WOW What's On Where December 2011

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December 2011

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DEC 011 - 14 JAN 01 A touch of Broadway is coming to Leicester this Christmas! 42nd Street is the inspiring story of smalltown girl Peggy Sawyer and her meteoric rise from chorus line hoofer to Broadway star. Packed with show-stopping numbers

including We’re in the Money, Keep Young and Beautiful, Lullaby of Broadway and of course the spectacular title number, 42nd Street, this show is a celebration of toe-tapping, foot-stomping, deliciously uplifting razzmatazz not to be missed!

This show promises to be every bit as spectacular as The King and I! 4 ND STREET is at The Curve, Leicester from 2 DEC 2011 - 14 JAN 2012 . For tickets call the box office on 0116 242 3595 or visit www.curveonline.co.uk

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only one way to find out – book for The Castle’s Christmas extravaganza! With plenty of opportunities for you to join in, Peter Pan is the perfect Christmas treat for children aged 4+ and their families. Peter PAn Is at The Castle Theatre, Castle Way, Wellingborough, NN8 1XA. For tickets call the box office on 01933 270 007 or online at www.thecastle.org.uk.

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tues 6 – sAt 17 Dec The witch and her cat are flying happily along on their broomstick when a stormy wind blows the witch’s hat, bow and wand away into the night. With the help of a daft dog, a beautiful bird and a friendly frog, her belongings are retrieved. But this broomstick’s not meant for five and – CRACK! - it

snaps in two! When a hungry dragon appears, who will save the poor witch? And will there ever be room on the broom for everyone? rOOM On the BrOOM is at The Curve, Leicester from 6 - 17 DEC . For tickets call the box office on 0116 242 3595 or visit www.curveonline.co.uk

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Down The Rabbit Hole Royal & Derngate Theatre, Northampton Sun 11th Dec The Blue Room Burlesque Cabaret Fairy Tale Gala Show The Ballroom, Northampton Sun 11th Dec A Xmas Cracker The Picturedrome, Northampton Tue 13th Dec Psalms From The Horse’s Mouth: Hugh Lupton Royal & Derngate Theatre, Northampton Tue 20th Dec - Sat 7th Jan 2012 The Amazing Adventures of Pinocchio: Strangeface Mask Theatre Company The Stables, Milton Keynes

Uglies Do Harborough! 4JTUFST UIBU MPPL B MPU MJLF .JTUFST TUES 27 - FRI 30 DECEMBER Market Harborough will host its first professional pantomime-style entertainment for some years when Cinderella’s Ugly Sisters arrive at Harborough Theatre, 27-30th December 2011, in search of love and their own happily-ever-after ending. Featuring extravagant (and frankly fabulous) costumes, acid wit, original music and big hair, Uglies Do Harborough follows the further adventures of Annie and Fannie, as they scour the local area looking for an eligible pair of princes – or even a couple of frogs with potential… Uglies Do Harborough has grown out of a show called Uglies Do Edinburgh, which was a big hit at this year’s Edinburgh Festival Fringe, playing to packed houses and winning a

prestigious and highly coveted accolade of a 5-star review in The Scotsman which proclaimed, “The Uglies are lovely. See them immediately!”. This 90-minute traditional family show is a novel take on panto’s tried-andtested formula of saucy wordplay, catchy choruses and glitzy outfits, which will appeal to one and all. The original musical numbers range from torch songs to disco, but all have one thing in common – they’re annoyingly catchy! Uglies Do Harborough is written and performed by David Kent and Dereck Walker, who are both graduates of The London School of Musical Theatre. Dereck’s credits include a number of gender-swapping roles which have seen him per-

form in fabulous frocks, such as the evil Grandmother in George’s Marvellous Medicine (Birmingham Stages) and Mrs Birling in An Inspector Calls (Arty Fact). Meanwhile, David has carved out a career in musical theatre, taking a leading role in productions such as Chicago (Cambridge Arts), Songs for a New World (New Players Theatre, London), Heroes & Villains (Harborough Theatre) and Musicals On Tour, as well as creating his own one-man show, Kent In Cabaret. Despite graduating from the same college, the pair only met when they worked together as the Ugly Sisters in Luton Library Theatre’s 2010 production of Cinderella. Realising that they formed a winning partnership, they started to wonder what happened to the Uglies after Cinders married her handsome prince – and the seeds of their successful Edinburgh Fringe show were sown. And their partnership continues; prior to appearing in Harborough, they will again be performing as Ugly Sisters in Market Drayton’s Festival Drayton Centre and Darwen’s Library Theatre productions of Cinderella this December. So look out, Market Harborough! The Uglies are hitting town, armed with numerous songs, glamorous costume changes, countless double entendres and their special guest ‘Tiddles the cat’ and this time, the Sisters are doing it for themselves!

27-30th December Harborough Theatre Church Square, Market Harborough Box Office At The Angel Hotel 01858 462702

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MON 19 - SAT 31 DEC A spectacular adaptation of JM Barrie’s magical story of the boy who never grew up comes to De Montfort Hall this December, when the world-renowned Russian Ice Stars perform Peter Pan on Ice. Mysterious lands filled with pirates, Indians and ticking crocodiles will transport audiences back in time to a wonderful world of make-believe as Wild Rose Ice Theatre brings to life the book which has inspired generation after generation. Unique touches, such as penny farthings being ridden across the ice as the curtain opens on the skyline of a London park, complete with chimney stacks and chimney sweeps, pave the way for a fast-moving production which promises to be both lavish and spectacular.

A fantastic cast of Russian skaters, many of whom are former competitors at National, European and World Championship level, are stunningly choreographed by Caverliere Giuseppe Arena, who was responsible for the choreography at the Opening Ceremony of Turin’s 2006 Winter Olympics. The well-known characters of Peter Pan, Wendy, Tinkerbell and Captain Hook will spring to life against some stunning scenery, when the De Montfort Hall stage is miraculously transformed into an ice rink for a show that will thrill the whole family.

PETER PAN ON ICE is at De Montfort Hall, For tickets call the box office on 0116 233 3111 or visit www.demontforthall.co.uk

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Alievia, on a revolving aerial chandelier. Joining her are The Whirlwind Rubsovsm Troupe, who acrobatically catapult themselves at breakneck speed, and The Doktrov, who fly and spiral in the apex of the auditorium with grace, beauty and elegance. The hilarious clowns Valik and Valerik will also have audiences falling off their seats with laughter. MOscOW sTaTe circus takes to the Derngate stage at 7.30pm on Monday 16 and Tuesday 17 January and at 5pm and 8pm on Wednesday 18 January. Tickets are priced from ÂŁ11 to ÂŁ26. Call the Box Office on 01604 624811 to book or visit www.royalandderngate.co.uk.

Tue 20 Dec - saT 7 Jan When you see the name Pinocchio, you automatically think Disney! When you see the name Pinocchio in the context of theatre, you think Panto? But no! This is something far more dark and spectacular than you’d imagine... The award-winning theatre company Strangeface brings an extraordinary mix of masks, puppetry, live music and song to this tale of wild mischief and temptation. In a style closer to Roald Dahl than Disney, The Amazing Adventures of Pinocchio takes us on a fantastical journey from Pinocchio’s first moments as a talking log, through a madcap series of scrapes and escapades with the scheming rascals Fox and Cat, magical fairies and a host of other mysterious characters on a voyage through strange faraway places. In turns thrilling and heartwarming, moving and

comical, Strangeface brings their inimitable magic to this masterpiece of surreal fantasy. This performance is suitable for age 5+ and includes the company’s ever-popular “backstage tour�, a chance to take a close-up look at the puppets, set and instruments and meet the performers after the show. The Stables Theatre Ltd Stockwell Lane Wavendon Milton Keynes MK17 8LU 01908 280800 www.stables.org

cranford at christmas ,FFQJOH $ISJTUNBT BMJWF THursDay 1 DeceMBer Deep in the frosty english countryside, chestnuts are roasting and carols are being sung as the folk of cranford busily prepare for christmas, bedecking each and every household with wreaths of holly and mistletoe. But beyond this cosy hubbub of festivity, snow continues to fall and when

disaster strikes, the community must unite to keep the spirit of christmas alive. chapterhouse proudly presents this heartwarming tale of charity and goodwill to all women and men to celebrate this most magical time of year. The Lighthouse Theatre www.lighthousetheatre.co.uk

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Potted Panto 4FWFO DMBTTJD QBOUPT JO POF TJEF TQMJUUJOH TIPX WeD tO Sun 11 Dec This festive season The Core at Corby Cube welcomes CBBC’s Dan and Jeff with their most extravagant show yet, Potted Panto, squeezing seven classic and much-loved pantomimes into one incredible, side-splittingly funny show. Performing from Wednesday 7 to Sunday 11 December, this dastardly double act have taken the biggest stories and best-loved characters of the nation’s favourite festive shows and gift-wrapped them into one hilarious madcap ride. From rubbing Aladdin’s lamp to roaming the golden streets of

Dick Whittington’s London, Dan and Jeff search for Cinderella’s lost slipper and attempt to wake Sleeping Beauty before the giant climbs down Jack’s beanstalk to squash Snow White’s seven dwarves, all while trying to work out which of them will make the prettiest princess. The creators of Potted Potter and Potted Pirates, Dan and Jeff have been bringing the best in family entertainment to the West End, across the country and to the Edinburgh Fringe since 2006. Nominated for an Olivier Award for Best Entertainment, Potted Panto has been described by The Guard-

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ian as “So silly it’s just one long joke‌ featuring a 3D journey to nowhere but tear-inducing laughterâ€? and by WhatsOnStage.com as “zany, naughty and deliciously festiveâ€?. Unmissable fun for the whole family and a real Christmas treat, Potted Panto can be seen at The Core at Corby Cube from Wednesday 7 to Sunday 11 December. The show is ideal for ages 5 and above. Tickets are priced at ÂŁ13, ÂŁ11 and ÂŁ8 with a Family Ticket (four seats) available at ÂŁ39. To book call the Ticket Office on 01536 470 470 or visit www.thecorecorby.com

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Sleeping Beauty runs at Nottingham’s Theatre Royal from Saturday 10 December 2011 to Sunday 15 January 2012. Tickets can be booked on 0115 989 5555 or online at www.trch.co.uk

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all...! Get ready for Kettering’s biggest ever Christmas pantomime and enter the enchanted and magical world of Cinderella. This timeless classic will be brought to life by a fantastic all-star cast including Dancing on Ice and Coronation Street DANNY YOUNG as Prince Charming, the British Battleaxe CHRISTINE HAMILTON as the Fairy Godmother, NEIL HAMILTON as Baron Hardup, Eurovi-

sion starlet NICKI FRENCH as Dandini and he hilarious TONY HOWES as Buttons fabulous sets and breathtaking costumes alongside incredible live music! Will the beautiful Cinders meet her dashing Prince Charming? Or will the Ugly Sisters thwart her path to the ball? With the knock-about laughter of the wonderfully cheery Buttons, not to mention the magical deeds of Cinderella’s Fairy

Godmother, this will be the perfect way to spend your family Christmas.

cinDerella is at the The Lighthouse Theatre Kettering Conference Centre Thurston Drive, Kettering NN15 6PB. For tickets, call the Box Office: 01536 414141 or Email: enquiries@ lighthousetheatre.co.uk

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Alice in Wonderland One Snowy night p$VSJPVTFS BOE DVSJPVTFS q WeD 30 nOv - Sun 08 JAn Join Alice on a fantastical adventure down the rabbit hole this Christmas to a topsy-turvy world of tea parties, talking animals and one very badtempered Queen. Following on from the success of last year’s critically acclaimed The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe, we bring another well loved children’s classic to the stage in this magical production of Lewis Carroll’s Alice In Wonderland. Adapted by Phil Porter (Starseeker, Hansel and Gretel), this hilarious new version of the timeless tale features all of your favourite characters from Wonderland – from the White Rabbit to the Cheshire Cat, the Mad Hatter and the Queen

of Hearts. With live music and giggles galore, this is the perfect festive treat for all the family.

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warming story, with delightful songs and lots of furry friends to meet along the way.

One SnOWY niGHT 22 DEC - 7 JAN 2012 The Curve, Leicester. Tickets £10 & £12

Alice in WOnDerlAnD runs at Royal & Derngate from Buy Tickets Wed 30 Nov - Sun 08 Jan Tickets can be booked on 01604 624811 or www.royalandderngate.co.uk.

Dick Whittington )FoT CFIJOE ZPV Fri 16 Dec - SAT 7 JAn Come with us into pantoland with Dick and his clever cat. Go with them to London. Are the streets paved with gold? Will our hero make his fortune and win the hand of the fair daughter of Alderman FitzWarren? Boo and hiss as the Evil King Rat tricks our hero and has him banished from the city. Sail with them to exotic islands where our hero and his cat triumph over evil and return to England where Dick becomes Lord Mayor.

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Along the way, enjoy the antics of Sarah the cook and her idle son and the comical sailors. With wonderful scenery and beautiful costumes, songs and dance and plenty of audience participation, this is a family pantomime for all to enjoy.

The little Theatre, Dover Street, leicester, le1 6PW Box Office: 01162551302 Adults: £13.00 children and registered disabled: £11.00

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SATURDAY DECEMBER 10TH The Counterfeit Stones need little introduction to the vast army of fans that continue to flock to their now legendary sell out shows. However, for those of you still unfamiliar with this incredible band, they recreate in every detail the look, sound (and smell) of the Original Stones like no other. Even if at times a little tongue in cheek. Using period instruments, equipment and clothing they recreate the experience of an early Rolling Stones gig spot

on. As well as numerous live performances around the globe, The Counterfeit Stones were asked to provide the sound track for the Brian Jones biopic movie “STONED”. If this wasn’t praise enough, they have also been asked to perform for … MTV, Bill Clinton, Warner Bros, Buckingham Palace, The Prince of Hanover and even the end of production party for cast and crew of the 2nd Harry Potter movie. Other rave reviews also include..Jerry Hall “They’re

Hilarious”. The Guardian, “Better than the originals”. The Times “Five out of five stars”. Terry Wogan. “All of the style, none of the alimony” THE COUNTERFEIT STONES are set to appear at Market Harborough Leisure Centre on Saturday December 10th. Doors open 8:00pm with tickets priced at just £17 in advance. BOX OFFICE details can be obtained on 01858 446 662 Or go online @ www.madhatterconcerts.co.uk

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XJUI TVQQPSU GSPN .JMFT ,BOF TUESDAY 6 DECEMBER Brit band Kasabian are back and will be heading to the NIA, Birmingham on 6 December, as part of their upcoming tour. Guitarist Sergio Pizzorno, singer Tom Meighan, bassist Chris Edwards and drummer Ian Matthews will wow fans with tracks from their new album ‘Velociraptor’, which is out on 19 September. New songs ‘Switchblade Smiles’ and ‘Days Are Forgotten’ are already racking up YouTube hits and the December tour is your chance to see the band in action. As well as their new material, the band are likely to perform some of the hits that have helped them become household names. The Leicestershire fourpiece are firm favourites on

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the festival circuit and now that festival season is over, you get the chance to see them live on stage in the comfort of the NIA. Kasabian can already boast three successful albums, as well as chart hits like Club Foot, Processed Beats and Shoot The Runner. In addition to a number of award-wins including ‘Best British Group at the 2010 BRIT Awards; ‘Best Album’ for West Ryder Pauper Lunatic Asylum

and ‘Best Act In The World Today’ at the Q Awards; ‘Best Live Band’, ‘Best Album’ and ‘Best Album Artwork’ at the NME Awards and ‘Song of the Year’ for Fire at last year’s MOBO Awards. National Indoor Arena King Edwards Road Birmingham, B1 2AA 0121 780 4141 www.thenia.co.uk

The Bootleg Beatles * DBOoU CFMJFWF JUT OPU #FBUMFT THURSDAY 15 DECEMBER Re-live the sights and sounds of sixties as the world’s premier Beatles band returns to Leicester with their spectacular two hour multi-media stage production featuring all the classic Beatles hits. Using film footage of the

period and “with a little help from” their regular brass and string ensemble the show traces the history of the Fab Four from Liverpool’s Cavern Club through Sgt Pepper to The Apple Rooftop in what has now become one of the “not to miss” annual traditions of the

season’s calendar. It’s not the Beatles but you simply won’t believe it! De Montfort Hall Granville Rd, Leicester LE1 7RU. Box Office: 0116 233 3111 www.demontforthall.co.uk

Mon 5th Dec THE RED JUMPSUIT APPARATUS & HAWTHORNE HEIGHTS HMV Institute - The Library THE SWELLERS 02 Academy 3 LEATHERFACE The Soundhouse Tues 6th Dec PROFESSOR GREEN The Assembly, Leamington Spa ZEBRAHEAD O2 Academy 2 DEF LEPPARD + MOTLEY CREW +STEEL PANTHER LG Arena Thurs 8th Dec THE SATURDAYS LG Arena DEATH IN VEGAS O2 Academy 2 NAPALM DEATH HMV Institute - The Library Fri 9th Dec GEORGE MICHAEL LG Arena PROFESSOR GREEN O2 Academy Sat 10th Dec GEORGE MICHAEL LG Arena EXAMPLE 02 Academy DAPPY HMV Institute PHILARMONIA ORCHESTRA De Montfort Hall Sun 11th Dec

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DEAD BY APRIL HMV Institute Tues 13th Dec ALFIE BOE Symphony Hall SHED SEVEN The Assembly, Leamington Spa Thurs 15th Dec ONLY MEN ALOUD Symphony Hall LAURA J MARTIN Symphony Hall

Heard it through the grapevine...? .PUPXOoT (SFBUFTU )JUT THUR 15 & FRI 16 DECEMBER The ultimate celebration of the sweet sound of Motown, this stunning live show combines firstclass music, slick choreography and an

amazing band for the ultimate Motown experience. Over 50 golden years of Motown music are remembered in this Christmas special, featuring songs from

legendary artists such as The Temptations, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, The Jackson Five, The Isley Brothers and many more.

MOTOWN’S GREATEST HITS - HOW SWEET IT IS, is at The Core at Corby Cube on Thurs 15 December at 7.30pm. To book call 01536 470 470 or go to www.thecorecorby.com Royal Concert Hall Nottingham, Friday 16 December 7.30pm Call: 0115 989 5555 or go to the Website: www.trch.co.uk

Fri 16th Dec SHED SEVEN 02 Academy Sat 17th Dec ARCHITECTS HMV Institute TRANSIT + TITLE FIGHT + BALANCE AND COMPOSURE O2 Academy 2 THE KOOKS 02 Academy Weds 21st Dec GO WEST O2 Academy Thurs 22nd Dec CRIMBO DOO BY THE RIVERS Sub91 THE ANN DUGGAN CHRISTMAS SHOW: ANN DUGGAN The Musician Sat 24th Dec THE BIG CHRISTMAS EASY The Watershed Sun 25th Dec! CHRISTMAS DAY!

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Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel 4UBOEJOH POMZ SUN 18 DECEMBER Much-loved British rocker Steve Harley joins us again tonight in this festive performance which may well feature a few special guests! keep watching the website as we will publish details as we receive them closer to the date! But we’re betting that the setlist will be packed with favourites; Judy Teen, Here Comes The Sun and the smash hit Make Me Smile (Come Up And See Me) which is a feel-good highlight of all Steve’s shows..

Jim Marshall Auditorium The Stables Theatre Ltd Stockwell Lane Wavendon Milton Keynes MK17 8LU www.stables.org

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in London in 1952 to study art, and a year later, began his phenomenal TV career, which has spanned an incredible 58 years with shows including Rolf’s Cartoon Club, the awardwinning Animal Hospital series and Rolf on Art, which gained the highest ratings ever for an arts programme. The man who invented the

wobble board was also invited to paint a portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, to celebrate her 80th birthday. Thrill again to Rolf’s mammoth hits including: Stairway to Heaven; Tie Me Kangaroo Down, Sport; Sun Arise and Two Little Boys. Rolf has been awarded the CBE, is a member of the Order

of Australia and has won many honours for his work in the entertainment industry. He has delighted several generations. We have all grown up watching him from his early days on television to cheering him at Glastonbury – where he was voted ‘most popular entertainer’. There is nobody quite like Rolf and there will be nothing quite like this show. This is a unique opportunity to enjoy a live performance from this iconic performer.

rOLF HArrIS is at the Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham Wed 14 Dec 7.30pm Tickets: £35 & £30 Box Office: 0115 989 5555 Website & Online Booking: www.trch.co.uk

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Monday 5 December 8pm DANIEL SLOSS Tickets £13.50, students £10 Tuesday 6 December 8pm VOICES AT THE DOOR Tickets £15 Thursday 8 & Friday 9 December 8pm GO WEST Tickets £26 Saturday 10 December, 8pm THE JOHN VERITY BAND Tickets £15 Wednesday 14 December 8pm RICHARD DURRANT: CANDLELIGHT CHRISTMAS Tickets £15 Thursday 15, Friday 16 & Saturday 17 December, 8pm CLEO'S CHRISTMAS Tickets £29.50, £32* * Fundraising concert on behalf of Wavendon Allmusic Plan Ltd Tues 20 December to Sat 7 January THE AMAZING ADVENTURES OF PINOCCHIO Show times & ticket prices vary call Box Office for details Box Office 01908 280800 www.stables.org Booking Fee of £2.60 per transaction applies to all telephone sales

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Fri 02 Dec - Mulled wine & mince pies - during Harborough Late Night Opening. Plus live music from Bob Renwick, Nigel Beck & Andrew Buckley. Festive event in town centre with Xmas market, street entertainment, rides etc. Sat 03 Dec - British Dining Night Sun 04 Dec - Sunday Sessions - free entry / music 12-3pm / food from 9.30am. The Outwoods County Riders. Bluegrass, Blues & Country band plus special guests Thu 08 + Fri 09 Dec - Vegetarian & Vegan Christmas Menu Courtesy of The Greenhouse team - Orders taken 6.00 – 8.30pm Sat 10 Dec - British Dining Night FULLY BOOKED Sun 11 Dec - Sunday Sessions - free entry / music 12-3pm / food from 9.30am, Rogue State Circus Rousing and eclectic folk rock / powerpop band Thu 15 Dec - Harborough Acoustic Sessions - Now in their 12th year! Thu 15 + Fri 16 Dec - Vegetarian & Vegan Christmas Menu Courtesy of The Greenhouse team - Orders taken 6.00 – 8.30pm Sat 17 Dec - British Dining Night Sun 18 Dec - Sunday Sessions ‘Christmas Special’ - 12 – 6pm Bob Renwick, Jacksboro Highway, Nigel Beck, Findley Webster, Ray Hue & more Fri 30 Dec - British Dining Night Live Acoustic Gold Night Tickets £6 / Doors 7pm - Food available Sunday Lunch Acoustic Sessions Free entry - Music 12 – 3 pm - Food available from 9.30am Harborough Acoustic Sessions Free entry / Music from 8pm - Doors 7pm / Food available British Dining Night (advance booking required) Traditional British dishes plus a free bottle of wine per couple. Orders 6.00-8.30pm Plus Every Friday - Early doors with Bob Renwick - acoustic singer/song writer. 5.30-7.30 pm / Free entry / Bar & food available / Dogs welcome Every Wednesday- Fish Night - (subject to numbers) 4-course menu served at 7.30pm - £18 p.p. incl. one bottle wine per couple

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O2 AcADeMY Leicester. Percy Gee Building, University Road, Leicester LE1 7RH www.o2academyleicester.co.uk.

n-FWFMMJOH 5IF -BOEo -JWF FriDAY 16 DeceMBer After the storming success of their March tour, Levellers return to play 1991 album ‘Levelling The Land’ live and in its entirety, followed by favourites from their extensive back catalogue.. Levellers have been called a lot of things over their 23-year history. However, the closest thing to a consensus surrounding the seminal British folk-punk band is that their platinumselling 1991 album Levelling The Land is an absolute classic. In one fell swoop it propelled a group of disenfranchised misfits from playing pubs in Brighton to headlining Glastonbury Festival, and in the process becoming ‘The most popular band in Britain’ (NME).

the Moons 'PVS 1JFDFT PG B 'PVS 1JFDF sAtUrDAY 10 DeceMBer A four piece from Northampton, The Moons were founded in 2008 by singer, songwriter and guitarist Andy Crofts, formerly the bassist in The OnOffs and today Paul Weller’s keyboardist. With the group

receiving great reviews on their second album, Tales Of The Unexpected, the follow up to 2010’s Life On Earth. The album, a 14 tracker, was recorded over three weeks at Edwin Collins’ West Heath Yard studio and it is signature Moons,

defined by strong songwriting, delicious harmonising and tight musicianship. Influences range from Joe Meek and Syd Barrett to The Zombies and the high points are many, including the startling Jennifer Sits Alone, the garage nugget Double Vision

Love, a frenzied reworking of live favorite It’s Taking Over and the duet Something Soon with Paul Weller. The group have also just appeared on the JD Set celebration of the Smiths as a guest of Primal Scream’s Mani, which was aired on Channel 4. The Moons’ line-up is completed by bassist/keyboardist Tom Warmsley, drummer Ben Gordelier and guitarist James Edward Bagshaw. As a member of indie band Sukie, James wrote a 2008 Number 1 indie hit Pink-A-Pade. He also plays keyboards in the Lightning Seeds. The Roadmender 11 Lady’s Lane, Northampton Advance Tickets:£5.00 www.theroadmender.com

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SUN 4 - MON 5 DECEMBER Let’s Hang On take you on a musical journey through the prolific career of one of the most successful bands of all time” Frankie Valli & The FourSeasons” You will hear the story of these blue-collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks who wrote there own songs invented there own sound and took the world by storm all before the age of 30… At one point he stage is transformed into a street corner in New Jersey, four guys sitting on some steps under a street lamp singing doo wop had industry critics writing “PERFECTION” “AN AUTHENTIC MASTERPIECE” and “MIND BOGGLING AC-

CURACY” Get ready to hear all your favourite hits including “Dec 63, Beggin’, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Grease, Working My Way Back To You, Who Loves You, Bye Bye Baby and many many more…

Sunday 4th & Monday 5th of December 2011 Octagonal Hall Theatre, Welland Park Road, Mkt Harboro’ Doors open 7pm, starts 7:30pm, Tickets £16.50. To book call 07957 577 402 or 07545 338388 Also available from Sheeda’s Beauty Clinic, Abbey St. Mkt Harboro’

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RELEASE DATE: FRI 16 DEC Robert Downey Jr. reprises his role as the world’s most famous detective, Sherlock Holmes, and Jude Law returns as his formidable colleague, Dr. Watson, in “Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows.� Sherlock Holmes has always been the smartest man in the room...until now. There is a new criminal mastermind at large--Professor Moriarty (Jared Harris)--and not only is he Holmes’ intellectual equal, but his capacity for evil, coupled with a complete lack of conscience, may actually give him an advantage over the renowned detective. When the Crown Prince of Austria is found dead, the evidence, as construed by Inspector Lestrade (Eddie Marsan), points to suicide. But Sherlock Holmes deduces that the prince has been the victim of murder--a murder that is only one piece of a larger and much more portentous puzzle,

designed by one Professor Moriarty. Mixing business with pleasure, Holmes tracks the clues to an underground gentlemen’s club, where he and his brother, Mycroft Holmes (Stephen Fry)

are toasting Dr. Watson on his last night of bachelorhood. It is there that Holmes encounters Sim (Noomi Rapace), a Gypsy fortune teller, who sees more than she is telling and whose unwitting involvement in the prince’s murder makes her the killer’s next target. Holmes barely manages to save her life and, in return, she reluctantly agrees to help him.

The investigation becomes ever more dangerous as it leads Holmes, Watson and Sim across the continent, from England to France to Germany and finally to Switzerland. But the cunning Moriarty is always one step ahead as he spins a web of death and destruction--all part of a greater plan that, if he succeeds, will change the course of history...

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hard-drinking writer looking for a fresh start working at a newspaper in San Juan. But soon he is approached by Sanderson (Eckhart), a morally shady businessman

who wants to pay him to write flattering articles about a hotel development he’s planning. But Kemp seems far more interested in Chenault (Heard), Sanderson’s freespirited, flirtatious fiancée. Directed by Bruce Robinson (Withnail & I), the film lovingly recreates the steamy, seedy world of 1950s St Juan, Puerto Rico. The ruM Diary CerT: 15 aT The FOruM CineMa WeD 21 - Fri 23 DeC 2011 FOruM CineMa, WesTOn Favell CenTre, nOrThaMpTOn FOr sCreening TiMes, please Call 01604 837 300

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Open 23 "U /FX 8BML .VTFVN "SU (BMMFSZ Until 8th JanUarY 2012 This popular and diverse exhibition presents a stunning array of artworks and contemporary craft by artists from Leicester,

Leicestershire and the East Midlands. The exhibition is a great barometer of creative talent in the region with a wide selection of different art forms, from landscape painting to

photography, illustration and sculpture, textiles and ceramics. All the artworks are for sale, providing a perfect opportunity to start your very own art collection. This year’s selectors are Jamie Scott, Artist and Senior Lecturer in Fine Art, De Montfort University, Gurminder Sikand, Artist and Simon Lake, Senior Curator of Art, New Walk Museum & Art Gallery. Also running is a series of exciting and creative workshops. Each week there will be an introduction to a variety

of art and craft techniques to explore, creating original and imaginative artworks. Make sure you dress for mess, old clothes recommended for adults and children. Workshops are age specific to cater for the level and content of the workshop. All children under 8 years must be accompanied by a parent/ carer. Pre-booking essential, £3.00 for activities (light refreshments provided). To book please call 0116 223 2065 or email Lisa.Jacques@ leicester.gov.uk

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Artists will welcome you to browse and chat. Artists include Jane Sanders, Pip Rawlings, Chris Yates, Rob Bibby, Pat Armstrong, Kay Hall, Debbie James, and many more.

YarrOW GallerY,(nr the great Hall) Glapthorn Road, Oundle Northamptonshire PE8 4JF www.cjdesigns.homestead.com

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Loose Ends and the Now Show, or his numerous contributions to Radio 5 Live and Talksport, as well as having recorded for Shane Warne’s Ashes podcasts. Meryl has gigged extensively across the UK, Ireland, New York and Europe. Bitterly direct with a mischievous twinkle in her eye, she has delighted comedy audiences, ladies nights and even hosted pop concerts (last one to 12,000 people!). Meryl also writes for flagship comedy and entertainment programmes for ITV, BBC, Channel 4, and Dave, and is an accomplished radio presenter with her own comedy series for Woman’s Hour on Radio 4, The Hysterical Method

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Right Here, Right Now arena tour. The star of his own hit show Russell Howard’s Good News, the comedian returns in December for one last outing of his biggest ever live show, which will be released on DVD in November. National Exhibition Centre Birmingham West Midlands B40 1NT www.lgarena.co.uk 0121 780 4141

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4. Bake in the oven for about 15 – 20 minutes until the pastry is golden brown, then allow to cool before transferring them to a cooling rack. 5.Prepare the EasyIce Royal Icing according to the pack instructions, and spoon the icing onto the top of each mince pie. WOW kids used a circular cutter to create lids from ready rolled icing (try using Xmas shape pastry cutters as an alternative).

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Naturhouse is coming to town... *OUFSOBUJPOBM SFUBJMFS UP PQFO 6, IFBE PGäDF JO .BSLFU )BSCPSPVHI Naturhouse, Europe’s leading healthy eating retailer arrives in UK and sets up its national headquarters in Market Harborough. With over 2000 shops in Europe the dynamic franchisor has chosen Market Harborough for its launch operation and nationwide training facility. Already having created 3 new jobs in the area, the new HQ team expects to grow to 10 in two years. The company specialises in healthy eating and offers free private one-to-one consultations

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with professionally qualified nutritionists that not only teach life changing healthy eating habits, but offer the company’s proven natural supplements to help in weight management objectives. No more happy clappy group experiences or starvation diets, just sound personal advice from qualified professionals providing healthy eating plans and our exclusive award winning natural food supplements. Four million clients since initial launch in 1996 have ben-

efitted from the methods and supplements offered by Naturhouse. This is not just another fad diet experience, it’s about changing eating habits for life, aiding in successful long term weight management without compromising too much on the nicer things in life. Naturhouse will be publishing real life testimonials from clients that have lost up to 3 stone with the Naturhouse method and maintained the weight loss permanently. The retailer has taken promi-

nent premises in the town centre and plans to be open by mid December. It is understood that the company will be offering 170 franchise opportunities nationwide in the first 5 years, and has had an abundance of enquiries. The new website for the UK market will launch in January at www.mynaturhouse.co.uk The corporate international website is www. naturhouse.com and any enquiries should be made by email to uk@naturhouse.com

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If you have any beauty questions you would like to ask our expert, please write to: Kara @ Beauty Manor, C/O WOW, 50 St. Mary’s Road, Market Harborough, LE16 7DU.

* LFFQ UIJOLJOH XF TUJMM HPU BHFT UJMM $ISJTUNBT CVU BDUVBMMZ JUoT MFTT UIBO XFFLT As we have covered so many beauty topics this year, I though I would assist your partners in their Christmas shopping for you or help you finish yours. This year we have a beautiful collection from Decleor. Exquisite gift sets at excellent prices with huge savings. We have all Decleor’s most popular face creams as gift boxes, a fantastic men’s set (they have no excuse not to use this), fragrance sets with bath pebbles and a relaxation night set. Guinot have gone all out this year, with their most intelligent face cream - Age Logic Cellulaire and there new time logic

serum in a luxurious gift box. Jessica are having there best Christmas gift set ever, we have nail polish sets from £12.95 to £26.95 all containing various new colours and the unique phenomen oil. If there is something you want that isn’t in a set then we

are able to create a set for that perfect present. But men honestly the one thing a lady wants is a gift voucher for The Beauty Manor, they can treat themselves to whatever treatment they choose or purchase their favourite product. Merry Christmas and happy new year Kara x Beauty ManOr is above Browns Hairdressing, Manor House, High Street, Market Harborough, LE16 7NL. To book an appointment telephone 0844 999 4365 www.thebeautymanor.co.uk

Comfort your skin this January with our exclusive offer. Decleor aroma expert nutri divine facial 1hr 15min Jessica luxury manicure 1hr 15min back or head massage For ÂŁ65.00 worth ÂŁ95.00 Book now to avoid disappointment, valid until 31/01/12. Terms & conditions apply.

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Victoria Square, New Street and Chamberlain Square, Birmingham. For more information telephone 0121 464 2012. www.facebook.com/ BhamChristmasMarket www.twitter.com/BirminghamFCM 01 Dec - 24 Dec 2011 /PUUJOHIBN $ISJTUNBT (JGU BOE $SBGU .BSLFU The traditional Victorian-style gift and craft market promises a host of tasty treats and original, quality, handmade arts, crafts and gift ideas for all the family. Visitors will enjoy local, seasonal fayre as well and good quality, handmade and homemade arts and crafts that will offer some unusual and exciting ideas for their christmas presents this year. The event is set to conjure up the traditional spirit of christmas. To go alongside roasted chestnuts and mulled wine, visitors will be entertained by carol singers, vocal harmony groups and can meet our family of cute reindeer! The market will be situated on Smithy Row, Albert Street and Lister Gate. centrally, the city’s Old Market Square will feature a Winter Wonderland including a carousel, Narnia-themed bar and the magnificent North Star swing ride which will tower sixty metres and guarantee thrills a-plenty! Nottingham Christmas Market, Smithy Row, Albert Street and Lister Gate. Nottingham City Centre

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delighted as they are invited to enjoy the Glßhwein (German mulled wine), German beers, traditional sausages, meats, sweets, marzipans, breads and pastries. A truly continental atmosphere is conjured up by the lights, sounds and smells of this unique spectacle that is imported in its entirety and then installed in the beautiful setting of Birmingham’s Victoria Square. The whole experience will be enhanced with live music every lunchtime and evening from a traditional bandstand. A truly international welcome and a unique shopping experience await all visitors to the heart of Birmingham this christmas!

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centre location. The historical buildings offer a festive and friendly setting, with opportunity to buy direct from the makers themselves, with stallholders including ranges of jewellery, artwork, textiles, ceramics, handmade cards, candles and photography. admission: £1.00 for adults / Children free. If you are interested in taking a stall at the event, please contact The Guildhall on 0116 253 2569. The Guildhall Leicester. 11.00am – 4.30pm T: 0116 253 2569 E: museums@leicester.gov.uk W: www.leicester.gov.uk/craftfair

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quality, handmade arts, crafts and gift ideas for all the family. Visitors will enjoy local, seasonal fayre as well and good quality, handmade and homemade arts and crafts that will offer some unusual and exciting ideas for their Christmas presents this year. The event is set to conjure up the traditional spirit of Christmas. To go alongside roasted chestnuts and mulled wine, visitors will be entertained by talented local performers and can meet our very own family of reindeer (selected dates only). Twenty four days of festive fun! The Corn Market, Derby

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CWT 1XVVTbc BcP\U^aS 2WaXbc\Pb 5TbcXeP[ 4eTa WOW!... have we got something for you! This year Stamford Christmas Festival is co-hosted by Stamford Town Partnership CIC and Stamford Town Council whose aim is to create an affordable, enjoyable and unforgettable experience for everyone; bringing the community together in work and play at the biggest Christmas Festival the town has seen! On Sunday 11th december from 10am - 4pm Stamford high Street, red Lion Square, Sheep Market and Bath row east and West will be full of Festive Cheer for your family enjoyment. With everything right on your doorstep, free entry and parking throughout the town we have a spectacular entertainment line-up, fun fair attractions and 200 trade and exhibitor stalls to thrill you. To help you get in to the spirit of Christmas we’ve got a kaleidoscope of art and Craft Markets, Luxury Festive Food and drink halls, all day live entertainment throughout the route from dancers, choirs, theatre, street artists, local radio, Santa’s grotto, nativity scenes, magicians, and a fun fair! radio rutland’s rob Persani will be supporting us on the day and running a Best Children’s hat Competition where the winners can expect some really exciting prizes. Contact rutland radio for more details - tel: 01572 757868 or email: enquires@rutlandradio.co.uk Win yourself a Bumper Christmas Festival Pamper hamper with tickets

on sale from 10am on Festival day from our Festival Volunteering Station on Bath row. Come down and meet our team and get a chance to win thousands of pounds worth of quality Christmas items. We are cramming our bumper hampers full to the brim with goodies for you to enjoy this Christmas including: wine, beer, spirits, cider, champagne, fine cuisine, speciality meats, poultry, fish, pies, cheese, breads, preserves, oils, spices, olives, cakes, sweets, fudge, chocolates, speciality teas and coffee, vintage clothing, jewellery, handbags, accessories, leather goods, hats, scarves, children’s clothes, candles, pottery, ceramics, wood carvings, fair trade items, pampering treats, children’s toys, home ware, speciality gifts, Christmas baubles and wreaths, nordman Fir Christmas Trees, plus £100s’ worth in vouchers from our independent and high street shops, restaurants and bistros. This event and the visitors it attracts creates fantastic business opportunities for local retailers, restaurants and suppliers in our town... ali hopes that the communities biggest event of the year will generate the best days’ takings, whilst raising general awareness of Stamford and what it offers as a beautifully historic tourist location. Funding for this year’s event has come from local sources and a huge thank you goes out to all of the local businesses, schools, colleges and

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volunteering groups who have come together with substantial sponsorship and hard work to make this event possible. ali would like to say a special thank you to her team of amazing volunteers, who without their hard and very much appreciated work to help organise this event it simply wouldn’t happen. Please take notice that for health and safety reasons in relation to this event Bath row east (including Gooch’s Court), Bath row West, Sheep Market and Castle Street will be closed to all traffic from 1800 on Saturday 10th december to 2300 on Sunday 11th december. a diversion route will be in place on all Saints Street, red Lion Square and St Johns Street throughout this period. Why not travel to and from the Festival by bus... Peterborough City Council operates a regular Sunday service, serving ailsworth, Bainton, Barnack, Castor, Collyweston, helpston, duddington, easton on the hill, Pilsgate, uffington, Wansford and Wothorpe. View the timetable on routes 401 and 404 at www.pbt.org.uk; pick up a leaflet at Stamford Tourist Information Centre, Library, or Leisure pool; call Traveline on 0871 200 22 33. Timetables are also displayed at most stops along the route. For more information about Stamford Christmas Festival 2011 please go to our dedicated pages at www.visitstamford. com/xmas See you there!...

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For more information on the antiques market visit www.antiques2go.co.uk or send an email to info@antiques2go.co.uk. Northampton Market Square.

SaT 10 deC 2011 "OUJRVFT 0O 5IF 4RVBSF Victoriana, militaria and antique jewellery are just few of the items which can now be found on the market square on the second Saturday of the month. Saturday 10th december Christmas antiques Market with the Northampton Male Voice Choirs and the Northampton east Salvation army band If you want to see items your great grandparents used as everyday items, and talk to the people who know all about them, then this is the day to get to the market. perfect for that quirky present - something individual.as well as a wide variety of antique and collectable items there are also a wide variety of interesting and knowledgeable traders with such colourful names as “ron the Glass” and “Mark the Top hat”!browsers, sellers and collectors area all welcome. pick up an antique along with your Saturday market shopping! To book a stall please ring 01327 871797

SuN 18 deC 2011 9NBT 4QFDJBM BU .FMUPO .PXCSBZ Xmas Special Vintage Car & bike Meet & Mens Shopping experience. a unique opportunity to see cars, lorries and bikes of yesteryear which you had once owned ….. Or wish you had owned. Christmas Special Mens Shopping event offering gift wrapping service. Shops open all day. Music, entertainment & Free beer. Sun 18 Dec 2011 10:00 to 16:00 Melton Mowbray. For more info call: 01664 480234

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cost and preparation time. What’s more, canned soups can be used as an instant base for curries or stews, adding vegetables for just a few extra pence per head. Canned pulses and beans are another store cupboard essential and can be used to bulk out a range of meals such as chillies or casseroles – meaning there is always plenty of warming winter food no matter how many unexpected guests arrive. If, like thousands of families across the UK, the fridge is bursting with leftovers after the big day

itself, don’t worry – Canned Food UK has a range of brilliant recipes that mean you can save waste, time and money by making the most of them. From turkey and sprouts to bacon and sausages, leftovers can be made into inspired meals by adding simple canned ingredients – making sure every last scrap of Christmas dinner is put to good use. Try Canned Food UK’s Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Chestnuts for a cost-effective and tasty accompaniment. .

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you get the feeling that you’ve left England behind, experiencing the familiar warmth of ambience and welcome that recalls all your sweetest Mediterranean memories. Thanks to Philippos, his family and team, the sunny southern Eu-

ropean atmosphere runs far deeper than mere dÊcor or the wonderfully friendly service. The Mediterranean flavour here is soul deep, running right through the food – home-made Italian meatballs, Giouvetsi

slow-cooked beef, fantastic Greek sausages – the wine list, the lightness of ambience, all perfectly geared to relaxation and fun. And that’s only part of the reason why New Year’s Eve in Rothwell sounds unmissable this year. To add to the exitement, The Olive Lounge is hosting a Vintage Hollywood Glamour evening with a Champagne and canapÊ reception (tickets £20 per person), plus an awards ceremony and midnight shot toast. Definitely WOW’s place to be is on the red carpet come December 31st!

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increasing amounts due under the tax credits regime. However in these times of austerity the AIA is being reduced in the 2012/13 tax year (with effect from 1 April 2012 for companies and 6 April 2012 for unincorporated businesses) to £25,000. This makes planning your capital expenditure over the short term essential to avoid missing out on the full AIA available. If we look at a limited company with a 31 March 2012 year end the decision is straight forward, there will be £100,000 of AIA available in the year to 31 March 2012 and £25,000 of AIA available in the year to 31 March 2013. However the problems

arise where the year end straddles two tax years whereby the AIA available is calculated by apportioning on a time basis. This also seems pretty straight forward but care must be taken with the purchase date or it will result in disappointing amounts being claimed against profits. For example farmer Giles who operates an incorporated business with a year end of 30 September 2012, decides to buy a new tractor costing £45,000. AIA available for the whole year is £62,500 (£100,000 x 6/12 +£25,000 x 6/12). If he buys the tractor in March 2012 then all of the £45,000 can be relieved. Should the purchase be delayed

Adrian Neal FCA, Partner Berry Accountants until May 2012 then even though the total AIA available for the year is £62,500 he will be able to claim relief on only £12,500. An even stranger result is that should he purchase the tractor in October 2012 then relief of £25,000 can be claimed. Therefore it shows that even though it may appear that the relief is simply being filtered out over two years, the relief on an asset purchased in a later month can actually gain more relief! In summary plan ahead and check it with your accountant! You do not want to be told later on that you have got it all wrong..

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The Biz Club! 5IJT ZFBSoT CJ[ DMVC BXBSET UPPL QMBDF BU 5IF 'BMDPO )PUFM 6QQJOHIBN The Biz Club Business of the Year Award was first launched in Rutland in 2009. The biz club award 2011 winner - Sheila Saunders Barrowden and Wakerley Community Shop. Award presented by Louise Mensch MP. The award recognises someone who has helped to encourage, grow and support local businesses or someone

who has developed their own business creating employment and enterprise. Applicants need to demonstrate a significant contribution to the local business community (within 25 miles of Uppingham) within the last 12 months. This can include community involvement and social responsibility where appropriate. All entries are judged by a panel of the biz

club committee including the sponsor. The winner receives a trophy along with ÂŁ500 towards a unique and original piece of artwork designed by a local artist. Find out more about our winner online at www.barrowdenshop.org

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prices if we were wasteful or inefficient. That’s why we reward our Production Hub team for reducing waste and we pay bonuses to anyone in our family who has an idea on how we can work more efficiently. Our Environmental Management System has been assessed by BSI and we’re certified for ISO 14001, the Environmental Standard. That means an independent auditor keeps an eye on our environmental objectives and the progress we’re making with our targets. We only use paper from well managed forests and we’ve increased the number of recycled and FSC approved papers we use. Any unavoidable waste paper is compacted and recycled and we separate all other waste into seventeen distinct streams for recycling or reprocessing. We use vegetable-based inks, pumped straight from large drums, rather than smaller cartridges in wasteful packaging. Our

printing plates are recycled and used chemicals are disposed of responsibly. Over the past few years we’ve planted 60,000 trees with our partners, Tree Appeal and David Bellamy. We’re doubling our target and would love your help with our campaign to plant 100,000 Trees for Schools. If you think there’s anything else we should be doing to act responsibly, please email lovething@printing.com. For more information, look at our website or call 01858 410 777 to arrange a chat.

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The lead up to Christmas is a great time to put your house into good repair and make sure the bad weather that lies ahead doesn’t leave unnecessary scars on your interior. If you, like many others choose to decorate your house ready for Christmas, you may find that you uncover more than you bargain for - some dodgy woodwork, crumbling plaster, a leaking radiator or maybe something even worse! Also if you have an open fire make sure you sweep the chimney before you open the tin of paint! Whatever you do make sure you have W.W. Brown’s number close by. On the other hand if your idea of Christmas decorating is hanging baubles from the tree and lighting up the garden with a sprinkling of fairy lights then this is the perfect time to assess the exterior of your home and take preventive action!

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Before hanging festive lights from your gutter, clear any leaves that could potentially cause a blockage. Also, while you’re there make sure the gutter is secure and check for any rotten wood that may need replacing (if a replacement is required a PVC soffit board is ideal, as a low maintenance option). A leaking roof can prove disastrous, so check for missing or cracked tiles and again if necessary call in the professionals! A reminder from last month, make sure you get your boiler checked if you haven’t already!

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Farndon Fields Farm Shop have been shortlisted as a finalist in the Countryside Alliance Local Food Awards! The awards, nicknamed the ‘Rural Oscars’ are voted for by the public and recognise those who routinely go the extra mile for their community. Farndon Fields has now been shortlisted as a regional finalists and will find out in January if they have won.

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England Win World Netball Series! &OHMBOE s /FX ;FBMBOE England have been crowned World Netball Series Champions with a phenomenal win over New Zealand in the final at the Echo Arena in Liverpool. A fantastic Powerplay was the difference between the sides with Jo Harten ice cool in the shooting circle and Eboni Beckford-Chambers marshalling the defence. Following their respective wins in the semi-finals earlier in the day, there was a buzz around the Arena as the final approached and the teams were treated to deafening applause as they took to the court. Early nerves were quelled when Harten sunk her first attempt to send the fans

into hysteria. A see saw quarter had the Silver Ferns race into a 6 – 3 lead before Harten took aim from outside the circle and waved goodbye to a two pointer, that drew the teams level as the whistle sounded. The second quarter saw New Zealand dominate and force a couple of turnovers following great work from Anna Scarlett and Shannon Francois. Again they pulled clear, 12 – 7. England refused to lie down and the scurrying of Serena Guthrie and Sasha Corbin was a joy to watch, penalties were called on the visitors and England took advantage. The hosts were trailing by three when time was called on

the quarter but Harten still had a penalty shot to take from outside the circle. Just as in the first quarter the ball fell majestically into the net, the crowd were delirious and the momentum was with England even though they trailed 13-12 at half-time. An intense team talk from Anna Mayes followed as the teams re-appeared to flames and music signalling that both sides had chosen this quarter for their Powerplay. The lead switched hands continuously in the opening exchanges as Cathrine Latu, Maria Tutaia, Pamela Cookey and Harten all showed their class. It was a case of who was going to blink first, it was

Team were (not in order): Sasha Corbin, Kadeen Corbin, Eboni Beckford-Chambers, Stacey Francis, Laura Malcolm, Emma Dovey, Pamela Cookey, Jo Harten, Rachel Dunn, Serena Guthrie, Sara Bayman and captain Jade Clarke.

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New Zealand. Latu started seeing shots come off the ring with Stacey Francis supporting Beckford-Chambers excellently in collecting the rebounds; Harten and Cookey remained on fire. At the end of the third quarter, to the delight of those in attendance, England led 29 – 22. The Silver Ferns knew that they would have to come out fighting and needed the big shots to fall in if they were going to complete an astonishing fight back. If they missed, England were on hand to gobble up the rebounds, waste precious seconds and stay ahead of their opponents. Tutaia was tasked with the job and an initial effort that was successful made the crowd take note. Thankfully for the largely biased support, her further two attempts missed and the excellent England defence controlled the rebound. Time was in favour of the hosts and they beautifully played keep ball and recycled the ball between the thirds. An expectant crowd let out an almighty roar as the whistle blew and England were confirmed as Champions. IFNA president Molly Rhone handed out the winner’s medals, a jubilant Jade Clarke lifted the trophy and all that was left was to sign some autographs for a public full of adoration for what they had been lucky enough to witness.

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Tokyo Swift... 5JN #BSOFT $MBZ UFTUT UIF 4V[VLJ 4XJGU 4QPSU “Great things can come in small packagesâ€?. It’s a well used expression and one that definitely suits Suzuki’s new Swift Sport. The car, which will be available in the UK in the New Year, is expected to sell for around ÂŁ14,500 and, let me tell you, you will get a lot for

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your money if a super-mini is the kind of motor that toots your horn. I got to drive the Swift Sport around Barcelona as part of the Japanese company’s efforts to promote its latest model to the media. I was impressed; the car has more control, it’s more fun and it has lower emissions than its predecessor. But the best thing about it is that a

sixth gear has been added to a gearbox which has been woefully lacking in the past. On the outside, the Swift Sport looks great from the rear. A wind diffuser and twin tailpipes give it an appearance similar to a Renault Clio Sport. The front is less extreme, but from the side the car has a low-slung stance which immediately distinguishes it from a standard Swift. 17 inch

alloy wheels also add to the chunkier, more potent, image. Behind the wheel, the new model is quicker off the mark than the last one due to an increase in power output, which has risen from 121bhp to 134bhp. The sixth gear also helps to improve acceleration and gives the speedy Swift a more sporty gear change. The leather clad steering wheel and the front sports

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seats add to the athletic feel of the Japanese car. The seats grip you when the Suzuki is flung around corners (and there were plenty of left and right-handers on the bendy hills rising above beautiful Barcelona). Don’t get me wrong, the Swift Sport is never going to give you an adrenaline overdose – but it’s fun enough to stand up to fast little numbers like the Citroen DS3, the Fiat Punto Evo and the MINI Cooper. With seven airbags, Suzuki’s pocket-rocket is safe as well as sprightly. It offers the same control and peace of mind as the standard Swift, which earned a five-star rating in the European New Car Assessment Programme (NCAP) and the highest overall points scored amongst other new cars tested at the time. Standard safety equipment also includes anti-lock braking with electronic braking-force

distribution, and an Electronic Stability Programme (ESP). Suzuki expects its new offering to appeal to motorists in their early 30s, so it’s possible that parents with young children, who are looking for a bit of a fun drive, could go for this motor. I suspect that many won’t be looking at the Swift Sport as a practical option though and it’ll be the single girls and guys with a limited budget and a need for speed who will be heading in their droves to Suzuki dealerships in 2012.

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