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TRAVEL STEPSHandmade in the UK, El Camino Bracelets have become a must-have accessory for avid travellers! A bracelet that allows you to create your travel story, El Camino is designed for you to add different beads for all the different places around the world that you’ve travelled to.

Everyone’s El Camino is a unique representation of the path you have travelled around the world. There are over 240 different Country Steps (beads), along with Small Steps which are places that aren’t countries like California, Venice, and Machu Picchu.

There are a multitude of different coloured bracelets to choose from and each step costs from just £8.49 making it an easy, affordable and fashionable travelogue. www.elcaminobracelets.com

VODKA, WHISKEY, GIN AND TEQUILA OH MY!


From tequila tastings to Bloody Mary brunches and even a cocktail time machine, Birmingham Cocktail Weekend - 15th to 17th July - has revealed a jam-packed events schedule that is sure to get cocktail-lovers excited.

Kicking off the weekend of events in style on Friday, headline sponsor Jim Beam will be hosting a tasting at The Jim Beam Hub @ Island Bar; giving cocktail revelers a chance to taste the internationally renowned bourbon as they pick up their wristbands. Wristband wearers will also be able to sneak behind the bookcase in The Lost and Found and visit the exclusive Sipsmith Secret Garden.

Setting Saturday off in style is the Le Grand Day Out, where Grey Goose will be presenting 4 exciting serves of vodka at The Chameleon. The vodka vibe continues with a masterclass from Absolut Vodka at The Rose Villa Tavern. Whisky more on your wavelength? Then head to The Victoria’s Whisky Lover’s Single Malts masterclass and wristband wearers can tread the boards and mix up some theatre inspired cocktails at the New Alexandra Threatre before heading to Hotel du Vin for a masterclass with Glenfiddich.

Kick starting your Sunday, The Rose Villa Tavern is offering up a free bloody Mary with every brunch. Sunday will also see The Botanist host their “Boozy Brunch” to get wristband holders refuelled ready to enjoy the final day of BCW!

Full event details can be found on the Birmingham Cocktail Weekend website, where wristbands are also available to purchase for only £6. These wristbands will not only allow the wearer to enjoy the exclusive signature cocktail in each venue for just £4, but will also grant access to all of the great free tastings, master-classes and events during the weekend too.

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We have to admit that every one of us at SIXTYNINE HQ is a birt of a sneaker freak. Spring saw us fall hard for the amazing light up shoes from BEAM - perfect for a summer of festivals!

So it should come as no surprise that we are in love with the sheer joy that is M.O.A’s Disney collaboration.

M.O.A specialise in contemporary urbanwear that interprets art and pop culture in unconventional ways. Must-have pieces include lace-up tennis trainers for women that are crafted from golden and silver-hued laminated leather with Mickey Mouse effigy embroideries. Men aren’t excluded thanks to some discreet but edgy Donald Duck embroidery along with loafers that make an impression with a magnified Mickey Mouse effigy print on metallic black leather – a style that makes a nod to large-scale artworks from the pop-art movement.

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SHURAA performer, producer, remixer and video editor, Shura was born in Moscow to a Russian actress and an English documentary filmmaker. Her debut album- Nothing’s Real is released on July 8th and mixes the personal and the fantastical to

beguiling, immersive effect. It features songs written and painstakingly recorded across two years that focus on parents, childhood, past relationships and the possibilities of the future.

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Lonely Planet reveals The World’s Best Drinks, Where to find them and how to make them in this handy new book. Quench your thirst with over 60 recipes including cocktails, delicate tea brews and zingy aperitifs scoured from across the globe by Lonely Planet’s team of bar-hopping experts.

Accompanied by Lonely Planet’s expert destination knowledge and beautiful photography, be whisked off to the chic gallerias of Milan with your own negroni or to the Samba-filled revelry of Rio’s Carnival with the sugar-drenched sourness of a caipirinha. The World’s Best Drinks provides everything you need to recreate the taste of your travels in your own home - or to discover some lesser-known refreshments from across the globe.

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Birmingham is undoubtedly one of the greatest shopping cities in Europe, being the only city outside of London to boast a John Lewis, Selfridges, House of Fraser, Harvey Nichols and

Debenhams all within a five minutes’ walk of each other.

It’s not just the big names and luxury brands on offer in this brilliant city though - Birmingham’s inde-pendent scene is also booming at an unprecedented rate. From quirky coffee shops to barbers and

clothing stores to restaurants, Birmingham is bursting with cool and independent stores just waiting to be found.

Sometimes off the beaten track, independents aren’t always easy to find if you don’t know they’re there. That’s why Shopping in Birming- ham has launched a handy new pocket

guide called Found to help you discover Birmingham’s independent scene and unearth some truly hidden gems.

Whether you’re new to Birming- ham or a seasoned local, the A5 guide is your one-stop bumper directory uncovering some of the

most interesting and diverse independent retailers in the city.

The guide will also showcase the work of some of the city’s best creative talents. Each capturing the city’s independent retailers in their own unique way, the guide will feature beautiful illustrations and stunning photographer from more than 20 local artists.

With over 140 independents throughout the city centre and in Birmingham’s four independent historic arcades; Burlington Arcade, Great Western Arcade, Piccadilly Arcade and North Western Arcade,

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Pick up your very own version of the Found booklet from 4th July in one of the 140 participating independent stores in the city or download the

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There’s no mistaking theclubandspa for just another city centre gym. Found inside one of Birmingham’s most iconic landmarks, The Cube, there’s so much more than weights and running machines.

For those serious about fitness, theclub caters to all of your needs, from novice to expert. Alongside the ample free weights, there’s a full range of cardio vascular equipment and electronic-resistance training machines, with technology to remember your workouts and provide fitness assessments. If you need that extra motivation to workout, personal training sessions are available; plus an extensive group-exercise class timetable including yoga, spinning and the world famous Insanity.

Where theclubandspa really identifies itself as the premier Birmingham city centre gym is its luxurious relaxation facilities. thespa boasts a steam room, 300 year old Finnish sauna, Himalayan salt room, relaxation cocoons and a vitality pool. Combine those with over 50 treatments, there’s hardly a more serene spot in the city centre.

Memberships suit the casual and committed. All memberships are either annual or flexible

one month rolling contracts, with discounts available for corporate or student members.

Coming soon for theclubandspa members to enjoy is the brand new Marco Pierre White Bardolino restaurant. Overlooking the canal and with an adjoining entrance to theclubandspa, Bardolino will serve traditional Italian café classics as well as a variety of pasta dishes and pizzas.

To find out more about all the facilities, visit www.theclubandspabirmingham.co.uk or call in to The Cube, Mailbox, Birmingham. Tel 0121 643 2200

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WIN A LUXURY DINING EXPERIENCE FOR YOUAND THREE FRIENDS AT HARVEY NICHOLSFancy a VIP dining experience at Harvey Nichols Birmingham? Here’s your chance! We’ve teamed up with the most luxurious name in retail to offer you and three friends dinner at the Chef’s Table in the Harvey Nichols Restaurant and a wine choice picked to complement your meal perfectly.

Situated in the heart of the stylish Mailbox, the Harvey Nichols Restaurant has trailblazed the movement for premium casual dining in the city since it opened nearly a year ago. With Head Chef Mark Walsh at the helm, diners can enjoy a delicious range of starters, mains and desserts that use the best seasonal ingredients, many locally sourced.

The new menu features a range of mouth-watering choices, including: Scorched Provençal squid with Oxspring’s ham; roasted rump of spring lamb served with warm green pea and bean salad; and slow cooked Hampshire pork belly, baby carrots, leeks and spring cabbage. Delicious desserts include passion fruit and orange delice with passion fruit sorbet, and dark chocolate fondant and peppermint ice cream. There’s also a range of classics, such as the smoked 300g rib-eye steak and the hugely popular Harvey Nichols burger.

Our lucky winner and three friends will take their seats at the Chef’s Table to enjoy a delicious meal cooked and prepared before them by chef Mark,

while Wine Specialist Siofra O’Brien will hand-pick a selection of wines (total value for food and drinks up to £250) that will match your choices and enhance your

experience.

For your chance to win, visit www.69-degrees.co.uk and click on competitions.

Terms and Conditions: One winner will be drawn at random from all valid entries received. The prize must be taken from Sunday-Thursday between July 1 2016 and August 31 2016 (subject to availability) and the winner must book directly with Harvey Nichols. Prize includes a meal for four at the Harvey Nichols Restaurant in Birmingham, with wine, up to the value of £250. There is no cash alternative. Full Harvey Nichols terms: harveynichols.com/information/policies/competition-terms/ Competition closes 1st July 2016. Entrants must be 18 or over.

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As barbecue season arrives, it’s time to match those grilling skills with some great wines to ensure the perfect outdoor party. For real meat lovers, try Minchia Adelaide Hills Australia 2011, £21. A real “wow” from first sip to last, this is one seductive wine: a black cherry bomb with great spice; it’s big, rich and velvety and has great balance.

For those who enjoy fish or chicken straight from the barbie, opt for Tabali Reserva Viognier 2014 DO Limari Valley Chile, £15. An off-dry wine, this pairs well with lightly spiced dishes.

Finally, for those who plump for a rosé, try William Chase Rosé 14, £15. An elegant drink in an equally elegant bottle, there’s notes of white stone fruit and herbs. Dry and crisp with a great finish.

Siofra O’Brien is the Wine Specialist at Harvey Nichols Birmingham. Join her in store every Wednesday to enjoy complimentary drop-in taster sessions from 7pm-8pm. Call 0121 616 6024 for more details.

With our fingers firmly crossed for a barbecue summer, KATIE SAYERS, Foodmarket Manager at Harvey Nichols picks her top ten essentials to ensure your outdoor dining is the envy of the neighbours.

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10 1: Chase rhubarb vodka, £45. 2: Glendalough Distillery Wild Summer Botanical Gin, £49.95. 3: Harvey Nichols Pesto alla Genovese, £6.95. 4: Harvey Nichols chilli and lemongrass mayonnaise, £3.65. 5: Lazy Kettle concentrated hickory liquid smoke, £3.75. 6: Mason Jar cocktail shaker, £19.95. 7: Purity Brewing Co gnarly strong black beer, £19.50. 8: Regimental Condiment Company the King’s Gunners sauce, £5.95. 9: Rivsalt pink Himalayan rock salt with grinder, £24.95. 10: Whoop Ass chipotle barbecue sauce, £5.95.

Products available from the Foodmarket at Harvey Nichols Birmingham or online at harveynichols.com

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February 2017 sees one of the UK’s brightest comedic talents return to the stand-up stage as Jack Whitehall embarks on his biggest ever tour with a brand new show ‘At Large’. Bringing his unique brand of high-intensity silliness to thousands of fans, Jack has firmly established himself as one of the country’s most exciting and successful comedy talents, a status cemented by his People’s Choice Award for the King of Comedy at the 2012, 2013 & 2014 British Comedy Awards.

A talented actor and writer, Jack received critical acclaim and another British Comedy Award nomination for his portrayal of former public schoolboy JP in the hit C4 comedy drama Fresh Meat. Jack also created and starred in BAFTA-nominated sitcom Bad Education, has hosted his own chat show with his father Michael Whitehall on BBC 3 entitled Backchat and is a regular panellist on Sky 1 sports quiz A League of Their Own.

JACK WHITEHALL: AT LARGE will be at the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham on 14 February 2017 and Genting Arena Birmingham on the 16th February 2017. www.jackwhitehall.comJACK WHITEHALL: AT LARGE IN NOTTINGHAM AND BIRMINGHAM TREND: THE MULTIWAY DRESS

This season, getting the most out of your money is a key component to any savvy fashionista’s shopping list! Whether you’re getting married and are looking for bridesmaids dresses that are versatile enough for them to wear after the big day, or you have a number of occasions this year and want something you’ll be able to wear more than once, then Divine Boutique in Leicester City Centre have just the thing for you.

The multiway dress is fast becoming the IT dress of 2016 after the trend gaining huge popularity over visual social media channels like Instagram and Pinterest.

There are four main ways you can wear the dress:

Over The ShoulderThe Cross StrapThe Shoulder StrapThe Tie Up Halter

And there you have it, four different dresses in one – it’s that easy.

The Eliza And Ethan dress is available from Divine Boutique. First Floor Silver Arcade, Leicester. LE15FA www.divineladieswear.co.uk

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Summer has finally arrived! At Dr Protein, we’re helping people to make their summer eating even more enjoyable and delicious while on the go.

Not only have we got fresh smoothies and shakes, prepared in store, we’re also offering healthy, ready prepared meals and homemade treats. These are particularly ideal if you’re on a vegan diet or need gluten free foods.

We’re thrilled to announce that now, we’re also offering a range of household items for those

who are looking for healthier alternatives but still need a burst of energy and of course, protein. Pop in store and pick up items for your pantry, from coconut oil, mixed lentils and semolina to a range of nuts and dried fruits, we’re focused on bringing healthier alternatives to the area.

Find out more at dr-protein.co.uk or find them on Twitter and Instagram @drproteinuk

SUMMERTIME AND THE EATING IS EASY

Dr Protein, 68 Queens Road, Leicester, LE2 1TU Tel. 0116 2129262

The full line up of 71 bands has now been confirmed for Simon Says… 2016 by organisers De Montfort Hall, The Donkey, Firebug and The Musician.

34 bands will be playing Simon Says… for the first time from headliners The Wonder Stuff and Ferocious Dog to gypsy-swing band The Gadjos, self-styled champions of ‘vague’ pop, Lacura and doom metal band Mage, all of whom hail from Leicester.

2016 newbies also include ‘nu soul grungers’ Not My Good Arm, a catalogue of classic tunes from The Moonlights, guitar-lead Jesuscarfish, and melodramatic DIY guitar-pop from Kermes.

Simon Says… will once again be a stage for new talent via the BBC Introducing programme which was established in 2007 to support unsigned, undiscovered and under the radar musicians.

Simon Says… 2016 is on 23 and 24 July and tickets are on sale now. Weekend tickets at special advance purchase prices, cost £30 for adults, £20 for students, £10 for under 16s and £7.50 for under 10s. Under-5s get in free but still need to book a ticket.

To book or for more information contact De Montfort Hall on 0116 233 3111 or visit: demontforthall.co.uk simonsaysleicester.com

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SUN, SEA, SAND AND CHOONS!

TIRED OF RISKING THE WEATHER WITH THE SAME OLD UK FESTIVALS AND THE SAME OLD LINE UPS? THEN PACK UP YOUR BACKPACK, GRAB YOUR PASSPORT AND SWAP YOUR WELLIES FOR FLIP FLOPS IN ANTICIPATION OF SOME BEACHSIDE FESTIVAL FUN. HERE’S OUR CHOICE OF SOME THE BEST MUSIC FESTIVALS IN EUROPE THIS SUMMER.

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Set atop the Kobetamendi Hill with breath-taking views across culture-rich Bilbao, the 2016 edition of

Bilbao BBK Live will showcase acts including Arcade Fire, Pixies, Foals, New Order, Underworld, Tame Impala, Four Tet, Erol Alkan, Ame, Red Axes, M83, Years & Years, Hot Chip, Wolf Alice, Courtney Barnett, Soulwax & more. A stone’s throw from the beach and the famous Guggenheim Museum, it’s the perfect festival to combine with a city break. Be sure to explore Bilbao’s vibrant bar & restaurant scene and sample the Basque region’s famous Pintxos and local Rioja! Bilbao BBK Live takes place from 7-9 July 2016. 3-day tickets from £93 available at bilbaobbklive.com.

With guaranteed sunshine, shimmering sandy beaches and crystal clear waters, Croatia continues to be one of the most popular festival des-tinations. At Electric Elephant, days are spent relaxing by the beach, soaking up some rays, or heading onto the Adriatic for a disco-fuelled boat party, whilst nights are spent dancing beneath the stars to acts including Âme, Andrew Weatherall, Bicep, Boo Williams, Craig Charles, Greg Wilson, Kerri Chandler, Laura Jones, Jacques Renault, Psychemagik, Steffi and Todd Terry. There’s no experience quite like watching the sun rise above open air club Barbarellas, whilst dancing

side-by-side with friends and like-minded people! Electric Elephant takes place from 7-11 July 2016. 5-day tickets from £110 available at electricelephant.co.uk.

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Taking place on the sun-kissed golden sands of Zeebrugge Beach in Belgium,

WECANDANCE fuses together the very best in music, food, art and style for a one-of-a-kind festival experience. An exceptional line-up of quality electronic music and hip hop, this year’s festival features acts including Dixon, DJ Tennis, Eduardo Castillo, Jamie Jones, Maribou State, Recondite, Roy Davis Jr, Pachanga Boys, Young Marco, Vaal and more. Food, Art and Fashion are also a big part of the #WCD16 experience, with an international range of signature dishes developed by premium restaurants and chefs, expert mixologists and roaming sommeliers, plus Belgium’s rising fashion stars and impressive art installations from some of Belgium’s most respected artists. WECANDANCE takes place from 13-14 August 2016. 2-day tickets from £65 available at wecandance.be.

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Just a short ride away from the Serbian capital Belgrade, the beautiful Petrovaradin Fortress in Novi Sad provides the perfect setting for EXIT Festival. A host of different stages connected by cobbled streets, ramparts and tunnels, will showcase the likes of hip hop hero Wiz Khalifa, pop superstar Ellie Goulding, indie rockers Bastille, grime act Stormzy and many of the biggest names in electronic music, including Richie Hawtin, Dave Clarke, Jackmaster, Marco Carola, Nina

Kraviz, Wilkinson, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Solomun and Sigma. Exit Festival takes place from 7-10 July 2016. 4-day tickets from £79 available at exitfest.org.

EXIT FESTIVAL | SERBIA

Taking place in the picturesque coastal town of Salacgriva in Latvia, Positivus is

gearing up to celebrate it’s 10th anniversary in 2016. Positivus transports chart-topping headliners, underground emerging talent and exciting art and dance stages to their unspoiled atmospheric coastal setting amid stunning woodland. Festivalgoers can dip their toes in the Baltic sea or take in the atmosphere in a hammock beneath the trees whilst enjoying artists such as Air, Ellie Goulding, Grimes, Haelos, Hot Chip, Iggy Pop, John Newman, Mark Ronson (DJ Set), M83, Richard Hawley, San Fermin, Seinabo Sey, Years & Years, Wolf Alice & more. Positivus takes place from 15-17 July 2016. 3-day tickets from £70 available at positivusfestival.com

POSITIVUS |

LATVIA

Mysteryland takes visitors on a creative journey, combining the finest electronic music with an extensive arts and culture line-up. With over 350 acts, criss-crossing house, techno, disco, African beats, vinyl-only, hardstyle, hip hop and feel-good bands, this year’s line-up includes everything from big name acts like Diplo, Martin Garrix, Sam Feldt and Afrojack to underground acts such as Seth Troxler, Dave Clarke, Detroit Love (Carl Craig b2b Stacey

Pullen), Green Velvet, Karenn, Tom Trago and Surgeon ft. Lady Starlight. Plus there’s theatre, movies, street performers, and art installations from revered artists such as Kate Raudenbush, best known for her work on Burning Man Festival and balloon artist Robert Bose, famed for his Balloon Chain at Coachella. Mysteryland runs from 27-28 August 2016. 2-day tickets from £95 available at www.mysteryland.nl.

MYSTERYLAND | THE NETHERLANDS

Taking place at luxury hotel The Source, Oasis is soundtracked by the ultimate blend of house, techno, disco and electronica.

The sizzling Moroccan sun ensures a laid-back festival vibe by day as guests cool off in the pool, unwind with daily yoga and massage, enjoy authentic local street food, and revel in the spectacular views of the nearby Atlas Mountains. As night falls, the dancefloor brings the heat, as the finest DJs and live acts perform under captivating star-lit skies. Acts for 2016 include Bicep, B.Traits, David August, Dixon, Derrick May, Dubfire, Eli & Fur, Helena Hauff, Hunee, Job Jobse, Tale Of Us, The Black Madonna and Virginia. Oasis takes place from 16-18 September 2016. 3-day tickets from £120 available at theoasisfest.com.

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: A REVIEW OF AN EXCLUSIVE AND LUXURIOUS FACIAL AND TREATMENT AT G-LABS IN BIRMINGHAM. WE’RE NOT BAD BOSSES REALLY!

Imagine… a Harley Street Clinic at the heart of ‘OUR’ city! Well, imagine no more, as Birmingham welcomes G-Labs Medi Spa and it’s owner, Lea Lawrence. G-Labs has just launched a 5 star luxurious treatment service entitled the ‘Nefe Face & Body’ that offers bespoke packages using non-invasive state of the art technology used by none other than NASA and A list models and actresses to get red carpet ready. So, I took myself down to G-Labs to see exactly what is on offer.

On arrival, I was greeted by Lea Lawrence, the lady behind this innovative personalised treatment service . She made me feel at ease, explaining everything I needed to know which was great as I’m a complete novice when it comes to such treatments. Lea’s manner combined with the calm and soothing treatment room left me feeling completely relaxed.

Once I had changed into my fluffy gown, I was welcomed into the treatment rooms by my therapist. This was the first part of my non-invasive treatment, the exclusive 15-point Nefe Gold Facial, something no other clinic, spa or beauty company offers. It is an extremely flawless treatment to sculpt and tighten the face, concentrating on all the areas that can age as we get older.

Completely flawless from start to finish, I can say that this treatment was something I’d never experienced before in a Spa. When we think of facials, we think

of that area being the main focus, but this was an all over, personalised full body treatment in an amazingly therapeutic treatment room. Feeling completely and utterly relaxed, I was taken by my therapist into another treatment room where once again, I was greeted by Lea. Walking into the second treatment room made me feel a little uneasy, as although the room itself was stunning, there was a bed surrounded by machinery and wires- not what I would usually class as relaxation!

But within 5 minutes, Lea had made me feel quite at ease and in fact excited for the next stage of my treatment. She took into account all my lifestyle needs, asking lots of questions to determine how she could supply me with a complete bespoke personal service. The next stage of the treatment was to go beneath the skin using electrical currents. An incredible advance in technology focusing on your individual aesthetic beauty needs.

Surprisingly, it didn't hurt, it was incredibly relaxing and I couldn't wait to see the results. My skin felt amazing, looked amazing and the end results exceeded all of my expectations! It was a wonderfully indulgent experience from start to finish. This is just one of the superb personalised non-invasive treatments on offer at G-Labs and there are a wide range of treatments you can choose from, even as advanced as a DNA based assessment and course of treatments.

To discuss your options or book in with G-Labs, call Lea Lawrence 07926 732 582 or visit www.g-labs.co.uk for more information.

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A super-soaking immersive experience is set to be served up to outdoor activity fans thanks to the launch of Aqua Park Rutland - the UK’s biggest inflatable Aquaglide Aqua Park operating at Rutland Water this Summer. With huge potential for epic fails and total wipeouts, Aqua Park Rutland will offer one of the most entertaining ways to enjoy the Great British outdoors this summertime, whatever the weather!

Launching on Saturday 9th July and live for just eight weeks until the 4th September, the park features 16 fun obstacles to climb, jump, crawl, chute, launch, slide and splash. Tickets for the park are priced at £15, offering a

55-minute experience to tackle the awesome obstacles, balance beams, climbing walls, trampolines and blast bags.

As an active attraction, visitors to Aqua Park Rutland need to be ready for the physical challenge and must be aged 6+ , over 1.1m in height and able to swim 50m in a buoyancy vest to take part. Buoyancy vests are provided and wetsuits are available to hire for £5. Aqua Park Rutland opens on Saturday 9th July, but due to high interest visitors are encouraged to pre-book at www.aquaparkrutland.co.uk.SU

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You won’t need to spend long in Nottingham before you realise just how many great restaurants, bars, pubs, delis and cafes that the city has to offer. Nottingham is renowned for being a food and drink hotspot on a local, regional and national level with exciting new venues opening all the time.

So to celebrate all things tasty, the Nottingham Business Improvement District (BID), has created Taste Nottingham, an It’s in Nottingham initiative which will take place from Monday 27 June to Thursday 30 June.

During this four day extravaganza you’ll be able to enjoy some delicious offers and exciting events, including the first ever Moving Feast: a three-course meal which will take you across the city to different venues for the ultimate dining experience.

You can also save on eating and drinking with offers, discounts and special menus from many of Nottingham’s food and drink businesses. From coffee and cake to tantalising Thai, there’s something for all occasions, taste buds and budgets. Enjoy a night out at one of the city’s safe and well run Best Bar None accredited venues - look out for the Best Bar None sticker in windows of accredited city

centre venues. The city’s top Best Bar None venue will be crowned at the Nottinghamshire Food and Drink Awards on 22 June along with the winner of the best city centre experience category.

All the details of the events and offers have been brought together in a specially-created food and drink guide, which will be delivered to homes across the region and to businesses in the city centre. Pick up a copy and discover something new or rediscover an old favourite with the guide’s directory of all the different places in the city centre that you can visit to eat, drink and spend your time in.

To find out more about all the events taking place during Taste Nottingham and to book onto one of the Moving Feasts, visit - http://www.itsinnottingham.com/taste-nottingham

Keep up to date by liking It’s in Nottingham on Facebook: /itsinnottingham or by following them on Twitter and Instagram: @itsinnottingham and join in with the conversation by using the hashtag #TasteNottm

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Abby Corfan

This year’s overall BYPY winner is passionate about the arts and passionate about Birmingham.

She was recently promoted to Director of Marketing & Digital at CBSO, having joined the organisation in May 2014. She leads the marketing strategy for the orchestra, which is one of the best-known in the UK.

Abby’s experience in promoting the city’s cultural offering spans a decade, with previous roles including Marketing & Press Manager at DanceXchange and Audience Development at Audiences Central. She is also a West Midlands Member Rep for the Arts Marketing Association.

As part of her prize, Abby secured a place on the Common Purpose Navigator course, designed for emerging leaders. Other sponsors of BYPY16 included Santander UK, Gateley Plc, Squire Patton Boggs, SCC, the Mailbox, Malmaison Birmingham, SimkissGuy Recruitment, Hotel La Tour, and the Greater Birmingham Professional Services Academy.

Ben Collins

Ben is an Assistant Director in EY's Transaction Advisory Services team, working

on a large number of deals, involving project management of due diligence teams and advising corporates and private equity on transactions. Having spent eight years at EY, Ben has completed a number of impressive secondments. He is also trustee of Cheatle Trust.

Russ Hill

Winner of this year’s Legal category, Russ works is partner in Squire Patton, Boggs, specialising

in all aspects of banking and restructuring work. He works across all aspects of contentious and non-contentious insolvency and has particular expertise in the manufacturing sector and has spent time on secondment at a major clearing bank.

Ruqia ShariF

Winner of the HR, Recruitment and Training category, Ruqia is used to the demanding

world of HR, having joined the HS2 team from the Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA), supporting with Human Resources and Facilities for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. She also speaks four languages; English, Dutch, Arabic and Somali.

Mike Lally

Winner of this year’s Property and Construction category, Mike has recently moved to Buro Four,

having been a project manager at Mace, the international consultancy and construction company behind the new-look Birmingham New Street Station. Mike project-managed schemes including Aston Business School and Aston Students Union and Telford’s Southwater One.

Mike BroomanBased at the Innovation Birmingham Campus, this year’s Technology category winner sits at the heart of the city’s tech start-ups as CEO of Vanti, leading an expert team of solution architects, engineers, developers, and project managers who work together to build beautiful digital experiences for clients from London to Qatar and beyond.

Think you’ve got what it takes? To find out more and maybe even look at what you need to do to enter next year, visit bpsbirmingham.co.uk/bypy


HAILING FROM BIRMINGHAM, HANNAH

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AMNESIA IN IBIZA THIS SUMMER AND APPEARING ON THE

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SPORT FOR MUSIC, THE HUGE GROWTH IN MIDLANDS TALENT ON THE INTERNATIONAL DANCE CIRCUIT AND

HOW IT FEELS WHEN DREAMS COME TRUE.

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How did you make the switch to professional women’s football and teaching PE to DJing?

It all kind of flowed really. I’d always played football and started getting into DJing when I was about 16, just as a hobby really. I went off to uni and carried on with my football, coaching part time and Djing. I started getting some local gigs and when uni finished I had to decide whether to carry on with the football coaching and teaching PE or take the chance and pursue my passion for DJing. Things snowballed after that and I spent the summers of 2010 and 2011 working and checking things out; I think they were pivotal too. I just took the jump and it paid off.

Is it true that you literally spent your time door knocking for gigs in Ibiza? It must be an amazing feeling now to know that you’re going to return with a residency at Amnesia?

It’s something that doesn’t sink in, but if I do stop and think how far I’ve come and where I’ve come from and how much Ibiza means to me it’s pretty overwhelming. It is literally my dream come true so yeah it’s quite emotional when you sit there and think about it. I can’t explain it, it’s an absolute honour.

We caught you several times over the last few months; there was No Tomorrow in Nottingham, at Ibiza Rocks at the W.A.R closing party, the last night of your What Hannah Wants tour and more recently with My Nu Leng on board your boat party at Lost and Found. That was definitely one of my highlights of the festival. Is there a particular gig or festival that stands out to you?

I like every gig regardless. I mean even if it’s not so much of a good gig I’ll still learn something from it. All the gigs you mentioned were great but they were all so completely

different. I absolutely love doing the boat parties because they’re so small and intimate and you can actually touch people and

I love that kind of intimate vibe; I can delve into garage and go a bit crazy with a smaller crowd which is great. But then my tour was much more of an underground warehouse type of vibe which then is so different to festivals with thousands of people and it’s more intense. So they’re all different and provide different atmospheres. A few of the festivals that stand out to me over the past couple of years though are Hide Out in Croatia, Creamfields and Park Life. They were all amazing.

“Birmingham has one of the most vibrant clubbing

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It’ll be amazing to be there, I love playing in Amsterdam as they’re always all up for a rave. It doesn’t matter if it is 7 o’clock in the morning or 7 o’clock at night! I don’t know much about it as yet- I’m not sure if it’s an outside stage or an indoor stage even but I know it’ll be a great night.

There’s some incredible talent coming out of Birmingham at the moment with the likes of Tom Shorterz, Seedy Sonics and Lady Leshurr. How does it feel to be flying the flag for the city on an international level?

Birmingham is very special to me, it’s where I honed my skills so I’m forever grateful. Birmingham is one of my favourite places in the world to play as obviously it’s my home town but it also has one of the most vibrant clubbing scenes in the UK. I wish I didn’t have the Brummie accent though!

I’m guessing that’s why you closed your What Hannah Wants tour there. The tour was such a success nationally, do you have any plans to take it international?

Long term plans, I definitely don’t want to rush anything. I’ve got a fairly long standing reputation in the UK and as far as Australia and America I’ve got a long way to go yet. You know it’s part of the journey and part of the challenge so again I wouldn’t want to rush anything. I think I’ve got to make a name for myself as a DJ first, but yes in terms of a long term goal I want to expand worldwide but it’ll just take time.

So what is next for Hannah Wants?

I just want to be the biggest and best that I can be for as long as I can be, but I think I’ve got a long way to go and I just want to improve constantly. So now I’ve obviously got to a certain level, I certainly won’t be taking my foot off the pedal. I’ve got to change it up and bring other stuff to the table. I don’t know what the future holds but I’ll have fun on the way

so we will see. I’ve got big aspirations for me personally and the Hannah Wants brand itself.

I’m a big believer in the goal setting and you can get literally get anything you want through hard work and it is incredible what you can achieve…

It was something really weird, I was actually going through my old hard drive the other day and I found a list of goals I set years ago in about 2013, and I’d written things on there like Mixmag cover, Amnesia residency, BBC radio 1 residency and this was way back before anything had happened and I’ve completed every single goal that was on there and you look back and think wow.

For more details of where you can catch Hannah Wants check out her website.www.HannahWants.com

SUMMER FASHION SPECIAL:

WE’RE ALL ABOUT SUMMERTIME FUN THIS ISSUE FROM FESTIVAL FASHION TO SHORESIDE STYLE, WE’VE EVEN GOT YOU COVERED ON THE ACCESSORIES.

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THE SCENT OF SUMMEREven if you’re not escaping to a desert island this summer you can still choose a fragrance that captures the essence of beach walks, white-washed villas and exotic florals, says HELEN GOUGH, Beauty Manager at Harvey Nichols...

SPECIAL FEATURE

Acqua Di Parma Blu Mediterraneo Cedro Di Taormina EDT, £61 (75ml)

Vibrant, intense and inspired by the sophistication of Taormina in Sicily. A blend of fresh and zesty notes combined with the intense signature of spice and wood.

Atelier Flou Paradis Paradis EDP, £195 (100ml):

The brainchild of Jean-François Cabos, former President of Balenciaga, Atelier Flou is a collection of ten beautiful fragrances. The iris flower combines with jasmine to form the floral heart of Paradis Paradis.

Estée Lauder Beyond Paradise EDP, £30 (50ml):

Fresh, fruity and floral, there’s a heady mix of tropical wetness, zesty freshness and deep florals. Meet your new summer scent!

Heeley Cocobello EDP, £125 (100ml):

Light notes of Tahitian gardenia blend beautifully with coconut, Virginian cedar wood and exotic benzoin. A tropical island paradise in a bottle.

Maison Margiela Replica Beach Walk EDT, £65 (100ml):

With fresh and radiant notes of bergamot, lemon, pink pepper and ylang ylang, Beach Walk evokes hints of ocean spray. It does what it says on the tin!

Marc Jacobs Cucumber Splash EDT, £38 (100ml):

A delectable summer treat, with the crisp cool scent of cucumber. Clean and refreshing, there’s a floral heart of lily of the valley, linden blossom and Dutch freesia.

Tom Ford Soleil Blanc EDP, £145 (50ml):

A floral fragrance with an unexpected spiced opening of cardamom and pink peppercorn. Combine this with ylang ylang, Egyptian jasmine, Tonka bean and coconut for the perfect holiday fragrance.

Tom Ford Mandarino Di Amalfi EDP, £145 (50ml):

Capturing the calm idyll of the whitewashed villas dotting the cliff sides of Amalfi. Citrus fruits blend with mint, thyme and wildflowers.

All fragrances featured are available from the Beauty Hall at Harvey Nichols Birmingham or online at harveynichols.com.

Take your cue from the A-listers this season – the right pair of sunglasses will add an instant dash of style and polish to your summer wardrobe. Whether you’re a fan of the aviator, love tints or think bigger is better, there’s a style to suit your face.

Trends come straight from the catwalk, with modern shapes and high-tech materials competing with more retro designs. Be bold in colourful frames or go for a cool vintage look inspired by Jackie O. When it comes to suiting your face shape, the general rule is

round faces look better in more angular styles while thinner faces should opt for rounder frames.

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sunglasses, £370. 4: Fendi oval-frame sunglasses, £300.

5: Hook LDN square-frame sunglasses, £165. 6: Miu Miu

cat-eye sunglasses, £190. 7: Prada oval-frame sunglasses, £260. 8:

Tom Ford Eyewear square-frame sunglasses, £220. 9: Victoria

Beckham oversized sunglasses, £375. 10: Yves Saint Laurent classic

aviator-style sunglasses, £235.


Take your cue from the A-listers this season – the right pair of sunglasses will add an instant dash of style and polish to your summer wardrobe. Whether you’re a fan of the aviator, love tints or think bigger is better, there’s a style to suit your face.

Trends come straight from the catwalk, with modern shapes and high-tech materials competing with more retro designs. Be bold in colourful frames or go for a cool vintage look inspired by Jackie O. When it comes to suiting your face shape, the general rule is

round faces look better in more angular styles while thinner faces should opt for rounder frames.

All items featured are available from Harvey Nichols Birmingham or online at harveynichols.com.

Celebrities are rarely pictured without them. They’re an instant fashion fix for a no make-up day. And most importantly they protect your eyes from the sun’s harmful rays.

But just which pair should you chose? We asked HELEN GOUGH, Beauty and Sunglasses Manager at Harvey Nichols, to reveal the most stylish shades for summer.

1.Atelier Vingt-Deux titanium sunglasses, £425. 2.Cutler and Gross aviator-style sunglasses, £360. 3.Dior Homme mirrored sunglasses, £389. 4.Givenchy wraparound, £369. 5.Gucci iridescent aviator-style sunglasses, £205. 6. ill.i. Optics by will.i.am acetate sunglasses, £195. 7. Le Specs round-frame sunglasses, £49. 8.Ray-Ban clubmaster wooden sunglasses, £253. 9.Salvatore Ferragamo sunglasses, £211. 10.Taylor Morris Eyewear round-frame sunglasses, £210.

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So you’ve got your tickets and worked out what bands on what stage and when. Now all you’ve got to do is pack. Your festival wardrobe needs to work hard; it needs to be adaptable, stylish and fuss free whilst still ensuring you look sharp enough to pull in the avant-garde acid house and progressive drum and bass tent after not showering for three days…

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with perfectly chosen summer essentials. Harvey Nichols Private Shopping Manager JOHN PAUL McGUIRK reveals the products he wouldn’t leave home without.

All products featured are available from Harvey Nichols Birmingham, either in store or via the Style Concierge service.

SPECIAL FEATURE

1: Super stylish sliders should be at the top of your summer wish-list, perfect for slipping on and off as you hit the beach. I love these Alexander McQueen leather sliders, £295.

2: For impeccable sound quality on-the-go, look no further than Bang & Olufsen’s BeoPlay H6 headphones, £329. The slick design offers crystal clear sound quality.

3: An absolute classic, this Borsalino Panama hat, £155, is the chicest way to shade.

4: Dermalogica’s Solar Defense Booster SPF50, £38.90, offers sun screen all skin types. Use under moisturiser or on its own, its UV Smart Booster Technology offers high level protection.

5: Cut a dash on the Costas with Dior Homme aviator-style sunglasses, £255. A style that simply never goes out of fashion.

6: Ditch the Brit abroad reputation and opt for on-trend florals this summer. These monochrome Dolce & Gabbana swim shorts, £275, look just as good on the beach as they do in the bar.

7: The sun certainly feels wonderful, but the after-effects may require replenishment and rehydration. La Prairie’s Soothing After Sun Mist, £64, naturally calms, soothes and moisturises sun-parched skin.

9: Make a fashion statement on the beach with this black and white Moschino beach towel, £85, featuring the brand’s signature logo.

8: Shiseido Urban Environment Protection Cream Plus SPF50, £31, offers exceptional

hydration while protecting against external aggressors such as UV rays, dryness and air pollution.

10: Pack all your beach essentials in this Porter nylon backpack, £445. Handmade, with adjustable straps and detachable pouches.

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Outfit by Topman

Hand luggage packing is all about embracing the capsule concept- choose individual pieces that can be worn in multiple ways to give you the maximum number of options.

Choose a plain, matt finished swim short, that way it can be worn as short as well.

Pack a chambray shirt; more forgiving than linen and looks better with a crumple or two. Wear sleeves rolled up with shorts or rolled down for dinner.

A slim fit chino- khaki goes with everything- plain t shirt and tank. Add in a lightweight sweater, either v neck or crew, and you can mix, match or layer

depending on the weather. A good quality leather slider can take you from beach to bar; you can team them with any element of your travelling outfit so you’re ready for any occasion. Now all that’s needed are some killer sunglasses - did you see our feature on page 38?

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EVERY HOLIDAY IT’S THE SAME: YOU CLICK ON THE HAND LUGGAGE ONLY OPTION WHEN BOOKING YOUR FLIGHTS AND THEN PANIC AS TO HOW YOU’RE GOING TO FIT IN A WEEK’S WARDROBE INTO A HOLDALL THE SIZE OF A HANDBAG. FEAR NOT, THE SIXTYNINE STYLE GURUS ARE AT HAND TO ENLIGHTEN YOU IN THE ART OF HAND LUGGAGE PACKING AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS AWAIT.

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CRITICAL LISTFROM THE SMALL SCREEN TO THE BIG STAGE, CONSOLE TO CLUB, IF IT’S WORTH SEEING,HEARING OR DOING, THEN IT’S HERE...

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The Best of the US

The USA is an enormous country: almost two and a half times the size of the European Union. The state of Texas is almost twice the size of Germany, two United Kingdoms could fit into California…you get the idea. That makes planning a trip there a herculean task. To simplify things, we’ve created a guide to the highlights of each region in the USA.

New York City: New York really is the city that never sleeps. There’s just too much to do: incredible theatre on Broadway and beyond, global cuisine on every corner, skyscrapers stretching up as high as the eye can see and dozens of museums and galleries. Don’t limit yourself to Manhattan and Brooklyn, the other three boroughs and upstate New York have lots to offer as well. Experience the serenity upstate in the Hudson Valley with leafy parks and vibrant arts and farming communities.

Maine Coast: With its rocky shorelines, pretty towns and friendly locals, Maine’s coast is a quintessential New England destination. It’s ideal for sailing and fishing, or just hanging out by the harbour. Binging on seafood is a must while you’re here; Maine is famous for its lobsters, oysters and clams.

Boston: Founded in 1630, Boston is one of the USA’s oldest cities and perhaps the best place to discover the country’s founding. Walk the Freedom

Trail that links historic sites from the American Revolution. Boston is also a major sports city with professional baseball, basketball, hockey and American football teams.

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New Orleans: Nowhere epitomises ‘melting pot’ quite as well as this French-Creole-Southern city. Come to eat – sugar-sprinkled beignets, shrimp-stuffed po’ boy sandwiches, gumbo thick with spices and seafood. Come to learn – French, Spanish and African history, historic architecture, the legacy of Hurricane Katrina. Come to dance – brass bands, jazz clubs, street parades, Mardi Gras.

Civil Rights Tour: Integral to American history, the Civil Rights Movement ended racial segregation and paved the way for equality. Visit Alabama and see the Rosa Parks Museum, the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute and the famous bridge in Selma where one of the movement’s iconic marches occurred. Follow Martin Luther King Jr.’s life, from his Atlanta childhood home to the Memphis motel where he was assassinated.

Beaches: California gets all the hype but the Southeast has some of the best beaches in the USA. There’s something for everyone, from the glamour of Miami’s

South Beach to the rustic shores of North and South Carolina’s coastal islands.

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Where to go to in the Midwest

Great Lakes: Superior, Michigan, Huron, Erie, and Ontario – these five lakes truly deserve their name; taken together, they are the largest body of freshwater in the world. Their rocky cliffs, lush green islands and wide-open beaches invite both adventure and relaxation.

Great Lakes Cities: The Great Lakes region is also where natural beauty meets enterprising cities. This is the former industrial heartland of the USA, where fortunes were built at the turn of the 20th century. Visit the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, have a pint at a craft brewery in Milwaukee, or watch revitalisation in action in Detroit.

Chicago: A metropolitan city with a neighbourly Midwestern vibe, Chicago draws visitors for its diverse food scene, world-class museums, and legendary architecture. Its winters may be brutal, but it more than makes up for them with its incredible summers: free outdoor festivals and concerts, baseball games at Wrigley Field and lazy afternoons wandering Lake Shore Drive.

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Texas Cities: Explore Texan hospitality through its cities. Hang with hipsters and listen to the latest indie bands in Austin, feast on authentic Tex-Mex and visit the historic Alamo in San Antonio, go to a rodeo in Fort Worth and enjoy the USA’s largest arts district in Dallas.

Skiing in Colorado: Winter in the Colorado Rockies is a skier’s dream – long sunny days, fluffy deep powder and consistent heavy snowfall. At the legendary big ski towns like Aspen, Vail and Telluride, there’s some of the world’s best downhill, cross-country and backcountry skiing. Beginners and experts welcome.

California Cities: No trip to the West Coast would be complete without experiencing California’s two most famous cities: Los Angeles and San Francisco. These rivals share great beaches and thriving restaurant scenes, but they differ a lot as well – LA has sunshine, traffic, urban sprawl and Hollywood, while San Fran has fog, cable cars and Silicon Valley.

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Often lumped in with the ‘Arab States’, Qatar lies somewhere between the relative laissez faire lifestyle of Dubai and the more disciplinarian rule of Saudi Arabia. Here is a city that dares to dream big; that is fast reinventing itself as a luxury stopover destination

to rival Dubai, calling itself ‘The Gateway to the World’. It also realises that to be a world player – bear in mind it’s hosting the World Cup in 2022 – it needs to do something serious with its PR issues. SIXTYNINE degrees’ Kevin Urquhart jumped at the chance of visiting Qatar’s capital, Doha, to find out for himself…

Qatar is a direct flight from Birmingham to Hamad International in Doha. The 6.5hour flight on the Dreamliner 787 skirts you past white topped mountains and great lakes as big as seas, flying over international waters sandwiched between Baghdad, Bahrain and Basra. These are oil rich, war torn, politically and religiously over-zealous states that we are all familiar with from conflict reports on the TV. It is with this media-led view that I enter Qatar, admittedly apprehensive.

Qatar found deep reserves of oil and gas in the

1930s and has, in the past eighty years, gone giddy with wealth with most growth in the past twelve years alone. You quickly realise that the business cognoscenti have been dabbling in Doha for decades: 20% of our gas comes from here; bi-lateral trade amounts to over £5bilion currently and Qatari investment in the UK valued at over £30 billion to date. That Qatar investors own half of the real estate in London – including Harrods – should also not go unrecognized, nor that universities such as Coventry are havens for entrepreneurial Qataris seeking a thorough grounding in business studies.

Everything appears to be with its own obsolescence in mind. With no restrictions on land, imagination or money, it’s a heady formula! What they lack in taste, they make up for in ambition. Doha: the biggest little country you’ve never heard of. It dares to dream big. It embraces reinvention. When you combine this with year-round sunshine, golden beaches, and every major luxury shipping brand in the world – plus it’s only 6.5 hours from UK - what’s not to adore in Doha?

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DRINKING IN DOHAQatar is a Muslim state, but that’s not to say it doesn’t drink. Certainly, there is only one licenced liquor store in Doha and you have to have a licence to purchase alcohol, but drink is not difficult to discover with every five-star hotel and resort offering a range of bars and restaurants that are unsurpassed. Make sure you try:

Nobu at the Four Seasons. A lantern lit path navigates around the Four Seasons hotel and harbour, showing Nobu and its multi-million pound yachts to full effect. It is, quite simply, one of the most stunning and achingly hip inside/outside bars and restaurants in the world.

The Sheraton Hotel’s Backyard has an incredible lounge and club and is one of the hottest places to be seen at: DJs such as Tiesto play regularly. It also operates an anti-glamour dress code, which is highly unusual in Doha.

SHOPPING IN DOHA

Seriously? Designer shopping is the true deity of Doha. Every luxury fashion brand is vying for square footage in Doha’s 17 malls. Be sure to visit Souq Waqif: This appears ancient, but has been purpose built in the style of the traditional souq with a warren of highly fragranced alleys and specialist markets where everything is traded and bartered for: from gold, cloth and handicrafts. Charmingly, one trader proclaimed to have a wonderful selection of ‘real, genuine fakes!’

TOURIST MUSTS SEESSand Dune Bashing at Sealine:

A convoy of Landcruisers literally belt over the desert – sometimes

with all four wheels off the ground – until you hit the sealine at Khor al Adeid, which is where the desert meets the sea. Your rattled bones are justly rewarded with a beach oasis where you can sunbathe on floating pontoons and eat bbq food under canopies. Museum of Islamic Art (MOIA):

this is one of Doha’s most iconic structures and is breathtaking.

Set over three floors and designed by I.M.Pei, it has the largest and finest collections of pieces representing more than 1,400 years of civilisation. What’s interesting is that many of the artefacts have been bought from the UK and re-interred in Doha. It’s also symbolic of Qatar’s ambition of being seen as a major arts and cultural destination.

The Dhow Cruise: The traditional Dhow boat trip leisurely circles the MOIA before setting

out to sea. Leaping off the boat and floating in the salty, cyan seas is a must!

WHERE TO STAY

Doha is home to some of the world’s most luxurious hotels, so don’t be expecting a backpacker trail of hostels: the W; the Westin Doha; the St Regis; the Kempinski and the Sheraton are some of the city’s finest. One of the new kids on the block is the Shangri La, which is based on the famous La Corniche; a five kilometre promenade that wraps around three sides of the sea inlet. Recently opened, this is opulent, spacious and befitting its five-star stature. Its seventh floor, open air, rooftop pool is stunning.

The Shangri-La Doha, rooms start at £172 per night,

depending on season and availability. www.shangri-la.com/doha/shangrila

The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa, rooms start at £150 per night.

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HOW TO GET THEREQatar Airways operates an eight times weekly service from Birmingham to Doha with prices starting at £627 return in Economy Class and £3,459 in Business Class. For more information visit www.qatarairways.com or call 0330 024 0125.

FIND OUT MORE For more information on Qatar, visit www.qatartourism.gov.qa

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BALLET BLACK TRIPLE BILL FEATURING STORYVILLE@ Nottingham Playhouse22nd Junewww.nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk

As the centerpiece of Christopher Hampson’s Storyville is the bittersweet fable of Nola, a farm girl who falls prey to unscrupulous characters and worldly desires in 1920s New Orleans, set to the haunting music of Kurt Weill.

WEDNESDAY AT BE FESTIVAL 2016@ Birmingham REP22nd Junewww.birmingham-rep.co.uk

A brand new solo show by performer Sean Kempton, who uses his engrossing and playful comedic presence to tell a story about love. Touching upon human fragility, awkwardness and hilarity, Sean is an expert in movement – integrating mime, clown, physical comedy and other physical disciplines. This intimate performance,is part of Be Festival which takes place from 21-25 June.

TRINITY WARRIORS: JOURNEY THROUGH DANCE@ Deda Derby24th – 25th Junewww.deda.uk.comThis is not only a brief look into different Dance styles and eras, but also a quick trip down memory lane to how the Trinity Warriors Dance Academy started and an introduction to its groups and

Jamie Raven wowed audiences on the 2015 Final of Britain’s Got Talent and since then has had over 200 million views online of his mind blowing illusions. SIXTYNINE degrees caught up with Jamie ahead of his UK tour which includes Leicester’s De Montfort Hall on the 18th June.

So most of us were given a magic set when we were younger is that how it started for you? Well I never had a magic set! I reckon I was about 8 or 9. I remember one of my earliest memories of it was when we used to go on holiday to Spain every summer and I remember hanging round with all the Spanish kids. Spanish playing cards are different to the ones over here and one of the guys did a trick, where you put cards into piles and move this here, that there and so on. I was really intrigued as to how it worked. Later on we went to visit some family friends who lived in India and there was a magician at our restaurant and he showed me how to do some tricks and that’s what got me hooked.

So, before you actually went on Britain’s Got Talent were you performing magic full time? Well I went to Bath University when I was 17, not through any academic brilliance but just because my birthday is at the end of August and I got an economics degree but along the way, I’d been learning magic for about 9 years at that point, I met a guy who ran an entertainment agency and he said there was a demand for magicians to wander round at parties so I started that.

So aside from the Britain’s Got Talent judges who is the most famous person you’ve performed for? The most famous would be Richard Branson. I’d done some work Virgin Atlantic before the show and they have lots of events to celebrate lots of things so I’ve entertained a few times on inaugural flights to new locations.

So what’s the best trick that you’ve ever seen? I would have to say, there’s a difference between the best trick and the best routine. The best routine I’ve ever seen was Marco Karvo. He does a routine where he produces all of these different birds from everywhere, dove after dove just appear from nowhere and then right at the end he produces this giant parrot that he throws out into the audience and it flies all the way round the theatre before landing back on his arm. In terms of my favourite trick, it’d probably be David Copperfield flying. That was just amazing watching him actually fly on the stage, getting a lady out of the audience and carrying her; it was like a real life peter pan.

Are there any illusions that you’re still trying to work out how they did it? Oh there are loads! You know what I’ve learnt, it doesn’t matter what profession you’re in, the more you learn, the more you realise how little you actually know. You will only ever be on the tip of the iceberg in any field, there’s always so much more to learn and to discover. That’s what I love about magic.

Jamie Raven will be at De Montfort Hall, Leicester on the 18th June. Tickets cost from £18.50, with concessions £16.50. Call 0116 233 3111 or visit www.demontforthall.co.uk

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individuals. Trinity Warriors is a group of friends from Derby that have been dancing together since 2001. They represented Derby & Bboy culture on hit TV show Got To Dance on Sky 1.

THE SONS OF PITCHES@ Birmingham Town Hall26th Junewww.thsh.co.uk

If you’re looking for soaring solos, impeccable harmonies and sensational beatboxing, don’t miss The Naked Choir winners, The Sons of Pitches. With nearly two million YouTube hits and a growing international reputation, the multi-award winning British vocal group have ‘given acappella a kick up the backside’ (ThreeWeeks).

COLLIE BUDDZ@ Digbeth 02 Institute 28th Junewww.02institutebirmingham.comGrowing up in Bermuda, reggae music was a formidable influence on a young Collie Buddz. From his days as a producer, he’s since honed his craft on the road touring with artists such as Cypress Hill, Rebelution and Matisyahu. He’s performed in front of thousands at festivals like Lollapalooza, Boomtown, Summer Jam and the California Roots Festival. While touring, Buddz still found time to record new material and release original music independently on his own record label, Harper Digital.

MAMMA MIA!@ Birmingham Hippodrome28th June – 3rd Septemberwww.birminghamhippordome.comJoin the ultimate feel-good party at Mamma Mia!, the world’s sunniest and most exhilarating smash-hit musical. Set on a Greek island paradise, a story of love, friendship and identity is cleverly told through the timeless songs of ABBA.

BEYOND THE WATER’S EDGE@ Belgrade Theatre1st – 2nd Julywww.belgrade.co.ukDrawing from every continent we are given stories that move and inspire – from Sweden to Chile and all points between. The drama of love, loss and re-birth mingle with the comedy of daily life, resulting in a captivating series of portraits presented through the words of some of the world’s best poets.

FOOTLOOSE@ The New Alex4th – 9th Julywww.atgtickets.comKick off your Sunday shoes and cut loose as the explosive rock ‘n’ roll musical sensation Footloose bursts onto the UK stage in a remastered show sure to get your toes tapping.

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW@ The Curve Theatre4th July – 9th July www.curveonline.co.uk@ New Lex, Birmingham10-15 October

Following the global cinema and TV release of the live West End broadcast which hit No1 in the UK Box office charts, this new 2016 tour of Richard O’Brien’s classic continues to smash records in theatres across the country. Bursting at the seams with timeless classics, including Sweet Transvestite, Damn it Janet, and of course, the pelvic thrusting Time Warp, Richard O’Brien’s Rocky Horror Show is a non-stop party!

Kenneth Branagh directs a new vision of Shakespeare’s heartbreaking tragedy, reuniting Richard Madden and Lily James, the stars of his blockbuster hit ‘Cinderella’, to play ‘Romeo & Juliet’, the star-crossed lovers of Shakespeare’s classic romantic tragedy.

Falling madly in love with each other, Romeo and Juliet’s amorous affair is swiftly derailed by their families, the Montagues and the Capulets. A long-standing feud between them threatens to tear the lovers apart, and will have devastating consequences for both families.

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ON THE EDGE - A FEAST OF BONES@ Birmingham REP8th – 9th Julywww.birmingham-rep.co.ukTheatre Lovett take their inspiration for A Feast of Bones from the story of Henny Penny, paralleling this story of five birds who joyously march towards an unforeseen doom with the jingoisitic march of Europe towards a ‘glorious war’ in 1914.So let the merry music strike up, let hunger be satisfied and let the laughter be so loud you cannot hear the distant thunder.THATS THE WAY, A-HA A-HA, JOE LYCETT@ The New Alex10th Julywww.atgtickets.com

The self-proclaimed ‘absolute lad’ is back with an all new stand-up show, following appearances on Live at the Apollo, 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown and a wine tour of the French Riviera. There’s a good chance you’ll Lycett.

THE COUNTRY DOCTOR@ Belgrade Theatre20th – 22nd Julywww.belgrade.co.uk

Fleeing the shame of his failure at medical school in Moscow, a young man escapes to the cold isolation

of the Russian countryside. Here, he happens upon a lonely medical surgery. A peculiar cohort of nurses and surgeons take him in to be their new head doctor; a position he freely embraces despite his lack of qualifications. How long will he survive in the country before his failure in the city catches up with him?

SPLENDOUR FESTIVAL WITH JESS GLYNNE@ Wollaton Park23rd July www.rescuerooms.com

Recognised as the city’s biggest summer day out and shortlisted in the final three for Best Festival in the national Live Music Business awards, organisers DHP Family and Nottingham City Council are keen to replicate the success of last year which saw 20,000 festival goers sprawled across Wollaton Park. Aside from the three music stages, there’s comedy in the courtyard, a kids’ area and entertainers out and about in the crowd, the festival is a fantastic day out for all the family.

Scarlett Daggers and Déda: LaDéDa Burlesque Cabaret@ Deda Derby23rd Julywww.deda.uk.com

Produced by racy redhead Scarlett Daggers and compèred by lyrical lothario Stage Door Johnny, the duo host a flirtatious night of fun that will leave you hot under the collar.

SIMON SAYS... WEEKEND 2016@ De Montfort Hall 23rd July

Headlining this year are The Wonder Stuff who are celebrating their 30th anniversary. Their performance at Simon Says… will be part of their

ODDSOCKS: MACBETH @ MAC Birmingham, Sun 17 July www.macbirmingham.co.uk

Shakespeare’s dramatic story of ambition turned bad is brought vividly to life in Oddsocks’ hilarious new musical adaptation. Set in an orderly and steampunk-style world of value and decency, the ruling monarch Duncan holds sway with a caring, iron fist. His chief warlords Macbeth and Banquo return triumphantly from the battle field - The Boys are Back in Town and on the way discover supernatural assistance in the trio of the three weird sisters and soon they are on course for promotions.

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UK tour celebrating the music which has seen the band sell millions of albums since the release of The Eight Legged Groove Machine, back in 1988. Fans will love the passion and attitude which sets the band apart from the majority of their contemporaries and their many hits including The Size of a Cow and Dizzy are sure to be crowd-pleasers.

BIRMINGHAM ICW: SEVEN NATION ARMY@ Digbeth 02 Institute30th Julywww.02institutebirmingham.co.ukUK entertainment success Insane Championship Wrestling (ICW) embarks on a mammoth three-part tour. Fighting to return UK wrestling to the spotlight, ICW embraces the sport’s roots while injecting its own brand of comedy and theatrical entertainment for a more mature audience.

CHICAGO@ Nottingham Royal Concert Hall15th – 20th Augustwww.trch.co.uk

Based on real life events back in the roaring 1920s, nightclub singer Roxie Hart shoots her lover and along with cell block rival, double-murderess Velma Kelly, they fight to keep from death row with the help of smooth talking lawyer, Billy Flynn.

SPRING AWAKENING@ The Curve Theatre 17th – 20th Augustwww.curveonline.co.uk

Caught between childhood and adulthood, this poignant story follows

a group of teenagers who live in a world without any answers. Led by the headstrong and charismatic Melchior Gabor, they are forced to educate themselves on life’s biggest issues and revolt against the adults who suppress them. But as the group learn more about the world around them, their own lives begin to spiral out of control…

MINISTRY & DEVILDRIVER@ Digbeth 02 Institute18th Augustwww.02institutebirmingham.co.uk

Industrial metal legends Ministry, led by the prodigious Al Jourgensen, are returning to the UK in the Summer of 2016. News such as this by itself will be cause for celebration amongst Ministry’s legions of fans, but what makes the news even better is that they’re bringing Californian groove metal favourites Devildriver along for the ride with them!

MARVEL UNIVERSE LIVE!@ Motorpoint Arena7th – 11th Septemberwww.motorpointarenanottingham.com

This show is taking the live entertainment experience to a whole new level, with an epic show unlike anything seen before. Bringing together the largest assembly of Marvel characters in a live production, audiences will be able to watch some of their favourite Marvel

Super Heroes step out of the silver screen and onto the stage - bringing the action to life right before their eyes.

STICKY FINGERS@ Digbeth 02 Institute8th Septemberwww.02institutebirmingham.co.ukSticky Fingers – or STIFI to their legions of Oz follows – throw together reggae, psych, pop and Bourbon, “hypnotizing you into a swaying trance” and then it will “punch you in the face for dancing like a hippy”. It’s borderline contradictory fusion of flavours will speak to every walk of life, reflecting the multiplicity of the native Australian. It’s the perfect summer soundtrack.

BPM | PRO 2016@ Genting Arena11th – 13th Septemberwww.gentingarena.co.ukAn event like no other - BPM|PRO is the only place to witness special effects from the front row, experience earth-shattering performances from the hottest DJs. From bedroom DJs to professional audio technicians, BPM|PRO is the best place to interact with the industry you love.

SUE PERKINS LIVE! in SPECTACLES@ Birmingham Town Hall

18th Septemberwww.thsh.co.ukSue is best known for being one half of double act Mel and Sue, presenters of GBBO. In 2008 she won the BBC show Maestro culminating in her conducting at The Last Night of the Proms. She created the acclaimed travel documentary The Mekong River with Sue Perkins and is a regular contributor to Have I Got News For You, Just a Minute, Qi and The News Quiz.

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TAKE IT TO CHURCHIt’s been almost eight years since Alexandra Burke’s debut single Halleluiah sold over a million copies in the UK alone; a first for a British Female Soloist. Since then she’s released two albums, received critical acclaim for her role in the hit musical The Bodyguard and is just about to take on the iconic role of Delores Van Cartier in the musical comedy Sister Act, coming to Curve in Leicester on the 30th July and Birmingham’s New Alexan-dra on the 12th September. SIXTYNINE degrees caught up with Alexandra to find out how she’s going to take this show to church!

Thanks for taking the time to talk to us today Alexandra, what are we interrupting you doing?

Ah you’re not interrupting! I’m actually in Leeds at the moment, it’s our first week here for The Bodyguard tour and the only thing you’re interrupting, although you’re not really, is me learning my lines. I’m going through the Sister Act scripts as we speak so I’m cracking on with that in be-tween shows. I’ve just learnt all of Act One and I’ll be going on to Act Two once I’m sure I’ve perfected Act One.

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takes a surprising turn when she witnesses a murder and is forced to hide out in a convent disguised as a nun! So it’s fair to say it’s a very different show to The Bodyguard and the character of Rachel Marron that Alexandra has played for almost two years now.

Oh they’re completely opposite, I mean they are worlds apart! It’s a bit of a weird transition between the two characters but it’s working so far- I dedicate my mornings to being Delores and my evenings to being Rachel Marron. I’ve never had to learn the lines for one show whilst doing another so I am having to really concentrate but it’s good as its keeping me on my toes!

So how did you get started in music?Music was always a huge thing in our house. I grew up listening to a lot of old motown, soul peo-ple like Dionne Warwick, Gladys Knight, Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston of course, Aretha Franklin, The Stylistics, The Temptations, Steve Wonder I mean my background in music is very soulful and still to this day I listen to these amazing legends as you learn so much from them.

I have to say as well that I always listen to my mum, she is still my biggest inspiration and someone I look up to. I remember when I saw my mum sing with Soul to Soul on Top of the Pops, I remember seeing my mum looking so beautiful and so happy on TV and I never will forget when she walked into the house afterwards and she was all made up, hair was flawless, she just looked fantastic and it made me think I just want that happiness that she’s got.

With next year already mapped out with touring are there any plans to go back into a recording studio? Is that something you want to do?

It really is! The thing is I actually recorded the ma-jority of my third album before The Boydguard tour.

When I first started the tour I was coming off stage and going straight to a mobile studio that I took with my from city to city. I would then start recording and working on tracks after the show. The plan originally was to finish the album after The Boydguard; I wasn’t going to take Sister Act to be honest I was going to go back into music but then of course my Mum, who is my saviour, sat me down and said to me ‘Look there’s not a lot of roles out there for British black women and you’ve just been given another

opportunity and you cannot turn it down’ .I mean she was absolutely right, there

aren’t a lot of roles out there for black women although now we have Dreamgirls, hopefully The Colour Purple will come here so roles are coming and they’re getting bigger but Sister Act was a role I just could not turn down. It would have been so silly of me to pass up the opportunity

to play such an iconic role and miss out on another wonderful

opportunity. So the plan now is to have a year in Sister Act and then in

2017 focus back on the music.

The story of the Bodyguard is actually harrowing – stalkers, murder etc – it must be a relief to be going into a comedy- are you ready for some laughs?

Oh completely, there are a lot of laughs! Well Craig Revell Horwood is directing and choreographing the show and I’m really excited as we’ve not worked together before. I absolutely loved him on Strictly and think he’s a creative genius so hopefully Craig will just bring the best out of me for the role.

Sister Act will be at Curve, Leicester from Sat 30th July and The New Alexandra Theatre, Bir-mingham from 12th September. To find out more or to buy tickets visit www.curveonline.co.uk or www.atftickets.com

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TOM ODELL- WRONG CROWD

Poor the Tom Odell. It wasn’t so much his 0 out of 10 review in the NME (I mean who

reads reviews) but it was more the fact that his Dad rang up afterwards to complain forcing the nation to cringe in empathic pity – whether it was in the playground or in the press, everyone’s well-meaning parents have embarrassed them in some way. Hopefully Odell senior is being kept away from telephones and Twitter as its unlikely Wrong Crowd will rise above the nil points stakes.

SHURA -NOTHING’S REAL

Shura mixes eighties elements from early Madonna to Sci-fi and gaming on

her much anticipated debut album and manages to create a collection of perfect poolside pop in the process. Highlights include the sultry Touch and Indecision although strangely former single release White Light has been missed off- make sure you add it to your playlist- it’s the ideal accompaniment to a bit of breast stroke.

BAT FOR LASHES- THE BRIDE

Always one for a theme, Natasha Khan returns with an album that follows the story of

a woman whose fiancé has been killed in a crash on the way to the church for their wedding. The Bride flees the scene to take the honeymoon trip alone, resulting in a dark meditation on love, loss, grief, and celebration within a lush narrative.

JAKE BUG - ON MY OWN

Nottingham’s own Jake Bugg is back with a richer sound on new album, ‘On My One’ released

on June 17th. Jake wrote all eleven songs, played most of the instruments and has also produced most of the album including the dour title track. We’re reserving judgement until we hear the complete album although the frenetic Gimme The Love leaves us hopeful for a less misanthropic Bugg.

RED HOT CHILLI PEPPERS- THE GETAWAY

E S S EN T I A L DOWNLOA DSTHE DREAMING ROOM ~ LAURA MVULA Birmingham’s Laura Mvula is one the most distinctive vocal talents of recent years with her first album, Sing to the Moon a soundscape of ethereal harmonies that stirred the soul. Thankfully the second album retains Mvula’s beautiful vocal layering but fuses them with a more soul and urban inspired backing – collaborations include Chic’s Nile Rodgers and Wretch 32. Grab a beach towel, get your headphones on and apply your sun lotion, now just lie back and listen.

The band’s first studio album since 2011’s I’m with You and produced by Danger Mouse, who replaces

Rick Rubin after twenty-five years and six albums as the band’s producer.

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CHARLIE HEDGES FEAT. SONNY REEVES - KALEIDOSCOPE Is it ok to use your own column to promote yourself? I reckon every so often a bit of self-indulgence is ok – so this month I’m picking my brand new release Kaleidoscope as my Charlie’s Angel. It’s out July 8th on Armada Deep and whilst you might have heard me playing this deeper, bass-led style of house in my recent DJ sets, it’s totally different to anything I’ve made before – I hope that you guys will love listening to it as much as I loved making it! The vocals by the awesome Sonny Reeves really blew me away when I first heard them and turn this into a proper Summer / Ibiza track. It’s been killing it in my sets and you can be sure it’s the first in a string of release that you’ll be hearing from me over the coming months!

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KASKADE & CID – US

I LOVE the drop on this one, such a tune!

With Grammy-nominated artist Kaskade, you just know you’re always going to get something that’s of the highest level of quality, and with a strong list of remixes including one from Doorly, this release is definitely up there with my favourites this summer.

THE MAGICIAN – SHY

The one thing you can guarantee with

any Magician production is that it’ll be a) Catchy and b) Bouncy – and guess what? ‘Shy’ is 100%

both of those. I love how uplifting it is and contagious with its vocals; can you expect to hear this in Ibiza this year? Definitely .

MAX CHAPMAN – HOW I WORK

A slightly deeper, techy sound,

Max Chapman absolutely smashes the groove on this one. The UK producer has been knocking out so many stellar productions this year, including an artist album – put How I Work in an underground venue in Ibiza at 4am and this track sits perfectly amongst it.

MICHAEL WOODS – TAKE MY LOVE

Hands down one

of my favourite DJs and producers, this is just an AMAZING take on a classic. It’s upbeat, new-sounding and brings the original come to life again on a tribal house tip – not many remixes I believe get way with that, especially if the original was so good. I love this and can’t wait to play it out in a club as part of my UK #CharlieSays tour!

MIRIFICO - THE LAST UNICORN

A collection of unfinished tracks

found hidden in an Ibizan Villa and inspired by the last great orgy of the early 80’s have been remade, lengthened and added to by Mirifico in their first artist album with guest vocals from Sam Obernik, Katherine Ellis, Bonnie Bailey and Soraya Vivian. Released on iTunes by Fierce Angel.

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LOST & FOUNDAnnie Mac has been synonymous in pioneering new music

for many years, with her successful daily spot on Radio 1 and her sell out AMP events. Now she’s taken on the

festival circuit with Lost & Found being the result. Not one to miss out on partying in the sunshine, our resident raver,

Lilith Hunt-Sheppard flew to Malta to experience the festival for herself.

I had friends that went to Lost & Found on its first year and was super jealous when they told me all about it; I had no idea that Malta had such a clubbing vibe! Starting on the Thursday night, the launch party took place at the national aquarium with a Steller line up; the likes of Richy Ahmed and Skream killing it on the decks, before the lady herself

took to the stage and fireworks lit up the night sky.

There are plenty of parties as part of the festival, some in Castles - Monki was absolutely brilliant with her mix of deep house, new and old that got the whole castle pumped- and

some daytime pool parties at some of the official Lost & Found hotels. We caught Birmingham’s Seedy Sonics at the Qawra Palace hotel with their signature deep house

sound before heading out to the Hannah Wants and My Nu Leng boat party. This was definitely one of the big highlights

off the festival as it gave for a more intimate gig as we sailed, music pumping around the island.

Back on to dry land and to the Festival itself. Saturday highlights include Tuesday Club, Stormzy, who really

gets the crowd pumping and old favorites Shy FX and DJ EZ. The Sunday was just as packed with Mark Ronson and Groove Armada dropping hit after hit from their back catalogue before festival creator, Annie Mac ended it all

jumping off stage and dancing with the crowd after one of the best sets I have seen from her.

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The perfect spot for summer drinking, Bruxelles’ garden area is tucked away in the heart of Leicester right on the High Street. This little al fresco gem has remained a secret for far too long and we think it’s time to let everyone else in on the fun.

Hidden away from the shoppers and hustle and bustle, just head into the bar and venture downstairs where you’ll find the entrance to the garden.

With a huge range of Belgian beers as well as a sumptuous cocktail list, Bruxelles can cater to all tastes. At the weekends expect DJs spinning the best dance and party tunes until 3am with free entry all night. Whilst during the week you can pop in for an after work drink

or enjoy their weekly Mussels Night every Thursday for a taste of Belgium.

If you’re looking for the perfect party spot for summer then look no further as the garden at Bruxelles is also available for private hire. Fancy throwing a birthday BBQ or a special work event? The Bruxelles team can put together bespoke packages for whatever catering you require in both the downstairs bar and the garden area

Bruxelles is located at 92 High Street, Leicester Tel.0116 224 3013 Make sure you’re following Bruxelles on Twitter at @Bruxelles_Leics and on Facebook www.facebook.com/leicesterbruxelles

HARVEY NICHOLS Birmingham’s best dressed were out in force as Harvey Nichols hosted its first gentlemen’s evening in its new store. The Great Men Deserve Great Style event offered guests a range of fashion and grooming services alongside complimentary beers and whiskey tastings.

Goodlife Barbershop set up shop in the luxury Mailbox store and offered traditional barber services and shoe shining, while the team from Clements and Church hosted an expert master class on tying the perfect bow tie. Grenson:Lab were on hand to design and personalise beautifully handmade English shoes, and Atelier & Repairs upcycled clothes and accessories.

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FASHION WEEKApril saw Nottingham bursting with trend events, catwalk shows and special offers organised as part of Nottingham Fashion Week, organised by the Nottingham BID, which

celebrated all that’s stylish in the city. Dedicated to showcasing the very best of Nottingham fashion from local designers and

independent and national retailers in the city, visitors were treated to the Style Show Live, hosted by Radio One DJ Alice Levine, to see all the latest trends straight from the catwalk.

From Nauticaluxe to Dreamweaver, there were trends to suit

everyone and the best part was that all the clothes on the catwalk could actually be purchased in the city. Tickets holders received an exclusive VIP goodie bag to take home and were also invited to a series of style presentations which included sessions on dressing for your body shape, independents

fashion shows and a catwalk show by the talented students of New College Nottingham.

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For several years, cocktails have been served to thirsty drinkers in bars everywhere. As you know from watching the professionals shake and pour them, there is definitely a skill involved. Recently Revolution Cornerhouse told us about their cocktail masterclasses and invited us down to give them a try. Not one to shy away from learning something new, Lilith Hunt-Sheppard went along with some of her girlies to see what’s shaking.

I have often been mesmerised by mixologists as they ply their trade, so when I was offered the opportunity to try the masterclass I was excited about shaking my own drink. As we arrived and were introduced to Dylan, who would be teacher for the evening, he went through the plan for the Masterclass as we enjoyed a cocktail he had made for each of us our arrival. Drinks drunk, it was time to get shaking our own, Dylan took us through the process, giving us any little hits and tips

that would help us along the way.

Dylan was brilliant, not only does he know his stuff but also made sure we all had a great time. Between shaking there were games and little competitions, in all honesty, we didn’t stop laughing the whole time we were there. Whether you wanted to do something different with friends or team building at work colleagues, the masterclass at Revolution is sure to shake things up with the best of them.

Prices start form £25pp and they offer a range of different packages. For more information get in touch or to get all the up to date information follow them on Facebook @ Revolution Cornerhouse

Revolution, The Corner House, Forman Street. Nottingham Tel. 0115 959 8072 www.revolution-bars.co.uk

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THE TURKEY CAFÉ OPEN NEW BARSituated on Granby Street in Leicester City Centre, the Grade II listed building is one of the most talked about cocktail bars in the city. This month sees the iconic bar turn two years old and to celebrate they have added a second bar to the venue.

Whether you want to enjoy one of their signature cocktails or something off their mouthwatering food menu, you can now enjoy them all al fresco in the summer sun with the new bar close at

hand. As the weekend takes over, the new DJ booth, situated by the lower bar is sure to get your feet moving to the beat with their 2am license on Friday and Saturdays.

If live music is more your thing, on the first Wednesday over every month they also host open mic nights. Whether you want to take part, or simply just go along and listen. It’s a great spot to catch some local talent.

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Birmingham’s Rainbow Venues twelth birthday celebrations saw them pull out all the stops with the day event, ChapterXII. Bringing over forty DJ’s across six stages for a twelve hour dance event and our very own Lilith Hunt-Sheppard

was there to be part of the celebrations.

With music pumping from not one, but two huge outdoor tents and a mix of both Techno and

house, there were too many DJ’s to be able to see them all. One of our biggest highlights, was the incredible Richie Hawtin, his two hour set really raised the bar in a packed out Carpark.

Confetti cannons were fired in to the crowds to huge cheers and as the day darkened, lasers darted across the arenas. Following on from him was Pan Pot, who continued to keep the crowds literally jumping and we also moved

into the Arena to catch Sasha back to back with Nic Fanciulli. We wanted to catch the brilliant

Redlight, after seeing him at Annie Mac’s AMP tour, but the Terrace was difficult to get

onto and so opted to see George Fitzgerald in The Warehouse instead, where the vibe was

amazing.

As the night drew in, the dipping temperatures certainly didn’t put off any of the ravers as the

tents stayed packed out. Dubfire were amazing and we ended the day with the incredible Jamie

Jones who certainly didn’t disappoint.

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J U K E B O XJukebox is Leicester’s very own soul, jazz, funk and reggae bar with live performances. Every

Friday night, the bar opens its doors to live music from a variety of soul, funk, and RnB acts. Saturday welcomes DJ Ben Palmer, and 2-4-1

cocktails all night!

This September the Jukebox team will be bringing a show stopping night filled with

throwback tunes and incredible acts from the 80’s and beyond, including the likes of Alexander

O’Neal, Imagination ft Leee John, Odyssey, Kenny Thomas, Bizzi Dixon and Soul Kinda Wonderful. Held at the Maher Centre, tickets for ‘Jukebox Reloaded’ cost just £26 and are

available to those over 25.

Go to www.eventbrite.co.uk and search ‘Jukebox Reloaded Concert’ for further ticketing

information. Tickets are also available at www.theticketfactory.com. Find out more at www.facebook.com/Jukeboxleics or www.

jukeboxleicester.co.uk

GAS STREET SOCIAL The Mailbox’s Gas Street Social celebrated their first birthday in style with a 1st birthday party with balloons, cake, (alcoholic) jelly and ice cream and

party bags containing a cupcake and mini Gin & Tonic kit. Guests were treated to complimentary cocktails and food on the night, but were asked to bring a

birthday present in return – new children’s toys and books which could then be donated to Birmingham Children’s Hospital. Ah!

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400 Rabbits is one of Nottingham’s hidden gems. Situated on Hurts Yard, one of Nottingham’s last remaining ancient thoroughfares connecting Long Row and Parliament Street, it is Nottingham’s first dedicated Mezcaleria and Tequila bar serving up a range of over 100 of Mexico’s finest Tequilas and Mezcals and an awesome range of cocktails, beers and wines.

The story of the 400 Rabbits stems from ancient Mexico where lived the ancient Aztecs who worshiped a whole pantheon of mythical Gods. Among these Gods was Mayahuel, the fiery Aztec Goddess of alcohol. Led by Ometotchtli, King of the bunnies, the 400 Rabbits were responsible for guarding the precious

alcohol of Mayahuel. Instead, they all got drunk and partied!

400 Rabbits is a slice of Mexico in the heart of Nottingham and the perfect place to unwind on a summer evening! Open til 1AM every night and with Happy Hour 5 til 8 every day, when all cocktails are just £4, it’s perfect for a chilled out drink or to party the night away! It is also available for private hire for up to 100 people, cocktail masterclasses and Tequila & Mezcal tasting sessions, get in touch to book yours!

400 Rabbits is open from Mon - Sun 17.00- 01.00 and is at 15-16 Hurts Yard, Nottingham, NG1 6JD Tel: 01159 418911 www.fourhundredrabbits.co.uk

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MALMAISON WORK + PLAY Following significant investment, the new-look space recognises that modern

workers are tired of dull, expensive and inflexible spaces. Work + Play includes six rooms catering from 2-120+ people, four touch-down ‘pods’ for meetings up to four

people, and a breakout lounge. The space matches Malmaison’s style with high tech facilities and flexible spaces; giving people a more stylish option for their meetings

and events. We think it’s perfect for events, pitches or presentations where you want some gravitas and need to impress.

This launch follows a series of changes at the hotel, including the refurbishment of all 192 bedrooms, the re-launch of MalBar and the Chez Mal and, just last week, the launch of their stunning new penthouse suites. Formerly known as the Penny Black suite, it has been divided into two with one, the Nirvana suite, taking inspiration from Kurt Cobain and Sid Vicious. The new suite, complete with mirrored tile walls, disco ball chandelier and round bed, looks set to be the ultimate party-pad suite due to its wow factor! It’s no wonder that it’s the choice of rockstar royalty when they’re in the

city. It would seem that a Malmaison a day, helps you work, rest and play.

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LAST WORD: IZZY BIZUIf you see Izzy Bizu whizzing past you on her Penny board, her Yorkie Poo dog Teddy for company, know that south London’s skateboarding soulstress is no one trick poppin’ pony. There’s layers to this. Whether Izzy Bizu is annihilating you at table tennis, kicking dust in your face at table football, or out styling you, you’ll still like her and that never-fading smile.

A fan of jazz-fusion mixes and a lover of squat parties and warehouse raves, there’s never a dull day musically either. Not one to box herself in, she’s wise beyond her 22-years, a sentiment that reigns in both her songwriting, vocal and performance- she’s already supported Sam Smith on his UK tour. Anyone who sees her live will know she’s studied the greats - and has every intention of standing with them as she releases her debut album. SIXTYNINE degrees caught up with her to find out more.

How would you describe your sound?I guess it’s like soul, all round soul with a bit of pop thrown in for good measure. Some of it is quite melancholic – some big influences in my life have been Amy Winehouse, Marvin Gaye, Ray Charles but theres also a bit of funk in there, some RnB.

So how did you get spotted?I did an open mic session one night and that’s where

it started really. We pulled together an EP and put it out independently and that’s when the BBC 1 Extra and BBC Introducing team started getting interested and ended up asking us to perform at Glastonbury. From there we started doing other gigs and wrote an album off the back of that.

So when does the album come out?On the 2nd September- I’m really ready to get it out there. It’s really a soul album although there are a few jazzy chords here and there along with some groovy stuff. I dunno, I don’t want to say too much as I’m just looking forward to getting it out there and hearing what people think.

Can we catch you at any festivals this summer?We’r going to do the Great Escape festival which I’m really excited for as it’s one of my favourites. We’re also going to do Latitude, the Secret Garden Party, Bestival, Lovebox- quite a few so a lot of fun.

So once festival season is over and the album’s out, what’s next?Who knows! I’m not thinking past the album coming out, it all depends on that I suppose, we’ll have to see how it goes- although my guitarist is very optimistic and suggesting a world tour!

www.izzybizu.com

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