Northside May 2015

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May 2015

The quality magazine for Leeds, Harrogate & York

Northside May 2015

Leeds Food & Drink Festival Bigger and better than ever

Pedal power Get back in the saddle with the Tour de Yorkshire

Meet the chef Cookery secrets from the region’s finest restaurants

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Labour of love Goldsborough Hall’s glorious revival

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NS Interiors

Uffizzi at the start of a new journey Additions to the team bring a new focus on her range of furniture for Stephanie and a bright future for a firm with a passion for design.

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ffizzi 2015 has been all about renaissance and the excitement is palpable. The blossoming of architectural interiors projects from both the commercial and residential markets demanded a new dawn; a new structure.

When Stephanie Hill relocated to her new showroom on the affluent outskirts of Leeds in 2013, she did so with the intention of concentrating on developing her own furniture range.

Stephanie’s long-term ambition had been to design a range of elegant contemporary furniture, but her popularity as an interior designer continued to pull her away from her goal. Liaising with clients and members of her team over the day-to-day logistics of business forced Stephanie to look long and hard for a solution that would enable her to drive both her furniture brand – U Liberty – and Uffizzi Interiors forward.

That solution came in the shape of multiaward-winning interior designer Lia Martinucci.

Lia’s long-established reputation went before her and her catalogue of work is impressive.

“I’m heading up my own interiors projects here at Uffizzi and bringing my team on board too,” Lia explains. “This will enable Stephanie to concentrate her energies on U Liberty and she is showcasing her new

Lia (left) and Stephanie

range of furniture this year. The great thing is that we overlap and we come together on both parts of the distinct businesses. I, for one, am looking forward to that journey.”

Lia’s knowledge in the history of furniture and architecture – coupled with an innate sense of the aesthetic and the ability to understand and interpret her clients’ thoughts – makes her an invaluable asset at any level of the industry.

International projects have afforded her an insight into many different areas including boat refits, rustic property restoration, and bar and hotel design projects. Her Italian style shines through her work and she has a vigorous passion for design and life. Lia attacks both head-on and believes that life is precious, so she intends to get as much out of it as she can whilst she has it.

“I’m so terribly excited to be part of Uffizzi Interiors,” she continues. “Fundamental

to the quality of my work is the quality of my clients. Those who demand great work inspire us to achieve great work. I look for clients who demand exceptional levels of performance and I know that Uffizzi is just the place to find them.”

Stephanie says: “We needed to restructure in order to become more efficient and to grow the business in the right direction. I know where I want to be in three years’ time and serious steps have to be made to get us there.

“I have always admired Lia’s work but I had never previously met her. When I did, I immediately realised that she was made for Uffizzi! Our future is very bright – the chemistry is right, the skill level superb and the enthusiasm of the combined team is palpable.

“We have also added Elkie Jimenez-Peters to our team. Elkie comes to us in a combined

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Elkie Jimenez-Peters

role. A graduate in Television Production Professional Practise, she will be brandbuilding U Liberty and Uffizzi Interiors whilst playing an active role in our design process.

Elkie is Lia’s daughter and, as such, understands the intricacies of the industry and the issues that are thrown up to us in our daily quest, and she has a keen eye and passion for interior design.”

Stephanie is also excited about working on her ‘baby’ U Liberty. This is a beautiful range of interchangeable bespoke pieces of furniture, encompassing tables, mirrors, and upholstery.

‘Those who demand great work inspire us to achieve great work. I look for clients who demand exceptional levels of performance and I know that Uffizzi is just the place to find them’

The collection, which is aimed at international boutique hotels and top-end residentials, will be available through selected stockists. The products are made from breathtaking and ground-breaking materials. It is glamorous, elegant and inspiring and much of the range is self-lighting – making it even more exciting! Stephanie is looking forward to the launch of her products this autumn.

Uffizzi 1-2 Elizabeth Court, Collingham, LS22 5JL Tel: 01937 574141 Email: info@uffizzi-interiors.co.uk www.uffizzi-interiors.co.uk

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NS Contents

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Saddle up... the Tour de Yorkshire is set to rekindle the region’s passion for cycling after last year’s unforgettable Grand Depart.

A grand setting...

Goldsborough Hall has been transformed into a splendid wedding and dining venue, thanks owners Mark and Clare Oglesby.

Festival fever... the streets of Leeds will soon be alive to the sound of chopping, munching and sizzling as the Leeds Food and Drink Festival returns.

Kitchen confidential... chefs from some of the region’s finest restaurants reveal some of their cooking secrets.

Doyen of dining... meet Carlo Distefano, who created a multimillion pound restaurant business in 18 venues across the world.

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best riders head back to the region

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Your monthly guide for things to do in the region

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Put a spring in your step with these floral must-haves

From humble beginnings to a multi-million-pound empire, Carlo Distefano’s ‘magic touch’ shows no signs of fading

58 Lady of the lamps

The Diary

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Competition Win tickets to see The Human League at Doncaster Racecourse

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Yorkshire rides again After the excitement of last year’s Grand Depart, cycling fever is set to strike once more as the world’s

A labour of love Beautiful Goldsborough Hall has been rescued from decay by the dedication of its owners

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Fashion Spring/summer looks are now in store, so make sure you’re on-trend for the warmer months ahead

Beauty

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Profile

Leeds Food & Drink Festival 48 Leeds set to celebrate its rich culinary delights… and the organisers want you to try out something different

Eating Out We dine at Bretts

56 Home & 42 Meet the Chef Garden Make your home lighter Some of the region’s top chefs tell Northside the secrets of their success

and brighter with bold colours and floral patterns

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Rachel Ludlam tells Hannah Pearson how she has turned a flash of inspiration into a novel business idea

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Motoring The Maserati Ghibli is an executive saloon that offers supercar cool at an affordable price

FRONT COVER: There’s lots to discover at Goldsborough Hall.

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NS Legal

Dementia can put families at war Paula Myers of Irwin Mitchell looks at the growing problem of disputes over the financial affairs of those suffering from mental incapacity.

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s we live longer, we unfortunately become susceptible to illness in later life. One illness which is increasing is dementia.

Currently dementia affects 830,000 people in the UK, including one in six people over the age of 80. The statistics predict that by 2020 more than a million of us will be suffering from the condition. One of the reasons the illness is on the increase is because people are living longer.

The growing number of people living with dementia needs to be considered when dealing with mental capacity issues, which are becoming more common where wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney are concerned.

There has been a 700 per cent increase in will disputes in the last five years and it is estimated that one in four people in the UK have been involved in a will dispute. The increase in claims regarding wills has been dramatic as relatives seek to argue that their parent or other relatives do not have capacity to make decisions regarding the will and their estate.

At Irwin Mitchell, we have also seen an increase in financial abuse claims where trusted family members are left in control of the purse strings but then start to abuse their position and use the funds for personal

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use. This can sometimes be caused by a lack of understanding as to what the person can do with the funds and how it can be spent.

On other occasions it is simply described as nothing less than abuse. Before long a few pounds or additional shopping costs can become thousands of pounds and often lead to other members of the family becoming suspicious about the lack of funds left on death or the sudden improved lifestyle of the Attorney who is meant to be protecting the relative and acting in their best interests.

Some of these cases result in a police investigation and can lead to prosecution. In addition there is often a legal dispute with family members who want to be repaid the money and normality restored.

If you have concerns about a loved one or suspect abuse, Irwin Mitchell’s Will, Trust and Estate Disputes team has extensive experience in this area. If you would like to discuss any of the issues raised, please contact Paula Myers on 0113 394 6832 or Paula.Myers@IrwinMitchell.com

‘The increase in claims regarding wills has been dramatic as relatives seek to argue that their parent or other relatives do not have capacity to make decisions regarding the will and their estate.’

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NS What’s On

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

Theatre The King’s Speech

26-30 May Leeds Grand Theatre Tel: 0844 848 2700 www.leedsgrandtheatre.com Tickets: £18.50-£34 As the world stands on the brink of war, Edward VIII sparks controversy with his love for married socialite, Wallis Simpson.

As Edward’s position becomes increasingly untenable, his brother Bertie, who has previously shied away from the public eye because of a terrible stammer, is thrust into the spotlight as his likely successor.

With the support of his wife, Elizabeth (the much-loved future Queen Mother), Bertie meets maverick speech therapist and failed actor, Lionel Logue, at an office in Harley Street. Together they Jason Donovan and embark on an unlikely journey, Raymond Coulthard to prepare Bertie to lead his in The King’s Speech country as King George VI.

Plastic Figurines

5 May Harrogate Studio theatre Tel: 01423 502116 www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk Tickets: £12.50 'Mum told me that there was something in his brain that was different, she said that he liked to put his toys in lines and that was a symptom or whatever. I used to go in his room and see all his stuffed animals in a line and I’d mess them up. I’d mess the line up.'

Rose loves her brother Mikey.

Mikey loves Rose, Bruce Willis films

and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles – but he hates change.

When their mum is diagnosed with leukaemia, their world is plunged into chaos. Rose returns home to find a very different brother to when she left. Today is his 18th birthday and Rose wants everything to be perfect but life with Mikey isn't ever that simple.

Inspired by events in the playwright – Ella Carmen Greenhill’s – own life, Plastic Figurines is a funny and moving new play that explores the relationship between siblings with very different views of the world.

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13-23 May Leeds Grand Theatre – Opera North Tel: 0844 848 2700 www.leedsgrandtheatre.com Tickets £15-£47 Dazzling lights, swinging songs and a bad boy to melt your heart – don't miss this fabulous production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's Carousel. When Billy Bigelow and Julie Jordan fall in love, little do they realise that Billy's rebellious ways will result in tragedy. Billy is given a chance to make good, but is it too little too late, or will a lucky star save him and those he loves?

Macbeth

5-9 May Harrogate Theatre Tel: 01423 502116 www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk Tickets: £12.50-£17.50 Three outrageous dragqueens (hijras in modern India and Pakistan) cook up an explosive brew of treachery, ambition and passion, setting an Asian family off on a path of bloody selfdestruction. Tara Arts brings Indian movement and music to Shakespeare’s text, offering a powerful contemporary take on his darkest play.

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Family entertainment Disney On Ice 13 May First Direct Arena Tel: 0844 248 1585 www.firstdirectarena.com Tickets: £16.40 Mickey and Minnie enter a world of enchantment in a new twist on fairytale fun characters from

Disney classics including The Little Mermaid, Tangled and Beauty and The Beast. For the first time, the much loved sisters Anna and Elsa from the number-one animated feature of all time, Frozen, will be making a special on-ice appearance!

Disney's most beloved heroines will have audiences singing, dancing and cheering – something families won’t want to miss out on.

Museums Behind the scenes guided tour of the Discovery Centre 11am - 12pm every Thursday until 28 April 2016 Price: free Booking is required, call 0113 378 2100 or email discovery.centre@leeds.gov.uk Step inside the state-of-the-art museum storage facility, home to over one million fascinating objects.

From elephant skulls and a medieval log boat, to mummy bandages and meteorites, join them for a hands-on exploration of natural science, human history and ingenuity.

Comedy The Complete History of Comedy – The Reduced Shakespeare Company

After a hugely successful, critically acclaimed season at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2014, the Reduced Shakespeare Company will set out to reduce the UK to tears of laughter in spring 2015. From the highbrow to the low, The Complete History of Comedy covers comedy through the ages, from Aristophanes and Shakespeare to Vaudeville and Charlie Chaplin.

The Reduced Shakespeare Company is a three-man comedy troupe that takes long, serious subjects and reduces them to short, sharp comedies.

n Food The Cake and Bake Show 19-21 June HIC Tel: 0844 854 1364 www.thecakeandbakeshow.co.uk/harrogate Tickets: adults £15.00, children from £7.00, concessions £12.50 The 2015 Cake and Bake Show extravaganza, in association with Neff, begins at the Harrogate International Centre, before

heading on to London, Manchester and Edinburgh in October.

Rosemary Shrager will be joining the nation’s favourite baking stars including Eric Lanlard, John Whaite, Lisa Faulkner and Phil Vickery.Yorkshire. Baking fans will be served up an array of delicious treats, including live demonstrations by baking celebrities, bakeoffs, skills classes, market stands, sugar crafting, live competitions, book signings, plus all the latest baking trends and tools.

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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.

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ummer evening race meetings at Doncaster Racecourse have a special atmosphere all of their own – especially when the sporting excitement is followed by top class musical entertainment.

One of the highlights of this year is bound to be the meeting on Saturday 16 May. The last race is at 8.45pm and shortly afterwards local pop music legends The Human League will take to the stage.

Regional Magazine Company has a pair of County Enclosure tickets to give away for this dazzling event, presented in association with Visit Bawtry.

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For a chance to win these tickets enter our competition online at www.regionalmagazine.co.uk What is The Human League’s home city: A) Sheffield B) Wakefield C) Huddersfield The closing date for the competition is Friday 8 May Please note, there is a dress code for the County Enclosure – no denim, trainers or sportswear, and gentlemen must have a collared shirt.

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NS Cycling

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.

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.

Hybrids

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.

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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Road Bikes

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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Yorkshire rides again

Ready for the off (from left): Malcolm Elliott, Marc Etches and Brian Robinson

After the excitement of last year’s Grand Depart, cycling fever is set to strike once more as the world’s best riders head back to the region.

Stephanie Burns reports.

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egacy was a hot topic in the run up to the Tour de France Yorkshire Grand Depart last summer.

Determined not to waste a golden opportunity to promote the many benefits of God’s own county once the millions-strong crowds had dispersed, organisers began planning for life post-tour well before the cyclists tore up our streets.

And so it was with great enthusiasm that plans for a Tour de Yorkshire were first announced in September last year. This threeday international cycling event – run by Welcome to Yorkshire and Amaury Sport Organisation (which operates the Tour de France) and backed by British Cycling – will once again challenge the world’s best riders to tackle what is arguably some of the world’s best cycling terrain.

Taking place in three stages from 1 to 3

May and designed by the Tour de France’s sports director Thierry Gouvenou, it will touch upon some Grand Depart routes as well as breaking new ground elsewhere.

Day one covers 174km and travels from Bridlington to Scarborough via Pickering, Whitby and Robin Hoods Bay. It picks up in York the next day for another 174km of riding through Malton, Wet Wang and Beverley before making its way to the finish line in Selby. The third and final day – a 167km route – begins in Wakefield, drops down to Barnsley and then comes up through Holmfirth, Hebden Bridge, and Otley, finally sprinting into Leeds.

Of course, the broadcast on national television and throughout Europe will also allow you to follow the full race as it happens so, wherever you are, you needn’t miss the opportunity to witness another showcase of our beautiful county in high-def.

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‘People are starting to paint their bikes blue and yellow again, and the bunting’s going to come out as soon as the weather gets warmer.’ and one that is well suited to Yorkshire. In Whether viewing in person or on the terms of organising an international race, small screen, former professional cyclist and we’re spoilt for choice.”

Yorkshire legend Malcolm Elliott says there’ll The Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity be plenty of excitement for spectactors. has been named as the official charity for the “It’s over three days – unlike the Tour de event, with funds raised from their France which is three weeks – and what that does is compact the action into a short space corresponding ‘Roar de Yorkshire’ campaign being donated to the development of a new of time. Three days is over very quickly so, wing and scanner for the hospital. even though it’s more than 100 miles each Cycling club Sheffrec has already raised day, it’s a relatively short time to pack everything in and keep things interesting.

“There’s going to be some very rugged terrain and repetitive climbing, too. While we may not have the huge mountains of the Alps or the Pyrenees, what we’ve got here is a succession of closelyspaced, tough climbs that really sort the men from the boys.”

And although it may be unlikely the Tour de Yorkshire will attract crowds quite as big as the three million who took to the streets for the Grand Depart, it’s already clear the public has a strong appetite for the event. The website (www.letouryorkshire.com) received more than 300,000 hits on the official launch day in January – that’s more than double the number that visited after the Tour de France launch.

“The response has been phenomenal,” says Welcome to Yorkshire’s marketing director Peter Dodd.

“People are starting to paint their bikes blue and yellow again, and the bunting’s going to come out as soon as the weather gets warmer.

Twitter and Facebook have also been going crazy and the international riders are saying they can’t wait to be back in Yorkshire.”

Clearly, enticing the international cycling elite back to Yorkshire wasn’t too arduous a task. The difficulty, however, was ensuring the course was once again tough enough to test even the most experienced riders.

“Yorkshire is a cycling paradise but the challenge was in terms of the topography, the landscape, the climbs and the sprints,” Peter continues. “But Photographs: Mike Shapland, Charlotte Mitchell, it’s been a fabulous challenge to have Philip and Linda Woodhouse

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thousands for the charity after riding the Grand Depart route in September 2013 and completing the 55-mile Tour de Strines, which takes places again on 20 September this year – and they’re planning to raise even more in the future.

Marc Etches, Sheffrec’s club secretary, has noticed a remarkable difference in the number of cyclists out on the road since the Grand Depart and believes events such as the Tour de Yorkshire will enhance the sport’s popularity even further.

“I ride to work on a morning and there are now hordes of other people riding too. They say it’s the new golf and apparently there is a lot of business networking done while cycling now.

There are also more youngsters getting involved in the sport after being inspired by the Grand Depart, so we’ve got some really good riders in Yorkshire now.”

And the youngsters aren’t the only ones getting excited as Yorkshire’s veteran cycling heroes are also incredibly proud to welcome the race to their home turf.

“We have everything in Yorkshire,” says Brian Robinson, the first Brit to complete the Tour de France in 1955 and then win a stage three years later and who, at the age of 84, can still be found cycling around Wharfedale.

“We’ve got the hills, the flat, the coast, and the riders.

Nothing like the Tour de Yorkshire ever happened in England but I’m pleased that it’s come this far since my day; it’s absolutely fabulous. And since the Grand Depart more and more people are out on their bikes, which is tremendous.”

It seems organisers have achieved their quest for the public to embrace the sport.

And, as Peter Dodd confirms, the Tour de Yorkshire will undoubtedly be one of their most enduring legacies.

“The Tour de Yorkshire is here for many, many years. We’ve been offered a golden ticket by UCI, the world governing body for cycling, on the back of the work we did with the Grand Depart – so this race is firmly in the calendar now and it’s up to us to ensure it grows.”

For more information visit www.letouryorkshire.com

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A LABOUR OF LOVE Beautiful Goldsborough Hall has been rescued from decay by the dedication of its owners.

Fiona Barber reports.

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Mark and Clare Oglesby

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or many, the idea of renovating a squirrel-infested stately home with a leaking roof is utter madness. But that’s exactly what Mark and Clare Oglesby did when they fell in love with, and subsequently bought, Goldsborough Hall in 2005.

The 400-year-old property was a nursing home in a state of disrepair when the Oglesbys set eyes on it, but its rich history and beautiful gardens meant they saw past

its flaws and were besotted.

Clare studied history at university and has spent a lot of time researching Goldsborough Hall’s past. It turns out that Byerley Turk – one of the three ancestors of all thoroughbred racehorses – is buried here, and the hall was once home to a royal princess.

In the 1920s, Goldsborough village became famous when Princess Mary, the Queen's aunt, came to live at Goldsborough

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Hall, after her marriage to Viscount Lascelles.

His family had owned the estate since the 1750s.

This remarkable piece of history was one of the key reasons Clare and Mark couldn’t let the estate fall prey to the hands of developers. And so Mark sold his telecoms company and one of the most private and beautiful places in Yorkshire – along with 12 acres of landscaped grounds – became the place they call home.

Work on the ground floor began immediately and they soon realised houses like this are built for entertaining. “We knew we had to give the hall a reason to exist and wanted to create a unique way in which people could come and enjoy this historic house and setting, while still maintaining it as our family home,” Clare says.

They started hosting weddings the following year and it’s easy to see why the hall is now in such demand. The stunning grounds somehow manage to provide both grandeur and ad intimacy and few venues come with such a fascinating past. They also continued to renovate other rooms in the house. Inviting strangers into your home might seem like an odd concept, but the family – which includes Clare and Mark, their daughter Charlotte, Mark’s daughter Lucy and his mum, Grace – live totally separate to guests on the first floor. “Opening the hall up to the public has been a gradual thing, but we are totally self-contained – a bit like living in a flat above a shop – but much bigger,” Clare laughs.

As you would expect with such an enormous project, the renovation is a work in progress. “There’s maintenance constantly ongoing and we are always on with something, but our floor is slowly coming together.” Currently, they are working on the building next door and, when it’s completed this summer, there will be an extra six guest rooms, making a total of 12.

But while Goldsborough Hall isn’t classed a hotel, a stay here is far from a typical B&B experience. Take the Lascelles Suite for example; a room with fantastic views across open parkland, its own 150in surround-sound cinema screen and – most impressively – a sunken whirlpool bath in the bay overlooking the gardens.

If food is your forte, Goldsborough Hall offers a number of opportunities to dine in style, including an a la carte menu and a seven-course gourmet dinner. Those looking for something a little more relaxed can choose from a selection of lighter bites from the garden menu. And then, of course, there are the delights of afternoon tea. There is something very special about taking tea in a stately home like Goldsborough Hall, especially with a tour of the spectacular

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‘We knew we had to give the hall a reason to exist and wanted to create a unique way in which people could come and enjoy this historic house and setting, while still maintaining it as our family home.’

gardens, or while drinking in the beautiful view form the terrace.

The gardens are Clare’s pride and joy and she is honoured to open them to the public twice a year for the National Garden Scheme. After all, Clare says, the whole point of opening the hall is so others have the opportunity to enjoy a unique stately home experience. “By us living onsite we can make sure everything is how it needs to be – it’s more of an intimate family feel.”

Despite their dedication to the hall, the family do still manage to get away every now again, thanks to their fantastic staff. But with a home as glorious as Goldsborough Hall, it’s hardly surprising that they rarely stay away too long.

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NS Fashion

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RIGHT: Paul Smith jacket, £345, trousers, £284 and top £171, and Sensoe sandals £130. All from Lynx Harrogate, 20 West Park, Harrogate HG1 1BJ. Tel: 01423 521404

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NS Health

Mr Oliver Kayes, is a consultant urologist at Spire Leeds Hospital and Leeds Teaching Hospital Trust. He is also an Honorary Senior Lecturer.

Question: I have been diagnosed with an enlarged prostate and have been advised that there is now an alternative treatment to long term drug therapy and the more invasive surgical options.

What is involved and what are the benefits and advantages over the current treatment options for me?

Answer: It is not uncommon for men to have problems with their ‘waterworks’ which may be a symptom of an enlarging prostate gland.

This particular condition is known as benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH) and is increasingly more common in men over the age of 50. It should be defined separately from other conditions such as prostate cancer, prostatitis, bladder problems and urethral strictures.

Traditional treatments would usually focus on conservative measures (e.g. avoiding alcohol and caffeine, bladder training etc) to improve mild symptoms. As symptoms increase it may be necessary to consider medical treatments to relax the prostate muscle or shrink the prostate. These medicines are very successful particularly in men with potential for longer term prostate growth and worsening symptoms. Side effects can be limiting, particularly sexual dysfunction in some men. If the symptoms get worse or men stop passing urine altogether then surgery is indicated.

Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is the best known operation for men with persistent symptoms, or for men who fail on medical therapy. The technique involves removing prostate tissue More recently, a new technique called Urolift has been developed to treat men with moderate to severe symptoms, without the need for invasive surgery such as TURP. Urolift involves the insertion of surgical staples into the prostate. The staples hold the prostate channel open (like tying back a pair of curtains) and allow men to pass urine more easily. The major advantages are that the procedure can be performed as a day case operation, a urinary catheter is often not required and a speedy recovery whilst preserving sexual function is achievable.

Urolift also offers a new treatment option for men who wish to discontinue their medical therapy entirely.

Problematic prostates can affect men at any age and a full assessment to diagnose the underlying problem is essential.

Men suffering from BPH should speak to their GP and, if necessary, seek an opinion from a consultant urologist who can then inform them about appropriate, bespoke treatment.

For further information please contact: Spire Leeds Hospital Tel. 0113 218 5967/77 Email: info@spireleeds.com

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A great, quality pair of shoes can complete an outfit and should take pride of place in every man’s wardrobe.

Once you purchase a pair of handsome, comfortable and durable shoes, it’s important to keep them in tip-top condition. At a time when many people live by the adage ‘buy cheap, buy twice’, it is important to remember that shoes are worth investing in and taking care of.

Following traditional, time-honoured practices in shoe repair, The Ilkley Shoe Company adheres to this belief. With years of experience in the industry, this independent family business is well-placed to cater for all your shoe repair needs.

Joint owners Paul Craggs and his dad Peter founded The Ilkley Shoe Company in 2011, after working all their lives in their family trade, which began back in 1933.

Peter has worked in traditional shoe repair for over 50 years and he passed on his knowledge to his son from an early age. Fresh

out of school at age 16, Paul started training with his dad and learnt everything he knows on the job. Now with 30 years’ experience and skills, he is the best person to ask for advice when purchasing a handmade shoe.

The friendly team has also recently expanded to welcome shoe repairer Sean, and Ruth, who acts as front of house, to provide the very best customer service.

Only the finest handmade footwear occupies the shelves at The Ilkley Shoe Company and they are best known for their quality range of gentleman’s shoes, perfectly suited for work attire, smart clothes and special occasion wear.

All of their shoes are carefully handmade by a team of master craftsmen to withstand years of wear. If the price tags seem a little steeper than the high street, it’s only because these shoes are far superior in quality.

Their most popular brands include Loake, Barker, Cheaney, Tricker’s and Sebago. Hunter wellington boots are also available for when those spring showers strike.

The lightweight and robust deck shoes from Sebago are ideal for lazy summer days or pottering around the garden

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Stylish and sleek, Barker offers a contemporary take on classic shoes, while new designs by Loake are plain but classy, perfect for pairing with a suit for a special occasion.

The lightweight and robust deck shoes from Sebago are ideal for lazy summer days or pottering around the garden or, for the more adventurous, rugged shoes by Cheaney have strong soles designed for country walks and outdoor pursuits, while still retaining a stylish appearance.

Although high-end footwear and shoe repairs are their main source of business, The Ilkley Shoe Company also offers dry cleaning, clothes repair and key cutting services.

Keep an eye out as they will soon be introducing more clothing into the store. The latest additions include an array of leather coats, as well as coats and jackets by Jack Murphy.

If you can’t find what you’re looking for, the team pride themselves on their excellent product knowledge and customer service.

They always do their best to go the extra mile for customers, including ordering stock into store and offering an update service with texts and calls when products arrive.

At The Ilkley Shoe Company you can be sure of a warm Yorkshire welcome, fantastic service, quality men’s footwear and an exceptional shoe repair service that ensures the men of Leeds always put their best foot forward.

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

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Barker. Stylish and sleek.

This contemporary classic is a real head turner.

Also available with Burgundy Suede.

Loake. New from Loake the Drake in tan.

Ideal for summer weddings, plain but classy.

Also available in Brown and Black.

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

Sebago. Step out into the summer in these Sebago deck shoes. The Triton Three Eye is lightweight and robust.

Ideal for lazy summer days, pottering about.

Also available in Tan.

Cheaney. Cheaney shoes don’t get better than these Veldtschoen beauties. Rugged Commando soles for country walks and Almond Grain uppers that always look great.

Also available in Burgundy Grain.

Recognised for their quality and their commitment to clients needs & understanding the value in long term client relationships Specialising in Wills, Trusts, Litigation and Matrimonial Harrogate Office 6 North Park Road Harrogate North Yorkshire HG1 5PA T: 01423 502211 F: 01423 503835 W: www.barbertitleys.co.uk

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NS Beauty

RIGHT: Issey Miyake L’Eau d’Issey City Blossom Limited Edition 50ml EDT, £51.

Available at House of Fraser www.houseof fraser.co.uk

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Put a spring in your step with these floral must-haves, writes Stephanie Burns.

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RIGHT: Melvita bouquet floral cleansing micellar water, £16. Available at www.uk.melvita. com FAR RIGHT: Jo Malone London Blue Skies & Blossoms, £86.

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Enjoy Quality Produce Straight from the Farm.

At the heart of Tancred Farm Shop is the Butchery. The Hullah family have been pig farmers for over 30 years and now are able to sell their own reared produce on site along with meat sourced from local producers.

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The staff at Tancred Farm Shop will help you create a superb meal for all the family or create you something perfect for a summer BBQ including marinated kebabs, homemade burgers, award winning sausages or homemade sausages rolls, accompaniments and drinks for a picnic.

The Coffee shop offers an excellent opportunity to call in for breakfast or a quick cup of tea and a cake or perhaps even to stay for lunch. Our meals are freshly made to order, and homemade cakes are served all day, along with a large selection of coffees, teas and soft drinks.

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The jewel of the Med The Fortina Spa Resort offers the ultimate five-star relaxation experience in one of Europe’s most beguiling destinations.

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his is the perfect time to visit Malta, and a stay at the five-star Fortina Spa Resort is the perfect option. Surrounded by azure sea, Malta is the precious jewel in the Mediterranean’s crown, and at this time of year the countryside is vibrant with wildlife, and the weather is pleasant.You’ll be able to enjoy plenty of outdoor daytime activities, with evening walks along the promenade and al fresco dining by night.

Malta’s luxurious Fortina Spa Resort offers something for everyone and is ideally situated for a relaxing and fascinating break.

Located 300 metres from central Sliema, the Fortina Spa Resort is a beautifully designed 17-storey hotel, with stunning views over the harbour to the capital,Valletta.

Voted Capital of Culture 2018, this fortified city thrives with café and retail culture, and really comes to life in the evenings, with many popular spots for socialising and dining. Valletta is a fascinating

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blend of medieval and contemporary architecture; the most recent addition, City Gate, is designed by the world-renowned architect Renzo Piano of Shard fame.

Malta boasts more UNESCO heritage

and archaeological sites per square mile than anywhere else in Europe. The Hagar Qim and Mnajdra temples claim to be older than the pyramids, and provide a fascinating insight into daily life dating back thousands of years.

The ‘silent city’ of Mdina, thirty minutes away from the resort, is perfect for a magical stroll and some delightful afternoon refreshments at one of the tearooms located there.

For breathtaking natural beauty and tranquillity, a visit to Malta’s sister island, Gozo, will calm even the busiest mind. The island’s dramatic coastlines and cliff-side walks are made for exploring, and the beaches here enjoy warm sands and turquoise waters.

Boat trips and diving lessons can be booked through the resort’s concierge service, whilst for those who prefer to stay closer to the premises there’s relaxing harbour walks and shopping at The Point retail centre.

If all that activity has been exhausting, then guests at The Fortina Spa Resort can enjoy the state-of-the art 50 sqm Therapeutic Spa bedrooms that boast energising mattresses and bedding. Luxuriate in the

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various facilities provided in these exclusive rooms, such as a therapeutic bath, steam showers, a Dermalife machine and private spa.

Featuring saunas, steam rooms, reflexology basins, Roman Laconiums and much more, the Spa Santé is the perfect place to while away an afternoon relaxing with friends. For a more powerful treatment, the

Fortina’s Spa Mediterranee offers Thalasso treatments, operated by highly qualified physiotherapists, as well as a deeply soothing hydrotherapy pool.

For pampering at the highest level, book a treatment at the Belle Epoque beauty spa.You can experience the Japanese room or the Turkish mud bath, enjoy Chinese or Thai massage, or take a soak in the Cleopatra bath.

For all-round healing, visit the Hypogeum for Ayurveda, ancient Chinese and other complementary therapies.

When the sun sets, it’s time to enjoy one of the Fortina Spa Resort’s seven awardwinning restaurants. From an authentic taste of India at Sa Re Ga Ma to sushi fusion at Moroboshi, let your taste buds be tantalised by these delicious dining options.

Those more interested in trying Malta’s local fare can indulge in some fine wines and sophisticated dining in any number of beautiful locations, offering traditional and cutting edge cuisine. Cocktails can be enjoyed in the areas of Portomaso and the Valletta Waterfront.

It’s just a short trip from the resort to nearby St Julian's, where you can dance the night away and mingle with Malta’s beautiful people at the many local bars and dance clubs; be sure to find your way to the chic cocktail bar located 22 storeys high, for a breathtaking view of the island shimmering at night.

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Leeds set to celebrate its rich culinary delights… and the organisers want you to try out something different, writes Hannah Pearson.

Foodie fiesta!

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he city of Leeds has long been a first-class destination for fine food and drink, boasting some of the best restaurants in the region. To celebrate this gastronomic success, the Leeds Food and Drink Festival was launched ten years ago to champion all that the city has to offer and entice hordes of people to its food stands and culinary demonstrations.

The streets of Leeds will soon be alive with the sound of chopping, munching and sizzling once more as – from 22 May until 7 June – the Leeds Food and Drink Festival will return for its tenth year. Culinary discovery is the focus of this year’s festival, which closes a month-long celebration of the city’s food and drink scene.

The annual festival, which last year helped to attract more than three million people to the city centre, is will be bigger than ever with a two-week programme designed to delight and inspire the taste buds.

This year’s theme is discovery with

‘The fact that Leeds is one of only two UK cities to hold a monthlong celebration of its food and drink scene shows the breadth, diversity and quality of restaurants, chefs and products that we have on our doorstep.’

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organisers inviting food lovers from across the country to try something new – whether it’s a Yorkshire-brewed craft beer, a tasty new recipe, or simply a traditional classic you’ve never had before.

The celebration is calling on local businesses to sign up for free to take part in the festival, which culminates with the Yorkshire Post Food and Drink Show in Millennium Square on 5-7 June.

The festival, which is organised by Leeds City Council in partnership with the Yorkshire Post, aims to build on the fantastic level of involvement of over 200 local businesses in 2014 and establish itself as the biggest and best urban food and drink festival in the UK. Councillor Gerry Harper said: “Leeds Food and Drink Festival offers a fantastic opportunity to attract visitors to the city and for them to engage with the strong foodie community that has formed here.

“From independent coffee shops to wellknown restaurant chains, there is something

Photograph: David Lindsay for Leeds Food and Drink Festival

to please every palate and I’m looking forward to seeing what the restaurateurs, shop owners and producers do to celebrate the two-week spectacular.”

This year, the organisers are working in collaboration with the Leeds Indie Food Festival, which takes place from 7-24 May, create a unique month-long celebration.

The headline sponsor is Asda, the leading UK supermarket, which is based in Leeds.

Asda’s chief customer officer, Barry Williams, said: “We are delighted to be partnering with Leeds Food and Drink Festival for a fourth year and to be celebrating the fantastic local produce, entrepreneurial spirit and ever-evolving culture of food that exists within our great city.

“We’re very proud to support such a prominent event and hope to inspire even more people to pick up a pan and discover the pleasure of cooking.”

Deborah Copeland, director of communications at Leeds and Partners, which is helping deliver the festival, added: “Leeds Food and Drink Festival has become a standout event in the food lover’s calendar.

We have big ambitions for this year and we will continue to raise the bar of urban food festivals.

“The fact that Leeds is one of only two UK cities to hold a month-long celebration of its food and drink scene shows the breadth, diversity and quality of restaurants, chefs and products that we have on our doorstep.”

To find out more about Leeds Food and Drink Festival or to sign up to host an event, visit www.leedsfoodanddrinkfestival.com.

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Summer Dining at Goldsborough Hall Our Head Chef Paul Richardson-Mackie has been working his magic to create fantastic culinary delights for Summer 2015.

Dinner served in the elegant candle lit dining room, afternoon tea around the croquet lawn and champagne picnics served in the 12 acres surrounding the former Royal residence of HRH Princess Mary.

Yorkshire foodies say: "One thing’s for sure; even in its restaurant infancy, Goldsborough Hall is playing with the big boys" "Goldsborough Hall’s Dining Room is now open for business, and if you’re looking for a sense of occasion, grandeur and history, this is the place" Please call the Hall to make your reservation to dine, visit and stay.

Telephone 01423 867321

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Tony Reece of The Shoulder of Mutton Our menu features traditional pub classics and specials that have a modern twist on classical dishes. We also specialise in gluten-free food.

One of our most popular dishes at the moment is our ‘Shoulder of Mutton’ dish – slow-braised shoulder of lamb cooked for over two hours in its own juices, served in a rich mint and redcurrant gravy with dauphinoise potatoes.

My favourite things about being a chef are being part of a close knit team and working together to achieve culinary excellence in the dishes we create.

Tony Reece (right) and his team

Main Street, Kirkby Overblow, Harrogate, HG3 1HD Tel: 01423 871205 www.shoulderofmuttonharrogate.co.uk

Kitchen secrets Some of the region’s top chefs tell Northside what they love about their jobs.

John Schwarz of Judges Country House Hotel I have been serving modern English food at Judges Country House Hotel for nine years and would describe my typical working day as ‘fire fighting’.

The best part of my job is working alongside my general manager and I’m always looking for my next signature dish.

My advice for aspiring chefs is to learn a little about lots of things and then learn it all again but in greater detail. Take on board what you are being taught and work hard.

Kirklevington Hall, Kirklevington,Yarm,TS15 9LW Tel: 01642 789000 www.judgeshotel.co.uk

Paul Richardson-Mackie of Goldsborough Hall We serve modern English food using fresh local and seasonal produce. Guests can choose from the five course dining menu or the less formal garden menu.

At the moment we have a curried monkfish dish with potato galette, savoy cabbage and mussel velouté which is a very popular.

I’ve found that it’s the little things that matter to guests. If they have a particular request that isn’t on the menus I try my utmost to create it for them.

Getting great feedback about the food and the great service is what makes my job really enjoyable.

Church Street, Goldsborough, Knaresborough, HG5 8NR Tel: 01423 867321 www.goldsboroughhall.com

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Oliver Stewart of Ripley Castle Each morning I visit the castle kitchen garden to see what is ready to pick. We use a lot of estate produce from our garden, including birds and deer shot on the estate and herbs and plants foraged from the land.

I have worked in Michelin-star kitchens, five star hotels, country house hotels and corporate hotels and feel I have a great balance of cooking.

One of my favourite dishes is poached wild duck breast with sorrel and confit leg cannelloni, wilted gem lettuce and sautéed chanterelles.

Ripley, Harrogate, HG3 3AY Tel: 01423 770152 www.ripleycastle.co.uk

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Nyk Snook of The Anchor at Whixley

Christian Cox of Haley & Clifford

The Anchor is well known for its traditional home-cooked English food and roast meats, including our locally sourced, excellent quality beef and pork. Also, firm customer favourites are the Anchor steak and ale pie and our slow-braised lamb shoulder with rosemary and redcurrant.

My day usually involves planning and preparing the day’s menu to include seasonal items; checking availability and forecasting the week’s business, and meeting and serving our customers.

Young chefs should attend catering college to learn the basics of cookery and underpin this with planned experience in a variety of good establishments to gain a full understanding of the catering industry.

At Haley & Clifford we sell a range of salads, savouries, sandwiches, soups and fabulous cakes. My signature dish is a spinach, tapenade, tomato and goat’s cheese pie.

My day starts at 8am with our lovely local fruit-and-veg man. This is followed by ten hours of hectic cake baking, salad spinning, corporate catering and recipe development.

There’s a huge satisfaction in designing recipes and seeing them go from the drawing board to a customer’s plate.

Chefs must be prepared for hard work and never lose their passion.

New Road,Whixley,York,YO26 8AG Tel: 01423 330432 www.anchorinnwhixley.com

43 Street Lane, Leeds, LS8 1AP Tel: 0113 237 0334 www.haleyandclifford.co.uk

Tim Hamer of Vavasour Restaurant at Hazlewood Castle

Marek Juszczyk of The Malt Shovel For the last 18 months, I’ve been serving a seasonally changing menu at The Malt Shovel, which reflects traditional British styles with some French and Pan Asian influences.

All of our ingredients are sourced locally, and we run a daily changing fresh fish and specials board. My main objective is to make sure that our customers are happy by serving the best quality food.

I have many dishes that I enjoy cooking that feature on the menu at The Malt Shovel, and these tend to be our best sellers.

Our menu comprises modern English food and there is one dish that very rarely comes off the menu; a crispy duck egg with fried cauliflower cheese and buttered asparagus. We all love it here and the customers seem to too.

I’ve been at Hazlewood Castle for the last seven years and, at this stage in my career, I enjoy watching younger chefs develop. My advice for them is to sleep lots, eat at good restaurants for ideas, taste everything and listen to your head chef – he’s always right!

Paradise Lane. Hazlewood,Tadcaster, LS24 9NJ Tel: 01937 535 353 www.hazlewood-castle.co.uk

Brearton, Harrogate, HG3 3BX Tel: 01423 862929 www.themaltshovelbrearton.co.uk

David Siddall of The Chequers Inn I’ve been at The Chequers Inn for 15 years and I love knowing that at the end of a long day, customers are satisfied and happy.

We offer a mix of traditional bar food, as well as classic French cooking with a modern twist.

As well as ordering and preparing food each day, cooking starters and mains and ensuring the food is presented well, I also try to motivate the kitchen staff so we always maintain our high standards.

Aspiring chefs need dedication, imagination, flair, passion, high standards and a sense of humour.

Ledsham, Leeds, LS25 5LP Tel: 01977 683135 www.thechequersinn.com

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Darren Danby of Fifty50 I’ve been at Fifty50 since it opened last December. We serve favourites such as Yorkshire hand-stretched pizzas, gourmet burgers and ribs cooked low and slow.

My typical working day involves creating specials, perfecting recipes, general prep work and growing our business to our customer’s needs. I love the buzz of service, trying new products and experimenting with food.

If you like social hours and consider yourself a quiet, retiring person that doesn’t enjoy a mad atmosphere, then I wouldn’t advise you to become a chef. But, if you’re prepared to work hard and listen to the right guys, then you’ll go far.

146 High Street, Boston Spa, LS23 6BW Tel: 01937 841038 www.fifty50bostonspa.co.uk

Wayne Brimicombe of Charlie Bretts Bretts was opened in 1919 and has done remarkably well throughout its years. We took it over last year and have completed an extensive refurbishment. It has now been rebranded as Charlie Bretts.

We specialise in fish and seafood and I speak to our suppliers daily so I can order fish straight from the boat before it’s even been landed.

We also take care of our meat eaters by serving steaks, local game, different pies and more adventurous meats such as kangaroo and ostrich.

12-14 North Lane, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 3HE Tel: 0113 232 3344

Norman Mackenzie of Feversham Arms Hotel & Verbena Spa I am a keen forager and our menus reflect what can be found in the vast countryside surrounding the hotel. I quite often make stops on my drive into work to check my favourite foraging spots.

We use modern techniques but our traditional British values influence every dish. My current favourite is crépinette of Texel lamb with black pudding, onion purée and girolles.

Being a chef is a lifestyle, not a job.You do have to prepare for some personal sacrifices, but the rewards from what you learn are invaluable.

Helmsley, North Yorkshire,YO62 5AG Tel: 01439 770 766 www.fevershamarmshotel.com

Filippo Pagani of San Carlo Flying Pizza I always drink an espresso first thing in the morning to kick start the day; it’s an Italian tradition I’ve kept up since moving to the UK. We get very busy so, after doing the prep, checking the deliveries and ensuring the kitchen has been properly sterilised, we have a team talk about the day ahead, sharing updates about any big bookings and new dishes on the menu.

We then get straight on to wowing the guests with our fantastic authentic Italian food, created using the highest quality ingredients.

60 Street Lane, Roundhay, Leeds, LS8 2DQ Tel: 0113 266 6501 www.sancarlo.co.uk/flyingpizza

Ash Johnson of The Cairn Hotel The best thing about being a chef is the creativity and I love it when the customer sees the final product.

I also enjoy the high pressure and stress of the kitchen; it’s a real buzz.

My favourite dish is pheasant breast topped with a wild mushroom farce wrapped in puff pastry and served with pickled red cabbage, glazed Chantenay carrots and thyme jus.

Being a chef is a very hard job and can be very tedious when first starting. But as long as you put the hours in and grit your teeth, you will make it.

Ripon Road, Harrogate, HG1 2JD Tel: 01423 504005 www.strathmorehotels.com/Cairn+Hotel

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The Italian doyen of dining

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From humble beginnings to a multi-million-pound empire, Carlo Distefano’s ‘magic touch’ shows no signs of fading.

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ike a good pizza dough, septuagenarian Italian restaurateur Carlo Distefano has had an impressive rise in fortunes. From sweeping café floors in his native Sicily – and arriving in the UK with just £12 in his pocket – he has singlehandedly built one of the UK’s greatest independent restaurant chains, San Carlo, serving authentic Italian cuisine to a loyal band of old and new customers.

Returning to his roots in Leeds after 35 years in the restaurant business in 2011 – bringing his magic touch to his favourite family haunt The Flying Pizza restaurant in Roundhay – good food and hard work have always been central to the restaurant supremo’s ethos.

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Ragusa markets in Sicily, to his first forays into the industry sweeping floors and delivering espressos from local cafes, Distefano turned £12, tucked into his jacket pocket as he arrived in Leeds in the 1960s – and a stint as a barber at a Leeds’ hairdresser – into a multimillion pound restaurant business, employing more than 900 staff and running 18 venues across the world, including two in Leeds.

Despite being in his seventies, he continues to work seven days a week alongside his two sons Marcello, 36, now managing director, and Alessandro, 26, and daughters Sacha and Marissa. And, although he professes to “get bored easily”

by holidays, he travels to his native Italy with the family on a regular basis soaking up his favourite foods and training San Carlo chefs in the fine art of proper Italian cuisine.

Despite 22 prestigious food and drink awards under his belt, a 30-year friendship with top chef Aldo Zilli (now chef concierge for San Carlo) and catering to stars such as Liam Gallagher, David Beckham, Russell Crowe and the Manchester United football team, Carlo remains level-headed – eating lunch at his Leeds restaurants every Saturday, and declaring: “you just have to imagine how you would like to eat yourself”.

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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Deliciously San Carlo Try al fresco dining with the taste of Italy this summer.

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ith spring well and truly in full swing, no doubt you’ll be looking for that perfect spot to while away those long, warm summer evenings. Combining an understated yet sophisticated charm with wonderfully authentic Italian cooking, you need not look any further than San Carlo in Leeds this summer season.

Bringing vibrant and fervent Italian cooking flair to the UK, the family-run team offers the very best in genuine Italian cuisine – and with a track record of delighting customers for over three decades, there’s no doubt that San Carlo has gained a reputation for food that’s hard to resist.

Passionate in the notion of ‘family first’, this team of people recognise the delights of hearty, simple dishes

made with only the finest ingredients, as well as spoonfuls of love and care. 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 of our dishes are masterminded by chef consigliere, Aldo Zilli.

It’s not just the food that the team at San Carlo hold close to their hearts – San Carlo Leeds offers an unrivalled serene yet stylish, airy yet comfortable atmosphere. Boasting a striking iced seafood display set behind a beautifully hand-crafted marble bar imported from Italy, along with a full team of Italian staff, San Carlo truly brings the zest of Italy to your doorstep.

During the lead up to summer, you’ll no doubt want to take advantage of our al fresco

dining area at our second restaurant in Leeds, Flying Pizza in Roundhay. Sit outside while soaking up the sun and imagine yourself in Italy, which is made that much easier thanks to our large offering of mouth-watering delicacies including Garganelli Salsiccia & Porcini (special egg pasta with a spicy sausage 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 our website www.sancarlo.co.uk.

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Words and photography: Chris Wilson

Chips off the old block An old Headingley friend has been given a fresh new lease of life – but one thing never changes at Charlie Brett’s and that’s the quality of the food.

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ew owners, a complete makeover and a fresh start – these are heady times for Brett’s, the fish restaurant and takeaway that has been part of the Headingley scenery since 1919.

Being positioned just a firm cover drive from the home of Yorkshire cricket and Leeds Rhinos has made it a firm favourite with generations of sports lovers – back in the 1970s BBC cricket commentator John Arlott declared Brett’s haddock and chips to be the best in Britain.

Father and daughter Richard and Fiona Simpson – the new owners – have maintained the sporting links but any old customers about to make their first return visit since the recent relaunch are in for a big surprise.

The old style ‘sit-down chippy’ with takeaway attached has been remodelled for the 21st century and within the traditional Yorkshire stone cottage, which still has ivy on the walls and the familiar white signage above the front door, there is a decidedly contemporary look with light oak floors and tables, cream leather seating, white walls, a modern mural in yellow and blue Rhinos colours and a huge chalkboard menu.

Fish and chips remains at the heart of the operation, but dishes like wasabi prawns, duck gyozas and crab cakes with chilli and coriander suggest something rather more ambitious. As for kangaroo steak, well that’s just downright eccentric, although I dare say it will make the odd passing Aussie cricket lover feel at home.

The modern feel was firmly

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established when we began our meal by sharing a small loaf of warmed crusty bread, served with warm salted butter, olive oil and balsamic vinegar. So far, so contemporary.

We shared a starter platter containing a couple of battered haddock fish fingers, wasabi prawns, mussels mariniere, whitebait and crab cakes. It was all beautifully presented and sparklingly fresh; those prawns have a proper spicy kick too.

For mains, the Brett’s signature dish of haddock and chips held with the old traditions and was as good as ever. Of course it also came with a modern touch – the fish was presented on a wooden board, with chips in a small bucket and dishes of homemade tartar sauce and mushy peas on the side. What would old Arlott have said? I think he’d have taken it in his stride; he’d certainly have approved of the well-chosen wine list, and the clean sharp taste of the house sauvignon blanc.

Our other main course was the blackboard special catch of the day – an immaculately grilled whole plaice with brown shrimps, served swimming in a sea of lemon

What we ate Starters The Brett’s – haddock, wasabi prawns, mussels mariniere, whitebait and crab cakes, £14.50 Mains Haddock and chips, mushy peas, homemade tartare sauce, £9.50 Grilled whole plaice, brown shrimps, lemon & caper butter, £13.90 Desserts Waffles, cassis berries, lemon curd ice cream and warm maple syrup, £5.20 Café Gourmand, £6.99 Drinks Two medium glasses sauvignon blanc, £6.60 each Pot of tea, £1.80 Charlie Brett’s 12-14 North Lane, Leeds LS6 3HE Tel: 0113 232 3355

and caper butter sauce. This was a fabulous dish worthy of the grandest seafood restaurant, and a portion of incredibly smooth mashed potato soaked up the rich-yet-sharp sauce perfectly.

When it comes to something sweet to finish, traditional rib-sticking puds like bread and butter pudding and classic sherry trifle rub shoulders with hot chocolate fondants and waffles with cassis berries and lemon curd ice cream. I opted for the French classic dessert Café Gourmand – a trio of taster-sized sweet treats served with good, strong coffee.

With a fresh, vibrant look and a creative menu that breaks new ground while paying full respect to its history, an iconic Leeds restaurant that will be celebrating its centenary in a few years’ time looks good for another 100 at least.

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We love what we do.

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NS Kitchens

Masterchef masterclass TV champion cook Steven Edwards shows off his skills using appliances exclusive to in-toto – one of the region’s leading kitchen showrooms.

Words: Fiona Barber

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eading supplier of kitchen furniture and appliances, in-toto Leeds recently hosted an exciting live cookery demonstration event, where MasterChef: The Professionals’ champion Steven Edwards wowed customers with his culinary flair.

The event was held so customers could see the impressive Bauknecht appliances (a range exclusive to in-toto) in action. Steven loves Bauknecht appliances so much that he became the brand ambassador in the UK. The inspirational chef has trained in some of the best AA Rosette and Michelin-starred kitchens across the UK and as an acclaimed

chef, he demands hard-working appliances with optimum efficiency, reliability and creative cooking functions. Bauknecht appliances have the award-winning performance to deliver perfect results each and every time.

Throughout the day, Steven demonstrated the Bauknecht appliances, highlighting the features and benefits of the products, explaining the different functions and the induction oven (Bauknecht are the first appliance manufacturer to have an induction feature on their ovens) and also the crisp plate feature on the microwave.

Customers old and new turned out,

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60 seconds with kitchen designer Matthew Mason Matthew Mason has worked in the kitchen design industry for over 25 years and has been a designer at in-toto Leeds for five years.

eager to see a professional chef in action close up. And Steven did not disappoint, by creating mouth-watering treats for the audience, including fish, cockles, belly pork, Bruschetta, and the show stopping honey cake, which he cooked on MasterChef: The Professionals.

Steven was also on hand to give out tips and hints and answer any questions customers had. in-toto Leeds owner Stuart Chadwick says the event was held to raise awareness of the fantastic products they offer and was a great success. “We wanted to create an informal fun day that would give customers the opportunity to visit the showroom and feel relaxed without any sales pressure.

“There was an excellent turn-out and it was great to see colleagues from our head office, who were keen to see Steven in action again, as most had been on the Bauknecht training.

“We were extremely happy with the positive response we had from customers and would like to thank all that attended for making it such a special day. Hopefully we have inspired people to try new things and understand how to get the best out of their appliances.”

To discover the Bauknecht legend for yourself, you can view the brochure online at www.bauknechtappliances.co.uk.

How did you begin your design career?

I had an eye for creativity from a young age and went on to study interior and exhibition design at Bradford College. I’ve worked in many areas of kitchen design since 1989, including surveying and product design, which taught me all about kitchen trends and means I easily pick up on what’s current.

What do you enjoy about working for the company?

I like the fact that the customers can really stretch your design abilities. People generally know what they want and – rightly so – won’t just accept anything. My job is a lot about listening to the needs of customers and we go above and beyond to create dream kitchens.

What does a typical day involve?

My days can include visiting sites and project managing to make sure things are going to look like they should. As well as dealing with orders, pre-

dominately I come up with design ideas and make sure these are exactly what the customer wants Hand sketches are a great way of showing customers how we solve issues, like lack of storage or space.

Stuart goes out to take measurements of the kitchen and then a technical drawing is put together on the computer, which we then present to the customer.

Where do you get inspiration from?

All over! Colours trends develop from all kinds of different industries, but a lot of the time customers have an idea of where they want a scheme to go, so they’ll direct us.

Off-whites were very much on trend, but at the moment there are a lot of greys, which are being combined with lighter colours.

What about those who don’t know what kitchen they want?

Come and talk to us. We have a lot of patience with people that need our help and advice.

We want to achieve their dream kitchen and sometimes that takes a bit of time and fine tuning, but we never rush people. Whatever your ideas or problems, we can come up with the solution. Sometimes there has to be a bit of compromise, but eventually, everything is possible.

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Joys of spring

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pring is finally upon us, which means it’s time to brighten up our homes with vibrant patterns and bold colours.

Floral prints feature heavily at this time of year, fabrics are lighter, colours are brighter and patterns capture the natural beauty of the British countryside.

Outdoors, plants and flowers begin to bloom as we give our gardens the care and attention they’ve been crying out for all winter.

Bring the joys of spring indoors with these floral accessories – guaranteed to add a splash of colour and a dash of cheer to your home.

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This two-seater sofa, upholstered in a beautiful floral watercolour fabric, will add a vintage touch to your home. Available from www.alexanderandpearl.co.uk, £945 These colourful cotton bedspreads are the perfect covers for the summer months. £49.36 from www.ecochic.com.au

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BELOW: These wooden hand painted letters are a quirky decoration guaranteed to put a spring in your step.

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A vintage bicycle is a gorgeous ornament for your plants this spring. Available from www.melodymaison.co.uk, £24.95 ABOVE: This chinoiserie chest of drawers is available in a joyful spring print from www.farrow-ball.com

RIGHT: Eye-catching floral bunting is the perfect addition to any summer garden party or special occasion. £8.99 at www.gingerray.co.uk

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BELOW: These gorgeous ceramic jugs will add an instant touch of femininity to your home. £9-£23 from www.tch.net ABOVE: This beautiful set of suitcases creates a vintage storage solution, with leather-effect handles and brass-effect clasps. www.melodymaison.co.uk, £23.95

LEFT: Wooden flower and herb storage crates are ideal for displaying your favourite plants or artificial arrangement. £24.95, www.melodymaison.co.uk

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NS Interiors

The lady of the lamps Rachel Ludlam tells Hannah Pearson how she has turned a flash of inspiration into a novel business idea.

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nspiration can be found in the unlikeliest of places and, with hard work and a spark of creativity, the smallest idea can grow into something great.

That is certainly the case for Rachel Ludlam who, in just six months, has turned a quirky idea into an innovative business.

It all started last year when Rachel was decorating the family home. Struggling to find any unusual table lamps that really caught her eye, she thought she might as well try making her own.

“I found a glass bottle of mine and my husband’s favourite French rosé, which was a good size and an unusual shape,” she says. “I filled it with corks that I had collected from the bottles we drank at special occasions, such as family holidays, birthdays and christenings.”

Sensing that she may have stumbled across an exciting idea, she made a further two lamps. Having struggled to find a lamp that complemented the guest bedroom, Rachel laboriously hand painted hundreds of marbles to fill the lamps.

The result was so stunning it prompted the idea that her newfound hobby could be a potential business idea. And so Ardan Designs was born.

The journey from Rachel’s initial idea to the creation of Ardan Designs, however, is a true example of trial and error – that includes many smashed bottles along the way!

“Ardan Designs was never a conscious business decision. It was just a spark of interest that spiraled very quickly and I figured it out as I went along,” says Rachel.

“The bottles must be drilled underwater as otherwise they get so hot that they can shatter. I learnt that the hard way and ended up with a kitchen covered in glass,” she laughs.

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“It was an interesting but messy process.”

Rachel then fills the bottles with corks, shells, marbles, recycled glass or even shotgun cartridges. Each design is handmade and it can take weeks to hand wash the materials and allow them enough time to dry. The lamp is then wired and PAT-tested for safety.

Keen to find out what other people thought of her designs, Rachel set up a stall at Hassop Hall Hotel’s annual Christmas shopping event last year. The lamps proved to be very popular and even caught the attention of some industry experts.

As a result, two of Rachel’s designs – Nassa Noir and Star Limpets – are now in stock at Sheffield’s prestigious interiors store, Ponsford, on London Road.

With 12 lamps already available, the next development for Ardan Designs is to use some exciting new materials.

Rachel will soon be receiving a delivery of mother of pearl, which should make for some beautiful new designs.

Her Cristal Jeroboam lamp already features such a rare shell that she has only been able to make four lamps due to a lack of supply.

“It is a lot of fun sourcing such unusual materials and I like to use natural substances and neutral colours as I think they suit most homes.

“I also supply the lamp shades and light bulbs to make it as simple for the customer as possible, although I can commission bespoke shades if they wish.

“Ardan Designs has been a real adventure and I’m excited to see where it will go next.”

To find out more about Ardan Designs, phone Rachel on 07977 993906 or email rachel@ardandesigns.co.uk.

Photography: : PJ O’Donnell Photography / 07590 818828

All of Rachel’s designs will soon be available to buy from her website, www.ardandesigns.co.uk.

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CUT THROUGH THE RED TAPE

Avoid any hold-ups when purchasing a new property by making sure you’re well prepared.

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o you’ve spied your dream home, found a potential buyer for your current house and everything is ticking along nicely. Sound familiar?

Probably not.

As many of us are painfully aware, before you pack boxes and hire removal vans there can often be a range of obstacles to overcome. You can’t always prevent an unreliable buyer from pulling out at the last minute or an estate agent from dragging their feet but there are a few things you can do to avoid delays and make sure your move goes as smoothly as possible.

Do the sums and know your costs Calculate how much you need to borrow on your next home, how much equity you have in your current house and how much you can use as a down-payment. Approach your existing lender to see what they can offer you and then compare this deal with others on offer.

Ensure you have your estate agent’s final fee agreed in writing and ask your solicitor to fully explain all costs associated with

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selling. Know how much you’ll need to pay in stamp duty, solicitor’s fees, survey and mortgage, and fees for the buying and selling process before deciding on your budget.

If in doubt, seek advice from an independent market-wide financial advisor.

Instruct your solicitors early Preparation is key, so it’s a good idea to instruct a solicitor to do your conveyancing early. Ask them to prepare a draft contract and apply for the title deeds, while you pull together all the paperwork on the property.

You will need to produce documents such as building certificates for any structural work carried out and planning and building regulation approval for applicable work.

Don’t let a sale fall through because of delays you’ve caused.

Choose the right buyer The person who offers the highest price is not always the best choice. Listen to your estate agent’s advice on buyers and push them to find out as much about their circumstances as possible.

How are they financing the purchase?

Cash buyers are best, but if they are raising a mortgage ask to see a mortgage ‘in principle’ letter from their lender. Are they part of a chain? If they have something to sell, then it should be under offer before you take your property off the market.

If you know your buyer and how their finances are in place, then there should be fewer potential hurdles.

Hold the deal together Be prepared to compromise on your price range and request offers be made in writing.

Decide early on whether you want to keep all your furniture, curtains and white goods as many of these items may not suit your next home and can be used as effective bargaining tools.

Keep in weekly contact with your solicitor and estate agent so you know where the conveyancing is at and how your buyer feels about the progress of the transaction. The longer it takes to reach exchange of contracts, the higher the chances of the deal falling through or of the buyer dropping their price, so stay in the know.

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

Bang & Olufsen of Leeds 452 Roundhay Road, Leeds,

The critically acclaimed BeoPlay A9 music system now features Bluetooth 4.0 streaming and built-in access to Spotify Connect, Deezer and TuneIn - £1,699.

Uffizzi Interiors 1-2 Elizabeth Court, Collingham,

LEFT: Abbeyglen in leitrim plaid

Leeds, LS22 5JL Tel: 01937 574141 www.uffizzi-interiors.co.uk

RIGHT: Silvia Mini steel lamp shade (£49) shown on tripod table lamp base (£39) both by VITA

Lora XL lampshade by VITA - £99

RIGHT: Bell Twist in Japanese sun From the Whimsical range by Cole & Sons, this vibrant yet timeless design is called Cabaret. Its carnival imagery and colouring, featuring whirling dancers, is simply magical.

Interceramica Unit 13A, Hornbeam Park Oval,

Harrogate, HG2 8RB Tel: 01423 816200 236 Easterly Road, Leeds, LS8 3ES Tel: 0113 249 0041 www.interceramicadirect.co.uk Custom-made basin cabinet.

Urban Concrete rectified porcelain on floor and wall with feature contrast mosaic with blue accent.

Halo-effect lighting, including under the bath.

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Waltons Fine Furnishings 46-50 Leeds Road, Ilkley, LS29 8DS Tel: 01943 600571 www.waltonsfinefurnishings.co.uk A fine selection of Brintons carpets are available at Waltons Fine Furnishings.

James Brindley 16 High Street, Wetherby, LS22 6LT. Tel: 01937 862951 29-31 James Street, Harrogate, HG1 1QY. Tel: 01423 581196 www.jamesbrindley.com

Glass flute boxed set of two - £49.95

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THE HEAD SAYS YES. THE HEART SAYS DEFINITELY, YES.

MASERATI GHIBLI. THE ABSOLUTE OPPOSITE OF ORDINARY. STARTING FROM £49,160

THE NEW MASERATI GHIBLI IS POWERED BY A RANGE OF ADVANCED 3.0 LITRE V6 ENGINES WITH 8-SPEED ZF AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, INCLUDING, FOR THE FIRST TIME, A V6 TURBODIESEL ENGINE.

Official fuel consumption figures for Maserati Ghibli range in mpg (l/100km): Urban 18.0 (15.7) – 37.2 (7.6), Extra Urban 38.7 (7.3) – 56.5 (5.0), Combined 27.2 (10.4) – 47.9 (5.9). CO2 emissions 242 – 158 g/km. Fuel consumption and CO2 figures are based on standard EU tests for comparative purposes and may not reflect real driving results. Model shown is a Maserati Ghibli S at £70,608 On The Road including optional pearlescent paint at £1,776, 21” Titano design alloy wheels at £3,670 and Red brake callipers at £432. Calls will be recorded for training purposes.

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JCT600 BROOKLANDS BROOKL RING ROAD, LOWER WORTLEY LEEDS, LS12 6AA Phone: 0843 902 6508 .jct600.co.uk/brand/maserati www.jct600.co.uk/brand/maserati

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NEW DISCOVERY SPORT TAKING VERSATILITY TO NEW HEIGHTS

Meet the New Discovery Sport – the ultimate family car. The interior has flexible 5+2 seating and there’s enough load space for a day out, or a week away.

New Discovery Sport features all-new safety technologies, such as Pedestrian Airbag and Autonomous Emergency Braking System, helping it achieve a maximum five star safety rating from Euro NCAP. Call today and find out more.

Ripon Land Rover Hutton Bank, Ripon, North Yorkshire HG4 5DT

01765 646464 www.ripon.landrover.co.uk Official Fuel Consumption Figures for the New Discovery Sport range in mpg (l/100km): Urban 38.2 (7.4) – 40.4 (7.0), Extra Urban 49.6 (5.7) – 50.4 (5.6), Combined 44.8 (6.3) – 46.3 (6.1). CO2 emissions 166 – 162 g/km.

The figures provided are as a result of official manufacturer’s tests in accordance with EU legislation. A vehicle’s actual fuel consumption may differ from that achieved in such tests and these figures are for comparative purposes only. Details correct at time of going to print. Image for illustration purposes only. E&OE.

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Dream machine The Maserati Ghibli is an executive saloon that offers supercar cool at an affordable price, writes Jordan Cutforth.

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n object of passion, beauty, love, exclusivity and speed all rolled into one – some may even say a Maserati is poetry in motion.

While many people around the world aspire to own one at some point in their lives, the high price often renders this impossible. But now they’ve tackled the premium saloon market and with it comes an affordable price tag – now that sounds like a dream come true.

The Ghibli brings a sense of occasion and a certain ‘specialness’ that envelopes the driver and which its rivals simply cannot match. Maybe it’s the illustrious heritage of the company you’re buying into when you see that famous trident badge on the grill, or that it’s just insanely beautiful, or that you sense there’s a hint of Ferrari DNA flowing through its veins.

Either way, when you drive cars like this, people look at you with admiration rather than disdain, as is often the case with expensive machinery. Maybe it’s because, in a subconscious way, people feel a Maserati exists to make the world a much happier place and, because of that, they respect you for it.

Excluding its gorgeous aesthetics, the best feature of the Ghibli is probably the interior.

It has an almost designer feel to it thanks to a beautifully sculptured dashboard, a perfectly designed steering wheel and a lovely set of clear and crisp dials. It also comes with

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Specifications: Model: Maserati Ghibli 3.0-litre V6 diesel Price: £49,995 Performance: 0-62mph in 6.3 seconds Fuel consumption: 47.1 mpg (combined cycle) Will it fit in your garage? Length, 4,971mm /Width (with/without mirrors), 2,100mm/1,945mm. Height,1,461mm

Who to see: JCT600 Ring Road, Lower Wortley, Leeds, LS12 6AA Tel: 0844 844 7467 www.jct600.co.uk

Maserati’s famous dashboard-mounted analogue clock.

The leather they use is exquisite and unbelievably soft, which gives the driver a sense they’re buying a very, very high-end product. The Ghibli also comes with aluminum paddles for the 8-speed ZF automatic gearbox and they pick up the airconditioning when it’s switched on. This makes them feel cool to the touch. It’s the little things that impress.

The engines are a masterpiece too; there’s a 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 petrol with either 330hp or 410hp and a diesel with 245bhp, which returns up to 47mpg.Yes, they may not be as powerful or as economical as some rivals, but the exhaust noise they produce is just sensational. Also, all the engines are developed with Ferrari. Who else can say that?

Looking for an executive saloon? I urge you to try the Ghibli; it’ll exceed all your expectations.

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Beat the years at The Treatment Rooms

Light Lab exhibition at Leeds City Museum Several events are taking place this month at Leeds City Museum for the Light Lab Exhibition. On until 21 June, it explores the science and wonder of light through time.

FAMILY EVENTS Museums at night Torchlit tours, object handling and talks from our curators.

Thursday 14 May, 5pm-7pm / FREE Shadow Puppets and Silhouettes Make a puppet and help us to fill the museum with shadows.

Tuesday 26 and Wednesday 27 May, 10am12pm & 2pm-4pm / FREE Light Lab Activity Day Enlightening activities to explore things that glow, reflect, shine and sparkle.

Thursday 28 May, 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm / FREE Kaleidoscope Creations Create a colourful kaleidoscope!

Friday 29 May, 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm / FREE

FAMILY TRAIL Shadow Seekers Trail Make shadows as you find colours, light and darkness around the museum with this free playful trail for families.

Every Day (during opening hours) / FREE PHOTOGRAPHY LIGHTING Find out more about the role lighting can play in your photography and try different techniques with equipment you already have at home. Please bring any camera – no fancy kit needed! With award-winning photographer Sara Porter. For adults only.

Thursday 30 April and Thursday 11 June, 2-4pm Free but booking is required: 0113 224 3726 city.museum@leeds.gov.uk

CANDLEBAR lights up Leeds bar scene

CANDLEBAR has just opened on the ground floor of iconic waterside building, Candle House, in Leeds’ Granary Wharf.

An intimate venue serving 14 craft world beers, over 20 premium wines by the glass pristinely dispensed through Enomatic preservation machines, classic cocktails, real cider, and rustic pizza from an authentic Italian wood-fired oven, this latest Ossett Brewery venue intends to offer something a little different to Leeds with an impressive £300,000plus investment. It features an extensive waterside seating area outside, with stunning views straight across the Leeds-Liverpool canal.

Student art takes pride of place at Grid Thirteen

Grid Thirteen Luxury Kitchens & Living supported the 2014 ADT, which showcased student coursework.

As well as pledging funds to support the important event, Grid Thirteen was involved with judging the work to identify outstanding pieces that were considered immediately viable in the commercial market.

Owner and design director Natalie Fry said: “The artwork was outstanding, of exceptional quality, and it was difficult to choose the prize winners.

The winners were standout pieces and I would happily give them house room.”

Student Naomi Pickersgill's work has now been selected to be displayed in the design studio on Street Lane.

Richard Grafton Interiors unveils new showroom Rapidly expanding Richard Grafton Interiors has opened its third Harrogate showroom, showcasing the services of its joint venture interior architecture company Grafton Freestone.

The new 1,000 sq ft showroom, located on the corner of Montpellier Street and The Ginnel, displays Grafton Freestone’s design services. It undertakes design and installation of bathrooms and wet rooms, kitchens, dressing rooms and studies, as well as cabinetry for a variety of rooms, and also partners with technology providers to install tailored audio visual systems and cinema rooms as part of the build.

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The Treatment Rooms on Royal Parade in Harrogate is proud to offer a revolutionary, non-invasive anti-ageing treatment with epidermal growth factor from Germaine de Capucinni.

Containing EGF + HA formula and a complex that stimulates natural cell regeneration, the Synergyage facial serum has a number of benefits. These include considerably reducing the volume, length and depth of wrinkles; revitalising dull skin with instant luminosity; reducing pigmentation marks and refining skin texture.

First used successfully in reconstructive medicine, growth factors have revolutionised the skincare industry. They are currently used in aesthetic medicine due to their exceptional ability to repair and rejuvenate skin tissue.

Call 01423 875678 for more information or to make an appointment.

CFL open day at Crag House Farm The whole family will enjoy the Caring for Life (CFL) open day at Crag House Farm on Saturday 13 June, 12.30-5.30pm.

BBC Leeds’ gardening presenter Joe Maiden will be there 2.30-3.30pm and there will be farm safari rides, lamb racing, equestrian riding, driving demos, chainsaw wood carving, a free children’s area and much more.

Tickets are £5 for adults and £2.50 for under-16s, students and over-60s. Children under three are admitted for free. The last admission is 4pm.

All funds raised will be donated to CFL, helping them to continue providing housing, long-term support, friendship and daytime activities to some of Leeds’ most vulnerable people.

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THE ALL NEW JAGUAR XE. COMING SOON. FROM £26,995.

Get ready to rewrite the rules. With its F-TYPE inspired design, the new XE is coming and it’s going to be a wake-up call for every other car in its class.

With an engine range that delivers thrilling performance and impressive efficiency, the new XE will redefine the sports saloon. Find out more today.

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CO2 Emissions 194-99 g/km. Official EU Test Figures. For comparison purpose only. Real world figures may differ.

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