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Enjoy a wild day out

elcome to Eastside’s annual guide. Regular readers will know the format: this is our round-up of all that’s great about life in Doncaster, Rotherham and North Nottinghamshire.

Whether you are looking to try a new restaurant, visit a stately home or find the perfect independent school for your children, all the information you need is in The Guide.

If you are taking an anxious look at the current housing market, our Living section provides a useful guide as to what your money will buy you right now. For anyone looking to get out and about over the summer our Seeing and Doing section is packed with practical information about venues and pastimes that will ensure not a single precious second of fine weather is wasted.

Next month we will return to our usual format. See you then.

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Eating & Drinking

From classic fine dining to quirky street food, our region is full to quality bars and restaurants. Here are some of the best

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Eating Out We dine at Yash

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Seeing & Doing

Whether you’re planning a day trip or a short break, our region is filled with lots of things to see and do

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EASTSIDE GUIDE 2021

A slice of heaven From classic fine dining to quirky street food, our region is full to quality bars and restaurants. Here are some of the best.

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EATING & DRINKING RESTAURANTS IN HOTELS THE CROWN HOTEL

THE GARDEN GRILLE

High Street, Bawtry, Doncaster, DN10 6JW. Tel: 01302 710341 www.crownhotel-bawtry.com

Hilton Garden Inn, Doncaster Racecourse Tel: 01302 986888 www.doncasterracecourse.co.uk/ hiltongarden-inn

CAFÉ BAR CONCERTO The Earl of Doncaster Hotel, Bennetthorpe, Doncaster, DN2 6AD. Tel: 01302 361371 www.theearl.co.uk

NORMANTON INN Clumber Park Hotel, Blyth Road, Near Worksop, S80 3PA Tel: 01623 835333 www.clumbeparkhotel.com

BISTROS, BRASSERIES & BARS BAWTRY’S BAR & BRASSERIE 52 High Street, Bawtry, DN10 7JA Tel: 01302 711271 bawtrysbar.co.uk

JAZZ CAFE 5-7 Printing Office Street, Doncaster, DN1 1TJ Tel: 01302 362444 jazzcafedoncaster.co.uk

Barnburgh Lakes, Ludwell Hill, Doncaster, DN5 7EE Tel: 01709 234663 www.bulrushbistro.co.uk

329 Bawtry Road, Rossington, Doncaster, DN4 7PB Tel: 01302 867329 www.millerandcarter.co.uk

RELISH BAR & GRILL CANTERS BISTRO Nutwell Lane, Old Cantley, Doncaster Tel: 01302 371832

Best Western Plus West Retford Hotel, 24 North Road, Retford, DN22 7XG Tel: 01777 706333 www.westretfordhotel.co.uk

OWSTON HALL HOTEL MILLER & CARTER

BULRUSH BISTRO

ORANGERY RESTAURANT

19 East Laith Gate, Doncaster, DN1 1JG Tel: 01302 342936 www.relish-doncaster.co.uk

Owston, Doncaster, Dn6 9JF Tel: 01302 722800 www.owstonhall.com

REEDS RESTAURANT Best Western Pastures Hotel, Pastures Road, Mexborough, S64 0JJ. Tel: 01709 572737 www.bestwestern.co.uk

THE REGENT HOTEL RESTAURANT Regent Square, Doncaster, DN1 2DS Tel: 01302 364180 www.theregenthotel.co.uk

ROSSINGTON HALL Great North Road, Doncaster, DN11 0HR Tel: 01302 866822 www.rossingtonhall.co.uk

WENTBRIDGE HOUSE HOTEL, RESTAURANT & BRASSERIE Great North Road, Wentbridge, Pontefract, WF8 3JJ Tel: 01977 620444 www.wentbridgehouse.co.uk

YE OLDE BELL HOTEL & RESTAURANT Barnby Moor, Retford, DN22 8QS. Tel: 01777 705121 www.yeoldebell-hotel.co.uk

EDWINS OF HATFIELD RESTAURANT & WINE BAR 7 High Street, Hatfield, Doncaster, DN7 6RS Tel: 01302 430275 www.edwinsofhatfield.co.uk

GASLAMP BRASSERIE 131 Bawtry Road, Wickersley, Rotherham, S66 2BW Tel: 01709 533069 www.gaslampbrasserieandbar. co.uk

Whitehouses

FINE DINING WHITEHOUSES London Road, White Houses, Retford, DN22 7JF Tel: 01777 862710 www.whitehousesretford. co.uk

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CONTEMPORARY BAWTRY’S PIZZERIA & STEAKHOUSE

MAYFLOWER BAR & EATERY

High Street, Bawtry, DN10 6JW Tel: 01302 711711 www.bawtryssteakhouse.com

High Street, Austerfield, Doncaster, DN10 6QU Tel: 01302 714289 www.mayflowerbarandeatery.co .uk

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THE RUM ROOMS

Denaby Lane, Old Denaby, Doncaster, DN12 4LD Tel: 01709 581392 themanor-olddenaby.co.uk

7 Market Road, Doncaster, DN1 1LS Tel: 01302 340375 www.no7therumrooms.com

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INDIAN AAGRAH Great North Road, Woodlands, Doncaster, DN6 7RA Tel: 01302 728888 www.aagrah.com

DOWER HOUSE RESTAURANT Market Place, Bawtry, DN10 6JL Tel: 01302 719696 www.dower-house.co.uk

THE INDUS Ground Floor Grand St Leger Hotel, Bennetthorpe, Doncaster, DN2 6AX Tel: 01302 366470 www.theindus.com

LANCERS 20 High Street, Bawtry,

Doncaster, DN10 6JE Tel: 01302 710252 www.lancersrestaurant.co.uk

Seven Seas

MUMBAI 12-16 Station Road, Stainforth, Doncaster, DN7 5QA Tel: 01302 352100

POPPADOMS & CREAM 32 Hall Gate, Doncaster, DN1 3NL Tel: 01302 321466

YASH Great North Road, Barnby Moor, Retford, DN22 8QS Tel: 01777 949013 www.yashrestaurant.co.uk

SEAFOOD FISH BITS

SEVEN SEAS

61 Carr House Road, Doncaster, DN1 2BY Tel: 01302 760022 www.fishbits-doncaster.co.uk

184 Bawtry Road, Wickersley, Rotherham, S66 1AG Tel: 01709 542160 www.sevenseaswickersley.co.uk

ITALIAN

Colosseo

ZARA’S 1 Sunderland Street, Tickhill, Doncaster, DN11 9PT Tel: 01302 744122 www.zarasrestaurant.co.uk

Aagrah

COLOSSEO 232 Carr House Road, Doncaster, DN4 5DS Tel: 01302 953600 www.restaurantindoncaster.com

ROCCOS 1-3 Saint Mary’s Court, Tickhill, DN11 9LX Tel: 01302 744968 www.roccositaliankitchen.co.uk

ZINIZ 1 Market Place, Bawtry, DN10 6JL. Tel: 01302 711115 www.ziniz.co.uk

MEDITERRANEAN LA RUSTICA

OTTO BAR & KITCHEN

5 Nether Hall Road, Doncaster DN1 2PH Tel: 01302 363475 www.larusticadoncaster.co.uk

Unit 8, Main Street, Sprotborough, DN5 7RJ Tel: 01302 572679 www.ottobar.co.uk

SPANISH, MEXICAN, TAPAS & SOUTH AMERICAN CACTUS JACKS

EASTERN FLAVOUR (THAI, JAPANESE, CHINESE, CANTONESE)

18 Hall Gate, Doncaster, DN1 3NA. Tel: 01302 321500 www.cactusjacksdoncaster.co.uk

AMAZING THAI

THE COUNTING HOUSE

Top Road, Barnby Dun, Doncaster Tel: 07760 284598 www.amazingthairestaurant.co. uk

CHINA ROSE 16 South Parade, Bawtry,

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Doncaster, DN10 6JH Tel: 01302 710461 www.chinarose.co.uk

THAI AT THE SAL The Salutation, 14 South Parade, Doncaster, DN1 2DR Tel: 01302 340705 www.thesalutationdoncaster.com

23 Nostell Place, Doncaster, DN4 7JA Tel: 01302 639749 www.countinghousedoncaster. co.uk

THE OLIVE LOUNGE 169 Bawtry Road, Wickersley,

Rotherham, S66 2BW Tel: 01709 533220 www.theolivelounge.co.uk

31 MARKET PLACE BISTRO & CREPERIE Tickhill Road, Bawtry, DN10 6JL. Tel: 01302 714917

RIOJA Woodfield Plantation, Balby, Doncaster Tel: 01302 285993 www.rioja-tapas.co.uk

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EATING & DRINKING PUBS THE BLACKSMITH ARMS Church Street, Everton, Doncaster, DN10 5BQ Tel: 01777 817281

The Station at Blaxton CADEBY INN Main Street, Cadeby, Doncaster, DN5 7SW Tel: 01709 864009 www.cadebyinn.com

Tel: 01302 710275 www.theship-bawtry.com

THE SUN INN

Drakeholes, Doncaster, DN10 5DF

Gainsborough Road, Everton, DN10 5BW Tel: 01777 818752 www.sun-inn-everton.co.uk

THE EPWORTH TAP

THE SUN INN RETFORD

THE DUCK

9-11 Market Place, Epworth, DN9 1EU Tel: 01427 873333 www.theepworthtap.co.uk

THE HARVEY ARMS Old Bawtry Road, Finningley, Doncaster, DN9 3BY Tel: 01302 770200 theharveyarms.com

PILGRIM FATHERS Great North Road, Scrooby, Doncaster, DN10 6AR Tel: 01302 714271 www.pilgrimfatherscrooby.co. uk

THE REINDEER INN Thorne Road, Sandtoft, Doncaster, DN8 5SZ Tel: 01724 710774 www.thereindeerinn.co.uk

THE SHIP AT BAWTRY Gainsborough Road, Bawtry, DN10 6HT

Thrumpton Lane, Retford, DN22 6HS Tel: 01777 702542 www.sun-inn-retford.co.uk

THE STATION Station Road, Blaxton, Doncaster, DN9 3AA Tel: 07414 200794 www.thestationblaxton.co.uk

TEA ROOMS, CAFES, BAKERIES & DELICATESSENS

THE TURNPIKE

THE BAY TREE CAFÉ BAR

THE GLASS STRAWBERRY

High Street, Bawtry, DN10 6JE. Tel: 01302 711960

The Wharf, Carolgate, Retford, DN22 6AS Tel: 01777 710488

48-50 Printing Office Street, Doncaster, DN1 1TR Tel: 01302 365027 www.theglassstrawberry.co.uk

THE WHITE HART 12 Swan Street, Bawtry, Doncaster, DN10 6JQ Tel: 01302 710440 thewhitehartpubbawtry.co.uk

CAST CAFÉ BAR Waterdale, Doncaster, DN1 3BU Tel: 01302 303958 www.castindoncaster.com

THE GRAY ROOMS

CHERRY TREE GARDEN CENTRE

THE LITTLE DELI

9 Dower House Square, Bawtry, DN10 6SU Tel: 01302 953259

THE WHITE HORSE INN High Street, Misson, Doncaster, DN10 6ED Tel: 01302 710 211 www.thewhitehorseinn misson.co.uk

Bawtry Road, Tickhill, Doncaster, DN11 9EX Tel: 01302 742134 www.cherry-lane.co.uk

7a Dower House Square, Bawtry, Doncaster, DN10 6LS Tel: 01302 376366 www.thelittledelibawtry.co.uk

THE OLD BUTCHERS The Ship at Bawtry

THE CLASSIC & CONTEMPORARY COFFEE SHOP Yorkshire Caravans, Great North Road, Bawtry, DN10 6DG Tel: 01302 953259 www.bestcakes.co.uk

Main Street, Fishlake, Doncaster, DN7 5JJ Tel: 01302 842111

THE PANTRY 8020 20 Grovewood Close, Misterton, Doncaster, DN10 4EF. Tel: 01427 892635 www.thepantry8020.co.uk

THE COWSHED Sunnybank Gardens, Bawtry Road, Hatfield, Doncaster, DN7 6PH. Tel: 01302 842954

DAINTY DORIS Norton Common Road, Doncaster, DN6 9HP Tel: 01302 707986

FEAST BAWTRY 20 Station Road, Bawtry, Doncaster, DN10 6PT Tel: 01302 719436

WALKERS NURSERIES GARDEN RESTAURANT Mosham Road, Blaxton, Doncaster, DN9 3BA Tel: 01302 770564 www.walkersnurseries.tv

WELLINGTON’S CAFÉ & BISTRO Cherry Lane Garden Centre, Tickhill, DN11 9EX Tel: 01302 752474 wellingtonscafe.co.uk

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The spice trail THE FAMOUS GREAT NORTH ROAD PROVIDES THE PERFECT SPOT FOR A POST-WORK CURRY. fter a busy day working and driving between appointments – three hours in total – the only thing that kept me going was the promise of a Friday night curry, specifically a Yash curry on the very pretty Great North Road Retford, just a few minutes drive from Bawtry.

Now, there are a few Indian restaurants scattered across North and South Yorkshire, all with the same exacting high standards but it had been a while since we visited the team and the charming restaurant. We have never been disappointed before and were convinced it was better than driving all the way back to Sheffield, although amazingly it’s only a 35-minute drive to the Parkway.

Anyone who has stood outside Yash will know that it radiates a certain charm. The cosy glow of the conservatory extension and the wooden decking over the green turf leading to the front door create a welcoming environment.

Yash opened in 2013 and has fast become the go-to curry house for travellers and residents straddling both sides of the Yorkshire/Nottinghamshire border.

‘House’ probably is the best way to describe the living room-look décor.

Instead of the traditional setting many of us have come to expect at an Indian restaurant, you’ll find contemporary black leather seating, neutral walls and matching silver-and-gold menus and artwork. It’s an interesting cultural contrast when coupled with traditional Indian and Bangladeshi dishes, but like many great relationships, these opposites work well together.

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always made us, and all their customers, welcome from the minute you walk through his door. They appear to know each diner by name, everyone works hard to make you feel like it’s your first dining experience in their particular restaurant.

Work finished for the day, we were first there, 5.30pm, opening time.

Equally ravenous, the powerful fusion of aromas hit us like a, well, like a direct train to Kashmir! Whack, straight to the senses, take me to my table!

Although the menu is compact, there are a surprising number of dishes to choose from including tandooris, chef ’s specialities and a vegetarian section, with curries in many different mild and spicy sauces.

For sheer ease and speed (I told you we were hungry) we ordered a Mixed starter to share whilst we studied the vast menu. It arrived quickly and was the right choice for two hungry travellers – I counted seven varieties of their starters, all on one plate.

We picked our way through a vegetable samosa, onion bhaji, grill Lahsen mushrooms (garlic mushrooms to you and I) marinated with ginger, lime, green chillis, herbs and spices), paneer tikka (cheese, gorgeous and spicy hot), seekh tikka, and chicken tikka.

Working our way through the above settled us in to what we ordered next, platter number two, actually. It was a beautiful light dish of Maschbiran, exactly as described and as the fish required, mild mannered with a hint of spice.

The restaurant was by now filling up; the early dinner was clearly popular and a winner here on the Great North Road.

With at least 15 tables now occupied, it

looked exceptionally busy by our standards, although Bosh enthused “just a slow start for us”.

After a little (much needed) break, we ventured on to our mains, Chicken Jalfrezi for me and Chicken Shashlik for the lovely Samantha. Both were beautiful, the Jalfrezi was hotter than I had experienced but manageable all the same.

The succulent pieces of chicken, off the bone for both meals was just simply heaven, marinated for as long as possible in spices and then cooked in their own individual sauces.

My second lovely fellow diner’s Murgh Kalia was both hot AND spicy, I didn’t hear a murmur from her for what seemed a couple of minutes and I couldn’t work out if she was savouring the moment or the heat was getting the better of her. Apparently it was a mixture of both, she told me, when she managed to get her brain and tastebuds used to the heat, she certainly wasn’t complaining.

The only choice left to make now was who was going to drive back down the M1, we were all thoroughly contented and full.

Bookings are advisable.

Yash Great North Road Nottinghamshire, DN22 8QS Tel: 01777 949013 http://yashrestaurant.co.uk

At a glance: ★ Compact but varied menu ★ Contemporary decor ★ Commutable location

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AWARD WINNING RESTAURANT Winners of the 2019 Eastside Restaurant Awards

“I’m Chintana, most people know me as Ton. I grew up in a village not far from the city of Ratchuburi in Thailand. I started cooking at a young age and used to cook for all my family.

Mai Dang was my first restaurant I opened when I was 18 years old. Six Years later, I met my husband and we decided to start a family in Doncaster.

Then this gave me the opportunity to open the first Thai Restaurant in Doncaster, The Bangkok Thai Restaurant.

Ten years of running a successful business, we wanted to expand and we decided to open the Bangkok Royal Elephant. Now we’re starting a new chapter by opening the only Thai Restaurant in Doncaster, Thai At The Sal.”

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Book your evening table for pre-theatre or pre-cinema meals To start it off we have two evenings of entertainment on the 6th & 7th August with donations going to Doncaster Pride

Doncaster’s Newest licensed Coffee House Located on Printing Office Street, opposite the new Flannels store, we are a 2 minute walk from The Frenchgate shopping centre, Cast theatre & Doncaster Railway Station.

Our mission is to provide an independently run, quality & sociable hub for the people of Doncaster & visitors to the area.

We serve families and individuals, and with charging USB ports stationed throughout the restaurant, we can ensure we always cater for your business lunch requirements.

We open our doors at 8am to our breakfast/brunch menu, our afternoon tea is a cornucopia of delicious delicacies served with or without Prosecco and our burger & pasta menus offer a wide & tasty choice for all.

Whether you’re on a shopping spree, a spare lunch hour or simply searching for a new dining experience, The Glass Strawberry in Doncaster town centre is the perfect place for you.

It’s casual, colourful & has a cup of tea or coffee to cater all taste buds.

Sit down & feel relaxed knowing that your needs will be catered for, whether you’re vegan, coeliac, or just coffee & cake obsessed… and don’t worry to ask the staff for advice because they just want you to enjoy everything to the fullest.

Come & make Printing Office Street a place busy & bursting with love.

NEW OPENING HOURS: Monday - Wednesday 8am - 5pm Thursday - Saturday 8am - 8pm Sundays 10am - 4pm 48-50 Printing Office Street, Doncaster, DN1 1TR Tel: 01302 365027

www.theglassstrawberry.co.uk #Theglassstrawberry #doncastersbestkeptsecret

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Sail away this summer Whether you’re dressing up or dressing down, these stylish purchases are perfect for the season.

Tickled Pink stocks wedding dresses from designers including Maggie Sottero, Ronald Joyce, Ellis Bridals, Romantica of Devon, Kelsey Rose White and LouLou Bridal. 2-4 Manor Road, Hatfield, Doncaster, DN7 6SB Tel: 01302 842234. www.tickledpinkbridal.co.uk

Barkers ‘Berry’ Derby shoe in Terra Suede £295. Shoe Room, 8 Priory Walk, Doncaster, DN1 1TS. Tel: 01302 360985. www.theshoeroomdoncaster.com

Guide London mustard textured knitted polo £65.

Revolver, 30 South Parade, Bawtry, Doncaster, DN10 6JH. Tel: 01302 710710. www.revolvermenswear.co.uk

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FASHION

Marella crepe blouse £110

Summer collections now in store and online at Harpers Fashion. harpersfashion.com

Robinsons of Bawtry, 2 South Parade, Bawtry, Doncaster, DN10 6JH. Tel: 01302 711477. robinsonsofbawtry.com

Emporio Armani cotton shirt with allover jacquard lettering, now £66

Tissot, PR 100 with a 38mm stainless steel case and black leather strap featuring a date function and a black dial. £265. HL Brown, 18 St Sepulchre Gate, Doncaster, DN1 1TB. Tel: 01302 342589. www.hl-brown.co.uk

Joseph Ribkoff is perfect for any occasion.

Tiffany, 10 Cleveland Street, Doncaster, DN1 3EF. Tel: 01302 340662. www.tiffanyfashion.co.uk

Thom Browne matte black oval-frame sunglasses £605.

Available from Harvey Nichols. www.harveynichols.com

Summer styles in store at Chique, 40 Mill Street, Armthorpe, Doncaster, DN3 3DL. Tel: 01302 30002

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TICKLED PINK Bridalwear Bridesmaids Mother of the bride Marc Darcy & Cavani Menswear 2-4 Manor Rd, Hatfield, Doncaster South Yorkshire, DN7 6SB T: 01302 842234 E: shop@tickledpinkbridal.co.uk

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Monday to Friday 9:30am - 5pm Saturday 9am - 5pm

BRINGING THE MODERN WOMAN A WHOLE NEW RANGE OF EDGY, STYLISH AND SOPHISTICATED CLOTHING Stocking brands Fransa • Numph • Ichi • B. Young • Soaked in Luxury • Eb & Ive • Haven • Saint Tropez Pieces • YAS • Object • Selected Femme • Caprice • Alpe • Bugatti Sugarhill Brighton • Pilgrim Jewellery • Ortigia Sicilia • Elizabeth Scarlett • Roka London Bags

19 Market Place, Tickhill DN11 9LX www.angilouboutique.co.uk

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Etc…Etc…Etc… Jewellery, gifts and home accessories

Open 7 days a week

etcbawtry

www.etchomeandgifts.co.uk Market Place, Bawtry 01302 714550

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Tickhill

Your shops need you...

Visit these buzzing regional retail centres and show your support.

BAWTRY This quaint market town is often referred to as the jewel in Doncaster’s crown, thanks to its high volume of independent stores, each offering something unique and special. From designer boutiques, to luxury homeware, you will find everything you need either on High Street, Market Place, Swan Street, Dower House Square or The Courtyard.

TICKHILL Whether you are on the lookout for that perfect dress, that thoughtful gift or even a piece of art, the quaint historical backdrop of this village makes this a special shopping trip. Explore the main areas of St Mary’s Court, Castlegate, the Market Place and Buttercross Court, and be sure to check out the side streets for some brilliant hidden boutiques and shops.

ARMTHORPE Once an area well-known for its coal-mining industry in the 19th and 20th centuries, this urban area remains an affluent part of Doncaster owing to its resident community and abundance of shops and businesses. You will now find a mix of boutiques, a furniture shop, pet store and supermarket to name a few.

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The Courtyard in Bawtry

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SHOPPING WHEATLEY RETAIL PARK

Doncaster town centre

Offers a range of the UK’s favourite stores for fashion, homeware and food, so whether you’re looking to do your weekly shopping, or pick up a fashion bargain, you’ll find everything you need at the shopping centre on Wheatley Hall Road.

WICKERSLEY Away from the bustling centre of Rotherham, Wickersley is a lovely little haven, home to some unique and charming boutiques, as well as big brand stores. A small selection of shops and restaurants can be found in The Courtyard whilst The Tanyard plays host to the majority of the high street brands.

DONCASTER CENTRE The town centre features a wide selection of craft shops, designer boutiques as well as major high street names. The market is particularly impressive and has been at the heart of the town for many years. With some 400 shops, stalls and stands, it’s easy to see why.

FRENCHGATE CENTRE If you’re after famous high street names, Frenchgate Centre at the heart of Doncaster is the place to go. As one of the region’s biggest and most popular retail outlets, the shopping centre is one of the most popular destinations for some retail therapy.

LAKESIDE VILLAGE OUTLET With over 45 famous name stores offering up to 60 per cent off the recommended retail price, you are sure to find a bargain at Lakeside Village. A wide range of men’s, women’s and children’s fashions and footwear, plus gifts, homeware, cosmetics and accessories all await you – and at unbelievably low prices.

EPWORTH Away from the bustling city centre, you will find the low-key shopping area of Epworth. Brimming with fantastic, independent shops and a wonderful mix of jewellery boutiques, homeware shops, delicatessens and a sweet shop, there is something to suit everyone.

ROTHERHAM CENTRE With over 400 stores and a pedestrianised centre with plenty of parking, Rotherham is the top choice for many shop-a-holics looking for high street favourites, as well as a whole host of specialist shops. The market, open six days a week, is also a popular destination.

FURTHER AFIELD… MARSHALL’S YARD The award-winning Marshall’s Yard in Gainsborough provides an excellent alternative to larger shopping centres. With 32 stores, ranging from well-known names to local outlets, to a restaurant, coffee shop and health club, there’s plenty to keep you occupied all day long.

RETFORD Like many towns and villages in the area, Retford is home to a great market. The historic market square has been a popular trading place since at least the 12th century, and today you’ll find a mix of well-known and independent stores.

WORKSOP The focal point of Worksop as a shopping destination is the Priory Shopping Centre. It offers a great mix of national and independent retailers in a modern shopping environment.

The town centre also boasts a wide variety of shops, cafes and pubs and has a lively street market on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

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Yorkshire Wildlife Park

There’s a world waiting to be discovered Whether you’re planning a day trip or a short break, our region is filled with lots of things to see and do.

GALLERIES, MUSEUMS & ATTRACTIONS BOSTON PARK FARM

LIMITED 2 ART

Bawtry Road, Doncaster, DN7 6DS. Tel: 01302 844818 www.bostonpark.com

17 Market Place, Bawtry, Doncaster, DN10 6JL Tel: 01302 711189 www.limited2art.com

CONISBOROUGH CASTLE Castle Hill, Conisbrough, Doncaster, DN12 3BU Tel: 01709 863329 / www.english-heritage.org.uk

RUFFORD ABBEY COUNTRY PARK Ollerton, NG22 9DF Tel: 01623 821338 www.english-heritage.org.uk

Tel: 01709 860293 www.riverboatcruises.co.uk

GRAVES ART GALLERY SUNDOWN ADVENTURELAND Treswell Road, Rampton, Retford, DN22 0HX Tel: 01777 248274 sundownadventureland.co.uk

TROPICAL BUTTERFLY HOUSE

DONCASTER MUSEUM & ART GALLERY

SHERWOOD FOREST

Chequer Road, Doncaster, DN1 2AE. Tel: 01302 734293 www.doncaster.gov.uk

Edwinstowe, Nottinghamshire, NG21 9RN www.visitsherwood.co.uk

Woodsetts Road, North Anston, Sheffield, S25 4EQ Tel: 01909 569416 www.butterflyhouse.co.uk

THE HARLEY GALLERY

SPROTBROUGH RIVERBOAT

YORKSHIRE WILDLIFE PARK

Sprotbrough Lock, Doncaster, DN5 7RF

Brockholes Lane, Branton, Doncaster, DN3 3NH Tel: 01302 535057 www.yorkshirewildlifepark.co.uk

Welbeck, Worksop, S80 3LW Tel: 01909 501700. www.harleygallery.co.uk

Conisborough Castle

SHEFFIELD SHEFFIELD

YORK, YORK,HARROGATE HARROGATE&& NORTH NORTHYORKSHIRE YORKSHIRE FLAMINGO LAND Kirby Misperton, Malton, North Yorkshire, YO17 6UX Tel: 0800 408884 www.flamingoland.co.uk

Surrey Street, Sheffield, S1 1XZ Tel: 0114 278 2600 www.museums-sheffield.org.uk

KELHAM ISLAND INDUSTRIAL MUSEUM Alma Street, Sheffield, S3 8RY Tel: 0114 272 2106 www.simt.co.uk

MILLENNIUM GALLERIES Arundel Gate, Sheffield, S1 2PP Tel: 0114 278 2600 www.museums-sheffield.org.uk

NATIONAL EMERGENCY SERVICES MUSEUM Old Police/Fire Station, West Bar, Sheffield, S3 8PT Tel: 0114 249 1999 www.emergencymuseum.org.uk

NATIONAL VIDEOGAME MUSEUM Castle House, Angel Street, Sheffield, S3 8LN Tel: 0114 321 0299 www.thenvm.org

WESTON PARK MUSEUM LIGHTWATER VALLEY North Stainley, Ripon, HG4 3HT Tel: 01765 635321 www.lightwatervalley.co.uk

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Western Bank, Sheffield, S10 2TP Tel: 0114 278 2600 www.museums-sheffield.org

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SEEING & DOING

GARDENS, PARKS & ESTATES BRODSWORTH HALL Brodsworth, Doncaster, DN5 7XJ Tel: 01302 722598 www.englishheritage.org.uk

CLUMBER PARK Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S80 3AZ Tel: 01909 476592 www.nationaltrust.org.uk

CONISBROUGH CASTLE Castle Hill, Conisbrough, Doncaster, DN12 3BU Tel: 01709 863329 www.englishheritage.org.uk

CRESWELL CRAGS Crags Road, Welbeck, Worksop, S80 3LH Tel: 01909 720378 www.creswellcrags.org.uk

ELLICAR GARDENS Carr Road, Gringley on the Hill, Doncaster, DN10 4SN Tel: 01777 817218 www.ellicargardens.co.uk

ROTHER VALLEY COUNTRY PARK Mansfield Road, Wales Bar, Sheffield, S26 5PQ Tel: 0114 247 1452 www.rvcp.co.uk

SUNNYBANK GARDEN CENTRE & ICE CREAM PARLOUR Bawtry Road, Hatfield Woodhouse, Doncaster, DN7 6PH Tel: 01302 842954 www.visitdoncaster.com

YORKSHIRE SCULPTURE PARK West Bretton, Wakefield, WF4 4LG Tel: 01924 832631 www.ysp.co.uk

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Will the panto return at Christmas? Oh yes it will ©Alex & Janet Durasow

LIVE MUSIC, ENTERTAINMENT & THEATRE BAWTRY PHOENIX THEATRE

DONCASTER LITTLE THEATRE

Station Road, Bawtry, Doncaster, DN10 6PT Tel: 01302 710825 www.bawtrytheatre.co.uk

1 King Street off East Laith Gate, Doncaster, DN1 1JD Tel: 01302 340422 www.doncasterlittletheatre.co.uk

CAST

KEEPMOAT STADIUM

Waterdale, Doncaster, DN1 3BU Tel: 01302 303959 www.castindoncaster.com

Stadium Way, Doncaster, DN4 5JW Tel: 01302 762560 Ticket office: 01302 762576 www.keepmoatstadium.com

CAST Doncaster

ROTHERHAM CIVIC THEATRE Catherine Street, Rotherham, S65 1EB Tel: 01709 823621 www.rotherhamtheatres.co.uk

THE RETFORD MAJESTIC THEATRE Coronation Street, Retford, DN22 6DX Tel: 01777 706866 www.majesticretford.com

SPECTATOR SPORTS HORSE RACING DONCASTER RACECOURSE Leger Way, Doncaster, DN2 6BB Tel: 01302 304200 www.doncasterracecourse.com

YORK RACECOURSE Tadcaster Road, York, YO23 1EX Tel: 01904 620911 www.yorkracecourse.co.uk

WETHERBY RACECOURSE Wetherby LS22 5EJ Tel: 01937 582035 www.wetherbyracing.co.uk

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SEEING & DOING GYMS, SPORTS & FITNESS CENTRES BAWTRY HEALTH & FITNESS CENTRE 4 Church Walk, Bawtry, DN10 6JD. Tel: 01302 711152 www.bawtrygym.co.uk

THE DOME Bawtry Road, Doncaster, DN4 7PD. Tel: 01302 370777 www.dclt.co.uk

NUFFIELD HEALTH FITNESS & WELLBEING CENTRE Sidings Court, White Rose Way, Doncaster, DN4 5NU Tel: 01302 639140 www.nuffieldhealth.com

TR SPORTS Thomas Rotherham College, Moorgate, Rotherham, S60 2BE. Tel: 01709 300700

www.trsports.co.uk

ANGLING & WATER SPORTS BARNBURGH LAKES Ludwell Hill, Barnburgh, Doncaster, DN5 7EE Tel: 07714 765488 / 07752 528086 www.barnburghlakes.co.uk

THRYBERGH COUNTRY PARK Doncaster Road, Thrybergh, Rotherham, S65 4NU Tel: 01709 850353

HATFIELD WATER PARK

ULLEY COUNTRY PARK

Old Thorne Road, Doncaster, DN7 6EQ. Tel: 01302 841572

Pleasely Road, Aughton, Sheffield, S26 3XL

GOLF

SPAS

DONCASTER GOLF CLUB

TRUFFLE LODGE

278 Bawtry Road, Bessacarr, Doncaster, DN4 7PD Tel: 01302 865632 www.doncastergolfclub.co. uk

STYRRUP HALL GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Styrrup Road, Doncaster, DN11 8NB Tel: 01302 759933 www.styrruphall.co.uk

Trundle Lane, Fishlake, Doncaster, DN7 5LN Tel: 01302 842222 www.trufflelodge.co.uk

SPA AT YE OLDE BELL Great North Road, Barnby Moor, Retford, DN22 8QS Tel: 01777 705121 www.yeoldebellhotel.co.uk/spa

OWSTON PARK GOLF COURSE

FLYING HIGH

Owston Lane, Carcroft, Doncaster, DN6 8EF Tel: 01302 330821

HUMMINGBIRD HELICOPTERS

Brecks Road, Retford, DN22 7UA Tel: 01777 703733 www.retfordgolfclub.co.uk

Hanger 3, Fourth Avenue, Robin Hood Airport, Doncaster, DN9 3GE Tel: 01302 802221 www.hummingbirdhelicopters. co.uk

DONCASTER TOWN MOOR GOLF CLUB

HORSE RIDING

RETFORD GOLF CLUB

Bawtry Road, Doncaster, DN4 5HU Tel: 01302 533167 www.doncastertownmoor golfclub.co.uk

HORSE WORLD North View Farm, Bawtry Road, Doncaster, DN11 9HA Tel: 01302 751698 www.horse-world.co.uk

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UKBullion

Dealers in quality watches & diamonds

Tel: 0114 2664040

339-341 Ecclesall Rd, Sheffield S11 8PF Lots of gorgeous new stock in to greet all you lovely customers, we are packed to the rafters with new styles and so ready for weddings, prom wear, holiday kaftans and lots more.

With new brands on board you’ll be spoilt for choice and the colours are just amazing for this season Our sale room is also full of fabulous bargains!

We have some stunning wedding outfits with an array of fascinators to choose from.

We have over 350 prom dress designs in store and ready to take on the day!

Better still we have reduced 80% of our prom for 2021 we won’t be beaten on price.

Appointments are essential to avoid disappointment

WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ALL ONCE AGAIN IN STORE AND TO DRESSING YOU IN THE MOST BEAUTIFUL OUTFITS

Chique, 40 Mill Street, Armthorpe, Doncaster, DN3 3DL Tel: 01302 300022 chiqueboutique.co.uk

Like us on Facebook: Chique Doncaster

PROM • RACEWEAR • CASUAL • HOLIDAY WEAR • OCCASION WEAR

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EASTSIDE GUIDE 2021 ESPA Positivity Pulse Point Oil, 9ml, £21 ESPA’s Positivity Pulse Point Oil is a portable “pick-meup”, allowing you to carry wellness in your handbag.

Apply on your pulse points and inhale the aroma, for an instant uplift throughout the day. It’s the perfect size to carry wherever you go.

Sisley Restorative Hand Cream, 75ml, £68 Nourish, restore and protect your hands, nails and cuticles with the Restorative Hand Cream from Sisley. The luxurious formula is enriched with plant-base sugar, chestnut extract and biosaccharide solution to help aide skin hydration. This is one handy product you’ll be reaching in your bag for, all year round.

Sarah Chapman Glow, 50ml, £64 Indulge in a spa-like experience in the comfort of your home with Sarah Chapman’s Glow Illuminating Elixir. Formulated to protect the skin from UV and blue light pollution, this illuminating serum promotes a healthier and more glowing complexion.

Foreo Luna 3 Plus For Sensitive Skin, £219 The realm of facial fitness has grown largely over the past couple of years and one front runner product is the Foreo Luna. Guaranteed to deliver the ultimate cleanse without being harsh on your skin, this new-and-improved tool now includes 8 thermal touchpoints to help melt away impurities, and uses targeted microcurrent technology to lift, firm and tighten your skin.

Beauty wellness Give yourself a daily lift with our edit of wellness beauty from Harvey Nichols.

Featuring luxurious lip balms, illuminating serums and night-time must-haves, this mood-boosting collection will enhance your wellbeing and soothe your body and soul.

Slip Silk Sleep Mask, £50 Ensure you have a soft and comfortable night’s sleep with this Silk Sleep Mask from Slip. The thick, soft and durable mask helps to reduce creases and keeps the skin looking young. Crafted with an outer layer, pure silk filler and internal liner, the silk mask provides a comfortable night’s sleep.

Harvey Nichols Wellness Hamper, £200 Soothe the body and soul with the Harvey Nichols Wellness Hamper. Featuring the ultimate in self-care, this collection of products has been hand-picked by our beauty experts to enhance wellbeing and ensure a restful moment of calm.

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HEALTH & BEAUTY This Works Sleep Plus+ Pillow Spray, 75ml, £29 The Sleep Plus+ Pillow Spray from This Works is your one way ticket to a restful night’s sleep.

Improving on the bestselling formula, Sleep Plus+ has been created to offer an even more intense aromatherapy experience. Harnessing the power of microencapsulation technology allows for a motion-activated delivery of the sleep fragrance throughout the night. Each time a restless sleeper moves, the fragrance is released with the same levels of potency, helping you to have a longer and more restful night’s sleep.

La Mer The Lip Balm, £52 Transform your lips with The Lip Balm from La Mer. The velveteen balm has a hint of mint to calm, restore and condition your lips with the most tender touch.

Helping to soften dryness, by nourishing, restoring and supporting the skin’s natural moisture barrier to help prevent the appearance of further environmental damage.

111Skin Sub Zero De-Puffing Energy Facial Mask, £20 Formulated to help overcome the physical effects caused by stress and fatigue, 111Skin’s two-piece Seb Zero DePuffing Energy Facial Mask transforms dull and lacklustre skin to appear more toned, treated and fully energised.

Sunday Riley Luna Sleeping Night Oil, 15ml, £45 Looking to improve the signs of aging? Achieve visibly younger looking skin overnight with Sunday Riley’s Luna Sleeping Night Oil. The overnight oil is packed with trans-retinoic acid which reduces the appearance of pores and wrinkles, so that skin appears visibly youthful and luminous in the morning.

Charlotte Tilbury Charlotte’s Magic Cream Moisturiser SPF15, 50ml, £75 Formulated by celebrity makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury, Charlotte’s Magic Cream Containing hyaluronic acid, vitamins C and E, aloe vera, shea butter, are combined to brighten and even the skin tone while nourishing, softening and toning your complexion.

Pixi In-Shower Steam Facial 135ml, £18 This In-Shower Steam Facial from Pixi transforms gel into oil when massaged onto skin to nourish and deeply cleanse. The self-heating action opens pores to improve the effects of this detoxifying and revitalising mask. Your skin will be left feeling beautifully soft, balances and toned.

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EM

COVID-19 Travel Testing

Elements Medical 81 Thorne Road Doncaster DN1 2ES

01302 34 34 32 info@elements.org.uk www.elements.org.uk

Leaving The UK Fit to Fly with Travel Certificate Some countries require a negative COVID-19 test prior to travel. Use one of our fit to fly tests below, to receive an internationally accepted Fit to Fly Certificate, from a government listed COVID-19 testing facility.

Please check which test is accepted by your country of destination before booking, at www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

BOOK an ‘in-clinic’ Test

BUY an ‘at-home’ Test

Returning to The UK Quarantine-Free Travel

NB: Information correct at time submission 17/07/2021

Uk residents who have been fully vaccinated for more than 14-days, through the NHS vaccine rollout programme, will no longer have to self-isolate on return to England after visiting a country on the amber list, with the exception of France.

All passengers will be required to take a pre-departure test, demonstrating they are negative before they travel, and a PCR test on or before day 2 when they land. NB: Day-5 PCR Test to Release and Day-8 PCR tests also available at Elements Medical.

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The test can be taken any time during the 72hrs prior to the start of the return journey.

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To buy our travel pack and save money, scan the QR code with the camera on your phone and open the webpage link which appears at the top of the screen

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Worksop College Preparatory School & Ranby House

Early advantage These leading independent schools, nurseries and colleges can give your child the best possible start in life.

Thomas Rotherham College

DONCASTER, ROTHERHAM & NORTH NOTTS CAVENDISH HOUSE PRIVATE NURSERY

LOVERSALL FARM DAY NURSERY

Cavendish Court, South Parade, Doncaster, DN1 2DJ Tel: 01302 811111 www.cavendishnursery doncaster.com

Loversall Farm, Loversall, Doncaster, DN11 9DD Tel: 01302 311000 Email: info@ loversallfarmdaynursery.co.uk www.loversallfarmdaynursery. co.uk

HILL HOUSE SCHOOL

Hill House School

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Sixth Avenue, Auckley, Doncaster, DN9 3GG Tel: 01302 776300 Email: info@hillhouse.doncaster.sch.uk www.hillhouse.doncaster.sch.uk

SMALL WORLD DAY NURSERY Townend Farm, 70 High Street, Hatfield, Doncaster, DN7 6RY Tel: 01302 844485

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LEARNING DONCASTER, ROTHERHAM & NORTH NOTTS

Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate

Email: info@hatfieldnursery.co.uk www.doncasternurseries. co.uk

ST. MARY’S DAY NURSERY 65 Bawtry Road, Bessacarr, Doncaster, DN4 7AD Tel: 01302 532700 Email: info@ bessacarrnursery.co.uk www.doncasternurseries.co.uk

SYCAMORE HALL PREPARATORY SCHOOL 1 Hall Flat Lane, Balby, Doncaster, DN4 8PT Tel: 01302 856800

THOMAS ROTHERHAM COLLEGE Moorgate Road, Rotherham, S60 2BE. Tel: 01709 300600 Email: info@trc.ac.uk www.trc.ac.uk

TRINITY ACADEMY Church Balk, Thorne, Doncaster, DN8 5BY Tel: 01405 813000 Email: enquiries@ trinityacademy.org.uk www.trinity-academy.org.uk

WORKSOP COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL & RANBY HOUSE Ranby House, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 8HX Tel: 01777 703138 www.wsnl.co.uk

SHEFFIELD & DERBYSHIRE BARLBOROUGH HALL SCHOOL

Trinity Academy

LEEDS, HARROGATE & YORK

Barlborough Park, Barlborough, S43 4TJ Tel: 01246 810511 www.msmcollege.com/ barlborough-hall-school

BARNSLEY COLLEGE Church Street, Barnsley S70 2AX Tel: 01226 216216 www.barnsley.ac.uk

QUEEN ETHELBURGA’S COLLEGIATE

MOUNT ST MARY’S COLLEGE

Thorpe Underwood Hall, Ouseburn, York, YO26 9SS Tel: 01423 333300 Email: info@qe.org www.qe.org

College Road, Spinkhill, Derbyshire, S21 3YL Tel: 01246 433388 Email: admissions@ msmcollege.com www.msmcollege.com

Mount St Mary’s

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PROMOTION

A unique school model for success THE FOUR SCHOOLS AT QUEEN ETHELBURGA’S COLLEGIATE ARE DESIGNED TO MAINTAIN A NURTURING FAMILY ATMOSPHERE AND SENSE OF INDIVIDUALITY. et in more than 220 acres of beautiful North Yorkshire countryside in a secure rural location, and under 2.5 hours from the capital by train, Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate welcomes girls and boys aged from 3 months and support them through four schools - Chapter House (3 months to Year 5), King’s Magna (Year 6 to 9), The College and The Faculty (both Year 10 to 13).

This unique model made up of four smaller schools is designed to maintain a nurturing family atmosphere and sense of individuality, with each school having their own Heads and staff teams.

King’s Magna is Queen Ethelburga’s middle school, supporting the transition between the Collegiate’s primary education at Chapter House and the demands of GCSEs. This supportive, vibrant and caring school environment ensures students can grow and mature into their teenage years with confidence.Visitors often comment that there is a ‘palpable sense of respect’ between students and staff, and amongst students themselves.

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of Queen Ethelburga’s, comments: “Our King’s Magna students set the example for the rest of the Collegiate to follow with their capacity to excel in times of change, and their determination to make the best of their interests, skills and talents. We expect a great deal and they rise to the challenge, whether that be developing their independence, their motivation, their personal and social skills, or their achievements.

“No longer the Chapter House age class-based children, not yet the public exam, career and skills developing senior school students; our King’s Magna students develop the foundations for future success with their academic studies, their broad range of activities

and interests, and above all else their infectious enthusiasm in all that they take on.

“We have developed our own curriculum which is relevant, challenging and engaging for our learners. Our innovative, modern programmes of study foster curiosity and equip students with the skills and knowledge they need to move seamlessly to our College or Faculty at the end of Year 9.”

The Queen Ethelburga’s Admissions Team can provide further information and help arrange a visit to see for yourself what makes them so special.Visit www.qe.org or email admissions@qe.org

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Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate An Excellent rated (ISI) school welcoming children aged 3 months to 19 years.

Find out how we can help support your child to achieve their aspirations in our unique prep, middle and senior four-school model.

Call to arrange a private tour or join us at our next open day on 2 October 2021. www.qe.org

Shortlisted for Independent School of the Year for Performing Arts and Independent Prep School of the Year.

“To be the best that I can, with the gifts that I have.” www.qe.org | admissions@qe.org | 01423 333330 | York YO26 9SS

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MOTORING

Looking to the future

Look sharp There’s new looks and more in this month’s motoring round-up.

Raising the bar The new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé is a car that delivers on so many fronts, combining sporting elegance with driving pleasure and, with five full-size seats, a roomy cabin and a versatile luggage area.

BMW has really raised the bar; like its recently updated BMW 4 Series siblings, the third body variant in the range adopts the brand’s new design language, along with a refined premium ambience in the cabin and a wide array of innovations in the areas of control/operation and connectivity.

Four doors, five full-size seats, a large wide-opening boot and a versatile luggage compartment also ensures the new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé retains its characteristic strengths in both everyday driving and on longer trips.

A trio of petrol engines will be available along with a choice of rear-wheel drive or xDrive diesel models.

It will be launched in November and is priced from £40,465 OTR.

Kia’s popular Sportage has been given a facelift - the fifthgeneration model looks to the future with a sleek yet muscular and modern exterior design whilst the cutting-edge interior blends ergonomic layout and the latest tech innovations to create an inspiring space.

Revealed earlier this year to great acclaim from the design community, Kia’s new design philosophy – Opposites United – is at the core of the all-new Sportage, influencing every aspect of its appearance and character. These principles will influence all future Kia designs, giving them the same basic DNA. The interior really impresses too with a panoramic curved display, which forms the nucleus of the Sportage’s bold but sophisticated cabin. The high-tech touchscreen pad along with the advanced integrated controller act as the nerve centre for driver and passenger connectivity, functionality and usability needs. Both systems have been created to be easy-to-use, highly intuitive and soft to touch.

It will be released in the UK in September.

Rally inspiration Looking for something small, nippy and affordable? Well, Hyundai’s all-new i20 N delivers World Rally Championshipinspired styling and performance from just £24,995.

It builds on the strengths of the company’s renowned, performance focussed N brand and the success of the recently launched all new i20.

The i20 N blends prodigious power, pin-sharp handling and an immersive driving experience with motorsport-inspired styling, cutting edge connect and infotainment technology and advanced safety features into a practical, five-door hatchback format perfect for every day driving.

Performance comes courtesy of a new generation 1.6 T-GDi turbocharged flat power four-cylinder engine, which produces 204PS and 275 Nm of torque. Hyundai’s advanced flat power technology delivers more torque and power at lower engine revs to effortlessly utilise more of the engine’s potential in everyday driving situations.

Stiff competition Based on a brand new platform, the new Nissan Qashqai succeeds in reconciling the challenging customer demands in terms of design, spaciousness, dynamics and carbon footprint.

A stiffer bodyshell and reworked steering are just two notable changes to the Qashqai which will be available with with two different powertrain options, a 1.3-litre petrol with mild hybrid, which is offered with two outputs.

The 12V ALiS (Advanced Lithium-ion battery System) mild hybrid system provides torque assist, extended idle stop, quick restart and coasting stop (Xtronic only), with improvements to both fuel economy and CO2 output.

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Northern charm

Areas of Doncaster, Rotherham and North Nottinghamshire remain property hotspots – particularly for buyers from outside the area, writes Martin Edwards. f you live in Doncaster and its surroundings, chances are you’re worth quite a chunk more than you were this time last year.

Research shows that house prices in the region rose by an average 8.4 per cent year on year this summer – and there’s every chance that the rate of increase will spiral even further.

Most estate agents report that demand is unprecedented, with properties in the most sought-after areas often being quickly bid up to 30 per cent more than the asking price.

The principal reason, they say, is merely a question of supply and demand. They simply can’t get enough houses to sell. The pandemic discouraged many would-be relocators from making further long-term financial commitments such as moving to a better or bigger home. After all, it was hard to be positive about the future when your job might be on the line at any time.

But there were other forces at work. And if the trend continues, we could be in for period not only of change in the housing market, but in the cultural make-up of the city.

So don’t be surprised if your newly-arrived neighbours greet

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you with a chirpy Gregg Wallace-style “Wotcher mate! Arrs it goin’ then?” That’s right, the Londoners are on the move.

That pesky pandemic is to blame, again. For if all those months of lockdown taught us anything, it was that it’s perfectly possible to continue working efficiently and effectively by practically never setting foot in the office.

Home working worked for us. Whether or not it is something beneficial to us for other reasons is not an argument for here.

What isn’t in dispute is the simple maths of the issue.

The average commute for Londoners is 74 minutes, much of that time spent standing on overcrowded trains. The fast service to London from Doncaster takes not significantly more, say 104 minutes. One senior executive told us how she quite easily arrives at her desk in London by 10am, something she does two or three times a week. She commented: “The core problem is our London-centric economy. If businesses in London moved out to other cities, where they would have cheaper running costs, for example lower rent, and a smaller wage bill (thanks to lower house prices and living costs) then it would give the capital breathing space. It would reduce the

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LIVING demand on all infrastructure, transport included, and crucially, it would allow those working in London on a lower wage the opportunity to continue living there without being priced out of the housing market. It would also improve the economies of the provincial cities, like Sheffield and Doncaster.”

It will be interesting to see whether the logic is persuasive Simon Barton Hunters to those thinking of moving as Estate Agents Bawtry we near 2022. As is stands, the gulf between Doncaster, with its average £167,000 house price and that of London, which stands at £599,000 remains a yawning gap.

An influx of Londoners could only mean good news for those who stand to benefit most from rising house prices.

Simon Barton of Hunters estate agents in Bawtry, feels the London factor is somewhat overplayed. But he is unequivocal about the current state of the market.

“It is, in a word, bonkers. Prices are increasing at a rate not seen since the mad market of the eighties. As soon as a property comes up for sale, we will be inundated with inquiries. That’s the case at every price level.

“The rises are being driven by one thing, and that’s shortage of supply. As to where it will end, it’s hard to say.

But affordability has to come into it sooner or later.”

Emily Bradford, of Blenheim Park Estates, echoed these sentiments: “We are now halfway through 2021, and what a

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“The number of new clients that have registered with us this year has almost doubled from the previous year. What is interesting is a large number of purchasers are not from the local area, showing how much relocation to South Yorkshire is taking place.

“Strong competition for properties across many parts of the city and surrounding areas has driven up prices, with some purchasers paying a premium well in excess of any tax saving provided by the stamp duty holiday.

“Given the strength of demand being linked to the change in people’s circumstances and lifestyle priorities, we foresee a positive outlook for the market over the next months, even after the stamp duty holiday has finished.”

Bawtry is a popular location with good commuter access

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PROMOTION

A view to thrill EMERALD PROPERTY DEVELOPMENTS AND HUNTERS ESTATE AGENTS BAWTRY ARE WORKING TOGETHER TO BRING YOU A SUPERB COLLECTION OF LUXURY HOMES. ocated just five miles south of Bawtry and with easy access to the A1 and M1, Breck View, in Mattersey Thorpe, is an exciting new development with something for everyone. Built by Emerald Property Developments and marketed by Hunters Estate Agents Bawtry, the development offers a superb collection of 17 two, three, four and five-bedroom homes. It’s an outstanding choice for commuting professionals.

The bustling market town of Bawtry has been the gateway to Yorkshire ever since Roman times, later becoming an essential resting point for travellers making their way from London to York and Edinburgh. Today, it has a vibrant cafe culture and has been described as ‘Yorkshire’s Little Chelsea’.

Bawtry hosts a range of popular annual events.You can discover the latest trends during the annual Bawtry Fashion Week.

You will have the chance for a flutter during the Visit Bawtry race day at the nearby Doncaster Racecourse.

Otherwise, you might enjoy an afternoon of retail therapy at the gift and interior shops of the historic market town.

Enjoyable days can be finished with a variety of international cuisines served at the numerous local restaurants.

If you fancy a day in the city, Sheffield is just a short drive. The city has benefited from major investment and redevelopment in recent years; with attractions such as the Millennium Gallery and Winter Garden bringing in visitors from far and wide. Time can be spent perusing the independent shops and boutiques in the city centre. And the popular Meadowhall shopping centre features a wide variety of well-known retail outlets.

The fun continues well into the evening, with craft ales being served at the microbreweries and bands playing at the popular music venues. Sheffield also boasts the largest theatre complex outside London, with the Crucible Theatre, Lyceum Theatre, and Crucible Studio hosting a variety of west-end shows and musicals. Major events such as the Snooker World Championships and Christmas markets are held annually.

It’s not difficult to escape the crowds, with a wide range of walking routes to explore in the surrounding Yorkshire countryside.You can while away your time beside the tranquil waters of Danehill Lakes or enjoy stunning walks through the local woodlands.

Breck View is well located for school catchment with four three-star Ofsted rated primary schools in close proximity as well as six three- and four-star Ofsted rated secondary schools.

There are five house types available to purchase, with prices starting from £235,000. The Bluebells offers twobedroom accommodation in either a semi-detached or terraced style and features a spacious living/dining area, separate kitchen, ample storage/study and a single car drive.

The Chestnut, priced from £485,000, offers four bedrooms with an open plan kitchen, bi-fold doors to the garden, main bedroom en-suite, utility, downstairs storage and downstairs WC, and a double garage with electric doors.

The three-bedroom Silver Birch bungalow properties, priced from £445,000, also have open plan kitchens, living and dining areas, bi-fold doors, main bedroom en-suite, storage and downstairs WC, and a garage with electric door.

There are two four-bedroom Willows properties which feature a large open

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Moores Kitchens will supply kitchens from their ‘Definitive Range’

plan family living kitchen and utility, first floor galleried landing, master bedroom with en suite, three further bedrooms, one with en-suite and a family bathroom. Externally, each plot has front and rear gardens – including good sized rear gardens, driveway parking.

The Oak is a substantial five-bedroom detached house (the largest dwelling on the site) comprising of entrance hall, WC, study, living room, open plan kitchen diner, utility, and rear lobby. It has a first floor galleried landing, master bedroom with dressing room and ensuite, four further double bedrooms, three en-suites and a family bathroom.

Externally, it has gardens to the front, side and rear, ample driveway parking and an attached double garage.

Prices for The Willows (four bedrooms) and The Oak (five bedrooms) are still to be confirmed.

Housebuyers will be able to choose

from a selection of kitchens from Leedsbased Moores Kitchens’ ‘Definitive Range’, as well as a choice of quartz work surfaces and tiles by Porcelanosa.

Quality appliances and sanitaryware will come as standard. All homes come with a ten-year warranty and two-year customer care cover for guaranteed peace of mind.

Emerald Property Developments is an independently owned property development company, specialising in the design and construction of personalised homes.

“Our mission is to build high quality, award-winning homes combining traditional features with innovative modern design, in enviable locations across the Midlands and North of England,” said director Will Williamson.

“Often when you hear companies referring to their service as the best, smooth and stress-free you sometimes think that seeing is believing,” said Clive

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Davis, a happy Emerald Property Developments buyer. “Take it from me, someone who has purchased a home from Emerald Developments, they certainly practice what they preach. I would whole-heartedly recommend choosing Emerald to anyone.”

Breck View is being marketed by Hunters Estate Agents Bawtry. Call 01302 710773 to find out more or visit www.hunters.com Emerald Property Developments 46 Park Place, Leeds, LS1 2RY Tel: 0113 418 0306 Email: info@emerald-developments.com www.emerald-developments.com Hunters Estate Agents Bawtry 6 High Street, Bawtry Doncaster, DN10 6JE Tel: 01302 710773 www.hunters.com

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Do the Strand LONDON WAS CALLING TO RICHARD ABBEY WHO FOUND THE PERFECT BASE FROM WHICH TO EXPLORE ON A RECENT VISIT TO THE CAPITAL. Image © Photos.London

tepping off the train at King’s Cross you could sense almost immediately that London has not quite returned to ‘normal’.

Regardless of the time of day you expect to walk into a packed concourse before hustling your way to the tube to get to wherever you need to go, but there was none of that. It was much more sedate, relaxed even.

Of course this is not necessarily a bad thing and makes it a great time to explore the capital before the long haul flights begin to disembark onto its streets once again.

A late morning tube ride to Covent Garden was both short and quiet and on, exiting the station, full of surprises.

Again it was distinctly less busy and seems to have undergone a bit of a transformation since my last visit. The market is still the hub (the street performers are still there) but the streets around this seem to have been elevated to another level. Many of them have

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been pedestrianised while garlands of flowers and lights suspended across these thoroughfares have added character and charm. Bars, restaurants and cafes now spill out on to walkways and squares to create a continental style atmosphere and with the addition of new shopping and dining areas such as The Yards and the Seven Dials Market, Covent Garden feels alive once again.

The base for our short stay was just a stone’s throw from Covent Garden and is a landmark itself, being part of the London skyline for over 112 years and

A deluxe king room

steeped in history and heritage. Strand Palace has recently undergone a two-year multimillion-pound refurbishment that has seen the renovation of all 785 bedrooms, public areas, and a brand-new restaurant and bar refurbished with a modern art-deco inspired interior design.

We stayed in two deluxe king rooms, linked by an adjoining door, which offered plenty of space for the four of us as well as comforts including Hypnos mattresses, air conditioning, free high speed wi-fi, Nespresso® coffee machine, complimentary fully stocked minibar and

The Strand Palace Hotel

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ABOVE (L-R): Explore The National Gallery; The Queen Elizabeth Great Court at the British Museum. Images © Photos.London

large HD TV. It was the perfect place to relax after a day exploring the capital.

Breakfast was included in our stay and was served each morning in the Haxells Restaurant & Bar. There was a good choice of hot and cold food as well as fruit juices, tea and coffee - my children particularly enjoyed the American-style pancakes lavishly smothered in maple syrup.

Haxells is also open for lunch, afternoon tea and dinner with a passion for provenance and a focus on impeccably sourced, top-quality ingredients. The menu is full of modern British dishes such as the Haxells burger, superfood salad, Hawaiian salmon poke bowl and to finish, chocolate cake with honeycomb ice cream.

As comfortable as it is inside, it’s the location that really sells Strand Palace with many of the capital’s world-famous sights and attractions, including St. Paul’s Cathedral,Trafalgar Square, the London Eye, and the River Thames, on its doorstep.You’re also in the heart of theatreland and Soho, home to some of the London’s hottest nightlife spots, is less

than a 15-minute walk from the hotel.

We’d pre-booked tickets for the lastminute.com London Eye and made the most of the glorious weather with a gentle stroll through Trafalgar Square, St James Park and Parliament Square before crossing Westminster Bridge to its location on the Southbank. Entry was well organised (and safe) as you’d expect and after a short queue we climbed to a height of 135m for unrivalled views over the city. Each pod had limited numbers we shared with one other family - so there was plenty of room to distance but still enjoy the sights without getting in each other’s way.

After hitting the heights we enjoyed a long stroll down the Southbank, which has developed into a real foodie destination. There are shipping containers, vans and trucks, all with plenty of seating and all serving food and drink, as well as recognised restaurants and cafes. Gabriel’s Wharf, just next to the OXO building, even had a beach bar. We walked on to the Tate Modern before crossing the Thames to St Paul’s Cathedral and back along Fleet

Street and The Strand, via Somerset House, to the hotel.

During our stay we also visited the British Museum and the National Gallery, which are both free to enter but, due to Covid restrictions, tickets must be booked in advance. The former, again a short walk from the hotel, is home to two million years of world history and culture and is worth the admission alone for the Queen Elizabeth II Great Court, the largest covered square in Europe.

Our whistlestop tour of the National Gallery took in paintings from the likes of Johannes Vermeer, Paul Cézanne, Claude Monet and Vincent Van Gogh amongst others.

No trip to London is complete without a spot of shopping; Oxford Street and Regent Street cover all bases and were some of the busiest places we visited but again Covent Garden, and particularly the area around Seven Dials, came out on top with a good selection of independent stores as well as some well known high street favourites.

On the evidence of this visit, it shows that the return to ‘normal’ is definitely well on it’s way; after almost 18 months of Covid restrictions, our recent family trip was one of our first opportunities to get away and I’ll be honest, it felt fantastic.

Prices at the Strand Palace Hotel start from £106 per room, per night.

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