Crocodile snapped on the loose in Sheffield
News item: 17 Dec 2010
Unsuspecting Christmas shoppers were today surprised by a runaway three metre crocodile that went on the loose in Sheffield.
Escaping from the clutches of the evil Captain Hook, the fleeing crocodile departed Sheffield’s Lyceum Theatre and headed straight to the Wild Planet Exhibition on The Moor.
It appears the shocking green creature was attracted to the area by the stunning images of its fellow wild animals featured in the Exhibition.
Rob Marks, manager at the Wild Planet Exhibition retail store commented, “The gift shop was full of people at the time and the last thing we expected to see lurking outside was an enormous crocodile.
“Thankfully the pantomime crocodile was reasonably friendly and it was only the thought of Captain Hook arriving that made us all worry!”
Captain Hook and the escaped crocodile are currently starring in the spectacular and fun-packed Peter Pan at Sheffield’s Lyceum Theatre. Nigel Planer stars as Captain Hook alongside Hayley Tamaddon and Sheffield’s favourite panto dame, Damian Williams. The show boasts dazzling sets and costumes, fabulous musical numbers, family comedy and plenty of audience participation!
The Wild Planet Exhibition, brought to the city by the Natural History Museum, depict some of the world’s wildest landscapes and most endangered species. Gifts and memorabilia inspired by the exhibition are on sale in the retail store, with many items only available in Sheffield.
Sheffield was chosen by the Natural History Museum to host the Wild Planet Exhibition thanks to the partnership between the Natural History Museum and Sheffield City Council.
Snow forces museum to cancel Christmas Market
MEDIA STATEMENT: 02 December 2010
Sheffield Industrial Museums Trust has reluctantly made the decision to cancel their annual Victorian Christmas Market, due to take place on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th December at Kelham Island Museum.
John Hamshere Chief Executive of Sheffield Industrial Museums Trust said,
“It is with huge regret that we are cancelling the Victorian Christmas market.
“Due to the weather conditions in Sheffield and advice from the authorities not to travel unless necessary, the decision was made to cancel the event.
“This was a tough decision and it was made in the interest of public safety. It is a sad blow for Kelham Island Museum.”
Set to be the 19th annual Victorian Christmas Market, it is the biggest event in the calendar and last year attracted over 12,000 visitors. The cancellation will have a significant financial impact for the Museum which is a charitable trust.
Stall holders are being contacted and anyone who would like further information are advised to visit the website www.simt.co.uk, email ask@simt.co.uk or call 0114 272 2106.
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Spot the location of the Top Hat
News item: 17 November 2010
Kelham Island Museum is launching an exciting new competition and asking people to identify the location of their ‘Top Hat’, the symbol of the 2010 Victorian Christmas Market.
The Top Hat will be worn proudly by Chief Executive, John Hamshere at Kelham Island Museum’s Christmas Market on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th December.
In the run up to the market the hat will also be the focus of attention for a social media campaign where families can win free tickets to the festive Christmas market.
The Top Hat will be photographed in and around Sheffield in places of interest and resting on the head of a few famous faces. The ‘Spot the Top Hat’ photographs will appear on the Kelham Island Museum website, facebook and twitter sites where people are invited to guess the various location of the hat.
More information: contact Ruby Slippers marketing and PR agency based in Sheffield, Yorkshire.
Women's Club makes a date to do business
News item: 02 November 2010
Business women from South Yorkshire and North Derbyshire are invited to a one-day business conference that aims to improve the experience and success of women in business.
The event, at Whirlow Grange Conference Centre in Sheffield on Thursday 11th November, will celebrate the launch of Women’s Club; an organisation structured to provide senior female decision makers with practical strategic support. Women’s Club delivers group coaching, peer mentoring and strategic discussion opportunities, aimed solely at women.
The conference is an opportunity to meet like-minded professionals from South Yorkshire and North Derbyshire and generate meaningful business relationships in a productive and dynamic environment. Delegates will build on existing knowledge through informative and relevant workshops and presentations, as well as learning more about Women’s Club and members ‘Pod’ meetings.
Jane Swain, founder of Women’s Club and a Legal Expenses Insurance Broker said: “I am thrilled to officially launch Women’s Club and judging by the response so far there is definitely a demand for business groups catering purely to women.
“We aim to connect female professionals in a setting that allows them to share ideas comfortably and confidentially. Bringing together business women from a variety of sectors will enable us to raise both the level of debate and the expectations of business groups in general.”
Women’s Club members are due to commence ‘Pod’ meetings in Sheffield, Chesterfield and Doncaster, with further groups coming shortly after the conference.
Women’s Club has also made a commitment to supporting the work of City Hearts, a local charity that provides residential, legal and emotional support to vulnerable women that are overcoming serious life issues. Conference delegates are being asked to bring along new and unused toiletries to provide welcome packs for women entering residential accommodation.
The Women’s Club business conference will take place at Whirlow Grange Conference Centre on Thursday 11th November. It is free to Women’s Club members and £15 per non-member - £20 for those who wish to exhibit their commercial materials on pre booked stalls. It will start at 9.30 am for registration and close at 4.30 pm.
For more details contact Jane Swain at cc@womensclub.org.uk or visit the website at www.womensclub.org.uk
More information: contact Ruby Slippers marketing and PR agency based in Sheffield, Yorkshire.
Kelham Island Museum Victorian Christmas Market 2010
News item: 29 October 2010
Kelham Island Museum in Sheffield, will celebrate the 19th annual Victorian Christmas Market on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th December.
The much loved Christmas Market, which last year attracted over 12,000 visitors across the weekend, will bring to life ‘A wonderful world of Dickens at Christmas’. Visitors can enjoy the Dickensian themed event and walk amidst living history characters and stall holders who will all be dressed up for the occasion.
The two day market will feature a wide range of entertainment and festive themed activities, including:
- Over 100 stalls set around the museum and island
- Sheffield Made’ traditional skills, crafts and gifts
- All that Glitters’ gifts and jewellery
- Christmas Shop
- Festive food quarter with scrumptious hog roast
- Fairground with traditional Gallopers
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- River Don Engine and Kelham Island Flyer Minature Engine
- Santa’s workshop and children’s activities
- Entertainment Stage with a variety of performers and festive family entertainment
Niki Connolly, Events and Marketing Officer said “This year visitors can wander around and experience the old fashioned spirit of a traditional Christmas market, enjoying the sights and smells of Victorian Sheffield.
“We will have a dedicated entertainment stage with a host of performers including singers, musicians and artists who will add a little bit of sparkle and Christmas cheer across the island.”
The Christmas Market will take place at Kelham Island Museum on Saturday 4th December 10am - 7pm and Sunday 5th December 10am - 5pm. Admission is £4 Adults and accompanied children are FREE.
For more information visit www.simt.co.uk or contact us on ask@simt.co.uk or 0114 272 2106.
More information: contact Ruby Slippers marketing and PR agency based in Sheffield, Yorkshire.