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NEW POP UP SHOPS IN WESTGATE ARCADE We’ve heard there’ll be three popup shops joining Westgate Arcade at Queensgate Shopping Centre in the run up to Christmas.

From Wednesday November 13 to Tuesday December 24, two of Westgate Arcade’s previous tenants – Very Craftea and the Wildlife Trust – will be joined by newcomer The Small Business Co. The Small Business Co. has teamed up with Etsy seller Fox & Rainbow selling personalised gifts.

From festive pyjamas to personalised bags, baubles, t-shirts and more, the store will stock gifts galore, with many under £20. There will even be an express printing service where you can collect your customised gift within an hour! They’ll be joined by Very Craftea, selling delicious, quality, loose leaf, socially responsible tea and cute craft kits which make great Christmas gifts.

Also returning to Westgate Arcade is the Wildlife Trust, stocking a variety of goodies including books, insect homes, bird boxes, calendars, Christmas cards and stocking fillers, it’s a must on your Christmas shopping trip.

SKI FILMS AT TALLINGTON LAKES Tallington Lakes is set to turn cinema as it screens several all ski films at the pro shop action ideal for ski and snowboard fans.

On November 6, Faction ‘The Collective Film’ will include thrills, spills, giveaways and loads more surprises including a free recreational skiing and freestyle session from 7-8pm. It’s free entry and starts at 8pm.

On November 27 it’s the Picture Organic Clothing film ‘Shelter’ about ski/snowboard touring in the Alps. Motivated by a passion and love for the mountains, five friends travel from hut to hut, observing firsthand the impact of climate change on the Alps. Expect a great evening with giveaways, food and drink, and free recreational skiing and freestyle session between 78pm. Free entry.

Then on December 4 it’s 686 ‘Overture’ including both snowboarding and skiing. Check it out on the big screen at this Tallington Lakes Premiere. This film will not be available online to stream, so don't miss this chance to watch it! Again there’ll be

giveaways, food and drink, and free recreational skiing and freestyle session from 6.30-8pm.

Find out more on Tallington’s Facebook page.

OUTDOOR WEDDINGS AT ORTON HALL If you’re getting hitched have you heard there’s a fabulous new gazebo at Orton Hall & Spa which will mean you can book an outdoor wedding?

Ever dreamed of getting married in the great outdoors under blue skies, surrounded by family and friends? Well with their newly constructed gazebo, nestled in the beautiful parkland setting with Orton Hall as a beautiful backdrop, you can now say “I do” in a romantic ceremony outdoors.

They can cater for up to 140 guests for an outdoor civil ceremony, so get in touch if you’d like to know more on 01733 391111.

NHS APPROVAL FOR MBE My Body Essentials on Shrewsbury Avenue have added another string to their bow. They tell us they’ve recently gained NHS approval to provide patients with IPL hair removal. It’s perfect proof of their commitment to the safety of their clients and up to date training so you know you’re in safe hands.

They offer a huge range of treatments to correct damage, protect and enhance your skin including hair removal, thread vein, moles and laser tattoo removal as well as acne treatments and skin rejuvenation.

MELANIE RICHARDS HAIR AND BEAUTY It’s a new era for the Melanie Richards hair salon in Peterborough as they open up a new Elemis beauty room. The independent, family run business on Bridge Street has been open for eight years and is relaunching as Melanie Richards Hair And Beauty with a new beauty salon on the second floor using all natural ranges including Elemis.

They’ll be offering lashes, brows, waxing, massages, facials as well as men’s waxing and facials. They’re also doing nails and can offer Botox fillers by a registered nurse. Find out more on www.melanierichardshairboutique.co.uk.

SANTA FUN RUN TO SUPPORT SUE We’re being asked to pull on our Santa gear and raise vital funds for Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice.

The Peterborough-based hospice is one of the charities to benefit from this year’s family friendly Stamford Santa Fun Run held on Sunday December 8 at Burghley Park in Stamford.

Anyone can take part in the event organised by the Rotary Club of Stamford Burghley – so why not turn your pushchair into a sleigh for the day and your furry four legged friends into Reindeer!

It costs £9,000 a day to run the hospice and funds raised by Santa runners will support local families needing expert and compassionate palliative care and bereavement support To sign up visit www.stamfordsantafunrun.com and select Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice as your team.

For more information visit www.sueryder.org/thorpe or call 01733 225999.

BLOOD CANCER CHARITY LOOKING FOR SUPPORT A new community group to be set up in Peterborough by charity Bloodwise will offer a variety of volunteering opportunities to help raise funds and awareness for blood cancers such as leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma.

Bloodwise Community Groups are a network of volunteers who are passionate about beating blood cancer by raising funds and increasing awareness across their local communities.

The groups are a central part of the charity’s work to fund research and provide support for all those affected by the disease.

By organising collections, fundraising activities and events whilst also receiving donations on the charity’s behalf, Community Groups make a real impact by engaging people at a local level.

They’d love to hear from you if you’re interested in getting involved and representing Bloodwise locally to change the future of those affected by the disease.

For more details on how to get involved, contact Michael Clarke (Regional Relationships Manager) on mclarke@bloodwise.org.uk.

CRAFTS AT NENE PARK On the run up to Christmas there are an exciting number of events being held at Nene Park to get you feeling festive!

Pop down to the park and pick up some gifts at the Christmas Craft Market on Saturday November 23 and Sunday November 24. It’s brought to you

by Craft People and is open between 10am and 4pm, with over 30 stalls with a variety of gifts and

Christmas decorations and festive treats.

On each Sunday in December local bands and music groups will be entertaining visitors close to the Visitor Centre and Ferry Meadows CafÊ. They’ll also be running craft workshops for both children and adults.

There’ll be a great Christmas Holiday Trail to get you out an about – just collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry Meadows.

To ďŹ nd out more about all their festive events please visit the website www.nenepark.org.uk/visitus/events.

MIDWINTER KIDS’ FESTIVAL COMES TO ARENA Here’s one to look forward to next year to get the kids out over winter.

On Saturday February 8 and Sunday February 9 bored children and frustrated parents will ďŹ nally have an answer to their midwinter prayers as The Peterborough Kids’ Fest hits The East of England Arena in Peterborough.

Organised by Hot Pink Events, the festival will feature attractions aimed at children from 1 - 14 years of age, with a dedicated under-5s area, an adult creche, quiet areas for breastfeeding mothers and special provisions for those with additional needs including SEN. Attractions include obstacle courses, circus workshops, arts & crafts, sports, STEM events, storytelling and face painting, as well as bubble football, go-karting, a soft play area, and dance and sports.

To ďŹ nd out more visit www.eastofenglandarena.com

THAI AND TUNES THIS NYE AT THE BREWERY TAP If you like to eat out and enjoy some great music on New Year’s Eve you can enjoy both at the Brewery Tap on Westgate. On December 31 the tell us they’ll have

some cracking live entertainment from The Contacts and will be serving a fantastic Thai Banquet all for £35. They’re also taking bookings for Christmas parties now and will be serving their delicious Christmas menu from November 1 – December 24.

CHARITY BALL A charity ball is being held this month to raise money for the charity CALM, The Campaign Against Living Miserably. They’re leading a movement against suicide, the single biggest killer of men under the age of 45 in the UK. It’s coming up on Saturday November 23 at the Holiday Inn Peterborough, the event is called CALMival; a carnival inspired night with circus entertainment, music and a gala dinner. There will also be an auction and rafe as part of the evening. Tickets are £60 including a 3 course meal.

If you fancy getting your glad rags on and supporting a great cause go to www.calmival.bigcartel.com.

DINOS TO ROAR AT CATHEDRAL This one is a little way off but is deďŹ nitely one to get excited about in 2020 as Peterborough Cathedral is to display the Natural History Museum’s touring exhibition, T. rex: The Killer Question.

The display will be made up of 14 dinosaurs, nine of which are animatronic models. Amongst the collection is a moving, threequarter size T. rex, as well as life-size T. rex skeleton and models of other dinosaurs.

This exciting exhibition will be on show from July 20 to August 31 and tickets will go on sale in the new year. To make sure you receive an email alert as soon as there is more news, please email t.rex@peterboroughcathedral.org.uk.

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Tai Carter has the ESP guide to the best shows around…

The Nutcracker A seasonal treat for all ages, the Russian National Ballet presents The Nutcracker – a beautiful rendition of the classic fairy-tale story written by E.T.A Hoffman. Detailing the story of Marie, a little girl who travels to the Land of Sweets with a Nutcracker Prince, this imaginative, joyful journey will leave you full of Christmas spirit and wonder!

You can enjoy this magical ballet at the Key Theatre on Saturday November 9 at 2.30pm and 8.30pm. Tickets are £28 or £26 (over 60’s) available from the box office or on 01733 207239.

Totally Tina!

The only Tina Turner show you’ll ever need to see, Totally Tina does not disappoint! Given the seal of approval by the esteemed Agents Association of Great Britain as the UK’s No.1 Tina Turner tribute, you will not want to miss this startlingly accurate depiction of her life and music. It’s a revival of the Queen of Rock n Roll for a night full of nostalgic classics like Proud Mary, Nutbush City Limit and everybody’s favourite Simply The Best as well as tracks like Get Back and Jumping Jack Flash now added to the set. Complete with tail feathers, sequins, and incredible dance routines, your 2019 won’t be complete without having seen this show!

Catch it at the Key Theatre on Saturday November 2. Tickets are £25 on 01733 207239.

The Lock In ‘Christmas Carol’ Get ready for an entertainment assortment; including a gig, dance show and pantomime! This BBC award winning show featuring The Demon Barbers will leave you feeling very festive for the month to come. Let’s set the scene: Christmas Eve. The Olde Fighting Cocks pub. The ambitious Jasmineezer is about to establish her new business, the ‘Oompah Techno Bar’. Cheap drinks and loud music will spell disaster for the local community.

Christmas is in peril! ‘A full on show of such blazing energy’ (The Independent) that’ll surely leave you in awe of the demonstrable skills that the whole cast have. ‘Guaranteed to raise weary spirits and send an audience home smiling!’ (The Telegraph).

Catch this energetic folk and hip hop combo of a show at the Key Theatre on Sunday November 24 at 3pm. Tickets are £17.50 on 01733 207239.

Some Guys Have All The Luck – The Rod Stewart Story Introducing the brand new theatrical production, in celebration of a monumental icon in rock history – Rod Stewart!

Played by Paul Metcalfe, his performance is described as authentic and charismatic, delivering the authenticity we’ve come to know from Rod, whilst oozing charisma during his songs. You won’t be disappointed with all the hits you’ve come to know and love featured – Tonight’s the Night, Baby Jane, Maggie May and so many more.

See this great tribute to the music legend at the Cresset in Bretton on Sunday November 3. Tickets are £25 from the box office or call 01733 265705.

The Carpenters Story –

Goodbye to Love Tour 2019

Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers: Tribe 25 Celebrating their 25th anniversary, you can share this momentous occasion alongside the UK’s original touring Taiko Tribe as they announce a new tour! ‘A tour de force of both music and stamina’ (Avant Magazine) Mugenkyo are world renowned as the innovators of the art form, garnering attention in TV, film and stage. Including suspenseful choreography, powerful rhythms and a selection of taiko drums ‘this show is not one to be missed’ (Edinburgh Evening News).

See it for yourself at the Key Theatre in Peterboroughon Friday November 8.

Tickets are £23.50, £13.50 (under 18’s), £21.50 (over 60’s) from the box office or on 01733 207239.

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Captivating the UK, this enthralling celebration of what made The Carpenters internationally acclaimed, will be sure to leave you on a high. Having sold over 100 million albums and singles, the gorgeous orchestral arrangements, and classic set list will leave any Carpenters fan feeling incredibly satisfied.

See this highly acclaimed concert style production at the Cresset on Thursday November 21.

Tickets are £24.50 from the box office or by calling 01733 265705.

The Red Hot Chilli Pipers Get ready for the world renowned bagpipe group as they take over the Cresset stage. With accolades such as opening the main stage at T in the Park in 2014, their fusion of traditional Scottish music and rock/pop has taken the world by storm. Stopping in Peterborough amidst the rest of their world tour, having collected a huge roster of talented, World Championship titled musicians they will floor you with their impressive talents.

See them play live on Sunday November 24.

Tickets are £26.50 from the box office on 01733 265705.

Carole – The Music of Carole King From the makers of famed West End shows such as Seven Drunken Nights, The Story of the Dubliners and Walk Right Back comes Carole - The Music of Carole King, a story of one of the greatest songwriters in popular music. Depicting her humble beginnings in New York as she began to hone her craft, and continuing into early 70’s California where she embraced her talent. Including some of the best music from that period, from the likes of Dolly Parton, Aretha Franklin and Dusty Springfield. This odyssey through this star’s life will have you up and dancing. It’s not to be missed!

See the show at the Cresset on Tuesday November 5. Tickets are £25 from the box office or by calling 01733 265705.

An Audience with Simon Reeve Introducing the New York Times bestselling author and TV presenter on his first theatre tour, Simon Reeve promises an exhilarating journey through his many adventures around the world. Described by the BBC as the ‘most adventurous traveler’, you’ll see him recount moments of beauty contrasted with perilous danger. From avoiding bullets to surviving malaria, and walking through minefields to being taught to fish by the President of Moldova.

Having spent the past 10 years making over 70 programmes, Simon has become a staple of British television, with the public well accustomed to his extraordinary adventurous antics. Integrating travel with an acute environmental awareness and consciousness, he’s someone who’s dedicated their life to the greater understanding of this world we live in. A talent that mustn’t be missed.

Enjoy an audience with Simon at the Cresset on Monday November 11. Tickets are £26.50 from the box office on 01733 265705.

Blue Stockings - Stamford Shoestring Theatre Jessica Swales’ feminist play details the lives of the ‘first years’ who were not allowed to graduate, leaving Cambridge University as ‘blue stockings’, without qualifications and unmarriageable. This 1896 tale is both life affirming and a celebration of womanhood as they contend with class, sexism and their university. Relevant as ever now, this play will be sure to inspire and inform.

See this new production at Stamford Arts Centre staged by their talented resident amateur theatre company, Stamford Shoestring, from Tuesday December 3 – Saturday December 7. To book call the box office on 01780 763203.

Blake Christmas Classics The BRIT award winning trio Blake are back with the perfect Christmas concert at the New Theatre on Monday December 2.

The guys will be performing all your favourite Christmas songs including Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas, Let It Snow and White Christmas in their rich vocal harmonies. Blake bring you a spectacular evening with great music, funny stories and even a ‘virtual duet’ with Dame Shirley Bassey!

Tickets are £25 on 01733 852992.

Whitney: Queen of the Night

The Mousetrap

A powerful night of music honoring one of the greatest musicians of all time, Whitney is a show that will transcend all expectation. With sensational performances, three decades of classics, and a range of musicians, celebrate the legacy of a once in a generation talent with Whitney: Queen of the Night!

Featuring your favourite tracks like I Wanna Dance With Somebody, One Moment In Time and My Love Is Your Love.

Catch this great tribute featuring a talented line-up of musicians and artistes at the Cresset on Saturday November 30. Tickets are £26, £25.50 (concessions) from the box office or call 01733 265705.

If you love an Agatha Christie mystery it’s time to work out the clues and see whodunit in The Mousetrap at the New Theatre in Peterborough.

This murder suspense story has become the longest running show of any kind in the history of theatre and is heading here from November 4 - 9.

The scene is set when a group of people gathered in a country house cut off by the snow discover, to their horror, that there is a murderer in their midst.

Who can it be? One by one the suspicious characters reveal their sordid pasts until at the last, nerve-shredding moment the identity and the motive are finally revealed.

Tickets are £18 - £32.50 from the box office on 01733 852992.

Big Girls Don’t Cry The Eastcoast Boys will certainly get you in the party mood with their new Christmas special celebrating the fabulous music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.

They’re heading to the New Theatre on Thursday December 5 with a night packed with all your favourite Frankie Valli hits including Sherry, December 1963 (Oh What a Night), Walk Like a Man, Rag Doll, Big Girls Don’t Cry and many more.

There’ll also be some of your favourite Christmas tunes sung in festive falsetto along with some carols all arranged in the iconic harmonic style of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.

Tickets are £27 on 01733 852992.

The Johnny Cash Christmas Special Want some rock n roll? Country music? Look no further than Johnny Cash! Starring Rick McKay as The Man in Black, alongside Jodie McKay as June Carter Cash and the phenomenal Starkville Country Band, this festive experience at the Cresset will have you singing to classics like I Walk The Line, Ring of Fire and A Boy Named Sue with all of your heart. End your year surrounded by loved ones, and the sweet tunes of Cash on Tuesday November 26.

Tickets are £26.50 from the box office on 01733 265705.

Fame The Musical Fame costs… but tickets for this fantastic hit musical are from £22.50 - £39.50! Get your legwarmers at the ready as Selladoor Productions present the definitive 30th anniversary tour of Fame The Musical starring Keith Jack (Any Dream Will Do, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat) and Jorgie Porter (Hollyoaks, Dancing On Ice).

Back in 1980 they sang that fame would last forever… and it seems this story of the students at New York’s High School For The Performing Arts has done just that! From the film to the musical the story of the heartbreaks and highs of these talented young performers hoping to make it in showbiz continues to be a hit with audiences worldwide.

Fame The Musical has seen seven West End runs since opening on Broadway in 1988 so don’t miss it when it comes to the New Thetare in Peterborough from November 25 - 30. Pop into the box office or call 01733 852992 for tickets. www.espmag.co.uk

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Christmas in The city centre is about to get that festive feel and with the return of a real Christmas tree to Cathedral Square and a big new festive market it looks set to be a cracker!

We can’t wait for the big light switch-on event on Friday November 15 when the winter nights will get a real lift with some stunning illuminations throughout the city centre.

The family entertainment on stage will be hosted by BBC Radio Cambridgeshire’s Breakfast Show presenter Kev Lawrence and producer Andy Lake. The fun starts at 3pm and lasts until 8pm, with the lights being switched on at 7pm. As the event coincides with Children In Need night, Pudsey Bear will also be making a special appearance.

Big crowds are expected once again with many people pleased to see the return of a real 40 foot spruce lighting up for the first time since 2014!

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Jack Allen, from the New Theatre in Peterborough, which is supporting the tree, said: "We are delighted to have helped get a real tree back into the heart of the city. The switch-on will be the first opportunity to see it all lit up, which will be a spectacular sight and sure to get everyone into the festive spirit!"

The on stage entertainment features multi-award winning Cambridge band 4th Labyrinth, the Urban Dance Academy, Peterborough Cathedral Choir led by Tansy Castledine, Peterborough Voices led by Will Prideaux, Lucy's Pop Choir and panto stars from the Cresset, Key and New Theatres will put on a show.

This year’s switch-on is being supported

by Vodafone, whose Gigafast Broadband is

bringing some of the faster broadband speeds in the UK, straight to homes and businesses across Peterborough.

Councillor Steve Allen, Peterborough City Council’s cabinet member for recreation, said: “This year’s event includes entertainment for all the family which I hope will encourage lots of young people into the city centre. As well as enjoying the big switchon, you can take the chance to do some Christmas shopping and enjoy the many restaurants that Peterborough has to offer.

“Working in partnership with Vodafone means we are able to offer an event packed with fantastic entertainment and plenty of festive sparkle.”

Father Christmas, city Mayor Councillor Gul Nawaz and Peterborough City Council Leader Councillor John Holdich will be switching on the lights which will be followed by a burst of fireworks to get Christmas in the city off to a great start.

There’s another fantastic addition to the

the City festivities this year with a large new Christmas Market on the Cathedral Green the day of the lights switch-on and running right through until December 28. The market will see dozens of chalet style stalls also open up along Bridge Street and Long Causeway on November 17 and Cathedral Square on November 26.

As part of the event, the Guildhall will be turned into a cool Ice Bar, while youngsters can enjoy a trip to Santa’s Grotto, carousel rides and other fun and games.

The market will be open daily from 10am until late and will include more than 100 stalls selling festive food, drinks and goods from all over the world. Read more on Page 14 of this issue.

Carol singing, reindeer and Santa runs are also planned and we’ll have more details in the next issue of ESP, online at www.espmag.co.uk and on our social media.

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he weekend of the lights switch-on also sees a great chance to start your present shopping with not just the new market on the green but Peterborough Cathedral’s own popular Christmas Craft and Gift Market underway as well.

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They’ve added new stalls this year packed with a huge range of unique gifts and handmade crafts all available in the Cathedral Nave and Transepts on the evening of Friday November 15, to coincide with the city’s Christmas Lights switch-on, and during the day on Saturday November 16.

There will be so much to choose from including vegan soaps, hand-painted silk scarves, leather-goods, ceramics, artworks, bamboo socks, jewellery and much more. Refreshments will also be on sale.

A donation of £2 per adult is invited on entry and the proceeds will go towards the running of Peterborough Cathedral.

The Craft and Gift Market is open in the cathedral from 6.30pm to 9pm on the Friday and 9.30am to 4.30pm on the Saturday.

For more information visit www.peterborough-cathedral.org.uk or call 01733 355315.

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Get set for a Festive Fiesta Christmas arrives in Queensgate Shopping Centre on Saturday November 16 with the return of their amazing Festive Fiesta.

The centre literally comes to life with Christmas characters… and this year it’s bigger, better and even more Christmassy than ever!

Everyone loved last year’s Festive Fiesta which got Christmas underway in stunning style so due to popular demand once again the shopping centre will erupt with music, dance, entertainment, prizes and lots of surprises – all wrapped together to create the most magical experience.

Last year saw dancing bellboys, nutcracker ballerinas, musical drummers, plus mischievous elves, the hilarious Ugly Sisters and Rudolph’s reindeer buddies – this year promises more of the same plus extras for good measure.

“Everywhere you turn there will be a glorious celebration of Christmas,” said Rebecca Keefe, Marketing Manager at Queensgate. “This is a full Christmas takeover, like never before. It’s going to be more magical and special than you can even begin to imagine. This is the most important event in the calendar, and it will be full of surprises too – prepare to be amazed!”

The popular Generation Game will also be back where shoppers are invited to take part in the game of memory and the chance to win thousands of pounds worth of prizes. From a games console to a HD TV, a top of the range vacuum to coffee machines, touch-screen tablets to Queensgate Gift Cards, and of course, a cuddly toy!

There’ll be decorations galore, and of course Santa’s grotto will make its welcome return in November through until Christmas Eve, where the jolly man himself will be ready to find out what’s on those all-important wish lists.

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There’s a brand new exciting attraction at Nene Valley Railway this winter and it’s set to light up the track.

A new fantastic 60 minute Winter Light Spectacular is coming to the steam railway on selected dates in December and January featuring a decorated train and amazing displays along the route.

For years the Santa Specials at Nene Valley Railway have been a festive staple, but this year you’re spoilt for choice… or maybe you’ll just try both! This year it’s #santaorlights as you decide. The Santa Steam experiences run from November 23 – December 24. They include entertainment on the platform, a visit to Santa’s Grotto for a gift, food on the steam train and Santa will

visit each carriage.

At the Light Spectacular in December you’ll gather on the platform at Wansford for the big reveal then once on board the heated carriages, head to your allocated seats, sit back and enjoy a magical train ride, viewing the beautiful light displays between Wansford and Overton Station while a musical accompaniment adds to the treat.

The turntable café open will be open until the train’s departure, offering a selection of hot and hearty snacks. Santa won’t feature at this event, so to meet him you’ll need to book their Santa Steam experience.

Booking is essential for both trips so to find out more and book visit www.nvr.org.uk.

Christmas Magic at Peterborough Cathedral There’s so much happening at Peterborough Cathedral this Christmas but to really get you in the festive spirit you can’t beat the Christmas Magic concert – guaranteed to give you that warm and fuzzy festive feel!

The concert on Saturday December 14 is one of the highlights and is now in its ninth year. With a 2.30pm matinee for the whole family to enjoy as well as an evening performance at 7.30pm, there’s something for everyone young and old.

Expect to hear festive favourites like We Three Kings, Little Drummer Boy, Walking in the Air, Jingle Bells, Carol of the Bells, Mary’s Boy Child, When a Child is Born, White Christmas, Winter Wonderland, and many more, getting your Christmas off to a flying start!

Showcasing performances by the city’s award-winning choirs Peterborough Male Voice Choir, Peterborough Voices and Peterborough Youth Choir, and accompanied by the Cathedral organ - one of the finest in the country – Christmas Magic will also feature Peterborough Festival Brass, with instrumental Christmas classics like Sleigh Ride.

Tickets from £18 are available from Peterborough Visitor Information Centre, by phone on 0333 666 3366 or at www.peterboroughsings.org.uk.

PANTO TIME – OH YES IT IS! It’s time… to boo, hiss, laugh, cheer and scream “It’s behind you!” with all your might. Panto season is here and this year we have three crackers to enjoy. It’s everyone’s excuse to be a big kid at Christmas and for families to have a great night out where they can all let loose with a bit of audience participation. This is our ESP guide to the Peterborough pantos… Oh yes it is!

Beauty and the Beast We’ve been enjoying the Key Theatre panto for years, ESP is 20 after all, but most of the team can remember this being a Christmas staple long before we even started the mag!

It’s the longest running pantomime in the city and has always had a really intimate friendly feel. With a smaller auditorium you’re in the thick of the action and younger kids feel really involved.

This year Vivacity’s bringing us the classic French fairytale, Beauty and the Beast which is once again ably directed by Simon Egerton. As we’ve come to expect it’ll be packed with parody songs, city references to make us locals laugh and lots of audience participation.

You may well know the tale from Disney, or the film with Emma Watson, but this version puts a hilarious, local twist on this traditional tale, setting the action in the provincial town of ‘Pierreborough’, (home of the ‘Macrongate Shopping Centre’) with set, costumes and actors showing off lederhosen, alpenhorns and plenty of yodelling.

Beautiful Belle doesn’t really like dressing like ‘the other girls’ and has a quirky look of her own. She meets The Beast (a formerly charming ‘chevalier’) and becomes swept up in an adventure to undo the curse on him by the wicked Wolf Queen and her Wolf Pack.

What make this panto different is that all the music is performed on stage by the

actors themselves and if you’ve been along in recent years you’ll recognise some familiar faces who are returning to entertain us once again. In the starring role of Belle, Rebecca Levy will be wowing audiences for the third year running, having previously played the title role in Peter Pan (2018) and Aurora in Sleeping Beauty (2017).

There’s no denying one of the best parts in any panto is the dame and joining the cast this year is TJ Holmes as Madame Obnobs. TJ is an experienced actormusician and musical theatre performer who’ll be joining the company straight from touring in the hilarious hit show One Man, Two Guv’nors.

Beauty and the Beast is a traditional panto featuring trained actor-musicians, all the music is live and much of it is original too. It's all homegrown with Simon having written directed and composed it himself.

Simon told us: “I am thrilled to be back working with the creative team at the Key Theatre again and with such a fantastic cast and crew. Our shows combine the best traditional family panto and musical experience you can find, not just in Peterborough. We aim to provide all the glitz, glamour, fun and ‘he’s behind you’s’ that you might expect but always find room to make things a little different. How have we managed that this year? Well, you’ll have to come and find out!”

Beauty and the Beast runs from December 5 – January 5 and tickets start from just £10. You can book online at www.vivacity.org/panto or call the Key Theatre box office on 01733 207239.

Cinderella This year’s show at the Cresset in Bretton is an absolute panto classic. Cinderella has everything you need with a great story, a heroine to root for and plenty of magic.

The Cresset Theatre’s teamed up with Premier Pantomimes once again and has been presenting us with some great festive fun over the years which we’ve all loved.

This year should be no exception with the return of the far too handsome Mitch Hewer as Prince Charming and former EastEnders star Ricky Groves serving up the laughs as Buttons.

The Cresset panto is loud and lively and usually makes the most of the larger auditorium with the characters making a run for it through the crowd and making the kids scream with excitement.

Ricky Groves is a popular panto veteran and audience favourite, having appeared in previous productions of Dick Whittington (2012) and Beauty and The Beast (2013).

He told ESP – “I’m loving it – everyone knows each other and it’s a great company to work for. I’ve been playing the baddie in a few pantomimes but I do like the comedic role so it’ll be nice to come back to that “I think this is my 12th panto so I must have learned something in that time or I wouldn’t be here – but it’ll be great to get that audience reaction again and see if we can make some people smile this Christmas!”

In the role of Prince Charming is Mitch Hewer, who regular panto-goers will recognise from previous pantos at The Cresset, including Aladdin in 2014, Snow White in 2017 and as the dashing title character in last year’s production of Robin Hood. Mitch got his big break on Channel 4’s Skins, has appeared in Casualty and in

recent years Mitch has appeared on stage in Never Forget, the musical based on the songs of Take That and on screen alongside Selena Gomez in the movie Behaving Badly.

Mitch told ESP – “I can’t imagine Christmas without panto – and that’s coming from someone who’d never even seen one before appearing in one! I think these days with the internet kids often lack using their imagination and panto is just good old fashioned story telling which kids don’t get when they’re stuck on social media.

“I think one of the favourite parts for me is having fun back stage trying to put each other off! I can’t wait.”

Joining them will be the hugely talented Lily Shires as

the star of the show, Cinderella, and this year we see two favourites return in quite different roles.

Lawrence Stubbings is usually cast as a brilliant baddie while Zach Vanderfelt has been the hugely popular dame but this year they’re teaming up as the Ugly Sisters and they’re promising over the top make-up and plenty of reasons to boo them both!

Cinderella is produced by Premier Pantomimes, who have been producing top quality pantomime productions at The Cresset since 2008. Writers and Directors John Newman and Stuart Morrison have been the creative force behind Cresset pantomimes for over ten years

now, and it’s always a fun and lively show that gets everyone involved.

Cinderella runs at the Cresset Theatre from December 7 – 30. Tickets are priced from just £9 with

fantastic group offers available.

Book through the box office on 01733 265705 or online at www.cresset.co.uk.

The Wizard of Oz There’s a new kid on the panto block this year, or should that be the yellow brick road?

There’ll be no place like Peterborough this Christmas as the New Theatre is up and running and adds an entirely different style of show to the city’s panto menu with the Wizard of Oz. With the largest auditorium and with Strictly Come Dancing’s Katya Jones leading this year’s pantomime spectacular this is a much larger affair as we’re whisked off from Kansas to Oz in a large scale production.

Katya may think she’s the star of the show as Glinda the good witch – but she’ll be competing with a real life, and far too cute, Toto!

The former Strictly winner who’s been paired with BBC sports presenter Mike Bushell in the latest series will be bringing some Strictly glitz to her panto debut and is bound to be a draw for fans of the dance show as well as those who love a good festive night out.

We’re not sure if we’ll see any Gangnam Style Salsa as she did with Ed Balls but we bet she’ll bring plenty of sparkle!

Katya says: "The Wizard of Oz will be a first for me and the Prime Pantomime production so I think we’re a little over

excited! I’ll be swapping my dancing shoes for a pair of wings as Glinda and I can’t wait to bring some sparkle to Peterborough New Theatre.

“Panto is a wonderful experience for the whole family. It’s full of magic and joy. So if you love celebrating winter festivities as much as I do, then I will be seeing you there!”

Although The Wizard of Oz will be a much larger show it’s still created specifically for a local audience packed with audience participation, dazzling costumes and plenty of laughter, guaranteed to have you shouting, clapping, and singing along to a host of charttopping hits.

You can join Katya as Glinda helps Dorothy on a whirlwind adventure through the Emerald City as she and her loyal friends: the brainless but cheeky scarecrow, the cowardly lion, and the heartless (literally!) tap-dancing tin man, navigate through the magical Land of Oz in search of the mighty and mysterious wizard. With the Wicked Witch of the West determined to stop them by any means necessary, however, will the spirit of friendship triumph over evil?

This new panto for Peterborough is being brought us by Prime Pantomimes as part of their debut season. Prime Pantomimes is a dedicated pantomime production company founded by awardwinning Selladoor Worldwide and Immersion Theatre Company and is directed and written by James Tobias with choreography from Philip Joel.

The Wizard of Oz runs from December 14 (please note Katya Jones will not be performing in either show on Saturday December 14) to December 31.

Tickets are on sale now so click your heels together and book your tickets at www.newtheatre-peterborough.com or call 01733 852992.

Peterborough Christmas Market There’ll be no need to struggle with what to buy Uncle Bob or Cousin Claire this year as Peterborough’s shopping options will get a huge boost when over a hundred alpine style chalet stalls pop up throughout the city centre packed with gifts and goodies.

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he new Peterborough Christmas Market will start out on the Cathedral Green supporting the Cathedral’s own market inside on November 15 coinciding with the city’s lights being switched on.

Then it will expand out onto Bridge Street, Long Causeway and Cathedral Square bringing us even more choice right through until December 28 and will be open late bringing a great festive vibe to the centre each evening.

It’s a major change for the city centre’s festivities and should prove a brilliant attraction. There’ll be special events and activities and the Guidlhall will be transformed into a cool ice bar!

You’ll be able to warm up with some delicious food including burgers or hog roast, or experience authentic foreign flavours. It wouldn’t be Christmas without mulled wine to keep you toasty while you wander and immerse yourself in this Christmas Market or there’s hot chocolate, Christmas cake and hot muffins.

There’ll be fun and entertainment too with Santa runs, games, a fabulous carousel, children’s car ride and flying chairs for the brave.

The market will be supporting Peterborough with plenty of local suppliers selling homeware, jewellery, hand crafted gifts, artisan products, health & beauty goodies, clothing and accessories along with items for both home and garden. If you’d like to have a stall just get in touch with Michelle on the email below, you can still sign up.

Anyone interested in being a stall holder should email michelle@ peterboroughchristmasmarket.co.uk.

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Thank You Buttercross

As the heading reads, yes, thank you Buttercross Café.

Runners were great at the Eastern So, the Perkins Great Eastern Run half marathon was cancelled after half an hour delay because of a report of a man acting suspiciously near one of the roads on the route.

Police launched a major firearms response to the situation, which in the end turned out to be a false alarm after a witness, acting in good faith, misinterpreted what was was seen.

This meant that more than 3,000 runners (some who’d travelled from as far away as Northern Ireland) had to go home after months of preparation for their big day.

What followed was a response from runners that would have been so different five or ten years ago. We live in a world where the threat of terrorism is real and we’re now wired up to be more vigilant and report suspicious behaviour.

We’re also now more wired up to be better accepting of situations like that Sunday where we can’t leave anything to chance and risk our safety.

That’s why race organisers the city council were praised by the runners for making the right decision.

It was a situation based on information the council were presented with by police at the time that left them with no choice. Who knows, perhaps pre-Boston or even pre-9/11, organisers would be making a different call but the reality is it’s always better to be safe than sorry.

So, well done to the runners for understanding.

Well done to the witness for calling in what he or she saw to police and well done to the council for managing a difficult situation with only one thing in mind – the safety of their residents and visitors to our city.

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Thank you for introducing me to the best cappuccino outside of Naples. Thank you for being the only reason I visited Central Park in adulthood. Thank you for being so welcoming. Thank you for not ripping people off. Thank you for trying to build a sense of community. Thank you for helping to keep the park sustainable.

But most of all thank you Vince and Fil for your continued dedication and determination through challenging times to stay open for 28 years.

The Buttercross owners have decided to call it a day and not attempt to go for the full 30 years – good for them. They were made an offer they couldn’t refuse and now it’s time to enjoy the simple things in life that people not in business take for granted.

Those that know Vince and Fil will acknowledge how hard they’ve worked and the sacrifices to health and personal finances they’ve both made for their business over the years.

I was in my late teens when they opened the Buttercross and we should all be thankful they did. I remember the park not having the best reputation at the time and even had my bike stolen there one Saturday afternoon.

It was in my opinion a brave move to start a business there and that’s down to the belief Vince and Fil had in the potential

of the park. Central Park has flourished around the Buttercross much like a football team gains confidence around its key player.

I’ve introduced the park as a recreational option to dozens of people over the years and it’s all because of the Buttercross. The cafe plays an important part in bringing together our city’s rich tapestry of diverse communities.

It might be the end of an era for the Buttercross but with a new name and new owners it’s time to write a chapter for the next 30 years that we can all be equally thankful for.

Make Her Day! And onto another outrageous survey result.

Telling a woman she looks happy can make her day. Apparently it provokes a better reaction than saying she’s young for her age, commenting on her weight loss or her dress sense. That’s like telling a man he’s got a nice smile will get a better reaction than saying he’s good in bed.

I live in the real world. So, can someone please survey me?

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I don’t know if it’s just me but I actually look forward to visiting the New Theatre Peterborough because the team there are so nice!

It dawned on me after my third visit what a bunch of lovely people they are.

This is probably mainly due to being an entirely new team but also because the majority of the crew are from theatre backgrounds.

But this is the part where I contradict myself. I’ve been to the biggest theatres to see the biggest shows in London and New York City but all the staff I’ve encountered are miserable and have the personality of a breeze block.

Maybe we know a thing or two about passion and customer service in Peterborough or maybe the team are just so damn excited about the calibre of entertainment they’ve brought to our city!

My most recent visit was to watch Avenue Q. It was adult funny (not for kids) and had some of society’s most challenging messages cleverly woven into it. The cast were brilliant and I was even more impressed when I was told they all had to learn their faultless American accents.

The quality line-up of shows continues this November where there’s something for everyone. But for me it’s all about the beginning and the end of the month.

November starts with The Rat Pack – Swingin’ at the Sands! – and ends with Fame. Need I say more?

How many people to change a lightbulb?

Safestyle UK has revealed the top 10 most Googled DIY questions and in at number nine with 33,000 times asked in the last year was: How do you change a lightbulb?

Number one was how to fix a leaky tap, which I can understand given that they can actually be tricky to fix and plumbers cost three grand an hour. But changing a lightbulb – seriously?

Next people will be Googling how to turn an oven on... wait that’s me...

• Hope you’re enjoying the sunshine (when clearly you can’t in an office) • Before I commence, some general housekeeping to make you aware of • Can you put that in an email please?

• Joined up thinking Shows like The Apprentice encourage this language too.

Why can’t we all talk plain English in a language I understand like the guys I met on a local building site this morning? They asked where the nearest Greggs was and if Angels was worth a visit.

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CHRISTMAS I know it’s not December but the consumer world has been getting excited about Christmas since the start of September, so here’s why I love it (sarcasm) so much: Rennie, rip-off Christmas dinner, Superman III, cheap crackers, food shopping like the world’s going to end, too many happy people, sending return Christmas cards, useless presents, people asking “Are you ready for Christmas?” Not enough appreciation for Jesus’s birthday and the ‘perfect’ Christmas Day photos on Facebook.

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Food Glori us Food Family Festive Lunch with Santa Christmas is a time for getting together with family and friends, but you don’t have to be a slave to the oven. The Holiday Inn at Thorpe Wood has it all organised and they’ve even asked Santa along.

Take some time out from the festive stress and get your family together before the big day on Sunday December 22. Relax with a three course carvery lunch, plus a visit from Santa and his elves with a gift for the children.

Starters include leek, potato and watercress soup or melon stack, mango, passionfruit, pomegranate and mint relish followed by a carvery of roast turkey or roast ham with a selection of potatoes and seasonal vegetables. That’s

It’s Cheese Fest

all finished off with a traditional Christmas pud, chocolate and orange tart or an ice cream sundae for the children.

You can book in from 12 noon to 2pm and it’s £18.95 per person (£11.95 for children under 12 years old).

If you really can’t face all the cooking why not book in for their Indulgence Christmas Day Lunch and let them handle the turkey troubles and sprout dilemmas while you sit back and enjoy being treated!

To book call 01733 289933.

Festive Food and Breakfast with Santa at Harvest Barn Harvest Barn are launching their festive food and drink at their first ever Christmas Craft Fayre on November 23 and 24 which will also be showcasing wonderful talent from across Lincolnshire and Cambridgeshire. They’ll be stocking free range turkeys for Christmas and veg boxes so everything you need for the big day. There’ll be plenty of indoor and outdoor stalls to browse and of course carol singers! It’s on from 10am – 4pm and entry’s free.

Next month you can enjoy a breakfast buffet with Santa on December 6/7/8. Spend the morning in their brand new cabin with Santa and enjoy a delicious hot and cold buffet breakfast – everything will be available from sausages, bacon and eggs to croissants and toast. Tickets are £8.99 per child, which includes a craft table, buffet breakfast and gift from Santa. Grown ups can sit with their children for free, or you can pay £6.99 to get in on the buffet breakfast action!

To book your tickets email Ashley at info@harvestbarn.co.uk, drop them a Facebook message or pop in!

Free Glass of Wine with ESP That’s right, just take this copy of ESP Magazine along to the Pizza Parlour on Cowgate in Peterborough during November and you’ll receive a free 125ml glass of vino when you order a main course!

The restaurant boasts the only wood fired pizza oven in the city and the beautiful crispy pizzas it produces are delicious.

If you’ve been tasked with organising a Christmas party, book in for 10 or more guests and you’ll receive a free bottle of Prosecco!

And if you’re planning ahead for New Year’s Eve you can eat out at the Pizza Parlour before you party – they’re offering a three course set menu for £24.95 at 6pm and £29.95 at 8.30pm on December 31.

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If a bit of Wensleydale has you crying out for ‘more cheese’ this event at the East of England Arena will drive you crackers!

Touring festival, Cheese Fest is heading back to Peterborough on Saturday November 16 with even more cheesemakers and cheesy comestibles on offer.

Bigger, better and cheesier than before this year’s Cheese Fest coincides with the 30th anniversary of cheese fanatics, Wallace and Gromit, who’ll be attending the event courtesy of Aardman Animation.

There’ll be more than 140 different cheeses from producers and vendors around the world, as well as food outlets offering hot and cold cheese dishes and the ideal drinks to accompany them.

Go along for the cheese, stay for the fun – there’s a jam packed programme of feasting and entertainment planned from 10am.

For tickets visit www.eastofenglandarena.com.

Sausage & Cider Fest Another foodie festival coming to Peterborough is the Sausage and Cider Festival, which comes to the city and the East of England Arena for the first time.

This one offers great live music while enjoying a pint or two of the many delicious craft ciders and beers on offer. The festival takes place in the evening of Saturday November 16 (after Cheese Fest!).

As well as featuring the finest ciders from across the country there’ll also be a huge variety of delicious sausages, definitely not your standard bangers. They’ve sourced the finest butchers’ sausages and those with a little twist too!

Non-cider drinkers fear not, there’s not just cider at this event! With a fantastic Craft Beer & Gin Bar, there’s something for everyone.

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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas… and Van Hage in Peterborough is all geared up for the festivities with everything from decorations to gifts, food to family fun and Christmas trees to cards. about a tasty cheeseboard for your guests or as a gift? There are plenty of cheeses you won’t find in the supermarket such as Christmas flavours including Black Forest Wensleydale (cherries, chocolate and Kirsch), white stilton with strawberries and champagne and Wensleydale with chocolate and orange. Plus Christmas meat packs will be available to order for everything you need to feed all the family on Christmas day.

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f you want to get in the festive vibe just take a wander through their aisles of beautiful decorations and you’ll get that warm and fuzzy feeling! Whether you favour a more traditional look or want to go wild you can – just take a look at their ornate safari animals for the tree!

Christmas crocodile anyone? Or you can go for a fairytale feel, unicorns, swans, an icy polar design or a woodland theme. There are even puppies and kittens to adorn your tree this year, so just take your pick.

Talking of trees there are plenty in store – both fresh cut and artificial and all the lights you could want to create a festive glow.

There’s a huge collection of gifts here too with presents to suit all the family from throws, eye masks and Christmas smelling candles to fun family games such as the I’m a Celebrity Bush Tucker Trial Test. There are choccies and treats, beers and gins, crockery and toys as well as plenty of gardening goodies of course.

Head into the food hall and deli and you can pick up more foodie gifts or buy your goodies for the Christmas dinner. How

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You can test some of the food at their Taste of Christmas evening on Thursday November 28 from 6-8pm when there’ll be

a wide array of food & drink samples available from many of their suppliers, plus a free mince pie and glass of mulled wine on arrival. Santa will be popping in and there’ll be fun for the kids, music and entertainment.

The Christmas grotto opens on the weekend of Saturday November 30 and Sunday December 1 and there are now fun quad bikes for the kids to ride outside at the rear of the garden centre.

Looks like Van Hage at Eye has Christmas wrapped up!

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START YOUR FUTURE AT AN OPEN DAY It’s now the time of year when students and parents are looking at different universities by attending Open Days. Studying the other side of the UK is not for everyone and you may be surprised about how lucky we are to have University Centre Peterborough (UCP) on our doorstep. They are many financial benefits for studying locally, but UCP have a fantastic reputation for creating highly skilled and successful graduates.

Why should I come to an Open Day? Choosing where to study is a big decision and requires researching before deciding where to go. Open Days provide the perfect opportunity to get a feel for what university life will be like as you get to meet and speak to both the academic staff and students. You will get a better idea of what it is like by visiting the campus in person rather than just looking at a website or watching a video so it’s worth making the effort.

Can I find out about student finances?

Yes, during the Open Day there’ll be information talks about a variety of topics including student finances and the UCAS application process. The Student Support and Admissions teams will be on hand to speak to you individually about any queries you may have so you get all of the information you need on the day.

How is UCP different to other universities?

As UCP is smaller than other institutions it offers many advantages that other universities can’t offer due to its size.

Students really benefit from small class sizes and learning from academic staff who can spend more time with students so they get

the most out of their degree. They even have group and 1:1 tutorials so students get feedback and are prepared throughout at all times. The majority of their courses can also be studied as two full days a week, which can only be done as it’s easier to timetable courses this efficiently.

Is two full days a week less study?

The majority of degrees at UCP are full honours degrees that take three years to complete, although there are some courses such as foundation degrees which last two years or HNC and HND qualifications and education courses which are one or two years.

No, it’s the same amount of study, but instead of spreading the course for a few hours each day over 4 to 5 days in a week, they group these lectures into full days. This makes it easier for students to plan independent study plus it’s more convenient for travelling with some students commuting to the city. It also helps students get work placements during their studies which will ultimately improve their employability after they graduate.

When do I need to apply by?

What type of students study at UCP?

There are two Open Days to choose from before the end of the year. If you prefer to visit on a weekend then go along on Saturday November 9 from 10am to 1pm or if an evening is more convenient then the Open Day on Thursday December 5 from 5.30pm to 8pm is best for you.

There’s a really diverse range of students at UCP which makes it an exciting community.

Not everyone is from the local area as students come from all over the UK when they discover what makes UCP so different.

There’s a wide mix of ages with a growing number of students starting at UCP straight from sixth form and college – but mature students (those over 21 years of age) can feel right at home as a third of students are older when they start their studies.

The first deadline for applications for courses starting next year is January 15, 2020 although you can apply at any time before then as it means you can secure your place and start the process of sorting out your student finances a lot earlier. If you don’t apply by this date, there’s still plenty of time left to apply but don’t leave it too late.

When are the next Open Days?

How can I register for an Open Day? It’s quick and easy to register your attendance in advance by visiting www.ucp.ac.uk/openday.

Are there degrees to start in January?

What if I can’t make an Open Day?

Yes, not all courses have to be started in September. If you want to study Business Management or Computing and Information Systems, then these courses can be started in January 2020. There’s still plenty of time to apply for these courses as you don’t start studying until the end of January. This is a really popular option for mature students wanting to improve themselves as a New Year’s resolution.

If you can’t make these dates, then there are more Open Days in 2020, or you can simply drop-in to their Park Crescent campus and staff will be happy to help. For information about the courses at UCP you will find information in the prospectus or online at www.ucp.ac.uk.

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He’s photographed good friends, reunited old friends and now he’s created a new book full of man’s best friend. Get ready to add Chris’ Porsz’s latest book – Barking! – to your Christmas wish list.

Peterborough paramedic and street photographer Chris Porsz is back with a whole new take on his candid photography and our four legged friends just love the lens.

Chris has spent years capturing characters and places in his own unique style and here at ESP we’ve always celebrated his talent. He’s saved lives in his ‘day job’ as paramedic but raised plenty of smiles with what’s become a fantastic record of social history for the city and beyond.

Following the success of his previous photo books New England (2015) which focused on the changing face of Peterborough, Reunions (2016) which brought some of his previous subjects back together in the mock ups of his original images, he then headed out to pastures new with Streets of Europe (2017) and then around the UK with Streets of Britain (2018).

His latest book Barking! has been snapped in his spontaneous style so we asked Chris just how difficult it was to capture a good image?

“I try to adopt the maxim of one of my photography heroes Robert Capa – ‘If your photographs are not good enough then you are not close enough’. So I walk and stalk for miles, get down to their level with a wide angle lens on a fast shutter speed, fire away and hope.

Sometimes I have got too close to snarling dogs, unhappy owners or to a Yorkie that cocked its leg over me and my camera!

“My quest would often involve round trips of

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hundreds of miles but I returned with not even a sausage dog.

“Barking was inspired by one surreal mandog image taken by the great American photographer Elliot Erwitt in New York. It depicted a bulldog sat on its owner’s knee and so I started looking for more funny dogs. As the great man said – ‘I don’t know of any other animals closer to us in qualities of heart, sentiment and loyalty’. I couldn’t agree more and the project has made me realise how devoted some owners are about their dogs and hence the title Barking.”

Any interesting stories to tell behind the images?

“I have many but my boss suggested I check out Barking in London. It bugged me so I sat for hours on Barking station hoping to capture a dog in front of the ‘Welcome to Barking’ sign.

Obviously looking suspicious I was approached by security but they were happy when I said I was a train spotter.

“I waited for hours outside ‘The Spotted Dog’ for a dalmatian and outside 'The Barking Dog' for a barking dog but there were just no dogs in Barking! Well it should be renamed ‘Not really Barking’ as I went back three times to finally achieve the image with Colin the train spotter and best friend Rosie.”

Do you have a favourite?

“I have many such as the three dogs copulating on Primrose Hill or a dog peeing on a funny sign but the piece de resistance has to be the front cover. If I came away from New York with just that one image it would have been worth it. A picture that I was not going to take as it was boring with a dog just catching a ball.

Instinctively and fortunately I just raised my camera and snap!”

To buy your copy head to www.chrisporsz.com.

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paparazzi Caught in the act?

ANNA’S HOPE FUN RUN We’re giving a big cheer to all the runners who braved the rain and completed the 5k Anna’s Hope Fun Run in Peterborough and raised thousands for local charities – they may have looked bedraggled but they were heroes every one!

ESP reporter Mikey Clarke was among them and told us – “It was great to see so many people taking part in the Anna’s Hope Fun Run. The weather wasn’t particularly great, but I soon forgot about the rain once I was among the energetic crowd. The thing I love about the fun run is that you get all ages and athletic abilities taking part – it’s something that most people can be part of. You even had many in fancy-dress.

“After my 40-minute challenge (yes, went at a gentle pace), I returned to see that the half marathon had been cancelled.

Although I know this must have been frustrating, I completely understand the decision to call it off. Safety should always come first. I just hope people continue to donate to all those worthy charity causes. People may not have been able to run those 13+ miles on the day, but many would have accumulated hundreds of grueling miles whilst training. See you all in 2020.”

If you were one of the thousands of runners at the Perkins Great Eastern Run who were disappointed on the day, we salute your dedication in training and your patience and understanding on the day. Seeing the race cancelled due to a police incident was a huge disappointment for all concerned after everyone’s hard work but safety has to be the priority.

It’s good to hear from the organisers that there’s been such positive feedback to a tough decision. Hopefully you will all come back determined in 2020. Keep an eye out on PGER social media for an announcement about next year’s race in the coming weeks.

Stamford based Anna’s Hope raises money for children with brain tumours and does some amazing work which has been supported by the runners – find out more on www.annas-hope.co.uk. www.perkinsgreateasternrun.co.uk You can see all of our Paparazzi photos by Mike Harris on our Facebook page.

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A new covers album released on November 1 in aid of BBC Children in Need features some unusual singers including two Dr Who stars, Hollywood actors and soap stars – but not celebs known for their vocal talents. Sarah Tempest finds out how ESP cover star Jodie Whittaker attempts to be the new Chris Martin…

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and laughing when you are practicing and giving you really supportive compliments like ‘shut up, it sounds like a dying cat’ and I’ve picked myself up, dusted my knees off and come to Abbey Road and I’m going to nail it! So it’s nerve racking, humiliating and exciting.”

And nail it she has, with the single racing up the charts and raising thousands of pounds for BBC Children in Need. Now if only she had a TARDIS to keep all the awards that are coming her way. Wait…

The album, Children in Need: Got It Covered, is available from November 1, and all profits will go to BBC Children in Need, with a minimum of £1.50 per album. A special 90-minute entertainment documentary, narrated by Dervla Kirwan, will air on BBC One ahead of the annual BBC Children In Need Appeal show on Friday November 15.

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he may have been cast as the 13th Doctor in BBC’s Doctor Who, but life is anything other than unlucky for Jodie Whittaker, who’s Sarah Tempest proved a huge success and won over many die hard ‘Whovians’ who insisted the Doctor could only be male. And now she’s added another ‘dimension’ to her notable talents by recording the official 2019 Children in Need single.

Having graduated from the Guildhall School of Music and Drama with the top prize of Acting Gold Medal, Jodie was soon gaining a reputation as a talent to look out for. But it was her breakthrough role in 2013’s television drama Broadchurch that really made Jodie’s name and earned her plaudits galore for her performance as grieving mother Beth Latimer. The series hooked the nation and was the topic of water cooler catch ups countrywide – and Jodie’s portrayal ripped at heartstrings everywhere.

Taking on the role of the first female Doctor (she swiftly shut down those critical of her casting with: “Doctor Who represents everything that's exciting about change. The fans have lived through so many changes, and this is only a new, different one, not a fearful one.”) Jodie is never one to shy away from a challenge, and it could be argued that taking on Coldplay’s song Yellow for Children in Need is one of her biggest yet. “So I chose this song because I have stalked Coldplay since they first appeared on any stage,” she says. “I went to my first Coldplay gig in New Zealand when I was eighteen and they were on in the afternoon and it was like 4 o’clock in the afternoon at a festival so Parachutes had only just come out.

There was about one hundred people watching and waiting for the headliners and I was crying and singing along to every single track.

“So I think I have sufficiently stalked them enough to steal their song, and ruin it. I love them and they have sound tracked my entire adult life and I think it is the most beautiful song that has stood the test of time. Because now, I’m really showing my age, it’s almost 20 years old this song.”

But despite her considerable vocal talents (who knew?!) Jodie hasn’t found it easy swapping acting for singing. “It’s very daunting, it’s quite humbling. I started this process thinking I was a really brilliant singer. I‘ve gone through peaks and troughs of having that enlightened moment when you realise that you are not Adele. That was a sad day.

“Then picking yourself off the floor when all your friends at work are pointing

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Juggy is our New Voice Time to meet Juggy, you’ll be hearing (and seeing a lot of more of him) very soon.

Juggy (Jagvir Sohal) was the winner of the BBC New Voices talent search which ESP editor Sharon McAllister helped to judge. He will be presenting some shows on BBC Radio Cambridgeshire next year but will also be featuring in ESP and making appearances on Salaam Radio in Peterborough.

The audition day saw over 70 entrants from all walks of life queue up eagerly at the Key Theatre, keen to tell an engaging story in just 1 minute for the chance to impress and get a foot in the door at the BBC. David Harvey, Editor at BBC Radio Cambridgeshire told ESP – “The size of the turn out and the standard of entries was amazing. I really didn’t envy the judges picking a winner.

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and disaster; stories about family and friends and well observed monologues about the frustrations of daily life. Telling those tales against the clock in a calm, measured, orderly manner was a really tough challenge.

“I’m delighted for the overall winner, Juggy, who is clearly an exciting new talent and he’ll be visiting the station in the next few weeks to talk about hosting radio shows on BBC Radio Cambridgeshire in the New Year.”

The pressure was certainly on as BBC breakfast show presenter Kev Lawrence introduced each person and gave them the count down – they then had 60 seconds to impress and the judges had just those few moments to see who was engaging, had a good voice for radio and that certain something special. It was a tough choice for judges Sue Marchant, presenter at BBC Radio Cambridgeshire, Xidus Pain,

award winning rap artist and musician, ESP editor Sharon McAllister and Imtiaz Ali, sports host at Salaam Radio.

In the end after much delibertaion it was 29 year-old Juggy from Bedford who works for a publishing company who won. He now gets some great opportunities to further a career in the media and he’ll get the chance to write some features in ESP early next year along with his BBC radio shows.

Juggy has tried his hand at community radio but it is his dream to work for the BBC so he jumped at the chance to audition for New Voices. On the day his 60 seconds in the spotlight appealed to all four judges and his lively personality proved a winner.

“For my minute long story, I knew I wanted it to be funny and catch the panels attention quickly,” explained Juggy, “so I was recounting to my friend about the stuff that happened to me recently and we both agreed on two stories, on the day I decided to go with the inappropriate twerking one.”

In early October he got the call live on air from Kev Lawrence to say he’d won and couldn’t believe it.

Some of the 11 finalists

“When I got the call to say I won, I genuinely was shocked, you never think it’s going to be you, especially with all the talent that was there. Once the shock died down I was just really excited and relieved as my journey into radio and presenting has been a long difficult one so was pleased that I had achieved some sort of accolade.

“I am looking forward to seeing what kind of doors open from this amazing opportunity and to collaborate on developing some diverse content and stepping even further into this creative world I have been pursuing.”

ESP will be introducing you to Juggy early next year when he’ll be writing a series of articles for the magazine.

He was one of 11 fantastic finalists and we’re pleased to hear that they, along with another 35 who auditioned will be getting to tour the Radio Cambridgehsire office and may well be guests for future programmes. There were so many great people who stepped up to the mic that day that we know there are plenty more voices out there that should be heard.

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FROZEN II Released Voice Cast: Idina Menzel, Kristen Bell, Josh Gad Directors: Chris Buck & Jennifer Lee

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The end of the Star Wars Skywalker saga isn’t the only major Disney blockbuster juggernaut over the festive season – with this sequel to 2013’s massively-successful animation extremely likely to melt the box-office too.

Three years after the events of the first film, Elsa (Idina Menzel), Anna (Kristen Bell), Olaf (Josh Gad), Kristoff (Jonathan Groff) and

THE IRISHMAN

Sven, embark on a new journey beyond their homeland of Arendelle, when Elsa starts to hear a new sound from the north – and she can’t let it go.

They travel to an enchanted land in order to discover the origins of Elsa’s powers to save their own kingdom – which sees iconic The Goonies actress Martha Plimpton star as the leader of an ancient tribe.

This time they’re quite literally heading ‘Into The Unknown’ – which is the name of the new catchy tune that will accompany this sure fire hit.

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Martin Scorsese and Robert De Niro make history in their ninth collaboration – by releasing this big-budget mobster drama at both multiplexes and on NETFLIX (November 27) in the same month.

After the generally successful Cameron Diaz-led 2000-set original film was derailed by its God-awful sequel Full Throttle – it’s taken 16 years for the courage of a softreboot to happen.

This often-mooted ‘pet project’ gangster biopic from Scorsese centres around mob hitman Frank ‘The Irishman’ Sheeran (De Niro), who recalls his involvement in the disappearance of his long-time friend Jimmy Hoffa (Al Pacino) – with De Niro’s Goodfellas co-star Joe Pesci in support.

Officially this is meant to be a continuation of the movie franchise – based on the popular Seventies TV series – with The Twilight Saga’s Kristen Stewart headlining alongside Naomi Scott (Aladdin) and British star Ella Balinska playing new characters for the kickass ‘trio’ investigative team.

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The next chapter to Stephen King’s cult 1980 Jack Nicholsonheadlining horror classic The Shining finally arrives. Years after the events of said film, a now-adult Dan Torrance (Brit star Ewan McGregor) meets a young girl with similar powers to his, and tries to protect her from a cult known as The True Knot – who prey on children with abilities to remain immortal. Rebecca Ferguson costars.

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The Theory of Everything ‘dream team’ of Oscar-winner Eddie Redmayne and Oscar-nominee Felicity Jones re-unite in this Amazon Original biographical drama. In 1862, daredevil pilot Amelia Wren (Jones) and pioneering scientist James Glaisher (Redmayne) find themselves in an epic fight for survival – attempting to make meteorological discoveries in a hot air balloon.

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Bizarrely re-named from the far sexier title of Ford v Ferrari – this biopic looks promising after the impressive trailer. American car designer Carroll Shelby (Matt Damon) and highoctane driver Ken Miles (Christian Bale) battle the laws of physics, corporate interference and their own personal demons – to build a revolutionary car for Ford to challenge Ferrari at the 24 Hour Le Mans race in 1966.

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Peterborough’s first Film Festival heads to the city this November.

ESP’s Mikey Clare finds out more…

ESP Magazine started over 20 years ago to celebrate and highlight the great things happening in Peterborough and beyond.

Hopefully whilst flicking through these pages you’ll agree that there’s something for everyone to enjoy in the city throughout Mikey Clarke November.

For my fellow film buffs out there, I’m excited to announce that a brand-new film festival is coming to Peterborough this month (November 8 - 17). The Gateway Film Festival aims to celebrate local history, community as well as being Peterborough's gateway to film from the past and around the world. It takes place across five core days and encompasses a range of genres, venues and events, including artists, moving image, archive, musicals and world cinema to name just a few. The expansive programme offers the chance for people to see something new and visit some of the interesting venues across the city and its surrounding areas.

We spoke to the Festival Director, Emily Steele, who told ESP – "The Gateway Film Festival offers Peterborough a wide variety of alternative cinema that is usually not available for people living here.

Through the festival we will invite you to explore film beyond the modern Hollywood blockbuster."

Emily was born in Peterborough and has had a passion for film all her life. “I truly began to love film when I began discovering old Hollywood films,” she explained. “I would spend my Saturday job money in the sale section of HMV buying copies of films such as Sunset Boulevard, Breakfast at Tiffanys and Casablanca. I went on to study filmmaking at Manchester School of Art.” Emily is known locally for curating short film nights of movies by female filmmakers under the name Cine-Sister (which still runs in Peterborough now), film screenings, filmmaking workshops and she works as a freelance filmmaker.

Why did Emily want to bring Gateway to Peterborough?

“Gateway Film Festival started as the idea I applied with to the Peterborough Presents Emerge Young Producer Programme. I had been doing short film nights for about a year and wanted to do something more ambitious.”

Emily continued, “I hope that people will try something new to them, explore films from different cultures, fantastic older films as well as new cinematic experiences.”

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GATEWAY FILM FESTIVAL

The festival opens with Past/Present Peterborough: Short Film Showcase with a Q&A at the John Clare Theatre on November 13. It brings together short films from local film makers and explores the city on film.

During the festival, highlights include an Artist Moving Image Screening on November 9 with a Q&A from artist Rosanna Greaves from Babylon Arts. There’ll be the all-time classic Metropolis on November 14 at the Peterborough Arts Cinema, and an immersive screening of Bollywood hit Dil Dhadakne Do at The Undercroft can be seen in Hampton on November 15. This screening will be accompanied by a live dance performance from local dance group, Bollysouls, and indian food will be included. It’s set to be a great night of film, food, music and dance.

There will also be a take-over of St John’s Church in Peterborough on November 16 at 2pm, with a screening of The Adventures of Prince Achmed and a shadow puppet making activity suitable for families. This 1926 German animated fairytale is considered to be the oldest surviving animated feature film by the foremost pioneer of silhouette animation, Lotte Reiniger. This will be followed by Jean Cocteau’s La Belle et la Bête (6pm), the 1946 version of the classic French romantic fantasy film, Beauty and the Beast.

Gateway closes with Surreal Words: Silent Film and Poetry on November 17 at 7pm, in partnership with Syntax Poetry Festival (covered in this issue of ESP). Here local poets Hana Sayeed, Ross Sutherland, Pete Cox and Charley Genever will be performing live poetry to three surrealist short silent films in this not to be missed conclusion of the festival.

Is this a one-off event? Emily hopes not – “If it goes well, I would love to do it again next year!”

Those that know me will confirm I am a huge film buff and I personally can’t wait for this – and I doubt I’m alone in that. Don’t miss out on something truly unique happening right on our doorstep. Everything mentioned above really is all just the tip of the iceberg! For full details and to buy tickets, visit www.gatewayfilmfestival.co.uk.

Mikey Clarke

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GET rEAdY For ThE ChrISTMAS CouNTdoWN WITh AN AMAzING SELECTIoN oF bEAuTY AdVENT CALENdArS. Gone are the days where advent calendars are just for the youngsters. These days we can all indulge in a (slightly more expensive) version to open up alongside our choccies. Every year the selection gets more and more, so where do you start? In what has to be my favourite time of the year, it’s my pleasure to be able to bring you ESP’s top tips for beauty advent calendars this year, all available in local Peterborough stores!

John Lewis & Partners Beauty Advent Calendar

Award for Best Value Glow Beauty Calendar Wilko (£6) Yes, you read it right. Wilko are launching a Glow Beauty Advent Calendar at just £6 – because everyone deserves a beautiful glow.

There are 24 beauty treats and accessories included in this calendar, featuring everything you need to keep refreshed and relaxed during the festive season. So if you’re on a budget but still want a beauty treat, this is one to consider.

Spoiler alert: Includes a charcoal clay mask and lip balm.

Award for Most Indulgent Dream Big This Christmas Beauty Advent Calendar The Body Shop (£45) A beautiful looking calendar for your dressing table! This contains 24 products from our favourite bath and body collections, including a number of special edition seasonal ranges. It’s worth £81 in total and every product is aimed at indulging and relaxing you during the busy festive period.

Spoiler alert: Contains two great Special Edition products – a Juicy Pear Body Butter and Juicy Pear Hand Cream.

NoVEMbEr IS VEG PLEdGE MoNTh Could you take the veg pledge? Why not challenge yourself to go vegetarian for the month of November and you can also raise money for Cancer Research UK. On the Cancer Research UK website you can sign up your pledge to go vegetarian or vegan for one month. You’ll get more details on what you can and can’t eat and how you can raise money for a great cause. You can learn new recipes and boost your intake of high fibre foods. What a great way to get healthy before the Christmas indulgence starts.

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Award for Best for the Gents Clarins Men 12 Days of Christmas Calendar John Lewis ad Partners (£60) Guys, this might only be a 12 days of Christmas advent calendar but it’s packed full of everything you'll need to make this the most festive holiday season yet. Includes two full size products and 10 travel-size treats, from skin care to make-up must haves.

Worth £112, you’re getting a bit of a bargain too if you like Clarins products.

Spoiler alert: Has a great Tonic Bath & Shower Concentrate, and Super Moisture Gel. Award for Best Make-up NYX Love and Lust Disco Boots (£50) Regular readers will know I’m a massive NYX fan, so this was a must have for me. Their first ever advent calendar doesn’t disappoint with such a great array of products in so many bright colours. It’s 24 days of getting your creativity going. From bold liners to metallic lip creams, high coverage concealers to liquid highlighters, this set filled with fullsize products is set to make you stand out this Christmas.

Spoiler alert: Faux fur eyeliner and metallic eyeliners perfect for smoky eyes.

MoVE For MoVEMbEr Want to support Movember this year but not up for growing a tash? Well, there is another way. This year the Movember squad are asking us to put one foot in front of the other to raise funds for men’s health.

We are all being encouraged to ‘Move this Movember’ by running or walking a total of 60 kilometres over the month. That’s 60 kilometres for the 60 men we lose to suicide each hour, every hour across the world.

You don’t have to be an ultra-athlete, or own the latest kicks. Move is simpler than that. Hit it fast. Take it slow. Run solo. Join a team. Go outside.

Track it on your smart phone. Good luck!

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Clarins Men 12 Days of Christmas Calendar Award for Best Extravagant Purchase John Lewis & Partners Beauty Advent Calendar £150 OK, if you really want to treat yourself, look no further. The contents of this is worth £255, so you’re kind of getting a great deal, and it’s full of all those great beauty house names JL stock.

It doesn’t skimp and has 25 windows and is full of deluxe size products including radiant skincare heroes, make-up must-haves and beautifully scented fragrance favourites for you to try. You'll be perfectly prepped and pampered for the festive season.

Spoiler alert: Sisley Supremÿa Eyes At Night, 2ml and Laura Mercier Velour Extreme Lipstick, Dominate. …..and don’t forget, if you want to give something back this Christmas after you’ve treated yourself, a great idea doing the rounds is to do a reverse advent calendar. Reverse advent calendars work by you filling them every day with items of food or clothing that can then be taken to a food bank or charity in order to help those less fortunate that are struggling at Christmas time.

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Well Being Karen Devine’s

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Vitamins – as easy as A, B, C ?

The UK’s supplement market is booming as individuals look for a more natural approach to supporting their health and vitality. However, you might not always know if they’re actually doing you any good or perhaps you’ve been taking them for too long and they’re no longer working as well, or worse, disrupting the fine balance of nutrients in your body.

The word ‘supplement’ means something added to enhance. So, that said you need to look first at your diet to check what you’re putting in and whether that food is getting absorbed well enough to deliver those nutrients to your cells.

If there’s inflammation, indigestion, high stress levels, low pancreatic enzymes, bile insufficiency or unfavourable bacteria in your gut (often following medical drugs, unhealthy diets etc), you may not absorb those key nutrients and therefore won’t be getting the most from your food. If you don’t chew your food well enough that won’t be helping either. I am still amazed how much solid food pieces I see coming out during a colonic session with clients. It should be waste matter not whole food pieces coming through!

If the type of food you eat leaves a gluey residue throughout your digestive tract, thereby sticking around causing mucous, inflammation, excess gas, unfavourable bacteria and more – this will not be an ideal environment for absorbing nutrients.

Think of refined carbohydrates, sugars, excess animal protein, lack of fibre etc – very gluey or inflammatory foods.

With this in mind, the best vitamin/mineral or other supplement will be difficult to break down and be absorbed unless it is helping initially to remove wastes, reduce inflammation and change the environment ready for supplements. So, if you take them to give yourself a boost then think about clearing out, mopping up and improving the internal environment first.

However, there are times that vitamin/mineral support is often suggested (and needed) which are: • The elderly •

The very young – picky eaters in particular

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11 year-old’s upwards who are let loose at the senior school canteen opting for the pizza, bacon rolls etc, their need for nutrients such as Iron, Zinc, healthy proteins and fats are much greater for growth at that time and so they may show up with problems such as anaemia

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After surgery

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Using probiotics after antibiotics or gastric infections

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When we’re run down or stressed out

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When a deficiency’s arisen and detected in the blood or other such as Iron, B12, Folate, Vitamin D etc

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Intense athletic training

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To supplement a diet that may not be getting the needs met such as a vegan diet if not followed correctly

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Coeliac or other inflammatory bowel disease where absorption is compromised and much more

I do recommend supplements from time to time but they’re generally more targeted such as for hormone balancing, gut healing, supporting digestion and eliminations. I’m still struck by the number of supplements people will take and over a long period of time without any changes. Some have been taking the same supplement for years.

You should really review this, for instance taking just a fish oil (omega 3) for months/years needs looking at as the delicate balance on the cell membrane can be disrupted. Or taking trace minerals such as Iron or Zinc in isolation can affect other competitive minerals. Vitamin D deficiencies, once corrected need to have a balance of all other fat soluble vitamins such as A, E and K – continuing to take Vitamin D can upset this balance too. It all needs tweaking from time to time.

If you take a supplement (s), then ask yourself if they’re still doing what you originally took them for.

Maybe the initial support’s now waned and they’re no longer needed. If your diet’s lacking in nutrients or creating mucous, inflammation, constipation, lack of flow and toxicity then this is the elephant in the room that needs addressing before you really can reap the benefits. Focusing on detoxification, cleansing and elimination is key for the body to be able to be free of cellular and digestive waste encumbrances to be able to flow better and absorb nutrients.

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I do recommend supplements from time to time but they’re generally more targeted such as for hormone balancing, gut healing, supporting digestion and eliminations.

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Think of the money saved when the supplements you’ve been taking may no longer be required, that money could be better spent on a good juicer and/or blender to deliver concentrated nutrients direct from Mother Nature herself from colourful fruits and veggies.

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Local slimming expert attends exclusive 50th anniversary event

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ocal weight-loss consultants say they’ve come back brimming with new ideas to share with members after attending an exclusive national slimming event hosted by the founder of Slimming World, Margaret Miles-Bramwell OBE. Mike Jarvis along with other consultants from Peterborough and the surrounding area were part of the lucky 500 guests from across the UK and Ireland who won a place to attend Slimming World’s special event: ‘50 amazing years, one very special day with Margaret Miles-Bramwell OBE’.

Mike Jarvis, a Team Developer and Consultant for the Bretton Slimming World groups, was one of the lucky few to win a place. Mike, who became a consultant after he graduated from the Slimming World

Academy in September 2017 and lost 4 stone himself as a member, heard from Margaret how Slimming World has adapted to the changing world yet stayed true to its founding principles – a liberating, uniquely satisfying eating plan based on the concept of Free Food. And most importantly a passion for treating every member with genuine care, empathy and respect.

Mike says: “I left Nottingham brimming with inspiration and ideas to share with my members. There’s no doubt the insight will enable me to improve the support I give to everyone who attends my Slimming World group each week.”

Slimming World is currently recruiting for more local consultants in the Peterborough area and Mike praised those

already running a host of local groups for their energy, compassionate support and the great results they’re seeing.

“Across Peterborough our members are losing hundreds of stones every week, and each week as members lose weight, I see them growing in confidence. I see them changing their health, becoming more active, trying out new foods and recipes and finding the courage to take on challenges that they’ve always dreamed of.

“Members who arrive at group with their self-esteem at rock bottom start to hold their heads high as they lose weight successfully and are encouraged and supported to make changes by the rest of the group.”

Like all Slimming World consultants, Mike lost weight at a group himself and knows just how valuable group support can be. Consultants receive in-depth training from the Slimming World Academy to help their members make long-term changes to improve their health and wellbeing as well as passing their new habits on to their family.

Training includes the role of healthy eating and activity in weight management.

Crucially, it also includes training in how to help members lift the guilt and shame they may feel as a result of struggling with their weight and help them to form healthy lifestyle habits.

There are over 50 groups in the Peterborough area, visit www.slimmingworld.co.uk/nearest-group to find the one for you. If you’re interested in becoming a consultant call Mike on 07774 868859 for more information.

LOSE A STONE FOR CHRISTMAS! There are over 50 Slimming World groups in the Peterborough area, including...

Bretton, City Centre, Dogsthorpe, Eye, Fletton, Glinton, Hampton, Netherton, Orton, Oundle, Paston, Sawtry, Stanground, Thorney, Walton, Werrington, Wittering, Woodston and Yaxley.

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If you want to lose weight and NEVER go hungry, visit www.slimmingworld.co.uk for details of all groups in the area And don’t forget to check out our Slimming World in Peterborough Facebook page for the latest updates

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Word Up

Peterborough Stages First Poetry Festival

The word on the street is that Syntax is going to see poets performing loud and proud in all sorts of different places in Peterborough this month as the city’s first poetry festival gets underway.

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yntax, Peterborough’s festival of poetry and spoken word runs from November 1 – 30 and stems from the foundations of a great poetry and spoken word scene. A core team of around 8 poets and then another 30 poets and producers have helped to organise it including former Peterborough Poet Laureate, Charley Genever.

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“Syntax feels like the natural next step for us,” Charley told ESP. “Peterborough has a brilliant community of poets living and working here. What's special about our city is that it's very grass roots; a lot of what we do is for and with the people of this city, and we want to celebrate that. We hope to reach new people, take poetry to unusual places, and allow people to experience words in new ways, and maybe even fall in love with it.”

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The festival will see a programme of fantastic events including our city’s best talent through to international best sellers like Andrew McMillan and Mark Grist. There are events suitable for families, budding writers, word lovers, and those who enjoy a good night out. There’ll be surreal silent films with live poetry, street art and poetry battles and workshops translating poetry into different languages.

Spoken word now regularly crops up in various TV adverts such as the Nationwide ads, but for Charley it’s been a long held passion she’s hoping others will embrace during the Syntax festival.

“I've always been obsessed with words and how they make us feel,” says Charley.

“I absolutely love it when I hear a poet reading, and they've come up with such vivid and powerful imagery, that it creates this like guttural reaction.

“Poetry also gives us an opportunity to be honest in an unapologetic way, so I get really excited when I see a performance or read a piece of work which explores a vulnerable topic, and invites us in to experience that vulnerability with them. It's beautiful and empowering.”

You may not be aware but Peterborough has a thriving spoken word scene and Charley believes it’s growing.

“I think having formidable people like Mark Grist, Keely Mills, Pete Cox, and Ross Sutherland (to name a few) all living and working here has had a big impact on the scene, and certainly inspired me to have a go at it myself. It's like a big family – we all support each other and keep each other up.

“What's great about spoken word is that it brings poetry to life, and kind of breaks the rules of what we consider to be a genre.

Sometimes it's comedy. Sometimes it's political.

Sometimes it's theatre or cabaret or storytelling. Sometimes it has music.

Sometimes it has movement. Sometimes it's a person behind a mic in a pub sharing their truth. It is malleable and powerful and can be experienced virtually anywhere, and doesn't require any training or equipment to have a go yourself.”

This determination to break down misconceptions and make poetry accessible to all will see 13 poetry residencies throughout November. Three poets will be ‘in residence’ throughout the month, meeting and working with visitors to Peterborough City Market, the Allama Iqbal Centre and Nene Park. There will also be 10 one day or ‘flash’ residencies in places like friendship

groups, chicken shops and launderettes. The aim of the residencies is to take poetry and poets to people and unusual spaces by taking it out of books and theatres – so, you might just see poetry performed whilst you buy your veg!

Charley told us there’s lots on offer for everyone – “There are so many great events lined up, and we've tried to cater for different kinds of people. Whether that's families in need of entertainment for the children, mates in need of a good night out, or secret aspiring poets in need of some guidance and a friendly crowd to try this poetry thing out.

“We'd absolutely love to see you during the festival, and would love it even more if you shared what you think about it. This is the first time we've come together to put something this big on, so hearing what you think will really help!”

Syntax is also holding a competition for the city’s next Poet Laureate which is now over 20 years old. It’s a wonderful role for a poet aged 18+ to have. Any potential laureates can find out more information about the competition and fill in the application form online at www.syntaxpoetryfestival.wordpress.com.

Charley Genever performing her poetry

Clare Currie Peterborough Poet Laureate 2018 (middle) with runners up Ron Graves and Julia Gaze Charley is a previous Peterborough Poet Laureate and says it was an amazing experience.

“I absolutely wouldn't have been able to follow my dream of becoming a professional poet without the confidence and support that the title of Peterborough Poet Laureate gave me. On a personal level, it made me feel valid, and allowed me to give back to my hometown in some weird and wonderful ways.

“It brings a creative voice into the mix; to speak poetically on behalf of the city and its people.

It's an ambassadorial role, and creates a champion of poetry for the city.”

Look out for the Syntax brochure for all event information, email syntaxpoetryfestival@gmail. com or take a look at Facebook (Syntax Poetry Festival), Instagram and Twitter for any other info.

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HARRY WILL BE A T’RIFFIC TALKER Football clubs are not just about the football. They are ultimately at the heart of the community in which they are situated. That is why the demise of Bury was the talk of Greater Manchester. We have to offer something more than just what goes on at 3pm on a Saturday afternoon. (£23, £28, £35). VIP tickets are priced at £80 and include a meet and greet with Harry, a signed photo and a photograph with Harry (6pm start).

We have 2 tickets to give away to see Harry Redknapp at the New Theatre in Peterborough on Friday March 27 next year.

A bar facility will be available on the night. The evening will include an auction and a raffle and promises to be a fantastic evening of entertainment.

Tickets can be bought by calling the New Theatre Box Office on 01733 852992 or online at www.newtheatrepeterborough.com.

But of course, we have to fill the quota throughout the year with events and people reading this may well have attended a Sportsman’s Dinner or an evening of amateur boxing that has been put on by the football club in the last 12 months.

Well the good news is that thanks to the incredible work that has been carried out on Broadway, the New Theatre is up and running and as you would have read in ESP, they have a wonderful array of entertainment from shows to singers to comedians and now we are pleased to add the word ‘speaker’ to that list.

Fresh from winning down under in the jungle, former Premier League manager Harry Redknapp will be taking to the stage on Friday March 27, 2020 at 7.30pm. Tickets start at £18 with various bands available

Playing well at home boosts attendances, increases the feel good factor and hopefully inspires the next generation of fans to come and watch us play.

Hopefully, that will continue. If you are looking forward to your first game at the stadium, email phil@theposh.com and hopefully we can make your first time special!

Phil Adlam

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he residents of Peterborough will already be aware that the Weston Homes Stadium on London Road is now the venue for concerts with Elton John, Tom Jones, Steps, Blue and Craig David all taking to the stage in recent years and work is underway to secure acts for the summer of 2020.

Away from stuff off the pitch and back to what is happening on it.

At the time of writing, Posh are in an excellent position in the League One table after four successive home wins. I have worked at the football club for 19 years and during that time, the years we have enjoyed great success it has been based on good home form.

All you have to do is send your answer in with your name, address and telephone number to the email shown with HARRY in the header. Entries must be in by November 30 and a winner will be selected at random.

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The Health and Care Sector Work Academy has a course starting near you!

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he Health and Care Sector Work Academy is a national pilot project funded by the Department for Work and Pensions, offering a free qualification to those 18+ and claiming some form of benefit. By undertaking one of their 15 week courses, you can gain a recognised, City and Guilds Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care and mentoring support for up to four months after the course has finished. All childcare, adult care and transport costs are covered, giving you peace of mind.

It’s a great chance to get into this sector and the Academy is also able to support with maths and English and employability

including CV workshops, help with job searches and applications and the opportunity to meet with local employers to give you a real life idea of working in the sector and available vacancies, with the courses running in an area near you.

So far this autumn, they’ve attended lots of events to spread the word about upcoming courses and recruit keen learners. The team particularly enjoyed their visit to Feel the Force Day at the East of England Showground, which is the world’s biggest (and only) TV and

film convention designed for people with disabilities, sensory impairments or other additional needs. They had lots of interest in their courses, including one that you wouldn’t expect (pictured), though unfortunately they don’t have any plans to run a course on the planet Kashyyyk anytime soon!

However, they do have multiple courses starting in Peterborough this autumn, from Hampton to Parnwell to central Peterborough and Whittlesey, so no location is too far away, especially with transport costs covered.

Not quite the right time for you? There are courses running all over Peterborough and Cambridgeshire well into January 2020, which you can get enrolled for now!

They will be at several pop-up locations over the coming months.

To find out where just follow them on Facebook and Twitter.

Facebook: @healthandcareacademy Twitter: @HCSWAcademy Instagram: @healthandcareacademy Interested? Get in touch now by calling their free phone number 0800 310 1160.

Alternatively, why not email libby@healthandcareacademy.co.uk to find out more and enrol on to one of the upcoming courses.

The ESP Comedy Guide

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Top 3 Headliners to See in November

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

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ESP Takes a Trip to Avenue Q! Last month I was lucky enough to attend the latest offering from the New Theatre’s autumn programme as I managed to grab tickets to see Avenue Q, the critically-acclaimed smash hit musical which boasts a laugh-outloud soundtrack and stars some very naughty puppets! I had such a fun evening and it’s fantastic the venue is back on top form to offer Peterborough audiences a great night out right on their doorstep.

Along with an impressive lineup of music and theatre, next year there are two stellar comedy gigs coming up at the New Theatre that you’ll definitely want to book tickets for. Performing on Wednesday January 29, Ed Byrne will be bringing his new show ‘If I’m Honest…’ to the venue, which promises to be a masterclass of observational comedy and expert stand-up.

If that’s not enough, the New Theatre will also be hosting the exceptionally talented Stewart Lee on Friday February 14 (yes, he’s performing on Valentine’s Day) for a double bill of two 60 minute sets of new material. Touring as part of his new ‘Snowflake/Tornado’ tour, this will be a rare chance to see one of the best comedians this country has ever produced, and tickets are likely to sell out soon.

For more information on all gigs and shows available to book at the New Theatre, visit their website on www.newtheatrepeterborough.com or call the box office on 01733 852922.

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Perhaps in an effort from promoters to cram in as much comedy ahead of the frantic festive season, it seems this month Peterborough audiences are spoilt for choice! There’s a bumper crop of comedy gigs coming at the end of this month from some established headliners, and you’ll be glad to know at the time of writing that limited numbers of tickets are still available for the following shows:

Performing at the Stamford Corn Exchange, comedy duo Harry and Chris are a comedy-rap-jazz act who were named the Guardian’s Pick of the Fringe 2018. They’ve also previously sold out three Edinburgh shows and were called ‘fabulously entertaining’ by Jonathan Ross – expect award-winning wordplay and awe-inspiring musicality! Tickets are available on 01780 766455.

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November 29 - Andy Parsons Described as a ‘a joke-rich rallying call for a better Britain’ by The Guardian, this new show from Mock the Week regular Andy Parsons takes the chaos of Brexit and offers his own perspective on the current situation, as well as offering topical gags and cracking adlibbing.

Make sure to book tickets if you want an uplifting hour of political comedy which is guaranteed to assure audiences everything will be alright in the end! Tickets for his performance at the Stamford Corn Exchange are available on 01780 766455.

KEY COMEDY NIGHT WITH JARLATH REGAN Headlining this month’s comedy club at the Key Theatre is Irish stand-up comedian Jarlath Regan, who’s previously provided tour support for Ardal O’Hanlon and Jack Whitehall. Jarlath has also been invited to comedy festivals across the globe and has previously appeared on Russell Howard’s Good News and Tonight at the Palladium. Supporting acts include surreal comedian Joey Page and MC Jonathan Elston.Tickets are available on 01733 207239.

November 22- Ben Elton More than 30 years ago, Ben Elton exploded into the national consciousness hosting Channel 4’s ground breaking Saturday Live.

Now, after a 15 year absence, the Godfather of modern stand-up returns to the medium he did so much to define. Back on the road with an all new stand-up show, Ben promises to try and make sense of a world which appears to have gone stark raving mad. Tickets for his performance at the Cresset are available on 01733 265705.

November 27 - Jonathan Pie With over 1.2 million Facebook followers, this online satirist has been described as – ‘Brilliant, brave, raw and analytical without forgetting to be funny’ by Ricky Gervais. Jonathan Pie is a fictitious exasperated news reporter played by actor and comedian Tom Walker, and his videos regularly achieve millions of views from going viral internationally, with his response to the election of Donald Trump being viewed more than 150 million times worldwide. Tickets for his performance at the Cresset are available on 01733 265705.

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SAMM’S COMEDY CLUB Performing at SAMM’s bar along Bridge Street this month will be comedy sensation Lauren Pattison, who has previously been nominated for Best Newcomer at the Edinburgh Comedy Awards.

Joining her will be Yorkshire comedian Ben Turner and guest MC Ali Woods.Tickets are available online via Eventbrite.

LIGHTBOX COMEDY CLUB Fans of musical comedy won’t want to miss this month’s comedy club at Lightbox, as headlining will be Christian O’Reilly, a country music inspired act who never fails to entertain audiences with his hilarious songs. Joining the bill will be controversial comedian Andrew Lawrence, Lindsey Santoro, and regular compere Stevie Gray.

Tickets are available by visiting www.funhousecomedy.co.uk.

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ROBERTO SURACE HEADLINES MIXOLOGY This month the Mixology crew bring us a DJ who’s provided Ibiza with the anthem of the summer – Defected’s Roberto Surace!

‘Joys’ has been reverberating around every super club in the Balearics with its lean, percussive groove and catchy vocal sample. Championed by Marco Carola for some time the track’s also been supported heavily by the likes of Loco Dice, Joseph Capriati, The Martinez Brothers and Jamie Jones.

Joining Roberto and setting the pace on the night will be resident DJs: Tom Skinner, James Chan & one half of Maur – Dan Clare.

Maur have been busy in the studio in recent months with some incredible productions that have already received huge praise and support from Steve Lawler.

This is set to be another mega night in the intimate surroundings of Red Room on Friday November 29.

PURE NICENESS Pure Niceness bring you the Caribbean vibe to these winter nights, playing the best in R&B old school, Reggae and all things nice!

Head to the Lightbox Café on Bridge Street on Saturday November 2, enjoy the tunes and forget the chill.

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Friday night is indie night with Anthony Thornhill on November 1 from 9pm. An evening of Indie tunes old & new where guitar & beats come together to provide your ultimate start to the weekend.

If you like putting your grey matter to the test you need to head to the bar on a boat on a Thursday for the weekly quiz from 8pm. Get a quiz team of up to six together and compete for a £20 bar prize - free entry.

Then it’s the monthly quiz on Sunday November 10 from 6.30pm with the same deal.

Resident DJ Derek Gibson will be playing Indie, New Wave, Punk, Glam Rock, 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s & 00s at Charters’ Vinyl Night on Friday November 15. It’s not a disco but they tell us all dancing is welcome!

Get down there for music from 8pm ‘til late.

If Punk & Indie classics are your tunes of choice you’ll best get down to Charters on Friday November 29. DJs Derek Gibson, Ollie Jones, Paul Davies, Neal Wright & Warren Allett will be spinning the vinyl from 8pm.

Charters is also hosting a free New Year’s Eve Party with DJ Sav on the decks, to provide the backdrop to welcome in 2020.

Your guide to the nighttime scene ENTERTAINMENT @ SAMM’S

Independent bar SAMM’s nears its first anniversary of opening on Bridge Street and there’s no let up in the eclectic mix of entertainment on offer. Regular live music nights continue (see Gig Guide) and on Thursday November 28 there’ll be a special charity gig in aid of Peterborough Rape Crisis.

First up though, it’s the Monster Mash-Up Halloween Party on Friday November 1 followed by more great comedy with Pearface bringing top stand up comedians to the venue on Tuesday November 5 and on Wednesday November 6 it’s Connect After Hours the business networking event.

Lip Sync Battle 3 takes place on Wednesday November 13 and really shouldn’t be missed, and Once Upon a Time in Peterborough, the monthly dramatic showcase put on by ACT Peterborough is back on Wednesday November 27. It gives performers the chance to get up and show off their dramatic skills!

NIGHTS OUT AT BREWERY TAP It’s the long awaited Quo Vadis Reunion at the Brewery Tap on Friday November 1 with Resident DJ Mr Nash, Barry Williams and Steve Andrews .

The Geneva Street club was the home of Disco Inferno and DJ Theodore Supafly so get ready to relive the good times with uplifting 90s and 00s house, garage, Ibiza classics, RnB, hip hop, reggae and bashment. Admission’s free.

Thank Funk it’s Friday from 9pm – late, with resident DJ Mr Nash on November 8, 15 and 22.

Saturday Night Groove with resident DJ Rick Allen brings you the hits from the 70s to today accompanied by hits on the large screen. Head down to the Tap on Saturdays November 2, 9, 16 and 23 from 9pm – late, free entry.

Backroom Shenanigans bring us a new Drum & Bass Night, launching on Saturday November 23 from 10pm – late, in the Tap Room. Featuring Resident DJ Mr Nash, Trevor Mac with eight Guest DJs competing for the residency, finalist to be announced on the night.

Thursday November 28 it’s time for Karaoke Party Nights with resident DJ Rick Allen getting your party started from 9pm – 1am and free entry.

Round off the month on Friday November 30, when Mr Nash proudly presents Brown Suga with special guest DJs from 10pm – 2am.

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LOADED ANNIVERSARY BASH This month Loaded celebrate their first year anniversary! October 2018 saw Nathan & Martin set up their new, monthly, alternative night at Lightbox on Bridge Street. Having honed their skills on the 1’s & 2’s during the 1990’s in various alternative clubs in and around the local area, the time was right to step out and host their own night.

One year later they’ve built a dedicated following by playing a unique blend of indie, dance, grunge, hip-hop, and much much more! The 90s was an incredible explosion of musical styles, Loaded celebrates this decade but also the influences that led to it, and the music it went on to inspire.

Head down to the Lightbox Café on Bridge Street on Friday November 1, from 9pm-1am, entry’s free.

The last Loaded before Christmas is on Friday November 29 so join the guys for a great mix that celebrates all things 90s.

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A.SKILLZ AND ECLECTIC BALLROOM The Eclectic Ballroom nights at the Dog House Cocktail Bar in Westgate Aracde continue and on Saturday November 9 the guys are joined by Adam Mills, aka A Skillz, a breaks DJ and producer from the UK who’s spun at parties and festivals across the globe.

Across the years, he has combined funk and soul – the backbone of old-school and golden age rap, his primary inspirations – with flashes of drum’n’bass and dubstep.

On November 16 it’s Rayan Gee and Nick Slater with Rhythm Lab and then the Eclectic Ballroom boys are back in action on Saturday November 23 and 30.

THE SOLSTICE There’s plenty lined up at the Solstice on Northminster this November to keep your nights out lively.

On Saturday November 9 it’s residents night with Alessandro Vacca who’ll be joined by the Dirty House Wives in the SolGarden.

Free entry before 10.30pm.

Friday November 15 it’s Urban Classics and on Saturday November 16 it’s Platinum Radio Live with Alessandro Vacca joined

by Dany Auty & Kesh in the SolGarden. Free entry before 10.30pm.

At the end of the month on Saturday November 30 Sun City Presents Garage Classics with a massive night of big name DJ’s & PA’s.

Plus it’s your turn to take the mic at their Karaoke events every Sunday night and it’s time to party at TuesGays every Tuesday night from 10pm with loads going on! www.facebook.com/tuezgay.

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Embassy is the new place to be

Last month ESP was invited to the exclusive re-launch of Embassy, the end result of a £500,000 refurbishment of one of the city's most popular bars.

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reviously well known as Edwards, the bar debuted not only a new name, but also a new look that simply has to be seen to be believed due to its complete transformation into an art-deco inspired hotspot.

The booths have now been revamped to include plush floral seating and everywhere you look is a photo opportunity, from the gorgeous light features to the sophisticated 1920s glassware – so much attention to detail has been given to the new bar it's almost as if it’s a completely different place altogether.

On the night we were also welcomed with a free drinks voucher so we were gratefully able to sample some impressive cocktails, with my favourites including the dune bag and passionfruit martini, however

Embassy also provides cocktail masterclass packages and VIP table experiences – ideal for any upcoming Christmas parties!

Cem Ozkan, General Manager at Embassy Peterborough, said: “We’re so excited be bringing back the legendary Embassy name to Peterborough. We’re in our 20th year now and it’s about time that the venue got a well-deserved makeover. From our official launch which was hosted by James Lock from TOWIE and with plenty of other special guests lined up, we can’t wait to bring the party back to Peterborough.”

It’s always been a great night out, ever since it opened way back in 1937 and over the years what was the Embassy theatre welcomed some of the biggest artists in the world including The Beatles (yes really!), Tom Jones and Dusty Springfield.

Now with a new state of the art sound and lighting system the building may well have adopted its old name but it’s most definitely a venue for the future and is open until 3am on Wednesdays, 4am Thursday – Friday and right

through until 5am on Saturdays.

For more information and to book a booth, visit www.embassypeterborough .co.uk.

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Keith Dalton has the ESP guide to the best news and views from the local live music scene…

Gold-En Year for Peterborough Band on original music. Dave writes the nucleus of the lyrics and music but is adamant that it’s not presented as preformed to the band – “We effectively put it together as a final version between us.” The quality of Dave’s song writing is clearly a major strength of the band and each of them have a different favourite track from the album.

The success of Before Dark Clouds has meant that Austin Gold released a second, mini album in August called AG2. Again this has received great acclaim from the music press and radio and will be featured at the Brewery Tap and Stamford Corn Exchange gigs. The demand has been such that they’re already planning a third album for next year and are looking to undertake a couple of extensive tours visiting all parts of the UK. And they promise that the tours will finish with a home town gig. Dave told me – “The importance of our home fans is so special. They have invested in us, they know all the lyrics and it’s a huge thrill to have your own lyrics sung back at you during a performance. It also means I have to be word perfect otherwise they will know I’ve slipped up!”

All of the guys wanted me to pass on a big thanks to their local fans for helping make it a special year. Lee added – “We were told that we have the honour of being the first local band to perform sell-out concerts at the Key and we’re so grateful for all the support.”

They clearly get on with each other and from the moment that they got together they’ve enjoyed performing and developing Austin Gold. With that natural relationship and creativity who knows what they can achieve?

Tickets for the December 14 at Stamford Corn Exchange gig are available on 01780 766455.

You can keep up with the latest on Austin Gold on www.austingold.co.uk.

WIN TICKETS TO SEE AUSTIN GOLD IN STAMFORD We have two tickets to give away to the Austin Gold gig at Stamford Corn Exchange on December 14.

COMPETITION

If, like me, you couldn’t get to the annual Austin Gold gig at the Key Theatre, which as usual was a sell-out, then there are two more opportunities for us to see them locally before Christmas. The first is at the Brewery Tap on Thursday November 14 and then at Stamford Corn Exchange on Saturday December 14. There is also a stripped back acoustic gig at St John’s Church in the city centre on Friday January 17.

2019 has been an extraordinary year for the band which has seen a huge rise in their nationwide popularity. All four members of the band have a heavy involvement in the local music scene. David James Smith (vocals & guitar), Lee Churchill (bass), Russell Hill (Hammond & keyboards) and Chris Ogden (drums), have been building a reputation as one of the best live acts around by touring extensively throughout the UK. Because of their busy schedule it took me a while to track them down for a chat about their year. I began by asking them what they considered to be behind their success. Russell told me – “It’s the synergy between all four of us playing live that’s quite special. The four of us just gel.” Dave added – “It doesn’t matter whether we’re playing the smallest clubs or the high profile festival stages or rehearsing continuously we have come to learn and predict each other’s moves.”

And as Chris pointed out – “We actually like each other.” That obviously helps!

Besides the Key Theatre gig they rated another highlight to be The Ramblin Man Fair in July where they played the main stage alongside Foreigner, Cheap Trick and Ugly Kid Joe. “We seemed fearless in front of our biggest crowd and we didn’t feel phased at all by the magnitude of the event.”

The album, Before Dark Clouds, has proved a great success receiving extensive radio airplay on all the major UK stations. It reflects and compliments the band’s decision to concentrate

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The Ostrich lines up more Live Music

Charity Metal Night

Since its relaunch under new management The Ostrich on North Street has made its mark on the local music scene once again.

This month they have another packed line up of live music (see Gig Guide) with some special events planned too.

It’s great to see the monthly originals acoustic night on a Thursday will be a regular fixture, organised by Rob Bull of Children of the Revolution the opener in October was a resounding success. This month there’s another high quality line up on Thursday November 7 with Dave Smith (Austin Gold), Glove Compartment (Anthony Shiels / Candle Thieves), Robert J Bull (Children of the Revolution) and Johnny Quinn (the Mighty and the High). The music starts at 8.30pm and it’s free admission.

They’ve also introduced regular Sunday Sessions at 4pm which will feature Black Dog Murphy on Sunday November 24 and Dave Smith on December 22.

Next month they have a Charity Bands Night for Cancer Research in memory of Matt Lancaster on Friday December 27. I’ll have more on that in the next issue, and if you’re already making plans for where to spend your New Year’s Eve I can tell you that The Money Shot will be providing the tunes at The Ostrich on December 31 and it’s free admission.

Here’s the heads up for any metal fans out there – a big charity night is coming up at SAMM’s bar on Bridge Street on December 13.

It’s raising money for Stamford based charity Anna’s Hope and has been organised by metal fan and gig reviewer Tom Mcgougan.

The bands are Killerkorp a metal band from Ipswich, Back Down or Die a hard core band from Norwich, Own Your Life a hard core band from St Neots and Peterborough’s very own Vendetta UK. It’s good to see local businesses tattoo studio Rites and Rituals and AA accountants support Tom’s efforts.

You can find out more on Facebook and the just giving page has already raised £250!

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Desperado @ Stamford The internationally acclaimed Desperado are appearing at the Stamford Corn Exchange on Saturday November 30. No prizes for guessing that Desperado are regarded as one of the finest Eagles tributes around. The show which is two hours plus, includes all the Eagles classics like Hotel California, Take it Easy and Desperado, and it features the trademark sweet vocal harmony, layered over dual guitar breaks complete with licks, slides and solos. Furthermore, the band will dip into the solo careers of Don Henley, Glen Frey and Joe Walsh, completing the total Eagles experience.

Tickets are available from Stamford Corn Exchange box office on 01780 766455.

Live Music at New Theatre It’s great to see Peterborough’s New Theatre getting off to a great start under Selladoor. The venue is ideal for those big musicals that have been in the West End and for us that means we can see these shows in our home city and save transport costs travelling to London or elsewhere.

But I also see that future bookings include some really exciting original artists visiting Peterborough as part of their nationwide tours. Lulu brought her On Fire tour to the New Theatre last month and Shalamar are bringing their greatest hits tour here for a fantastic Saturday night gig on November 2. They’ll be supported by Phil Fearon and Galaxy so it should be quite the party.

Already for early 2020 original artists booked to appear are rock ‘n’ roll hero Joe Brown on January 17, Irish Country pop star Nathan Carter on February 7, Toploader on February 8 and Paul Carrack on February 23.

I know a lot of fans of these artists would happily travel 50/60 miles to see them perform, so what a great chance we all have to see them in Peterborough at New Theatre.

The Ploughman’s Winter Beer Fest is back and as ever it’s packed with real ales and great live bands.

Running from Wednesday December 4 – Sunday December 8 at this great community pub in Werrington it kicks off with Holli’s Christmas Quiz night on the Wednesday. Then the music gets underway with The Palmy Ukulele Band Practice on the Thursday and Friday night will be rocking with The Mighty & The High. On Saturday The Nuggets keep it live and then it’s your turn on to join in with Mighty Mouth Karaoke.

All charity proceeds will be going to Sue Ryder, Thorpe Hall Hospice and there’ll be a big Christmas raffle over the weekend.

Holli Posnett from the pub has been fundraising for the charity to mark the 20th anniversary of losing her mum to cancer and has already raised £12,000. She’s run the PGER, held bake sales and just hasn’t stopped – now the pub’s Winter Beer Festival will be another fundraiser.

Holli told ESP – “I feel that, if my fundraising efforts in mum’s memory are just a small percentage of the efforts she put into us growing up as children, then I’m doing something right. I would like to hope she’d be extremely proud. I just hope that this money can help to continue the amazing support and care that the hospice currently gives.

“When you are inside the hospice, you get a real feeling of care and warmth. If I had to describe Thorpe Hall in three words, it would be caring, amazing and calm. At the worst time of your life, it is the best place you can be. There will always be a big place in my heart for Thorpe Hall as it is where I have the last memories of Mum.” The event will be a real celebration and Holli can’t wait to see everyone enjoy the ales, some top live music and the great atmosphere at the pub so why not pop down and help raise a little cash for this great local charity while you have a cracking night out. Cheers to that!

Sat 2nd Nov Retrolux Sun 3rd Nov Halloween Karaoke Sat 9th Nov Go with the Flow Sat 16th Nov Iron Fist Sat 23rd Nov Velocity Fri 29th Nov Leftovas Sat 30th Nov Tiger Club Wed 4th – Sun 8th December

Winter Beer Fest Live Music Wednesday 4th Dec – Holli’s Christmas Quiz night Thursday 5th Dec – The Palmy Ukulele Band Practice Friday 6th Dec – The Mighty & The High Saturday 7th Dec – The Nuggets Sunday 8th Dec – Mighty Mouth Karaoke All charity proceeds to Sue Ryder, Thorpe Hall Hospice with a BIG Christmas raffle over the weekend.

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GIGGUIDE WED OCT 30

OPEN MIC UNPLUGGED

THIRD STONE FROM THE SUN

GEORGIA EVANS (2PM)

The Yard of Ale, Oundle Road

The Iron Horse Ranch House, Market Deeping

Mama Liz's, Stamford

SAT NOV 2 THU OCT 31

OPEN MIC WITH GRAHAM CLEAVER The Blue Boar, Eye

AFTERSHOCK The Peacock, London Road

AUSTRIAN STONES (ROLLING STONES TRIBUTE)

THE OVERDUBS

BAKLASH

The Crown, Lincoln Road

The Crown, Lincoln Road

VELOCITY

HI ON MAIDEN

Social Club, Kings Cliffe

Charters, Town Bridge

The Met Lounge, Bridge Street

The Brewery Tap, Westgate

CHILDREN OF THE REVOLUTION

SUN NOV 10

RADIUS 45

SALMON DAVE

The Ostrich, North Street

OAKHAM MIC NIGHT

The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

THE PALMY UKE BAND

CUTTIN LOOSE

The Yard of Ale, Oundle Road

The Golden Fleece, Stamford

MON NOV 4

DIRTY RUMOUR

GEMMA MCDOWELL

The London Inn, Stamford

A BAND CALLED MALICE

The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

DIVISION

Mama Liz's, Stamford

The Lincolnshire Poacher, Spalding

OPEN MIC NIGHT

FRI NOV 1

BLACK DOG MURPHY The Ostrich, North Street

BLACKOUT UK The Solstice, Northminster

BROTHERHOODS ROUNDABOUT The Crown, Lincoln Road

CHILDREN OF THE REVOLUTION (DOWNSTAIRS) The Burghley, Burghley Road

CUTTIN LOOSE The Bull, Rippingale

HALF PRICE DRINKS The Crown, Lincoln Road

LAST MINUTE BRIGADE The Blue Bell, Dogsthorpe

OOMPAHLIEVABLE (TICKETED) The Iron Horse Ranch House, Market Deeping

PUNK NIGHT 6 BANDS (UPSTAIRS) The Burghley, Burghley Road

THE ZEPHYRS The Ploughman, Werrington 50 www.espmag.co.uk

GEORGIA EVANS The Turkish Kitchen, New Road

HALF PRICE DIRNKS The Crown, Lincoln Road

PORTLAND + DOOR JAM Charters, Town Bridge

RETROLUX The Ploughman, Werrington

SHALAMAR + PHIL FEARON & GALAXY New Theatre, Broadway

Fletton Club, Fletton

OPEN MIC WITH STACEY LOWETH The Blue Bell, Werrington

ACOUSTIC NIGHT WITH GRAHAM CLEAVER

The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

THU NOV 7

The Ploughman, Werrington

VOODOO ACOUSTIC WITH DAVID B Mama Liz's, Stamford

THE MACHINES The Yard of Ale, Oundle Road

Fletton Club, Fletton

GO WITH THE FLOW The Ploughman, Werrington

JUNK PUPPETS The Stage, Market Deeping

LEE ROBERT SHAW SAMM'S, Bridge Street

MOJO SLIDE The Ostrich, North Street

THE GLORIOUS ONE EYED CATS The Yard of Ale, Oundle Road

THE MONEY SHOT The Blue Bell, Dogsthorpe

SUN NOV 3

Mama Liz's, Stamford

RETROLUX

DIVISION

THE SIDEKICKS

CAPTAIN BACKWASH (4PM)

The Met Lounge, Bridge Street

OPEN MIC WITH ANNA

THE PALMY UKE BAND

SAMM'S, Bridge Street

OPEN MIC NIGHT (EMO ACOUSTIC SPECIAL)

SAT NOV 9

The Ostrich, North Street

THIRD STONE FROM THE SUN

British Legion, Yaxley

The Millstone, Barnack

The Burghley, Burghley Road

The Blue Bell, Dogsthorpe

MARK KEELEY'S GOOD ROCKIN' TONIGHT

TUE NOV 5

THE BROADCASTERS

The Ostrich, North Street

The Solstice, Northminster

FRI NOV 8

The Yard of Ale, Oundle Road

SAT NOV 16

CIRCA 73

The Glasshouse, Key Theatre

The Crown, Lincoln Road

STELLA HENSLEY & CHRIS NEWMAN (3PM)

DB5

Charters, Town Bridge

IRON FIST

MON NOV 11

The Ostrich, North Street

The Ploughman, Werrington

JAKE & JEFF

LUKE CAREY

SAMM'S, Bridge Street

The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

JESSIE'S GHOST The Burghley, Burghley Road

The Crown, Lincoln Road

ORIGINALS ACOUSTIC NIGHT WITH DAVE SMITH + GLOVE COMPARTMENT + ROBERT J BULL + JOHNNY QUINN

THE B-SIDERS

LOOSE ROCKET

MEGAN VAUGHAN PARRY + THE SECRET MAGPIES + KILL ME KATE

WED NOV 13

BACKROOM ACOUSTIC WITH DAVE AND SHAUN The Ale House, Ramsey

KICKBACK The Whittle Way, Stanground

LAST MINUTE BRIGADE

JAZZ DUO

The Iron Horse Ranch House, Market Deeping

The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

LOS RAMONES

THU NOV 14

AUSTIN GOLD The Brewery Tap, Westgate

CAPTAIN BACKWASH The Hand & Heart, Highbury Street

The Met Lounge, Bridge Street

PENTAGON The Parkway Club, Maskew Avenue

RAMSHACKLE SERENADE Social Club, Kings Cliffe

STEALER

OPEN MIC NIGHT

Prince of Wales Feathers, Castor

The Bull, Newborough

THE CONTACTS (TICKETED)

THE PALMY UKE BAND

Ebeneezers, Woodston

The Ostrich, North Street

THE MIGHTY AND THE HIGH

THE QUIREBOYS + THE BRINK

The Yard of Ale, Oundle Road

The Met Lounge, Bridge Street

FRI NOV 15

AFTERSHOCK

THE NUGGETS

23 REASONS

The Seven Wives, St Ives

The Burghley, Burghley Road

The Ostrich, North Street

THE RETURNS The Blue Bell, Dogsthorpe

THE SPREE Fletton Club, Fletton

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FRI NOV 22

JUNK PUPPETS

LERICIA TRIO

FRI NOV 29

KUSHTY

The Peacock, London Road

23 REASONS The Burghley, Burghley Road

The Crown, Lincoln Road

The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

ACOUSTIC SESSION WITH THE BOATMEN

SAMM'S, Bridge Street

MON NOV 25

The Boat Inn, Whittlesey

MARTIN JOHN

GROOVE CARTELL

SOUL FX

The Brewery Tap, Westgate

The Burghley, Burghley Road

HIT 4 SIX

STEALER

The Yard of Ale, Oundle Road

The New Crown, Whittlesey

LEFTOVAS

STIPE (REM TRIBUTE)

VINTAGE STUFF Charters, Town Bridge

SUN NOV 17

JIMMY & RUSS The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

KEITH LUCKEY (3PM)

CHILDREN OF THE REVOLUTION The Yard of Ale, Oundle Road

FRANKLY MY DEAR The Blue Bell, Werrington

PAUL HENSHAW The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

TUE NOV 19

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

OPEN MIC WITH THE BOATMEN AND PHIL Q The Boat Inn, Whittlesey

WED NOV 20

PAGAN The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

THU NOV 21

THE PALMY UKE BAND The Limetree, Walton

The Yard of Ale, Oundle Road

OUTLAW EAGLES The Blue Bell, Dogsthorpe

The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

TUE NOV 26

OUTLAW EAGLES

RAMSHACKLE SERENADE

OPEN MIC WITH ANNA

The Crown, Lincoln Road

The Ostrich, North Street

The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

Charters, Town Bridge

MON NOV 18

LAST MINUTE BRIGADE

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THE LATIESHA MARIA BAND + THE MONEY SHOT (CHARITY NIGHT)

THE MIGHTY & THE HIGH + BLACKOUT UK

The Parkway Club, Maskew Avenue

THIRD STONE FROM THE SUN

THE NUMBERS

Charters, Town Bridge

The Ostrich, North Street

VELOCITY

The Burghley, Burghley Road

The Ploughman, Werrington

SAT NOV 23

BECCA RAYNER Fletton Club, Fletton

CAPTAIN BACKWASH The Ship, Oundle

CJ HATT SAMM'S, Bridge Street

HARMONY The Parkway Club, Maskew Avenue

BACKROOM ACOUSTIC WITH DAVE AND SHAUN The Ale House, Ramsey

THU NOV 28

The Met Lounge, Bridge Street

CHARITY GIG

BLACK DOG MURPHY (4PM) The Ostrich, North Street

DIVISION (3PM) Charters, Town Bridge

SAMM'S, Bridge Street

The Met Lounge, Bridge Street

SUBWAY 77

The Blue Bell, Werrington

The Yard of Ale, Oundle Road

THE MIGHTY & THE HIGH The Ostrich, North Street

THE ELECTRIC WARRIORS

TRUE 90S

The Peacock, London Road

The Crown, Lincoln Road

SAT NOV 30

THE ONE EYED CATS The Crown, Lincoln Road

COUNTRY MIX The Pizza Parlour & Music Cafe, Cowgate

Fletton Club, Fletton

RAMSHACKLE SERENADE

WED NOV 27

WHO ARE YOU + CLASHVILLE UK

SUN NOV 24

The Ploughman, Werrington

PRIMA VISTA

COSMIC RODNEY

THE STROLLERS

The Blue Bell, Dogsthorpe

The Parkway Club, Maskew Avenue

DIZZY MISS LIZZYS

TIGER CLUB The Ploughman, Werrington

OPEN MIC WITH GRAHAM CLEAVER

Charters, Town Bridge

DONUT

SUN DEC 1

The Blue Boar, Eye

The Iron Horse Ranch House, Market Deeping

GEORGIA EVANS (2PM)

THE PALMY UKE BAND The Yard of Ale, Oundle Road

KICKBACK Palmers, Long Sutton

The Iron Horse Ranch House, Market Deeping

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 14

AUSTIN GOLD

GIG of the MONTH

The Brewery Tap, Westgate, Peterborough Our hometown heroes and originals band celebrate a hugely successful year with a city gig in front of their dedicated fans. They’re great live so we advise you get there early and see these guys play locally while you can – we think they’re destined for big things!

For more details call the Brewery Tap on 01733 358500.

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