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April 2015

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Northside April 2015

THE HOME FRONT Great ideas for house and garden

NEW SEASON STYLES Exciting spring fashion OUT & ABOUT Easter trips for all the family

HOUSE DOCTOR www.regionalmagazine.co.uk

Ben Huckerby has designs on your home

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NS Interiors

Find your style With their range of contemporary furniture, bespoke bedrooms and stylish lighting, Rasmus can help you create a home that's unique to you.

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hanges are afoot at Harrogate’s stylish Scandinavian interiors store, Rasmus. A new chapter has begun in the business’s illustrious history, with a new showroom in the heart of the spa town’s most popular shopping district.

“We loved the old building on Royal Parade but when the opportunity arose to relocate to Commercial Street, we just couldn’t resist,” says Sally Rasmussen who, along with her Danish husband Kjeld, established Rasmus in 2006. “People like that we’re a local, independent company with a fantastic team so, when designing the new shop, we were very mindful of keeping the Rasmus welcome we’re so well known for.”

And keep it they have, with the trademark personal approach still evident in spades the moment you step through the door of the beautifully sunlit showroom.

Using the expertise and skills built up over a decade in the business, they have created a wonderful new world of contemporary interiors and continue to expand their growing commercial services.

From just one item to a full house project, whatever your needs, Rasmus is here to help.

Particularly well loved are the Rasmus Bespoke Bedrooms, available to both domestic and commercial customers. With the

magical ability to make a cluttered home seem instantly roomier, they hide mess, form clean lines and create a wonderful sense of space.

The team tasked with designing and installing these creations pay incredibly close attention to detail and work closely with their clients to gain a true understanding of their design tastes and lifestyle. This ensures the furniture not only looks fantastic but really works for them – and it won’t cost the earth.

“Our bespoke bedrooms are incredibly well priced, especially when you take a closer look at the quality of design, craftsmanship and materials on offer,” says Sally. “By combining the perfect bed, bedside tables, dresser and wardrobes, we create both a tranquil space to sleep and dream and an exceptionally organised room with everything in its place.”

In addition to their own bedroom range is a wealth of products from authentic, high quality suppliers. Sally is particularly taken with three of their most popular brands – Limited Edition flooring,VITA lighting and String shelving systems.

“Vita is so reasonably priced and you can completely change the look of a room with lighting so it’s a fantastic investment for those on a tighter budget,” says Sally. “Belgian brand Limited Edition has a stunning range of unique, hand-tufted rugs and wall-to-wall carpets and we have every sample in the showroom so you can bring along paint colours or fabric cuttings to find the best match.

“I’m also in love with Swedish brand String, which designs modular desks, shelving and storage solutions. Each piece is bespoke so we’ll come out to measure the space or you can bring measurements in and it will transform any room in the house.”

Whether you’re after a complete refurbishment or one key piece, next time you’re sampling the retail delights of Harrogate be sure to pop into the new showroom to chat to the friendly staff and browse the beautiful furnishings.

Rasmus 32 Commercial Street, Harrogate, HG1 1TY Tel: 01423 560050 www.rasmusdesign.co.uk

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NS Contents

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Easter outings... make the most of the holiday by visiting some fabulous galleries and attractions on your doorstep.

Walk for a cause... ladies, grab your trainers and get ready for the Leeds Midnight Walk supporting St Gemma’s Hospice.

Step out in style...

Spring is here so cast away those dull winter clothes and see what the region’s finest fashion emporiums can do for you.

Grand designs...

Ben Huckerby is a local interior designer and event planner whose flair for the extravagant has placed him on the national stage.

The home front... make sure your home is ready for spring with these fabulous ideas from the region’s finest independent suppliers.

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Looking for something to do with the family this Easter?

It won’t be long before the sun comes out and it’s time to get ready for the new season with the help of these local fashion stores

You’ll find the largest collection of Whitby Jet jewellery in the world at W.Hamond. But what makes it so unique?

From creating beautiful homes to planning dazzling weddings, Leeds-based designer Ben Huckerby brings his own distinctive, award-winning style to a variety of projects

Planning to improve your home this spring? Find local inspiration for house and garden.

Out & About

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What’s On A monthly guide to the best of what’s happening in and around the Northside region

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Fashion

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Beauty Rebalance tired skin and hair with beautifying natural ingredients

A gem of a find

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Eating Out We dine at fifty50 and Bengal Brasserie

Creating perfection

The Home Front

62 Be beautiful It’s time to drag your house out of the winter blues and give your home some much-needed TLC

Competition Win tickets to Doncaster races

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FRONT COVER: Ben Huckerby is making waves in the world of interior design. See page 54 fo more

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NS Legal

What does probate actually mean?

Duncan Watson, of Stowe Family Law, explains.

Executor decisions

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hen someone dies, family members often mention they have to ‘go through probate’. People may know exactly what they mean by this, but often what is involved is far greater than what was envisaged. Being pedantic, the process should actually be referred to as the administration of the deceased person’s estate.

The word probate actually refers to a document (a ‘grant of probate’) issued by the court which gives legal authority to the executors of a will to deal with the deceased person’s possessions.

Certain types of possessions and property can only be dealt with, or accessed by executors, with a grant of probate. These include things such as houses, company shares and bank accounts with large sums of money in them.

It is normal when making a will to appoint executors to carry out the terms of the will and administer the estate. Executors could be family members, trusted friends or solicitors. The administration of the estate involves valuing it (valuing the personal possessions, property, bank accounts etc, and then deducting any debts), completing a tax return and sending it to HMRC, obtaining the grant of probate, then paying off any debts and distributing the remaining assets in accordance with the terms of the will.

One thing that confuses people is you can’t apply for a grant of probate until any

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inheritance tax due is paid. At the same time, you can’t access funds to pay the tax until the grant is applied for, which seems like a Catch 22 situation. Given that the time following someone’s death is extremely difficult, the stress of trying to work through these murky legal waters can add unnecessary pressure to the deceased’s family, especially if one or more of them are acting as executors.

People must be aware of the stringent

‘It’s not a straightforward process and, with the upset that naturally follows someone’s death, it is well worth getting advice from a legal professional who can guide you.’

duties that fall on the executor, such as a duty to ensure all beneficiaries are found and all debts repaid, whether the executor is aware of them or not. What often concerns executors is that they are personally liable for any undischarged debts to the estate, or claims by beneficiaries they were unaware of, if they have not taken certain steps to enable these people to come forward. It’s not a straightforward process and, with the upset that naturally follows someone’s death, it is well worth getting advice from a legal professional who can guide you.

Duncan Watson is a solicitor in the Wills,Tax, Trusts and Probate department of Stowe Family Law, the UK’s largest specialist family law firm.

He specialises in advising clients on tax efficient wills, probate, estate and succession planning, trusts, and tax issues. He can be reached on 01423 532 600, or by email: Duncan.Watson@stowefamilylaw.co.uk

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The firm has handled over 12,000 divorce cases and has over 30 years experience in successfully representing clients in all aspects of; • Divorce • Child Arrangement Orders • Cohabitation Disputes • Prenuptial Agreements • Grandparents Rights • Tracing Hidden Assets

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At ALNO, the things that are important for our customers are the same things that are important to us: first-rate materials, skilled craftspeople, technical precision, an incorporation of the latest trends and outstanding service.

It’s these values that have helped make us a leader in our market and ensure that every kitchen we make is beyond compare.

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NS What’s On

Out and about Looking for something to do with the family this Easter?

Fiona Barber has a few ideas to get you started.

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s well as over-indulging in lots of chocolate, there’s plenty of fun to be had this Easter.

Whether you’re looking to get out for some fresh air, go hunting for eggs or take the kids on an educational fun day out, there’s a huge array of events guaranteed to keep all the family entertained at many different venues.

Time Traveller Treasure Hunt 3-19 April Leeds City Museum, Free Audience: Older children 13+ Tick tock goes the Harrison Clock. Step through the clock; navigate your way around the museum, treasure hunting and solving the challenges to enter a prize draw!

Time Traveller Photography

Stockeld Park activities £12 day pass per individual for all activities excluding electric scooters £42 family day pass for all activities excluding electric scooters Find memorable days this Easter and spring within the beautiful woodland of Stockeld Park. Try the outdoor roller rink, maze, go karts or explore, climb and play in the Enchanted Forest as you discover new sculptures and installations at every turn.

They also have indoors covered with indoor play, games, crafts and creativity, so that adventures await you whatever the weather! Let your imagination guide you for a truly magical adventure.

For further details see www.stockeldpark.co.uk

Reproduced by permission of The Henry Moore Foundation

Henry Moore 7 March – 6 September Underground Gallery and open air Admission free, parking charges apply Born in Castleford, West Yorkshire, Henry Moore (1898-1986) is one of the most important artists of the 20th century. This major exhibition, in collaboration with The Henry Moore Foundation, takes a fresh approach to Moore’s work by considering his profound relationship with land, which was fundamental to his practice and fuelled his visual vocabulary.

14-16 April, 12-4pm Leeds City Museum, Free Audience: Older children/13+ Photography workshop for young people.

Leeds Young Film Festival

Silly Science Eggsperiments 8 April, 10am-12pm & 2-4pm Abbey House Museum Free, but usual admission applies.

A day of science activities inspired by eggs.

Can you crush an egg in your hand? How do you know if an egg is boiled? Is your egg fresh? For full listings of what’s on visit www.leeds.gov.uk/museumsandgalleries

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Light Lab 3 April–21 June Leeds City Museum www.leeds.gov.uk/LightLab Free Explore how we have used and made light across the centuries in this exciting exhibition. A range of objects and treasures from across the Leeds Museums and Galleries collection will be on display, from beautiful paintings of gas-lit Leeds by artist John Atkinson Grimshaw to a Bronze Age lamp from Jericho and Javanese shadow puppets.

3-6 April Leeds Town Hall www.thefilmhouseleeds.com Tickets: day passes £6.50 per person. A limited supply of early bird passes are available for £25, giving access for up to four people (including up to two adults) Get ready for the film house – the UK’s largest family film adventure this Easter.

Leeds Young Film Festival celebrates its 16th edition with a spectacular, nationally unique new film event this Easter. Leeds Town Hall is being transformed into The Film House, a brand new attraction for families to discover the magic of cinema. It offers a whole day out for all the family that’s filled with activities, events and exciting things for young people to do and learn about, where they can meet their favourite film characters in person and watch films like Shaun the Sheep Movie, Paddington, Despicable Me and The Lego Movie on their big screen.

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Spring at Leeds Museums & Galleries ONE DAY, SOMETHING HAPPENS: PAINTINGS OF PEOPLE A touring exhibition from the Arts Council Collection curated by Jennifer Higgie Until 24 May 2015.

Leeds Art Gallery present a new touring exhibition exploring paintings of the figure, curated by Jennifer Higgie, writer and co-editor of Frieze. The exhibition looks at the everyday theatricality of the body and includes a selection of 20th century paintings by acclaimed artists such as Walter Sickert, Lucian Freud, David Hockney and Richard Hamilton.

TERRY FROST 19 June – 30 August 2015 ABOVE: Ryan Mosley Northern Ritual, 2011,

To mark the occasion of Sir Terry Arts Council Collection, Southbank Centre, London © the artist Frost’s centenary year this exhibition at Leeds Art Gallery draws extensively from the Tate’s collection and has evolved through consultation with The Terry Frost Estate.

The show features painting, sculpture and collage by Frost and demonstrates his interest in colour, landscape and abstraction. Significant works from Frost's St Ives period, as well as from the time he spent in Leeds, will be included alongside his later works.

LEFT: Sir Terry Frost, High Yellow, c.1955, bought by Leeds Art Fund 1955 (Leeds Museums and Galleries) © Courtesy of the Terry Frost Estate

COMMEMORATING OUR FIRST WORLD WAR HERITAGE Leeds Museums and Galleries present a special programme of events until 2018 which reflect the history of Leeds in wartime through the lens of their nine historic sites, object collections, and the legacy of war in the city. Full details of the commemorative programme can be found online at www.leeds.gov.uk/WW1heritage

LEEDS’ HISTORIC HOUSES HOST NEW EXHIBITIONS… Lotherton Hall will present the debut exhibition of the brand new Fashion Galleries this May with Age of Glamour: Fashion from the Fifties.

The 1950s was truly an age of glamour.

Once again fashion looked towards Paris for inspiration. With the launch of Dior’s ‘New Look’ in 1947, a style emerged that completely captured the imagination of this post-war era. With elegant couture displayed alongside many other beautiful dresses of the period, Age of Glamour explores the impact of Parisian design on British fashion – from the fancy department stores selling exclusive ready-to-wear labels, to high street stores like Marks & Spencer. The exhibition

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opens Friday 8 May 2015.

Temple Newsam House is currently showing The Healing Home, an intimate exploration of the role of the house as a hospital and a home during the first world war. Until 1 November 2015.

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POPULAR ADULT EVENTS PROGRAMME GOES FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH Have you checked out Leeds City Museum’s new programme especially for adults?

Have a go at creating a piece of metal lace jewellery, find out how to light your photography without using fancy kit or join them at one of their curator-led study days to brush up your knowledge on all sorts of fascinating subjects including three dimensional object conservation and the Leeds Suffragettes! Plus, all of the events are either free or only £10 with some including a lunch, so whether you’re interested in learning more about museum objects, learning new skills or would just like to meet new people there are plenty of opportunities to get involved.

BRAND NEW 1152 CLUB In the heart of Kirkstall Abbey Park in Leeds sits the beautifully restored and internationally important ruins of Kirkstall Abbey founded in 1152 by Cistercian monks.

To mark its inception, the team at Kirkstall Abbey have introduced The 1152 Club, a free fortnightly drop-in group for older adults to meet new people and learn something new. Shaped by it’s a members a different topic is covered each fortnight with highlights including ‘Getting around in Leeds – from bikes to buses and trains to trams’ and ‘A Postal History of Leeds with Richard Wheatley of Leeds Philatelic Society’ both taking place in May. Just across the road sits Abbey House Museum which also hosts a range of activities for adults from half an hour teatime talks to study days and artist-led workshops inspired by the collections.

To get involved or find out more visit the website, call 0113 230 5492 or email kirkstall.abbey@leeds.gov.uk

MORE DETAILS FOR LEEDS WOOL FESTIVAL ANNOUNCED Back for its second year and bigger and better than ever, Leeds Wool Festival celebrates all things woolly at Leeds Industrial Museum which was once the world’s largest woollen mill.

Bringing together a jam-packed programme of textile workshops, talks, special performances and weaving demonstrations alongside a new tailoring gallery, working looms and spinning mules there is so much to see and do.

Whether you’re passionate about knitting, crazy about crochet, or would simply just a like a fun-filled day out for all the family, Leeds Wool Festival has something for all ages to enjoy. Plus on the day there will be an array of passionate stall holders brining a mix of fabulous British breeds wool, beautiful hand dyed fibres and stunning yarns from across the region and beyond.

To find out more visit www.leeds.gov.uk/leedswoolfestival

NATIONAL MILLS WEEKEND Explore two of the city’s most fascinating mills as part of the UK’s National Mills Weekend – the annual festival of our country’s milling heritage and provides you with a fantastic opportunity to visit mills across the county, many of which are not usually open to the public.

Thwaite Mills Watermill is one of the last remaining examples of a water-powered mill in Britain. Experience the power and force of a fully restored working watermill in action nestled on a tiny island surrounded by rich and beautiful wildlife. Just along the River Aire sits Leeds Industrial Mill at Armley Mills where you can step back in time and learn all about the industrial history of Leeds and what the city was famous for.

Find out more by visiting www.leeds.gov.uk/museumsandgalleries www.regionalmagazine.co.uk

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Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate Independent Education Girls & Boys 3 to 19 years Day & Boarding Thorpe Underwood, Yorkshire. Phone: 01423 333 330 Email: info@QE.org Web: www.QE.org

Are we all about academics?

No, but were you aware the Daily Telegraph and The Times both rank QE College as the top most academically successful day and boarding school in the North for A*/ A grades at A Level and equivalent results and our Faculty of Queen Ethelburga’s, the third most academically successful co-educational day and boarding school in the North for A*/ A grades at A Level and equivalent results?

Are we all about Sport?

No independent school in the North has the equivalent of our £16m Sports Village.

A parent said we are now in a league above the rest. See: www.sportsvillageqe.org

Are we all about superb facilities?

No, but we have invested over £80m in superb new teaching facilities and resources in the last 8 years - way more than any other independent school in the North.

Are we all about boarding?

No, but no one comes close to the quality of our boarding accommodation. The best in the UK. All bedrooms have private bathroom, air-con, TV, phone & mini-kitchen.

Are we all about day pupils?

No, but it is interesting to note our day fees are, on average, over 14% less cost than other local independent schools and our bus service covers a very big local area.

Is it all about Scholarships and Awards?

No, but then again who else offers over £3m in Scholarships and Awards every year?

Even without any form of Scholarship or Award, sending your child to QE could save you between £3,000 and £7,000 in day fees a year, compared to elsewhere.

All of the above are perhaps the reasons why appreciably more parents have chosen QE this year than last year. “ We were looking for our children to change schools. However in the independent sector this has financial implications. Our problems in this regard were solved by the offer of Day or Boarding Awards (our choice) for both children of First Term Free.

They moved, are now happy, and doing very well. QE is growing in size because it is run in a refreshing, modern and much better way. There are plenty of day children.”

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SPECIAL BOARDING AWARDS Worth up to £75,500 Awarded to outstanding, high achieveing students in categories Academic and/or Sport. Awards based on experience and ability, subject to interview and assessment. (Note a 30% award may be given under this scholarship type for our Elite Sport programmes).

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A monthly guide to the best of what’s happening in and around the Northside region.

Food BBC Good Food Show Spring

Theatre Barnum 14-25 April Leeds Grand Theatre Tel: 0844 848 2700 www.leedsgrandtheatre.com £21.50-48.50 This exhilarating musical follows the irrepressible imagination and dreams of Phineas T Barnum, America’s greatest showman. See the legendary showman’s life as he lit up the world with colour, warmth and the excitement of his imagination and finally when he teamed up with J A Bailey to create Barnum and Bailey’s Circus – the greatest show on earth.

Music Olly Murs

Olly Murs

20 April First Direct Arena Tel: 0844 248 1585 www.firstdirectarena.com Tickets: £33-141.75 (VIP package) Armed with his new album Never Been Better and backed by his mesmerising live band, this show is not to be missed. Olly Murs has released three hugely successful, multi-platinum selling albums to date, including four number one singles.

Joining Olly will be special guest Ella Eyre.

10-12 April Harrogate International Centre bbcgoodfoodshowspring.com Tickets: Advance ticket prices start at £16.50, VIP tickets start from £65 – please check the website for more details The BBC Good Food Show Spring sponsored by Lexus will return to the HIC, with a host of the country’s biggest names in cooking, including Mary Berry, Paul Hollywood, the Hairy Bikers and James Martin.

Event An experience with Vinnie Jones 29 April, 11am-3pm, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Tel: 0113 234 6969 Email: info@pinkgorilla.co.uk Tickets: various packages available, starting from £70 per person (Chamber members receive a ten per cent discount) Vinne Jones will reveal all in an exclusive question and answer session where he will talk about his tales on and off the pitch, as well as his rise to stardom in America.The experience will include photo and autograph opportunities, a two-course meal, an exciting sports auction and the chance to win Vinnie Jones memorabilia from both his football and film career.

Ben Howard 23 April First Direct Arena Tel: 0844 248 1585 www.firstdirectarena.com Tickets: £30.80 Singer-song writer Ben Howard will be bringing his arena tour to the First Direct Arena on 23 April.

The announcement of this exciting arena tour follows the release of his critically acclaimed second album I Forget Where We Were, which debuted at number one in the UK. Ben Howard

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Comedy Dylan Moran: Wandering 21/23/26 April Leeds Town Hall/Harrogate Royal Hall/York Barbican Tel: 0844 848 2700 www.leedsgrandtheatre.com Tel: 01423 502116 www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk Tel: 0844 854 2757 www.yorkbarbican.co.uk Tickets: £25, £23 conc.

Irish comedian, writer, actor and filmmaker Dylan Moran is back with his new stand-up show. As star of Black Books, Shaun of the Dead and Calvary, Moran’s sardonic observational humour will not disappoint.

Event An experience with Al Pacino 16 May Leeds Centenary Pavilion, Elland Road www.olexyfresh.com Tickets: start from £150 (includes a three-course dinner), VIP tickets £1,250 and platinum tickets £2,000 The event will include a revealing question and answer session with the star as he regales anecdotes of his illustrious film career that has spanned over five decades.

Guests will also have the opportunity to buy exclusive and rare Al Pacino memorabilia at the event during the charity auction. Auction items include a framed gun from Scarface and paintings of scenes from Godfather.

A percentage of the profits from auction will be donated to Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust.

Dance A Night of Dirty Dancing 18 April, 8pm York Barbican Tel: 0844 854 2757 www.yorkbarbican.co.uk Tickets: £22 Celebrated film Dirty Dancing boasted the greatest movie soundtrack of all time and all the hits are superbly performed in this fast-moving, slickly choreographed theatrical treat. Take a trip back to the summer of ‘63 and relive Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey’s sizzling performance in the ultimate coming-of-age romance.

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Pavilions of Harrogate n Yorkshire Warrior Obstacle Race 18 April Yorkshire Event Centre £28 to enter Further details from Ian Bush Tel: 07729 194179

Theatre Twelve Angry Men 7-11 April Leeds Grand Theatre Tel: 0844 848 2700 www.leedsgrandtheatre.com Tickets £18.50-34 A jury has murder on their minds and a life in their hands as they decide the fate of a young delinquent accused of killing his father. But what appears to be an open and shut case soon becomes a huge dilemma as prejudices and preconceived ideas about the accused, the trial and each other turn the tables every which way, until the nail-biting climax...

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n Harrogate Spring Flower Show 23-26 April Yorkshire Event Centre Thursday to Saturday: Adults £18, Students £9 Sunday: Adults £16, Students £9 Under 16s free when accompanied by a paying adult Further details from 01423 546157 www.flowershow.org.uk n Yorkshire Business Market 27 April Pavilions of Harrogate Trade only 10am to 4.30pm Further details from 01423 879208 www.yorkshirebusinessmarket.com

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Leeds Midnight Walk

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ancy a girls night out with a difference? On Saturday 16 May, the Leeds Midnight Walk is back for its ninth year and it’s a great opportunity to spend your Saturday night supporting St Gemma’s Hospice.

This ladies-only walk will take you around Kirkstall, Horsforth and West Park on either a seven or ten-mile route. The walk sets off at 10pm from Xercise 4 Less Gym and when midnight strikes you will be well on your way to one of the half way points for a hot drink and chocolatey treat.

This really is a fantastic opportunity for

the ladies of Leeds to get together and support St Gemma’s. There is time to chat to other participants before the walk sets off and hear why they’re walking – it could be in memory of someone, or because they want to support the hospice and this event is a great way to do just that. Before the walk sets off there will be entertainment, face painting and chance to buy candle bags that you can lay out to light the path around Kirkstall Abbey.

Your hard work, commitment and the sponsorship you will be raising will not only directly help a patient now, it will also help create long-lasting memories for the families that patient leaves behind – memories of special, pain-free, comfortable and dignified times with their loved one. These times are only possible at St Gemma’s with your help.

So it may only be a one night challenge

for you, but rest assured that one night of support from you, gives many nights of support to our patients and their families.

Registration is open now at www.leedsmidnightwalk.co.uk or contact Becky for a paper registration form on 0113 218 5505.

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ith the lighter nights just around the corner, it’s time to enjoy the delights of evening racing at Doncaster Racecourse.

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The Superlicks are a four-piece party band of highly charged musicians based in York. The band boast a powerful rhythm section supported by infectious bass riffs and energetic beats. This, capped with a sensational lead guitarist and the captivating vocals from their charismatic front man, is what has made them one of the most entertaining, dynamic and fun party bands in the UK. For further information about Doncaster Racecourse or to book tickets visit www.doncaster-racecourse.co.uk or call 01302 304200.

To win a pair of County Enclosure tickets for this event go to www.regionalmagazine.co.uk and click on the Competitions link, then answer the following question.

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Closing date: Monday 13 April

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NS Fashion

RIGHT: Aideen Bodkin dress.

LEFT: Almost Famous dress.

Georgies, 18 West Park, Harrogate HG1 1BJ. Tel: 01423 560092

Here comes the summer It won’t be long before the sun comes out and it’s time to get ready for the new season with the help of these local fashion stores. Words: Stephanie Burns LEFT: Shoes by Soludos.

LEFT: Horizontal rib sweater, £110. Silver stripe pleat skirt, £139. Slide espadrille, £89.

ABOVE: Penny Black Maggio Jade lace dress, £155.

RIGHT: Maxi dress, £198.

Sandal, £49.

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Lynx Harrogate, 20 West Park, Harrogate HG1 1BJ. Tel: 01423 521404.

LEFT: Penny Black Semiasse aqua stone necklace, £60

RIGHT: Goat Venus dress.

Rocca Boutique, 32 Montpellier Parade, Harrogate HG1 2TG. Tel: 01423 564 146

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Accent Clothing, 11-20 Queens Arcade, Briggate, Leeds LS1 6LF. Tel: 0113 234 6767

LEFT: Antony Morato bird floral t-shirt in off white, £29.99.

BELOW: J Shoes Betsy suede mule in off white, £94.99.

LEFT: Le Vertige python dress, £80.

The Nines, 3 Station Parade, Harrogate HG1 1JF. Tel: 01423 523326

BELOW: Bluebell garter.

RIGHT: Amazing Woman Aztec top, £65.

RIGHT: Cornflower garter.

Bridal Rogue Gallery, 10 Grape Lane, Swinegate Court, York YO1 7HU. Tel: 01904 656675.

6 Strawberry Dale Avenue, Harrogate, HG1 5EA. Tel: 01423 505444 LEFT: Hobbs orange skirt, £65.

LEFT: Kenzo blue Paris print t-shirt, £95.

RIGHT: ALC black stripe Pippa dress, £409.

RIGHT: Reiss floral sandal, £75.

Morgan Clare, 3 Montpellier Gardens, Harrogate HG1 2TF. Tel: 01423 730720 and 01423 565709.

McArthurGlen, St Nicholas Avenue, Fulford, York YO19 4TA. Tel: 01904 682700.

36 The Grove, Ilkley LS29 9EE. Tel: 01943 817444.

A beautiful selection of summer jewellery is now available at Boho Chic,

Boho Chic, 21A West Park, Harrogate HG1 1BJ. Tel: 01423 566963.

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The Barker William loafer is a striking shoe in blue and brown suede that is stylish and practical, great for your holidays in those exotic locations.

Perfect, cool and smart for the Summer, the Loake Mojave is available in a lightweight ravishing blue or a deep brown suede with a comfortable crepe sole.

9-15 The Grove, Promenade, Ilkley, LS29 8AF Tel: 01943 603072 www.theilkleyshoecompany.com

The Sebago Ryde 2 Eye is a classy deck shoe with a great rubber sole that is available in blue or tan, and would ideally suit those trips by the sea or even on the sea.

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LEFT: Seaweed clarifying toner £8.50 for 200ml. Available at The Body Shop Rebalance, purify and refresh combination skin with the aid of bladderwrack seaweed.

RIGHT: Marine Miracle night repair serum and crème, £41.95. Available at www.transformulas.com Infused with algae, seaweed and seasalt extracts, this lightweight Marine Miracle crème nurtures and hydrates skin to reveal a radiant, youthful glow. For best results, use with the night repair serum before bed.

LEFT: Clayspray, £25. Available at www.clayspray.com In this handy face spray, naturally filtered spring water and clay combine to remove sebum and impurities for a cleansed, fresh and matte finish.

LEFT: Botanics shine away invigorating face scrub, £2.69 for 75ml. Available at Boots Say goodbye to excess oil with this mattifying, refreshing and rebalancing scrub. Willowbark – a natural source of salicylic acid – refines skin texture and actively targets imperfections.

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RIGHT: Origins Clear Improvement active charcoal mask £23 for 100ml. Available at www.origins.co.uk All skin types will benefit from this complexion-clearing charcoal mask, which unclogs pores and dissolves impurities.

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A gem of a find You’ll find the largest collection of Whitby Jet jewellery in the world at W.Hamond.

But what makes it so unique?

U

nbeknown to many, it’s not always the far flung corners of the world where you’ll find stunning gemstones. Here in Britain, there is a beautiful, intense gem that’s been a head-turner for centuries, known as Whitby Jet. It’s found off the majestic shores of Whitby – Yorkshire’s archetypal fishing town – where W. Hamond, The Original Whitby Jet Shop, has been transforming it into desirable jewellery since local man James Storr first opened its doors to an admiring public in 1860.

At its peak in 1890, some 1,700 of Whitby’s townsfolk were employed in the trade. Whilst the busy Victorian workshop has now been replaced by modern equipment and a healthy working environment, each W. Hamond piece is still individually handcrafted at the Whitby boutique, after it has been collected from the local coastline.

For over 150 years, W. Hamond has continued as a family-run business, providing customers with the finest Whitby Jet collections, from rare antique pieces to beautiful contemporary silver, gold and platinum designs.

Whitby Jet is an ancient, organic gemstone formed over millions of years from the compressed wood of the araucaria araucana (commonly known as monkey puzzle tree). In its natural state it is sometimes found embedded with fossils of long extinct animals.

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black and mysterious of stones – considered by some to have magical properties and provide protection against evil.

Following the death of her beloved husband Prince Albert in 1861, Queen Victoria wore Whitby Jet as mourning jewellery and continued to do so for the rest of her life.

The intensely dark and seductive qualities of Whitby Jet were never so popular as with the Victorians and the intricate designs of the town’s skilful artisans remain as stunning today as they were 150 years ago. Black, bold and beautiful – these designs are once again much in demand as statement pieces.

Over the years, W. Hamond has collated one of the most diverse collections of antique Whitby Jet available – a truly unique selection of period designs to wear with pride and pass on to future generations. Its association with mourning long past, Whitby Jet is now worn as stylish everyday jewellery by both men and women.

W. Hamond has the largest collection of fine Whitby Jet jewellery in the world and is also the first manufacturer to set the rare British gem alongside diamonds, raising its

profile to that of opulence and importance.

As well as their beautiful, handcrafted jewellery, W. Hamond is also the proud owner of the world’s largest Whitby Jet gemstone. The record breaking gemstone is a staggering 21ft in length and is currently on view at the Whitby boutique.

Visit the traditional seaside town of Whitby, where you will discover the wonderful and unrivalled selection of Whitby Jet jewellery.You can watch as W. Hamond’s skilled craftsmen bring the collections to life and be sure to visit the lovely tea rooms, which are situated directly above the boutique.

You will also find stunning Whitby Jet jewellery at W. Hamond’s boutiques in Leeds’ Victoria Quarter, the north’s premier fashion and lifestyle destination, as well as on the Shambles, the oldest street in the historical city of York.

Whitby Jewellery Boutique, Workshop and Tea Rooms 112 Church Street, Whitby, YO22 4DE Tel: 01947 603330 Leeds Jewellery Boutique and Luxury Watch Showroom 10 Queen Victoria Street, Victoria Quarter, Leeds, LS1 6BE Tel: 0113 234 0538 York Jewellery Boutique 9 Shambles, York, YO1 7LZ Tel: 01904 632059 www.whamond.com

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Freewheel your way into spring with a visit to Specialized Concept Store Harrogate.

Choose your bike

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he last couple of weeks have felt like spring has sprung already, and with that comes dreams of the longer, warmer and drier days to come. One thing that good weather makes easier is cycling, and with cycling being hailed as ‘the new golf’, surely there’s no better time to think about getting out on two wheels.

There are many different types of cyclist though, let’s not pretend that we all want to be Mark Cavendish, some of us just want to enjoy some sunny rides along the towpath to a country pub. Here’s our guide to the various types of bike on offer, with all types of budgets, and users in mind.

Hybrids These bikes are the do-it-all of the cycling world, they’re what you might use day-to-day, they’re great for a five-mile cycle to work, perfect for a Sunday ride along a disused railway, and can cope well with a dry track through a forest. The position is fairly upright, and therefore comfortable. A good hybrid like the Specialized ‘Sirrus’ offers a lightweight alloy frame, 24 gears (which should get you up any hill), space for mudguards and, the best part is that it’s only £400.

Mountain Bikes These bikes are designed to be ridden off road, through the mud, up and down steep single tracks, some of them can be jumped and, they’re all capable of providing a massive grin. They’ll have at least front suspension to soak up the many trail bumps you’ll be hitting at speed, and disc brakes which work in the

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rain to slow you at the drop of a hat. The Specialized ‘Rockhopper Sport’ has all of the above, and starts at £550. For women there’s the Specialized ‘Jynx’ from £425.

For weekend warriors who’ll be visiting trail centres around the UK for performance and adventure, the Specialized ‘Stumpjumper’ (for men) and Specialized ‘Rumour’ (for women) start at £2,500 and £1,500 respectively. They include both front and rear suspension and hydraulic disc brakes. For higher performance including carbon frames, the bikes reach as far north as £7,000 for a top notch ‘S-Works’ race model.

Road Bikes Until recently these bikes with their dropped handlebars were often known as ‘racers’.

They still are sometimes, which is appropriate, because a big percentage of the pro tour wins, like last year’s Tour de France, were won on Specialized road bikes. Bikes like a Specialized ‘Tarmac’, which has a full carbon monocoque frame, start from £1,500 up to £8,000 for the same model Specialized Tarmac as ridden by the SpecializedSponsored Astana Team, or Mark Cavendish’s Etixx-Quickstep team. Of course you’ll need the kit to go with it, The Specialized Concept Store in Harrogate carry a full range of spring and summer kit, including Mark Cavendish’s signature kit.

Kids Bikes Passing on the skill and joy of riding a bike is a great gift to your child, it’s something they’ll hopefully never leave, and, as the old adage goes: “You never forget how to ride a bike”.

Getting them there is another story though, there are going to be some tantrums, some tears and some cut knees. Actually even at 33 years old, the cut knees never end. There are a few schools of thought on the subject of teaching your child to ride a bike: The big movement right now dispenses with the idea of stabilisers, and opts for a balance bike like the Specialized ‘Hotwalk’.

The idea is that a child learns to balance before they attempt to use the pedals, and they don’t become overly reliant on the artificial stability that training wheels bring.

After all, those wheels (hopefully) won’t be there forever. Using this method, children can start younger, and after a while they can be promoted to a pedal bike.

There is still of-course the old school option of using stabilisers, like with the Specialized ‘Hotrock Coaster’, and what’s more, the stabilisers can be removed when needed without tools.

Using this method, the child should be versed in using brakes from the start. The child should be supported by holding their shoulders/upper back. A slight uphill can be chosen to control the speed safely while a grassy/open area is best for obvious reasons.

Get in contact with the Specialized Concept Store in Harrogate on West Park to try out some bikes and the new summer 2015 kit.

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Total relaxation Get away from it all – and sample some famous Yorkshire hospitality – at the Feversham Arms & Verbena Spa.

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he Feversham Arms Hotel & Verbena Spa is, quite simply, the last word in relaxation. From its location, in the tranquil traditional market town of Helmsley, you might assume it is a country house hotel, but that is not entirely true. Nor is it a boutique hotel. This unique venue is a luxury hideaway, designed to help guests retreat, relax and indulge.

Guests from all over the world come simply to get away from it all, or to sample some famous Yorkshire hospitality… with a delicious touch of luxury that borders on the decadent.

The Verbena Spa relaxation lounge is defined by plump cushions, sofas you sink into, and views across the south facing terrace garden. The spa houses six single treatment rooms and one couples room, in which guests can experience a tandem therapy, perfect for couples or ladies who would like to have a chat whilst they’re pampered.

The spa has an extensive Heat Experience including an aromatherapy room, salt inhalation chamber, saunarium, monsoon shower, foot spas and ice fountain. This section can be experienced in conjunction with treatments or on its own as a wonderfully effective detox for your skin, sinuses and mind. If you book any spa day packages you can enjoy the heat experience, so don’t forget to arrive in plenty of time to utilise the facilities to the full.

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The Verbena Spa facilities will match every mood. Sample these and lift your spirits…

allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the day of pampering that lies ahead.

Aromatherapy Room Perfect for relaxation, increasing circulation, cleansing and toning the skin – essential oils are infused into the room, allowing you to gently de-stress.

Monsoon Feature Shower The perfect way to refresh between heat treatments and to cleanse your body and brighten your soul.

Steam Room The benefits and experience are similar to a walk along the beach, imagine the sea spray and the crisp, fresh aroma from the waves.

The vapour leaves the skin feeling smoother, any dryness or sensitivity is noticeably reduced and the warm salt water mist also leaves you refreshed and re-energised.

Saunarium Saunariums have long been known to aid relaxation. Let the heat envelop you, soothe your body and let your cares drift away,

The Ice Fountain The ice fountain is based on the Finnish custom of rolling in the snow. Simply take handfuls of ice flakes from the continuously fed ice bowl and rub into the skin helping the pores to close and allowing the body to cool down quickly after experiencing a hot room treatment.

Outdoor Jacuzzi Holds up to six guests and is located in the spa garden, a few steps from the indoor heat experience facilities and from our outdoor heated poo.

Outdoor Heated Pool Open all year round, the pool is the centre of a secluded courtyard area. Up to two metres deep in places, there’s nothing quite like the feeling of swimming in a heated pool whilst breathing the fresh, cool air.

Feversham Arms Hotel & Verbena Spa Helmsley, North Yorkshire, YO62 5AG Tel: 01439 770766 www.fevershamarmshotel.com

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With its excellent wine list, great food and relaxed atmosphere, fifty50 is 100 per cent set for success.

No half measures!

Words and photography: Chris Wilson

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aving done some research, I was keen to impress my dining companion with a spot of background knowledge about our chosen eaterie for

the evening.

So I casually dropped into the conversation the fact that the venue in question was called fifty50 because the coowners had taken an equal stake in the business, were both due to reach their half centuries age-wise, and the premises was half a restaurant and half a bar.

“Really?” came the response, accompanied by a cool, steady look at the trendy mix-and-match combination of plaster and bare brick in the basement restaurant. “I assumed it was a reference to the paint job.”

Making a mental note not to invite such a clever clogs on my next dining assignment, it was time to take stock of the venue that opened in late 2014 in Boston Spa. John Batty and Simon Courtman’s aim was to produce a versatile space that locals could use both as a bar and a relaxed dining area and, judging by the busy, bustling atmosphere when we dropped by, they have well and truly found their market.

The urban industrial theme works well and with a versatile split-level dining area equally suited to couples and larger groups, and an open kitchen for that little extra piece of theatre, a lot has been achieved within a relatively small space.

The menu is packed with variety, including classic diner food like steaks and burgers along with more sophisticated bistro fare. There is also an intriguing list of ‘artisan hand-stretched pizza’ including some original flavours. I suspect the Italian restaurant that used to occupy the same space probably would not have offered up a thin and crispy

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topped with camembert, rosemary, roasted pear, pine nut and honey, to name just one.

There is an excellent wine list too, with some unexpected finds from which we selected a fantastic Spanish white, Cossetana Xavel. This easy-drinking mix of young and clean green fruit and zingy pineapple was certainly new to me and I can see myself returning to it throughout the summer.

For starters, half a rack of pork ribs was slow-cooked to falling-off-the-bone perfection and a crispy duck salad provided equal satisfaction.

My main course was the special fish dish of the day; pan-fried sea bass with arancini and queenie scallops. The fish was fresh, beautifully cooked with crispy skin. The arancini, aka rice balls coated in breadcrumbs and fried, reminded me why they are one of my favourite comfort foods.

Across the table, the risotto was winning

absolute raves.

A combination of chicken, peas, pesto and asparagus was inspired, the rice was moist, rich and packed with flavour. There is no margin for error in a dish like this and chef’s timing was spot on.

The relaxed atmosphere and low lighting makes fifty50’s restaurant a perfect place to unwind and do a spot of people watching and dessert was a suitably relaxed affair. The strawberry cheesecake was light and tangy with fruit and had a crisp biscuit base.

Chocolate brownie, swimming in a sea of salted caramel sauce and topped with a scoop of ice-cream, was perfect for anyone who likes to end their meal with a sugar rush.

So what are the odds that we’ll be giving Boston Spa’s latest dining establishment another go? Much better than fifty50...

What we ate: Starters Half rack of dry cured pork ribs “Old School”, southern barbequed ribs with bourbon glaze & slaw, £5.95 Crispy duck salad, £7.95 Mains Chicken, pea, pesto and asparagus risotto, £11.95 Panfried seabass fillets served with arancini and queenie scallops in garlic sauce, £16.95 Desserts Chocolate brownie with salted caramel & vanilla ice cream, £4.95 Strawberry cheesecake, £4.95 Drinks Bottle Cossetana Xavel, £24.50 Fifty50 Bar/Restaurant 146 High Street, Boston Spa, Wetherby LS23 6BW Tel: 01937 841038 www.fifty50bostonspa.co.uk

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NS Food & Drink

Deliciously San Carlo You’ll find fantastically fresh flavours and more at San Carlo this spring.

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f you’re looking for a meal full of sophisticated Italian charm, the highest quality of foods combined with perfect attention to detail, then San Carlo in Leeds ticks all the boxes.

Bringing wonderful Italian cooking flair and vibrancy to the UK, the family-run team offers the very best in authentic eating from il bel paese, and with a track record of delighting customers for 30 years, San Carlo has gained a reputation for food that’s hard to resist.

This is a team of people who recognise the delights of simple dishes made with the best ingredients. Among the wide selection of food on offer, there’s Pasta Alla Norma (the most popular pasta dish

in southern Italy with aubergines, tomatoes, basil, garlic all topped with pecorino cheese); a mouth-watering Mixed Shellfish ‘Royale’ – a plate zinging with flavour thanks to giant prawns, scallops and mussels, and for the meat lovers – Agnello Alla Toscana (lamb cutlets in Madeira sauce with rosemary and sun dried tomatoes). All dishes are masterminded by chef consigliere, Aldo Zilli.

It’s not just the food that’s impressive – San Carlo Leeds boasts a supremely stylish, light and airy interior, as well as a striking iced seafood display set behind a beautifully hand-crafted marble bar imported from Italy.

Along with a full team of Italian staff bringing the atmosphere and sounds of the country, you’ll be guaranteed an all-round authentic European experience – and all without breaking the bank too.

With warmer climes on the way (hopefully on our bank holidays), come and dine al fresco at their second restaurant in

Leeds, Flying Pizza in Roundhay. Sit outside in the sun and imagine yourself in Italy and choose from our large variety of mouthwatering delicacies including Garganelli Salsiccia and Porcini (special egg pasta with a spicy sausage specially imported from Calabria with porcini mushroom and a light tomato sauce). It’s an experience that will delight all the senses.

For more information about the restaurants, and to secure your table now, telephone San Carlo Leeds on 0113 246 1500 or Flying Pizza on 0113 266 6501, email leeds@sancarlo.co.uk, flyingpizza@sancarlo.co.uk or visit the website www.sancarlo.co.uk.

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Out for a duck!

Chris Wilson discovers a taste sensation in a whole section of the Bombay Brasserie’s menu devoted to the humble water fowl.

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long with millions of others all over the country, I tend to play safe and order old favourites whenever I eat in an Indian restaurant.

It’s ridiculous really, especially when you consider that here is a style of cuisine blessed with more variety than most, with a huge number of herbs and spices being used in a wide number of dishes.

There is probably more diversity on your typical Indian restaurant menu than with any other style of cooking, but every weekend the same old reflex kicks in. We know what we love, so why risk disappointment? When the crunch comes, even a cursory glance at the menu is not necessary – the same starter, main course and side dish as last time please... and a pint of lager.

It’s understandable, but if you are going to get the most out of the restaurant experience, an open mind and a sense of adventure is called for. So when I noticed something very different on offer at the Bengal Brasserie in Wetherby, I knew in a flash it was time to try something new.

A whole section devoted to duck dishes? Now this was definitely something completely new to me, and I’ve eaten in a lot of curry restaurants.

So duck tikka massala it was, and I have to say this dish was a bit of a revelation.

Strips of tender duck breast were served in a curry sauce with a chilli kick. Now this is a very rich meat, which is why it’s often served in bistros with a sharp, bitter sauce of plum or orange.

It turns out that a punchy curry sauce containing lightly braised onions, garlic, ginger, tomatoes and fresh green chillies works just as well, if not better, when it comes to countering the richness of that luscious duck breast.

This was a fantastic curry; a dish I will definitely return to.

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Side dishes were also up to the mark.

Pilau rice was light and fluffy, naan bread was warm, freshly made and perfect for soaking up that rich curry sauce. Sag aloo, a spicy mix of potato and spinach, was probably a side dish too far but ordering too much food is another Indian tradition that is hard to break.

While I was breaking new culinary ground, my dining companion was taking comfort in a familiar favourite. The Bengal special mixed byriani was a very generous mixture of chicken tikka, lamb tikka and king prawns cooked with basmati rice in the traditional way and served with a vegetable curry. It doesn’t look like the most elegant plate of food, but it was packed with flavour.

We had started our meal with lovely crisp pappadums and the pickle tray, followed by a shared starter, the Bengal special combo.

This was a delicious mixture of chicken tikka, onion bhaji, lamb chop, prawn chotpati, and nehar e kebab, the latter dish being a mixture of cooked potato, red lentils and coriander coated in breadcrumbs and deep fried.

This was a very satisfying meal and the classy, relaxed setting added to our sense of wellbeing. Service is spot on and the leatherbound menus and distressed leather chairs add a touch of style.

Do pay Bengal Brasserie a visit, to break those old habits and try something different… you won’t be disappointed.

What we ate: Appetisers Bengal special sharing combo, £9.90 Mains Bengal special mixed biryani, £12.95 Duck tikka massala, £9.95 Sides Sag aloo, £3.50 Pilau rice, £2.65 Peshwari nan, £2.95 Drinks Pint of Kingfisher, £3.60 Half of Kingfisher, £1.80 Bengal Brasserie Victoria Court, Victoria Street, Wetherby, LS22 6JA Tel: 01937 588309 www.bengal-brasserie.com

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Creating perfection From creating beautiful homes to planning dazzling weddings, Leedsbased designer Ben Huckerby brings his own distinctive, awardwinning style to a variety of projects. Fiona Barber reports.

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enowned interior designer Ben Huckerby has worked on some of the most beautiful venues in London, LA and the south of France. He describes his style as classical-contemporary, cosy-opulence – think Malmaison but better. So how did a local lad climb the plush carpeted staircase of success and win the public’s vote for designing Britain’s Best Home?

It seemed a creative career had always been on the cards for Ben, who is from Millthorpe near Holmesfield. He completed an arts foundation at Chesterfield College and then went on to study interior architecture at Leeds Metropolitan.

Like many students, Ben had planned to finish his degree, save up and go travelling. But a dream opportunity to renovate a run down castle near Halifax came up – a project too good to pass on – so Ben completed his final year juggling university work with the renovation of Carr Hall Castle.

The mock 18th century castle, which was transformed into a contemporary folly with striking soft furnishings, won a public vote ahead of seven other houses in the final of the Channel Five programme ‘I Own Britain’s Best Home’, declaring it Britain’s Best Home 2008.

Although Ben has also been awarded titles such as Concept For Living’s Favourite Living Space and Best Interior in the Leeds Bar and Club Awards, he says Britain’s Best Home was an extremely prestigious title to receive. “It’s a great accolade because it’s voted for by the public, which made it more important than if a panel of judges had decided the winner.”

After Carr Hall Castle was complete and the design work died down, Ben spent a stint in property management. “They (Terry and Michael) have around 20 houses, so I managed those for a while but it wasn’t for me. From that I started doing one day a week working for myself and the design work spiralled from there.”

Ben Huckerby Design was established in 2005 in Leeds and consists of Ben, office manager Tracy Fitzpatrick and interior designer and technical drawer Kyle Minnock.

They offer a full interior design service and project management, including planning and landscaping of bespoke concepts and fabric

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Britain’s Best Home winner, 2008

sourcing. Their impressive portfolio includes a huge range of residential, commercial, leisure, landscaping and events. “We’ve done bars and clubs, karaoke bars, and anything from quick apartment makeovers with furniture, to completely redesigning venues. I prefer the bigger projects because you can really put your stamp on them.”

The company has recently taken on the

task of renovating Leeds Bradford Airport’s business and elite lounges. “The client came to us because they loved our style and the way we design.”

Ben says he loves that he gets to do something he’s passionate about and that two days are never the same – one day he can be chairing an architectural meeting then the next he could be creating floor plans for weddings.

One of Ben’s recent design projects: BEFORE

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Although having incredible taste is key to being a successful interior design career, really getting to know the customer’s lifestyle and how they use the house is essential to getting the best results. “Using a questionnaire often results in closed answers.

I get a much bigger picture about the client’s lifestyle and what the home requires when I sit down with them in a relaxed environment with a glass of wine and have an informal discussion.”

The bespoke service that BHD provides goes far further than just new sofas and worktops and they are particularly known for their personalised touches like custom-made wine holders. It’s clear that Ben loves what he does and feels it’s incredibly rewarding to see a finished scheme. “Clients can leave us in the morning with a room full of boxes, then come back at the end of the day and we get to reveal the big wow factor.”

But it’s not just about making an impression; a house should flow from room to room, and the garden should flow with the house too, with the same feel and style. “People want other people to walk into their

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house and say ‘this is beautiful’. It represents an extension of themselves.”

There are many designers trying to break into the industry and Ben admits it can be difficult. “It’s so subjective and a lot of people try to work from home, but it means there’s no showroom and it’s difficult to engage people without that visual aspect.”

As an established designer Ben also knows how important it is to stay at the cutting edge of design and takes inspiration from other designers and elements that crossover from the fashion industry like trends, colours and textures.

Ben doesn’t follow trends because he believes the most important thing is longevity of a project. He advises keeping the high cost items like floors and wall coverings neutral, and then adding pops of colour with

things that are easy to change, like cushions.

Despite this, he particularly admires the Arab influence and visits hotels – especially in Dubai – to stay up to date with any new designs and take influence from a place where money seems to have no limits.

As the design side of business booms, Ben has also found himself becoming involved with organising events and planning weddings for clients. “This was born out of being asked to organise house-warming parties, so we would look after catering, a DJ and make sure the house looks great. I’m a perfectionist in everything I do.”

Designer, property management, wedding planner, events manager – is there anything this man can’t do? Trying to juggle so many plates would be impossible for most, but Ben seems to revel in it. At the heart of it all his love of interior design shines brightest. “I just want to deliver projects and schemes that are bespoke, classically modern with opulence.”

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Inspirational designs If you’re in the market for a new kitchen, it’s time to spring into action with a trip to Four Seasons Interiors.

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hoosing a new kitchen is an exciting prospect but it is also one of the most difficult and expensive purchases you will ever make. Sometimes it is hard to know where to start or who to put your faith in.

However, after trading for 26 years and building up a respectable reputation, you can confidently put your trust in Four Seasons Interiors. As one of the longest established kitchen businesses in Leeds, they’re clearly doing something right.

Managing director Ian Sandford says: “Four Seasons has survived two recessions and earned buyers’ confidence over the years, so I think we are a resilient company. In fact, the majority of our business comes from word-of-mouth recommendations and returning customers.”

Ian believes it is important to continually reinvest in the business and, as a result, the remarkable displays change every few years.

Four Seasons has recently undergone a massive refurbishment, which saw half of the showroom renovated and reorganised, and the other half will be updated in the summer.

An impressive display by British manufacturer Callerton currently dominates the front of the showroom, while designs by high-end German brand Häcker are sure to grab your attention.

The new displays feature working appliances from the likes of Siemens, Miele and AEG, which you can see in action at one

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of Four Seasons’ regular cookery demonstration evenings.

But it isn’t just their products that Four Seasons invest in. Now is a very exciting time for showroom manager Donna Fox, who is being sponsored by the company to do a foundation degree in kitchen design.

The three-year qualification from Buckinghamshire New University is the first of its kind in the country and Donna will be one of the few fully-accredited kitchen designers in the UK, as there are only 12 people on the course.

She says: “It is a commitment juggling 2030 hours of studying a week with a full-time job, but it is so interesting to learn about indepth design concepts from the best industry experts, architects, designers and technicians.

“The industry has been crying out for this qualification for such a long time, as you need to know so much about design, regulations, management, sales and customer service to do this job well.”

Donna joined Four Seasons as a junior

Words: Hannah Pearson

kitchen designer in 2011 and since then she has developed her skills on the job. This qualification will give her the opportunity to specialise in her field as well as having longterm benefits for the showroom, as it will set Four Seasons apart from competitors and establish them as an industry innovator.

As the business continues to go from strength to strength, Ian and Donna have also recently welcomed two new members of staff. Dean is a designer with ten years’ industry experience, while design technician Liam has recently completed a degree in furniture design.

“It is great to welcome new designers who bring fresh ideas and bags of enthusiasm to the business,” says Donna. “Working with such talented individuals, there are no design constraints and we all have the freedom to develop our unique style.

“Our broad spectrum of expertise enables us to create something truly unique for our clients that suits their lifestyle and needs. As we continue to evolve and reinvest in the business, we aspire to deliver the very best service and inspire our customers.”

When it comes to designing and installing kitchens, Four Seasons Interiors offer expert advice, inspirational designs, value for money and a high-class finish that guarantees you will be content for many years to come.

Four Seasons Interiors 149 Street Lane, Roundhay, Leeds, LS8 1AA Tel: 0113 294 1414 www.4seasons-design.co.uk

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SPOT THE DIFFERENCE...

Colin and Liz Crichton’s living room before (below) and after (right) a consultation with Boconcept

Get some inspiration Perfect solutions for individual homes – that’s our concept, says Jessica Herman, interior design consultant at Boconcept.

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ince Boconcept started in 1952, there has been a long tradition of creating high quality design furniture at affordable prices, for people who love design and energy in all aspects of their lives.

For our new 2015 collection we have made every effort to coordinate colours and materials so that everything goes well together, and you have all the choices you need to suit your style. It’s why we meticulously consider every piece, every little detail, line and function so you can be sure it works perfectly in your home.

That’s where our free home design service really comes into its own. By visiting customers in their own homes and working with any existing furniture they may have, we can help people really see the potential in their spaces. Our objective is to achieve a design that works for you according to your tastes and needs.

As interior design consultant, I have been with Boconcept here at Redbrick Mill just over a year, but in that time have already built up a loyal customer base. I have been able to create solutions for customers homes, which have transformed their spaces and rooms and

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helped them to realise the true potential they have.

An example of my latest work was for customers Colin and Liz Crichton, who live in Harrogate. They had come to Boconcept to get some inspiration for their front living room as they were having trouble narrowing down all the options and pulling the look together. I mentioned the free home visit service may help them get a clearer picture, which they agreed would help.

“Colin and Liz wanted a relaxing and cosy space for the adults to unwind in, some storage to display photos and an alternative solution to their current media system. After talking through certain styles and colours that they liked, I went away and drew their room on a 3D plan also including lights and rugs that they had seen in the shop.

“When they came back into the store, I presented the room layout with them, and we talked over the various options because they could see how the room would look. By adding in the extra touches such as the lights, rugs and accessories they could finally see the room coming together. Between us we came up with a perfect solution that really works for them.”

Jessica Herman

Boconcept Redbrick Mill (Leeds) 218 Bradford Road, Batley, WF17 6JF Tel: 01924 460483 Email: rbm@boconcept.co.uk www.boconcept.co.uk

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Be beautiful It’s time to drag your house out of the winter blues and give your home some much-needed TLC. Hannah Pearson has some top tips to get you started.

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fter a long and chilly winter where snow fell as far as February, it’s hard to believe that spring is now just around the corner. The mornings are brighter, the days are longer and we’re starting to think about shaking off our woolly layers and getting back outside.

But with this flurry of cheerful activity comes the harsh reality that we may have neglected our homes during those chilly months – which becomes apparent when we see our home in the natural sunlight.

A layer of dust seems to have accumulated on every surface, the windows and roof have suffered from the lashings of rain, the garden path is overgrown with weeds – and how long has that stain been on the carpet? It looks vaguely like a mince pie.

The time has come to spring clean! No one looks forward to the annual deep clean, but when the flowers start blooming you know it’s time to drag your house out of the winter blues and give your home some much-needed TLC. With a little elbow grease and a lot of love your house can be beautiful again and have that fresh spring look. Follow these simple steps for a happier home.

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Check the roof With heavy rain, chilly snow and stormy winds up and down the country, your roof will have suffered a beating this winter. As spring approaches, it is essential to check that no serious damage has been done. This can be done yourself or, if the thought of climbing onto the roof leaves you feeling queasy, you can hire a professional roofer instead. If any tiles have been displaced, make sure you get them fixed now – you’ll be glad you did when the April showers arrive.

Clear drains and gutters The onslaught of rain we saw this winter will have washed fallen leaves straight into your gutters. If left untreated, clogged up drain pipes and guttering can cause flooding, so make sure you give them a thorough clearing out. Also, check for any cracks or wear and tear that might need fixing.

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Check windows Painting and wood-staining Winter storms can easily cause damage to your window insulation. Make sure you check for cracks and make repairs if necessary. Now is the perfect time to clean your windows too.

Polish them inside and out so you can make the most of when the sun starts shining.

Torrential rain can cause layers of paint to slowly fade away, so now is the time to make everything look brand new by giving your outdoor surfaces a lick of paint. Think about staining wood surfaces too. Fences, gazebos, tables, chairs – they will all benefit from a new coating ready for the summer.

Tidy up exterior

Flowers

Create a fantastic first impression at the impending summer parties by sprucing up the front of your home. Remove any weeds that may have grown across your path, give your front door a good clean, change outdoor light bulbs, tighten wobbly gates or railings and add some plant pots, hanging baskets or a new welcome mat to the entrance of your home.

Spring is all about adding a splash of colour back into our lives – and what better way to spruce up our home and garden? It may still be a little chilly, but now is the time to get planting so that your garden will be a stunning array of springtime colour. Indoor plants and vases of fresh flowers will bring the natural beauty indoors.

De-clutter After months of children and pets playing indoors, your house is probably in serious need of clearing out. It’s impossible to thoroughly clean surfaces and cupboards with a winter’s worth of clutter on top of them, so it’s time to be brutal – either find a suitable place for it, or throw it away. Make some extra money by selling unwanted items online, host a car boot sale or donate to your local charity shop.

Clean ceiling fans If you have a ceiling fan, it probably won’t have been used over the winter months. If you don’t remember to clear away the thick layer of dust that will have settled on the blades you will get an unpleasant surprise when you turn them on. Give them a good scrub to avoid circulating dust throughout your home.

Go green It’s never too late to jump on the bandwagon and start making your home as eco-friendly as possible.

Energy-saving features make houses cheaper to run and are a good investment financially, socially and environmentally.

Look out for solar powered products, energy-saving light bulbs, home energy monitors that track your usage, eco-kettles, energysaving toasters and standby gadgets to save energy and cash.

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Clean upholstery and update furnishings

With the coming of spring, thoughts turn to our gardens. But if the prospect of landscaping fills you with fear, keep it simple. See your garden in a whole new light by rearranging your plants or purchasing some new garden furniture or accessories. Pressure-wash your decking or patio and bring outdoor furniture out of storage for a good clean.

Although we’re still a few months away, there’s no harm in giving the barbecue a good scrub before the summer party season begins.

Fire up the vacuum and get rid of all the dust that will have accumulated on your sofas and chairs.

If you gave your home a seasonal makeover at the beginning of winter, now is the time to pack away the throws and thick curtains and replace them with light furnishings and colourful accessories.

Wash your pillows, duvets and curtains and get someone to help you flip your mattress.

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Words: Fiona Barber

Experience excellence Beautiful design, years of expertise and attention to detail enable in-toto Kitchens to help you achieve the kitchen of your dreams.

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itchens have long been known as the heart of the home. They are a meeting place for families and friends to gather – be it around the table or along the bar – to eat, laugh, play and read.

Designing your ideal kitchen so it not only looks how you envisaged, but also has the necessary storage options and workspace is no easy task, so selecting a brand you can trust to provide excellent performance with beautiful design is essential. in-toto Kitchens is one of the UK’s largest kitchen specialist networks and is part of a nationwide franchise of 50 high street design studios, each with KBSA membership (Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialists’ Association). The well-established kitchen brand has been transforming UK homes for over three decades and this year celebrates over 35 years of expert-driven kitchen design, while remaining at the forefront of introducing new kitchen inspiration to the market.

Stuart Chadwick, Andrew Hatfield and David Armitage own two in-toto studios in West Yorkshire – one in Leeds and another situated within the prestigious Redbrick outlet in Batley. The friendly team are true

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kitchen enthusiasts with over 30 years of experience and a passion for creating and installing beautiful, practical kitchens. They are always on hand to offer advice and design plans in-toto truly understands the importance of attention to detail and this professionalism is reflected in the quality of the expertly planned interior design. With new colour combinations, textures and designs, in-toto has got everything to create the kitchen you can’t wait to come home to.

The esteemed company prides itself on an extensive national network of business owners and designers whose passion is

creating, building and installing beautiful and practical kitchens.

Renowned for its made-foryou ethos, all creations are designed in partnership with the customer to reflect their lifestyle, personality and the specific needs of their home.

Its 2015 range includes exciting new door ranges, such as the contemporary framed fronts of Xenia, and smooth Nevia, which combines lacquer and laminate for a durable high-gloss surface. in-toto has also extended its range with 15 new handleless in-line doors, bringing more choice to the already popular streamlined look.

Innovative new design ideas launched for intoto’s celebration year include new feature panels and wall units, plus contemporary metal open display units, coloured handle rails and new dark grey drawer boxes with glass sides.

With a gorgeous range of colours to choose from, you are sure to find the one that is right for you. If you want to be ontrend, take a look at in-toto’s new shades for 2015, including the beautiful earthy tones of

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‘Renowned for its made-for-you ethos, all creations are designed in partnership with the customer to reflect their lifestyle, personality and the specific needs of their home.’

Fango, plus the characterful grains of the new Castell oak effect. in-toto’s wide variety of styles, finishes and colours offers something for every lifestyle and taste. Whichever you select, you can be assured of great design and exceptional personal service.

Stuart Chadwick of in-toto Leeds says: “We would like to thank all our customers as

our strength and success is driven by your appreciation and recommendations. We still get excited about the products we offer today. Our longstanding reputation for great products and design ensures you’ll feel great from the moment you walk into our studios.” in-toto also recently expanded its range and became the UK’s exclusive stockist of award-winning Bauknecht products.

Artistic excellence and modern aesthetics are at the heart of the leading kitchen manufacturer’s proud heritage. As one of the most trusted brands in Germany and Europe, Bauknecht’s popularity stems from offering carefully designed products with award-winning performance. In recent years, the company has received many prestigious design and consumer awards, including the Kitchen Innovation Award 2015, Consumer’s Favourite Brand 2014 and iF Product Design Award 2011.

Bauknecht offers a wide range of highquality built-in appliances, including ovens, steamers, microwaves, warming drawers, cooker hoods, cook tops, refrigerators, freezers and dishwashers. All ingeniously combine design and technology for products that are intuitive, reliable and beautiful. As the German national treasure in kitchen appliances since 1919, Bauknecht is the perfect match for in-toto’s high-quality German kitchens.

All Bauknecht appliances are produced in stainless steel and are available in either a Silverline or Blackline finish. The Silverline collection provides a focal point of any kitchen with elegant lines and sleek handles that are both durable and attractive. The monochromatic black gloss design of the Blackline collection sets itself apart from other appliances and is especially eyecatching. Blackline appliances feature a special mirror-coated glass that is high in both quality and durability.

To explore what in-toto has to offer or find out more, pop into your local branch or visit their website www.intoto.co.uk. in-toto Leeds 21 New Road, Yeadon, Leeds, LS19 7HW Tel: 0113 250 2573 leeds@intoto.co.uk in-toto Batley Redbrick, 218 Bradford Road, Batley, WF17 6JF Tel: 01924 465 541 batley@intoto.co.uk

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The question of reasonable financial provision is raised by Irwin Mitchell’s Paula Myers.

Inheritance Act changes

A “A number of cases have increased enormously for spouses, generally women in a second marriage scenario who are left in conflict with adult children from the previous marriage or relationship.”

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t Irwin Mitchell we have seen a dramatic increase in cases involving claims against estates where we have to ask the Court to re-write a will in order to make sufficient and reasonable financial provision for a client who has not been properly provided for. Sometimes this happens quite unexpectedly.

The number of cases has increased enormously for spouses, generally women in a second marriage scenario who are left in conflict with adult children from the previous marriage or relationship. In these circumstances, the children will expect to receive their inheritance or what they believe they are entitled to; the spouse can sometimes be left with a share of the estate which is not sufficient enough for them to live on, or which dramatically impacts their lifestyle.

It is often tax efficient to leave a life interest for the spouse so that she has a roof over her head and an income from the estate or trust. This also means that the children would then inherit in a tax efficient way on her death. This does not work so much if there is a relationship where there is an age difference between spouses and where the second wife is similar in age to the children

from marriage number one. However, we often see scenarios like this which may sound perfectly reasonable in practice but only so long as the choice of trustee is correct.

Too often, a father will want to please everyone and so will grant his children access to the purse strings by appointing them as trustees. This can leave spouses feeling unnecessarily controlled or restricted and find that their life interest and conditions to remain living in a property are all too onerous without any freedom to live their lives.

We have dealt with cases where the trustees have not properly looked after the spouse or they have delayed in making payment in order to make matters difficult.

We have also dealt with cases where there has been a close and civil relationship during lifetime but this has changed as soon as money and assets are discussed after death.

If you are in this position, we have vast experience of dealing with inheritance act claims and can offer a range of funding options. This option is also available to cohabitees, people maintained by the deceased, adult and minor children. ww.irwinmitchell.com

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Words: Fiona Barber

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fireplace can be the focal point of any room, and with so many styles and colours to decide from, choosing one that ticks all the boxes is no easy feat.

Stonehouse is a fireplace showroom with a difference. Established in October 2010, this family owned and run business provides a total fireplace experience for consumers, architects, builders and designers in a stunning environment.

Chris and Clair Davison have over 20 years’ experience in the fireplace industry and also manufacture marble, granite and stone fireplaces for retailers throughout the UK. They also produce granite worktops and stock a small range of natural stone tiles.

Located in a modern 3,000 sq ft showroom on Ripon Road in Harrogate, Stonehouse has a hand-picked selection of over 50 displays of beautiful fireplaces, gas fires, electric fires and solid fuel stoves to cater for all applications and a variety of tastes, styles and budgets.

By displaying the fires, stoves and fireplaces in realistic home settings, you get a better idea of what they will look like in your home and the showroom has products and prices to suit everyone. Add to this the friendly members of staff that are on hand to offer plenty of technical and product advice, and Stonehouse is one of Harrogate’s premier fireplace showrooms.

Whether you are looking for a

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contemporary freestanding woodburner, a large continental style gas fire or a classically traditional marble fireplace, Stonehouse can help you choose the best solution for you and your home. A fireplace provides that allimportant focal point for your room and often sets the tone for the rest of your interior decor – it is important that you choose wisely and Stonehouse staff make sure they spend time with you to go through the options to achieve the look and features that you need.

They also offer a bespoke fireplace manufacturing service. Stonehouse has its own in-house marble, stone and granite factory at Thorp Arch Estate in Wetherby, which means it can offer a truly bespoke design service that is not readily available from other fireplace showrooms. So if you have a particular fireplace design in mind, it can be made to your individual requirements and specification. It also means that they produce cut-to-size marble, stone and granite for those instances when standard products just will not fit. This gives Stonehouse the ability to create some truly unique chimney pieces that will totally transform your living area – indeed Stonehouse specialises in more complicated projects that require extensive technical and manufacturing expertise.

As a family business, Stonehouse provides a truly personal service and strives for excellence in terms of brands, product design, quality, installation and customer service. In

line with this aim, Stonehouse has therefore chosen its suppliers carefully and works alongside some of the most prestigious and well-respected stove, fire and fireplace manufacturers to provide a beautiful range of products at the best possible price. This includes Drugasar, Acquisitions of London, Esse, Stovax, Gazco, Kinder, Montpellier, Paragon, Dimplex, Franco Belge, Nordpeis, Dik Geurts and many, many more.

With plenty of special offers in store, particularly on fireplaces, solid fuel stoves and high efficiency gas fires, now is the perfect time to visit the showroom and order your new fireplace.

To help you to decide what is best for your home and your lifestyle, Stonehouse offers free home visits and site surveys together with a comprehensive written quotation based around your individual budget and requirements. Stonehouse also provides a professional and fully guaranteed installation service by Hetas and Gas Safe registered engineers and their own in-house building team.

Call 01423 503892 or visit their website www.stonehouseharrogate.co.uk for more information. Open Monday to Saturday, 10am-5.30pm.

Stonehouse Unit 5 Hydro Retail Park, Ripon Road Harrogate, HG1 2BF Tel: 01423 503892 www.stonehouseharrogate.co.uk

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Stunning Displays of Fires & Fireplaces

Be bold Christopher Cronin, Interior Design Consultant at Rasmus, looks at this spring’s key trends.

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s a time of renewal and new beginnings, spring is the perfect time to start revamping your home. We’ve put together a brief summary of this spring’s best interior colour trends to help get you started.

Rich vibrant colours are in this spring. It doesn’t matter how you do it; paint, furniture, rugs, accessories – they all work! Just remember to be bold. A timid approach to colour just won’t cut the mustard! Check out our picks for this season’s colours:

Ignite your imagination

n Metallics – Bronze, copper, and especially gold, this spring is all about the bold metallic finishes. In the past few months these luxurious finishes have been showing up in collections by everyone, from high end aspirational pieces to accessible high street brands.

Bronze creates a classic sense of sophistication, copper adds a quirky depth to contemporary schemes, and gold adds a luxurious warmth to any room brave enough to indulge! n Petrol Blue – a rich turquoise that looks great with dark woods like walnut and really pops when you add in some metallic gold or brass accents. Add a dash of pure white to freshen the scheme. n Mustard Yellow – Warm, bright and cheerful. Pair with stark white for a clean fresh look or with deep greys to add an air of sultry sophistication. n Rose – a fun and flamboyant cross between pink and peach.

Combined with polished copper and strong oak elements, rose makes a bold and beautiful statement.

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Give your home the wow factor Bold patterns and trendy colours can give your bathroom a whole new look – and The Tile Company has everything you need.

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he Tile Company specialises in quality wall, floor and natural stone tiles, as well as superb bathroom furniture and accessories, to suit every style

and budget.

There are plenty of ways to bring new life to a tired-looking living space without a total redesign. Simply introducing bold patterns, seasonal shades or classy accessories can refresh a room instantly.

If you’ve been thinking about giving your bathroom a new lease of life but don’t know where to start, The Tile Company is full of inspiration and can help you create an innovative look.

The Tile Company is a family-owned firm, which has supplied North Yorkshire with tiles for more than 25 years. It has seven branches in York, Leeds, Scarborough and Northallerton, all staffed by friendly experts who are full of knowledge and useful advice.

It has thousands of wall, floor and natural stone tiles on display in its showrooms, including porcelain, ceramic, quarry tiles,Victorian, travertine, limestone, slate, terracotta, granite, handmade and marble, as well as

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a beautiful range of glass, mosaics and borders in an extensive choice of colours. Quality brands include Originalstyle, Grespania, Dorset Woolliscroft and Johnson Tiles.

The Tile Company also stocks a highquality collection of basins and baths, bidets and toilets, baths, showers and bathroom furniture including a fabulous range of taps and accessories. Simply by investing in a new set of taps or a new shower, you can instantly bring gleam and sparkle to a jaded bathroom.

Gorgeous bathroom furniture and accessories are available from popular brands, including Crosswater, Cifial, Trend, Gerberit, Miller, Imperial and Bauhaus.

But what design ideas are making a splash so far in 2015?

According to The Tile Company team, it’s all about back-to-basics nostalgia with styles that blend traditional with modern ideas.

Popular colours are soft shades of blues and greys, taking over from beiges and browns.

Hexagonal tiling, popular in the Victorian era, has returned to bring a touch of historical elegance to a room but now come in bold designs and modern geometric patterns.

Concrete tiles, which incorporate flowing patterns and soft colours, are providing a stylish twist on the industrial design trend.

Elegant and high-quality stone bowls and slate accessories are also on-trend and can bring a unique look to your bathroom. As specialists in all types of stone, The Tile Company has a huge stock selection available in its showrooms that can be taken away.

Visit one of The Tile Company’s stunning bathroom and tile showrooms to find your perfect look.

Leeds Tiles & Bathrooms 18-20 Benson Street, Leeds, LS7 1BL Tel: 0113 243 4756 Monks Cross Tiles & Bathrooms Malton Road, Monks Cross, York, YO32 9TE Tel: 01904 415527 Northallerton Tiles & Bathrooms Standard Way, Northallerton, DL6 2XE Tel: 01609 781166 Scarborough Tiles & Bathrooms (within Direct Tile Importers) 8-51 Westborough, YO11 1TU Tel: 01723 372334 Direct Tile Importers York Kettlestring Lane, Clifton Moor, York, YO30 4XF Tel: 01904 690774 Direct Tile Importers Scarborough 8-51 Westborough, Scarborough, YO11 1TU Tel: 01723 239395 Direct Tile Importers Northallerton Standard Way, Northallerton, DL6 2XE Tel: 01609 531197 www.thetilecompany.co.uk www.directtile.co.uk

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No secret to success What has made Buywell Interiors thrive over the last 15 years?

We sent Stephanie Burns to find out.

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t’s been more than 15 years since Simon and Michelle Procter established their popular fitted kitchen and bedroom showroom on Thorp Arch Retail Park.

But just what has made Buywell Interiors thrive over the years? The answer lies in quality products, excellent customer service and a personal touch that only an independent, family-run business can deliver.

With this trio of skills – and interest free credit to boot – it’s little wonder that repeat business and word-of-mouth recommendations make up a significant proportion of their customer base. There’s nothing like glowing testimonials from friends and family to convince you that a company is right for the job, after all.

The spacious showroom houses a number of displays, many of which showcase British products and designs at their finest.

From ultra-modern to classic or traditional, there is something to suit every taste. Should tight corners and awkward spaces be a problem, their bespoke bedroom service offers workable solutions for when a standard fit just won’t do.

Pushy sales tactics are left at the door as customers are warmly welcomed by Michelle before being left to browse the selection in their own time. However, if you need assistance, help will be at hand in an instant.

“We really want to encourage people to shop locally and support independent business,” says Michelle. “We appreciate that a new fitted kitchen or bedroom is a big

purchase and that’s why it’s so crucial that customers feel confident with who they’re dealing with. For us, customer service is one of the most important aspects of our business.”

With a full design and installation service available, you’ll deal directly with Buywell Interiors from start to finish. Once you have had a chat with Michelle in the showroom, Simon will visit you at home to conduct a comprehensive site survey, discuss your ideas and expectations in detail and create a 3D design that will turn your dreams into reality by allowing you to see exactly how your new fitted kitchen or bedroom will look.

Continuing the same high standards of service, Buywell Interiors’ fitting teams will complete the installation of your new kitchen or bedroom in an expert, friendly and tidy manner. If you require an extension or other building work then the full project management service can take care of every aspect of the job.

While online browsing appears to offer a convenient way to shop, there’s nothing like seeing the products in person. To see the displays, discuss your ideas and get a feel for the standard of quality you can expect from Buywell Interiors, visit the showroom today.

LIVE WELL. BUY WELL. Opening hours: Monday-Saturday: 10am-5pm Sunday: 11am-4pm Buywell Interiors Thorp Arch Retail Park, Wetherby, LS23 7FE Tel: 01937 844288 www.buywellinteriors.co.uk

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The home of timeless style From exquisite lampshades and lamp bases to furniture and luxury mirrors, you’ll find something special at Décor

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Situated in the Montpellier Quarter of Harrogate, the showroom was first opened in 1947 and features ten magnificent arched windows, which showcase their stunning collections.

Famed for one of the largest collections of quality lampshades in the UK, Décor prides itself on a reputation for excellence and an outstanding personalised customer service. Their knowledgeable staff are experts in lighting, with over 50 years of experience between them, and they offer a one-to-one service if required.

Their experienced staff will talk you through the many variations of style and composition. These can range from a plain, contemporary drum shade in a variety of colours, to a traditional, ornate fringed and beaded lampshade as seen in Downton Abbey (they even use the same supplier).

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bespoke service on many designs to suit the customer’s tastes. And they also stock a beautiful range of handmade luxury French lampshades.

Although they have a huge range of lamp bases in-store – including Jenny Worrall and Moorcroft – it is not uncommon for a customer to bring their own lamp base and, following a consultation, find the perfect lampshade to fit.

Décor are huge stockists of Voyage Maison, who manufacture their cushions and soft accessories in Britain and have a reputation for innovative and stylish designs.

They have a huge range of cushions, lampshades and furniture in-store or to view online at www.decorharrogate.co.uk.

They also stock reconditioned antique brass chandeliers and wall lights via a London-based brass maker first established in 1776. They have supplied to films such as Titanic and their wall lights sit proudly on the walls of 10 Downing Street, Edinburgh Castle and Clarence House.

If you’re looking for something more exquisite, like chandeliers and signature hall lanterns in crystal and cast brass, Décor has a host of designs from a range of suppliers throughout Europe.

As well as lights, they have a huge display of mirrors in-store, ranging from modern to

traditional, including luxury Belgian mirrors.

With an extraordinary collection of highquality lighting, mirrors and furniture from all over Europe, you’re sure to find something you love at Décor.

In what is arguably now a throw-away culture, it’s great to know the beautiful products at Décor are handmade to last a lifetime.

The majority of products are available to view online at www.decorharrogate.co.uk.

Décor 22-24 Crescent Rd, Harrogate, North Yorkshire HG1 2RS Tel: 01423 503285 www.decorharrogate.co.uk.

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Farmer Copleys Easter Festival Pontefract’s award-wining farm shop, Farmer Copleys, has fun activities for all the family at their Easter Festival, which runs from 6 to 10 April, 10am-4pm.

As well as delicious tasters in the farm shop and spring-inspired dishes in the MOO Café, you will have the chance to hold an Easter chick and enjoy bottle-feeding lambs, an Easter egg trail, mini wagon rides, Jaspers peddle karts, a corn slide and a bunny bouncing pillow.

The farm shop is now in its 12th year and is open seven days a week. It prides itself on a superb range of top quality home-grown and locally-sourced produce.The award-winning butchery, lovely delicatessen and onsite bakery provide a fantastic range of products including meat, sausages, cheese, eggs, freshly baked breads, cakes and savouries,Yorkshire confectionary, preserves and store cupboard basics.

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Ravensknowle Farm, Pontefract Road, Purston, Pontefract,WF7 5AF Tel: 01977 600200 www.farmercopleys.co.uk

The Queen of Denim arrives in Harrogate Rocca is excited to announce the addition of IDA Denim – the fashion editor’s must-have jean – to their Harrogate boutique.

Launched by Donna Ida Thornton, IDA is an entirely new concept in denim. It is dedicated to celebrating the ‘iconic woman’s’ silhouette, with a collection of true-waisted and tailored jeans.

Drawing inspiration from quintessential British elegance and sophistication, Donna has introduced a collection of styles with a contemporary aesthetic and attitude to denim.

IDA is a label with an achingly cool take on the way a modern woman dresses; a little bit lady, a little bit rock ‘n’ roll and a lot of chic.

Prices range from £150 to £185 and the spring/summer collection is now available at Rocca Boutique, 32 Montpellier Parade, Harrogate, HG1 2TG. Tel: 01423 564146.

Ripley Chairs take a seat Ripley Castle is now the proud owner of two new Ripley chairs.

Handcrafted in Yorkshire by Spink & Edgar Upholstery, the chairs are part of a new range of revolutionary sofas which has removed 60 per cent of the foam and other manmade materials within the seat cushions and throughout the frame.

Foam and fibre, which is not sustainable and flattens over time, has been replaced with awardwinning revolutionary pocket sprung core technology; meaning you spend less time plumping and more time relaxing. All furniture within the range is named after locations in Yorkshire.

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Guests were greeted with a warm reception at HA Fox Jaguar Leeds to see the fabulous new XE. This stunning new car not only oozes elegance but is also efficient, comes with lots of extras and is competitively priced, making it affordable luxury for all to enjoy. The beautifully styled exterior and luxurious, comfortable interior makes your drive as pleasurable, exciting and fun as possible.

Visit see the team at HA Fox Leeds, who will be only too happy to show you what the new XE has to offer.

Guide Dogs have teamed up with Castle Howard, a fine 18th century residence set in 1,000 acres of breathtaking landscape in the Howardian Hills, to provide a day of fundraising fun on Bank Holiday Monday 25 May, 10am-4pm.

There will be something for everyone including Guide Dog demonstrations, stalls selling Guide Dog merchandise, raffles and a tombola, as well as a chance to take a walk through a sensory unit to experience what life is like for a visually impaired person.

The highlight of the day will be a ‘Dogs Unite’ sponsored dog walk in which the dogs are the heroes of the day, and every doggy hero taking part will receive their own hero cape.

Jo Stevens, Guide Dogs for the Blind fundraiser, said: “Guide Dogs receive no government funding and it is entirely dependent on public donations and sponsorship events such as this. We would like as many people as possible to join us for a fun-packed day at this fabulous location so that we can continue to raise the vital funds needed to help those with sight loss”.

To find out more, visit www.guidedogs.org.uk or www.castlehoward.co.uk.

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Townhouse The north’s multi-award winning kitchen design studio has been dedicated to creative design for over ten years with great attention to detail and a passion for creating stunning kitchens and interiors.

Townhouse’s design studio is located in Harrogate’s fashionable Montpellier Quarter and works on projects across the north of England and beyond. They offer a range of first-class leading kitchens, including world-renowned premium German brand Leicht, along with wardrobes, stylish Italian dining furniture, exclusive floor tiles, bespoke window shutters and more.

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Rasmus At Rasmus they pride themselves on bringing the best of Scandinavian design to the heart of Harrogate. With a vast array of home furnishings, lighting, flooring and clever storage solutions, Rasmus has got everything you need to create your perfect interior.

If you’re working on a project – big or small – why not organise a free in-home consultation with one of their friendly interior design team, who can help make your interior design dreams a reality.

32 Commercial Street, Harrogate HG1 1TY Tel: 01423 560050 www.rasmusdesign.co.uk

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BMF Family-run BMF is the place to go for all things heating and bathrooms. It specialises in high-quality products with expert advice and design, backed up by a professional inhouse installation service – meaning the team can run a project from first thoughts to finishing touches.

Its new showroom on Meanwood Road, Leeds, showcases wood-burning and multifuel stoves, designer gas fires, fireplaces, pellet and biomass heating, designer radiators, luxury bathrooms, and accessories.

With exclusive and high-quality brands, including bathrooms from Fantini, Laufen, Kaldewei, and Grohe, and fires from Stuv, Harrie Leenders, Rais, Piazzetta, Aga and Morso, you’re spoilt for choice.

248 Meanwood Road, Leeds, LS7 2HZ Tel: 0113 2660096. www.bmfonline.co.uk

Classical Bathrooms Why not visit the extensive showrooms at Classical Bathrooms Ltd, which faces onto the A65 at Ilkley. They are one of West Yorkshire’s leading showrooms for bathroom sales for self-installation but they can also provide a comprehensive installation service.

From home bathroom surveys through to computer design and installation they offer the best quality, value and service available. In their spring sale they are currently paying the VAT on all of the installation costs and deducting ten per cent from the cost of all of your bathroom fittings. Contact Classical Bathrooms now to benefit from this fantastic offer on 01943 601118.

Little Lane, Ilkley, LS29 8EA Tel: 01943 601118 www.classicalbathrooms.co.uk

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They offer a comprehensive range of exceptionally engineered hardwood floors and quality wool carpets, which will enhance a wide range of interiors. They aim to look after your needs in the details and fitting and look forward to working with you on your projects.

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The Tile Company The Tile Company is a family-owned company, which has supplied North Yorkshire with bathrooms and tiles for more than 25 years. It has seven branches in York, Leeds, Scarborough and Northallerton, all staffed by friendly experts who are full of knowledge and useful advice.

They specialise in superb bathroom furniture and accessories, to suit every style and budget, including brands such as Aqualisa and Crosswater.You will also find quality wall, floor and natural stone tiles, including quality brands such as Originalstyle, Grespania, Dorest Wooliscroft and Johnson Tiles.

Visit one of The Tile Company’s stunning bathroom and tile showrooms to find your perfect look.

Leeds Tiles and Bathrooms, 18-20 Benson Street, Leeds, LS7 1BL Tel: 0113 243 4756 Monks Cross Tiles and Bathrooms, Malton Road, Monks Cross,York,YO32 9TE Tel: 01904 415527 Northallerton Tiles and Bathrooms, Standard Way, Northallerton, DL6 2XE Tel: 01609 781166 Scarborough Tiles and Bathrooms (within direct tile importers) 8-51 Westborough,YO11 1TU Tel: 01723 372334 www.thetilecompany.co.uk

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Stonehouse A fire is at the heart of any home and there is nothing like a solid fuel stove to give a welcoming and cosy feel. Whether you opt for a traditional cast iron appliance in an inglenook or a more contemporary freestanding design, a stove will provide a highly efficient heat source that will warm your home and give you years of enjoyment.

Stonehouse of Harrogate supplies and installs a range of traditional and contemporary stoves from its Harrogate showroom and offers a full installation service and free site survey.

Ripon Road, Harrogate, HG1 2BF Tel: 01423 503892 www.stonehouseharrogate.co.uk

Four Seasons Interiors Four Seasons Interiors have spent over 26 years earning the reputation for innovative design and attention to detail.

They specialise in designing and installing beautifully manufactured British and German kitchen furniture, complemented by high-quality appliances and work surfaces, covering a wide range of styles.

Constantly embracing the latest changes in design and materials means their showroom is always cutting edge and offers the perfect opportunity to browse a premium range of products in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. They offer you their best advice on appliances and the most suitable materials to incorporate into your project.

149 Street Lane, Leeds, LS8 1AA Tel: 0113 294 1414. www.4seasons-design.co.uk

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James Brindley 16 High Street,Wetherby, LS22 6LT.Tel: 01937 862951 29-31 James Street, Harrogate, HG1 1QY.Tel: 01423 581196 www.jamesbrindley.com Folk border home serving bowl – £49.95

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The Passmore Group The Passmore Group is celebrating being 50 by giving one lucky competition winner a fabulous bathroom or shower room worth £5,000; design, supplied and installed.

Founded in 1965, husband and wife team, Brian and Kathleen Passmore, the firm is still a family business, run

by Brian and Kathleen’s sons Tony and Steve.

“We’ve come a long way, even surviving three recessions – that’s a huge cause for celebration,” said Tony. “Our customers are the reason we have reached this impressive milestone and we’d like to give something back.”

To win a brand new bathroom, you must enter the competition online via www.more-bathrooms.co.uk/wina-bathroom. It will run from 20 March to 31 May, and the winner will be announced on 1 June. Five runners up will also receive a £250 voucher to put towards any future More Bathrooms full service order.

Millhouse prides itself on quality products, excellent customer service and good value for money. The company has grown from strength to strength since its humble beginning 24 years ago and with lots of hard work and enthusiasm, the business flourished and moved to its current site on Warren House Farm.

Today, Millhouse is still very much a family affair, although they now travel much further afield in the search of inspirational and individual ideas. In-house buyers scour the world for everything from fine English upholstery to stunning Italian leather and ethically sourced Far Eastern cabinets. A lot of time and effort is put into sourcing authentic furniture from around the globe for every room in your home, so you will be sure to find something different from your average, mass-produced furniture store.

Warren House Farm, Selby Road, Leeds LS15 8QW Tel: 0113 287 6756 www.millhousefurniture.co.uk

Partnership House, 6 Hales Road,Wortley, LS12 4PL Tel: 0113 201 5030 www.passmoregroup.co.uk

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Red Nose Book Day charity success Pupils at Gateways School in Harewood combined World Book Day with Red Nose Day to create Red Nose Book Day, raising funds for both Comic Relief and St Gemma’s Hospice. The day was organised and run by pupils in Year 9 as part of their Archbishop of York Young Leaders’ Award.

Children at the school donated money to dress up as characters from literature. Within the high school, all forms were given a theme, ranging from Mr Men and Little Miss to Jesus and the 12 disciples.

The pupils organising the event made sure there was something for everyone, as well as plenty of opportunities for donations. There was a very popular bake sale at first break, reading activities in the library and a literary treasure hunt for the Prep School.

The highlight of the day was the ‘I’m a Celebrity’-style competition entitled ‘I’m a teacher, get me out of the PAC’.

Pupils were given the chance to vote (via donation) for the teachers who they wanted to see compete in the challenge. The selected teachers agreed to face elimination through a range of challenges including a book obstacle course, finding stars in buckets of spider-infested slime, and an eating challenge involving some interesting flavours of jelly bean!

The day’s activities raised an outstanding £820, split equally between the two charities.

Spring Ball The First Spring Ball, raising funds for the Sir Robert Ogden Macmillan Centre and Macmillan Cancer Support, will be held at the Old Swan Hotel in Harrogate on Friday 15 May. This new £11million cancer centre provides cancer treatments and vital supportive care services to help those affected by a cancer diagnosis live with and beyond cancer. This includes complementary therapies, hair loss support services and Boots’ ‘Feel More Like You’ beauty sessions. These support services are only possible through kind donations.

To show your support and enable these fantastic services to be possible, book your tickets for the ball.

For details, email sromcspringball@gmail.com or call Colette Lain on 07538 098384.

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Exclusive discount for Northside readers Goldsborough Hall has announced delightful new dishes for spring.

The new a la carte menu is served daily in the dining room and uses only fresh, local and seasonal ingredients. Pre-dinner drinks and canapés are served in the Jacobean library, which boasts a roaring log fire.

A three-course dinner is £35, the five-course dinner with chef’s choice of intermediate is £55 and the seven-course gourmet dining experience is £75. However, throughout April and May, Northside readers can enjoy an exclusive special offer of £20 discount on the five-course meal.

Book now and pay just £35 by calling 01423 867321 or emailing info@goldsboroughhall.com to reserve a table, quoting ‘Northside dining offer’.

Charity Fashion Show More than £19,500 was raised at The Queens Hotel for The Haven Breast Cancer Charity, which helps to support women and men from all around Yorkshire that have been diagnosed with breast cancer.

The inspirational models were all breast cancer survivors and visitors to The Haven Blossom. It was a fantastic opportunity for these brave ladies to showcase how far they have come in their fight against breast cancer.

The Charity Dreamgirls opened the event to three fantastic songs and had the 320 guests on their feet. Liz Green from Radio Leeds compared the fashion show, in which clothes from Debenhams, Bo Carter Boutique, Swanky Pants, Jigsaw, Lavitta and Womenzone were showcased.

The Haven offers a free programme of indepth support to improve the quality of life of anyone affected by breast cancer. The money raised will help the charity provide free support, such as specialist nurses, nutrition experts and emotional advice and support, to anyone affected by breast cancer.

For details, visit www.thehaven.org.uk.

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Oakwood Day to restore clock Oakwood Day 2015, which is organised by OTRA (Oakwood Traders and Residents Association), will celebrate the return of the newly restored Oakwood Clock on 2 May. The event will take place 12-9pm in the area surrounding the clock, with the Lord Mayor officially unveiling the clock at 1.30pm.

For the past two years, local residents have been fundraising to ensure that the clock will be present for future generations to enjoy. The Heritage Lottery Fund as well as generous donations from Marilyn and Graham Stowe and many local residents have helped to raise the funds for the restoration of the clock.

There’ll be local musicians, local artisan stalls, food stalls, a bar by Preston Bar, a wide variety of kid’s activities including face painting, and the chance to have your photo taken in the Oakwood clock photobooth. An open air cinema ‘experience’ will also take place in the evening.

Visitors will be able to leave memories of the clock and the day in a visitor’s book. A time capsule will be buried at the base of the clock by the first chair of OTRA, Roger Williams, and will contain contributions from local schools and residents, not to be reopened until 2112. Engraved paving slabs bought by local residents will also be unveiled.

For more information, visit www.loveoakwood.co.uk.

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