Westside March 2019

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First steps Focus on learning

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The heat is on Westside Restaurant & Bar Awards and Young Chef of the Year 2019

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CONTENTS

20 Happy days

Give your children the best possible start in life with the help of these local establishments

27 Bringing up baby

Phoebe Fuller pilots the pricey path of parenthood

30 Home & Garden

It’s finally spring, and we all know that means it’s time to give our homes a bit of a freshen up. We can’t all be Marie Kondo or Mrs Hinch, but why not give it your best shot with the help of these handy storage solutions?

68 Fashion

Turn to local independents for inspiration this new season

72 Beauty

90 Competition

Win tickets to see Westlife at FlyDSA Arena

98 Travel

Oman is one of the most exciting tourist destinations in the Middle East

100 Holiday hotspots 2019

Make this year a memorable one and travel to one of these dream destinations

104 Put yourself in the picture

We are proud to announce that the nominations for the 2019 Westside Restaurant & Bar Awards are now open

106 Meet the chef

A selection of local cooks share their kitchen secrets, culinary loves and foodie influences

Keep your lips soft, smooth and healthy with these salves, balms and boosters

74 Make it extra special

Treat mum this Mother’s Day with one of these locally-available gifts

78 The Diary

Our monthly round-up of what’s happening in your area, plus we speak to magician/ comedian Pete Firman

83 Eating Out

We dine at the Samuel Fox Country Inn, Jaflong, Aston Hall Hotel, Ferndale Garden Centre, Bank House, Nonnas, Rossi’s and West 10

121 Competition

Win tapas, wine and jazz for two at The Library

124 Heroes

A new health-led employment trial is testing a revolutionary type of support service to help people find and stay in work

151 Quirky Corner

It’s been described as ‘akin to being in the Himalayas’ but not many people know about this oasis of calm – or the story behind it

152 Motoring

BUSINESS SECTION: 136 Champion Hire

Sheffield-based Champion Hire, which has five depots covering the North of England and the Midlands, is this year celebrating its 50th anniversary. we trace the company’s fascinating development

138 Kick-start your idea

With a wealth of support on offer, the Sheffield City Region is a great place to start a new business

141 Blazing a trail

National Apprenticeship Week 2019 aims to change perceptions and will showcase how the schemes work across all industries and sectors

142 NOCN

NOCN is a Sheffield-based assessment organisation delivering services across the UK

146 Bringing women together

The theme for this year’s International Women’s day, which takes place on 8 March, is #balanceforbetter

147 Leading ladies

Women are making waves in the world of business. Here we focus on some local success stories

Jordan Cutforth rounds-up the latest news

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PROMOTION

Double winners IT WAS A PARTICULARLY IMPRESSIVE 2018 FOR WHITEHORNES ESTATE AGENTS WHO WON TWO AWARDS AT THE GUILD AWARDS CEREMONY.

Ian and Suzanne Whitehorne

stablished in 2007, Whitehornes is one of the few remaining truly independent, family run estate agents in Sheffield.

Providing a friendly, yet professional service that they tailor to suit each of their clients, the team at Whitehornes are passionate and dedicated to providing their customers with the best service.

They work hard to ensure that every sale and purchase moves forward as quickly, efficiently and as stress-free as possible, and all of this hard work has clearly paid off, as this January they found themselves recognised not once, but twice

by The Guild of Property Professionals.

Whitehornes are members of The Guild, a national network of 800 carefully selected independent estate agents, working together to consistently raise standards of excellence and professionalism in the industry.

Each year, The Guild celebrate the achievements of its members at The Guild Awards ceremony. This year, the event was held at QEII Centre in Westminster and presented by British TV presenter Rachel Riley, and Iain McKenzie, CEO of The Guild.

The awards ceremony followed a full day at The Guild Annual Conference, where new strategies, services and plans were revealed to keep Guild Members at the forefront of the industry, and estate agents also heard from motivational keynote speakers and property industry experts.

The Guild Awards were sponsored by The Telegraph, who commented: “As the UK’s best-selling quality daily newspaper,

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The Telegraph is looked to by its readers as a trusted source of expertise. It is therefore fitting that we are able to celebrate excellence in the property industry by sponsoring The Guild of Property Professionals Awards.”

Whitehornes were proud to be chosen to receive the Gold Lettings and Silver Sales awards, which were collected by Ian and Suzanne Whitehorne in front of nearly 500 estate agents.

“We are thrilled to be recognised twice for our dedication throughout 2018. These awards symbolise our commitment to excellence within the property industry,” said Ian Whitehorne, Director of Whitehornes Estate Agents. “To win two awards for our efforts in both sales and lettings is absolutely fantastic.”

Iain McKenzie, CEO of The Guild, said: “The Guild Awards is a much-anticipated fixture on our calendar, and this year’s event was another huge success. It was great to be able to get together and celebrate excellence within our network.

“We are thrilled to be recognised twice for our dedication throughout 2018. These awards symbolise our commitment to excellence within the property industry.”

– Ian Whitehorne

PROMOTION

Congratulations go out to all the agents and offices that received awards this year.”

Knowledge, integrity and results are at the core of The Guild, and it’s clear that they are at the core of everything that they do at Whitehornes, too.

The team at Whitehornes appreciate that it takes time and effort to buy or sell a property, and they don’t just sit back and wait for things to happen. So whether you’re a first time buyer looking to get on to the property ladder, you’re looking for a professional partner to manage your portfolio or you’re simply looking for some investment advice, Whitehornes can help you.

Renting out a property?

If you’re a landlord, no matter your experience, Whitehornes’ lettings department can offer you anything from a fully managed service to a simple tenant finding only service.

They can carry out viewings, provide LET boards and complete credit checks, as well as prepare tenancy agreements, place bonds with a deposit protection service and liaise with Sheffield City Council and any utility companies.

No matter what services you require from the team at Whitehornes, you’re guaranteed professionalism, dedication and commitment from their highly trained and experienced staff.

Whitehornes Banner Cross Office: 952 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield, S11 8TR Tel: 0114 268 8533 Woodseats Office: 786 Chesterfield Road, Sheffield, S8 0SF Tel: 0114 250 6070

Buying a home?

Whitehornes’ strong team of mortgage brokers take the time to understand each client’s current situation, needs and goals, and they help each client achieve them by offering clear, fair and factual advice.

They offer a wide range of products, including first time buyers, home movers, re-mortgages, buy to lets, equity release and protection insurance.

With access to the latest mortgage rates and exclusive deals, the team can give you expert advice on the whole of the mortgage market.

Selling your home?

If you’re looking to sell a property with Whitehornes, they understand that first impressions mean everything. They offer the very best in professional photography to ensure that your property is showcased to its full potential.

Your property will be promoted to the widest possible audience to ensure that together, you find the right buyer in the shortest possible time. Your property will be advertised on Whitehornes’ website alongside the UK’s leading property websites, including Rightmove, Zoopla and Prime Location.

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PROMOTION

Do not delay WILL YOU BE ABLE TO SELL YOUR LEASEHOLD PROPERTY? BY STAN WRIGLEY, MEMBER OF THE CONVEYANCING TEAM WITH ELLIOT MATHER LLP. o you know the term remaining on your leasehold house or apartment? Probably not.

However, many properties in Sheffield and the surrounding area were made subject to leases when first sold, typically for 99 or 125 years from when the property was built, meaning that many of these lease terms are now ‘winding down’, sometimes to the point where the property has become unsaleable.

It would therefore be wise to check the remaining term of your lease and seek specialist advice and where necessary, take urgent action for a number of reasons. If the remaining term is anywhere close to 80 years, you could find yourself with an unsaleable property and the cost of making it saleable would increase considerably the longer the delay.

Most leasehold owners will (subject to satisfying certain conditions) have options available to them, which will remedy the problem, for example, they could arrange for an extension of their lease term or perhaps even purchase the freehold to their leasehold house (thus effectively making their home freehold).

This is a complex area of law, currently under review by the Government, and it is anticipated that

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new legislation will follow which will be designed to make dealings in such matters less complicated, drawn out and expensive for those of us that find we need to take action.

However, my advice is not to simply to wait and see how the anticipated new legislation may affect us, but to check our remaining lease term now and if it is found to be anywhere close to 80 years, then act now.

If you are unsure on how to check on your lease term or if you would like any further information or advice in connection with your lease, then please do get in touch with me on a no obligation basis and we can see if I can be of help.

Stan Wrigley is a lawyer and member of the conveyancing team with Elliot Mather LLP specialising in Enfranchisement and Lease Extensions and can be contacted on 01246 231288 to discuss your circumstances and provide guidance on the procedure and an estimate of the likely costs involved to extend your lease or purchase your freehold.

Elliot Mather LLP Tel: 01246 231288 www.elliotmather.co.uk

LOCAL, FRIENDLY, EXPERT, AFFORDABLE Elliot Mather LLP have offices in Chesterfield, Mansfield, Derby, Matlock and Nottingham, delivering a premium legal services to clients throughout Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and South Yorkshire.

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SCHOOLS

Happy days GIVE YOUR CHILDREN THE BEST POSSIBLE START IN LIFE WITH THE HELP OF THESE LOCAL ESTABLISHMENTS. Mount St Mary’s College Mount St Mary’s College is a vibrant and thriving school. Although much has changed in its remarkable history, the Mount preserves and cherishes its Jesuit identity. Care of the individual and the pursuit of excellence are at the heart of everyday life.

Whilst the majority of the students at the school are from the local area, many using the extensive minibus service each day, around 20 per cent of students come from countries around the world. This creates a diverse, cosmopolitan environment, reflective of the wider world, where students learn to live and work alongside one another.

As the preparatory school to Mount St Mary’s College, Barlborough Hall School could not be a more perfect place for a young child to learn, with facilities including music and language classrooms, a science laboratory, swimming pool, IT suite, art room and much more.

College Road, Spinkhill, S21 3YL Tel: 01246 433388 / www.msmcollege.com

b.biscuit It’s time to start thinking about spring and there’s lots of new stock arriving at b.biscuit in Hunters Bar. There are lots of beautiful new designs to choose from, from brands such as Frugi, Piccalilly, Maxomorra, Molo and popular Sheffield brand Bear & Babe.

There are also plenty of lovely new raincoats, rainsuits and wellies from the amazing Canadian brand Hatley.

Also, remember to pop in if you need a gift as there’s a gorgeous new range of Jellycat soft toys including cuddly chicks, lambs and bunnies, perfect for springtime.

77 Junction Road, S11 8XA Tel: 0114 266 1221 / www.bbiscuit.co.uk

Old School House Nursery Schools SAFE, HAPPY & LEARNING: 20 www.sheffieldvibe.com

Children at the Old School House Nursery Schools enjoy the best possible start in life. With rich learning opportunities, spacious buildings and outdoor facilities, state-of-the-art play equipment and highly trained and professional staff, there’s a very happy clientele at The Old School House Nurseries.

For nearly 30 years this friendly, familyrun nursery has forged a reputation as a leader in childcare provision, providing wraparound care and a plethora of activities for babies and children from three months to school age.

The Old School House in Crosspool received ‘outstanding’ in their last Ofsted report as well as being awarded the Gold Standard by Investors of People.

Benty Lane, Crosspool, Sheffield Tel: 0114 266 6930 Endcliffe Rise Road, Sheffield Tel: 0114 266 3230 www.oshnursery.co.uk

Birkdale School Birkdale School has a long and distinguished history, celebrating the past by ensuring they are the best we can be right now.

Dedicated teachers deliver an outstanding all-round education enriched by everything a young person needs to be the best they can be today and achieve whatever they desire tomorrow.

Birkdale is the only school in Sheffield specialising in quality education for boys aged 4-16. The thriving co-educational Sixth Form prepares young adults in the best way for higher education.

In 2018, pupils achieved their best ever GCSE grades – a fifth of all entries achieved the top grade 9. At A level nearly 50 per cent of all grades at A* or A. With a dynamic curriculum that has a focus on academic ambition, achieved through a well-rounded education and backed up by Christian values, Birkdale are confident your child can – and will – Be Better at Birkdale.

Oakholme Road, Sheffield S10 3DH Tel: 0114 266 8408 www.birkdaleschool.org.uk

Thomas Rotherham College Thomas Rotherham College was one of the first sixth form colleges in England. New facilities include a two-storey Learning Resources Centre, lecture theatre, specialist technologies for media, science labs, performing arts studio, music studios, fitness centre, artificial pitch, sports hall, dance studio, large student social space, outdoor pitches and extensive grounds.

After-school facilities cover an excellent and varied range of enrichment activities to complement the academic programme and boost the enjoyment, health and employability of students.

TRC prides itself on excellent progression to competitive higher education courses with positive destinations for students above the national average for college leavers.

Moorgate Road, Rotherham S60 2BE Tel: 01709 300600 www.thomroth.ac.uk

Westbourne School Westbourne School, Sheffield’s only non-selective co-educational independent school for children aged three to 16, now offers all pupils the opportunity to enjoy classes in the new Forest School area for outdoor learning and development.

By utilising the whole leafy campus in the centre of Broomhill, Westbourne allows more children to access new skills at the same time as developing teamwork, perseverance and resilience.

Outdoor lessons are based in The Dell – a stimulating location that encourages the imagination at any time of the year.

Westbourne does not have an entrance exam – pupils are accepted on their own merit, with a focus on individualised learning, offering every child the opportunity to excel and to be the best that they can be.

60 Westbourne Road, Sheffield S10 2QT Tel: 0114 266 0374 www.westbourneschool.co.uk

PROMOTION

A FOREST SCHOOL HAS ADDED A NEW DIMENSION TO LIFE AT WESTBOURNE SCHOOL.

Big demand for Westbourne places fully rounded education doesn’t just happen in the classroom… which is why Westbourne School is taking its lessons outdoors.

Sheffield’s only non-selective coeducational independent school for children aged three to 16 is proud and delighted to now offer all pupils the opportunity to enjoy classes in the new Forest School area for outdoor learning and development.

The school has made great headway toward its long-term goal of improving the social and emotional wellbeing of its children through increased access to outdoor learning.

By utilising the whole leafy campus in the centre of Broomhill, Westbourne has ensured that their Forest School provision continues to grow, allowing more children to access new skills at the same time as developing teamwork, perseverance and resilience.

Outdoor lessons are based in The Dell, a beautiful secret wooded garden that can be used for everything from science classes to drama – a stimulating location that encourages the imagination at any time of the year.

Westbourne does not have an entrance exam – pupils are accepted on their own merit, with a focus on individualised learning, offering every child the opportunity to excel and to be the best that they can be.

It is an approach that has enjoyed an excellent success rate with enviable GCSE results to accompany its high rankings and accolades.

A number of pupils do leave at 13 to head to top boarding schools – most recently such acclaimed centres of

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Westbourne also offers a range of scholarships that for 2019 have proved more popular than ever before.

Scholarships offer potential students the chance to join the school with a financial saving and this year saw 40 students competing for the coveted places which has resulted in Year 7 being oversubscribed for September 2019.

Another hugely successful area for growth at Westbourne has been its very popular pre-school for children aged three to four, open 39 weeks every year and offering indoor and outdoor classes with specialist training in French, music, drama and PE. Building on that success, the school will be unveiling its new Stay and Play sessions for children under the age of five at the start of the summer term – the ideal way to introduce the youngest members of the family to the Westbourne way of life.

Although it is a school based very much at the heart of Sheffield – just minutes away from the University of Sheffield, the city’s principal hospitals, the historic Botanical Gardens and the bustling retail centre of Broomhill –

Westbourne also proves enormously popular to families living in Derbyshire and the Peak District.

There’s a well-established daily bus service which begins its journey in Matlock and then travels through Bakewell to Hathersage via Grindleford before going on to Bamford and coming in to Sheffield via Crosspool.

Transport links to the Chesterfield area have also proved to be extremely well used.

And once at Westbourne’s historic Broomhill campus, children can enjoy the special environment of the only coeducational independent school in Sheffield offering first class education to girls and boys.

Parents are advised to think ahead as places are in such high demand that it is essential to begin the application process as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

To begin your child’s Westbourne adventure call 0114 266 0374 or visit www.westbourneschool.co.uk

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THE OLD SCHOOL HOUSE NURSERY SCHOOLS Est. over 25 years Safe, Happy & Learning Our aim is to provide the highest possible education and care with excellent facilities, offering parents a wide choice of provision with Out of School and Holiday Clubs for ages up to 11 years.

OPEN ALL YEAR 7.30am - 6.30pm

FOREST SCHOOLS Benty Lane, Crosspool Sheffield S10 5NF | Tel: 0114 266 6930

www.oshnursery.co.uk Also at The Rise, Endcliffe Rise Road, Sheffield, S11 8RU | Tel: 0114 266 3230

Free Nursery Grant Places

We need Foster Carers in your area If you are interested in fostering, or transferring to us contact us on Freephone: 0800 012 6507 for further details

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We are rated Outstanding by Ofsted We are a well established experienced fostering agency.

We embrace a therapeutic parenting model.

This is incorporated in all that we do. Children’s outcomes matter to us. We have support of a therapist who provides extensive training and consultations. We value our carers.

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COMPETITION

Win tickets to see Wallace & Gromit’s Musical Marvels he musical event of 2019 is coming! In May and June 2019, Carrot Productions will tour Wallace & Gromit’s Musical Marvels across the UK. And we have a family ticket for four people to win when the show comes to Sheffield City Hall on 19 May. Join everyone’s favourite dynamic duo as Wallace prepares to perform his musical masterpiece, My Concerto in Ee Lad, with help from his faithful canine

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HOW TO ENTER: For the chance to win tickets for a family of four to see Wallace & Gromit’s Musical Marvels at Sheffield City Hall on 19 May go to www.rmcmedia.co.uk/ competitions to answer the following question.

companion Gromit… what could possibly go wrong?!

This interactive experience features specially created animations as well as live orchestral accompaniment and escapades from the Picture House Orchestra and presenter Matthew Sharp.

And if that wasn’t enough, for the first time ever, you can also enjoy the Academy Award® winning Wallace & Gromit film The Wrong Trousers with live orchestral accompaniment.

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Bringing up baby PHOEBE FULLER PILOTS THE PRICEY PATH OF PARENTHOOD. umans: we’re an expensive bunch, aren’t we? With a constantly evolving need for something or another – a need to pass time, a need to FILL time, a need to see this or own that... most of our needs (ahem, wants!) don’t come free or, sadly, even cheap. But what about the littlest among us – the ones with the chubby cheeks, tiny fingernails, and soft tufts of hair – just how expensive are babies?

Well, they aren’t exactly low-cost because, let’s not forget, they don’t stay babies forever…

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The changing of times Findings from the Centre of Economic and Business Research tells us that the cost of raising a child has increased by 63 per cent since 2003 – that’s almost twice the annual rate of inflation. There is strong evidence to suggest that childcare and education are the main contributing factors to this increase, given that they now account for 62 per cent of parental spending. This financial rise could be the reason for another recent trend: going child-free (‘free’ being the operative word!).

According to the Office for National Statistics, the percentage of women choosing to not have children has doubled in a generation too, with 18 per cent of women born in 1970 being child-free by the time they’re 45. This, compared to just nine per cent for those born in 1946, tells us that the cost of bringing up a child or two may be just too great for some to bear, especially as this cost is steadily on the rise.

Fifteen years ago, Westside tracked the financial cost of bringing up Emily, an imagined first-born to affluent Sheffield parents, and found that she’d cost mum and dad a whopping £276,394 from birth to age 18. But for those who haven’t been put off by the cost of child-rearing, just how much would Emily cost in 2019? Let’s find out, shall we? www.sheffieldvibe.com 27

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Emily as a newborn Okay, this is the biggest part, isn’t it? You stock up on the essentials and prepare yourself – seriously, prepare yourself! – for the huge expenditure because, after all, you’ll only need to do this once, right? Right?!

So we’ve got to get a crib, some bedding, a mobile, a pram, a changing bag and mat, some bottles and a breast pump, oh not forgetting a baby bath! Plus there’s a car seat, safety equipment, a monitor, towels, flannels, pyjamas, clothes, shoes, toys and a weekly nappy and food expenditure that will equal £20+ a month. But before any of that you’re going to have to fork out £125+ on maternity clothes, surprise!

Total: £2,167 Mothercare Journey pushchair, from £299. www.mothercare.com

Retro Rio nursery furniture set in white, £1,885. www.cuckooland.com

She’s growing so fast!

Blimey, those six months have flown by, time to restock.

She’s outgrown her crib, so you’ll need to buy her a new cot and mattress at £445. Next up you’re going to want to give your arms a rest now that she’s getting bigger – read: heavier – so you can expect to pay £100 for a multi-position shoulder carry.

Bigger baby means bigger clothes, that’ll be a minimum – yes, I said minimum – spend of £146. More nappies and food will jump to £57+ each month, so set aside some extra pennies for that. And perhaps you’ll want to start incorporating a break one night a month? Keep enough money for an £8 per hour babysitter, not to mention 47 weeks of daycare when you eventually go back to work, which brings us to a staggering…

Total: £34,852 Running total: £37,019

Starting school At the tender age of three, Emily can begin preschool and it’s a good’un – a highly-rated independent school close to home; but convenience and high OFSTED ratings come at a price: £12,600 for the year.

Next up is infant school and doesn’t she look wonderful in her smart school uniform? You should hope so, it cost you £334. Not to mention the cost of the school itself which is £27,648, then another £28,692 for three years of junior school; and compulsory school lunches on top of that – over 500 quid per year, for seven years – and yet more uniform to buy… this is getting expensive.

Total: £69,890 Running total: £106,909

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Uh-oh, teenage years You’ve spent so much on preparing her for the world up to this point, it would be daft to stop now.

Give her the chance to spread her wings a bit and send her to a lovely boarding school in York, far enough away for her to have some independence but close enough that she can come home when she needs; seven years at Queen Ethelburga’s will set you back £256,620.

With this newfound freedom comes the desire for her to start choosing her own clothes and leisure activities, so throw in £15 a week pocket money for her and pay the £27 a month mobile phone bill. Oh, she’s going to need a laptop for school too, so get her the £1,080 MacBook that everyone’s been talking about.

Total: £266,508 Running total: £373,417

Don’t forget the gig tickets...

And not forgetting…

Family holidays, with one extra person aboard you’ll be looking at an average extra cost of £1,500 per holiday. Then there are the holidays and trips away with friends that Emily will want to take as she gets older, so expect around £400+ per trip.

Maybe she’ll get into gaming, so an Xbox will set you back £449, and a TV to play it on will be £2,999 if you want to go top-of-theline. She’s bound to like music, so expect anywhere from £30-60 for each gig she begs and begs you to let her go to. And then, the final nail in the coffin of good credit: Christmas and birthdays which, surprisingly, aren’t that expensive when you compare them to the cost of her education. The average total birthday and Christmas spend on a child up until age 18 is £12,528 – let’s just hope she doesn’t have hideously expensive taste.

Total: £17,936 and counting…

Grand total: £389,181+

Final reckoning…

So in 15 short years, the cost of raising Emily has risen by £112,787 – ouch. But wait, there’s more!

If Emily had pursued a university education back then, she’d have had tuition fee loans of anywhere from £1,000 to £3,000 and an average starting salary of £19,000, meaning she could have potentially afforded a tidy little house or flat for herself following graduation – the average Sheffield house price in 2004 was only about £126,000, quite respectable. Nowadays though, Emily will be leaving university having racked up a minimum £27,000 of debt – not forgetting maintenance loan repayments which would total somewhere around £12,000.

Sadly though, starting salaries haven’t increased in kind and remain at the £19,000 mark while house prices in Sheffield now average anywhere from £170,000 to £200,000 – so it seems the odds are stacked against her (parents) who will likely be footing the bill for a little while after her 18th birthday. Better get saving!

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But one business stood head and shoulders above the rest, not only providing a competitive price but also offering the professional advice and knowhow that left Chris in no doubt that he was in safe hands.

Chris chose A61 Bathrooms on Chesterfield Road, Sheffield, a familyrun business headed up by Craig Leighton that has built up a solid reputation, having been in the trade for 25 years, five of those in Woodseats.

“From our very first meeting with Craig, he was very impressive,” recalls Chris. “It wasn’t just about the money, although A61 did quote me a price much lower than some of the other firms I approached. Craig clearly knew exactly what he was talking about.

“My house is a standard two-up, twodown, the bathroom is small and was looking a bit tired and dated.

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One thing Chris knew was that the tired old bath could go. “I hardly ever have a bath but what I did want was a much bigger and nicer shower. Craig told me that if we took the bath out there was room for a lovely big walk-in self-cleaning shower with double doors and two shower heads… it is a proper power shower, just what I wanted.”

Add a new sink and toilet, top of the range copper piping, waterproof woodeffect flooring, tiled walls and a contemporary off-white colour scheme and you have a perfect, small but beautifully designed bathroom, that will bring added value and lasting benefit to Chris’s home for years to come.

Because A61 offer a complete project management service, Chris also had peace of mind knowing everything would be taken care of… and bang on schedule, too.

“Craig told me they’d start work on the Monday morning and finish on Friday afternoon and he was true to his word,” Chris says.

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“The team put in full shift every day, and they could not have been more respectful about being in my home. I felt very secure going to work in the morning and leaving them to get on with the job. Every day I’d come home to find they’d made excellent progress, tidied and hoovered after themselves and taken all their rubbish away.

“By the end of the week everything was done, they even fixed a loose down pipe on the outside of the house at no extra cost, which was definitely a case of going above and beyond what was required.

“I’d have no hesitation in recommending A61 to anyone thinking of having a new bathroom fitted.”

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BRADIE PELL, HEAD OF GRAYSONS’ FAMILY TEAM, ANSWERS SOME OF THE QUESTIONS COMMONLY ASKED

BY CLIENTS WHO’VE DECIDED THEIR MARRIAGE IS OVER.

I want a divorce.

What happens next?

How do I start my divorce?

You need to petition for the divorce.

Once you’ve instructed your solicitor, they will prepare a document, known as the divorce petition. As the petitioner, you’ll need to give details of your marriage, any children and the reason you want a divorce. You’ll have to prove that your marriage has ‘irretrievably broken down’ (the only ground for divorce), based on one of five facts: • adultery • unreasonable behaviour • desertion • two years of separation and both parties’ consent • five years of separation (consent not necessary) Your solicitor will send this document to court, who will post it to your spouse – the respondent. Your spouse then has seven days to acknowledge the petition and either accept it or contest the divorce.

What happens next?

If your spouse accepts the divorce petition, you can apply to court for the decree nisi – the first decree of divorce.

Receipt of this doesn’t mean that the marriage has ended (that is the decree absolute), but that the court has accepted the papers and a judge has accepted that the ground for divorce has been proved.

What happens if my spouse contests the divorce?

Usually, when one person has got to the point where they’ve decided they want a divorce, the other spouse agrees, so contested divorces based on the desire to divorce are rare. A contested divorce is more likely to be based on the ‘fact’ used to prove the irretrievable breakdown of the marriage. However, in reality, unless issues such as domestic violence, substance abuse, criminal activity or financial misconduct are involved, the ‘fact’ relied 56 www.sheffieldvibe.com

upon is unlikely to affect financial settlements or children arrangements.

What is a cross petition?

If the respondent contests the reason for divorce, they can cross-petition for the divorce, contesting that it was your actions that caused the breakdown. There are then two divorce petitions before the court but, only one can ultimately proceed. Contested divorces are complex, time consuming and expensive.

In some instances, the case could go to court, where a judge will weigh up the details of the case before deciding which petition should proceed and whether a decree should be granted.

What is the decree absolute and how long does it take to obtain?

This is the decree that brings your marriage to an end. As the petitioner, you can apply to court for it no earlier than six weeks and one day after the date of your decree nisi. The application is usually processed immediately, but it can take up to four weeks to get the certificate. The respondent will have to wait a further three months to apply for the decree absolute if you don’t.

You may not want to apply for decree absolute if financial matters are outstanding and you should take legal advice on this matter.

What about children and financial issues?

Children, financial and property matters are dealt with separately to the divorce but can run concurrently. You can agree them before, during or after your divorce. In England and Wales, there are no time limits for making a financial claim against your former spouse. This means that you and your spouse can continue to make financial claims (and counter-claims) on each other even after

your decree absolute has been granted and you are fully divorced. However, if either party remarries, they may be barred from making some claims against the former spouse; you should therefore take legal advice before remarriage.

Do I need to go to court to get a divorce?

It’s not usual for the divorce, but you will need to go to court if your spouse is defending the divorce or to argue who should pay the petitioner’s costs if the respondent is being asked to pay and this is not agreed. You may also need to go to court for other matters if you can’t agree them, such as financial matters and child arrangements.

How long does a divorce take?

Providing you’ve agreed as much as possible in advance, your divorce could take an average of six to nine months.

Despite the press reporting on celebrities getting a ‘quickie divorce’, there isn’t such a thing in the UK, apart from in exceptional circumstances, such as a terminal illness. Everyone goes through the same divorce process – celebrity or not – and that process has a minimum duration.

For help and assistance, please contact our highly experienced family lawyers now.You can also find answers to many more questions on our website at www.graysons.co.uk/family.

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Maureen came to see me a few months ago to make her will. She had three children and last year she had moved in with her daughter Carol and family.

She had sold her house and given most of the proceeds to them, and they had built a nice extension at the back of the house so she could live alongside them independently.

More and more people are seeing this as the ideal way to find security in their later years. But from a legal point of view it is a complete minefield. What would happen:If Carol died before her, or went through a divorce or her self-employed husband became bankrupt?

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Would Carol need to mortgage her house to pay them out? .

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James was worried that his demanding lifestyle would mean it was impossible for him to lose weight, however, as soon as he started on the Alevere programme he was convinced that the team at G&M Healthcare could help him.

“My initial concerns were about being hungry, as I ate quite large portions and would often graze during the day. I worked out that I was eating 600/700 calories between meals and I was really worried; I didn’t need to be.

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“Losing weight does not mean giving up everything you enjoy eating. In fact, the pleasure of eating something ‘unhealthy’ is better when it becomes an occasional treat, rather than a regular and ignored part of your diet.”

After three months on the programme James had lost almost seven stone, and was starting to feel much more confident again, and has since continued his weight-loss journey.

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“The most popular cut for diamond is the round brilliant, perfected over centuries to maximise the brilliance and fire the stone produces.” and proportions that have been calculated as producing the best brilliance and fire.

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INTERVIEW

Mr. Marvellous PETE FIRMAN WILL BE MARVELLING AUDIENCES THIS MONTH WITH HIS COMBINATION OF MAGIC AND COMEDY. n the packed modern field of magic acts, Pete Firman certainly stands out. He’s recently appeared on the legendary stage of The London Palladium, handled some props that belonged to his comedy-magic hero in ITV documentary Tommy Cooper Forever, and even exercised his vocal cords during a song and dance routine for Comic Relief.

Is there no end to the man’s talents?

As he prepares to launch his new live show, Marvels, upon an unsuspecting public, Pete will promise one thing: he’s not going to be hammering nails or threading needles into his body.

“I used to enjoy doing those things and I’ve got a soft spot for that kind of material as it would always guarantee a reaction. You can’t watch someone hitting a nail into their face passively.

You’re definitely engaged whether it be disgusted or entranced.”

For the best part of two decades, Pete Firman has certainly been engaging audiences with his brand of magic and comedy with one-word live shows such as Hokum, Hoodwinker, Scoundrel and Trickster, as well as TV appearances on the likes of Channel 5’s Monkey Magic, BBC’s The Magicians and ITV’s Tonight at the London Palladium. He’s also published a best-selling book, Tricks To Freak Out Your Friends. With Marvels, he’s aiming to amaze and enthral crowds across the country with an artform which never ceases to captivate despite its age.

“What does magic mean today?” Pete wonders. “100 years ago, magicians were rock ‘n’ roll stars but there’s not a lot that’s left undiscovered in the world now.

Maybe that’s one of the reasons why the magic show is a popular form of entertainment because it’s a rarity for an audience to be bamboozled. I wouldn’t say that Google has ruined magic but if someone is persistent enough they could probably find out how a trick works.

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These are the kind of things that a 21st century magician has to deal with.”

While he admits to not venturing out of an evening to see a great deal of live magic, when he does drop in on a show, he always takes his seat with an open mind. “I still like seeing a good magic trick and I do get fooled now and then.

It’s nice to have that feeling of being deceived because it doesn’t happen so much especially the longer you’re in the game. But it’s that sensation that got me hooked in the first place.”

While David Blaine might avoid any elements of comedy in his act, most modern magicians realise that a welldelivered spot of banter goes down well with an audience already reeling from being astonished. Pete acknowledges that a master such as Tommy Cooper could never be emulated, but that shouldn’t stop him from inserting some good gags into his show.

“I’m trying to do good tricks and make it as funny as I can. I’m not doing a trick and then doing five minutes of stand-up about airplane food; the jokes are interwoven and integrated into whatever it is that I’m doing. You can get a lot of mileage out of that trope of borrowing a gentleman’s watch and smashing it up but where it ends up right in the end. Not only is that a good trick, it’s a funny situation that you can create with someone.”

Should you find yourself up on stage during Pete’s Marvels tour, don’t worry about your timepiece not making it back home with you, and please don’t be offended if he can’t keep hold of your name in his head. He has a lot going on in there during showtime.

“I have a terrible memory. My biggest faux pas in performing is forgetting people’s names and it’s really the worst thing that you can forget because people do take umbrage when you call a ‘Barry’

‘Garry’ or something like that. Doing magic is a little bit like patting your head and rubbing your belly: you’re doing different things at different times and I just have a problem with remembering names.”

Fortunately, Pete won’t have to worry too much about forgetting where he’s going on tour when he takes Marvels across the UK. “There’s a lot of driving and a lot of travelling involved, but luckily I have a tour manager with me, so he does the driving and I can have a kip.

Touring is tiring but it’s nice in that each day is different; you can get different challenges from the venues because they’re not all the same. Some are theatre-theatres, some are arts centres, some are multi-purpose venues, so there’s a challenge when you arrive on the day and you have to tweak things slightly.”

Not that this sort of thing is ever likely to put an experienced performer like Pete Firman on edge. Indeed he agrees that an overly anxious magician is likely to be a not-very-good magician. “You want a certain level of nervousness because that gets you up and gets you going. If you didn’t have that it would mean you’re not bothered and you should probably stop doing it.

“I did something at The London Palladium last year which was a big deal for me because of that venue and because you think ‘wow, The Beatles and Judy Garland and anyone who’s been anyone has been on that stage’ and you can just feel it in the room. So stuff like that I maybe work myself up over but I’m not locking myself in the dressing room or vomiting or anything like that.

The last thing you want as a magician is to get the shakes.”

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MUSIC Paul Carrack 14 March Sheffield City Hall https://sheffieldcityhall.sivtickets.com The former Ace, Squeeze and Mike and The Mechanics singer-songwriter returns to his home city to play some of his greatest hits plus tracks from his latest album, These Days.

George Ezra 22 March / FlyDSA Arena / www.flydsaarena.co.uk The much-loved singer-songwriter enjoyed a pretty successful year in 2018, culminating in this headline tour on the back of his top-selling album, Staying at Tamaras. The singles Paradise and Shotgun live long in the memory.

Mike & The Mechanics 11 March Buxton Opera House buxtonoperahouse.org.uk Some of Paul’s former bandmates are also out on tour in March, stopping off in Buxton for the Looking Back Over My Shoulder Tour. Mike and the Mechanics are Genesis founding member Mike Rutherford, Andrew Roachford and Tim Howar.

Armstrong and book by Billie Joe Armstrong and Michael Mayer.

THEATRE Standing at the Sky’s Edge 15 March-6 April Crucible www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk In 1961, the first residents of Park Hill were given the keys to their new homes.

With music by Richard Hawley, Standing at the Sky’s Edge tells their story over the next 50 years, in a heartswelling, heart-breaking love song to Sheffield.

The show has already been named as one of ‘the theatre shows you won’t want to miss in 2019’ by the BBC and as one of the ‘musicals not to miss’ by WhatsOnStage.

Hello Dolly Macbeth 22 March / Buxton Opera House buxtonoperahouse.org.uk English Touring Opera present a season of Kings and Queens in the battle for love, loyalty and power with each opera featuring a large chorus and live orchestra. Follow Verdi’s Macbeth in a blood-soaked journey to the throne and watch a guilt-ridden Lady Macbeth descend into the depths of despair in this new production.

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14-15 March Crucible Studio www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk Vinny’s organising a surprise birthday party for his mate, Anita.

It’s not going well: his choice of venue is a bit misguided, Anita’s not keen on leaving the house, and everyone else has their own stuff going on.

Maybe a surprise party wasn’t the best idea? A play, written by Tom Wells, about trying (but not really managing) to help.

26-30 March / Lyceum www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk Following two critically acclaimed West End runs and a sell-out UK Tour, Green Day’s explosive rock musical American Idiot returns to mark the show’s 10th anniversary and the 15th anniversary of the Grammy Award-winning original album. American Idiot is the story of three boyhood friends, each searching for meaning in a post 9/11 world. The show features the music of Green Day with the lyrics of its lead singer Billie Joe

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27-28 March / Montgomery Theatre themontgomery.org.uk Meet Dolly Levi, the larger than life matchmaker, who meddles in love lives to ensure everyone lives happily ever after. Until, that is, she is called upon to find a match for Horace Vandergelder, the man she has set her own sights on.

Fabulous Jerry Herman songs, including the famous title number, with wonderful comedy, costumes and dancing. Put On Your Sunday Clothes and catch this visually spectacular show Before The Parade Passes By! This production is presented and promoted by Ellesmere Musical Theatre Company, a Sheffield Community Partner of The Montgomery.

Bouncers 28-30 March Pomegranate Theatre, Chesterfield www.chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk Lucky Eric, Judd, Les and Ralph are back and telling the tales of a Yorkshire nightclub. Of lads and lasses, sticky floors and shots galore, and the early morning taxi home, all under the watchful eyes of the Bouncers. Written by the multiaward-winning John Godber, this modern classic will see the boys catapulted into the 21st century.

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EVENTS Ben Fogle 22 March Pomegranate Theatre, Chesterfield www.chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk Join Ben in this uplifting and exciting show, when he’ll be sharing his stories of the wilderness.

Ben has climbed Everest, been swimming with crocodiles, saved elephants, dodged pirates, been marooned for a year on an uninhabited island, walked to the South Pole, crossed the Empty Quarter with camels, rowed across the Atlantic Ocean, tracked the Migration of the Wildebeest, swum from Alcatraz, had a flesh eating disease and messed around with ferrets!

Brian Blessed 15 March Buxton Opera House buxtonoperahouse.org.uk A giant of a man accompanied by an eloquent wit and booming, operatic voice, An Evening with Brian Blessed is an experience that nobody should miss. His eloquence and humour will have the audience captured from the moment he walks on stage until the moment he leaves.

COMEDY Henning Wehn 9 March Buxton Opera House buxtonoperahouse.org.uk You couldn’t make it up; surely the German Comedy Ambassador Henning Wehn hasn’t bosched out yet another new show? And what’s he still doing here anyway?

Well, his lack of transferable skills is what keeps him here and his belief that practise makes perfect is what keeps him going. This show is a much needed call to arms. Listen, everyone: stop pondering and handwringing. Instead get on your bike and put your face to the grindstone!

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An Evening with Paolo Di Canio 24 March / Sheffield City Hall https://sheffieldcityhall.sivtickets.com The somewhat controversial former Sheffield Wednesday footballer returns to the city to talk about his career, including that infamous push on referee Paul Alcock. Di Canio had a sterling career at Juventus, Milan, Celtic, Wednesday and West Ham and has been credited as being one of the most talented, enigmatic, fiery and creative players to ever grace the Premier League. This exclusive show will see a live and unscripted interview with Paolo, reminiscing about those glorious memories.

Blue Planet II: Live in Concert 28 March / FlyDSA Arena www.flydsaarena.co.uk Blue Planet II – Live in Concert will feature the best bits of the series presented on a giant state-of-the-art 4K Ultra HD LED screen. The stunning visuals will be complemented by the series’ moving score, which was composed by Hans Zimmer, Jacob Shea and David Fleming, and will be performed by the 80-piece Prague Philharmonic Orchestra.

FILM Captain Marvel 8 March The nineties-set Captain Marvel follows Brie Larson’s Carol Danvers, a former U.S. Air Force fighter pilot, as she turns into one of the galaxy’s mightiest heroes and joins Starforce, an elite Kree military team, before returning home with questions about her past and identity when Earth is caught in the centre of a galactic conflict between two alien worlds. Samuel Jackson plays a much younger Nick Fury.

The Informer 22 March Pete Koslow (Joel Kinnaman), a reformed criminal and former special operations soldier, is working undercover for crooked FBI handlers to infiltrate the Polish mob’s drug trade in New York. In a final step toward freedom, Koslow must return to Bale Hill Prison, where his mission becomes a race against time when a drug deal goes wrong and threatens to identify him as a mole.

Dumbo 29 March Tim Burton’s live action remake of this Disney classic looks quite the spectacle.

It follows the story of a young elephant, whose oversized ears enable him to fly.

Colin Farrell, Eva Green and Michael Keaton all star.

FURTHER AFIELD… Crufts 7-10 March NEC, Birmingham www.thenec.co.uk The greatest dog show in the world is back! Watch over 22,000 dogs compete for the world famous title of Crufts Best in Show, plus browse hundreds of shops full of products for both you and your canine pal.

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Sunday best THERE ARE MANY STRINGS TO THE SAMUEL FOX’S BOW, WRITES RICHARD ABBEY. nce you get settled in the Samuel Fox Country Inn, it’s hard to drag yourself away.

Whether you enter from the front door, or via the car park at the rear, the inviting dining room-cum-bar is a home from home; hang your coat on the stand, pull up a chair next to the fire and give the Sunday lunch menu the once over.

There was still a few patches of snow on the ground as we got comfy on a cold, wintry afternoon, which made the Samuel Fox all the more welcoming.

Sunday lunch is a set menu affair – £22 for two courses, £28 for three – with four starters, four mains and four desserts to choose from.

Taking our seats in the bright and airy dining room, with fantastic views over the Hope Valley, we mulled over a pint of Misty Morning (£4) and a Coke (£2.25) while we made our choices.

We started with a smoked port and Lancaster trout fillet with cauliflower escabeche, and a salad of ‘Crotin de chevre’ (goats’ cheese) with butternut squash and walnut pesto. Presented

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beautifully, the former was light, delicate and with subtle flavours; the pickled vegetables working really well with the smoked fish. The goats’ cheese salad received the thumbs up from across the table.

If we’d gone for lighter options to start, we definitely went the whole hog for mains. My slow roast belly pork with pork and sage croquette, fondant potato, cabbage, celeriac and apple was excellent. Served with a huge shard of perfectly crispy crackling, the pork was soft and meaty as it should be and was well complemented by the flavours of sage, apple and celeriac. This was Sunday lunch in the loosest sense but very good all the same.

Grilled blade of beef – cooked pink – with a fricasse of mushrooms, shallots and green beans with red wine sauce was deliciously hearty; the accompanying chips (crispy, fluffy, salty) were a notable addition and great for mopping up the delicious sauce.

Desserts were perhaps an indulgence but we couldn’t resist the sticky toffee

pudding with rum and raisin ice cream and a pear and almond tart with lemon curd, ginger and lemon sorbet. Both were excellent. An Americano (£2.50) rounded things off nicely.

Chef Warren Donahue, who was on duty on the day of our visit, was shortlisted for our Young Chef of the Year competition last year and is clearly thriving under the stewardship of chef/proprietor James Duckett at the Samuel Fox. This is Sunday lunch with a fine dining twist and we loved it. If you need us we’re still by the fire.

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Old favourite ONE OF CROOKES’ ORIGINAL RESTAURANTS HAS STOOD THE TEST OF TIME – WITH EXCITING PLANS FOR 2019. BY CHRIS WILSON. ne of the more interesting developments in recent years on the Sheffield restaurant scene has been the upsurge in dining and drinking options available in the suburb of Crookes.

From daytime cafes and micro-pubs to new restaurants, this ever-more-lively strip in S10 has undergone a revival, but let’s not forget the originals who started it all.

Firmly in this category is the consistently excellent Jaflong, an Indian restaurant run by the Uddin family from Bangladesh and at the heart of the community since 1998.

Owner Shahab Uddin bought the business from his uncle in 2005 and although it only seems like five minutes since Jaflong moved from the original modest ‘front room’ setting up the hill to its current modern premises, more change is coming Plans for 2019 include a change of décor and lighting and a new waiting area. Meanwhile one source of constant change is the menu. Shahab is the main chef and loves introducing more choices, adding five or six new dishes every year.

This dedication has been repaid with many loyal repeat customers including one party who come from Lincolnshire,

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eat dinner and then load up their car with ten takeaway meals including rice and bread for the freezer to see them through the next few weeks.

It’s not hard to understand why Jaflong enjoys such devotion. It’s a bright, spacious restaurant with friendly, prompt service and a menu that, thanks to Shahab’s determination to constantly add new dishes, is certainly not lacking in variety.

We started our meal in the timehonoured fashion with a couple of beers (Cobra for me, Cobra Zero for my friend Martin – bonus points to Jaflong for stocking one of the finer alcohol-free lagers), crunchy popadoms (50p each) and the well-stocked chutney tray (£3).

Starters of mixed kebab (sheek, onion bhaji and shami £4.50) and mixed bhaji (vegetable samosa, onion bhaji and aloo chop £3.90) brought no surprises but were beautifully fresh with an abundance of fragrant herbs and punchy spices.

For mains I chose one of Shahab’s regional specials, the Jaflong Koli (£14.95). This unique combination of king prawns, prawns, paneer, coriander, garlic and spices was mildly spiced but full of rich flavours.

Martin asked for some advice in seeking out a vegetarian dish with a bit

of heat and the vegetable jalfrezi (£12.95) delivered the goods.

With Indian food the side dishes are all-important and, as usual, we overordered but still managed to make a sizeable dent in a table filled with delectable tastes and textures. The chilli and garlic nan (£3.50) was a real star, light and fragrant and nicely scorched.

Matar paneer (£4) never fails to please with its combination of spicy cheese and peas, pilau rice (£3.25) was light and fluffy, Bombay aloo (aka spicy potatoes, £6.95) did not stint on the chillies.

We are blessed with some excellent Indian restaurants in Sheffield and Jaflong certainly ranks among the best and with décor changes and an everexpanding menu a return trip has to be on the cards.

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Treat yourself LADIES (AND GENTS) CAN LUNCH IN STYLE AT ASTON HALL HOTEL. t’s not often you’ll find a top class restaurant virtually on your doorstep. But tucked away inside the beautiful Aston Hall Hotel, you’ll find seasonal dishes that rival those being served at restaurants you’d be willing to drive miles to.

While there are plenty of pubs and cafés offering simple, quick and easy lunches to tide you over until teatime, if you’re looking for somewhere rich in atmosphere to spend a leisurely lunch, then Aston Hall’s eateries are where you should be heading for your midday meal.

Whether you’re looking for a casual catch-up with friends or a more formal sit-down lunch, Aston Hall can cater to you.

The AA rosette awarded Bamford Restaurant offers two courses priced at just £10.95 and three for £14.95, more than reasonable prices when considering the high quality of each of the many items on the menu.

Head chef Craig Simpson’s current lunch menu is full of mouth-watering dishes such as wild mushroom pappardelle, smoked salmon, pea and sundried tomato risotto and lemon and raspberry posset, all beautifully presented and full of the biggest and best flavours of the season.

The seasonal lunch menu is available six days each week, with Sundays being reserved for a traditional Sunday lunch (served 12-2.30pm).

The main lunch menu has something to suit all tastes, but if you’re looking for something a little bit lighter, then why not join them for afternoon tea? Served daily between 12-5pm, their popular afternoon tea is priced at only £14.50 and makes for the perfect girly afternoon out (that’s not to say guys can’t join the fun too).

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If you’re still on the lookout for the perfect place to treat mum to lunch this Mother’s Day, look no further. The hotel is hosting a Mother’s Day lunch for £24.95 per adult and just £10.95 per child, so whether you’re wanting oneon-one time with mum or you’re bringing the whole family together, now’s the time to get booking before it’s too late.

If you’re looking for a more chilled bite to eat but you’re still wanting the same high-quality food you’d receive at the Bamford Restaurant, head to Aston Hall’s Volante bar and lounge.

The Volante bar and lounge offers a more relaxed environment, with its own full menu featuring delectable burgers, sandwiches and wraps as well as desserts and mains that you can also find at the more formal Bamford Restaurant.

Both the Volante bar and Bamford Restaurant are of course open for dinner service too, and Aston Hall boasts two private dining rooms perfect for group bookings. The Vanquish and Vantage rooms are ideal for baby or bridal showers, anniversaries, birthdays or special celebrations.

So the next time you’re in charge of making the lunch reservations, or you find yourself feeling a bit peckish and wanting a good local bite to eat, don’t forget about Aston Hall (and trust us, once you’ve been once, you’ll want to head back for more).

The Bamford Restaurant & Volante Bar and Lounge Aston Hall, Worksop Road Sheffield, S26 2EE Tel: 01142 994 034/ 01142 872309 To make a reservation contact: reservations@astonhallhotel.co.uk

Lunch Menu Served 12-2.30pm Two courses £10.95 Three courses £14.95 TO START Homemade Soup of the Day With garlic & herb croutons

Lamb Kofta With cucumber & mint dip and a goat’s curd, red pepper & rocket salad

Smoked Salmon, Pea & Sundried Tomato Risotto With fresh pea shoots

Deep Fried Brie With fruit & gin chutney and port syrup

TO FOLLOW Pie of the Week With mushy peas, homemade chips and gravy

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Win tickets to see Westlife at FlyDSA Arena estlife will be bringing ‘The Twenty Tour’, Celebrating 20 Years of Westlife, to FlyDSA Arena on 7 and 8 June – and we have a pair of tickets to give away.

The shows will see the global pop kings perform brand new songs, alongside their greatest hits and all 14 of their UK number one hits including Swear It Again, Flying Without Wings, You Raise Me Up and Unbreakable.

These new shows will be their first as a group since they played Croke Park in Dublin in 2012.

Westlife have sold over 55 million records and five million concert tickets worldwide, and are the only band to have their first seven singles enter the UK chart at number one. They also have the most singles of any artist to debut at number one in the UK. Overall the band have had an

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Tickets for both nights are priced £50.40100.80 (including booking fee) and are now on general sale online from www.flydsaarena.co.uk or the ticket hotline on 0114 256 5656.

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The return of the flat HERITAGE HANDICAP MARKS THE OFFICIAL OPENING OF THE UK FLAT RACING SEASON AT DONCASTER. he flat season begins on Saturday 30 March with the traditional curtain-raiser, the Lincoln Handicap, sponsored by UNIBET. The heritage handicap marks the official opening of the UK flat racing season, showcasing world-class racing on Town Moor.

Established in 1849 in Lincolnshire and run over a distance of two miles, the Lincolnshire handicap was transferred to Doncaster in 1965 following the closure of racing at Lincoln’s West Common, and became known as the Lincoln handicap.

The highlight of the racecard is of course the UNIBET Lincoln heritage handicap worth a significant £100,000 in prize money.

2018 was a record breaking year, as we witnessed Addeybb’s impressive performance, securing a fourth victory for Yorkshire trainer William Haggas, who’s first success in the mile feature came in 1992 with High Low. Ridden by

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jockey James Doyle the four-year old Addeybb won authoritatively by two and three-quarter lengths.

The success of Addeybb enabled Haggas to join the record books, as the event’s leading trainer in recent years, equal to Jack Robinson, who celebrated wins between 1896-1910.

Alongside exciting racing, this year’s Lincoln comes with a twist, a Motown twist. Doncaster Racecourse celebrates the best of soul; after racing has finished, Town Moor will become Motown Moor

with live music being provided by The Drifters lead vocalist, Roy Hemmings, and his eight-piece soul band. Roy is no stranger to big occasions and having performed in the White House on more than one occasion, this is an after party not to be missed!

A full day at the races, and the best of Motown is just £20pp.

Continuing the American theme into the weekend, the UNIBET Wild West Family Fun Raceday, on Sunday 31 March, will provide entertainment for the whole family, this Mother’s Day. Along with an afternoon of thrilling flat racing, families can expect a Western Stunt Show, Rodeo Bull, the Saloon Bar Shootout Gallery, Cactus Hoopla, and Cowboys and Cowgirls. In addition to the family fun day favourites there will be pony rides, fairground rides, and of course the must see Shetland Pony Race.

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Music at the racecourse

Another fabulous line-up of musical entertainment is being lined up this summer, including Jess Glynne, who graces the stage at Doncaster Racecourse after a thrilling day of racing this summer.

With two UK number one albums including 2018 hit 'Always In Between', Jess Glynne will perform to thousands of racegoers live after racing on Saturday 18 May 2019.

She’ll perform hit singles I'll Be There and Thursday at Doncaster Racecourse, the first stop on her 2019 outdoor tour.

Legendary band Madness are sure to be one of the summer highlights at Doncaster Racecourse this summer after racing with tickets from just £35.

With 15 top ten UK singles including One Step Beyond, It Must Be Love and

the number one hit House of Fun, this is an event not to be missed.

The ska favourites, who have played previously to jubilant crowds at Town Moor, will return to Doncaster Racecourse live after racing on 20 July.

Not only will you get to enjoy a fantastic live performance from this iconic band, your ticket also includes a fun fuelled day of exciting flat racing.

Ending the summer in style will be James, one of British indie rocks most celebrated and enduring bands. They perform live after racing on Saturday 17 August.

The Mancunian legends have produced 15 studio albums dating back to the 1980s and most recently the 2018 hit, Living in Extraordinary Times. James are regular performers to sell-out crowds all over the world and are set to entertain the crowds here.

The William Hill St Leger Festival

The William Hill St Leger Festival 11-14 September 2019, is one of the most prestigious race weeks of the British horse racing calendar, The St Leger is the world's oldest Classic horse race, and the only classic in Yorkshire.Visitors can expect to experience top-class horse racing, fabulous live entertainment, and will leave with memories that will last a lifetime.

With Leger Legends Day on the Wednesday, Ladies’ Day on the Thursday, Gentleman’s Day on the Friday and the William Hill St Leger itself on the Saturday, this four-day festival of racing remains one of the oldest and most popular sporting events on the calendar.

2019 will be an exciting year of new events at Doncaster Racecourse, for more information on all upcoming fixtures, visit www.doncaster-racecourse.co.uk

“Visitors can expect to experience top-class horse racing, fabulous live entertainment, and will leave with memories that will last a lifetime.” © Andrew Kelly Photography

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Arabian adventure OMAN IS ONE OF THE MOST EXCITING TOURIST DESTINATIONS IN THE MIDDLE EAST.

The Muttrah district of Muscat at sunset

ombining breathtaking natural beauty with a well-preserved cultural heritage, the Sultanate of Oman is one of the least known, yet most exciting tourist destinations in the Middle East.

The country perches on the south-east tip of the Arabian Peninsula, overlooking the Arabian Sea, the Gulf of Oman and the Persian Gulf. Within this stretch of land lies an amazing range of scenery, sights and activities.

Visit the capital city of Muscat, which offers a glimpse of authentic Arabia with bustling waterfronts, souks and alleyways; explore magnificent forts and palaces, ancient fishing villages and archaeological sites; enjoy 4x4 excursions into the rolling dunes of Sharqiya Sands and the impressive peaks of the Hajar mountains; take a dhow trip and go snorkelling along the coastline of the Musandam Peninsula; or simply relax in the tropical atmosphere of Salalah.

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Muscat enchants visitors in a way that no other city in the Gulf can even begin to match. The old port area is the site of the sultanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s main palace and a fascinating place to wander around.

There are three forts in Muscat, all of which took on their more or less present form in the 1580s during the Portuguese occupation of Muscat.

Mutrah Fort sits on a hill while Jalali and Mirani forts guard the entrance to Muscat.

All of the forts are still used by the police and/or military and are closed to the public, but it is permitted to photograph them.

Muscat also has by far the best aquarium in the Gulf; all of the specimens on display are native to Omani waters and most are accompanied by thorough descriptions in English.

A two-hour drive from Muscat is the historic town of Nizwa, set amid palms and fringed by towering mountains.

Once the capital in the sixth and seventh centuries, Nizwa is now known for the immense fortifications of its circular fort and the large, bustling souk where you can haggle for beautiful silver jewellery.

Visit early on a Friday to see the local farmers bring their animals to be inspected, auctioned and sold to the highest bidders.

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Jabal Akhdar

Ras al Hadd Turtle Reserve

The area of Jabal Akhdar, meaning ‘Green Mountain’, forms part of the Al Hajar mountain range. They extend 300km from north-west to south-east, approximately 50km inland from the Gulf of Oman coast and are known as one of Oman’s most spectacular areas.

The range is mostly desert, but at higher altitudes receives around 12 inches of precipitation annually, allowing the growth of shrubs and trees as well as agriculture and gives the mountain its name. The area is famous for its traditional rose water extraction and agricultural products including pomegranate, apricot, peach and walnut.

The Jabal is mostly inhabited by the ancient Arab tribe Bani Riyam. Most descendants of the tribe are now in nearby towns such as Nizwa and Izki while some also inhabit Ibra.

Covering an area of 120 sq km of beach, two lagoons and coastal lands, the Ras al Hadd Turtle Reserve is one of the principal sites in the world to view the estimated 20,000 turtles that come to lay their eggs in the reserve.

Turtles lay eggs all year round but the best time to view this event is between August and September along the 45km stretch of coast between Ras al Hadd and Ras al Ruwais. For visitors there is an excellent information centre providing further information about the turtles.

Ras al Jinz is another Unesco-listed turtle nesting site. It is also an archaeological site containing a number of interesting graves and settlements from the prehistoric period.

Explore the Sharqiya Sands by 4x4

Sharqiya Sands Further to the east is the spectacular desert landscape of Sharqiya Sands, where bedouin tribes live with their camels. Explore the rolling dunes on thrilling 4x4 drives or camel-back rides.

There are also several campsites where you can watch the colours of the sunset over the desert before experiencing the silence of a night beneath innumerable twinkling stars.

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WHEN TO TRAVEL: Oman is very hot and humid during the summer, while the winter months are much more bearable.

The coast does remain humid throughout the year and, although the interior is warmer, the heat is dry and less oppressive. Between October and May are the ideal times to travel climate-wise, as summer temperatures on the coast frequently hit 40 degrees Celsius.

Cox & Kings offer smallgroup or private tours of Oman starting from £2,070 for their eight-night tour ‘Oman: An Arabian Odyssey’.The tour visits Muscat, the Ras al Jinz turtle reserve, Sharqiya Sands, Nizwa and Jabal Akhdar. For more information contact Spa Travel on 01937 845678.

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Holiday hotspots 2019 STUCK FOR VACATION INSPIRATION? MAKE THIS YEAR A MEMORABLE ONE AND TRAVEL TO ONE OF THESE DREAM DESTINATIONS. BY MOLLY FAWCETT. ebruary isn’t the most exciting time of year.

Long nights, cold days, and the overhanging feeling that summer isn’t even close don’t create the most cheery atmospheres. Surely, the best way to fix that is by giving you something to look forward to.

2019 has come along with its own travel hotspots – anything from idyllic family beach-days, to exciting adventures in ancient temples, to romantic getaways witnessing one of the Seven Wonders of the World. This year has a lot of gorgeous holidays tipped to be the best places to visit, so why not take advantage of that. Make this year a memorable one, and travel to one of 2019’s dream destinations.

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HOLIDAYS FOR ADVENTURERS: Sri Lanka Sri Lanka is set for big things this year. Visiting today is made all the more special, as 2019 marks the ten-year anniversary since the end of a brutal civil war.

Sri Lanka is renowned for its cave temples and rich wildlife; and areas that were off-limits have now opened their gates. Take the famous train ride from Kandy to Ella, climb Sigiriya Rock – a UNESCO World Heritage Site, or go to the edge of the earth at World’s End – a sheer cliff with a drop of 880 metres.

A must-do is visiting national parks Yala and Bundala – brimming with elephants, leopards and colourful birds. Best news is, you can actually stay there in a luxury, private cabin.

Chena Huts are located in Yala National Park, surrounded by tropical jungle and turquoise ocean, so the safari never has to end. www.ugaescapes.com/chenahuts

Jordan Jordan is perfect for those seeking adventure. Travellers and history-buffs will find heaven, with its desert landscapes, bustling towns, and impressive relics from ancient civilisations.

Petra and Aqaba in particular are must-see cities – with direct flights to the latter now running.

Petra is deemed Jordan’s greatest attraction, whereas Aqaba is the only coastal city in the country, and a gateway to the famous Wadi Rum desert – known as The Valley of the Moon where Hollywood blockbuster The Martian was filmed.

For a real once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, go floating in the Dead Sea – one of the country’s best natural experiences. It’s practically impossible to sink or swim here, so instead you can peacefully bob along in worldfamous waters.

HOLIDAYS FOR FAMILIES: Japan In a country currently sports-mad, with the Rugby World Cup 2019 and Tokyo Olympics 2020 coming up, it’s impossible to run out of things to do in Japan. Osaka is a go-to destination for 2019, as British Airways launches direct flights there this spring. Try local cuisine down the lively Dotonbori Strip and take a 15-minute bullet train to Kyoto – home to over 1,600 gorgeous temples. Or, wander around Kiyukan Aquarium, one of the world’s best, and ride rollercoasters at well-loved Universal Studios Japan for a memorable holiday kids will never forget.

And to make it even more special, you can stay in The Park Front Hotel – an American-themed hotel on the theme park’s doorstep, with elevators designed as time-travelling machines and a time-travel concierge. parkfront-hotel.com/english

Costa Navarino, Greece The glamorous Greek islands have had their time to shine, and now we’re moving into mainland Greece, specifically Costa Navarino. Situated in the southwest, Costa Navarino is a premier travel destination with a rich history as old as Greece itself, home to breath-taking landscapes and sea turtles who lay their eggs on golden-sand beaches. Most importantly – it’s perfect for kids.

Voted one of the world’s best family hotels 2018, The Westin Resort has everything you could ever want. From sea-view balconies and pools with swim-up bars, to golf courses and activity clubs for the kids, none of your family can get bored here. Send the young ones off to play sports while you sit relaxing with a drink in hand, or take the whole group on a beach day-out. If that doesn’t sound like a family paradise, who knows what will. www.costanavarino.com/westin-resort www.sheffieldvibe.com 101

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HOLIDAYS FOR COUPLES: Iceland The big romantic gesture for 2019 is taking your partner to Iceland, and watching the phenomenal Northern Lights perform right over your head. It’s a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience that you can admire first-hand with a loved one by your side, before bragging to friends and family for years to come.

To make the trip as perfect as it can be, Hotel Ranga is the place to stay. Located in a rural area, the hotel has an incredible view of the Northern Lights, and offers exclusive services for those who want to watch this Wonder of the World, including a wake-up call, warm clothes and blankets, and custom-made benches so you can witness the lights in comfort. Surely, no other romantic holiday can be as unforgettable as this one. www.hotelranga.is

Mallorca The beautiful Balearic Island is the perfect couples getaway, especially for those that prefer endless, relaxing days on sunbeds and stays in luxurious hotels where guests are treated like A-list celebrities.

Leave your worries back home, take advantage of many of Mallorca’s 262 beaches, and enjoy a delightful picnic in a stunning vineyard. Or, if you’re city-goers, visit the cosmopolitan capital Palma, home to an awe-inspiring cathedral and the best food in the Balearics.

And once you’ve finishing touring the city or napping on the sand, you can enjoy a life of luxury in Port Adriano – a classy, adults-only, five-star hotel. Nothing is more glamorous than receiving a complimentary cocktail upon arrival, and indulging in the premier spa. www.puresaltluxuryhotels.com/port-adriano

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HOLIDAYS IN BRITAIN: As we all know, holidaying abroad is going to become much more challenging after Brexit. But that doesn’t mean you have to abandon all plans of a beautiful summer trip and stay at home. Instead, you can experience some of the wonderful destinations our own nation has to offer, and fall in love with places that you’d previously overlooked.

Norfolk If you aren’t leaving the country, why not go full British and visit Norfolk. With a charming countryside, towns packed with heritage, and the Queen’s Sandringham Estate – things don’t get more quintessentially British.

The perfect place to experience all of this is King’s Lynn. There’s a bit of everything, from maritime exhibitions and historic buildings, to a vibrant town and full-of-life shopping centre. To top it all off, the Dukes Head Hotel overlooks the marketplace in the heart of the town.

Designed with Georgian-inspired décor, and close to castles and Sandringham’s grounds, it doesn’t get more British than this. dukesheadhotel.com

The Scottish Highlands Rather than struggle through a long, tiring flight, travel up to the Scottish Highlands. Deemed to be Britain’s own wilderness, the Highlands has everything that non-British destinations offer.

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Nevis, visit castles with rich histories, gaze at dolphins from a boat on the Moray Firth and even meet the iconic Nessie – the monster that lives in Loch Ness. All that without the hassle of going abroad, what’s not to love?

Pembrokeshire, Wales With miles upon miles of scenic coastal paths, a medieval castle and glorious beaches, you may feel like you’re abroad in Pembrokeshire. Wellloved for its stunning views and coastlines, you won’t run out of things to do any time soon.

To take your trip to the next level, treat yourself to a stay in a cosy, coastal cottage, and get the allstar treatment with a hamper on arrival, filled with Welsh whiskey and local delicacies, and a private yoga class to really get relaxed. www.coastalcottages.co.uk

EATING OUT

Spoilt for choice GREAT FOOD CAN BE FOUND IN THE UNLIKLIEST OF PLACES, WRITES CHARLES BRADSHAW. ocated on the border of Coal Aston and Dronfield, the Ferndale Coffee Shop has been serving food and drinks for over three decades. Situated within Ferndale Garden Centre, it has grown to a 200-seat venue (including some reclaimed church pews) and incorporates a large custom-built kitchen to now provide a wider range of snacks, meals and beverages.

The coffee shop was already busy upon our arrival during the lunchtime service.

An enthusiastic team run the coffee shop and kitchen. Catering for all age ranges (including children’s menu options) and diners with food allergies (gluten, vegan and dairy-free food),no wonder it proved to be a popular destination.

A majority of the ingredients are locally sourced where possible. Daily specials are made from scratch and a wide choice of hot and cold drinks are available. In addition, weekly and seasonal events are hosted in the coffee shop. In the summer months, adjacent to the outdoor seating area, part of the garden centre is transformed into a beach – an extremely crowd-pleasing attraction.

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Dishes included a very popular all day breakfast, sandwiches and filled jacket potatoes. The coffee shop also serves Traditional Afternoon Tea throughout the week and roast beef with all the trimmings on Sundays.

I chose fish and chips (£8.75), which arrived piping hot along with mushy peas, rich tartare sauce and a wedge of lemon. The haddock is sourced from Whitby and fried in a light tempura batter – enhancing the flavour of the fish.

The chunky chips tasted very much like home-made and cooked with a crispy exterior.

My companion opted for a homemade ham and leek quiche (£5.30) served with a light salad garnish. The deep filled quiche was an ample portion with a rich crusty pastry and a delicate consistency.

An array of condiments were on hand, including Henderson’s Relish to accompany their popular homemade pie and burger of the day.

I also ordered a bottle of Victorian lemonade (£2.45) to accompany my meal, while my partner opted for a glass of water from the self-service bottles on tap.

The dessert counter featured a staggering choice of mouth-watering sweet treats; including cake slices, scones, pies and cupcakes. I selected a tiffin slice (£2.60) covered in a thick topping of Belgian chocolate. My companion sampled a slice of carrot cake (£3.50). A generous slice of moist spiced cake was layered with rich frosting and topped with a sprinkling of walnuts.

Ferndale Coffee Shop is an easily accessible site and offers a full range of refreshments in a very welcoming, relaxed environment – even wellbehaved dogs are permitted.

Ferndale Coffee Shop Ferndale Garden Centre, Dyche Lane, Coal Aston, Dronfield, S18 3BJ Tel: 01246 412763 www.ferndalegardencentre.co.uk

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WE ARE PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THAT THE NOMINATIONS FOR THE 2019 WESTSIDE RESTAURANT & BAR AWARDS ARE NOW OPEN. AND CHANGES ARE AFOOT... he search is on for the finest dining and drinking establishments across Sheffield and North Derbyshire, as we launch the 2019 Westside Restaurant and Bar Awards.

This year’s event looks like being bigger and better than ever as Sheffield’s premier dining awards event moves into an exciting era with the announcement of a brand new venue – the Holiday Inn Royal Victoria in Sheffield.

We are delighted that the 2019 event – on the evening of Monday 10 June – will take place at one of Sheffield’s oldest and most instantly-recognisable dining venues. The original Royal Victoria Hotel first opened for business in 1862 and has remained at the heart of Sheffield’s commercial and social life ever since, hosting countless business functions, weddings and private celebrations.

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Last year’s big winners were Brocco on the Park with an unprecedented hat-trick of prizes – Best Hotel Restaurant, Young Chef of the Year and Restaurant of the Year.

We also launched a new category in 2018 – Best Bar – to reflect the growing

“The search is on to find the venues that have truly excelled in the art of delivering delicious food and beverages in a superlative setting over the last 12 months.”

importance of Sheffield’s independent pub, bar and wine bar scene.

Recent years have also seen the rapid improvement in standards in gastro-pubs and the growing influence in many restaurants of street food from around the world.

Will there be some new foodie trends to emerge in 2019? All will become clear in the next few months.

So the search is on again to find the venues that have truly excelled in the art of delivering delicious food and beverages in a superlative setting over the last 12 months.

All our recent award winners have been superb, so expectations are high.

Here’s a reminder to all restaurant, hotel, café and pub owners: to make sure your establishment is under consideration for the big prizes in 2019, contact publishing manager Sam Warsop at sam.warsop@rmcmedia.co.uk

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Do you have a rising star in your kitchen? alling all head chefs and restaurateurs... do you have a bright spark working in your kitchen who is shaping up to be an outstanding chef of the future?

If you do, now’s the time to shout about it, because Westside and My Fathers Heart are staging a fantastic competition to find the Young Chef of the Year 2019.

The competition is open to all restaurants in the Sheffield and North Derbyshire region and all entries must be under the age of 30 on 1 June 2019.

Four finalists will be invited to join us for a MasterChef-style cooking competition in the state-of-the-art kitchens at My Fathers Heart on Saturday 18 May. That’s their opportunity to create their signature main course, which will be judged by a panel of culinary experts.

My Fathers Heart, designers and makers of the region’s finest bespoke, handmade kitchens, bedrooms and furniture, regularly host glamorous events in their award-winning showroom.

It has proved to be the perfect venue to stage our Young Chef of the Year event since we launched it in 2017.

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The Westside/My Fathers Heart Young Chef of the Year competition is a great opportunity to shine a light on the next generation of kitchen superstars.

We’re looking forward to seeing what the best young talent out there has to offer, and giving all four finalists, a boost by placing them in the spotlight.

The results will be announced at the Westside Restaurant Awards at The Holiday Inn Royal Victoria in Sheffield on Monday 10 June.

So now it’s down to the head chefs and restaurateurs across the region to nominate their young kitchen stars for this prestigious event.

We’ll be contacting restaurants across the region in the next few weeks, reminding head chefs and restaurateurs to get involved.

But don’t wait to be invited. If you employ a bright young chef with the talent and drive to reach the top, let us know.

Incidentally, the shortlist of talented young kitchen stars for the last two years has been all male. Surely there are some fantastic female chefs out there, so please help us to put them in the spotlight in 2019.

Young Chef of the Year 2019 Westside and My Fathers Heart are searching for the region’s finest culinary talent.

If you’re a head chef or restaurateur now’s the chance to tell the world about the bright young stars cooking fabulous food in your kitchens.

All entries must be under 30 years of age on 1 June 2019 To nominate your Young Chef please contact Westside managing editor Chris Wilson on chris.wilson@ rmcmedia.co.uk

My Fathers Heart’s Jonathan Coulthard, Lewis Platts and Westside publishing manager Sam Warsop

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Pan-fried cod cheeks served with red pepper purée and black pudding crumb

Roasted and puréed cauliflower served with dukkha

Something different A DELIGHTFUL NEW ADDITION TO THE DERBYSHIRE DINING SCENE DRAWS INSPIRATION FROM SPAIN, WRITES CHRIS WILSON. n the unlikely setting of a former bank in deepest Derbyshire, a vibrant and sophisticated casual dining and drinking venue which would not look out of place in the smartest city centre setting has hit the ground running.

Bank House Bar and Restaurant in Hathersage is a neo-Jacobean venue that has been revitalised by operations director Laurence Key and an enthusiastic team determined to bring something different to the Hope Valley.

It’s clear that a great deal of time and care has gone into breathing new life into an old structure and a sympathetic transformation makes the most of the original building’s fixtures. High ceilings and big windows help create a relaxed, spacious atmosphere and the impressive bar, built around the former vault, has plenty of space for casual grazing and also tackling a lengthy gin, cocktail, wine and craft ale list.

Muted blues, yellows and greys and contemporary lighting help to breathe new life into an old building; meanwhile upstairs there’s space for a separate restaurant and also a private dining room.

British cuisine with a European twist is the food theme, and dining on a Sunday gave us the perfect opportunity to check out an enterprising selection of tapas dishes alongside the tradition roast dinners.

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offer tapas these days but one glance at the creative selection on offer at Bank House made it clear this was the real deal, served up with a dash of flair.

Signature dishes included pan-fried cod cheeks served with red pepper purée and black pudding crumb (£8.95), roasted and puréed cauliflower served with dukkha (£5.45) and gambas pil-pil with toasted focaccia (£7.95).

You won’t find those dishes on every wannabe tapas menu but you will always find patatas bravas with spicy tomato sauce and Bank House’s version (£4.65) is up there with the best I’ve tasted.

One of Laurence’s inspirations for Bank House was the casual dining scene to be found in classic Spanish setting such as the Ramblas in Barcelona and these delicious tasting plates would certainly not have looked out of place in a sun-drenched Mediterranean setting.

You probably wouldn’t find a traditional roast dinner there, but we were in Derbyshire and it was a chilly Sunday afternoon, so while my companion continued to enjoy the tapas I could not resist a traditional topside of Derbyshire roast beef with all the trimmings (£14.95). This turned out to be an excellent choice and proved that classic English old-school cuisine can sit very comfortably in a less-thantraditional setting.

The beef, thick-cut, tender and slightly pink, was perfect, the sky-high Yorkshire

pudding was light and elegant, the gravy bursting with meat juices.

There’s also a separate main course and pizza menu and (apart from Sundays) a selection of lunchtime sandwiches.You certainly won’t be spoilt for choice – more to the point, from our experience, every plate that leaves the kitchen has been cooked and assembled with loving care.

High standards sailed effortlessly into desserts. My espresso chocolate pot topped with sea salt and olive oil (£6.95) was deep, rich and decadent while across the table a trio of ices (chocolate, lemon and mango, £4.95) cooled things down nicely.

There’s a good selection of wines by the glass and samplings of the house red (£4) and house white (£5) were spot on. All in all, it’s well worth investing some time in discovering this delightful newcomer to the Derbyshire dining scene.

Bank House Bar & Restaurant Main Road, Hathersage Hope Valley, S32 1BB Tel: 01443 449060 www.bankhouseathathersage.co.uk

At a glance: Marvellous makeover Terrific tapas Super Sunday lunch

n a e n a r r e it d e M e h t Inspired by but proudly loacl Formerly a historic bank, now a contemporary restaurant and cocktail bar nestling in the heart of the Peak District. Bank House brings you fresh locally sourced seasonal produce and the finest tipples from Europe.

Tapas & Sharing Plates A La Carte Dining Sunday Roasts Private Dining Discover our extensive drinks menu with over 100 craft gins, hand-crafted cocktails and a wide selection of wine to accompany your food.

Reservations Telephone: 01433 449060

Online: www.bankhousehathersage/reservations

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• Friday 5th April Fine Dining A carefully selected wine chosen to compliment each of the 8 courses Amazing value £45pp • Sunday 21st April Easter Sunday 3 course meal, free Easter egg for every child (under 12) Adults £16 Child £8 Under 3 £5.50

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Dale Adey Panorama Restaurant Dale Adey fell in love with the buzz and challenge of professional kitchens when working as a kitchen assistant during his time at college. So much so, that he went on to attend catering college, and today he’s made his way up to junior sous chef at Owlerton Stadium’s Panorama Restaurant.

A fan of using classical French techniques in his cooking, you can tell that when it comes to his favourite dishes to prepare, it’s desserts that reign supreme.

“Anything chocolate, especially with my sweet tooth. The best bit is trying them before we start to serve them to the customers.”

Owlerton Greyhound Stadium, Penistone Road, Sheffield, S6 2DE Tel: 0114 234 3074 / www.owlertonstadium.co.uk

Cherish Finden Godiva Café

Chris Parker West 10

There’s passion and artistry behind everything Cherish Finden does at Godiva.

“Every collection I have created has a beautiful story behind it. For example, I love apple crumble, and instead of making a simple apple crumble, I aimed to turn the ordinary into the extraordinary, and by doing this I created our Adam & Eve petit gateaux.”

Cherish always ensures that everything that leaves the kitchen is of the highest standards, making sure that not only does the food look good, but tastes amazing too.

“For me it’s not a job, it’s my hobby. I am in a playground every day. I feel fortunate that I’m able to create and develop beautiful products for my guests.”

At just 21, West 10 chef Chris Parker already has a wealth of experience behind him.

Chris always knew that he wanted a career in the food industry, so he started working as a pot washer in a restaurant while still at school studying for his BTEC in food. Chris went on to study for his City and Guilds qualification in college, and before moving to West 10 he worked as a junior sous chef at Kenwood Hall Hotel.

Having always enjoyed the more creative subjects throughout his education, having a hands-on career is the perfect fit for Chris, as he loves the freedom of being able to create new dishes and menus.

Unit 17, 53 High Street, Meadowhall, Sheffield, S9 1EN Tel: 0114 256 9986 www.godivachocolates.co.uk

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Craig Simpson Aston Hall Hotel Aston Hall’s head chef Craig Simpson started his career at 18, working his way up and through various pubs and restaurants before joining the team at Aston Hall as chef de partie in 2010.

“Over the next five years I progressed through the various levels before being promoted to head chef in 2015.”

Before the end of his first year as head chef, Craig and his team had achieved an AA rosette for culinary excellence, and their standards haven’t slipped since, with Craig and his team continuing to serve up high quality, seasonal dishes.

“Although I’m the head chef, I enjoy working closely with my team and I’m active in all roles, including cleaning and prep work, which for me has helped build a strong and respected working relationship with my team.”

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Time well spent IT MAY HAVE TAKEN HER AN AGE TO GET THERE BUT WAS RHIANA HUGHES’ VISIT TO NONNAS WORTH THE WAIT? veryone’s got somewhere they’ve wandered past time after time and vowed one day to venture inside. For me, this was Nonnas.

Don’t ask me how I managed to live in Sheffield for almost three years before walking through their Ecclesall Road doors, and even more baffling is that my Sheffield born and bred partner never paid them a visit either – nevertheless, we finally made it, and we’re kicking ourselves for years of missed opportunity.

As we took our seats in the candlelit restaurant, we felt a wall of warmth and a waft of hypnotic aroma hit us as the kitchen doors swung open, and we couldn’t wait to get our hands on the menu.

It didn’t take long for our starters to reach the table, both attractively presented on wooden serving platters.

My first course of focaccia all’aglio (£4) was surprisingly light for a bread starter, and came laced with the perfect amount of garlic, tomato sauce and mozzarella.

My partner’s antipasto carne (£7.95) was a generous board of prosciutto di Parma, salami Milano, porchetta and mortadella, which came with Nonnas chutney and a large olive oil cracker.

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The sea salt sprinkled atop the olive oil cracker wasn’t the only extra topping of the evening, as of course it wouldn’t really be dinner at an Italian restaurant without a generous sprinkling of parmesan over a dish of pasta, would it?

As our waitress patiently waited for my partner to finally say ‘when’ as she sprinkled extra parmesan over his spaghetti carbonara (£12), I personally couldn’t wait to tuck into my own dish of Agnello (£19). The roast lamb rump was well-seasoned and cooked to medium-rare perfection, and came served with black pudding mash, braised red cabbage and pancetta with a rosemary jus.

The black pudding mash was like nothing I’ve had before. Where black pudding itself can often overpower a dish, served in this manner it complemented the lamb perfectly, and contrasted really well with the salty pancetta against the sweet rosemary jus.

With almost no space left after my hearty main course, I couldn’t quite face a full on dessert, but knowing how well the Italians do ice cream, I couldn’t help but try a little something. The gelati misti (£5.50) was a surprisingly light

and refreshing end to my meal, which meant I managed to find a little bit of room for my other half ’s dessert.

His deconstructed rhubarb cheesecake (£7) was just that. Bearing no real resemblance to a traditional cheesecake while full of all, if not more of, the flavour you’d expect, the dish came beautifully presented, with the rhubarb curd, rhubarb sorbet, micro mint and gin and tonic gel all working in harmony.

As we readied ourselves to leave, we noticed that spare tables in the restaurant were few and far between, having continued to fill up as the night went on, so we thanked our lucky stars we’d booked ahead of time for our Monday night meal.

Nonnas 537-541 Ecclesall Road Sheffield, S11 8PR Tel: 0114 268 6166 www.nonnas.co.uk

At a glance: Authentic Italian Genuinely friendly staff Innovative desserts

Best Italian Business in England 2015

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Our new winter menu

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2014 & 2016 Winner Best Italian Restaurant

Up and coming events: March 18th: Dinner/concert with John Reilly & Lewis Nitikman May 13th: Champagne gourmet night June 17th: Dinner with live music from Michael More singing classics from Michael Bublé/Frank Sinatra/Rat Pack & more July 15th: Chef’s gourmet food & wine tasting night

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Erkland Xhaja Cubana

Daniele Tanko Rossi’s Italian Restaurant

Albanian born Erkland Xhaja moved to Italy as a child before settling in Sheffield as a teenager. He joined Cubana in 2002, where he tells us it’s “all about the prep”.

“We have a substantial, varied and interesting menu and are lucky enough to have a high turnover of customers,” and for Erkland, this means arriving early and getting on top of things.

With a big emphasis on fresh dishes, Erkland’s menu requires care and skill to prepare, which is why he takes such great pride in his reliable kitchen team.

He gets help from his family too, telling us that their support makes his job easier and that much more enjoyable.

Unit 4, Leopold Square, Sheffield, S1 2JG Tel: 0114 276 0475 / www.cubanatapasbar.co.uk

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Jonil Xhaja Nonnas Originally from Albania, Jonil Xhaja moved to Sheffield with his family in 2000, bringing with them the love of cooking and eating prevalent in Albanian culture.

As he helped his mother in the kitchen as a child, his passion from cooking grew until a career

Daniele Tanko recently took over the kitchen at Sharrow Lane’s Rossis, trying to keep the menu full of the dishes that made the restaurant so popular, while adding in a touch of fine dining when it comes to the way that the dishes are presented to diners.

Daniele is a firm believer that Rossi’s is the most authentic Italian in Sheffield, especially when it comes to the way the restaurant is decorated, and has high hopes for the future of the restaurant.

“The restaurant is placed in an old bank on Sharrow Lane, surrounded by marble pillars and decorated with images from the Sistine Chapel.

“In five years, the restaurant will be known across the UK, as once you eat the food you’ll come back again and again. You won’t be disappointed by coming here.”

3 Sharrow Lane, Sheffield, S11 8AE Tel: 0114 258 8164 www.rossis-restaurant.co.uk

as a chef was the only natural path to follow.

Having worked as head chef at Silversmith’s and spending time at some of Sheffield’s most renowned restaurants, Jonil has worked his way through the ranks at Nonnas.

“The best part of the job is the excitement of cooking, being part of a close team and knowing you’ve helped the customers have a great dining experience, not to mention the adrenaline rush of a busy service.

“No two days are the same, and that’s why I enjoy it.”

537-541 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield, S11 8PR Tel: 0114 268 6166 / www.nonnas.co.uk

Heather Gamwells Bulls Head When we asked Bulls Head chef Heather Gamwells what inspired her to become a chef, her answer was simple and straight to the point – “a love of good food”.

After taking over the pub in March 2018, it was fully refurbished and today, serves local and traditional home-cooked dishes.

“We started with a handmade pizza menu, then our homemade Sunday lunches and we’ve now added in a pub classics menu.”

The pub continues to grow, and there are no plans to slow down any time soon, as Heather hopes that in five years’ time they’ll have a busy kitchen and pub with an even better reputation than they already have today.

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Dreaming of Italy A TRIP TO ROSSI’S SPARKED HOLIDAY MEMORIES FOR RHIANA HUGHES. t’s been almost a year since my partner and I casually strolled the streets of Rome, trying our best to take in the city’s stunning architecture while struggling not to be constantly distracted by thoughts of what delicious food we’d try next.

We spent four days in the beautiful city, and not one meal during our time there was even a slight disappointment.

Fast forward to now, and in the chilly Sheffield winter we found ourselves craving some of the fine Italian food we enjoyed on our holiday. Rossi’s seemed a natural choice.

Walking in, not only did the aromas coming from the kitchen take us back to our time in Italy, but the beautiful décor of the restaurant really took our breath away.

Taking design inspiration from the Sistine Chapel, Rossi’s is like nothing else you’ll find in this South Yorkshire city, with large pillars reaching up to ceilings covered in centuries old art, grand chandeliers lighting up the large room and wooden furniture that reminded us of the restaurants that fill the famous city’s cobbled streets.

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things we’d heard from friends and colleagues about the restaurant’s authentic Italian food.

Despite having ordered a bottle of Montepulciano (£13), my partner and I both chose to start our meals with seafood. Though usually a fan of the meatier options on the menu, I went with the calamari fritti (£6.95) which came served with a continental salad and homemade tartare sauce. Generous in portion size with a moreishly crispy exterior, I felt I’d made the right decision.

My partner chose the capesante, gamberoni e cozze (£9.95) from the specials board, an attractive dish of scallops, king prawns and mussels served with garlic and fresh ginger in a tarragon, white wine and cream sauce.

When it comes to main courses at Italian restaurants, it’s pizza I find myself ordering time and again, as I feel that any good Italian will serve a spectacular slice. The margherita (£8.95) at Rossi’s was just that, a simple yet delicious marriage of tomato, mozzarella and oregano.

Sticking with seafood, it was the tagliatelle salmone (£12.95) that caught my partner’s eye. Tagliatelle pasta served with smoked salmon, tomato, cream and

wine sauce, with a generous serving of parmesan grated over the top by our waitress, it wasn’t long before the dish was empty.

Desserts are always a tricky one when it comes to dining at Italian restaurants.

The carb-heavy starters and mains mean you’re ready for bed by the time the course rolls around, but the variety and flavours in their desserts make it almost impossible to leave without giving something sweet a try.

A huge fan of the after-dinner shot of limoncello, I chose their lemon flute for my dessert while my partner opted for the much less traditional chocolate fudge cake (both £5.50), but he tells that no matter its origins, it was a delicious end to the meal all the same.

Rossi’s 3 Sharrow Lane, Sheffield, S11 8AE Tel: 0114 258 8164 www.rossisrestaurant.vpweb.co.uk

At a glance: Striking Sistine Chapel-inspired interior Authentic experience Traditional pizza

FULLY LICENSED ITALIAN RESTAURANT Open 7 days a week 6pm til 11. 30pm

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A delicious greek and mediterranean dining experience in the city of Sheffield. Home cooked delicacies served in an authentic environment. Set in style and atmosphere with Mediterranean flavours that compliment a healthy eating lifestyle. All meals are cooked fresh each and everyday and served with a warm smile.

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Justin Brooks The Library Having always had a passion for food and entertaining, Justin Brooks left school and studied catering and hospitality at Sheffield College.

After spending years working on cruise ships around the Mediterranean and Caribbean, Justin decided that home is where the heart is, and headed back to the east end of Sheffield to open The Library in Attercliffe in October 2018.

His signature dish of garlic bread with apple and brie is a favourite amongst restaurant regulars, and fits in perfectly with The Library’s fusion tapas style menu.

10 Leeds Road, Attercliffe, Sheffield, S9 3TY Tel: 0114 553 8994 / www.thelibraryvenue.co.uk

Leslie Buddington Brocco Kitchen Brocco Kitchen’s Leslie Buddington started his culinary journey at a young age, learning respect for ingredients as he grew up cooking in his grandmother’s kitchen, and being inspired when able to create something delicious from something in its raw state.

Leslie is still as creative as ever, and his cooking style is constantly evolving.

“We keep our menu fresh and always strive to be imaginative,” says Leslie; and this is clear when looking at the dishes that come out of Brocco Kitchen.

“A signature dish from Brocco Kitchen’s spring menu is confit duck with apricot doughnuts, kimchi and roasted peanuts.”

92 Brocco Bank, Sheffield, S11 8RS / Tel: 0114 266 1233 / www.brocco.co.uk

Mohammed Sobuj Miah Prithi Raj “I have been working in this trade for nearly 28 years now, and have been a head chef for more than 18 years,” says Mohammed.

Having worked at Prithi Raj since the day the restaurant opened, it’s Mohammed who is still in charge of their menu today.

Mohammed’s passion for food and his commitment to the industry mean that he’s constantly creating new dishes and flavours for the restaurant.

“I can honestly say that the Prithi Raj customers have made me the chef I am today by accepting the cooking style I have presented to them.”

407 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield, S11 8PG Tel: 0114 266 6002 / www.prithirajrestaurant.com

Lexus Ladaban Sitwell Arms “Funnily enough I never actually planned to become a chef. When I left school I really had no idea what I wanted to do. My mother is in the hospitality industry so I thought I’d try my hand at that, and when I saw a vacancy for a waiter at The Sitwell Arms Hotel, I applied.”

Over six years later, Lexus has been promoted to second chef and has recently earned not only employee of the month but also team leader of the quarter, and it’s no wonder given his attention to detail. “We use locally sourced fresh ingredients, I’m very particular with what I send out to my customers, and some may say I’m a perfectionist.”

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Neil Smith Royal Victoria “I left school with the hope of travelling around France treading grapes and picking fruit. On arrival to the Dordogne and the realisation the grapes were squashed by machine and most fruit harvested the same way, I was struggling to fund my trip.”

After stumbling upon a pot washing job in a small but busy restaurant, Neil Smith’s whole world changed.

Neil would eat lunch with the chefs, and the food he dined on there, from the foie gras trimmings to the French apple tarts, had him set on his path towards becoming a chef himself. Years later and his passion hasn’t died down, and his menu is constantly changing and evolving.

Victoria Station Road, Sheffield, S4 7YE / Tel: 0114 276 8822 www.holidayinnsheffield.co.uk

Thomas Clarke Bank House “Being a brand new bar and restaurant, we weren’t tied to any existing way of doing things, and all the team are passionate about making our food stand out from the crowd,” says Thomas.

“I plan for the menu to be an open process for the first year. It’s important to spend time learning what

Rose Heggie Silversmiths When tasting dishes prepared by Silversmiths’ Rose Heggie, you’d never know that she’s only been at the popular restaurant for just a few months.

No stranger to working under pressure in busy kitchens, Rose has worked at popular restaurants across Sheffield, even launching a new kitchen and restaurant during her time as head chef at The Closed Shop in Walkley.

Today, Rose serves up modern British dishes with a Yorkshire twist, and has no regrets about having chosen a career as a chef instead of becoming a teacher after completing her degree in English Language.

“Being part of a small family on a day to day basis, working as a team and putting your hard work on a plate is rewarding on so many levels. I wouldn’t get this satisfaction from many other careers.”

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our customers want and listening to their feedback.”

Bank House may not have been open for long, but Thomas already has exciting plans for the future of the restaurant.

“I plan to refresh the menu for spring/summer this year, keeping the same relaxed dining vibe but adding some more exciting twists.”

Main Road, Hathersage, Hope Valley, S32 1BB Tel: 01433 449060 / www.bankhousehathersage.co.uk

Scott Philliskirk The Cross Scythes Working as a kitchen porter at The Cross Scythes almost a decade ago, Scott Philliskirk was given the opportunity to put on some chef whites, and they’ve stayed on ever since.

“I’ve always had an interest in food, and once given the opportunity to work in the kitchen I thought I’d give it a go, ten years later and I’m still loving it.”

Scott’s traditional Sunday roasts with all the trimmings are highly popular with diners, which is great as he thrives under the pressure of a busy service and is provided the opportunity to cook with fresh ingredients, adding his own unique twists to get the best out of them.

Baslow Road, Totley, Sheffield, S17 4AE Tel: 0114 236 0204 / www.cross-scythes-totley.co.uk

COMPETITION

Win tapas, wine and jazz for two he Library Café & Restaurant is the fabulous new Sheffield venue that’s creating quite a stir among lovers of exceptional tapas, wine, cocktails and the best in soul and jazz music.

If you want to know what all the fuss is about, here’s a not-to-be-missed opportunity to win a tapas meal for two people with a bottle of house wine, plus two tickets for the Thursday night ‘Jazz on the Cliffe’ nights.

The Library is based on the site of the old Attercliffe Free Library – Sheffield’s oldest library – which first opened its doors in 1894; it opened last year to rave reviews from Sheffield folk searching for something different.

Close to Meadowhall and Ikea, it’s the perfect place to drop in for a light lunch or coffee and a cake during the day.

Then when the sun goes down The

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Library is the place to sample the finest in live jazz, soul and funk with local and global stars gracing the stage.

Owner Justin Brooks, born and bred in Sheffield, is determined to breathe new life into this iconic venue, so come along soon for a flavour of something fresh and original, happening now in Sheffield.

HOW TO ENTER: We have one prize of a tapas meal for two people with a bottle of house wine, plus two tickets for the Thursday ‘Jazz on the Cliffe’ nights.

To enter, go online to www.rmcmedia.co.uk/ competitions to answer the following question.

Justin Brooks

In what year did Attercliffe Free Library open?

Closing date: Friday 29 March

F u s i o n F o o d & M u s i c fo r t h e S o u l Sheffield’s #1 Venue for Live Music & Food Jazz · Soul · Funk · Disco DELICIOUS TAPAS & MENU • EARLY BAR Fridays 4–7pm ALL FOOD LOCALLY SOURCED AND PREPARED FRESH Vegan & Vegetarian friendly

• PRIVATE PARTIES CATERED FOR • (Late License Available)

JAZZ ON THE CLIFFE Every Thursday 8pm-10pm • £5 entry • Tapas 2 for £7 / 3 for £10 Local & national acts will be gracing the stage weekly.

Dine in style with our fusion tapas menu, or enjoy some of our large selection of cocktails, wines, beers and speciality spirits, accompanied by Live Jazz Music.

Booking a table in advance recommended.

DINNER WITH LIVE MUSIC Fridays and Saturdays Live Jazz, Soul & Swing

The Library Café & Restaurant · 10 Leeds Road · Sheffield S9 3TY · Tel 0114 5538994 Closed Sun – Tues · Weds: 10am – 6pm · Thurs: 10am – 11pm · Fri: 10am – 11pm · Sat: 3pm – 3am

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First impressions HOW DID OLIVIA WARSOP’S MAIDEN VISIT TO WEST 10 FAIR? est 10 is one of those places you hear great things about. My friends have all been and loved it, family members have been and loved it and colleagues have been and loved it.

I had never been but everyone had assured that (surprise, surprise) I would love it. Nothing makes you more relaxed than huge expectations and the worry of disappointment.

But when I walked through the door it was a lot like getting home after a long day at work. Warm lights, the rich textured wood of the bar and sympathetic smiles from the front of house staff as my friend and I shook the rain off... I felt like I’d been going there for years. Maybe it’s over the top, but a cosy interior with a cohesive aesthetic and the smell of food wafting from the restaurant upstairs and it’s not hard to feel at home.

Seated at the bar and sipping on drinks, my friend, who is, let’s say, a connoisseur of Bellinis, was quick to enthuse on how expertly mixed the drink was while I sat and appreciated a sweet rosé chosen from their selection of wines: they are a wine bar after all!

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everything on the menu. By telling us the specials the waiter only added to this indecision.

Difficult decisions made we were shown to our table near a crackling fire and the atmosphere was so inviting the rain was totally forgotten. Soon, we were happily tucking into food that was more ‘haute cuisine’ than you may expect to find in this deceptively laid back restaurant. Mouth-watering whipped goat’s cheese and beetroot with lightly grilled cherry tomatoes (£7.50) was going down a treat on my side of the table while my friend had fallen silent, giving her full attention to pan-fried scallops with textures of cauliflower (£7.50). Having reached over to steal one, I can confirm they were delicious.

Mains of belly pork with grilled carrots, mashed potatoes and a rich jus (£14.50), and a creamy smoked haddock risotto topped with a poached egg and rocket (£14.50) kept the standards high.

To say the food was enjoyable would be putting it mildly and there was nothing mild about the food cooked for us. The haddock was tender and tasty, contrasting perfectly with the creaminess of the risotto. Once again (for the sake of the review of course) I reached over

to sample the succulent looking pork on my friend’s plate and was pleased to find it as juicy as it looked.

The dessert menu including peanut parfait with berry compote (£6.50), cheesecake with rhubarb (£6) and their popular cheeseboard (£10 for two people) sounded divine and although very tempted, the portions served had been so generous that we couldn’t quite manage dessert this time... much to our regret.

West 10 exceeded my expectations and I came away planning to immediately return in order to try the things on the menu I had missed out on this time. The engaging and attentive staff bid us a warm farewell and I barely noticed that it was still raining.

West 10 376 Fulwood Road, Sheffield, S10 3GD Tel: 0114 230 9190 www.west10winebar.com

At a glance: Friendly welcome Beautiful Bellinis Fine food in relaxed setting

376 Fulwood Road, Sheffield, S10 3GD 0114 230 9190 Come to West 10 to experience fabulous food and drink in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

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Set in the heart of the leafy suburbs of Ranmoor, this wine bar offers a truly unique dining experience.

Fine wines and beers, lunch, supper and light bites with fantabulous company.

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Eat in or take-away - we have something for everyone and every occasion with our delicious home made Greek food.

From our famous wraps ouzing with Pork or Chicken or maybe Haloumi or Fallafels to Traditional foods like mouth watering Moussaka or Beef Styfado. Check out our extensive menu on our website www.thegreedygreekdeli.co.uk Don't cook, just eat. You can order hot food on-line too via www.just-eat or give the deli a call on 0114 2667719.

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Premier Indian cuisine in the heart of Sheffield We have raised over £65,000 for Sheffield Children’s Hospital and would like to thank all our customers for their continued support Opening Hours: Sunday–Thursday: 5.30pm till 11.30pm Friday & Saturday: 5.30pm till 12.30 Open all Bank Holidays BOOK A TABLE ONLINE

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2,000 people sign up to WorkingWin trial A NEW HEALTH-LED EMPLOYMENT TRIAL IS TESTING A REVOLUTIONARY TYPE OF SUPPORT SERVICE TO HELP PEOPLE FIND AND STAY IN WORK. arning a decent living, enjoying work and living a healthy life are things that everyone deserves. Sometimes it’s challenging to get this balance right, and help to do so can be hard to find, but a groundbreaking new research trial is bringing hope to South Yorkshire.

The WorkingWin trial is testing an approach that’s tailored to meet the needs of the individual. This new method focuses on strengths, skills and aspirations to help people achieve their ambitions whilst maintaining good health.

The trial is funded by the Government’s Work and Health Unit, co-commissioned with Sheffield City Region combined authority and delivered by South Yorkshire Housing Association. Simply, the trial’s aim is to find out how good this new support service is at helping people find and stay in work.

“We’re testing one-to-one support to suit your needs, and help to achieve your employment goals. We can help you to find a job if you aren’t in paid employment, and offer continued support once you’ve started. We also provide help to manage your health condition at work,” said a spokesperson for WorkingWin. “The team are able to offer benefits advice to see if work could increase your income and we can also help talk to your employer about your needs at work.”

The trial is for people with a mental and/or physical health condition who are out of work and looking for a job, or in work and struggling. Participants can be aged 18 or over and need to be registered with a GP in South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw.

In an interview with BBC Radio Sheffield, one of the trial participants, Graham, said: “[WorkingWin] treated me like a person; not as a number, or a

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The IAPT team in Sheffield have referred over 371 patients to the service

our service as good or excellent. And, there’s still an opportunity for 5,500 more people to sign up.”

Graham has benefited from the WorkingWin scheme

problem, or an inconvenience… they gave me my smile back. They gave me my life back. It’s as simple as that.”

Niall O’Reilly, Head of Work and Wellbeing at South Yorkshire Housing Association, said: “We’re incredibly grateful to the 2,000 people across South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw who are already taking part.

“They’re helping us test an innovative new way of supporting people with health conditions to find and sustain good work, an approach that’s compassionate, strengths-based and entirely voluntary.

“The feedback we’ve already received from participants is really encouraging.

More than 90 per cent of people describe

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So how does the trial work?

It’s a randomised control trial meaning people who take part will be randomly placed into one of two research groups. One group will receive the new service while the other is provided with information about existing services in their area.

INSIDE STORY Nikki, WorkingWin participant “My whole life, I have advocated for others. One day, I realised I needed support too.”

Fifty-three-year-old employment lawyer, Nikki, started her career as a filing clerk. After a successful 33 years, she decided to take voluntary redundancy, which meant she found herself looking for a new job.

It wasn’t easy to get a new position in a firm that would recognise the lifelong experience Nikki had acquired, and when she finally did, things didn’t work out the way she had hoped with her new employer.

“I remember thinking; you know what – I could do with all the help I can get right now! Over the last few months, I have spent a lot of time thinking about and working out what I want to do, what my values are, what I am good at – and importantly to me, how best I can help other people. Thinking in this way has helped me map out a career that I can be proud of again.

“I might have experience working in employment law, but I’m no expert in finding employment, so taking this new approach with WorkingWin has been invaluable to me.

“It hasn’t been easy. There were times when I have doubted myself. But I’ve pushed through and I’ve been able to keep doing what I love and what I am good at. I represent people who’ve lost employment through discrimination or unfair practices, through no fault of their own. I also work directly with employers so that I can help them to put in the right level of support and structures to keep employees safe and legal.”

Susanne, WorkingWin participant “I’m literally living my dream.”

Susanne is one of the most enthusiastic bus drivers you’ll ever meet.

She loves every aspect of the job; from talking to customers, working in the control room to learning new routes.

After moving to Sheffield in her late twenties, Susanne has worked in various roles over the years, but nothing has let that passion shine through like working for First Bus – it’s become a lifeline for her and her family.

After difficulties in her last job in manufacturing, Susanne was signed off with work-related stress.

“I suppose the long and short of it is that I didn’t feel ‘listened’ to. I started to panic about going to work. I felt like it was dangerous, that people were at risk. I felt like I was the only one speaking out about it and nothing was being done.”

Accessing counselling and other support through her GP and WorkingWin meant that Susanne was able to talk about her feelings.

“My stress was related to the environment I was in, and by taking positive steps to change that environment, I could take back control of my health and wellbeing. So that is what I did!

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The Stannington property after Martin-Brooks’ re-roof

The property in Stannington before work was carried out

IF YOU NEED A SECOND OPINION BEFORE COMPLETING A HOUSE PURCHASE, YOU NEED A TRUSTED PROFESISIONAL WHO CAN GIVE CLEAR AND INDEPENDENT ADVICE. STEP FORWARD MARTIN-BROOKS (ROOFING SPECIALISTS). t’s every homebuyers’ nightmare.

Your survey is back and it details a catalogue of faults with the property upon which you have set your heart.

When you’ve found ‘the one’ there’s no stopping most people metaphorically moving in. So, when you’re faced with further investigation into a particular aspect of its construction, what do you do? Pull out of the purchase or press on?

Most experts would advise against knee-jerk reactions. You need to find trusted professionals, who can give clear, independent advice about the extent of the problems, particularly if they are not obvious.

Sheffield’s seven hills expose our homes to the worst of the British weather and the roof bears the brunt.

But, when you’re down on the ground, it’s almost impossible to determine the extent of any damage.

Local firm, Martin-Brooks (Roofing Specialists), are experts in providing roof surveys, charging just £150 plus VAT for a comprehensive inspection and report, detailing the condition of the roof and a quote for any necessary repairs.

Estimator, Andrew Wheadon, said: “We receive numerous calls from homebuyers wondering if the house they have agreed to purchase has inherent problems that

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will cost them dearly down the line.

“Our aim is to reassure clients by assessing the condition and workmanship of every component of the roof coverings. We provide visual evidence of our findings and distinguish between problems that need immediate attention and minor issues that can be treated as ongoing maintenance.”

Because Martin-Brooks understands the costly nature of moving house, it is willing to deduct its survey fee from any work commissioned when your purchase completes.

A couple looking to downsize contacted the Darnall-based firm after finding a suitable property in Stannington. The 1930s semi-detached was typical of those built across Sheffield and still sported its original Rosemary tiles that were showing visible signs of age.

Estimator Andrew Wheadon

The roof survey undertaken by Martin-Brooks revealed numerous tiles were breaking up due to years of frost damage. Because of the work required, the couple opted for a full re-roof, ensuring they weren’t dogged by recurring issues in later life.

Martin-Brooks recovered the whole roof in new tiles, upgraded the insulation and added a maintenance-free dry ridge system. Gutters, facias and soffits were also replaced with new maintenance-free materials, and the external walls painted, to improve its appearance and performance.

As a member of the Competent Roofer scheme, the firm is able to sign off projects of this nature for building regulations, saving homeowners the time and expense of calling out a council inspector.

Andrew added: “This couple is one of many we have helped move house, safe in the knowledge they won’t be facing any surprise bills next time it rains.

Armed with our roof survey, homebuyers can enter into a purchase forewarned about the costs involved.”

To find out more about commissioning a roof survey from Martin-Brooks, telephone 0114 244 7720 or visit www.martin-brooks.co.uk and complete the online enquiry form.

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Transform Pain class in Ranmoor n the last few months, Hallamshire Physiotherapy clinic has started a Transform Pain exercise class in Ranmoor aimed at people who have pain or some functional loss but still want to exercise. The class is run by a senior physiotherapist and is growing rapidly with excellent results.

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Graysons’ Bradie supports families Sheffield law firm, Graysons, is delighted to be supporting OnlyMums and OnlyDads – a national, not-for-profit social enterprise working to provide accessible support to families through the difficulties of separation and divorce – by contributing to its new book ‘101 Questions Answered About Separating with Children’.

The book has been written by a number of expert family solicitors, barristers, mediators and other professionals. Bradie Pell, partner and head of Graysons’ family team, is the only solicitor in South Yorkshire and Derbyshire to have contributed with an article on parental responsibility.

Bradie says: “Graysons is a long-term supporter of OnlyMums and OnlyDads and so I was delighted to have been asked to contribute to the book, having already made contributions to the websites. The book looks at the legal landscape, how to cope with the psychological impact of separation, what it means for children involved, and where parents can turn for further help and support.”

Director of OnlyMums, Rebecca Giraud, continued: “The book aims to clearly explain family law processes, answering the most common questions asked by separating parents with a degree of authority. We also emphasise how parents can save money when using professional advisers. We are delighted that Bradie has been able to share her expertise in the book.”

In his foreword to the book, President of the Family Division, The Right Honourable Sir Andrew McFarlane, said: “Irrespective of the current pressing problem that may have caused a parent to pick this book up, any reader would be well advised to invest the time in reading it from cover to cover, thereby gaining a real ‘feel’ for the approach of family law professionals and the courts in general to these important and difficult problems.”

The book is available now directly from www.onlymums.org and www.onlydads.org, from Amazon and all other online and high street booksellers.

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Westbourne pupils hit the slopes with Italian ski trip Pupils from Sheffield’s Westbourne School hit the heights with their annual skiing ski trip.

The children of all ages and abilities from the Broomhill independent school visited the Bormio in Lombardy, one of Italy’s most popular ski resorts and host of the World Cup Championships.

When they weren’t out on the slopes, the pupils were able to visit the centre of the historic town, while more experienced skiers also explored the pistes of neighbouring Santa Caterina.

And for anybody who couldn’t get enough of the snowy conditions, the trip also included a visit to the local ice rink.

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Jack hits his fundraising target St Luke’s Hospice Corporate Fundraising Manager and keen runner Jack Kidder has celebrated a year of supporting the charity by raising £2,800.

Dronfield based Jack decided last year that he would use his 28th birthday to begin 12 months of fundraising for Sheffield’s only hospice.

Along the way he completed a tough run round the St Luke’s shops – covering 32 miles in just one day – and competed in a host of challenge events, including a selection of park runs, the Totley AC Fell Running Series, half marathons and a marathon.

And his final event, annual Derbyshire Fell Race the Tigger Tor, saw him crash through his £2,800 target as he celebrated his 29th birthday.

“I am so truly delighted to have completed the challenge and so very grateful to all those people who have supported me along the way both financially and with great patience as I talked in great detail about fell runs and other running events,” said Jack.

“It feels incredible to have hit my target, though there is still time to make a final donation and make a real difference to the lives of all our St Luke’s patients and their families.”

To support Jack’s challenge visit www.justgiving.com/fundraising/ 280challenge

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Popular Sheffield pub re-opened with stunning new look

Sam clears her wardrobe for Lent – and supports St Luke’s

The Prince of Wales has received a stunning refurbishment, re-opening to guests with a new look.

The Prince of Wales, on Ecclesall Road South, has undergone a significant investment that has given the much-loved eating and drinking spot a more modern, stylish and contemporary feel.

As part of the refurbishment, the pub’s indoor and outdoor space have received an extensive makeover. Its team has also grown with several new people hired to fill various roles.

Leading the charge is head chef Graeme Bellamy, who has been with the business for over eight years.

The revamped Prince of Wales has a more vibrant feel, with new marble bathrooms and an open-plan bar area, ideal for larger groups. Located on the outskirts of the city centre, the pub has also created a stunning new private dining and meeting space, and is looking forward to welcoming guests to enjoy all it has to offer.

In addition, The Prince of Wales has also launched a new range of high protein, low calorie dishes to help guests stay healthy into the new year. This includes a wide selection of choices all under 750 calories, including delicious king prawn, crab and chorizo linguine and stir fried beef fillet salad.

It has also introduced a new improved vegan menu – packed full of flavoursome favourites with plantbased twists. Enjoy roasted lentil falafel, an impressively-stacked burger with slow-roasted tomato sauce, a delicious spiced coconut curry and even some dreamy desserts.

Some people might think about giving up chocolate for Lent… but Sam Warsop is giving up fashion!

To mark the 40 days of the period leading up to Easter, starting on 6 March, the publishing manager at RMC Media’s Westside magazine is going through her wardrobe and selecting 40 outfits to donate to the award-winning chain of St Luke’s Hospice shops.

“It’s something I started doing a few years ago and now it’s simply become a way of life and something that I really look forward to,” said Sam. “Lent is a time of reflection and a time when we should be thinking about helping others and I can’t think of a charity more deserving of our support than St Luke’s.

“And if I can find 40 items in my wardrobe – no matter how small – then I’m absolutely certain that everybody else can too.

“It’s really refreshing to be able to de-clutter your wardrobe and give to a great cause at the same time.”

Donations can be left at any of the St Luke’s shops any day during normal opening hours. To find the full list of locations visit www.stlukeshospice.org.uk

Where there’s a will As a lawyer, Henry Hill knows just how important it is to have a have a properly prepared will.

But it was only when he and his primary school teacher partner Emily made some very important life decisions that they decided it was time to make a will – and support St Luke’s Hospice.

Now in its ninth successful year, St Luke’s Will Month is a partnership between the hospice and 12 top city solicitors, running for a strictly limited period throughout the whole of April.

The idea is simple – the participating solicitor of your choice draws up a basic will in return for a donation to St Luke’s.

Suggested minimum donations are £100 for a single will or £150 for a joint will, with a £75 suggested charge for a basic amendment.

“Making a will is something that’s easy to put off, particularly if you have a fairly tight budget and you’re saving for a house or something else that is important to you but St Luke’s Will Month is an effective way to get it right.

“Using one of the St Luke’s list of Will Month solicitors makes sure the will is properly made and the process is easy and straightforward.

“It’s good to know that if the worst was to happen to me, then Emily will be properly taken care of – and I’m sure she wants the same protection for me.”

To find out more about Will Month call the St Luke’s Will Month hotline 0114 235 7551 or email info@hospicesheffield.co.uk or visit www.stlukeshospice.org.uk

Meals on Heels event raises cash for Sheffield’s hospice Meals on Heels, a special Ladies’ Lunch and Shopping event in support of St Luke’s Hospice, has raised £16,000.

The event at Sheffield United’s Bramall Lane Platinum Suite included coffee and mince pies, a three-course lunch, gift shopping, a champagne bar, raffles – one sponsored by Mulberry – and an auction with prizes including a holiday, Wimbledon tickets and afternoon tea for four at The Ivy. The lunch, attended by 350 guests, was

organised by voluntary fundraising group FFCC chaired by Julie Pickering, who has held the event for 30 years.

“We were delighted to support St Luke’s and the lunch was so oversubscribed that we have decided to hold it for two days in 2019,” said Julie.

“This year we will be hosting the lunch on both 28 and 29 November, once again at Sheffield United to fundraise for St Luke’s and we are thrilled that we already have

reservations for 40 tables.

“We have more than 50 tables available over the two days but it’s best to book early as demand is always high.”

St Luke’s Community Fundraising Manager Megan Senior commented: “This was a fantastic result and a great outcome to a very special occasion.

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BUSINESS START-UPS Why the Sheffield City Region is a great place to start your new venture NATIONAL APPRENTICESHIP WEEK Showcasing how the schemes work across all industries and sectors WOMEN IN BUSINESS International Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day, plus local success stories Featuring: Champion Hire, NOCN, Knowles Warwick, The Source, CJ Signs, Airmaster

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SYAC Business Support Service SYAC Business and Enterprise Training Centre is launching a new retail space, The 110 Outlet.

The Outlet is part of a new community initiative developed by SYAC called the ‘All Round Enterprise’ project. The aim is to provide learning opportunities, encourage entrepreneurship and identify the skills, talents and abilities of the BME community in Sheffield.

We are looking for crafters, hobbyists and designers who have products to sell. Small businesses, entrepreneurs and established businesses are all welcome. Anyone who can make items such as jewellery, accessories, greetings cards, clothing or anything of a similar nature, we want you!

Celebrating Women in Business Conference 2019 30th March 2019 An event for women wishing to celebrate International Women's Day 2019 by informing others about their business at a Conference. This Conference comes with a twist there will be a Fashion Show from Exquisite Me Fascinators a local business woman who specialises in handmade hats and fascinators.

World Choir will also be performing a choir consisting of women from all around the world coming together as one.

Lyonz Den will be providing a buffet on the day.

Free entrance – Everyone welcome

SYAC Business & Enterprise Training Centre 120 Wicker, Sheffield, S3 8JD

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Gold standard SHEFFIELD-BASED CHAMPION HIRE, WHICH HAS FIVE DEPOTS COVERING THE NORTH OF ENGLAND AND THE MIDLANDS, IS THIS YEAR CELEBRATING ITS 50TH ANNIVERSARY. WE TRACE THE COMPANY’S FASCINATING DEVELOPMENT. hampion Hire Ltd was established in December 1968. Since then it has grown to become a wellknown specialist hirer of plant, tools and equipment to the construction and civil engineering industries.

The company first opened as ‘Hire it’ based at 323 Abbeydale Road, Sheffield, when John Booth, who had previously run another plant business – Walter Ames (Plant Hire) Ltd – and Keith White, today Champion Hire’s MD, who had been a former employee of the same company, decided to form the new venture.

“Booth was working in Manchester during the five-year period after Walter Ames had been sold,” recalls Keith White. “He was under contract not to start any similar plant hire business (mechanical plant) in the areas where Walter Ames had traded. During his time working for Atcost Engineering in Manchester, he saw HSS launch a depot there. HSS was then a subsidiary of SGB, the largest scaffolding hire company in UK at that time.

“After three years working for someone else (Atcost), Booth wanted to get back to working for himself and thought that a business hiring non-mechanical plant would be a good route. Early in September 1968, he telephoned me and put the idea to me asking if I would be interested in joining him, on the understanding he would remain working for Atcost until the end of his contract two years hence, and in line with his agreement in respect of the sale of Walter Ames.”

The company’s original ‘Hire it’ name, which was refused incorporation back in 1968, became the title everybody knew the business by, even though company was incorporated in 1969 as Champion Hire Ltd. This was because the original ‘Hire it’ logo was used to precede the company’s name, as in “Hire it @ Champion Hire Ltd.” ‘Hire it’ stuck and 50 years later the company says many

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people still know it by the original name. It also points out that the resemblance of this format to email, which of course did not exist in 1968, is strangely prescient.

The name Champion itself was taken from another director and shareholder, Horace Champion. Over the next 15 years until 1983, Champion Hire went on to open three more depots: Meanwood in Leeds; Whittington Moor in Chesterfield; and Carbrook Street, Sheffield. In November 1983, a new investor, Tim Hale, and Keith White purchased the company from John Booth and Horace Champion, who both retired.

Tim Hale says: “My previous background was in industrial market research. I had spent four years working as part of the mergers and acquisitions team for Sir Hugh Sykes, as he built up his business empire, eventually culminating in the flotation of Thermal Scientific plc. This inspired me to want to work for myself and, following the placing of a teaser advert in the FT, John Booth – Champion’s majority

shareholder at the time – made contact with me and we began discussions.

“Shortly after, through a mutual financial contact at the Royal Bank of Scotland, I was introduced to Keith White, effectively Champion’s Operations Director. We hit it off well, found we had compatible skills, and to cut a long story short, we bought the business in November 1983.”

The business initially specialised in hire of small plant and tools to builders and private individuals. Over the following 35 years, it expanded significantly, with some depots moving to larger premises, and new locations being opened in Hull, Bradford, Nottingham, Doncaster and Derby, with a separate head office at Roman Ridge Road in Sheffield. Unfortunately, the recession of 2008 led to the closure of four of the nine depots during 2010.

“Opening new depots was always fraught with issues and having to close them was even worse,” recalls Tim Hale.

“The horrendous events of the 2007/8 credit crash, which resulted in us having to close the four depots and let some of our team go in 2010, was particularly memorable – or should I say, traumatic!

On a more positive note, it made us more

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The first depot on Abbeydale Road which is now closed. Bob Cryer is behind the counter. Inset: The original price list

aware of our customers’ requirements, and, ten years on, our profitability is higher now with five depots, than it was at the time, with nine.

“Working for Sir Hugh taught me that the best way to grow a business is to put together a good team, and let them get on with it. Step in to guide and help where needed, but essentially delegate and stand back. We have many long-serving staff and we are proud of that. Keeping skills up to date by training is an essential way of developing people and ensuring they have the relevant knowledge to help our customers. Without happy customers, there is no business.

“Moving to supplying more plant than tools has obligated us to use bigger vehicles, which brought its own issues; and the inclusion of increasingly more advanced technology in the equipment we hire has developed at a pace.

Attitudes to health and safety have changed immensely (for the good) and, over the years, relationships with our main suppliers have become closer.

“To achieve a continuity of 50 years’ service to the construction industry is, I think, pretty much an achievement in

Keith White (left) and Tim Hale

itself. I emphasise the word ‘service’, as Champion is first and foremost providing a service to its customers. Indeed, several customers have been with us for 50 years too, for which we thank them.”

The company now concentrates on hiring a range of small and medium-sized non-operated plant to the building, civil engineering and contracting trades, in the North and East Midlands. It specialises in hi-lift dumpers, excavators, powered access platforms, compaction rollers and plates, compressors, concrete cutting, drilling and grinding equipment, mixers, screeders and floor preparation equipment, generators ranging up to 60kVA, pumps, dehumidifiers and site lighting.

Strategic deals have been struck with many manufacturers and distributors over the years, and Champion’s reinvestment policy ensures that modern equipment forms the mainstay of the fleet. These include Altrad Belle, Hilti, Husqvarna, Kubota, Terex, Thwaites and Wacker, amongst others.

Champion believes that one of its strengths over 30 of the last 50 years has been the company’s fully integrated, realtime computer system, which provides instant practical and management information for running the business.

“When I first got involved with Champion, the business was not computerised at all,” says Tim Hale.

“Everything was on paper, including some quite complicated on-hire/off-hire calculations used to generate invoices. We undertook an evaluation of what options were available to us and settled on a relational database system (RDBS) known as ‘Pick’, which ran on ‘Zebra’ hardware!

We employed a programmer and began to write our own suite of programs.

“Since that time, we have upgraded our hardware many times, but are still running our own bespoke software, even though

nowadays it fully integrates into standard programs such as Excel, Word, Acrobat, Sage and the like.

This real-time multi-depot software is no longer the innovation in the market place it once was. However, it does mean that Champion Hire is more than able to compete with the industry’s market leaders.”

Looking ahead, Tim Hale and Keith White say that: “The last two years have felt very much like swimming against the tide. Brexit has cast a shadow over the British economy and we will all be glad when it’s over. Following which, Champion Hire will be able to resume its positive progress.

“It is too early to think about new depots, but we do plan to keep our plant and tool fleet up-to-date and ahead of customer expectations, in response to new products and technical developments in the market. We also intend to specialise within some of the lines giving more depth and focus.

However, without a good, positive outcome from Brexit, these ambitions might be somewhat more limited than we would hope. Perhaps ‘consolidation’ would be a more appropriate approach and ambition at this time.”

Whatever the future may bring, given its long pedigree and its proven management team, Champion Hire is in a strong position as it sets on the next chapter of its history.

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NEW BUSINESS START-UPS

Kickstart your idea WITH A WEALTH OF SUPPORT ON OFFER, THE SHEFFIELD CITY REGION IS A GREAT PLACE TO START A NEW BUSINESS.

ith two world-class universities, excellent transport links and the pulling power to attract major companies like McLaren and Boeing – it’s no surprise that the Sheffield City Region is becoming an increasingly popular place for people to set up business.

Recent statistics in Sheffield alone showed a 10.3 per cent increase in selfemployment within the last year as well as growth in the advanced manufacturing and creative and digital industry sectors and faster-than-average growth of GVA. But the thought of setting up and running a new business can be daunting.

Even with a solid idea there are countless factors to consider: How do you put a sound business plan together? Who are your customers and how will you reach them? Is there any funding available? Do you and any staff members have the skills needed to succeed?

Location also plays a major part in the support available to new businesses.

Within the Sheffield City Region there are a number of free business support services which can help start-ups take the next steps into business.

These include Sheffield City Region Growth Hub, Business Sheffield, RiDO (in Rotherham), Business Doncaster and Enterprising Barnsley.

Of course, there are other organisations also offering support to start-ups and which could specialise in industry sector, your age (there are dedicated support organisations for young people in business) or the exact nature of the support you need.

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Here are our top tips to help your business grow and prosper: Write a list – Work out exactly what you want to achieve and which areas you need support in.

Do your research – Test your business idea thoroughly with potential customers, it will help you to identify pitfalls at any early stage when they can be easily rectified.

Be clear on your business plan – Business support organisations can help with this and templates can be downloaded freely from the www.gov.uk website.

Make use of support available from HMRC – On the www.gov.uk website you can sign up for business help and education emails as well as webinars and online courses.

Use a business mentor – Many support organisations offer a free mentoring service. You can also use www.mentorsme.co.uk to search for other free services in your area Funding – Apply for as many business grants as you can or even consider if crowdfunding is an option for you.

Again many of the business support organisations can help you to access funding to get your business off of the ground.

Be in the know – Top business individuals all know their market inside out. Keep abreast of any changes in your industry and know your competitors.

Knowing your business inside out can keep you one step ahead of the game.

Utilise the help and resources offered. The organisations listed above – plus others – will be able to locate resources for you and signpost you to workshops and training courses relevant for your business.

PROMOTION

By your side A GOOD ACCOUNTANT IS LIKE A SIDEKICK, THERE WHEN YOU NEED THEM. he days when you’d only speak to your accountant once a year are well and truly in the past.

With the evolution of technology, and the ever-changing face of business ownership, your accountant is more than just a number-crunching middle-man, standing between you and HMRC like a boxing referee. They’re more like the

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team standing in your corner, offering you a helping hand when you’re on the ropes.

Starting a business is now easier than ever, and more and more people are ditching the nine-to-five for selfemployment every year. But owning a business brings with it a range of challenges that can seem daunting if you don’t know where to turn. That’s where your accountant and business advisor comes in. Whether you’re struggling with cash flow, looking for funding or just need someone to bounce ideas off – someone who knows your business and has helped others like you to succeed – your accountant is uniquely positioned to support and advise you.

Cloud accounting software means you

can stay in touch with your advisor and monitor your accounts on the go.

Keeping the channels of communication open will help your accountant to understand your position, and allow you to benefit from their knowledge and expertise.

Put Knowles Warwick in your corner, and your business will be unbeatable.

Knowles Warwick 183 Fraser Road, Sheffield, S8 0JP Tel: 0114 274 7576 Email: bestadvice@ knowleswarwick.com www.knowleswarwick.com

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Blazing a trail NATIONAL APPRENTICESHIP WEEK 2019 AIMS TO CHANGE PERCEPTIONS AND WILL SHOWCASE HOW THE SCHEMES WORK ACROSS ALL INDUSTRIES AND SECTORS. he 12th annual National Apprenticeship Week, which will run from 4-8 March 2019, is a great opportunity to highlight the fantastic opportunities that an apprenticeship brings to employers, individuals and the economy.

The ‘Blaze a Trail’ theme will feature throughout the week to highlight the benefits of apprenticeships to employers, individuals, local communities and the economy.

As in previous years NAW2019 will see a range of activities and events being hosted across the country. They want to change the perceptions people have on what an apprenticeship is and who takes them up to encourage people of all ages and backgrounds to take up an apprenticeship.

The week will also show the number of high quality of apprenticeships opportunities available at all levels around the country in a huge variety of sectors such as aviation engineering, finance and policing.

Apprenticeships and Skills Minister Anne Milton said: “Blazing a trail is what being an apprentice is all about and will be our theme for National Apprenticeship Week 2019. Because that’s what’s happening up and down the country – apprentices and employers blazing a trail.

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“I want everyone to recognise the change that apprenticeships can bring – for employers blazing a trail to new markets, apprentices to new career opportunities and for colleges and training providers raising the skills levels for everyone.”

Keith Smith, director, Education and Skills Funding Agency added: “I want the 12th annual National Apprenticeship Week to be the biggest and most successful, yet.

“The theme for this year – Blaze a Trail – is at the heart of what apprenticeships are all about. I really hope our partners feel as excited about it as we do and, like previous years, they will can get fully behind the week.

“We want everyone to consider hosting an event or activity so more people get to see and hear about the huge benefits apprenticeships can bring to employers, individuals and local communities.”

National Apprenticeship Week 2018 was record-breaking, with 780 events taking place across England. The ambition of delivering a 10,000 talks movement – #10kTalks – to inspire the next generation of apprentices was exceeded, reaching over 33,500 people in over 300 schools across the country.

A further 130 schools hosted teacher-

to-teacher talks, reaching an additional 2,300 adults, to support them to talk to their students about apprenticeships. The Big Assembly reached 20,000 young people with a live video stream, showcasing apprentices and employers sharing their apprenticeships stories.

Events also took place to celebrate International Women’s Day, apprenticeships diversity and a launch event with the BBC and Sutton Trust included the announcement of a new ground-breaking apprenticeship programme.

Richard Hamer, Education & Skills Director, BAE Systems said: “We have always supported National Apprenticeship Week. It’s a great, focussed way to showcase the many benefits of apprenticeships. For National Apprenticeship Week 2019 we will be celebrating our apprentices’ achievements through our own internal apprenticeship awards.

“We’ve been a ‘trailblazer’ in developing new standards across the engineering sector and were delighted to hear that the theme for this year is ‘Blaze a Trail’. We have 2,000 apprentices in learning and for 2019 will be recruiting more advanced, higher and degree apprenticeships across a wide variety of apprenticeship standards.” www.sheffieldvibe.com 141

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Creating opportunities NOCN IS A SHEFFIELD-BASED ASSESSMENT ORGANISATION DELIVERING SERVICES ACROSS THE UK. OCN is a Sheffield success story; from its head office in Sheffield near Park Hill, the registered charity has been creating opportunities for over 30 years through learning and skills. It delivers its services across the UK and internationally, supporting learners, businesses, colleges and training providers.

One of its main services is assessing and awarding qualifications, as an Ofqual regulated Awarding Organisation (AO).

In this way it helps people from all walks of life to build meaningful careers in a range of subjects including construction, retail and finance. It is one of the main providers of Functional Skills Maths and English, working with colleges and training providers to improve levels of

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adult numeracy and literacy.

The organisation is one of the biggest providers of construction skills qualifications in the UK, through its specialist arm Cskills Awards. It covers a broad range of skills including traditional, heritage and modern techniques such as steel fixing and offsite manufacture. It recently added to its services for construction by acquiring the Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) job card service.

NOCN is a market leading apprentice end point assessment organisation (EPAO), as part of the reformed apprenticeship programme. It works in partnership with employers and training providers to provide independent, robust assessment of apprentices in roles such as

financial consultant, retail manager or steel fixer. In this way NOCN is helping to ensure apprentices gain recognition for their exceptional skills and knowledge, giving employers a highly trained and competent workforce.

NOCN is part of the international NOCN Group, a non-profit organisation which includes a number of education and skills companies with a shared outlook, including NOCN India Skills Foundation, One Awards, NOCN Cymru and NOCN Job Cards. NOCN Group is an ethical, progressive and ambitious organisation driven by its purpose to create opportunities.

To learn more, go to: www.nocn.org.uk.

PROMOTION

Working at NOCN – our values At NOCN we’re all about creating opportunities. We are an organisation where everyone comes to work with a positive attitude, to provide our customers and colleagues with the highest standards of service.

We don’t sit still and even though we are one of the UK’s largest awarding and assessment organisations, we have big plans for the future.

To achieve our plans we need the right kind of people working with us. We know that the right people really can make a difference, so we are committed to recruiting and retaining talented individuals who share our values.

So if you’re thinking about a role at NOCN, here’s what you should know about the qualities we live and work by every day:

• We are responsive; so that we can be the best we can be as professionals, departmental teams and as a charitable organisation.

• We are supportive; to create a safe, healthy, caring and customer responsive environment.

• We are honest; acting with integrity to instil confidence in our customers, learners and colleagues.

• We’re ethical, transparent, fair and honest in our management and communications, promoting engagement with all.

• We are open in our pursuit to share knowledge, giving and receiving constructive feedback

and receptive to ideas.

• We are innovative; promoting an environment where innovation and creativity are encouraged.

• We are respectful; and supportive towards each other, our customers and our learners. Providing an environment and service that embodies equality, diversity and inclusion of all.

If this sounds like you and you would like to work for an ambitious and flexible organisation, in a varied and challenging role and with the knowledge that you are making a difference; view our vacancies and apply now. https://www.nocn.org.uk/ about/careers/

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Time for a change of career?

Apprenticeship End Point Assessor The role is new and it offers excellent opportunities for people with the right skills and experience. Most importantly it pays well, it offers a meaningful profession and the opportunity to apply your sector expertise and knowledge to help young people get a great start to their career.

An End Point Assessor works for an End Point Assessment Organisation – or EPAO, providing (you guessed it) end point assessment of apprentices as part of the reformed apprenticeship programme.

NOCN is a leading EPAO, providing independent testing of apprentices at the end of their training to assess whether they have the skills, knowledge and experience to be competent in their role.

NOCN has immediate vacancies for end point assessors, maybe you fit the bill. If so, now is the best time to get on board and establish yourself in this emerging industry.

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have been training for. Tests take place at the end of an apprenticeship following a period of training and development often referred to as the ‘on-programme’ period.

New Apprenticeship Standards and Assessment Plans are being continuously published and EPAOs are being approved on an ongoing basis.

What does the role involve?

The role requires assessment of evidence of an apprentice’s knowledge, skills and behaviours at the end of their Apprenticeship. Many assessors will be from the Further Education sector, but a significant and increasing proportion are from industry, having successfully done the job for years that they might now be assessing.

What do you need to know to be an End Point Assessor?

If you are thinking of becoming an assessor, here are a few hints and tips to make the jump into End Point Assessing for a leading EPAO, such as NOCN: • Understand what End Point Assessment is in your field of expertise – which apprenticeship standards exist, types of assessment used, such as professional discussions and portfolios.

• Ensure you can meet the specific assessor criteria on the relevant Assessment Plan - the Institute for Apprenticeships (IfA) publishes assessment plans outlining the qualifications, expertise and knowledge Assessors need. This is NOCN’s first ‘quality check’ in EPA recruitment.

• Always keep your CPD (Continual Professional Development) up to date and in line with current industry standards.

• Relevant experience in your chosen sector industry experience – should go without saying!

• Attend workshop sessions on assessment methods and practice – NOCN regularly provides training for its team of assessors.

To find out more about becoming an End Point Assessor, we recommend the following websites: www.assessorsguild.co.uk www.strategicdevelopmentnetwork.co.uk www.nocn.org.uk/about/careers If you are interested in becoming an End Point Assessor for NOCN please contact Sarah Whitham for more details – sarah.whitham@nocn.org.uk

PROMOTION

Improving productivity through skills The UK has low productivity

Britain’s productivity has remained stubbornly static since 2008 and currently stands over 22 percent lower than the US, 26 percent lower than Germany, and 16 percent lower than that of the rest of the G7 nations. The UK, unlike other countries, has not recovered since the financial crisis, in fact it has virtually flat-lined. If the improvements, pre-crisis had continued the economy would be 25 per cent more productive now than it actually is now.

In addition, recent reports suggest that the UK economy has fallen even further in regards productivity due to concerns around Brexit – business confidence is low, investment is on hold, companies are relocating to Europe and we have not even left yet.

Technology replacing jobs

In the wider context, we are now in an age of automation, big data, and the Fourth Industrial Revolution; preparing

young people and the wider workforce for the challenges of tomorrow is paramount to guaranteeing Britain’s future competitiveness and prosperity.

Further advances in digital and AI will fundamentally change jobs in all sectors.

There are predictions that 35 per cent of jobs will be affected in the coming decade, and underpinning this are poor levels of literacy and numeracy – many comparable nations are experiencing improvements in literacy and numeracy but we seem to be slipping further behind.

Investment in skills is key to improve productivity

NOCN has looked in detail at how we might halt the decline and shift things forward with investment in skills to increase productivity. Its findings with key recommendations were published recently in a report, produced with the learning and Work Institute.

You can download the report for free from: www.nocn.org.uk/productivity

Digital Productivity for employers and training providers

As part of this, NOCN has developed a new qualification, specifically designed to improve workers’ digital skills to make them more productive. The NOCN LEVEL 2 DIGITAL PRODUCTIVITY QUALIFICATION is designed to give learners, including staff and students, the key skills they need to improve productivity in commonly used office software, such as Microsoft Word or Excel.

Developed in partnership with a Microsoft authorised partner, learning resources are available online to gain Microsoft digital badges and to achieve an accredited NOCN qualification. This unique package is exclusive to NOCN and available for both employers and learning providers to offer to staff and students.

To learn more, go to: www.nocn.org.uk/digitalqual

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Bringing women together THE THEME FOR THIS YEAR’S INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY, WHICH TAKES PLACE ON 8 MARCH, IS #BALANCEFORBETTER. nternational Women’s Day is a worldwide event that celebrates women’s achievements – from the political to the social – while calling for gender equality.

It has been observed since the early 1900s and is now recognised each year on 8 March. It is not affiliated with any one group, but brings together governments, women’s organisations, corporations and charities. The day is marked around the world with arts performances, talks, and rallies, networking events, conferences and marches.

Its roots can be traced to 1908, when 15,000 women marched through New York City demanding voting rights, better pay and shorter working hours.

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In 2011, former US President Barack Obama proclaimed March to be ‘Women’s History Month’.

It’s all about celebrating women’s achievements and the campaign for gender equality.

But there is no chance of the event losing its power any time soon simply because the original aim – to achieve full gender equality for women the world – has still not been realised. A gender pay gap persists across the globe and women are still not present in equal numbers in business or politics. Figures show that globally, women’s education, health and violence towards women is still worse than that of men.

According to the World Economic

Forum, the gender gap won’t close until 2186. And the 2017 report by the World Economic Forum said, it could still take another 100 years before the global equality gap between men and women disappears entirely.

For the past couple of years, women’s rights have dominated the news. Following high profile cases involving sexual misconduct such as the allegations against Harvey Weinstein and other prominent men in power, the #MeToo movement gave women a voice and the courage to speak out over abuse and harassment.

The theme for IWD 2019 is #BalanceForBetter, a nod to the growing global push for professional and social equality.

EVENTS FOR INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY (FRIDAY 8 MARCH) THIS YEAR INCLUDE: Holiday Inn, Barnsley Road, Barnsley, S75 3JT Join women in business for their annual International Women’s Day gathering, this year at Holiday Inn Barnsley, 3pm to 8pm.

The Barnsley and Rotherham Chamber are pleased to once again be joining millions of other women, and men, world-wide celebrating the massive contribution that women make to our lives, in business, in the community and in family – a day to reflect, share and be inspired by peoples’ personal journeys – the achievements, the challenges and the funny both professionally and personally.

Event Categories: General Business Operations • Growth Demand Innovation • International Trade • Skills For more, visit https://www.brchamber.co.uk/event/ international-womens-day-2019-including-athenainternational-awards/

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Gender Equality – what’s in it for me?

A discussion on gender equality at Firth Hall, Weston Bank, Sheffield on Tuesday 5 March.

With the focus for this year’s International Women’ Day being #BalanceForBetter, a panel of influential speakers, men and women, will talk about what they are doing to move towards gender balance, how you can take steps to progress gender equality, and how this benefits us all.

This will be followed by a Q&A and the opportunity to discuss with colleagues what we as individuals, departments and an institution can do to work towards achieving gender balance.

Speakers include Professor Jackie Harrison, Professor of Public Communication, UNESCO Chair on Media Freedom, Journalism Safety and the Issue of Impunity (University of Sheffield) The event is open to all staff at the University of Sheffield.

WOMEN IN BUSINESS

Denise Quayle

Angela Taylor

Director of Taxation, Knowles Warwick

Director of Operations, Knowles Warwick

Knowles Warwick is a firm of Chartered Accountants and business advisors. As Director of Taxation, Denise is responsible for a growing team of tax advisors, offering advice and assistance to clients on everything from annual tax returns to HMRC enquiries.

She says: “The number of female business owners and selfemployed professionals continues to rise, and I’m proud to support dozens of women who have chosen to take the plunge and asked Knowles Warwick to give them a helping hand.

“Women today have so many options, and thanks to recent moves towards closing the gender pay gap and getting more women on the boards of companies, we’re increasingly better represented and remunerated.

“My advice to any young women thinking about their future career is to consider all your options. There are so many jobs out there that you may not have considered, whether that’s because you’ve never heard of them or they’re in traditionally male industries, and not all of them require an expensive degree. If you’re good with numbers, computers and people, you might even enjoy being a tax advisor!”

Angela’s role, as Director of Operations, is to manage the day-to-day running of the business. It’s a combination of HR, utilities, IT support and general management. No two days are the same.

She says: “Most women tend to wear several hats throughout the day and juggle a number of different tasks and responsibilities, giving us a natural talent for operational roles. The job requires both analytical skills and people skills – the ability to manage a variety of personalities and keep a firm grip on the schedule as well as the budget. If you can quickly switch from using one side of your brain to the other then operations could be for you!

“Career paths nowadays look completely different to when I first started out. Back then it was very linear, you started your career on the bottom rung of a company, worked your way up over the years, and retired with a nice final salary pension. Today, things aren’t quite that simple, and portfolio careers have become more common. These involve a variety of different jobs, sometimes overlapping, with periods of employment, freelancing and working on side hustles and passion projects.”

Leading ladies WOMEN ARE MAKING WAVES IN THE WORLD OF BUSINESS. HERE WE FOCUS ON SOME LOCAL SUCCESS STORIES.

Claire Bell

Lisa Pogson

Partner and director of CJ Signs

Managing Director, Airmaster

Vehicle wrapping might sound like a maledominated industry but that doesn’t faze Claire Bell.

Her husband Jason set up CJ Signs, a specialist vehicle wrapping company based in Killamarsh, Derbyshire, in 2004 and Claire became a partner in the business shortly afterwards, not long after giving birth to the couple’s second son. CJ Signs became a limited company in 2011 with Claire and Jason taking on 50/50 directorships.

In the last couple of years Claire has helped the company exceed expectations, with its level of growth resulting in a move to new larger premises.

Claire deals with all office duties and last year successfully applied for a Global Derbyshire grant which facilitated the purchase of a new wider format printer as well as additional equipment including computer software, workstations and a large-scale laminating machine.

“I’m the only female here amongst a team of men and that doesn’t bother me – or them – at all,” added Claire.

Airmaster design, install and provide aftercare for heating, cooling, plumbing, ventilation and associated services. As MD, Lisa supports a great team of experts to provide great customer service.

“We like to deliver on time, on budget and get great feedback,” she says.

Women who have inspired her include Elaine Robson-Burrell (her first full time boss); Julie Kenny, Chair of Wentworth Preservation Trust; Jackie Freeborn (Skincare Yorkshire and Custodian of the Rotherham Story) and Deborah Bullivant, Grimm & Co. Lisa adds: “There is an increasing role for women in many engineering, construction and manufacturing, rail – to name but a few – sectors. There is a skills shortage and not so many people coming in to these areas. So, time for women to go for it.

“I work with a coach, Lisa Walker, and her mantra is ‘Get Clear, Get Confident’. I think that is key. Keep focussed and keep your confidence and my mum always says ‘treat others as you want to be treated, and you can’t go far wrong’.

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QUIRKY CORNER

Whinfell Quarry Garden IT’S BEEN DESCRIBED AS ‘AKIN TO BEING IN THE HIMALAYAS’ BUT NOT MANY PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT THIS OASIS OF CALM – OR THE STORY BEHIND IT, WRITES CHRIS WILSON. ack in the day, the Grand Tour was considered to be the best way to complete a gentleman’s education. After leaving school or university, young noblemen from northern Europe headed out into the world, not only learning about the great civilisations but acquiring items, such as paintings and sculptures, to fill their grand estates back home.

But when Sheffield industrialist Samuel Doncaster left in the 1890s to start his own great adventure he returned from his travels with plants, shrubs and trees from around the world and set about creating an English garden unlike any other.

Doncaster came from a Quaker family and was in the fortunate position of being able to indulge in his hobbies as water colourist, traveller, naturalist, and mountaineer. He was the classic

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polymath Victorian gentleman.

The trip to North America lasted many months taking in Yellowstone and Yosemite National Parks, and great cities including Chicago and Los Angeles.

But it was the natural beauty that captured Doncaster’s imagination and that’s the reason why today, tucked away behind a gate in a stone wall on Ecclesall Road South, there is a stunning selection of Californian redwoods, Himalayan rhododendrons, Japanese acers and South American gunnera.

The bounty from Doncaster’s epic voyage was planted on the site of the former Whirlow Quarry, as he set about

creating a garden to complement the house he was building at Whinfell.

In the 1930s Whinfell House and Garden passed to another steel family, the Neills, and it was gifted in turn to Sheffield City Council in 1968.

Today, for those in the know, it is a tranquil escape from the modern world, with clear paths and seating areas to allow the passing visitor to linger and appreciate a small piece of Sheffield that feels exotic, and totally removed from our normal view of local parkland.

This two-acre patch has been described as a Botanical Utopia, akin to being in the Himalayas, but it has taken a determined campaign by local supporters, Friends of Whinfell Quarry Garden, and a Heritage Lottery funding of £60,000 to secure the beauty of this unique location for future generations.

The Friends group raise money and pay a gardener who is employed to work for four to six hours on Saturdays.

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JORDAN CUTFORTH ROUNDS-UP THE LATEST MOTORING NEWS.

Sportier DNA

Luxury Seven Say hello to the flagship saloon in the BMW range – the 7-Series. Built to rival the Mercedes S-Class, the 7Series is perfect companion for any successful businessman.

The 7-Series has had a major overall of interior and exterior design features. On the outside, it has an updated front grille where the company’s signature “kidney grille” design is enhanced even more for a much more purposeful road presence.

On the inside, there is as much tech as the latest rocket mission to space.

Offered in both long and short wheelbase forms, the 7-Series also comes with some new engines ranging from an in-line six cylinder to a 585hp 6.6-litre 12-cylinder powerhouse.

On sale 13 April. Priced from £69,430.

After the recent release of the all-new Kia Ceed, Kia has released the ProCeed variant. In the past, the ProCeed was the stylish coupe variant, not so this time. This time it’s a stylish shooting brake design inspired by the 2017 concept.

Following the sportier DNA of the ProCeed compared to the normal hatchback and estate variant, the ProCeed is lower and longer for a better silhouette.

The engines available will be 138hp 1.4-litre turbocharged petrol, a 1.6-litre common rail diesel engine and a 201hp 1.6-litre available in the top of the range ‘GT’ performance variant. Available with either a manual or seven-speed DualClutch-Transmission depending on which spec is chosen.

As with every Kia, a seven-year warranty is offered.

Available now. Priced from £23,835.

Fastback Hyundai After the success of the bonkers i30N hatchback, Hyundai has taken a leaf out of the Mercedes design department by creating a ‘fastback’ or shooting brake shape.

As with the hatchback variant, the Fastback N will come with the 271hp 2.0-litre petrol engine but unlike the hatchback, there is less interior room overall at the expense of a more good-looking and desirable design.

However, with a 450-litre boot and five-doors, the Fastback N can easily perform any job that is expected from it.

Standard equipment includes LED head and tail lights, cruise control, keyless entry with engine start/stop button and a standard 8” Touchscreen Satellite Navigation system, that includes Android Auto and Apple Car Play.

Available now. Priced at £29,995.

Top down A lighter, more focused example of the 570S is finally here. The long wait for the new convertible LT in the McLaren line-up is over.

As with the 600LT Coupe, the Spider will come with a fully carbon fibre monocoque, which allows for no structural change allowing the Spider to perform exactly how the Coupe performs.

The familiar 3.8-litre twin-turbo V8 will be the only engine available producing 592hp and 620Nm of torque achieving a 0-62mph time of 2.9 seconds and a top speed on 201mph with thanks to a seven-speed SSG gearbox.

Compared to the Coupe, the Spider weights 50kg extra but 100kg less than the 570S Spider.

Available to order now, priced from £201,500 with limited availability.

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Still under manufacturer’s warranty? As a respected independent specialist we are now fully authorised to carry out service and repair work to any vehicles still under manufacturer’s warranty.

• Ex-main dealer trained technicians • 25 years experience • ATA accredited master technicians • Fixed priced servicing • Loan car available • Air conditioning service and repair • Our skills and experience enable us to offer repairs, faults diagnostics and service to the full range of Jaguar and Land Rover cars. So if you have a problem – we are the people to talk to.

Can I Buy Your Car? We are interested in all top marques – Jaguar, Land Rover, Mercedes, BMW, Audi etc.

Thinking of Selling Your Car? We Want to Buy It! CALL US TODAY FOR THE VERY BEST PRICE We also offer a vehicle sourcing service to find your perfect car Unit 1&2 | Bryta Works | Little London Road | Sheffield S8 0UJ Telephone: 0114 2219775 or 07976 093382 Email: CHRIS@SHEFFIELDPRESTIGE.CO.UK Web: WWW.SHEFFIELDPRESTIGE.CO.UK Follow Us

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Stoneacre Price £9,999 Customer Deposit £159.99 First Monthly Payment £159.99 Monthly Payment £159.99 Amount to Finance £9,839.01 GMFV £4,792 Total o Payable £12,471.52 Annual Mileage 5,000 Duration 48 months No of Monthly Payments 47 APR 8.60% Fixed Rate 7.41% Excess Charge 6.00ppm

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Stoneacre Price £18,409 Deposit Contribution £500 Customer Deposit £1,347.64 First Monthly Payment £159.98 Monthly Payment £159.98 GMFV £9,042.30 Toototal Amount Payable £18,409 5,000 Annual Mileage Duration of Agreement 48 No of Monthly Payments 47 0.00% APR 0.00% Fixed Rate 4.80ppm Excess Charge

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Stoneacre Price £8,999 Customer Deposit £2,359 First Monthly Payment £99.90 Monthly Payment £99.96 Amount to Finance £6,640 GMFV £4,241.02 Tootal Amount Payable £8,999 Annual Mileage 6,000 Duration of Agreement 25 No of Monthly Payments 24 APR 0.00% Fixed Rate 0.00% Excess Charge 7.50ppm

Stoneacre Price £6,995 Deposit Contribution £250 £299 Customer Deposit First Monthly Payment £99.52 Monthly Payment £99.52 £2,974.22 GMFV Total o Payable £8,300.39 Annual Mileage 6,000 Duration of Agreement 49 No of Monthly Payments 48 6.90% APR Fixed Rate 6.90% Excess Charge 8.00ppm

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Stoneacre Price £10,527.48 Customer Deposit £169.99 First Monthly Payment £169.99 Monthly Payment £169.99 Amount to Finance £10,357.49 GMFV £4,703 Tootal Payable £12,862.52 Annual Mileage 6,000 Duration of Agreement 48 No of Monthly Payments 47 APR 7.90% Fixed Rate 4.00% Excess Charge 3.50ppm

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Stoneacre Price £17,544 Deposit Contribution £4,102.31 Customer Deposit £219.99 First Monthly Payment £219.99 Monthly Payment £219.99 GMFV £5,417 Tootal Payable £20,078.83 Annual Mileage 6,000 Duration 48 months No of Monthly Payments 47 APR 6.90% Fixed Rate 3.40% Excess Charge 3.00ppm

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Stoneacre Price £16,699 Customer Deposit £4,199 First Monthly Payment £175.16 Monthly Payment £175.08 Amount to Finance £12,500 GMFV £8,298 Tootal Amount Payable £16,699 Annual Mileage 6,000 Duration of Agreement 25 No of Monthly Payments 24 APR 0.00% Fixed Rate 0.00% Excess Charge 7.50ppm

Stoneacre Price £27,290 Customer Deposit £4,695 First Monthly Payment £274.96 Monthly Payment £274.96 Amount to Finance £22,595 £12,862 GMFV Tootal Payable £29,115.32 Annual Mileage 6,000 Duration of Agreement 43 No of Monthly Payments 42 APR 2.90% Fixed Rate 1.50% Excess Charge 4.00ppm

Stoneacre Price £14,774.00 Deposit Contribution £3,710.79 Customer Deposit £189.99 First Monthly Payment £189.99 Monthly Payment £189.99 £3,966 GMFV Tootal Payable £16,796.31 Annual Mileage 6,000 Duration of Agreement 48 No of Monthly Payments 47 APR 6.90% 3.40% Fixed Rate 4.20ppm Excess Charge

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Stoneacre Price £13,615 Deposit Contribution £823 Customer Deposit £169 First Monthly Payment £169 Monthly Payment £169 Amount to Finance £12,623 GMFV £4,511 Total o Amount Payable £13,615 Annual Mileage 6,000 Duration of Agreement 49 No of Monthly Payments 48 APR 0.00% Fixed Rate 0.00% Excess Charge 8.00ppm

Honda/Mitsubishi: TTapton apton Lock, Lockoford Lane, Chesterfield S41 7JB. TELEPHONE: 01246 641135 Honda Sheffield: 185 185 Archer Road, Sheffield S8 0JX. TELEPHONE: 0114 22051905 051905

Opening Hours: Monday - Friday Friday 9.00am to 7.00pm, Saturday 9.00am to 5.00pm, Sunday 10.30am to 4.30pm Saturday All offers subject to terms and conditions and are as part of a Stoneacre finance plan. Finance provided subject to status, written details available on request. Models shown are for illustration purposes only. Ask for details. Cars may be in group stock. Stoneacre operate as an Independent finance Introducer from a panel of lenders. Stoneacre do not charge a fee for introduction to a finance provider however we may or may not receive a commission. Offers correct at time of going to press, but may be subject to change. Subject to Your status, e le, the terms of the if after signing the Purchase Order You sign a Finance Agreement with a Finance Company inn relation to the Vehic Finance Agreement will replace this Supplier Agreement. The standard terms of the Finance Agreement will be stated on the Finance Agreement form that Yoou will be aske asked to sign. Decidebloom Ltd t/a Stoneacre, Omega Boulevard, Capitol Park, Thorne, DN8 5TX, is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Our FCA number is 308726. You can verify this by visiting the FCA website or by contacting the FCA on 0854 606 9966. ^Price Promise: Deal to be based on an identical car (age,mileage, colour, make, model and condition) at a competitor dealer. Quote needs to be valid within 7 days. Ask for details.

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Stoneacre Price £13,550 Deposit Contribution £750 Customer Deposit £199 First Monthly Payment £199.96 Monthly Payment £199.96 Amount to Finance £12,601 GMFV £5,377.76 Tootal Payable £15,724.88 Annual Mileage 6,000 Duration 48 months No of Monthly Payments 47 APR 6.90% Fixed Rate 3.05% Excess Mileage 2.65ppm

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Stoneacre Price £18,000 Deposit Contribution £2,250 Customer Deposit £1,875 First Monthly Payment £199.92 Monthly Payment £199.92 GMFV £7,038.29 Total oota Payable £20,559.53 Annual Mileage 6,000 Duration 48 months No of Monthly Payments 47 APR 6.20% 3.05% Fixed Rate 4.12ppm Excess Mileage

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Stoneacre Price £15,725 £199 Customer Deposit First Monthly Payment £199 £199 Monthly Payment Amount to Finance £15,526 £5,974 GMFV Tootal Amount Payable £15,725 Annual Mileage 6,000 Duration 49 months No of Monthly Payments 48 APR Representative 0.00% Fixed Rate 0.00% Excess Charge 8.00ppm

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Stoneacre Price £8,999 Customer Deposit £139 First Monthly Payment £139 Monthly Payment £139 GMFV £4,340 Option Fee £399 Tootal Amount Payable £11,151 Annual Mileage 5,000 Duration 49 months No of Monthly Payments 48 APR 8.20% Fixed Rate 6.81% Excess Mileage 6.00ppm

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Stoneacre Price £15,950 Deposit Contribution £2,200.07 Customer Deposit £199.99 First Monthly Payment £199.99 Monthly Payment £199.99 GMFV £6,049 Tootal t l Payable £17,848.59 Annual Mileage 6,000 Duration of Agreement 48 No of Monthly Payments 47 APR 4.90% Fixed Rate 2.40% Excess Charge 10.2ppm

Stoneacre Price £9,995 Customer Deposit £1,464 First Monthly Payment £109 Monthly Payment £109 Amount to Finance £8,531 GMFV £6,123 Tootal Payable £11,511 Annual Mileage 6,000 Duration of Agreement 37 No of Monthly Payments 36 APR 6.90% Fixed Rate 6.90% Excess Charge 8.00ppm

Stoneacre Price £21,990.01 Deposit Contribution £1,500 Customer Deposit £4,999.91 First Monthly Payment £229.66 Monthly Payment £229.66 Amount to Finance £15,490.10 Total o Payable £21,990.01 Annual Mileage 8,000 Duration of Agreement 36 No of Monthly Payments 35 0.00% APR 0.00% Fixed Rate Excess Charge 6.00ppm

Personal Contract Hire Initial Rental £199.15 Monthly Payment £199.15 Profile 1+47 Duration of Agreement 48 Annual Mileage 8,000 Excess Charge 10.08ppm

Personal Contract Hire Initial Rental £339.52 Monthly Payment £339.52 Profile 1+47 Duration of Agreement 48 Annual Mileage 8,000 Excess Charge 10.08ppm

Honda/Mitsubishi: Tapton Tapton Lock, Lockoford Lane, Chesterfield S41 7JB. 641135 TELEPHONE: 01246 641135 185 Archer Road, Honda Sheffield: 185 Sheffield S8 0JX. 2051905 TELEPHONE: 0114 2051905

Opening Hours: Monday - Friday Friday 9.00am to 7.00pm, Saturday Saturday 9.00am to 5.00pm, Sunday 10.30am to 4.30pm

Abarth 595 Finance Example

Stoneacre Price £16,130.02 Deposit Contribution £750 Customer Deposit £1,899.99 First Monthly Payment £189.99 Monthly Payment £189.99 Amount to Finance £13,480.03 GMFV £6,934 Interest Payable £2,373.50 Total o Payable £18,513.52 Annual Mileage 5,000 Duration of Agreement 48 No of Monthly Payments 47 APR 5.90% Fixed Rate 5.91% Excess Charge 6.00ppm

All offers subject to terms and conditions and are as part of a Stoneacre finance plan. Finance provided subject to status, written details available on request. Models shown are for illustration purposes only. Ask for details. Cars may be in group stock. Stoneacre operate as an Independent finance Introducer from a panel of lenders. Stoneacre do not charge a fee for introduction to a finance provider however we may or may not receive a commission. Offers correct at time of going to press, but may be subject to change. Subject to Your status, e le, the terms of the if after signing the Purchase Order You sign a Finance Agreement with a Finance Company inn relation to the Vehic Finance Agreement will replace this Supplier Agreement. The standard terms of the Finance Agreement will be stated on the Finance Agreement form that Yoou will be aske asked to sign. Decidebloom Ltd t/a Stoneacre, Omega Boulevard, Capitol Park, Thorne, DN8 5TX, is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Our FCA number is 308726. You can verify this by visiting the FCA website or by contacting the FCA on 0854 606 9966. ^Price Promise: Deal to be based on an identical car (age,mileage, colour, make, model and condition) at a competitor dealer. Quote needs to be valid within 7 days. Ask for details.

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AUTOMOTIVE

The Area’s Best Prices... ...We Won’t Be Beaten!

WE BUY CARS FOR CASH CALL US ANYTIME FOR A VALUATION OVER THE PHONE 0114 446 9190

for low mileage cars we can normally give more than any online quote

07970 276 862 0114 242 3054

DIXONS SKIPS

OPEN 6 DAYS

FREE COLLECTION • INSTANT CASH NO ADMIN FEES • NO FUSS

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GARDEN CENTRE

Bents Green

nurseries ...your local nursery

From Ringinglow Road, turn opposite the ‘Hammer & Pincers’ up Muskoka Drive, take 2nd left into Muskoka Avenue to end of cul-de-sac

For a selection of Plug Plants and an even larger selection of summer bedding, perennials, herbs & vegetable plants.

Ready made baskets & tubs, or why not let us fill your own?

Home & business premises catered for. Please ask for quotation.

We also provide a full Landscape and Maintenance service for over 35 years of experience.

National Garden Gift Vouchers available – an ideal gift for all occasions.

Closed Mondays except bank holidays.

Telephone 0114 230 4101 ...........well worth a visit.

VAN HIRE & SALES EXCELLENT VEHICLES AT COST EFFECTIVE PRICES COURIER VANS • SMALL VANS SINGLE & DOUBLE CABS MEDIUM VANS • BOXER VANS LARGE VANS • PICK UPS 6 SEATER WITH TOOL SPACE

MOT SERVICE & REPAIRS

CALL NOW O114

261 0522

The Mill Race, 346 Brightside Lane, Sheffield, S9 2SP

www.afpvanhiresheffield.com

VETERINARY SERVICES

Welcome to Ark Vets 2 Home We, at ARK VETS, recognise that it’s not always easy to get your loved pet out to our fully equipped facilities, for reasons such as: You are without transport You have mobility issues You are a carer or have children to mind Your pet hates travel or is a nervous patient You have multiple animals Or you’re just looking for more availability and convenience.

Well... the answer is simple!

from only

BRING ARK TO YOUR DOOR

£29.95

Home visits available during normal daytime working hours only (contact the surgery for further information and booking)

“Because, not just any vet will do”

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Ser vices we of fer include: •Vaccinations •Rout o ine Health Check •Consult Consu ations For Ill Pe •Medica ed edication Checks •End End O Of Life Care Ideall for nerv ner ou ous pets, s, multi p pet households and anspor t people le who struggle with tr t an anspo Home e visits are £55, plus the cost of any treatme eatments

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Annual Health Check and Booster Vaccination Six month Health Check Year round flea/worm prevention & lungworm treatment Exclusive discounts on selected products and services Economy and Ultimate plans available

Killamarsh: 01142 470828 Dronfield: 01246 415270

www.arkvetsheffield.co.uk

Gold standard pet care brought to your front door

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Advantage Classic

Directors: J.A. Wakerley B.V.Sc., M.R.C.V.S. I.S. Lowe BVet Med. GPCert (ExAP). M.R.C.V.S.

VETERINARY SERVICES

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Why not sign up for Ark

07727 452146 452146 07727 www.themobilevetcompany.co.uk www .themobilevetcompany.co.uk

FUNERAL DIRECTORS

FUNERAL DIRECTORS

PEACE FUNERALS FAMILY OWNED AND INDEPENDENT FUNERAL DIRECTORS

All Standard Funeral Services: Religious & Humanist Funeral Services, Traditional Coffins, Cremations & Burials, Hearse & Limousines, Chapel of Rest.

Members of the Independent Funeral Directors Society

Award Winners from The Natural Death Centre ‘Best Funeral Director in the UK’

Low Cost Options: Direct/ Unattended Funeral from £995

Wider Choices Including:

(+ disbursement costs)

Semi- & Non - Religious Ceremonies, Willow (basket work), Wool, Fairtrade & Cardboard Coffins, Woodland Burials, Horse Drawn Carriages & Drays, Motorcycle Hearses and many more choices.

Simple Cremation, Traditional Burial & Woodland Burial from £1155 (+ disbursement costs)

- Personalised Pre-Paid Funeral Plans Recommended in the Good Funeral Guide

Suppliers of Fair Trade Coffins

For full price information, and to see the full range of our extensive services, please call or visit our website - all our price information is here: www.peacefunerals.co.uk

North Sheffield 363 Halifax Road, Sheffield, S6 1AF

Tel: 0114 233 0563

South Sheffield Gleadless Mount, Sheffield, S12 2LN

www.peacefunerals.co.uk

Tel: 0114 253 0505

Wm. Simpson & Son Independent Family Owned Funeral Directors W Simpson & Son have been serving Sheffield and the surrounding areas for over 80 years.

Our dedicated, professional and experienced staff are available to help in your time of need.

103 Fitzwalter Road, Sheffield, S2 2SP T: 0114 2723928 E: advice@wsimpsonandson.co.uk F: 0114 2755232

CRAFTSMAN OF EXCELLENCE DESIGNERS & MAKERS OF BESPOKE FURNITURE ESTABLISHED 39 YEARS.

DAVID J. MARTIN 210 Springvale Road, Walkley, Sheffield S6 3NU Monday to Friday 8am - 5.00pm, Saturday by appointment only Telephone: 0114 268 6718 www.david-j-martin.co.uk

MAKERS OF BESPOKE KITCHENS, BEDROOMS, BATHROOMS, OFFICES & STUDIES AND ANY INDIVIDUAL ITEM OF FURNITURE. BEAUTIFUL WOODWORK DESIGNED TO LAST. FULL CONSULTATIONS. FULL PROJECT MANAGEMENT UNDERTAKEN.

DAVID J. MARTIN 210 Springvale Road, Walkley, Sheffield S6 3NU Monday to Friday 8am - 5.00pm, Saturday by appointment only Telephone: 0114 268 6718 www.david-j-martin.co.uk