forces and Veterans Day. We are due to make our 3rd appearance this June. If you would like more details you can go to the web site at www.veralynntribute.eu

VOICE OF THE WIN ‘NOW’ NIGHTINGALE WITH MAGIC RADIO NIGHTINGALE by Mel Jaques

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Radio Nightingale, the radio service at the Rotherham General Hospital, is celebrating Hospital Broadcasting Week with an open evening on Monday. The station is run by volunteers and provides entertainment for the patients around the clock to help pass the time during their admission. The annual event of Hospital Broadcasting Week is an opportunity to raise awareness of the work of Radio Nightingale and other stations across the country. Later this year Radio Nightingale is celebrating 35 years of broadcasting. A series of events are being planned to celebrate this achievement and Radio Nightingale are looking for new volunteers to join the team specifically to help with anniversary celebrations. In particular, people who can organise events, fundraise, update the station website and use social media, record and edit audio to create jingles and programme features. Also, the station is going back to hospital radio roots and returning to providing football commentaries from Rotherham United home games and there are still some spaces to fill in the team. It’s a really exciting time to be involved in Radio Nightingale. There are so many developments in so many aspects of our work as we strive to provide the best possible service to the patients. If you can offer any of your time, even if it’s only for a short time to help us with the anniversary celebrations, we’ll appreciate your contribution to this fantastic team effort. The open evening is on Monday from 6.00pm to 8.00pm. Where previous listeners are welcome to come along and meet some of the team and look around the studio plus it’s an opportunity for people interested in volunteering at the station to find out more about the roles available. Alternatively if you think you can help Radio Nightingale and have the time to volunteer but can’t attend on Monday please contact the station on 01709 304244 or visit the website www.radionightingale.org.uk and complete the volunteer form.

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MAGIC AM by Trevor Thomas

One of the most amazing figures from the world of music we play has to be Dionne Warwick. Celebrating 50 years as a recording artist, Dionne is a lady from an influential background. Her family were gospel singers, which led to her building her own group and a meeting which would add the glowing finishing touch to her career. Whilst singing in backing sessions, the award winning songwriting team of Burt Bacharach and Hal David took an instant like to her voice and hit after hit followed. Who can forget “Walk on by”, “Do you know the way to San Jose” and there were more collaborations with Bacharach and David such as “Anyone who had a heart” and “I just don’t know what to do with myself”. These were more known for their cover versions from Cilla Black and Dusty Springfield. Later hits included the classic tearjerker “I know I’ll never love this way again” and “Heartbreaker” and now she’s back again with an album simply entitled “Now” featuring both new and legendary songs given a new lease of life. We’ve got lots of copies to give away right across the day completely FREE, all week. Simply listen for the winning tracks, call when you hear one and you could be a winner.

LOCAL YOUNGSTERS GET INYERFACE

Hillsborough based INYERFACE ARTS are excited to announce 2 brand new music making opportunities for local youngsters. RockFace is a Monday evening singing group for young people aged 10 – 18 performing pop and rock songs in the ‘Glee’ style. The emphasis is all about having fun and singing the type of songs that young people themselves want to sing. For the very young Inyerface are promoting Diddly Tots, a Saturday morning music and movement group for the Under 3s and their busy Mums & Dads. Both sessions take place at the excellent Burton Street Foundation in Hillsborough. Formerly known as Inyerface Theatre Company the group was originally formed to provide live performance opportunities to children and young adults who might otherwise be unable to enjoy them. Inyerface is all about having fun and is proud to have a low cost no audition policy, promising everyone who wants to the chance to perform live on stage. Over 400 young people have performed in concerts and shows over the past 10 years and a number of ex-Inyerfacers are now starting professional careers in music and the theatre. Previous theatre productions include Disco Inferno, Fame, Return to the Forbidden Planet and last year’s amazing Romeo & Juliet – the Steel City Edition which rocked the Crucible Main House. In October this year Inyerface will continue with their tongue in cheek take on Shakespeare by presenting a new rock musical version of A Midsummer Night’s Dream set in Shefﬁeld in the 60s. For the past 10 years Inyerface have produced concerts covering all types of music from pop and rock to classical, often working with local schools and the Music Academy and are delighted to now be able to expand their range of musical offerings working as part of the Shefﬁeld Music Hub . They recently worked with All Saints School on a week long singing & songwriting workshop and will present Live & Loud 2013 – a classic rock night on April 27th and Songs from Movies & Musicals on July 14th. More details of Inyerface Art’s productions and work with young people can be found at www. inyerfacearts.com. or on Facebook.

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JOHN GILLAN Sunday 31st March

CHRIS BATEMAN Saturday 23rd March

NORTHERN SOUL MEMBERS & AFFILIATED FRIENDS MOST WELCOME

WALKLEY WMC 287 Providence Road Walkley - Sheffield Tel: 0114 234 8956

WADSLEY BRIDGE WMC Halifax Road - Shefﬁeld 6 0114 2311 130

Friday 22nd March

BENIDORM

TICKETS

CRISSY ROCK MIKE DENNETT & CHIC CATHERINE COOPER HOSTED BY DENE MICHAEL

£4

Saturday 23rd March

BIG STEVE & THE HEADLINERS

Sunday 24th March

THE FUTURE

SEQUENCE DANCING WITH TUITION MON AFTERNOON 1:30PM ZUMBA WITH TUITION TUES &THURS 6:30PM

www.wadsleybridge-wmc.co.uk

Woodhouse Westend WMC 149 Sheffield Road Sheffield Tel: 0114 2693 057

MONDAY QUIZ NIGHT

FOR A GALLON OF BEER + BINGO

£7 ENTRY TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM BEHIND THE BAR STARTS AT 7:30PM

Saturday 23rd March

HEIDI MILLS

BILL & PETES SING-A-LONG

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

WEDNESDAY MODERN SEQUENCE PLUS BINGO THURSDAY DOMINO KNOCK OUT FRIDAY & SATURDAY BINGO, PYCR & OPEN THE BOX SUNDAY BINGO/OPEN THE BOX

Sunday 24th March

Friday 22nd March

Saturday 23rd March

The New

MONDAY

BINGO

Cash Prizes

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

TUESDAY

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

WEDNESDAY

FAMILY GAMES NIGHT, pool night, FREE table

THURSDAY

FULL SIZE SNOOKER & POOL TABLE SUPERB FUNCTION ROOM Air Conditioned, Private Bar, Seats 150, Catering, Live DJ - For Any Occasion

TYLA GUY

STUNNING FEMALE VOCALIST

Sunday 24th March

2 REAL

BRILLIANT MALE DUO

Friday 22nd March

DYNAMIX

MADELEINE ROBERTS

FREEMASONS Plus Fun Quiz ARMS FREE FUNCTION ROOM (Under New Management)

SALLY & STAFF WELCOME OLD & NEW CUSTOMERS

FRIDAY 22ND MARCH

DREAMS & RUMOURS

SUNDAY 31ST MARCH

LIVE BAND DAY FOR THE CHILDRENS HOSPITAL HEADLINING BAND IS ...

HIGHWAY CHILD PLUS 8 SUPPORT BANDS! HOT FOOD SERVED ALL DAY 2PM TILL LATE CHILDREN WELCOME TILL 7PM

Walkley Lane, Hillsborough (on the bridge)

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 NOW IN THE SNUG 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)

SATURDAY 30TH MARCH

THE BOUNCE

LOCAL BAND - INDIE ORIGINAL £2 ENTRY - IN AID OF NSPCC Also the organiser Paul will be running The London Marathon to raise money through sponsorship. Raffle at 8pm

FUNCTION ROOM AVAILABLE

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NATASHA PARX Saturday 23rd March

DEEP

John, Ruth & Family Welcome You To ...

THE SPORTSMAN Barnsley Rd, Shefﬁeld S4 7AD • 0114 2561458

UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT OF THE CHEF ‘For the ﬁnest in ‘Home cooked’ food with the freshest ingredients.’

Lunch is served Tuesday to Saturday from 12noon through to 6pm Pensioner’s Lunch Tuesday & Thursday from only £4.95 Sunday Lunches from 12noon to 5pm Main Course £6.95 2 Courses £7.95 • 3 Courses £8.95 Children’s Meals from £4.95

KARAOKE WITH PAUL FROM AK47

EVERY FRIDAY 8PM - MIDNIGHT GUEST REAL ALES

PLUS SMITHS, STONES, BODDY’S, CARLING, STELLA & COORS LIGHT

FREE WIFI

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

13 Hall Road, Shefﬁeld Tel: 0114 269 3019

Saturday 23rd March

RICKY GRAHAM MALE VOCAL ENTERTAINER Saturday 30th March

FRIDAY 23RD MARCH

SATURDAY 30TH MARCH

RYAN MYCZKO

BINGO & OPEN THE BOX - FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY

JACKPOT STARTS AT £200

EVERY MONDAY QUIZ NIGHT IN THE LOUNGE WITH SEAN

CAPONE

EXCELLENT VOCAL DUO

BINGO EVERY NIGHT EVERY WEDNESDAY BALLROOM DANCING THE

RIDGEWAY ARMS

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

Thursday 21st March

CO.UK

Saturday 23rd March

RICKY GRAHAM

OPEN ALL DAY FRIDAY

Friday 22nd March

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 Friday 22nd March

Saturday 23rd March

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY!

TBA

Monday

SOUL & MOTOWN NIGHT

QUIZ NIGHT

8PM - MIDNIGHT £1 ENTRY

FRIDAY 29TH MARCH FRIDAY 26TH APRIL FRIDAY 24TH MAY

Tuesday

BUSKERS’ NIGHT & PLAY YOUR CARDS RIGHT- £100 Wednesday & Thursday

FREE POOL

70’S & 80’S NIGHT

Friday

8PM - MIDNIGHT £1 ENTRY

FRIDAY 5TH APRIL FRIDAY 6TH MAY FRIDAY 7TH JUNE

SOCIAL CLUB

Friday 22nd March

Function Room Available for Hire Up to 130 covers

THOMAS MARX

Southey Green Road, Shefﬁeld, S5 7QQ

TEL: 0114 2325768 / 0114 2311101

All day every day!

MONDAY - FRIDAY ON SELECTED MEALS

BIG DEAL, SMALL PRICE!

SOUTHEY

Fully Air-Conditioned Concert Room & Lounge

BEERS from £1.80 per pint LAGERS from £2.00 per pint

2 FOR £10

FREE FUNCTION ROOM FOR HIRE

0114 2457 806

FREE SNOOKER Every Tuesday (7:30pm - 10:30pm) FREE POOL

Every Monday (7:30pm - 10:30pm)

197 Mansfield Road, Sheffield S12 2AL - 0114 239 8681

EVERY WEDNESDAY - SENIOR CITIZENS TEA PARTY 12 NOON

45 Hatfield House Lane, Sheffield S5 6HU

GEOFF SOMERS

EXCEPT MONDAY & WEDNESDAY - 9:15pm Start

5 Number Bingo, Spin The Wheel

SHEFFIELD LANE WMC

Saturday 23rd March

Sunday 24th March

PLUS BINGO

PLUS PLAY YOUR CARDS RIGHT, MUSIC QUIZ & BINGO

SOULFUL FRIDAY

DJ MECHANIC PLAYING SOUNDS OF SOUL & MOTOWN PLUS YOUR REQUESTS

SOUNDS OF THE 80’S & BEYOND

GRAHAM’S FAMILY FUN NIGHT

SUNDAY 24TH MARCH SUE & PAUL’S ENTERTAINMENT NIGHT

Friday 22nd March (8PM - MIDNIGHT)

AK47

FRIDAY 22ND MARCH

SUE & PAUL’S KARAOKE

Bassett The

OPEN THE BOX Sunday

SING-A-LONG WITH BRIAN & FRIENDS (& BINGO)

PENSIONERS’ SPECIAL

FREE POOL!

EVERY MONDAY NIGHT FROM 6PM - 10PM

If you would like to get involved, ask for details at the bar.

BOOK NOW FOR EASTER

11AM - 5PM

Except Wednesday & Sunday

ALL DAY BREAKFAST NOW SERVED 11AM - 5PM FOOD SERVED 11AM - 5PM

TO THE MAX

JONATHAN BENNETT

Sunday 24th March

Saturday 23rd March

Tuesday 26th March

Sunday 24th March

BOUNDARY ACADEMY

Monday 25th March

Mar23rd- LUCY ANN CARNELL E IV L TERTAINMENT

STORM

STAR DIZ

Friday 29th March

SLING BACK MONDAY AFTERNOONS

Sequence & Modern Dancing

WEDNESDAYS from 8pm Start

TEATIME ENTERTAINMENT IN THE LOUNGE (5PM - 7PM) PLUS BINGO & SUPER FIVE

FOXY FT. LORRAINE CROSBY JIMMY ECHO

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

FULLY AIR-CONDITIONED

FREE WI-FI

We Cater For Up To 100 People For Private Parties, Christenings & Wakes etc

FUNCTION ROOM WITH PRIVATE BAR FOR HIRE

READY STEADY SHOW

Ask one of the team for details.

JORDANTHORPE PARKWAY, S8 8BU

EVERY SATURDAY

Mar 30th-

PAUL BARRIE

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

£2.80

All are welcome in the Concert Room Sequence & Modern Dancing

A PINT

BINGO EVERY NIGHT WE ARE HOLDING OUR BEER PRICES CHILDREN ARE WELCOME IN THE CONCERT ROOM ON SUN LUNCH TIMES & TUE NIGHTS

SUNDAY 31ST MARCH JOIN US THIS BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND!

£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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WWW.BOUNDARYACADEMY.CO.UK / EMAIL BOUNDARYACADEMY@TALKTALK.NET

TEL: 07957 975032

FIND US ON FACEBOOK SEARCH FOR BOUNDARY ACADEMY

Doncaster Venue Listings

Tel: 0114 285 1118 - www.bradfieldbrewery.co.uk E5

ARMTHORPE CORONATION CLUB Tranmoor Lane, Armthorpe, Doncaster Tel: 01302 831393

CARCROFT VILLAGE WMC

CHESTNUT AVENUE, CARCROFT, DN6 8AG. TEL: (01302) 722520 Friday 22nd March

Saturday 30th March

RADIOACTIVE

TOP MALE VOCAL ENTERTAINER

YOUNG MALE 5 PIECE LIVE BAND

Sunday 24th March

Saturday 23rd March

SHARON LEWIS BAND

Sunday 31st March

POCKET ROCKET

Saturday 23rd March

KIM B

A FEW GOOD MEN

SUPERB MODERN GIRL FRONTED BAND Sunday 24th March

Saturday 30th March

COMPLETE MADNESS

WILSON ELLIS & CO Sunday 31st March

Tuesday 2nd April

JON ALEX

SUPERB MADNESS/SKA BAND Tuesday 26th March

KEYBOARD/GUITAR VOCAL ENTERTAINER

MALE VOCAL ENTERTAINER Friday 29th March

FEMALE VOCAL ENTERTAINER

Friday 5th April

LIZA L’AMOUR

PAUL GRAHAM

STARDIZ

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

Saturday 6th April

J.J. BENJAMIN

SOUNDCRAFT

MALE VOCAL ENTERTAINER

DONCASTER TRADES

WHEATLEY W.M.C

Morley Road, Doncaster DN1 2TN Tel: 01302 360984 ENTERTAINMENT

South Mall, Frenchgate Centre, Doncaster Friday 22nd March - 1pm Start

SAT 23RD MARCH - GREAT 60’S BAND

LEE DAVIS

SHARP BEATS

THE REGENT

COUNTRY & WESTERN

SUN 24TH MARCH - TOP FEMALE VOCALIST

Hotel & Restaurant

Saturday 23rd March

PHIL LAWERENCE MALE VOCALIST

Tuesday 26th March - 2pm Start

MARK TURVER MALE VOCALIST

THURSDAY 28TH MARCH - TRIBUTE NIGHT

QUEEN

TUES 26TH MARCH

COUNTRY NIGHT! TOP COUNTRY ACT

THURSDAY 28TH MARCH

THURSDAYS

ACOUSTIC ANGELS

PHIL STEEL

FUN QUIZ NIGHT

8 PINTS TO THE WINNING TEAM, FREE NIBBLES AT THE BAR & FREE RAFFLE - 9PM START

FIRST FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH NORTHERN SOUL & MOTOWN NIGHT

£5 ON THE DOOR

www.doncastertrades.co.uk

GLISTEN

Making every occasion a Special occasion

4 PIECE BAND & 2 DANCERS TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM THE TRADES

Tel: 01302 326313

TYTANIA

Regent Square, Doncaster, DN1 2DS Tel: 01302 364180

www.theregenthotel.co.uk

WITH SNOWY AND CO GREAT SOUL NIGHT 12:30 BAR

FIND US ON FACEBOOK ALL SKY SPORTS SHOWN

FREE POOL ALL DAY EVERY DAY

FUNCTION ROOM FREE HIRE • NOW ACCEPTING MEMBERS

ROSTHOLME BARNBY DUN SOCIAL CLUB SOCIAL CLUB

WOODFIELD SOCIAL CLUB

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

128 Askern Rd, Bentley Tel: 01302 873201

EVERY WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY

COUNTRY NIGHT & BINGO Wednesday 20th March

NATALIE DIAMOND Friday 22nd March

BINGO BONUS NIGHT EVERY WEDNESDAY! Wednesday 20th March

WAYNE SAMUELS SUPERB MALE VOCALIST Saturday 23rd March

PAUL HILL

CAROLANNE B TOP COUNTRY DUO

Wednesday 27th March

BARBARA DEAN

HEIDI MILLS YOUNG FEMALE VOCALIST

Friday 29th March

DAVE WESTON EVERY TUESDAY (VIEWING FROM 3:30PM)

AUCTION - 6:30PM EVERY THURSDAY

SEQUENCE DANCING TO A LIVE BAND

POPAGANDA TOP ROCK TRIO Fri 25th May

DIO LAVocal DIVA 01302 936 Top female882 Duo

Off High Street, Barnby Dun,Doncaster DN3 1DS

Saturday 23rd March

ROBIN GOOD MULTI INSTRUMENTAL ENTERTAINER

EVERY MONDAY Quiz Night & Play Your Cards Right EVERY TUESDAY Ladies Night Chair Dancing/ Burlesque

Sunday 24th March

EVERY WEDNESDAY Poker Night - Members Only

MALE VOCAL ENTERTAINER

EVERY FRIDAY & SUNDAY Bingo & Play Your Cards Right

RICHARD YORK Every Wednesday:

LAST SATURDAY IN EVERY MONTH Karaoke

With The Dalton Johns Band & Guests

www.woodfieldclub.co.uk

Don’t forget our £1 draw on Sunday Nights

COUNTRY & WESTERN Every Monday: BINGO

Membership Available Anytime

Doncaster Venue Listings

Sponsored by

BRADFIELD BREWERY

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SCAWTHORPE SOCIAL CLUB Eskdale Drive, Doncaster, DN5 9NT Tel: 01302 562 723

FRIDAY 29TH MARCH

FRIDAY 22ND MARCH

KENNY LYNNE’S SOMETHING OLD

JOY RIDE BOY/GIRL DUO

BAND OF BROTHERS

LIVE POP MUSIC BAND

4 PIECE MALE BAND

SUNDAY 24TH MARCH

SUNDAY 31ST MARCH

20TH CENTURY ROCKS

WESTSIDE

MALE TRIO FROM THE NORTH EAST

COMEDY DUO

SOCIAL CLUB

EDENTHORPE PARK SOCIAL CLUB

Live Entertainment

Oﬀ Eden Grove Road, Edenthorpe, Doncaster, DN3 2LS

Every Fri, Sat & Sun

Friday 22nd March

RICHARD PADLEY STARDIZ

MONDAY - DARTS & DOMINOE LEAGUE TUESDAY - LADIES SECTION BINGO NIGHT WEDNESDAYS - DARTS COMPETITION THURSDAY QUIZ NIGHT

SKY SPORTS IN THE BAR

Parties • Weddings • Funerals etc Up to 180 people

TEL: 01302 845 637

200 Station Rd, Dunscroft, Doncaster DN7 4JR

ROOM AVAILABLE FOR HIRE (20 - 30) (Christenings, Birthday etc)

BENTLEY WEST END SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB

Cusworth Road, Doncaster DN5 9RF Tel: 01302 876340

Sat 23rd March

STONE IDOLS

Sun 24th March

THE

HUNTER BAND

Sat 30th March

TRIPLE X

Sun 31st March

POPULAR CLASSIC ROCK BAND

GREAT ENTERTAINMENT

TOPGUN ROCK BAND

RYAN JAMES

Young Guitar Vocal Entertainer

Saturday 13th April

ELISHA JAMES

Female Vocal Entertainer

1ST & 3RD TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH

50’S ROCK & ROLL TO LIVE BANDS Parklands Sports & Social Club Wheatley Hall Road, Doncaster, DN2 4LT Tel & Fax: 01302 349881/344825 www.parklandsclub.co.uk

ENJOY A NIGHT AT THE RACES..

COMPLETE PROFESSIONAL RACE NIGHT SERVICE TEL: 01302 884725 / 844532 MOB: 07890 308053

SUNDAY - BINGO, TOTE & MONEY DRAW

TUESDAY NIGHT BINGO

Saturday 6th April

Saturday 30th March

Top Entertainment

FUNCTION ROOMS AVAILABLE FOR HIRE

SHANE EASTMAN

Personality Vocal Entertainer

...ON THE BIG SCREEN

PARTY JOE

Saturday 23rd March

ALL SPORTS TV

Saturday 30th March

01302 882033

Find us on Facebook under “Waggies”

JACKIE MARIE

LUCIE JACKSON

Strong Female Vocal Entertainer

SATURDAY 30TH MARCH

DEBBIE & THE WILDHEARTS

Sunday 24th March

Saturday 23rd March

MALE DUO

SATURDAY 23RD MARCH

DUNSCROFT

IN OUR LUXURY LOUNGE

MONDAY QUIZ NIGHT 9.00 PM FREE ENTRY PRIZE: A GALLON OF BEER

WEDNESDAY

BINGO NIGHT FIRST HOUSE 8.50 PM THURSDAY POKER NIGHT CASH PRIZES ON THE NIGHT 8.00 PM FRIDAY BINGO NIGHT FIRST HOUSE 9.00 PM TOTE DOUBLE DRAW DRAWN 10.00 PM

RACE NIGHTS The fun way to fundraise

Professional Race Night Services

01977 611685 or 07718 875310

DONCASTER CINEMA SERVICES

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TOPGUN

SUN 31ST MARCH BENTLEY WEST END SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB

Doncaster & Rotherham Club Listings

Tel: 0114 285 1118 - www.bradfieldbrewery.co.uk E7 BRINSWORTH

SOCIAL 01709 364435

Brinsworth Lane

The Dusty Miller

ALBION ROAD

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

29 Albion Road - Rotherham Centre Tel: 01709 512545

Tel: 01246 810 507

Top Weekend Entertainment

Wednesday 20th March - 9PM

COYOTE

RnR Band Saturday 23rd March - 9:30PM

HEART BEATS

Friday 22nd March

SATURDAY 23RD MAR

LISA KELSEY & THE SOULMAN

Saturday 23rd March

Traditional Home Cooked Food

PERSONAL FX Sunday 24th March

K-DEE

Tuesday 26th March

SUNDAY 24TH MAR

JIMMY ECHO

STONE IDOLS

TO ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS PLEASE GET IN TOUCH TEL: 0114 276 3701 INFO@MERCURYNEWSPAPER.CO.UK WWW.MERCURYNEWSPAPER.CO.UK

NEWBOLD WMC

MONDAY & FRIDAY

BINGO

Thirlmere Road, Newbold, Chesterﬁeld, S41 8EJ

THURSDAY

Excellent live shows!

OPEN ALL DAY SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS

JUST A GIRL Saturday 23rd March CASSIE KENNEDY

OLD TIME & MODERN DANCING

Friday 22nd March

THIS SUNDAY 24th March

LIVE SKY SPORTS NEW MEMBERS WELCOME

DANNY HERROD

GREASBROUGH

WMC Church Street, Greasbrough, Rotherham

MONDAY 25th March

RACHEL RAYNOR

01709 551117

CHILDREN ALLOWED ON WEDNESDAYS BUT NO CHILDREN ALLOWED ON SATURDAYS

Saturday 23rd March

STEVE LEE SOLUTIONS Sunday 24th March STEVIE STEPHENSON Wednesday 27th March EAGLE-ISH

RICHIE PADLEY

RAWMARSH TRADES & LABOUR CLUB Whiteley Avenue, Monkwood Estate, Rawmarsh, Rotherham, S62 7QS Tel: 01709 522825

Saturday 23rd March

HUNTER BAND Sunday 24th March

LEANNE

Saturday 30th March

ONE MISSION EVERY WEDNESDAY AUCTION NIGHT

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

SATURDAY 23RD MARCH

DESIGNER

MALE / FEMALE INSTRUMENTAL DUO

SATURDAY 30th MARCH

KARAOKE GREAT NIGHT

LIVE COUNTRY MUSIC EVERY THURSDAY NOW EVERY WEEK! ENTERTAINMENT EVERY SUNDAY 4 - 8PM

AIR CONDITIONING

+ At The Races

Live 60’S Band Wednesday 27th March - 9PM

THE 60’S MAN

Saturday 30th March - 9:30PM

PISTON BROKE Classic Rock Band Sunday 31st March

ACOUSTIC ANGELS

Tickets are £5pp in advance, £6pp on the door or £20pp with a 3 course carvery (including the show).

Monday 1st April

GONZO

Indie Rock Band DUSTY CARVERY & BAR MEALS SERVED ALL DAY

Dusty Main Meal Carvery From £5.95 or 2 Courses From £6.95 12 -- 8.30pm Mon to Fri and Sat 12 noon - 5pm Sat Evening Carvery and Bar Meals 5pm -- 9pm from £7.95 Sun Carvery and Bar Meals 12 noon - 7.30pm from £7.95

FINE CASK ALES NOW BEING SERVED

Friday 29th March

SLITHER

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

RENISHAW M.W.

We Show

Sunday 24th March

FLASH BACK

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

SAT 23RD MAR SUN 24TH MAR

OLIVER PAGE TRAV RODGERS

FUNCTION ROOM AVAILABLE

EAST DENE SOCIAL CLUB LTD

DONCASTER RD, ROTHERHAM TEL: 01709 363323 THURSDAY 21ST MARCH

FUNCTION ROOM AVAILABLE

LEWIS MATTHEWS TOP MALE VOCALIST

SATURDAY 23RD MARCH

SHINE

TOP 4 PIECE GROUP

SUNDAY 24TH MARCH

RELENTLESS TOP 4 PIECE GROUP

MONDAY & WEDNESDAY

BINGO

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CLUB CHESTERFIELD Chester Street, Chesterfield T: 01246 234200

Saturday 23rd March

DAVE LLOYD Sunday 24th March

JOHNNY WOOD Tuesday Night Auction - 7pm - Finish Bingo Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday

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

THE RED LION Real Ale & Mild Beer

Sheffield Road, Whittington Moor, Chesterfield - 01246 450 770

Saturday 23rd March

TONY LEWIS Saturday 30th March

QUIZ

RONNIE R

MEMBERS & AFFILIATED MEMBERS ONLY

Sunday 31st March

TUESDAY

SNACK BAR OPEN SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS COACH PARTIES ACCEPTED BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

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Gary & Chatt Welcome you to the

Andy & Rachel Welcome you to

THE MILESTONE Next to the Bus Station at Crystal Peaks Telephone: 0114 321 4346

rvery Daily Ca Monday - Sunday | Noon - 4pm £4.99

FULL MENU ALSO AVAILABLE

Red Lion

plus NEW TAKEAWAY SERVICE and OUR NORMAL MENU

JAM NIGHTS

Sit Back & Enjoy or Come Along and Play Live!!! Instruments provided or bring your own!

EVERY WEDNESDAY

FREE CHIP BUTTIES DURING BREAK

NEW TO THE MILESTONE EVERY SUNDAY FROM 5PM!

CASH PRIZE BINGO! Come and have dinner with us and

GOLDEN JACKPOT NOW £78!

then stay to play!

QUIZ NIGHT EVERY SATURDAY

Free Function Room Available For Hire

with Own Bar, any occassion up to 80 people

Real Ales, Real Food, Real People at The Hillsborough Hotel FOOD DEALS

2 MEALS FOR ONLY £10 MON - SAT 12- 9PM UPCOMING EVENTS SAT 23RD MAR

BAND WITH NO NAME

SAT 30TH MAR - FROM 7PM

THE HILLSBOROUGH & WOOD STREET BREWERY’S FIRST BIRTHDAY PARTY! Free buffet & live music from Refugee - All welcome to come along & join in the celebrations. ACCOMODATION AVAILABLE! (6 EN-SUITE ROOMS) & BREAKFAST SERVED BY PRIOR ARRANGEMENT

ASK ABOUT OUR FUNCTION ROOM!

The Real Ale pub Serving Home Cooked Food

SUNDAY LUNCHES SERVED 12NOON - 3PM OAP & STUDENT SPECIALS

2 FOR £10 OR £6.95 MAINS: ROAST BEEF OR PORK WITH ALL THE TRIMMINGS & FRESH VEGETABLES

DESSERT: WARM CHOCOLATE CAKE WITH ICE CREAM OR HOMEMADE APPLE CRUMBLE

What’s on at

Barry’s Bar

96-98 LONDON ROAD, SHEFFIELD, S2 4LR TEL: 0114 2784564

MONDAY POOL COMPETITION TUESDAY MOTOWN NIGHT WITH QUIZ WEDNESDAY POKER NIGHT WITH DOMINOES John Style & Y.T. Presents

THURSDAY LOVERS, R&B & SOUL MUSIC FRIDAY DISCO Mixture of Musical Styles, Various DJs SATURDAY BIG PEOPLE MUSIC & REVIVAL SUNDAY LOVER’S MUSIC & NORTHERN SOUL

BEER OFFERS (SUN - THURS)

STONES £2.10 A PINT

SPIRITS £3 A DOUBLE

SUNDAY 31ST MARCH - FANCY DRESS PARTY

£1 Entry with Free Buffet - All Proceeds to Cavendish Cancer Charity

Ideal for Weddings or any sort of party you’ll be throwing in 2013!

54-58 Langsett Road, Sheffield S6 2UB On Supertram and Bus Routes T. 0114 232 2100 E. info@hillsborough-hotel.co.uk Visit us online at : www.hillsborough-hotel.co.uk

CARLSBERG £2.30 A PINT

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Rotherham

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£5

Of Mecca Vouchers

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COLLEY WMC

2 MARGETSON ROAD • PARSON CROSS • S5

GRAND CHARITY NIGHT

WEDNESDAY 27TH MARCH

The Travellers Rest Brookhouse Laughton, SHEFFIELD S25 1YA • Telephone 01909 562 661

Easter Monday - 2pm

ANNUAL DUCK RACE

Kids Games & Activities Hot Snacks

In Aid of Local Cricket Club Wednesday

STEAK NIGHT 2 Rump Steak for £10 inc. Wine FISH & CHIP Night

Mouthwatering Home-Cooked Dishes

Sunday Lunch

Home Cooked with Local Produce

PICTURE THIS LAUGHING LEGENDS & NOW Male Duo

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HAMMERFEST 2013

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City centre based music festivals are all about one thing...joining forces and getting anybody who enjoys live music on board for a week of audible delights. Live at Leeds is exactly that. Similar to Shefﬁeld’s Tramlines, The Camden Crawl or Manchester’s Parklife, Live At Leeds has a massive line-up of bands and acts itching to get themselves out into the public eye…and quite frankly, we can’t wait to see them either. Bring it on… With their main aim being to “celebrate the best in upcoming local bands alongside more established national acts,” Live At Leeds not only is platform for the very best this country has to offer, but also exposes musicians who may not normally have to opportunity to play to such eager and vast crowds. So, to theheadliners…One of the biggest names to spring out o the dance movement within 2013, Alunageorge is set to grace Live At Leeds with her own unique take on current chart music. Indie rockers The Pigeon Detectives have built up the ranks to become of the most celebrated alternative groups in the UK alongside Everything Everything, easily the most talked about groups within the music industry at the moment. Having recently been announced to grace Live At Leeds bank holiday celebrations, The Walkmen. With their alternative rock anthem “The Rat” an essential play within trendy hangouts, clubs and bars, these US rockers are all about bringing the atmosphere within every live show they perform. Darwin Deez, New York’s soul man and NE’s coolest dude will also perform alongside Little Comets and chart topping DJ’s Rudimental. So, for the weekend rundown…Friday 3rd May will see a free seminar held by The Unconference at Leeds College Of Music, ran by industry professionals and a fantastic insight into entering the industry side of the music world. Saturday 4th May, the main event will require a wrist band priced £22.50 and is held across 12 stages throughout Leeds City centre. With hundreds of bands eager to perform, we guarantee this will be one of the best Saturday’s you’ve had for a hell of a long time. Sunday 5th May will see the Vaccines perform at Millennium Square although this a separate event therefore a £25 additional ticket purchase will be needed in order to gain access to this show. Finally, Monday 6th May is Live At Leeds annual football tournament at Foals Soccer Centre, Kirkstall Road. Get involved! Check out www.liveatleeds.com for more info.

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Hammerfest 2013...what a weekend. An almighty salute to head banging, mosh pitting metal supporters, the annual metal mecca is all about dedicating a solid four days to sinking your teeth into the very best of what the genre has to offer. Held at Pwllheli based Haven holiday park Hafan y Mor, the festival has outgrown its original setup of Prestatyn, Wales, however with heaps loads more room and an ear splitting line-up to accompany, we can’t quite think of a better way to kick off the jam packed festival season of 2013. Having been announced to headline the festival over six months ago, Hatebreed, the Godfathers of hardcore were always going to split opinion within the Hammerfest masses. However with energy, charisma whilst seizing the reins and one hell of a set of lungs on him, lead vocalist Jamey Jasta made like any seasoned professional would to mould the audience into a diehard Hatebreed massive. Although their set was cut short having been stranded at Heathrow airport, their half hour performance time transported us all into the twisted world of one of the heaviest hardcore packs the world has to offer. Friday 15th also saw Evil Scarecrow seize the second stage on ﬁrst day processions to an absolutely sold-out audience. Unlike your standard on-stage outﬁt (jeans, t-shirt, trendy jacket if we’re lucky) Evil Scarecrow instead prefer to dress up as monks, bishops, axe men and…you guessed it, Scarecrows to tantalise their crowds. Their own unique performance of “Heads, shoulders, knees and toes” may have been slightly unorthodox, however coming from a group who won’t be seen without various spikes and swords on their person, we’ll call this relatively normal. Saturday 16th saw Swedish doom metal band Candlemass headline the last day of Hammerfest, a group who are no strangers to the very epicentre of brutal rock. Having performed throughout the world to some of the most infamous stages on the planet, Candlemass brought with them destruction as they pulled down processions with their high voltage on stage personas and massively epic sound. Surrounded by beautiful scenery and housed within the foot hold of Snowdonia, Hammerfest 2013 is as iconic in its situation as it is with its famous line-up. Whether a true metal head or simply along for the ride, we recommend this festival to anybody who enjoys alternative rock combined with beautiful setups. Tickets are now on sale for Hammerfest 2014, Book Of The Dead at www.hammefest.co.uk . Check out the website for further pictures, interviews and exclusives from this years festival.

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I never thought it would happen but I’ve actually run out of things to talk about. I’ve bitched about every pointless zelebrity under the sun and the fact is that they’re not making vacuous fame-starved reality show rejects like they used to (although I hear the cast of Hollyoaks is about to get a load of fresh meat so it’s not all doom and gloom on that front). Frankly, I’m short of inspiration and my enthusiasm is somewhat flaccid. Sure, I could do what I do every other week, grab my column and start pounding away until something exciting happens. I could even look at some naughty websites to get my juices flowing… but I just don’t feel like looking at Heat Magazine or Perez Hilton’s latest gossip snooze-fest about who’s wearing what shoes… Sure, I could talk about Katie Price – but slagging her off is like shooting fish in a barrel (the IQ’s about the same), but Jordan’s been done endlessly and everyone’s sick of hearing about her. Mind you, the rest of the newspapers are in the same boat. Now Bieber has fu… left the UK, the papers are starved of stories to the point they’re resorting to headlines of Kate Middleton with her heel trapped down a grate. Now, I know you’ll join with me to say that’s truly riveting stuff and we all want to read about that on the front page. Of every newspaper. For two days! But, like my column when TV gold, Splash returns next year, it’s all got a bit harder this week as the Government finally decided on the format of the Hacked Off proposal which, in a bizarre sort of u-turn, now creates an independent body which will oversee the media to ensure it doesn’t breach any policies in terms of acceptable guidelines (as set out by the Government). It’s supposedly about protecting the public interest, but we know that’s just Nu Coalition butt-speak for “we couldn’t get away with binding the

media so it only prints what we want it to, so we’ll fool you into thinking we’ve abandoned that idea and now we’ve got an organisation (we secretly control) which will diplomatically ensure the media only says what we want”. This means that while it’s not apparent – yet – the Government will be able to get away with murder and there’s nothing anyone will be able to do about it. In fact, we won’t even hear about most of their more unsavoury goings-on except through smoke and whispers on rebel underground Internet channels (the joy of conspiracy theorists everywhere!). The truth of what’s going on in the UK will be hidden and while this won’t happen right away, you can be sure it’s only a matter of time. Cameron might want to install himself as the Ultimate Ruler of the Universe, but while he sees himself as Overlord Supreme, he’s really more Chicken Supreme (and even that contains 70% horse meat). Up until recently, it’s always been the Government’s policy to make a huge fuss over some hugely popular policy change, while secretly slipping something undesirable through at the same time which is lost in the furore. Now they won’t need to be as sneaky. Simply bind the media with a restraining gag, and you can even spank them with a table tennis bat at the same time. Democracy my butt cheeks! Sadly, I won’t be able to say anything like that in the coming weeks once this new body passes. In fact, I probably won’t be able to say half the things I say as they’re contrary to the Government’s new media laws (which they’ll continue to update in secret and as it’s all bound to this new organisation, the media won’t be able to report on it). Can you see where this is headed? Like Jordan’s lady parts, it’s not a good place to find yourself without backup (or at least a very large plank)… On reflection, I haven’t been bound in this much red tape since I went to a really strange house party in the 90s that had a huge bowl of hamsters in the hallway. You know you’re going to have an odd night when instead of running water, the bathroom taps dispense an endless flow of lubricating jelly. But that’s a story for another time…

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This week I have been experimenting with Marukyu krill products; if you haven’t yet seen one of the worst kept angling secrets (where have you been?) then you really should look into it..... Krill is a small marine organism which varies in size from 2mm to 6cm and forms the building block on which is based much of the food chain within our oceans; it is harvested in huge numbers under sustainable quotas and can be used as foodstuff for humans too; believe it or not, individual krill can live for up to six years! Properly processed, krill offers a wealth of possibilities in angling; as a liquid, it can be added to casters, corn, pellets or used to mix ground baits, but it’s as a powder it really comes into its own as an additive! I’ve added it to corn with limited success, but over maggots, it’s deadly! If you add a couple of teaspoons to a pint of maggots, then freeze them, the powder is absorbed by the maggots as they cool and then thaw offering oodles of extra attraction! On a method feeder in cold temperatures, I think it’s without equal...... I’ve also used krill powder with Pepperami sausage in pva mesh; usually, the oils in Pepperami make it messy to get out of a Korda Krusher, or affect the pva in addition to sticking to your hands, so a dollop of krill powder coats the meat, allows it to be used without mess and helps form a tasty mouthful on the lake bed which constantly leaks krill bits.....easy! What about boilies? Glug your boilies in krill liquid, then leave until sticky before dunking in krill powder and air drying for 24-48 hours until hard. The krill powder then forms a layer and you are left with a ‘bon-bon’ effect of a fluffy outer coating, a sticky layer of krill liquid and then the boilie itself; how can any fish resist? In ground baits or stick mixes, both the liquid and the powder offer unrivalled pulling power; add a splash of liquid to the water you are going to mix your bait with, stir into to give krill flavoured water and add to your groundbait to ensure perfect distribution. A sprinkling of krill powder into the dry mix beforehand will give an even bigger boost and if you watch fish over the bait, they really get into it! In truth, like any additive, the only limit is your

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MILLERS HAVE A MARE AT CHELTENHAM The Millers were defeated 3-0 by fellow promotion hopefuls Cheltenham Town in difficult conditions at Whaddon Road. Steve Evans made one change to the team that managed a 2-2 draw at Wycombe Wanderers in midweek, with Craig Morgan returning to the heart of the defence to make his first appearance since the two sides met at New York Stadium in November. Morgan’s inclusion meant Dale Tonge assumed a place on the bench, leaving captain Johnny Mullins to fill the void at right back. Meanwhile, Cheltenham boss Mark Yates honoured the gentleman’s agreement between the two managers by leaving former Millers midfielder Jason Taylor out of the squad, following his move to Whaddon Road in January. The hosts almost made an ideal start to the game when Sam Deering found himself in behind the Millers’ defence inside the first minute, only to be denied a good chance of the opener by an excellent saving challenge by Mullins. Yates’ side threatened again when McGlashan raced onto a Michael Hector through ball only to see his centre turned behind by Claude Davis with Paul Benson lurking in the area. The Millers first real chance arrived on 13 minutes when Lee Frecklington unleashed a fierce effort from 30 yards, which looked destined for the top corner before the intervention of Scott Brown who tipped the ball over the crossbar. The Robins came within inches of taking the lead after McGlashan’s run and pass found an unmarked Pack on the edge of the area, whose effort cannoned back off Andy Warrington’s post an away from danger. The hosts continued to apply the pressure and almost opened the scoring when a hopeful long ball drew Warrington from his area, before Benson collected

the goalkeeper’s weak clearance and lobbed an effort goalwards that crept just wide of the post. However, the deadlock was broken in spectacular fashion when Kaid Mohamed’s cross from the left found McGlashan unmarked at the back post, who lashed his powerful volley into the far corner of Warrington’s goal to give Cheltenham the lead. Yates’ side persisted to threaten from the flanks and almost doubled their advantage when Benson flung his body at a Billy Jones cross, only to see the ball evade his outstretched leg in the six yard box. The Robins did get a second moments later from that same left-side and it was the influential Mohamed who again provided the assist. The pacey winger reached the byline before his cut back was casually stroked into the bottom corner from the edge of the area by Marlon Pack. Sido Jombati had an excellent chance to extend the hosts’ lead immediately after the break with a Cheltenham corner eventually falling for the fullback who skewed his effort well over the crossbar from ten yards. Millers boss Evans introduced Daniel Kearns at half-time in place of David Noble in an attempt to add some flair to the attack and the winger almost made an instant impact, just missing out on making contact on a teasing Ben Pringle cross at the back post as the visitors surged forward. The Millers continued to press but were denied any notable chances by a resilient Robins’ back line. A speculative Frecklington half-volley from 25 yards served as one of their best opportunities of the game, but the midfielder failed to trouble Brown in the Cheltenham goal. Cheltenham substitute Byron Harrison would’ve got his name on the scoresheet minutes after his introduction had he not be denied by a superb save from Warrington, whose point blank save temporarily averted the danger for the visitors. However, the resulting corner caused problems in the Millers defence allowing Elliott to smash home from close range, adding the gloss to the scoreline on 84 minutes. The Millers were defiant despite the deficit and continued to search for a goal, coming close through Nardiello following a driving run and shot, which was well saved by Brown at his near post three minutes from time.

ROVERS CANT GET UP POMPEY A fine but cloudy afternoon welcomed Portsmouth to the Keepmoat Stadium. A win for the Rovers would consolidate their position at the top of the table but Portsmouth desperately need points to have a chance of avoiding relegation. Gary Woods resumed in goal for the Rovers, with Neil Sullivan on the bench. The Rovers defended the South Stand end in the first half. The Rovers won a free kick on their right in the second minute from which Brown headed wide. But apart from the Rovers winning a corner after five minutes the first twenty minutes were spent in midfield in a fairly even contest. In the 20th minute the Rovers were awarded a free kick on their left for a foul on Spurr. Cotterill placed the ball to the far post where Jones headed wide. Then, at the other end Portsmouth won a corner but this was cleared. In the 26th minute, Cotterill crossed left footed from the right, with the ball going across the face of goal but Paynter just failed to get to it. Two minutes later and Coppinger put Paynter through on goal but his shot hit the oncoming keeper and bounced clear. Straight away the Rovers came again through the middle before passing out to husband on the left. Cutting in he hit a twenty-yarder wide of the far post. Pompey were still active in midfield and on the half hour they attacked down their left and won a corner but they made a mess of what was probably a training routine and the Rovers cleared. Then Butler, with a free kick on the Pompey right, overhit the ball and it went out at the far post. In the 37th minute, a good move down the Rovers right let Cotterill cross low to the near post where BROWN stabbed in. Having established a lead the Rovers took command to the break without any further incident of note.The Rovers got the second half underway and attacked but were held. Four minutes in and a corner to the visitors was caught by Woods and cleared. In the 55th minute Walker, for Pompey, tried to catch

Woods out by trying his luck from 45 yards but he was well wide of the mark. A couple of minutes later and a corner to Pompey came to nothing. On the hour, husband worked hard to win the ball on the halfway line and having done so set off down the left flank and won a corner. Then, a long throw by Spurr, from the Rovers left, into the Pompey penalty area, was headed on by Jones before coming out to Cotterill. He drilled in a good shot from 20yards that Eastwood could only beat away and Jones, following up, kneed it over the bar. In the 66th minute, Connolly, for Portsmouth, fired high over the bar with a free kick from 25yards. Minutes later Racon fired in a cracker from distance that Woods collected at the second attempt. Then, in the 75th minute, what had been threatening for ten minutes happened. The Rovers didn’t clear their lines and Agyemang, on the Portsmouth right, crossed low to the middle for WALLACE to fire in from close range. Minutes later and Wallace cut in from the right but fired wide of the near post. Then Connolly put wide from 25yards. As time ran down the Rovers got back into the game. A thunderous drive from Furman was pushed round a post by the flying Eastwood and Cotterill, on the Rovers left, shot wide of the far post. The Rovers attacked to the end of four minutes of added time but the referee blew for time with the score at one goal apiece.

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Sheffield United News 2012/13

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United’s string of six clean sheets and seven matches unbeaten was unceremoniously ended at Stevenage on Saturday. A Dani Lopez hat-trick was the catalyst for Stevenage’s win and leaves the Blades without a victory at the Lamex Stadium in three visits. Danny Wilson named an unchanged team for the visit to Stevenage but did recall Porter to the bench at the expense of Ironside. The home side made a concerted effort from the kick-off, backed by their fans, and an early shot from Lopez was deﬂected wide after Robson had been dispossessed. There was a further issue

for the Blades to deal with on ten minutes when Murphy limped off after treatment and was replaced by McFadzean. In the early stages the Blades struggled to find a rhythm and took 18 minutes to register a chance, McDonald well off target with a first time effort after Kitson laid off Flynn’s cross. McDonald, however, did better in his provider capacity soon after, threading a pass to put Flynn in the clear but the winger’s shot was turned around the post by goalkeeper Arnold. A couple more opportunities fell to United in the following minutes around the half hour mark, but Robson’s header from McMahon’s cross was at Arnold and Kitson’s first touch let him down when Doyle found him with a forward pass. Stevenage also had chances. Long saved from Grant, unknowing the striker was offside and Haber was slipping as he attempted to turn home a Akins cross. The home side, however, did snatch the lead as half-time approached. LOPEZ managed to get through Collins on the right before poking beyond Long at the near post. It could have been even worse for United as there was still time for another effort. Buoyed by his goal, Lopez tried his luck from 25 yards and his shot was dipping in before Long used all his inches to tip over

the crossbar. United made a second change at the break, Forte taking over from Flynn, whilst a run from McFadzean livened the Blades fans and put the home side under pressure - it proved to be a false dawn as Stevenage doubled their lead on 50 minutes. A half-cleared corner was chipped back into the penalty area by Mahon and as the visiting players looked towards the linesman, LOPEZ stole in and beat Long with a controlled volley. Robson, now operating from the right, almost got on the end of a Forte poke forward and from the resulting corner, Arnold touched over a Maguire header. The Blades went closer still on 53 minutes from a McMahon cross but McFadzean’s looping header hit the underside of the crossbar and a defender on the line before being cleared. Lopez had a hat-trick chance, which ﬂew wide before he completed his treble on 64 minutes. There was a spell of unpleasantness with the referee speaking to both captains before Stevenage turned defence into attack, the ball being shifted to the right for LOPEZ to smash home his third from the edge of the box. It got worse for the Blades as Stevenage quickly added a fourth. This time AKINS was allowed space to cut in from the right

and although Long got a hand to the shot, the goalkeeper was unable to stop the ball trickling into the corner of the net. Robson was booked for lunging in on Dunne as the Blades looked frustrated late on. Long was forced to save from Grant and to prove it was not United’s day, a two-on-one situation failed to bring a consolation, Arnold saving from Kitson after Forte laid off. Referee Russell waved away United’s penalty appeals when McFadzean went down under a Comminges challenge which summed up the visiting side’s luck and the three minutes of added time was not going to crucial as the Stevenage victory was already sewn up.

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Danny Wilson says he is focusing on getting a positive response from his players after Saturday’s disappointing 4-0 defeat at Stevenage. Speaking of the Blades performance, the Gaffer gave an open and honest account of his team’s shortcomings and is demanding a radical response when Brentford provide the opposition in front of the Sky cameras next week. United’s surprise reversal at the Lamex saw the Blades drop to third place in League One after the Bees netted a late winner against Preston at Grifﬁn Park. Wilson commented: “We have saved up all our mistakes for one game and defensively we were second best throughout. “All four goals we conceded are very poor from our perspective because we have given the opposition to much time on the ball. “Stevenage will think they thoroughly deserved their four goals and the win but that performance from us wasn’t good enough and mistakes have cost us the game, that is taking nothing away from Stevenage. “These results and performances can happen though, what is important is how we respond, that is what will give us the best tonic. “We have a fantastic game against Brentford at Bramall Lane to prepare for now and we know we must improve drastically. “It is fair to say everyone is annoyed and frustrated at the manner of the defeat, we haven’t been completely outplayed, we have contributed heavily to our own downfall and that is particularly disappointing.”

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Sheffield Wednesday News 2012-13

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Goals either side of half time gave Cardiff victory over Wednesday in a game of few chances at Hillsborough. The Owls matched the league leaders in most areas of the pitch but the Bluebirds had the edge in front goal and that proved the difference. Don Cowie’s opener right on the stroke of half time was a turning point after a first half that saw the two sides largely cancel each other out. Matthew Connolly then put the game to bed with a headed goal just after the hour. It was an important match for both sides, the Owls looking to keep their distance from the drop zone and continue the form that saw them defeat promotion-pushers Leicester last week. Meanwhile, table toppers Cardiff were hoping to further their lead at the summit with a win. The Owls started brightly and Jeremy Helan forced an early save from Cardiff goalkeeper David Marshall. There were few clear cut chances for either side for the majority of the opening 45 minutes but it was the Welsh outfit that broke the deadlock on 45 minutes. A Craig Bellamy corner fell to Cowie, who fired a deflected shot past Chris Kirkland to give the visitors the advantage at the break. With the hour mark approaching, Dave Jones switched to a 4-4-2 formation. Gary Madine replaced Danny Pugh and took up position alongside Leroy Lita in attack. But the change of formation was to no avail as the Bluebirds doubled their advantage on 65 minutes. Peter Whittingham’s free kick found

Connolly unmarked in front of goal and his header left Kirkland with no chance. The Owls almost hit back immediately when Miguel Llera’s goal-bound free kick forced a stunning ﬁngertip save from Marshall. A second free kick from Llera brought another save out of Marshall on 80 minutes and the Spaniard’s set pieces seemed to be Wednesday’s biggest threat as they looked to salvage something from the game. But the Bluebirds’ defence held ﬁrm despite some late pressure and the visitors took all three points back to Cardiff. Owls: Kirkland, Buxton, R Johnson, Gardner, Antonio (Maguire 78), Helan (J Johnson 67), Pugh (Madine 55), Lee, Lita, Prutton, Llera Unused substitutes: Bywater, Taylor, Semedo, McCabe

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Dave Jones says the two Cardiff free kicks that won the visitors the game was the only difference in a tight affair at Hillsborough on Saturday. Goals either side of half time from Don Cowie and Matthew Connolly did the damage as Wednesday slipped to defeat at the hands of the league leaders. But the manager says there was little to separate the sides in the bigger picture. He said: “There was nothing in the game apart from the two set pieces and

that’s what has done us. “Our keeper has barely had a save to make and neither has their keeper but it was that kind of game. “It was bitty, it was scrappy and it you got the feeling that an ugly goal would change the game. “We showed our naivety at times and It is really frustrating because we have come a long way in a short space of time. “We have played ﬁve of the top sides recently and taken six points from 15 and we know it could and should have been more. “But Cardiff are an efﬁcient side, they are not at the top of the table without good reason.” Jones issued an update on Michail Antonio, who was stretchered off towards the end of what proved a bleak afternoon for Wednesdayites. He said: “Michail has popped his groin so we will wait 48 hours for any swelling to go down before we can assess him.

August 13 Oldham 18 Derby 21 Birmingham 25 Millwall

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May 5th - Garden Theme Break @ £255 May 19th & 26th - The Roaring 60s @ £280 June 9th - Agatha Christie Special @ £295 October 6th - Country & Western @ £230 All of the above are 7 day/6 night duration and include coach transport & 1 FREE Coach Excursion

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2013 Trips - Book Now! Day Trips

3rd April - Beamish.................................................................................................... £26 10th April - Day in Durham ....................................................................................... £13 21st April - Chatsworth Spring Plant Fair & Meal .................................................... £35 13th May - Bakewell, Haddon Hall + Meal............................................................... £32

Holidays

12th April - Keukenhof Mini Cruise - 3 Days, North Sea Ferries, DB&B .............. £249 13th April - London Weekend - DBB, Letchworth Hall Hotel .................................. £75 15th April - Ironbridge & the Black Country, 5 Days, DBB, Mercure Telford ....... £324 28th April - A Tale of Three Lakes - Lake Como, DB&B, 10 Days, Grand Hotel Cadenabbia........................................................ £799 4th May - Historic Royal Palaces, 2 Days, DB&B, Letchworth Hall Hotel............ £129 6th May - North Yorkshire Scenic Coast & Countryside, 5 Days, DB&B, Ambassador Hotel ........................................................ £259 12th May - Country House in the Cotswolds - 5 Days, DB&B, Tortworth Court ... £335 26th May - Torquay - 5 Days, DB&B, Palace Hotel ............................................... £225 1st June - Pamper Weekend, 2 Days .......................................................................... £89 2nd June - Gardens of South Wales - 5 Days, DB&B, Cliff Hotel .......................... £319 10th June - Bournemouth & the New Forest, 5 Days .............................................. £299 17th June - Isle of Wight, Bourne Hall Country House, 5 Days, BBEM ................ £359 14th July - St Joann - Austria, 10 Days, BBEM ...................................................... £799 DOOR TO DOOR PICKUPS ON HOLIDAYS 3 DAYS OR MORE