Southside May 2015

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May 2015

The quality magazine for Chesterfield, Dronfield & South Sheffield

Add a splash of colour to your home with floral interiors

FASHION HIGHLIGHTS The latest trends from the region’s boutiques

THE SECRET OF SUCCESS Southside speaks to local businesswomen

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SS Flooring

First choice flooring Professional service from beginning to end is the secret of success for Layers, according to their happy customers.

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ith a huge choice of flooring options to suit all tastes and budgets, as well as a friendly, professional service that has earned them a solid reputation, it’s little wonder that Layers Flooring customers are lining up to sing the company’s praises.

Happy to share their first-class experience are David and Barbara Arnold of Dronfield Woodhouse, who chose Layers to supply and fit new vinyl flooring in their kitchen and dining room.

Mr and Mrs Arnold said: “We first chose Layers eight years ago when they fitted our kitchen with vinyl flooring. We initially went to them because they are a local firm and so we thought we would give them a try. They were in the Civic Centre back then and we used to pass them while out shopping.

“Having been very happy with the service, when we decided to have vinyl fitted in the dining room too, we used Layers again. The dining room used to be carpeted but now it is more easily accessible for David, who uses a wheeled walker, as it is all one level and t otally flat.

“When we visited the shop to enquire about the flooring, we felt very looked after.

They got a chair for David and moved things around in the shop to make it more easily accessible for him.

“We had something quite specific in mind and were shown lots of samples. The choice was great and they explained about the different types of vinyl, helping us to reach the right decision. After we had chosen, they said it could be done within two weeks and were happy to fit it at a convenient time for us.

“In the meantime, a man came round to measure the room and he brought samples so we could double check we were completely

happy with our choice.

“Then when the fitter arrived a few days later we recognised each other as he was the one who had fitted our kitchen flooring eight years ago. He placed plywood down in the dining room – as he had done previously with the kitchen – before laying the flooring so it was nice and smooth. The vinyl is also very thick so it looks just like real wooden floorboards.

“We were so impressed with the fitter’s workmanship; he was brilliant. We still can’t get our head around how he fitted the flooring as it was all in one piece but it’s incredibly neat – especially around the radiator pipes. He also pulled out the fridge, freezer and washer and put them back into place with no trouble. All in under two hours.

“He was so impressed with his handiwork he even asked us if he could take a photograph for his portfolio!

“If anybody asks us where to get new flooring, we would definitely recommend Layers. And in the future when we need new carpets we’ll certainly be popping up there.”

Layers Flooring 55 Highfield Road, Hilltop Dronfield S18 1UW Tel: 01246 292969 Branch also at: 46 Sandygate Road, Crosspool Sheffield S10 5RY Tel: 0114 266 9888 Roll end centre at: 10 Hicks Street, Neepsend, Sheffield S3 8BL Tel: 0114 278 1514

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SS Contents

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Enjoy the scents of spring…

Be inspired by our floral beauty feature and come up smelling of roses with a host of gorgeous products.

Follow their lead…

The region’s top businesswomen share their success stories and secrets of the trade.

Saddle up…

Get set for this year’s Chatsworth Horse Trials and find out everything you need to know with our preview of this ever-popular event.

Cast your vote…

Our annual restaurant awards are just around the corner – don’t miss your chance to get involved.

Freshen up…

Inject some colour into your home décor this spring with a beautiful arrangement of flowery interiors.

8 Fashion

16 26 Restaurant Home& Awards 2015 Garden

46 In Brief

50 Chesterfield Champions

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

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

We’re on the hunt for the region’s best eateries. Here’s how you can get involved

Bring the joys of spring into your home with colourful floral patterns

18 Eating Out

38 Travel

We sample some of the Southside region’s finest eateries

Try a relaxing break at the luxurious five-star Fortina Spa Resort on the beautiful Mediterranean island of Malta

14 Sport Combining thrilling equestrian sport with entertainment for all the family, the Dodson and Horrell Chatsworth International Horse Trials is an event like no other

42 Gnome

A round-up of what’s been going on around the Southside region

48 Motoring

We’ve got a billion reasons to celebrate our town’s growing success, says Peter Swallow, Chair of Destination Chesterfield

Jordan Cutforth rounds up the latest motoring news

50 Competition Win tickets to see The Human League at Doncaster Racecourse FRONT COVER: See P14 for our preview of all the action at the Chatsworth International Horse Trials

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THE SECRET TO A BEAUTIFUL LAWN Now summer is here our thoughts turn to the garden and our lawns in particular.

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s your lawn looking as green, healthy and weed free as it should be? If the grass is lacklustre, perhaps with unsightly bare patches or clumps of weeds or moss, then the chances are your lawn needs some TLC. But if the idea of going to the DIY store, buying preparations and spending precious time over the weekend putting down feed-and-weed products on your lawn does not appeal, then help is at hand.

GreenThumb are lawn care experts who will keep your lawn looking healthy and green for less than it would cost you to do the job yourself.

These pictures – taken just weeks apart – show how in only a short time a patchy lawn can be transformed into a lush, green sward with no weeds. GreenThumb’s value-for-money lawn treatments start at just £16 for a small garden and the average treatment is only £22.

They can also help your lawn stay greener during hot summers, tackle pests or diseases that attack grass and give your grass the best chance of avoiding moss in the winter.

Why not call GreenThumb for a free lawn inspection and then sit back and enjoy ‘all your hard work’…

Sheffield: 0114 276 0101 sheffield@greenthumb.co.uk

Chesterfield: 01246 275747 chesterfield@greenthumb.co.uk

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Words: Hannah Pearson

When Jenna and Mark wanted to put the finishing touches to the transformation of their home they turned to the experts at Dronfield Carpets & Floors.

Rising to the challenge

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uying a run-down property, fixing it up and making it your own can be an exciting and inspiring prospect for those who relish a challenge.

Jenna and Mark O’Reilly saw the potential in their home from the start and over the last couple of years they have been hard at work transforming the three-bedroom house in Grenoside into a gorgeous family home.

Massive building work was undertaken to transform the kitchen, living and dining rooms into a light, open-plan living space, as well as opening up the stairs and building an extension to accommodate a utility room and downstairs toilet.

An ambitious loft conversion is now home to a stunning master bedroom and en suite and a new conservatory has created a welcoming family space with views of the recently landscaped gardens.

“It was a big project but we’ve finally finished and are thrilled with the results,” says Jenna. “We discovered some surprises along the way, like unearthing the old-fashioned brick

fireplace in the living room. We knew from the beginning that the house had potential and the results have lived up to our expectations.”

The O’Reilly’s home has a traditional feel, which is enhanced by wooden ceiling beams, exposed brickwork, cosy furniture and antique brass stair rods.

The final touches to the house have now been completed and Jenna and Mark chose Dronfield Carpets & Floors to lay the new flooring in their conservatory, stairs and landing.

After their services were recommended by a friend, owner Tom Straw and his team fitted vinyl tiles in the conservatory and new underlay and striped carpet up the stairs.

“We shopped around and compared prices of a few different showrooms and it was clear that Dronfield Carpets & Floors offered the best value for money and service. It must have only taken them a few hours to complete all the work and we felt completely comfortable with them in our home.”

Jenna and Mark selected Karndean vinyl tiles for the conservatory, in a rustic

To find out how Dronfield Carpets & Floors can update your home, pop into the modern, open plan showroom or scan this QR code to take a virtual tour of the showroom.You can also take a close look at the shop on Google Maps to see everything they have to offer.

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terracotta colour that adds warmth to the room.

“We have Karndean in the living room, so that was an obvious choice as we wanted continuity throughout the ground floor of the house.You can really tell the difference too, due to its high quality and realistic finish.”

For the two flights of stairs and landing areas, they chose a Lifestyle Cheltenham Stripe carpet in ‘duck egg’. Stripes are very popular at the moment and really make a statement when you enter the O’Reilly’s home.

“We knew we wanted a striped carpet, but Tom helped us find the right one and delivered lots of sample books for us to choose from. The Cheltenham carpet is extremely good quality and yet was still within our price range. It is hard-wearing too, which is ideal with our cat, Alfie, in the house.”

Finally, the couple were keen to have stair rods to add a unique touch to the house and they found the perfect ones by Premier Trims.

The Lancaster stair rods in ‘antique brass’ are a lovely addition to their home and complement its vintage style.

“From start to finish, Dronfield Carpets & Floors were an absolute pleasure to deal with.

Tom is a real gentleman and was always onhand to help. I couldn’t recommend their services enough.”

Dronfield Carpets & Floors 120 Sheffield Road, Dronfield, S18 2GE Tel: 01246 292391 www.dronfieldcarpetsandfloors.co.uk

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Kitchens by ANTONY HANCOCK From Classic Painted to Modern Contemporary

Why Pay Showroom Prices?

Whether you have a modest kitchen that needs redesigning to maximise space or a large room to transform into a real heart of the home, we are confident that we can offer full design, installation and complete project management at a price that other companies simply cannot match. n

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We employ skilled craftsmen, not salesmen, meaning no commission.

It’s our attention to detail that makes all the difference.

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SS Fashion The Masai Clothing Company’s bold florals are bang on trend. Chi Chis, Unit 16 and 17, The Forge, Dronfield S18 1QX. Tel: 01246 417576

Carla Ruiz has the perfect outfit for special occasions this summer. Blanc, 131 Chatsworth Road, Chesterfield S40 2AH. Tel: 01246 767454

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

Words: Stephanie Burns

Snake is the new leopard at Frank Lyman.

She, 56 Knifesmithgate, Chesterfield, S40 1RQ. Tel: 01246 275275 This beautiful nude lace bra by Prima Donna is the perfect partner for sheer summer dresses. Lace, Orme Court, Granby Road, Bakewell DE45 1ES. Tel: 01629 814933

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ABOVE: Handcrafted Barkers will see you through summer in style. Charles Brooks Shoes, 241 Fulwood Road, Sheffield, S10 3BA. Tel: 0114 268 0590 LEFT: Basler’s classics are given a modern twist with on-trend patterns. Izzi of Baslow, Radcliffe House, Baslow DE45 1SR. Tel: 01246 582500

ABOVE: Keep things pale and interesting with Riani. Sister, 409 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield S11 8PG. Tel: 0114 267 1330

RIGHT: A pastel blazer is this year’s ultimate summer staple. This b.young version is now available at New Image, 277 Middlewood Road, Hillsborough S6 4HD. Tel: 0114 234 4880

This beautiful Emily and Fin dress is now in stock at Rio, 394-396 Sharrow Vale Road, Sheffield, S11 8ZP. Tel: 0114 266 0106

BELOW: Beautiful aquamarine (2.50ct) and Princess-cut diamond ring set in 18ct white gold £2,995. Available at Edward James Jewellery, 15a Hickmott Road, Sheffield, S11 8QF. Tel: 0114 266 4066. www.edwardjamesjewellery.co.uk

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ABOVE: This ensemble by D’Celli will keep you cool and comfortable during the warmer months. ZuZu, 274 Sharrow Vale Road, Sheffield S11 8ZH. Tel: 0114 266 8427

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SS 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

LEFT: Liz Earle 20th anniversary limited edition Cleanse & Polish beauty trio in rose and lavender, grapefruit and patchouli, orange flower and chamomile, £50. Available at www.lizearle.com

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

POWER

LEFT: Crabtree & Evelyn rosewater shower gel, £15.

Available at Crabtree & Evelyn www.crabtreeevelyn.co.uk

Bluebellgray Cait toiletries bag, £22.

Available at John Lewis www.johnlewis.com

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

Available at Jo Malone www.jomalone.co. uk

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blanc Mother of the bride Guest to a wedding Occasionalwear sizes 8 – 26 Bespoke Hats and Fascinators

Dress by CARLA RUIZ Blanc are the exclusive stockists in Chesterfield

16 & 17 The Forge, Church Street, Dronfield

01246 417576

LADIES BOUTIQUE 131 Chatsworth Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S40 2AP

www.blancouture.co.uk • tel: 01246 767454

Stockist for Sahara and Masai

SS Women in Business

Two of the leading businesswomen in the Southside region reveal the secrets of their success.

Cristina Wildsmith Chi-Chi’s and Blush “We provide a top class shopping experience at The Forge in Dronfield and have a range of sizes from 8-26. We have introduced new labels this season, which look great and offer exceptional value, so we are excited to see how they are received.

“I like to be in the boutique, meeting customers and friends and working closely with my daughter, Daniella, who has been in retail with me for ten

years now. She brings fresh new ideas and interesting styles and designs to the boutique.

“I would like to see the business continue with its current growth without sacrificing any of our valued principles. Although I have no intention of retiring just yet, I hope and expect to see Daniella take the business forward in the future.

“For those looking to start a career I would say: get appropriate training, seek good employers amongst whom you will find good examples to follow, work hard and be yourself.”

Anne-Marie White Blanc “Blanc is a French nod to my surname and is a ladies’ boutique that I created nearly four years ago.

After researching the market I felt that there was a need for quality clothing different to what was being offered on the high street. The brands I stock offer exclusivity in Chesterfield, so rest assured you won't turn up to a special occasion in the same outfit as someone else.

“I offer a personal service and I believe that’s

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why so many customers keep coming back.

“Never give up on your dreams. Do your homework and research heavily before committing your time and money. If you haven’t previously run your own business then ask for advice from someone who has. Luckily, my husband has supported me and has given me knowledge of the expectations from Companies House and HMRC. “It’s important to constantly be aware of the changes in the market and be able to adapt. Try to be the very best in your chosen field. Stay focused and work hard.”

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Local Service, International Prices We are open for clients to consign items to a sale Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.

Valuations held at our salerooms on a Thursday, Derby 10am - 12noon and Rowsley 2pm - 4pm

ENQUIRIES Derby: 01332 210000 Bakewell: 01629 730920 fineart@bamfords-auctions.co.uk

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So many ways to volunteer FREE TASTER SESSIONS dance like no one is watching!

Love to dance? Want to have fun?

Want to increase stamina, co-ordination and confidence whilst getting fit?

'On Broadway' is a dance class themed on routines and dance styles p Ha at’, ‘A Ch horus Line’, and ‘Chicago’. from popular musicals like ‘ Top Now is your chance to pick up your cane, hat & boa, get fit and have fun whilst strutting your stuff and dance like no one is watching!!

Previous dance experience is not essential but a love of dance is and of course those all-important 'jazz hands'!

Guaranteed Fun and Fitness! “the best ‘stress buster’ in the world” - Carol Hunt “you get fit without realising it because you’re having so much fun! It is an hour just for me to do what I love doing” - Maxine Bilton “I love the escapism, being able to pretend just for an hour a week that I am Roxy in Chicago, Ariel in Footloose or Lola in Copacabana” - Nicola Clibbens “Even if you’ve had the worst day possible by the time you have finished Katy’s class you have danced the blues away” – Elissa Williams

FREE TASTER SESSION MONDAY 18TH MAY 2015 7.45PM - 8.45PM

Dore & Totley United Reformed Church, Sheffield, S17 FREE taster classes also available w/c 1st June 2015 in various locations in Sheffield (S8, S10, S11, S17) Dronfield, Chesterfield, Bakewell & Bamford Visit the website to find a class to suit you and claim your FREE place Availability is limited so please book early to avoid disappointment

To book your FREE place register via the website or to find out more please contact Katy directly info@katyrobinsonfitnessfusion.co.uk

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Could you touch another person’s life when it really matters?

Either by discussing their feelings with them directly, by phone, email, text, letter or even face to face? Or perhaps you could support our branch by helping with the administration, fundraising or marketing?

Our confidential, 24-hour listening service responds to five million contacts a year.

We also reach out to our local community by visiting soup kitchens, colleges, universities, prisons and workplaces. With so much happening, we’re constantly looking for new people to strengthen our teams.

We usually ask volunteers to give three to four hours a week, including some overnight time.

Out-of-pocket expenses will be paid.

To request an information pack and look forward to what many of our volunteers describe as one of the most rewarding things they have ever done please contact: Tracy: 07508905496 Chesterfield Samaritans 2 Rose Hill, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S40 1LW

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Words: Fiona Barber Photography: Fiona Scott-Maxwell

Nicky Roncoroni riding Stonedge in the dressage area

World-class competition Combining thrilling equestrian sport with entertainment for all the family, the Dodson and Horrell Chatsworth International Horse Trials is an event like no other.

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erene countryside, flowing manes and the sound of thundering hooves can only mean one thing: the highlight of the equestrian calendar – Chatsworth International Horse Trials – is on the horizon.

You can expect three days (15-17 May) of thrilling world-class competition, combining beautiful dressage, nail-biting show jumping and dramatic cross country around the parkland at Chatsworth.

Set in the heart of the Peak District, the house and its magnificent grounds are home to the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire. The couple are known equine sports lovers – the Duke served as chairman of Ascot for over a decade, while the Duchess owns a number of prize-winning animals – which makes Chatsworth – and its 1,000 acres of beautiful parkland – the perfect location for these trials.

The weekend showcases some of the world’s leading horses and riders, attracting spectators from far and wide. Previous winners include Andrew Nicholson, Pippa Funnell and William Fox-Pitt.

Although the horses and their riders will, of course, take centre stage throughout the weekend, there’s also an exciting varied programme of arena events too. This includes a sheep show, with New Zealander Richard

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Savory and his presenters entertaining and educating with their fantastic sheep. The highlight will be the sheep show hustle or dancing sheep.

If two-stepping sheep aren’t really your thing, there will be a falconry display, the British scurry and trials driving, have-a-go dog agility and dog show, pony club mounted games and Mullenscote Gun Dog display, which will demonstrate varying breeds and ages from puppies to fully trained dogs.

Away from the arena, there is a children’s

entertainment area with mini Land Rovers, farmyard animals, face painting, a bouncy castle and a giant slide. Plus over 100 highquality trade stands selling a wide selection of country clothing, equestrian products, fashion accessories, crafts and delicious food.

The Dodson and Horrell Chatsworth International Horse Trials truly is three days of thrilling equestrian sport, combined with entertainment for all the family in the beautiful surroundings of Chatsworth – an event not to be missed.

Something for all...

The weekend showcases some of the world’s leading horses and riders, attracting spectators from far and wide

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Winners in 2014 Sarah Ennis riding Stellor Rebound

Extras: This year’s charity beneficiary is the Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Rutland Air Ambulance (DLRAA), the provider of a life-saving rapid response helicopter service which relies entirely on donations to keep the service flying.

Tickets: Tickets are available at www.chatsworth.org at the special advanced rate of: Friday – adult £10, Saturday – adult £14, Sunday – adult £14, children under 14 £4.50 (under 5s go free).

Three-day pass: adult £30, child £10.

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Your Guide to Eventing: Equestrian eventing isn’t mere horseplay – it’s a showcase of skill and determination. Its three disciplines – dressage, cross country and show jumping – are designed to test both horses and riders in a variety of different ways. The successful competitor will be able to demonstrate an ability to move seamlessly between them – but that’s no easy task…

Dressage While dressage may seem the calmest of the three disciplines, it’s arguably the most difficult – one that demands many years of training in order to succeed. ‘Horse ballet’, as it’s known, requires the rider to display precise control of the horse as it performs a series of movements, including pirouettes and gaits. Points are awarded for grace and fluidity, and the aim is to show perfect harmony between horse and rider.

Cross country Considered by many to be the highlight of the trials, cross country is fast paced and action packed. Horse and rider race against the clock around Chatsworth Park on the banks of the River Derwent. The challenging course is filled with seemingly impossible fences and solid obstacles – including some of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire’s hand-carved wooden sculptures. There’s an obvious amount of skill involved, but this discipline involves a fair bit of courage too – not for the faint-hearted.

Show jumping The show jumping stage of the trials takes place in an arena and sees competitors tackling fences made of brightly coloured poles. As ever, athleticism and control are of vital importance – penalties are given for every second over the allotted time, horse disobedience, knocking off a pole and failing to complete the course in the set order.

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VIP membership area: Enjoy exclusive access to the VIP membership area, which offers an enhanced experience in relaxed surroundings with exclusive ringside access for the show jumping action, fresh food, bar service, garden area and private toilets.

Membership includes admission, car parking, a free programme and an offer to visit Chatsworth house, garden, farmyard and adventure playground.

Advance booking: Friday £20, Saturday £25, Sunday £30. Three-day passes are available at £54.

Visit www.chatsworth.org for tickets and more information.

For further details, contact Gail Dale on 01423 33095, email info@chatsworthhorsetrials.co.uk or visit www.chatsworth.org.

Timetable: FRIDAY 15 MAY 8am Gates open 8.30am CIC1*, CIC3* and novice dressage 9.30am Dubarry Burghely young event horse, 4 and 5-year-old qualifiers SATURDAY 16 MAY 8am Gates open 8.30am Dressage – novice, advanced and CIC3* 9.30am Show jumping – CIC1* and novice 10am Cross country – CIC1* and novice SUNDAY 17 MAY 8am Gates open 9.am Dressage – CIC3* 9.30am Show jumping – advanced/CIC3* 10am Cross country – advanced and CIC3* CIC1* and CIC3* are international sections.

Please note these times are provisional and may change.

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SS Restaurant Awards 5 201 E ID S T WES RANT TAU RES RDS AWA

Who will be our 2015 winners?

We’re on the hunt for the region’s best eateries.

Here’s how you can vote for your favourite.

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ith just a matter of weeks until this year’s muchanticipated Westside Restaurant Awards, competition is hotting up in the region’s eateries.

Our judges are out and about, busily debating the merits of restaurants across the region in various categories – including the coveted Westside Restaurant of the Year.

There is also one other extra special category where our reviewers take a backseat – The Westside Readers’ Choice Award. We know you have strong opinions when it comes to dining out; now we want to know what your favourite restaurant is.

The Westside Readers’ Choice award cuts across all boundaries.

Whether your favourite restaurant is a fine dining venue, a classy café or something in between, all votes are equal.

VOTE FOR YOUR FAVOURITE AND YOU COULD BE A WINNER TOO!

Last year, readers voted Lokanta – Broomhill’s fabulous Turkish restaurant – as their top choice. Owners Ruth and Faruk Gunay were thrilled to take home what they considered to be the best award of the night.

Our readers are a discerning bunch and the announcement of this particular prize is always a highlight of our evening. Cast your vote now by visiting our website – www.regionalmagazine.co.uk – and following the link.

All entries will go into a prize draw, and one lucky winner will receive dinner for two at their favourite restaurant on us. All votes must include a home address and contact details; multiple entries from the same email address will be disqualified. The closing date is Friday 8 May so be quick and don’t miss your opportunity to cast your vote.

For the owners and hard-working staff of all the nominated restaurants, our awards dinner is an opportunity to celebrate the excellent range of dining-out venues on our doorstep.

These are the longest running and most prestigious dining awards in Sheffield and North Derbyshire. The winners will be announced at our glitzy awards ceremony at Baldwin’s Omega on Monday 8 June, which promises to be a great evening.

Come dine with us If any readers would like to attend the 2015 Westside Restaurant Awards Dinner at Baldwins Omega on Monday 8 June, tickets cost £49.50 per person. The price includes a five-course meal, welcome drinks and wine. Contact Martin Edwards at martin.bookprojects@regionalmagazine.co.uk

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SS Eating Out

The wonder of Calabria Spicy sausage may be the secret ingredient, but there’s much more to enjoy at a restaurant where quality is a key part of the menu.

Words and photography: Stephanie Burns

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fter what felt like a cruelly long winter, the first days of summer – which arrived just after Easter in Derbyshire – were more than welcome.

And when the sun began to shine, there was only one place I wanted to celebrate; Calabria on the quaint cobbled streets of Chesterfield’s Glumangate.

After shrugging off our light summer jackets (goodbye winter coats!), my partner and I settled into a well-positioned window seat to peruse the menu and check out our surroundings.

Vibrant pink lighting, exposed brick walls and bright patterned upholstery may sound like a heady mix but it works beautifully and, along with a wonderful buzz and exceptional service, makes for a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

To our left, a family of five with teenage daughters chatted animatedly and to our right two ladies nattered ten to the dozen. A surreptitious eyeing-up of their chosen dishes provided a delightful promise of things to come and we had soon selected our first two courses.

Before we tucked in to our chosen meal, we were presented with a complimentary prestarter of prawn and crayfish crostini with onion and chive purée. Light and creamy, it was a fine way to begin proceedings.

Starters continued along this theme and upped the artful presentation stakes even further.

My partner’s seafood filo pastry parcels were crisp and delicious; the crayfish adding a delicate counterpart to the stronger flavour of the crab.

However it was my confit duck pila (meaning

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‘stack’, as the menu helpfully translated) that won this round.

Cool cucumber and zingy blood orange cut right through the beautifully rich meat, and the crostini – gently balanced on top – provided a lovely crunchy addition.

On to mains and my pan-fried sea bass came perfectly cooked on a bed of saffron potatoes, clams, peas and shallots, all surrounded by a gentle seafood broth that brought the flavours together incredibly well.

Across the table, my partner’s more robust dish of belly pork with glazed pig cheeks and tomato ragu went down a storm. The accompanying velvety smooth mash was also given a decent kick from ‘nduja. Known as the ‘wonder ingredient’, this spicy Calabrian sausage is used throughout the restaurant’s menu and is even available by the jar to take home. It comes heartily recommended.

Given the standard of our first two courses, we couldn’t wait to see what the dessert menu had to offer – and we weren’t disappointed. All the superlatives in the world weren’t enough to describe the absolute deliciousness of my dark chocolate torte. Teamed with a rich and sweet peanut butter purée, smooth white chocolate jelly and a smattering of peanuts, grated chocolate and vanilla ice cream, it was simply divine.

My partner was also making noises about his deconstructed rhubarb and custard dessert, washed down with a super sweet Greco di bianco liqueur, the dish’s recommended drink pairing. But while they both looked – and, I’m assured, tasted – fantastic, nothing could have distracted me from my chocolate bliss.

By the end of the meal, we were in no doubt – this is the kind of quality that only comes from superior ingredients and excellent attention to detail… perhaps we won’t be waiting until a change in season for our next visit.

What we ate Starters Crab and crayfish filo with crème fraîche and Mediterranean salad, £8.95 Confit duck pila with crostini, blood orange and spring onion, £6.95 Mains Braised belly pork with ‘nduja mash, glazed pig cheeks and tomato ragu, £17.95 Pan-fried sea bass, saffron potatoes, clams and seafood broth, £17.50 Dessert Rhubarb and custard, £6.50 Dark chocolate torte, peanut butter purée and white chocolate jelly, £6.95 Drinks Pint Menabrea, £4.20 San Pellegrino Limonata, £2.25 Greco di bianco, £3.50 Calabria 30 Glumangate, Chesterfield, S40 1TX Tel: 01246 559944 www.calabriacucina.co.uk

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Information and bookings call: 01246 559944 or email: info@calabriacucina.co.uk www.calabriacucina.co.uk 30 Glumangate, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S40 1TX

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Photography: Fiona Barber

Taste sensation Beautiful food in beautiful surroundings make The Maynard a dining destination to savour, writes Fiona Barber.

What we ate Starters Goats cheese and leek samosa, mint and onion relish, shallot, chive and roquette salad, £5.50 Maynard black pudding and smoked pancetta salad, soda bread croutons, roast baby apples, onion chutney, £5.75 Beetroot, vodka and apple gazpacho Mains Pan seared venison haunch, beetroot and fondant potatoes, curly kale, buttered chantenay carrots, chocolate Jus, £17.50 Butter poached fillet of sea trout, caper, saffron and lemon butter, sun blush tomato and ratte potato crisp salad, £16.20 Dessert Lemon parfait and chia seeds Homemade jam roly-poly and ice cream, £5.50 Pot au chocolate, coconut biscotti, coffee cream, £6 Drinks Coors Light, £3.70 Large glass Cabernet Shiraz, £6.50 The Maynard, Main Road, Grindleford, Derbyshire, S32 2HE Tel: 01433 630321 www.themaynard.co.uk

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estled in the heart of the beautiful Peak District in the quaint Derbyshire village of Grindleford, there are few venues better located than boutique hotel and restaurant The Maynard.

While prime location is certainly an attraction, it’s the two AA rosette restaurant renowned for providing an exquisite dining experience with deliciously innovative food that steals the show.

With contemporary décor and beautiful hand-painted murals of Derbyshire countryside, it’s easy to see that the bar, lounge and restaurant have been designed with both comfort and style in mind.

As we enjoyed pre-dinner drinks and a selection of olives in the lounge, it was clear the evening would include more than a standard three-course meal.

Head chef Mark Vernon is the mastermind behind the adventurous a la carte menu and we first got a taste of his skills with the goat’s cheese and leek samosa starter.

This Indian classic with a twist came team with a mint-onion relish, and a shallot and chive salad – a sensational arrangement of tastes and textures.

My partner tucked in to the black pudding and smoked pancetta salad, with soda bread

croutons, delicate roast baby apples and onion chutney; a sublime savoury-sweet combination that set high expectations for what was ahead.

A beetroot, vodka and apple gazpacho amuse-bouche was the ideal palate refresher before we enjoyed our mains. The fillet of sea trout with caper, saffron and lemon butter came accompanied by a sunblush tomato and a ratte potato crisp salad and was a wonderfully light dish packed with flavour. Across the table, my companion savoured the beautifully tender venison haunch, beetroot and fondant potatoes, chantenay carrots and – a special mention must be given to the luxurious – chocolate jus.

The just-right portion sizes allowed room for dessert and – being a sucker for an old classic – my partner couldn’t resist the jam roly-poly. Far from the school dinner approach, this neat sponge cake came oozing with alluring jam balanced with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. My pot au chocolate, topped with rich coffee cream and served with crisp coconut biscotti, was a deliciously indulgent ending to a truly sensational evening.

It’s clear Vernon has flair and an eye for detail and it is this, combined with the tranquil surroundings and attentive staff, that make dining at The Maynard a truly memorable experience. And after checking out the many special offers online, it won’t be long before we’re back to indulge in an overnight stay too.

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SS Leisure

With charm in abundance, The Rutland Arms is the perfect place for a perfect pint.

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n 9 February 1946, in his regular Evening Standard column, George Orwell described his perfect – albeit mythical – pub, The Moon

Under Water.

In it he would be welcomed by friendly bar staff who knew their many regular customers by name, find real burning fires, wander into a delightful garden and – most importantly – sup some really great beer.

Imagine the delight of The Rutland Arms’ landlord and lady – Gary Fantom and Lucie Thacker – when a regular customer described their humble pub as the nearest thing to Orwell’s fantasy watering hole.

“It’s simple – we offer a warm welcome and an inviting atmosphere with friendly staff who serve up great beer,” says Gary. “We also don’t play music, apart from a live folk night on the first Tuesday of every month, because a pub should provide a platform for chat and debate.”

It was December 2009 when Gary left the motor trade after 30 years to take up the reins as landlord along with his partner Lucie – and they haven’t looked back since. “It was

always in the back of my mind that I wanted to run a pub because, although I’m not a great drinker, I love the art of conversation.”

At lunchtime (12-2pm) they serve soup, sandwiches and pie and peas, but food isn’t available in the evening as they believe it distracts from the nature of the pub. “We believe in keeping the pub a proper pub. Food changes the atmosphere and it’s beer we’re passionate about.”

From noon till midnight every day they serve six long-standing traditional beer brands, which customers want, recognise and trust. Four well-loved classics are joined by two regularly changing guest beers, as well as a good selection of wines, spirits and soft drinks.

With countless awards under their belt, including CAMRA’s 2012 country pub of the year, a Passion for Excellence gold award from Everards in 2013 and, last year, a special recognition for business partner of the year by their brewery, Punch, it’s clear that it’s not just the locals who rate the Rutland. Entries in the Good Pub Guide in 2014 and 2015 have cemented their sterling reputation even further.

“We believe a pub needs an identity, ideas, great products, charm, personality and reasons for customers to want to come back,” says Gary. “The Rutland has all of these in abundance.”

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There is a strong Spanish influence at Casa – even the special oven comes from Barcelona – and the result is a memorable dining experience.

Turn up the heat

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ith napkins expertly crafted into origami suit jackets, a standing Salvador Dali-inspired melting grandfather clock and a Josper oven that heats up to an impressive 350 degrees – Casa’s Cocina restaurant has a winning recipe for lasting impressions.

And while the first and second of these simply add to the overall character of the stylish award-winning two-rosette restaurant, the last is essential to producing the highest quality meats – cooked exactly as they should be – and owner Steve Perez wouldn’t have it any other way.

Steve’s love affair with Josper ovens began one evening at a high-end London restaurant.

The steak he ate that night was a cut above, and the answer – it turned out – was in a Josper.

This charcoal-fired oven from Barcelona combines the functions of an oven and grill, and by working at such high temperatures that the meat is sealed, smoked and grilled all at the same time. The results are unique.

These ovens are particularly popular in Spain, where Steve’s father comes from, and this cultural influence resonates heavily throughout the hotel and Cocina’s menu.

The starter menu in particular offers a true taste of tapas with a selection of eight dishes to choose from. One of the newest additions to the spring menu – the chargrilled cumin-marinated lamb skewers with a tomato and herb salsa – proved to be a winning choice. But the charcuteria board, with a selection of prime Spanish cold meats, rustic breads and olives, and the sautéed chorizo and sweet potato were equally delicious.

An introduction to the main menu tells customers their meat is locally sourced and, where possible, is reared and sourced from Steve’s organic Walton Lodge Farm, just four miles away. The beef, which comes from Belted Galloway and Highland Cattle, is hung for 28 days to allow the flavours to develop and my partner put it to the test with a 4oz fillet steak. Cooked medium-rare and served on a rustic wooden board with proper chunky chips and a side of onion rings – both in miniature fryers – my companion confirmed the dish was as

Casa owner Steve Perez with chefs (from left) Paul Heeley, Andy Wilson and Jack Butler

delicious as the presentation promised – and the steak was the most succulent he’d ever tasted.

But the true star of the show – perhaps I’m biased – was the oven-roasted fillet of cod wrapped in pancetta, served with a butter bean, chorizo and rocket fricassee, pea purée, crispy capers and a lemon beurre blanc. Not only was the fish cooked to perfection, but the savoury flavours were offset wonderfully by the light zing of the lemon. It was a true sensation.

Desserts are not simply just a way to end a meal at Cocina, but for many are the highlight. Both the vanilla poached pear with coconut meringue and coconut ice cream and the passion fruit crème brûlée with mixed fruit biscotti were savoured attentively – as something of this calibre deserves.

Before it was time to (reluctantly) leave the restaurant, I met head chef Andy Wilson.

He has been cooking up excellence at Cocina since Casa opened in 2010 and from a brief conversation with Andy and two of his chefs, Paul Heeley and Jack Butler, it’s clear that passion for, and knowledge about, food plays a huge part in the success here. Long may it continue.

Words and photograpy: Fiona Barber

What we ate: Starters Charcuteria board – a selection of prime Spanish cold meats with rustic breads, £8 Sautéed chorizo and sweet potato, £4.50 Cumin-marinated lamb skewers, £4.50 Mains Oven-roasted fillet of cod wrapped in pancetta, £21 4oz fillet steak, £18 Beer battered onion rings, £3 Honey glazed carrots, £3

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Desserts Coconut terrine, £6.50 Passion fruit crème brûlée, £6.50 Drinks Large bottle San Miguel, £6 Large still water, £3.60 Lime and soda, £2.50 Glass of Cava Reserva, £6 Tea, £2.50 Cocina, Casa Hotel, Lockoford Lane, Chesterfield, S41 7JB Tel: 01246 245 999 www.casahotels.co.uk

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

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s the first signs of summer begin to show, it can be easy to forget the troubles our boilers have been causing us during the colder months.

But before we know it, those chilly winter evenings will be creeping in again, and it’s important to ensure your heating system is in working order, so you can escape from the cold to a haven of snug warmth.

Blueflame is a local Chesterfield-based gas service company that specialises in providing annual service plans for central heating systems. Established 12 years ago, this professional family run business has over 30 years’ combined experience in the industry.

Heating and hot water are things that we rely on completely, but we don’t always realise this until something goes wrong.

When it does, it’s incredibly frustrating – and often very expensive.

Service plans are a way to spread the cost of these breakdowns through monthly payments. They help to ensure someone is always on hand to help if things do go wrong.

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the peace of mind it provides – as payments are made on a monthly basis you’ll have nothing to worry about, safe in the knowledge that there’ll be someone on hand to fix your system when it fails.

Something that often discourages us from agreeing contracts is the small print – but there are no such worries with Blueflame.

“Our terms and conditions are nine points on a single side of A4 in 12 point font,” says company director John Beevers. “You won’t have to trawl through a book of details!”

Blueflame offers a few different levels of cover, but the basic packages are silver, which covers boilers, or gold, which also covers the full central heating system. Compared to the larger national firms, prices are very competitive.

Blueflame specialise in service plans, but that’s by no means all they do. They offer a complete range of gas and plumbing services, including boiler swaps, upgrades and power flushing to mention just a few.

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What’s even more impressive is Blueflame’s fabulous reputation. They’ve got a database full of satisfied customers – many of whom return to this friendly company again and again.

Blueflame are on hand to help all year round, so you can enjoy the sun safe in the knowledge that you’ve already planned ahead for a cosy winter. Call today to find out more.

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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.

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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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Fashions for charity There was a full house at Blanc for a fashion show, which raised £389 for The Sick Children’s Trust and Magnolia House in Sheffield.

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Chi Chi also held a really successful show, raising £1,600 for Myeloma UK.

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Make the right choice

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From small class sizes to specialist sports teachers, Sheffield High School has many outstanding features.

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here are few schools in the region that offer seamless education for girls aged four to 18. Sheffield High School, the long-established independent day school nestling in a beautiful residential area in leafy Broomhill, is however one such place.

This award-winning school develops dynamic and open-minded young women, who begin their journey to success in the Infant and Junior school.

With small class sizes, individual attention given to each pupil, specialist music and sports teachers, an excellent partnership with parents, supervised care from 7.30am6.15pm, on-site meal preparation, close links with the senior school and a tailor-made curriculum – to name just a few of the school’s many outstanding features – it’s little wonder that Sheffield High pupils grow into such confident, considerate young women.

Its membership of the influential Girls’ Day School Trust – the UK’s leading network of independent girls’ schools – gives parents even greater confidence in the school’s ability to provide the very best education for their daughters.

Headteacher, Anne Jones, who joined the school 20 years ago, first experienced Sheffield High School as a mum, so she knows exactly what discerning parents expect.

“Our aim is for every girl to reach her

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potential within an exciting, challenging and inspirational environment where there is always lots to do,” she says. “Girls and boys learn in different ways and here we are able to take an approach that suits our girls perfectly.”

Pupils excel in traditionally maleorientated subjects such as ICT, maths and technology as they’re able to fully develop their confidence in these areas. Science is also a high priority and the specialist science zone, designed specifically for primary school learning, ensures the girls always look forward to their weekly two-hour science sessions.

The school also provides an outstanding selection of more than 30 extra-curricular activities including sports such as netball and hockey, drumming, string and wind bands, arts and crafts and technology and there’s even a computer coding club. Every member of staff runs at least one of these clubs, so that their broad range of skills is fully utilised.

During free time, there are plenty more opportunities for the girls to expend their energy in the school’s safe and stimulating environment. The newly refurbished playground, which pupils helped to design, boasts a host of exciting and colourful play equipment.

Throughout their education, the girls are mentored by senior students, who act as role models for the Infant and Junior School girls.

Sixth formers even come back to where their journey began to work with younger students and encourage them to exceed their own expectations.

Taking the first steps into a new environment can be a daunting prospect for a young girl. Knowing that she not only has the support of caring, specialist staff but also access to outstanding facilities ensures that each girl settles into school life quickly at Sheffield High – and that she is well supported throughout her education.

To find out why Sheffield High School is the right choice for your daughter, call 0114 266 1435 to arrange a visit, or go to www.sheffieldhighschool.org.uk for more information.

Sheffield High School 10 Rutland Park, Sheffield, S10 2PE Senior: 0114 358 7602 Junior: 0114 266 1435 www.sheffieldhighschool.org.uk

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Give your child the best possible start in life at St Peter & St Paul’s – one of the region’s leading independent schools. t Peter & St Paul School, Chesterfield is the highest ranked independent school for Key Stage 2 results in Derbyshire and has a top 100 ranking in The Sunday Times Parent Power Survey of Independent Schools.

Centrally located within easy reach of the M1 and with its own minibus service, St Peter & St Paul is one of the most successful independent primary schools for girls and boys aged 4 to 11 years in the South Yorkshire and North Derbyshire region.

Pupils are guided to impressive academic,sporting and artistic achievements – preparing them for life in secondary school and beyond. Headmaster Andrew Lamb explains: “We watch our pupils grow into confident, courteous and caring individuals.

Many pupils then go on to secure scholarships at leading independent secondary schools including Repton, Sheffield

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High School, Birkdale and Denstone College.

The feedback we consistently receive - is the ease with which our pupils settle into secondary education and how well they have been prepared for the challenges ahead; which is especially impressive given the extremely competitive fees here.”

The curriculum is taught by specialist subject teachers in small classes where individual support is provided.

St Peter & St Paul Independent school is an investment for life, so arrange your visit now by calling us on 01246 278522.

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SS In Brief

Ashdell girls have talent Ashdell has proved once again it has talented girls, as two year six pupils have been awarded scholarships to their senior schools.

Eleonora Coull has gained an academic scholarship to Foremark School, Repton, and Lily Godbole was awarded a maths scholarship at Sheffield High School – the first ever maths scholarship for an Ashdell pupil.

“We are absolutely delighted and very proud of our girls,” said headteacher Anne Camm. “They all work exceptionally hard in their final year here and the results of that hard work have most definitely paid off.”

Care in the community Some adults are more vulnerable than others, and they need a little extra help and support to lead a happy and fulfilling life. The Sharing Lives scheme, from Sheffield City Council, provides carers who support independent living for adults. Carers offer the social interaction needed and help prevent people becoming socially isolated and withdrawn.

Sharing Lives carers receive payment and choose the amount of work they do, from just 12 hours per week. They also get to choose what kind of care and support they offer, from the befriending service, which offers support out and about in the community; helping people to do the things they like to do like shopping, through to providing long-term respite care in their home.

Anyone over 18 can apply to become a carer. Apply today and you could make someone’s life better. For information visit www.sheffield.gov.uk/sharing lives, email sharinglives@sheffield.gov.uk, or phone 0114 273 5275.

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Sue says: “We’re not only interested in the individual For further details contact Hansons we’re delivering the care to, but also their wider Auctioneers on 01283 733988, email family. We want Lime Tree House to be a home service@hansonsauctioneers.co.uk or visit away from home for everyone concerned.” the website www.hansonsauctioneers.co.uk.

To aid the transition from home to residential care, one of the respite rooms at Lime Tree House has a lounge attached with overnight facilities for family members or carers. The room is also available for end-oflife care, offering a caring and sensitive environment, as well as support, for both patients and family members at this difficult time.

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Tricia and Becca have known each other for over three years.

They met through Sharing Lives, a Sheffield City Council service which helps support independent living for adults. Becca needs a little extra care and support to enjoy her life, so she goes to Tricia’s house some weekends for respite care, to give her usual carers a break and get the time and space she needs.

Becca talks fondly of her time at Tricia’s; “I really look forward to when it’s my weekend at Tricia’s house. I’m really ready for it - without a break, things used to escalate and get a little tense at times, so a break makes me feel refreshed when I go back home.”

Tricia adds; “My husband and I talk fondly about the people we’ve supported through Sharing Lives. The best thing is feeling that we are working together to make things better. I think it’s worth getting involved. You don’t need a spare room to be part of Sharing Lives, you just need some time and a heart for people.”

There are many more adults across Sheffield who need a little extra help and support. All Sharing Lives carers receive payment and training. Anyone over 18 can apply.

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SS Motoring

Jordan Cutforth rounds up the latest motoring news.

The thinking mans supercar The last generation Audi R8 was a huge success. This new version has some big shoes to fill.

Based on the Lamborghini Huracan, the new Audi R8 will come in two flavours when it’s released in late 2015: the V10 and V10 Plus. The former obviously gets a V10 engine, this time packing 533hp. The latter also has a V10, but the Plus adds an extra 69hp, equating to a total output of 602hp – the most powerful production Audi ever.

Both versions come with quattro allwheel drive with variable torque control, and all the latest Audi tech including the ‘virtual cockpit’ for the instruments. Plus, only a duelclutch transmission will be offered. No manual.

The V10 will start from £119,500 and the V10 Plus from £137,500.

Porsche 911 GT3 RS – it’s back Porsche’s ultimate track-day monster has returned. Gone is the GT3’s 3.8-litre engine and in arrives a new 4.0-litre straight-six unit.

Power has risen to 500hp making the 0-62mph sprint a blur at 3.3 seconds and the 0-124mph time takes 10.9 seconds. Only the PDK dual-clutch gearbox will be offered.

Prices will start from £131,296 when they arrive in Porsche showrooms in May.

Who needs an SUV? Volkswagen has done to the Passat what they did to the Octavia: they’ve jacked-up the ride-height, added black body cladding as well as fitting permanent all-wheel drive.

For sure it’ll tackle muddy terrain better than most SUVs and with the Passat’s mandatory estate body, it’ll be as practical, if not more so.

There will be five engines available which range from 148hp to 217hp for the petrol engines and 148hp to 237hp for the diesels’. All engines will come with a stop-start system, the ability to recover energy lost whilst braking and battery regeneration.

New found sophistication?

The eagerly anticipated new Ford Focus RS will be packing a new 2.3-litre EcoBoost engine under its bonnet, housing 316hp.

To tame all these rampaging stallions, the power is delivered through – for the first time in a Focus – an all-new all-wheel drive system. A six-speed manual is the only option as well.

The tell-tail signs of the Focus RS are the addition of a new, aggressive front bumper; side skirts; a projecting rear wing; a prominent rear diffuser; and two enormous gaping exhaust tailpipes.

Even with all these alterations, it looks rather subdued compared to previous RS models that went before; there’s no bonnet bulges or flared wheel arches. It still looks menacing though.

Due to go on sale in early 2016 costing around £30,000.

Continued improvement The Ford EcoSport has had a hard life since it was born last year by not quite being able to match its closest rivals for space and driving enjoyment. Ford have realised this and so they’ve created the ‘sportier’ EcoSport S. Available later on in the year, the EcoSport S will incorporate the new engineering tweaks of the normal model – 10mm drop in ride height, improved sound deadening, a reworked steering system and improved styling changes to the interior – but the S will add a new exterior colour named deep impact blue, a black roof, black mirror caps, a sporty rear diffuser and privacy glass.

The EcoSport S will incorporate the same engines as the normal EcoSport. The diesel engines however gain an extra 5hp.

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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.

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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We’ve got a billion reasons to celebrate our town’s growing success, says Peter Swallow, Chair of Destination Chesterfield.

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e regularly hear about new investment in Chesterfield, whether this is Markham Vale, Peak Resorts, Chesterfield Waterside or one of our expanding local businesses. But at the Celebrate Chesterfield event it was calculated that the total amount of money being invested in the town over the next ten years is actually £1billion. There was an audible intake of breath in the room when it was announced, proving once again that Chesterfield is punching well and truly above its weight.

This investment will bring lots of homes, leisure facilities, restaurants and businesses to Chesterfield, which will create thousands of jobs. With jobs comes more spending power in our local economy so everyone in our town will benefit. The future for Chesterfield is very exciting but we must not lose sight of what we have now. It is important to support the businesses that are already within the town and help them continue to thrive so they will be around to reap the benefits of

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the £1billion of future investment.

The annual Chesterfield Retail Awards organised by Destination Chesterfield is a great example of how we strive to celebrate and support businesses. I am delighted to see that so many people have got behind the awards once again and nominated their favourite retailers.

We’ll be announcing the winners in June.

However, it is my view that every one of Chesterfield’s retailers should be commended. It is no secret that UK high streets are in decline and, though ours is bucking the trend and doing well, we could do better. One example is the plan for the former Co-op building that is in the pipeline and I, like everyone else, look forward to seeing an important building brought back into use.

Whether or not you nominated a business for the Retail Awards, my plea to you - to keep Chesterfield thriving now – is for you to shop local. Independent retailers in

the town centre and along Chatsworth Road and Whittington Moor have everything you could ever need.You name it – fruit and vegetables from the market, gifts, clothing, furniture, jewellery – we really do have it all.

Our town’s mix of retailers – independents alongside high street chains – is what sets us apart from other high streets.

We have variety that others are lacking and this is the reason people travel from the Peak District, Buxton, Dronfield, South Sheffield and even Leicestershire to shop here. But let’s make sure we support our independent retailers. Chesterfield can enjoy its modern awakening now, not in ten years’ time.

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£5,500 Platinum & 18ct Rose Gold

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£2,200 Morganite & Diamond