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HUGE INVESTMENT @ JOHN LEWIS & PARTNERS A £21 million investment and refurb of John Lewis & Partners in the Queensgate shopping centre, has been announced. It’s due to be completed by January 2020 and includes an overhaul and reconfiguration of the entire shop with improvements being made to all departments alongside the addition of exciting new features.

While the work is taking place customers can take a virtual reality tour of their new-look shop using VR headsets that showcase all the shop’s new features.

The upper ground floor will be home to an Experience Desk where specially trained Partners will provide a concierge-style service and help them book Personal Styling and Home Design and its Nursery Advice service.

In the new Womenswear department, they’re introducing a ‘Style Studio’, where customers can visit for a one on one personal styling appointment or a group style consultation.

The Beauty Hall is being given a makeover in time for Christmas.

This will see the introduction of new brands and a new beauty concierge-style service.

A new ‘The Place to Eat’ will open with stylish new decor and a new menu on the first floor in the autumn. During the refurbishment it will move to a temporary location on the first floor with a reduced menu.

The refurbishment forms part of the £60m extension of Queensgate. Set to be complete by autumn 2021, the 77,000 sq ft extension will be anchored by a ten-screen Empire Cinema and will create 200 job opportunities.

NEW £65,000 NATURAL PLAY AREA AT SACREWELL There’s more good news for local attractions as a new immersive natural play area will officially open at Sacrewell Farm and Country Centre on Tuesday July 2.

Using features of the natural landscape, including the stream and woodland, the play area will encourage children to reconnect with nature through adventure play.

It’ll be officially opened at 1pm, followed by a celebration near the Grade II* listed Watermill with refreshments provided by Origin8 so why not pop down and take the kids.

The project has been funded by a £50,000 grant from Augean South Ltd following a recommendation from the King’s Cliffe and Thornhaugh Environmental Associations. The William Scott Abbott Trust which operates the visitor centre at Sacrewell contributed a further £15,000.

Sacrewell worked with pioneers in natural play, Earth Wrights Ltd., which designed activities that include den and nest building, balance beams, walks and bridges that complement the area, which is located near the popular Pooh Sticks Bridge. www.sacrewell.org.uk.

HAVE A BALL THIS FATHER’S DAY AT QUEENSGATE It’s time to dive in - a giant ball pit is coming to Queensgate Shopping Centre for Father’s Day weekend!

If you’re looking for something fun to do with the kids, then this is a whole new ball game. If your kids can find the two golden balls hidden amongst thousands of multi-coloured ones, you’ll have the chance to win a £500 Queensgate gift card!

Each child has 30 seconds to find the two balls and whoever is the fastest to find them over the weekend will scoop this amazing prize – perfect for treating dad to an extra special something.

The event runs across the whole June 15-16 weekend and it’s free to take part. There’s no need to book – just turn up and let your kiddies loose in the ball pit.

The giant ball pit will be located in Central Square, outside Primark.

CYCLING FESTIVAL NEEDS VOLUNTEERS – AND OLD BIKES Bourne cycle festival organisers are looking for old bikes – to paint yellow and place along the route – and Race-Makers to help as volunteers over the weekend of August 31 and September 1.

CiCLE Festival is organised by South Kesteven District Council and is a weekend combining top class professional road cycle racing with events to appeal to all the family.

Organisers are looking for volunteers to help with marshalling and stewarding on the route. No experience is required - just a sense of fun and the ability to blow a whistle and wave a flag!

The cycle routes will go through 35 villages, as well as Bourne, and they need old bikes to paint them up so that they can decorate the route with yellow bikes.

Bourne’s Wellhead Park is the place to enjoy cycling-themed fun on both days, with BMX bike extravaganza, skateboarding, vintage cycling demonstrations, refreshments, stalls and entertainment.

Find out all you need to know on www.bournecicle festival.com.

VIVACITY WELCOMES EMINENT PAINTER TO PETERBOROUGH This month Vivacity’s rolling program at Peterborough Museum and Art Gallery showcases the work of Graham Crowley, an experienced painter whose career has spanned over half a century. During this time, Graham’s paintings have evolved through many different styles.

Graham was also Professor of Painting at the Royal College of Art. This exhibition, A Love of Many Things, forms a broad survey of his work which will give first time visitors to the gallery, or people previously unfamiliar with Graham’s work, a perfect introduction.

Vivacity’s rolling program of art at Peterborough Museum and Art Gallery regularly offers a wide variety of different things to see.

The exhibition runs from June 14 to September 18 and you can find out more online at www.vivacity.org.

BURGHLEY HOUSE FILM FESTIVAL One of the UK’s most picturesque outdoor cinemas is back this summer in Lincolnshire.

Set in the gardens of Elizabethan gem Burghley House, in Stamford, the Burghley Film Festival (July 24-28) boasts a lineup of 20 ďŹ lms across the ďŹ ve days.

It includes mega musical hits The Greatest Showman and Bohemian Rhapsody as well as Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again.

There’s romance with Pride and Prejudice, the brilliantly cynical period comedy The Favourite through to Oscarwinning blockbuster Black Panther.

For younger generations, daytime open air screenings include Incredibles 2, The Jungle Book and another Oscar-winner, Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse.

For early birds, tickets are available in advance at ÂŁ15.50 for adults and ÂŁ10.50 for children until the end of June.

For a full list of all the movies and to book online tickets, visit www.burghley.co.uk or telephone 01780 752451.

CHARITY MAGIC CABARET EVENING There’s a great fundraising night coming up in Castor - a Charity Magic Cabaret Evening with close up magic and mind reading, featuring Duncan William, professional magician and mind reader. It's being held in Castor village hall on June 28 from 7.30pm.

It should be a great night and is helping to fundraise for Build It International. Tickets are ÂŁ10 per person (suitable for ages 16+).

Contact Clare on 07732 851089 or email charity.magic2806@ gmail.com.

300 FREE CHILDREN’S PLACES IN THE ANNA’S HOPE 5K FUN RUN This year Anna’s Hope are encouraging children to run or walk have fun and make a difference in the Anna’s Hope 5K Fun Run in this year’s Perkins Great Eastern Run on Sunday October 13. They’re offering up to 300 free places for children up to 16 in the Anna’s Hope 5K Fun Run who aim to raise £30 or more for Anna’s Hope. Just £30 will fund one week’s specialist neurorehabilitation support for one child with a brain tumour and £125 is enough for a month’s care.

Children taking part will also be awarded a certiďŹ cate in addition to the medal they receive for completing the run. In addition, any school that raises more than ÂŁ375 for Anna’s Hope (three months support for one child) will receive a ‘Making a Difference’ trophy. Just email admin@annashope.co.uk or call 01780 740492.

FREE RUNNING SESSIONS FOR PGER If you’re getting in shape for the Perkins Great Eastern Run on Sunday October 13, the free lunchtime running sessions are back through until July.

The hour-long sessions leave the Embankment Athletics Track, in Bishop’s Road, every Wednesday from now until July 3 and all abilities are catered for.

The sessions take place from 12noon to 1pm and are overseen by a fully qualiďŹ ed England Athletics Endurance Coach.

There’s no need to book simply turn up with your trainers and running clothes. Changing facilities and showers are available - for more info email info@run4fun.co.uk.

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Mikey Clarke has the ESP guide to the best shows around...

Peterborough Playgoers present Deathtrap We have some great local talent in the city and this month Peterborough Playgoers are presenting Deathtrap by Ira Levin.

Unknown dramatist Clifford Anderson has sent his new thriller to award-winning Broadway author Sidney for comment – or has he? Without a success to his credit for some years, Sidney plots with his reluctant wife Myra about how best to plagiarise Deathtrap and when Clifford turns up to discuss the play with the 'Master', events take a sinister turn.

This play holds the record for the longest running comedy thriller on Broadway running from February 1978 until January 1982, clocking up 1793 performances. It was filmed in 1982 with Michael Caine and Christopher Reeve playing the male leads. And now you get to see it here in Peterborough!

Catch it at the Key Studio from June 5 – 8. Tickets are £14 from the Key on 01733 207239.

Fast Love – A Tribute to George Michael Direct from London’s West End, get ready for an unforgettable evening celebrating the global superstar that is George Michael at Peterborough New Theatre on Broadway.

The show features all his hits including Father Figure, Freedom, Faith and many more. This show will take you on a musical journey from the moving Jesus To A Child, to the celebration of Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me, to everyone’s favourites I’m Your Man and Wake Me Up. It’s a respectful tribute to one of the greatest musicians of all time with a stunning stage show that’s taking the globe by storm. Don’t miss it on Friday July 5.

Tickets are £15 - £26.50 through www.seetickets.com or call 01733 452336. www.newtheatrepeterborough.com.

There’s a Club Tropicana afterparty in The Broadway Suite. Tickets £4.

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Coldplace

Soul Legends

Funnily enough, just one hour prior to writing this page, I was singing along loudly to Coldplay’s Fix You in the car. I love the thought of singing along with hundreds of other people and can soon do so.

Coldplace are a tribute band whose quality and experience on the tribute scene are second to none. In 12 years the band has over 600 gigs under their belts across the length and breadth of the UK and abroad in over twenty different countries worldwide.

Coldplace know what’s expected from a live tribute show – the accuracy, musicianship, dedication and passion for Coldplay's music. Their aim, as a tribute to one of the world's biggest bands, is to capture the feeling of a live Coldplay performance, the music, the visuals, the energy and the atmosphere.

We all know and love the songs of Coldplay. Expect to hear all the classics at the Cresset on Friday June 21.

Tickets are £22.50 on 01733 265705.

Whether you’re a Soul Man, a Natural Woman, or just a plain old Sex Machine, there’s something here for you.

The smash-hit spectacular, Soul Legends, will be bringing to life the hits of Barry White, George Benson, Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin, James Brown, Tina Turner, Lionel Richie, Wilson Pickett, Chaka Khan, Earth Wind & Fire, and more, all in ‘soulsational’ style!

Jump aboard the soul train at the Cresset on Thursday June 27 as it takes you on an unforgettably smooth music journey from its sixties origins, to present day, via all the classic seventies and eighties floor fillers.

You’ll be wowed by an all-star cast of talented singers and musicians, and amazed by the costumes and jaw-dropping choreography.

You’ll be on your feet reliving your favourite soul anthems: Respect, Ain’t Nobody, Knock On Wood, Midnight Hour, You’re My First My Last My Everything, Best Of My Love, River Deep Mountain High, Ain’t No Stopping Us Now, Beat It, I Feel Good, Three Times a Lady, Get Down On It, and more. Tickets are £26.50 on 01733 265705.

SISTER ACT One of my favourite films as a child is coming to a stage near us. Nostalgia overload!

Sister Act is the feel-good musical comedy smash based on the hit 1992 movie that has audiences jumping to their feet!

When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a murder, she’s put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won't be found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight Mother Superior.

Using her unique disco moves and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows her cover. Soon, the gang is giving chase, only to find them up against Deloris and the power of her newly found sisterhood.

Filled with powerful gospel music, outrageous dancing and a truly moving story get ready to sing their praises at the Stamford Corn Exchange Theatre on June 7 & 8. Tickets are £15 (concessions £13) on 01780 766455.

Complete Madness Get ready to take One Step Beyond as Sweeney Entertainments bring us a night of Complete Madness at the Key Theatre on Thursday June 13.

The 5-piece band will take you on a musical journey through the story of one of Britain's most memorable, visual and fun bands.

Complete with crazy costumes, comedy and chirpy banter, Complete Madness invite you to their 'House of Fun'. And of course, it features all of our favourites including Baggy Trousers, One Step Beyond, It Must Be Love and Driving In My Car. It promises to be a riot from beginning to end.

It’ll be like a night out at the City’s much loved Reflex bar back in the day – but live.

Tickets are £24.50 on 01733 207239.

4Ever Hollywood As a huge fan of the West End and all things Hollywood – here’s one I’m particularly looking forward to.

4Ever Hollywood is an all singing, all dancing show celebrating four fabulous decades of timeless tunes and fancy footwork of the silver screen legends with songs from your fave films.

Featuring leading West End performers from Phantom of the Opera, Chicago, The Producers, Anything Goes, Oklahoma, Kiss Me Kate, Guys & Dolls, Sunset Boulevard and much more.

See this great show at The Key Theatre on Friday June 28.

Tickets are £21.50 on 01733 207239.

The Roses of Eyam Stamford Shoestring Theatre Company will be presenting their epic production of The Roses of Eyam at not only Stamford Arts Centre but also Cornwall’s famous Minack open-air theatre this summer.

The resident amateur theatre company had to find 40 actors and musicians to take part in this production of Don Taylor’s epic play The Roses of Eyam, which tells the moving true story of what happened in the Derbyshire village of Eyam in 1665 when a box of clothes from London carried with it the Black Death. This year will be the seventh time they have been invited back to perform at Minack.

To research the background to the play, all 40 actors travelled by coach to the village of Eyam to look at the records of the families of victims and survivors of the plague. It was a truly moving experience to visit the museum and to walk around the beautifully preserved village. One unique aspect of their production will be live music, played by a group of talented folk musicians, to set the scene and to create the authentic atmosphere of 17th Century England.

Traditional English folk songs have been chosen to fit with the action of the play, so although the events depicted are tragic there is also a lot of joy, dancing and even comedy as the villagers face up to the challenge.

The main run of the show will be at Stamford Arts Centre from Tuesday June 4 to Saturday June 8, and there’ll be an outdoor performance in the garden of Stamford’s historic Browne’s Hospital on Sunday June 23 at 2pm as part of the Stamford Festival before they perform at Minack in July.

Tickets for all the Stamford performances are available from the Stamford Arts Centre box office on 01780 763203, website www.stamfordartscentre.com.

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LocalEvents If you ever hear someone say, “There’s nothing to do in Peterborough,” please direct them to their nearest copy of ESP Magazine. We cover a huge range of local events (with even more on the website – espmag.co.uk). Over the next few pages you’ll find just some of the great things our vibrant city has to offer!

Mikey Clarke

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Deepings Raft Race - have you built your raft yet?

Peterborough Dragon Boat Race is here!

Myself and the ESP Motley Crew are ready to take on the other 47 teams in another sold out Dragon Boat Race on Saturday June 8.

Pop down to the Rowing Lake to support us and the many other colourful teams in fancy dress and enjoy some great racing action every few minutes along with some fun bankside activities.

There’s always a great atmosphere and it’s free to watch – and frankly we’ll need a few cheers to keep us going! ESP is proud to be the print media partner for the event once again and as we’re celebrating our 20 years in print this year we’re gunning for a win... well at least not to capsize!

It’s all perfectly organised by Gable Events, sponsored by IKEA and raises money for Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall so join us and Connect FM and maybe you’ll feature in our Paparazzi pictures so watch out for our photographer on the day. Bring the family down and make a day of it!

Looking to unleash your creative side?

Like to get a bit competitive? The Deepings Raft Race 2019 will take place on Sunday August 4. Over 40 rafts, designed and decorated to this year’s theme ‘Mardi Gras / Carnival’ will race up the River Welland from Bridge Street, Deeping St James to Market Deeping. It’s fantastic fun to participate in but also to watch with plenty of water splashed between rafts and spectators. There’ll be fancy dress galore and streets packed with all kind of stalls, food and drink outlets – including a bar in a double decker London bus – a fun fair, marching band, mini rafts for the younger children to enter and much more.

It’s free for spectators and only a small fee to enter a raft – with the proceeds going to charity.

Raft teams can be from two to eight people, so come on, enter and get building!

Visit www.deepingsraft race.co.uk for lots more information, to enter a raft or book a stall.

Follow them on Facebook @thedeepingsraftrace.

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The team at Vivacity are excited to kick-off summer with the opening of the Lido for 2019.

For me, the official start to the summer is my first jump into the Lido pool. I have amazing memories of being there with friends and family.

Peterborough’s much-loved Lido has just opened its doors for the summer season with the popular outdoor attraction hoping to see over 20,000 people enjoy a great season of outdoor swimming and family fun throughout the coming months.

The Lido has three heated, outdoor pools; a large 50m main pool with an opportunity for lane swimming and family splash, a learner pool for children and a paddling pool for toddlers. There’s also an outdoor café, children’s play area, family picnic lawn and terraces with views of Peterborough Cathedral.

This year at the Lido, there will be a calendar of events on offer. From celebrating Summer Solstice and Peterborough Pride to early morning and midnight swims, there will be something for everyone to enjoy in the grounds of this unique Art Deco inspired building.

Also, Vivacity are proud to offer FREE swimming to all children under 5 at the Lido and you can take advantage of this at all other Vivacity swimming pools across the city.

Working alongside Friends of the Lido, Vivacity is looking to enjoy a great season of outdoor swimming and family fun at their treasured Lido and I for one can’t wait!

Peterborough Lido Opening times and admission prices Open daily 9am – 7pm (Open from 7.30am every Wednesday and Sunday) Single entry: Adults £5.90 / Children £4.20 For more details please visit www.vivacity.org/lido

Cathedral Nave Dinner

Peterborough Art Society and Annual Exhibition 2019 Happy Birthday to you, Happy… This year Peterborough Art Society is celebrating its 90th anniversary! The society was formed in 1929, making it one of the oldest in the country. They have a current membership of 73 who are a friendly bunch with a wide range of abilities and expertise, from the novice to a few gifted professionals and are always keen to encourage anyone who may be interested.

It’s a new season at Vivacity Lido Peterborough

They have two annual exhibitions with the main one for this year being held from June 8 - 22 from 10am to 4pm, except on Sundays when it will be open between 1pm and 4pm. The venue, as usual, will be at St John’s Church in Cathedral Square. Entrance is free. They encourage anyone to go along to see the variety of work on display and for sale.

If you’re interested in finding out more, take a look at their website www.peterboroughartsociety.org.uk.

Peterborough Cathedral has really stepped things up during the years – coming up with new and exciting ways to get people through the doors. This month is no exception. On Friday June 21 it’s time for one of the most prestigious events of the season, the annual fundraising Nave Dinner.

Guests will gather in the medieval Cloisters for canapés and drinks to the accompaniment of the celebrated Esterhazy String Quartet. Then it’s time to dine inside the Cathedral with an elegant dinner beneath the magnificent 13th century ceiling.

The inspiring guest speaker will be the writer, journalist and broadcaster John McCarthy CBE who was kidnapped in Lebanon in 1986 by Islamic Jihad and held in captivity until 1991. John will tell his story and share the insights he gained from those harrowing years.

So get your glad rags ready and prepare for a truly unique dining experience. Check the cathedral website for tickets.

Get ready to step back in time at city’s Heritage Festival It’s one of the biggest and best events in the city and is one of our favourites – Peterborough Heritage Festival is back on Saturday June 15 and Sunday June 16 so get ready to step back in time.

Photos: Chris Brudenell

They’ll love Fiery Jack, the medieval jester with his shows, circus skills and storytelling and there’s plenty to try out too including Have-A-Go Archery.

Wander through the cathedral gates and you’ll find everything from Roman centurions to WWII soldiers and historic vehicles with a Medieval knight riding past on the way – it’s like being on a film set, you’ll love it!

It’s on from 10am – 5pm each day, visit www.vivacity.org for all the details.

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very year this fabulous free weekend organised by Vivacity attracts over 30,000 visitors and sees over 300 reenactors recreate living history in the city centre with encampments, displays and exciting battle sequences!

It’s the UK's largest multi-period city centre living history festival and will take over the Cathedral precincts and Cathedral Square in the city centre for another year of traditional family fun.

There’s a different theme each year and this month there’ll be a distinctly Victorian flavour to proceedings as the Heritage Festival not only looks back over 3,000 years of history, but commemorates 200 years since the birth of Queen Victoria.

If you’ve loved the TV series, you’ll love this theme so head down and explore the Victorian re-enactor encampment which will see a group of Victorian Volunteer Rifle Corps preparing to defend us from the potential threat of war with France.

These were common in the time and were essentially the Home Guard of their era - a kind of Victorian Dad's Army! They were actually a precursor to the Territorial Army.

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The Victorians were particularly interested in Folklore and popular legend so get ready to listen to our very own Victorian Folklorist who’ll show you different folk traditions from Peterborough, the Fens and beyond.

There will also be a Victorian magician performing close-up magic and spellbinding tricks as part of the children's area.

New this year is a Steampunk display in the main arena, expanding on The Clockwork Infirmary that’s been held at the Museum in previous years. They’ll be demonstrating facets of Victorianainspired science fiction and art with stalls available to purchase memorabilia at the Museum.

Take a walk along ‘Heritage Street’ which builds on the Cultural Treasures tent from 2018, which will have a town square of local history stalls and representatives from local community groups displaying their heritage and offering things to see, do and buy.

We love this festival because everywhere you turn you’re transported into a different era and the re-enactors are always so keen to tell you more about the time periods they’re so passionate about.

It’s amazing to see history brought to life and there’s so much to learn and enjoy. It’s a great one for families too with loads for the kids to get excited about – and did we mention it’s free?!

CATHEDRAL EVENTS As part of the Heritage Festival fun Peterborough Cathedral is also hosting some special events.

On Saturday June 15 there’ll be Tower Top Climbs between 10am and 4pm giving you a unique opportunity to view the Festival and the city from this amazing view point.

Take a 30-40 minute tour every hour, on the hour. The climbs will involve a straight climb up the steps of the northwest tower onto the central tower outside, for stunning views across the city.

Tickets are £5 or £16 for a group of four. Ages 8+ only. Restrictions apply.

Book in advance on www.peterborough-cathedral.org.uk.

FILM SCREENINGS There will also be some special film screenings inside the Cathedral on Saturday June 15 with the animation Brave showing at 2pm followed by a screening of A Knight's Tale starring Heath Ledger at 6.30pm.

Tickets are £5 per person. Book on www.peterborough-cathedral.org.uk or call 01733 355315 / 452336.

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ESP’s Mikey Clarke has our guide to the best summer festivals...

Bourne Festival You’ve probably noticed by the growing number of people sitting in beer gardens that warmer weather is here. Here’s a great excuse to get out in the sunshine. Bourne Festival is back again for its 17th year on June 7, 8 & 9.

Hosted on the Wellhead in Bourne, the festival will host the usual mix of live music, Roger Tuby funfair, craft fair, food court and real ale and cider bars over the weekend. The three day event brings live music of all genres to the town, with a fun and

friendly atmosphere and there’ll be 80 real ales and 25 ciders on tap. Read more from Keith in our Live Music section (P.48/49) and for the full band listing see our Gig Guide, their Facebook page or visit www.bournefestival.com.

Admission’s £3 a day, with a weekend pass costing just £5 and it’s free for children under 11.

The event’s completely run by volunteers and their aim is to raise as much money for local charities as they can.

Oundle International Festival

Peterborough Italian Festival

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I’ll be putting my diet on hold for a couple of days next month. Fellow Mediterranean food lovers are also being urged to set dates in their diaries for one of the biggest celebrations of Italian culture in the country.

The eleventh annual Peterborough Italian Festival will be held in Cathedral Square this summer and making a special guest appearance is one of the UK’s bestloved chefs, Gennaro Contaldo.

The hugely popular event has traditionally been held in September, but this year’s festival will take place on Saturday July 6 and Sunday July 7.

Gennaro, who’s famed for teaching his protege Jamie Oliver all he knows about Italian cooking, will share his culinary expertise and hold cooking demonstrations.

The free event is organised by Peterborough's Italian Community Association and supported by Peterborough City Council, offering a wide range of tantalising sweet and savoury food.

Gennaro will be present on the Sunday and his appearance adds to a bumper list of activities planned for both days – with full details to be announced closer to the event.

As in previous years the Mediterranean extravaganza will also feature an Italian market, classic Italian cars and motorcycles, confectionery, ice-cream, pasta, football, scooters and much more.

The festival runs from 12noon ‘til 5pm on both days and we’ll have more in our next issue.

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We’re all getting excited for another big festival taking place next month as the Oundle International Festival brings us a fantastic range of entertainment for all tastes.

From a jig at the Ceilidh through to jazz and then the finale at the Party at the Wharf with ABBAMANIA there’s music and entertainment of all kinds from July 4-14.

The event’s back for its 35th year with a programme so broad in appeal that there has to be something for you in the mix!

They’ll be welcoming back Kathryn Tickell with her band The Darkening, Ronnie Scotts’ All Stars make another welcome return plus there’s plenty for classical music fans to enjoy as well.

Outdoor events feature heavily this year with two theatrical productions for families old and young: introducing a particularly ‘green’ performance of Much Ado About Nothing, The Handlebards arrive carrying all their props and costumes on bicycles in preparation for a brilliant Shakespearean experience in front of Lyveden’s National Trust Elizabethan property.

Heartbreak Productions return to Barnwell Country Park, this time with Gansta’ Granny, another sell out adaptation of a David Walliams’ best seller. As part of the annual Oundle on Show weekend, Barnwell Country Park will also be hosting their sixth Music in the Park featuring regional brass bands throughout the day.

The big one is the Party on the Wharf with local bands Likuid Lemon and the ever popular Acoustic Supper Club along with slick and sophisticated Funk Soul Brother all warming you up for the headline act, none other than ABBAMANIA. Early bird tickets are available up to June 22.

Many events sell out in advance so for tickets and more details head to www.oundlefestival.org.uk.

Festival on the Green What’s that I hear you ask? Just can’t get enough of festivals? You want more? Well, the Botolph Festival is returning once again with old and new attractions to keep the whole family entertained on June 14, 15 & 16.

The infamous Snail Race Night is back with competitive cartoon creatures on the big screen.

There’ll be children’s activities, including steam train rides, craft stalls and the festival’s ‘pop-up beer garden’ all on offer.

There’ll be a soft drinks stand plus the Giddy Aunt’s Gin & Prosecco stall for grownups. Snail Shell Café will serve hot drinks and slush and Richard the Fenland Roaster returns with his delicious food.

There’ll be a variety of village fete activities, the terrific Palmerston Ukulele Band will keep spirits high and even the family pet can join in by entering the annual Dog Show.

Arena displays and demo’s include a Highland Pipe Band, a rugby demo by the PRUFC girls, the Harmony Majorettes, the Performing Arts Academy and exciting Danz Fusion. Local band Tiger Club is booked for Saturday evening in the marquee.

On Sunday Rev Imogen Falvey of Holy Trinity will host an informal service in the marquee – follow it up with a good old fashioned full English breakfast for Father’s Day! The much loved Yarwell & Nassington Britannia Brass Band will play on the Green during the afternoon.

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Shows are Tonic for Car Grieving

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Stepping out with Graziano Both of Strictly Come Dancing’s Italian stallions were in town recently when they starred in separate shows at The Cresset.

Giovanni Pernice was too busy charming the ladies to give me a second look but Graziano Di Prima took time out and posed with me for a selfie.

He was shorter than he looks on TV and not as Adonis-like as he appears on the show.

His teeth were actually a standard shade of yellow like normal human beings. He was just an ordinary, pleasant 25-year-old guy.

Based on this observation – and the fact I can moonwalk – I’ve applied for this year’s Strictly because of my local ‘celebrity’ status.

Maybe the show can make me look like Gino D’Acampo?

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I recently parted with my beloved car of seven years and I’m not afraid to admit that I’m struggling with the grieving process.

I weighed up all the pros and cons and she had to go – I made a decision with my head and not my heart. The good news is I’ve replaced her with a money pit that’ll break down every week and the decision to purchase my new baby (can’t you tell I don’t have children) was made with my heart, not my head. Work that one out.

But I’m still struggling with the void my former baby has left in my petrolhead life, so going to as many car shows as I can this summer will go some way to help fill that gap.

The local classic car scene has always been particularly vibrant with a good handful of shows to enjoy. Here’s a few you’ll most probably see me either crying or drooling at (if I manage to get there without calling the RAC).

Peterborough Classic and Vintage Vehicle Festival – June 1 and 2: The former city council-run event is now organised by the Armed Forces Committee and it’s being held at Peterborough Lions Rugby Club.

Bourne Classic Car and Bike Show – June 16: Always a good variety of vehicles, especially motorbikes. Lots of stands and family activities. Good Father’s Day treat.

Baston Car & Bike Show – July 7: This show will be held in the grounds of Grimsthorpe Castle for the first time. Classic and modern cars are usually on display with dealerships in attendance too.

Maxey Classic Car & Bike Show – August 10: Now in its 18th year and always attracts a good selection of two and four-wheeled vehicles.

There’s live music, a real ale bar, a barbecue and children’s amusements.

Stamford Car Show – August 25: Another long-established show that attracts an eclectic mix of vehicles and with plenty of things to do for the family.

Bradley @ Halfords - top job fella Angelo - look after my baby! Gary - let’s ride for a coffee next time Dom - fancy showing at Bourne? Tom - office latest? Dave - it’s boat time!

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AIRPORTS Most of us I’m sure will be at one this summer and here’s a reminder why I love them so much: Rip-off parking, squealing suitcase wheels, tasteless and ice-cold Boots sandwiches, sitting next to someone’s feet, five seconds to get to your gate, furthest gate away, grumpy cleaners, people spraying perfume in your face, no chance to win that supercar, 100 school trips, rancid toilets and duty not free.

A bit Wonky after a Few Up until recently my experiences of real ales haven’t been that good.

The ones I’ve tried either smell of sick or smoked haddock and they’re usually murkier than Hunstanton sea water.

But it’s National Beer Day on June 15 and I think I’ve turned the corner on my journey to find an ale I can drink without it passing through the other end the same colour it went in.

According to the BMJ (British Medical Journal) teetotallers have a 45% higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s than drinkers who consumed up to 14 units of alcohol a week (the standard guideline amount).

So, I’ve decided to get myself up to the required 14 units and experimented in a couple of our city centre micro-pubs with some success, which is why I could order a pint with confidence at the Wonky Donkey on Fletton High Street.

I can’t remember what it was called but it was light, easy down the hatchet and smelled like a girl that works in the John Lewis perfumery. My Wonky posse had chosen wisely too, so it was smiles all round for a top watering hole. When’s the next session boys?

Am I the only One? I might as well come straight out with it. I’ve never seen Game of Thrones.

And I’ll no doubt get grief for my next statement: I don’t intend to watch it either.

Ask me why and my lame answer is that I can’t be bothered. It’s got to the point where I’m the only person on the planet who’s never watched it and if I started now it’ll be like ‘He’s so last year’.

Anyway, some colleagues of mine got all excited when a chair / throne thing turned up in Queensgate Shopping Centre for a weekend.

Hundreds queued just so they could sit on it while the only throne I was queuing for at the time was in the gent’s toilets at Stansted Airport.

I’ve never seen Lost Boys either. Is that a crime too?

JOIN US @ THE DRAGON BOAT RACE I only do water when it comes to having a shower but even I am excited about this month's annual Dragon Boat Race on Saturday June 8.

ESP has been the event's media partner for the last three years and surprise surprise it's sold out during this time with the maximum number of companies taking part.

This magazine's Motley Crew of 'rowers' will once again be represented at the rowing lake, as they splash around against other companies including Holiday Inn Peterborough West, Buckles Solicitors LLP, Midco Care, Whirlpool and main sponsors IKEA. Organised by Gable Events and compered by Connect FM, the race raises vital funds for Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice.

Last year the event raised a recordbreaking £35,000! This meant that Sue Ryder nurses, care staff and support teams were able to give more care to more local people.

So, if you want to see some of our crew paddle like their lives depend on it (I'm sure Darren's been training all year and Mikey's using it to burn off his Domino's addiction) then get yourselves down to the rowing lake and send us your photos!

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Look after your Pins This month is the launch of the first ever Legs Matter Week (June 3 to 7) – a campaign to raise awareness and understanding of lower leg and foot conditions.

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Fashion with Ferne Recently ESP headed down to the launch of Queensgate’s big Summer in the City fashion event, for a sneak peek at what trends we should be looking out for when shopping for our summer wardrobe.

Former TOWIE star Ferne McCann was there to launch it, and spoke to ESP columnist Rachael, (check out more from her chat with Ferne in her Health and Beauty column).

Ferne made sure to wear clothes that were available for everyone to buy right now in Queensgate – a blouse from River Island and denim skirt from Top Shop.

Ferne said, “Denim skirts are everywhere, and so in fashion for the summer. This paired with my new summer hairstyle and I feel bang on trend.”

Ferne talked ESP through some of her ‘top picks’ of summer favourites that are on sale in Queensgate right now!

Satin tie shirt from Top Shop - £35 In a cool champagne shade – soo versatile – perfect for work or dressing down with jeans in the evening.

Little white Tegan halter dress from Superdry - £54.99

Lady in Red Isabella wrap tea dress from Joules - £74.95

A little bit flirty with this halter neck – great for afternoons sitting outside round the BBQ and paired with a denim jacket.

This little wrap around number will catch the eye, with stunning red fabric it’s a must-have. Perfect for a summer afternoon tea trip!

Keep an eye on the Queensgate Facebook page for future events, and for further news on the new Skechers store opening soon!

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Food Glori us Food Riverford Picnic Walks

New Menu @ Harvest Barn Café Harvest Barn near Farcet is as popular for its café as it is the farm shop and deli. They’ve just launched their summer menu which includes delicious new additions including a new range of baguettes and the moreish new salads, including Chicken Caesar, Warm Vegetable & Cous Cous among others!

You can wash it down with their wide range of soft drinks or new, Honeycomb Latte, available for a limited time only.

If it’s a lovely warm day why not treat yourself to their new range of cooling Lickalix ice lollies, made with fresh fruit and only natural ingredients while you pick up some fresh produce for the week and the kids enjoy the play area.

Why not pop down on Open Farm Sunday on June 9 when there’ll be a BBQ, music, walks and much more.

Thrive Vegan Summer Festival

Here’s a foodie event with a difference and in a very special setting!

The Thrive Vegan Summer Festival is taking place at Moonhenge near Woodwalton on June 23.

The Thrive Tribe are ready to bring you a very special summer gathering following the overwhelming success of Peterborough’s first Vegan Christmas Festival.

The day will feature food vendors and stalls – all in the sacred and beautiful setting of Moonhenge on the outskirts of Peterborough (PE28 5YL).

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Once the sun comes out it make us fancy a picnic so it’s good to hear that Riverford organic farm are bringing back their picnic and walking tours to Sacrewell.

From this month there’s the chance to see, smell and taste produce on local walking tours starting on June 12 with more planned for July 3, August 7 and September 4.

You can get some exercise, spot some wildlife, learn about the farm and of course – eat! The walks are followed by a Riverford picnic dinner made using fresh seasonal ingredients. Tickets are priced at £8 for adults and £4 for children between 5 and 12 years old, there’s no charge for under 5s.

Nigel Venni, who helps to run the farm at Sacrewell, says the walks are a chance to experience the farm at its best: “Each week we deliver boxes of veg and other organic produce across Peterborough so we thought it would be a great idea to throw our doors open so that people can see

what we do for themselves. During summer, the farm is alive with activity and it’s the one time of the year when we plant, pick and sow crops all at once – it’s quite a sight.

Because our produce is organic, guests will be able to taste our crops straight off the stalk.”

If you like wildlife there’s plenty to see too – “Our farm at Sacrewell is home to a number of rare and endangered species,” says Nigel. “Butterflies brown argus and small heath have both been spotted on our farm, as have the birds reed bunting and yellowhammer. We also have flourishing communities of skylark and lapwing, despite their levels declining nationally.”

Unfortunately as the walks are around crops, you can’t take your four legged friends on this one and small children might find it hard going, it isn’t suitable for wheelchair users either.

Find out more and book tickets at www.riverford.co.uk/walkssacrewell or call 01803 227426.

It’ll be a ticketed, intimate event including talks from the likes of vegan Olympic athlete Fiona Oakes,vegan internet sensations Cath Kendall and Jordan Steven along with a representative from Extinction Rebellion.

Along with those speakers, and more, there will be a full programme of interactive workshops, including guided meditation, yoga, cacao ceremonies, henna and nature crafting.

As if this isn’t enough, there’ll be a stage of live music featuring local acts such as Opaque, A Great Notion and Pennyless as well as ethical national names including The Lartey Sisters and The High Breed.

A Thrive spokesman said: “We intend to marry the benefits of a plantbased diet with notions of ethical wellbeing at a festival promoting a sustainable future, a vegan lifestyle and family entertainment in relaxing and beautiful surroundings. The Christmas festival will return in November, but in the meantime, we wanted to bring a more exclusive, interactive and intimate experience – and what better time to do it than on Solstice weekend?”

Tickets are £22 for adults and £18 for 11-16-year-olds. Under-11s go free with a ticket-holding adult. They are available from www.eventbrite.com/e/thrive-vegan-summer-festival-tickets. Contact thriveveganfestival@gmail.com.

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Sundays is Back!

The Great British Food Festival @ Grimsthorpe Castle Foodies – it’s time to get excited as The Great British Food Festival is coming to Lincolnshire!

For the first time this celebration of fabulous food will be held in the grounds of the lovely Grimsthorpe Castle, near Bourne, over the weekend of June 15 and 16.

There’ll be over 75 different traders, a great mix of local produce and the best of British from further afield. On the hot food front you’ll be able to try anything from traditional hog roast to international dishes.

Along with wonderful food and drink there’ll be a marquee for fantastic chef demos, foodie talks and men vs food competitions.

The Chef Demo stage is headlined each day by Great British Bake Off Star, Howard Middleton who’ll be sharing some tips on centre stage.

There’s entertainment for all the family over the weekend, including forager walks, kid’s cookery lessons, free circus skills, party workshops and children’s amusements.

There’ll be live music throughout the day so grab a blanket and sit out for the day enjoying great food and drink, live music and beautiful surroundings. The perfect recipe for a fun, foodie day out for the whole family. www.greatbritishfoodfestival.com

Oundle Food Festival

It’s the one local foodies have been waiting for and it’s certainly a tasty day out!

The Oundle Food Festival takes place on Saturday June 22 and will see the town centre packed with delicious treats.

There’ll be over 75 food, drink and product stalls in a huge street market so more than enough to taste, try and buy! It features many of the region’s finest independent food and drink producers as well as

makers of kitchenware throughout the town's Market Place and New Street. They’re all passionate about what they do, and the market provides a chance to understand and sample, or try out their products.

It’s free admission with music and entertainment to add to the day. There are events and offers running throughout June too so make sure you visit www.oundlefoodfestival.co.uk so you don’t miss out.

They’ve been famous for their roast dinners for 14 years in the city and now Sundays roast dinner carvery has opened in Cathedral Precincts in the Becket Chapel.

Now though, it’s not just delicious roasties on the menu but also breakfasts and afternoon teas – all home-cooked and using fresh local produce.

Proprietor David Beever said he and his team are excited about the new venture – “This is a fantastic location. It’s also a great match between two organisations who both like to see the joys of Sunday (in our case Sunday lunch) roll out through the whole week! It has been lovely to see some of our former regular customers return, as well as to meet some new ones.”

Sundays also offer takeaway or eat-in roast meat rolls, as well as vegetarian options.

The Wheatsheaf in Titchmarsh If you’re looking for somewhere good to dine and drink just outside the city limits The Wheatsheaf at Titchmarsh is one to visit – and you might just recognise a familiar face at the bar.

Stuart Wright, who many people may remember from the Brewery Tap and Charters in Peterborough has taken over the business with his wife Frankie.

It had been managed by the Proper Pub Co for several months but Stuart and Frankie’s company Pub24 Ltd took over ownership in March.

They’re now well on their way to breathing new life into the pub introducing new craft beers, new food dishes, and have refurbished some of the interior which is looking great. They also have a beautiful garden to drink and dine in.

The team’s headed up by manager Gemma Southern and they pride themselves on great customer interaction and hospitality.

There’s no stuffiness or pretentions here – instead they’re happy to have a laugh and go that extra mile to accommodate customers.

Food wise the menu encompasses the likes of vegetarian, vegan & gluten free, and it’s prepared in-house as much as possible. You can relax, eat, drink and socialise in the extensive lounge and dining rooms.

The bar is widely stocked with some fantastic wines from Amps in Oundle, real ales, craft beers, traditional heritage ciders & artisan gins. Accompanied children and well behaved dogs are positively encouraged and as it’s only half an hour from the city centre why not make a visit?

The Wheatsheaf, 1 North St, Titchmarsh, NN14 3DH Tel: 01832 732203 www.the-wheatsheaf.pub www.facebook.com/thewheatsheaftitchmarsh

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2. Gemma Multi print top, Monsoon, Queensgate, £29 Denim skirt, Monsoon, Queensgate, £39 Shoulder bag, Accessorize, £19 Green necklace, Accessorize, Queensgate, £17 Straw hat, Accessorize, Queensgate, £20 Simply Home gin glasses 4 Set, Van Hage, £19.99

Jane Austin Straw Hat with Brown Tie, Van Hage, £8.99

Copper in the Clouds Flower Bomb gin 700ML, Van Hage, £39.99

Kettler Palma casual round patio set white wash (also available in Rattan), Van Hage, £1,795

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Kettler 3.3M freestanding arm LED Light & Wireless Speaker parasol taupe, Van Hage, RRP £599 NOW £539

White top, Fat Face, Queensgate, £29.50

Parisian House blush pink throw, Van Hage, £12.99 Marlini blush pink cushion, Van Hage, £12.99 each Gallery Home pink padded cushion, Van Hage, £15 each Marlini silver cushion, Van Hage, £19.99 each Floral silk Hydrangea vase, Van Hage, £39 Smart Garden Silver Lantern, Van Hage, £24.99 Kitchen Craft Wood & Marble Paddle Board 50cm x 40.5cm x 2cm, Van Hage, £64.99

Multi print trousers, Fat Face, Queensgate, £39.50

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10. Darren Blue floral short sleeve shirt, NEXT, Queensgate, £30 White T-shirt, NEXT, Queensgate, £6 Cotton shorts, NEXT, Queensgate, £25 10. Nicole Coral floral dress, Oasis, Queensgate, £42 Necklace, Oasis, Queensgate, £15 Circle straw bag, Oasis, Queensgate, £28 Metallic wedge espadrilles, Van Hage, £24.99 Jane Austin straw hat with brown tie, Van Hage, £8.99 Indulgence Jewellery cuff bangle, Van Hage, £15.99

10. Gemma Floral Bardot top, Oasis, Queensgate, £32 Denim mini skirt, Oasis, Queensgate, £34 Necklace, Oasis, Queensgate, £10 Orange raffia clutch bag, Oasis, Queensgate, £25 Heart bracelet, Van Hage, £12.99 11. Darren Short sleeve floral shirt, NEXT, Queensgate, £30 Grey chinos, NEXT, Queensgate, £22 Gold rim sunglasses, NEXT, £14

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paparazzi Caught in the act?

Yaxley Festival You might have needed your brolly at times but the hugely popular Yaxley Festival ended on a high note as the sun came out and so did the crowds. With two music stages featuring great local bands like Idolising Nova and Children of the Revolution along with many more, a fun fair, stalls and a range of food and drink outlets there was no shortage of entertainment. This free festival certainly deserves its popularity and ESP’s photographer Mike Harris captured the crowds soaking up the sun.

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Pop star Jessie J is back on the box and on our ESP front cover!

The singer with attitude and powerhouse vocals will be voicing her thoughts on some fresh young talent as she takes up the fourth red chair in The Voice Kids this month.

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eterborough’s had its fair share of local talent on The Voice, but often it’s the youngsters who really surprise the judges in the younger version of the hit TV entertainment show.

The Voice Kids returns to ITV this month and there's a new kid on the block as multi-platinum selling singer Jessie J gets ready to press the big red button alongside returning coaches, Will.i.am, Pixie Lott and Danny Jones. Jessie J has been touring extensively all over the world promoting her album R.O.S.E and will be returning for a couple of UK dates scheduled for mid July.

Now she’s back on our screens as the show returns for a third series as talented youngsters try to impress the four coaches as they sing for the star panel. Each coach will be looking for stars of the future, aged 7-14, to fill the nine spots on their teams

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when the series kicks off with the Blind Auditions.

Emma Willis is again hosting the show and, throughout the Blind Auditions, cheering on from the wings as she joins with the hopefuls’ founder fan club members – their friends and families.

Each coach has nine places on their teams to fill as they head into the Blind Auditions searching for the next generation of superstar singers.

For the first time both solo singers and double acts are eligible to sing their hearts out in a bid to get a coveted chair turn. After each performance, regardless of whether they’ve won a place with Will, Danny, Pixie or Jessie, all four coaches will turn to give the singers words of advice and encouragement.

Once the teams are complete, the coaching will begin as the youngsters work hard in the hope of making it through The Battles.

Each Battle will see three acts per team sing off for a place in the semi-final. There are no steals for the coaches in this competition so the youngsters will be going all out to make sure they’re one of just three acts their coach will put through to the semifinal.

At the semi-final, those singers will be singing to impress their coaches for one last time as each coach selects just one act per team to make it to the live final and then the ultimate decision will be in the hands of us, the viewers at home.

The final four will perform in the live final in the hope of winning the public vote.

Win the competition and they’ll secure a £30,000 bursary towards their musical education as well as a family holiday to Orlando courtesy of Universal Studios and Norwegian Air. Not bad eh?

The Voice Kids is an ITV Studios production of a Talpa format.

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NEW DIRECTOR HEADS UP PETERBOROUGH NEW THEATRE Peterborough New Theatre operators Selladoor Worldwide have announced the appointment of Theatre Director Richie Ross. Richie joined the Selladoor venues team on June 1 following a 2 year tenure as General Manager at the Regent Theatre Ipswich having worked in the leisure and entertainment industry since the age of 16.

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ith a career in theatre across a number of venues and touring theatre productions around the globe Richie says – “Over the last 15 years I’ve toured shows to this stunning theatre and when the opportunity came up to join the team at Selladoor Venues, it was an easy decision to make. It will be a real pleasure to be at the helm of this fantastic venue in the heart of Peterborough. I’m proud to be joining the team to steer the theatre on their new journey as we bring some of the UK’s leading large-scale touring shows back to the region.

“As we prepare to open the doors in September audiences can look forward to enjoying more than just exceptional entertainment as we rejuvenate some of the

wonderful front of house spaces.

Visitors can expect new delicious food and drink offers, dining events, live music nights and fabulous opportunities for private hire.

“Our aim is to put the local community at the centre of everything we do and look forward to people enjoying a great night out with us!”

Following a £1million investment from The Dawe Charitable Trust, the 1200 capacity theatre will re-open its doors from September 2019 as the Peterborough New Theatre, and joins The Landmark Theatre, Ilfracombe, and Queen’s Theatre, Barnstaple, under the operation of Selladoor Venues, alongside the Pavilion Theatre, Blackpool, in partnership with the Blackpool Entertainment Company.

We’re excited about the theatre’s inaugural season which includes great shows from Selladoor’s hit touring productions, Avenue Q and Madagascar The Musical, alongside Adam Spiegel Productions’ The Mousetrap, and Prime Pantomimes’ The Wizard of Oz, as well as top class acts like Lulu and many more yet to be announced.

SIGN UP FOR THE CHANCE TO WIN FREE THEATRE TICKETS Calling all theatre fans. In celebration of its launch in September The Peterborough New Theatre is giving one lucky winner the chance to win a year’s worth of theatre tickets. That’s two tickets every week from September 2019 to September 2020!

The winner can indulge in a fantastic series of theatre programming from family fun entertainment such as Madagascar The Musical and pantomime The Wizard of Oz through to the adult humour of Avenue Q and much more... all for free!

To enter the competition all you have to do is sign up to the Peterborough New Theatre’s mailing list by visiting www.newtheatre-

X Factor star returns to Madagascar – The Musical There are some exciting shows coming up at Peterborough New Theatre on Broadway and one we’re looking forward to in the autumn has a special star on board again.

X Factor winner Matt Terry will continue in the role of Alex the Lion, on the critically acclaimed UK tour.

Since winning X Factor, Matt’s been non-stop, recording music all over the world, and releasing his debut album Trouble in November 2017. His first single from the album, Sucker For You has had nearly 60 million streams on Spotify. After Sucker For You, Matt went back to his Spanish childhood by featuring on Enrique Iglesias’s smash single, Subeme La Radio alongside Sean Paul. Matt’s role in Madagascar has been hailed as a triumphant debut theatre performance receiving 5 star reviews across the tour.

Matt tells us: “I’m having such an amazing time touring in Madagascar the Musical, the audiences have been fantastic. The show brings together everything you will know and love from the Dreamworks film with an immense score and amazing sets, costumes and puppets. It’s an awesome night out for the whole family and I hope to see you there!”

New cast will join the company on September 19 and will include Posi Morakinyo (Marty), Connor Dyer (Melman) Anna Barnes (Private/Mort) Esme Laudat (Rico/Lynn) Michael Larcombe (Mason/Lars) Monique Ashe-Palmer (Kowaslki) William Beckerleg (Skipper/Maurice) with additional casting to be announced.

Based on the smash DreamWorks animated motion picture, join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the hip hip Hippo and those hilarious, plotting penguins as they bound onto stage in the musical adventure of a lifetime. Filled with outlandish characters, adventure galore and an upbeat score, you’ll have no choice but to ‘Move It, Move It!’ Tickets are now on sale for the shows in the city from October 2 - 6 on 01733 852992 or visit www.newtheatrepeterborough.com.

peterborough.com – simple as that (Terms and conditions apply).

Winners will be selected at random from all subscribers on August 31 to be announced as the venue opens its doors on September 1.

The launch marks the handover of the keys to Selladoor, as they take over the operation of the venue ushering in a new age for the much-loved theatre, based right in the heart of the city. www.espmag.co.uk

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Movie Review

TOY STORY 4 Voice cast: Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Joan Cusack, Keanu Reeves Director: Josh Cooley (Joan Cusack) and the rest of the toys are faced with a problem when Bonnie creates a new toy from arts and crafts called Forky (Tony Hale).

The problem is Forky suffers from an existential crisis about being a toy, and when he escapes from the pressures of his new existence, Woody goes to save him and ignites a road trip alongside new and old friends – and sends them on a journey that will change their Released lives forever.

The cast are claiming it’s the best one yet – but they’ll have to go some way to better Toy Story 3 – so fingers are firmly-crossed nine years has been worth the wait.

After the emotional ending to the exceptional Pixar-animated trilogy – only a fool would have thought that Disney wouldn’t cash in once again years later.

And that’s exactly what they’ve done, and to be honest after the sensational much-loved first three films – no-one’s complaining.

Some years after Andy gave his toys away to Bonnie (Madeleine McGraw), Woody (Tom Hanks), Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen), Jessie

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The final part of the X-Men ‘First Class’ quadrilogy – especially now Disney have bought out 20th Century Fox which will almost certainly lead to a reboot in the future – sees Sophie Turner’s Jean Grey develop incredible powers after a space accident which turns her into Dark Phoenix. Now the X-Men – including James McAvoy’s Professor X and Mystique (Jennifer Lawrence) – will have to decide whether the life of a team member comes before saving the world, with Jessica Chastain on villain duties as a manipulating alien shape-shifter, and Michael Fassbender’s Magneto always lurking in the background.

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MEN IN BLACK: INTERNATIONAL

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Thor: Ragnarok co-stars Chris Hemsworth and Tessa Thompson – as Agents H and M respectively – take over Men in Black ‘saving the universe’ duties from Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones, who headlined the first trilogy.

In this ‘sidequel’ the duo headline a London-based branch of the MIB secret agents after a series of alien attacks send them globe-trotting – but their biggest threat could be a ‘mole’ inside the organisation itself.

Emma Thompson returns as Agent O from the third film, while Liam Neeson joins the ride as High T, the head of the UK international branch.

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The director of The Help, Tate Taylor, switches genres and takes his Oscarwinning star Octavia Spencer with him into this psychological horror-thriller. Spencer stars as a lonely woman who befriends a group of teenagers and decides to let them party at her house. But just when the kids think their luck couldn’t get any better, things start happening which makes them question the intentions of their host.

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BRIGHTBURN

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In this reverse Superman scenario: What if a child from another world crash-landed on Earth – but instead of becoming a hero to mankind, he proved to be something far more sinister? Well Tori (Hunger Games’ star Elizabeth Banks) and Kyle Breyer (David Denman) are about to find out as their alien son Brandon grows up – in this sci-fi horror produced by Guardians of the Galaxy’s director James Gunn.

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It was bound to re-booted – and now it has. But with Luke Skywalkerhimself Mark Hamill voicing evil doll Chucky – it’s off to a good start. This new modern horror story take on the cult material follows Aubrey Plaza’s (Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates) mother, who gives her son (Gabriel Bateman) a toy doll – but both are unaware of its evil nature with it being cursed by the spirit of a serial killer.

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Oscar-winning Slumdog Millionaire helmer Danny Boyle directs this musical comedy – written by Love Actually scribe Richard Curtis – where a struggling singer-songwriter (Himesh Patel) wakes up in ‘another world’ where The Beatles never existed, after a freak bus accident. His fame then explodes as he performs songs that the world has never heard, in this fantasy that co-stars Cinderella’s Lily James.

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ANNABELLE COMES HOME

Home cooked food live music and much more

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The Conjuring Universe keeps on conjuring – with the third instalment in the Annabelle series the latest to try and capitalise on the popular horror franchise.

Determined to keep the doll from wreaking more havoc, ‘demonologists’ Ed (Patrick Wilson) and Lorraine Warren (Vera Farmiga), bring the possessed toy to be locked away ‘safely’ in their own home. But unsurprisingly things don’t quite go to plan.

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SMALLER CLASS SIZES with a typical size of around 20-25 students compared to universities who may have 100+ students in lectures.

UCP PROVIDES A DIFFERENT WAY OF STUDYING A DEGREE If you have not yet decided if or where you want to study a degree in September 2019, there is still time to plan how you can improve your chosen career path.

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niversity Centre Peterborough (UCP) are able to offer a unique proposition compared to other universities with many school leavers now choosing to stay in Peterborough or move from all over the UK. As the city is well connected with excellent road and rail links, it also makes is easier for commuter students to make the most of what UCP provides.

With Peterborough being the fourth fastest growing city in the UK, it makes sense to consider studying locally to get ahead and improve your job prospects locally. There is a wide range of courses to study at UCP which are all designed to link to job opportunities, especially in the local area. As UCP work with local employers, students can often get a head start and secure full time employment before they graduate.

Every year, hundreds of students graduate from UCP with many choosing to stay in the local area, which benefit local businesses by employing skilled

and career ready graduates with students getting jobs related to the course they studied.

So what makes University Centre Peterborough so different? You get excellent teaching facilities and dedicated lecturers as you would expect when studying a degree, but it’s the way they can deliver the courses which makes them offer such an attractive proposition.

STUDY IN FULL DAYS Due to its smaller size, UCP are able to timetable the majority of courses as two full days a week.

Compared to other larger universities who have to timetable their lecturers and seminars across the whole week with gaps in the timetable, UCP students come in for full days which gives them opportunities to find a work placement, internship or time to volunteer which will improve employability after they graduate. Mature students with personal or family commitments can then find is easier to accommodate time to study.

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SMALLER CLASS SIZES AND INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT Students get to study in smaller classes with a typical size of around 20-25 students compared to universities who may have 100+ students in lectures.

Smaller groups offer more opportunity for students to ask questions or engage with lecturers, with fewer pressures.

That means the lecturers get to know who you are, can offer oneto-one tutorial times, but also that you can get to know the lecturers better so they can support you.

FLEXIBLE STUDY OPTIONS Whilst all courses start in September there are many courses which give you the option of starting in January so there is flexibility of when you can choose to start. If the thought and practicability of studying fulltime is not convenient then you could choose to study part-time over 4 years as opposed to 3 years for a full-time degree.

CHOOSE FROM THE FOLLOWING COURSES There are still limited spaces on the following courses starting in September 2019. Some degrees can also be started in January 2020.

If you want to start a course in September 2020 there are even more degrees available.

Undergraduates Degrees • Accounting and Finance • Biological Sciences • Business Management • Business Management with Human Resources • Business Management with Marketing • Computing and Information Systems • Criminology • Digital Arts • Early Years and Education • Education Studies Top-up • English Literature • English with Creative Writing • Forensic Investigation • Journalism • Media Production • Psychosocial Studies • Sociology • Sport and Exercise Science Higher Education Courses • HNC/D Civil Engineering • HNC Construction • HNC/D Engineering

FIND OUT MORE AT AN OPEN DAY If you would like to find out more about the courses on offer, speak to students and the lecturing staff from the university centre, then you can attend one of the upcoming Open Day with the next one on Saturday 29th June 2019 from 10am to 2pm at the Park Crescent campus in Peterborough.

For more information about the courses or to register for an Open Day visit www.ucp.ac.uk.

WHAT’S ON @ PRIDE Grab yourself a free programme for the full listings but here are a few highlights…

Thursday June 27

Embrace: Pre Pride Party Ritzy Crackers invites you to join Embrace at The Ostrich Inn on North Street to kick off Peterborough Pride 2019 with a Pre Pride Party from 8pm - late. Gracing the stage for this special event will be the one and only Proud Mary as seen on ITV's game show Tenable.

Friday June 28

DRAG Networking, Business Pride March & BBQ 9.30am – Marriot Hotel – DRAG Networking: business networking with a twist. To set off Peterborough Pride week with a bang, B2B Networking is holding a networking for businesses hosted by some gorgeous drag queens to get you in the Pride spirit. Businesses from all over Peterborough will be there to schmooze, get educated and have some fun. All profit will go to Peterborough Pride.

12.30pm – Lynchwood Business Park Pride march: Following on from DRAG Networking there will be a business Pride March around the Business Park. Go and show solidarity and march with your fellow colleagues and friends to celebrate the start of Peterborough Pride week. The Business Pride March will end at YBS for an inclusive BBQ with a selection of food, tunes and games.

Networking £40 + VAT and the Business March & BBQ free.

To book networking email info@peterboroughbiscuit.co.uk

Last year saw the city’s first Pride festival and it got off to an amazing start. Now it returns for the second year, flying the rainbow flag in a city-wide celebration offering something for everyone.

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unning from Friday June 28 to Friday July 5, Peterborough Pride 2019 is Simon Green packed with even more events and provides a platform for getting together and showing support for our LGBT+ friends and family.

We love a party and ESP is proud to be supporting Pride for the second year running.

Simon Green, co-ordinator of Peterborough Pride told ESP that there’s lots to look forward – “The programme's even bigger this year.

There are 40 different events, eight more than last year. Also there's more for young people in this year’s programme.

“It’s a chance to celebrate, of course. Pride festivals are also a reminder of what’s been done, and a push to keep working toward full equality. Pride festivals have held an important place in gay history but even today they're still vital to the LGBTQ rights movement.”

With everything from club nights to cinema events, drag queens to discos and theatre shows to a pink

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Friday June 28

Wheel of Fortune with Timberlina Want to know what the future holds? For one night only join London’s RVT favourite Timberlina, the world’s number one environmentally friendly bearded drag lady to flirt with fate… or just flirt… and above all pit your wits against the wheel of fortune in this high lolz low frills game show parody spectacular and a world premier Peterborough Pride celebration at the Key Theatre.

Tickets are £5, booking essential on www.vivacity.org or call 01733 207239.

Friday June 28 picnic this year’s Pride will be stepping up and stepping out.

But as we look forward to painting Peterborough all the colours of the rainbow, Simon tells us the team have ambitious plans for the future – “This is year two of a five year plan that will see Peterborough Pride become a regional leader on the national Pride programme.

“Peterborough Pride is unique and we'll continue to promote the arts and culture by giving a platform to local talent and attracting performers and artists to the city.”

In addition to enjoying all the fantastic events, everyone’s being encouraged to think big and support in whatever way you can. Even if it’s just displaying the rainbow flag you’ll be showing your support just as we have proudly on our front cover.

Things have definitely stepped up a gear for this year’s Pride – they’ve even got some new merch! So check them out on the social channels and the website for everything you need to know Simon added – “Peterborough Pride is for everyone regardless of sexuality or gender identity. Let’s bring Peterborough together not just for Pride but into the future and create a city where everyone is respected and feels valued.”

MIXOLOGY For Peterborough Pride’s opening party, Mixology at Red Room on Broadway welcomes legend of the Garage scene, Elvin Zedo.

Elvin is regarded as one of the greatest UK DJs for the past 25 years.

Predominately performing as DJ EZ, his fast, technical mixing abilities whether it be vinyl or digital are nothing short of astonishing. Joining Elvin on the night will be their trusty trio of resident DJs: Tom Skinner, Dan Clare (Maur) & James Chan, who will be warming things up.

Tickets are £5 - £12 on www.mixologyuk.com

Saturday June 29

The Pink Picnic The Green Backyard invites you to a community Pink Picnic in their gardens to celebrate diversity in Peterborough. Everyone is welcome – take a dish or something to share; meet new friends and catch up with old ones over a bite to eat and take a stroll around the gardens.

It’s free to attend from 12noon – 3pm at The Green Backyard, Oundle Road, PE2 8AT. www.thegreenbackyard.com

Saturday June 29

Algorithim Brooke has it all: the job, the flat, the girlfriend… but what happens when things go t*ts up just before your 30th birthday? Brooke looks online for answers but it feels like everyone’s doing so much better than she is, and her overbearing mother is only another reminder of what life’s supposed to look like by now.

A bisexual Bridget Jones for the online generation, this tragicomic one-woman play and its lovably hapless heroine is for anyone who’s wondered why they feel so lonely when connecting with others is meant to be easier than ever.

Developed on Soho Theatre Writers’ Lab & longlisted for the Tony Craze Award 2018 this is writer/performer Sadie Clark’s debut play.

See it at The Undercroft, Serpentine Green Shopping Centre.

Tickets are £10 from www.easternangles.co.uk or call 01473 211498.

Saturday June 29

July 1 and 4

Hip, Hip, I’m Gay!

Pride Lido Swim Sessions

A comedy cabaret that follows real-life stories and experiences of coming out and the mental health struggles people have faced alongside their sexual identity. It’s powerful, funny, moving, heartfelt, uplifting and is delivered by a cast of queer performers who’ve lived similar stories to the ones depicted.

Monday 1st July: Transgender & Non-Binary Swim Session

See it at The Undercroft at Serpentine Green Shopping Centre. Tickets are £8 from www.easternangles.co.uk or call 01473 211498.

Saturday June 29

Love is Love Gay Disco Ritzy Crackers invites you to the Lightbox Café Bar on Bridge Street for the campest disco in town. Banging out all the hits, mixed with lots of party house, and if there’s a song that you would like to hear there will be a request sheet! It’s going to be CAMPTASTIC. Everyone welcome from 9pm – late.

Sunday June 30

Peterborough Pride Parade Following the success of last year’s Peterborough Pride March – Embrace events are back again helping lead the parade.

The meeting point is the north end of Stanley Rec Park behind the City Market. Meet at 11.30am ready to leave at 12 noon. The parade will move through Peterborough city centre along Broadway and Long Causeway and then on to Cathedral Square heading towards the Town Hall.

Dress to impress and bring your flags, banners and whistles. All welcome at this inclusive public celebration and show of solidarity. www.facebook.com/groups/EMBRACE.Events

Sunday June 30

Carnival of Love Embrace events have teamed up with SAMM’s and the Lightbox Café Bar on Bridge Street to bring you the biggest LGBTQIA+ family friendly street party in town. Full of camp fun and games, the afternoon will feature some of the country’s best drag queens, live music including the return of the Fyzz Wallis Band and some of the best DJs the Peterborough scene has to offer. Your host is the one and only Ritzy Crackers and her Disco Dollies. It’s £2 for a wristband to attend from 1pm - 6pm. Facebook: Embrace.Events

Sunday June 30

Flaming Theatre presents Really Want To Hurt Me Devon, 1984. Constant pressure to be straight and masculine makes a schoolboy feel like he’s living in George Orwell’s 1984. School bullies. Teenage heartache.

Hating yourself. Trying to tape the Top 40 off the radio without the DJ talking over the songs. Dancing defiantly to your Walkman to stay alive.

Flaming Theatre’s acclaimed dark comedy with dance sequences comes to Peterborough after sold-out dates at London’s Theatre 503, Soho Theatre and the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Featuring a classic ‘80s soundtrack of Culture Club, Eurythmics, Tears for Fears, The Smiths, Kate Bush and more.

Really Want To Hurt Me speaks directly to young LGBTQ people’s experiences today as well as to older generations. Not to be missed.

Catch it at the Key Theatre, tickets are £11.50 on www.vivacity.org or call 01733 207239.

Thursday 4th July: LGBTQIA+ Swim Session

Performance artist, Tom Marshman blends creative technology, music and projection as he retraces the forgotten true story of a young man who was arrested for gross indecency.

See it at the Key Theatre. Tickets are £11.50 from www.vivacity.org or call 01733 207239.

7.30pm – 9.30pm at Peterborough Lido, Bishops Road.

Vivacity is pleased to introduce two free special after hours swim sessions for the LGBTQIA+ community in Peterborough’s iconic Art Deco Lido. Enjoy an alfresco evening swim and watch the sunset whilst listening to ambient music. The Lido cafe will also be open for refreshments. *Note all the changing cubicles are private and nongender specific For more details visit www.vivcaity.org or call 01733 864761.

Monday July 1

The Black Flamingo by Dean Atta Grab your opportunity to hear an extract from Dean Atta’s new book The Black Flamingo.

Fiercely told, this is a timely coming-of-age story told in verse and written by the celebrated poet, Dean Atta. A boy comes to terms with his identity as a mixed-race gay teen – then at University he finds his wings as a drag artist, The Black Flamingo. A bold story about the power of embracing your uniqueness.

Admission’s free and there’ll be an opportunity for a Q & A following the reading.

See it at Metal, St Peters Road, PE1 1YX. www.metalculture.com

Thursday 4th July

LGBTQIA+ Speed Meeting Join the Inclusive Peterborough gang for a night of LGBTQIA+ Speed Meeting – like speed dating but a mix of romantic chat and friendship possibilities. Hosted at the Lightbox Café Bar, arrive early to get your drink ready to work the room. Who knows, you may find the love of your life or your new best friend!

It’s on from 8pm - 11pm, with free admission.

Facebook: Inclusive Peterborough

Friday July 5

Cine-Sister Presents: LGBT Britain on Film With films spanning from 1909 to 1994, LGBT Britain on Film is a collection of archive material documenting a century in which homosexuality went from crime to Pride, via decades of profoundly courageous activism, and the shifting attitudes to LGBT people and their rights throughout a time of explosive social change. It’s a moving and fascinating collection, encompassing both the collective public fight for basic rights and equality and more personal, intimate and psychological ones.

Screening is from 7pm – 9pm at Peterborough Museum, Priestgate.

Booking details www.cinesisterfilm.com

Tuesday July 2

Rupaul’s Drag Race Quiz In homage to the Queen of Queen's, the mother of drag, supermodel of the world…. The Queen’s Head pub are hosting a RuPaul’s Drag Race Pub Quiz and fundraiser for Peterborough Pride.

There’ll be a range of great prizes for the highest and lowest scoring teams. Book your team’s table for the sassiest night in town!

It’s on from 7pm – late at The Queen’s Head, Queen Street, Peterborough and is £2 per person.

To book call 01733 347009 or turn up on the day.

Friday July 5

Fast Love – A Tribute to George Michael Direct from London’s West End, get ready for an unforgettable evening celebrating the global superstar that is George Michael at Peterborough New Theatre on Broadway.

Make new memories whilst reliving old classics. The show features all his hits including Father Figure, Freedom, Faith and many more. This is one show-stopping extravaganza you do not want to miss! Relive the passion, the flair and the unique sensitivity of George Michael with Fastlove!

www.queensheadpeterborough.co.uk

Tickets are £15 - £26.50 through www.seetickets.com or call 01733 452336.

Tuesday July 2

www.newtheatre-peterborough.com

TuesGays The only thing you need for Tuesgays is to be ready for a great night out. The original LGBTQIA+ party night for all, The Solstice is the only place to be on a Tuesday evening.

Join DJ Rob who’ll play your favourite songs from then and now. Exclusive guest list offer: discounted entry plus 3 free drinks at the bar. Entry is £4 guest list, £5 without.

Head down from 10pm – 4am The Solstice, Northminster Road.

Facebook: tuezgay

Thursday July 4

A Haunted Existence In the early 1950’s, 17-year-old Geoffrey Patrick Williamson was on the Exeter to Bristol train when he got into a conversation with another man travelling in his compartment. He accused Geoffrey of making 'improper approaches'. The other man was a railway officer, in plain clothes. Geoffrey was arrested at the next stop. When questioned, Williamson revealed the names of men he had had sex with, beginning a domino effect of arrests, prison, aversion therapy and suicide.

Friday July 5

Icons Of Gay Disco: Vol 2 - Love is the Message Icons Of Gay Disco returns for a Pride closing party! The evening celebrates the DJ’s and producers from the 1970’s New York club scene who helped lift the underground into the mainstream, and support the civil rights movement for equality. Spreading Love is the message around the world.

Glastonbury DJs Eclectic Ballroom and All That’s Jazz will be hosting the night featuring the music and iconography of the time at the new venue, ‘The Dog House Cocktail Bar’ in Westgate Arcade from 9pm – 3am. Dress bright, loud and colourful.

Admission’s £5 on the door, all proceeds after costs will go to Peterborough Pride.

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ESP’s Rachael Church has all the latest health and beauty news…

rachael.church@espmag.co.uk

Father’s Day is the perfect time to say ‘thank you’ to that special guy in your life. With so many gift options in Peterborough alone, here are our thoughts on what to pick up in time for that special Sunday.

Indulge Dad Hotel Chocolat wouldn’t usually be associated with ‘health and beauty’ – but did you know they do a pampering range perfect for guys too? As part of the Rabot 1745 selection in the Queensgate store there are some great shower gels and handcreams. And if that’s not his cup of tea, pick up some bottles of their ‘coca blonde’ beer or cocoa gin instead!

Côte Brasserie: Yes, Côte do a French breakfast! And it’s great. Two scrambled eggs, boudin noir, French streaky bacon, and toasted brioche. Healthy enough we say.

Take Dad out for a ‘healthy’ breakfast

Male grooming products should be in every man’s bathroom cabinet. So, make sure dad is fully stocked up.

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If food is the way to your dad’s heart, there are plenty of local places that do great healthy breakfast options, if he’s still worrying about his summer body. ESP loves: Argo Lounge, Bridge Street: Try the Halloumi and sweetcorn pancake for something a bit different Frankie and Benny’s: Smashed avocado and poached eggs with either bacon or salmon. Yes please!

Pamper him

L’Oréal: Check out their new pure charcoal range for men – everything from cleansers, moisturisers and their first ever face masks for the chaps!

ELEMIS: If you fancy splashing out, the Men’s ‘Hydrate and Revitalise’ duo is on offer as a pair at £45 (worth £72).

Proven to reduce wrinkles up to 37%, so really, a bargain!

Ladies! June 10 is nationaL cervicaL screening awareness week!

Cervical cancer is the most common form of cancer in women under 35 with two women in the UK per day dying from the disease. Regular cervical screening appointments can prevent up to 75% of instances of cervical cancer, saving 5,000 lives per year.

That’s the stats... the message is simple. As many of us as possible need to mention this to friends, family or even work colleagues. When was your last test, have you missed one? If so, ring this week, get one booked in!

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Fern sHares Her beauty tips Revently TOWIE’s Fern McCann came to Queensgate for the day to meet fans and share some of her fashion tips at the centre’s big Summer in the City event.

While she was there, ESP took the opportunity to ask about her health and beauty routine!

On being a new mum and still looking great: “Being a mum has changed my beauty routines. Obviously, you have less time so you just have to cut back on all the products. I’m no longer laying on creams and foundations, and then concealer, and then contouring, I just don’t have the time. So, I use products like MAC face and body, and things that are lighter and easier to apply. But I make up for that lack of time with a really good bedtime routine for when she is asleep. I take all my make-up off really well and use good night creams. It’s so important with a young child and lack of sleep to make sure you take care of your skin.”

On what make-up items she absolutely can’t live without: “I’m going to have to pick two things. My lip gloss, and my eyebrow pencil. I mean, without one or the other I might look really weird.

Again, for my eyebrow pencil I use MAC – it’s so good to have a defined but fluffy brow to make you look more youthful. And any really nice lip gloss or balm.”

On looking after her hair: “I have just had these bangs put in as I love mixing it up and changing styles, but the rest of my hair is currently extensions. Being a hairdresser, I know how important it is to look after bleached hair, and I would recommend Olaplex products to keep it looking fab.” www.espmag.co.uk

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Well Being Karen Devine’s

karen.devine@espmag.co.uk

Get some get up and glow with more H2O...

Water therapy is also used for rehabilitation and much more.

A quick note of caution – excess water can be dangerous and cause a condition known as hyponatremia – whilst rare it does happen when you over consume water as some athletes do in training.

In health,

We can live without food for weeks but only a few days without water, yet so many of us still don’t keep hydrated.

darker. If you eat beetroot then it will look a lovely tinge of pink!

Water is essential for every chemical reaction in our body, flushing wastes out, carrying nutrients to our cells water also supports weight loss, aids in digestion, keeps joints fluid and much more.

CAUSES

Dehydration is a lack of water which can slow down our metabolism, interfere with our electrolytes, and increases toxicity as the body isn’t clearing through our kidneys. Many health issues appear worse when we’re dehydrated such as arthritis, headaches, migraines and more.

OTHER SYMPTOMS Over eating can be a symptom of dehydration as well as: Muscle cramps Dry skin, hair Fatigue

Thirst is the obvious sign but often you’re likely to reach for a fizzy or other sugar laden drink or a cup of tea rather than the most natural fluid designed for us which is pure water.

Obviously not drinking enough water to replace our never ending needs is the cause, but how we lose it may not be so obvious.

We lose water daily through urine, breathing and sweating so we need to replace our water daily. Sorry, but coffee, tea and fizzy drinks that contain caffeine actually have a diuretic effect so we actually lose water that way! Alcohol, excess animal products, too much salt in our diet, exercise and certain drugs are also to blame.

Drinking about 2 litres is what is generally advised but this can vary from person to person. If you’re more sedentary, eat a lot of fruits, raw veggies and other raw foods you may need less.

Constipation, bloating and much more….

However, if you do lots of exercise, eat a diet high in meat and salty foods, eat very little raw foods, or live in a hot climate you will need more water, so how much water to drink should not be generalised but personalised.

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HOW TO HYDRATE

When you pop to the loo, check the colour of your urine – ideally it should look a light straw colour (not clear as water), the darker it is the more dehydrated you are. There are exceptions to this such as when you’re deep fasting when it will look

There are many ways to hydrate the body (whilst lessening some of the practices that can dehydrate you).

Light headedness Impatience, irritability, mood swings Difficulty in concentrating

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Start each morning with a glass of water before reaching for your first cuppa of the day.

Have a bottle (ideally not a single use plastic bottle) in sight, that way you can sip during the day.

Increase your intake of raw foods such as fruits and vegetables – think smoothies and juices where you can get a concentrated amount. Higher water fruits/veggies such as cucumbers, celery, watermelon, grapes and peppers are excellent hydrators.

If you enjoy a coffee during the day, follow it up with a glass of water, and certainly increase your water if you’ve had alcohol as this steals water from the body!

HYDROTHERAPY It’s not just drinking the water that is good for health, using water as therapy has been around for centuries such as: Ocean or salt water for wound healing Listening to water sounds for calming Float tanks for relaxation and easing muscle pains Irrigation for blocked sinuses Hot/cold water plunging Specific baths for various ailments such as ginger baths to help with viruses, or dandelion baths to extract toxins and many more that have been used as natural healing methods Colon Hydrotherapy – to gently remove impacted wastes, mucous and excess gasses with warm water

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Peterborough Celebrates Reading The Peterborough Celebrates campaign launched to promote 900 years of our amazing cathedral and saw some incredible events in the city last year – we’re now pleased to say that the campaign continues with Vivacity taking over the banner to celebrate the Year of Reading.

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This exciting campaign aims to inspire Peterborough to enjoy reading more, and to put on fun and exciting reading-related activities in A Year of Reading from September 2019 - September 2020. The Peterborough Celebrates Reading campaign is open to everyone and is a chance to get behind the celebrations and support them in whatever way you’d like.

Peterborough Celebrates Reading will launch to the public with a family friendly event of storytelling and children's activities on Saturday June 22 from 11am-3pm. But

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first we caught up with Richard Hunt Director of Culture at Vivacity to find out more.

“Peterborough Celebrates Reading is a year long initiative to improve the reading of children in Peterborough,” Richard explained.

“As a city we are consistently at the bottom of all the league tables when it comes to reading and we want to do something to change that.

We started out with the Vision for Reading which is a document that sets out how Peterborough City Council, Vivacity, the National Literacy Trust and other partners will work together. We are encouraging organisations in the city to sign our reading pledge on the back of the document.

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These range from the world's longest poem being created in the city, to storytelling picnics, artists and illustrators in schools...

Free family friendly event with storytelling and children's activities from 11am – 3pm. The Children's Book Bus will be in Cathedral Square and there’ll be free books to help launch this Year of Reading. There’ll be a range of fun activities on offer, and you can even join the library. Head along to find out more about Peterborough Celebrates Reading and how you can get involved in the coming months.

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“In the academic year 2019-2020 (so June 2019 to August 2020) we will be holding events and activities designed to get everyone reading.

These range from the world's longest poem being created in the city, to storytelling picnics, artists and illustrators in schools and community venues, festivals, exhibitions, a book bench trail and much more.”

Partners on board so far include Vivacity, Peterborough City Council, National Literacy Trust, Metal, Queensgate, Railworld, Eastern Angles and a whole host of community groups around the city and they’d love it if you could get involved too.

As well as sponsorship opportunities there are plenty of ways everyone can get behind this great campaign. You could link up your existing activities or events and brand them up as part of the Year of Reading.

Any events that will be part of Peterborough Celebrates Reading will feature on the website and social media. If you have ideas for more ambitious events just get in touch with Vivacity.

One of the sponsorship opportunities for the year is for a special book bench trail which will see BookBench sculpture seats decorated in literary inspired designs. These will then form a trail around the city.

Families will be able to follow the trail to discover the benches and take part in a series of fun activities and events around them.

This will be part of the finale for Peterborough Celebrates Reading and if you’d like to sponsor one just contact Darranda Rowswell at the Literacy Trust on 020 7840 9553 or email darranda.rowswell@literacytrust.org.uk.

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Summer Reading Challenge Space Chase is the theme of this year's Summer Reading Challenge.

Get the kids reading over the summer with Vivacity’s spacethemed Summer Reading Challenge in all Peterborough libraries.

Children can join from Saturday July 13, and will collect stickers and giveaways along the way. Children who read six or more library books over the summer will receive a certificate presented at school in the autumn term. www.vivacity.org/library-archives/summer-reading-challenge/

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Inspiring the Next Generation of Female Footballers I always find writing a column for the June edition of ESP quite difficult because it’s the one month of the year where there’s nothing to report on the pitch.

However, off it, we welcome Craig David as the first of two concerts this summer at the ABAX Stadium.

I’ve already spoken extensively of the importance of off the field matters in terms of the Schools Initiative, getting into the community and essentially attracting the next wave of supporters to back the Posh, but I wanted to use this column to mention another part of our football club that’s tasted success this term.

Our Posh Ladies side were winners of the County Cup (for the first time) and finished as runners-up in their league, massively overachieving in terms of their realistic aims and ambitions at the start of the season. They were able to celebrate that success with a game against Solihull Moors at the ABAX Stadium at the back end of May in front of a good crowd.

Phil Neville’s Lionesses are among the favourites for the competition and were the talk of the town when they announced their squad with video messages from celebrities, footballers, singers, presenters and even Prince William on social media.

Posh Ladies manager Kathryn Lusk believes the tournament will be a huge inspiration to the next generation both at local and national level. “The game is growing. The reason we introduced a game at the ABAX Stadium was because it was an opportunity to showcase what we do and what women’s football is all about. We want to try and inspire the next generation.

At the football club we have had contact from a number of parents suggesting that their daughters have become fans of the game through a first time experience at the ABAX Stadium. In fact, one email we received suggested that her first experience has made her fall in love with the game, she is now playing for her school team and is looking into the possibility of playing for a team away from education.

That is always a great story to hear. We know we have a responsibility as a football club to inspire as well as entertain. The Ladies have made great strides at the football club and we are very proud of their achievements. You can find out more about our set-up at www.theposh.com or for further information email jenna.lusk@theposh.com.

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It was important to try and engage the community with that fixture because this month (June) is the start of the Women’s World

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“The game will continue to grow, there are a lot of good things going on in the women’s game, it is about making sure everyone has a platform to play, whether that is at school, at grassroots clubs or a professional environment. I think the World Cup will always be the biggest stage to do that and I am sure it will be an amazing tournament.”

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Sarah Slack brings us the ESP guide to where the laughs are at this month…

ESP at Alternative Comedy Gig Guide Comedy Now Last month there was a landmark academic conference held at the University of Kent to mark 40 years since the opening of the Comedy Store in London, a date seen by many to be the birth of the alternative comedy movement.

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y merely being in the right place at the right time, I managed to get myself not only a chance to attend the conference, but I also blagged a spot on the conference schedule. This meant not only did I have to come up with a 20 minute presentation, but I also had to deliver my presentation in front of a group of academics and industry experts, plus answer questions about my presentation afterwards.

My presentation discussed the current equivalents of modern alternative comedy by highlighting key figures such as Adam Larter and John-Luke Roberts whilst also promoting the significance and importance of comedy collectives such as Consignia, ACMS and Weirdos for acting as positive platforms for performers who can feel confident in pushing the boundaries of comedy conventions.

If I could’ve done it differently I would’ve definitely included more female alternative figures, including Harriet Braine, Helen Duff and Lazy Susan, and I admit I may have fumbled across the Q&A section a bit, but if this introverted comedy nerd can deliver a presentation at an academic conference, then anyone can!

For more information on the Alternative Comedy Now conference, make sure you check out my two day recap of the conference by visiting the British Comedy Guide website at www.comedy.co.uk.

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Ed Byrne Performs in Peterborough Panel show regular and popular comedian Ed Byrne has recently extended his upcoming, If I’m Honest… UK tour to include 45 new dates, including one at the recently relaunched Peterborough New Theatre on Broadway.

Performing on January 29, Byrne’s new show promises to be a hilarious night out from this established comedian, who’s last UK tour Spoiler Alert, played at theatres between September 2017 and March 2018 to rave reviews.

Irish born Byrne first broke into stand-up whilst studying at Glasgow’s University of Strathclyde, where the comic hosted and performed at his own comedy nights. After honing his act in the city’s clubs, Byrne was nominated for the prestigious Perrier Comedy Award and since then he’s appeared on many popular British panel shows, including Mock the Week and Have I Got News for You. Tickets are selling fast so to book yours please contact the theatre’s box office on 01733 852992, or visit their website www.newtheatrepeterborough.com.

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A PINT OF COMEDY Hosted at the Stamford Arts Centre, headlining this month’s Pint of Comedy club is Dave Green, who’s previously appeared on BBC Radio 2 as part of the BBC New Comedy Award and was a finalist in the Leicester Square New Comedian of the Year competition.

Joining him will be up-and-coming comedians Adam Beardsmore and Adam Coumas. Tickets are available on 01780 763203.

COMEDY NIGHT AT THE EXETER ARMS Join the new owners of the Exeter Arms at Easton on the Hill near Stamford for their first ever comedy club which is absolutely free to attend! Line-up TBC, tickets are available on 01780 756321.

FUNHOUSE COMEDY CLUB Bring your mates along for another night of top comedy at the South Holland Centre in Spalding. This month’s bill includes Britain’s Got Talent finalist Micky P Kerr, plus Sean Percival, Romanian comedian Radu Isac, and MC Tony Cowards. Tickets are available on 01775 764777.

CRESSET COMEDY CLUB Running since 1998, the Cresset Comedy Club hosts the very best in live stand up and offers a great night out every month that usually sells out. Line-up to be announced, tickets are available on 01733 265705.

SAMM’S COMEDY CLUB Headlining this month’s comedy club at Samm’s on Bridge Street is Mock the Week regular Gary Delaney, who’s known for this dark one-liners and pun-filled punchlines. Delaney’s also the only comic ever to have got two gags in the same top 10 for Dave’s TV Funniest Jokes from the Edinburgh Fringe. Tickets are available by visiting www.pearface.co.uk.

NIGHTlife FORTY TWO OPENING THIS MONTH! You’ll soon be able to enjoy tapas, cocktails and shisha in Peterborough as new venue Forty Two should be opening at the end of June.

Complete with a shisha lounge and sky bar the venue on Broadway takes over what many remember as Café En Seine back in the day, but it’s being completely transformed. There’ll be DJs and music Fridays and Saturdays They’re currently recruiting for staff so if you’d like to be a part of it take a look at their social media or their website www.fortytwo.bar or email info@fortytwo.bar.

NIGHTS OUT @ THE BREWERY TAP Over at the Brewery Tap on Westgate there’s always a reason to get your groove on and resident DJ Rick Allen will be back on Saturday June 1, 8 and 22 with Saturday Night Groove from 9pm and it’s free entry.

There’s music of a different kind on Thursday June 6 when Peterborough Big Band take over the Tap Room from 8pm, with £5 entry.

Get your weekend started with Thank Funk it’s Friday on June 7 from 9pm with free admission. Sing your heart out and take the mic on Friday June 14 at their Karaoke night from 9pm, with free entry.

If you remember the Fengate nightclub from back in the day, you’ll love another L’Aristos Revival night on Saturday June 15. It’s £5 entry from 7pm and is raising funds for Sue Ryder.

Friday June 21 sounds like a good night with their Dance Craze & Ska Night with DJs Mr Nash and Julian Roberts from 9pm – late, free entry.

If you like a few theatrics on your night out try Drama on Tap from 8pm on Wednesday June 26, it’s free entry.

End the month with The Get Down with resident DJ Mr Nash on Saturday June 29 from 9pm – late, free entry.

TUESGAYS @ THE SOLSTICE The only thing you need for Tuesgays is to be ready for a great night out. The original LGBTQIA+ party night for all at The Solstice is the only place to be on a Tuesday evening.

Join DJ Rob on Tuesday July 2 in Peterborough Pride week who’ll play your favourite songs from then and now. Music to get you singing and dancing, an unforgettable and fab experience! Chart Cheese, RnB and House, you say it they play it - their music is as fun as their customers so miss it and miss out.

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CLUB TROPICANA IS BACK! Who remembers Club Tropicana nightclub at the Wirrina?

If you do, then this is the party night for you. Enjoy a night of 80’s classics where you can sip a few cocktails, sing your heart out to your favourite 80’s hits and dance your pop socks off until the early hours.

The Broadway Suite at the Peterborough New Theatre will be transformed into a retro party house with resident DJ for one night only on Friday July 5 from 9.30pm – 2am after the Fast Love concert.

Tickets are just £4 on the door or free entry for ticket holders for the George Michael tribute show in the main theatre.

Donning your leg warmers, ra-ra skirt or faded drainpipe jeans is not essential but certainly welcomed!

MIXOLOGY PRIDE EXCLUSIVE WITH ELVIN ZEDO (DJ EZ) The Mixology crew are birnging us a legend of the Garage scene for their Peterborough Pride closing party on Friday June 28. Now performing as his House & Techno alias, they welcome the king of technical, precision mixing, the legend that is Elvin Zedo!

Regarded as one of the greatest UK DJs for the past 25 years he predominately performs as DJ EZ, and his fast, technical mixing abilities whether it be vinyl or digital are nothing short of astonishing.

Elvin Zedo brings with him a collection of the finest contemporary House and Techno cuts along with a vast library of productions from yesteryear.

Joining Elvin on the night will be their trusty trio of resident DJs: Tom Skinner, Dan Clare (Maur) & James Chan, who’ll be warming things up.

After the success of last year’s first ever Mixology Pride LGBTQIA celebrations this one looks set to be another incredible night of music at Red Room on Broadway.

VANITY Friday June 7 should be a very special night out as Vanity throw a special party for DJ Nick T’s Birthday Bash!

Join the Vanity team at RedRoom on Broadway and celebrate with Nick T and friends playing the finest RnB, Hip Hop and Bashment. For guest list message Vanity on 07411 258999.

NIGHTS OUT @ CHARTERS There’s always plenty going on at the bar on a boat so head to Charters this month for entertainment alongside a great pint!

On Thursdays June 6, 13, 20 and 27 it’s their weekly quiz from 8pm with free entry.

If you like your indie tunes head down on Friday June 7 for their free Indie Night with DJ Anthony Thornhill from 9pm – late.

On Sunday June 9 it’s their monthly themed quiz from 6.30pm and it’s free entry.

On Friday June 14 there’s something a little different with IT MEK DJs Terry G, Aqua Roots & guests with a collective mix of Jamaican sounds from the 70s-90s alongside some vintage soul and funk from 9pm - late, free entry.

Vinyl Night with resident DJ Derek Gibson is back on Friday June 21 from 8pm – late with free entry.

THROWBACK Throwback at Edwards on Broadway presents DJ Rashun K ‘BCM Magaluf’ playing the biggest Old Skool anthems on Friday June 21. Flares goes 80s with DJ PJ and if you’re wearing fancy dress you’ll get entry for just £1. For guest list message 80s on 07411 258999.

JAY1 @ URBAN CLASSICS Urban Classics at The Solstice on Northminster has lined up the one and only JAY1 performing live on Friday June 21 for another top night of R&B, hip hop, bashment, afrobeat, grime, reggae & UK hip hip. Join your resident DJ’s Supa-T, T-Rex and Mr Lion plus in Room 2 they have Shaku Shaku Vibes performing all night long too.

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I also recently grabbed the opportunity to see John Otway and Wild Willy Barrett at Stamford Arts Centre. They’re an acquired taste and obviously time has slowed them down from their early days.

However, they’re still left field with Barratt using an adapted brown wheely bin as a foot pedal for his guitar and Otway informing us that his song ‘Beware of the Flowers cos I’m Sure They’re Gonna Get You – Yeah’ was voted seventh best song lyrics ever in a BBC poll at the turn of the Millennium. And that it finished above ALL Bob Dylan lyrics and one place below Paul McCartney’s Yesterday.

It’s a strange old world!

Time to Chill at Summer Sundays Summer Sundays restarted at Charters on the Town Bridge at the end of May with the Nuggets. All through the summer months, the popular live music venue features a band in the garden every Sunday from 3pm.

The schedule for June looks very tempting with Tallawah appearing on June 2, The Midas Touch on June 9, Groove Cartell on June 16, High Rollers on June 23 and Children of the Revolution on June 30.

With the big performing area undercover with room for some revellers, and an equally large outside area these Sunday gigs have a real atmosphere of their own.

A great way to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon!

Charters have also joined with YPCS the Young People’s Counselling Service, a charity based in the Peterborough area, to raise funds and awareness and they’ll be attending Summer Sundays. They provide free counselling to 11-16 year olds with trained counsellors. https://ypcs.uk/about-us 48 www.espmag.co.uk

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Nice to catch a performance from The Guards just recently. They’ve been a fixture on the local live music scene for quite a while. They hold the distinction of being the only band to not turn up for Band of the Week on our Saturday show on Lite FM. However, I believe it to be for good rock ‘n’ roll reasons and they made it up a short time later with a superb live performance in the studio.

Good to see they’ve still got it.

It’s go for Glasto for Kissmet Glastonbury beckons once again for Kissmet.

The Peterborough based East West musical fusion band perform on the worldwide stage but nothing compares with being invited back to the greatest annual festival. They appear twice during the weekend of June 29/30.

Kissmet fuses traditional Indian Punjabi folk music (Bhangra) with western rock music.

Their songs are a seamless blend of English, Punjabi and Hindi and the band concentrates very successfully on bridging the cultural gaps in society by working to bring people of all colours and communities together by fusing the positive energy in Eastern and Western music together.

ESP has followed their rise to success since the magazine first started 20 years ago. They were formed by three Peterborough born and bred brothers, Ron, Buzz and Max Singh.

Ron Singh, performer and manager of the band told ESP – “We grew up in the Cromwell Road area of town, the most multicultural and diverse part of the city. Hence, we were in an environment where all types of music were around us. Our Dad and Uncle ran the local Indian cinema so it was all Punjabi and Bollywood music at home but, at school, we were listening to anything from Genesis to Led Zeppelin and Cream.

“Also, around us in the local area, we could hear so many different sounds including the Islamic call to prayer from the local Mosque, the uplifting music of the gospel choir from the Pentecostal Church, Reggae from the Marcus Garvey Rastafarian Centre. Consequently, when it came to writing and performing our own material, we found we could change styles and languages effortlessly.”

As Kissmet are a perfect festival band they’re in demand all over the world and have headlined major festivals in Malaysia, Mexico, Goa, Italy, Ukraine, Portugal, Poland, Ireland, Czech Republic, Norway and Finland. This year’s Glastonbury comes on top of a very busy touring schedule and they’ll be heading to the south coast for a performance at a festival near Hastings on Saturday June 29. Straight from there, they’ll be rushing across country to get to Glastonbury for a midnight performance in the Green Fields area. This will then be followed up by another Glastonbury performance on Sunday June 30. This will be Kissmet’s 6th venture to Glastonbury and the experience still excites them. Buzz told us – “There’s no festival like Glastonbury. It just doesn’t stop, even in the early hours, you can hear music everywhere. Plus, there are so many types of music there, it’s incredible how much variety there is. That’s why we fit in so well. Our performances are packed and we always get the whole place rocking with our unique Bhangra rock vibe. It’s going to be an incredible journey, again.”

In Kissmet, the three Singh brothers are joined by Lewis Partridge on drums, Ben Clapinson on guitar and Tom Parkinson on bass. The band are hoping to include some local appearances this year and tell me that they’re writing material for a new album, One People, which should be available by the end of summer.

For more information you can go to www.kissmet.co.uk.

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In my recent visit to Stamford Arts Centre, I was intrigued to see that a real gem of a musician is appearing at the venue on June 7.

One of the last surviving performers of classic Louisiana down-home blues, Lil’ Jimmy Reed is bringing his stinging guitar work, gritty vocals and haunting harmonica to Stamford as part of the UK leg of a European tour. His music has won him many awards and an induction into the Blues Hall of Fame. His real name is Leon Atkins but he got his name filling-in one night for blues star Jimmy Reed and that earned him the nickname Lil’ Jimmy Reed and started him on the long path to success.

He’s headlined festivals and even shared the stage with the likes of B. B. King and Bobby ‘Blue’ Bland .

Lil’ Jimmy is accompanied by the ‘A’ Team, comprising of pianist Bob Hall, widely regarded as the UK’s finest blues and boogie exponent, and his partner Hilary Blythe on bass.

A unique opportunity to see a true US Blues survivor.

Popular Cambidgeshire singer/songwriter Christian Smith is due to release his new album, Revival, on June 8. And despite the title, it consists mainly of self-penned tracks. It’s the culmination of years of hard work and dedication to songwriting, including songs such as the recently released Auburn Sky and crowd favourite Chains, and this album has a country rock feel.

Christian has been perfecting his talents playing both nationally and internationally for the past five years, including venues such as the O2 Academy Islington, Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club and Cambridge Junction. Christian has built up a catalogue of original Americana rock style songs that have been well received both by live audiences and achieving radio plays internationally in America, Australia and many other countries. The latest single, Auburn Sky, which is on the new album, reached the top 5 in the iTunes Country Chart.

There’s a chance to see Christian perform live at an album release show being held at The Sportsman in Chatteris on the night of June 8.

Tickets are available at www.gingerdog.co.uk/concerts

Tickets are available from the Arts Centre on 01780 763203.

Bands Announced for Bourne Festival The band schedule for this year’s Bourne Festival is now finalised. The three day event takes place on the Wellhead field in Bourne between Friday June 7 and Sunday June 9.

There’s an impressive total of 18 bands playing over the three days and they’re all listed in our Gig Guide overleaf. My attention went to regular festival band, Last Minute Brigade on Friday night. Saturday Revolver headline in the evening and Filthy Contact are scheduled for an afternoon appearance at 2.15pm. Sunday has a strong finish with Children of the Revolution and Ultra 90s bring the festival to an end from 7pm.

In addition to the live music, the festival will host a funfair, craft fair, food court and real ale and cider bars over the weekend. Admission is £3 a day, with a weekend pass costing just £5. Also, it’s free for children under 11. There’ll be 80 real ales and 25 ciders on tap.

It’s organised by the Round Table and a lot of hard work goes into making the festival a big weekend for Bourne, and committee member Neil Bothwell told me – “Over 100 people volunteer their time to make the event possible and it has grown every year raising over £250,000 for mainly local charities. Last year was a record year with over £30,000 being distributed to beneficiaries. Weather permitting, we are hoping to do the same this year.”

I reckon this is becoming a big event in the area’s social calendar and if the weather is good there doesn’t seem a better place to go for some fantastic live music.

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BEACHY HEAD DIVING CLUB The Peacock, London Road

The Blue Bell, Dogsthorpe

EEVAH + SPECIAL GUESTS Mama Liz's, Stamford

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AFTERSHOCK

The Millstone, Barnack

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CHRIS DIFFORD The Cresset, Bretton

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The Crown, Lincoln Road

The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

The Blue Boar, Eye

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The Burghley, Burghley Road

OPEN MIC WITH GRAHAM CLEAVER

The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

SIMIAN The Crown, Lincoln Road

FRI MAY 31 ACOUSTIC SESSION WITH THE BOATMEN The Boat Inn, Whittlesey

HIGH ROLLERS The Ploughman, Werrington

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ACOUSTIC NIGHT WITH DAVE B

ZEB ROOTS The Peacock, London Road

Charters, Town Bridge

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REVOLVER

The Crown, Lincoln Road

The White Hart, Sibsey

AFTERSHOCK

DB5 The Blue Bell, Werrington

FILTHY CONTACT The Bell, Market Deeping

GROOVE CARTELL The Brewery Tap, Westgate

HALO The Solstice, Northminster

LEFTOVAS The Masons Arms, Bourne

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The Parkway Club, Maskew Avenue

THE SHABS The Prince of Wales Feathers, Castor

THIRD STONE FROM THE SUN SAMM's, Bridge Street

DAN COOPER ACOUSTIC (4PM) Mama Liz's, Stamford

DIVISION The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

Mama Liz's, Stamford

PORKY PIG The Yard of Ale, Oundle Road

SPENCER JAMES The Parkway Club, Maskew Avenue

WALKWAY The Ploughman, Werrington

SAT JUN 1

The Solstice, Northminster

BRM + LAST MINUTE BRIGADE + GREAT PRETENDERS Bourne Festival, The Wellhead

CELLAR FULL O' SOUL SAMM's, Bridge Street

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SUN JUN 2

OPEN MIC NIGHT The Brewery Tap, Westgate

TALLAWAH (3PM) Charters, Town Bridge

MON JUN 3 MARK BISHOP The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

CHRISTIAN SMITH

THU JUN 6

OPEN MIC

THE NITE OWLS

Bourne Festival, The Wellhead

The Millstone, Barnack

Fletton Club, High Street

ORIGINALS BAND NIGHT

The Royal Oak, St. Ives

The Sportsman, Chatteris

Mama Liz's, Stamford

The Angel Inn, Yarwell

The Burghley, Burghley Road

CUBANS & COGNAC

FOLK CLUB The Falcon, Whittlesey

THE MIDAS TOUCH (3PM) Charters, Town Bridge

TUE JUN 11

MIDAS TOUCH Fletton Club, High Street

PALMY UKE BAND (3PM) + CLARKSDALE CONTRACT (9.30PM) The Yard of Ale, Oundle Road

STEALER The Nags Head, Estrea SAMM's, Bridge Street

OPEN MIC WITH ANNA The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

SONGWRITERS EVENING WITH STEVE GIBBS

THIRD STONE FROM THE SUN The Blue Bell, Dogsthorpe

The Burghley, Burghley Road

The Ploughman, Werrington

THE MOLL GRIPS

WARREN JAMES & THE HOT BAND The Parkway Club, Maskew Avenue

The Yard of Ale, Oundle Road

SUN JUN 9

OPEN MIC WITH STACEY

TWO LITTLE PLUCKERS

CHILDREN OF THE REVOLUTION

The Yard of Ale, Oundle Road

The Blue Bell, Werrington

The Prince of Wales Feathers, Castor

The Five Horseshoes, Barholm

The Ploughman, Werrington

NICOLE LAWRENCE The Burghley, Burghley Road The Fayre Spot, Bretton

THE EXPLETIVES The Blue Bell, Dogsthorpe

TIGER CLUB The Crown, Lincoln Road

SAT JUN 15 BECCA RAYNER Fletton Club, High Street

CAP'N RASTY'S GOOD TIME CHARLIES The Ploughman, Werrington

CAUSTIC LIGHTS

WED JUN 12

DIVISION

BACKROOM ACOUSTIC The Angel, Ramsey

LATIN JAZZ DUO

The Burghley, Burghley Road SAMM's, Bridge Street

EDDI READER Stamford Arts Centre, Stamford

The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

FILTHY CONTACT

THU JUN 13

REVOLVER

OPEN MIC WITH GRAHAM CLEAVER

ROCKET 57

The Bull, Newborough

PORKY PIG

LOOSE ROCKET

The Boat Inn, Whittlesey

Ebeneezers, Woodston

VELOCITY

THE ONE EYED CATS

OPEN MIC NIGHT

LOST AND SOUND

HIT FOR SIX

The Crown, Lincoln Road

Bourne Festival, The Wellhead

The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

THE OMEGA MEN (POLICE TRIBUTE)

The Carpenters Arms, Boston

The Yard of Ale, Oundle Road

The Ostrich, North Street

FILTHY CONTACT

LEFTOVAS

LEON

CJ HATT

The Crown, Lincoln Road

The Solstice, Northminster

STEVE FRANCIS + LEFTOVAS + KNOTTLEYS + MOLLY'S CHAMBER + THE FAMOUS UNKNOWNS + NICK CORNEY & THE BUZZRATS + CHILDREN OF THE REVOLUTION + ULTRA 90S

JUNK PUPPETS

THE DEPS

The Ploughman, Werrington

The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

MON JUN 10

The Blue Bell, Werrington The Masons Arms, Bourne

HIGH ROLLERS MIZMERIZE

The Dragonfly, Orton

CJ HATT

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LEXIE GREEN (4PM) Mama Liz's, Stamford

FILTHY CONTACT

OPEN MIC WITH GRAHAM CLEAVER

SAT JUN 8

THE SOAP GIRLS + MARCH 2 THE GRAVE + FYZZ WALLIS BAND Mama Liz's, Stamford

TRUE 90S The Peacock, London Road

FRI JUN 14

The Prince of Wales Feathers, Castor The Yard of Ale, Oundle Road The Crown, Lincoln Road

STEALER The Cock Inn, Werrington

THE GUARDS The Golden Fleece, Stamford

THE JOHN BURROWS BAND The Blue Bell, Dogsthorpe

AMERICANA

THE MONEY SHOT

The Blue Bell, Werrington

The Ostrich, North Street

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GIGS@ESPMAG.CO.UK SUN JUN 16 GRAHAM CLEAVER

LOOSE ROCKET The Masons Arms, Bourne

PEGLER

St. Botolph's Festival, Botolph Green

The Yard of Ale, Oundle Road

GROOVE CARTELL (3PM)

PENNYLESS

Charters, Town Bridge

LIVE MUSIC The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

WILLIAM WEBSTER (4PM) Mama Liz's, Stamford

MON JUN 17 GEMMA MCDOWELL

Bowthorpe Farm Park, Bourne

VELOCITY The Crown, Lincoln Road

SAT JUN 22 23 REASONS The Fayre Spot, Bretton

AMANDA RAYNE Fletton Club, High Street

NICK CORNEY & THE BUZZ RATS

MON JUN 24

MOTOR CITY VIPERS

SHADOW ON THE SUN

The Solstice, Northminster

SAMM's, Bridge Street

THE RAINMEN The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

PCRFM OPEN MIC NIGHT

SKATE AID 6 VARIOUS LIVE BANDS

SAMM's, Bridge Street

PENNYLESS Cellar Bar, Stamford Arts Centre

ROBBIE WILLIAMS TRIBUTE (TICKETED)

TUE JUN 25

OPEN MIC WITH ANNA

SUBWAY 77

The Yard of Ale, Oundle Road

The Yard of Ale, Oundle Road

The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

TALLAWAH

THE MIGHTY AND THE HIGH

The Parkway Club, Maskew Avenue

WED JUN 26

THE GANGSTERS

THE MIDAS TOUCH

BACKROOM ACOUSTIC

THE OVERDUBS

Fletton Club, High Street

THE CONTACTS (TICKETED)

The Ploughman, Werrington

OPEN MIC WITH ANNA

The Angel, Ramsey

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OPEN MIC WITH STEVE AND PHIL Q The Boat Inn, Whittlesey

WED JUN 19 OPEN MIC NIGHT SAMM's, Bridge Street

PAGAN The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

FRI JUN 21 BEN OTTEWELL (GOMEZ)

SUN JUN 23 BEACHY HEAD DIVING CLUB The Blue Bell, Dogsthorpe

CAUSTIC LIGHTS The Crown, Lincoln Road

DIRTY RUMOUR Mid-summer Festival, Castle Bytham

DIVISION The Bull, Newborough

ELECTRIC WARRIORS

CHARITY MUSIC DAY The Yard of Ale, Oundle Road

CHILDREN OF THE REVOLUTION The Yard of Ale, Oundle Road

EPIGONE JAZZ ENSEMBLE (4PM) Mama Liz's, Stamford

HIGH ROLLERS (3PM) Charters, Town Bridge

SAT JUN 29 AFTERSHOCK The Ostrich, North Street Fletton Club, High Street

COUNTRY MIX The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

CHILDREN OF THE REVOLUTION The London Inn, Stamford

THU JUN 27

DIRTY RUMOUR

OPEN MIC WITH GRAHAM CLEAVER

FRANKLY MY DEAR

The Blue Boar, Eye

STAR LIZZY The Crown, Lincoln Road

FRI JUN 28

The Golden Fleece, Stamford

The Crown, Lincoln Road

VARIOUS ARTISTS Chatteris Summer Music Festival, Chatteris

VELOCITY The Prince of Wales Feathers, Castor

SUN JUN 30 ANNA & JIMMY The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

CHILDREN OF THE REVOLUTION (3PM) Charters, Town Bridge

The Iron Horse Ranch, Market Deeping

CUBANS & COGNAC + CAITLYN P + ANDY HUGHES + TIESHA MARIA

HOOKER

The Glasshouse, Key Theatre

The Burghley, Burghley Road

FRI JUL 5

ACOUSTIC SESSION WITH THE BOATMEN

The Blue Bell, Dogsthorpe

The Ploughman, Werrington

Thrive Vegan Festival, Moonhenge

The Boat Inn, Whittlesey

LIVE BAND

OUTLAW EAGLES

FRANKLY MY DEAR

THE FEDZ + STEVIE H

GO WITH THE FLOW

The Burghley, Burghley Road

Market Square, Whittlesey

The Ploughman, Werrington

FILTHY CONTACT

PENNYLESS

Werrington Carnival, Werrington

LIVE BAND The Blue Bell, Werrington

The Burghley, Burghley Road

The Crown, Lincoln Road

THE MONEY SHOT

CHILDREN OF THE REVOLUTION

The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

DIZZY MISS LIZZYS

The Brewery Tap, Westgate

Talbot Inn, Stilton

LAST MINUTE BRIGADE

LISA HAMMOND

The Yard of Ale, Oundle Road

Mama Liz's, Stamford

The Blue Bell, Werrington

CAUSTIC LIGHTS

The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

Mama Liz's, Stamford

SIMIAN

The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

TUE JUN 18

The Parkway Club, Maskew Avenue

The Ploughman, Werrington

The Burghley, Burghley Road

PARK ROYLE

THE GUARDS

The Parkway Club, Maskew Avenue

The Crown, Lincoln Road

FRIDAY JUNE 14

NICOLE LAWRENCE

GIG of the MONTH

The Burghley, Burghley Road, Peterborough.

If you’ve ever seen Nicole perform you know you’re in for a great night out so don’t miss the former X Factor contestant and super entertaining singer when she performs in the city this month. It’s no longer members only.

For more details call 01733 896989 or visit www.theburghleyclub.co.uk.

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ON SALE NOW! 17th – 19th October 2019 7pm (Thursday – Saturday) 2.30pm (Saturday Matinee)

Key Theatre, Embankment Rd, Peterborough PE1 1EF Box office 01733 207239

www.greasepeterborough.co.uk Book, Music, and Lyrics by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey This amateur production of GREASE is presented through special arrangement with and all authorised performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide (TRW), 122-124 Regent Street, 3rd floor, London W1B 5SA. www.theatricalrights.co.uk