...the perfect gift this Christmas
SANTA’S GROTTO OPENS SATURDAY 29TH NOVEMBER
VISIT OUR CHRISTMAS DEPARTMENT TO DECK THE HALLS FROM ARTIFICAL CHRISTMAS TREES, CANDLE BRIDGES, ANIMATED CHRISTMAS SCENES, AND VARIOUS THEMED DECORATIONS. Real fresh cut Christmas trees and wreaths. Visit our Bluebell Square shopping centre for that perfect Christmas gift. Enjoy a Christmas lunch or festive high tea in the Reeve’s Parlour Restaurant. Why not buy a hamper, bottle of mulled wine or purchase luxury chocolates from the Reeve’s Larder food hall. Giftware, clothing, shoes and poinsettias for that perfect gift this Christmas.
Norwich Road, Bawdeswell, Dereham, Norfolk NR20 4RZ / Tel. 01362 688 387 The Reeve’s
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EVENTS
THE NORWICH CHRISTMAS TREE TRAIL Designed for all the family, 31 real Christmas trees will be located around Norwich city centre. Decorated by local school children and artists, each tree follows a Twelve Days of Christmas theme... Running from 17 NOVEMBER to 30 DECEMBER the Christmas Tree Trail is an excellent way of discovering lots of new places in Norwich, and if you visit just 15 trees and complete a competition entry form you could be in with a chance of winning some great
prizes worth thousands! For your chance to win, collect 15 stamps from different sites and post a completed entry from in any of the boxes located next to the Christmas trees or follow and complete the trail via the free Discover Norwich app
and access additional content. Prizes include a family season ticket to Dinosaur Adventure, champagne afternoon tea for 2, lunch for 2 at the Library Restaurant, M&S food hamper and £100’s worth of gift vouchers. Entries must be received by 30 December.
GET YOUR MAP: Trail maps, with full addresses, are available from the Christmas tree sites, online at
www.norwichristmas.co.uk and in copies of the Norwichristmas magazine available from Norwich City Hosts and Norwich Tourist Information Centre. Alternatively complete and follow the trail via the free Discover Norwich app. December 2014/January 2015 Vanilla
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FASHION Metallic dress
£60 River Island, intu Chapelfield
Limited edition feather hem bodycon dress
£250 Topshop
Sequin tee £34.99 Black satin playsuit
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£34.99 New Look, Castle Mall
Blue ombre sequin dress
£145 House of Fraser, intu Chapelfield
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We are an independent ladies boutique selling designer looks at affordable prices. Pop in and see our two floors of fashion, jewellery and handbags with fabulous gift ideas and gorgeous party and casual wear We look forward to welcoming you soon for a relaxed shopping experience! 10 ROYAL ARCADE, NORWICH 01603 926170 OPEN MONDAY TO SATURDAY 9.30AM - 5.00PM ★ Christmas opening hours: Thursdays til 8pm & Sundays ★ Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for latest news, events and offers
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THE LANES
LIFE IN THE NORWICH L ANES
FANCY A FREE £3 TO SPEND IN THE LANES? The judges of the Great British High Street of the Year Awards were particularly impressed by the Norwich Lanes’ demonstration and innovation of the use of ‘digital tools’. One example was Droplet, a mobile payment solution allowing people to buy goods using their smartphone.
To celebrate the Norwich Lanes’ win and partnership with Droplet, here’s £3 to spend in the Norwich Lanes. Simply visit http:// bit.ly/Lanesdroplet to claim yours…
CLUTTER CITY YULETIDE MARKET Norwich Arts Centre Saturday 6th December
THE NORWICH LANES – A GREAT BRITISH HIGH STREET!
We won! The Norwich Lanes have been crowned the city category of the Great British High Street of the Year Awards, 2014. Growing on Norwich’s position as one of the UK’s top shopping destinations, the Norwich Lanes were praised for their dedication to independent businesses, ‘media savvy’ campaigns, innovative events and strong partnerships with local traders. Join the conversation and share what it is you love about the Norwich Lanes… Twitter: @NorwichLanes Facebook: /NorwichLanes Instagram: @NorwichLanes
A must in the December calendar, Clutter City is back for the winter with a Yuletide Market filled with DIY art, craft stalls, live music and food and drink. With free entry from 11am – 4pm, this is a great day out for families and craft enthusiasts alike. Growing on their reputation as one of the city’s best handmade fairs for creative independent crafters, Clutter City brings the best of local talent to your doorstep with some magical festive additions.
SAY HELLO TO...
Hoskins Hair, now open on Upper St Giles Street. A destination for the creative community, where individualism flourishes and independents thrive, Hoskins fits right in as a concept salon, opened by Jamie Hoskins, an established London stylist. For more info and bookings www.hoskinshair.co.uk
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the arcade in August 2014. Their predominantly ORWICH is a fantastic place to shop – so exclusive range of designer clothing, accessories much so that it’s ranked in the top five UK and handbags is fast growing in popularity. shopping destinations. It offers something Jo Lockwood, who owns the business with her out of the ordinary – something unique; a mix sister Lisa Morgan, says: “We looked at a lot of of glamour, tradition, originality and intriguing sites in Norwich, but we fell in love with this one history; the market, the Lanes, the quaint cobbled on sight. The combination of the heritage, location back streets selling unusual things you won’t find and overall quality of the space was so compelling anywhere else! we knew we had to be here.” A huge part of that glamour and tradition is The Royal Arcade, which sits in the heart of the city and is one of Norwich’s most prized gems. It’s an ERRYS & Grey will soon be celebrating exquisite example of a Victorian arcade – and it its first year in The Royal Arcade. The has been lovingly preserved to reflect the elegant independent outlet, offering niche and shopping of times past; an exciting mix of truly luxury housewares and gifts, is owned by Nicole special shops in a stunning location. Pugh, who has also opened branches in Holt The gorgeous original features of the arcade; and Cornwall. such as the wrought iron and glass lanterns and “It’s all about location, and the arcade is one the Art Nouveau motif tiles – are alone worth a of the best in Norwich in terms of passing trade, visit. The Royal Arcade oozes history, and has the other shops here that complement us, and a timeless quality that most modern shopping generally the type of customer we want to attract,” experiences cannot offer. Nicole says. “There is also a wonderful family Opened in 1899, on the site of the old Angel atmosphere here, it really feels like a community.” inn, the 247-foot-long covered arcade was designed and built by prominent Norwich “It’s all about location, and the architect George Skipper. arcade is one of the best in Norwich” More recently, the arcade’s iconic and Nicole Pugh, Berrys & Grey established shops, such as Langleys toy shop and the Colman’s Mustard Shop and Museum, have been joined by a clutch of Abraxas Jewellers is perhaps one of the longestnew independent shops keen to be part of one established shops in the arcade. “We have been of Norwich’s finest retail and tourist destinations. here 21 years and we are delighted to say we The well-loved and the up-and-coming sit well have become a household name in Norwich,” alongside each other, ensuring that the uniqueness says owner Jenny Maddox. “We chose the arcade of The Royal Arcade experience is preserved. because it is such a beautiful location, which is New kids on the block Aluna J set up shop in ideal for niche shops like us.
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“The arcade is such a beautiful and unique retailing space and we wanted to be part of it. It really is a hidden gem.” Marcia Jeffries, The Tannery
“Everything we sell is exclusive to us – and we source beautiful pieces from very talented designers from the UK and all around the world.” Fine leather goods retailer, The Tannery, has been trading in the arcade since 2010. The success of its Holt shop meant further expansion, and the arcade seemed like the perfect place. “Norwich is such a great city for shopping, so finding a premises here was a natural progression,” says manager Marcia Jeffries. “The arcade is such a beautiful and unique retailing space and we wanted to be part of it. It really is a hidden gem.”
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Win a fabulous Spa Day for 2 AT IMAGINE SPA BLOFIELD HEATH
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E UNDERSTAND that everybody needs to escape every now and again, and we have the perfect competition to give you the chance to do just that! We know the power of an Imagine Spa Gift Voucher on Christmas morning – well who wouldn’t want the gift of time, relaxation and pampering this Christmas? By answering a simple question you could be the lucky winner of a half day spa experience for two people at the stunning Day Spa Retreat just 6 miles east of Norwich. You will enjoy access to the thermal suite, an advanced heating and cooling experience that will help you relax and unwind. Featuring a mineral grotto, aroma steam room, feature shower and ice fountain all situated around the centre piece hydrotherapy bath, it offers the perfect escape. Plus you can both relax with a 30 minute treatment of your choice from the amazing treatment menu. To top it all off, you will both be served afternoon tea!
HOW TO ENTER All you need to do to win this experience is to visit
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THE BOUDOIR SESSIONS A fabulous photoshoot showcasing striking lingerie in a truly unique location in the heart of our city...
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PHOTOGRAPHY JULIA HOLLAND www.boudoirportrait.co.uk STYLING: CLARE / PROUDLOCK AND HARRY MAKE-UP: EMILY TURNBULL / LOVEMOI HAIR: TRACEY WARD-GOLDEN MODELS: LAURA HOLLAND & AMY HARGREAVES
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left: Maison Close black/white body £100, Cat Ears £24 right: Lascivious Lucy Bra £155 Suspender £88 , Brief £86
Fred and Ginger red silk robe £300 Stockings from £10
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WIN!
Win a family ticket to see The Borrowers
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HE MADDERMARKET THEATRE has a wonderful reputation for offering high quality original family entertainment and this Christmas, we are proud to be the first company in the East of England to present The Borrowers. An adventurous, heart-warming story for children aged 6+ and their 'human beings', it is the story of the tiny Clock family, who live beneath the floorboards of a large Victorian house and "borrow" from the big people above to survive. But danger lurks above our tiny family when the human boy staying in the house discovers their presence and their lives change forever.
The Borrowers was a popular BBC series in
the early 90's and in 2011 a BBC Production starring Stephen Fry, Victoria Wood and Christopher Eccleston was equally successful. The production at The Maddermarket Theatre is running from 19 December to 3 January, with 2.30pm, 4.00pm and 7.30pm performances. Tickets cost from £10, £13 and £15 or £38 for a Family Ticket. We have joined forces with Maddermarket Theatre to give away a family ticket (2 adults and 2 children). Just answer the question below and send us your entry!
HOW TO ENTER Question: Who wrote the
original children’s book ‘The Borrowers’? Email your entry before the , stating name, address, daytime telephone number and winning answer to: competitions@vanillamagazine.co.uk . Please put ‘The Borrowers’ in the subject line of your email. Good luck!
Terms & Conditions: The prize is one family ticket which admits 2 adults and two children to any performance of The Borrowers, subject to availability. Please contact the Theatre to book your ticket on 01603 626560. Tickets cannot be exchanged for a cash alternative. Competition closes Monday 15 December.
BOX OFFICE 01603 620917 www.maddermarket.co.uk
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HOMES
2015 HOME TREND
How to do white
Orlando kitchen by MKM
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There are many different shades of white – choose one to complement the light in the room
Using one strong accent colour will enhance your whites
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With over 40 years’ experience in interior decoration and bespoke furniture design, Margaret Sheridan use traditional techniques and luxury fabrics to create wonderful rooms which can be enjoyed forever. Visit our showroom in the Georgian village of Hingham to talk to our designers and see if we can help make your home more beautiful. The Workrooms, Gurney’s Manor, Hingham, Norwich NR9 4NQ 01953 850 691 or enquiries@margaretsheridan.co.uk www.margaretsheridan.co.uk
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Established in 1921, Lakenham Creamery make and supply the finest fresh cream ice creams to retail and catering establishments across East Anglia and to top department stores in London. SEASONAL SPECIAL FLAVOURS:
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Delia’s Restaurant and Bar Set 3 course menu with coffee £35.75 per person Carrow Road, Norwich, NR1 1JE OPENING HOURS Friday and Saturday* 7pm – late *Check online for Norwich City home matches and restaurant opening www.deliascanarycatering.co.uk
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OR SOME TIME, I've wanted to experience Delia’s restaurant. Because I'm part Norwich City football fanatic and part culinary enthusiast it must make for the perfect combination. I've heard some great things said about the restaurant over the past couple of years which has fuelled my desire to try it. Simple home-cooked food – it’s an ethos on which Delia has built her career. So it was refreshing to find all
stand on the terraces and scream at the ref, but instead enjoy the warmth of the River End Stand restaurant and some lovely Delia inspired dishes. Once inside the first floor restaurant, you quickly forget you are in the middle of a football ground stand with the hallowed pitch, where I've cheered in match-winning ecstasy and groaned in desperation, just over there. Instead you're in a very elegant fine-dining setting. We were greeted warmly and opted for a drink in the bar and chose a cold and crisp Chilean Sauvignon Blanc with some equally crisp, but this time warm slivers of Autumnal root vegetables accompanied by a tangy aioli dip. All to get the tastebuds tantalised for what was to follow. I never like to look at menus before I go to a restaurant, for the record, I don’t understand why people do this. For me, the surprise of reading
Alongside each dish on the menu is a small quote from the Queen of Carrow Road herself, telling us why she likes it, and tempting us to order it! of the dishes at the restaurant had been resurrected from either one of her TV shows or numerous bestselling cookery books. Alongside each dish on the menu is a small quote from the Queen of Carrow Road herself, telling us why she likes it, and tempting us to order it! So what was I expecting from this evening out? Well some very simple food, cooked very well, in fantastic surroundings, and reassuringly that’s exactly what I got. It was strange for me – a Canaries fan to approach the cold dark football ground on a windy Friday night not to
through the menu is one of the best parts of a dining experience. The menu ticked every pre-conceived box of what I could want, simple food but with some nice ingredients that you perhaps wouldn’t have on a daily basis. We opted for the coarse country pate, with pickled vegetables and chargrilled sourdough and a very clever, but simple artichoke vinaigrette. The pate, packed with veal, pork and liver was generously flavoured with robust herbs like rosemary and thyme. Perfect with the chargrilled home made sourdough toasts. The pickled
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be the most uneven brick floor in the city only adds to the charm. While my friend immediately started looking at the food options, I went straight for the Wine List to see whether the restaurant's name had more to do with the location than the drinks on offer. I was actually very impressed with the wine choice, which comprised a wide collection of whites (from six different countries), reds (from seven), an unusually large choice of roses and a very good selection of sparkling wines and champagnes - several of which were available by the glass. Given such a world of choice, I'm afraid I wasn't too adventurous with my wine – opting for the bright and zesty Torre Aldea Rioja. My friend – who doesn't drink wine – ordered a half pint of Old Golden Hen. Being a vegetarian, my dinner was an easy choice: the roast aubergine, accompanied by a red wine, onion, tomato and cinnamon ragu, with creamed feta, a spiced sweet potato salad, crisp shallots and almonds. My friend, meanwhile, spent ages debating whether to have the Gressingham duck or the braised short rib of beef – only to forgo the meat and choose a fish dish! I can't say I blame her either, as it sounded
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THEATRE Norwich Theatre Royal highlights 4-6 DECEMBER
Oh What a Lovely War
Youth Theatre Company Staged to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the start of World War I, this musical play is a powerful chronicle, both comic and deeply poignant, told through songs and sketches of the time, with original pictures and film footage from the trenches. Set against the background of a period end-of-the-pier show, and first staged in 1963, Oh What A Lovely War has gone on to become a classic of modern theatre. Venue: The Garage Tickets £7.50-£9 11 -13 DECEMBER
Richard III
As part of the celebrations of the 450th Anniversary of Shakespeare’s birth,
one of his most famous history plays is brought to life in an inventive new staging that is at once sardonic, comic and macabre. Richard of Gloucester lets nothing and nobody stand in the way of his malevolent climb to the throne, but the curses of doomed Queen Margaret catch up with him in the end. Murder, battles, infanticide, ghosts and a hump – all life is here! Venue: The Garage Tickets £7.50-£9 18 DEC - 18 JAN
Peter Pan
An all-star cast will bring the classic story of the boy who never grew up. Heading the cast will be Coronation Street's Kevin Kennedy as the evil Captain Hook. Kevin trod the ‘Corrie cobbles’ for 20 years as the kind-hearted Curly Watts. He will be joined on stage by CBeebies favourite
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Sid Sloane as Sarah The Cook, while Cromer Pier favourite Ben Langley will be troublesome pirate Starkey. Norwich’s panto stalwart Richard Gauntlett will play Smee. Tickets £5.50-£21
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Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Christmas Carol By John Longenbaugh
Literature’s favourite quirky detective is infused with the spirit of a crotchety Ebenezer Scrooge in this festive Victorian theatrical treat. After failed attempts by Dr. Watson to cheer Holmes into celebrating the holiday season, the unrepentant, ill-tempered detective is forced to deduce the facts and solve the most important mystery of his life – past, present and future. £12 (£10 Concessions)
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The Borrowers By Mary Norton, adapted by Charles Way
Following the success of their last two Christmas shows, The Snow Queen and The Railway Children, the Maddermarket wanted to build on their reputation for offering quality original entertainment for the family and The Borrowers, written by Mary Norton in 1952 and adapted for the stage by Charles Way, was an obvious if elusive choice. An adventurous, heartwarming Christmas treat for children aged 6+ and their bigger 'human beans', it is a wonderful story of the "tiny" Clock family, who live beneath the floorboards of a large Victorian house and "borrow" from the big people above to survive. £10-£15 Family ticket £38 www.maddermarket.co.uk
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Richard Gauntlett a.k.a. Smee Theatre Royal Norwich
My City Life as they are for the whole family from the three year old’s to the 103-year-olds. A good pantomime has to entertain them all.
Where do you stay when you're here? I have digs in the city where I stay although I don’t see too much of them, especially during the rehearsal period. I have worked with some fantastic people during the panto season. Last year it was Cinderella which had a very happy talented cast, a spectacular show and fantastic audiences. This year it is Peter Pan. We have another wonderful cast lined up with stage effects, flying and stunts never attempted before, plus a large amount of gunge. I can’t wait!!!
How do you plan to spend Christmas Day? I usually head back to my home in Surrey for Christmas lunch but I’m back in Norwich for Boxing Day. There are two performances that day, so no rest for the wicked. Meet Richard Gauntlett, a mainstay of the Norwich Theatre Royal pantomime. This year, he will be playing Smee in Peter Pan from December 18-January 18 opposite an all-star cast including Kevin Kennedy (Coronation Street, We Will Rock You) as Captain Hook, and Sid Sloane (CBeebies) as ship’s cook Aunt Delilah.
This will be your 14th panto season at Theatre Royal and the 13th you have written. Do you enjoy the panto season? I do. My first pantomime was a version of Peter Pan for a producer who wanted a pantomime version of the story. The following year, I wrote two more for the same producer and before I knew it, I was spending all year writing them. I’ve now had over 100 scripts performed professionally and many more used by amateur groups up and down the country. I love them
What do you love best about Norwich? It is a fantastic city. It has lots of history, lovely people, and plenty to do. It also has my favourite pantomime audiences, of course.
With lots of shows per week there's not much time off, but what do you like to do here in your spare time? Well it is not too bad. Working over Christmas is all I’ve known for the past 22 years! We have a day off Christmas Day and then two shows on Boxing Day so it is usually pretty hectic! I’ve learnt to prepare. I try to do most of my Christmas shopping and wrapping before panto rehearsals begin. When I get a break, I love spending time with my family and I am also really interested in the history of both pantomime and the world of variety.
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