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With Lyndsey Oliver TONIGHT The Capellas, an exciting local fivesome, who signed to the SONS record label last year, come to The Sugarmill. With support from Stik and Cause An Effect, the doors open at 7pm, and tickets cost pounds4.50 from Music Mania on 01782 206000. Alternatively the Trentham estate plays host to Wild Clover as part of the Trentham Music Festival. The band are an energetic four piece who play both modern and traditional Celtic material. Music starts at 7pm and tickets cos...

Showcase of City Talent Thanks to Landlord Matt

With the Axis Festival a thing of the past, a Hanley landlord has taken it upon himself to organise a festival which he hopes Stoke- on-Trent can be proud of, writes Tamzin Hindmarch FEELING there was something lacking in the Cultural Quarter - namely some sort of cultural festival making use of the pedestrianised area outside his pub - Matt Taylor took it upon himself to do something about it.

Generations Unite for Feast of Music

Generations of singers will come together at the Victoria Hall for the annual Midsummer Sounds concert to present an evening of gospel and choral songs, writes Liz Rowley SUMMER just wouldn't be the same without the sound of a male voice choir ringing out across the city.

A Touch of Class with Liz Rowley

With Liz Rowley THE Marchington Singers are in action at Thomas Alleyne's High School in Uttoxeter tomorrow night with a concert to celebrate their silver jubilee. Well-known pieces by Oscar Hammerstein, Jerome Kern, Benjamin Britten and John Rutter will be on the programme as well as some classic Abba hits. It starts at 7.30pm and tickets, priced pounds12, are available on the door or by calling 01889 563570.

Folk Scene with Eric Cox

With Eric Cox WITH most concert clubs in the area closed for the summer, the focus for July is fixed on some great folk concerts which are part of the Biddulph Festival, with Eric Bogle appearing on Thursday at Biddulph Town Hall.

Centre Stage with Alan Cookman

With Alan Cookman IF YOU were hoping to attend Sylvia's Wedding in Nantwich next week, I wouldn't splash out too much on a hat.

School Date for Concert

Mystery Players Take Centre Stage

For the fifth year running, the Bible comes to life in a uniquely creative corner of the Potteries, writes Alan Cookman BABYLON comes to the Potteries next week as the good folk of Penkhull prove once again that there's never a dull moment in the Old Testament.

Enjoy Witty Tale in Grounds of Old Manor House

For their latest alfresco presentation at Little Moreton Hall, Alsager Community Theatre have chosen one of Shakespeare's earliest, shortest and funniest plays. Written between 1592 and 1594, The Comedy Of Errors crams every comic device into a classic tale of mistaken identity.

Clubbing with Professor X

With Professor X WHILE we bask in the glory of summer heats resembling that of a tropical island, and the sun stays high in the sky till at least 8pm, where is there to go that matches what is undoubtedly holiday weather? Two places spring to mind in Hanley, which match the mood that summer brings. The first is Fat Cats, pictured, Trinity Street, with a great designed interior largely based around dark woods and big leather sofas. They have a more sophisticated selection of beers, wines and s...

Countdown to the Whatfest

Make Touring a Lifestyle Decision ; Honda's New Generation Estate Is a Refreshing Change, Writes Robert Maddox

Honda's new generation estate is a refreshing change, writes Robert Maddox F Ancy a stylish large family car but also really need a practical vehicle? If so, the latest Honda Accord Tourer could fit the bill - and it will also give you more economical motoring if a diesel example is chosen.

Staffordshire Walk: Hales

This is an easy walk, good for wet weather as most of the route is along hard surfaces. It has some magnificent views and has a very rural feel to it. The journey:

Best-Seller Is Still a Great Buy ; Will Volkswagen's Latest Golf Set New Standards? Robert Maddox Reports.

Will Volkswagen's latest Golf set new standards? Robert Maddox reports. T Here's no other European car that's been more popular than Volkswagen's Golf.

Follow Footsteps of Famous Stars

The 80 mile journey to Derbyshire didn't deter Pam Sinclair from enjoying her day out at Kedleston Hall. The 74-year-old from Vanity Close, Oulton, near Stone, and her husband Robert, aged 72, were enjoying spending time with friends, and thought this was the perfect place to visit during summer.

Sizzling Summer Specials

North Staffs Caravans Limited has been established since 1947 and offers its customers the complete package for touring caravan ownership. It is a family-owned business with the knowledge and expertise that can help make owning a caravan such a fun and enjoyable experience.

Hot Offer: Service for 'All Models' From a Cool Pounds79

A Stoke-on-Trent car dealership is aiming to prevent unexpected vehicle repairs leaving its local motorists hot under the collar this summer. With wonderful weather predicted, many motorists may find their vehicles struggling to cope with the heat.

Vital Information - Kedleston Hall

Prices: Adults pounds9, Child, pounds4.50, family pounds22.50. Park and garden only: adults pounds4, children, pounds2, family pounds10. Opening times: The hall is open daily between noon until 5pm, excluding Thursday and Friday, and the park is open 10am until 6pm daily.