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Step out in styleNew season fashions

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20Whats OnA guide to the regionsbest theatre, live music,arts and events

20NorthernNightsHave you been caught oncamera?

30FashionTake inspiration fromthese local boutiques andfreshen up your wardrobeready for the new season

40BeautyAfter a tough day in thegarden, turn to theseproducts for light relief

49A seasonalgardeningguideWelcome to Northsides2016 gardening guide.Keep this close throughoutthe year and make themost of your outdoorspace throughout the fourseasons

60Harrogatesin bloomThe Harrogate FlowerShow has even more tooffer this spring, fromshow gardens to shopping

66Home &GardenGlittery metallics and boldcolours will lighten themood whatever theweather

70HomeEssentialsGreat ideas to help giveyour home a fresh newlook

74The gardenfrontGreat gardens can beachieved with a little helpfrom these localbusinesses

80Eating OutWe dine at Sukhothai

82TravelA multi-destination visit toHong Kong and Vietnam

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MANAGING EDITOR Chris Wilson DEPUTY EDITOR Stephanie Burns EDITORIAL Fiona Barber, Phoebe Seymour CHIEF SUB-EDITOR Richard Abbey SUB-EDITOR Richard SmithSTUDIO MANAGER Chris Brierley DESIGN Dan Wray, Steve Levers NEW MEDIA MANAGER Terri Moore OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Jillion Wood DIRECTOR Amanda Roy SALESEXECUTIVE Lisa Dawson DISTRIBUTION MANAGER Chris Clayton ACCOUNTS Paul Barrett, Kelly Mann

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If you do five things this month...

Pamper yourself...after a tough day inthe garden, turn tothese beautyproducts for instantprotection.

Dress to impress...its time to banishyour winter clothesto the back of thewardrobe and putsome fashionablespring outfitstogether.

Dig this... ourseasonal gardenguide will help youmake the most ofyour outdoor spaceall year round.

Flower power...with fabulous showgardens anddemonstration tents,a visit to HarrogateFlower Show is theperfect way to usherin spring.

Long haul... goeast and enjoy thehigh life with aneventful trip toHong Kong andVietnam.

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The luxury kitchen manufacturer is celebrating after being crowned awinner by the prestigious German Design Council.

Open plan living atThe ALNO Store Leeds ALNOs flagship Leeds showroom is excited towelcome a new kitchen display featuringALNOPLAN in timeless walnut-effect combinedwith ALNOSTAR SIGN in high-gloss light grey.Designed to blend your kitchen and living areainto one, ALNOPLAN is a versatile and practicalapproach to the popular trend for open planspaces, allowing you to cook whilst socialisingwith family and friends at the same time.

Tactile walnut-effect mimics the uniquegrains of real wood, while the streamlined,handleless design of ALNOSTAR SIGN lends acontemporary feel, creating a contrastingkitchen aesthetic that will always look stylish. Thespaciousness of the open plan design is ideal forthe everyday hustle and bustle of family life,whilst handy storage solutions, such as pull-outlarders and Le Mans corner units, give you roomto move freely around your kitchen withoutcompromising on essential space.

You are invited to experience ALNOPLAN,ALNOSTAR SIGN and other ALNO kitchenranges at The ALNO Store Leeds for yourself. Theflagship store offers free parking and is openMonday to Friday 9.30am-5pm, Saturday9.30am-4.30pm, and Sunday by appointmentonly. Appointments can be made by calling 0113 3315 115 or emailing [email protected].

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ALNO is certainly no strangerwhen it comes to beingrecognised for excellence.Adding to its alreadyextensive list of achievements,the distinguished German kitchenmanufacturer has been awarded with notone, but two German Design Awards for itsinnovative products and inspiring designs.

Chosen as the winner for ExcellentProduct Design Kitchen in the GermanDesign Awards 2016, ALNOCERA inConcretto is inspired by the industrial trend one of the biggest kitchen interior trendsfor this year. In a beautiful shade of stylishgrey, the concrete-effect finish and subtledeviations in the natural texture of the high-quality ceramic are what make this unique

design stand apart from others. As strikingas it is practical, ALNOCERA offers aflawless, elegant look to complement anyhome, creating a space that projects class.

Joining in the jubilations, ALNOSTARPLAN in Oxide Grey was awarded with aGerman Design Special Mention for itsstunning textured surfaces, reminiscent ofoxidised steel. Expertly blended, the cooltones of Oxide Grey, together with accentsof Steel Blue, effortlessly catch the eye for awinning design that injects drama andintrigue into the busy kitchen space.

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Steps togreatnessSpecialized ConceptStore offers a guide toeight milestones onthe path to masteringthe road bike.

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Cycling is something most peopledo from a very young age, butthat doesnt mean that everyoneis a cyclist. For some the bike is simply aconvenient and cheap means oftransportation, but for the truly dedicated itbecomes part of who we are. For truecyclists there are some steps everyone seemsto go through on their journey; from clothingchoices, to ambitious expeditions, to socialactivities.

So here they are, the eight rites ofpassage (or should that be pedallage?) thatevery road cyclist will go through on theirpath to becoming a cycling machine.

Embrace the lycraSure, theres a hint of silliness that goesalong with wearing extremely tight-fittingclothes, but as the old saying goes, onceyou go Lycra, youll never go back. Thetransition from regular sports gear to Lycrais one of the earliest, but also mostrewarding milestones a cyclist will pass, iffor no other reason than the elimination ofchafing while in the saddle.

Get in the dropsIt might be scary at first, but theadvantages of riding on drop handlebars,AKA in the drops, are absolutely hugeonce you get the knack. A tight, aeroposition is essential to going fast on a bike so conquer the fear and get ready to fly!

Team upOnce youve built a bit of confidence onyour bike, you might feel the need to trainmore seriously. One of the easiest ways tostep it up a notch is joining a club. Theres

as any different types of club as there aretypes of rider so dont be put off by theclassic perception of clubs as fusty,traditionalists. There is a club for you!

Go full clipAfter mastering the drops the next, slightlyscarier step, is to attach your feet to thepedals by way of a pair of clip-in shoes. Ofcourse, to every newbie this sounds likemadness, but to any experienced rider theopposite seems totally crazy. You get such asuperior transfer of power that once youswitch, theres no turning back.

Become a centurionRiding 100 miles in a single ride issomething of a mythic achievement incycling. At the beginning it seems positivelyinconceivable, but if you take it one step ata time itll become a very real possibility.Once youve completed a 50-miler, itllsuddenly seem an easier task the next timeyou try. Likewise with every distance from60 miles until you hit the big 1-0-0. Andafter that? Well theres always the doublecenturion. Why not triple?

Take it overseasWhen youve been riding for a while youmay start to tire of your local roads thats when its time to plan a cyclingholiday to Europe! Vuelta aEspana, Giro dItalia, Paris-Roubaix regardless ofwhich continental bike raceis your favourite, Europe hashundreds of great ridingdestinations where you cangot to emulate the greatsand ride the same routes asthe pros.

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Hes the King of Waltz and hescoming to fill the first direct arena,Leeds, with the joy of his music.

NS Music

His concerts are unique, hissecret: the joy of music! AndrRieu, together with his 60piece Johann StraussOrchestra and manyinternational soloists, returns to the UK toenthuse fans with his humorous and acolorful new program. With 600,000 viewersper year, Andr Rieus world tours appearregularly among the Top 25 of the BillboardCharts, together with pop stars like Cher,Depeche Mode, Bon Jovi, Miley Cyrus orElton John. Get your tickets now!

For more than 20 years Andr Rieu hasproved that his music doesnt know bordersand ages. In 2012 he played 30 concerts inSao Paolo in only one year. Rieu was the

bestselling artist inAustralia in 2008,2009 and 2010. Hisalbums regularlyreach the top five ofthe UK pop charts.

April 2016marks the release ofan exciting newcompilation, AndrRieus album Magicof the Waltz. InDecember Andrwill finally be coming back to the UK on hisbrand-new arena tour. This includes anappearance at the first direct arena, Leeds, onDecember 16.

Andr Rieu says: Every night, everywherein the world, I invite my audience to get upfrom their seats and dance with us. I cant tellyou how fantastic it is to see people fromevery continent waltz to our music, whetherthey be young or old. You will find everysentiment in a waltz. Happiness, joy,melancholy, and love. And last but not least,do you know that it is scientifically proventhat waltzing is good for your health? A waltza day keeps the doctor away!

In 2016 Andr Rieu and his JohannStrauss Orchestra will perform in countriessuch as Germany, Austria, Denmark, Romania,Poland, Sweden, Netherlands, Australia and

New Zealand, before finally returning to the UK.

Andr Rieus Johann Strauss Orchestra isthe biggest private orchestra in the world. Heplays a Stradivarius from 1732. The fans canlook forward to a completely new programfull of the best known and most beautifulmelodies of musical, opera, movie, worldmusic, pop; many international soloists andfor all the ones, who love to dance, of course,the worlds most romantic waltzes.

After selling over 40million DVDs andCDs, receiving 411 platinum and 171 goldawards and with more than 1.7millionFacebook fans, the popularity of Andr Rieu,truly the King of Waltz, is beyond doubt.

Andr has been married to Marjorie, aformer teacher, for 41 years. The couple havetwo sons and five grandchildren.

Every night, everywhere in the world, I invite myaudience to get up from their seats and dance withus. I cant tell you how fantastic it is to see peoplefrom every continent waltz to our music.

Andr invites youto dance!



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Explore the city this Easter and discover nine fascinating attractions crammed with a range of exhibits, workshops, activities and headline events weve got this school holiday sorted!

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Words: Stephanie Burns

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Ready fortake-offHave your say on Leeds Bradford Airports bright future.

Leeds Bradford Airport has grand

plans for its future and they areasking for your views andcomments on how theyre goingto make it happen.

Until 30 April, the airports MasterplanRoad to 2030 a strategic developmentplan (SDP) for the next 15 years that outlinestheir ambitions for improving infrastructure,becoming even more appealing to short,medium and long-distance flyers andcementing its reputation as Yorkshiresgateway to the world will be available forpublic consultation in several locationsaround the region.

Tony Hallwood, Leeds Bradford aviationdevelopment director, explains: We aretouring libraries and other public locationsaround North and West Yorkshire andhosting various regional meetings to allowpeople to have their say. We are invitingfeedback from local residents because theyare our existing and future passengers andwed like to understand which facilities wouldencourage them to use Leeds Bradford

more often. We know people love to supporteverything Yorkshire, so were inviting themto help shape the airports future.

The Masterplan highlights how theairport might be developed up to 2030

including extensions to the terminal,improved surface transport access links, anairport hotel close to the terminal, a newcommercial hub including an airport village,an innovation park and freight park. Proposalsalso include additional apron parking,construction of new taxiways and additionalcar parking facilities.

One of the most important elements isthe improved transport links to the airport,which will increase its connectivity with itsclosest towns and cities, including Leeds,Harrogate and York. The plan is to build aparkway station about a mile from theairport that will double up as a park and ridefacility for those living in the region.

We really want to become the airportthats easier to access and new rail links androad improvements will allow us to do that,says Tony. Leeds Bradford would love to belinked more closely with the region and thelocal transport infrastructure, as well as beingintegrated with HS2 and HS3.

And, Tony adds, its not just the airportthat is set to benefit from these changes. Webelieve the Masterplan is not only about thegrowth and development of the airport itselfbut also delivering new jobs within closeproximity and providing new jobs across theYorkshire service industry as a whole.

If the SDP is implemented, the majoreconomic impact will be felt across acrossthe community. In addition to the workersrequired during the development, the newairlines and destinations that will beintroduced as a result of its growth willrequire extra staff. It is estimated that by2030 the airports GVA contribution to theLeeds City Region will reach 724million and10,000 jobs could be provided almostdouble the current figures.

Those interested in becoming part of theLeeds Bradford team wont have to waituntil 2030 to get involved. A number ofaspirations and ideas in the Masterplan havealready been approved, including the growthand development of passenger terminals,which are due to be implemented whenpassenger numbers reach a pre-determinedlevel.

In the meantime, for information on thedates and locations of the publicconsultations, and to find out where to directyour comments on the SDP, visitwww.leedsbradfordairport.co.uk/about-the-airport/airport-masterplan.

Leeds Bradford AirportLeeds, LS19 7TUTel: 0871 288 2288www.leedsbradfordairport.co.uk

Tony Hallwood (right), Leeds Bradfordaviation development director



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NS The Diary

The Railway Children7 April, Harrogate TheatreTel: 01423 502116. www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk This well-loved tale is brought to life by Woolford and Johns amazingadaptation. Roberta, Peter and Phyllis all live in a comfortable housein London until their father, who works within the government, isfalsely accused of selling state secrets and is imprisoned. The childrenand their mother flee to a quiet cottage next to the railway in

Oakworth, Yorkshire. Connections made within their new village could be the key to therelease of their father. A beautiful blend of storytelling, drama, comedy and musical theatre, thisis the perfect way of bringing literature to life.

TheatreBreakfast at Tiffanys4-9 April, Leeds Grand Theatre Tel: 0844 848 2700. www.leedsgrandtheatre.comTickets: 18.50-35Breakfast at Tiffanys, the classic novel by Truman Capote and renowned filmstarring Audrey Hepburn, has been given a revamp as a stage play in a glitz and glamourproduction starring the multi-award winning Pixie Lott as Holly.

The story of Holly Golightly, a lively, good-time girl living in New York City in the 1940s, istold through the eyes of a young writer named Fred, played byMatt Barberfrom DowntonAbbey. He is wholly enthralled by this exquisite extrovert who every woman wants to be, andevery man wants to be with. Set to capture the hearts of the audience and shine like adiamond in a Tiffanys window amongst the Leeds theatre scene.

A monthlyguide to the

best of whatshappening inand around

the Northsideregion.

Charity eventVariety takes over popularfundraiserThe Crystal Event has handed the reigns to Variety, acharity which raises funds for sick, disabled anddisadvantaged children across Yorkshire.

The two-day event, which has been taking place in thegrounds of Ripley Castle for ten years, is attended by over800 guests and raises thousands of pounds for charity.

The crystal clay shoot will take place on Friday 29April and the legendary ball will take place on 30 April.

Adopting a strictly diamonds theme, the event is setto dazzle with performances from Aljaz and Janette ofStrictly Come Dancing, X Factor finalist Ray Quinn andthe UKs maddest party band Huge. The Yorkshire PartyCompany are also set to work with celebrity chef Rosemary Shrager to create a signaturemenu.

Teams for the shoot and tables for the ball can be purchased now by visitingwww.variety.org.uk.

ActivitiesMedieval EasterOngoing until 17 AprilRoyal Armories LeedsTel: 0113 220 1999www.royalarmories.com Free Admission Keep the family entertained over Easterwith a jam-packed programme ofmedieval-themed events and activitiesincluding archery, falconry displays, squireschool, combat demos and crafts.

Spring events at RHSGarden Harlow CarrEaster Holiday Fun Lindt GoldBunny HuntUntil 10 April

National Gardening Week11-17 April

National Open Gardens Day freeentry to the garden15 April

Alpine Gardening Demonstrations15-17 April

Spring Plant Festival30 April 1 May

Rhododendron Show14-15 May

Coming soon:

RHS Garden Harlow CarrFlower Show10-12 JuneVisit www.rhs.org.uk/harlowcarr for fullevents details.

Aljaz and Janette ofStrictly Come Dancing

Pixie Lotttakes centre

stage as HollyGolightly inBreakfast at

Tiffanys

Pictures: Sean Ebsworth Barnes

Words: FrancesCawthorne


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First DirectArena

Macklemore and RyanLewis23 April

Tickets: 34-40

Neil Young and Promiseof the Real

10 JuneTickets: 57

Gladys Knight 5 July

Tickets: 52-62.75

Coming upJean-Michel Jarre

13 OctoberTickets: 33.04 - 83.75

Placebo3 December

Tickets: 30.80 - 42

Andre Rieu16 December

Tickets: 52 - 105.25

Status Quo17 December

MusicHalifaxSymphonyOrchestra14 May Chapel Square, HalifaxCentre of ArtsTel: 01422 349422Email: [email protected]: 13 (concessions 11)The renowned Halifax Symphony Orchestra is one of theoldest orchestras in the UK. Members from all walks oflife, who share a passion of playing together, are presentingan astounding concert at Square Chapel, Halifax Centre ofArts.

Midsummer Concert andDinner20 JuneHazelwood Castle Tel: 01937 535353www.hazelwood-castle.co.ukTickets: 29.50Celebrate midsummers day at Hazelwood Castle with adrinks reception, concert and special dinner. What betterway to spend the longest day of the year than exploringthe grounds and architecture with a Bellini in hand. TheArcadian Strings, compromising of 16 band members willdelight guests with a short concert before a luxury three-course meal in the great hall overlooking Towton Moor. Anight of true class and elegance.

ComedySean Lock; Keep itLight24-25 April, Leeds Grand TheatreTel: 0844 848 2700www.leedsgrandtheatre.comTickets: 27British Comedy Award winner, Sean Lock,is back with more standup comedy withhis triennial tour and this one is definitelynot to be missed. Come and see what hesblithering on about this time.

Katherine Ryan:Kathbum21 April, City Varieties Music Hall LeedsTickets: 20.10Boxes (seat two): 42.20Star of Live at The Apollo, QI and TheJonathan Ross Show, the razor-sharp andhilariously funny Candadian, Katherine Ryan,returns with her terrific comedy show. Amust see from this years comedy diary.

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The Harrogate Antique and Fine Art Fair14 -17 April, Harrogate International Centre, Tel: 01823 323363. www.harrogateantiquefair.com. Entry: 5The Harrogate Antique and Fine Art Fair, which offers something for everyone, encompasses a huge variety of periods, trends and styles and re-asserts its position each spring as one of the finest fairs in the country.

With quality as its cornerstone, a huge diversity of antiques and fine art reflecting many hundreds of years are on sale at the HarrogateInternational Centre from 14 to 17 April. With ample parking facilities and excellent food, the International Centre provides a wonderful base toexplore the range of antique furniture, porcelain, silver and paintings on offer.

There is something to interest everyone and the dealers, many of whom have shown here for years, are more than happy to discuss theobjects they love, and explain about investment, ownership and use of the beautiful pieces that will be on show.

Showing fine art will be Baron Fine Art, Walker Galleries of Harrogate and Haynes Fine Art. Jewellery will be represented by Licht &Morrison, Howards of Stratford and Saul Greenstein of London. Silver will be shown by Jack Shaw & Co from Yorkshire and there will bepottery and porcelain from Roger de Ville, John Newton and Valerie Main. New to the fair this spring are The Parker Gallery, with fine art fromthe 19th century, Paul Hodson Antiques from the Ribble Valley and Sac & Co from London.

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NS Northern Nights

Have you been caught on camera?Leeds press, bloggers, key corporates and even Mike Parr from Emmerdale turned out for theCocktails in the City pre event, which showcased the bars that will be taking part in theupcoming two-day event.

Cocktails in the City takes place 7 and 8 April at Leeds Town Hall and will offer a uniquedrinking experience in courtrooms, clock-towers, Victorian cells and more. Visitwww.cocktailsinthecity.co.uk for more info.

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Summer is almost upon us and thereis no better time to up your workrate. Cycling is one of the bestlow-impact, easy-to-do and funforms of exercise out there, with arange of proven benefits that we all want.

The facts just a few of which are listedhere are impressive. In a recent study of150,000 people, those who cycled to workwere on average 5kg (11 pounds) lighter thanthose who drove. In terms of reduced risk ofdiabetes and other chronic disease, thatamount is what will tip most people frombeing overweight to normal weight.

A study carried out by the University ofBristol found that people who exercisedbefore work or at lunch time improved theirworkload management and output, hadincreased motivation and their ability to dealwith stress was improved.

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Chevin Cycles have been in businesslocally for over 40 years. They have morethan 750 bikes on display at any timeacross their three stores in Otley,Harrogate and Skipton and the salesteams are trained, expert, passionateriders who will talk you through thedifferent options to help you choose thebest bike for you, no matter what yourexperience or ability.

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Floral trends are in fullbloom this season saysLucy Pitt, buyer forMorgan Clare.

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Having just returned from London Fashion week, Parisand Milan and all the inspiring AW16 collections it isgood to get back to focussing on the season we arein. With spring sunshine (even if not every day) andthe promise of summer, the mood is perfect for thefabulous prints and colours featured throughout the designercollections.

The trend that we are particularly excited about this season isflorals. These absolutely bloomed across the SS16 catwalk

collections with much of the focusbeing on English summer gardenflowers. Designers used flower printsand patterns on feminine silhouettesand we have seen these translated ontothe shop floor at Morgan Clare,particularly with designers such as StellaMcCartney, A.L.C, Joseph and Velvet.

Florals this season have playedhomage to the nostalgic seventies. Darkcolour combinations and attention-commanding pieces will make thistheme feel fresh again. Etoile for SS16has summed up the 70s floral vibe verywell with their boho floral dresses andjackets.

The bloom trend, often present inthe world of fashion, but portrayed witha different twist on each appearance canalso be found this season in accessories.We have seen this from designers suchas Sophia Webster, Stella McCartneyand Sophie Anderson. Sophia Webstersinspiration for the SS16 collections wasunderwater and her playful Lilico shoesfeature a stunning combination of vividblooms and coral these truly are amust have for any fashionista.

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Leeds BradfordAirport launcesnew Aer LingusRegional flights toCorkAer Lingus Regional now offers threeflights a week from Leeds Bradford

to Cork with Stobart Air.The new service is expected to

improve business connectivity andincrease tourism visitors to the LeedsCity Region.

Martin Saxton, chief commercialofficer at Stobart Air, said: As one ofIrelands main cities for business,culture and tourism, Cork is a perfectdestination for a short break orlonger holiday from LeedsBradford.

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Gatewaysheadmistress speaksin New YorkDr Tracy Johnson, headmistress of GatewaysSchool in Harewood, was invited to speak atthe Global Forum on Girls Education. Hersession entitled Blame my Brain not me!looked at the very real physical and chemicalchanges that occur in the brains of pre-pubescent and pubescent children and howthey manifest themselves in the usual teenageyuk. She now has invitations to present atschools in the USA, Canada and South Africa.

Dr Johnson also had a personal tour of YaleUniversity. This included an in-depth discussionregarding successful applications to study there,which will be of huge benefit to Gateways highachieving girls as they look towards the nextstage of their educational journey.

Bowman Antiques reader offerTwice a year, Bowman Antiques hold a large antiques, art and vintage fair at the YorkshireEvent Centre on the Great Yorkshire Showground in Harrogate. The event, which this yeartakes place 21-22 May and 5-6 November, has steadily grown since launching in November2009 and is now the largest quality antiques event in the north of England.

Exhibitors, including many Yorkshire dealers, come from all over the country, and thereis even a regular who travels from Denmark. They all come to sell their unique, unusual andbeautiful items for the home, which range from practical items like dining tables, chairs andkitchenalia to adornments such as garden urns, artworks, jewellery, glass, ceramics, vintageclothes and accessories.

Admission is usually 5 per person but Bowman Antiques is giving 50 Northsidereaders the chance to claim a ticket that admit two adults for one day of either the May orNovember fair. To apply, email [email protected] giving your name and postcode andquoting Northside offer by 29 April. Your ticket will be available from the informationdesks in either Hall 1 or Hall 2 of the Yorkshire Event Centre.

FarmerCopleysEasterFestival2016Farmer CopleysEaster Festivaltakes place fromMonday 28 Marchuntil Friday 1

April 10am-4pm and there are plenty ofactivities to get involved in.

Why not visit the farm and see lambsbeing bottle fed while learning all aspects oflambing from Farmer John, who will be givingtalks on the hour. Chicks will also be hatchingin the farm shops egg incubator during Easterweekend. The Farm Walk has an Easter eggtrail and there will be a free chocolate gift forevery child.

A jumping pillow, a corn slide, and abarrel ride will incur anominal charge, andthe farm shop and Moo Caf will be open.

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All in the mindTaking control of your brain can help you control theproblems affecting it, says Z Healths Dr Sara Pugh. Words: Stephanie Burns

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While traditional medicine andstandard medical methodscan solve many of theworlds ills, there are asignificant number of healthconcerns that can be addressed and oftenresolved using alternative techniques.

Dr Sara Pugh, a Leeds-based specialist inthe nervous system, has years of experience inneurological health training, pain managementand hypnotherapy. From migraines to IBS, jointpain to Parkinsons and many others Sarahelps people overcome the health issues thatcause daily pain and suffering.

Saras credentials are impressive not onlydoes she have a degree in biochemistry andgenetics and a PhD in molecular biology andbiophysics, but she is also a certified hypnotist,a qualified yoga teacher and has been teachingpilates for over seven years.

Taking her fascination with the way thebody works and moves to new heights, she leftthe world of science and academia to work asa movement and neurological therapist and hasestablished an ever-growing client base. Fromher base at the Broadgate Clinic in Horsforth,she helps those in pain, stroke victims, athletesand expectant mothers with her uniqueapproach to brain-based training and hypnosis.

Her work is based around the idea that thenervous system controls everything in yourbody taking control of it helps you to controlthe problems adversely affecting it. By usingvisual skills training, unique balance challenges,precise mobility work, non-traditional strengthtraining exercises, sensory integration drills,cognitive exercises and many more techniques,

Sara trains the nervous system to effectivelychange the way it operates.

Common misconceptions surroundinghypnosis that it is only used to makeaudience members do silly things on stage mask its ability to heal a wide range of ailments.Sara harnesses this power to help her clients innumerous ways: increasing confidence,motivation, productivity, performance and goalachievements; promoting healthy weight loss;removing anxiety, phobias, bad habits,addictions and limiting beliefs; managing stress;improving sleep; managing pain; and stoppingsmoking. Working quickly to address thesemajor concerns, Sara can resolve her clientsissues in as little as three sessions. To find outmore, read FAQs and see example videos ofhypnosis in action, visitwww.sarapughleeds.co.uk.

Whether youre looking to address a long-standing concern or would like to nip a newlydeveloped health problem in the bud, SaraPugh can offer relief. Call her on 07765 662579or email [email protected] to discussyour initial requirements or to book anappointment.

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Renee Dickinson, chair forHarrogate Parkinsons UKWorking with Sara Pugh I have foundrelief from the Parkinsons symptoms thatI had been displaying for years. I noticedimprovements in my mobility, lessdyskinesia (in my case a nodding head)and also help with balance and posture.Sara has some great ideas on improvingthe lives of Parkinsons sufferers and Iwould recommend her work.




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All girls together

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Arguably the single greatestbenefit of a girls only educationis the greater breadth ofeducational opportunity an all-girls classroom can create.Without the pressure of gender expectations,subject choices are not bound by genderstereotypes and pupils can enjoy a nurturingenvironment where they can thrive andbecome the best they can be.

Sylvia Brett, Principal at Harrogate LadiesCollege says: In an all-female environmentthere is less gender-based pressure when itcomes to subject choice. Almost a third of allour sixth formers for example, study physicsA-level, a subject that nationally attracts lownumbers of girls. Research from the GirlsSchools Association (GSA)actually suggests that girls are75 per cent more likely totake maths and two-and-a-halftimes as likely to take physicsin a single-sex school. ButSylvia believes the benefits ofa girls-only education atsenior school stretch farbeyond freedom in subjectchoice.

There is lots of researchto suggest that girls and boyslearn in different ways, shesays. As a girls senior school,

we understand girls and the way they learnand are able to adapt our teaching methodsto suit their needs. We believe that this inturn enables our girls to learn moreeffectively and ultimately, to achieve betterresults.

Naturally, academic results are part of thereason for choosing a girls only seniorschool. But, as teenage life brings manypressures and uncertainties for girls, perhapsmore so today than ever before, Sylviabelieves an all-girl school can help to reducesome of these pressures. It provides the girlswith the freedom to be who they are; to takemore risks; and to build greater confidence.They can know themselves better anddevelop resilience and self-awareness.

At Harrogate Ladies College, a girls

senior school education doesnt meanexcluding boys from all parts of life and thereare, of course opportunities for socialinteraction with boys. They do believehowever, that girls work best and achievemore when they learn and develop alongsideother girls.

As Principal of a girls only senior schoolI am totally focussed on delivering the verybest education possible to our girls and toproviding a safe and secure environment thatallows them to be the very best that they canbe. We understand just how critical seniorschool years are in terms of shaping long-term futures, but we believe that they shouldalso be exciting, inspiring and stimulating atime of building confidence, increasingindependence; and of becoming comfortable

with who you are.At Harrogate Ladies

College we focus on providinggirls with an all-round education,which will ensure that they havethe best possible opportunitieswhen they move on to the nextstage in their lives.

Sylvia Brett, Principal at Harrogate LadiesCollege on the benefits of an all-girl education. Mrs Brett in the library

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Our story started way backin 1986 when the first copyof our first magazine, Westside,was published. Weve grownconsiderably since then into acompany that publishes ninemonthly lifestyle and businesstitles across Yorkshire, NorthNotts and North Derbyshire, aswell as publishing books forsome of Great Britains mostprestigious restaurants.

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A seasonalgardening guide Welcome to Northsides 2016 gardening guide. Keep thisclose throughout the year and make the most of youroutdoor space throughout the four seasons. By Laura Booth.

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After preparing your garden for springtime, you will be starting to think aboutmaking your garden colourful in time for the glorious summer months. Whatflowers shall I plant in the spring season?

Pansies One of the best flowers to plant in spring.Usually placed in containers.They need to be planted in the sun or a spot partly in the shade in well-drained soil.

LilacsCome in all shapes and sizes from shrubs to trees. They need full sun and well-drained soil to thrive in spring.

DaffodilsThey come in a variety of colours: Orange, white, yellow, orange-red and salmon.They also need full sun and well-drained soil to survive.

DahliasPut the plants in pots at the beginning of spring inside, e.g a conservatory. TheDahlias will have grown to six-inch plants by May.Alternatively, if you do not wish to start the plants growing inside, waitapproximately three weeks until the weather is warmer and frost is not aslikely. Plant them in direct sunlight, deep into the soil so the tubers aresheltered from the cold.Support the stems by tying them to soft twine. Water them regularly in dry weather, and feed regularly over the summer months.

Spring gardens where the magichappensNow that the cold winter months are finallybehind us, its time to embrace the longerdays and put our green fingers to good use.

Whether youre a beginner or anadvanced gardener, you will know that springis one of the busiest times and the need toprepare in advance is crucial.

Here are some top tips to make sure youare on top of things for the spring months:

Get rid of weeds. As the weather becomeswarmer, your garden will start to feel aliveagain. The weeds that you dread to seecovering your garden will start appearing,along with ivy and brambles on the base ofhedges; get rid of them as soon as possible.

Mow your lawn. You have probably beenavoiding doing jobs in your garden over thecold winter period. If you havent cut yourlawn yet, it is best to do so at the start of thespring months.

Tie back trees. Trees and climbers that havebeen damaged from snow or frost can now bepushed back into shape; this will help themgrow throughout the forthcoming months.

All Nature seems at work. Slugs leave their lairThe bees are stirring, birds are on the wing,

And Winter slumbering in the open air,Wears on his smiling face a dream of spring.

Samuel Taylor Coleridge

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Keep it trimAt this busy time of year for gardeners, thefinal key task is pruning. This involves thecutting away of dead, overcrowded branchesor stems of a bush or flower. The followingplants need pruning in early spring:

Ornamental grasses Tie the tops before cutting, it makes for aneasier job.Cut the stems close to the ground.

Perennials These can also be cut back anytime in winter. Cut back to four inches to generate strongernew stems.

Evergreens Prune the stems with damaged foliage fromthe winter months.

Flowers Summer flowering trees,shrubs, vines, hydrangeas and roses Eliminate dead and damaged stems.Cut size as required.

Popular vegetables to grow in your gardenGrowing your own vegetables can be very beneficial and cost saving. If youre thinking aboutgrowing crops, the middle of April is the best time to ensure your veg are the tastiest theycan be. Focus on how much space you have in your garden; this will tell you what you cangrow. If space is limited, think about buying dwarf selections or patio vegetables.

CarrotsBest grown in the open ground and in hot weather.If the foliage starts wilting, water the carrots every ten days.Make sure you weed before planting; if you let weeds grow,they could overcrowd the carrots.Be careful when weeding that you dont crush the foliage,the smell can attract carrot fly, which can lay eggs. Putting abarrier over the carrots can prevent this.

Leaf lettuce Thin seedlings when leaves start to appear, proceed untilthe plants are 30cm apart.The plants need watering when the soil is dry in themornings.Lettuce can attract sparrows, a barrier can prevent this.

Onions To grow efficiently, they require a sunny, well-sheltered spotwith fertilised soil. Best grown in open ground.Plant each onion 10cm apart.Stop watering and feeding once the onions have grown bigger.Birds can try and lift the skin of the onion at the top, beforeplanting remember to remove the skin.

Potatoes After the potatoes have been planted and the stems are23cm high, it is essential that you start earthing up, draggingsoil up covering the stems to produce a 15cm high range.Earthing up is essential; it protects developing potatoesfrom a substance called light. Light potatoes are green incolour and are poisonous.

Keep it green andlushEvery gardener takes pride in their lawn;however it can be hard to keep yourgrass looking green and healthy all yearround. Spring is the best time to tend toyour lawn. Here are some essential tips: Fertilise in early spring to promoteroot development

Remove small amounts of soil to helpyour lawn aerate, this allows the waterand fertiliser to infiltrate deeper into thesoil.

Cutting your lawn to the correctheight depends on the time of the year.In spring, use a one-inch cutting heightto remove dead grass and allow light topenetrate the roots. In summer thecutting height can be raised to two ormore inches.

To ensure your lawn is fresh for allseasons you should soak the grassrather than sprinkle lightly; a mainreason for this is so the water gets tothe deep roots.




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Then followed that beautiful season... Summer....Filled was the air with a dreamy and magical light; and the landscape

Lay as if new created in all the freshness of childhood.Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

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Summer gardens atime for relaxationand enjoyment After working hard over the springplanting, pruning and growing, summershould be a time of enjoyment. There is stillwork to do, but your garden is at its best,so make sure you find the time to sit back,relax and enjoy it.

However, just before you start to cooloff, you should check your plants and

vegetable crops for diseases. You will notice that your spring vegetables are ready to harvest,but it is essential that you check your crops and plants for signs of contamination.

Common diseases found in your vegetable gardens and plants Southern blight The fungus that causes this attacks roots, stems and leaves that are under thesurface of the soil. First you will notice a wilting of the foliage. A white fungus growth mayappear next if the soil is warm and moist. As the disease progresses, all plants that are next toeach other in a row will die. To try and prevent it, crop rotation for vegetables might stop thefungus from occurring.

Leaf spots They commonly affect many vegetables and can affect plants. These spots arecaused by fungi or bacteria. They appear mainly on leaves of plants and sometimes on theirstems. The spots are dark tan in colour. Applying fungicide can help control the bacteria andthe spots effectively.

Heres how to harvest thevegetables you planted in spring:

CarrotsThey are ready to harvest, two to threemonths after they have been planted.Loosen the ground with a fork to checkthat they are big enough.

Leaf lettuce This type of lettuce matures around 40days after seeding. Harvest as soon asthe leaves are big enough, around four tofive inches long. Harvest the plant in themorning when the leaves are full ofmoisture.

OnionsAs soon as the onions are big enoughyou can harvest them. Usually they willneed harvesting in mid to late summer.

PotatoesYou can harvest your potatoes whenthey have reached the size you want.Use a fork to help lift the soil and takethe tubers out by hand.

Top tips for keepingyour garden lookingvibrant When we think of summer, we think of alarge colourful array of flourishing flowersand vibrant green grass in our gardens.Keeping outdoors looking its best requirescare and attention.

Deadheads need to be removed regularly,this stimulates the growth of the plant

In the summer it is essential to keep flowersand plants watered. Water plants at thebeginning and the end of the day; try to avoidwatering the plants in mid-afternoon whenthe sun is at its strongest.

Keep on top of weeds, they can be removedeasily when the weather is hot, therefore itseasy to keep on top of weed growth insummer.

During the summer, we might see periodsof dry weather; you can prevent your lawnfrom drying out by keeping it longer thanusual. Applying a lawn fertiliser at the start ofsummer will limit the damage to your lawn.

After harvesting your crops and maintainingthe keep of flowers and plants, your gardenwill be looking at its best. As soon as itssummer time, spend as much time outdoorsas possible; this summer its time to make itlook and feel even better with some of 2016sgarden trends, suitable for all different typesof gardens.

Garden trends 2016 Bringing the indoors outdoorsThis years top gardening trend focuses on comfort, bringing furniture into our gardens likethat inside our homes. New, contemporary, weather-resistant materials mean that you canachieve this style this summer. If you dont wish to change your furnishings, keeping blanketsoutdoors on late summer evenings will also ensure a cozy surrounding, perfect forentertaining and socialising in summer months.

LED fairy lightsThere is nothing better than adding a bit of sparkle to a garden party. Fairy lights areperfect for making your outside space look inviting when having friends over. These lightsare perfect for decorating in bushes and trees and are perfectly safe for families.

Animal nesting boxes, bird baths and feedersAs well as bringing comfort outdoors, this year its about caring for our furry and featheredfriends. Attracting wildlife into your garden can be exciting, especially if you have youngchildren. Summer is a great time to interact with the wild creatures. Animal nesting boxes,bird baths and feeders will ensure that you can look after the wildlife this summer.



Summer is when we spend the majority of timein our gardens, whether it be spending time

planting flowers, mowing the lawn or even doinga spot of sunbathing. We see spending time in ourgarden as a priority in the summer, so how muchdo we spend on our gardens looking the part?

Brits spend on average5.2billion on garden

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39 per cent of Brits haverevamped their outdoor space in

the past few years.

35 per cent have transformedtheir garden into a space for

relaxation, 11 per cent have madeit an extra living area and 6 per

cent have created a garden with aparking area.

28 per cent, 4.3 million people,have started creating their own

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Seasons of mists and mellow fruitfulness,Close bosom-friend of the maturing sun;

Conspiring with him how to load and blessWith fruit the vines that round the thatch-eves run.

John Keats

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Autumn and wintergardens a time forpreparationThe colour of the leaves will start to change,days suddenly get shorter and wildlife willstart to hibernate in a struggle to keep warm.Autumn and winter brings a quieter time inthe garden; use this time to prepare for nextyears spring season.

With the expected cold winterconditions, at the start of autumn you shouldstart thinking about protecting your plantsfrom the imminent frost.

Protecting your plants from winterdamage Abstain from using fertilisers high innitrogen; these encourage plants to make asappy growth that is receptive to damage inthe cold winter period.

You can protect trees from shielding its basewith a fleece, helping to keep the treeinsulated from the cold weather.

Make sure your plant containers are frostproof. If you have a shed or greenhouse, placethe plants and containers into there to stopthe containers cracking over winter.

If your plants do suffer from frost damage,there is no need to panic, most flowers dorecover. Feed them with a fertiliser, balancedin equal amounts of nitrogen, phosphorus andpotassium to help speed up recovery.

Going outside in winter can be a struggle; it might bethe only time that wed rather stay inside by the fire.Below is a list of winter gardening clothing for when itsthat little bit too cold.

Winter gardening clothingand accessories...

Foam kneelers withincorporated seats are

great for if you are gardeningfor long periods of time,stopping pressure from hurtingyour knees whilst bendingdown to garden.Folding kneeler and seat(29.95) from HarrodHorticultural is great forproviding comfort whengardening. It is also fitted witharm supports for resting andgetting up.

Thermal insoles are great if yourfeet get cold in your wellies.

Thinsulate thermal insoles (10.07) aredesigned for providing comfort as wellas warmth for when you are outdoors.

Gloves are an absolutemust-have for

gardeners, no matter whatthe weather is.Gold Leaf winter touch gloves(22.95) are endorsed by TheRoyal Horticultural Societyand are highly recommendedfor keeping your handsinsulated from icy conditions.



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At the end of the winter months, around February, you will start preparing for thebusy spring season. If you have a greenhouse, this is your opportunity to get aheadand start sowing some seeds.

Flowers to sow Geraniums they will flower in early spring.Sweet peas keep in a cool place in the greenhouse for optimum growth. Antirrhinums growing indoors will ensure early flowering.

Fruit and vegetables to sowBasil the perfect place for basil to grow is on the windowsill of your greenhouse.Sweet peppers provide plenty of warmth when growing the peppers.Cucumber and tomato plants can be grown in warm conditions of the greenhouse.

There are many other apps located onthe app store that can answer all yourpossible gardening questions.

Useful gardeningapps RHS Grow Your OwnExpert advice on how to grow fruit andvegetables.Can add what youre growing to your app,it will remind you of tasks to do and warnyou of the arrival of bad weatherconditions.

Yard ShareAn app that gives inspiration to gardenersby looking through photos of otherpeoples yards.Yard experts also produce articlesoffering advice.

As we are drawing an end to the gardening season, we willbe thinking about all the hard work needed in the nextfew months, here are some new gardening gadgets thatmight be of help for the menial jobs at the start of Spring.

New gadget must haves...

Husqvarna Automower. This little gadget does the job that we all hate,mowing the lawn. It is rechargeable and when it needs charging it cleverly returns

to base. This little gadget comes at a price though. (Red Band UK 795)App-tastic parrot flower power. For those of you thatstruggle to keep plants alive, you can stick this device in aplant pot of your choice, it connects with your Smartphonevia an app, reminding you when it needs watering.

Garden owl. This is a life like owl that detects when pestsare near, it will turn its head towards the pest and hoot,warning them away from crops and plants. (Amazon 29)

Bosch Isio. This trusty gadgethelps to trim hedges and trees.The Bosch Isio is rechargeable

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Harrogates in bloomThe Harrogate Flower Show has even more to offer this spring, fromshow gardens to shopping.

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For dedicated gardeners theHarrogate Spring Flower Show isa sign that winter is over andbetter and brighter days are ontheir way. Around 100,000 peoplecome from far and wide to attend this annualgardening extravaganza and this years eventorganised by the North of EnglandHorticultural Society, will be nothing short ofspectacular.

The show, held at the Great YorkshireShowground, is regarded as the one of themost prestigious gardening events in the UK.The four-day event will feature show gardens,a brand new Plant Pavilion, garden shopping,live entertainment and the biggest exhibitionof flower arrangements in the country.

2016 Spring Flower ShowGardens For many show goers the highlight of theSpring Flower Show is the show gardens,where designers let their imaginations runwild and produce some innovative ideas thatthe public might want to try and recreate intheir own homes. This years majorattractions include:

Relax in Peace Designed by PRW GardenServices, this outdoor space is aimed atyoung couples. The space is perfect forunwinding after a long day at the office. Theseating area is ideal for entertaining friendson long summer evenings.

Georges Garden Designed by YorkshireGarden Designs, Georges Garden is asensory space for disabled children. Thegarden provides a safe environment wherethe children can explore and learn.

Viking Hofn Designed by Askham BryanCollege, this garden is Viking themed, inspiredby a village near York. The outdoor space hasa historic theme, with a selection of weaponryfeatures and a classic Viking fishing boat.

Transition Designed by North LeedsGarden Design, this innovative garden has acircular theme and aims to show how aserene garden can be constructed even witha lack of outdoor space.



CapabilityBrown blueprintgoes back to thefutureHe is celebrated as Englands greatestgardener and credited with changing theface of our countryside but whatwould Capability Brown make of todayslandscapes?

Sheffield University student JonathanEmery is about to provide the answeras he works to produce a Brown-styleblueprint for one of Yorkshires best-known landmarks.

Jonathan, aged 20, is creating a newplan for the Great YorkshireShowground, complete with manyfamous Capability characteristics, aspart of an exhibition tracing the life andwork of the legendary landscapearchitect to be launched at this yearsshow.

Capability Brown: A Man for AllSeasons is part of the nationwidefestival celebrating the 300thanniversary of Browns birth. Theexhibition is sponsored by the North ofEngland Horticultural Society and willfocus on Browns history and style, whatgardening was like in the 18th centuryand, importantly, how his designprinciples might be applied today.

Jonathan, who comes fromMacclesfield, is a third year landscapearchitecture

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