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“O Romeo, Romeo! wherefore art thou Romeo?” “If music be the food of love, play on.” These are just two of the timeless lines you could be enjoying in the glorious surroundings of De Vere Slaley Hall this August if you are one of the lucky winners of our Shakespeare at Slaley competition.
Over two nights the actors of Heartbreak Productions will be providing outdoor performances of Twelfth Night (Sunday 20 August) and Romeo and Juliet (Friday 25 August) alongside the 18th hole of the hotel’s famous Hunting Course.
Slaley Hall’s location within 1,000 acres of prime countryside set in the rolling Northumberland hills make it the perfect venue for a picnic, a glass of bubbly and an evening of culture.
Places for each of the two plays are limited to 500, but we have a pair of champagne reception VIP tickets to give away for each of the performance to Culture Club members, so you could play a special part of one of these truly magical evenings. All you have to do to win is answer the question below.
If you are not lucky enough to win tickets for either performance you can pack your picnic and book your place by either calling 01434 673350 or online at www.ticketweb.co.uk Admission for each performance is £12.50 (£10 for concessions), and refreshments will be available. Doors open for Twelfth Night at 5pm, and 6pm for the performance of Romeo and Juliet.
This year The Glendale Show takes place on Monday 28th August 2006 and you could be there with your family thanks to The Journal Culture Club.
The premier event in North Northumberland attracts over 12,000 people each year and, set against the backdrop of the Cheviot Hills, the show provides a fun day out for all ages.
The Glendale Show celebrates all aspects of farming and rural life, from the best of livestock to the latest innovation and diversification of rural life in the region. This year's special attractions include "The JCB Dancing Diggers", Icelandic Horses and The City of Newcastle Pipe Band. There will be a speciality food marquee, a craft show, livestock and equine classes, a fell race, children's entertainment and a great selection of trade stands. A wide range of catering and bar facilities will be available on site, parking is free and a bus service is available from Wooler.
The show is open from 9.30am – 5.30pm and normally costs £7 / £5 / £3 (adults / OAPs / children (under 5’s free). A family ticket costs £15 (2 adults & 2 children aged 5 - 15). For more details contact Glendale Agricultural Society on 01668 283868 or email info@glendaleshow.com
We have 3 family passes to give away to lucky members.
Celebrate the end of the summer with tickets to a star-studded event - 3 Bandstand at The Sage Gateshead, on Saturday 16th September. A-listers including Jools Holland, Paul Weller, Ross Noble, and Johnny Vegas are coming together for a one-off night of music and comedy in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust.
In this week’s fantastic competition Culture Club members can win an exclusive pair of tickets to the event plus a brand new mobile phone, courtesy of mobile network 3.
As well as tickets for the show, the lucky winner will also get their hands on one of the latest video phones from 3. Whether you're into music, comedy or football, a 3 phone means there's no need to be bored on the bus again. 3 customers can choose from 500,000 music tracks to download over the air, tune in to watch MTV, Paramount Comedy Channel or clips of the X-Factor on their phones. Football fans can even get all the goals from the Premiership at 5.15 on a Saturday and then banter with their mates on the results on MSN Instant Messenger.
The event is supporting Teenage Cancer Trust and will raise funds for teenagers with cancer in the North East of England. Tickets are £40 and £60 and can be purchased at the following 3 stores: Metro Centre, Eldon Square, Sunderland and Middlesbrough as well as in 3 Superdrug concessions and online at www.thesagegateshead.org
Later this month Culture Club members are being given the chance to get a preview of a unique exhibition that could make a difference to people thousands of miles away.
In April, Journal photographer Jayne Emsley and reporter Graeme Whitfield travelled to the African country of Malawi to see work done by the charity WaterAid.
Now their work is being exhibited at BALTIC in Gateshead, and Culture Club has 50 places to give away for a VIP preview event, taking place on Thursday August 24, 2006. Guests will enjoy a welcome from BALTIC and listen to some introductory comments from John Mowbray (Chair of Northumbria WaterAid Committee and also present on the Malawi visit). They will have the chance to see the exhibition before it is open to the public and they’ll also be able to purchase limited edition prints. Also on offer is the informal opportunity to meet and talk to those who wee on the trip including Jane, Graeme, Mark Batey (BBC), Kevan Jones (MP for North Durham) and Alistair Baker (Communications & PR Manager for Northumbrian Water).
The exhibition runs from August 25-29, with prints of Jayne's photographs going on sale throughout the week to raise money for WaterAid projects in Malawi.
Jayne said: "Going to Malawi has changed my outlook on life. It was hard taking photos of little children who have a slim chance of survival if they catch a disease associated with dirty water.
"I reflected on it every night when I was there, especially when we got to the hotel at night and were able to drink clean water. Being back in the UK makes me realise how easy it is for us."
WaterAid has been working in Malawi for six years and is involved in a number of projects around the country to improve water supply and sanitation. Work has included the installation of pumps, helping rural communities to mend water supplies and promoting sanitary latrines that can provide farmers with a supply of human manure.
But at least four million people in Malawi - one third of the population - still have no clean water, while for seven million, access to adequate sanitation is a problem.
Alistair Baker, Northumbrian Water’s Communications & PR Manager says: “A child dies every 15 seconds in the developing world from diseases caused by dirty water. It costs just £15 to provide a clean water supply, safe sanitation and hygiene education for a person in the developing world for their entire life. We turn on the tap and pull the chain and take it for granted that there will be top quality drinking water on tap and clean sanitation provided out of sight and out of mind. Sadly, that is not the case for millions of people elsewhere in the world."
The Journal and Northumbrian Water, WaterAid's partner in the North-East, have already raised more than £20,000 for the charity through their Malawi appeals and the Baltic exhibition will give people a chance to see some of the communities that will benefit.
The event will last from 7pm to 9pm and there are 50 places available. Places will be allocated on a first come first served basis.
“The Rock” is the new place to be seen in Ponteland. As an integral part of The Diamond Inn, it features luxurious leather sofas, a state of the art bar, a delicious canapé menu, a sumptuous cocktail menu and endless amounts of bubbly! The Rock is not only a great place for a night out it’s also a relaxing venue, you can simply pop in and have a coffee and a chat or wile away an afternoon with a fine wine and great company.
The Rock has teamed up with Culture Club to give away 10 pairs of tickets to see Andrea Pattison perform on Monday August 21, 2006. Andrea was so well received on their opening night that they have asked her back to perform another set! A highly experienced professional singer with an extremely varied repertoire, Andrea will be accompanied by top pianist Graham Wood, and will be singing popular songs from all eras. Swing, jazz and easy listening are her specialities so if you feel like brightening up your Monday night with good music, good wine and good company, then this might be for you. For further information on Andrea visit the Laughing Jacks website at www.laughing-jacks.co.uk
Tickets are normally priced at only £2.50 each and can be purchased from The Diamond Inn, Ponteland. Alternative you can send a cheque made payable to The Diamond Inn with details of their name and address to Lynda Walton, The Diamond Inn, Main Street, Ponteland, NE209BB. Doors open at 7pm and show starts at 7.30pm.
The magical backdrop of one of the North East’s most elegant country house hotels, the sound of classical favourites performed by one of the UK’s best known performers and a night that ends with a spectacular fireworks display – is there a better way to spend a summer evening?
Linden Hall Hotel in Northumberland is the setting for Symphony By The Hall, which will see Julian Lloyd Webber and the English Phiharmonic Orchestra heading up a night of fabulous entertainment.
The Journal Culture Club has been offered two for one £25 tickets for members so why not take up the offer and enjoy this fantastic event at Linden Hall Hotel?
The event, which is taking place on Saturday August 19, is a great opportunity to pack a picnic and have a family day out. Tickets for the event are £25 each or £65 for a family ticket which admits two adults and two children. However if you really want to do it in style, then go for a VIP ticket at £100 each (are only available in pairs). These tickets include a champagne reception, gourmet picnic hamper and wine plus use of the VIP marquee.
Celebrate Bank Holiday weekend with a visit to Alnwick Castle Tournament and enjoy 2 tickets for the price of 1 with our great offer.
The Alnwick Castle Tournament is an annual event organised and run by Alnwick and District Round Table. The tournament is just one of many events that raises money to support local causes that may otherwise be overlooked. In 2005/6 the Round Table has supported Barndale (special needs) school, the Great North Air Ambulance, Alnwick scout group, Shilbottle first response team (oxygen kit) to name just a few.
The event setting is fantastic, overlooked as it is by the impressive Alnwick Castle - a stones throw from the now famous Alnwick Gardens and Tree house. This year the Alnwick Castle Tournament will be held on Sunday August 27th and the fun begins at 11am when the gates open!
The entertainment is of an extremely high standard - a mixture of local, national and international talent including a leading Robbie Williams Tribute act to round off the day.
Just walking around the event is an experience in itself! There'll be local food and crafts on display, a funfair, stalls, refreshments, a Northumberland Strongman Competition, stunt motor cyclists and performances from the Edinburgh Swordsmen and the dog agility team.
This is a great day out for all the family. Adult admission normally costs £5 (concessions £2.50) but Culture Club members can get 2 tickets for the price of 1.
A new free guide to inspirational cycling in the region 'Cycle North East England' has been published by One NorthEast.
The 72 page guide contains advice on hundreds of miles of cycle routes in North East England many passing through some of the most fantastic scenery in the UK, including the Heritage Coastline, National Parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The new guide, published by One NorthEast in partnership with sustainable transport charity, Sustrans together with the assistance of regional partners including Forestry Commission England, offers a range of routes, suitable for cyclists of all ages and abilities. It features 10 routes, split into sections - Day Rides, Traffic-Free Trails, Forest Trails and National and Regional Cycle Routes. As well as the routes themselves, the guide includes information on local attractions close to the routes, details of cycle hire companies and useful addresses and websites.
The 'Passionate people. Passionate places' campaign's support for Culture and Culture Club is recognition of the region's cultural strengths and the many people who daily demonstrate how they are 'Passionate about culture' in North East England. To find out more about the campaign that aims to promote North East England as a fantastic place to live, work, study, invest and visit www.northeastengland.co.uk
With all this fantastic weather there's never been a better time to get on your bike and start pedalling! Whether you fancy a bit of exercise teamed with amazing scenery or you're simply looking for something to keep the kids occupied over the holidays this could be for you. We've teamed up with local company Tyne Bridge Bike Hire to give Culture Club members the chance to save 10% on all bike hires.
The booking office is located on the Quayside in the Newcastle Guildhall Visitor Information Centre just under the Tyne Bridge and it is open for bike hires all year round (except Christmas Day and Boxing Day).
With a fleet of new easy to ride bicycles, tag bikes, children's trailers and cycle helmets to suit all sizes there's everything you need for a fun, healthy and safe day out for all the family.
The friendly team can supply free maps for all recommended routes. Why not follow in Roman footsteps along the Hadrian's Wall, cycle to the sea or enjoy a visit to two high quality real ale microbrewery taps?
Bikes can be collected from the office or can be dropped off for you a starting point anywhere in the region if booked in advance. The team can also help with transport and are happy to quote according to specific needs. Training is available for novices and you can even discover the excitement and fun of tandem cycling. For more information on all available services please visit www.tynebridgebikehire.co.uk or call 0191 277 2441. You can also email info@tynebridgebikehire.co.uk
Bike hire starts at £5 per hour for an adult rider with concessions available for children. Please contact the centre to discuss your specific needs. Culture Club members can claim 10% off bike hire.
Bike hire for children is half price when an adult hires. Secure locks are loaned free of charge and other equipment is also available. Photographic identification is required for all hires.
Looking for an original gift to treat yourself? Stuck for a truly inspired present to make a loved one’s Wedding Day or Birthday even more memorable? Art Evolution has the solution, offering you access to over 90 artists producing work across painting, photography and sculpture.
Whether you decide to buy via the online gallery, www.artevolution.co.uk, or commission a bespoke piece of artwork Art Evolution will provide advice and support along the way. With sale prices starting from a mere £30 and commissioning prices beginning at £75 the gallery dispels the myth that modern art is only affordable to a minority.
Art Evolution isn’t simply a gallery they are an art buyer’s personal shopper. They will offer a helping hand to ensure you purchase the right work for the right space, provide advice on suitable framing and presentation of work and guide you through the commissioning process.
Art Evolution is offering The Journal Culture Club members an exclusive discount of 15% off the purchase or commissioning of until 31st August 2006.
Art Evolution Ltd. 11 The Wynd, Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 4LA
Wallington Rocks on Friday 25 August 2006. The picturesque grounds of Wallington are the setting for this magnificent rock concert with the fantastic Pink Floyd tribute band ‘Off the Wall’ and their support act, local band ‘The Happy Cats’. As the sun goes down the performance culminates in a fantastic light show with a spectacular firework finale.
The Northumbrian Proms on Saturday 26 August 2006. Join Graeme Danby, Valerie Reid, and their friends the Bede Wind Philharmonic, in a party to celebrate the music of the North East including ‘Cushie Butterfield’, ‘Lambton Worm’ and the Wallington favourite ‘Wor Goerdie’s Lost His Penka’. Also being performed are favourites by Mozart with pieces from the Marriage of Figaro and The Magic Flute, as well as Last Night of the Proms highlights.
Adult tickets cost £23 each for both concerts. Culture Club members can purchase four adult priced tickets for the price of three.
Performance continues regardless of weather. Tickets cannot be refunded, transferred or exchanged.
Loved by audiences, banned by Hitler, cabaret has been experiencing a renaissance, with today’s performers putting a new spin on the old styles.
Put aside all images of Liza in her bowler hat and come along to The Alnwick Garden’s stylish and contemporary venue, The Pavilion, overlooking The Garden’s landscape, for an entertaining and varied line-up of music, theatre, sketches and satire on Saturday August 19 at 8pm.
Choose from the barbecue, wok noodles and a bottle bar, and have a great night out.
The Alnwick Garden has an exclusive Cabaret Club offer for all Culture Club members: buy 3 tickets and your 4th ticket will be free.
The Alnwick Garden, Denwick Lane, Alnwick NE66 1YU
Web: www.alnwickgarden.com
Email: info@alnwickgarden.com
Phone: 01665 511350
 
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