35-453: High Hazels are an English band made up of singer and guitarist James Leesley, lead guitarist Scott Howes, Anthony Barlow (drums) and Paul Musgrave (b.vox / bass guitar). The band hail from Handsworth , a suburb of Sheffield where three of the members (James, Scott and Anthony) became friends in primary school and then later bonded over their shared passion for music. James, Scott and Anthony played together in bands after leaving school for
70-527: A private Quaker graveyard at Cinder Hill, now in the back garden of a house. There are eight gravestones with plain inscriptions. Another Quaker buried near Handsworth is Benjamin Huntsman . Although he was born in Lincolnshire , he lived for some years at Handsworth in the 1740s. Huntsman made a highly significant scientific discovery which enabled Sheffield to develop from small township into one of
105-512: A while before deciding to concentrate on writing. Paul also played in various other outfits before joining the band. The band rehearse in the city's industrial area, Kelham Island in an industrial workspace in a former factory overlooking the River Don. The band recorded their first songs in October 2012 and sent the results to BBC Radio and 6 Music DJ, Steve Lamacq . Lamacq then played one of
140-757: Is a constituency represented in the House of Commons of the UK Parliament since its 2010 creation by Clive Betts , a member of the Labour Party . This seat succeeded Sheffield Attercliffe (represented by the Labour MP Clive Betts since 1992) following a minor change recommended by the Boundary Commission for England for the 2010 general election and accepted by Parliament. The predecessor, Sheffield Attercliffe,
175-528: Is a suburb of south eastern Sheffield , in South Yorkshire , England. It covers an area of approximately 5 square miles (13 km ), and has a population of approximately 9,957. It has five schools, four churches, a variety of small shops, a large supermarket, and a range of commercial and light industrial businesses. Until 1974 it was in the West Riding of Yorkshire . Politically, Handsworth
210-607: Is part of the Woodhouse ward in the Sheffield South East parliamentary constituency. In 1931 the civil parish had a population of 17,472. On 1 April 1938 the parish was abolished and merged with Sheffield and Orgreave . It is now in the unparished area of Sheffield. In the Domesday Book account, Handsworth is spelt "Handeswrde" and is joined to Whiston ("Witestan") to form a single manor. Before
245-725: The Conservatives and the Liberal Democrats (the Liberal Democrat vote declining by 18%). In 2019, a collapse in the Labour vote reduced the party's majority to a little over 4,000 votes, making it a marginal seat between them and the Conservative Party. The constituency consists of Census Output Areas of local government districts with a working population whose income is close to or slightly below
280-584: The 1650s. During the Interregnum , Quakers were treated with suspicion and hostility, and persecution continued following the restoration of Charles II , as they still refused to conform, even outwardly, to the Church of England. Their refusal to take off their hats or speak respectfully when in the presence of "nobles" made them a particular object of mistrust. Some members of the Stayce family are buried in
315-473: The 19th century. Using long steel swords, a team of eight men perform a dance which lasts about nine minutes and ends with all the swords being interlocked and held aloft by one man. Traditional music is played and the dancers wear a military style uniform similar to the Dragoons . Formerly there were two clowns who performed for the crowd and collected money. At Christmas time, the sword dancers would tour
350-818: The Conquest, Torchil (or Turchil) is reported as being the Lord of the Manor , but following the Conquest lordship was transferred to Robert, Count of Mortain , who was the half-brother of William the Conqueror . Richard de Sourdeval held it for Count Robert. The Manor then passed, through marriage, to the Paynel and Lovetot families. It was a member of the Lovetot family who built the parish church in Handsworth. St Mary's
385-484: The Handsworth parish, and there are over 60 entries in the parish registers for members of the Jeffcock family between 1636 and 1768. John Jeffcock, father of William, established the family name as coal masters by becoming colliery engineer at Dore House Colliery in Handsworth. William was able to build upon his father's commercial success by entering the realm of the local government. He was keen to play an active role in
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#1732779565818420-595: The Paperdots name when Jonathan decided to leave. There was short period of transition for the band called "Sunday Town", formed by the rest of members when they got back to studio and recorded several demos together. Some of them then come into the first EP of High Hazels: In the Half Light. In 2012, Paul Barlow-elder brother of Drummer Anthony brings new life to the band when he finally decide to join in as bass guitar. Handsworth, South Yorkshire Handsworth
455-678: The Peace for the West Riding of Yorkshire in 1846 and he held a Commission in the West Yorkshire Yeomanry Cavalry for some time. For many years, the Jeffcocks lived in nearby High Hazels. John Jeffcock was the first to live there, but it was his son William who built a new mansion on the site in 1850. The closeness of the Jeffcock connection to Handsworth can be seen in St Mary's churchyard. Two box tombs in memory of
490-410: The band announced via their website that they were releasing a four track E.P called 'In The Half Light'. The E.P was released on 10 inch vinyl and digital down load via Heist Or Hit Records on 7 April 2014. In July 2014 to coincide with their main stage performance at Tramlines Festival , the band announced the release of a single from their debut album On 24 July 2014, the band's 'Misbehave' single
525-498: The band, "All lilting songwriting and stark directness, it's a vision of fluorescent lights reflected in a puddle of rain water." Guardian Music went on to say, "If you’re a fan of The Smiths , or The Coral at their most melodic, then this may be right up your street." The band are influenced by artists such as Simon & Garfunkel , Elbow , Fleet Foxes , The Smiths , Radiohead , The Shins , The Walkmen , John Cooper Clarke , and Joy Division , among others. In February 2014,
560-465: The civic affairs and so became a candidate for Attercliffe ward in the town's first municipal elections on 1 November 1843. Although he polled only 80 votes, he was elected. Meeting for the first time on 9 November 1843, the new town council unanimously chose William Jeffcock to be the first mayor. He also became an Alderman and remained on the Council for 10 years. He was also nominated as a Justice of
595-544: The clowns were reintroduced, though they later lapsed. The historic sight of Handsworth sword dancing can still be seen on Boxing Day (or the day after if it falls on a Sunday). They dance at Woodhouse Cross at 11.15 and in front of St Mary's Church, Handsworth, at noon. The dancers and their audience then adjourn to the pub for well-earned refreshment and communal carol singing . Handsworth has been represented by three teams notable teams in senior football: The Handsworth parish registers reveal that on 1 July 1638, Mahlon Stayce
630-532: The constituency as following: In order to bring the electorate within the permitted range, parts of the Richmond ward will be transferred from Sheffield Heeley . Labour majorities from 1935 until 2019 were substantial, making it one of the party's safe seats . In 2010, the closest runner-up was the Liberal Democrat candidate. In 2015, UKIP came second, with nearly 22% of the vote, beating both
665-407: The family bear inscriptions to over a dozen Jeffcocks. There are other memorials to members of the Jeffcock family in St Mary's Church, and there is a (disused) fountain and water trough bearing inscriptions to the family on a curve of Handsworth Road . William Jeffcock was succeeded as Sheffield's Mayor in 1844 by his first cousin, Thomas Dunn, who was also a Handsworth resident. Dunn was elected to
700-546: The first Mayor of Sheffield in 1843, was born in April 1800 in Handsworth. His baptism is recorded in the parish registers; and, although he died in Ireland, he is buried in a family vault in Handsworth. The Jeffcock family settled in Handsworth in the 17th century, having moved from Eckington , Derbyshire . The earliest record of the family name occurs in the court rolls of the manor of Eckington in 1351. But they settled in
735-616: The first town council in 1843 and served on it for 16 years. He was an Alderman and became a distinguished figure in mid-Victorian Sheffield. Dunn had a considered Liberal point of view and he took an active and prominent role in Sheffield politics. His intellect and popularity made many national Liberals, as well as local ones, seek to persuade him to stand for parliament. His funeral in 1871 was attended by many local dignitaries. Group Captain Percy Charles "Pick" Pickard (1915–1944)
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#1732779565818770-463: The leading northern industrial cities that shaped the destiny of Victorian Britain. Huntsman revolutionised the technology of steel making through his invention of "cast" or " crucible steel ". Whilst in Handsworth, he developed the process whereby it became possible to melt down raw or " blister steel " and produce cast ingots of steel. This required an extremely high temperature of 1,600 degrees Celsius, something which had never been achieved before in
805-551: The local villages and public houses. The sword dancing continued until the First World War and there was a revival of interest during the late 1920s. It survived through the Second World War because the sword dancers had priority occupations in the coal mines and in the steel works, so they were not conscripted. The traditional dancing on Boxing Day in Handsworth and Woodhouse was revived in 1963, and in 1976
840-479: The materials were melted at very high temperatures. Huntsman found that he could benefit in Handsworth not only from the experience of the glass makers but also from the ready access to refractory materials and fireclays in the Sheffield district. Huntsman's techniques were initially given scant recognition in Sheffield. The local cutlers thought the new steel was too hard and difficult to handle. But rival Europeans nations, especially France , quickly took advantage of
875-437: The national average, and close to average reliance upon social housing . At the end of 2012, the unemployment rate in the constituency stood as 4.4% of the population claiming jobseekers' allowance (see table). The district contributing to the seat has a medium 33% of its population without a car. A medium 24.3% of the city's population are without qualifications, a high 15.8% of the population with level 3 qualifications and
910-446: The songs on his daily 6 Music show and then on his Radio 2 show before the band had played a gig. Their first gig was on 30 November 2012 at The Great Gatsby Bar in Sheffield. In October 2013 the band signed a deal with Heist Or Hit Records to release their debut single, Hearts Are Breaking on limited edition 7 inch vinyl. The band played a sold out single launch at The Harley in Sheffield to mark its release. Clash Music said of
945-465: The steel industry. In order to produce and sustain such a high temperature in his furnace, Huntsman used coke instead of charcoal . To contain the steel he designed a clay crucible which could withstand the severe temperature and possible attack of the metal. It seems probable that Huntsman moved to Handsworth because he was aware of the nearby glassworks in Catcliffe where vessels were used in which
980-457: The superior quality of crucible steel. Eventually, this competition from overseas encouraged the Sheffield cutlers to adopt Huntsman's methods, thereby laying the foundations of Sheffield's industrial heritage. In 1740, Sheffield produced only 200 tons of steel per year; by 1860, this total had risen, because of the application of Huntsman's techniques, to over 80,000 tons per year—almost half of Europe's total tonnage. William Jeffcock , who became
1015-402: The year that Queen Elizabeth I ascended the throne. St Mary's Parish Centre holds displays of artefacts, documents, records, photographs and maps relating to Handsworth and its history. One aspect of Handsworth history which remains very much alive is the traditional sword dancing . The origins of this ancient ritual are unknown, but written records held by the team go back to the middle of
1050-434: Was a Labour seat from 1935 since which date candidates of the party had received substantial majorities. 2010–2024 : The City of Sheffield wards of: Beighton; Birley; Darnall; Mosborough; and Woodhouse. 2024–present : The City of Sheffield wards of: Beighton; Birley; Darnall; Mosborough; Richmond (polling districts UA, UD, UF, UG and UH); Woodhouse. 2023 Periodic Review of Westminster constituencies described changes
1085-503: Was a Royal Air Force bomber pilot and commander during the Second World War. He was born in Handsworth and educated at Framlingham College . He is remembered for his role in the 1941 wartime propaganda film Target for Tonight , in which he featured as the pilot of "F-Freddie". He was killed on Operation Jericho in 1944. His sister, also born in Handsworth, was actress Helena Pickard, who married actor Sir Cedric Hardwicke and
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1120-812: Was baptised in St Mary's Church. The Stayce family had lived at Ballifield Hall in Handsworth for centuries but it was in Trenton, New Jersey , in America , that Mahlon made his name and his fortune. The Stayce family were Quakers , one of the new religious sects which surfaced in England after the Civil War . They dissented from traditional views and to "respectable" society, the Quakers appeared extreme and even revolutionary. Their leader, George Fox , preached on Cinder Hill Green in Handsworth to thousands of people in
1155-594: Was built in about 1170. It was founded by the Norman lord William de Lovetot , or his father Richard, and the foundations were planned by William Paynel. (The church is not to be confused with St Mary's Church, Handsworth , in Birmingham.) Little of the Tudor rectory remains today. Handsworth's parish registers , recording all baptisms, marriages and burials which took place in the parish of St Mary's, date back to 1558,
1190-641: Was reviewed by Rob da Bank , Liam Fray of The Courteeners and Eve Barlow from NME on Steve Lamacq 's Round Table radio show on BBC 6 Music . Between 2009 and 2011, Paperdots formed by James Leesley, Scott Hawes, Anthony Barlow and Jonathan Birch as a four piece guitar band. Their music is melodic and tuneful taking influence from the likes of Bowie, The Beatles, Pulp, The Shins and The Strokes. They released several works online as well as actively involved in live performance and music festivals around South Yorkshire. In late 2009, they touring with The Saw Doctors as support band. The band agreed not to continue under
1225-482: Was the mother of actor Edward Hardwicke . Actor Sean Bean , born 1959, grew up in Handsworth and attended Brook School (now a housing estate). Bean appeared in the films The Lord of the Rings , Patriot Games , GoldenEye and more. He also starred in the historical TV series, Sharpe , and worldwide phenomenon Game of Thrones . Sheffield South East (UK Parliament constituency) Sheffield South East
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