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Having grown up in Peterborough wecould see the city needed something tospread the word about what it had tooffer, to highlight the good not the bad,and to provide a new promotionaloutlet for local businesses.
And so we set out on our first year totest the market and see if the peopleand businesses of the city would taketo the idea of a local leisure andentertainment magazine. It’s hard tobelieve now, but it was a fairly newconcept at that time, a risk, and wedidn’t know where our dream wouldtake us.
A year on, encouraged by positivefeedback we decided to really go for it,established our logo and brand andbrought out a new look ESP Magazinewhich would shape our style up tonow. Sports presenter Suzi Perry – nowthe BBC’s F1 host – was our cover girlfor the New Year in 2000 and ourpages have since been adorned by thelikes of Kylie, Madonna, Beyoncé,Jessie J and Nicole Scherzinger.
In August 2012, to celebrate our localOlympic hero we stepped away fromform and had a male cover star – noneother than Peterborough gymnast LouisSmith who made us all so proud.
Much has changed over the last fifteenyears – Greater Peterborough has beentransformed in many ways and so ESPhas moved with the times and evolvedwhilst maintaining its fundamentalprinciples.
We’ve passed a few milestonesourselves – in 2003 we launched theFace of ESP competition, pledging to
make an ordinary girl a celebrity in herhome town, and after ten successfulyears the competition will berelaunched in 2014. We’ve spread ourdistribution as far as Spalding, Sawtry,Oundle and Whittlesey and gained anestimated 63,000 readers.
Our revamped websitewww.espmag.co.uk has addedthousands more users and gives us thescope to keep you informed about evenmore fantastic news and events and ispacked with loads of pictures and othergood stuff, whilst our social mediaoutlets mean you get to hear theleisure and entertainment news first.
ESP was launched by local people witha love of the area, and with years ofexperience we’ve proved we can bringyou a great read, exciting events andall you need for a fantastic social life.ESP is written and produced by adedicated local team and is packedwith all the leisure, lifestyle andentertainment news you need to lookgood, feel good and enjoy your sparetime.
I’d like to say a huge thank you toeveryone who has played a part in oursuccess – contributors, businesses andreaders – we couldn’t have done itwithout you!
ESP is your magazine; we’re goingstrong and looking ahead. Make themost of life in Greater Peterboroughand your premier local magazine.Here’s to the next few years and someexciting changes to come…
Sharon McAllisterEditor
ESPcelebrates 15 yearsRobbie Williams screamed on the frontcover with a knowing wink and there itwas – the first issue of ESP Magazinelaunched in front of an excited nightclubcrowd back in December 1998.
The first issue of ESP fromDecember 1998
BANYAN TREEGETS A FRESHLOOKNot only is the food delicious but wehave to say the Banyan Tree restauranton Westgate is looking hot too after afantastic refurbishment!
Owner Dinesh Odedra told ESP – “We’vestarted our refurbishment and the firstphase has been completed. We tookfeedback from our customers on whatthey’d like to see us do first. There wasdemand for more space downstairs. So,we extended the bar and lounge areaand have also created a new space onthe ground floor which is perfect for largegroups booking their Christmas parties.
“It’s created a totally different atmospherein the restaurant where there is a greatvibe every night. We’re planning tointroduce some DJ events during theChristmas period that utilises this newspace... so keep your ear to the ground!"
We highly recommend the food herewhich is truly authentic Indian. Book nowon 01733 342800.
OUTFIT HAS ITALL UNDERONE ROOFIf you’re getting stressed trying to find theperfect party wear don’t forget thatDorothy Perkins, Burton and Evans haveall relocated into the Outfit store atSerpentine Green! So now you can saveyour legs and find all your high streetfavourites under one roof. They also haveTopshop, Topman, Warehouse and more.It’s a great place to find a present forsomeone else too or make life really easyand buy an Outfit gift card! Check out thelatest looks from Outfit in our specialfeature on www.espmag.co.uk
GET PARTYREADY @ MYBODY
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CITY BOOKMAKES GREATGIFTIf you’re stuck for an unusual gift orsomething that’ll certainly have meaningfor anyone brought up in Peterborough,we can highly recommend the book ofphotos, New England, by streetphotographer Chris Porsz.
If you missed out last Christmas then thispopular photography book depictsPeterborough in the seventies andeighties through some great candidshots. It’s a fantastic slice of socialhistory. It’s available for just £13.99 fromReba in Cathedral Square, Shriveschemist in Westgate, Art in the HeartShop, Visitors Information Centre andWaterstones in Bridge St. Also fromColemans in Cowgate, The Barn gardencentre Gunthorpe, the hospital friendsshop, Ferry Meadows and via his websitewww.chrisporsz.com
AMICI LAUNCHCHRISTMASMENUSpalding’s great Italian restaurant Amicitell us they’ve launched a deliciousspecial Christmas menu this December,with five new starters, five main courses
and plenty of mouth-watering dessertsthat are completely exclusive to the menu.Running from Sunday December 1 –Sunday December 29, you can makeyour booking by calling 01775 767696.
LATE NIGHTSHOPPING @SPRINGFIELDSIt’s not always easy to fit Christmasshopping into a busy schedule. Luckily,Springfields Outlet Shopping in Spaldinghave extended their opening hours tohelp us out! Springfields is now open onweekdays until 9pm this month throughuntil the week commencing MondayDecember 23. What’s more, the carpark will be free to use from 6pm.Subway, The Kitchen and Frankie andBenny’s, however, will remain open until10pm.
50% OFFSELECTEDPRODUCTS @ BEALESDon’t forget to stop at Beales onWestgate on your shopping travels thisChristmas. They’re offering 50% offselected lines, ranging from gifts to homeaccessories. Get some cut-price prezziesbefore they run out!
BOLLYWOODTIGER’SCHRISTMAS DAY BUFFETYaxley restaurant Bollywood Tiger isbringing an Indian flavour to the menuthis Christmas with a special ChristmasDay buffet. So if you fancy a change fromthe turkey and a rest from the cooking thebuffet is priced at £19.95 per adult, whilstsenior citizens and children can dine for£14.95. For bookings, call 01733 246519.
WINTER BEER FESTBeat those January blues with somegood company and beer! The Straw Bearpub in Whittlesey is running a greatwinter beer festival while the StrawBear Festival is taking place from FridayJanuary 10 - Sunday January 12.There’ll be around 20 real ales on offerand there’s live music throughout theweekend. There will be a menu availableon the Friday and music with Stevie: OneBloke One Mandolin and Pennyless onSaturday and then a carvery 12-4pm onthe Sunday with music from Dr. A'sRhythm & Grooves and Nomads andFlowers on the Sunday.
SALE ON @ MELANIERICHARDSThere are plenty of reasons to book anappointment at Melanie Richard’s HairBoutique on Bridge Street this Januaryas the sales are on! There’s 50 per centoff colours when you have a cut andblow dry and 10 per cent off all hair careproducts. There’s a new graduate stylistin the team, Talia, and you can have aCut & Blow Dry with her for just £23.Book in now on 01733 553600.
NEW HUBHOTEL
We’ve heard there’s a new name on thehotel circuit in Peterborough – The Hub.This newly refurbished hotel is atBoongate, so no distance at all from thetrain station or city centre and has roomsfrom only £24.95 per night. It has 71rooms with 22” flat screen TVs, there’sinternet and free parking. Book in on01733 894400.
PERMANENTMAKEUPOFFERIt’s a new year and if you fancy a newyou, you can wake up looking fabulousevery day with permanent makeup. EgoBeauty in Yaxley are offering a free topup worth £100 with every permanentmake-up treatment in January 2014.Book on 01733 244486 or visitwww.egoeyes.co.uk
ROCK ‘N’ ROLL@ YAXLEYIf you’re a fan of rock ‘n’ roll tunes theJust For Kicks Rock and Roll Club wouldbe worth a look. It’s held at the RoyalBritish Legion club in Yaxley.
They have a Record Hop every Monday,doors open at 7.30pm, entry’s just £2,under 16’s go free if accompanied by anadult. It’s a family club with a largedance floor, cheap drinks and there’s abig car park. You can [email protected] to findout more, look them up on facebook orcall Steve on 07718 511640 or Ken on07857 066959.
25% OFF @ 23 SEVENCLOTHING
This independent fashion store has twooutlets now, the new shop at StamfordWalk and their original store on ChurchStreet in Market Deeping. Shop localand shop independent and treat yourselfto some more individual looks with thelikes of Gabicci, Fila, Luke, Yumi, Lyle &Scott and loads more for guys and girls.Best news yet – it’s 25 per cent offduring January so stock up! Visitwww.23seven.co.uk for more.
20% OFF AT BB’S BROW BARBB’s Brow Bar is also entering into thespirit of the sales and are offering 20%off all their treatments during Januarywhen you like them on facebook orfollow them on Twitter. Alternatively youcan just pop into the salon in theWestgate Arcade and quote the codeNEW14. Visit www.bbsbrowbar.comfor more.
TRADITIONALTANNINGThere’s a new salon called TraditionalTanning opened up in Dickens Street inPeterborough offering competitive rateson all sunbed sessions. They tell us ifyou register now you’ll receive 12minutes for the price of 6 mins on yoursecond visit. For info call 01733 319222.
COLOUR SALE@ SALON
Fancy a new look for the new year? Nipover to LD Hair Design in Nassingtonwhere the team tell us they’re offering25% off colour treatments in January.They’re on Station Road and you canbook in on 01780 789997.
PETERBOROUH100 CYCLE Online registration is now open for thisyear’s Peterborough 100 bike ride in aidof children’s charity Action MedicalResearch. Taking place on Sunday April13 and starting at The Marriot Hotel, thisevent is the first of the year in thecharity’s RIDE100 series, which hasevents taking place across the UKbetween April and September.
There is a choice of three routes you cantake. The shorter ‘cool’ route of 43 milesis ideal for those new to cycling or whohaven’t had time to train. The ‘classic’route of 64 miles is more challengingand the 100-mile ’champion’ route isaimed at experienced sportive riders.
For further information and to sign up forthe event visit www.action.org.uk/100.
WHITER TEETHFOR 2014If you’re teeth are looking a bit stainedafter all that drinking and partying you’llbe pleased to hear the Smile Boutiqueon Park Road are running WhiteningWednesday again. There’s half price onall teeth whitening, including EnlightenEvolution, Enlighten Ramp and DiscussNite White on Wednesday. Just book on01733 551534.
LIGHTS OFLOVE SUCCESSESP has been pleased to support thenew hospice appeal for Thorpe Hall andit seems you’re all getting behind it too.
Good news is that the Lights of Lovecarol concert at Christmas was theirmost successful yet. Around 1,000people attended and made hundreds ofdedications on the tree and a lot of
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The Sue Ryder charity needs to raise £6mfor a new purpose built hospice within thegrounds of Thorpe Hall and is alwayslooking for people to help fundraise. If youcan help or want to fundraise give them acall on 01733 330060.
TREASUREFROM TRASHEXHIBITION For your New Year’s resolution this yearwhy not rethink the way you recycle yourrubbish? From Saturday February 1Peterborough Museum will be showingtheir ‘Treasure from Trash’ exhibition, aninnovative new demonstration on reusingand recycling running until Sunday April27. You’ll be amazed at what can be madefrom rubbish – jewellery from old flip-flops, toy cars and animals from metalcans, and even a 3D chicken from plasticbags! Ideal for families, thought-provokingfor school and college students andinspirational for makers, artists anddesigners. Admission’s free.
STOCK NEEDEDFOR THORPEHALL SHOPIf Santa didn’t bring you quite what youwere hoping for, why not offload anyunwanted gifts to a good cause? The newcharity shop is now open at Thorpe Hallhospice in Longthorpe and looks great.They’re always in need of more stock sowhy not drop off your unwanted bits, andmaybe you’ll see some other bargains youfancy instead!
80’S SCHOOLDISCO FOR SUERYDER
Take a trip back to the 1980s at a funSchool Disco event being held at PeakirkVillage Hall on February 1. It starts at7.30pm and includes a disco and bar and80s fancy dress is optional. It’s just £5 aticket and is raising money for the newhospice appeal at Thorpe Hall. Text or call07795 623889 for info and tickets.
TRYSOMETHINGNEW ATHERITAGELECTURES ANDWORKSHOPS
Kick off 2014 by learning something new!Vivacity is running an exciting programmeof heritage lectures and workshops fromFebruary 5.
Try your hand at a new skill with theirwide range of workshops at PeterboroughMuseum and Flag Fen. You’re sure to findsomething that takes your fancy in theirbroad selection of heritage-themed artsand crafts, whether it’s throwing your ownRoman-style amphora, learning to write inbeautiful calligraphic script, or evencasting your very own full-size bronzesword in the atmospheric surroundings ofFlag Fen. How cool is that!
The workshops are suitable for completebeginners and all materials will beprovided but booking’s essential. Tea andcoffee are included.
To book any workshop contactPeterborough Museum on 01733 864663.
CITY LOOS ARETHE BEST!
You can spend a penny in confidencewhen you’re caught short in the Boro. Twoof Peterborough’s public toilets, managedby Enterprise Peterborough, have officiallybeen awarded amongst the best in thecountry.
Car Haven Public Conveniences, in StPeter’s Road, was awarded a PlatinumAward the highest possible award, whileNorthminster Public Conveniences, by CityMarket, was awarded gold in the BritishToilet Association’s Loo of the Yearawards.
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MAUREEN NOLAN INBLOOD BROTHERS Maureen Nolan, from the famous Nolan Sisters, is to returnto Blood Brothers as Mrs Johnstone when it’s staged at TheBroadway this month, bringing the fabulous run of showsthere to a close.
With over 10,000 performances in the West End, here’s yourchance to see Willy Russell’s amazing hit show right here inPeterborough.
The tale takes us back to the 1960s, where twins separatedat birth grow up on opposite sides of the track. Unawarethey’re related, they become childhood friends. Theirdiffering backgrounds eventually show in adulthood,however, and we see the effects first-hand in thisemotionally charged musical.
With tunes to enjoy such as Bright New Day, MarilynMonroe and Tell Me It’s Not True, this musical has racked upfive star reviews so expect no less from this performance!Maureen Nolan won critical acclaim when she appeared inthe show in the West End and on tour and was the fourthNolan sister to play the role!
Blood Brothers runs from Monday January 6 – SaturdayJanuary 11 bringing the short season of top shows to aclose at the Broadway Theatre, so don’t miss out! Ticketprices start at £20. Box office: 01733 822225 or visitwww.kenwright.com. Luke Tyler
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JOSEPH IS A DREAM@ THE BROADWAYFabulous musical Joseph and the Amazing TechnicolorDreamcoat has been wowing Peterborough audiences atThe Broadway Theatre, just read our review onwww.espmag.co.uk!
In the musical, we’re told the biblical tale of Joseph, playedby Ross Lee-Fowkes, his changing fortunes and the plightof his brothers. Composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber, anicon where musicals are concerned, we’re treated to all ofthe favourite tunes of Joseph, including Those CanaanDays, Any Dream Will Do and Close Every Door To Me,with lyrics from the brilliant Tim Rice.
Joseph runs until Saturday January 4, with ticket pricesstarting at £20. Box Office: 01733 822225 or visitwww.kenwright.com.
Luke Tyler
THE BRONTËS OFDUNWICH HEATH @THE KEY THEATREEver heard of the Brontë sisters’ crazy cousins? In this spoof,Mad Cath and Plain Jane are the lesser known pair fromSuffolk, who’ll be getting up to off-the-wall, musical mischiefthis January at The Key Theatre.
Living in a dingy part of the Suffolk coast, Jane dreams of awriting career, but lacks life experience, whilst her sister Janehangs out with the beach bums and fancies herself as asongstress. Add a Reverend, a few love interests and a madwoman in the attic and you have a slapstick tale of love,laughs and madness, a world away from the Brontës ofYorkshire. Celebrated by The Observer and The Times, it’ssure to get you laughing.
Produced by Eastern Angles Theatre Company you know itwill be good. Catch it at The Key from Tuesday January 28– Saturday February 1, tickets are priced from £10. Forbooking or more info, contact 01733 207239.
Luke Tyler
THE ZZ TOPS – TOP TRIBUTE SHOW“They are the closest I’ve seen!” – Billy Gibbons ZZ TOP. That’s praise indeed so if you like a bit Sharp Dressed Man don’t missthe great tribute night at Stamford Corn Exchange Theatre on Friday February 7.
The unique three man tribute to rock music's best known Texan boogie band, are back to ‘Tear the house down!’ in 2014, bringinga tour with more Tone,Taste and Tenacity than ever before. Complete with their real beards the crazy guitars, the moves andnearly two hours of rock 'n' roll greats
All eras of ZZ Top are included in the same show with all the classics like Gimmee All Your Lovin’, Legs, Cheap Sunglasses andmany more! Tickets are £16 (£15.50 concessions). Box office: 01780 766455.
THE JOHNNY CASH STORY
WALKS THE LINE @ THE KEYOn Saturday February 1 the man in black is given a proper tribute when TheJohnny Cash Story stops at The Key Theatre. One of the most famous men to everperform country music this is a show that will delight fans of the star.
Since appearing on BBC Television at the age of 14 singing ‘The Tennessee Flat TopBox’ Roger Dean has been playing Cash’s music most of his life. In this show he’sjoined by his band The Lazy Boys as they rattle through the legend’s greatest hitsincluding Ring of Fire, I Walk the Line, Sunday Morning Coming Down and Hurt.
A lot comfier than Folsom Prison make sure not to miss it when the man comesaround to The Key this February. Tickets are £16 (£14 concessions) and are availablefrom the theatre box office on 01733 207239 or by visiting www.vivacity-peterborough.com Alex Jones
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JANUARY FILMS @ THEJOHN CLARE CINEMAA new year means a new programme of great films at the John Clare ArtsCinema to enjoy. Four Thursdays of great cinema you won’t want to miss!
First up is Blancanieves showing on Thursday January 9. An elegantyet traumatic film, a celebrated bullfighter is paralysed in the ring on thevery day his wife dies in childbirth after bearing him his daughterCarmen. He marries a sadistic beauty who treats Carmen as a slave untilshe escapes and joins a travelling band of dwarves performing comicturns as matadors. Eventually the skills learned from her father help herbecome a beautiful star, thus inciting the wicked stepmother's lethal fury.A bizarre mix of comedy and drama.
Next up on Thursday January 16 is Behind the Candelabra. An all-starcast featuring Matt Damon and Michael Douglas, the film chronicles thelife of Liberace the fabulously flamboyant entertainer. Well known for hisvulgar tastes and his worship of the American dream, Douglas puts onan acting master class with his affectionate and funny portrayal of theAmerican pianist.
On Thursday January 23 it’s the time of French film ThérèseDesqueyroux. An adaptation of a classic French novel, this film tells thestory of Thérèse a woman trapped in a frustrated marriage with arroganthusband Bernard. When Thérèse’s best friend Anne, who also happensto be Bernard's younger sister, falls madly in love with a handsomeyoung Portuguese man, Thérèse begins to see what she’s been missingin her life.
Finally on Thursday January 30 the John Clare Cinema will beshowing The Enigma of Kaspar Hauser. Hauser shows up unannouncedin the middle of a village square, frightening the populace with hisbizarre behaviour. He cannot talk, nor is there any indication of hisparentage and Kaspar is immediately the object of close scrutiny fromthe authorities. When he finally does develop the power of speech, hereveals a highly advanced state of intelligence, as well as a seeming giftof prophecy.
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PETERBOROUGHCOMES DOWNWITH A CASE OFBEATLEMANIA One of the leading tribute acts in the country, Beatlemaniaare coming to The Key Theatre on Saturday February 8.The fab four’s back catalogue is in safe hands when theseguys are playing, having previously performed to ecstaticsell-out audiences throughout the world and regularlyappearing on television and radio.
The band, which was formed in the summer of 1992,quickly built up a huge nationwide following and sincethen have gained such a high reputation on the tributescene that they’re constantly in demand internationally.
The show will cover everything from She Loves You toStrawberry Fields and all the unforgettable hits in-between including Ticket to Ride, Helter Skelter, ComeTogether and Eleanor Rigby. With the lads from Liverpoolas popular as ever, tickets will fly off the shelves for thisone so act fast!
Tickets are £18.50 and are available from the theatre boxoffice on 01733 207239 or by visiting www.vivacity-peterborough.com
Alex Jones
INSPECTOR NORSELOOKS FOR CLUESAT THE SOUTHHOLLAND CENTREAre you after something a little different to theaverage murder mystery? Then get yourselfdown to the South Holland Centre in Spaldingon Thursday February 6 when InspectorSandra Larsson tackles her biggest case to date.
A man is found dead in a barn with a walkingpole in his forehead. Enter Inspector SandraLarsson in her authentic, rustic knitwear. Withher own personal life unravelling before oureyes, it’s up to her to follow the pattern of amystery with many holes.
A Nordic Noir comedy from comedy duo LipService featuring a knitted set, a seventies popband and a drunken moose!
Described as, ‘Glorious, splendidly silly’ by TheIndependent.
Tickets are £12 (£10.50 concession, £7.50 under26s) and are available from the theatre boxoffice by calling 01775 764777 or by visitingwww.southhollandcentre.co.uk
Alex Jones
CORIOLANUS: NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE ON SCREEN
National Theatre Live are broadcastingCoriolanus, which will be screened at the SouthHolland Centre in Spalding and ShowcaseCinema, Peterborough. The play, written byShakespeare, features Tom Hiddleston (TheAvengers, War Horse) as the legendary Romanleader.
Coriolanus is a dramatic story of politicalmanipulation and revenge in a time of Romanturmoil. In the play, the city calls uponCoriolanus to be saved from an outside threat.However, among his local enemies and astarving city, angry voices become louder andCoriolanus must do his best to confront adifficult situation.
Full of twists and turns, Coriolanus screens onThursday January 30 at 7pm. Call the boxoffice on 01775 764777 or Showcase Cinemaon 0871 220 1000.
Luke Tyler
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TIME TO FOLLOWTHE BEAR!We all need a good time come January so forget the dark nights, dodgy weatherand back to work blues and follow the bear round the pubs in Whittlesey!
The annual Straw Bear Festival is always a good knees up and the atmospherearound the town is just great as the pubs are packed and the streets lined withentertainment.
On Saturday January 11 the main event starts with a procession from theManor Leisure Centre at 10.30am to the library via the Market Place. This isfollowed by a full day of processions and dancing around the town and finisheswith a finale back on the Market Place at 3pm.
The pubs will be rammed to the rafters so a top tip is to get there early and wrapup warm! There’s a park and ride service which is worth taking up too.
Prior to the main parade though, there’s a concert on Friday January 10 at theIvy Leaf Club including music from Jess Morgan, Black*Scarr and BernardWrigley, tickets for that are £10.
After the Straw Bear has made his way around the town on the Saturday there’sa Barn Dance at Sir Harry Smith Community College with Steam Chicken, firmfaves at festivals across the country, or you can opt for the Cajun Dance at St.Andrews Parish Room with the Creole Brothers providing some seriously goodtunes that’ll have you on your feet in no time! Tickets for these are £10 on 01733204055 or email [email protected] but they usually sell out fast.
The ‘Bear’ is burned at Sir Harry Smith Community College between 12.30 and2pm on the Sunday… no real bears or humans are hurt during this process butlots of beer may be drunk!
Check out their new official website www.strawbear.org.uk for all you need toknow.
LOCAL EVENTS
KATHERINEOF ARAGONFESTIVALIf you have a taste for history the fabulousKatherine of Aragon Festival in the city this monthhas plenty to inspire you. Why Katherine? Well thefirst wife of Henry VIII is buried right here inPeterborough Cathedral!
The festival kicks off with a service ofcommemoration on Friday January 31 at10.30am at Peterborough Cathedral with a parade of school children dressed in Tudorcostume and period music as they make their wayfrom Peterborough Museum via the Town Hall tothe Cathedral. Everybody’s welcome andadmission’s free.
Something that’s taken our eye is the Tudor Musicand Ale Evening on Friday January 31 at 7.30pmat Beckets Chapel. This sounds a great way tochase away the winter gloom with a lively Tudorthemed evening with hog roast, apple pie, localreal ale and music from the period performed bymembers of the Peterborough Cathedral Choir.Tickets are £25 per person, available from 01733 355315 or [email protected]
If you don’t know much about Katherine or theTudors here’s your chance – join a special TudorWalk on Saturday February 1 at 10.30amstarting at Peterborough Museum with acostumed guide, to discover what the city was likeduring that time. Tickets are £5 for adults, £3 forchildren and concessions. For more details call01733 864663.
Alternatively head to the John Clare Theatre,Peterborough Central Library at 2pm that day fortalks by two bestselling historical novelists,Vanora Bennett and Elizabeth Fremantle will givea talk about Katharine of Aragon and her impacton British history. Admission £5 (£4 concessionsand reading group members). Book at anyPeterborough Library, Waterstones Peterborough,or call 01733 864280.
The Museum has a great Tudor Family Day onSunday February 2 at 10am-4pm with a chanceto meet Tudor characters, such as the BarberSurgeon (beware of his cures!), learn mannersfrom a Tudor lady, handle arms and armour or tryperiod food in the kitchen. Take part in familyactivities and crafts with a Tudor theme or go onone of their hourly tours to the rarely-seen Tudorparts of the building! Admission’s £3 adults, £2concessions (children, students, seniors), £7families, under 5s and Heritage Pass holders FREE.Call 01733 864663.
For more on any of these events visitwww.vivacity-peterborough.com orwww.peterborough-cathedral.org.uk
CHARITY BURNSNIGHT CEILIDH25TH JAN 2014Forget the January blues – get ready for a BurnsNight knees up and see the month out in style!
We’ve been along before and this charity Ceilidhdance on January 25 is always a hoot! It includesa traditional haggis supper (veggie option available)as well.
Music and dancing is provided by the DennisCuddles Starlight band and it’s all happening at TheFleet centre in Fletton from 7.30pm - Midnight.There’ll be a grand prize raffle and all profits fromthe night go to charity.
Wear a piece of tartan! Tickets are £15 per head(children under 10 go free). Tickets are availablefrom Lorna on: 01733 343783 / 07989 587591 oremail [email protected]
BULL HOTELWEDDING FAYREGetting hitched? The Bull Hotel is hosting anotherfantastic Wedding Fayre on February 9 and there’llbe a goody bag for every bride plus the latestwedding magazines.
Everything you could possibly need for your perfectday – including the venue – is right here under oneroof. Even better, admission’s free!
Drop by between 11am – 4pm and take a look ateverything from cakes to discos, and gowns toflowers. There’ll be live music and plenty of brightideas for your big day.
For more info, call 01733 561364.
FORTY YEARS ON@ PETERBOROUGHMUSEUMOur city has undergone rapid change in the lastforty years and there’s a fascinating exhibition ofPeterborough across this period! This colourfulinsight includes pre-recorded stories from locals ona retro telephone. You can observe the gallery of agrowing city and get nostalgic when looking at thememorabilia of the time!
The exhibition is at Peterborough Museum and runsdaily until Sunday January 12. For more info,contact the museum on 01733 864663 or [email protected].
Luke Tyler
CHINESE NEW YEAR @PETERBOROUGH LIBRARIESDelve into Chinese culture and celebrate their New Year with PeterboroughLibraries. This time, it’s the Year of the Horse, and there are plenty of events toeducate and entertain the children. Prepare for stories, games and crafts such aspuppet making. Tickets are priced at £3 per child, suited for age 6 and over.Children must be accompanied by an adult.
The event runs from Saturday January 25 – Saturday February 1. For moreinfo, call 01733 864280 or email [email protected].
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EAST MEETS WEST WEDDINGFAIR @ THE HOLIDAY INNAre you looking to tie the knot? The East Meets West Wedding Fair takes place onSunday January 26 from 11am – 4pm at The Holiday Inn, where you can getinspiration for all aspects of your wedding. There’s everything under one roof forEuropean and Asian bridal traditions. These include what’s needed for lookingbeautiful on the day, right through to catering and evening entertainment.
If you register beforehand, you will be entered into a free competition to win abottle of champagne as well as a meal for two! There are also goody bags,competitions and demonstrations too.
There is a voluntary price of £1.50 for admittance, where the proceeds go to theWedding Wishing Well Foundation. This is a charity that organises and raisesfunds for weddings for terminally ill brides and grooms. Luke Tyler
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“It’s vitally important thatthe Key, again, becomesby the people, for thepeople.’’ The Key YouthTheatre’s Director, PaulCollings, told ESP that asthe venue celebrates 40years in the city thevenue has set the barhigh to connect with asmany people as possible.
If you fancy belly laughs with Hal Cruttenden, a sing-along with a Rocky Horror cinema screening orcelebrating Michael Jackson's hits with an amazingtribute act, then the Key will have something just foryou. These events were on last year and there’s an evenmore varied programme for theatre-goers available in2014.
The Key Theatre has extended its programme andfacilities in recent years with the help of Vivacity, a not-for-profit organisation managing many local culture andleisure facilities. It’s because of this that there is moreaccess to support and funding to help new productionshappen.
Looking back over the years though, there have certainlybeen some stars that’ve graced the stage. Some of youmight remember past appearances by stars such as SirIan McKellen, (now familiar to many as Gandalf in Lordof the Rings) and John Inman who was Mr Humphries inAre You Being Served. The Key isn’t just about nationalicons, though, their focus is on presenting a variety ofshows for the whole community.
One way they do this is by celebrating the talent on ourdoorstep. Many local companies regularly perform, suchas Peterborough Operatic and Dramatic Society and
Westwood Musical Society, putting local and regionalarts on the map. Eastern Angles are one local theatrecompany, producing plays about the city. They’re set tofeature River Lane this year, where a changingPeterborough is central to the story of three friends.
The Key Youth Theatre (KYT) is another long-standingsuccess, which gets local kids learning more about thearts and on the stage. They are Peterborough’s answerto Fame and even have award winners in KYGlee, whohave held the Dudley Choral Trophy for two years in arow! Well known for their lively annual summer
musicals, they now stage other productions throughoutthe year.
Much of this is down to the addition of the 96-seat KeyStudio extension. It’s a smaller space where performersare almost on top of the first row of the audience,changing the nature of the show. Paul states – “It’sgiven us more in terms of what we do with the YouthTheatre. It’s offered us the opportunity to do plays withthem.’’
The brilliant work of KYT is ongoing, getting more youngpeople and their families stuck in, although locals arealso encouraged to see the talent on show too. Thosewith a history in KYT include the Strictly Come Dancingand Stylophones singer Hayley Sanderson and actor andproducer Mark Curtis, inspiring those currently involved.
The addition of the Key Studio not only brings us brilliantchildren’s shows but has added to the city’s stand-upscene with monthly comedy nights courtesy of BottleRocket Comedy. Following its success last year a secondComedy Festival is being staged in March including bignames like Mark Thomas, David Baddiel and ChrisRamsey.
What’s more, the Glass House Acoustic sessions,similar to those that some will remember from theeighties have been reintroduced, offering a chilled-outSunday session in the upstairs bar, whilst the Key OpenSessions give local talent the chance to shine. All in all,the place has plenty for everyone these days.
Last year, Café Clarkes opened in the building, offeringtheir own take on classic British dishes. Their pre-showmeals mean that going out for entertainment and greatfood no longer requires painful planning.
Whilst it isn’t as large as its neighbours, the KeyTheatre's size offers something different for performersand audiences alike. The aim is to work alongside otherlocal venues. “I think there needs to be anunderstanding of what everybody does,” Paul notes.This understanding helps theatres “to not compete witheach other but support each other.” The idea is that themore we get a good taste of the theatre, the more likelywe are to be hungry for more.
It’s the Key's ambition to create a taste of the arts andother cultures for the community, something that Paulthinks will help us to grow “socially and artistically.” TheKey wants to cater for an ever growing city, where someresidents haven’t been to the theatre for a while, or areyet to try it out.
From comedy nights to live music, a lot’s changed at the Key Theatre overthe last 40 years and there’s more to come, as ESP’s Luke Tyler discovers…
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The identity of this theatre comes backto being “by the people, for thepeople.” Paul suggests that if you wanta certain type of show, then youshouldn’t hesitate to ask. He urges youto, “feed back about the venue” and“tell us the kind of things you’d like tosee here,” so that you feel like visitingmore often. With this in mind, the Key
Theatre has a range of events for theentire family from burlesque to Boycie,the Broadway Divas to Beatlemaniaand Sing-a-long-a Grease to SweetChairty. Pick up a programme and seewhat could be your cup of tea.
Box office: 01733 207239.
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“I would like to congratulate ESP on reaching thismilestone – I always enjoy reading the youthfuland vibrant style that the magazine presents”
Kevin Tighe, Chief Executive, Vivacity
So what now? We’re all skint andtherefore have to spend the next fewweeks locked inside with nothing to do? Itdoesn’t have to be that way.
Below is a list of things to do inPeterborough on a budget. Somesuggestions won’t cost you a penny.
Sign up to Groupon. After signing yourselfup to Groupon, you’ll be sent an emaildaily. These emails are full of local deals.As a member I’ve managed to get up to70% off local meals and fun days out, suchas bowling, Laserforce etc. By the way…no, I do not work for Groupon.
Experience the Forty Years On exhibition.It’s your last chance to see this greatdisplay for free, with its final day atPeterborough Museum being on SundayJanuary 12. The exhibition is the result ofa unique partnership between the Vivacity
Archives Service and the Eastern AnglesTheatre Company.
Forty Years On tells the story ofPeterborough when it began its rapidexpansion during the late 60s and early70s. Imagine Peterborough city centrewithout Queensgate… perhaps you caneven remember it?
You can listen to the radio adverts thatwere part of the media campaign to attractnewcomers to the city, and children canenjoy the activity corner, set against themusic and fashions of the 60s and 70s.
Original photographs, maps anddocuments are also on display. For moreinfo, call 01733 864663 or visitwww.vivacity-peterborough.com
Take a walk around Ferry Meadows.Give your family a much needed dose offresh air after being cooped up indoorsover Christmas eating and hibernating. It’sundoubtedly one of the nicest placesaround, so have a walk in the crispsurroundings and catch the great 25 YearsOn Nene Park anniversary photographicexhibition by local street photographerChris Porsz. He’s taken candid picturesthere throughout the year and reallycaptured the essence of why everyoneloves the park.
And why not walk around the park guidedby a ranger? On Thursday January 23,Ian Lowe will take you on a four mile walk,pointing out interesting things along theway and you’ll get the chance to ask anyquestions you may have. If you want totake the walk (1.30pm – 4pm) it’s free but
booking is essential. Call the Nene ParkTrust on 01733 234193.
A little bit more walking. Why all thewalking? Because if you’re anything likeme, you’ll need it after eating so muchthroughout December. Did you know thatPeterborough is home to an Inns andTaverns Tour, Historic Peterborough Tourand Crime and Punishment Tour? They’reworth looking up as they’re a greatopportunity to get to know your city’shistory better, and they’re all just £5 each.
Listen to some fab music. On January 8,BBC Radio 3 will be broadcasting theChoral Evensong live from PeterboroughCathedral. There’ll be great singing fromthe young girl choristers and lay clerks, andtrust me it’s absolutely wonderful to listento! You need to be seated at 3.15pm for a3.30pm start, and the singing will last foraround an hour… And best if all, it’s free.
Become an ‘Insider’. We’ve all had a moanabout the price of going to the cinemasthese days, and I think the Showcase teamhave been listening… because they’renow giving away Insider memberships.Sign up to be an Insider and you can see
any film for just £5 after 7pm on a Sunday,as well as all day Mondays and Tuesdays.You’ll also often get to see a film a weekor so before its general release.
Join the Key Theatre Club. Join andbecome a Key.I.P and you’ll save a fortuneon shows throughout the year.Membership starts at £6.50 and membersreceive invites to special after-showevents, away days to theatres, half priceprogrammes (when printed by KeyTheatre) and much more. Call for moredetails on 01733 207239.
Visit www.espmag.co.uk. We have an‘offers’ section on our website. Offers areregularly added to the site for cheap nightsout including half price meals, and 2 for 1on days out. Check our website regularlyas you never know what might pop up onit.
You may also be surprised by what offersare out there throughout the year. Placeslike Lakeside Bowl have nights andcertain hours where you’ll get a hugediscount.
Before you go anywhere, it’s worthchecking if they have a website. If they dohave offers, vouchers, or cheap hours,they’ll likely be mentioned online.
So, here’s to a great and CHEAP NewYear!
Mikey Clarke
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ESP’s Lorenzo Montefortecatches up with Peterboroughactor Luke Pasqualino in hisswashbuckling new role onBBC One…Luke and I have been friends since we were
children, but after leaving primary school and going
our separate ways it was always difficult to hang
out. Since getting his big break in Skins, Luke’s been
travelling around the world filming and this was the
first time in five years that I’d had chance to really
catch up on his adventures.
“It has had its ups and downs,” Luke told me as he
looked back over the last few years. “I got my agent
when I just turned 16 and got my first job at 18. It’s
been quite a busy period but the worst part of this
job is not doing it because I get bored just sitting
around!”
This 23-year-old former Walton school pupil was
always pretty hyperactive as a kid so it was no
surprise his family enrolled him at a drama
workshop at Lady Lodge Arts Centre in Orton to
channel his energy, and that’s where it all started.
He got the acting bug and once he left school he
cracked on with as many auditions as possible
before eventually making it in Skins. Since then he’s
appeared in The Borgias with Jeremy Irons,
Battlestar Galactica: Blood & Chrome, films
including The Apparition, Love Bite and Snowpiercer
(coming soon) as well as making TV appearances on
shows including Miranda.
Now Luke’s set to become a household name
appearing in BBC One’s forthcoming new version of
The Musketeers. So as his career takes off even
further I wonder what the highlights have been so
far.
“I think recently working with Peter Capaldi the new
Doctor Who, who was on The Musketeers with
me,” says Luke. “He’s taught me a lot. I took time to
observe him and analyse how he takes the lines
from the page and brings them to life. Doing the film
Snowpiercer was absolutely brilliant because I got
to work with so many amazing actors like John Hurt,
Chris Evans, Tilda Swinton, Jamie Bell and Octavia
Spencer.”
Although acting’s perceived as a glamorous
profession Luke says he’s certainly been putting in
the hours with a gruelling schedule during the
making of The Musketeers which airs soon.
“Days are long and early starts. Normally a 13 hour
day will consist of two hours getting ready,
breakfast, line run, makeup etc and normally we get
given a schedule in advance before filming starts
stating which scenes will be filmed on which day so
there’s plenty of time to prepare.”
I’m sure his new role will show his versatility but for
many people Luke will forever be Freddie from Skins
and he says he remains in contact with many of the
cast from the show that gave him his big break.
“I have indeed. I still speak to them all but I see
Kaya Scodelario a lot more than the others. We
don’t get the opportunities to meet up as much as
we would like because we are all working now.”
Luke’s been involved in many productions of
different genres including sci-fi, history and comedy.
Knowing him as a child, I always saw him as a
comedian but which is his preference?
“I do enjoy the comedy very much. If I could, I’d like
to do more comedy but I also enjoy the drama. If I
could mix the two together like Musketeers, it’s an
ideal job for me.”
When asked what’s been his favourite project so far,
he’s torn – “The one that has been most memorable
would have to be between Skins and The
Musketeers. Skins was the most memorable
because it was my first big thing and taught me a
lot about myself.”
The Musketeers is a thrilling 10-part BBC Drama
series, which is a fresh take on the classic
characters created by Alexandre Dumas in his much-
loved novel set in 17th-century Paris, where law and
order is more an idea than reality.
“I play D’Artagnan who’s a very hot headed guy,”
explains Luke. “He doesn’t become a Musketeer
until later on in the series. When you first meet him
he’s riding through Paris with his father and then
something happens to his father which makes him
try to avenge what has happened. He then meets
the other Musketeers and almost comes to blows
with them. They see something in D’Artagnan
which they like, so they bring him on board and try
to nurture him into becoming a Musketeer.”
So what does the future hold for our famous film
star?
“We are hopefully looking into a second series of
The Musketeers. If that goes again we will be
filming in early April, start prepping mid-March and
back into bootcamp for more sword-fighting and
horse riding. But I must admit, I am currently
enjoying the time off and spending it with my family
and friends.”
We can’t wait to see Luke in action! Keep an eye on
www.espmag.co.uk for the latest on the series as
we get it – follow us on twitter and facebook to get
the news first.
Lorenzo and Luke
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BACK INTHE DAY...Welcome to my new monthly feature when I’ll be diggingout photos from 15 years of Man About Town and Paparazziarchives. I’ve taken hundreds of photos over the years andwill be reminiscing over some of the best with faces andplaces from back in the day.
Remember when Girls Aloud came to town? Theyperformed (sorry, mimed) half a dozen tracks in Faithnightclub – it must’ve been more than eight years ago –maybe longer.
I recall being quite nervous for a change and had to writemy questions down to keep me focused. My memoriesfrom that night were:
• I had a zit the size of a moon crater on my forehead• I sneezed all over the bowl of fruit Faith laid on for the
girls and none of them obliged thereafter• Nicola hardly said a word and when she did she asked
me where the toilet was• Cheryl was full of her own self-importance (surprise,
surprise)• I couldn’t find an interpreter to tell me what Nadine’s
responses to my questions were• Kimberley was the fittest• Sarah was definitely the dirtiest • All off them (apart from Kimberley) looked like they
hadn’t eaten for ten years
But the best part was giving Sarah my phone number. Iscribbled it on the corner of my interview notes, tore it offand put it in her hand as she approached the makeshiftstage. She winked at me and put it in her pocket.
I never did get a call. She obviously forgot to check herpockets before doing her laundry, looked for the numberafterwards and saw that it smudged in the wash. Sarahmust have been devastated.
SELFIE PIONEEREDALL BY MYSELFSo, taking a photo of yourself is ‘in’ at the moment but I’ve been doing it foryears!
Not only was I clearly ahead of my time in pioneering the ‘selfie’, I also gotthe art form down to a couple of seconds instead of the average 16minutes it takes women, according to a Superdrug survey.
Apparently it takes the average woman 11 minutes to apply her make-upand five minutes to achieve the best pose.
These selfies in San Francisco (2010), Las Vegas (2010) and Pompeii (2012)took all of ten seconds combined. Granted, the Vegas one is a tad out offocus but I’d been on an all-nighter and keeping my eyes open, let alonefocusing was a miracle in itself.
And, one could argue the photo in San Francisco isn’t technically a sefie,but just look at the expert composition. I wonder if it’s not too late to patentmy discovery?
GYMI know it’s January butdon’t bother: verruca, meatheads, Kiss FM, ex-byrds,BO sauna, sweaty stepper,no parking, random pubichairs, cold showers,grunting, builder’s crack,broken locker, nail clippings,always a Ben and Matt andstroppy cleaners. Save yourmoney and stop eatinginstead.
MY WORD OFTHE MONTH
Just when you thought you’d sunk enough bottlesof wine over the festive period, Balderston go andannounce a wine tasting event to be held in theirHampton showroom on February 7. And good onthem!
The Friday night tipple taster session will bebrought to us courtesy of Balderston customerRichard Friedman, who along with several BMWmotorbikes, also happens to own a vineyard inSouth Africa.
Richard will be sharing his experiences of epiclong distance journeys made on two wheels,while we sample bottles of his finest producewith cheese and crackers.
The event’s open to the public and youdon’t have to be a Balderston customeror even a biker to attend. Actually, youdon’t even have to like wine – justcome along and I’ll drink your share(from a BMW mug as demonstratedby TJ and I).
For details visitwww.balderston.net or call 01733565470.
Also, this year marks the 75thanniversary of Balderston and notmany family-run businesses canclaim this accolade inPeterborough. Watch this spacewith news on how they plan tocelebrate it…
CAUGHT IN THE ACT!
To quote from a famous Bee Gees song: “You
should (in my case ‘not’) be dancing.”
I can count on one hand the peopleI know that possess genuineintegrity, generosity and sincerity.Fortunately for me one of thesepeople is a trusted colleague ofmine – his name is Ernest and heworks as a beadle at PeterboroughCity Council.
Some readers may have seenErnest volunteering at eventsacross the city such as The WillowFestival and Perkins Great EasternRun. He’s the most generous manwith his time I’ve ever met andwith sharing what he owns.
Ernest’s humility is part of hischarm. No matter what kind of dayI’m having he has a knack ofpoetically sharing his words ofwisdom that serve as a reminder tocount my blessings.
His native Ghana remains close to his heart and Ernest regularly sends parcels back homefor children and young people to enjoy. Our everyday items such as pens, pencils, colouringbooks and discarded clothing are gratefully received.
Ernest is a member of London-based charity the Ghana Sports Promotion Association, whichaims to prevent or relieve poverty by providing grants or facilities to enable young people toparticipate in healthy activities.
For the last two years Ernest has taken surplus Perkins Great Eastern Run t-shirts and medalsback to his homeland and last year one of the local children’s football teams played in therunning jersey.
The aim is to go one better this year, as Ernest and a group of volunteer fundraisers fromaround the city who’ve formed Ernest’s Embrace, are looking at the possibility of staging afun run in Ghana that takes place on the same day as the Perkins Great Eastern Run.
It’s a tall order but the support for Ernest, what he stands for and what he wants to achieveis gathering momentum and attracting some of the city’s most influential people.
Nobody deserves success more than Ernest and he deserves to achieve it on the content ofhis character alone. Good luck my ‘broda.’
RICKY HATTON INTOWN NEXT MONTHFormer welterweight boxing champion Ricky Hatton is one of Britain’s most popular andbravest boxers and he’s going to be in town on February 20.
The ‘Hitman’ is special guest at Kevin Sanders’ boxing dinner at the Solstice. For tickets callKevin on 01733 371912 or 07872 601467.
IS SHE NEGLECTING THECAR THIS WINTER?Just under half of Britons don’t treat their car as well in winter as they do in summer, arecent Be Wiser poll has found.
A quarter of respondents only do minimal maintenance in winter – just enough to keep ittopped up with water and ensure the windscreen wipers are working.
Some of us (she will remain nameless, but lives with me) was adamant she’d been regularlychecking the water (turns out it was the washer bottle) and wondered where the scratcheson her windscreen came from (the rubber on the wiper blades had worn down to the metal).
The poll doesn’t show a male / female breakdown but at the risk of sounding sexist, I’mpleased to report the lady in my life assured me she’s well prepared for winter driving.
The conversation went like this… (ME): “So, have you sorted an emergency kit for your carnow it’s winter?” (HER): “Yes. I’ve got a spare lip balm in the glove box and a new, just forwinter, cranberry and pine scented air freshener.”
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“All of us at Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospiceare really grateful for the fantastic support wehave received from ESP over many years.
“Their continued support means so much to usand the major promotion of appeals andevents like Glamour Galore and Starlight Hikemakes such a difference to our fundraising.
“And it’s not just the major events. Regularmentions of all our fundraising efforts and theloan of the Face of ESP for events are just asvaluable to us.
Thank you, ESP. Keep up the goodwork!”
Jackie Page Fundraiser, Sue Ryder
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We know your purse/wallet is probably on the skinny sideafter all that festive spending and sales shopping so we’vejoined forces with Outfit at Serpentine Green shopping centrein Hampton to help you out.
Outfit brings together the best high street brands in onestylish, easy-to-shop store so how great would it be to have£100 to go wild with?!
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To get your name in our shopping bag just text oremail us the word OUTFIT along with your name,address and contact number by 5pm on January 31.
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We love a bit of good news andSacrewell’s 50th is certainly a milestone tocelebrate and as ever they have a busyyear ahead with some great events.Another reason for the guys there to partythough is the recent £1.4m HeritageLottery grant to restore the 18th CenturyWatermill, which will help firm it up as akey attraction for the city.
It’s not just a place to pet lambs and feedthe animals, or just a place for kids –Sacrewell has been educating everyoneabout farming and where their food comesfrom for years.
Way back in 1964 Sacrewell Farm lookedvery different. It was a fully working farmbut began its move towards becoming aneducation and tourism attraction when TheWilliam Scott Abbott Trust was formedthat year by Mary Scott Abbott. Having nochildren, she wanted to create a legacy inmemory of her husband, who passed awaythe year before, combining his passions foradvancing farming, food and education.
These days the land is leased out toRiverford Organic who support SacrewellFarm and the William Scott Abbott Trust intheir educational goals. The Trust focuseson running the educational side of things
and the farm park while Riverford do thefarming. So what has made Sacrewell lastso long as a visitor attraction?
“The support of the community in andaround Peterborough has kept us going for50 years and will do long into the future,”marketing and communications officerMegan Horner told ESP. “Without thesupport of our members and visitors eachyear, as a charity we could not keep going!We try to offer them something differenteach year to keep them coming back butour range of events, including lambing andthe Big Bunny Hunt at Easter, bring peopleback every year.”
Sacrewell Farm offers everyone a fun andeducational day out in the Cambridgeshirecountryside. They’re open all year round tobe as accessible as possible so you can getout in the fresh air whatever the season.
Megan Horner says – “People who visit uslove our tractor rides, feeding our friendlyanimals and exploring our 18th CenturyWatermill. What most people don’t realiseis that Sacrewell Farm is a heritage site.Our Watermill is Grade II* listed, putting itin the top eight per cent significantbuildings in the country and making itimportant internationally too! People inPeterborough have this on their doorstep.”
The recent grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund to restore the Watermill will make it fully accessible and functionalby summer 2015. The first stages begin inspring this year.
“It will increase our audience andeducational offer by becoming a centre formilling excellence,” explains Megan. “Wewill be milling our own flour for bread andteaching people the traditional skillsinvolved in it. The mill will also become acentre for living history. Focusing on the1940s and the Farm’s rich history in itsinvolvement in the Second World War, wewill bring history to life using a skilledteam of volunteers who we will berecruiting and training from the localcommunity. The mill will not only benefitthe Farm, it will benefit the widercommunity too.”
2014 will see a new range of events at theFarm which will incorporate their 50thanniversary celebrations, plus they’reinvesting in their play facilities to ensurethey’re able to provide a fun day out in all
weather. So if you haven’t been beforemaybe this 50th year is the time to take acloser look.
“Without sounding too clichéd, SacrewellFarm really is a hidden treasure,” saysMegan. “There’s so much more to us thana farm park – for a start we’re a charity!
“We want people to bring their familiesand see first-hand what there is here. Ithink we are individual in that there reallyis something for everyone – we cater foradults and children equally and that is onlygoing to increase in the coming years. Wewant people who have never seen awatermill to go away having learnedsomething from us, we want children whohave never touched a sheep to go away inawe and know that their baked beans fortea are grown in a field and do not comeout of a tin! And we want people tounderstand that every penny they spendhere goes back into the Trust.”
We will keep you posted on all the specialevents and keep an eye onwww.espmag.co.uk for all the latestnews or visit www.sacrewell.org.uk formore details.
It’s a year when several Peterborough attractions are celebrating specialanniversaries and everyone’s favourite, Sacrewell Farm, is 50!
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The charity firewalk at The Dragon pub in Werrington was another verywell attended success with plenty of regulars bravely hot footing it on thecoals! Carole Stone was our lady behind the lens.
The party crowd were out in force at Edwards, Flares and Red Room onBroadway with Mitch Brewster capturing the action.
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Sophie’s new album Wanderlust is released onJanuary 20 and will be followed by a 10 dateUK tour this April.
Partnered up with Brendan Cole on the 11thseries of the popular dance show, Sophie lovedevery minute of Strictly and went on to dazzle onthe dancefloor showing us a different side to the‘pop princess’ we all know and love.
Sophie says she gave it her all but not to beatother contestants – “Well I’m quite competitivewith myself – I’m not a competitive person withother people. I’m actually quite a good little pupilreally, a goody goody… whatever I do I will betrying my hardest.”
She may now have nailed the ballroomtechnique, having started out full of self doubt,but when it comes to hitting the dancefloor withher mates she admits she’s far more relaxed –“I’m not a bad person to be dancing with, I go forit. I keep changing my moves every few beats.I’m certainly enthusiastic, and always smiling.”
Now though it’s back to real pop business! TheApril tour will kick off in Birmingham on April 7and already a second London show at UnionChapel on April 11 has been announced due todemand.
Wanderlust will be Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s fifthstudio album. Co-written, produced and arranged
by acclaimed singer-songwriter Ed Harcourt,Wanderlust was recorded in a London studio injust two weeks with a tightly-knit group ofmusicians and friends.
The first single, Young Blood, is a life affirmingtestament to true love, beautifully accompaniedby Ed Harcourt’s plaintive piano and soaringstring arrangement.
A collaboration that, on the face of it, may havesurprised some people, turned out to make a lotof sense. Early on in the process, Sophie decidedthat “the best gift I could give myself was to self-fund it. I still wanted it to meet the criteria ofgreat pop, but I wanted to step back fromsomething that was really autotuned or heavilytreated.
"The album is about roaming and your sense ofwhere you come from, and how you take homewith you but you also have this desire to get outthere and see the world,” says Sophie. “I foundmaking this album really empowering. I felt likeafter ten years of making records, this is like thebiggest present to myself. I’m really proud of itand I feel really excited.”
Sophie’s new album sees the 34-year-old starblossoming into an accomplished singer-songwriter with its 11 powerfully understatedsongs showcasing a newfound maturity, bothlyrically and musically.
For Sophie, Wanderlust represents a welcome, ifunplanned, squaring of the circle. Before the solocareer, before pop stardom, before ad campaignsin glossy magazines and, yes, before Strictly,there was a music fan who had her head turnedby songwriters who believed in albums assomething more than a collection of pop songs.It’s taken her a long time to get around to makinga record which aspires to the same values. Withchange comes an element of risk. But SophieEllis-Bextor is absolutely fine with that: “If you’reout there, you’ve got to earn your right to berelevant. I’ve got no desire to rest on my laurels.There has to be some sense of forward motion.”
Tickets for the April tour are on sale now and areavailable fromwww.livenation.co.uk/artist/sophie-ellis-bextor-tickets
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It certainly hasn’t been murder on the dancefloor forSophie Ellis-Bextor over the last few weeks as shestrutted her stuff, oh so elegantly, on BBC One’sStrictly Come Dancing, but now it’s time to get readyto return to the stage as she prepares for a new tour.
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MANDELA: LONG WALK TO FREEDOMReleased: January 3
After his recent passing, this biopicof Nelson Mandela – played byBritish actor Idris Elba – is evenmore poignant. Let’s hope despitemixed early reviews that Elba doesthe great man justice – withNaomie Harris (Skyfall) playing histhen-wife Winnie. The filmchronicles Mandela’s life –including his 27 years in prison – inhis battle to unite a segregatedSouth Africa against the backdropof Apartheid.
Cast: Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender, Benedict Cumberbatch, Brad PittDirector: Steve McQueen
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Those of us Brits hoping thatColin Firth may recreate some ofhis Oscar-winning magic of TheKing’s Speech may bedisappointed with this wardrama only receiving middlingearly reviews. Fellow Oscar-winner Nicole Kidman and WarHorse’s Jeremy Irvine co-star asFirth’s war veteran looks toconfront those responsible for historture on Japan’s prisoner ofwar ‘Death Railway’ duringWorld War II.
THE WOLF OF WALL STREETReleased: January 17
The dream team of MartinScorsese and Leonardo DiCaprioreunite for this true story-basedcomedy crime caper. DiCapriostars as Jordan Belfort, who wentfrom wealthy stockbroker livingthe high life, before falling foul ofcrime and corruption – and thefederal government. Only time willtell if this biographical movie,which co-stars MatthewMcConaughey and Jonah Hill,will be in Oscar contention.
GRUDGE MATCHReleased: January 24
If you’ve always wanted to seeSylvester Stallone’s Rocky Balboaface off against Robert De Niro’sJake La Motta well now you can.Kinda. They star as a pair ofageing boxers who are coaxedout of retirement for one finalbout – thirty years after their lastmatch. This dramady co-starsfellow screen veteran KimBasinger, and comedic actorKevin Hart, who recently rose tocritical prominence with hismovie Let Me Explain.
JACK RYAN: SHADOW RECRUITReleased: January 24
After a decade-long hiatus StarTrek’s Chris Pine brings TomClancy’s legendary character –most famously played by HarrisonFord – back to life. The filmchronicles a young Ryan’sfledgling CIA career, as a covertanalyst who uncovers a Russianplot to crash the US economy witha terrorist attack in this thrillerwhich co-stars Keira Knightley,Kevin Costner and KennethBranagh (who also directs).
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It’s Oscar season – and this isundoubtedly the favourite.British actor Chiwetel Ejiofor – best known for second string roles in the likes ofAmerican Gangster, Inside Man and 2012 – finally gets the plaudits he deservesin this amazing based-on-a-true-story slavery drama.
He stars as a free black man in pre-Civil War America, who is abducted fromNew York and sold into slavery.
Over an unforgettable twelve-year odyssey he experiences cruelty – primarilyfrom his slave owner (Michael Fassbender) – and unexpected kindness, as hestruggles to not only stay alive, but retain his dignity.
Brad Pitt and Benedict Cumberbatch – who seems to appear in just abouteverything at the moment – co-star in the film that will probably go head-to-headwith Gravity for the Best Film Academy Award.
One thing’s for sure, Ejiofor should be a shoe-in for Best Actor . . .
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The battle lines have been drawn for the next generation ofconsoles – but there’s virtually nothing to choose between them.After trying them both – do you go for the more home entertainment friendly Xbox One or the slightly more powerful Playstation 4? The answer is you’ve probably alreadychosen your poison as a fan of either console. But what about the exclusive and third-party launch titles? ESP gives you the lowdown on what is available now…
With cutting-edge design and technology – now including improved Kinect and Blu-rayplayer – there’s no better game to showcase Microsoft’s new console than RYSE: SON OFROME. This luscious-looking game may be quite a simple hack-and-slasher at heart, but ifone game shows off the fledgling abilities of your new console this is it. The same goes forthe latest edition in the Forza franchise. FORZA 5 does lose some of the variety of theprevious version (like the number of tracks), but you’ll hardly care with a game that boastsstunning visuals and drives like a dream. A must for any Xbox racing fan. DEAD RISING 3continues the tradition of the series with another exciting entry. It may not quite utilise thevisuals of the previous two games, but zombie-slaying has never been so much fun with itsfine plethora of weaponry. Finally for you animal lovers, ZOO TYCOON is a competentlyinteractive title that will make your heart melt with gorgeously rendered animals – even ifthe Kinect controls still leave a little to be desired.
The gamer-focused Sony entry boasts powerful graphics, impressivefunctionality – particularly with the PS Vita – and an improved DualshockController, with their Killzone shooter franchise heralding in the next generation.KILLZONE: SHADOW FALL boasts stunning graphics, a great multiplayer anda single-player campaign that thinks outside the box. Talking of that, anotherPlaystation title, KNACK, deserves plaudits for showing plenty of ingenuity – asa shape-shifting hero takes on a goblin army – despite this brawling-actionershowing plenty of repetition. Finally, the PS4 got next-gen exclusivity with thespecial version of the popular DC Comics’ fighting game, INJUSTICE: GODSAMONG US – ULTIMATE EDITION. This package adds the likes of Batgirland General Zod – and added gameplay balance – to the initial version thatalready boasted the likes of Superman and Batman.
While all of these titles were covered in the last issue, bar NEED FOR SPEED: RIVALS, which provides the usual franchise highs of impressive visuals, great car chases and terrific all-round handling – all these last-gen titles have been visually enhanced for both Xbox One and Playstation 4 consoles.
Whether intense single-player or online shooting with CALL OF DUTY: GHOSTS or BATTLEFIELD 4; ghosting around the Caribbean in ASSASSIN’S CREED IV: BLACK FLAG; playingin great sports packages with FIFA 14 and NBA 2K14; or battling with LEGO MARVEL SUPER HEROES in famous brick-form, these are all worth the step up to the next generation.
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If you’re looking to turnover a new leaf and bemore green-minded thisyear, why not follow thePeterborough EnvironmentCity Trust and help plant aforest for Peterborough,cycle the Green Wheel orjoin the Greeniversity?You might be aware of PeterboroughEnvironment City Trust (PECT) becauseyou’ve had fun at the Green Festival inCathedral Square or you might be one ofthe hundreds of volunteers who’ve helpedplant over 50,000 trees as part of thefantastic Forest for Peterborough project,or you might just have enjoyed the miles ofwonderful cycleways that are part of theGreen Wheel.
There are so many things that PECT havebeen involved in but the actualorganisation might be new to you – butbelieve us when we tell you these guyshave made a huge difference in so manyways to making Peterborough a moreenvironmentally friendly, greener city!
The Trust is a charity set up followingPeterborough’s designation as a UKEnvironment City in 1992. PECT carries out
research and implements practical projectsto protect and improve the environment.
It’s a time of significant anniversaries formany places and organisations inPeterborough at the moment and PECTrecently celebrated it’s 20th anniversary.Thanks to the work of PECT and itspartners, Peterborough is becoming knownfor ground-breaking sustainability work oflocal, regional and national significance.
PECT’s Chief Executive Rachel Huxley toldESP – “Twenty years ago, Peterboroughcemented its commitment to becoming amore sustainable city. Today, thanks to ourpartners, supporters, volunteers andprojects, PECT has helped the city drive itssustainability vision and gain therecognition it deserves.
“In our 20th year, it’s a great opportunity toreview all that’s been achieved and look athow Peterborough has grown andadapted. We now have the Green Wheel,over 1,000 businesses have joined theInvestors in the Environment accreditationscheme, and we are now taking extrasteps to tackle fuel poverty. These are justthe beginning of a long list of highlights.”
Here are just a few of their keyachievements…
• 1993 – PECT founded in response toPeterborough’s designation as one offour UK Environment Cities.
• 1994 - The Peterborough Environmentand Energy Advice Centre was openedby HRH The Prince of Wales.
• 1997 - Phase 1 of the Green Wheelbegan with negotiations withlandowners to secure the rights of wayacross their land that spanned morethan three-quarters of the route.
• 2000 – The Green Wheel opened.• 2005 – The Eastex scheme savedbusinesses over £300,000 and divertedover 5,000 tonnes of materials awayfrom landfill.
• 2008 – Peterborough became a ZeroWaste place following a joint projectbetween PECT and Queensgate.
• 2009 –Warm Homes Peterboroughtackled fuel poverty in the city. 1,500households received advice on reducingenergy consumption and reducing fuelbills.
• 2012 – Over 1,000 businesses havejoined Investors in the Environment totake advantage of the money savingadvice on offer.
• 2013 – Over 26,000 pupils are involvedin environmental education and over90% of Peterborough schools areengaged in ‘greening’ their building.
Find out more about all their work, projectsand future events on www.pect.org.uk
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“We would like to wish ESP a very Happy Birthdayand take this opportunity to say thank you toeveryone at the magazine for all of their supportover the years.
“ESP has been instrumental in helping us toshowcase all of the amazing events thatQueensgate has hosted over the years. This yearalone has seen the centre celebrate the opening ofCarluccio’s through to our fabulous AutumnFashion Fix weekend hosted by Vanessa White andmost recently, the most successful Christmas lightswitch on to date.
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Visit the Green BackyardThe Green Backyard isn’t run by PECT but is often used by the team for events. It’s a vibrantcommunity growing project in the heart of Peterborough that was established in 2009 and isrun entirely by volunteers.
This once derelict former allotment site, across the road from the Peterborough Unitedfootball ground, (next to Apex House) has been transformed into a beautiful and productivecommunity allotment that’s open to everyone. You’ll often find informative, practicaldemonstrations and workshops being held there or you can head down to one of their regularvolunteer days to get involved and learn a whole host of new skills at the same time. Fromfruit and vegetable growing to habitat creation and composting, there’s something foreveryone!
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Join the GreeniversityIn a nutshell, Greeniversity helps people get together and learn practical skills and informationfor sustainable communities of the future. Whether it’s cooking, growing, making or mending– anything goes as long as it’s green or helps build community spirit. The aim is to get morepeople learning things that ensure a healthy, active life. This could be growing food, it couldbe riding a bike, it could be knitting, massage, yoga or dance!
Greeniversity classes are for adults and are taught by ordinary people. You can take a one offlesson or a five week course – Greeniversity is very flexible. The most important thing is tohave fun and meet new people while you learn how to be a little greener.
Find out more on www.greeniversity.org.uk
Forest for PeterboroughIn 2010 Peterborough Environment City Trust launched the Forest for Peterborough, anambitious project to plant over 180,000 trees in and around the city by 2030. In an areawhere tree coverage is below the national average, they want to create a network ofwooded areas, improving our green spaces, the quality of the air we breathe, and alsomaking sure that Peterborough is less vulnerable to the effects of flooding and otherextreme weather.
They need to plant at least 9,000 trees each year to meet their target by 2030 so they needyour help! You can get involved all year round, with tree warden days in the spring andsummer, and planting days in the autumn and winter.
These fun social events are great for getting involved at every stage from planting tonurturing whilst meeting new people and you’ll feel a great sense of achievement as yousee the benefit of your hard work.
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Manager Lee Arnold has taken on four newrecruits (two sales guys, a trainee salespersonand a business manager pictured) to meet thedemand of customers who now have thechoice of an extra 250 cars to choose fromfollowing the addition of a covered outdoorcanopy.
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Consumer champion and Daily Telegraphcolumnist, Honest John provides impartial car
buying advice through its website. To besuitable for a coveted HAT award, businesses– among other attributes – should be deliveringconsistent exceptional experience to motoristsand pass a ‘mystery shop.’
So, it’s HATs off to Motorpoint who pride
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A recent AA/Populus survey of more than21,000 members, found that nearly 30 percent of them did not pack warm clothing intheir car during wintry weather in case of abreakdown or delay.
Women were more likely to pack a blanketor sleeping bag but they were 10 per centless likely to carry a shovel in the carcompared to men (46% v 56%).
I’ve barely got room for a man bag in mycar let alone a shovel and where would Iput one in my Alfa Spider? The thought of ashovel in my car reminds me of theopening scenes in Goodfellas… Enoughsaid.
But if you’re keen to pimp your motor withan emergency kit, which is tailored morefor navigating icy mountain roads in theAlps rather than a gritted Fletton HighStreet, then the AA has a wide range ofproducts to choose from.
Top of the range is the AA EmergencyWinter Car Kit (£34.99). It includes acompact foldable snow shovel, an adulthigh visibility vest, an emergency foilblanket, a 9-LED torch, snow and ice grips,booster cables and a poncho. All you needis a portable kettle and some Bovril andyou’ll be as snug as a bug in a rug.
Visit the AA.com/shop where you’ll findeverything you need for winter drivingapart from Bovril.
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CALENDARGIRLSPRETTY IN PINKLast year The Pink Car Rallyfundraising team, which stopped offin Peterborough, raised more than£17,000 for the Little Princess Trustcharity and some of their bestmoments have been captured oncamera for a 2014 calendar.
The charity raises money to give 'realhair' wigs to children and youngpeople who lose their own hair,primarily through chemotherapy andthe £17k will fund 48 wigs.
The calendar cover photo features aline-up of pink Fiat 500s and theinside features ladies in, shall we say,poses we’re unaccustomed to. It’s agiggle and money well spent for just£5. Check it out at www.pink-car-rally.com or visit the Facebook pagewww.facebook.com/PinkCarRally
BRITISH ICONLANDMARKSThis year sees the 150th anniversary of the birth ofSir Henry Royce, motoring and aviation pioneer whofounded Rolls-Royce with Charles Rolls. It’s also thecentenary of the founding of Aston Martin.
A Rolls Royce Silver Shadow and an Aston MartinDB9 are on my Lotto list. They’re symbolic to Britainlike fish & chips and Coronation Street. Someoneshould create a stamp collection of what makesBritain so great.
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It’s pedal to the metal at Motorpoint in Fengate who’ve expanded their team to cope with more showroom footfall and its ever increasing car range.
It’s the time of year when many of us are polishing offthe last of the Christmas goodies ready to start the newhealth kick for the coming few weeks, days or the onethat lasts until the next meal!
We all want to feel energised, vibrant and light. Whatwe put into our mouths can help us do just that, or it canleave us with low energy, poor digestion, poorconcentration, cravings, joint pains, inflammation and alot more.
When we keep it simple and choose foods that are asclose to that which nature provided then we benefitfrom vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients, fibre andenzymes that you don’t get from a food that’s beenheavily interfered with by man, and stripped of thegoodness Mother Nature intended for us.
So much of what we choose today is manufactured insome way, some very heavily. One such food group thatis highly processed is oil (fats/lipids). When we read‘vegetable’ oil we automatically see this as healthy.
We do not find oil in nature – to make oil from plantfoods such as sunflower seeds, soybean, corn,safflower, nuts, canola, olives and other seeds theygo through a process of heating, adding chemicalsolvents, degumming, adding bleaches and more,finishing with deodorising chemicals to remove thenow rancid smell of the finished product. Once theseplant foods have gone through this, all the naturalelements have gone and you’re left with highlyprocessed oil which is left very unstable chemically andcan further oxidise with light and heat. The worstoffenders are the cheap oils and these are often foundhidden in the baking industry from cakes, biscuits,crackers, crisps as well as showing up in mayonnaise,salad dressings, sauces and more.
These oils are not health giving – they over tax our liver,gallbladder and digestive system, the body can’t usethese and so it may contribute to ill health includinginflammation, cardiovascular disease, skin complaints,as well as adding more toxicity to the body.
Heating these cheaper oils as we do when weget home, adds more toxic compoundsdue to the high heat causing moreoxidative damage and producingmore free radicals whichcan damagetissues/cells.
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Coconut oil is one oil that is more stable when heated, ithas a high smoke point so the fat is not changedchemically by the high heat and not damaged. Manypeople avoid coconut due to its high saturated fat, butthis fat is cholesterol free, can help support metabolismand may also reduce cholesterol, it’s more easily brokendown during digestion without being a burden on theliver and gallbladder. However, like every fat, use inmoderation.
Olive oil is better used for low temperature cooking ordrizzled over a salad. Again the cheaper versions willhave suffered the same fate as those cheap vegetableoils so it’s better to pay more for good quality olive oil.
Butter is a natural food and contains some fatty acidsalso needed for brain development. Over the yearsbutter got a lot of bad press when all fats were labelledbad and in particular saturated fats. But enjoying a littledollop on some steamed broccoli or a scraping over anegg can be enjoyed as butter is natural, but as with allfats – go easy!
When buying oils choose the best, theunrefined oils that are cold pressed such asolive, avocado, seed and nuts oils that haven’tgone through these toxic processes, and arestored in small dark bottles so you aren’texposing them to light and oxygen.
We need some fats in our diet as they provide afatty membrane around our cells, reduceinflammation, produce hormones, support brainfunction, insulate our nervous system, keep skinsupple, support detoxification, give us energy,absorb our fat soluble vitamins and more.
When it comes to enjoying fat in our meals wedon’t need an oil slick as too much of any fathowever natural is not advised. Consider whatfat is on your plate at any one meal, for instanceif you have a piece of healthy oily fish, then optfor a fat free dressing. Or if you’re eating someavocado with your salad then avoid addingother fats such as nuts or oils. Maybe you enjoya feta salad and a few olives – again avoid oilydressings, opting for a squeeze of lemoninstead.
If you have used some oil for cooking and youneed more moisture then start to add in somewater or a little veg stock rather than more oil.This is a general rule, there may be times whena little more is needed if there are health issuesneeding to be addressed.
Fats still need to be respected but eating themin the ‘whole’ state or as natural as possiblewill help deliver the benefits. Apply restrictionson excess animal fats such as fatty meats,cheeses, full fat milk and butter.
When we need answers for our diet we needn’tlook far from nature, she knows best andalways will. Whole foods are better consumedthan a hijacked, manufactured form.
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BANYAN TREE LOOKSEVEN BETTER!If you weren’t lucky enough to have your office party at theBanyan Tree on Westgate we recommend you drop in soon tocheck out the changes. The restaurant has always lookedfantastic but never one to sit still, owner Dinesh Odedra hasmade even more improvements to the place.
We have to say that the refurbishment looks amazing! Therestaurant’s been changed around creating some new diningspaces with some beautiful wall art and a lovely ambience.
The food’s just as good as ever though, no change there! For areal genuine taste of authentic Indian cuisine there’s nowherelike it. Book in on 01733 342800… remember it’s not long tilValentine’s Day!
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DOG IN A DOUBLETVALENTINE’S SPECIALTalking of Valentine’s Day, the Dog in a Doublet at Whittleseyhas announced an amazing aphrodisiac, sexy six course menuto help get you in the mood this February! It’ll be availableValentine’s weekend, Thursday, Friday and Saturday and
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The pub’s been brought back to life by chef John (whoappeared on TV’s Masterchef a few years back) and Della so ifyou haven’t been there for a while it’s worth taking a look. Theinterior and the menu have been transformed.
JAZZ BRUNCH AT THE BULLEnjoy a lazy Sunday brunch and chill out from your busyweekend at the Bull Hotel in the city centre. Whether you needto put your feet up after some sales shopping or just want abreak from the oven, they have some tasty dishes on the menuwhich you can enjoy with some live jazz music to keep youentertained. Drop in to refuel between 12.00 and 4pm orreserve a space on 01733 561364.
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Being left broke after Christmas doesn’t meanyou can’t still look your beautiful best. Therereally are some beauty bargains to be had socheck out my pick of the bunch and step into2014 with a big, beautiful bang!
Wet ‘n’ Wild Mega Wink Lash CurlingMascara, £1.99 – this really does give lashes aclever curl and delivers pretty peepers in notime!
Barry M Nail Paints, £2.89 – there’s no easierway to update your look quickly than by paintingyour nails and if you change your nail colour asoften as I do then there’s no point in spending afortune on nail polish. With over 50 shades tochoose from including pastels, neons and glittersBarry M is a truly brilliant bargain beauty buy.
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Avon’s New Ultra Colour Absolute lipstick,£8 – launching on January 24 this is Avon’s firstever colour and care all-in-one lipstick, offeringyou 10 on trend shades to choose from all ofwhich will give your lips the TLC they need. Yourlips will be left looking and feeling great thisseason all for under a tenner.
Palmers Cocoa Butter Body Lotion, £3.50 –this suit all body cream is loved by men andwomen all over. Best known for its stretch-markfighting qualities, that’s not all its good for;slather it on after your morning shower andbefore bed, slap it on your feet to sort outcracked heels or keep some on your desk anduse as a hand cream... so versatile yet so cheap.
Revlon Baby Stick Lips and Cheeks, £4.99 –doubling up your cheek and lip product not onlysaves you space but also saves you money. Thiseffortless stick gives you sheer, vibrant colourand is handy for on the go touch ups so you canlook lush at all times.
Dead Sea Spa Magik Algimud Face Maskavailable at Tesco, £3.60 – the deepest lake inthe world is famed for its relaxation and healingproperties but now you can take a little piece ofit home with you from your local Tesco store.This peel off mask hydrates and improvesfirmness, leaving your skin soft and refreshed!
CeleBrate yourNy with MBeMake sure you get off to a great New Year with 20% off SkinRejuvenation when you start your very own 10 Year Younger Plan. Not onlythat, they are also offering you a helping hand with reducing the effects ofChristmas indulgence with their Lipo-Belt Fat Reduction Treatments forjust £20 per session when you book four or more sessions during January.Normally £65 per session, the treatment is safe and effective giving youimmediate results; you can see an amazing 2cm disappearing in just onesession! Give My Body Essentials a call on 01733 305102 or visit theirwebsite at www.mybodyessentials.co.uk for more info. I know I’ll begiving them a call…
get setfor 2014If you love to be one step ahead when it comes to trying out newbeauty looks here’s how to be in the beauty know ready for 2014…
Primers
With a focus on flawless skin in 2014, primers will be hot beautyproducts and we are sure to see even more makeup brands bringingout their own versions. I love Bare Minerals ‘Prime Time’.
Lip Crayons
Lip crayons have been a huge makeup trend, with the likes ofClinique and Revlon, to name but a few, getting in on thecraze, and they’re set to be just as hot for spring / summer2014. Being a blend between a lipstick and a lip balmthey’re super moisturising and ideal for everyday wear.
Metallic Eyeshadows
Flawless skin and clean makeup looks will be finishedoff with luminous metallic touches, in the form of eyeshadows this year. Use them wet for extra impact ifyou’re feeling brave.
Black Eyeliner
Black eyeliner has been stylish for years but apparentlynext season it will be the trend to wear black eyelinerheavy and striking, forget the retro flicks we’ve seenlately.
Bright Matte Lipsticks
Spring 2014 will be all aboutbright, bold, matte lipsticks thatmake a real beauty statement.Bright matte lipsticks were wornby the models at both London andNew York fashion week in 2013.It’s likely that orange is going tobe the colour of the season, soexpect to see makeup brandslaunching various shades to suitall skin tones.
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The Vivacity Premier Fitness venue atHadfield Road off the A15 London Road, is anew and unique offering from Vivacity – theirfirst premium gym and fitness centre, offeringthe very best in health, fitness and beauty.
The facilities sound impressive with a 25mswimming pool, Nordic sauna & Turkishsteam room and three dance, exercise andspin studios offering 80 fitness classes aweek! There are four beauty treatment andphysio therapy rooms and an onsite caféwhere you can relax and unwind over a biteto eat.
The fitness suite with its state-of-the-art gymcomes with a full range of equipment, and thegym suite offers SmartCentre® technologyallowing you to track and monitor your fitnessas you develop and pre-programme each gymstation to your exact specification.
Vivacity Premier Fitness is the only swimmingpool in the city offering lane swimming at alltimes, so you’re guaranteed to get your lapsin no matter what time you go. There’s agreat range of swimming pool sessions, frommums and tots and adult only to their brandnew Aqua-Zumba classes.
There’s a great range of classes in theirdance, exercise and spin studios as well asaqua-fit and Aqua-Zumba classes in theswimming pool. Plus membership at VivacityPremier Fitness gives you free access to over200 classes each week across the VivacitySports Network, so there’s a class to suit yourevery mood from body balancing and zumbato circuits and metafit.
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There’s also waxing and tanning treatments,and seasonal pamper packages, perfect to getyou holiday-ready or for your special occasiondays such as weddings or birthdays.
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Everybody’s focussed on getting fit and thenew year brings us another fabulous fitnessfacility at Hampton opening on February 1.
So, you’ve consumed far too many calories overthe festive season and you’ve joined a gym.You’ve also started on a healthy eating plan andpromised yourself to get outdoors more.
We all know how difficult it cansometimes be to stick to a plan – thebest advice is to have a goal, aim forsomething.
The Perkins Great Eastern Run is thatperfect something to aim for. The raceisn’t until October 12, so you’ve gotplenty of time to get fit and prepared. Ifthe half marathon seems like too muchof a challenge then fear not. The PerkinsGreat Eastern Run has access to localrunning groups who can guide you everystep of the way.
The 2013 event attracted almost 7,000runners, making it the most successfulPerkins Great Eastern Run since the racewas re-introduced to Peterborough in2006.
Entries to the half marathon and fun runincreased by 20 per cent and 85 per centrespectively and runners are alreadysigning up to take part in 2014.
To enter, visitwww.perkinsgreateasternrun.co.uk
Alternatively, entries can be made inperson at the Visitor Information Centreon Bridge Street.
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EASTENDERBACKS SPORTING SATURDAY EVENTPhil Mitchell might be known as more of a hard manthan a sportsman but actor Steve McFadden will beheading to the Boro to support a special sportsevent… dare you disappoint him!The first ever Sporting Saturday at the Cresset from 10am – 8pm on Saturday January 18 is anew sports and leisure event for people with disabilities, older people, their family members andcarers.
The Mayors Charity Committee is hosting the showcase for over 40 organisations and clubs whoprovide accessible facilities and activities for disabled people in and around the Peterborougharea. Inspire Peterborough, Phab, Sue Ryder, Parents United and Living Sport are all involved butanyone’s welcome.
There’ll be various sporting and entertainment celebrities heading along with special guest, soapstar Steve McFadden at the event from 3pm-5pm.
Bryan Tyler, Chair of the Mayor’s Charity Committee told ESP – “We are very proud to be hostingthis special event – the first of its kind for Peterborough. The support from our local organisationsand clubs has been fantastic."
There’ll be sporting displays and taster sessions all day in the main hall, Peterborough Police willbe teaching boxing and from 4-5pm Master Parkers Serial Kickers will be attempting a new worldrecord for the most people involved in a karate class!
Amongst the ‘have a go’ activities will be indoor cricket, static rowing, indoor archery, table tennis,goal ball and much more. The YMCA gym will be offering free gym and keep fit taster sessions.
Studio 2 will be where you can talk to sports and leisure providers as well as health experts. Butstrenuous exercise isn’t for everyone so there’ll be various art and craft activities for people to try,music production sessions, a retro and vintage fashion show and poetry writing classes. Vocalizewill be performing throughout the day and DJ Elliott will be providing a disco from 5.30-8pm.
Peterborough MP Stewart Jackson, Mayor June Stokes, Peterborough City Council CEO GillianBeasley and Council Leader Marco Cereste are amongst the confirmed guests along with sportingand entertainment celebrities.
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As you've probably heard Peterborough Cathedral wasrecently awarded a very generous grant of £2,464,300from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) for its ‘Peterborough900: Letting it speak for itself’ project.
This great project forms part of the Cathedral’s plans fordevelopment centered around its 900th anniversary in2018. The project aims to ensure that the Cathedral playsan increasing role in the life of the city and the aim of theproject is to enhance visitors’ experience of theCathedral.
So, having visited the Cathedral recently myself I decidedto draw up a fun wish-list of what I'd like to see the holyhead-honchos spend the money on…
1. Radio 1 DJ Tim Westwood to be hired to host a seriesof late night gigs in the Cathedral to be broadcast liveon BBC4. These will be called 'Pimp my pulpit'.Westwood’s late father the Right Rev, WilliamWestwood was bishop of Peterborough Cathedralfrom 1984-95 so I’m sure he’d jump at the chance.
2. A subterranean underground car park to be builtunderneath the Cathedral. It will have a hiddenconcealed 'batcave' style entrance. The 'cathcave' willhave an intercom that will only open the entrance ifvisitors say the magic words…'Up the posh'. Also the‘cathcave’ car park will not allow any carwashbusinesses to set up shop and take up valuableparking spaces!
3. As the main project will also convert the Knights’Chamber, a Grade I listed building, into a receptionarea for schools and visiting groups, I propose that£10-15,000 is spent on buying the golden throne thatSir Bradley Wiggins sat in after winning the time trialat the London Olympics. During London 2012, thethrone was sat outside Hampton Court Palace, homeof Henry VIII and tons of tourists flocked to it to havetheir photo taken. After London 2012 it went toauction but as it never fetched the reserve price of£10,000 it went back to the theatrical prop hirecompany where it’s remained. People keep banging onabout the Olympic legacy, and seeing as the Cathedralwas a main part of the torch relay in July 2012 itwould fit in perfectly to the ‘Knights Chamber’. PlusHenry VIII’s first wife Katherine is buried atPeterborough Cathedral so there’s another link withHampton Court Palace where Henry used to live. Butthe real clincher, surely has to be this. A leg of the Tourde France comes to Britain next summer, it’s not goingthrough Peterborough, but part of it goes throughCambridge and it would wipe the smiles off theirfaces if we had Wiggo’s throne in Peterborough!
And if those ideas don’t get taken up, then I propose the£2.4 million is spent on booking Dawn French and ArdalO’Hanlon to do Sunday services at the Cathedral incharacter as Geraldine Grainger and Father DougalMaguire.
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FUNHOUSECOMEDY The Funhouse Comedyteam launch a brand new night ofstand-up at the South HollandCentre in Spalding at the end ofthis month and what a line up.
On comedy nights the FunctionHall is transformed into a relaxed
club setting so you can sit back and enjoy the laughs fromyour table with a drink from the bar. On the bill are AndrewBird (he supported Rhod Gilbert) brilliant ‘white hairedIrishman’ Caimh McDonnell described as ‘outstanding’ bythe DailyTelegraph, the outrageous Carly Smallman andcompere Spiky Mike. www.funhousecomedy.co.uk
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FUNHOUSECOMEDYCLUB –BOURNE On the same night as the newSpalding club launches, theFunhouse guys stage a similarline-up over at the Late Bar inBourne, with the main acts hot
footing it up the road after their performances.
Caimh McDonnell received rave reviews for hisEdinburgh shows and writes for the Sarah Millican TVshow. Northampton guy Andrew Bird, another Edinburgh success story, and writer for various TV shows.
Support comes from Scott Bennett and compere Ben Murray
Show starts at 8.30pm and tickets are £7.50 in advanceon www.funhousecomedy.co.uk
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FUNHOUSECOMEDY @ NORTHSTREET The Funhouse Comedy club hasbecome so well established atNorth Street Bar inPeterborough that the club’sexpanding to run twice a month
with gigs on a Wednesday and now a Saturday night too.It launches on February 1 in the Courtyard Room, a largerspace beneath the bar (formerly Clarkes restaurant).
The great line up includes Paddy Lennox, John Ryan, AaronAardvaark and compere Ben Murray.
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Need something to look forward to nowyou’re skint and the January blues have setin? Let me get you in the mood for somelaughs with news of the second greatComedy Festival coming to the Key Theatrefrom March 12 -18which will see my goodmate Pat Monahan perform as well asnames like Mark Thomas, David Baddiel andHebburn’s Chris Ramsey... but I’m justteasing you for now. You’ll have to pick upnext month’s issue of ESP for all the details!
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Johnny VegasESP’s Mikey Clarke grabbed a wordwith Johnny Vegas when he visited thestudios at Ideal World shoppingchannel in Peterborough…From Mr Stink to Benidorm and the PG Tips ads to multiplepanel-show performances, Johnny Vegas has become one ofBritain's best-loved comic actors.
I had the pleasure of chatting to Johnny during his recent visit toIdeal World – the Peterborough based television shoppingchannel. I asked him what the visit was in aid of. “I’m looking fora remote control car,” he joked. “I’m mainly here to discuss mybook ‘Becoming Johnny Vegas’. I’m also here to have some fun.I may try my hand at selling some other bits and bobs too.”
For those confused by the book title, Johnny Vegas is just acharacter. The comedy legend’s real name is actually MichaelPennington. I wondered what name I should refer to him as. “Myfamily call me Michael. My wife calls me Johnny or Michael ifI’m in trouble. I’d say right now you’re talking to MichaelPennington.
“You know I’m being Michael because the set behind me is stillstanding and there’s nobody blowing a whistle, calling out forsecurity. Seriously though, I’m actually a mellow guy. Johnny isthe opposite to me – very shouty and in your face.”
With the television star about to go live promoting his book onthe Ideal World channel, I gave him the opportunity to practice infront of the ESP camera...
“People should buy my book because my outgoings are a lotmore than anyone else that has a book out. Their houses aremost likely already paid for and their kids have shoes. My kidsdon’t have shoes and people frown when I take them to school.Other than that I think it’s a fascinating read and the reviews
have been amazing. It’s more than your average autobiography.As well as there being jokes in the book it’s also a serious lookat the development of my alter-ego. It explains how JohnnyVegas took over and pushed Michael Pennington out of thepicture.”
Having done a little research before my interview, I was amazedto see that at one point he was training to be a priest. How doessomebody go from being so religious to being Johnny Vegas? “I was at Catholic School for four terms at the age of eleven.There was a bit of a stigma with kids at other schoolscommenting on how I was going to be a Priest. I became a bit ofa loner, and that’s when Johnny Vegas started to emerge. Hewas like my imaginary friend. I won’t go into too much detailbecause I don’t want to get sectioned. With Johnny Vegas Ifound stand-up comedy.”
Hopefully you caught Michael Pennington in the recentChristmas special Still Open All Hours, set in a tiny corner shop.It saw David Jason return as former grocery boy, Granville, nowrunning the shop which was once owned by his uncle Arkwright,who was played by the late Ronnie Barker.
So what was it like working on such an iconic show? “Amazing,”he told me. “Being with David Jason and being outside the shopgave me goosebumps. I was a bit nervous at first being part ofthe show because it’s such a national treasure. The script wasamazing. It’s by the original writer and he really kept the tone ofthe show the same as before.”
And finally, how could I not ask about Monkey. I joked that I hadbeen speaking to Monkey earlier in the day and that he wantedto know why Pennington hadn’t been returning his calls. Beingthe witty man that he is, he replied – “He’s got his own book outso things have got personal…”
Copies of ‘Becoming Johnny Vegas’ hardback books are currentlyavailable to order from the Ideal World websitewww.idealworld.tv
Check out our full interview with Michael on our websitewww.espmag.co.uk which is always packed with more news,videos and loads of Peterborough stuff! Like us on facebook orfollow us on Twitter and you’ll get the news first.
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MIXOLOGY OFFRECORDINGS 5YEARS TOUR WITHANDRE CROM &MAT.JOE
2013 was a milestone year for Mixology withsome of the biggest acts in the deep-techhouse / techno scene gracing their talents atRed Room on Broadway.
For their first event of 2014 they have an extraspecial, one-off event on Friday January 31as they welcome the prestigious Berlin recordlabel, OFF Recordings to Red Room.
Head honcho Andre Crom and the duo ofMat.Joe who’ve been responsible for some ofthe biggest tracks to grace dance floors in2013, will be starting the label’s 5 yearcelebrations tour at Mixology.
OFF Recordings were the #8 most chartedlabel of 2012 on Resident Advisor and havehad up to 10 tracks in the Beatport deephouse top 100 at one time.
OFF's sound selection is eclectic, ranging fromdeep underground pop tunes over bigprimetime records from jacking house toreduced groove tools. Diversity and freshtrends are the reason why this label isregarded with such high-distinction across the scene.
Such is the magnitude of OFF Recordingsheadlining at Mixology, that Andre has kindlyrecorded a one-off Mixology MixTape, whichyou can grab a copy of at either Red Roomdownload from their websitewww.mixologyuk.com or search for themon iTunes / Soundcloud.
COMING OUTTUESDAY?A brand new weekly event taking place onTuesday nights at Red Room is Coming OutTuesday. DJ AJ is playing anything andeverything from 10.30pm till late.
There are 2 for 1 cocktails & teapots besidestheir Tuesday offer of a Jagerbomb + a bottleof WKD or Fosters + a shot for just £5.
Check it out on Facebook atwww.facebook.com/ comingouttuesday
YOYO – ‘YOU’REONLY YOUNGONCE’Peterborough’s weekly Thursday studentsession YoYo, brings four different venuestogether for one massive night out everyThursday!
Incorporating Yates’s, College Arms, Flaresand Edward’s it’s the student party of theweek. For more info follow them on Twitterand Facebook, search YOYO Clubnights.
THE HUGEJANUARY SALE @ HALO!Halo is launching its biggest ever Januarysale, it doesn't get better than this! Free entrybefore 12 with your ladies pass or with a flyer,and buy one get one free drinks at the barduring Fridays and Saturdays. Simply turn upand enjoy this great offer!
KARMA @ HALORenowned for being a huge weekend, KarmaParties launches its first event in 2014 onpayday Friday January 31. The full line upwill be announced the first week in January,check out www.facebook.com/karmapartiesto see who’s coming!
KISS ARE BACK @ LIQUIDThere’s a huge event coming up at Liquid onNew Road on the last pay weekend of themonth. They’ll have KISS 100DJs taking to the decksgiving you a night ofall the massiveold skoolanthemsand the
biggest floor fillers. After the last great nightin Liquid in December when Kiss fm/ Kiss100s DJ Justin Wilkes took to the decks,they’ll be doing it all over again on SaturdayJanuary 25 giving you another epic night toremember. Expect another hot one people!
FILL ME UPFRIDAYSLiquid’s Fill Me Up Fridays are one of thebiggest Friday night parties in Peterborough,playing commercial dance and floor fillers.They’ll fill you up until you're full with somegreat drinks deals!
SATURDAY NIGHT PROJECT The Saturday Night Project takes over Liquidevery weekend, bringing you the biggestvenue clubbing experience in the city! Withall the best commercial dance, classicfloorfiller sounds and epic entertainment thisis a real club night to take you into Sundaymorning dancing.
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Over the years the fantastic ESP Dance Crew haveperformed at events like the Face of ESP Finals,Peterborough Festival, the city’s Christmas lights switchons, fashion shows, car launches and more. Now chiefchoreographer Nicole Saunders is set to share her moveswith you, launching a series of new dance classes startingin Peterborough this February.
The styles of dance will include 70's, 80's, jazz, cabaret,street/hip hop, commercial (i.e. Pussy Cat Dolls style) and ateensy bit of salsa!
All age ranges will learn all styles of dance. The age rangeis 7-9 years, 10-13 years, 14-17 years and adult (18+).
In the future there’ll be an opportunity for you to join an‘elite’ group of dancers who will attendcompetitions/auditions etc around the country.
Nicole’s been dancing since she was 3-years-old. She’strained in ballet, tap, musical theatre, salsa, commercialand street dance so has a great grasp of all styles, and well,you’ve seen what she can do at our ESP events!
Nicole is a success story from Peterborough RegionalCollege’s Dance and Performing Arts courses. She’schoreographed several shows including My Fair Lady at theKey Theatre in 2001 and has danced at the West End andinternationally as well as dozens of ESP Dance Crewperformances
Nicole says – “I love to encourage people to expressthemselves through dance, and just have fun. It’s theeasiest way to lose weight with the least amount of pain.And it's a good way to learn some new dance moves topractice on the dance floor at parties!”
You’ve seen the ESP Dance Crew perform so howwould you like to learn their moves? Here’s yourchance as we launch the ESP School of Dance!
FIRST 25PEOPLE TOSIGN UP /REGISTERGET 15% OFFTHE FIRSTTERM!To register your interest inthe ESP School of Dance,please [email protected] and look outfor more in the next issue.
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Keith Dalton has the ESPguide to the best news andviews from the local livemusic scene…
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I’ve had a good year for live music in 2013 seeing a greatnumber of local bands, my highlight being that Hooker gigat the Beer Festival where they were on top, top form. I’vealso been lucky enough to see The Stones and Green Dayon a national level.
Sometimes, I am asked why I’m so enthusiastic about livemusic and why I’d recommend it to others. In other wordswhy should you get out and watch live music in 2014.
To begin with, there are many talented musicians andsingers in the Peterborough area and they bring a widediversity of music. A good audience inspires them and givesan extra edge to their performance.
Additionally we have so many varied venues to choosefrom. An ever increasing group of pubs across the areaprovide entertainment on Fridays and Saturdays, whilstduring the spring and summer there are not just the bigfestivals on the Embankment but also many locallyorganised mini music festivals. These often feature a verywide range of different genres of music. There is literallysomething for everyone.
In many cases you’re encouraging budding new musiciansand/or supporting some well established favourites.
Add to these reasons, the fact that you’ll be meeting a lotof like-minded people in an enjoyable atmosphere, then youcan’t lose.
So make it one of your New Year resolutions. Give it a try. Ifyou choose the right music for your taste then you’ll besurprised how much you will enjoy it.
Every month, ESP Magazine helps you with its gig guidewhich is updated regularly on www.espmag.co.uk.
Hopefully a few tips from this column helps too.
Happy New Year, Keith
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
It seems like Gary Barlow is everywhere at the moment, and withall his solo projects, there’s no sign of a Take That tour. HoweverStamford Corn Exchange can provide some comfort to fans of theband by offering a concert from one of the best tribute bands inthe UK. RE-TAKE THAT appear there on January 24.
Their full show features a superb sound and dramatic lightingproduction with dynamic dance routines, and obviously includesall of Take That’s greatest hits, including... Million Love Songs,Pray, Could it be Magic, Back for Good, Shine, Relight My Fire,Patience and many more.
Like the originals, Re-Take That have gone from a four to a five,and now feature the excellent Peter Owen as Robbie. I doubtthough that they’ll drop him from the act if Robbie does anotherrunner!
Re-TakeThat drop into Stamford at the beginning of yet anothervery busy year of touring so catch them while you can.
For tickets the box office of Stamford Corn Exchange is 01780 766455.
RE-TAKE THATIN STAMFORD
There are plenty of great gigs coming to the StamfordCorn Exchange in February and more about them in nextmonth’s ESP. However, I want to tip you off about theFebruary 1 visit of the legendary Marty Wilde. Heappears in Stamford with his backing group, TheWildcats.
It’s a unique chance to see live on stage, one of the onlyperforming rock 'n' roll pioneers still working in the worldtoday.
Marty began his career in 1957 and was one of the firstBritish singers to play a leading part in those formative,and groundbreaking rock 'n' roll years. He was, in thosedays, THE big star, regularly appearing on TV’s Oh Boy asthe main act.
With his many hits and a host of wonderful songs fromthat era, Marty and his fabulous band The Wildcats takeyou back through some of the most exciting musicaltimes this country’s ever experienced.
The show’s become one of the most acclaimed rock ‘n’roll shows in the country today.
Box office: 01780 766455.
ROCK ‘N’ ROLL WITH MARTY
The Key Theatre Studio is the scene for some veryspecialist and intimate performances, and on February 10it plays host to the award-winning Gordie MacKeeman &His Rhythm Boys.
Hailing from Prince Edward Island in Canada they visit theKey as part of a UK tour to serve up old-time roots musicwith a breathtaking energy level.
The Rhythm Boys were given the Galaxie Supernova Awardat the 2012 Ottawa Folk Festival for outstanding liveperformance. Tom Power, host of Deep Roots on CBC,recently called the Rhythm Boys his ‘Best Discovery Band’at the 2012 East Coast Music Awards.
If ever someone deserved the nickname ‘Crazy Legs’, it’sGordie MacKeeman. His thrilling dance style mixed withgreat bluegrass vocals, Peter Cann’s blistering guitar solos,and the lively multi-instrumental talents of Thomas Webband Mark Geddes collectively make Gordie MacKeemanand his Rhythm Boys an unforgettable live experience.
Box office: 01733 207239.
GORDIE’SGOT RHYTHM
I just want to thank the Bill Kenwright Organisation forbringing the season of West End productions to TheBroadway Theatre. Everyone that I’ve spoken to has beenhugely impressed with the quality of production and thelive musical talent performing here in Peterborough.
I went to see Will Young in the classic musical, Cabaret,and I thought it was, in the words of Craig Revel Horwood,A-MA-ZING!
Will Young again displays the fact that he’s much morethan a pop star showing great comedy and pathos in hisperformance. The other members of the cast, althoughless well known, are equally talented and again acompletely live band providing the music. The show mademe laugh and cry in equal measures, and I defy anybodynot to be moved by this particular production.
I thoroughly recommend a visit to these lavish showsbefore the limited season finishes and the Broadwaycloses its doors. There are still two shows for you toexperience with the big production treatment, and theyare:
Joseph and The Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat is onuntil January 5.
Then Willy Russells’ Blood Brothers is on betweenJanuary 6 and 11.
Both shows have matinees on some days. Tickets areavailable from the box office on 01733 822225.
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Over the past three months, Peterboroughsinger songwriter Kerry Devine has beenbusy in the studio working on her firststudio album due to be released in Marchthis year. Having received considerablerecognition from her live shows, as well asher latest EP Fools That Fall (May 2013),which she toured around France, Kerry willbe travelling across the UK showcasingmaterial from the new album from March.
Local lass Kerry Devine, a talentedsinger/songwriter, has an exciting new yearahead with the release of her first studioalbum due out on March 1 and a UK tourstarting next month.
“The album has some surprises,” Kerry toldESP, “and is a big step away from 'EarlyRiser' which is an acoustic live EP whichwas released in December.
“I've been writing with a band so there's alot of different instrumentation being used,and styles explored... and there are moreelectronic references throughout the musicon the album.”
Kerry credits working with some greatmusicians as a huge help in putting thealbum together. The likes of Robert White(Hradesin) on bass, Jes Kerr on drums andNathan Wieckowski who helped producethe album and also plays a lot of theinstrumentation on the tracks, mainly piano,and Benny T aka Peddlebreaker who’s co-produced a couple of tracks.
“Recording it on my doorstep makes theworld of difference,” says Kerry. “LaffingBoy studios is in Peterborough so I've beenable to work closely on the project over alonger period of time.
“We started recording the album back inMarch, and in between I toured aroundFrance for two months which was such acool experience. I had printed a special EP
'Fools That Fall' for the trip and had usedold photographs from a box that was foundat my grandfather’s house as the artwork,so it was really lovely being able to takethat around with me. I got a really extremeresponse over there; they were soenthusiastic and seem to really love mysongs, so I was very lucky.”
When asked about her musical influencesKerry says it’s more about the people shehangs around with than other well knownartists – “The people that know me will sayI know nothing about other people’s musicand they'd be right! I listened for the firsttime to Pink Floyd’s Wish You Were Here,just before I went to France and it blew mysocks off... the same happened when Iheard Joni Mitchell’s Blue for the first time.
“Things that I see in the day, memories,they're the tools that I use to write with –artists I listen to include PJ Harvey,Portishead, Annie Dressner and PollyPaulusma. I used to love a band fromCambridge, Model Staggs but not surewhat they're up to now, Anthony and theJohnsons, The Wytches – who hail fromPeterborough as a matter of fact, andDefault Collective, the lead singer is hotand she has amazing lyrics and vocals!”
Kerry can't wait to tour the album inFebruary – “The thing I love most apartfrom the performance itself, is meetinggreat people, and having a good time.When you get people come over and say 'Iwas having a really bad day, but then Iheard you and you've just turned it around'it makes the long car journeys, neverending searches for a parking spaceoutside a venue and eating from a garageat 1am in the morning worth it!”
Keep up to date with Kerry and listen tosome of her songs onwww.kerrydevine.org
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“ESP Magazine has played a big part in promoting allthat’s good about our wonderful city during their 15 yearsin business. I’ve seen plenty of magazines come and goduring this period – and the fact ESP is growing fromstrength to strength is a testament to their commitment,passion and dedication for promoting Peterborough.
“The magazine shares many of the same values as thecity council. We both encourage innovation, businessengagement and growth in the visitor economy. ESP is allabout raising the profile of our city and what it doesparticularly well is champion our fabulous events, whichhave really helped put Peterborough on the map in recentyears.
“ESP has always given excellent coverage to events suchas the Christmas lights switch-on, Italian Festival andPerkins Great Eastern Run tomention a few. ESP Magazine isan established and trustedbrand that we can rely onand I wish it continuedsuccess for the next 15years and beyond.”
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FRI DEC 27ACOUSTICSESSIONSThe Boat Inn, WhittleseyAGI JAROCKA -ACOUSTICNorth Street Bar,PeterboroughBE BOP A LULASThe Crown Inn, Lincoln RoadFRONT COVERThe Golden Fleece,StamfordHOOKERLondon Inn, StamfordThe Fayre Spot, BrettonMIGHTY QUINNThe Swiss Cottage,WoodstonNEW GENERATIONCRASH AND BURNThe Dragon, WerringtonOPEN ACOUSTICSESSIONS WITHDAVE B & PHILThe Boat Inn, WhittleseyREVOLVERThe Axe & Cleaver, BostonTHE RELICSThe Cock Inn, Werrington
SAT DEC 28BON & JUSTINACOUSTICNorth Street Bar,PeterboroughELECTRICWARRIORSThe Cock Inn, WerringtonGROOVE CARTELThe Brewery Tap, City CentreLUCKY7The Golden Fleece,StamfordNEW GENERATIONCRASH AND BURNLondon Inn, StamfordRAINMENThe Burghley Club,Burghley RoadREINST8TEDThe Dragon, WerringtonRETROLUXThe Swiss Cottage,WoodstonREVOLVERThe Stage, Market Deeping
TUE DEC 31BE BOP A LULASThe Cock Inn, WerringtonCITIZEN SMITHThe Ploughman,WerringtonHOOKERBlue Boar, EyeLOOSE ROCKETThe Axe & Cleaver, BostonRAINMENNorth Street Bar,North StreetTALLAWAHThe Cherry Tree, Oundle RoadTHE ATLANTICSBourne Corn Exchange,BourneTHE DIZZY MISS LIZZY'SCharters, Town BridgeTHE LIMITThe Swiss Cottage,WoodstonTHE ONE EYED CATSThe Dragon, WerringtonTHE OVERDUBSThe London Inn, StamfordTHE RAINMENNorth Street Bar,PeterboroughTHE SOUNDINJECTORSBritish Legion Hall,CrowlandTWENTY 4The Stage, Market Deeping
FRI JAN 3ROCKITThe Cock Inn, WerringtonTHE 707 The Solstice, City CentreTHE DIZZY MISSLIZZYSThe Cherry Tree, Oundle RoadTHE RELICSThe Ostrich, North StreetWALKAWAYThe Swiss Cottage,Woodston
SAT JAN 4BE BOP A LULASThe Conservative Club,Burghley Square
CHILDREN OF THE REVOLUTIONThe Cherry Tree, Oundle RoadCIRCA 73The Ploughman,WerringtonCUTTIN LOOSEThe Axe & Cleaver, BostonMICK, REX AN JEMThe Swiss Cottage,WoodstonTHE 707 The Burghley Club,Burghley RoadTHE LIMITThe Dragon, WerringtonTHE MISS ISLE BANDEbeneezers, Woodston
SUN JAN 5ANTOINEACOUSTICThe Cherry Tree, Oundle RoadOPEN MIC NIGHTThe Brewery Tap,Westgate
MON JAN 6BON ROGERS-WHITE + OUT OF HIDINGCharters, Town Bridge
TUE JAN 7ACOUSTICSESSIONMillstone Inn, BarnackJIMMY & PEPACOUSTICNorth Street Bar, North StreetSTACEY’S OPEN MICThe Dragon, Werrington
FRI JAN 10BURNING CODESIron Horse Ranch, Market DeepingCHILDREN OF THEREVOLUTIONACOUSTICO'Neill's, BroadwayDR A'S RHYTHM & GROOVESHole in the Wall, StamfordIAN AND KATThe Swiss Cottage,Woodston
JOHNNY CASHBANDThe Palmerston Arms,Oundle RoadLAWLESSThe Cherry Tree, Oundle RoadLEONThe Dragon, WerringtonNIGHTSHADEThe Cock Inn, WerringtonSHANE POOLEACOUSTICNorth Street Bar, North StreetSTEVIE: ONE BLOKEONE MANDOLINThe Straw Bear,Whittlesey
THE INFLUENCEThe Fayre Spot, BrettonVARIOUS BLUES BANDSNorth Street BarCourtyard, North Street
SAT JAN 11BIANCA & THE TOP CATSNorth Street Bar, North StreetCHILDREN OF THE REVOLUTIONACOUSTICThe Swiss Cottage,WoodstonDR A'S RHYTHM & GROOVESLord Protector, HuntingdonFRONT COVEREbeneezers, WoodstonHOOKERThe London Inn, Stamford
MONTEREY GHOSTThe Cock Inn, WerringtonNOISY NEIGHBOURSThe Blue Boar, EyePENNYLESSThe Straw Bear,WhittleseyREVOLVERThe Carps, BostonROCKET JUMPThe Cherry Tree, Oundle RoadTHE 707The Dragon, WerringtonTHE ISLANDERSThe Falcon, WhittleseyTHE JPR TRIOOld Coach House, Market Deeping
THE OVERDUBSThe Ploughman,Werrington
SUN JAN 12DR A'S RHYTHM & GROOVES +NOMADS ANDFLOWERSThe Straw Bear,WhittleseyPENNYLESSMama Liz's, Stamford
TUE JAN 14OPEN MIC WITHJAMES EDMONDSThe Bull, Newborough
FRI JAN 17FRONT COVERThe Ploughman,Werrington
JAMES EDMONDSACOUSTICNorth Street Bar, North StreetOUT OF ORDERThe Cherry Tree, Oundle RoadREVOLVERThe Axe & Cleaver, BostonSERIOUS SAMBARRETTIron Horse Ranch, Market DeepingTHE OVERDUBSThe Cock Inn, WerringtonWHITE SPIRITThe Dragon, Werrington
SAT JAN 18CODE REDThe Cherry Tree, Oundle RoadHOOKERThe Ploughman,WerringtonROCKET JUMPThe Cock Inn, WerringtonTHE GUARDSThe Dragon, WerringtonTHE JPR TRIOThe Blue Boar, EyeTHE PULSEThe Golden Fleece,Stamford
SUN JAN 19JAZZ JAMThe Brewery Tap,Westgate
TUE JAN 21OPEN MIC WITHDAVE B & PHIThe Boat Inn, Whittlesey
THU JAN 23LLOYD WATSONACOUSTICNorth Street Bar, North Street
FRI JAN 24CHILDREN OF THE REVOLUTIONACOUSTICThe Crown, Lincoln RoadFASTER MUTTLEYThe Cherry Tree, Oundle RoadLEE MAJORThe Dragon, Werrington
LOOSE ROCKETThe Axe & Cleaver, BostonMIND THE GAPThe Swiss Cottage,WoodstonNEW GENERATIONCRASH AND BURNThe Fayre Spot, BrettonPENNYLESSThe Masons Arms, BourneTHE DELTAPHONICSNorth Street Bar, NorthStreetTHE MISS ISLE BANDThe Ploughman,WerringtonTHE TUNNELThe Cock Inn, Werrington
SAT JAN 25BACK2THEBONECharters, Town BridgeBLACK HAWKDOWNIron Horse Ranch, Market DeepingCHILDREN OF THE REVOLUTIONKings Cliffe Social Club,Kings CliffeCJ HAT ACOUSTICNorth Street Bar, North StreetFASTER MUTTLEYThe Cock Inn, WerringtonFILTHY LUCREThe Cherry Tree, Oundle RoadLEE MAJORThe Swiss Cottage,WoodstonMID LIFE CRISISOld Coach House, Market DeepingPORKY PIGThe Ostrich, North StreetREVOLVERThe Golden Fleece,StamfordTHE HIGH ROLLERSThe Granary, Long Sutton
SUN JAN 26PENNYLESSMama Liz's, Stamford
THU JAN 30OPEN MIC WITH DAVE BThe Cherry Tree, Oundle Road
FRI JAN 31BLACK ROSEThe Cock Inn, WerringtonCHILDREN OF THE REVOLUTIONThe Golden Fleece,StamfordCUTTIN LOOSEThe Masons Arms, BourneFACINATIONThe Ploughman,WerringtonFRANCIE REIHILLNorth Street Bar, North StreetOPEN ACOUSTICWITH DAVE B ANPHILThe Boat Inn, WhittleseyPORKY PIGThe Swiss Cottage,WoodstonSKILLY & ZOOTThe Brewery Tap,WestgateTHE VELVETONESThe Dragon, WerringtonUNTAMEDThe Cherry Tree, Oundle Road
SAT FEB 1BE BOP A LULASThe Cock Inn, WerringtonCHRIS HATCharters, Town BridgeCHILDREN OF THE RVEOLUTIONThe Dragon, WerringtonCOOL CAT CRYIron Horse Ranch, Market DeepingCUTTIN LOOSEThe Deeping Stage,Market DeepingFACINATIONEbeneezers, WoodstonGRUMPY OLD MENThe Cherry Tree, Oundle RoadLATESHOWThe Blue Boar, EyeLET THERE B/DCThe Cock Inn, WerringtonPENNYLESSLangham Church,LanghamTHE JPR TRIOThe Ploughman,Werrington
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