Hamptons Hampstead. Relocation & Renovation Guide

Hampstead

Relocate & Renovate Design & Build, Schools, Eating out, Health clubs, Shopping & more.

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There’s a lot that goes into your bathroom before you do.

At Ripples, we work slightly differently from others. Our talented bathroom designers try to get to know you first. They chat with you about what you like and what you don’t like. They go over your ideas, your torn out pages from magazines, your Pinterest boards - whatever it is that inspires you. Before we do anything, we find out exactly what you’re looking for, and then we make sure as much of you goes into our ideas as possible. We don’t do one size

fits all solutions, but we do take dreams and ideas and turn them into bespoke designs for your new bathroom. From the moment you step into our showroom to the moment you step into your new bath, we make the whole process as smooth and stress-free as it can be. It’s the Ripples effect.

Let’s have a chat about what we can do for you.

C R E AT I N G B E A U T I F U L B AT H R O O M S S I N C E 19 88 RIPPLES LONDON, 26 ENGL AND’S L ANE, LONDON, NW3 4TG | 0207 4499 594

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WELCOME

A very warm welcome to Hampstead and the surrounding areas from all of us at Hamptons.

You will be moving into one of the most highly regarded villages in London. Desirable homes, tree lined avenues, diverse shops and restaurants and an eclectic, vibrant population.

Hamptons has been matching people with property that’s right for them, locally, nationally and internationally, since 1869.

We were pioneers, setting standards that few of our rivals could match and this hasn’t changed since.

Today, 150 years after we first set up home in Pall Mall, with 15 decades of finding property and looking after people under our belt, our clients now consider us to be their, ‘home experts’.

Yours sincerely, Jonny Pirouzi- Head of Sales Stefano Palmiero- Head of Lettings

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Contents Welcome to Hampstead

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Interview: George Omalianakis

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Interview: Bathroom Expert

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Interview: Zavier Kwek

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Pubs & Live Music

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Interview: Hampstead Architects p.22

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High street Best

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Hampstead Arts

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Interview: KSR Architects

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Interview: Chic Flooring

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Family day out

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Contents Local Schools

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St Anthony school

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Interview: AR Architects

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Interview: Ripples Bathrooms

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Map of Hampstead

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Schools & Nurseries

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Health clubs

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Local Resturants

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Social media links

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Council Information

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Hampstead

Hamptons offers you a warm welcome to Hampstead Congratulations, if you are house hunting in Hampstead you have already won. A home in this great area with all it offers, automatically makes you the envy of many.

Now in order to make your transition as smooth and hassle free as possible Hamptons have put together this great guide which will help you choose the best schools, learn a little about planning and building control, read tips on where to shop, eat and lot’s more, all packed into one little guide with clickable links.

Perhaps most importantly we have researched some of the leading local professionals and experts who can help you add value and personalise your soon to be new home. A big WELCOME and enjoy.

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Ready to create the life you dream of upon waking?

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Sleep well is something we all say nightly to loved ones. At Hästens, it’s more than a wish; it’s a vision.

We dream about a world where people sleep well— one that’s happier, more peaceful and loving. This year marks our 170th anniversary and for six generations, we have served others driven by our passion for continuous improvement and the pursuit of excellence.

Quality sleep is more than a biological necessity; it is the foundation to your entire wellbeing and enhances your quality of life. We want you to feel at your very best and create the life you dream of upon waking.

That’s why our master craftsmen in Köping, Sweden, carefully consider every detail and use the finest wool, cotton, flax, premium Swedish pine, and horsetail hair to create a bed that’s perfectly fit for you.

Our promise remains the same today as it did all those years ago; to help you sleep well and awaken feeling refreshed, energized and alert throughout the entire day. Every day.

Book your private appointment today at hastens.com/uk/store-locator

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A little bit of history The name comes from the Anglo-Saxon meaning ‘homestead’ and the area is recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086. Originally a spa destination in the 18th century, Hampstead declined in the early 19th century before growing exponentially when the arrival of the railway connected it to the centre of town in the 1860s. Lavish residences sprang up to cater to the population of wealthy commuters and the area retains this period charm and sense of heritage today.

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Why move to Hampstead?

It is a popular choice with city workers, affluent families and celebrities alike due to its stunning architecture, strong transport links and access to green space, including the sprawling Hampstead Heath. The many eateries, theatres, cinemas, museums, galleries and sports facilities mean there is never a dull day in Hampstead. In addition the volume and high quality of education facilities in Hampstead is a draw for many people and is one of the reasons many move to the area.

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Interview with George Omalianakis exciting when you get a chance to come up with something unique that makes the client happy.

Why should people appoint an architect instead of managing their own project?

You appoint an architect for the wealth of their experience and the knowledge they have accumulated over years, rather than just for their ideas.

An experienced architect is your insurance policy to ensure your project is run as smoothly as possible and you want to invest in their skills and know-how to guide you through the regulations, obligations, and approvals you need to obtain for your project.

And of course, architects will come with a tonne of ideas about how to maximise what you can achieve, how to make your home more energy efficient, how to retain the character of your property while adding contemporary touches and ultimately how to make your home a joy to live in.

What type of projects get you most excited?

Looking back, I have always been involved with designing projects with a strong connection to historical and heritage context or with buildings that were environmentally conscious.

And as it happens these are still the type of projects I am very passionate about working on today.

This is because there is always something unique about environmental and heritage projects, no two properties are the same, no two clients have the same requirements and priorities. It is the bespoke way you engage with both the building and the client that is fundamental to developing and executing each project.

I guess what these projects have in common is that as an architect you are required to look carefully at what is there, to understand what the requirements are before you are able to discover their full potential.

I take the same consistent approach for all projects I work on as an architect and it is very

In developing a style for a client’s property who takes the lead or is it a collaborative effort?

All projects I work on must be collaboration between GOAStudio and the client.

At the start of a project, we must listen to the client and make a map of their requirements, likes, and style of their ideal home.

For me, collaborating with a client is about asking the right questions to help reveal what the homeowners like, what their needs and priorities are, and to understand what really matters.

From there we will make suggestions and present a range of options and ideas to the homeowner. As an architect I then lead the design development process to benefit the project.

In this partnership I am the one with the wealth of experience and it is my job to plan, control and manage the process as well as to advise the client how we can maximise what we can achieve with their project.

Is there a project that you are most proud of?

I am proud of every single project we have designed and I have been involved with.

Since 2009 our projects have featured in a number of publications and magazines. This is always satisfying both for ourselves and for the homeowner.

As an architect you immerse yourself in the design of a project from its infancy, you find a way to look beyond its impossibilities, you have the light-bulb moments.

And the aim is to come up with a beautiful and carefully resolved design that eventually becomes someone’s home long after you had anything you do with it.

A happy client is what you end up being the most proud of because this is the measure of success in everything you do as an architect.

• Chartered Architect with the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) • RIBA Conservation Registrant – Specialism in historic buildings and conservation areas • Which? magazine residential expert and contributor • Member of the Green Register of Construction Professionals Contact George if you need help with your home project: george@goastudio.co.uk.

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Some say that living in Hampstead means you’ve reached the pinnacle of London life. The NW3 postcode is one of the most sought after (and affluent) in the UK. It offers peaceful, idyllic village settings just a few miles away from Central London and buzzy areas like Camden.

Celebrities, artists, writers and poets have called Hampstead home, taking advantage of its inspiring cobblestone streets and vast open spaces. If you’re thinking of making a move to Hampstead, read on and take your own inspiration from all the things to do and see in NW3.

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FAMOUS RESIDENTS Hamstead and the surrounding area has been a home to rockstars, celebrities, athletes, academics, artists and common or garden members of the upper-crust for generations. Here are a few notable names you may or may not know..

Ricky Gervais

Peter Cook

Simon Amstell English comedian, television presenter, screenwriter and actor Dame Peggy Ashcroft English Actress.

Peter Barkworth English Actor Dirk Bogarde English actor and novelist Michael Byrne[English actor Born, schooled and resided in Hampstead Richard Burton Welsh actor Emilia Clarke English actress Peter Cook English satirist, writer and comedian Dame Judi Dench English actress, widow of Michael Williams Gerald du Maurier English actor and theatre manager Stephen Fry English actor, screenwriter, playwright, comedian Ricky Gervais British comedian, actor, director, and writer Sophie Hunter English theatre and opera director, wife of actor Benedict Cumberbatch Jeremy Irons English actor Wolf Kahler German actor Hugh Manning English actor Margaret Nolan actress, artist, model Peter O’Toole Irish actor Harold Pinter British playwright, screenwriter, director and actor Karel Reisz Czech-born British filmmaker Ralph Richardson English actor Ridley Scott British film director and producer Alastair Sim Scottish actor Marie Studholme Musical comedy actress and picture postcard beauty.[citation needed Dame Elizabeth Taylor London-born British-American actress Marti Webb British actress and singer 15

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EXPERT INTERVIEW

Interview with Bathroom Expert Craig Herbert

Tell us a little about the background of your business?

The idea of Bathroom Expert London came because of my previous experience in the construction industry.

Bathrooms are complex due the variety of different skills required for one room. This is why Bathroom expert London was set up. I am there as an expert who has an understanding of the process end to end and is always there to support and advise. I’ve also trained the team personally in our exacting process. We have a very professional and experienced team with specific expertise for each area. It is about quality, expertise, knowledge and a personalised experience.

What process do you go through with customers from that first phone call to completion?

Everything starts with a video or phone consultation. Some clients have very clear ideas, others want or need more support and direction. Getting to know the individuals behind the property is vital so we can tailor our services to their needs. It is about combing dreams and emotions with practical ideas and mandatory requirements to achieve the best possible design for the space.

With all that we create a design and estimation of the costs. At that stage we agree the process to select and buy products. We have connection with high quality showrooms that can offer great products at appropriate prices. Once the estimate is agreed we arrange for a starting date.

What advice would you give people before starting a bathroom renovation?

Firstly: Due diligence is key– Do not blindly place your trust in someone and know exactly who is going to be responsible for what goes on in your home. Choosing the right partner and ensuring there is knowledge behind promises is worth their weight in gold.

Secondly: Make sure you nail the design before you look at products and engage the services of a design specialist. You will be surprised what’s possible with even the smallest of spaces. If your designer has plumbing and building background and knowledge they can treat the room as a blank canvass and design with minimal limitations.

Finally: materials quality is key. The product specification has evolved with the development of new $technology and materials, which help us create a quality product.

What’s the best thing about working in the Hampstead area?

Local to the area, I love the various period properties and their charm. I have worked on many different houses so I understand the challenges that period properties present. This local touch creates an opportunity to help client’s understanding of ‘what works’ to get a premium finish.

Surrounded by so much beauty and culture, clients also often have a real understanding of the value of quality. Of course it is tempting to try and look for the cheapest offer and believe that when someone offers a cheaper service it will give us the same than a more expensive one. But when people understand the real value of quality they also know that there are not bargains without risk. Clients in Hampstead usually know the importance of having confidence on the work has been done in the inside, knowing it is as high end as what you can see in the outside.

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Interview with ‘Zavier Kwek’ So a client has collected the keys from Hamptons and moved into a new house with a generous size garden but no character or features. What’s the first step?

Firstly, they should start thinking about how they would like to use the garden.

Then observe the space - where there might be a favourite view, how the sun moves across the garden, is there anything unsightly that would be preferable to hide. Maybe consider getting a garden designer in to help! There are always things that can inspire, for instance, the architecture of the house. Or nearby trees to borrow a view from.

What if a client is selling a house and needs to add some kerb appeal, they may not want to invest as much a buyer, what would you suggest?

Depending on the season, replacing a few tired shrubs with colourful perennials can make the garden look much more inviting.

Adding a few well positioned and planted pots can also help. Repainting garden walls that are rendered or repairing any damage will smarten everything up.

I guess people are influenced by things they see at gardening shows. What sort of things are on trend at the moment?

Quite rightly, the biggest trend at the moment is for a garden to be wildlife friendly and eco conscious. As a studio, we work hard to find a balance between the practical use of the garden and doing our bit for the environment. Some of the

ideas are more suitable for big country gardens but every garden can help in some ways. It could come in the form of pollinator friendly planting, using local sustainable materials where possible, thinking about effective ways to use rain and wastewater and working with nurseries who provide plants which are grown in peat free compost – these are just some examples.

Do your clients have specific ideas about what they want or do they more often give you a blank canvas to work with?

We have had both but generally we advise our clients to tell us how they use the garden and leave us to develop the design. If a client has a specific theme in mind (a Mediterranean or a Japanese garden for example), we will aim to incorporate elements of that into the design as well.

Does it matter what time in the year people contact you?

It doesn’t really matter but it is definitely a good idea to get in touch with a garden designer as early as possible. The whole process, including securing a good contractor to do the build can take time so it is best to work with the designer and get the schedule pinned down early. It can be difficult to plant a garden in deep winter if the ground is very frosty but then again planting a garden in the summer does mean more watering. Swings and roundabouts!

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FOOD & DRINK

Pubs & Live Music The Holly Bush, Hampstead Traditional 18th-century wood-panelled pub serving cask ales, with fireplace and outdoor space. At The Holly Bush we focus fresh cooking and fabulous seasonal ingredients and our kitchen enjoys a great reputation with foodies in Hampstead and beyond.

22 Holly Mount, London NW3 6SG 020 7435 2892 www.hollybushhampstead.co.uk The Wells Tavern Modern European gastropub in Georgian house with upstairs dining rooms and spacious downstairs bar.

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The Duke of Hamilton The Duke of Hamilton has been a core part of Hampstead life since 1721 and was once famed as the favourite watering hole of actors Richard Burton, Peter O’Toole and Oliver Reed. The pub has a rich history and heritage but has remained a pillar of the community for centuries, feeding and watering locals and visitors for close to 300 years. 23-25 New End, Hampstead, NW3 1JD. 020 7916 0595 www.thedukeofhamiltonnw3.com/

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hould you wish to wet your whistle in Hampstead you could hardly have a wider choice.

‘Old school’ inns and taverns, cocktail bars, live music venues, gastropubs, they all abide aplenty in Hampstead. Here are a few suggestions but the best way to find your ‘local’ is surely to take the air and simply explore.

The Flask Relaxed gastropub hung with old prints and designer wallpaper, plus skylit conservatory and garden. Our pubs & hotels have style and soul. The people who work for us have pride in our culture and a passion for the work they The King William IV Pub do. Our menus are as varied as our venues, serving deliOur walls are dedicated to the people cious seasonal food that is sourced with a focus on British of Hampstead with over 100 provenance. portraits throughout the pub walls 14 Flask Walk, London NW3 1HE with maximalist effect. We offer the 020 7435 4580 best Drink Deals in the village along www.theflaskhampstead.co.uk with serving award winning traditional pub food 7 days a week!

The Spaniards Inn The King William IV, 77 Hampstead Wood-panelled pub with homely fireplace and large garHigh St, London, England NW3 1QB. den for outdoor pints and comfort food. This characterful 02074355153 inn was named after the Spanish Ambassador to James www.thekingwillie.co.uk/ I of England and rumour has it highwayman Dick Turpin was born there, whilst his father was landlord in the early The Horseshoe 1700s.

Hello, we are the Horseshoe. The Spaniards Rd, London NW3 7JJ birthplace of Camden Town Brewery 020 8731 8406 and a well-loved Hampstead local for www.thespaniardshampstead.co.uk over a decade, we’re known for our good, simple food, wine and beer and legendary Sunday roasts.

28 Heath Street, NW3 6TE. 020 7431 7206 www.thehorseshoehampstead.com/ The Garden Gate The Garden Gate in Hampstead is one of the best pubs in Hampstead Heath because of it’s large outdoor, heated garden.Whether it’s the summer and you want a beer garden in Hampstead, or it’s the winter and you want a heated pub garden in Hampstead, this is the Hampstead Heath pub you should go to!

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Interview with ‘Hampstead Architects’ space. We are providing planning services, full contract administration, project management and interior design services for this project.

Do you work with investors and landlords?

We have the privilege of regularly collaborating with landlords and investors who seek our expertise. They rely on us to provide valuable insights on planning inquiries and strategies to unlock the full potential of their properties. We take pride in offering advisory services even before the purchase stage, allowing investors to make informed decisions by assessing feasibility.

Tell us a little about the background of your firm.

Our architectural practice is rooted in the fundamental concept of buildability as well as design. With our extensive experience in the building industry, we identified a market need for a practice that possesses genuine construction expertise and can adeptly balance three key considerations: budget, buildability, and functionality. Our team is wellequipped to create designs that seamlessly integrate these factors, delivering practical and innovative solutions. Our projects are where thoughtful design meets real-world feasibility.

What type of projects have you been working on recently?

We typically work on single dwelling family homes and our services revolve around gaining planning permission to increase floor area, creating technical design sets for the builders to follow and manage the whole build process from day one all the way to our clients’ move-in day. We have recently embarked on an extraordinary project in the heart of Knightsbridge: transforming the UK’s narrowest house, measuring a mere 80cm deep. Our scheme incorporates a full basement and first-floor extension, unlocking functionality and livability within this limited

Looking back, is there a job that you are most proud of?

A project that we are particularly proud of is a basement and ground floor extension located in Hampstead. What sets it apart is the intricate nature of the property itself, as it comprises a ground floor apartment within a terraced property containing two other apartments. The scope of the project entailed excavating 4m below the existing building to create a 50m2 basement, in addition to constructing a wrap-around extension on the ground floor. With great attention to detail, we designed the project to minimize any adverse impact on the neighbouring properties, while simultaneously creating a well-lit and comfortable living space within the constraints of the site. The management of this project necessitated close coordination with numerous third parties to ensure the safe and precise execution of the construction process.

Are you happy to give appraisals to Hamptons clients before they exchange?

We genuinely enjoy visiting properties and offering a second opinion as it enables us to provide a comprehensive evaluation, ensuring our clients receive accurate and insightful assessments. We are committed to providing exceptional service and we take pride in going above and beyond, leaving no stone unturned as we help home owners to make informed decisions and unlock the true potential of their future property purchase.

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Local Hotspots Enjoy an artisan coffee, while exploring great fashion boutiques right in the picturesque heart of Hampstead!

Hampstead Tea Rooms We serve delicious coffee and speciality teas alongside our artisan bakes and cakes. A selection of freshly prepared food is also available and served in a friendly atmosphere by our friendly team.

9 South End Road NW3 2PT London, UK. 020 7435 9563 www.facebook.com/Hampsteadtearooms/ Silverberry Deli Kitchen Silverberry Deli Kitchen feels like home to us and we would truly love all our customers to feel the same way. Our Ginger and White dedication to deliver the finest artisanal We are a British cafe serving the best artisan coffee, coffee to our customers, combined with dippy eggs, fresh sandwiches, cakes, homemade peanut our unique blend of beans, creates the butter, and lots of love in NW3. We take pride in sourcing perfect experience for coffee lovers. our ingredients directly from British farmers. Our free14 Pond Street, Hampstead, London, range eggs are from a family run farm in North Wales NW3 2PS. 020 7794 5461 and our meat is from rare breeds in Essex. Bread is www.silverberry.net/ baked by artisan bakery the Flour station and cakes are made in our own kitchen by hand.

The Coffee Cup 4a, 5a Perrin’s Ct, London NW3 1QS. 020 7431 9098 74 Hampstead High St, London www.gingerandwhite.com/ NW3 1QX www.villabiancagroup.com/cchampGail’s Bakery Hampstead We believe in making good bread. As we’ve grown, so has our menu and our community, yet our values have stayed the same. We take the time to make our bread, pastries, cakes, breakfasts, and lunches as we always have – with care, by hand and according to the season – so that we don’t need to compromise on what we eat, whether we’re on the go, or taking time out in one of our bakeries.

64 Hampstead High St, London NW3 1QH. 020 7433 8546 www.gailsbread.co.uk/?u

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Claudie Pierlot Claudie Pierlot has its own workshop in the heart of the 1st arrondissement in Paris, where products are created using the label’s own method. It is here that designers, pattern makers, cutters, machinists, stylists and sourcers bring the sketches, drawn by the Artistic Director Vanessa Pierrat and her team, to life. Come and visit our store to view the wonderful collection of quality pieces.

9 Hampstead High St, London NW3 1PR. 020 7433 0399 www.uk.claudiepierlot.com/# ba&sh Both timeless and unique, ba&sh clothing makes a statement, allowing you to express your unique personal- Zadig&Voltaire A lovely little store for the French-based fashion label with ity! Uncover the French fashion secrets with our collection of oh so chic chic, edgy clothing & accessories for men & women. Love is dresses, sophisticated jumpsuits and Endless, Art is Truth, Creativity is Freedom, Rock is Life. This feminine blouses to add a touch of je is Zadig&Voltaire. ne sais quoi throughout the seasons. 23-24 Hampstead High St, London NW3 1QA. Flaunt that effortless French flair as 020 7433 3600 you step out in style! www.facebook.com/zadigetvoltaire 7 Hampstead High St, London NW3 1PR. 020 7443 9423 Tara Jarmon www.ba-sh.com/uk/ 66 Hampstead High St, London NW3 1QP 020 7794 9234 Charli London www.tarajarmon.com Charli was founded in London in 2008 with the intention of offering Vanilla Boutique a collection of urban essentials with 41 Hampstead High St, London NW3 1QE a contemporary edit of jersey and knit separates at an accessible price.

Since then the brand has expanded to deliver seasonal collections mainly in cashmere, wool, organic cotton, linen and silk.

54 Rosslyn Hill, London NW3 1ND. 020 7794 2812 www.charli.com/ Jane & Dada 59 Hampstead High St, London NW3 1QH 020 7431 0708

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Hampstead Arts Why not enjoy a night at one of the great theatres spotted around Hampstead!

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Hampstead Theatre The London Improv Theatre Hampstead Theatre is a theatre in Swiss Welcome to The London Improv Theatre - we offer Cottage in the London Borough of Cam- a range of Improv courses, classes and workshops. den. It specialises in commissioning and There are courses suitable for all levels of experience producing new writing, supporting, and - from absolute beginner through to performance developing the work of new writers. Roxa- level. If you are interested in gaining transferable na Silbert has been the artistic director skills for work, performing on stage or just trying since 2019. something fun there is a class for you.

Eton Avenue, Swiss Cottage, NW3 3EU. 104-A Finchley Rd, South Hampstead, London 020 7722 9301 NW3 5JJ. www.hampsteadtheatre.com/ www.londonimprovtheatre.com/ Pentameters Theatre Everyman Belsize Park The Pentameters Theatre was founded Refurbished single screen cinema, with cafe, bar and in 1968 and is still run by artistic director leather seats, showing arty mainstream films. EveryLeonie Scott-Matthews, a well-known man is redefining cinema. Bringing an innovative Hampstead resident. It is a 60-seat lifestyle approach to our venues, where you swap venue and is a fringe theatre in the your soft drink for a nice glass of red wine and a slice London Borough of Camden, located of freshly made pizza served to your seat. above the Three Horseshoes public house 203 Haverstock Hill, Belsize Par, London in Hampstead.

NW3 4QG. 01233 555642 The Horseshoe, 28 Heath St, London www.everymancinema.com/belsize-park NW3 6TE. 020 7435 3648 www.pentameters.co.uk/ Kiln Theatre The Kiln Theatre is a theatre located in Kilburn, in the Everyman Hampstead London Borough of Brent, England. Since 1980, the Everyman is redefining cinema. Bringing theatre has presented a wide range of plays reflectan innovative lifestyle approach to our ing the cultural diversity of the area, as well as new venues, where you swap your soft drink writing, political work, and verbatim reconstructions for a nice glass of red wine and a slice of of public inquiries. freshly made pizza served to your seat. 5 269 Kilburn High Rd, London NW6 7JR. Holly Bush Vale, Hampstead, NW3 6TX. 020 7328 1000 0872 436 9060 www.kilntheatre.com www.everymancinema.com/hampstead King Alfred Phoenix Theatre Set in the Idyllic grounds of Anna Pavlova’s Estate, five minutes’ walk from Golders Green Station, the King Alfred Phoenix is a multi-purpose space offering flexible facilities for theatre, conferences, workshops, rehearsal space, weddings, Barmitzvahs and parties. The theatre was originally built in the sixties as part of the New College of Speech and Drama and has seen performances from such luminaries as Sir Ralph Richardson, Dame Peggy Ashcroft, Peter Sellers and Dame Helen Mirren.

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Interview with KSR Architects & Interior Designers Tell us a little about the background of your firm?

KSR Architects & Interior Designers is an award-winning design-led practice focusing on creating exceptional, high-quality homes. We are a studio of designers with over forty years of experience and with over 90% of our work coming from referrals or existing client relationships. Whether it is ultra-contemporary, traditional, or the unique and quirky, our projects blend the personal qualities and vision of our individual clients with the natural and environmental characteristics of each site.

Based in Camden Town, we have extensive experience creating bespoke homes across North London, with Hampstead, St John’s Wood and Belsize Park being our home patch. Our portfolio also extends internationally including Cape Town, Antigua, Seychelles, St Petersburg, and Moscow and the US. Can you give us an insight into some of the ways you are able to navigate through planning obstacles?

We believe that that the most effective way of securing optimal planning permissions is by taking a collaborative approach with the local planning authorities. We have therefore built good working relationships with the planning departments in Westminster, Camden and Barnet in particular. Utilising our detailed knowledge of the local planning framework and current policy, we approach each project with a considered strategy. Whether this means a light touch, or a more comprehensive approach is required, we will tailor our service to the specifics of the project. On our more complex projects, the nuance and complexity of local planning can be challenging, so it is important to collaborate with a proven team to ensure a successful outcome.

Explain some of the ways you can you add value to a home which is already in good overall condition?

We have extensive experience adding value to properties. The obvious way to add value is to add floorspace, but this is not always the most cost-effective solution or advantageous to the way the house will function. We therefore analyse the way the house is currently being used and suggest ways that it can be used more effectively. This might be the addition of a roof extension, reorienting the stair or simply repositioning the furniture to improve flow or maximise a view. As both architects and interior designers we examine the entire house and understand the client’s lifestyle, taste, and budget in order to add both financial and aspirational value.

Is there a type of project which gets your team more excited than others?

Every project and every client is unique, but we have been privileged to work on a variety of exceptional projects. Whether it is a challenging heritage site, a hi-tech house, creating bespoke furniture design, or curating art collections, we enjoy projects that encourage us to think outside the box.

What’s the most satisfying aspect of your work?

As a collaborative studio, we focus on good relationships with clients and colleagues to ensure a project is of the highest quality. It is hugely satisfying to see a client enjoying the fruits of our labour, understanding the design decisions that were made, and appreciating the journey we went on together. We are proud that over 90% of our work is from previous clients or referrals which is a truly satisfying tick of approval.

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Interview with Carpets & Wooden flooring experts Chic Flooring Tell us a little about how you came to establish Chic Flooring?

Chic Flooring was established in 2012 by my brother Mohamed and I. Between us we have over 35 years of retail experience and knowledge, which we wanted to use to bring a new level of service and quality to customers looking for flooring solutions, a product we love. Since then, we have gone on to offer a wide selection of high-quality products, to suit every requirement and budget, from luxurious woods and carpets to modern laminate and LVT. How do you explain peoples love of Carpets and woods as a building material?

Both carpeting and woods create a sense of luxury, comfort, and security in the home. From the first warm step, out of bed on a cold winters day to the cozy underfoot feeling, as you watch some evening TV, carpeting exudes an enveloping feeling of luxury and warmth our customers love.

Hardwood floors are extremely stylish and appeal to our age-old connection the outdoor world.

Used in construction for centuries wood and wood flooring don’t just look great but bring a great sense of security and peace of mind, able to withstand the wear and tear of day-to-day life, whilst also able to accommodate modern, cost saving, eco-friendly technologies, such as underfloor heating.

Is there a project you’ve done that you’re most proud of?

Although we are immensely proud of all our projects, one that stands out, consisted of 4 floors of stair runners in a zebra patterned carpet with binding (please see photo), which looks amazing, and the customer was extremely happy with the result. We also did a project for Sadie Coles HQ at 62 Kingly Street were the exhibiting artist said our fitter was an artist at his job, a great moment for us and our fitters to have incredible recognition for our work.

What types of flooring do you find most popular with clients?

Our most popular flooring is carpet, the UK climate is primarily cold for most of the year apart from a few months in the summer. The reason why carpets have remained high in popularity is that they provide great insulation to our homes and help keep heat in and cold air out.

Please summarize why people should choose Chic Flooring?

Chic Flooring prides itself on delivering incredible customer service and after-care with a great selection of products and advice to guide our customers. We never rebrand any of our products, so the customer can look up the product and get all the information and specifications on the products.

To us it’s not just about making the sale, it’s about the customer experience making sure they are happy with the product and getting right information. We also have great team of fitters, painters and decorators, that are very helpful and accommodating to all our customer’s needs, not only flooring but we are also able to do all aspects of home improvement.

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FAMILY LIFE

Family days out

Hampstead is a great destination for a family trip offering entertainment for kids of all ages.

We’ve picked some of the most popular family-friendly things to do and sorted them into a handy list.

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Hampstead Heath A breath-taking green oasis for recreation for all the family, with swimming ponds, woodland, and city views from Parliament Hill.

Hampstead Heath Team, Heathfield House, 432 Archway Road, London N6 4JH. 020 7332 3322 www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/things- to - do/ green-spaces/hampstead-heath

Burgh House Burgh House is a historic house located on New End Square in Hampstead, London, that includes the Hampstead Museum. The house is also listed as Burgh House & Hampstead Museum.

New End Square, London, NW3 1LT. 020 7431 0144 www.burghhouse.org.uk/

Golder’s Hill Park Golders Hill Park is a beautiful, landscaped park with plenty to see and do all year round for all the family. We have an array of facilities for all the family. Come and visit our butterfly house and animals at the zoo, with a beautiful walled garden, bandstand, and a croquet lawn, your sure to have a full filled day here at Golders Hill Park.

Golders Hill Park, North End Way, London NW3 7HE. 020 7332 3322 www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/things- to - do/ green-spaces/hampstead-heath Kenwood House On the edge of Hampstead Heath surrounded by tranquil landscaped gardens, Kenwood is one of London’s hidden gems. The breath-taking interiors and stunning world-class art collection, including Rembrandt’s ‘Portrait with Two Circles’, are free for everyone to enjoy. With children’s activities, a café to relax in and acres of grounds to stretch your legs, there are treats in store for every visitor. Come and see what Kenwood has to offer you.

Hampstead Ln, London NW3 7JR. 0370 333 1181 www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/kenwood Freud Museum London The Freud Museum in London is a museum dedicated to Sigmund Freud, located in the house where Freud lived with his family during the last year of his life. The final home of Sigmund Freud, the founder of psychoanalysis, and his daughter Anna Freud, a pioneering child psychoanalyst.

20 Maresfield Gardens, London NW3 5SX. 020 7435 2002 www.freud.org.uk/

Keats House Keats House is a writer’s house museum in what was once the home of the Romantic poet John Keats. It is in Keats Grove, Hampstead, toward the edge of inner north London. Maps before about 1915 show the road with one of its earlier names, John Street; the road has also been known as Albion Grove.

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week and how they are being educated is a decision which should take some serious consideration. We have put together this list of suggestions to make your life a little bit easier. Many local schools and nurseries offer free tours so please go and visit your choice options before making that final important decision.

South Hampstead High School Excellent academic results place us comfortably amongst the country’s top schools, and our pupils leave us for some of the most prestigious universities in the country and worldwide – but there is so much more to an education here than the girls’ headline achievements.

South Hampstead is a forward-looking school, empowering girls to prepare for life and work in a rapidly changing world.

We place great emphasis on bringing in the outside world, engaging with the local community and fostering a culture of kindness and curiosity.

3 Maresfield Gardens, London NW3 5SS. 020 7435 2899 www.shhs.gdst.net/ Haverstock School Our Vision is to provide a first-class education for every young person, empowering them to be fulfilled in a world of possibilities. Haverstock students will be equipped to strive for excellence in their studies and beyond. They will leave the school with the knowledge, skills and character to make a real contribution to society.

24 Haverstock Hill, London NW3 2BQ. 020 7267 0975 www.haverstock.camden.sch.uk/ The Academy School The Academy School began in 1997, based on the principle that children should first and foremost be happy. We are a family school for boys and girls, where every child arrives each morning excited about the day ahead and goes home animated by what they have done and learned that day. We cultivate a lively spirit of freedom alongside responsibility, so that our children learn to value themselves and others as individuals.

3 Pilgrim’s Place, Rosslyn Hill, Hampstead, London NW3 1NG. 020 7435 6621 www.academyschoolhampstead.com/ Fitzjohn’s Primary School At Fitzjohn’s our mission is to provide an environment where everyone can succeed. Everything we do at Fitzjohn’s is designed to ensure that all the children who come to here can make good progress and do as well as possible. We endeavour to give them the skills that also enable them to become kind, thoughtful and sensitive members of the community.

86a Fitzjohn’s Avenue, Hampstead, London NW3 6NP. 020 7435 9797 www.fitzjohns.camden.sch.uk/ South Hampstead Junior School From their very first days here, our pupils are exposed to inspiring learning opportunities. Teaching focuses on broadening horizons, not jumping through hoops. This is a place that sparks the imagination and new interests, where each girl begins to discover a sense of self. It Is a place where pupils are encouraged to work collaboratively, to innovate and take risks, and to communicate with flair.

And it Is a place where your daughter’s happiness, and her joy in learning, come first.

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Founded in 1898, St Anthony’s School for Boys stands tall as the only all-boys Catholic preparatory school in North London.

It houses 285 boys from the age of 4 to 13.

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he school is in the enviable position of having a sister school, St Anthony’s Girls, around the corner which lends itself to the successful formula of the part diamond structure of single sex teaching and co-ed cross curricular activities. The newly formed co-ed nursery, housed at the girls’ school, feeds into both schools and ensures that friendships formed can be maintained because of the close relationship between the two schools.

A creative bastion with lashings of music, art and drama on offer, St Anthony’s Boys excels in fostering a culture of academic success without losing sight of the importance of pastoral care. An almost inexhaustible list of sporting and extra-curricular activities showcases not only how the school is evolving and bringing its pupils into a digital age, but also highlights the emphasis the school places on individuality and on developing the whole child. Every boy has a voice and active participation is encouraged across all disciplines through discussion forums and clubs. A school where academic growth has led to it being popularly referred to as ‘a greenhouse not a hot house’, the current Head, Mr Richard Berlie, has proved that his ethos of explorative, expanded

learning and focus on the individual really works. The school has, under his leadership, achieved the the best results in its history this last year with both the 11+ and 13+ cohorts getting into the most sought after, academically selective boys’ senior schools in the country.

The school invites a host of guest speakers ranging from authors, university professors, MPs,

theologians, historians and many other professionals from diverse backgrounds, to help expose young minds to new ideas and innovative thinking. The school also organises well planned trips to museums, galleries, exhibitions and theatres, to encourage expressive and progressive thought in the boys.

At the heart of the school are the values of kindness, tolerance and inclusion which result in boys from a wide variety of backgrounds, cultures and religions coming together. These key elements and the calm (but jolly) atmosphere that pervades the bright, highceilinged, classrooms combine to knit a community in which parents and teachers work in tandem. St Anthony’s children

are both supported and extended, encouraged and challenged and, most importantly, made to feel that this is a school where there are no glass ceilings and everyone can grow in their own unique way at their own pace.

For further information on St Anthony’s School for Boys and the Nursery, please contact our Registrar on: 0207 431 1066 or pahead@stanthonysprep.co.uk

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St Margaret’s School St Margaret’s is an independent school for girls between the ages of 4 and 16. There are 171 girls and 25 teachers in the St Margaret’s family. Like most schools, we want our girls to be happy, rounded, and confident. Like most schools we want our girls to do their very best academically. We work towards reaching these goals by engaging with each girl on a personal level, something you can do when you have small classes, low teacher turnover, and a culture of involvement. Every girl stands out at St Margaret’s School.

St Margaret’s School, 18 Kidderpore Gardens, Hampstead, London, NW3 7SR. 020 7435 2439 www.st-margarets.co.uk/ Christ Church School Our vision is for every child and every adult at Christ Church School to experience life in all its fullness now and in the future. Our vision at Christ Church School is brought to life through our Christian values of compassion, simplicity, creativity, courage and community.

Christchurch Hill, Hampstead London, NW3 1JH. 020 7435 1361 www.christchurchschool.co.uk/ North Bridge House Nursery School At North Bridge House Nursery School, we see the early years as the fundamental foundation to your child’s school career. Which is why from day one, we are on a constant journey of getting to know them as an individual – understanding that success is not just about their academic achievement, but also about finding and realising their true personal potential.

33 Fitzjohn’s Avenue, London, NW3 5JY. 020 7267 6266 www.northbridgehouse.com/nursery-pre-prep-hampstead/ Oliver’s Montessori Nursery and Pre-School We believe that Independence develops when children have the liberty and freedom to act and learn within a structured and prepared environment, where they can make creative choices and their education is based on self-directed activities, hands-on learning and collaborative play whilst the classroom and the teacher’s guide the process.

52 Belsize Square, Hampstead, London NW3 4HN. 02074355898 www.oliversnursery.co.uk/ University College School University College School, generally known as UCS, is an independent day school in Frognal, Hampstead, northwest London, England University College School Junior Branch, 11 Holly Hill, London NW3 6QN www.ucs.org.uk 38

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Interview with Alexander Rakita from AR Architecture Tell us a little of the background of AR Architects?

AR Architecture is an award-winning RIBA Chartered Practice founded in 2010 by Alexander Rakita upon the foundation of his previous 20-year international career.

Today, the company employs 8 staff in its London and Porto offices, has accumulated invaluable experience and won many national and international awards. The practice gets involved in a broad range of residential, commercial and hospitality projects, thriving and succeeding in most complex inter-cultural settings.

How do you make sure your clients’ goals and expectations are met?

What we do here, at AR Architecture, is to take in all the ideas and the questions of our clients and provide them with all the information they need to make their decisions on construction. For us, it is not only about beautiful designs – it is about making the most of client’s ideas, budget, and time.

We like to think of the clients as our co-authors. Being at their side on the journey through the construction project is really where we add the most value. It’s about listening to the needs and finding the best delivery.

How do you help clients with planning issues?

Our services cover the whole architectural process, from initial concept all the way to completion.

Historic buildings are our speciality. We deal with all statutory approvals, help to appoint the design team, lead and coordinate it, then supervise the construction, working alongside the builders as one team.

Many of our projects are in listed buildings or conservation areas; we pride ourselves on obtaining consents for modern designs which are sensitive to their historical context.

In complex cases, we recommend obtaining a written pre-planning advice prior to submitting a full application. Apart from telling us whether the proposals are likely to be acceptable, this procedure is an opportunity to engage the officers in an informal discussion and make them part of the decision-making process.

What do you find most exciting about your work?

It’s the magic of seeing our ideas materialised, influencing this process, knowing that in the spaces we are creating people will be able to feel at home and in harmony with their surroundings.

As a matter of fact, we love dealing with difficult briefs and tight budgets - this is often where the most interesting and creative solutions originate from!

What would you say are the key strengths of your practice?

Design is made for people by people. At AR Architecture, we’re lucky to have an amazing cosmopolitan team of talented professionals, where everyone’s opinion matters, and everybody has something to bring to the discussion.

There is always an intention to know personally the client and their needs. We are small enough to care and big enough to deliver. Our international experience helps us think outside the box and adapt to the diverse needs and wishes of our clients.

Most of our projects use Building Information Modelling (abbreviated as BIM). All work is done in a virtual 3D model which allows us walk through the project’s spaces, see relationships between materials, plant and structure, detect any problems at an early stage and keep budgets on target.

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Your Local Internaaonal Architects

WHY WORK WITH US? We regard our clients as co-authors We help clients make informed decisions Our services range from iniial concept all the way to compleeon We deal with all statutory approvals and specialise in historic buildings Our technical design leaves no space for cost uncertainty

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Outstanding bathroom designs by Ripples!

Tell us a little about the Ripples brand?

Ripples was founded in 1988 by my parents Roger and Sandra Kyme and has grown into an award-winning bathroom retailer renowned for its bespoke bathroom designs, stunning showrooms and innovative bathroom products. Since the first showroom opened in Bath over 30 years ago, Ripples has become a franchise with an impressive portfolio of 13 showrooms nationwide. We offer a truly tailored bathroom service, from product sourcing and design consultancy, through to installation from trusted local suppliers. With a dedicated team of in-house designers, we can help clients with anything from an elegant en-suite to a fun and functional family space or a compact cloakroom.

What is your customer journey from that initial enquiry?

All of our client’s requirements are different so we tailor our service to suit their needs. Some clients are just looking for a single product to finish off their bathroom, whilst others are looking for a full bathroom redesign. When a client uses our design service, the process starts with them meeting a Ripples designer in the showroom to discuss their project and ideas. Our designers ensure they have an understanding of who will be using the bathroom, the client’s preferred bathroom style and how much they are looking to invest in their project. Once the key details of the project have been discussed, we then conduct a home visit where we measure the existing room, taking care to note any factors that may influence or effect the final design scheme such as lighting or water flow. After the home visit has taken place, we move on to the design process where our designers review the options available for the client’s bathroom project and research the best design solutions to meet their brief. Our designers are true experts in all aspects of bathroom design and use their experience to consider not only how the bathroom will look and function, but how it will make the client feel. The designer will then showcase their solution during a design presentation, sharing scaled drawings which capture the style, size, layout and overall artistic look of the bathroom, as well as showing the client product samples in the showroom. Once the design has been approved by the client, we produce a detailed technical pack for the bathroom installers to ensure they fully understand the design along with the exact products that will be supplied. As the bathroom redesign gets underway, we continue to check in on progress throughout the project, ensuring the clients dream bathroom becomes a reality.

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How have bathroom tastes and trends evolved in recent years?

As we emerge from the pandemic, we’re definitely seeing a trend to more multi-functional living and bathrooms have very much become people’s at-home retreats...or as we like to call them , spathrooms! There’s also been a recent resurgence in more traditional bathrooms schemes, with freestanding baths in particular in huge demand at the moment. On the other end of the spectrum, many clients are looking for strong patterned floors with bold tiling, especially in pink and green tones, particularly popular. Special finish brassware is another huge trend, with the majority of clients looking for black or gold finishes for their showers, taps and bath mixers.

Is there a project that you’re particularly proud of?

Due to the bespoke nature of our offering, every client has different taste, different requirements and different sized bathrooms so we’re never creating the same scheme twice. I’m therefore really proud of every bathroom that we create because it is genuinely designed to suit the unique requirements of each and every client. As a result, I can proudly say that our client base is made up of around 70% referrals from previous happy customers which I consider to be a huge achievement. Saying all of this, I do remember about 20 years ago that a client wanted a dolphin border tile in his bathroom - the client was delighted but I wasn’t so proud of that one!

What’s your favourite thing about working in the Hampstead and North London area?

I’ve previously had showrooms in Mayfair and Marylebone which were great locations but were surrounded by retail and office spaces so there were very few family homes nearby. Contrastingly, this area of London is predominantly residential and is home to many families who have lived in the area for years. As a popular area, this presents us with lots of opportunities to renovate bathrooms in homes that clients have just moved to, as well as designing bathrooms in need of refreshing before going on the market.

This area has a real community feel to it and I love the fact that so many of the other businesses locally are independent retailers like myself. In my opinion it also has some of the most beautiful homes in London.

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Heartcore At Heartcore, we use the most effective elements of Pilates, the wisdom of Yoga and joy of free movement to help you transform your body and your mind. It’s tough, but so are you. And, if you’re ready to move with us, we promise to help you achieve more than you ever thought possible.

50 Hampstead High St, London NW3 1QG. 020 7305 7760 www.weareheartcore.com/ Barrecore Hampstead Our unique Barrecore Method is recognized as one of the fastest, safest and most effective body transformation exercises, and has been publicly endorsed by some of the world’s biggest celebrities and influencers including Claudia Schiffer, Pippa Middleton, Rita Ora and Poppy Delevingne. 7-9 Pond St, London NW3 2PN. 020 7794 9281 www.barrecore.com/locations/hampstead The Armoury (Hampstead) Say goodbye to cramped and soulless. Our bright and airy Victorian drill hall gym gives you the space to reach your fitness goals. Whatever you’re looking for – to gain muscle, lose weight, improve fitness and strength or just get active – we have the facilities and the experts on hand to help you achieve and exceed your targets.

25 Pond St, London NW3 2PN. 020 7431 2263 www.armourygym.co.uk/ Health and Movement - Osteopathy & Personal Training At Health and Movement, we recognise that everyone is an individual who requires their own unique personal training programme to achieve their goals. We are highly trained in Osteopathy, which is a gentle and effective hands-on approach to healthcare, based on the principle that the way your body moves influences how it functions.

24 Heath St, London NW3 6TE. 07715 433931 www.healthandmovement.co.uk/ Kundalini Yoga Meditation Therapies Hampstead My range of skills and expertise allows me to develop bespoke programs for women’s sensual empowerment and healing. We are human beings, not robots and one size does not fit all. My approach is holistic, and I have learnt over the years that only using one method to reach your potential can be limiting. I offer a number of self-healing Journeys, ranging from Kundalini Yoga, Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) and Taoist Feminine practices.

Basement Yoga Studio, 13 Heath St, London NW3 6TP. 07847 881068 www.retreat-therapy.com/ Nicole Rose Wellness My mission is to help individuals redefine their relationship with their body, tap into their most authentic selves, reconnect to their intuition, reclaim their life, and experience true joy, love, and purpose. My work is compassion led, inspiring and grounded.

New End Square, London NW3 1LT. 07851 766237 www.nicolerosewellnesscoach.com/ Highgate Men’s Bathing Pond Highgate Men’s Pond is a natural bathing pond and one of London’s best open air swimming spots. It is for men only and offers changing and showering facilities and there are always life guards on duty.

Parliament Hill Fields, Fields Hampstead Heath, Highgate Rd, London NW5 1QR. 020 7485 3873 www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/things-to-do/ Kenwood Ladies’ Bathing Pond Kenwood Ladies’ Pond is a natural bathing pond and one of London’s best open air swimming spots. We only have one outdoor shower, and the changing facilities are limited on the meadow. There is always a lifeguard on duty.

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Local Restaurants Villa Bianca Long-running Italian eatery on a quiet side street, with alfresco dining in the summer.

1 Perrin’s Ct, London NW3 1QS www.villabiancagroup.com/villabianca02/ Gaucho Hampstead A stone’s throw from Hampstead Heath, our welcoming and contemporary interiors are the perfect place to enjoy a relaxed lunch, an after-school treat or you can join us with the whole family on a Sunday for one of our Maido Sushi legendary roasts at the best steak restaurant Maido was established in 2016 by founding in North London. . members of Atari-Ya, the highly respected and Hampstead, 64 Heath Street, London, renowned distributor of Sushi grade fish to NW3 1DN. 020 7431 8222 Michelin starred restaurants throughout www.gauchorestaurants.com/restaurants/ London. Having been at the forefront of the hampstead/ industry for decades, Maido was formed to capitalise on this position by creating an Mitsuryu Hampstead unparalleled retail solution.

We take pride in providing the best sushi and 99-205 Haverstock Hill, Belsize Park, sashimi in London. Our Executive Head Chef, London NW3 4QG. 020 3865 1783 Kenny, has worked all over the world and uses www.maidosushi.com/ his knowledge and experience to bring authenticity to our menus, which are Paradise designed to suit all tastes and dietary Delicious mild fresh Indian food popular through requirements, whilst offering a choice to suit the Indian sub-continent. We serve lightly all budgets. spiced Indian dishes in a simple, long-standing 9 South End Road, London NW3 2PT. neighbourhood restaurant.

0207 431 4823 South End Road, Hampstead, www.mitsuryu.co.uk/ Northwest London. 020 7794 6314 www.paradisehampstead.co.uk/ 28 Church row The Menu at 28 Church Row takes its inspiration from the best of Spanish and Italian cuisine with small plates designed for sharing. www.28churchrow.com

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The Rajdoot The Rajdoot, ecreates traditional indian dishes covering this wonderful, vibrant country – from the Himalayas to the Indian Ocean and the Arabian Sea to the Bay of Bengal. Rajdoot draws inspiration from all twenty-two regions and our food varies according to local influences characterised by exquisite aromas, glowing colours, and earthy flavours. Our team of highly skilled chefs use only the finest ingredients, buying fresh spices which are painstakingly ground and mixed by hand, ensuring pure quality. Enjoy your meal at Rajdoot.

104 Fleet Rd, London NW3 2QX. 02074856402 www.rajdootnw3.co.uk/ Jin Kichi Jin Kichi is home to authentic Japanese cuisine, serving customers in Hampstead, London NW3. Our menu includes yakitori and sushi, traditional rice dishes and noodles. Dine with us at the robata bar, or further cosy seating upstairs and downstairs. To secure a table, please make a reservation in advance. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you soon.

73 Heath Street, Hampstead, London NW3 6UG. 020 7794 6158 www.jinkichi.com/ La Gaffe Italian Restaurant Set in London’s beautiful and leafy Hampstead village - just a short hop to the centre but with the glorious Heath on our doorstep - La Gaffe is an award-winning, family-run guesthouse and Italian restaurant. Our restaurant is also a regular winner of Open Table’s prestigious Diner’s Choice Award. as well as many other eating out awards.

107-111 Heath Street, Hampstead, London, NW3 6SS. 020 7435 8965. www.lagaffe.co.uk/ Mimmo La Bufala All our food is fresh, healthy and authentic Southern Italian. Discover why we have the best pizza in Hampstead. Ready to dine at the finest Italian restaurant in Hampstead? Whether it’s fresh pasta or wood-fired pizza – get in touch today to reserve your table.

45A South End Road, Hampstead, London, NW3 2QB. 020 7435 7814 www.mimmolabufala.co.uk/

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OUR COMMUNITY

‘Virtually’ all you need

Some suggested local social media groups to help you connect, learn, buy, sell and have fun.

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Hampstead Mums - Public www.facebook.com/HampsteadMums/ Camden, K Town & Hampstead Friends www.facebook.com/groups/1562016794014263 Hampstead Area Community based businesses www.facebook.com/groups/727724670615348 HAMPSTEAD S www.facebook.com/groups/1676674435879263 Hampstead book club www.facebook.com/groups/2375694422

Hampstead Village twitter.com/hampsteadvllg?lang=en Hampstead Heath twitter.com/CityCorpHeath Hampstead High St twitter.com/HampsteadHighSt Hampstead Mums twitter.com/Hampstead_Mums

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Help and support from your localCouncil You should inform your Local Authority of where you are moving from and where you are moving to around a month before you move. You can do this here.. www.camden.gov.uk/council-tax-moving You’ll need to include the forwarding addresses for every adult in the property that pays council tax.

Search for information and services from your council. Information for residents about Windsor town Council including council tax, bins and recycling, schools, leisure, streets and parking, this and lot’s more at the below link. www.camden.gov.uk

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Planning and Building Control Unsure which services you need?

If you are thinking of making changes to your property, you may need to apply for planning permission and / or Building Regulations approval. If you’re not sure which applications to make, please use the guidance below to help you to decide what you need to do.

Please note that many developments will require both.

What is planning?

Planning is the process of deciding whether a proposed development should go ahead or not. It uses national and local policies to consider the development in its context and may look at the impact of the work on neighbours and the wider community, existing architecture, the land, the layout, and existing or proposed infrastructure (such as drains, transport and schools).

You will probably need planning permission if your proposed development will do any of the following: • create a new building, or change the use or appearance of an existing building • affect the sunlight, privacy or outlook for neighbouring properties • affect the nearby area with noise disturbance, smell or fumes • work on or around listed buildings or any conservation areas • affect traffic volumes, road safety or access • change the density of development in an area • use significantly different materials or finishes from nearby properties • have an effect on existing trees

What is building control?

Building control applies national statutory regulations to ensure the structural quality of any building work, in areas such as safety, public health, accessibility, and the materials used. Most substantial building projects (such as an extension, knocking down walls or converting a garage or loft) will need Building Regulations approval. www.camden.gov.uk/planning-building-development

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