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DONCASTER COUNCIL APPROVE QUALITY STREETS IMPROVEMENTS Doncaster Council’s vision to rejuvenate two key streets in the town centre into vibrant areas has been approved

by Cabinet. The £2 million Quality Streets scheme will see significant improvements made to Hall Gate and Silver Street.

The proposed changes will see Hall Gate transformed into a pedestrian friendly area. The road will be narrowed to make it one way to all traffic and the pavements will be upgraded and made wider. This will create more outside space for businesses to have alfresco areas.

Bus stops will be

improved, dedicated cycle lanes installed and existing parking bays removed.

Silver Street will become a fully pedestrian area with the street closed to all traffic and loading bays and the taxi rank removed.

This will have great benefits for businesses allowing them to create alfresco areas and visitors and residents will be able to enjoy the space and new attractions free from traffic. The proposal also includes introducing unique lighting to help build vibrancy to the area.

The lighting will be themed for different events such as the

Tour de Yorkshire or St Leger and this will help to create a real buzz in the town centre.

The proposals will not only bring vibrancy to the area but it is anticipated the development will bring new employment opportunities and inward investment to Doncaster.

The redevelopment of Hall Gate and Silver Street will help turn this area into the Innovation Quarter which was detailed in the Urban Centre Masterplan.

The scheme will be funded by the council and is seeking another £1.35million from

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the Sheffield City Region Growth Fund (SCRIF).

Cllr Bill Mordue, Cabinet Member for Business, Skills and Economic Development, said: “The proposals for Hall Gate and Silver Street will help rejuvenate the area and help businesses diversify their offer. This is another example of the Urban Centre Masterplan coming to fruition, showing that Doncaster is moving in the right direction and delivering on its ambitious regeneration plans.

“Currently on Silver Street, one side of the road houses bars and

night clubs and the other side eateries.

This creates a conflict between pedestrians and traffic, as people move from one side of the road to the other.

By pedestrianising this area we will remove this barrier making the area safer and at the same time we will bring a real vibrancy into this part of the town centre.

“We are currently speaking to all the businesses situated on Hall Gate and Silver Street, to gather their views about the proposals.

We have also spoken to taxi drivers and seeking residents’ views that live in accommodation on

these streets. The feedback we have received so far has been positive and they are in favour

of the changes. We anticipate that works will begin in late summer.”

For more details about the Quality Streets scheme visit: www.doncaster.gov. uk/qualitystreets

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COUNCIL ANNOUNCE INVESTMENT TO IMPROVE LOCAL AIR QUALITY Sheffield and Rotherham Councils this week announced record new levels of investment in tackling air pollution. £2m will be invested from the “Early Measure Fund”.

The successful bid will start to fund a package of ‘Early Measures’ to meet the ambitious standards set out in Sheffield’s Air Quality Strategy.

Councillor Jack Scott, Cabinet Member for Transport and Sustainability said, “I’m delighted we are working with our

partners in Rotherham and making this record investment in cleaner, safer air. The investment we are making mean we will be able to make big progress in specific areas and tackle air pollution much more effectively.

“This huge investment in the week that we launched our Green City Strategy, shows that Sheffield City Council is committed to tackling this dangerous air, especially as it comes on top of our £1.9m investment in 115 cleaner, greener buses

we announced month.

“Sheffield Council has always believed that dangerous, polluted air is a public health crisis in this country, which is why we supplied evidence that persuaded the High Court to rule the government’s plans were unlawful and inadequate.

“So whilst I’m pleased the Government has assisted with this project, there is still so much further for them to go if British people are to have the clean air they are entitled to.

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“I will now ensure we use this investment to deliver the best solution for people in Sheffield. But the bottom line is we need the government to go much further in matching our commitment and at the moment they are falling far short.”

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trial, junction signal improvements to tackle known congestion issues and funding for public engagement and campaigns, building on the existing Air Aware Sheffield campaign. The cleaner air from reduced exhaust emissions will be further enhanced by reduced traffic levels from more drivers on buses, cycles and other sustainable transport.

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ICONIC SHEFFIELD CLUB BRAND GATECRASHER ROARS IN THE ARENA

Gatecrasher are excited to announce that on Saturday 20th October they’ll be taking over Sheffield’s FlyDSA Arena to kick start the monumental 25th birthday celebrations with their huge Gatecrasher Classical event, celebrating a quarter of a century of a global brand that defined a generation as you’ve never heard before.

Tickets are priced from £39.76 to £75.60 including booking fee and go on general sale at 10am on Thursday 29th March available online at www. flydsaarena.co.uk by phone on 0114 256 56 56 or in person at the Arena Box Office.

As a world conquering global brand, which became infamous in the days of the Republic nightclub in Sheffield, Gatecrasher’s 25 year history has witnessed countless unforgettable experiences which have become emblazoned in the hearts & souls of clubbers worldwide. From the Millennium Don Valley NYE event, the NEC arena shows, Tiesto at Nottingham ICE Arena, the 14th birthday Magna and Gatecrasher’s 20th birthday event at Donnington park. The ambitious 25th birthday event, set at Sheffield’s very own FlyDSA Arena, will see Gatecrasher breaking with tradition; hosting the brand new Classical event featuring some of the

biggest dance tracks as you have never heard before, and creating new history; delivering a Gatecrasher arena show, never witnessed before.

Bigger, Better, Bass boosted business is on the agenda for the 25th birthday, with the scale of the impressive new venue seeing Gatecrasher push the boundaries in terms of production. Expect Spectacular & More! Full show details have yet to be announced but Gatecrasher are planning to make the new classical show, which have already become some of the most revered experiences in Gatecrasher history, even bigger whilst retaining the feel and atmosphere of the previous sell out events.

Plans involve a more diverse and larger 50 piece Gatecrasher Orchestra playing with the backdrop 30 piece choir performing some of the biggest dance tracks as you’ve never heard them before. As part of their 25th birthday celebrations, you’ll be guaranteed Gatecrasher will be pulling out all the stops, for what will be an un-missable unique celebration of dance music culture.

Simon Raine, Gatecrasher commented “We have ambitious plans for our 25th anniversary and the scale & size of the Sheffield FlyDSA Arena will accommodate plans that have been 25 years in the making!! Gatecrasher is all about pushing boundaries, and the plans afoot will see us create an un-missable experience to celebrate our 25 year history for both our loyal faithful fans and new followers alike. The stage show will be bigger and feature all the whistles and bells we have become synonymous with over the years...... Expect Spectacular Everything and More”.

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THIS WEEK In the News 30/3/1981

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President Ronald Reagan is shot in the chest outside a Washington, D.C., hotel by John Hinckley, Jr. The Eiffel Tower is officially opened.

Adolf Hitler is sentenced to five years in jail for his participation in the “Beer Hall Putsch”.

The ill fated RMS Titanic begins sea trials.

Edward the Confessor is crowned King The Beatles occupy the top five positions on the Billboard Hot 100 pop chart.

Winston Churchill resigns as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

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The city of Detroit is known by which nickname?

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The Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, which has the longest central span of any suspension bridge in the world, links which two of Japan’s main islands?

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A septennial event happens how often?

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Ascorbic acid is the name for which vitamin?

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In Peter and the Wolf, which character is represented by the Bassoon? a) Wolf b) Grandfather c) Duck

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What is the normal lifespan of an Asian Elephant? a) 35 50 yrs b) 55-70yrs c) 75-90yrs

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Be sure to say hello to walkabouts Hopalot as part of the Hoppy Easter event in All Saints' Square (31 March) or for a chance to make Easter chicks and bunnies, look no further than Clifton Park Museum on March 27.

Rotherham Markets have some fun activities and mascots to keep you entertained on March 30 and 31, and Riverside Children’s Library is offering a morning of fun crafts and activities on March 27.

Clifton Park will host a Family Easter Fair from Little Wolf Events on April 1 and 2. Or enjoy a trip to Rotherham Civic Theatre on Monday 26 March to see Easter Bunny’s Eggs Factor!

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Chances are you’re going to take your worldly interactions and responsibilities incredibly seriously at this time. For example, this may be the moment that you apply for a big job, or speak to a line manager about your future prospects. You may even consider investing in property. Call for more...

It’s going to be important not to jump to conclusions, especially if someone seems off hand or unhelpful. With your ruler travelling into a deeper, more psychological part of your situation, your understanding can also evolve. Positive news around a home or property matter can also emerge. Call for more...

If you feel trapped by any situation, this could be a week that ferments some frustrations in you. It also can be a time when you finally find your voice about the values and views that you’ve been evolving, and find yourself keener to speak up. By the week’s end, you can feel more settled. Call for more...

Tension can be a factor this week, perhaps above all else, because you may try to be too virtuous and try to pack in too much. If you can create a plan which is achievable, do, it will help to avoid building up pressure. In general, you may find yourself quite strident about your opinions.

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Your ruler Mercury is challenged by both Mars and Saturn this week, suggesting your hopes around one situation may need to be balanced against the financial elements of your circumstances, or anyone else you’re closely involved with. Your love life can also give you food for thought. Call for more...

Whatever your circumstances, this is a good week to try to find ways to be as disciplined as possible about resources. And yet there may be part of you Archer, that wants to be defiant about this and do as you wish.

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The Sun and Mercury remain in the part of your horoscope to do with success, your worldly aspirations and responsibilities of all kinds. But it’s the relationships that you have with the people you interact with which are going to be so important just now. Patience will be key. Call for more...

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Sheffielders star in stop smoking campaign Two Sheffield men are the face of a new campaign that aims to highlight even more reasons to quit smoking.

Despite it being well known that smoking can cause cancer and heart disease, this still does not convince everyone to quit. That is why Paul and Mohammad are hoping to persuade others to join them in quitting by focusing on some of the other health impacts of smoking, such as gum disease and yellow teeth, low energy due to a lack of oxygen, and the effects on senses like taste and smell.

The campaign is being launched by Smokefree Sheffield, which has been developed to tackle smoking in our communities, bringing together people with a shared goal of reducing the numbers of smokers in the city.

A range of partners including Sheffield City Council, hospitals and local quitting services are working together to achieve a smokefree generation by 2025 and improve the health of the local population.

Retired Paul Smith, from Netherthorpe, and security worker Mohammad Akram, who lives in Fir Vale, feature in the campaign aimed at routine and manual workers, who represent one of the largest groups of smokers in the city.

Both men were longtime tobacco users until recently before quitting with the

support of Yorkshire Smokefree Sheffield – with Paul having smoked for over 60 years.

Paul said: “Cancer, heart and lung disease are often mentioned when we talk about smoking, but I think it is important know that smoking can affect you in more ways than you think.

“Not long ago I was smoking 20 cigars a day and I never thought about the impact on my gums or my teeth until the damage was done. Suddenly, I hated looking in the mirror every morning and seeing the state of my teeth and receding gums.

“Quitting back in October also brought back my sense of smell and taste, meaning I could enjoy my food again, so there were plenty of incentives for me to stop.”

Mohammad said: “Smoking left my teeth yellow, and gums black. It also left me feeling tired, drained and lethargic.

“Since quitting, I have a lot more strength and energy, and with 4 kids to keep up with, it was such an important reason for me to get smokefree.”

Greg Fell, Director of Public Health at Sheffield City Council, said: “Through Smokefree Sheffield and local stop smoking services, we are helping as many people as possible to quit for good.

“This new campaign focuses on some of the other reasons to quit that can have a real

impact on people’s lives. When we talked to local people, they told us that highlighting the effects of smoking that affect their appearance, such as gum disease, would motivate them to get support, just like Paul and Mohammad.”

Cllr Mary Lea, Cabinet Member for Culture, Parks and Leisure, said: “Smokefree Sheffield is helping to raise awareness of all the reasons to stop smoking and all the local services that can offer advice and practical support.

“You’re four times more likely to quit with the support of a stop smoking service and using stop smoking medication.

Regardless of when you started or how often you smoke now, there are many services across Sheffield that can help you on your smokefree journey.”

Smokefree Sheffield recently announced its support for Yorkshire Cancer Research and Breathe 2025’s position on e-cigarettes. They advise smokers who cannot or do not want to stop smoking to completely switch to vaping, following research from Public Health England that shows e-cigarettes are a significantly safer alternative to smoking tobacco.

For more information, visit www.smokefreesheffield. org or contact Yorkshire Smokefree Sheffield on 0330 660 116 (free from most mobiles).

Paul Smith, from Netherthorpe, Sheffield

Mohammad Akram from Fir Vale, Sheffield

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Mohammad’s Story

Smokefree in Sheffield and the team talked me though the different Why did I want to stop? I could options available to me. I opted tell my health was deteriorating. to use Champix to help me stop I wanted to be well for my family, gradually and I feel this, combined for my children and my friends. I with the weekly support meetings was also concerned by the amount and carbon monoxide readings has of money it was costing me to really helped me. I am proud to say smoke.

I am now a NON SMOKER and I I got in touch with Yorkshire encourage everyone to stop smoking with the help of the NHS. Well done Mohammad! Your Yorkshire Smokefree advisors in Sheffield are all thrilled that you are now an ex-smoker. Keep up the good work!

The Quit Shop can be found in The Moor Market in Sheffied City Centre and provides friendly advice plus support, including nicotine replacement therapy and more.

If you wish to join in on Mohammad’s success contact Yorkshire Smokefree today on 0114 3216149 and have a chat about how we can help you.

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LOOK AFTER YOUR BACK - TOP TIPS TO AVOID PROBLEMS What’s causing your back pain? Here are 8 common triggers!

It could all be down to a little muscle you’ve probably never heard of - the psoas.

Putting up with twinges or aches in our backs seems to just be part of life for many people. Back pain is very common, around one in three of us get it every year, with the lower back being the most affected.

While many people resort to overthe-counter painkillers, or a trip to the chiropractor when the pain becomes unmanageable, it’s important to understand the causes rather than just treat the symptoms.

People will treat the pain rather than the problem and it’s rare that people act upon it straight away. They say, ‘It will pass, it will pass.’ When it doesn’t – two, three, four weeks later – that’s when they start to take some action. But at that point, there’s already damage.

Here are some of the common issues which often lead to back problems.

developing at some point: Your age What causes your back pain often depends upon your age, and as people get older, the pain tends to become more severe. A young person usually has pain caused by a joint, or they’ll have pulled a muscle, while an older person in their mid-50s or early 60s will be more likely to have a disc that’s degenerated. And eventually, later on in life, because the spine has no more suspension, it becomes a boney pain. Like a toothache you feel inside your spine.

Discs, not muscles It’s actually really rare that it’s just muscles, unless it’s a young person.

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the pain starts, it doesn’t go away. At this point there’s a lot of damage that has already happened. The outer third of the discs is the only part where you’ll feel pain - you could have cracks in the inner part of the disc and not feel it. So pain is not necessarily a good indicator.

Long hours spent sitting In the inner part each of the discs in our spine there’s liquid made up of water and a substance called proteoglycan. This is the food for the cartilage. Little cells in the end plates secrete the liquid but they’ll only be activated if there’s movement between the vertebrae. So therefore, if someone is sitting down on a chair for eight hours a day, the body will not feel the need to secrete the liquid into the discs – the discs will starve themselves.

The body will adapt to make the cartilage weaker, because it doesn’t need to be strong because it doesn’t move much.

Then when a person moves more on the weekend, and does something active like gardening, it puts them at risk of injury because they now have weaker discs – that’s why moving enough, all the time, is so important.

A bad seated posture When somebody sits, they need to have a As the Easter weekend approaches and good lumbar curve (an inward curve in the the nation gets ready to delve into some lower back). If someone sits down at their DIY, NICEIC is urging enthusiastic desk and they slouch, then that curves homeowners to steer clear of electrics – disappears, their spine becomes straighter or risk potentially putting their homes and they absorb less shock when they get and families in grave danger. up and move about. Sit at the back of the Typically dubbed the start of the new chair, and make sure you’ve got a good DIY season, it is expected that millions lumbar support in the chair, so you can of homeowners across Britain will dust stick your bum out a bit. off the tools and get stuck into jobs that Your period they wouldn’t usually have time to do When a woman has a period, a layer of over this year’s Easter break. However, tissue is expelled from the body. You dabbling in DIY as opposed to calling in a professional, has been shown to come at almost have a contactive effect from the muscles to the uterus. The nerves will a cost. Research has shown that one fifth (20%) of DIY-tryers have had to call in a send a lot of energy to the uterus, and therefore there’s less energy for the back, professional when things have chartered and the muscles will feel more sore. You off course, with the average botched job costing £3,200 to fix.1 might also have a swelling of the uterus According to NICIEC, the UK’s leading area, which is almost like a mass that name for registered electricians, howstarts to push on the spine from the front, ever, it’s not just about cost but the safety instead of going outward, and that’s going implications with Easter being a prime to irritate and create inflammation to the time for electrical mishaps which can back. The back, to protect itself, tightens result in fires, serious electric shocks and, everything. Movement, stretching and in worst case scenarios, fatalities. Darren hot baths can help reduce any back pain Staniforth, NICEIC’s Technical Developduring a period. ment Manager, comments: “Easter is a Your psoas muscle isn’t strong enough great time for sprucing up the home and Not many people know about the psoas getting to grips with those odd jobs that you might not otherwise have time to do. muscle, which connects to the spine.

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“The royal wedding is a chance for communities across the country to join together and celebrate this momentous and happy occasion for our royal family and for our nation,” she said.

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MIDNIGHT

THURSDAY 5TH APRIL

SIMPLY VOCAL

SUNDAY 1ST APRIL - GREAT VOCALIST

KEVIN KITCHEN EVERY MONDAY - LADIES NIGHT & RAFFLE EVERY WEDNESDAY - TAKE YOUR PICK & TOMBOLA EVERY THURSDAY - QUIZ NIGHT FRIDAY IS MARKET DAYS IN THE CAR PARK: ANY ENQUIRIES CONTACT CLUB

GREAT LIVE ACT

FRIDAY 6TH APRIL

THE SENSATIONS

JOHN SMITH’S AND STONES BITTER - NOW ON SALE

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT EVERY WEEKEND SAT 31ST MARCH - SUPERB ENTERTAINER

LOUISE SUN 1ST APRIL - TOP VOCAL ARTIST EDDIE BROWN

BINGO EVERY WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY - 8:00PM START FUNCTION ROOM AVAILABLE FOR HIRE MONDAY TO FRIDAY - CALL 0114 249 1422

FIRTH PARK WMC FIRTH PARK WMC 56 Idsworth Road - Sheffield - S5 6UP Telephone: 0114 242 6321

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT THIS WEEKEND SATURDAY 31ST MARCH

DERREN BOLTON POPULAR SOLO PERFORMER SUNDAY 1ST APRIL

THE PATRIOTS TOP LIVE BAND

PLUS LOUNGE BINGO MONDAY WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY NIGHTS Join our facebook group Firth Park WMC 2012 Or visit our website at www.firthparkclub.com

MOTOWN KNIGHTS SUPERB BSOUL & MOTOWN DUO

SUNDAY 1ST APRIL

ADRENALINE BROTHERS TOP LIVE TRIO

SATURDAY 7TH APRIL

TOP MARX MODERN GIRL/GUY DUO

SUNDAY 8TH APRIL

SAMMY BECK SUPERB ENTERTAINER

TUES WED THURS FRI SAT SUN

SATURDAY 31ST MARCH

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TOP COMMERCIAL ROCK TRIO

SUNDAY 1ST APRIL

LOREN KENNEDY FANTASTIC ENTERTAINER SATURDAY 7TH APRIL

BINGO & SUPER 5 BALLROOM, LATIN AMERICAN & SEQUENCE DANCING

SUNDAY 8TH APRIL

BINGO & SUPER 5

CLASSY MALE ENTERTAINER

Snooker Tables Sky & BT SportsTV

2 Huge Screens showing all FOOTBALL MATCHES

Child Free Lounge

(Children are welcome in the Games Room & Concert Room)

OPEN ALL DAY SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS

AN EVENING WITH

ROB KOZLUK MICHAEL BROWN & CHRIS MORGAN Tickets £10 OR PAY ON THE DOOR

Call the Club on 0114 2426321

SUPER FUNCTION ROOM FOR HIRE* SEATS UP TO 350 RETURNABLE DEPOSIT REQUIIRED WITH BOOKING LATE BAR AVAILABLE - CALL 0114 2426321 FOR DETAILS SUPER ROOMFOR *FREEFUNCTION OF CHARGE WITH CLUB BARHIRE*

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

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FRIDAY 13TH APRIL

All You Blades Fans!

COLLEY WMC

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JONNIE HOLLIDAY

SATURDAY 14TH APRIL

MOTOWN KNIGHTS

AMAZING SOUL & MOTOWN DUO

The Best Weekend in Town!!!

WEEKLY EVENTS WEDNESDAY EVENING from 8:30pm

BINGO PLUS TOMBOLA FLYERS

EVERY FRIDAY

GREAT FAMILY FUN NIGHT

CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED

BY AN ADULT

EASTER PARTY FRI 30TH MARCH TICKET ONLY - £2 FROM CLUB (INC KIDS’ EGG) - 7PM

2 Margetson Road • Parson Cross • Sheffield S5 9LS 0114 232 1529

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Rose House Saturday 31st March

DISCO NIGHT With DJ Bruno

Saturday 28th April

LA PLATA S.C.

353-355 Walkley Lane, Sheffield, S6 2PB

PRIZE BINGO £500 ON 50 NUMBERS + JACKPOT PRIZE Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Sunday

OPEN THE BOX - BIG MONEY Every Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday Selection of Hand-Pulled Beers Available

SATURDAY 31ST MARCH

JADE MCKENZIE TOP FEMALE ARTIST SATURDAY 7TH APRIL

KARL COOPER SUPERB MALE VOCALIST Performing Live

ECLECTIC TREMENDOUS VOCAL INSTRUMENTAL DUO

316 South Rd, Sheffield S6 3TE Tel: 0114 4535753

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ALL CASK ALES FOR ONLY £3.00

THE BIG FIGHT LIVE! BE EARLY!

EVERY THURSDAY - 9PM

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FOR ONLY £1.50

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EVERY FRIDAY

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NOW SERVING

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Open: Noon - Midnight Sun - Thu • Noon - 1am - Fri & Sat

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Sheffield Rd, Barlborough S43 4TW

Phone 01246 810507 Email adrianfazakerley@icloud.com GIG GUIDE - Visit us online at www.dustymiller.co.uk Live Music • Entertainment • Carvery • Pub Food • Bed & Breakfast

6 EN SUITE BEDROOMS ADDED WITH AN OFFICIAL 3 STAR RATING FROM THE TOURIST BOARD OPEN MONDAY TO SUNDAY NOON - 11PM

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Saturday 31st March RIBEYE Amazing Live Band featuring Russ Dennett & Andy Barker

Saturday 7th April BLACKSTAR Classic Rock Band - Not To Be Missed!

Saturday 14th April

ACOUSTIC ANGELS

Tickets £6.50 - £7.50 OTD

Saturday 21st April

GOODFELLAS Doncaster’s premier band playing all the greatest hits through the decades!

EVERY THURSDAY!

EVERY THURSDAY WE HAVE RESIDENT ROCK ‘N’ ROLL BAND

PAST MASTERS

PLAYING ALL THE HITS FROM THE 50S AND 60S - PLUS! A QUIZ AND BUFFET AT THE INTERVAL.

EVERY WEDNESDAY Tea Time onwards LAUNCH NIGHT 28TH MARCH FREE HOT SANDWICHES ON OPENING NIGHT!

JOIN US FACEBOOK AT ‘Dusty Miller Inn Motorcycle Meeting’ NEW REFURBISHMENT COMING SOON! WATCH THIS SPACE FOR DETAILS

CROOKES SOCIAL CLUB LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

WHAT’S ON MONDAY

Saturday 31st March In The Concert Room

COYOTE

• ON BROADWAY DANCE CLASS • JUNIOR ACADEMY OF SELF DEFENCE • POOL LEAGUE • BINGO

GREAT LIVE ROCKERS Sunday 1st April

JOHN WILL

In The Lounge

Saturday 7th April

In The Lounge

TUESDAY

• ZUMBA • WEIGHT WATCHERS • DARTS LEAGUE • BINGO

SENSATIONAL VOCALIST

MIDTOWN

WEDNESDAY • BLITZ JIVE • ACADEMY OF SELF DEFENCE • BINGO

THURSDAY

SUPERB ACT

Sunday 8th April

• BLITZ JIVE

FRIDAY

In The Lounge

ROBERT CRAIG

• BINGO & QUIZ NIGHT

SUNDAY

TREMENDOUS SOLO ARTIST Find us on

• LUNCHTIME BINGO • BINGO & QUIZ NIGHT

VISIT www.crookessocial.co.uk

Mulehouse Road, Crookes, S10 1TD Telephone 0114 266 0114

The New

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RICHMOND PARK ROAD • HANDSWORTH • SHEFFIELD TEL: 0114 243 0958

SATURDAY 31ST MARCH

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APRIL LOUISE KARAOKE/DISCO WITH BOB & SUE GREAT FEMALE VOCALIST

GOT AN EVENT? FUNCTION ROOM FOR HIRE Call for Details

TUESDAY & FRIDAY | FREE QUIZ & CASH PRIZES OPEN THE BOX & PLAY YOUR CARDS RIGHT

HAPPY HOUR - MON TO THURS (5PM - 7PM) SELECTED BEERS & LAGERS

NEWBOLD WMC

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SATURDAY 31ST MARCH

SATURDAY 31ST MARCH

Thirlmere Road, Newbold, Chesterfield, S41 8EJ

AMANDA HARRY

TREMENDOUS FEMALE VOCALIST SUNDAY 1ST APRIL

KIM

TOP MALE GUITAR VOCALIST SATURDAY 7TH APRIL

NEAR AS GLAM IT TOP TRIBUTE DUO

SUNDAY 8TH APRIL

REUBEN JAMES SUPERB MALE ARTIST

FUNCTION ROOM AVAILABLE For Details Contact N.M.W.C - 01246 278849

Chester Street, Chesterfield T: 01246 234200

JAMES HART GREAT SOLO VOCALIST

SATURDAY 7TH APRIL

KERRY M TOP FEMALE VOCALIST

Tuesday Night Auction - 7pm - Finish Bingo Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday

Large Function Room For Hire Holds 250 People Available for Weddings, Birthdays, Parties etc.

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Under New Management Joanne and Paul Welcome You To

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Beighton Top Club

• Manvers Road, Beighton, Sheffield S20 1AY • • NEW MANAGEMENT! • NEW COMMITTEE! •

EASTER WEEKEND ENTERTAINMENT

FRI 30th MARCH

JAMIE B

Superb Swing & Rat Pack Show!

SAT 31st MARCH

ZEE

Star Vocal Instrumental Party Duo

MON 2nd APRIL - KIDS’ EASTER PARTY

Face Painting • Easter Bonnet Competition • Disco Noon - 3pm

• Families Welcome • Bingo • 5 Numbers • Tote • • Membership Only £5 • Email: beightonclub@outlook.com

@beightonclub

FARM ROAD

E3

Sports & Social Club PRIVATE MEMBERS CLUB

Farm Road, Sheffield S2 2TP Tel: 0114 2729947 www.farmrdsocialclub.co.uk

NEW MEMBERS WELCOME STONES £2.12 TETLEYS £2.15 FOSTERS £2.25 CARLING £2.50 FRIDAY 30TH MARCH

RUSS ELLIOT

QUIZ, RAFFLES, OPEN THE BOX, STICKY 13

SATURDAY 31ST MARCH

THE SOUL MAN

SUPERB SOUL & MOTOWN ENTERTAINER

SUNDAY 1ST APRIL

ROCHELLE

TREMENDOUS FEMALE VOCALIST

EVERY THURSDAY - 8PM SEQUENCE DANCE & BINGO FUNCTION ROOM FOR HIRE CLOSE TO CITY CENTRE GREAT FOR PRE-MATCH DRINKS FOR SUFC HOME GAMES BT SPORT HD & SKY SPORTS HD BIG SCREEN

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LIVESILK THIS WEEKEND CUT SATURDAY 23RD DECEMBER FANTASTIC MALE/FEMALE DUO SATURDAY 31ST MARCH SUNDAY 24TH DECEMBER

SEASIDE RENDEZVOUS BACKBEAT BLUES BROTHERS AWARD-WINNING DUO

NEW AT THE RED LION

STARTS THURSDAY 12TH APRIL STEVE BLACK IS BACK FROM 8.30PM UNTIL CLOSING

OPEN MIC NIGHT

653 London Road Sheffield S2 4HT Tel: 0114 2555977 redlionheeley

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Welcome to...

Thursday is

SATURDAY 31ST MARCH

FRIDAY 30TH MARCH

Woodhouse Westend WOODHOUSE WESTEND WMC WMC

Holme Lane, Sheffield, S6 4J2 Tel: 0114 2348241

MONDAY QUIZ NIGHT

SEASIDE RENDEZVOUS LIVE AT WOODSEATS WMC SATURDAY 31ST MARCH TOWNGATE, HIGH BRADFIELD, SHEFFIELD, S6 6LG T: 0114 285 1207

BURGER BONANZA

149 Sheffield Road Sheffield Tel: 0114 2693 057

Monday is

BEER TOKENS FOR THE WINNER + BINGO BINGO SNOWBALL - £450 ON 53 NOS. OR LESS

WEDNESDAY MODERN SEQUENCE WEDNESDAY BINGO & SNOWBALL MODERN SEQUENCE PLUS BINGO BINGO SNOWBALL - £130 ON 51 NOS. OR LESS SATURDAY 31ST MARCH FRIDAY & SATURDAY Open All Day Sat

GRAND RE-OPENING WEEKEND EVERY SATURDAY

SUNDAY ARTIST TOP FEMALE BINGO/OPEN BOX BINGO & OPEN THE THE BOX

DISCO & KARAOKE

ALL DAY EVERY DAY

Wednesday is Friday is

FISH

PIZZA & A PINT £5.50

EVERY THURSDAY QUIZ NIGHT

FRY-DAY SUNDAY ROASTS!

BOOKING IS ADVISABLE ON ALL DAYS (Food is served Mon to Fri 11:30am - 3pm & 5pm - 9pm & all day Sat 11:30am - 9pm)

TUESDAY IS QUIZ NIGHT - Jackpot and Prizes to be won - 9.30pm Visit our website: www.theoldhorns.co.uk

NATALIE B

BINGO & OPEN THE BOX

FRIDAY BINGO - £450 ON 53 NOS. OR LESS SATURDAY BINGO - £100 ON 49 NOS. OR LESS

SPECIAL OFFERS!

Served 11:30am - 7pm

Tuesday is

LIVE AT FARM ROAD S&SC

Malin Bridge Inn

We Are Open All Day Every Day

Sunday is Carvery Day

THE SOUL MAN

EVERY SUNDAY NOON - 6PM!

LUNCHTIME BINGO - £275 ON 53 NOS. OR LESS OPEN ALL DAY SATURDAY! LUNCHTIME OPEN THE BOX EVENING BINGO - £75 ON 47 NOS. OR LESS

FRIDAY 13TH APRIL

TOP GUN LIVE ROCK BAND

SATURDAY 26TH MARCH SUNDAY

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LUNCHTIME BINGO & OPEN THE BOX EVENING BINGO

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Telephone Olly or Marian -0114 2750183 - 07956 235332 Four TOOL MAKERS Real Ales & Guest Beer!

MONDAY EVENING

POOL LEAGUE

TUESDAY & THURSDAY EVENINGS

PUB GAMES LEAGUE WEDNESDAY EVENINGS

OPEN MIC NIGHT FRIDAY EVENING

KARAOKE & DISCO come and join in!

SATURDAY 31ST MARCH

GARY PHILIPS EASTER EXTRAVAGANZA!

SATURDAY 7TH APRIL

STEVE GREY

MULTI-TRIBUTE GUITAR VOCALIST SUNDAY 1PM - 3PM

SUNDAY CARVERY

WADSLEY BRIDGE WMC

WADSLEY BRIDGE WMC THE HOME OF LIVE ENTERTAINMENT HALIFAX ROAD, WADSLEY BRIDGE, HALIFAX ROAD, WADSLEY BRIDGE, SHEFFIELD S6 1LB • TELEPHONE 0114 231 31 51

SATURDAY 31ST MARCH

THE CHEATLES

OPEN MIC & JAM SESSION All Welcome!

SOUTHEY SOCIAL CLUB Southey Green Road, Sheffield, S5 7QQ

TEL: 0114 2325768 / 0114 2311101

OPEN ALL DAY FRIDAY FRIDAY 30TH MARCH

JOHNTOPFITZPATRICK SOLO VOCALIST

TEATIME IN THE LOUNGE (5PM - 8PM) PLUS BINGO & SUPER FIVE

FRIDAY 30TH MARCH

COYOTE

LIVE IN THE CONCERT ROOM FROM 9PM SATURDAY 31ST MARCH

THE PATRIOTS SUPERB LIVE SHOW SUNDAY 1ST APRIL

HUNTER BAND TREMENDOUS LIVE BAND

JUNGLE LION

FRIDAY 6TH APRIL

SENSATIONAL LIVE SKA BAND

WE LOVE THE 90’S JUNGLE LIONS

JIM SANTANA & THE MIDNIGHT VEGAS BAND SUNDAY 8TH APRIL

FREE FUNCTION ROOM

with 3 Full Size Snooker Tables

THREE CASUAL LOUNGES

SUNDAY 8TH APRIL

JUST A GIRL SUPERB LIVE BAND NEW BEER

at Six Year Old Prices!

From £1.70 Per Pint

BINGO 6 TIMES WEEKLY

& PLAY YOUR CARDS RIGHT!

Vicky & Lesley Welcome You to...

THE BALL INN • 43 Mansfield Road • Sheffield • S12 2AG •

EVERY WEDNESDAY KILLER DARTS saturday 31st march • Top tribute craig lee - top comedy vocalist appearing as

kenneth from benidorm good friday 30th march

tuesday 3rd april

2 REAL

FREE on Tues & Thur

Come and join our club - Full Membership Just £5 per year!

SATURDAY 7TH APRIL

COMEDY VOCAL DUO

CONTACT THE CLUB ON 0114 2313151 FOR DETAILS!

GAMES ROOM

DARTS & CARDS ROOM

& FIRST TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH

Friday 27th April

JERSEY BOYS

BROTHERHOOD

LITTLE SAM LYONS TOP SOLO ARTIST

TEATIME IN THE LOUNGE (5PM - 8PM)

TICKETS £5 FROM THE CLUB

SATURDAY 7TH APRIL

DJ Entertainer easter sunday SCHOOL’S 1st april OUT!

FRIDAY 6TH APRIL

Friday 6th April

SUNDAY 1ST APRIL

ONLY £6.50 - U12s £3.50

EVERY SUNDAY 5.30PM - 9.30PM

SHEFFIELD S6 1LB TELEPHONE 0114 231 31 51

FANTASTIC TRIBUTE TO THE MUSIC OF FRANKIE VALLI & THE FOUR SEASONS TICKETS £5 FROM THE CLUB

SHEFFIELD LANE WMC

45 Hatfield House Lane, Sheffield S5 6HU

0114 2457 806

Fully Air-Conditioned Concert Room & Lounge

FRIDAY 30TH MARCH

CRASH

FANTASTIC LIVE ACT

SATURDAY 31ST MARCH

LSI

SUPERB MALE/FEMALE DUO

SUNDAY 1ST APRIL

WISH

GREAT SHOW

TUESDAY 3RD APRIL

easter monday 2nd april

KARAOKE from 4pm

dig out your school uniform & join us for music, party games &open the box! - from 3pm

LISA ASHLEY TOP SOLO ARTIST

FRIDAY 6TH APRIL

THE FLY GUYS GREAT LIVE BAND

SATURDAY 7TH APRIL

Jam Night

NEW! GUEST HOSTS WITH FREE FOOD / HAVE A GO & GET A DRINK! friday 6th april & FIRST FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH

NIGHT

OPEN MONDAY TO FRIDAY FROM 2PM • SATURDAY & SUNDAY FROM NOON

THESUPERB ELECTRIX DUO

MONDAY AFTERNOONS Sequence & Modern Dancing

NEW BEER

at Eight Year Old Prices!

From £1.70 Per Pint

CHILDREN ARE WELCOME IN THE CONCERT ROOM ON SUN LUNCHTIMES & TUE NIGHTS

Doncaster Venue Listings

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CARCROFT VILLAGE SOCIAL CLUB LTD. CHESTNUT AVENUE, CARCROFT, DN6 8AG. TEL: (01302) 722520

XFIRE

FRIDAY 30TH MARCH

SATURDAY 7TH APRIL

SENSATIONAL YOUNG VOCALIST

AMAZING GIRL-FRONTED TRIO

SUNDAY 1ST APRIL -GREAT MALE VOCALIST

SATURDAY 31ST MARCH

SATURDAY 31ST MARCH - FANTASTIC LIVE BAND

CHELSEA RADFORD

VINNI

SUNDAY 8TH APRIL

THE EDGE

BIG CITY

TREMENDOUS LIVE PARTY BAND

SATURDAY 7TH APRIL - GREAT GUITAR VOCAL DUO

TOP NORTHEAST BAND

SUNDAY 1ST APRIL

LAST STAND

FREQUENCY

TUESDAY 10TH APRIL

LIVVY & THE NOIZE

LEE LAMBERT

SUPERB GIRL-FRONTED BAND

TOP YOUNG VOCALIST

TUESDAY 3RD APRIL

FRIDAY 13TH APRIL

APHRODITE

TOP VOCALIST

GREAT SOLO ARTIST

FRIDAY6TH APRIL

SATURDAY 14TH APRIL

Every Wednesday - BINGO with ALL CASH PRIZES!

SUPERB VOCAL ENTERTAINER

SENSATIONAL ROCK BAND

SUNDAY 8TH APRIL - SENSATIONAL SOLO ARTIST

SEBASTIAN

DAN PATCHETT

SATURDAY 14TH APRIL - TRIBUTE TO THE 80’S

Last Friday of Every Month - NORTHERN SOUL & MOTOWN

WOODFIELD SOCIAL CLUB 91 Woodfield Rd, Doncaster , DN4 8HN Tel: 01302 853446

SATURDAY 31ST MARCH

COMIC BOOK HEROES

PUBS, CLUBS, HOTELS AND ALL TYPES OF COMMERCIAL WORK UNDERTAKEN

SATURDAY 31ST MARCH

TOP ROCK N’ ROLLERS SATURDAY 7TH APRIL

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THE RAIDERS

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EVERY TUESDAY

SATURDAY 7TH APRIL

Ladies Night Chair Dancing/ Burlesque

Don’t forget our £1 draw on Sunday Nights

FIRST SATURDAY IN EVERY MONTH

EVERY WEDNESDAY:

Karaoke

With The Dalton Johns Band & Guests

www.woodfieldsocial.co.uk

RICKY GRAHAM CLASSY VOCAL ENTERTAINER

COUNTRY & WESTERN EVERY MONDAY: BINGO

Off High Street, Barnby Dun, Doncaster DN3 1DS

BENTLEY WEST END Cusworth Road, Doncaster DN5 9RF Tel: 01302 876340

BACK BEAT BLUES BROTHERS

Sun 1st April

BIG CITY

Sat 7th April

SENSATIONAL TRIBUTE SHOW

TOP LIVE BAND

TAYLOR DUO

TREMENDOUS LIVE ACT

Sun 8th April

KELLY HARRISON BAND

Sat 14th April

STRYKES TWICE

FANTASTIC LIVE GROUP SUPERB DUO

Membership Available EVERY MONDAY: BINGOAnytime

Charity Concert in aid of Firefly Cancer Awareness Support

SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB

Sat 31st March

EVERY FRIDAY & SUNDAY Bingo & Play Your Cards Right

NEW! EVERY SUNDAY!

WITH NORMAN ON THE ORGAN!

SUNDAY 1ST APRIL

SUNDAY 8TH APRIL

GREAT 60’S SHOW

OPEN MIC NIGHT

Quiz Night & Play Your Cards Right

INFINITE REPEATS STAR LIVE TRIO

SATURDAY 14TH APRIL

EVERY MONDAY

LITTLE & OFTEN STAR MALE/FEMALE DUO DARREN BUSBY COUNTRY & WESTERN NIGHT

COUNTRY & WESTERN NIGHT

FULL SAMPLE RANGE

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COYOTE

& WI-FI FIND US ON FACEBOOK

PUB & CLUB SPECIALISTS

UNDERTAKEN

CHRIS LEWIS

BARNBY DUN SOCIAL CLUB

RE-UPHOLSTERY AND REPAIRS

FULL & PART REFURBS

BEEBI DELL

TUESDAY

AUCTION STARTS AT 6PM VIEWING FROM 3PM

WEDNESDAY

BINGO NIGHT FIRST HOUSE 8.50 PM FUNCTION ROOM

AVAILABLE FOR ALL OCCASIONS CALL THE CLUB FOR DETAILS!

A concert in aid of the above charity will be held at the Wheatley Working Men’s Club on Saturday, 12 May 2018.

I would like to thank all those who have given their time and expertise in organising this event. There have been a number of other events organised by numerous pubs and clubs and I wish to thank them all for their efforts.

The Firefly Cancer Awareness Support Group do magnificent work in organising transport to and from treatment centres, and I am profoundly grateful for the (hopefully) life saving treatment their service has made possible for me personally.

Also, I would like to say a special thank you to the volunteer drivers of Firefly who give their time so generously. If any other pubs or clubs wish to organise a similar charity event on behalf of the Firefly Cancer Awareness Support Group, please do not hesitate to contact me for any assistance I can give. Firefly can be contacted on 07738390541 C.Bennett Concert Secretary Wheatley Working Men’s Club 01302 360984 38 Wentworth Road Doncaster 01302 324166 or 07985482428

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SATURDAY 7TH APRIL - 8.30PM - SOFT ROCK MALE/FEMALE DUO

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FRIDAY 30TH MARCH

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PETE JONES SATURDAY 31ST MARCH

FANTASTIC GIRL-FRONTED TRIO

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7 DAY SOAPWATCH MORNINGSIDE Coronation Street Mon: Shock reverberates across the cobbles as questions are asked and crimes are uncovered.

Craig breaks news to the Platts. Sophie has an interview. David rejects Shona. Craig resumes his OCD rituals.

Wed: David visits the STI clinic. Craig’s OCD rituals are increasing. Aidan asks Angie to take a look at the factory books. Josh turns menacing towards David. Sophie doesn’t get the job.

Fri: Mary is trying to impress Jude by learning about marine life. Shona is pleased when David asks to meet her. There’s tension at the Bistro.

Will Mary and Tracy keep Jude’s secret from Angie? David tells Josh he is going to report him to the police. Gary tells Sarah that he plans to be part of his baby’s life.

Emmerdale Mon: Bob & Laurel give in to temptation.

Rebecca invites everyone round for lunch to say thank you for their recent help. Joe’s plan comes together.

Tues: Brenda has revenge on her mind. Priya is frustrated that she can’t ďŹ nd a job. Ross makes an apology.

Wed: Aaron is rocked by a blast from the past.

Bernice vents to Gabby about Rodney. Brenda makes a rash decision, and Megan makes a discovery.

Thurs: Aaron is kidnapped. Lachlan is worried about Rebecca remembering. Daz wakes up with regret. Time is running out for Aaron. Bernice fumes to realise Daz went out with Bob and Dan. Lachlan fears that his secret will come out.

Fri: Laurel faces an emotional day. Robert faces the fallout. Rebecca needs to confess.

Eastenders Mon: Bernie is concerned about Ted. Kat has a new plan for the Slaters to make some money.

Sharon’s family lunch does not go to plan.

Tues: Kat puts her plan into action. Hunter starts plotting.

Thurs: It is clear that all is not forgiven with the Slaters. Louise conďŹ des in Bex. Fri: It is the grand opening of E20. Jack persuades Honey to go to the opening.

Home & Away Mon: Ash and the River Boys pursue Robbo.

Dean recognises Colby.

Tues: Ash breaks up with Tori. Alf is back from hospital. Colby’s past secret is revealed.

Wed: Jasmine gets a threatening text. Colby pleads with Willow not to reveal his past. Roo wrestles with Alf’s revelations about her mother.

Thurs: Alf is devastated. Maggie is grateful for her family’s support.

Fri: The Astonis are thrown by Maggie’s bad reaction to chemo. Brody comforts Ziggy.

Jasmine ďŹ nds her stalker in her caravan.

Neighbours Mon: Rafael decides to return to the UK. Xanthe visits Ben. Paul tells Terese to take some leave.

Tues: Karl is told by Clive that he can keep his research job. Terese struggles to adjust to her new status.

Wed: Holly defuses the row between Karl and Susan. Amy gets drunk. Steph and Toadie reconnect.

Thurs: Elly comes to an understanding with Mark. Chloe embellishes her CV. Gary is becoming increasingly concerned about Sheila.

Fri: The Canning family pull together. Terese asks Gary to move in with her. Chloe is forced to take drastic action to keep her job.

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HOLIDAYS FOR THE SINGLE TRAVELLER NO SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENTS The Beauty of Lake Como & Lake Maggiore 7 days from only ÂŁ649p/p departures between Oct 2018 - Mar 2019

Jersey - An Island Paradise by Air 6 days from only ÂŁ499p/p departures between Mar 2018 - Mar 2019 Heart of Ireland & Dublin - 6 days days from only ÂŁ639 p/p departues between Aug 2018 - 2019 Alsace, Luxembourg & Trier - 5 days from only ÂŁ599p/p departures between Jun 2018 - Jun 2019 Delights of Valkenburg & The Rhine Valley 5 days from only ÂŁ519p/p departures between Oct 2018 - Mar 2019 Spectacular Spain - 9 days from only ÂŁ999p/p departs between Oct 2018 - Jun 2019 or by Air 7 days from only ÂŁ1049p/p similar dates Dolomite Mountains & Lake Garda - 9 days from only ÂŁ1089p/p departures between Sep 2018 - Jun 2019

REMARKABLE RAIL JOURNEYS (BASED ON TWO SHARING) Little Trains of the Spectacular Austrian Tyrol 9-12 days from only ÂŁ689p/p departures between May 18 - Jun 19 The Beauty of Lake Como & Lake Maggiore (All Inclusive) 7-9 days from only ÂŁ589 p/p departures between Mar 18 - Jun 19 Summertime Alpine Highlights & Swiss Mountain Railways - 9 days from only ÂŁ1099 p/p departures between Jun 18 - Jun 19 Brussels Christmas Market by Eurostar 4 days from only ÂŁ339p/p departure Nov 18 Highlights of Moscow & St Petersburg by Air & Rail - 8days from only ÂŁ1299 p/p departures between Sep18 - May 19 Contact us now to confirm your reservation low deposit but hurry these holidays will disappear quickly!!!

Local Pick up Points. All costings correct at time of print and are subject to change.

Tel: 0114 2448556 620 Attercliffe Road, ShefďŹ eld S9 3QS

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The Region’s Largest Holiday Classifieds Section

CARAVAN FOR SALE

MERCURYHOLIDAYS SCARBOROUGH

The Ascot Guest House Scarborough

All Rooms En-Suite, Tea and Coffee Making Facilities, Colour TV, FREE Wi-Fi, Hair Dryers and Smoking Rooms Available

£24

Per Person Per Night Central Position Opposite Station Now Booking 2017!

Tel: 01723 364 963 BRIDLINGTON

THE OLD MILL CARAVAN PARK

NO DOGS - ADULTS ONLY A-LEVEL IMMACULATE SMALL FAMILY RUN SITE SET IN RURAL EAST YORKSHIRE TOURERS £22.50 PER NIGHT Including Electric

SEASONAL £1390 Including Storage

The Old Mill Caravan Park, Newsham Hill Lane, Bempton, Near Bridlington, E. Yorks YO16 6XE

CALL 01262 673 565 WWW.OLDMILLCARAVANPARK.CO.UK

Taking Bookings for 2018?

Call The Mercury NOW to advertise your hotel, caravan, chalet, coach, minibus & a whole lot more!

Telephone 0114 276 3633 GREAT YARMOUTH

2018 Stairlift to First Floor

WINTER OFFERS FROM £25PPPN CONTRACTORS WELCOME £20 pppn (room only)

New Trend Holiday Park SKEGNESS

NEW TREND HOLIDAY PARK LIES SIX MILES NORTH OF SKEGNESS, WE ARE NESTLED IN THE RESIDENTIAL HEART OF THE VILLAGE

CHALETS FOR SALE FROM ONLY £7000 The site was established in 1961 and consists of 123 detached cedar wood chalets built to accomodate four to six persons. Each Chalet has a lounge, 2 bedrooms, fully equipped kitchen and shower/bathroom and toilet.

www.newtrendholidaypark.com

£160 p/w off season Pets welcome

For free colour brochure

Call Duncan 01493730238 www.duncanfoleyholidays.com

BLACKPOOL

SPRING BREAKS 3 NIGHTS FROM only £105

including Full English Breakfast & Evening Meal

SKEGNESS

01754 767711

Fully Equipped seafront holiday flat, sleeps 2-4, some with sea views, all flats with en-suite facilities, free off-road parking, LCD TV/DVD player, various dates available.

Ground Floor Available, Well behaved pets allowed.

FREE WI-FI. www.newnesholidayflats.co.uk WEEKS FROM ONLY £150 SHORT EARLY SEASON PRICES FROM £75

TELEPHONE 01754 766609 CHAPEL ST. LEONARDS Golden Palm Site

7 CARAVANS AVAILABLE 2 PET FRIENDLY

Clean, Comfy, brick chalets Double Glazing, close to Beach Amusements and amenities

• Situated on Skegness Sea Front • • Sea View Rooms Available • • Ground Floor Rooms Available •

3 Nights B&B From Only £75

New Trend Holiday Park, Ancaster Avenue, Chapel St. Leonards, Skegness PE24 5SS

(1 of 9 on Golden Palm Site), 2009, club, swimming pool on site

HEMSBY, GREAT YARMOUTH

South Parade, Skegness PE25 3HP

TELEPHONE: 01754 872722

8 Berth Caravan

SEADELL CHALET PARK

The Palm Court

BREAKS FROM £110 (Min 2 Nights)

UP TO £470

Per Week Peak Season £50 DEPOSIT SECURES - NOW BOOKING ALL 2017

Tel 0115 9133974 / 07973784396 swiftcaravans@gmail.com

More details can be found at

www.swiftcaravanbreaks.com

KINGFISHER

SITE

6 & 8 Berth Caravans at Kingfisher Fantasy Island to let, both with decking and Mod Cons.

Shops & Children’s park on-site, close to amusements and Ingoldmells Market.

DIFFERENT RATES APPLY DEPENDING ON MONTH

WWW.PALMCOURTSKEGNESS.COM

INGOLDMELLS

6 & 8 Berth Caravans VERY CLEAN, FULL FACILITIES CLOSE TO ALL AMENITIES, SHOPS AND BEACH 3, 5, 7 NIGHT BREAKS AVAILABLE

CAMPSITE FACING FANTASY ISLAND

07875 729899

NOW TAKING BOOKINGS FOR SUMMER

INGOLDMELLS

WINTER WEEKEND SPECIAL

Bed & Breakfast Only £25 PPPN

ALL ROOMS EN-SUITE, WITH PARKING, BAR & FREE WIFI LIMITED AVAILABILITY FOR EASTER

WWW.BELMONTHOTELS.COM

EASY PAYMENT SCHEME AVAILABLE

PLEASE CALL/TEXT 07701 096015

READY TO MOVE INTO

REDUCED TO ONLY £28,950.00 MUST BE SEEN

12-month site plus SITE FEES PAID UNTIL 2019 Located at a private, quiet site at Bridlington North Bay. Five minutes from Sea Front.

Telephone: 0114 258 3282

dorothychadburn@hotmail.co.uk

BRIDLINGTON

TWO LUXURY COTTAGES THREE CHALETS (Three Bedrooms) at

South Shore Holiday Village

Self Catering Sleep 2-6 TEL:07714 154450 CORNWALL

PORTHLEVEN

STILL AVAILABLE FOR SUMMER HOLIDAYS

CORNWALL

Sorry No Pets

Fisherman’s Cottages

Please Call 01623 812806 or 07974 531256

LOG FIRES • PETS WELCOME Two minutes from beaches/coastal paths

FROM £295 PER WEEK

LINCOLNSHIRE

HOLIDAY HOMES INGOLDMELLS

FOR SALE

Near Fantasy Island and Butlins 6 Berth Caravans to let, full equipped with toilet, shower, microwave, hot and cold water, tv with Freeview, free Gas & Electric and pet Friendly

£30 deposit per week £250 to £400pw inclusive

07900 083 558 - 07774 586493

NO TEXTs 0121 308 3879 EAST COAST FOR SALE

LINCOLNSHIRE’S MOST POPULAR HOLIDAY RESORT

FOR SALE Sited on Seaview Site,

FOR MORE INFORMATION EMAIL Joshua.Clarke@Parkdean-Resorts.com

3 BEDROOM STATIC CARAVAN ONLY £6500

Golf Course, Fishing Lakes, Pet Friendly, Live Entertainment HOLIDAY HOMES FROM £12,995

TELEPHONE: 01754 764120

Payment Options Available

129, DRUMMOND ROAD, SKEGNESS PE25 3DW

(T&Cs Apply)

Website: www.white-lodge.co.uk

BREAK THE COST DOWN

• Prices from £275 per week • Also Weekend and Short Break Rates (subject to availability)

TEL: 07944 534034 OR 0115 9282169

WHITE LODGE GUEST HOUSE SKEGNESS 4 STAR (Visit England)

WITH ALL CONTENTS including Flat Screen Smart TV and DVD Player.

in a Central Location

6/8 berth caravans to let, near Fantasy Island, shops, beach & much more.

SEAVIEW SITE • Excellent 6 Berth Caravan

CALL FOR DETAILS OF SPECIAL OFFERS!

SMOKING/ NON SMOKING ROOMS AVAILABLE

INGOLDMELLS

Private Sale Six Berth, En Suite, Underfloor Trace Heating, Central Heating, Double Glazed, New Cream uPVC Decking, Feature Lighting.

Deposits from 10%

Ingoldmells

Site fees paid 2018

CALL 01623 812262 For more information

Within easy walking distance of some excellent eating places/pubs, including Rick Stein’s latest fish restaurant

TEL: 01209 860410 Kernow agas dynargh! - Cornwall Welcomes You!

NORTH YORKSHIRE

STATION HOUSE Converted railway station on former Scarborough to Whitby Line

En-Suite Bed & Breakfast in Old Station Buildings Also self-catering accommodation in The Old Goods Shed or in OSCAR, our converted Mk.1 railway carriage

TEL: 01723 870896 clougtonstation@yahoo.co.uk www.cloughtonstation.co.uk

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HOLIDAY PARKS

FROM £6,995 TO £79,995 WITH SITE FEES PAID TO MARCH 2019

5 MINUTES FROM MABLETHORPE Set in tucked away grounds offering a relaxing & peaceful haven.

2 fishing lakes Dogs welcome. Various accommodation options.

COTTAGES, CARAVANS & 5 STAR LODGES FOR SHORT BREAKS & HOLIDAYS FOR TOURING SPECIAL OFFERS SEE WEBSITE www.willowsholidaypark.co.uk

BROCHURE AVAILABLE

Grange Farm, Maltby-Le-Marsh Alford, Lincolnshire LN13 0JP

Tel: 01507 450267

sales@grangefarmpark.co.uk • www.grangefarmpark.co.uk

YORKSHIRE’S HIDDEN GEM

SPECIAL OFFER ONLY £9995 with Site Fees Paid to March 2019

Sited on a roadside pitch with good views.

2 bedrooms, Excellent condition.

We also have other caravans for sale from only £6995

01964 612233 www.willowsholidaypark.co.uk or for further info

Brand new Swimming pool for 2018 Price includes site fees until 2019

ONLY £28,500

Discover the beautiful Lincolnshire coast at Ingoldale Park, close to the popular resort of Skegness.

Our holiday park is home to a wide selection of self-catering accommodation, including holiday apartments, houses, bungalows, cottages and caravans. Some of our accommodation is adapted for disabled access and is ideal for guests with restricted mobility. All offering outstanding value for money!

CALL US ON 01754 810833

CALL US ON 01754 872335

Sycamore Farm Park, Chalk Lane, Burgh Le Marsh, Skegness PE24 5HN

Book online at www.countryandcoastalholidays.co.uk

GOLDEN SANDS Mablethorpe

CARAVAN FOR SALE IN FLAMBOROUGH

SITE FEES PAID UNTIL 2019

Great finance package available

RATES AND WATER PAID

Call Billy on 07794403385 to arrange a viewing

ALL SET UP AND READY FOR 1ST MARCH ’18

2015 Willerby Salsa 3 Bed with rear storage £26,995 -Prices include 2018 fees -Site fees starting from £2,810 -Brand new development for 2019

Call Daniel on 07790 662 628 to arrange viewing

PLEASE CALL MR SCOTT ON 07875283726 Thornwick Bay Holiday Village North Marine Road, Flamborough, East Yorkshire. YO15 1AU

AIRPORT PARKING

1 WEEK £35 2 WEEKS £57

Ingoldale Park, Roman Bank, Ingoldmells, Skegness PE251LL

HOLIDAY PARK

2014 SWIFT LOIRE CARAVAN Double glazed central heated Sited on the 5* Thorpe park holiday centre

A Lincolnshire holiday park offering holiday cottages, touring, camping and caravan holidays near Skegness.

Relax, unwind and escape to the country with a stay at our Lincolnshire holiday park. Set in 14 acres of countryside, we offer a range of accommodation options, including static caravans, holiday cottages, touring and camping pitches - so there’s something for all tastes and budgets.

THE REGION’S LARGEST HOLIDAY SECTION WITH GREAT ADVERTISING RATES AVAILABLE

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COACH HOLIDAYS

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FREE 2018 SITE FEES

• • • • • • • •

Fixed Site Fees until 2020* Up to £1,000 OFF caravans* 0% Finance Available* Move your Holiday Home to Patrington Haven* Plus up to £500 of extras Inc Gas & Electric Holiday Homes from £12,995 Over 44 Holiday Homes & Lodges in stock Lakeview pitches available

* T&Cs Apply

Via P&O Dover Calais Folkestone + Ostend 4 Days Fri 6th Apr ..........................................................................................................£159 NEW Folkestone Euro Shopper + Adinkerke & Calais 2 Days Sat 21st Apr ......................................................£89 Folkestone + Ostend 3 Days Fri 27th Apr ........................................................................................................£109 NEW Folkestone Euro Shopper + Adinkerke & Calais 2 Days Sat 19th May .....................................................£89 Folkestone + Ostend 5 Days Mon 28th May ....................................................................................................£189 Ostend 4 Days Fri 8th Jun ...............................................................................................................................£189 Folkestone + Ostend 4 Days Fri 15th Jun ........................................................................................................£159 NEW Folkestone Euro Shopper + Adinkerke & Calais 2 Days Sat 16th Jun .....................................................£89 Ostend 5 Days Mon 6th Aug ............................................................................................................................£279 Folkestone + Ostend 5 Days Mon 17th Sep .....................................................................................................£189 Via Brittany Ferries Plymouth - Santander Cantabria Spain 10 Days Sun 1st Jul ..............................................................................................................£599 Via P&O Ferries Hull Bruge Ostend Mini Cruise 3 Days Fri 11th May .................................................................................£119 Amsterdam Mini Cruise 3 Days Fri 18th May ..................................................................................................£119 Black Forest Germany 8 Days Thurs 31st May ................................................................................................£459 Bruge & Ostend Mini Cruise Fri 8th Jun .........................................................................................................£119 Rudesheim Rhine Valley 8 Days Sat 9th Jun ..................................................................................................£499 Brussels Flower Carpet Mini Cruise Fri 17th Aug .........................................................................................£145 River Cruise - Rhine & Moselle 8 Days Tues 18th Sep ....................................................................................£599 Black Forest Germany 8 Days Mon 17th Sep ..................................................................................................£459 River Cruise - Rhine 6 Days Thurs 11th Oct ....................................................................................................£429 Ypres 100yrs Commemoration 4 Days Fri 9th Nov ..........................................................................................£179 Rudesheim Rhine Valley Christmas Market 6 Days Sun 9th Dec ...................................................................£359 River Cruise - Rhine New Year 7 Days Thurs 27th Dec ....................................................................................£539 British Holidays Yarmouth + 2 hour £1 bar 5 Days Mon 6th Aug ...............................................................................................£229 Yarmouth + 2 hour £1 bar 5 Days Tues 11th Sep .............................................................................................£199 Blackpool Illuminations 3 Days Fri 14th Sep .................................................................................................£129 Blackpool Illuminations 3 Days Fri 12th Oct ..................................................................................................£129 Yarmouth + 2 hour £1 bar 5 Days Mon 15th Oct ..............................................................................................£199 Blackpool Illuminations 3 Days Fri 9th Nov ...................................................................................................£129

CALL MARTIN 07540533851 Patrington • Hull • East Yorkshire • HU12 0PT VISIT US ONLINE AT WWW.PATRINGTON-HAVEN.CO.UK

Book On-Line: www.avistaholidays.co.uk

01246 220300 - 209383 Mobile: 0779 5572203 avista@btconnect.com • www.holidaysbycoach.com

British and Continental Holidays EASTBOURNE

23rd - 27th April • 5 Days Visitors seeking a relaxing family holiday in a peaceful residential area close to all the main attractions will be delighted with Walsh’s Holiday Park.

Our 4* Visit Britain family park is ideally situated close to the sea and midway between Skegness and Ingoldmells with all their attractions, including Butlin’s Funcoast World and Fantasy Island Complex.

Our extensive ranges of holiday homes have been selected to AVAILABLE FROM £280 PER WEEK meet all of your requirements as well as to suit all budgets.

Centrally located, we have 2 and 3 bed roomed models FOR £10 OFF QUOTE ‘GEORGE’ accommodating up to 6 or 8 guests.

Call 01754 764485

• Haddon Hall Hotel • All Rooms En-Suite • Lift to all floors • 4 Nights Full Board Accommodation • Excursions to Beachy Head, Brighton & Hastings

£29 9 per person

CALL US FOR OUR NEW COLOUR BROCHURE

Dutch Bulbfields

4 Days

5th - 9th April

Blackpool 1940s’ Experience

2 Days

8th - 9th April

£369.00 £119.00

Paignton (South Devon)

5 Days

9th - 13th April

£299.00

Mill Rythe Holiday Village

5 Days

23rd - 27th April

£239.00

Tenby

5 Days

29th April - 5 May

£349.00

Weymouth

6 Days

4th - 9th May

£445.00

IRELAND - COUNTY KERRY

Warners Corton Coastal Village

5 Days

14th - 18th May

£299.00

Ilfracombe

5 Days

21st - 25th May

£289.00

Tall Ships in Liverpool

4 Days

25th - 28th May

£309.00

• Gleneagle Hotel Killarney - overnight stays in Portlaoise & Enniskerry • Return Ferry Crossing • 6 Nights Half Board Accommodation • Lift to all floors per person • All Rooms En-Suite • Leisure Facilities inc. Swimming Pool • Excursions to Ring of Kerry & Kenmare, Muckross House • Jaunting Cars & Lake Cruise

Eastbourne

5 Days

25th - 29th May

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After further disruption from the weather midweek, and another League Cup SemiFinal postponement, the so called “Beast from the East” took the weekend off, which allowed 15 games to get the green light in the County Senior League.

Premier Division A Leon Howarth hat-trick helped league leaders Frecheville to a 4-0 away win against Houghton Main. Ben Furniss was also on target for Frecheville. Frecheville’s day got even better, as second placed AFC Penistone Church Reserves could only manage a goalless draw away at Swinton Athletic.

Frecheville’s lead now stands at six points, but Penistone do have three games in hand.

Third placed Stocksbridge Park Steels Reserves were impressive 7-0 winners over Millmoor Juniors at Grange Park. There was a hat-trick that game for Ryan McDonald and a brace for Luke Townsend.

A single goal from Jordan Livett was enough to give fourth placed Jubilee Sports a 1-0 win over Oughtibridge WMFC at Oughtibridge War Memorial Ground.

There was a further 0-0 draw between Denaby United and South Kirkby Colliery at Old Road, meaning that out of the 10 Premier Division sides in action on Saturday, bizarrely just three managed to score.

Midweek, goals from William Hilbert (2) and Alex Rippon gave Handsworth Parramore Reserves a 3-1 win against North Gawber Colliery at Oliver’s Mount.

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Division One Dodworth Miners Welfare bounced back from their first loss of the season quickly, as they 5-2 away win against Hemsworth Miners Welfare Reserves. Dodworth’s lead is now almost insurmountable at 27 points.

A hat-trick from Matthew Moore helped 10 man Brinsworth Whitehill to a 4-1 win over third placed AFC Dronfield at the Phoenix Sports Club.

Silkstone United made it back-to-back league wins, with a 3-1 away win against Caribbean Sports. The win was enough to lift above Stocksbridge Park Steels Development and off the foot-of-the-table.

Kiveton Park followed up last weeks’ win over previously unbeaten league leaders Dodworth, with a 4-1 win against Stocksbridge Park Steels Development at the Look Local Stadium. Kiveton are up to fifth place with the three points.

Division Two Burngreave FC were 8-2 winners against Sheffield Bankers Reserves at the Firvale Academy. Burngreave lead the way by six points. Second placed Boynton Sports were also big winners, with 5-1 away win over North Gawber Collliery Reserves.

Third placed New Bohemians made it five wins from seven games, with a 3-2 win against Thurcroft Miners Institute at the Thurcroft Hub. New Bohemians are just a point behind second place.

Manor Hotel claimed a hard-fought three points with a 1-0 win over Working Wonders at the Dorothy Hyman Stadium.

Manor Hotel have claimed 19 points of the 24 available to them in 2018, a run that has seen them climb into fifth place.

Goals from Joshua Care and Sam Lee were enough to give Wombwell Main Development a 2-1 away win over Maltby Main Reserves.

AFC Dronfield Reserves shared the spoils as they drew 1-1 with Swinton Athletic Reserves at Gosforth Playing Fields.

I very nearly lost my fishing mojo earlier this week, for a variety of reasons, not least, because like many other anglers, I’m struggling a bit at the moment. The weather has really knocked the fishing off on my local venues, and my success last time out with a dozen double figure carp was a ‘one off’ as temperatures fluctuated yet again between overnight frosts and snow. In truth, I’m sick of winter now, it feels as though it’s been cold and wet for at least eight months, and I can’t wait for it to change!

It’s not just the weather that gets my goat, it’s so called anglers too. I spend much of my working week on Facebook and other social media platforms, reading through a wide variety of posts made by others, and as the temperatures have stayed low, the amount of absolutely disgusting things posted by fellow anglers has got higher. I can only put it down to frustration, but I think it goes a little deeper than that. For some reason, some small number of anglers think they have a ‘presence’, or that their opinion is the only one that has any validity. I’m not sure why.

Perhaps it’s ‘sponsorship’ or some other perceived privilege that gives these few an ego, but it doesn’t excuse basic common decency. We ALL go fishing to enjoy it, and for no other reason, so why come home and try and spoil it for others? I don’t think any particular sector of the angling world can claim to be any better than others either; I’ve seen carpers, match anglers, lure anglers and river anglers all bickering this week, and frankly, it’s nothing short of laughable… until you get the threats. Threats.

Anglers are threatening each other over fish! Yes, really! If that isn’t ridiculous, then I don’t know what is…

I noted this week a post from an angler, a ‘sponsored’ advocate, that intimated that anglers from a certain other brand should die. Yes, should actually die. Whether said in jest (it’s not funny) or otherwise, I was appalled; is that where we’re at now? Suggesting that anglers should die because of what they use, or where they fish? Can you see now why I despaired this week? That one post said far more about the poster than anything else, and is a very poor reflection of any angler… My mum once advised to “either say something nice, or keep my trap shut”, and as a result, I try to encourage other anglers, congratulate them on impressive catches, and offer advice where I can, and it makes ME feel better. Try it, offer a compliment per day, and see the response you get… There is a reason why big name anglers such as Julian Cundiff, Ian Russell and Alan Blair are popular, it’s because they take time to be nice to people… if you want to be respected as an angler and a person, then take note…

Anyway, back on the bank, I’m still a blanker. A session on the same water where I had success last week returned nought, and what made it worse was the angler next to me (a good friend) catching as I packed up, and then messaging me to rub salt in with another fish. I tried everything and couldn’t buy a bite on a water where fish are fickle after cold weather and retreat to the unreachable centre of the lake until late in the day. It didn’t help to alleviate my gloom either, but a trip the following

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Rode Pool is an estate lake on the Stoke-on-Trent Angling Society card. It’s a tricky pool, over nine hundred yards long, with fishing on one bank, for a distance of one third of it’s length. The result is that fish have plenty of room to hide, and a capture is well deserved! I fished it over summer for tench and bream and had a superb few months catching bream to almost ten pounds, with tench to almost eight pounds in idyllic surroundings. I have no idea exactly what makes it so captivating, whether it’s the solitude of sitting amongst ancient woodland, the myriad of bird life both on and off the water, the wildlife, the mystery, or the quality of fish within, but I absolutely adore the place, and feel relaxed as soon as I open the gate…bliss.

I arrived to find a regular chum fishing in his favoured peg 1. I hadn’t seen him for a few months, so after a handshake and a quick chat I was off through the woods to the other end of the lake. He told me of four blank sessions so far, without a fish being seen, so although I wasn’t confident, I was determined to kick back, relax, and rediscover my mojo. I reprised the tactics of last year, casting a couple of method feeders towards the far bank, tight to a line of sedges, just starting to poke green shoots against the brown of last years growth, and sat back to enjoy a cup of tea. After an hour of silence, I recast, and had another brew, and the cycle continued all day without a fish; rebait, recast, drink tea. I wasn’t bothered, the venue is astonishing, peaceful, tranquil, and packed with things to see. As another friend approached at the end of the day, we stood together in silence and watched teal, little egret and more flap across the far bank, then chatted about barn owl, long tailed duck, squirrels and more as the dusk gathered and the bats started to flit about the darkening sky.

It’s that kind of place, what real fishing is to me, a place of beauty with rewards to be had for the lucky, and even if you don’t catch, there is still enjoyment to be had, and peace to be found or shared with friends. I’ve got my mojo back, and I’m looking forward to the weather warming so I can amongst the fine tench and bream within. As for my chum in peg 1, I know you caught a carp the other day, but I respect your right to silence, and we’re still friends, nor will I tell anyone I know… after all, I wouldn’t want Facebook anglers to find out, would I?

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EASTER WEEKEND A GOOD MARKER FOR MILLERS, SAYS BALL Rotherham United hitman David Ball says the Easter weekend fixtures are likely to be a good marker for him and his teammates for their final standing in Sky Bet League One at the end of the season.

Speaking ahead of the clash with his former club Peterborough United on Good Friday, Ball explained that the close proximity of Posh and Easter Monday’s opponents Charlton Athletic in the third tier table mean that there is added incentive to collect points, as Warne’s side look to firm up their place in the Play-off shakeup.

The 28-year-old reiterated that everyone in the Millers camp is aware of the magnitude of the upcoming clashes, as they look to put Saturday’s defeat at Southend United behind them.

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“In past seasons you usually see it come down to around the Easter weekend to see where you want to be.

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Ball continued to explain that he felt that the experience of Chris Powell’s Southend side gave them the advantage at Roots Hall on a tricky pitch, but was quick to add that the Millers players had been properly briefed ahead of the trip to Essex.

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STANCLIFFE PRAISES YOUNG ROVERS SIDE Paul Stancliffe praised his side’s resilience as they beat local rivals Rotherham United 1-0 in the South Yorkshire derby.

The U18s boss thought his side thoroughly deserved the victory after their battling performance, and says he was impressed with his relatively young side.

He said: “All victories are usually pleasing, but this was hard-fought, we expected to come under pressure from Rotherham, but I thought we stood up to it really well, especially as we had a younger team.

“The system was something we had played before, we felt that with the injuries and lads we’ve got out it was the best way to go and to be fair Ben Blythe’s come in, U16, he’s a centre-half who’s coming in next season, he’s the only centre-half we’ve got who’s fit so we just felt that was the best way to go.

“Branden’s not a centre-back, although he can play there, but he’s played on the right and he’s a left-footer. Jacob’s a left-footed player, Ben’s a left-footed player, so we’ve had that unbalance if you like but I thought the back

three were outstanding today nonetheless.”

Stancliffe, who has one eye on next season, has told his players to set themselves targets in the closing stages of the season and praised the attitude of his team.

He added: “I said to the lads in the changing rooms before today’s game, they should be setting themselves targets, if we can keep that going, it will look quite promising for next season honestly.

“To be fair you’re never quite sure with young players, how they’re going to be on the day and how they’ll react but they’re a great bunch and they work ever so hard.

“They listen to what’s asked of them and they try to put it into practice and that’s all you can ask for from young players – these guys do it.

Yes, they make mistakes. Yes, we get frustrated on the side, but we think their heading in the right direction which is the main thing.”

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“We opened our store in Doncaster because of the important transport and rail links, and the growth of the distribution industry and trades in the area.

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2017/18 season, to hopefully continue to grow our business and help the Rovers on to bigger and better things at the same time.”

Dickies Workwear was one of the first companies to sign up to the new Official Partnership programme with Club Doncaster when in launched in the summer of 2017.

Annabelle Foster, partnership executive at Club Doncaster, says after a successful first year the club was looking forward to a busy summer recruiting new commercial partners.

She said: “We have enjoyed working with Dickies immensely this season, due to the proactive nature in which they try to do business in the town.

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it wasn’t a pitch to play football on, and I just think that they just played the conditions better than us.

“They kept turning our back four, we kept going back to our ‘keeper. They were getting throw-ins and just kept turning us and they’ve got experience in their team and they were prepared to win ugly. There is nothing wrong “The manager and staff did set us up with the with that.” pitch in mind and we didn’t play it like they The Millers did have opportunities with David did. I think a little bit of experience was telling Manager Paul Warne felt that Southend’s Ball going close in the first-half whilst Warne’s extra experience was the difference after the side had two chances cleared off the line in in that game,” he explained.

Millers slipped to a 2-0 defeat at Roots Hall. the closing stages as they went in search of an “Every game that you go into in this division is Goals either side of half-time from Stephen equaliser. different in terms of what you come up against. McLaughlin and Simon Cox sealed the win “I think that Pricey kept us in it a little bit “We saw that on Saturday with the pitch and for the hosts on a pudding of a pitch on the first-half. We rode the storm and then Bally teams come at you wanting to play different Essex coast. had a shot across the face of the goal, and Semi The Millers didn’t get the breaks in a tight ways but I certainly think we’re back at home probably should have done better with a header encounter, with boss Warne admitting that again on the back of two away games, so we as well,” Warne added. a slow start cost his side against their more hope to take some points out of the next games “I thought that second half we were experienced counterparts. in quick succession and be where we want to “It was hugely disappointing,” Warne said after considerably better. I thought that we were the be.” only team who were going to score. They went the game.

Meanwhile, Saturday’s game at AESSEAL with one up, we changed it and went 3-4-3 “We don’t come away to lose games and our New York Stadium will see Ball come up to try and get the goal and I thought we were away form has been excellent in recent weeks against his old employers, who have former the only that team was going to score second and months. I think that if I am truly honest, I Millers boss Steve Evans at the helm and the just think that we got a bit ‘old-manned’ today. half. Their ‘keeper made a great save from Michael Smith, then a goal-line scramble off We have a really young side and they have forward is expecting a good game against a Jerry Yates. Unfortunately an individual error one of the more senior groups in the league. club who he remembers fondly. from one massive boot from the ‘keeper has The lads need to learn as they go along and I “Peterborough will certainly come and try cost us.” just think that initially in the first 25 minutes, to play football and it will be a good match in terms of that and quite an open game,” he continued.

“I had some really good times there.

“I was there for the promotion from League One to the Championship and we stayed up the following year, so I had a good time there. It was Darren Ferguson in charge at the time and it’s actually how I knew Newelly and Frecks before I came here.”

“Going forward we looking forward to developing the partnership package further and getting even more companies in the town and beyond working together through Club Doncaster.”

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YOUNG BLADES LOSE OUT TO BRISTOL A very young United side fell to a harsh defeat in dramatic fashion against Bristol City on Saturday afternoon.

Despite goals from Angelo Capello and Jacob Kelly, the Blades slipped were beaten by the Robins at Shirecliffe.

The game started at breakneck speed as United took the lead after just 40 seconds.

CAPELLO picked up the ball on the edge of the box and drove low and hard into the far bottom corner.

However just a minute later the scores were level as the Blades were caught out down the right hand side and a low cross was turned home at the back post.

The Blades had a chance to retake the lead on seven minutes when a free kick from Potts fell

kindly for Kelly, but the winger couldn’t keep his effort down.

But on 15 minutes, the third goal of the game did arrive and it went United’s way as Oure played in KELLY who dropped his shoulder twice to beat two defenders and curled into the far corner.

Whilst it was longer than the last, this lead didn’t last too long either as a defensive mix-up saw City through, the initial effort was blocked but eventually the ball was forced in with the clock still only on 23 minutes.

After the break United would pile on the pressure in an effort to find a winner with substitute Ackroyd being denied multiple times, most notably from a Potts cross into the back post where his header was well saved.

The Blades were denied a third goal in controversial circumstances as Ackroyd went through and slotted in but the referee had pulled play back for a United freekick rather than playing the advantage.

Deep into stoppage time, the Blades would be made to rue those aforementioned missed opportunities, in the cruellest of fashion, as City won a game of pinball in the United area to undeservedly snatch all three points.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY UNITEDITES 129 years ago last week (22nd March), a meeting took place on the second floor of 10 Norfolk Row in the centre of the then town of Sheffield, the offices of J.B Wostinholm.

Commencing at 7.30pm and, following the record gate receipts for the recent FA Cup Semi Final at Bramall Lane

of in excess of £500, an agreement was passed by the majority of one to form a Football Club to play at the ground from the following season.

Then next day, a small advertisement was placed in two local newspapers announcing that the committee of the Sheffield United Cricket Club had

decided to form its own football club and invited professionals to send in their “testimonials and particulars” before 30th March.

Taking the name from the cricket club, Sheffield United FC was born.

Happy Birthday, Blades.

Blades: S. Kelly, Cantrill (Weaver 65), Boyes, Williams, Belehouan, Neal, J. Kelly, Potts, Oure (Ackroyd 65), Ompreon (Portman 82), Capello.

Unused: Foulstone.

UNITED TRIUMPH Sheffield United Walking Football Club have begun 2018 in fine form by winning the Albufeira Cup in Portugal.

The 13-team tournament consisting of clubs from across Europe was spread over two days. With the sun shining down, the games were superbly refereed with fully and consistently applied rules, and competition between the players that was determined but with a strong sense of camaraderie and friendship.

In the group games, United topped their

section and proceeded into the quarter-finals where they beat Browns WFC 5-2. A close semi-final with Brackley Saints produced a 1-0 win and this then set up a final with the reigning champions Olhanense Strollers.

The United players applied all their experience gained from previous successful tournaments and with fine strikes from Andy Norcliffe and Dave Middleton raced into a two goal lead.

Olhanense pulled a goal back late in the game but the Blades held out for a deserved 2-1

victory.

The team was formed two years ago when Sheffield United Community Foundation began delivery of Walking Football sessions for people aged 45+. It offers people the opportunity to roll back the clock and relive the glory days, but also offers the opportunity for people who have never played football before to come along, socialise and be physically active.

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Organisers have spoken of the early success of a new health initiative aimed at football fans which is being offered before Sheffield United home games.

Sheffield Hallam University and Sheffield United Football Club, working in partnership with Weston Park Cancer Charity and Sheffield United Community Foundation, are delivering the ‘Fan Fit’ scheme before Blades home games, aimed at increasing cancer awareness and improving the health and wellbeing of fans.

Looking after these key measures will help prevent cancer, strokes and heart attacks.

Supporting the scheme have been Sheffield United directors, vice presidents and players.

The new initiative sees 15-minute health checks offered to Blades fans, with those who sign up for the checks given the option of registering for two tests, including body composition, blood pressure, cholesterol or lung function.

The scheme is being delivered by Sheffield Hallam University’s sport and exercise scientists and is designed

to look at current health, lifestyle and fitness.

They also include advice on changes which can be made to improve someone’s wellness profile.

Dave McCarthy, Sheffield United Operations Director said: “We’re extremely proud to be making a difference to our community through the Community Foundation and are committed to improving the wellbeing of fans. “We’re extremely pleased at the response that Fan Fit has had so far. The health and wellbeing of our fans and their families is paramount to Sheffield United Football Club and Sheffield United Community Foundation and thanks to Weston Park Cancer Charity’s generous support, we hope to increase awareness of cancer, speed of diagnosis and treatment.

“By 2020, one in two people will be affected by cancer - that’s more than 16,000 people on a matchday at Bramall Lane. So now, possibly more than ever, is the time for us to keep developing and progressing new ways of raising funds and awareness.

“It’s great to see how popular and wellreceived the health checks have been, having taken place at two home games so far.

“The scheme will still be available before the Middlesbrough and Millwall home games so I’d urge fans to get involved if they haven’t already.”

The ‘SUFC Fan Fit’ will take place in the Community Hall, which is located on John Street and be available before the following home matches: Middlesbrough Tuesday 10th April, 4.15pm-7.15pm Millwall Saturday 14th April, 9.30am-12.30pm

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THOMPSON PRAISE FOR DOGGED OWLS Under-23’s manager Neil Thompson praised his side’s ability to dig in deep and record all three points following their 2-1 triumph over Coventry City at Hillsborough on Monday afternoon.

Wednesday moved back to within a point of the top of the PDL2 North thanks to goals from the returning Fernando Forestieri and Preslav Borukov either side of a Lewis Green leveller for the Sky Blues.

Thompson said: “I thought we started great in the first half and could have been out of sight, especially in the first 30-35 minutes but we

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“In the second half I thought we did well.

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We controlled the game apart from the last 20 minutes when we looked a bit leggy. But we’ve had two games in quick succession. As well as claiming another important three points, the contest also offered the chance for Forestieri, making his first appearance since August, and Joost van Aken the chance to step-up their first-team comebacks.

Pleased with what he saw from the duo and goalkeeper Cameron Dawson, Thompson added: “Fernando is a terrific player and it’s good to see him back out on the pitch for an hour and he was terrific.

“But it’s important he gets minutes under the belt for his confidence moving forward and he got his goal as well.

“But not just him, Joost and Cammy got 90 mins and that is what the U23’s games are for.”

FERNANDO LOOKS TO THE FUTURE Fernando Forestieri took another stride towards his return from injury on Monday afternoon.

The Owls star played an hour for the Development Squad and scored from the spot in the 2-1 win over Coventry.

Having missed almost the entirety of the campaign through a knee injury and the resulting rehabilitation, Forestieri shook off some of that frustration today at Hillsborough.

Helping Neil Thompson’s side keep firmly in the PDL2 North title race, Forestieri is looking to the future and said: “I’m really happy to be back to Under-23s, so I work hard to be back soon for the first team.

“I feel good, it’s normal I need this type of game to give minutes to my legs and for this I play today.

“I feel good, the intensity is a little lower than when you play in

the first team, this is normal.

“But I am happy because we played well, we won and I scored also to give me more confidence to play.

“But I need to work hard to feel much better.”

Wednesday have eight games of the 2017/18 season remaining and the 28-year-old would like nothing more than to help the team to a positive finish in some capacity.

“I feel sad because I have missed the whole season but now I want to focus on the present and future here in Sheffield,” he added.

“I want to play, it’s been six months, I’m happy to be back, I hope I can play some games and for next season, I’m sure the players will give 200%.

“We need to give something to the fans because they deserve something important.

“I don’t want to create pressure for us. We need to work hard with each other, have a strong changing room and let’s see what will happen.

“I love to see this stadium full, it is a big positive about this club and the fans deserve something.

“I want to finish this season well and then see the club do something good next season.”

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