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Comes to Coventry!
A SNEAK PREVIEW ON THE CITY’S VERY OWN CHRISTMAS BLOCKBUSTER
Merrie’s
CHRISTMAS Cracker SHINE TAKE A LOOK AT OUR MISTLETOE MAKEOVER WITH A TWIST LIKE A CRACKING Show Gromit! THE HERBERT GETS ANIMATED WITH THEIR LATEST EXHIBITION STAR INDEPENDENTS DAY THE LATEST LOOKS, TRENDS AND OUTFITS FOR THE PARTY SEASON
CELEBRATING THE RETAILERS WHICH MAKE OUR CITY UNIQUE
WIN! WIN! WIN!
A MAGICAL TRIP TO L APL AND – A LIMITED EDITION Wii BUNDLE
EDITOR’S
WELCOME |INSIDE
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It’s party time and have we got a bumper festive edition for you! Jam packed with all the latest news, views, reviews and a blind date too! We have an exclusive preview of the new Christmas Blockbuster “Nativity” produced by home grown talent Debbie Isitt and shot on location in Coventry! Guys get the look and spruce yourself up with our pick of the must have grooming products and girls get gorgeous with our guide to fashion, make up and all things glamour. Be Inventive and meet our latest entrepreneur, check out our guide to independent shopping and get the lowdown on this season’s essential gadgets. Catch up on the gossip with gorgeous Geordie, Jayne Middlemiss, meet the new breakfast team at BBC Coventry & Warwickshire as we grill them on their co-hosts and check out our crucial guide to the must see events and attractions happening over the festive period. Get your Christmas off to a cracking start with our fabulous Family Trip to Lapland and if that’s not enough to get you in the festive mood win a limited edition black wii bundle! Mix in Christmas gifts, more competitions and much much more and you’ve got one cracking winter warmer! Until next time… Have a very happy Christmas and peaceful New Year Mick McLaughlin
NEWS
5 K eeping you in the know
FASHION 10 Womens – Girls, make sure you sparkle this Christmas 12 Mens fashion – Our guide to looking hot even when the temperature drops
13 Children’s fashion – The latest trends for your little stars 15 Accessories – Hats, Bags, Scarves and Gloves – we’ve got it covered...
16 Lingerie – Men are from Mars and Women are from Venus – either way these undies are out of this world!
FEATURES 20 Get Gorgeous! – Christmas tips and tricks for boys and 22 24 27 42 44 46 48 58
Editor in Chief
60 Feel Alive is produced by CV One Ltd Editor in Chief Mick McLaughlin m.mclaughlin@cvone.co.uk 024 7660 7015 Editorial Team Deputy Editor Jo Grimshaw j.grimshaw@cvone.co.uk 024 7660 7004 Editorial Darren Lee Taylor d.taylor@cvone.co.uk 024 7660 7003 Production David Wright d.wright@cvone.co.uk 024 7660 7005 Head of Sales Jon Westley j.westley@cvone.co.uk 024 7660 7056 Sales Executive Lucie Watson l.watson@cvone.co.uk 024 7660 7055 Business Improvement District Client Liaison David Mooney d.mooney@cvone.co.uk 024 7660 7051 Contributor Michael Atkins Design www.watermarkdesign.co.uk 01926 493666 Print and Distribution Trinity Mirror Group
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girls! Merrie’s Christmas Cracker! – One lucky reader was given the star treatment with a makeover and blind date! It’s a wrap! – The ultimate guide to perfect presents! Inspect a Gadget – The lowdown on the latest must have Crimbo Gizmos Nativity – A sneak preview on this winter’s feel good film Celeb Interview – We caught up with gorgeous Geordie Jayne Middlemiss at the Godiva Awards Knowing Me Knowing You – We were up bright and early to grill Tim and Marian from the BBC City of Invention – We meet up with the city’s latest entrepreneur Picture This! – The 12 lucky winners for our calendar comp are revealed... Kids Page – Christmas jokes, riddles and teasers!
OUT & ABOUT 28 Shop around the clock – don’t get left out in the cold 30 32 34 36 39 40 50
when planning your shopping spree, turn to page 28 for all the seasonal trading times... Going for Gold! – All the gossip from this year’s Godiva Awards! Christmas Countdown – Want to know what’s in store for Coventry this Christmas? All will be revealed on page 32! Switched On – Make a note in your diary, 29th November is the big lights switch on! Winter Wonderland – Where to go, what to do and see in the city this winter O Come All Ye Faithful – Carols and Services at Holy Trinity and the Cathedral Boogie Nights – We take the hassle out of planning the perfect xmas party Independents Day – We explore the areas thriving with independent retailers in the city
COMPETITIONS 33 W in a Magical Trip to Lapland 53 Win a Fabulous Gold Ring – A glittering prize!!! 60 Win a Black Limited Edition Nintendo Wii Bundle
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Art-itect exhibition The IdPartnership Group in Spon Street, have invited Coventry University Fine Art students to exhibit their artwork in the reception area of their new premises.
has also transformed the entrance in to a welcoming and thought provoking environment.
The Chartered Architects who relocated from Queen Victoria Road to Spon Street in Coventry city centre in May 2008 have recently added an extension to their building creating an open space suitable for housing art exhibitions.
“We are thrilled and proud to be collaborating with Coventry University’s Art and Design department; the students exhibition of art work in our gallery brings the space to life and is the talking point of many clients who visit us. We look forward to the winter exhibition and hope our relationship with the University can continue long into the future”.
The exhibition, which changes every 6 months, not only provides the budding artists with valuable experience in exhibition building, it
David Blake, Senior Partner at IdPartnership said:
Spon Street, Coventry
PIZZA EXPRESS the Plaza to be! Popular Coventry Pizzeria, Pizza Express has opened its latest branch at the stunning new Belgrade Plaza development. Famed for its fresh, traditional hand stretched pizzas made from scratch by pizzaiolos the new restaurant is a much welcomed addition to the city centre.
With a menu full of variety with tempting starters, sumptuous salads, delicious pizza, enticing desserts and fabulous beverages, there’s something to suit all tastes and dietary requirements. We guarantee this is one Pizza Plaza you’ll want to revisit! Belgrade Plaza, Coventry city centre
MAGICAL MERLINS Coventry favourite Merlins has expanded its business into a larger, more prominent premises in the city centre. The quirky emporium was located in City Arcade for 5 years before relocating to Market Way this Autumn. Merlins prides itself on sourcing unusual and wacky gadgets from all over the world, including the USA and Mexico.
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The store also specialises in licensed cult film memorabilia and fantastically realistic latex masks making Merlins the ideal place to pick up unusual stocking fillers and highly sought after gifts for the whole family. Market Way, Coventry
NEWS | COVENTRY
BEAUTY-FULL! Malcolm Hair and Beauty is a much loved Coventry institution. Owner Malcolm Mason first opened the doors to his Leofric hotel based barbers shop in the early 70s and steadily built up a huge number of regular clients over the years. The salon has now relocated to much larger premises in Shelton Square and
has introduced a beauty salon featuring a range of treatments including luxurious guinot facials, threading, waxing, ear and body piercing, semi permanent make up, hot stone massages and much more.
Cosmo has opened up its doors in Coventry city centre, serving up a taste of Asia with some of the world’s most sumptuous dishes. Incorporating stunning design and contemporary dining, this 350 seater restaurant ensures customers can enjoy a taste of over 120 authentic delights from 9 countries in the Far East and India, all freshly prepared by their award winning chefs.
On the ground floor relax and unwind in the delightful café lounge bar, serving fresh pastries and coffees from 8am. With free Wi-Fi available, and with 24 hour secure parking 2 minutes away at Belgrade Plaza and West Orchards, Cosmo is definitely the perfect location for that special occasion.
Coventry Market was singing for joy on hearing the news that last year’s innovative Coventry Market Musical, has won not one, but two awards. The project initially bagged a silver award on the night in the Community category, and then went on to win gold in the 360 multimedia category.
directed by Benjamin Till, and starred market traders and shoppers marking the 50th anniversary of the Market. It was premiered as part of the 50th Anniversary celebrations in November 2008, and received a unanimous thumbs up when it was broadcasted as part of the BBC’s Midlands Today Television news programme.
Bull Yard, Coventry
OPEN THE BOX T-box has opened its third store in the UK, right in the heart of City Arcade Coventry.
With a brand of fun, fashionable eco-friendly clothing and accessories that are compacted into quirky packaging designs, it’s easy to see why this innovative and funky store which started with a compressed t-shirt that fitted into a small cube now has stores all over the world. As a fashion brand, T-box provides fun, funky fashion wear for fast living. The T-box customer is ‘young at heart, vibrant and fully committed to their unique
life trend’. Focusing on quality and fashion, sizes are available ranging from extra small to extra large.
Dresses are compressed into packaging symbolising smoothie cups; tunics are shrink wrapped and packed into flower shapes whilst tank tops and t-shirts take the form of ice lollies, ice-cream cones and hearts. With friendly staff and a commitment to customer service, this is one distinct shop you cannot afford to miss. City Arcade, Coventry
A TASTE OF ASIA
SING When You’re Winning! BBC Coventry & Warwickshire’s Coventry Market – The Musical! has scooped silver and gold at the 2009 Frank Gillard Awards, the radio equivalent of the Oscars.
Coventry Market – The Musical! was written, composed and
Corporation Street, Coventry
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Yorkshire Bank Yorkshire Bank, High Street, Coventry has welcomed a new addition to the team. Sharon Giaramita has taken over as Branch Manager and will be heading up a team of 5 staff members to offer a personal and professional approach to banking. Yorkshire Bank is aligned to individual customers. This matches skills and services with customer needs through dedicated branch networks, staff and product portfolios. The bank
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offers both personal, private and business banking with a range of services including: mortgages, loans, saving accounts, credit cards, business overdrafts and professional indemnity insurance funding. Why not pop in to Yorkshire Bank to find out how Sharon and her team can make your money work harder for you... High Street, Coventry
VIVA RENAISSANCE! Renaissance, the hair and beauty salon situated in the heart of the city celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. The popular salon with an army of regular customers is run by Moira Evans and a team of 3 dedicated and friendly staff. Bernie and Elspet are fully trained hairdressers whilst Diane is a qualified beauty therapist. In addition to the many regular clients, Moira has also styled the tresses of Irish chart toppers – The Script. Renaissance
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offers a range of indulgent treatments including: massage, beauty treatments, bridal make up, hair styling and the über fashionable Raccoon hair extensions to compliment the more common cut and blow dry. Broadgate House, Coventry
NEWS | COVENTRY
IT’S A CRAFT Budding entrepreneur Pushy Sanghera is celebrating after opening her brand new shop, Craft Culture in Sherbourne Arcade, Lower Precinct Coventry. Stocking her own sourced products from families in, Bali, Indonesia, Kenya, North Thailand and the Shared Earth Association. This gem of a shop specialises in fair trade and features an array of beautiful unique gifts including: hand carved Buddha’s, African, Egyptian, native American carvings, handmade jewellery and shawls, incense, essential oils, fragrance oils, Wicca, crystal angels, healing crystals and crystal wands.
Bizarre Bazaar! Unique Q-lothes The city centre has welcomed an unusual and fascinating toy shop, Hawkin’s Bazaar to the Upper Precinct.
Starting off as a local toy shop at the Hawk Inn and then a niche mail order company, Hawkin’s Bazaar has developed into a well-loved and well-known supplier of ‘things you thought had gone forever and things you never even knew existed’.
Hawkin’s Bazaar offers a unique and extensive range of unusual toys, gifts, gadgets and curiosities. They are not just another toy-shop. The company prides itself in sourcing out-of-the-ordinary products and offers something different with a range of toys and gifts that will appeal to many ages and tastes. Christmas shopping has never been so entertaining! Upper Precinct, Coventry
If you’re looking for that unique outfit this Christmas, get in the queue at West Orchards as its latest boutique Unique Q opens its doors in the name of fashion.
Pushy said: “We strongly believe in Fair Trade ethics and personally import all our own products from various places around the world. This way we can ensure the craftsmen and women get paid a fair wage. This in turn creates a reliable and regular cash flow which we feel these hardworking and talented people deserve.” Sherbourne Arcade, Lower Precinct, Coventry www.craft-culture.co.uk
to look stylish and individual, specialising in catwalk inspired dresses, accessories and jewellery. With the party season just around the corner why not take a trip to Unique Q for something a little bit different... West Orchards Shopping Centre, Coventry
The shop features a diverse range of ladies fashions for the more discerning customer who want
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This season make a bold statement with a nod to iconic 80s inspired tailoring. Think high powered silhouettes of city traders, wide lapels and deliberate contrasts between shirts and ties. Alternatively another strong look this winter will be structured monochrome suits punctuated with seasonal hues in berries, blues and reds.
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Lower Precinct Shopping Centre, Christmas & New Year Trading Hours 2009/2010 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
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Violets and Plums are the most sought after shades this season. Try a subtle sheen on lips like Clinique’s Bloomberry or be adventurous and make a statement with dramatic eyes as this palette makes a perfect contemporary twist on the classic smokey charcoal.
To give your skin an extra special treat try Optimum Line Decrease Thermal Polisher, it’s a micro-dermabrasive treatment that exfoliates skin to reveal a smoother, more refined complexion beneath.
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Secret Weapon! Clinique’s Even Better Skintone Corrector is a lightweight, layerable serum which creates a more even looking complexion which gives the skin a more youthful appearance by helping to undo the visible evidence of sun damage, skin stress, age spots, hormone changes and acne scars.
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Gosh cosmetics also do a fab loose eyeshadow powder in purple. We recommend using wet, on its own as an eyeliner for a fresher, more dramatic effect.
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Any fashionista worth her salt knows that falsies seriously up your game in the glamour stakes. For a more demure sculpted look try individual false lashes and apply 3 or 4 to the outer corners of each eye and set with a couple of coats of Bloom Full and Flirty volumising Mascara. Finally for that sexy festive perfume, you can’t go wrong with Valentino’s Rock and Rose Couture EDT it’s seductive, sassy and seriously moreish – what more could you ask for!
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We all know that Christmas can be a hectic time of year, the mad rush on Christmas Eve to get those last few presents in, the obligatory visits to extended family members, not to mention all those parties!... Never Fear, the Feel Alive beauty team have come up with some of the best products around to ensure you look your best over the yuletide period. It’s a shame we can’t do anything about that hand knitted jumper!
Lively Up Yourself
Pump up the stereo and jump in the shower with some fabulous Total Energy Exhilarating Body Wash. Packed with Guarana, Ginger, Bergamot and Luffa Particles – this stuff’s guaranteed to get you singing along in no time. Total Energy Exhilarating Body Wash £8.50 The Body Shop
De-Fuzz
There are very few people in this world who can pull off the ‘designer stubble’ look, so if your name’s not George Clooney make sure you invest in a decent shaver. We like the Philips HQ 6990 as it gently lifts hairs before cutting to provide an incredibly close shave and has a special reflex action system to adjust to the contours of your face and neck. There’s also a handy pop up trimmer to tame unruly sideburns! Invest in some Electric Shave Primer from Clinique, this cool, crisp lotion primes the beard and skin before shaving for a clean and close finish.
The Eyes Have It
Face Facts
Optrex Eye Drops – £4.39 available from Boots and Superdrug
Oil Control Hydrator £21.00 Clinique @ Debenhams Non Streak Bronzer £15 Clinique@ Debenhams
They say the eyes are the windows to the soul. Unfortunately they are also the prime suspects for giving away the fact that you stayed out later than you should have! Luckily the clever people at Optrex have created the ‘Eye Dew Blue’ eye drops which are perfect for brightening tired eyes and banishing giveaway redness. Team with Clinique Skin Supplies for Men Age Defense for Eyes to reduce any puffiness and dark circles around the delicate eye area.
Age Defense For Eyes £22.00, Clinique @ Debenhams
Leave the shine to the tinsel and make sure Skin Supplies for Men Oil Control Hydrator is on your xmas wish list. This nifty little moisturiser stops shine and helps clean out and tighten clogged pores so they look smaller and less noticeable. Pale and pasty is never a good look but don’t risk premature skin ageing from nasty sunbeds, use Clinique’s Non Streak Bronzer, a non-greasy cream-gel that gives a sheer, natural believable bronze
Be Brave
Diesel’s latest addition to its fragrance collection is a big hit containing notes of lemon, leather, cedar and amber. The funky bottle will look great on your bathroom shelf too! Only the Brave by Diesel from £26.50 The Perfume Shop
Philips Shaver - £55 M&S Electric Shave Primer £12 Clinique @ Debenhams
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FEATURES | MAKEOVER
Merrie’s CHRISTM In the last issue of Feel Alive scruffy sparky Lozz was transformed into a tantalising tradesman. He certainly made a good impression on legal secretary Merrie Dalton from Keresley, Coventry.
She wrote in to ask us for a style overhaul to appear in our makeover feature and cheekily quipped that if our man Lozz was still single she would love to go on a blind date with him… who are we to stand in the way of true love?
MERRIE DALTON Age: 27 Occupation: Legal Secretary Style: Tomboy Chic, this girl needs a serious glamour injection. Sentence: Time to ditch the jeans and T shirts and say hello to all things girly.
Before we played cupid we needed to give Merrie her much anticipated make over, starting off with a trip to Cabello Hair and Beauty on Hill Street for some serious pampering. First off it was a full manicure and pedicure involving a luxurious warm wax treatment to condition nails, soften skin and improve circulation. Merrie was then treated to a relaxing holistic Hopi Ear Candle to banish any last minute pre date jitters! Next onto the hair, the friendly team at Cabello treated her to a cut and
blow dry to ensure her tresses were in tip top condition for her rendezvous with the electrician. Merrie had a creative cut, which was graduated from the back, using razoring techniques adding definition to her style by gently blending layers. Now for the makeup, the Feel Alive beauty team accented and highlighted Merrie’s features using Bourjois 10 hour Sleep Effect foundation coupled with Bourjois Mineral Radiance pressed powder and a slight sweep of Clinique’s ltd edition Shimmering Stripes powder blusher in Tuxedo Plums across her cheeks.
Get the
Look
For her eyes we dusted Rimmel’s Colour Loose eye shadow in white and to get a sophisticated smokey eyed look we used Rimmel’s Colour Rush eyeshade trio in ‘Twilight Zone’ finishing with L’Oreal’s Double Extension Mascara. The final touch was a slick of Clinique’s Long Last Glosswear in Cabana Crush to ensure her pout was perfect. Now for the all important outfit, our fashion team had taken all the hassle of planning what to wear on the nerve wracking first date and pulled together this blinding outfit.
Merrie said: “Wow, this is such a different look for me – I love it and I hope Lozz does too! “ Shoes £20 New Look Clutch £8 New Look Dress £15 Primark Necklace £3 Primark Bangle £2 Primark
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MAS CRACKER!
MAKEOVER | FEATURES
SHOPS
The
date tful! Ahhh Garage flowers, how though
Hot Gossip! Our love birds met in Priory Gardens and eager Lozz had upped the romance stakes with a bunch of red roses – how sweet! They were then whisked down to the stylish Bar No 3 in Priory Place for some expertly made cocktails. Lozz went for a colourful Key West Cooler and Merrie opted for a more refined French Martini.
Our spies told us that Lozz cancelled his pre booked transport home so he could spend more time with Merrie! We caught up with them the next day to get the lowdown…
Hypnotic!
Minutes into the date it looked as though these guys had known each other for years, lots of giggling and chatting or maybe it was down to the fancy beverages! Is this cheap skate gonna buy me
After an hour of getting acquainted in the relaxed atmosphere of Bar No 3 it was time to turn the heat up and head down to the award winning Turmeric Gold… The staff at Turmeric Gold had pulled out all the stops to ensure this was a first date to remember.
Our couple were ushered up to the exclusive Maharajah dining rooms and they had their own private little love nest, filled with luxurious throws and cushions. The perfect setting for a romantic evening.
another drink or what!
Lozz said “I had a wicked night, Merrie’s a fantastic girl and I really fancy the pants off her! Our date was brilliant, the pre dinner drinks in Bar No 3 were spot on, the curry was out of this world and my date was amazing! I admit I cancelled my lift home, I was having such a good time I didn’t want to leave. We stayed in Turmeric until closing then moved on to The Cross for a few drinks before ending our night in The Oak.”
New Look, Lower Precinct Coventry Primark, Broadgate Bourjois, L’Oreal and Rimmel make up available from Boots, Lower Precinct and Superdrug, Market Way. Clinique make up available from the Clinique counter in Debenhams, West Orchards Cabello Hair and Beauty, Hill Street: 024 7625 8256 www.cabellocoventry.com Bar No 3, Priory Place: 024 7622 4072 visit the facebook group page for more details Turmeric Gold, Spon Street: 024 7622 6603 www.turmericgold.co.uk
Now now children
So, will you be seeing each other again…? “Definitely, but I think next time we’ll organise it for Friday or Saturday night and leave the photographer at home!” Merrie said “I love my new look, the dress and shoes are gorgeous, not something I would have picked out myself. I will definitely be wearing more glam outfits when I next go out. I love my new haircut, it’s different yet subtle and the ear candle treatment was brilliant, I’ll be having one of those again!”
Open Wide!
So all in all the blind date was a great success, the pair are clearly smitten with each other and are now officially dating, job done!
The date itself was awesome; I can’t believe he bought me roses! The whole night was so much fun and the time flew - we knew it was late when they called last orders in The Oak!”
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FEATURES | GIFTS
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1– Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 Consoles Available from HMV, Game and Gamestation
2 – Uncharted 2: Among Thieves PlayStation 3 Available from HMV, Game and Gamestation
Standard/Collectors Edition Available £44.99/£69.99 respectively
Standard edition £34.99/ Collectors GAME Reward Card Exclusive £44.99
3 – Blu-ray Box sets and Special Editions Blu-ray Movies Available from HMV 24 Season 7 Blu-ray Box set £52.99
4 – Clinique Skin Supplies for Men shaving gift set. Available at Debenhams West Orchards Coventry
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5 – H Samuel/Rooms of Coventry Official Stockists of Disney Traditions Bambi Wonder of spring £15.99 Tinkerbell Have you been naughty or nice £37.99 Carousel and Princesses/£120.00 for base and £28.99 per horse
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Feel Alive MOTD 1 Castle Yard Off Hay Lane Coventry CV1 5RF Question: What channel is Match of the Day aired on? Terms and Conditions Apply – Closing Date 31st December
FEATURES | GIFTS
6–S uede Platform Sandal with thick strap and large buckle Larrior £80.00 Faith Winter Collection, Lower Precinct –S atin patent high platform sandal with sling back and bow Lebowy £70.00 Faith Winter Collection – L eather/Patent/Synthetic Snake Mix strappy court, peep toe shoe boot Cahiki £80 Faith Winter Collection – L eather Almond toe calf boot Resoul £110 Faith Winter Collection
8 – Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Diamond Edition Blu-ray £16.99 HMV, Upper Precinct 7 – Gucci Flora £ 29.99 30 ml Perfume Shop West Orchards Coventry
9 – Pokemon These specially designed Pokémon Trading Card Game - SP Collector’s Tins are perfect for the little ones this Christmas! £15.00 There are 3 tins to collect, each containing 1 of 3 exclusive Pokémon – Charizard, Garchomp, Rayquaza (sold separately).
12 – ghd Pretty in Pink limited edition gift set/ghd Precious special Christmas gift set £135.00/£155.00 17a, Spon Street, Coventry
10 – Hungry Hippos Debenhams, West Orchards, Coventry
ghd sets also sold separately
11 – Lightning McQueen MP3/Stereo Player £29.99 Merlins, Market Way, Coventry
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INSPECT A GADGET | FEATURES
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iPhone3G S
The fastest, most powerful iPhone yet. Available in 16GB and 32GB sizes, in black or white and with a plethora of features, the iPhone3G S is certainly a powerhouse piece of technology from Apple. With additional features to the previous iPhone and iPod Touch models, such as a 3-megapixel camera, with autofocus, voice control, digital compass, cut, copy and paste functionality, messaging and landscape tilted keyboard, it’s an incredibly diverse and sophisticated touch screen mobile.
Sony PSPGo Alongside the PlayStation 3 Slim, Sony has also launched its brand new PlayStation Portable device, the PSPGo, which was launched on October 1st in the UK. The PSPGo has several exciting new features over the PSP-3000 model. One of the most significant changes to the PSPGo is the removal of the UMD disc drive, replacing it with 16GB internal flash memory so you can store game saves, videos and other media. The PSPGo is 16% lighter, 35% smaller and has a 3.8” 480 x 272 LCD screen. The screen slides up to reveal the handhelds main controls. PSPGo is an ultra sleek, smooth and sophisticated portable machine.
Operating twice as fast as older models, it is a revolutionary phone and with tens of thousands of apps online on the iStore ready for download, this is a very special purchase for that very special somebody this Christmas. Prices Vary ‘Pay As You Go’ Exclusively with O2 Carphone Warehouse/O2 Upper Precinct Coventry
£224.99 Sony Centre, Lower Precinct Coventry, Game. Broadgate Coventry, Gamestation, HMV in Hertford Street and Argos, City Arcade
Sony PlayStation 3 Slim The new PlayStation 3 Slim, which launched on September 1st 2009, has already sold incredibly well since its release; reaffirming Sony’s position in the current console race. The Slim is an attractively sleek and sophisticated machine, operating stealthily under a meticulous matt finished hood that delivers effortless 1080p High Definition graphics and superior Dolby Digital True HD sound amongst other noticeable additions. At 32% smaller, 36% lighter and 34% more power efficient, the latest model is a very cool console indeed.
When stacked side by side with the original PlayStation 3, it retains the same depth but is now a great deal slimmer and a couple of inches shorter. Instead of the touch sensitive buttons for power and eject, there are now two shiny silver push-button replacements that are both tactile and responsive, complete with a new look logo on the outer shell. Looking at the rear of the unit, we still have the LAN, HDMI, Toslink and AV ports as standard, alongside a two-pin power socket. The front end of the unit has reduced the USB port count from 4 to 2 on the slimmer model, and a hidden cover is now in place for the removable hard drive. With a whopping 120GB of storage space on the PlayStation 3 Slim, available to you for storing music, games, videos and a new reduced RRP of £249.99 and a built in Blu-Ray player for the very latest HD movies, Sony has made sure that its system is rightfully positioned in time for the Christmas rush. £249.99 Sony Centre, Lower Precinct Coventry, Game, Broadgate Coventry, Gamestation, HMV in Hertford Street and Argos, City Arcade
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Coventry CHRISTMAS Opening Hours OUT & ABOUT | OPENINGS
Lower Precinct Monday - Saturday Wednesday late night Sundays 16th December 17th December 18th December 19th December 20th December 21st December 22nd December 23rd December 24th December 25th December 26th December 27th December 28th December 29th December 30th December 31st December 1st January
9:00 - 18:00 9:00 - 21:00* 10:00 - 17:00 9:00 - 21:00 9:00 - 21:00 9:00 - 21:00 9:00 - 18:00 10:00 - 17:00 9:00 - 21:00 9:00 - 21:00 9:00 - 21:00 9:00 - 18:00 CLOSED 9:00 - 18:00 10:00 - 17:00 9:00 - 18:00 9:00 - 18:00 9:00 - 18:00 9:00 - 18:00 10:00 - 18:00
West Orchards M&S 9:00 - 18:00 9:00 - 21:00* 10:30 - 16:30 9:00 - 21:00 8:00 - 21:00 8:00 - 21:00 8:00 - 21:00 10:30 - 16:30 8:00 - 21:00 8:00 - 21:00 7:00 - 21:00 7:00 - 17:00 CLOSED CLOSED 10:30 - 16:30 8:00 - 18:00 9:00 - 18:00 9:00 - 18:00 9:00 - 17:00 CLOSED
Cathedral Lanes Ikea Debenhams 9:00 - 18:00 ** 10:00 - 16:30 9:00 - 22:00 9:00 - 18:00 8:30 - 19:00 8:30 - 19:00 9:30 - 17:00 8:00 - 21:00 8:00 - 21:30 8:00 - 22:00 8:00 - 18:00 CLOSED 7:00 - 19:00 9:30 - 17:00 8:00 - 19:00 9:00 - 19:00 9:00 - 19:00 9:00 - 18:00 9:00 - 18:00
All other shops 9:00 - 18:00 9:00 - 21:00* 10:30 - 16:30 9:00 - 21:00 9:00 - 18:00 9:00 - 18:00 9:00 - 18:00 10:30 - 16:30 9:00 - 21:00 9:00 - 21:00 9:00 - 21:00 9:00 - 17:00 CLOSED 9:00 - 18:00 10:30 - 16:30 9:00 - 18:00 9:00 - 18:00 9:00 - 18:00 9:00 - 17:00 CLOSED
8:00 - 18:00 8:00 - 20:00*** 10:30 - 16:30 8:00 - 21:00 8:00 - 18:00 8:00 - 18:00 8:00 - 18:00 10:30 - 16:30 8:00 - 18:00 8:00 - 18:00 8:00 - 21:00 8:00 - 17:00 CLOSED 10:30 - 16:30**** 10:30 - 16:30 8:00 - 18:00 8:00 - 18:00 8:00 - 18:00 8:00 - 17:00 CLOSED
10:00 - 20:00 10:00 - 20:00 11:00 - 17:00 10:00 - 20:00 10:00 - 20:00 10:00 - 20:00 9:00 - 20:00 11:00 - 17:00 10:00 - 20:00 10:00 - 20:00 10:00 - 20:00 CLOSED CLOSED 10:00 - 18:00 11:00 - 17:00 10:00 - 18:00 10:00 - 20:00 10:00 - 20:00 10:00 - 17:00 10:00 - 18:00
* 9:00 - 21:00 Wednesday 18th November - Wednesday 23rd December ** 8:00 - midnight Wednesday 18th November; 9:00 - 21:00 Wednesday 25th November; 9:00 - 22:00 Wednesday 2nd December; 9:00 - 21:00 Wednesday 9th December; 9:00 - 22:00 Wednesday 16th December; 8:00 - 22:00 Wednesday 23rd December; 9:00 - 19:00 Wednesday 30th December *** 8:00 - 20:00 on Wednesday 25th November; 8:00 - 21:00 from Wednesday 2nd December - Wednesday 23rd December ****First Sport, Francis & Gaye and Games Workshop only Times correct at time of going to print. Note: Individual stores within the shopping centres may have different opening times.
FREE PARKING Park FREE when entering city centre car parks after 3pm on Wednesdays, from November 18th to December 23rd inclusive. (Offer includes all car parks with the exception of Salt Lane and Belgrade Plaza)
SHOPMOBILITY Shopmobility is a service which provides both powered and unpowered wheelchairs and scooters for people who have either permanent or temporary limited mobility. The Shopmobility unit is located on the ground floor of the Barracks car park with plenty of disabled parking near by. There is no charge for the service, but booking is advisable, particularly on the extended opening days. Identification must be shown in order to hire. Call 024 7683 2020 to book CHRISTMAS EXTENDED OPENING HOURS: Open everyday from Monday 23rd November to Thursday 24th December. Monday – Saturday, usual opening times: 8.45am – 4.30pm Special Sunday opening hours; 10.00am – 2.00pm: 29th Nov, 6th Dec, 13th Dec, 20th Dec Late night opening hours; 8.45am – 8.00pm: Thursday 10th December and Wednesday 16th December Christmas Eve – 8.30am – 1pm Closed: 25th December – 27th December and 31st December – 2nd January Shopmobility has teamed up with Age Concern for ‘Befriend’, a service which enables the users of Shopmobility who are on their own to take a volunteer from Age Concern to help with shopping or to just offer company whilst shopping. 28 Feel Alive Winter 2009
MAP | COVENTRY
CITY CENTRE PARKING GUIDE
This map is based upon Ordnance Survey material with the permission of Ordnance Survey on behalf of The Controller of Her Majesty’s Stationery Office. Š Crown Copyright. Coventry City Council LA100026294yr2009
CAR PARKING Coventry has 4000 short stay car parking spaces within the city centre. Please note that the Lower Precinct car park is now accessed from Junction 6 on the ring road. Only IKEA and The Sky Dome can be accessed from Junction 7. Ringroad Junction 5 6 7 9 9
Car Park Barracks * Lower Precinct IKEA Belgrade Plaza West Orchards
Spaces 460 757 800+ 1100 670
*Shopmobility is located on the ground floor of Barracks car park.
PARK AND RIDE The two park and ride services in Coventry operate Monday to Saturday. Park and Ride South, War Memorial Park, off Kenilworth Road 402 free car parking spaces The service operates from War Memorial Park at 0736 (0800 Saturday) and every 12 minutes until 1812 (1800 Saturday) direct to the City. From Broadgate, in the City Centre, the first journey to War Memorial Park is 0744 (0808 Saturday) and every 12 minutes until 1820 (1808 Saturday). It stops at 8 convenient points in the City Centre. Park and Ride North, Austin Drive, Courthouse Green 163 free parking spaces The service operates from Austin Drive at 0745 (0800 Saturday) and every 15 minutes until 1800 direct to the City. From Queen Victoria Road the first journey to Austin Drive is at 0758 (0813 Saturday) and every 15 minutes until 1813. For more information call Traveline on 0871 200 2233 Feel Alive Winter 2009 29
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Christmas OUT & ABOUT | SWITCH SWITCHED ON ON
Lights Switch On Sunday 29th November This year a series of events will be taking place across Coventry city centre on Sunday 29th November as the city begins its countdown to Christmas. From pop acts and celebrity presenters to walkabout characters and street performers, the big switch on promises to be packed full of entertainment for all the family. Wallace & Gromit will join the Lord Mayor to help light up the city at this years’ event, which will also see performances from legendary Soul and R&B artist, Beverley Knight, Britain’s Got Talent Finalists Good Evans, X Factor and more.
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SWITCH ON | OUT & ABOUT
Santa Claus is coming to town! West Orchards Shopping Centre
The Big Light Switch On
Broadgate/Travel Lodge Balcony This Christmas the stage is set for a fantastic afternoon of entertainment with Soul and R&B singer Beverley Knight performing to the crowds at the Christmas Lights Switch on extravaganza! Presenters from local radio station, Mercia, will kick off the show with a bang at 3.30pm as the Midland’s diva is joined by former contestants of X Factor and Britain’s Got Talent, for an evening that promises to have something for everyone. Walkabout characters and a number of local sports personalities will also be at the event, as the countdown to the 5pm Christmas light switch on gets underway. For more information on times see: www.visitcoventry.co.uk
After making a 4000 mile trip from the North Pole, Father Christmas will be parking up his sleigh in West Orchards Shopping Centre from 12 noon on Sunday 29th November to Thursday 24th December, before he embarks on his annual round the world trip. Excited children (and adults!) can visit Santa and his little helpers in his magical Grotto on Level 3 of the shopping centre throughout the festive period. Each child that goes through the grotto will receive a special ‘Night Before Christmas In Coventry’ book, for free. They will also have the option to upgrade to a quality digital photo print for £5 and/or a quality present for £4. On Sunday 29th November Santa will be joined by two live reindeer, a face painter and children’s entertainer, in what will be a day of entertainment for all the family. There will also be special appearances from Peppa Pig and George outside the grotto at 1pm, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm! To avoid disappointment, it’s recommended you pre book your visit! From 1st November book online at www.westorchards.co.uk
The Coventry Gingerbread House comes to life Precinct Cross
3pm on Sunday 29th November marks the grand opening of the Gingerbread House on Precinct Cross. Decorated with giant candy cane pillars and a jammy dodger roof, the ornate structure will come to life, as a family of mysterious characters emerge to entertain the crowds in a magical 45 minute performance. Over the festive period the residents of the house will be carrying out a series of half an hour performances, in a celebration of music, dance and Christmases gone by. For times see page 32.
Clowning around Cathedral Lanes
The circus is coming to town from 11am – 5pm at Cathedral Lanes shopping centre. A clown act will be entertaining crowds throughout the day by performing tricks and making balloon models. He’ll be joined by two stilt walkers (a Christmas tree and snowman!) together with two free face painters to help you get in that Christmas spirit.
Santa’s Reindeers fly in Lower Precinct
Santa’s trusted companions will be paying a visit to Lower Precinct on Sunday 29th November, as live reindeer come to the city centre. Rudolph and his friends will be spreading festive cheer to shoppers as they get ready for their annual sleigh pulling trip. Make sure you pay them a visit before they set off and help Father Christmas deliver presents to children around the world.
A celebration of music and dance Shelton Square
An assortment of dance acts will be entertaining crowds in Shelton Square on 29th November. From street dance to Irish dancing, expect to be amazed by the talent on show.
Come and witness the entertainment, in what will be a day of fun and laughter for all the family.
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OUT & ABOUT | CHRISTMAS DAYS OUT
Out...
Treat Your Family to Some Festive Fun This Season! Coventry Transport Museum
Herbert Art Gallery & Museum
Planet Ice Arena
Enjoy a truly festive Christmas at Coventry Transport Museum
Coventry Music Exhibition opens at the Herbert Art Gallery & Museum
Michael Jackson Ice Show Coventry
Start your Christmas shopping early! The Museum’s Christmas Craft Fair returns on 14th & 15th November. Browse through stalls including knitwear, jewellery, handmade cards and other crafts and pick up that special gift.
MORE THAN TWO TONES Open until 3rd January 2010 – FREE ANIMATED ADVENTURES Open until 17th January 2010 – FREE
This year sees the return of the Museum’s popular singing competition – Xmas Factor. Come along to the heats on 21st November and perform in front of the competition judges for a place at the showcase final on 5th December where ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ finalists, Good Evans will perform. Experience a traditional Victorian Christmas over the weekends of 5th & 6th, 12th & 13th and 19th & 20th December – learn about decorations, cards, presents and even Christmas food from the Victorian era. Santa Claus will be at the Museum on 5th & 6th and 12th & 13th December and you can also hear Christmas choirs. Coventry Transport Museum is open every day from 10am until 5pm, excluding 24th – 26th December and 1st January. For further information about visiting the Museum during December, visit the website: www.transport-museum.com call 024 7623 4270 or email: enquiries@transport-museum.com
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CHILLER
Keep the kids entertained this winter season with Animated Adventures featuring the Wallace & Gromit exhibition. The family favourite animation will be taking centre stage at the Herbert Art Gallery & Museum from Saturday 24 October until Sunday 17th January.
Popular music in Coventry from the 1950s to the present This exciting exhibition celebrates Coventry’s rich musical heritage, from Frank Ifield to The Enemy. It brings together for the first time a fantastic selection of music memorabilia which highlights the vibrancy and creativity of Coventry music.
MAKING MERRY 28th November 2009 10am - 5.30pm – FREE Join the Herbert at their festive event to buy your Christmas presents from local artists and craftspeople, or make your own under their guidance. Then create your own wrapping paper before sitting back to enjoy the region’s best choirs in festive song.
Location: Coventry Date: 12th December 2009 Stands: £13.00 On Ice: £16.00 CHILLER is a spectacular, high octane show celebrating the legend that is ‘MJ’ and the Jackson 5. The show marks the first ever live theatrical on ice performance dedicated to all things Jackson. The spectacular show will be sliding its way to The Skydome Arena in December. Expect to hear all the hits and bear witness to some truly stunning choreography, the only question is how exactly do you moon walk in ice skates? This show is already taking reservations and it is advised to book tickets fast.
CHRISTMAS DAYS OUT | OUT & ABOUT
SKATE WITH SANTA
Tickets can also be purchased at Coventry Skydome Box Office 024 7663 0693 or purchased online at www.ticketable.com/coventry Bell time for all shows is 7.30pm. with doors opening between 6pm and 6.30pm. Visit www.tnawrestling.com for more detail on the tour and keep watching www.tnaliveuk.co.uk
Skate with Santa and have fun in the snow on Christmas Eve between 12:00 and 16:00 at Planet Ice and see piles of snow put on the ice for people to make snowmen, with prizes for the best ones. Following on from this Planet Ice will be hosting their Christmas day skate for FREE!
Belgrade Theatre
Planet Ice Arena, Skydome Coventry, CV1 3AZ Tel: 024 7663 0693
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Spectacular costumes, wonderful sets and loads of laughs bring this enchanting tale to life. You can’t possibly miss Coventry favourite, Andy Hockley, as the glamorous Dame Dorothy-Do-It, whizzing around on her turbo-charged Hoover!
Christmas Markets in Coventry City Centre Over the festive period, a number of markets will be coming to Market Way in the city centre, selling a variety of products, from seasonally sourced produce to handmade crafts. Wing Wah Chinese Market Saturday 28th – Sunday 29th November
The Belgrade Theatre in association with Imagine Theatre present
Christmas Food and Craft Market Saturday 5th – Sunday 6th December
By Iain Lauchlan and Will Brenton
30th November 2009 – 9th January 2010
TNA Maximum Impact 2010 Tour Location: Coventry
Date: 28th January 2010 Ticket Price: £45.00 Ticket Price: £32.50 Ticket Price: £20.00 After TNA Wrestling’s biggest UK Arena Tour in January 2009, the talent is back again with the “Maximum Impact!” January 2010 tour, which is set to be bigger and better with six brand new dates across the UK.
Every year thousands of families make the Belgrade Theatre’s legendary panto an essential part of their Christmas celebrations. This year’s enchanting tale of heroic adventure, true love, messy mayhem and lots of festive frivolity is destined to be the most beautiful and beastly yet. Once upon a time in a land far away there was a handsome but selfish young prince. He fell foul of an evil sorceress and was doomed to spend the next 500 years hidden in his castle in the guise of a grotesque beast. Could anyone ever love such a beast and unlock the cruel spell?
Don’t miss the chance to see TNA Wrestling’s “Maximum Impact” 2010 UK tour:
Make-believe, music and lots of magic fun means a “beauty-full” Christmas treat for all the family! Tickets from £10.77 to £18.60 (kids from just £8.17)
Farmer’s Market Thursday 10th December Multicultural Market Saturday 19th December
ONE CHILD GOES FREE! One child goes free when you buy a family ticket. Family tickets start from just £29.70 for a family of four. Plus, family tickets are now available on every single performance!
COMPETITION COMPETITION COMPETITION Planet Ice are giving away 2 tickets to see their dazzling new ice extravaganza, ‘CHILLER’ on December 12th at Planet Ice Sky Dome Arena.
All you need to do is answer the simple question below, and send your entries in before November 30th 2009. Which of these is a Michael Jackson track?
A) Chiller p B) Thriller
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Sunday 29th November
6.30pm
‘Lighten our Darkness’: A magnificent celebration to start the Christmas season with carols, candles and choirs, and an opportunity to experience the Cathedral’s magnificent new lighting scheme.
Saturday 5th December
6pm
‘Sing Live’ Choir Concert, an amalgamation of choral singers from across the country conducted by Steve Roberts of Sing Live uk.
Saturday 12th December
3pm
Family carol service including St. Michael’s Singers and Cathedral Choristers. Traditional carols, participation for children and a surprise visitor! – FREE
Saturday 12th December
7.30pm
Carols for All: Gala Christmas Concert featuring St. Michael’s Singers, City of Coventry Youth Orchestra, and Cathedral Choristers. Hosted this year by Kay Alexander, from BBC Midlands Today. Mince pies and wine in the interval. Tickets available from the Cathedral Bookshop or calling 01676 532436.
Saturday 19th December
7pm
La Nativite by Olivier Messiaen. Organ recital and introductory talk by Alistair Reid, Coventry Cathedral’s Assistant Director of Music and Organist. Retiring collection.
Sunday 20th December
6.30pm
Carols by Candlelight. Coventry Cathedral at its Christmas best. Traditional and modern carols, choirs, readings and candles. A special occasion for all. Retiring collection.
Christmas Eve Thursday 24th December
3.30pm
Journey to Bethlehem: Our special children’s concert preparing for Christmas, with active participation.
7pm
Form of a servant: Our world famous service for Christmas Eve – a carol service with a difference. If you haven’t experienced how special this is, why not join us this year.
11.30pm
Midnight Eucharist.
10.30am
A celebration of Christmas: The Cathedral’s glorious Christmas Day service with wonderful music to uplift the spirits on one of the most important days of the year.
Holy Trinity Christmas Day Friday 25th December
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OUT & ABOUT | FESTIVE SPIRIT
Eat, Drink and be MERRY this
It’s that time of year again!
Christmas Party season is upon us! Whether you’re looking to celebrate in style with friends and family or having a knees up at the annual work’s Christmas bash, Coventry city centre has a wide variety of bars and restaurants to help you get into the festive spirit.
Gatehouse Tavern Hill Street Tel 024 7625 6769
The Gatehouse Tavern is in the original gatehouse of the North Warwickshire Weaving and Spinning, Worsted Woollen & Co factory which closed in 1963. Nowadays it is famed for being a country pub in the heart of the city centre with one of the best beer gardens in town. The Tavern will be serving up hearty Christmas dinners alongside its popular traditional menu throughout the festive period. The well stocked bar offers a selection of fine wines and spirits in addition to popular guest ales, the ales are changed ever week and regular additions include: Ubu, Rev James, Purity Gold and Church End.
Bar No. 3
Priory Place Tel 024 7655 5557 Despite being open for just 6 months Bar No. 3 in Priory Place has already built up a reputation for serving top quality food, including the world famous Pieminister Pies in a chilled out environment. This Christmas they’ll be producing a special lunchtime menu especially catering for those who are looking for a lighter meal. For just £5 you can grab a festive sandwich and glass of wine or pint of beer, or for £10 you can tuck into the traditional 3 course Christmas dinner with all the trimmings.
Town Wall Tavern Bond Street Tel 024 7622 0963
Eden Bar & Restaurant Ryley Street Tel 024 7655 1234
This Christmas why not experience the unique, ambient surroundings of Eden Restaurant set in the finest 18th Century cottages. Eden prides itself on using only fresh produce which is prepared and cooked to order. The stunning bar and restaurant has taken on a contemporary and retro look that contrasts perfectly with its old surroundings, making it an excellent venue for festivities. A three course daytime menu costs £19.95, with an evening the £27.95. The extensive menu includes Christmas classics such as roast turkey as well as more contemporary meals including Goats’ cheese and ricotta cheesecake.
Tucked away on Bond Street this Victorian gem is a true Coventry treasure. The Town Wall has long been a haven for both bohemian thespians, and real ale lovers alike. This inviting traditional pub is littered with cosy little nooks and crannies where you can tuck yourself away with good friends and great beers. This charming tavern also lays claim to having the smallest room with its own servery in Britain, “The Donkey Box” measures a modest 7’8” by 5’5” rendering a snug standing room only, excluding the two bar stools. This Christmas why not take a trip back in time and visit the Town Wall, they will be serving up an array of hearty traditional lunches and festive fayre. The Christmas menu will be serving up a selection of seasonal treats, including delicious roast turkey parcels and tasty plum pudding and custard all for just £9.95 per head. Pub food at its best!
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Dogma Bar and Kitchen Priory Place Tel 024 7623 0088 www.dogmabars.com
The relaxed, friendly, award winning bar makes Dogma an ideal venue for a Christmas party. From a tasty buffet for £10 per head to a three course meal for just £15, the Priory Place bar will cater for all needs. Reserve a table and create the atmosphere of your choice. Why not start the party in style with a champagne reception or enjoy a lovingly prepared cocktail from £3-5 per guest.
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If you fancy a Christmas meal with a difference Old Orleans in the Skydome is the place to be.
This Christmas 1450 Café Bar in Spon Street, invites you to savour a la carte dishes and beers and wines from all over the world.
The Skydome Tel 024 7663 1760
The recently renovated restaurant serves a delicious seasonal menu full of mouth watering southern style cooking and traditional favourites from Tipsy Pork Hock to Deep South Christmas Turkey. A 2 course meal costs £14.95 (available from midday to 4pm) and a 3 course is £18.95. Diners will also receive free entry to Lava & Ignite and JJ’s in the Skydome.
Spon Street Tel 024 7622 9274
Their 3 course meal at lunch costs £14.99 and £21.50 in the evening. Experience the taste of the Mediterranean with their Tapas Platter as a first course, for main tuck into the traditional Roast Turkey or Panfried Salmon with sweet chilli & lime sauce, and for desert (if you’ve got enough room!) treat yourself to ice cream filled profiteroles or the good old Christmas Pudding with brandy sauce.
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FEATURES | NATIVITY
COMES TO COVENTRY! Cast your minds back to the late spring... You may remember some strange goings on in the city when a hoard of celebrities flocked to Coventry, closely followed by a herd of schoolchildren and a couple of camels for good measure! You weren’t going mad; it was local lass and hot shot director Debbie Isitt’s new British comedy, Nativity. The festive feel good flick is a must see, with an all star cast and punchy script it’s almost certainly guaranteed to be a blockbuster this winter after its release on December 4th. Filmed entirely on location between Coventry and L.A, it’s a heart warming tale of how nothing can get in the way of the true spirit of Christmas. Directed and conceived by Coventry kid, Debbie Isitt (Confetti), Nativity is an improvised comedy starring Martin Freeman, Ashley Jensen, Jason Watkins and Marc Wootton.
It tells the story of Mr Maddens (Martin Freeman), a frustrated, under-achieving, primary school teacher. His long time adversary, Gordon Shakespeare (Jason Watkins), is the teacher at the posh independent school up the road. Every year, the two schools are embroiled in a bitter rivalry to achieve a five-star review for their Christmas nativity play. Maddens’ class always comes runner-up. The story of his life. This year, Maddens makes an idle boast to Shakespeare that his school’s show stopping musical has attracted the attention of his ex-girlfriend, Jennifer Lore (Ashley Jensen) – who happens to be a big time Hollywood Producer. They want to make a movie starring his kids – Hollywood is coming to Coventry! When over-enthusiastic new classroom assistant, Mr Poppy (Marc Wootton), overhears the lie, Maddens suddenly finds himself a local celebrity and at the centre of quarrelling parents, a wannabe show director, and more Mary and Josephs than he can shake a stick at. Now all he needs to do is persuade Jennifer to make Hollywood pay attention and make their dreams come true. Simple!
WE CAUGHT UP WITH DEBBIE ISITT AND NICK JONES THE INSPIRATION BEHIND THIS YEAR’S CHRISTMAS BLOCKBUSTER SET AND PRODUCED IN THE CITY OF COVENTRY.
Things are really cool in Nazareth “I’d worked with Debbie before,” said Nativity producer Nick Jones, “and when she contacted me and said let’s do a movie with kids and let’s do it around a Nativity play and see what happens I said Yes! Great. Where do I sign? It seemed like a good idea at the time. And then you get into children’s working legislation and Debbie starts asking for goats and pigs and camels. And later on, she’s talking about flying kids from the top of Coventry Cathedral. Before you know it, you’re in so deep there’s only one way out which is to keep going.” Debbie Isitt is a self-confessed “production team’s nightmare”. She knows that her way of working is not for everyone, that not everyone appreciates the long hours, the uncertainty, the risks, and the pressures involved in improvising. But Isitt continues to attract immensely talented actors and key crew members, some of whom have already experienced her ‘extreme sport’ style of filmmaking and come back for another ride. So why do they do it? And having done it, why do some of them agree to have another go? “I think it’s because they know it’s a special thing,” says Isitt. “It’s special because it is so spontaneous. Not only the actors but every single person on set is improvising. Normally, filmmaking isn’t that kind of world. It’s a world of money and bond companies and insurers where everybody is looking over everybody else’s shoulder and checking time and motion.
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It’s not the kind of world where people just do what they feel like in the moment. But it is absolutely my mission to ensure that keeps happening because it makes the set a truly wonderful, creative place.” “They’d say You can’t have camels in the cathedral! And anyway, we can’t find any! And anyway they’re too expensive and the ground won’t take their weight!” says Isitt. “And I’d say, Oh, okay. Let’s put the camels over there, shall we? I suppose it’s just absolute determination. For me, that’s what directing is. If someone says no, I just keep being positive..” A large part of Isitt’s inspiration for her latest comedy is her unalloyed nostalgia for the blissful, primary-coloured, paste-scented years from five to 11. As her daughter nears the end of her primary years and prepares to enter secondary school, Isitt was looking for a means to prolong the memory of her own heady time as the star of her Coventry Catholic school’s Nativity plays. “I was Mary when I was seven and my sister was Mary the year before and my other sister was Mary the year after. Mary was my first stage role and I absolutely loved it. It was my heyday.” “I have so many friends who wanted to be actors but trained as teachers as ‘something to fall back on’. Just like Mr. Maddens they went into teaching and felt like failures, but for me being a teacher is far more important than being an actor or a director. I have met so many inspirational teachers over the years that I really wanted to explore the notion of teaching and education in Nativity. In the film Mr Poppy is ‘the man’ in this respect, someone who understands that every child has a unique and special talent. We get so hung up on academic results that we sometimes forget how to value children properly and how to inspire them to be the best they can be. In the film Mr Maddens has to learn that his children are better than he thinks they are because he has been looking in the wrong place for their talents. By learning to embrace the children for who they are he learns to let go of his own repressed feelings of failure and really excel as a teacher and a human being.”
Actor Martin Freeman is a veteran Isitt performer, having previously worked on Confetti although unlike the previous film, Nativity was presented to him with a structured beginning and a finite end in the form of a Christmas production. “I liked the pitch about a film set around a Nativity play,” he says. “It sounded like potentially a nice story with a bit of a love story and a bit of hope and joy for children. And Debbie is open to everything. If you feel like doing something, she will say yes, do it. I find it really enjoyable. I like the fact that she is brave enough to do a film without a script. She is a lunatic but she is a visionary lunatic.” “I was really hopeful that Martin would pull out all the stops for me on this one and he did,” says Isitt of her leading man. “On Confetti, he had a much smaller role because there were so many key cast members in that film. I warned him that improvising his way through Nativity in the lead would be a lot more demanding. I wanted to be sure that he was up for it so I told him it meant that he would have to dig deep and show a big range, taking a few more risks and relying on himself a lot more than he had to in Confetti where he could rely on the ensemble. And then I said: And you are going to have to contend with Marc Wootton who is going to play your classroom assistant. That’s when his face fell. Everything else, I think I can do but Marc Wootton?! How many days!!? I said nearly all the time. He said, Okay, I’ll try. And then I said, Oh, and there will be 30 kids.” “You know the adage about never working with children and animals?” asks Freeman. “Well, Marc Wootton is another one – there’s children, animals and Marc. He is half beast, half child. He’s like his own species.” After a brief six-week shoot, Debbie Isitt came away with 120 hours of rough footage with which to assemble the feel-good, familyfriendly Christmas story she’d set out to create. The editing period extended to 10 months, working day and night. “My editor is so important to me that I had to actually get together with him,” says Isitt of her partner and chief editor, Nicky Ager. “I couldn’t run the risk of losing him to another film so I had to get
him to father my child. It means that we can work from home 24/7. To get that amount of material down to a film of around 90 minutes means a lot of trying things out and changing them again and again. But my editor is an amazing, tenacious person. Of course, we row and sometimes I kick the door in but it’s all for the greater good and the door can be replaced. When we work together, we have a real shorthand and we always agree on the thing that really counts: the right moment to keep in or take out.”
Isitt’s collaboration with Ager also extends to the original music and songs from the musical in the film. Isitt adds: “The music in Nativity is really important. Children love music, they love to sing and dance. It is a natural instinct in them. Nicky Ager and myself began writing the songs as a kind of experiment just to see if we could ‘rock up’ the Nativity a bit and make songs that are catchy, poppy and appealing to kids. Children are responding to the songs so well that we are now planning a full blown stage musical around the film.” “In some ways, I think I would have liked to be a primary school teacher although I’m sure I haven’t got the patience,” says Isitt. “I love the environment so much. Being there on a summer shoot for the film with all the children’s drawings on the walls and the bright colours everywhere was like a visit to another world. It was a sort of escape. I have panic attacks now that my daughter only has one year left at her primary. I wake up in the middle of the night thinking I’m losing touch with that world again! For me it was a seamless bubble of loveliness and it has been for my daughter as well. I suppose that in some way, this film is a way for me to capture that world and to keep it in a bubble forever.” Released 4th December
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e h t n i K C STU E N Y A J h t i w E L D D I M ne Middlemiss’ y Ja to nd e no re e lebrity chef….. is th ce r, te n ie just before her se rd re o p e l, G e d us o e Mo rg o g e in caught up with th hl ug a cL M k ic M s? talent iva Awards. d o G g rin te lit g e th t Coventry debut a You recently won Celebrity Masterchef – have you always had a passion for cooking? Yes cooking is something I’ve always enjoyed. I find it very therapeutic and a creative process.
With Christmas around the corner will you be using your culinary talents to cook for the family this year and what will you be serving up? I’m getting treated to a traditional home cooked turkey dinner.
What’s your signature dish? I like to vary my dishes but enjoy cooking a roast with all the trimmings.
How will you be spending Christmas this year? In Newcastle with the family.
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You’ve done a couple of reality TV shows – would you be up for more and if so which one? Nope!!! Which celebrity would you like to get under the mistletoe this Christmas? Owen Wilson.
What’s your New Year’s resolution? To have fun! Favourite place in the world apart from Coventry of course? India.
What’s a perfect day for you? Meditation class, walk through a park on a sunny day and a trip to the zoo!
Most embarrassing moment? Crying with exhaustion at the end of Masterchef when they told me I had to cook pasta! I laughed so much when I watched it back.
What’s your guilty pleasure? Four Weddings on Living TV.
What’s on your ipod? I don’t own one!
What’s in the pipeline for 2010? I’m doing two exciting shows for Sky and working on some recipes for my cookbook.
If you could present any TV programme what would it be and why? A big Saturday night entertainment show – doesn’t everyone?
What’s the most important piece of advice you’ve been given? Do something fun for yourself. You’re here in Coventry to host the Godiva Awards – what are you most looking forward to? Seeing Coventry for the first time, meeting the team and experiencing a great night! How do you cope under pressure? I have good inner resources!
Have you ever been star struck and if so by whom? Yes by Blondie – Debbie Harry. If you were stuck on a desert island what three things would you take with you? A pan for cooking, a book and my kingsize bed!
You’re a big fan of yoga, what are your tips for getting into shape for 2010? Eat three balanced meals a day using all the food groups and moderate exercise. It’s about healthy not about weight loss. You started your career modelling what are your essential beauty tips? Drink lots of water, sleep loads and don’t worry about the way you look. What’s your biggest fashion mistake? A puff ball dress in the 80s with black and white polka dots – I looked like Minnie Mouse!
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FEATURES | KNOWING YOU
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Breakfast sent BBC Coventry and Warwickshire’s pre to up d ple cou ly ent rec e hav rian Tim and Ma their co-host... and find out who knows the most about n dow m the k trac to d ide dec we w, sho
All about TIM Any Middle Names? Nicholas Mark Nicholas is one of them – the other has a family connection …I think? We’ll give you that one Marian! Starsign? Capricorn. Capricorn ✔ Shoesize? 9 ½ Err… maybe 9 ✔ Close enough! Pet Hates? Bad customer service, rudeness Bad spelling and apostrophes in wrong places ✗ Guilty Pleasures? Probably some of my musical tastes. I have a hoard of classic kids’ TV on DVD. Rocky roads ✗
Most Embarrasing Moment? It involves me as a teenager on a family holiday to France... Too much wine and a sink. My family won’t let me forget! Unsure but it may involve a dance floor ✗ As a child what did they want to be when they grew up? An air traffic controller A pilot ✔ They both work with aeroplanes... Any Siblings? Two elder sisters 2 sisters who have given him 4 nieces and 1 nephew who he adores! ✔ ✔ Extra point for details! Favourite Christmas Song? I love ‘em all ! But I was born on Christmas Day, and Slade were number one that day so I’ll plump for that. Happy Birthday ✗ Nice try! Who would they like to catch under the mistletoe? As we were talking about her on the show this morning, I’ll say Countdown’s Rachel Riley. Natalie Imbruglia ✗
All about MARIAN Middle Names? Just Marian McNamee None ✔ Starsign? Leo. Cancer ✗ Shoesize? 4. 4 ✔ Pet Hates? It really annoys me when people say ‘Obviously’ before they explain the ‘obvious’ bit…. Rude people ✗ Guilty pleasures? Pizza….yummy! Cheesy music, including the Nolans ✗ Just cheesy pizza we’re afraid!
Most Embarrasing Moment? Oh which one might he choose? Marian once jumped some barriers at the Town & Country Festival to try and get on the back of Rustie Lee’s trailer. She was a big fan at the time, though, so I’m not sure she’d have been all that embarrassed! ✔ As a child what did they want to be when they grew up? Barmaid/hairdresser A singer ✗ Not even remotely close Tim! Any Siblings? One sister the lovely Elaine One sister ✔ Favourite Christmas Song? Shakin Stevens – Merry Christmas Everyone! Slade surely! ✗
Favourite Movie? Star Wars Blues Brothers – he’s always on about it…. And anything with Trek in the second word of the title ✗ There’s a big difference between Wars and Trek Marian!! Any Hidden Talents? I can play drums Did you know Tim is quite the little baker, he loves making cakes ✗ Favourite Ice Cream? Strawberry Chocolate ✗ Left or Right Handed? Left. Left ✔ Any Annoying Habits? I wiggle my legs all the time ... drives people mad! Taps his teeth with his pen ✗ We agree that teeth tapping is very annoying!
Favourite Movie? TIE…. Shawshank/ Thelma and Louise. Dirty Dancing ✗ Any Hidden Talents? I can spin pizza and crochet. Irish dancing ✗ Favourite Ice Cream? Mint choc chip Chocolate ✗ Left or Right Handed? Right. Right ✔ Any Annoying Habits? Let’s see what he says shall we….? No, she’s the perfect studio-mate ✔ Good answer!
Who would they like to catch under the mistletoe? My lovely other Rob! He’s scrummy ;-). Robbie Williams ✗ Sorry Tim, we’re not so sure it’s the Mr Williams she’s on about!
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Catch Tim and Marian every weekday morning between 6am and 9am on BBC Coventry & Warwickshire 94.8/103.7/104FM
FEATURES | CITY OF INVENTION
BE !NVENTIVE We continue our feature Covent ry city of Invention which focuses on Coventry’s illustrious reputa tion as a city of invention. Under its rallying call of Be !nventive and with its origins firmly rooted in the city from JK Starley’s mo dern bicycle to the low carbon vehicle, from international twinni ng to the smokeless zone.
Be !nventive celebrates the inn ate inventiveness of Coventry’s people, a source of real pride and sends a message to new inward investors about the skil ls and versatility they can find among the Coventry workforce.
In this edition Mick McLaughlin talks to Rob Shoesmith, a binman in Coventry whose iPhone/ iTouch application, Problem Halved, has touched upon a niche in mobile technology.
Tell us about your Invention? Problem Halved is a user generated agony aunt style application for use on the iPhone and iPod Touch. The idea is simple; if you have a problem you can post it in Problem Halved and wait for the community to help solve your problem. What inspired you to develop it? I studied Internet Marketing at Derby University with a view to go into teaching. Due to a lack of maturity on my part and limited finances I was forced to quit the course. Since then I have worked at Coventry City Council as a Binman. I have always wanted to get into mobile phone and software development and had been looking for a break. I wanted to invent something that will help people. I thought a problem solving application was lacking in the mobile phone application market. How long did this take from initial idea to getting the concept into development stage? Medl mobile were the company that I submitted my idea into. It took around 3 months from the initial concept to get developed and put into the iTunes app store.
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What skills, experience and qualities do you have that can contributed to this concept being created? I had undertaken 2 years of an internet marketing degree and had a very keen interest in technology and web development. I have self taught myself in many areas of online marketing. How will this make a contribution to the business world? In terms of the business world, users of Problem Halved can post problems relating to issues they are facing at work. One such example would be bullying in the work place, or how to deal with an upcoming presentation. It isn’t designed to take the business world by storm, but to support individuals on a personal level with issues they may be facing.
CITY OF INVENTION | FEATURES How do you intend to market it? I have used local, national and international media to promote Problem Halved. The use of online marketing is key to making my application a success. Use of social networking integration will be fundamental to its success. One tip I would give to anyone is to network and build up a contacts network. Always ask questions and follow up on every email you send.
What’s the best piece of business advice you’ve been given?
What do you think is the most useful invention to date?
Find a unique selling point and exploit it. Find something that the competition hasn’t already done and that your potential customers would need – obvious really, but something that many people overlook.
The internet and email. It has allowed users from all over the world to connect with each other. Learning has become so much easier and there are so many resources online to develop yourself with.
Do you have any more ideas in the pipeline? I have around 30 other ideas in the pipeline for both mobile and web applications. I’m currently focusing all my efforts to make Problem Halved a great success. Once this has been established I will be looking into developing other ideas of mine. What’s your greatest ambition?
My fiance inspires me. I want to provide a better life for us and my dream is to live in the countryside with a little land for her horses.
My greatest ambition that is partially being realised is the ability to help people. Problem Halved has played a huge part in realising this ambition. I would love to support other organisations with their internet/marketing activities and ideally I’d like to set up my own company in the future developing my ideas and supporting other like-minded people get their ideas off the ground.
If you had one piece of advice to anyone thinking of developing an idea what would it be?
How would you encourage people to develop their ideas? Do you think education is important?
Go for it. Little did I know 6 months ago what would have happened. I work as a Binman for Coventry City Council. Now I have appeared on Sky News, and BBC CWR and will be appearing on CNN and the Gadget Show – it’s amazing! I totally believe that if you work hard enough anything is possible. Take things a step at a time. Always believe anything is possible.
Brainstorm. Sit down with a pen and paper and brainstorm a load of ideas. Then pitch them to your family and friends to give you honest feedback. Then do your research into your competition. I think education is important but not necessarily a traditional university education as this does not suit many people – there are also great vocational courses and apprenticeships out there. I strongly believe you can self teach yourself a great deal if you have the energy, enthusiasm and desire to succeed. As long as you are having fun you can learn a heck of a lot. It’s vital you enjoy the subject you are learning.
What or whom inspires you?
To follow Rob’s progress visit www.robshoesmith.com or www.twitter.com/shoesmith81.
Are you Inventive?
If you’ve got a story to tell contact the Editor in Chief – Mick McLaughlin on 024 7660 7015 or email m.mclaughlin@cvone.co.uk
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ASPELL & COMPANY Bespoke jewellery and gifts. 5% off any goods. Offer expires 31st December 2009. 9 Spon Street Coventry CV1 3BA Tel: 024 7622 5631
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TJ ROWLAND Family Butchers, Spon Street 10% OFF ALL MEAT orders over £20 excluding special offers. Offer expires 12th December 2009. 13 Spon Street Coventry CV1 3BA Tel: 024 7622 9161
10%off
THE RISING SUN Discount of 50p per drink with this voucher in one round of alcoholic and soft drinks. 180-181 Spon Street Coventry
50p off
Free worktop upgrade when you purchase an installed kitchen from First Interiors. Pay for laminate and get solid oak worktops. Pay for wood and get staron solid surface worktops. Pay for solid surface staron and get Bon Accor 30mm granite worktop.
PROPOSALS BRIDAL STUDIO
Watch Close off Spon Street Coventry Tel: 024 7655 2277
1 Spon Street Coventry Tel: 024 7655 2477
Free
www.sponstreetcoventry.co.uk
Medieval Spon Street, home to an upying abundance of shops and businesses occ al a range of historic renovated mediev a unique s tain con buildings. This hidden gem ndent epe selection of quality and niche ind ns, shops including hair and beauty salo h in boutiques, eateries and nightclubs. Ric is is oas e littl l qui tran history and heritage this . a great spot to visit night or day
15% discount off any gown order over £700. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Conditions apply. Valid until 31st December 2009.
15%off
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Greyfriars Walk features a collection of independent retailers on the Southside of the city centre, offering an extensive range of unique and unusual goods perfect for that special occasion. With fashion, from urban street wear to the latest designer look, stunning specialist jewellery, beautiful bouquets and flower arrangements to the best fancy dress stockist in Coventry. Greyfriars Walk, experience the difference.
For your chance to win this beautiful 9ct gold, quarter carat diamond eternity ring answer a) b) or c) to the following question and complete the following entry form. Which of the following is a type of ring: a) Ever After b) Engagement c) Forever
The Golden Shop, Greyfriars Walk, 9 City Arcade, Coventry Name Address Email Telephone GOOD LUCK! Please tick as applicable: I am happy to be contacted by email with offers Entries should be handed in at The Golden Shop, Greyfriars Walk, 9 City Arcade, Coventry. The winner will be drawn and contacted on 24th December 2009.
Your Answer The Tomlinson Flower Company
Drop In The Ocean
Spend £30.00 or more and receive a box of our Belgian chocolates FREE. Just present this voucher. Not applicable for relay orders
10% discount with this voucher on all supplements and skin care products. *Offer ends on 4th January 2010.
13 City Arcade, Coventry CV1 3HX Tel: 024 7622 5533 Email: tracey@thetomlinsonflowercompany.co.uk www.flowers-coventry.co.uk
Free
17 City Arcade, Coventry CV1 3HX Tel: 024 7622 5273
10%off
Silver Glade Jewellery
Arcade Fancy Dress & Party Shop
10% off when you spend £20 or more. *Offer ends 24th December 2009.
10% discount with this voucher on all hire items and any other purchases.
2 City Arcade, Coventry CV1 3HX Tel: 024 7663 4477 Email: info@silvergladejewellery.co.uk
10%off
24 City Arcade, Coventry CV1 3HW Tel: 024 7663 3924 Email: peglerwood@yahoo.co.uk
10%off
Wesley Owen Books and Music
Golden Shop Investment Jewellers
3 for the price of 2 on many Christmas items. *Offer starts 24th October 2009
One item of gold jewellery cleaned for free with this voucher.
21 City Arcade, Coventry CV1 3HX Tel: 024 7622 2064 Email: coventry@wesley-owen.com
3 for 2
9 City Arcade, Coventry CV1 3HX Tel: 024 7622 3575 Email: sales@ukjewellerycompany.com
Free
SKUD Clothing
Gladrags
10% off jeans and a free belt with this voucher. (Terms and Conditions apply).
Get 10% off looking lovely with this voucher plus entry to our Christmas prize draw.
5 City Arcade, Coventry CV1 3HW Tel: 024 7622 2676 Email: skudclothing@hotmail.co.uk
10%off
12 Shelton Square, Coventry CV1 1DG Tel: 024 7663 2201 Email: Info@gladragsboutique.co.uk www.gladragsboutique.co.uk
10%off
GARB
The Glasshouse
Receive your Christmas gift from Garb! Spend £50 or more and receive a free £10 gift voucher, spend £100 or more and receive a £20 gift voucher! *Offer valid 1st December 2009 – 4th January 2010 on presentation of this voucher.
Book your Christmas party with us in our upstairs club for 30 or more people and receive £50 worth of drinks to get your night started. The club holds 280 people.
8 Shelton Square, Coventry CV1 1DG Tel: 024 7655 9345 Email: garbclothes@hotmail.com www.garbonline.co.uk
20%off
11-12 Bull Yard, Coventry CV1 1LH Tel: 024 7625 2255
£50
Malcolm Hair and Beauty
Subway
10% discount on any beauty treatment with this voucher.
Family Feast – 4 x 6” subs, 4 x dispensed drinks and 4 x cookies = £12.99. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer.
7 Bull Yard, Coventry CV1 1LH Tel: 024 7622 7078
10%off
8 Bull Yard, Coventry CV1 1LH Tel: 024 7655 3888 Email: subwaycov@aol.com www.subway.co.uk
COMPETITION www.greyfriarswalk.co.uk
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Priory Place/Trinity Street
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Part of the city’s £50 million Millennium Project, this iconic public space incorporates a number of famous works of art, alongside a bustling and vibrant area of the city. The Glass Bridge that links Millennium Place to the Garden of International Friendship and the Whittle Arches – the crowning glory – celebrates the Coventry born Sir Frank Whittle whose invention of the Jet engine changed the world. The Coventry Walk of Fame celebrating Coventry’s heroes past and present paves the way through the heart of contemporary Priory Place. Amongst this rich culture are a host of independent bars, restaurants and cafes, the perfect place to kick back and relax…
Dogma Bar and Kitchen FREE BOTTLE OF CHAMPAGNE! when you book a table for 15 people or more. ID may be required. The management reserve the right to withdraw this promotion without notice. Offer limited to one per group. Please quote the code FB 05 FAM when booking. Champagne is Duval Leroy Brut. Subject to availability, and not to be used in conjunction with any other promotion. Priory Place, Fairfax Street, Coventry CV1 5RX Tel: 024 7623 0088 Email: Coventry@dogmabars.com www.dogmabars.com
China Express
Free
Free bottle of bubbly for birthday bookings. Simply present this voucher or quote FA2 if phoning. 1 Priory Place, Fairfax Street, Coventry CV1 5SQ Tel: 024 7655 9988 Email: chinaexpress@gmx.com www.bailemenchinaexpress.co.uk
Free
Bar no.3
Millennium Place
Beyond the ARCHES
INDEPENDENT RETAILERS | OUT & ABOUT
£5 off lunch for two at Bar no.3* *Offer includes Burgers, Mains, Pieminister Pies, Noodles & Salads. Offer excludes shares and starters. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Valid until 31/01/2010. 3 Priory Place, Fairfax Street, Coventry CV1 5SQ. Tel: 024 7655 5557
£5 off
Esquires Coffee House 20% off all menu drinks on presentation of this voucher. *Offer valid until 4th January 2010. Not valid with any other offer. Coventry Transport Museum, Millennium Place, Hales Street, Coventry CV1 1JA Tel: 024 7625 7300 Email: stevenp@esquirescoffee.co.uk www.esquirescoffee.co.uk
20% off
MYO Restaurant Monday to Wednesday 5pm – 6:30pm – online ONLY booking 2 for 1. The Old Fire Station, 1st Floor, Hales Street, Coventry CV1 1JA Tel: 024 7655 3551 Email: rois-ali@hotmail.com www.myo-restaurant.co.uk
Trinity Street Newsagents
2 for 1
Pic ’n’ Mix at Trinity Street Newsagents this Christmas: This year we have prepared over 50 different flavours of Pic ‘n’ Mix for you to enjoy. Bring this voucher to our shop at 16 Trinity Street and get 15% off when you buy over 100 gram.
15% off
16 Trinity Street, Coventry CV1 1FL Tel: 024 7655 1538 / 07864537793 Email: Kasra2@hotmail.com
Chicken Cottage FREE Drink with purchases £5 and over on presentation of this voucher. Offer valid until 31/01/2010. Try the best chicken in town!!! 3 Trinity Street, Coventry CV1 1FJ Tel: 024 7622 9696
Dunwood Travel
Free
View our extensive range of great value holidays and if you book you can enter this voucher into our free prize draw. Closing date for prize draw 16th January 2010 15 Trinity Street, Coventry CV1 1FJ Tel: 024 7652 0000 www.dunwoodtravel.co.uk
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On the Burge of Transformation The Burges & Hales Street
The Burges and Hales Street are home to a diverse array of independent boutiques, barbers, bars, jewellers and beauty salons. In the midst of an exciting regeneration period, this area is a haven for retro trends, funky footwear and young and quirky fashion. Forbidden Planet Hand in this voucher for 10% off ANYTHING in store! Not to be used in conjunction with any other voucher/offer. *Offer ends 4th January 2010.
10% off
31 Cross Cheaping, Coventry CV1 1HF Tel: 024 7622 9672 www.forbiddenplanet.com
Buttons Regular cod and chips, mushy peas and a nice hand-cut piece of bread and butter with your choice of tea or coffee for £4.19. Valid until 01/02/2010. 28 The Burges, Coventry CV1 1HL Tel: 024 7622 7985
Meal Deal
Subway Family Feast – 4 x 6” subs, 4 x dispensed drinks and 4 x cookies = £12.99. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer.
Family Feast
The Burges, Coventry Tel: 024 7655 5855 Email: subwaycov@aol.com www.subway.co.uk
Sapphire Jewellers 15% off any watch instore with this voucher. (Excluding sale watches).
15% off
26 The Burges, Coventry CV1 1HL Tel: 024 7622 5391 Email: Enquiries@sapphirejewellers.co.uk www.sapphirejewellers.co.uk
KONG SPORTS – KONG - VANS NUS (show card) or voucher holder 5% discount on clothing.
5% off
18–20 The Burges, Coventry Tel: 024 7652 0972
Renegade Loyalty card for our regular customers. 10% off for students – (show NUS card). 9 Hales Street, Coventry CV1 1JB Tel: 024 7652 0225 Email: info@renegaderecordsuk.com www.renegadeuk.net
10% off
Hannigans 15% off with this voucher. Valid until 31/01/2010. 3 Hales Street, Coventry Tel: 024 7622 3536 www.hannigansmenswear.co.uk
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The competition was won by Raphaella Philcox, an 11 year old schoolgirl from Leamington Spa after her photograph of Frank Whittle taken from underneath the Whittle Arches in Millennium Place won over the judges.
JUNE War Memorial Park By Kat Rouse
Raphaella’s picture of Frank Whittle particularly stood out due to its excellent composure and iconic nature. Despite being such a young age (only 10 when she took the photo!), the keen amateur photographer beat off competition from around 550 entries to claim the prize of £200 Jessops’ vouchers. Raphaella will now see her photo featured on the front cover of the official 2010 Coventry calendar alongside a further 11 runners up.
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The lovely people at West Orchards are offering children the chance to see Santa for free in his magical Christmas Grotto from the 29th November onwards. To prebook to see Santa in the West Orchards Shopping centre simply log onto www.westorchards.co.uk from 1st November. Every child that goes through the grotto will receive a free ‘Night before Christmas in Coventry’ book, and will have the option to purchase souvenirs and gifts from their visit.
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Courtesy of West Orchards Shopping Centre, Feel Alive Magazine Email: has managed to bag itself a “Limited Edition” Black Nintendo Telephone Wii bundle which includes the brand new black console plus a : black Remote, Nunchuk, and MotionPlus attachment. The box also includes a copy of Wii Sports Resort and the original Wii Sports, Return yo ur sl and we’re giving it all away for free. 1 Castle Y ips to Feel Alive W ii ard, Off H ay Lane, C Noir, Closing oventr y, C date 31s V1 5RF t Decem Please tic k if you w ber 200 ould like 9
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