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We put fantastic local businesses and exciting events in the spotlight each month, plus enjoy food and drink in the local area and investigate beautiful homes and properties.

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A Classic Day Out

Concours of Elegance 2019 6-8 September, Hampton Court Palace

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he most astonishing cars ever produced, a line-up of world-famous luxury brands, and one of the UK’s most beautiful historic settings. That’s the very successful recipe for the world-famous Concours of Elegance.

Presented by luxury watchmakers, A. Lange & Söhne, the Concours of Elegance first began at Windsor Castle in 2012 and has since hosted at St James’s Palace, Hampton Court Palace, the Palace of Holyroodhouse and Hampton Court Palace in 2017 and 2018 where it returns once more this year.

Concours of Elegance has a stunning collection of cars at its heart – morphing into a celebration of luxury goods, fine food and drink, wonderful music and superb displays of art.

The line-up is a feast of the most famous brands in the world; Ferrari, Rolls-Royce, Bugatti and Lamborghini. Each car in the Concours is by invitation only - your car must be extremely special - one-offs, rarities and models with incredible backstories.

On display is an impeccable and highly original Ballot 3/8 LC, hidden for many years and only recently rediscovered. It turned out to be even more momentous, as it came to light this Ballot was the exact car that won the first Italian Grand Prix back in 1921. An impeccable piece of motorsport history.

The line-up continues with a collection of fine Italian supercars from Pagani. Concours of Elegance will gather six examples, spanning its near-

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20-year production run.

In total, nearly 1000 cars will gather in the Palace grounds for a number of other features, including the sixth annual Royal Automobile Club Trophy.

The UK’s finest car clubs, from Jaguar, Ferrari, Aston Martin, enter their finest vehicles for an opportunity to win a much-vaunted place among the Main Concours collection of cars in the 2020 event.

A special feature will see a number of Ferrari 166 models – the only car to have won the Le Mans 24 Hours, the Mille Miglia and the Spa 24 Hours races.

Visitors can browse one example of each of its gorgeous masterpieces created in partnership with Aston Martin.

All of these cars provide a unique atmosphere for a whole host of luxury experiences at Concours of Elegance, including three-course luxury picnics, an on-site fine-dining restaurant by Tom Aikens and champagne by the original Champagne Charlie, Charles Heidsieck.

CONCOURS OF ELEGANCE READER OFFER The prestigious event are offering our readers 2 for 1 tickets.

Simply head to www.concoursofelegance.co.uk/ tickets and use the code LIFEVIP to claim your discount.

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TOTALLY THAMEs 2019 ANNOUNCEs FEsTIvAL PROgRAMME sunday 1st – Monday 30th september 2019 top left: newly illuminated london, Cannon street, southwark & Millennium bridges. Photo: illuminated ri

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otally Thames 2019 has announced their 2019 programme exploring the environmental importance and the rich and varied cultural heritage of the capital’s river. The event encourages visitors to participate in artistic, historical and musical events in celebration of this iconic landmark. Its diverse culture and its connection to the rest of the world, Totally Thames 2019 is jam-packed with exciting events bringing together local communities with visitors from across the globe.

Illuminated River Boat Tours, various locations Tue 5th & Tue 10th Sept, 9.15pm – 10pm, Thu 12th & Thu 19th Sept, 9pm – 9.45pm. £4.50-£6.

Join official City Guides and experts from Historic England as they take you on a stunning journey under the newly illuminated London, Cannon Street, Southwark and Millennium Bridges.

Classic Boat Festival, St Katharine Docks, E1W Fri 6th – Sun 8th Sept, various times. Free.

Over 40 beautiful vintage sailing and motor boats will be on show for visitors to explore. There will be a programme of family-fun events including river trips aboard the Thames Sailing Barge Lady Daphne.

Highlights include: Foreshore Festival, Fulham Palace, SW6.

Sun 1st Sept, 11am – 3pm. Free.

Discover London’s past beneath the waves and underneath your feet. Visitors can celebrate the history of Fulham on the river, and get hands on with some of the objects found at the Palace!

Discover London’s Wildlife Secret with ZSL, The Riverside Walkway, 1 London Bridge, SE1.

Sun 1st – Mon 30th Sept.

Join ZSL on a virtual reality journey into the Thames. Peer into ZSL’s VR portal to discover the incredible wildlife. As you ‘swim’ along, you will join ZSL’s conservation team in discovering all the amazing species that call the River Thames home.

RNLI Tower Lifeboat Station Open Days, Lifeboat Pier, WC2R Thu 5th, Fri 13th, Wed 18th & Sun 29th Sept, various times. Free, pre-booked.

The Tower Lifeboat Station is opening up to encourage visitors to learn all about the RNLI’s amazing Lifeboat crew, their important and essential work, and to take a tour of the Station!

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“Discover London’s past beneath the waves and underneath your feet”

Regatta London, Hammersmith – Greenwich and Putney – Big Ben. Sun 29th Sept, 8am. Free.

The Thames’ newest and biggest river extravaganza features kayaks, canoes, stand up paddle boards and rowed boats, racing for environmental causes.

Join in the fun at the start of the race at Putney Riverside Festival, or mid-way through at Shadwell Riverside Festival.

Full details of the Totally Thames 2019 programme can be found online at www.totallythames.org @TotallyThames, #TotallyThames

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London Design Festival announces its 17th Edition: a Citywide Celebration of design

Clockwise from top left: Please be seated, Paul Cocksedge; affinity in autonomy at v&a; iri-descent, liz West; Camille Walala, south Molton street

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ondon Design Festival returns with an inspiring programme of events and installations, bringing together global designers, artists and architects with a vision to celebrate and promote London as the design capital of the world.

This year marks 11 years with the V&A as a collaborating partner and the official Festival hub. The world’s leading museum of art, design and performance will again host specially-commissioned projects by internationally-renowned designers and LDF’s leadership programme, Global Design Forum, which celebrates design with an inspirational line-up of talks, debates, daily tours and workshops.

There will be 10 official Design Districts, each organised locally and independently via the platform of London Design Festival. New for 2019 are Kings Cross Design District and Chelsea Design District, which join design districts in Bankside, Brompton, Clerkenwell, Marylebone, Mayfair, West Kensington, Pimlico Road, Shoreditch Design Triangle and Victoria Connections.

LANDMARK PROJECTs INCLUDE: British designer Paul Cocksedge is transforming Finsbury Avenue Square, Broadgate with: PLEASE BE SEATED. The large-scale installation, fuses innovation and technology, and responds to the changing rhythm of the community: its design features curves for people to sit on and walk under, further enhancing London’s largest pedestrianised neighbourhood.

FEsTIvAL COMMIssIONs INCLUDE: • LIFE LABYRINTH by Patternity will be located at Westminster Cathedral Piazza. The heart of the installation will be based around a giant geometric labyrinth formation, a pattern-based journey proven to have positive health benefits for the user as they meander through the journey to the centre of the piece. Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in the sacred space, amidst the hustle and bustle of London life.

• Iri-Descent by Liz West is a suspended arrangement of 150 skeleton-framework cubes located in the atrium of the historic Fortnum & Mason store in Piccadilly. Clad with dichromatic film in two differing colour-ways, the cubes appear to change colour as visitors move around the atrium and between the floors above and below.

sPECIAL PROJECTs INCLUDE: Camille Walala returns in a characteristically colourful manner. The designer has been commissioned by Grosvenor Britain & Ireland to energise and enliven South Molton Street, in the heart of the West End, with a bold and beautiful family of street furniture. Combining head-turning colour and geometric shapes, the 11 3D sculptural benches of Walala Lounge will give visitors something unexpected to look at – and to sit on.

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presents Falling Sky, a multi-story design-art installation featuring countless deconstructed, frost-like formations, positioned over the heads of its onlookers. The asymmetrical fragments are seemingly frozen in time, offering observers a means to take pause and reflect on the effects of planetary change through global warming.

• Affinity in Autonomy - translating innovation into perceptual experiences is the theme for the creation of this interactive robotic pendulum. The independence and free-will of robotics is portrayed by its random movements. Human presence can be detected and recognition appears from within the kinetic motion, engaging visitors seeking an emotional and physical response.

For further details visit www.londondesignfestival.com #LDF19. Instagram: L_D_F_official.

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SPECIALIST ADVICE & DIVORCE NEIL HEWITT, Director of Financial Planning at Scrutton Bland explains how being a Financial Neutral can benefit everyone involved in divorce proceedings.

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have been actively providing financial advice to divorcing couples for over nineteen years, assisting them in understanding and reaching a division of their financial assets, including pensions and investments. The process will invariably include helping those clients understand the value of those assets today and in the future, post any settlement.

Initially my instructions were received by only one of the parties, husband or wife, and I assisted them in trying to achieve the best possible outcome for them individually. Sometimes we may have been successful in achieving a more favourable outcome for the client being advised, but at other times this just led to a toing and froing between parties causing greater emotional and financial costs. Even where the recommended solution was fair to both parties there would often be a distrust from the other party whom I was not instructed by.

Soon after becoming involved in this type of advice I became a member of Resolution, followed their collaborative divorce training programme and sat their qualifying exams to become a Resolution Accredited IFA. The training was hugely valuable and provided me with a far greater understanding of the legislation and issues divorcing couples are subject to and affected by, and also the whole legal process itself. Following this accreditation, one of the first challenges I faced when working in the collaborative divorce process was that I was required to act as a Financial Neutral.

As a Financial Neutral I was instructed by both parties to the divorce to help them understand and resolve the division of their financial assets and in

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particular their pensions. I recall sitting in my first meeting with both parties and their solicitors around the table, recognising that I did not represent either but was there to help them understand and reach an outcome that was fair to them both.

My biggest challenge was not to apply any bias to either side but to help each party understand the implications of each possible course of action, and to explain the pros and cons of each action to them, such as one course of action being better for the husband but not fair to the wife and vice versa. The ultimate goal would be to reach a fair and reasonable balance in the division of those assets.

It quickly become clear to me that this was a much better approach for all involved. It avoids the positioning that we often see with more litigious approaches. It also helps both parties have faith in an adviser’s strategy as it removes the distrust that the advisers are leaning one way or the other. It can also very much reduce both the emotional and financial costs that would be associated with more drawn out negotiations, as an agreement can be reached round a table.

It seems better to me to try to achieve a fair settlement from outset, rather than positioning to try to get more which only causes the other side to the other extreme and results in a back and forth battle. If we start at a fair offer there is nowhere else to go.

Whilst this approach was specifically designed for the collaborative divorce process, I am pleased to say that this round table approach seems widely accepted today in most divorce scenarios and is certainly an approach that I champion where possible.

My biggest challenge was not to apply any bias to either side but to help each party understand the implications of each possible course of action

THE DETAILS Contact Neil Hewitt APFS, CFPTM at neil.hewitt@scruttonbland.co.uk or Tel 0330 058 6559

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SECRET CINEMA PRESENTS

CASINO ROYALE

Secret Cinema will reveal the world of James Bond at a secret London location

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I6 has been watching you and they think you have what it takes. The world of espionage has changed and they need your help more than ever!

Secret Cinema is here to stay for the summer and is bigger and better than ever before presenting to you Casino Royale. Daniel Craig’s first outing as 007 was the adrenaline kick that the Bond series needed, and you can now experience this first-hand by immersing yourself in the action-packed world of the iconic British spy. Blurring the lines between fiction and reality, you’ll experience the awe-inspiring scenes and locations direct from the film as they’re brought to life before your eyes with numerous actors helping to make you part of the world.

Each actor has a story to tell that invites you into the world, whether that be a bar tender at the Sipsmith bar or a poker player waiting at the roulette table for you, with different sections of the film re-created in front of you and in greater detail than you could ever imagine. But what would a secret mission be without having to dress the part! Suit up and get your glam on in order to save the day by creating your own alias in order to blend in with the world of espionage.

As well as looking the part, you’ll also receive a detailed briefing explaining your target during the night, their location across the event and further classified information that we can’t reveal just now.

But don’t worry if this sounds daunting, you have the chance to operate in the shadows and let your fellow operatives take the lead, or be in the heart of the action where the risk are great, but the rewards are greater. With a range of cocktails (including the classic martini) and a variety of street food available, the event has everything to complete your new secret agent lifestyle.

The time has come to find out if you have what it takes. Secret Cinema presents: Casino Royale will run between Wednesday - Sunday each week until 6 October, with tickets priced between £40 - £175 plus booking fees.

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I hear it’s a wonderful immersive experience, and judging by its past reactions, it’s going to present the film in a way that it’s never been seen before. I can’t wait!

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WHERE SOPHISTICATION & SERENITY MEET P

icture your wedding day where sophistication and serenity meet, where breathtaking gardens hold enchanting secrets around every corner, and where grandeur and seclusion go hand in hand. The magic of Braxted Park is not to be missed.

Tucked away within thousands of acres of parkland, Braxted Park offers a wonderful escape into the Essex countryside. The magnificent manor house sits at the end of a tree-lined drive and provides a remarkable backdrop for your special day. With its enticing Walled Garden boasting colourful flowerbeds, peaceful water features and the most relaxing atmosphere, you’ll struggle to find a more delightful place to celebrate.

Start your day in the blissful Bridal Changing Room.

This secluded space sits in its own courtyard and has everything you could need to primp and preen to your heart’s content. Your partner won’t feel left out either, with plenty of room for preparing in the stylish Garden Cottage.

Where you choose to tie the knot is up to you. Just a few steps from the Bridal Changing Room is the Orangery – a bright, airy and exquisitely decorated room with views over the verdant grounds. Impressive arched windows and hand-painted frescos bring the beautiful gardens inside, no matter what the weather. When the sun is shining however, you can’t beat tying the knot outdoors in the Walled Garden. Say ‘I do’ in this picturesque setting as your guests watch on from the lawn and enjoy the best that the summer has to offer. There’s even a church within the grounds for religious ceremonies too, just a short lakeside stroll away.

After you’ve exchanged your vows, the gardens and grounds are yours to explore. Sip cocktails and sample canapés next to the flowing water fountain, wander through the manicured trees and flowerbeds and discover

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At the top of the Walled Garden, you’ll find the spacious Pavilion – the perfect location for your wedding breakfast and a celebration to remember

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a wealth of secret nooks to capture memorable photographs.

At the top of the Walled Garden, you’ll find the spacious Pavilion – the perfect location for your wedding breakfast and a celebration to remember.

Grand, versatile and neutrally styled, you can make this place your own with whatever theme or colour scheme you like. Dine on the finest food and drink from a great selection of trusted caterers before dancing the night away on the chequerboard dance floor.

When night falls and the music has stopped, nothing can beat retiring to the peace and comfort of the Garden Cottage. Recently refurbished with a chic décor, this private setting is just the place to relax. Enjoy a nightcap in your own secluded garden before sinking into an inviting bed for a well-earned rest. Your loved ones won’t have far to go after the festivities either, with a handful of fantastic converted rooms in the old stable block just a few steps away from the Pavilion.

So if you’re looking for a place filled with magic and grandeur that’s exclusively yours for your most special day, Braxted Park might just be the one. To find out more about this exquisite wedding venue in Essex, visit their website at braxtedparkweddings. co.uk/ or give them a call on 01621 770855.

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A WELCOME ADDITION T

alem Law, a virtual, boutique law firm was established in November 2017 by Mandy Aulak and Sean Kennedy. Although the firm is in its infancy, it has already made great waves by successfully attracting household name clients as well as an award for “Best Disability and Special Needs Law Experts 2019” and Mandy was also recognised as the “Most Inspiring Female Lawyer 2019” by sMEnews.

The story behind the firm is uplifting. Mandy and Sean are both experienced legal practitioners but also parent carers and found that they required flexibility to balance their careers alongside their caring commitments. It was this which led them to set-up Talem Law. Talem Law specialises in employment law (an area that Mandy has been specialising in for over 17 years in a career which started in the city) and Special Educational Needs (SEN) law which is driven by their

passion to help other parents ensure that their children’s SEN are met with the appropriate provision. Mandy and Sean also have a particular expertise in disability discrimination in both employment and education settings which was recently recognised by one of the country’s leading training providers, who asked them to deliver training about how to support autistic employees in the workplace.

Their work has also attracted the attention of radio stations and over the last year you may have heard Mandy speak on LBC, Talk radio, BBC Essex radio and women’s radio station on matters relevant to their practice areas.

Talem Law is a welcome addition to the local legal market. The high-quality and competitive service it delivers, the ability to really empathise with their clients due to their personal and professional experiences, sets this virtual boutique law firm apart.

Mandy and Sean’s ability to really empathise with their clients, sets this virtual boutique law firm apart THE DETAILS Find out more by visiting www.talemlaw.co.uk or calling 0203 011 2001 22 AUGUST 2019

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WHAT A BUSY SUMMER AT OAK-TREE SCHOOLS!

Oaklands performing ‘Let the Games Begin’

We take a look back at the Summer Term’s highlights that took place outside the classroom at the Oak-Tree Group of Schools - four local independent schools in the Epping Forest area that take pride in the wealth of opportunities they provide.

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t Braeside School in Buckhurst Hill, parents in the Juniors were delighted with the fantastic showcase of ‘Beauty and the Beast’ that pupils performed recently. The Year 3, 4, and 5 pupils were confident and funny, and had the audience laughing throughout. Many trips have been taking place too, such as the day trip to the Capital for the London Eye and a Thames River cruise, and the residential visit to Lambourne End. Year 10 Duke of Edinburgh participants in the Seniors worked hard over a long weekend learning camp craft, first aid, orienteering and developing team skills. All this added to the Sports Day and Prize Days at the end of term.

At Epping’s Coopersale Hall, pupils in Years 3 to 6 put on a fantastic performance of ‘Cinderella Rockerfella’. With a challenging script, the pupils performed, acted, danced and sang confidently to packed audiences of families and friends. Younger children took part in the ‘Tiddly Prom’ instrumental concert and trips were organised for many year groups including the pupils from Years 4 to 6 who took a fun-packed day trip to France where they learned how to make sweets and enjoyed a boat cruise. This year’s Sports Day took place in the glorious sunshine and parents gathered in the marquee for the Prize Day and Early Years Celebration of the Year.

Normanhurst School in North Chingford organised a very impressive annual Summer Music Concert in which a large number of pupils performed a wide variety of individual and group instrumental and vocal pieces to their friends and families. Sports Day took place again at the modern Lee Valley Athletics Centre, whilst visits 24 AUGUST 2019

were organised to locations such as London Zoo, a spectacular ‘Floating Classroom’ on a barge in Paddington that offered an imaginative, engaging and fun learning experience, Legoland and the Emirates Aviation Museum. The grand finale was Speech Day at Chingford Assembly Hall with 500 pupils and families celebrating the pupils’ achievements.

As well as providing educational visits, such as to the Olympic Park, Paradise Wildlife Park, Kentwell House and a residential trip to the Young Mariners’ Base in Hertfordshire, Loughton’s Oaklands School organised a number of other activities including a visit to Crucial Crew for a workshop that covered some topics such as fire and road safety. The older pupils worked very hard on a hilarious production of ‘Let the Games Begin’ at Lopping Hall in Loughton. Both the Early Years Celebration of the Year and the Year 1-6 Prize Giving celebrated the children’s achievements in a marquee on the field, and Sports Day had a number of budding Olympic athletes on show.

Group Principal Matthew Hagger comments, “The Summer Term has been so busy with opportunities for the children across the Group. Of course our main focus is always on the children’s academic education, but running alongside the classroom-based lessons has been our huge programme of extra-curricular clubs, visits, creative experience days and performances to parents. With the various instrumental proms, recitals, productions and concerts, their learning experiences have been enhanced by performing. Our special events have been extraordinary this year, ranging from weekend fetes to formal Speech Days.”

The spectacular ‘Floating Classroom’ on a barge in Paddington offered an imaginative, engaging and fun learning experience

THE DETAILS More information about the extra-curricular activities can be seen at: www.oaktreeschools.co.uk

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Girls and Boys 2½ to 11 | 020 8508 3517

Girls and Boys 2½ to 16 | 020 8529 4307

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Tue 1 Oct 9.15am Wed 2 Oct 9.15am Wed 2 Oct 6pm Thurs 3 Oct 9.15am Thurs 3 Oct 6pm Fri 4 Oct 9.15am

Contact the schools directly to book a place For more information www.oaktreeschools.co.uk

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SOUTHAMPTON INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW 2019 Returns Friday 13 September - Sunday 22 September Indulge your passions… just add water

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outhampton International Boat Show, powered by Borrow A Boat, is Britain’s biggest festival of boating, with an exceptional line up of interactive attractions, the latest innovations, world launches and experts galore.

Set against a stunning backdrop of some of the world’s most luxurious and innovative boats, the Show boasts Europe’s largest purpose-built marina hosting thousands of guests and businesses over an action-packed 10 days.

This is their 51st Show and will once again showcase everything you need to enjoy time in, on or around water with expert advice and plenty of opportunities to get afloat!

Featuring live music, interactive attractions and the latest technological innovations, it offers visitors the perfect opportunity to indulge their passion

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for the water while meeting like-minded people.

Whether you’re a water sports enthusiast, boating beginner or a seasoned pro, there is something for everyone. With a host of beautifully designed boats and products from over 600 global marine brands, 2019 will be the biggest Show yet!

Key features at this year’s Show include: • Try-a-Boat – come aboard and glide through the waters in a high-speed RIB or float across the Solent under sail.

• Ocean Scene Mini Cruise – fully equipped with sundecks and bars, the Ocean Scene is the Show’s very own mini cruise ship • Andark Try-a-Dive – if you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to breathe underwater, the Andark Trya-Dive tank is your opportunity to experience

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a whole new world • Radio Sailing Pool –all visitors are invited to race their very own Dragon 65 yacht alongside other models, competing against family and friends in this hugely popular shore-based activity • Get Afloat – from dinghy sailing to paddle boarding, try something new or sharpen your existing watersports skills with the expertise of the Rockley Watersports team on hand • A practical boating stage – for both beginners and enthusiasts, meet some of the biggest sailing personalities and learn skills first-hand ahead of your next nautical adventure • Virtual Sailing – in partnership with the Royal Yachting Association (RYA), experience the thrill of competing against other visitors and users from around the world in a virtual reality experience to see if you’ve got what it takes • Rum & Gin Bar – relax and unwind with a rum or gin cocktail, tasting opportunities and demonstrations on offer • Seaside Storytime Ship – Listen to magical stories of on the water adventures and join readers from Southampton’s libraries There is so much to see and do. From kayaks to catamarans, SUPS to superyachts, there’s a boat for everyone. Find yours and more at this year’s Show! Book your tickets today and start planning your visit! General Tickets start from £16.50.

Concessions and Group discounts available.

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Enjoy the show your way with a new range of hospitality and upgraded ticket options which include event admission through the viP entrance at the iconic Kutis building:

Lounge With access to an airport-style VIP guest lounge and complimentary light refreshments throughout the day, the Lounge ticket will kick start your visit and provide an oasis whilst you catch your breath and contemplate which part of the Show to see next. Access to the VIP Lounge in Kuti’s and complimentary light refreshments all day* Mon-Thurs: £ 45.00. Fri-Sun: £ 55.00

Quarterdeck Club Raise the bar further and lunch in style at the all new Quarterdeck Club restaurant overlooking Europe’s largest purpose-built show marina. With access to an airport-style VIP guest lounge and complimentary light refreshments throughout the day. One meal voucher for the Quarterdeck catering area (valid for one main course and one beverage of your choosing) Mon-Thurs: £ 65.00. Fri-Sun: £ 75.00

Captain’s Club Push the boat out with our new Captain’s Club ticket and enjoy a first-class day at the Show. As 28 AUGUST 2019

well as use of the special VIP guest lounge with complimentary light refreshments throughout your visit, you’ll also be able to enjoy a sumptuous fine dining experience at our exclusive Captain’s Club restaurant, which overlooks the Show.

Mon-Thurs: £85.00. Fri-Sun: £95.00

Captain’s Club + Power No visit to Southampton International Boat Show powered by Borrow A Boat is complete without getting out on the water. Set sail for a quick trip around the Solent to feel the wind in your hair on one of their carefully selected craft and see the Show from a very different perspective! The Captain’s Club + Sail ticket also includes the fine dining experience in our exclusive Captain’s Club restaurant and complimentary light refreshments in the VIP guest lounge throughout your visit.

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CHRISTIE’S PRESENTS BANKSY THIS SEPTEMBER and sold. Kissing Coppers (2004) was taken from the wall of a Brighton pub and sold for $575,000 in Miami in 2014.

Banksy no longer sells photographs or reproductions of his street graffiti, but his public “installations” are regularly resold or auctioned. A small number of Banksy’s works are officially, nonpublicly, sold through Pest Control.

There exists a cult-like following for the artist, heightened by the ambiguity of his identity. . Banksy is regarded as a British cultural icon, with young adults from abroad naming the artist among a group of people that they most associate with UK culture, alongside William Shakespeare, Queen Elizabeth II, David Beckham, The Beatles, J. K. Rowling, Elton John, and Adele.

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etween 16th - 24th September, Christie’s are holding a dedicated online auction of Banksy prints, titled Banksy: I can’t believe you morons actually buy this shIt in homage to the artist’s Morons screen print. The source image of the work is a photograph of the record-breaking sale of Van Gogh’s Sunflowers at Christie’s in 1987, with Van Gogh’s canvas replaced

by Banksy’s text. The sale is led by an extremely rare artist’s proof of Girl with Balloon (Gold).

But who is Banksy?

An anonymous England-based street artist, political activist, and film director, active since the 1990s. His name and identity remain unconfirmed and the subject of speculation. His works of political and social commentary have been featured on streets, walls, and bridges of cities throughout the world.

His work started appearing in London around 2004. By the late 2000s the art world had caught up with Banksy’s popular appeal, with many of his works removed from their original public settings

About Christies The world’s oldest fine art auctioneer, has sold fine art, furniture, jewellery and wine since James Christie conducted the first sale in London on 5 December 1766. Ever since Christie’s has continued to provide the perfect backdrop for the sales of the world’s finest collections and greatest works of art before their auction.

Christie’s, 8 King Street, St. James’s, London SW1Y 6QT Tel: +44 (0)20 7839 9060. www.christies.com

Far left: banksy, Morons (sepia), screenprint in colours, 2007, signed. Estimated £12,000-18,000 Left: banksy, stop and search, screenprint in colours, 2007, signed. Estimated £20,000-£30,000 Above: banksy, choose your weapon (Magenta, screenprint in colours, 2010, signed.

Estimated £30,000-£50,000

Previous Banksy auctions at Christies have included:

noLA Estimate £40,000 to £60,000. sold for £90,000

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no bALL gAMEs Estimate £20,000 to £30,000. sold for £35,000

FLYing coPPEr Estimate £15,000 to £25,000. sold for £40,000.

grAnniEs Estimate £10,000 to £ 30,000. sold for £35,000

OUT & ABOUT

with Brendan Murphy, exhibiting at Maddox Gallery

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rendan Murphy is a world-renowned artist who continues to push the walls of creativity beyond the confines of the canvas. Consistently experimenting with sculpture, concept pieces, and a wide range of different materials and tools, Murphy’s talent lies in his ability in balancing these various elements of exploration against the backdrop of his greatest inspirations; formulas, equations, relationships and the spectrum of human emotion.

Coinciding with the 50th anniversary of man landing on the moon, Murphy’s Boonji Spaceman series examines the magic of exploration both in a personal and spatial sense. The spaceman, according to Murphy, is the perfect embodiment of the human desire to look ahead and venture beyond boundaries; encouraging viewers to embrace the unknown and be present in the moment – which in Murphy’s eyes is the purest form of existence.

‘what is the formula for falling in love?’ How do we arrive at these feelings? That’s what I’m trying to work out in my art.

Which artists have influenced you?

Francis Bacon, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Jackson Pollock, my friend Eric Fischl, Willem De Kooning, Picasso.

You have recently just launched your own app Boonji – does technology influence your art?

I would say my interest in technology is directly related to how technology helps us to communicate.

With my app ‘Boonji,’ it allows you to communicate with people in a new way - you choose the emotion you are feeling, and the algorithm will create a one-off formula. The app is specifically designed to help somebody share a feeling. Say you type in the word ‘kindness’ - the algorithm will create a formula equalling kindness and you can edit the formulas until you feel it really suits the person, then you can send it. I feel good that it’s out there for people to use and I think it’s a wonderful extension of my artwork.

“I began experimenting with different materials and formats; learning about art history etc.

That’s how it all began” Can you tell us about your journey as an artist?

I come from an Irish-Italian family in Boston and if you said you were a painter, that meant you painted homes. I didn’t come from a community where you would say I am going to be an artist so realising that I was a creative person later on in my life was actually a very tough realisation for me to have.

When I was young, I was a professional basketball and then after a few years I ended up in New York working as a trader on Wall Street. I was fortunate that I had friends who were very famous painters – Eric Fischl, David Salle and Robert Bleckner. I left finance and essentially got a crash course with them - two or three of the best painters in the world - and from there, I began experimenting with different materials and formats; learning about art history etc.

That’s how it all began.

Why do you incorporate formulas in your work?

I started writing formulas just trying to figure out my own emotions. They also took up a lot of space on the canvas and they had an interesting look to them – they jumped off the background. Now they’re an integral part of my work. The irony of the formulas is we’re all trying to figure out the answer, but they don’t make any sense our feelings, they come and go. The formulas are abstract because there is no real answer. It’s fun trying to figure out ‘what is the formula for infatuation?’ Or

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What do you see for your future?

I’m constantly experimenting, and I always want to push myself creatively and try new things because I’m a big believer in embracing the unknown. I think we should always try push ourselves forward and take the next step. That’s what my Boonji Spaceman series is all about. People think the sculptures are about space but they’re not - they’re about the step the spacemen are taking. The step into the unknown. I’m not sure what my future holds but I know I’ll keep stepping forward, creating work and continuing to experiment with different materials and technology. www.maddoxgallery.com @maddoxgallery @brendanmurphyart

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Goldfinger was the third film in the James Bond series and the first featuring the Aston Martin DB5.

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LADY IN RED A SPLASH OF COLOUR Fizz Goes Pop is the colourful brainchild of Lizzie Iafrate, a creative with a penchant for all things colourful and shiny, there is in fact every chance she was a magpie in a past life. Her background in graphic design pokes through into everything she does, be it wearable art in the form of juicy mirror perspex jewellery or her beautifully bold monogram and letter plaques. Her work is designed for ALL, not just colour lovers and not just women. In fact her mission is to make her art accessibly enjoyed by all people and for there to be no boundaries for who it is worn and used by. www.fizzgoespop.com

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MIRROR MIRROR… This pretty Fox Badger pocket mirror featuring the Foxley Wood illustration is 3 inches diameter, so it’s the perfect size mirror for being small enough for your bag but big enough to see what you’re doing! These also make great gifts and favours for any occasion and perfect stocking fillers if you are already thinking ahead to Christmas. www.kraftspace.co.uk 44 AUGUST 2019

We love this Polly Red Gipsy Dress from Dollydagger. www.dollydagger.com

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TIME TO TRAVEL IN STYLE A pretty perfect, playful pouch designed by Elizabeth Scarlett.

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A HISTOrY of the

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The bikini. While it’s a holiday essential now, life hasn’t always been so simple for the humble two-piece. In fact, it’s got quite the history.

What started off as the ultimate in scandalous dressing was slowly accepted, at first by Europe and eventually across the pond in the US too, eventually ending up the beachfront fixture that it is today.

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n 1913, 13 years after women were first allowed to compete in the Olympics, the first two-piece bathing costume was designed in a bid to improve performance.

It was basically just a tight vest and shorts, but eyebrows were still raised due to the previously unseen tight fit.

During the 1930s and 1940s in Europe, fabric rationing means that women started to wear a split bathing suit. Film stars including Ava Gardner, Rita Hayworth, and Lana Turner were all wearing the two-piece, and it was seen frequently on American beaches. However, showing the belly button was still unchartered territory!

On July 5 1946, the bikini as we know it today was born. Inspired by seeing women in St Tropez rolling up their swimsuits to get a better tan, engineer Louis Réard designed the first bikini.

He named his design ‘bikini’ after Bikini Atoll, where post-war testing on the atomic bomb was happening. His reasoning? Réard hoped that his invention would be as explosive as the testing was.

It certainly was and initially, no models would wear his design – it was the first garment to ever expose the belly button and this was considered seriously scandalous. The two piece was banned from the 1951 London Miss World Competition as the one-piece still reigned supreme. The bikini was later also banned in Belgium, Italy, Spain and

Australia, and was declared sinful by the Vatican.

In 1959, Kirk Douglas was spotted frolicking on the beach in Cannes with actress Bridgette Bardot who had boldly chosen a bikini as her beachwear. Bardot was seen from that moment as part responsible for popularising the bikini.

However, America still wasn’t keen and Anne Cole, a US swimsuit designer, said about a Bardot bikini, “It’s nothing more than a G-string. It’s at the razor’s edge of decency.”

Also in 1959, the mayor of Benidorm convinced Spain’s General Franco to legalise the bikini to draw more tourists to the town – he agreed and Benidorm joins Cannes as key in popularising the bikini. Marilyn Monroe confirmed the trend, appearing in a bikini in a number of photoshoots during the 1950s.

Despite the National Legion of Decency pressuring Hollywood to keep bikinis from being featured in Hollywood movies, bikini history was made in 1962 when Ursela Andress emerged from the sea playing Honey Rider in the James Bond film Dr. No. Also in the 1960s the bikini made it’s Playboy debut but early American bikinis tried to cover up the belly button and when modelled in magazines, the belly button was airbrushed out.

Seriously.

In 1964, America finally buckled and Sports Illustrated featured Berlin-born fashion model Babette March on the cover wearing a white bikini.

For better or for worse, we’ve come a long way since the bathing dress and, for that, most women are thankful.

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Holiday Beauty T

aking make-up away when you travel is fraught with risks. Will your beloved Ruby Woo lippie melt in the heat? Will that tube of BB cream explode in your luggage? Will your favourite Huda Beauty highlighter smash and cover everything else in a fine dusting of holographic powder?

Plus, when you add it all up, that stuff is heavy, and no one wants to have to pay for excess baggage or - heaven forbid - downsize at the check-in desk. We can’t solve all these conundrums, unfortunately, but one way to take the hassle out of packing for a summer trip is with a make-up palette. With a range of brands now offering customisable trays, you can curate your perfect holiday kit, or choose from the season’s coolest new edits for eyes and cheeks.

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1. Misslyn Travel Kit All In One Teint Palette, £14.50, Beauty Bay Housed in an adorable Parisian-themed palette, this great value skin-enhancing quartet features bronzer, highlighter, blush and fixing powder, making it ideal for trips to humid destinations.

It’s available in two shades, peachy Globetrotter for warm-toned complexions and Jetsetter for cool tones.

2. Make Beauty Nude Palette, £32, Net-aPorter An expert does-it-all edit from NYC-based brand Make, the Nude Palette features eight eyeshadows in neutral tones (half matte, half shimmering) plus a pair of sheer cream colours in pink and coral, that can be used on your lips or cheeks.

3. Revolution Pro Colour Focus Palette in Black Earth & Stone, £12 All of Revolution’s eyeshadow palettes come with round pans that snap in and out, so you can tailor the selection to suit your trip. The gorgeous metallic and pinky hues of the new Earth & Stone palette are ideal for a romantic Mediterranean getaway, but you might want to swap in some brighter shades if you’re heading for a week of partying in Ibiza with your girl gang.

4. Guerlain Terracotta Contour & Glow Palette, £45, Escentual Guerlain’s bronzers are second to none and this chic compact contains everything you need to enhance your holiday glow,

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combining matte contour and bronzing powder with shimmering rose blush and highlighter.

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6. Benecos It Pieces Refillable Makeup Palette in Freaking Hot, £26.45, Pravera With the new It Pieces collection from affordable eco brand Benecos, you start with an empty palette (£5.65) then fill it with interchangeable refills, choosing from pressed powder, contour, blush, highlighter, bronzer and eyeshadow. Can’t decide what to go for? There are also two pre-filled palettes, the warm-toned Freaking Hot and cooltoned Pretty Cold.

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five steps to perfect Legs How to get legs worth showing off inclining surface – this will boost your metabolism, burn fat and tone your thighs.

exfoLiate and de-fuzz Before you start your hair removal regime, remember to exfoliate first. While you take a bath or shower, apply an exfoliating leg scrub (or mix sugar and olive oil together for a natural, pursefriendly option) and scrub your skin in a circular motion. Do this to open your pores and sloth off dead skin cells before carrying out your hair removal regime – this minimises the risk of ingrowing hairs. Say hello to smooth, sexy legs!

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Get perfect pins to be proud of with our top leg-toning exercises and leg-enhancing beauty tricks. We’ve got the only five tips you need to get legs to rival Angelina Jolie so take note and then prepare to bare, ladies!

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Leg-beautifying exercises The first step to perfect pins is toning them up.

Perfectly smooth, moisturised legs probably look great but perfectly smooth, moisturised and toned legs will look even better. The best way to achieve this? Squats, leg lifts and good old fashioned walking.

What and how?

• Squats – for hips, glutes, quads and hamstrings Place your feet a little wider than shoulder-width apart with your feet facing forward and extend your arms out in front of you with your palms to the ground. Inhale into your stomach and start moving your hips back while slowly bending your knees.

As your bottom sticks out, make sure you keep a straight back with your shoulders upright. Exhale as you reach the ground and then rise up again, using the strength of your legs and core to support you.

• Leg lifts – for mainly the thighs and bum Lay down on your right side on top of an exercise mat or carpeted surface and rest your right elbow on the ground. Take a deep breath and then exhale as you move your left leg up towards the sky as high as you can. Repeat on your other side and do two sets per day for optimum results.

• Walking – for inner and outer thighs and fat burning Walking is the perfect leg toning exercise if you favour cardiovascular work over strength training.

For maximum results, walk up a hill or another

Cellulite manifests itself onto the pins of even the skinniest catwalk models and experts say that around 90% of us have it (lucky 10%!). The ‘orange peel’ effect is caused by fat deposits just below the surface of our skin, causing the skin’s surface to appear dimply and uneven. The gold standard treatment for getting rid of cellulite?

Dry body brushing. By sweeping over your skin up towards your heart with a firm body brush on a daily basis, you stimulate the lymphatic system to disperse the fatty pockets built up under the skin. This takes dedication as you will need to repeat your body brushing routine daily but the result is soft legs with less dimples. Resistance training and cardio workouts are great exercises to blast the cellulite if you decide to go down the training route or – if you’re looking for a quick temporary fix – fake tan can dramatically reduce the appearance of cellulite.

Moisturise After all of that exfoliating, hair-removing and dry body-brushing, the next step on our road to perfect pins is of course moisturisation. We don’t just mean you should slap some moisturiser on and call it a day – invest in a good body oil to apply while you’re showering or bathing as this will give your legs a much needed moisture-boost. Once you’ve finished showering, pat your legs dry and apply a moisturiser that’s right for your skin type. By applying your moisturiser when your legs are still slightly damp, it’s easier for the lotion to sink in.

perfect Legs, step 5: naturaL-Looking tan There’s no doubting that a bronzed glow can make you feel healthier, sexier and thinner and what better way to achieve this look than with a fake tan? Not only are UV rays harmful to your skin, a natural tan from the sun can also be a timeconsuming process. Instead, use a fake tan such as the Dove Summer Glow build-up moisturiser.

This keeps your legs hydrated and smooth while covering minor imperfections and adding a sunkissed glow to your pins.

Beautiful!

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INTERIORs seek inspire Create Part of the new series this new collection explores the coastal landscapes & botanics of Sri Lanka. Hand embroidery sits delicately on linen weave, organza and handwoven fabrics. www.etsy.com/uk/shop/ ovobloom

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Katy Clemmans joins Wallsauce.com with a beautiful floral watercolour mural collection. Discovered in Wallsauce. com’s recent competition to find the next best creatives, Katy was a favoured runner-up with her delicate, floral designs.

Featuring clever watercolour blends and simple silhouettes, these uber-stylish designs are perfect for pretty much any room in need of a statement wall. Nominated for a TV ‘craft’ BAFTA, in the Graphic Design category for her work on the BBC Sport title sequence for the Athens Olympics, Katy works across both print and screen-based media. www.wallsauce.com

metalliC maDness sCanDinese We love metallic furniture, mirrors and home decor! Melody Maison boast a stylish collection of Gold, Silver and Copper toned home accessories, so check out their collection now! www.melodymaison.co.uk

tHe neW blaCk Joining the iconic Chalk Paint™ by Annie Sloan collection of mixable decorative paints, Athenian Black offers a velvety matt finish and can be applied to almost any surface including furniture, walls and floors without priming or sanding. www.anniesloan.com 52 AUGUST 2019

Japan and Scandinavia are superpowers when it comes to style and, while miles apart geographically, their aesthetics share a close connection that’s influenced by sleek silhouettes and authentic materials. Co-existing with a mutual respect, the Scandinese trend from Oak Furnitureland is a serene union that brings the best of both worlds to your home. www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk

autumn COlOurs

Autumn is soon to be upon us, and you know what that means!

It’s time to dress our homes in essential plush blankets and warm burnt orange hues to curate a delectable warm and cosy cove of autumn goodness to snuggle up in. Hurn & Hurn have prepared us for the temperature drop with a variety of products that will have your house radiating, ‘Autumn vibes’ all season long. www.hurnandhurn.com

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Whether taking on a complete revamp with building work and joinery, re-decorating, or purchasing a bespoke piece of furniture, the team of specialists at House of Interiors are involved in every aspect from consultation, concept and design, through to build, production and fitting. Giving you total confidence that they will create your perfect living space, to your taste and budget. From Bespoke sofas, footstools, occasional chairs, made to measure curtains and blinds, lighting, accessories, complete home cinema transformations and beyond.

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Contemporary or traditional, practical and well designed pieces are crucial in achieving the perfect kitchen and dining spaces. From bespoke curved bench seating and dining furniture, to mirrored walls, elegant lighting and a full range of window treatments including shutters and electric blinds, House of Interiors, are able to make any kitchen and dining space fabulous yet functional, to suit your lifestyle, budget and property.

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Creating the perfect bedroom with the clever use of colours, textures and lighting, is an easy task for House of Interiors. They provide beautiful bespoke beds, luxury bedroom furniture, fitted wardrobes, mirrored and padded walls, lighting, carpets and accessories, achieving a look that will turn your dreams into reality.

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FEvER romantic Jungle Wallpapers by andrea haase

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ungle vibes have been the talk of interiors for a few seasons now, but Wallsauce.com’s latest designer collection introduces romantic tones to update the jungle look.

Keen traveller and inspiring illustrator, Andrea Haase is one of the latest talents to join the designer wallpaper collection at Wallsauce.com. Discovered in its recent competition to find the next best creatives, Andrea was a favoured runner-up with her layered, jungle designs.

Featuring vintage-style maps underneath intricately illustrated jungle scenes, these impactful wall murals have a delicate romantic feel to them.

Made to your dimensions and available on a choice of wallpaper materials, discover the full Andrea Haase collection at www.wallsauce.com.

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BATHROOMS maKinG me BlusH We love these tiles from Claybrook Studio. Hayek Hex Blush tiles shown on the wall, Renzo Hex tiles shown on the floor with Charon MarbleForm freestanding bath. www.claybrookstudio.co.uk

Form meets Functionality

Part of the Holborn collection. Beautifully combining form and function with sumptuous styling, this exquisite model is twin-skinned and double-ended with a traditional bateau-style shape. Available in classic white or statement graphite, complete the opulent feel with an optional plinth in black, white or brass for a truly centre-stage look. www.frontlinebathrooms.co.uk

urBan interiors

Doblo Polished Porcelain represents the pinnacle of urban interior style, oozing understated finesse thanks to these tiles’ rectified edges and sleek polished finish. We love these tiles from Tile Mountain. They are massively on-trend right now, with rectified edges for clean, sleek look.

Their large format means less tiles used and therefore a quicker installation process. Long lasting and durable construction, also suitable for commercial installations. www.tilemountain.co.uk

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sHower in style

Merlyn’s Arysto quadrant door is truly one of a kind, the smoothest gliding quadrant door on the market. This door is the ultimate luxury solution for a Bijoux bathroom. Bespoke options available, lifetime guarantee. www.merlynshowering.com

miDcentury moDern Break with the norm and embrace a fresh take on iconic, Midcentury Modern design. It features a classic 1950s vintage design offset finished in a soothing oak and matt white blend.

Boasting an innovative, wall-mounted design that’s perfect for increasing the illusion of space in narrow areas.

Perfect for anyone looking for creative and retro-inspired bathroom furniture. www.frontlinebathrooms.co.uk

scanDinaVian luXury Lapuan Kankurit is a Finnish jacquard linen and wool weaving mill, where weaving skills, production technology and material know-how have been refined into excellence within the same family since 1917.

Sold around the world through renowned and independent retailers, Lapuan Kankurit is one of the finest Scandinavian brands of contemporary, high quality soft furnishings. www.lapuankankurit.fi

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And it now delivers to the USA including a free shipping option - perfect for the discerning American shopper who wants high-quality British craftsmanship products in their lives but can’t access them locally.

From 200-year-old brands on the Queen’s own Royal Warrant to 2-year-old brands with a right royal future - they are all lovingly created in Great Britain and curated only at SirGordonBennett.com.

Buy yourself a Fox Umbrella which was a firm favourite of JFK and supply the Peaky Blinders TV show for authenticity. Or an ACME whistle that created the First Mate whistles for the fateful Titanic. Treat your lady to a Kent Brush who have been making brushes since 1777 and hold 9 Royal Warrants. Or delve into the delights of the modern apothecary offered by Haeckels of Margate, unique products made from hand-harvested seaweed on the Kent coast. There is a wealth of quality products and amazing stories and histories to be told in the 34 carefully selected brands that SirGordonBennett.

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At SirGordonBennett.com all of the products it sells have to fulfil 4 cascading pillars. 1: Look beautiful, because no one deserves ugly in their lives. 2: Made well, so they last longer, thus have less of an impact on the planet’s resources. 3: Do the job intended, otherwise why would people want them in their lives. 4: Be made in Great Britain, as we believe in the innate skills of the craftsmen and women of Britain.

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OLLARDS GROVE, LOUGHTON FIVE DOUBLE BEDROOM DETACHED HOUSE £1,495,000 A STUNNING AND SPACIOUS FIVE DOUBLE BEDROOM DETACHED FAMILY HOME JUST A SHORT WALK TO LOUGHTON’S CENTRAL LINE STATION AND SOUGHT-AFTER SCHOOLS SPACIOUS LOUNGE, DINING ROOM AND AMAZING FITTED KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM MANY ORIGINAL FEATURES WITH HIGH CEILINGS, ORNATE COVINGS AND PICTURE RAILS LARGE MASTER BEDROOM WITH EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM AND FITTED WARDROBES THIS PROPERTY HAS PLANNING PERMISSION TO DEVELOP ANOTHER FLOOR

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ROLLS PARK, HIGH ROAD, CHIGWELL £4,999,995

ROLLS PARK, HIGH ROAD, CHIGWELL £3,750,000

NINE BEDROOM DETACHED HOUSE

SIX BEDROOM DETACHED HOUSE

• OVER 8,000 SQ FEET OF AMAZING LIVING SPACE • SPECTACULAR OPEN PLAN BESPOKE KITCHEN-BREAKFAST-FAMILY ROOM • ANNEXE GAMES ROOM WITH TWO BEDROOMS • SET IN OVER ONE ACRE OF GATED LANDSCAPED GROUNDS

• SET IN A SECURE AND PRIVATE GATED LOCATION • HUGE LIVING ROOM, LARGE DINING ROOM AND TELEVISION ROOM • SPACIOUS MASTER BEDROOM WITH EN-SUITE & DRESSING ROOM • AMAZING SOUTH-WEST FACING LANDSCAPED GARDEN

COOPERSALE STREET, EPPING £1,895,000

CLARENCE GATE, REPTON PARK £1,849,995

FOUR BEDROOM DETACHED HOUSE

FIVE BEDROOM DETACHED HOUSE

• GRADE II LISTED PROPERTY OVER 3,400 SQ FT IN SIZE • BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED THROUGHOUT AND CHAIN FREE • BESPOKE FITTED KITCHEN BREAKFAST ROOM, PLAYROOM & GYM • LANDSCAPED SOUTH FACING GARDEN WITH STUNNING VIEWS

• BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED THROUGHOUT AND CHAIN FREE • SPACIOUS LOUNGE, DINING ROOM, STUDY AND GUEST CLOAKROOM • DOUBLE INTEGRAL GARAGE WITH REMOTE CONTROLLED DOORS • CURRENT PLANNING OBTAINED TO DEVELOP FURTHER

HIGH MEAD, CHIGWELL £1,795,000

SPARELEAZE HILL, LOUGHTON £1,775,000

FIVE BEDROOM LINK DETACHED HOUSE

FIVE BEDROOM DETACHED HOUSE

• CHAIN FREE GRADE II LISTED HOME FULL OF CHARM AND CHARACTER • SET IN A PEACEFUL SETTING JUST A SHORT WALK TO CHIGWELL STATION & SHOPS • THIS STUNNING HOME IS OVER 2,900 SQUARE FEET OF FINE LIVING SPACE • WITH A HUGE AND BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED SOUTH FACING REAR GARDEN

• CHAIN-FREE SPACIOUS HOME CLOSE TO LOUGHTON STATION • OVER 3,460 SQUARE FEET OF LIVING ACCOMMODATION • STUNNING SOUTH FACING LANDSCAPED GARDEN 145’ x 60’ • LARGE PLOT WITH EXCELLENT POTENTIAL TO DEVELOP STPP

The Coach House, 201 High Road, Chigwell, Essex IG7 5BJ Tel: 020 8340 8833 | Mobile: 07958 664544 www.johnthoma.co.uk

CHESTER ROAD, CHIGWELL £1,465,000

ALBION PARK, LOUGHTON £1,349,995

SIX BEDROOM DETACHED HOUSE

FIVE BEDROOM DETACHED HOUSE

• BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED THROUGHOUT • SPACIOUS LOUNGE, FAMILY ROOM AND STUDY • EN-SUITE AND DRESSING ROOM TO MASTER BEDROOM • SHORT WALK TO CHIGWELL STATION AND AMENITIES

• OVER 2,600 SQUARE FEET OF EXCELLENT LIVING SPACE • ZONED UNDER FLOOR HEATING TO ALL THE GROUND FLOOR ROOMS • BI-FOLDING DOORS TO LARGE LANDSCAPED REAR GARDEN • IMMACULATELY PRESENTED THROUGHOUT AND CHAIN FREE

GRANGE CRESCENT, CHIGWELL £1,150,000

THE BOULEVARD, REPTON PARK PRICE ON APPLICATION

FOUR BEDROOM SEMI-DETACHED HOUSE

FIVE BEDROOM TERRACED HOUSE

• A BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED SPACIOUS AND STUNNING FOUR BEDROOM HOME • JUST A SHORT WALK TO THE CENTRAL LINE STATION AND LOCAL AMENITIES • A SPACIOUS GYM / OUTBUILDING WITH POWER, HEATING AND LIGHTING • LARGE SOUTH FACING LANDSCAPED REAR GARDEN WITH A BREEZE HUT

• A CHAIN-FREE SPACIOUS FIVE DOUBLE BEDROOM TOWN HOUSE • THE PROPERTY IS BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED THROUGHOUT • 24 HOUR CONCIERGE, SHORT WALK TO VIRGIN HEALTH AND LEISURE FACILITIES • SPACIOUS INTEGRAL GARAGE AND DRIVEWAY WITH PARKING SEVERAL CARS

SANDS WAY, WOODFORD GREEN £1,100,000

BARNABY WAY, CHIGWELL £1,050,000

FIVE BEDROOM LINK DETACHED HOUSE

THREE BEDROOM DETACHED HOUSE

• DECEPTIVELY SPACIOUS FIVE BEDROOM HOME • BEAUTIFULLY FINISHED & PRESENTED THROUGHOUT • HUGE LOUNGE / DINING ROOM WITH BI-FOLD DOORS • STUNNING SOUTHERLY ASPECT LANDSCAPED GARDEN

• EXCELLENT POTENTIAL TO EXTEND STPP • 21’ LOUNGE, 17’ DINING ROOM & 20’ FAMILY ROOM • KITCHEN/ BREAKFAST ROOM & SEPARATE UTILITY ROOM • 20’ GYMNASIUM / STORAGE ROOM

The Coach House, 201 High Road, Chigwell, Essex IG7 5BJ Tel: 020 8340 8833 | Mobile: 07958 664544 www.johnthoma.co.uk

GRANGE CRESCENT, CHIGWELL £999,999

TURPINS LANE, WOODFORD GREEN £925,000

MANOR ROAD, CHIGWELL £899,995

FOUR BEDROOM SEMI-DETACHED HOUSE

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TWO BEDROOM DETACHED BUNGALOW

• THIS IS A CHAIN FREE PROPERTY

• CLOSE TO SOUGHT AFTER SCHOOLS AND AMENITIES

• CHAIN FREE DETACHED TWO DOUBLE BEDROOM BUNGALOW

• LARGE BESPOKE FITTED KITCHEN BREAKFAST ROOM

• SPACIOUS LOUNGE, STUDY AND UTILITY ROOM

• EXCELLENT SCOPE TO DEVELOP SUBJECT TO PLANNING PERMISSION

• MASTER BEDROOM WITH EN-SUITE & DRESSING ROOM

• LARGE PATIO AREA WITH LANDSCAPED GARDEN

• ON A GOOD-SIZED PLOT ON CHIGWELL’S MANOR ROAD

• EXCELLENT POTENTIAL TO DEVELOP STPP

• GATED DRIVEWAY WITH AMPLE PARKING

• LARGE MASTER BEDROOM, FITTED KITCHEN AND CONSERVATORY

COOLGARDIE AVENUE, CHIGWELL £845,000

LECHMERE AVENUE, CHIGWELL £710,000

CLIFFORD AVENUE, ILFORD £612,500

FOUR BEDROOM SEMI-DETACHED HOUSE

THREE BEDROOM DETACHED HOUSE

THREE BEDROOM BUNGALOW

• SPACIOUS OPEN PLAN LOUNGE AND DINING ROOM

• HUGE BESPOKE FITTED KITCHEN / DINING & UTILITY ROOM

• A COMPLETELY CHAIN FREE PROPERTY

• MODERN FITTED KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM & UTILITY ROOM

• SPACIOUS LOUNGE WITH LARGE BAY WINDOW AND PLAYROOM

• CLOSE TO SOUGHT AFTER SCHOOLS AND AMENITIES

• JUST A SHORT WALK TO CHIGWELL’S CENTRAL LINE STATION

• CLOSE TO CHIGWELL STATION, SCHOOLS AND AMENITIES

• EXCELLENT POTENTIAL TO DEVELOP WITH EXISTING PLANS

• EXCELLENT POTENTIAL TO DEVELOP STPP

• EXCELLENT POTENTIAL TO DEVELOP STPP

• SOUTH FACING LANDSCAPED REAR GARDEN 75’ x 35’ IN SIZE

WOOLSTON MANOR, CHIGWELL OIEO £450,000

OWEN GARDENS, WOODFORD GREEN £469,995

CHIGWELL ROAD, WOODFORD GREEN £349,995

TWO BEDROOM APARTMENT

THREE BEDROOM HOUSE

TWO BEDROOM APARTMENT

• STUNNING CHAIN FREE GROUND FLOOR APARTMENT

• CHAIN FREE HOME LOCATED IN A QUIET CUL-DE-SAC

• BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED HOME WITH SHARE OF FREEHOLD

• SET IN THE BEAUTIFUL GATED WOOLSTON MANOR GOLF COURSE

• SPACIOUS LOUNGE / DINING ROOM 22’ 1” x 10’ 5” IN SIZE

• COMPLETELY REFURBISHED WITHIN THE LAST TWO YEARS

• ZONED UNDER FLOOR HEATING THROUGHOUT

• CLOSE TO SOUGHT AFTER SCHOOLS, SHOPS AND LOCAL AMENITIES

• 15’ LOUNGE WITH BUILT IN STORAGE CUPBOARD

• TERRACE GARDEN AND ALLOCATED PARKING FOR TWO CARS

• EXCELLENT POTENTIAL TO DEVELOP STPP

• CLOSE TO STATION AND PARKING FOR SEVERAL VEHICLES

The Coach House, 201 High Road, Chigwell, Essex IG7 5BJ Tel: 020 8340 8833 | Mobile: 07958 664544 www.johnthoma.co.uk

MEADOW WAY, CHIGWELL £1,599,995 SOLD

DALESIDE GARDENS, CHIGWELL £1,400,000 SOLD

22 CHIGWELL RISE, CHIGWELL £1,349,995 SOLD

FOUR BEDROOM DETACHED HOUSE

FOUR BEDROOM DETACHED HOUSE

FIVE BEDROOM DETACHED HOUSE

• BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED THROUGHOUT AND CHAIN FREE

• AMAZING LOCATION WITH PANORAMIC FARMLAND VIEWS

• SHORT WALK TO CHIGWELL STATION AND AMENITIES

• SOUGHT AFTER ROAD CLOSE TO STATION AND AMENITIES

• OVER 3,300 SQUARE FEET OF LIVING ACCOMMODATION

• HUGE LOUNGE AND SITTING ROOM

• BESPOKE FITTED KITCHEN BREAKFAST ROOM.

• HUGE LOUNGE, LARGE DINING ROOM, TV ROOM AND A STUDY

• SPACIOUS KITCHEN AND DINING ROOM

• SOUTH FACING GARDEN OVER 112’ x 42’ IN SIZE

• LARGE CARRIAGE DRIVE WITH INTEGRAL GARAGE

• LARGE SOUTHERLY ASPECT REAR GARDEN

CHESTER ROAD, CHIGWELL £1,274,995 SOLD

TUDOR CLOSE, CHIGWELL £1,095,000 SOLD

COOLGARDIE AVENUE, CHIGWELL £784,995 SOLD

FOUR BEDROOM DETACHED HOUSE

FIVE BEDROOM DETACHED HOUSE

FOUR BEDROOM SEMI-DETACHED HOUSE

• SPACIOUS FOUR BEDROOM DETACHED HOME

• HUGE BESPOKE FITTED KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM

• SHORT WALK TO CHIGWELL STATION, FINE SCHOOLS AND AMENITIES

• EXCELLENT LOCATION, SHORT WALK CHIGWELL STATION

• ALL FIVE DOUBLE BEDROOMS HAVE FITTED WARDROBES

• LARGE LOUNGE, DINING ROOM AND A SITTING ROOM

• AMAZING BESPOKE FITTED KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM

• LARGE FAMILY BATHROOM AND SEPARATE MODERN SHOWER ROOM

• DRIVEWAY WITH PARKING FOR SEVERAL CARS

• EXCELLENT POTENTIAL TO DEVELOP STPP

• A COMPLETELY CHAIN FREE PROPERTY

• THE PROPERTY HAS EXCELLENT POTENTIAL TO DEVELOP STPP

RETREAT WAY, CHIGWELL £550,000 SOLD

BECKET CLOSE, WOODFORD GREEN £499,995 SOLD

ECHO HOUSE, HAINAULT £300,000 SOLD

THREE BEDROOM END OF TERRACE HOUSE

THREE BEDROOM TERRACED HOUSE

ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT

• STUNNING THREE BEDROOM FAMILY HOME

• STUNNING AND SPACIOUS THREE BEDROOM HOME

• MMACULATELY DECORATED AND PRESENTED THROUGHOUT

• BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED THROUGHOUT

• BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED THROUGHOUT

• HUGE OPEN PLAN LOUNGE / KITCHEN / DINING ROOM 26’5” x 15’6”

• AMAZING LOW MAINTENANCE GARDEN

• COMPLETELY CHAIN FREE PROPERTY

• LUXURIOUS SPACIOUS MODERN BATHROOM SUITE

• ATTACHED GARAGE & LARGE PAVED DRIVEWAY

• LUXURY BESPOKE MODERN FITTED KITCHEN

• BESPOKE FITTED KITCHEN WITH INTEGRATED APPLIANCES

The Coach House, 201 High Road, Chigwell, Essex IG7 5BJ Tel: 020 8340 8833 | Mobile: 07958 664544 www.johnthoma.co.uk

Land for sale – with planning permission, Bury Road, Chingford POA

Gaynes Park Mansions, Coopersale Street, Epping

£1,750,000

· Located on a highly desirable road · Planning permission granted for 8,654sq ft luxury house · Backing West Essex Golf Course · Plot approximately one acre

· Magnificent two bedroom ground floor apartment · 41ft grand reception / dining room · Large outdoors terrace for entertaining · Located in approximately 10 acres of stunning grounds · Double garage

Goldings Road, Loughton

Roding Court, Lower Park Rd, Loughton

· Off-Street Parking For Two Cars · Low Maintenance Rear Garden · Four Bedrooms · Extended · Exceptionally High Finish

£695,000

£500,000

· Walking distance to Central Line Station · Stunning two bedroom first floor apartment · Communal gardens · Allocated parking space

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Homeleigh, Woodman Lane, Chingford

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· Five Double Bedrooms · Three Spacious Reception Rooms · Four En-suites · Outdoor Heated Swimming Pool

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Woodford Guide Price £900,000 Freehold

South Woodford Guide Price £1,250,000 Freehold

• Four bedroom Edwardian Home • Two reception rooms • Large family kitchen diner • Large bathroom with eb suite to master • Off street parking for two cars

• Five bedroom home • Large reception/ large kitchen family room • Two bathrooms/en suite to master • Off street parking with integral garage • Sought after Firs Estate

Call: 020 8530 3333

Call: 020 8530 3333

Leytonstone £849,995 Freehold

Wanstead £880,000 Freehold

• Four double bedrooms – Two receptions • Period brick fronted family home • Large kitchen/dining room • En suite to master bedroom • Close proximity to Central line station and High Street

• Period family home - Four bedrooms • Three receptions plus conservatory • Extended and immaculately presented throughout • West facing rear garden - Large cellar • Master bedroom with en suite bathroom

Call: 020 8530 3333

Call: 020 8530 3333

£850,000

Church Hill, Loughton • Detached 5 Bedroom Character Residence • Many Superb Edwardian Features • 3 Reception Rooms

• Large Rear Garden • Off Street Parking • Short Walk to High Road

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Lushes Road, Loughton • 3 Bedroom End of Terrace House • 6 minute walk to the Central Line • 18ft7 Kitchen & 18ft Lounge

• Quiet cul-de-sac located at edge of Epping Forest • Integral Double Garage & Off Street Parking • No Onward Chain

Call: 020 8530 3333

£465,000 • Sunny Rear Garden • Off Street Parking • Solar Panels to reduce Energy Costs

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School House Gardens, Loughton • Ground Floor Apartment • 2 Double Bedrooms • 960 year Lease

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£1,350,000

Buckhurst Hill • Four Bedrooms

• Carriage Driveway

• Detached property

• Looking onto Epping Forest

• Close to Station

• 20ft Master Bedroom

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£875,000

The Summit, Loughton • Fully Detached 4 Bedroom Family Home • 2 Reception Rooms • Sunny Garden

£324,995

• Quiet cul-de-sac • Allocated Parking Space • 10 minute walk to Central Line

WROXHAM WAY, ILFORD IG6 OFFERS IN EXCESS OF £700,000

CHIGWELL RISE, CHIGWELL IG7 ASKING PRICE £1,350,000

• Four bedrooms • Bright and spacious • Landscaped garden • Beautiful family home

• Four – six bedrooms • Sought after location • Close to Central Line and Brook Parade • Good sized rear garden with swimming pool

FOREST SIDE, BUCKHURST HILL IG9 ASKING PRICE £975,000

SHORE POINT, BUCKHURST HILL IG9 ASKING PRICE £350,000

• Four bedroom semi-detached home • Driveway and garage • Good sized rear garden with patio area • Open-plan lounge and dining area

• Immaculate two bedroom apartment • En-suite facility • Prestigious gated development • Superb location

CHAPEL LANE, CHIGWELL IG7 ASKING PRICE £1,595,000

HIGH ROAD, CHIGWELL IG7 ASKING PRICE £2,400,000

• Five bedrooms • Secure and gated detached property on a private lane • Decorated to an extremely high standard throughout • Newly fitted kitchen

• Seven bedroom detached property • Premier location backing onto the golf course • Stunning landscaped garden • Off street parking for several cars

SNARESBROOK ROAD, LONDON E11 GUIDE PRICE £350,000 - £375,000

PALMERSTON ROAD, BUCKHURST HILL IG9 ASKING PRICE £375,000

• One bedroom apartment • Overlooks The Eagle Pond to the front • Beautifully manicured communal gardens to the rear • Private parking

• Spacious two bedroom apartment • Great location • Balcony • Immaculate décor

LOUGHTON

£1,795,000 FREEHOLD

One of three exclusive luxury detached homes in a favoured residential setting. Designed by professional architects to create light and spacious accommodation incorporating all the benefits of modern energy efficient living. This impressive Six bedroom residence is c.3,500 sq.ft. Comprising of a dining room, living room and fully fitted open plan kitchen breakfast room with central island. There is also a utility room, cloakroom and stairs leading to the first floor. The master suite offers a substantial amount of hidden’ fitted wardrobe space in addition to a luxurious en-suite bathroom. Bedrooms two & three have matching en-suite shower rooms, study room and family bathroom.

Finished to a high standard an inspection is highly recommended.

STAPLEFORD TAWNEY

PRICE GUIDE £1,500,000 FREEHOLD

A rare opportunity to aquire this stunning period style residence dating back to the last century, set within a large plot extending to approximately 7.5 acres. The property comprises of several parts offering versatility, equestrian potential and family accommodation.

The main residence is a a charming thatched detached house featuring 6 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms and 3 bathrooms. An additional 2-bedroom detached bungalow/annexe with double garage and private garden and a separate leisure annex which is still under construction. This impressive property offers extensive grounds, parking and a grazing paddock with further planning permission to erect stables tack room and a hay store.

311 High Street, Epping, Essex CM16 4DA t: 01992 560056 f: 01992 570185 e: sales@millers-portfoliohomes.co.uk w: millers-portfoliohomes.co.uk

01992 560056

THEYDON GARNON, NR EPPING

ÂŁ1, 049 995 FREEHOLD

A spacious four-bedroom family home standing in gated grounds approaching 0.5 acre. This popular hamlet situated between the soughtafter village of Theydon Bois and the nearby towns of Loughton and Epping. The property itself has been sympathetically improved and extended and comprises of a sitting room, study area, a fully fitted kitchen, dining room and a spacious living room with feature wood burner, conservatory and terrace. With a barn style annex, single and larger garage, workshop, summer house, delightful gardens with decked area overlooking farmland. To appreciate all that this residence can offer a viewing is recommended.

EPPING

OFFERS IN THE REGION OF ÂŁ850,000 FREEHOLD

A rare opportunity to acquire this impressive looking detached residence ideally located just a short walk from the High Street and Bell Common with its delightful walks yet for commuters within easy reach. In need of some updating and offering for with sizeable family accommodation with lots of scope for improvement and extension(subject to planning). This spacious and versatile property offers two reception rooms, three bedrooms and a family bathroom. There is a good size rear garden and off parking. Offered with the benefit of NO ONWARD CHAIN.

311 High Street, Epping, Essex CM16 4DA t: 01992 560056 f: 01992 570185 e: sales@millers-portfoliohomes.co.uk w: millers-portfoliohomes.co.uk

01992 560056

Ilford IG6

4 ÂŁ730,000

An attractive and beautifully maintained four bedroom detached house, located on the popular Oakwood Gate development.Positioned in a quiet cul-de-sac and in close proximity to Claybury Park with acres of conservation land, a lake and play area this really is a perfect place to raise a family.

If you are considering selling or letting your property and would like free, knowledgeable advice, please contact us - an estate agent you can trust!

2019

Covering West Essex and East London

LONDON EXPERTISE. LOCAL KNOWLEDGE

LANDLORDS

High Beach EN9 4 £850,000

For a FREE no obligation valuation and to find out more about our Award Winning 5* Letting Service please contact us.

Comprehensive management services from an Estate Agent you can Trust!

Theydon Bois CM16 5 £1,700,000

Woodford Green IG8 4 £750,000

A double fronted, four bedroom semi-detached fully renovated family house situated in the highly sought after Hill Farm Estate.

Epping CM16 4 £750,000

Romford RM3 3 £400,000

An immaculately presented four bedroom semi-detached home in the highly sought after Arboretum Development constructed by award developers Higgins Homes in 2015.

Bow Office 508 Roman Road Bow, London E3 5LU

Shoreditch Office 96a Curtain Road Shoreditch, London EC2A 3AA

Theydon Bois Office 4 Forest Drive Theydon Bois Essex CM16 7EY

020 8102 1236 bow@butlerandstag.com

020 7613 5550 shoreditch@butlerandstag.com

01992 667 666 theydon@butlerandstag.com

PROPERTY LIFE

BUTLER & STAG BACKING WINNERS I

f it isn’t sponsoring the Theydon Bois Donkey Derby, it’s practical support for Haven House Children’s Hospice. Local estate agents Butler & Stag are known for rolling up sleeves and going hands on in their attempts to raise funds for local community projects.

Neil Leahy, Managing Director, says “Our philosophy is simple. As well as giving our clients and customers a first-class service we like to give something back to local community projects and charities that need our help.”

Butler & Stag was founded in 2012. They have been actively raising money ever since and have generated over £40,000 for chosen good causes.

Thousands of people flocked to this year’s 32nd Theydon Bois Donkey Derby in July. As usual it was the seven donkey races, each with seven jockeys aged 10-15 years old, that stole the show.

Butler & Stag hosted a ‘beat the keeper’ penalty shootout stand which proved highly popular and contributed £485 adding to the monies raised for the local Scouts and Guides groups and other village charities.

Neil Leahy said: ‘’The 2019 Donkey Derby will be remembered for bearable temperatures and record crowds. As a local resident and business owner, we are privileged to be part of Theydon Bois’ leading social event. Our beat the keeper stand was busy all day with adults and children trying to win the prize of a football. As ever, we are proud to be part of such a community driven event and are already looking forward to next year.’’

82 AUGUST 2019

words by Christine Baker: Christen Media

PLEASE HELP US RAISE £5,000 TO HELP CONTINUE THEIR WORK! THANK YOU Please visit www.havenhouse.org.uk/ Fundraisers/butler-and-stagsfundraising-page

BUTLER & STAG GET ON THEIR BIKES FOR CHARITY On Sunday 15th September staff are putting pedal to the metal for Haven House Children’s Hospice going from London to Brighton - one of the most famous cycling challenges in the UK. Neil, Michael, Chris, Bradley and Peter will join over 4,000 riders taking part in the 54-mile route. They will be tested through the Sussex countryside and on the ascent of Ditching Beacon before gliding into Brighton seafront.

Haven House Children’s Charity has supported over 900 families, looking after children and young people aged from birth to 19 years old who have life-limiting or lifethreatening conditions.

THE DETAILS 4 Forest Drive, Theydon Bois Essex CM16 7EY T: 01992 6676666 theydon@butlerandstag.com www.butlerand stage.uk

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