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‘One hell of a JOURNEY’
Hillsborough’s Cupola Gallery is celebrating its 35th anniversary with a special open
f you ask Karen Sherwood, director and curator of Cupola Gallery, how she would describe her last 35 years, she would say ‘one hell of a journey’.
Karen opened in 1991 around the corner
ground between a betting shop and a launderette – in the middle of a recession.
And there’s been plenty of adversity since.
Supertram – a three-year programme of work started almost immediately to install the tracks right outside her front door. Then there was the pandemic in 2020 and 2021. In both instances, the community rallied.
“One in four businesses went bankrupt during the construction works, it was devastating,” Karen recalls. “But I’m very stubborn and hated the idea of failing through circumstances.”
It’s this stubbornness, and the amazing support of her customers, that sees Karen celebrate such an important milestone this year. To mark the occasion, she is hosting a special open exhibition, which runs until 5 September, as well as a party on Sunday 30 August with food, drink and live jazz. And everyone is welcome.
Despite the adversity, there have been some amazing highs over the last three decades or so, not least the fact that the gallery has shown the work of more than 10,000 artists across every conceivable medium and from every corner of the globe.
“Not only have we shown painting, sculpture, printmaking, photography, glass, ceramics, textiles and jewellery, but we have showcased automata, installations, conceptual art, performance art, sound wheelchair dance!” says Karen.
turnover of approximately ten gallery exhibitions per year across our four exhibition spaces and our award-winning sculpture garden. It was and continues to be a rather crazy ride.”
This incredible diversity is currently on show at the open exhibition and is something that gets Karen really excited about art
and is something she is keen to share with her customers.
“Although Cupola cannot possibly celebrate 10,000 artists in one show, we are doing what we can to try to celebrate the incredible diversity and talent of artists by hosting a ‘salon’-type show with over 150 artists representing the diversity for which we pride ourselves,” said Graham Shapley, curator and manager who has worked with Karen for many years.
sit alongside those who are exhibiting for life and creativity. All works are for sale and visitors of all ages are welcome.”
Karen has also commissioned a poem from locally-based award-winning poet Chris Jones, which will be displayed on the end outside wall of the framing department.
Cupola Gallery has four exhibition spaces sculptures. Across this open exhibition, all spaces are being utilised.
As part of the open exhibition, the gallery is hosting a Children’s Choice prize, which is being supported by Fred Aldous. Children under the age of ten are being invited to vote for their favourite artwork in the show – they are always welcome and Karen keeps a huge bucket of Lego for their creative pleasure.
Karen is clearly humbled by reaching
the gallery, which has been fuelled further of her works amongst the many other artists on display.
“I’ve made every mistake in the book. I give business advice now – I can tell
people what not to do!”
jokes Karen. “To say it hasn’t been an easy ride is an understatement but I’m still here. I’ve shown work from all corners of the globe, I’ve shown local talent, I’ve shown people have gone on to do really well… sometimes you’ve just got to keep going.
“There is a joke in the art world that goes: ‘how do you make a small fortune from an art gallery? Answer: start with a large one! I didn’t start with a large one.”
Cupola remains one of the most respected contemporary galleries for the
in the north of England but if there’s one thing that Karen could change after 35 years, it would be for more people from out.
to get people from the
than it is to get people from London,” she laughs.
This celebratory exhibition is the perfect time to seek Cupola out.
178, 178A Middlewood Road,
Cupola Gallery
The ‘secret’ garden gallery
Karen Sherwood
The Diary
Comedy
How Far Away Are They? An evening with the cast of Phoenix Nights
Step back inside the most gloriously chaotic working men’s club in Britain for a night of stories, secrets and side-splitting
beloved characters reunite on stage. In attendance are writer and Ray Von himself Neil Fitzmaurice, Toby Foster (Les), Steve Edge (Alan), Janice Connolly (Holy Mary) and Archie Kelly (Kenny Senior). Together they’ll lift the lid on what really went on behind the scenes of the cult classic, sharing tales from rehearsals,
The Press Club, and the unforgettable experience of taking Phoenix Nights live to the Manchester Arena.
Expect candid memories, big laughs and plenty of insider gossip, followed by a live audience Q&A where you can put your questions directly to the cast.
Film
Insidious: Out of the Further
21 August
The sixth movie, belonging to the ‘Insidious’ franchise, has mother, raising her daughter in her childhood home, soon learns that she can enter The Further, a realm inhabited by lost souls. So, horror lovers, grab your popcorn and brace yourselves for the fright of your life.
Events
Day Fever
The monthly daytime disco this month features DJs Kieran Wardle, Steve Edwards and Kavita Varu.
Mamma Mia Abba Tribute
‘Abba’ return with a night of music, food and fun. The Mamma Mia tribute, hosted at the OEC, promises to provide a magical evening. The experience includes a two-course meal and a latenight bar, ensuring that the night never comes to an end. So, if you yourself are a “Dancing Queen,” then this event is for you.
Theatre
King Lear
A tale of love, betrayal and greed, The Crucible Theatre presents William Shakespeare’s ‘King Lear.’ From Star Wars to Shakespeare, the arrogant King will be played by award-winning theatre actor, Ian McDiarmid (pictured).
The story focuses on an aged king whose plan to divide his kingdom amongst his three daughters ends in tragedy. Enter a world of twists and turns, as you are transported into ancient Britain.
If you are a fan of the theatre, or just a history lover, then this play is a must see.
Festivals
Japan Fest
This festival will include authentic Japanese food, art and performances, catering to the Japanese community and creating a day immersed in culture. Learn more about the traditions and customs of Japan, as well as enjoying a day out with friends and family.
Wing Fest
If you are a food lover, then this is the place to be as 60,000 wings will be served this year by nine different vendors. From eating competitions to axe throwing, this event promises a day of
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Shoulder of Mutton
elcome to my new column highlighting all the wonderful things that are happening at Wentworth Woodhouse and across the South Yorkshire region. This summer is building up to be a sizzler, not only in terms of temperatures but also the incredible diversity of things to see and do that we now have available in our region. Over the coming months I shall be exploring the very best of what our region has to offer and sharing the highlights with you.
The team at Wentworth Woodhouse launched the 2026 exhibition ‘showcase’ Echoes of the House: Lives in Light and Motion on 7 July. The exhibition transforms the State Rooms with digital storytelling techniques, revealing unexpected and surprising stories from the house by those who shaped it and those that shape it today. Drawing inspiration from historic storytelling devices such as zoetropes and magic lanterns, the exhibition combines striking physical installations with immersive digital experiences. Visitors encounter emotional narratives of real people brought vividly to life, alongside spectacular moments of visual wonder.
Building on the success of the smallscale exhibition If Walls Could Talk from 2021, Echoes of the House embraces the spirit of Phantasmagoria: a constantly shifting world of optical effects, illusions, and fantastical assemblages, creating an exhibition that surprises, delights and reimagines how heritage stories can be told. It’s all very exciting and I believe, quite groundbreaking in the way we are delivering storytelling. The exhibition runs until the beginning of November.
For those on child-minding duty over the summer holidays don’t forget that the activity cabin at Wentworth is open throughout; sit back and relax in a deckchair and let the little ones be entertained with crafting activities and garden games. Don’t forget the sunscreen!
In July I was fortunate to be invited to the launch of the new exhibition ‘Collecting Rotherham’, a major new temporary exhibition at Clifton Park Museum.
Running until Spring 2027, the exhibition invites visitors to travel through 130 years of collecting, showcasing everything from the museum’s very oldest acquisitions to its most recent additions – including items that have never been displayed before.
Clifton Park Museum has been collecting since 1893 and now cares for over 75,000 objects. The size of the collection means they can’t display everything at once;
designed to spotlight these lesser-seen treasures. Spanning six galleries, the
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exhibition features items from the museum’s diverse collections, including Natural Sciences, Fine and Applied Arts, Archaeology, Social and Industrial History, and the York and Lancaster Regimental collection.
Far from a traditional display, the exhibition highlights the odd and eccentric, provoking ideas about the key role museum collections play in producing knowledge and histories, and how the act of collecting world. To bring these concepts to life, the exhibition features a thought-provoking, immersive experience created by Urban Projections, aka Rebecca Smith.
Set within the beautiful Clifton Park, a visit to the museum over the summer offers a full day out at no cost as admission to Clifton Park Museum and the Collecting Rotherham exhibition is free. What’s not to like?
In next month’s column I shall be happening at other attractions in the region over the summer and particularly for those who with families. Keep hydrated folks!
ABOVE: The Collecting Rotherham exhibition at Clifton Park Museum BELOW: Echoes of the House: Lives in Light Motion
Rubies are
You don’t need to be royalty to enjoy this beautiful gem. You can view a selection at PA Jewellery.
uby has been considered one of the most valuable and treasured gems throughout history. It is now the gemstone favoured for 40th wedding anniversaries and the birthstone for July, so what better time to delve into this precious gemstone…
RRubies are red; this is one of their the mineral corundum, which in other colours is known as sapphire, the red
is aluminium oxide, which is colourless, with traces of other elements providing the colour. For ruby this is typically chromium, giving a bright red hue.
therefore associated with endurance and indestructability (although they are by no
makes them very suited to regular wear, although their surfaces can scratch and abrade over time, so it is a good idea to remove rings for activities such as
housework, gardening and going to the gym.
Latin ‘Ruber’ meaning red. A little more romantically, the ancient Sanskrit language dubbed these bright red gemstones ‘Ratnaraj’: the king of precious stones. In ancient times most of the world’s rubies were found in India, and in the Hindu religion they became the most valuable of all gems.
Myanmar (formerly Burma) where the gems have been known since at least 600AD.
Myanmar and several African countries, particularly across the East of the continent.
glow from within, a property noticed as far back as Roman times, when they were said
of chromium that give them their bright when under ultraviolet light. In stones
where there is enough concentration of chromium this means that even ultraviolet wavelengths in sunlight can cause the stone to have a subtle glow. Not all rubies will contain traces of iron which suppresses this property.
You don’t need to be royalty to enjoy this beautiful gem. Ruby comes in a variety of hues, from pinkish to purplish or brownish red and an array of shapes, sizes and qualities. You can view a selection of our ruby jewellery on our website or visit us in our showroom to see more. Our showroom is staffed by experienced jewellers and gemmologists who will be pleased to answer any questions you may have and discuss this stunning gemstone with you!
PA Jewellery
The Old Bank, 23 Commonside
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Something NEW...
The Bridal Box Boutique has introduced new designer dress collections for 2026.
026 saw the introduction of a refreshed range of designer wedding gowns at The Bridal Box Boutique, including those from bridal powerhouses - Rosa Clará and Demetrios and British legends such as Ellis Bridals. They are also the primary stockist of local designer to the stars - Kay Heeley.
Claire Parish started The Bridal Box and then relocated to Stockbridge in 2023. Located on Manchester Road, it’s been the go-to place for brides-to-be looking for that perfect dress. As an Elite stockist for most of her brands, The Bridal Box Boutique has a wide range of dresses from these beautiful collections, which are beautiful, elegantly romantic and sophisticated.
Offering dresses that are as unique as the brides themselves, The Bridal Box focuses on styles which are unique to these wonderful designers.
You can view all these dresses, plus a
selection of bridal accessories, including veils, sashes, jewellery and headpieces, at the premises on Manchester Road.
Claire likes to offer brides-to-be ample time to look through their varied selection, making dress-buying an experience. She offers two types of appointments, the most popular of which is a one-to-one service that allows guests up to three hours to enjoy the full bridal experience.
“We purposely want to be a boutique experience, when it’s time for your
appointment the shop is closed and it’s all about you,” said Claire. “You will get our full attention without any interruptions. We understand wedding dress shopping can be a little stressful or overwhelming so we will make you feel comfortable and make the whole experience relaxed, fun and enjoyable.”
The Bridal Box Boutique is close to the M1 and has free parking to the rear. Appointments are available both daytime or evening, weekdays or weekends. Please contact them to discuss your requirements.
Gaining over one hundred and forty 5* Google reviews in just over four years, the customer service of this warm and friendly boutique is second to none, providing the full end-to-end service from choosing your dress to the final alterations. With an expansive inventory of luxurious dresses from exclusive designers, the owner strives to help you find the wedding outfit of your dreams in a relaxed environment.
The boutique is located in an old church school, with beautiful stained-glass windows and with the whole boutique to yourself for your full appointment, this really is the perfect place to say ‘yes to the dress’ whilst sipping on a glass of prosecco.
Longer and shorter appointments available and can be booked via the website.
Free onsite parking available | Easily accessible from the M1
Award Winning Bridal Boutique in Stocksbridge, Sheffield
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AC Bathrooms
Conveniently situated in the centre of
Rutland Road, AC Bathrooms have quickly established themselves as a premier destination for bathrooms in South Yorkshire, with plenty of ideas on displays, knowledgeable staff and exceptionally good prices, plus some amazing manager’s specials.
The showroom includes many displays from leading suppliers and space-saving ideas for en-suites and cloakrooms. They also have a great collection of walkin showers and enclosures.
The friendly sales team will be happy to spend time with you to carefully understand your requirements, and talk you through products and ideas that suit your taste and budget.
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Deepcar Home Improvements
Deepcar Home Improvements have been providing their customers with top-quality products and customer service from their Manchester Road showroom.
Owner, Ian Clancy
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Whether you’re in the market for new windows, doors, one of their bespoke conservatories, or even an extension, they’ve got the perfect products to make your house the home you’ve always wanted. With years of experience comes a level of invaluable knowledge, and the whole team at Deepcar Home Improvements take pride in the fact that not only do they provide the best products to their customers, but the best service too.
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Penistone Road – for the last 30 years. It has remained very much a family business in that time with many staff clocking up over 25 years of service.
The company has invested £500,000 over the last three years in the showroom extension, which was completed by Concept Interiors’ own trades team. The 4,000 square foot showroom space now has 24 different displays, showcasing the very best of what they have to offer.
from contemporary handleless styles to traditional shaker units as well a huge range of appliances, sinks, taps and sanitaryware to complete your room.
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Healthbeds
Smeaton Brothers and Healthbeds have been helping
By combining state of the art technology with traditional craftsmanship they are able to produce high
materials helping customers get the best night’s sleep they’ve ever had.
Choose a natural, traditional bed from the Smeaton range or select Healthbeds for hypoallergenic and Mattresses can bring you all kinds of special
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Living Well Bathrooms
After more than 27 years of trusted service, AHM Installations is proud to announce it’s rebranded to
While the name has changed, it remains the same family-run business with the same experienced team, quality workmanship, and commitment to customer care that have earned them Which? Trusted Trader status and excellent Trustpilot reviews.
stylish, practical bathrooms that enhance comfort, independence, and wellbeing. Whether you need a low-level shower, walk-in bath, or accessible wet room, you can continue to rely on them for expert advice and trusted craftsmanship.
Moonlight
Textiles
Established for over 40 years, Moonlight Textiles are a third generation family run business specialising in made-to-measure curtains, blinds, tracks and poles. Moonlight’s large showroom showcases a vast range of fabrics and designs from a
stunning room height designs from ADO and newly introduced Archroll.
Moonlight’s Abbeydale Road showroom has expert help on hand to advise on design, colour and current trends and also offers a home measure and advisory
and install your order to the highest of standards. Now’s a good time to visit as new seasonal ranges
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Call 0114 258 8555 or email sales@moonlighttextiles.co.uk to discuss your requirements.
L.M. Hill Carpets
Often called “Your local carpet shop”, they have a
They offer a huge choice of carpet and rugs in a variety of styles, designs and colours, as well as underlay and accessories at prices to suit all budgets.
design quality, combined with high durability and resistance, whilst laminate is affordable, attractive and effective – it can completely transform a room. It is also durable, easy to install and simple to maintain.
You can visit their showroom at 315 Middlewood Road, call 0114 232 2989, or visit www.lmhillcarpets.co.uk
NuLife Windows
a local family business, operating since the 1970s with Mike Knott at its helm. The showroom on Middlewood Road, now for ten years. The team,
experienced in offering solutions to improve and enhance your property.
They are more than happy to discuss how they can meet your requirements in the comfort of your own home or at the showroom.
also supply and install bi-folds, conservatories and porches.
Visit the showroom or give them a call on 0114 233
Resin Bound
Decorative Surface Dressing Systems
We are a family run business with over 25 years’ experience that always provide a personal and bespoke service to breathe new life into tired paths, driveways and hard areas.
Our products have been used on Drives, Paths, Patios, Roads and Parking areas in both the private and public sectors.
Resin bound surfacing is an exciting alternative for your driveways, decorative patio area and pathways.
With a smoother profile texture appearance than a resin bonded surface, this coating is also available in many different sizes and colours to suit your decorative requirements. The aggregate material is mixed with a suitable compound and laid on the prepared surface min 15mm in depth to provide a smooth and aesthetically pleasing bound surface.
Simply rejuvenate your drive or patio areas or even create new ones.
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Experience, quality and reliability at Deepcar Windows
In 1976 school-leaver Ian Clancy learned his trade at a local doubleglazing company before making the leap two years later of going it alone.
A young enthusiastic worker Ian was described as ‘always first on site and last on site’. It wasn’t long before the hard-working Ian bought his first and current premises on Manchester Road in Deepcar, and set up his own window company Deepcar.
These premises are now home to a new showroom featuring the latest range of products, from tiled roof system conservatories to composite doors.
Early success was to follow when in 1983 Ian was named winner of Yorkshire Televisions ‘Young Enterprise - Businessman of the year’
Ian still has the very first door made by Deepcar back in 1978. Still in perfect working order, the door sits proudly at the back of the showroom, illustrating Deepcar’s pride in their humble beginnings.
Ian beams “ Our aim is the same today as it was back then - we will provide the best products and best customer service.”
He continues “ In todays busy world we pride ourselves in looking after you the customer and will offer the same level of service whether you are having a new conservatory or a lock fixed on your window.
Ian’s son Tom and daughter Alice show the same hard-working and conscientious qualities as their father. They are now helping the successful window company build on the nearly 50 years of trading.
After nearly half a century of providing unparalleled products and service, Deepcar invite you to view the latest in home improvements at their showroom. If its experience, quality and reliability you are looking for look no further than Deepcar.
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Roman Road Systems Ltd
are everything, especially when it comes to your home. And this extends beyond your front door to your paths, patios and driveways. If they’re cracked, broken or full of weeds, it’s time to do something about it.
in. The family-run business with over 25 years’ experience can breathe new life into tired pathways, drives and patios.
services for all sizes of property, and offer our services to cover all budgets.
The business has been established in this area for many years now, with great success... they carry out all of their work to the highest possible standards, areas.
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They are expert installers of resin bound decorative surfaces which can transform hard-standing areas by creating a safe, durable and attractive surface in many all installations and Roman Road Systems currently have an autumn sale where they are offering 25 per cent off.
Sheffield Glazing
With more than 30 years’ experience in the
certainly knows his stuff when it comes to all things glazing. Having worked on both the manufacturing and installation sides of the business – and now specialising in installation – he knows this industry inside out and is proud to offer fantastic products at very reasonable prices.
manufactured to BSI standard so you have the peace of mind that your new glass has been rigorously tested
also carries out repairs on any type of frame and any aspect of glazing, including the glass in conservatory roofs and patio door units.
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Sheffield Kitchen Outlet
haven’t looked back.
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Kitchen Outlet offer a full design service and honest
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Sheffield Window Centre
generations of customers with new windows and doors and is still an important part of the business today. The showroom is located in a prime residential area to provide easy access for homeowners searching for expert advice on changing their windows and doors. range of windows and doors in a relaxed, no-pressure
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Simon and his team install all aspects of satellite television, television aerials, home entertainment systems and CCTV, both on a commercial and
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Simon is very proud of the company’s reputation for only ever carry out work that’s needed and we would never sell anything that’s not totally necessary.”
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Eliot with Bryan Adams (above) and with Howard Donald (below) with whom he has been working on new Take That material
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his 60th birthday, which he celebrated at his
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Exciting new PARTNERSHIP
The Sarah Nulty Power of Music Foundation expands across South Yorkshire with SYMCA Partnership – grant applications now open.
The Sarah Nulty Power of Music Foundation is announcing an exciting new partnership with the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) and South Yorkshire Music Hub, expanding its work beyond
the whole of South Yorkshire.
As part of this, the Foundation is inviting applications for its Open Doors Small Grants Programme, supporting grassroots music activity across the region.
“This partnership with SYMCA is a hugely exciting step forward for The Sarah Nulty Power of Music Foundation and for continuing Sarah’s legacy across South Yorkshire,” said Julie Voisey, Chair. “Sarah was deeply passionate about supporting grassroots music and creating opportunities for people and communities through music, and we are proud to continue that work in her name.
“This programme allows us to expand that support regionally while placing a particular focus on opportunities for young people. By working across South Yorkshire, we can reach more communities, support more organisations, and help ensure that access to music is truly inclusive, something that was
always central to Sarah’s vision.”
Founded in 2020, the Foundation has
reached thousands of people through its work championing grassroots music.
Through this collaboration, the Foundation is delivering the South Yorkshire Music Hub Open Doors Small Grants Programme, a pilot focused on widening access to music for children and young people aged 25 and under across Barnsley,
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Grants of £750–£2,000 are available to
• Enable inclusive music-making
• Improve access to instruments and equipment
• Remove barriers to participation
• Reach underrepresented communities
This partnership marks an important step in expanding the Foundation’s reach and building a more connected music ecosystem across South Yorkshire.
• Increase access to inclusive music opportunities
• Support grassroots organisations
• Strengthen regional partnerships and pathways
• Identify gaps to inform future investment
Toby Smith, Music Service Manager, Rotherham Music and consortium member of
are really excited to be launching this fund alongside the Sarah Nulty Power of Music Foundation. The fund will enable young people across South Yorkshire to access important musical experiences that they may not have previously had the opportunity to
the new experiences and wider reach that the Foundation will now be able to provide.”
The programme will run as a pilot throughout 2026/27, supporting 15-20
community impact.
Applications are open now and awarded on a rolling basis throughout 2026/27. Full details are available on the Foundation’s website. To apply or learn more, visit: thesarahnultypowerofmusicfoundation.co.uk
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Do you REMEMBER?
There was a bit of colour in last month’s magazine. The main showed the Dale Dyke reservoir waste-water weir at
Following the rebuilding of the reservoir on a small scale, the reservoir waste-water weir and valve tunnel/outlet were rebuilt in 1885. Today’s view is somewhat restricted by trees.
The smaller picture was taken at the junction of Loxley Road and Rodney Hill. The old water troughs still survive today. They were intended to be removed in the 1970s but because survive.
Do you recognise these pictures? Let us know and we’ll reveal all next month.
Do let us know and if you would like to send in some of your photographs for use in future editions, please write to Do You
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