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f you ever thought clubbing was just for the under-25s stumbling home at 3am, think again. Day Fever, the unstoppable daytime disco dreamt up by actor Vicky McClure, her husband Jonny Owen, and pals including Jon McClure of Reverend & The
Born from a WhatsApp chat and now heading to 24 towns and cities, Day Fever the daylight hours.
Vicky beams. “We did Nottingham, then
It all started with a simple idea.
“Jonny just said, ‘Have you ever seen those bars in town during the day? They’re
Now, this feel-good phenomenon sees people of all ages, literally from their twenties to their seventies, letting loose on
“We’ve had Jonny’s mum sneak in a bottle of gin and stash it in a bush outside of mischief, loads of laughs, and not a bit
And it’s that warmth, spontaneity, and inclusiveness that keeps people coming back.
Vicky’s voice lifts when she talks about the kind of people turning up to dance: “It’s mothers and daughters, friends reconnecting, people on chemo, people grieving. These are your nurses, your cleaners, your teachers. These are the people keeping the world spinning and now they’ve got somewhere to let go and feel
One story that’s stayed with her is a woman who had barely seen her friends or family unless it was for a wedding or a funeral.
“Now she’s got a new frock every month, and she’s out at Day Fever. She goes shopping Friday night, gets her hair done, and makes a proper event of it. That’s
Inclusivity isn’t just a buzzword here, it’s baked into the experience. “We’ve had people in wheelchairs come up on stage, and the crowd goes wild. It’s electric. We Vicky, visibly moved. “It makes your hairs
While you might catch a familiar face on the decks, Jonny, Vicky, or even Jon’s wife Laura, most Day Fever events are led by local DJs.
explains. “They know their crowd; they know what their people want to hear. And
And yes, music is taken very seriously.
“Bit of Northern Soul to kick off, disco, eighties bangers, nineties dance, a singalong, maybe some indie...but we always have Whitney. If Vicky’s there, it’s
Vicky grins: “Hits across the generations, that’s the key. We’ve done themed nights, even Christmas clubs. And we’ll ask, ‘Do you want more Christmas songs?’ and they’re like ‘nah, just give us
Regional pride plays a part too. “Manchester goes mad for Oasis, Nottingham’s got its favourites, and we says Vicky. “It’s about community, about
With so many entertainment options pricing people out, Day Fever deliberately keeps things cheap. Vicky says. “We’ve always wanted it to be affordable. A night out can be £100 easy. We didn’t want this
Jon adds: “Jonny said from day one it’s for ordinary people. Families, people with
Venues love it too. “We shut up shop at turnaround and run their usual night from 10. They’re making great takings and reaching a new crowd. It’s been a game
If Day Fever feels like a family party, that’s because... it kind of is. “Jonny and I are married, Jon’s wife DJs, his brother Chris and childhood friend Jamie are involved. Even Jonny’s daughter Katie’s big gang, and when people come through
Even with their busy schedules, Australia, both say they miss it when chuckles, “but Day Fever cheers me up.
And that’s the magic, really. Day Fever isn’t just a disco, it’s a dose of pure happiness.
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Music
Katy Perry - The Lifetimes Tour
10 October
Pop icon Katy Perry is returning with The Lifetimes Tour follows the release of 143, Perry’s 2024 album that fuses emotive storytelling with the bold, theatrical pop sound that has long been her signature.
With over 115 billion global streams, 70 million albums sold, and a catalogue of the most commercially successful female artists of all time.
Self Esteem
18 October
Following the release of her latest album – A Complicated Woman – Self Esteem city, which will extend far beyond her music. Support comes from Nadine Shah and Moonchild Sanelly.
Festivals
Off the Shelf Festival of Words
10-26 October
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Off the Shelf Festival of Words is a literary pilgrimage that traces its roots back to a handful of passionate librarians in 1991 and today stands as one of the UK’s longest-running word-festivals.
Over two weeks, venues across town will hum with conversation, as writers and thinkers of every stripe descend to tease out stories that span poetry, politics, music, memoir and history.
For the reader, the listener, and the curious mind, Off the Shelf is not just a series of events, it’s a city-wide narrative, woven through chance encounters in café queues, evening debates at candlelit venues, and quiet page.
Sensoria 2025
2-5 October
Various Venues www.sensoria.org.uk
Since its modest beginnings in 2008, Sensoria has quietly morphed into a transformative weekend, one where
technophiles converge in both grand and forgotten spaces.
Picture this: an outdoor pool doubling as a drive-in theatre, a 1960s hotel ballroom illuminated by an audio-visual installation, or a steelworks hosting live soundtracks to silent classics.
Sensoria is an evolving narrative of
talks over coffee spark unexpected collaborations, and wandering into a screening can lead to a profound sensory revelation. It’s not merely about what you see or hear, it’s about how those sights and sounds fuse into memory.
Comedy
Steve
25 October
It’s time for Steve to meet The Royal Oak fanbase. Ever since he became viral online, Steve has made it his mission to be fully transparent with the fanbase. That’s why he’s decided to host a series of live shows in the UK to let the fans see behind the scenes and learn more about the inner workings of the country’s favourite Sunday league team. Expect special guests, a meat
Sara Pascoe: I Am a Strange Gloop
29 October
Have you ever been awake in the middle of the night and thought something so smart and astute that you couldn’t wait for the world to wake up so you could tell them? This show is that thought.
In that it doesn’t make much sense and is
Sara Pascoe is a comedian and her children don’t sleep and her kitchen won’t clean itself and her husband ‘doesn’t want to be in it’.
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etting married is one of the most important romantic steps you can take, and choosing the wedding bands you will wear to symbolise that commitment is a key part of the planning process. At PA Jewellery, we aim to make the experience as straightforward, and hopefully enjoyable, as possible. So, what can you expect from a wedding ring consultation?
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ost of us are familiar with the traditional wedding – we all grew up with the image of what a wedding should look like. A typical ceremony begins with beautiful music playing, the bridesmaids and groomsmen walking down the aisle in pairs. Flower Girls and Page Boys, looking smart and pretty, walk sweetly down the aisle, throwing rose petals, surrounded by sounds of “oooo” and “ahhhh”, as the wedding guests’ hearts melt. The tone of the wedding is set, with a unique, precious milestone moment lying ahead.
The maid of honour enters, then comes the bride, making her grand entrance in a train trailing behind. She is accompanied member, and walks towards the groom with a delicate smile.
After the opening remarks comes the exchange of vows. The couple express their unconditional love and commitment each other, sharing their hopes and promises, often bringing tears of joy.
Rings are exchanged, after which you married: “I now pronounce you husband and wife”.
A party at the wedding’s reception commences, with dancing, drinking, the cutting of the cake newlywed, and a bouquet toss.
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How do they compare?
In 2025, the traditional wedding is becoming less popular. Perhaps it is not surprising that untraditional weddings are on the rise, what with the relentless rise of costs, rapid development of technology and social media and increased awareness of our impact on the environment, all in the past decade. Younger generations like norms for communication, consumerism, purpose and the workplace across the western world.
Christopher James Hall is an awardwinning photographer, mentor and founder of the Christopher James Hall Foundation. He describes the shift which has taken place: “Weddings have never been cheap. But in the last ten years, costs have skyrocketed. Back in 2015, the average wedding budget was already a hefty sum, but it was still within reach for many couples.
demand for personalised experiences, and the rising cost of venues and suppliers mean that weddings are more expensive than ever. Couples today are…getting creative with their budgets—hence the rise of micro-weddings.”
friendly celebrations have become a practical alternative to breaking the bank.”
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that in 2022, marriages with religious ceremonies were at just 17 per cent; starkly different from the late 1970s, where they made up 50 per cent of all marriages. Traditional ceremonies took place in your local church, with the reception in a grand hotel or venue made
With the rise of civil ceremonies, possibilities for couples became endless, leading to where we are now: weddings can take place pretty much anywhere, with the ceremony and reception commonly being in the same venue. There are no bounds when it comes to a nontraditional wedding in 2025.
It has even become more common for bridesmaids to be allowed to choose their
colour but completely different styles, or whatever they are most comfortable in. If you really want to go crazy, one might be in pyjamas, another in a swimming costume, another dressed in full glam and the remaining bridesmaid wearing sports gear. This way, the wedding becomes extremely unique, with each guest’s character being brought to light.
Perhaps you don’t get the hype of having a wedding, so you decide to elongate your honeymoon instead, or get married under wraps in the middle of nowhere. You could serve pizza and tiramisu at your reception.
The Bridal Box Boutique
The Bridal Box Boutique is an award winning, independent bridal shop that stocks a
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every price point and wedding venue style.
“We are all so excited that wedding season is here and brides are more determined than ever to make their 2025 wedding a wonderful occasion,” said owner Lesley Taylor.
the time to make an appointment. It’s been a great season for hats and we’ve seen ‘hatinators’ become much more popular. More stylish than fascinators but not as restrictive as hats, they offer the best of both worlds.”
Designer brands include Veni Infantino, Condici, Carla Ruiz and several others. www.new-image.co.uk
Pink Boutique
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PA Jewellery aim to make the buying experience as straightforward, and hopefully enjoyable, as possible.
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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.
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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.
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Hillsborough HOTSPOT
Hillsborough’s Middlewood Road is jam-packed full of new and established businesses offering anything everything you could need. By Rosie Brennan.
Art & Culture: Sports Clubs:
Hillsborough Park:
Here we take a closer look at some of the businesses, long-standing or otherwise, that add further interest to this hugely important and popular suburb.
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From their earliest years, our pupils acquire an appetite for knowledge, strong personal values, a sense of responsibility and the ambition to be the best they can be, all strong foundations for life.
An exceptionally high level of pastoral care together with a strong Christian ethos underpins daily life, and in this caring and they explore the opportunities open to them. Excellence is evident throughout the
school, not least in the resources and outstanding teaching by professional and W dedicatedstaffff. Wiith such close guidance and support, pupils develop intellectual curiosity, enjoy lessons, gain excellent examination results and are well prepared for the future. In 2025 Birkdale students A achieved 100% pass rate at level with 80% of grades A*-B.
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Our children emerge as self-assured, interesting and considerate young people, enriched by a diversity of experiences and equipped with the skills and knowledge to meet the challenges of life head on.
Discover Birkdale for yourself either by attending one of our Open Mornings, or booking a one-to-one visit where we can show you around the Prep or the Senior School, meet the Head and experience Birkdale more personally at a time to suit you.
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s a parent, it’s only natural to want the very best for your child. Whether they’re struggling with schoolwork or simply aiming to go beyond what the classroom can offer, tutoring often comes up as a potential solution. When
supportive environment, it can often change the trajectory of a child’s education.
Kip McGrath has been providing top quality tutoring for nearly 50 years and is a world leader in private English and Maths tuition for six to 16-year-olds. Their real strength is in the standard of tutors they
experienced teachers fully vetted with DBS checks, ensuring a safe and professional environment for your child’s learning.
Their well-established methods of using a blended approach of written and computer-based activities is designed to make learning engaging and effective.
powerful tool.
If you are wondering whether tutoring is worth it for your child, the best way forward is to book a free assessment at Kip
After your child has received their free assessment a special programme is then designed to suit their individual needs. This focuses on improving both skills
children feel more capable and motivated to learn.
in January of this year and is owned and run by former headteacher David Kaye, who has over 35 years’ experience in education. His dynamic, positive, kind yet the most disillusioned students.
The Kip McGrath maths programme covers all curriculum topics that students are expected to learn in school. The programme is designed to teach children basic mathematical concepts which will help them understand and learn new concepts so they can catch up at school. The programme also contains extension
“Kip McGrath’s well-established methods of using a blended approach of written and computer-based activities is designed to make learning engaging and effective.”
modules for when students are ready for more challenging work, and more complex and advanced activities for senior students who want to improve their skills.
The English programme caters for students who are struggling to read through to students aiming for the highest GCSE grades. The curriculum covers all aspects of English that students are expected to learn throughout their years at school (where
and Kirklees, David set up Kip McGrath
children’s lives both academically and holistically. For David, and his team, it’s not just about achieving better results for the children but about giving them
“All children are different and it’s about know that it’s ok to fail,” he said. “We teach them how to deal with these failures so they can approach any new challenges
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Major new heritage project
bring an iconic 1960s venue back into the spotlight — honouring barriers.
stages for artists that went on to become global icons. Legends like Stevie Wonder, Ike & Tina Turner, The Who and Jimi 1967.
A new project – ‘Mojo Rising – Celebrating 60 Years of Music and Community’ – will mark the club’s 60th anniversary by exploring its rich cultural legacy and capturing stories from those
most deprived in the city. During its heyday, it played a powerful role in promoting community cohesion and racial integration,
The project will be delivered by the Mojo Heritage Collective, and others.
Graysons marks centenary
Almost 5,000 people turned out over the weekend for Art in the Gardens, which recorded its strongest attendance in recent years alongside bumper sales for artists and makers.
Premier sponsor Graysons Solicitors marked its 100th anniversary in style across the weekend. Guests at the special preview evening were treated to a performance by a string quartet, hospitality in the Curator’s House, and the opportunity to enjoy hundreds of pieces of artwork ahead of the public opening. attracted scores of entries, while thousands of promotional mugs, tote bags and other giveaways – all featuring a specially handed out to visitors.
Peter Clark, Managing Partner at Graysons, said: “Art in the cultural calendar, and this year has been especially meaningful as we celebrated our centenary and our seventh year of being premier sponsors of the show.”
Race against time
A major public appeal has been launched to restore an ultra rare survivor of for the 85th anniversary of the bombing raids this December.
killed and wounded more than 2,000 people, left almost a tenth of restoration to return it to its wartime colours and livery before it campaign.
Roundabout Sleep Out is back
Out challenge is back… and heading to a new venue for 2025.
Sleep Out is the annual challenge that raises money for
The popular fundraiser returns on 7 November and this year will
continue supporting the increasing number of young people at
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Simon Slater of Slaters Aerial Services has a different
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Comfort and CHARM
A love letter to the cosiest season of them all, ‘Tis Autumn leans into everything we adore about the colder months - rich, earthy colour palettes (think burnt orange, ochre, olive and deep brown), tactile materials like boucle and wool, and accents that feel warm and grounding. By Rosie Brennan.
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Resin bound surfaces, which can add colour and character to your outdoor spaces, are created by mixing aggregate material with a suitable resin compound which is then laid on the prepared surface min 16mm in depth to provide a smooth and aesthetically-pleasing surface.
They are most suitable for non-slip bound systems minimise puddles, ice and growth of mould and weeds and are easy to maintain; they simply need a jet wash or hose down, then swept clean.
Managing director Rob Barnett established the Eckington-based company over 15 years ago after having previously worked in the bridge and road construction industries, which included the installation of anti-skid surfaces.
Rob works with his daughter Shani, who
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and beyond our customers’ expectations at a price that is absolute value for money.”
The team can help with design and build from scratch, including ramps and steps.
Over the years, Roman Road Systems have also broadened their offering and can now provide full landscaping services, grass.
If you fancy something completely different, logos can be incorporated into any design. You can see examples of the different styles and colours available at their Eckington show site.
Roman Road Systems’ surfaces are long-lasting, don’t fade or discolour with time. All work is fully insured and comes with a full ten-year guarantee.
Please make an appointment to visit the outdoor display area at the depot, which is highly recommended.
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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.
Resin bound systems are also permeable – they allow surface water to drain through complying with Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SUDS)
Resin Bound Dressing
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For over 50 years Ronacrete has been at the leading edge of product development and performance. They provide a specialist range of products for installation by expert contractors such as ourselves.
To ensure that all our customers get the best possible service and highest quality product all of Ronacrete materials are manufactured to a quality management system and are certified to BS EN ISO 9001:2008
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The main picture was of Stannington Methodist Chapel, which opened in 1879 after the original building of 1822 was demolished. The chapel was rededicated in October 2004 after being closed for 20 years.
The smaller picture showed workmen at Drabble’s Brickworks, Brookside, c. 1915. The bricks on the left-hand barrow were called ‘runners’ and were used were used for pouring molten steel into the moulds.
This month, we feature a couple of familiar public houses. Can you recognise from these dated pictures?
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The Dakota Deluxe has brought a touch of luxury to Newcastle’s Quayside, writes Richard Abbey.
hen I’d mentioned to friends and family that I was heading up to Newcastle for the weekend, the
I like to think I’m past all those types puzzled looks.
But while this North East gem might often be described as the ultimate party city, there’s much more to Newcastle than drinking, dancing and doner kebabs in the Bigg Market.
The city has culture in abundance; from the castle and cathedral to a wealth of galleries and museums. Shopping offers a good mix of independent boutiques and high street names, and of course there’s the Metro Centre not too far away. Newcastle’s Metro network also means it’s really easy to reach all parts of the city and surrounding areas, including coastal spots such as Tynemouth and Whitley Bay. The former is well worth a visit and has its own castle and priory to explore as well as gorgeous sandy beaches and a buntingstrewn high street.
We arrived in Newcastle on a sunny
afternoon, passing the Angel of the North after leaving the A1 and travelling across the Tyne Bridge to reach our destination for the
As the sixth property in the awardwinning boutique hotel group’s portfolio,
Quayside location on St Ann’s Wharf close to the Gateshead Millennium Bridge and within easy reach of the city centre and train station. Parking is conveniently located behind the hotel (£15 for 24 hours) or valet options are also available for an extra charge.
It’s a curious building, U-shaped with a huge forecourt out front which gives it a sense of grandeur. Chatting to the very helpful reception team, I was told it used to the deluxe treatment.
You’d never know.
The quiet interior, all dark and mysterious, feels luxurious from the moment you step through the door. This was echoed in our room, a Classic King which had a stunning archway window with views over the River Tyne and the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art.
It was a good size, with a huge king-size bed dominating the space as well as two armchairs and table, which sat under the archway. The bathroom had both a bath and walk-in shower as well as toiletries from Molton Brown. Tea and coffee facilities also included an espresso machine, as well as fresh milk and drinks in the fridge. The had all the familiar streaming services as as standard.
Not that we were planning on spending too much time in the room given there was a city to explore and we’d picked
weekly market, which had everything from vintage clothes and record stalls to street food and beach-style bars.
After venturing up the hill to the main
crossing the swing bridge into Gateshead
soaked up some sun at Summer on the Southside, a pop-up experience with bar, coffee shop and street food housed mainly in shipping containers.
Thirst quenched, we headed back to the hotel to change for dinner after making a reservation in its restaurant, The Grill.
As the name suggests, the restaurant specialises in prime-cut steaks, all of which are grass-fed, 35-day aged and cooked over to 280g A5 Wagyu rib-eye steaks and you
Sides and sauces have to added for an extra charge.
We started with some tempura padron peppers (£8) before tucking into a king scallop (£18), which was presented beautifully with pork cheek and apple, and chicken ravioli (£13) which came with a carbonara-esque sauce of pancetta, parmesan and egg yolk.
For the main event I tucked into a perfectly-cooked medium-rare 340g New York Strip steak (£75) whilst my wife opted for the 350g Secreto Ibérico pork steak
(£36). We added sides of chunky chips and a rocket and parmesan salad (both £6) as well as some tenderstem broccoli (£7.50), which was served with sesame and soy.
The quality of everything we ate was superb, the steak melt-in-the-mouth and we really loved the dining space, which featured a mix of booths, banquettes and regular tables, all very intimate and indulgent.
We passed up the offer of dessert and
for a walk on the Quayside before turning in.
Breakfast the following morning continued the high standards and capped off a superb stay at a truly beautiful and convenient hotel.
Please visit www.dakotahotels.co.uk/ newcastle to make a booking.
The illuminated Dakota Deluxe Newcastle’s Quayside location overlooks many of the city’s landmarks
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ince opening in 2023, Loxley Car Sales has been providing its customers with quality vehicles and high-end services to suit their needs. An in-house mechanic team carry out pre-delivery inspections and maintenance on all vehicles, giving customers that extra peace of mind when making such a substantial purchase. Warranties come as standard.
Loxley Car Sales has been a labour of love for Adam Higgs, who has over 40 years’ experience in the industry. Cars have always been in his blood; he was born into the motor trade and spent his formative years working with his father before forging his own path.
“I have always has a huge passion for the industry,” said Adam. “I’ve worked across the board, with a variety of marques, from Land Rover to Jaguar and Mercedes to Skoda.
“At Loxley Car Sales, we’ve dedicated
our efforts to guiding and advising our clients about the best vehicles on the market, offer a wide range of options and a professional service for your every need.”
Loxley Car Sales welcome new stock daily and deal in all types of cars, from classics to modern vehicles and everything sports cars sitting alongside saloons and SUVs, giving customers plenty of choice, whatever their budget.
The showroom opens Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturdays 10am to 4pm and Sundays by appointment only. Finance packages are also available.
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With 40 years experience, it’s no wonder Loxley Car Sales has grown a fantastic reputation for its individually sourced used cars. We’ve dedicated our efforts to guiding and advising our clients about the best vehicles on the market.
We offer a wide range of options and a professional service for your every need.
MOTORING
Saloons,
shadows and special editions... Richard Abbey rounds up this month’s motoring news.
Fast love
Kia has revealed UK pricing and
Pure energy
Maserati has raised the curtain on its new MCPURA super sports car, an expression of the purest essence of energy and performance.
An evolution of the MC20 Halo Car – which in 2020 launched a new era for the
Nettuno engine, a symbol of Maserati’s passion for performance.
After all, MCPURA encompasses everything that makes the Maserati driving the most extreme elegance, exhilarating driving performance and timeless artisanship.
Shadow Edition
CUPRA has enhanced its lineup for the CUPRA
spritely performance, and is capable of
with a wide variety of the brand’s latest and greatest technological advancements
connected car Navigation Cockpit inch display and infotainment screens.
dark exterior styling elements, further enhancing CUPRA’s distinctive, dynamic design.
side skirts, and a black roof spoiler. Additionally,
The three ‘Ps’
worldwide. and is a similar hue to its legendary Golf forerunner.
Crafting emotionTHROUGH FORM
Inside the world of Scott Allan. By Kieron Williams.
cott Allan Limited is a studio where design doesn’t just meet function, it tells a story. Founded by designer Scott Allan, the brand is known for creating contemporary homeware pieces that blend natural materials with architectural forms, all made with integrity and purpose.
From a young age, Allan was fascinated by how things worked and why they looked the way they did. What began as a childhood obsession with dismantling toys evolved into a deeper fascination with form and engineering, eventually leading him to study Transport Design at Coventry University. But it was a teacher – and a collection of Alessi homeware –that introduced him to design’s emotional resonance.
“At that point, I realised the ability of design to express emotion,” he recalls.
After years working in a consultancy on large-scale design projects, Allan found himself yearning for more creative autonomy.
“I longed for the ability to take control of the design process, from conception of an
The result was the launch of Scott Allan Limited, a brand that now channels his inquisitive nature into tactile, minimalist pieces that invite use and spark conversation.
Allan’s design process is anything but linear. Ideas emerge from everyday observations – a curious texture here, a small problem waiting to be solved there. Several concepts develop in parallel until one naturally takes precedence.
“Over time, one will tend to take prominence, which will then be worked up into a manufacturable object,” he explains.
Each piece is a subtle dance between traditional techniques and modern technologies, united by a commitment to product innovation and understated elegance.
The studio’s location plays no small part in shaping this aesthetic.
“This unique juxtaposition of the wildness of the Peaks and the grit of
approach,” Allan says.
A love of contrasts is woven into his work, from material pairings to form. Take his Earthenware vessel, for instance: an angular, architectural silhouette softened by a hand-hammered pewter liner, each with its own unique undulations. It’s an object that embodies both precision and imperfection.
Bringing these pieces to life hasn’t been without challenges. Sourcing materials and forging partnerships with British manufacturers required tenacity and no small amount of trial and error.
“It wasn’t unusual to go through several desperately needed,” Allan says.
But perseverance, he adds, has been the most valuable lesson of all.
While many designers chase trends, Allan deliberately resists them.
“Good design will stand the test of time,” he says.
His focus instead lies in craftsmanship, sustainability, and emotional connection. Materials are chosen with care and often tell their own story., whether it’s Blackwood, celebrated for its rich natural colour, or earthenware selected for its warmth over
more polished alternatives.
Sustainability isn’t a slogan here; it’s a principle. By designing timeless, durable objects and steering clear of fast-changing aesthetics, Allan encourages a slower, more meaningful consumer culture.
“Careful consideration is always given to how a material is sourced and what may become of it at the end of its usable life.”
Looking ahead, Allan hopes to expand his range, though the reality of being entirely self-funded means every new product is a calculated investment. One piece he’s excited to launch is a contemporary pewter jar, an effort to reimagine a traditional material and present it in a way that feels fresh and relevant.
Ultimately, Scott Allan’s goal is simple but profound: to create beautiful, functional objects that quietly elevate the spaces they inhabit.
“I hope people will have a sense of enjoyment from being able to use the pieces and appreciate their tactile quality,” he says. “Having nice objects in your home does make a useful talking point for any visitors.”
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