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Searchers at Palace Theatre in Newark

Celebrating their 50th anniversary and record sales in excess of 40 million, John McNally, Frank Allen, Spencer James and Scott Ottaway’s remarkable career as The Searchers continues.

Celebrate the Dambusters at Trinity Arts Centre

Shakespeare in 90 minutesfas

An irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bard’s plays, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) was London’s longest-running comedy clocking up nine years in the West End.

Gary Delaney

Time to have a hoot at the comedy club

It’s Edinburgh Festival Preview time at The Hoot Comedy Club at Trinity Arts Centre next month.

Gary Delaney

Win a pair of tickets to An Evening Of Dirty Dancing

An Evening Of Dirty Dancing is a box office smash hit tribute to one of the greatest movie soundtracks ever.

Gainsborough news

Fifth Die Hard film showing at Trinty Arts

John McClane is back in A Good Day To Die Hard showing at Trinity Arts Centre on Friday night at 7.30pm.

Gainsborough news

The magic of Mulan at Retford Majestic

De Burnays School of Dance presents the Mulan Musical and Dance Show Retford Majestic Theatre.

Dora The Explorer Live is coming to Sheffield Lyceum from Tuesday 28th to Thursday 30th May.

Win! Tickets to Dora Live

Everyone’s favourite explorer comes to the Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield this half term in a new musical adventure for all the family from Tuesday 28th to Thursday 30th May.

Wizard of Oz inspired production by Rebecca's School of Dance at Worksop Acorn Theatre (w130502-2)

Review: One Short Day, Rebecca’s Dance Studios

The Acorn Theatre, Worksop is now a popular venue for amateur and professional performers alike.

Mrs Barbara Nice is headlining the Reford and Bassetlaw Comedy Club on Tuesday

Laugh a minute at Retford comedy club

The Retford and Bassetlaw Comedy Club is back and bigger than ever featuring the comic genius of Sally Anne Hayward, Alfie Moore and Mrs Barbara Nice on Tuesday.

Lincolnshire Show 2012

Win a family ticket to this summer’s Lincolnshire Show

This year’s Lincolnshire Show promises to bring all 200 acres of the Lincolnshire Showground to life with activities for the whole family.

Wonderful Wallflowers: Clumber Gardener

Clumber Gardener: Wonderful Wallflowers

Scented plants bring extra interest and pleasure to a garden. By careful selection, shrubs, perennials, bulbs and annuals can provide perfume throughout the whole year.

3 Pingle Close, Shireoaks

3 Pingle Close, Shireoaks. £225,000

A five bedroomed, detached property with accommodation on 3 floors, situated on this sought after development in Shireoaks, within easy walking distance of the village centre with good local shops, schools, transport facilities etc.

Weston Park Hospital Cancer Charity is thrilled to be inviting the people of Bassetlaw to its first ever unique musical extravaganza Proms at the Priory on Sunday 8th September.

Win! Tickets to charity music day

Weston Park Hospital Cancer Charity is hosting its first ever unique musical extravaganza Proms at Hodsock Priory - and you could be in the audience.

Sainsbury's Cafe, Worksop G130514-2

Supermarket’s sweet

Doing the weekly supermarket shop is never the highlight of my week, so I decided to break it up with a visit to Sainsbury’s Restaurant.

The Magic of the Beatles is coming to Rotherham Civic Theatre on Saturday 8th June

Win! Tickets to top ‘Beatles’ show in Rotherham

Help the producers of The Magic of the Beatles create the authoritative Beatles top ten, and win a pair of tickets to come and see the show at Rotherham Civic Theatre.

Sixth sequel drops a big gear

Blockbuster sequels are not judged on directorial verve, ingenious plots or award-winning performances, although they certainly help.

Mini Cooper SD ALL4 Paceman.

Another mini masterstroke

JUST when it seemed that BMW owned Mini UK had run out of ideas for further developing their impressive range the company has just come up with the seventh family member the all new Mini Paceman which is a coupe interpretation of the Countryman and which has entered a new premium sales sector for Mini writes Bryan Longworth.

Police

Teenager airlifted to hospital after Worksop moped crash

A teenage girl was airlifted to hospital following a crash on Lincoln Street in Worksop on Sunday (12th May).

Worksop Choice of the Weel: 120 High Road, Carlton

120 High Road, carlton £194,950

Set within this delightful position, in this much sought after area is this well presented and tastefully decorated four bedroom extended detached family home.

Can you solver the murder mystery?

Murder in Play is a unique comedy thriller which promises to entertain with its clever mix of eccentric characters, complex plot twists and humour.

Carousel at the Majestic Theatre

There is still time to catch Retford Amateur Operatic Society perform Carousel until Saturday.

Kismet are back with a bawdy comicdrama Playhouse Creatures

Kismet back with Playhouse Creatures

Kismet are back and courting controversy once again with their latest production, a bawdy, rollicking comic drama laced with innuendo.

Ghost hunt at the Old Nick Theatre

Ghost hunt at the Old Nick

Those brave enough to face the supernatural can enjoy a spooky night of ghost hunting at the Old Nick Theatre next week.

Guardian Gourmet feature, Hellaby Hall Hotel

Delightful afternoon tea

Planning a wedding is often described as a stressful experience, but so far I’ve enjoyed arranging mine.

Cactus society annual show

The Sheffield Branch of the British Cactus and Succulent Society are hosting their annual show at the Sheffield Botanical Gardens next month.

Guardian Gourmet feature, Hellaby Hall Hotel

Trio mark anniversary

The Crossing in Worksop is celebrating its seventh anniversary in fine musical style tomorrow with the newly-formed female trio Sinopia.

A visual success but lacks depth

n the captain’s log from the 1960s TV series, James Tiberius Kirk brazenly split an infinitive as the crew of the Enterprise embarked on a five-year mission ‘no boldly go where no man has gone before’.

The new Kia Carens '3' 1.7 CRDi 6-speed manual ISG

Another Kia winner

BOOMING Korean car maker Kia has replaced two models with the all new seven seater Carens that has the impressive new family front designed by a former Audi design chief which is set to take the MPV market by storm and further boost Kia’s record UK sales writes Bryan Longworth.

Gainsborough news

Craig Charles’ Funk and Soul fun

Acclaimed DJ and star of TV’s Red Dward Craig Charles is heading to Lincoln to present his Funk ‘n’ Soul Show.

Celebrate the Dambusters at Trinity Arts Centre

Celebrate the Dam Busters at Trinity Arts Centre

Celebrate some legendary heroes of the Second World War with a special screening of a classic piece of cinema at Trinity Arts Centre this month.

Gainsborough news

Kismet return with sexy production

Popular local theatre group Kismet are back and courting controversy once again with their latest production.

Acclaimed local writer Dan Thompson with his latest book 'The Caseworkers Memoirs'.

Gainsborough author Dan releases new novel on fear

A successful Gainsborough writer has just released his brand new novel - all about peoples’ different fears and phobias.

Relive the magic of Cliff & The Shadows

If you enjoy the golden sounds of yesteryear and fancy a trip back in time, then you’re in luck.

Bethany Black will be headlining at the next Hoot Comedy Club at Trinity Arts Centre on Thursday 9th May

Win two tickets to Hoot Comedy Club

Fancy a laugh? Then you’re in luck, as we have two tickets to be won to the next Hoot Comedy Club at Gainsborough’s Trinity Arts Centre.

5 Halliday Close, Worksop

5 Halliday Close, Worksop £175,000

Situated in a very pleasant residential area this is a good sized four bedroom

Gainsborough news

Villagers’ committee to put on top concert

The Beckingham and Saundby Village Hall Committee is delighted that Joanna Naulls, highly rated professional organist will be performing in the village.

Return of the Fake Festival

Early bird tickets are on sale for this year’s Retford Fake Festival.

The Cheatles are coming to North Notts Community Arena on Saturday 11th May

Win! Tickets to see Fab Four tribute The Cheatles at North Notts Arena

Fab Four tribute act The Cheatles are coming to North Notts Arena in Worksop on Saturday 11th May - and you could be in the audience.

Peugeot RCZ GT

Peugeot RCZ2 - A sexy and desirable sports car

THE French certainly have a way with words and Peugeot one of their most respected car makers has rather aptly described their latest RCZ sports coupe as being sensous and sleek for it is arguably one of the most sexy cars in this sector and that includes the formidable Audi TT writes Bryan Longworth.

Gainsborough news

Blues star set to rock Lincoln

World-renowned blues star Ian Siegal is set to rock Lincoln this month.

Caviars of Bawtry for Guardian Gourmet (w111121-10)

Fantastic fine dining

I am often tempted by the array of eateries when I drive through Bawtry, but one of its real gems isn’t even visible from the main road.

Full of laugh out loud moments

Scott Moore and Jon Lucas, co-writers of the first chapter of The Hangover trilogy, make their directorial debut with a raucous and gleefully foul-mouthed comedy that attempts to replicate the boozy shenanigans of their earlier script.

Hotbuckle Productions presents Les Miserable at Trinity Arts Centre

Win tickets to Les Miserables play at Trinity Arts Centre

An acclaimed theatre company is coming to Gainsborough to perform the classic play Lis Miserables.

Gainsborough news

Special YouTube event in Lincoln

YouTube invades Lincoln’s Engine Shed for the second year running with a night of live music and comedy from YouTube’s prime UK talent.

The Weinstein Company
Titles: Django Unchained
Names: Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz
Characters: Django, Dr. King Schultz
Still of Jamie Foxx and Christoph Waltz in Django Unchained

May’s month of movie magic

Cinema lovers are in for a treat as Gainsborough’s Trinity Arts Centre is gearing up for a month of movie magic in May.

Part of the Bodging Project which is on show at The Harley Gallery.

Ready, Steady, Bodge!

Top furniture designers will be demonstrating quick and experimental designs at the Harley Gallery courtyard on Saturday 11th May.

Worksop Choice of the Week: 29 Devonshire Street

29 DevonshirE STREET. £89,950

William H Brown are pleased to offer this beautifully presented end terraced property to the open market.

One man comedy show Dante Ferrara will be performing at the Old Bell Inn at Gringley-on-the-Hill

Filthily fine comedy show in Gringley

If you’re up for a laugh then you’re in for a treat as one man comedy show Dante Ferrara will be performing at the Old Bell Inn at Gringley-on-the-Hill with ‘Filth and Finery’.

Pop hero Midge Ure to play in Lincoln

Midge Ure is behind some of the biggest tracks of the 20th Century - and now he’s heading to Lincoln next month.

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