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Crosspool restaurant Artisan put up for sale

Artisan restaurant, Crosspool
Artisan is up for sale

Crosspool’s Michelin Guide-endorsed restaurant Artisan has been put on the market by owners Brewkitchen.

Richard Smith, BrewKitchen chef director, said: “We have developed the BrewKitchen brand significantly during the last 12 months and feel that Artisan no longer fits the profile.

“It is, and always has been, a successful restaurant and a pleasure to run – operating it for almost 20 years with buoyant sales and continued popularity is testament to that.

“Our decision to sell comes knowing it best lends itself to being an owner-run establishment – there’s plenty for someone to get their teeth into, as I experienced when I was in the kitchen.”

BrewKitchen has expanded significantly in the last year, opening Graze Inn on Ecclesall Road and launching Jack Baker’s Brasserie at The Beauchief. The group plans on turning  The Brasserie into their flagship Sheffield outlet.

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Crosspool off license ceases trading

Bargain Booze/World of Wine, Crosspool
Bargain Booze/World of Wine, Crosspool

The Crosspool branch of World of Wine/Bargain Booze ceased trading last weekend after nearly three years in the precinct.

It opened as usual on Saturday 31 August but was cleared out by Sunday morning on 1 September.

The off license opened in September 2010 following the closure of Oddbins in the same unit.

This leaves two shop units currently empty in the precinct, with Co-op Travel also shutting its Crosspool branch last month.

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Co-op Travel to close after 12 years in Crosspool

The Co-operative Travel, Crosspool
The Co-operative Travel, CrosspoolCo

The Co-operative Travel in Crosspool is to close its doors for the final time on Thursday 15 August.

The closure is a consequence of the Co-operative Travel Thomas Cook partnership reorganisation.

Sadly, all staff at the Crosspool branch will be made redundant. Customer files will be transferred to the Hillsborough branch.

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Christmas Fayre, Christmas trees and Christmas disco this weekend in Crosspool

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Christmas trees are going up in the precinct on Sunday

Three events mark the start of Christmas festivities in Crosspool this weekend.

On Saturday 1 December from 10am-2pm Crosspool WI hosts a Christmas Fayre in Lounge@Crosspool cafe. Pop along for craft stalls, refreshments, homemade cakes and their great Crosspool bake-off!

On Sunday morning the Christmas trees will be going up in the precinct above our local shops. So look out for them when you pass through next week.

And on Sunday afternoon from 1.30-3.30pm there’s a Christmas disco for children between 3-11 years at St Columba’s church hall. Father Christmas will bring a present for every child and refreshments and nibbles will be served.

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Williamson Hardware will move next door to make way for Sainsbury’s

Williamson Hardware in Broomhill
Williamson Hardware in Broomhill: will move next door to make way for Sainsbury’s

Broomhill institution Williamson Hardware will move into an adjacent unit to make way for a new Sainsbury’s supermarket.

The landlord of the unit gained planning permission to develop the site for a new occupier earlier this month and it has been confirmed that Sainsbury’s will take it on.

It is believed that Williamson will move into the smaller property next door which was until recently occupied by Blackwell’s bookshop.

A spokesperson from Sainsbury’s said: “The future of local traders is important to us, and we are pleased that Williamson, a long standing local trader, has agreed plans with their landlord to relocate to another adjacent unit on Fulwood Road.”

Williamson has been trading in Broomhill for 52 years.

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Crosspool optometrist celebrates one year anniversary

Alex Gage Optometrist: now open in Crosspool
Alex Gage Optometrist: celebrating one year in Crosspool

Our local optometrist is celebrating the first anniversary of his move to Crosspool with a celebration on Tuesday 4 September.

Alex Gage relocated his family optometrist practice from Broomhill to Sandygate Road last September and is providing tea and cakes to say thank you to his new and existing clients.

Alex Gage, optometrist
Alex Gage, optometrist

Alex said: “Since we moved here, we’ve welcomed over 400 new patients and helped almost 1,000 people with their vision needs. It’s been a fantastic year and I have Cathy, Jo and Sarah to thank for our success.”

Alex and his wife, fellow optometrist Sarah Gage, started practicing at Sandygate Road in September 2011 following a refurbishment.

Alex explained: “The move to Crosspool was prompted by a desire for more space so that we could increase the number of frames that we stock and gives us the capacity to offer sports vision testing and behavioural optometry services.”

Sarah is also delighted with the move and said: “Crosspool is a thriving, family focused community and we want to celebrate our first year and say thank you to the clients who have chosen us.”

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Video: Crosspool butcher gets his legs waxed in the precinct

Crosspool butcher Philip James had his legs waxed outside his shop this morning to raise money for children with type one diabetes.

Local residents queued up to sponsor Philip in return for the opportunity to remove a wax strip from his legs.

Crosspool butcher Philip James getting his legs waxed for charity
Crosspool butcher Philip James getting his legs waxed for charity

Over £8,000 has been raised so far with the help of the Crosspool community. You can donate money to the cause by visiting virginmoneygiving.com/team/supportingchildrenwithtype1diabetes.

No one is sure what causes type one diabetes, but a virus that mainly affects children is believed to be the most likely cause and Crosspool community has been very supportive in raising funds for Sheffield Children’s Hospital.

Find out more about type one diabetes and the ongoing fundraising at www.kidswithtod.blogspot.co.uk.

Pulling a strip off Philip’s waxed legs
Crosspudlains getting involved
Outside Philip James butchers on Sandygate Road
Crosspool butcher Philip James getting his legs waxed for charity
Fundraisers
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Williamson Hardware in Broomhill under threat from closure

Williamson Hardware in Broomhill
Williamson Hardware in Broomhill: under threat from closure

Broomhill institution Williamson Hardware could be forced to move from its current location on Fulwood Road to make way for a Sainsbury’s supermarket.

The landlord of the building is attempting to conclude the tenancy and has applied for permission to modify the unit, including changing the use of the first floor from office to retail.

Williamson Hardware has been trading in Broomhill for 52 years. A Spar exists three doors down and a 24-hour Select and Save supermarket is located at the top of Glossop Road.

Crosspool residents can post their views on the proposals on the Sheffield City Council planning website. The application can be viewed online along with all the associated documents under planning reference 12/01352/FUL.

Planning application – 12/01352/FUL Williamson Hardware