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Children are due to break up for their summer holidays and most parents have set aside time off work to be with their family. e schools’, six weeks break is a long time outside of a normal routine and knowing how to juggle commitments is not always easy.

However we live in Essex (part from Wanstead and South Woodford which have London postcodes!) but essentially – we’re all in the same vicinity and Essex is truly a wonderful place. Only a few of us will be away for the full six weeks – mainly it’s two or a maximum of three but with a massive selection of choices, venues and activities to help us fill those other weeks, I have carefully researched a wealth of information in order to make my recommendations. Hopefully, just some of these ideas might help ease the pain of: “Mummmm…. Dadddddd…. I’m bored! What we doing and where are we going today?” However, help is at hand!

Most of us have only ever watched the Olympics on television.

A lucky few have perhaps gone to the games in some exotic city.

Even luckier are those who have tickets for the Olympics here in London!

Kathleen Barbour Account/Admin Kathy Manning Ken Fleet Business Development Manager Angela Tapley Tel: 07904 251 973 Sales Patrick Smith James Marshall Directors Patrick Smith Rory Smith

In total, 8,000 will be carrying the Olympic Flame as it travels across the UK. Imagine holding the torch that will be watched by friends, family, local community, people in the UK and even worldwide?

To enjoy at least some semblance of the fun, without too much expense and just to experience a one-off opportunity, would be to actually ‘see and witness’ the Olympic Torch. Particularly relevant to this readership is July 22nd. So charge your cameras, load up your batteries, buy extra film if you haven’t gone digital and make a note in your diary: Sunday, 22nd July and just one week before the Games begin.

Stephen Murphy hosts ‘e Wine Factor’ in 75 Station Road, Chingford, an independent wine shop. He has wine running through his veins having been in the business all his working life and sources wines from around the globe. e Wine Factor offers a heady range of wines and beers backed up with knowledge and expertise – it’s not just a purchase, it’s an experience. is month Stephen has selected the following wines of distinction.

Enjoy your summer break and see you again in September.

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Local Life, Events & Success

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Summer Outings The Olympic Torch Local Success Phillip Leigh’s Property Market For A Good Cause Oak-Tree Open Days Local People A Note From Michelle Get More Out Of Your Life Magazine!

The Wine Factor

Olympic Guide

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Property Life The Best Homes From The Best Agents

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Fishpools has grown over the last 113 years and today we are the largest quality furniture store in the south east. Our 60,000 square feet showrooms feature over 200 room sets from classic to contemporary, minimal to vintage and rustic to romantic all designed to help you make your home unique. There are over 200 sofa collections, 150 dining ranges, 100’s of beds, 75 bedroom ranges, and a large carpets & rugs department. Choose from a wide range of linens, softs, pictures and mirrors plus cookware and gifts from our Home Accessories department.

If it’s big name brands you’re after, we stock Stressless, Ercol, Natuzzi, G Plan, Duresta, Collins & Hayes, Nolte, Vi Spring, Tempur and many more.

As a family-run retailer our commitment to great service begins as soon as you enter the store to be greeted by our well trained, knowledgeable people, who will assist you on all aspects of your purchase until it is safely delivered to your home. So pop in, we have ample customer parking, an in-store coffee shop and we look forward to making your acquaintance.

Our solid oiled oak Mammoth range is available in bespoke sizes Just one of over 150 dining styles in our range Visit our website to see all our ranges

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Summer Outings AND EVENING ENTERTAINMENT WORDS: MICHELLE HARRIS

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hildren are due to break up for their summer holidays and most parents have set aside time off work to be with their family. e schools’, six weeks break is a long time outside of a normal routine and knowing how to juggle commitments is not always easy.

However we live in Essex (part from Wanstead and South Woodford which have London postcodes!) but essentially – we’re all in the same vicinity and Essex is truly a wonderful place. Only a few of us will be away for the full six weeks – mainly it’s two or a maximum of three but with a massive selection of choices, venues and activities to help us fill those other weeks, I have carefully researched a wealth of information in order to make my recommendations.

Hopefully, just some of these ideas might help ease the pain of: “Mummmm….

Dadddddd…. I’m bored! What we doing and where are we going today?” However, help is at hand!

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When it comes to day camps and for the weeks when you’re not away – probably one of the best in our area is Barracudas.

For children aged between 4 ½ to 16 years, their day camps are renowned for being the best around. With 20 years experience looking after children and young adults, every child I know, who has ever attended these camps, are excited about their trips and eagerly look forward to the fun-filled activities on offer. In case your children would like to travel elsewhere in the UK, there are 28 summer camps.

Barracudas really is Fun for Kids and with flexible arrangements, drop off can be at 8 a.m. with collection at 6 p.m. for working parents.

Booking is easy and can be made either online or over the phone if you have any questions.

For more information call: 0845 123 5299 or visit their website: www.barracudas.co.uk Email: fun@barracudas.co.uk

SOUTH WOODFORD For day or evening events – St. Marys with St. Philip and St. James Parish Church in South Woodford.

Jazz concert Saturday 28th July at 8 p.m.

To celebrate the opening of the Olympic Games Entrance: £5.

Watch the Game Saturday, 4th August 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Watch the Games on a big screen in Church. Refreshments will be available (to purchase) – brunch from 11 a.m.; barbecue 2-7 p.m.

Entrance: is Free but please call for details and contact the church directly.

St. Marys with St. Philip and St. James Woodford’s Parish Church.

207 High Road, South Woodford, London E18 2PA. Tel: 020 8505 3000 Registered charity number: 1127596

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BRENTWOOD e Treasures of China.

Approximately 50 minutes from Brentwood – Colchester’s Castle Museum is host to a particularly interesting exhibition. e exhibition will showcase 70 exhibits from Nanjing Museum China spanning a journey across 8000 years of Chinese history, from the Stone Age tombs to the rise of the last Emperor. e exhibition is already open and will close on 7 Jan 2013.

Entrance: Adult £6.25, Child (5-15)/Conc/Senior £4, Saver ticket £16.75, Under 5’s FREE. DUNMOW e Dunmow Flitch Trials Craft and Gift Fair Saturday 14 Jul 2012 e Dunmow Flitch Trials existed and are famous for their prize of a ‘flitch of bacon’ to married couples, if they could satisfy the judge and jury of 6 men and women, they would ‘not wisht themselves married again’. is trial is even mentioned in e Wife of Bath’s Tale in Chaucer’s 14th century Canterbury Tales. is event is every 4 years so if possible to visit, an unusual and interesting day out.

Entrance: Doors open to the public at 09.30 hrs and close at 16.00 hrs ADMISSION FREE. Email: info@creativeevents.org.uk Tel: 07849 283246 or 07849 283247 Foakes Hall, Stortford Rd, Gt. Dunmow, Essex CM6 1DG.

WANSTEAD I have been writing for these magazines for a few years now, so it’s amusing when I cover annual events more than once! Last year, I wrote extensively about the brilliant plays at e Temple, Wanstead Park.

Outdoor theatre Saturday, 21st July 2012.

Gilbert & Sullivan’s – H.M.S. Pinafore.

21st August 2012 Roald Dahl’s – e Twits Entrance: Tickets; Adult: £12.95, Children 16 years and under £6.95, Infants 3 years and under £1.95.

Ticket office: 020 8508 0028 or www.illyria.uk.com Disabled parking only, access via Warren Road. No dogs allowed.

EPPING FOREST Bike riding is very popular. Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge Forest Keeper, Ian Greer will lead an interesting excursion – Bike Ride: Exploring Epping Forest.

Exploring its many tracks and trails, please note that helmets must be worn and riders need to be of a competent level. Bring water and a puncture repair kit – just in case! Refreshments are optional however, the riders will be stopping for lunch where food and drinks can be purchased. is is a City of London Green to Gold Event.

Sunday, 22nd July 2012 Time: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

FREE event.

Telephone: 020 8508 0028 Rangers Road, Chingford London E4 7QH. WOODFORD A History of Woodford – An Exhibition by Redbridge Museum. ere is so much fascinating history within the Borough of Redbridge. e elegant homes of wealthy traders and travellers from the 18th century, to its current position now as a modern suburbia. e local Member of Parliament was Sir Winston Churchill; the home of suffragette and political campaigner, Sylvia Pankhurst; and Woodford’s links with the Empire, trade and slavery. rough the voices of ordinary people from the last 100 years, the exhibition includes photographs, film, documents and objects.

Entrance: All welcome. Monday 9.30am to 8pm, Tuesday to Friday 9.30am to 6pm, Saturday 9.30am to 4pm Closed Sunday.

Please call the library before attending.

Venue: South Woodford Library, 116 High Road, London E18 2QS Enquiries: 020 8708 9067 Free Admission.

ere really is, so much to see and do within our areas... So let us all enjoy!

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WHEN THE OLYMPIC TORCH COMES TO TOWN Words: Michelle Harris

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ost of us have only ever watched the Olympics on television. A lucky few have perhaps gone to the games in some exotic city.

Even luckier are those who have tickets for the Olympics here in London!

In total, 8,000 will be carrying the Olympic Flame as it travels across the UK. Imagine holding the torch that will be watched by friends, family, local community, people in the UK and even worldwide?

To enjoy at least some semblance of the fun, without too much expense and just to experience a one-off opportunity, would be to actually ‘see and witness’ the Olympic Torch. Particularly relevant to this readership is July 22nd. So charge your cameras, load up your batteries, buy extra film if you haven’t gone digital and make a note in your diary: Sunday, 22nd July and just one week before the Games begin.

THE TORCH RELAY WILL BE AS FOLLOWS: Starting at Redbridge Cycling Centre* on Sunday, 22nd July at 7.19 a.m. before transit to: ● Fairlop Waters* ● Fullwell Cross ● Gants Hill ● Past Valentine’s Mansion ● Ilford Town Centre and into Ilford Lane.

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Speaking to Vincent Goode of Speedprint in Gants Hill, he commented: “Gants Hill has had some high profile exposure in recent years; Boris Johnson opening the area after the two year regeneration plan, e Queen visiting the area this year as part of her diamond jubilee tour and this summer, Gants Hill is being rewarded again as the Olympic Torch relay procession will be coming right through the area and importantly for me, right past my shop!” With a prime location right on the roundabout, he certainly will be a key witness to all the action that happens at Gants Hill.

REDBRIDGE COUNCIL HAVE ALSO ORGANISED THE BOROUGH’S CELEBRATIONS WHICH INCLUDE MANY EXCITING EVENTS. Twenty-six torchbearers will be carrying the flame through Redbridge including Luke Williams, a teacher from Wanstead. David Backhouse from Ilford (Governor at Mayfield School). 12 year old Jess Archard: talented sports star from Woodford Green and also Grace Boxall, from Buckhurst Hill. What better reason to be up early, perky and ready for some Olympic action.

Redbridge Council have also

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organised the Borough’s celebrations which include many exciting events. Entitled: ‘Rise and Shine Redbridge’, festivities include early morning sports, cultural displays including a dawn chorus, a massive Tai Chi display plus breakfast barbecues. en onto Havering and Bexley for some exciting, evening celebrations.

In addition, Redbridge are hosting the Inspiration Roadshow 2012. e Olympic and Paralympic Games will be coming to Redbridge! From June to September, there will be opening and closing ceremonies, performances and sports taster sessions.

Opportunities for ‘Olympic’ stars to sign autographs; an Inspiration Decathlon, with gold, silver and bronze winners competing in 10 different Games-Inspired events and other activities which will include hula-hooping to impersonating Olympic stars.

So let us all enjoy the Olympics either as a spectator at the event itself, peripheral activities or via our televisions.

History is being made and the world will be looking at us.

Let’s hope it won’t be raining… *Invitation only events.

Please see website www2.redbridge.gov.uk and search Torch Relay ■

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Also in the Antique & Modern Jewellery Auction An onyx and diamond circlet brooch.

Estimate £500 - £700 A diamond and onyx bracelet.

Estimate £6,000 - £8,000

Vintage & Modern Wrist Watches Monday 23rd July A gentleman’s stainless steel automatic Rolex Explorer II ref.1655.

Estimate £8,000 - £12,000

Auction of Antique & Modern Jewellery Thursday 19th July at 11am An 18ct gold and diamond clutch bag.

Estimate £14,000 - £18,000

Also in the Vintage & Modern Wrist Watches Auction A gentleman’s Breitling Emergency bracelet watch and associated memorabilia belonging to record breaking balloon aeronaut Brian Jones OBE. Estimate £5,000 - £7,000

Visit www.fellows.co.uk/life for a complimentary catalogue Fellows Auctioneers | 19 Augusta Street | Birmingham B18 6JA | 0121 212 2131

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SOCIAL MEDIA GURU TALKS BUSINESS WORDS: CHRISTINE BAKER

SPEAKER TERRY CARNEY

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ocial media has captured the market place with new ways to communicate and attract business. If the practical aspects of how to get the best from this new media elude you then sign up for Epping Forest Business Group’s next networking event on ursday 26th July at Loughton Cricket Club when guest speaker and social media guru Terry Carney has all the answers.

Terry Carney is one of the UK’s leading experts within social media marketing specialising particularly within the SME sector. As the MD of Sales Remedy he draws from his own experiences to deliver a talk that benefits everyone.

Carney is an inspirational speaker on his love for sales and marketing spanning over 27 years, having sold millions of pounds worth of products and services. is time of recession calls for extraordinary leadership and Carney is at the helm to lead many through these troubled times.

Carney’s core skills are those of the new media era.

Using a mix of both traditional and social media sales and marketing skills, he offers individuals and businesses the opportunity to thrive in this very competitive market place. e EFBG event runs from

5.30pm until 7.30pm with networking, food and wine and costs £10.00.

CARNEY IS AN INSPIRATIONAL SPEAKER ON HIS LOVE FOR SALES AND MARKETING SPANNING OVER 27 YEARS, HAVING SOLD MILLIONS OF POUNDS WORTH OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES. Established over three years EFBG is a strong network of trade and professional people who meet weekly to do business over breakfast. Its prime purpose is to generate qualified business leads for each other through reliable and trustworthy referrals.

EFBG meets every ursday morning from 7.30-9.00am at the Queen Victoria in eydon Bois.

Loughton Cricket Club is situated at 11 e Uplands, Loughton, IG10 1NQ. Booking is essential.

Visit www.efbg.co.uk or call 0843 289 1092 ■

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LOCAL PROPERTY

Phillip Leigh PHILLIP LEIGH 'S LOCAL PROPERTY MARKET TRUST ME I’M AN ESTATE AGENT !

Well surprise surprise, after years of holding the popular vote of being the last trusted of any trade or profession, Estate Agency has recently moved several places down the table of the reviled.

Now my fellow agents and friends, let’s not get too excited. We may have been overtaken by the Bankers, Insurance Salesmen, Car Salesmen, e Media, Pharmaceutical Companies and the old bogey men (and women) the Politicians and Landed Gentry, but we have a long way to go to move from the table of reviled to the table of revered.

Believe it or not, back in the mid 1960’s when (as a mere child) I entered this profession, numerous property owners were so distrustful of Agents that they chose to advertise their homes for sale “privately” in the classified columns of the local rag.

Going as far as to end their usually poorly worded and badly displayed advertisement with the words “NO AGENTS”!

In fact it was at the time of the first credit squeeze, as it was then called, in the mid to late 1960’s, that encouraged these overly cautious and distrusting sellers to capitulate and call in their friendly local agent (as I was known) and ask for help. Knowing full well that without an agent’s assistance in arranging the necessary finance, their sale had little chance of going through.

BUT WHAT OF TODAY? Home owners advertising privately are as rare as “Hen’s teeth”. One reason may be

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because the canny seller is well aware of the huge cost of marketing and the realisation that if the property does not sell it costs them nothing, and if it does sell it really is the buyer who pays, as in the seller’s mind they have calculated the costs of selling within the agreed price.

Instructing an Agent to sell your home thereby becoming a “no brainer” decision. inking back I can distinctly remember several owners saying (before they hung up the phone or closed the door in my face) they believed agents deliberately undervalue property in order to earn a quick buck. Accusing them of either buying the property themselves through a third party, or flogging it to one of their mates.

HOW TIMES HAVE CHANGED Today far too many agents of little experience or training, are canvassing the books of agents such as myself, by quoting ridiculously high valuations and offering to take the property on at a commission that would barely equal my marketing costs for each property. ese are probably the most testing times for anyone selling and buying that we have experienced since those early days of the 1960’s.

Quality homes are few and far between, mortgages, although becoming a little easier, still carry stringent terms and criteria, and those who are ready willing and able to buy are driving a very hard bargain quoting “Cash is King”.

It is in such times that the serious seller should think carefully before selecting an agent to handle their most valuable possession.

Today, more than ever before, my late mother’s saying of “cheap is dear” could get up and bite those seeking a cheap option.

ONE FURTHER WORD OF ADVICE Having chosen your agent,

stick to your choice and be patient. Marketing periods are now generally twice as long as in the heady days of 2006/7.

As long as you see that your agent is putting every effort in to promoting your property for sale with an encouraging description on a wide selection of websites with continuous (not just one off ) media advertising, a buyer will eventually be found. I have personally experienced this when selling my erstwhile home in North London.

Having taken great care in choosing my sole agent last January, and agreeing a generous commission with them, the property eventually received offers only last week from two buyers. One of which, having received a reduction of 4% from the asking price set seven months ago, duly exchanged contracts to purchase within 14 hours from the time their solicitors received the papers. e seven months with no offers and little action having proved well worth the wait. e serious sellers Motto for the quality home being three “P’s” - No not…. “Position, Position, Position”,…but Promotion, Perseverance and Patience.

Phillip Leigh is principal of Phillip Leigh Associates of Chigwell. Tel: 020 8501 2424 E-mail:Phillip@phillipleigh.com For past articles from 2011 www.phillipleigh.com and click on blogs ■ exclusive residential property agent for Tottenham Hotspur Football Club.

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SPONSORING A SUNSHINE COACH FOR SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN

half towards the cost of the new bus and the school borrowed the outstanding amount of £16,000. However this loan has to be repaid. A local businessman, Ashley Bermange who is also a member of the Friends of Oak View School Association (his son attends the school) had an inspired idea. By working with local restaurants, sponsors could make a donation of £20 and receive a voucher offering up to 50% discount off a meal for two, not including drinks.*

Words: Michelle Harris IT IS CRUCIAL FOR OUR PUPILS TO HAVE A COACH. IT ALLOWS ACCESS TO THE COMMUNITY, ESPECIALLY FOR PUPILS IN WHEELCHAIRS

Nestled discreetly behind Borders Lane in Loughton is a school, catering for children with special needs. e pupils of Oak View School are aged from 3-19 years and have severe and complex needs. A high proportion of pupils are within the autistic spectrum. eir lifeline to the community is the school coach - so imagine the dismay when it broke down…

Speaking about the importance of the facility, Ms. Dianne Ryan, headteacher at Oak View School stated: “It is crucial for our pupils to have a coach. It allows access to the community, especially for pupils in wheelchairs. With this facility, the pupils are easily and safely, transported into local areas as part of the community. ey can go horse riding, enjoy life skills

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Ashley Bermange and work experience at Wellgate Farm. eir curriculum is broadened and they can also enjoy leisure activities too. is coach is so important and we’re all doing our best to raise the necessary funds.”

As the school was desperate, Variety, the Children’s Charity, donated

So far, a whole range of restaurants, keen to support the local community and especially this very important school, are now formally involved in the project.

Speaking about Oak View School Ashley stated: “It is extremely important that we raise these funds. e benefits for the pupils are paramount – they need help. We’re trying to raise awareness of the school’s existence and its importance. ere’s help here in Loughton, if children need an outstanding school. Oak View offers a great education and facilities for children with learning or physical difficulties.” Asked if any other ideas might be implemented, he added: “If anyone would like to make a donation towards this important cause, the school and Association would be very grateful. We could always arrange a visit to the school. e kids are fantastic and

despite their difficulties, take so much pride and enjoyment in the small things in life, that most of us, take for granted.”

LIST OF PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTS SO FAR… Papillon Chigwell 020 8500 6080 Olive Tree Loughton 8502 3332 Parsons Waltham Abbey 01992 700655 Zizzi Hornchurch 01708 444 740 Zizzi Brentwood 01277 203 206 Zizzi South Woodford 0208 989 1001 Zizzi Loughton 020 8418 9489 Resto Bistro Epping 01992 575775 Indian Ocean eydon Bois 01992 812 658 Cinnamon North Weald 01992 524499 e Bluebell Chigwell 020 8500 6282 Balti House eydon Bois 01992 813 850/814104 e Queen Victoria eydon Bois 01992-812392 Ho-Ho South Woodford 020 8989 1041 But the school needs more!...

If you would like to make a donation, or are a local restaurant that would like to be part of this brilliant scheme, please contact Ashley 07802 847 987 ashley@headstartcorporate.co.uk.

Oak View School, Whitehills Road, Loughton, Essex IG10 1TS Telephone Number 020 8508 4293 www.oakviewschool.org Registered Charity Number: 286830 *Each restaurant has a unique offer – please contact them directly to confirm.

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EVENTS AT OAk-TrEE SchOOlS NORMANHURST SCHOOL’S PRIZE GIVING AND RT HON IAIN DUNCAN SMITH MP On Friday 6 July the Rt Hon Iain Duncan Smith MP, Member of Parliament for Chingford and Woodford Green and Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, made time in his busy schedule for Normanhurst School’s end of year Prize Giving and Speech Day held at the Chingford Assembly Hall.

School Managing Principal Matthew Hagger welcomed some 450 pupils, parents, staff and friends of Normanhurst School to the event and introduced guest speaker Iain Duncan Smith MP who gave an insight into life in politics. His main message centred around the importance of family and making lifelong friends, which was appropriate given the well-known family ethos in evidence at Normanhurst. Mr Duncan Smith also commended the school for its achievements, especially producing such an outstanding array of GCSE results.

With over 100 cups, shields and certificates awarded to pupils from Reception to Year 11, Mr Duncan Smith took the time to speak to all of the prize winners to ensure that each was congratulated appropriately in front of a packed audience. Many pupils also won national awards, which were celebrated with pride.

Headmistress Claire Osborn took the opportunity to thank the staff and parents for their considerable support over the year.

She also paid tribute to the pupils’ ‘can do’ attitude to learning, so evident in their GCSE results.

COOPERSALE HALL SPEECH DAY & BRAD FRIEDEL Coopersale Hall School was delighted to welcome ex-USA International and Olympian and current Tottenham goalkeeper Brad Friedel to speak at the end of year Prize Giving and award the prizes last Tuesday afternoon.

Mr Friedel attended the prestigious ceremony at Epping’s leading independent prep school on in a large marquee on the lawn. In his welcoming speech, School Managing Principal Matthew Hagger highlighted the links Coopersale Hall has had with some of the top goalkeepers in football over the years that include David Seaman, Shaka Hislop, Roy Carroll and Ray Clemence as ex-parents or grandparents.

Headmistress Kaye Lovejoy closed her roundup of the year by thanking the staff, parents and members of the Parents’ Association for their hard work and dedication over the year.

OAKLANDS SPEECH DAY WITH ELEANOR LAING MP THURSDAY 5 JULY On ursday 5 July Mrs Eleanor Laing MP, Member of Parliament for Epping Forest, was delighted to attend Oaklands School’s end of year Prize Giving. She awarded the prizes and spoke to some the pupils, parents and staff in a large marquee in the grounds of the school.

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ELEANOR LAING MP, MATTHEW HAGGER, OAK-TREE SCHOOLS MANAGING PRINCIPAL AND CHERYL MACNAIR HEADMISTRESS OAKLANDS SCHOOL

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Mrs Laing enjoyed meeting the prize winners and inspired her audience with her thoughts about the endless opportunities for learning that that exist every day at school, and reinforced the importance of making the most of all opportunities in life.

Mrs Macnair, Headmistress since September 2011, took the opportunity to thank the staff and parents for their help and support over the year, commenting, “this was my first Prize Giving as Headmistress. It was a lovely afternoon with so many family and friends supporting and celebrating the children’s achievements. We are very much a community at Oaklands and work closely with our pupils and staff ”. www.oaktreeschools.co.uk ■

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POPPY APPEAL CELEBRATIONS POPPY SELLERS WERE CELEBRATED AT A SPECIAL CEREMONY HOSTED BY THE BUCKHURST HILL BRANCH OF THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION AT ST JAMES URC. WORDS CHRISTINE BAKER, PICTURES JANET CADDOCK

T ROYAL BRITISH LEGION JOYCE KHUNS CELEBRATES HER 100TH BIRTHDAY

BUCKHURST HILL ROYAL BRITISH LEGION VOLUNTEERS RECEIVE AWARDS

L2R GEORGE DENNEY STANDARD BEARER, JOYCE KHUNS, BRIAN JARVIS, POPPY APPEAL ORGANISER, JOHN FARMER NATIONAL CHAIRMAN ROYAL BRITISH LEGION

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he event, which is held every two years, honoured 17 people for their commitment of between five and 25 years to the annual poppy appeal each November.

Joyce Kuhns was another notable guest and the oldest poppy seller in the UK when she celebrated her 100th birthday on 12th June. Joyce, a great grandmother, had family who served in both world wars and introduced her to the Royal British Legion. Joyce first visited the Cenotaph in London’s Whitehall when it was a temporary structure erected for a peace parade following the end of World War One.

THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION IS SEEKING A NEW GENERATION OF VOLUNTEERS. THE GENEROUS DONATION OF TIME IS THE MOST CRITICAL FACTOR IN THE SUCCESS OF THE ANNUAL POPPY APPEAL. Guest of honour was John Farmer, National Chairman of the Royal British Legion who said “I want to congratulate everyone for their time, enthusiasm and dedication in helping the charity raise a record breaking £40 million in 2011 through the Poppy Appeal.

We can’t thank you highly

enough and the results can be seen through our work. In 2011, we spent £1.7 million each week carrying out our work among the serving and ex-Service community.

Volunteers are the lifeblood of e Royal British Legion and our Poppy Appeal and we couldn't achieve all that we do without you.” e Royal British Legion is seeking a new generation of volunteers. e generous donation of time is the most critical factor in the success of the annual Poppy Appeal.

Each year volunteer numbers drop by thousands, as many of the older collectors decide that they can no longer assist. ey have well and truly done their bit and now the charity needs to focus on new faces to come forward and lend a hand.

For further information contact Stephen Goddard, Chairman and Secretary of the Buckhurst Hill Branch of the Royal British Legion by email on goddard93&hotmail.co.uk ■

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CARING FOR THE COMMUNITY… Words: Michelle Harris

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s summer approaches (allegedly!) despite the flood warnings and absolute lack of sunshine, we plan our holidays, trips abroad, respite from the daily grind and important time with family and friends.

Having neighbours to keep an eye on our home and possessions, is all part of the care we share with those in our immediate vicinity. We watch their homes – they watch ours.

Working together with community spirit benefits us all. Ensuring that letters are pushed through letter-boxes, picking up parcels left outside vacant homes.

For most of us, this is just part of daily life. We do for others and hope they will do for us with equal generosity.

But being part of a community is more than just basic assistance – it’s how we also help each other within our professional sphere, with our different talents and skills that facilitate others to reap rewards. e people we hold close, with whom we do business and whose lives, somehow weave within our

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own as important relationships are developed and friendships are enhanced through mutual respect.

Last week, my sister Helena, called for urgent help.

My niece Minna was in agony.

For anybody who has experienced the anguish and pain caused by a wisdom tooth meriting an extraction will sympathise. Excruciating pain that could not be controlled, Helena was desperate for help and had already pleaded with Minna’s dentist for an urgent appointment. Offered the next appointment, three weeks later, she was distraught. Did I know somebody who could help? Immediately, I emailed Ash. Ash and I both work late and I knew that if he was online – I would have an immediate response. I did.

Without hesitation he promised to assist and recommended an urgent call (the following morning) to his practice in order to make an appointment. True to his promise, Ash made time to see Minna, despite his back-to-back appointments.

X-Rays were taken and his professional decision was to immediately remove the tooth.

Minna went white with fear. A veteran anxious-patient, she was scared. But Ash through his naturally, very caring disposition, assured her she wouldn’t feel any pain. I know he is particularly concerned about anxious patients and has many processes in place which ensure they are comfortable and potentially, may even enjoy their treatments. With a music system which has every song imaginable as part of the software, he gently placed the headphones on her head and Minna shut her eyes. Rihanna would take her elsewhere as she listened to the music…

Within minutes - tooth removed… PAIN GONE. Where there had been tears of pain – were replaced with tears of relief and joy. is ‘wonderful man’ as he’s now referred to by my family, was chivalrous, kind and despite his own schedule and commitments, made time to care for a desperate young woman who needed help. By helping others – we also help ourselves. It is my pleasure to tell the world, he’s a great dentist, a caring humanitarian and a wonderful family man.

Local media help us to learn more about our community and in this respect, Patrick Smith (Fish Media Group) offers a literary voice and presence to our readership.

Telling somebody of a good deed goes so far. Publishing,

promoting and distributing high-quality magazines which are respected by the local readership, is an important role and helps us all, to keep in touch.

We all have stories where we have been helped. It’s the gestures that matter and are never forgotten. How somebody touches us in a special way because they were there when we needed them and without hesitation or any thought of personal benefit, make that extra effort which underpins a relationship. A gesture which elevates from friend to a very special person, with whom we can look forward to a true and meaningful friendship.

“An acquaintance merely enjoys your company, a fair-weather companion flatters when all is well, a true friend has your best interests at heart and the pluck to tell you what you need to hear.”

E. A. Bucchianeri Brushstrokes of a Gadfly

Wishing everybody – A great and dry, sunny, summer…

If you have any comments please contact: Michelle@starcopywriting.com www.starcopywriting.com ■

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hen you read about the fascinating stories concerning local people, local businesses, good causes and the countryside, towns and villages that you are part of, don't you sometimes think that there are other topics that would look good in print?

Our "Life Series" of magazines cover Epping, Loughton, Chigwell, Buckhurst Hill, South Woodford, Wanstead, Brentwood and the beautiful surrounding areas.

So, if you are a new business in Epping, a fund-raiser in Loughton, a charity organiser in Wanstead, a life-style coach in South Woodford or a successful community group in Chigwell, we would love to hear from you. Or perhaps you are a keen amateur

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photographer producing shots taken in the immediate area that would complement and enhance the articles in the magazine. Now's your chance to see your name, or that of your organisation in print!

All you have to do is write an article (something between 1000-1250 words), with photos, and email it to: patrick@fishmediagroup.co.uk or call 07932 608 797.

You'll get the idea of the sort of thing we are looking for by browsing through this edition of the magazine. Don't worry too much about perfect grammar or spelling - we will check it before it goes to print!

So how about it? Why not get those creative juices going, sit down and start thinking of ways in which you could publicise the part of your Local Life that is most

important to you? If you want to talk about what you have in mind, or would like some advice as to how to get the best from the topic you want aired, then please include a contact number so that we can help you.

Remember, "Life Series" set of magazines publishes articles about stories of general local interest, so please don't send us the account of great-aunt Maud's wedding or your precious oďŹ&#x20AC;spring's coming of age!

We would also be delighted to receive photographs relating to the area, illustrating aspects of local life, commerce or nature.

Again, please send your ďŹ les to the above e-mail address sorry but we are unable to accept printed media for inclusion in the magazine. In all cases, material should be

original and the work of the author/sender. Fish Media Group reserves the right to edit and/or amend any material and accepts no responsibility for errors or inaccuracies, however caused.

Origination and copyright will be acknowledged where appropriate. Usual terms and conditions apply, and are available upon request.

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WELCOME TO THE WINE FACTOR MORE WISE WORDS FROM OUR WINE CONNOISSEUR

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tephen Murphy hosts ‘e Wine Factor’ in 75 Station Road, Chingford, an independent wine shop. He has wine running through his veins having been in the business all his working life and sources wines from around the globe. e Wine Factor offers a heady range of wines and beers backed up with knowledge and expertise – it’s not just a purchase, it’s an experience. is month Stephen has selected the following wines of distinction.

Poujol Pico, 2010- Vin De Pays De L’Herault Vielles Vignes £10.00 per bottle Domaine de Poujol was bought by the Cripps family in 1994.

Robert is English, Kim is American and they farm in what was the most unlikely of places to winegrowers at the time. As the first non-French owners of a Domaine they quickly distinguished themselves by their experience and strong pioneering spirit.

Robert had been in the wine trade in Oxford eventually going on to make wine at some prestigious wineries in California. Kim had worked

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for ten years in Napa also in California. Together they had a dream of making their own wine in France. ere are floral notes with some citric fruit (lemon and lime). It’s fresh and round on the palate with some body, weight and a lengthy finish.

It also comes in a scrummy rose too.

Domaine De Saumerez, Fleur De Liz 2011, Vin De Pays De L’Herault £12.00 Just like the white above this Rose is from an area of France that you will be hearing a lot more about. Although they have been growing grapes since Roman times it is only in the last 15-20 years that winemakers have really started getting to grips with the “terroir” that this region has to offer. is wine is a blend of 90% Grenache Noir and 10% Syrah.

It is so fresh that is was being bottled on the morning that I collected it, just a few weeks ago! Strawberries, Raspberries and Grenadine on the nose, this wine has a veritable fruit salad going on and with red summer fruits in abundance on the palate, it’s perfect as an aperitif or with light salads as well as slightly spicy Asian dishes.

Both these wines will be available for tasting in store over the weekends of 21st and 28th of July – do pop in.

Parducci Pinot Noir, 2009, Mendocino County, California.

Normally £18.99 Just £12.49 to LIFE readers who bring in this article is red wine is a real blockbuster. Combining the Brashness of the US with the finesse of a Burgundy this wine will surprise a lot of people.

Pinot Noirs tend to be quite light in style but this has depth and elegance, with hints of mint, plum, dark berries with a hint of cocoa on the finish. A real star!

Michael Torino Coleccion Malbec, 2011, Calchaqui Valley, Argentina.

Normally £8.99 now £7.49 Another red Ripe Cherries with Cassis on the palate and an overtone of juicy plum. Still rich enough to stand up to the demands of Argentina’s national beef dish. A perfect introduction to the Malbec grape variety. e Malbec grape was originally in the Bordeaux region and made its way to Argentina in the late 19th Century and has forged a

home there - more so than anywhere else in the world.

A quality Malbec shows the value and intensity of Argentinean wine in general.

Beers buffs take note……

Finally, before I forget, although I would consider myself a wine merchant I also sell 100 different beers and 50 Ales from across the globe. I have just got a new shipment of beers including German Weihenstephan which is the world’s oldest brewery, dating back to 1040. Yes I couldn’t believe it either. Obviously the current stock is fresher than that as the monks continue to brew their amazing lager. On pouring you will find one of the biggest heads to any beer. Spicy banana, clove underlay the aromas with the maltiness integrating amazingly well.

Superb!

www.thewinefactor.co.uk ■

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THE KNEBWORTH COUNTRY SHOW Saturday 11 & Sunday 12 August 10:00am - 5pm each day admission: £8 family/group (4): £28 discounted tickets at:

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A wonderful event for all the family including the uniquely brilliant and stunningly entertaining Sheep Show, Polly Parrots Roadshow, Totally Falconry, Knights of Honour, The Horkesley Park Suffolk Punch Heavy Horse Display Team, Duck Herding, Ferret Racing and handling as well as Totally Terriers and many more traditional rural demos including a wheelwright, willow sculpture, braiding, pole-lathing and more. Living History Re-enactors. Marquees with arts, crafts, lifestyle and food stands. TheEvents Show Kitchen cookery demos and wine tastings too.

Traditional Punch & Judy Show, bouncy castles, fairground (charges apply) Totally Ponies and a Children’s Farm to keep your little ones engaged while you sit back enjoying a well earned cuppa or perhaps something a little more bracing and ponder how well Towser, Fido and Pongo might do on Sunday in The Companion Dog Show proceeds from which all go to Marie Curie Cancer Care and which is open to all dogs - and their companions too ... of course!

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The 2012 Summer Olympic Games are here!

Starting 27th July, and running until 12th August 2012 he Olympic Games is the biggest sporting event on the planet. With 26 sports, 10,500 athletes and millions of spectators, it’s going to be a busy summer. Giant Olympic Rings have been unveiled at Heathrow, the Host Airport of the Games, to help provide a spectacular visual welcome to athletes and visitors during London 2012.

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Along with plenty of excitement and an incredible atmosphere, the Olympic Games will bring thousands of visitors to London and the UK. This means the transport system will be extremely busy – so if you’re going to a London 2012 sports event or ceremony, it’s important to plan and book your journey well in advance. There is no spectator parking at London 2012 venues, except for a limited number of Blue badge spaces that must be booked in advance – so we recommend you go by public transport, or in many cases, walking to a London 2012 venue is much quicker and easier than you may think. As well as being a healthy, sustainable way to travel, it gives you the chance to see many sights on the way and soak up the atmosphere of being in a Host City.

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The Opening Ceremony The set for the opening scene of the Ceremony, is called ‘Green and Pleasant’. On entry to the Olympic Stadium the audience will see a scene that represents a traditional and idyllic view of the British countryside. The whole of the field of play in the Stadium will be transformed into the rolling British countryside as the London 2012 Ceremonies Team creates one of the largest sets ever built. The set will be complete with meadows, fields and rivers, and featuring families taking picnics, sport being played on the village green and farmers tilling the soil whilst real farmyard animals graze – including 12 horses, 3 cows, 2 goats, 10 chickens, 10 ducks, 9 geese, 70 sheep, and 3 sheep dogs.

be represented by their national flower – the rose of England, the thistle of Scotland, the daffodil of Wales and flax from Northern Ireland. Titled ‘Isles of Wonder’, the Olympic Opening Ceremony will open with the ringing of the largest harmonically-tuned bell in the world and is predicted to be viewed live by a worldwide TV audience of over a billion people.

The Opening Ceremony is a celebration showcasing the best of the Host Nation. It also features a parade of all competing nations and the highly anticipated entrance of the Olympic Flame, which ignites the Cauldron and signals the start of the Games.

opportunity for the world to view the artistic expression of the Artistic Director (Danny Boyle) and his team, and the culture of our Host City and the UK. There are certain elements that must feature in every Ceremony, as outlined in the International Olympic Committee (IOC) charter.

The Ceremony will provide an The artistic performance of the Ceremony then gets underway and welcomes the world to the London 2012 Games.

The Head of State of the Host Country is received at the entrance of the Olympic Stadium by the President of the IOC. For the London 2012 Olympic Opening Ceremony, Her Majesty the Queen will be greeted by Jacques Rogge.

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T The he Sports Stadium, nation by nation. Teams enter in alphabetical order, according to the language of the Host Countr y, apart from the Greek team, which enters first for the Olympics, and the team of the Host Nation (in this case Team GB), who march in last.

Games – placed in a prominent position in the stadium.

Then the oath needs to take place, so a participating athlete, judge and coach from the Host Nation stand on the rostrum and, holding a corner of the IOC flag in their lef leftt hand Once all the nations have arrived and raising their right, take the into the Stadium, LOCOG Oath, vowing to compete and Chair Seb Coe will give a speech, judge according to the r ules of their respective sport,. followed by Jacques Rogge.

They will end their speeches by The big finale is the entr ance inviting the Head of S tate to officially declare the Games open. of the O lympic F lame into the Stadium. It is passed through the Once the Games have been athletes to the final Torchbearer, who will ceremoniously light declared open, the Olympic the Cauldron, indicating the F lag is then carried into the beginning of the Games. The Stadium and hoisted into the F lame will continue to burn air as the respective Anthem is playyed. The Olympic Charter pla for the whole of the Games.

The London 2012 Olympic Games feature 26 sports, which break down into 39 disciplines.

Aquatics A Diving Swimming S Syncr onised Swimming Archery Athletics Badminton Basketball Beach Volleyball Boxing Canoeing Sprint Canoe Slalom Water polo C cling - BMX Cy C cling - Mountain biking Cy C cling - Road Cy C cling - Track Cy E Eques trian – Dressage E Eques trian – Eventing E Eques trian - Jumping Fencing Hock y Hocke Football G Gymnas tics Artistic Gymnastics Rhythmic Gymnastics T ampoline Tr Handball Judo Modern pentathlon R wing Ro Sailing

Shooting Table tennis Table Taek T aekwondo Tennis T ennis Triathlon Volleyball Weightlifting Wrestling

Paralympic P aralympic Sports There are 20 sports in the Paralympic programme for the London 2012 Games.

Paralympic Cycling breaks down into two disciplines: Road and Track.

Paralympic Archery Paralympic Athletics Boccia Paralympic Cycling – Road Paralympic Cycling – Track Paralympic Equestrian Football 5-a-side Football 7-a-side Goalball Paralympic Judo Powerlifting Paralympic Rowing Paralympic Sailing Paralympic Shooting Paralympic Swimming Tennis Paralympic Table Tennis Sitting Volleyball Wheelchair Basketball Wheelchair Fencing Wheelchair Rugby Wheelchair Tennis J U LY/A U G U S T 2 0 1 2 3 3

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VENUES of the 2012 Summer The Aquatics Centre The Aquatics Centre will be the venue for Swimming, Paralympic Swimming, Diving, Synchronised Swimming and the Aquatics discipline of the Modern Pentathlon.

Location: South-east corner of the Olympic Park. Number of events: 192. It will be the ‘gateway’ to the Olympic Park, with more than two-thirds of spectators expected to enter the Olympic Park over a vast bridge that runs over the top of part of the venue.

After the Games, The Aquatics Centre will be transformed into a facility for the local community, clubs and schools, as well as elite swimmers. The two temporary wings will be removed, although it will be possible to increase the capacity for major competitions.

The Aquatics Centre will also have a creche, family-friendly changing facilities and a cafe, alongside a new public plaza in front of the building.

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competition. Location: In the north of the Olympic Park.

Number of events: 7. It is one of the largest-ever temporary venues built for any Games. Parts of it are expected to be reused or relocated elsewhere in the UK.

county and the district of Sevenoaks.

Brands Hatch will be the base of approximately half of the course, including the start and finish. After the Games, Brands Hatch will revert to its role as one of Europe’s leading motor racing venues.

The BMX Track The BMX Track will host the Olympic BMX competition during the London 2012 Games. Location: In the north of the Olympic Park.

Number of events: 2. The 400-metre circuit is located next to the Velodrome. After the Games, the temporary seating will be removed and the BMX Track reconfigured to make it suitable for community use. It will be joined by a new mountain bike track and road-cycle circuit, forming a VeloPark precinct for cyclists of all abilities, including cycling clubs.

City of Coventry Stadium The Stadium is home to Championship club Coventry City.

It is ideally located in the centre of England, in a city which already has strong links with London 2012. The stadium will play host to 12 Football matches, including the women’s bronze medal match. After the Games, the stadium will continue to host Coventry City matches

Brands Hatch During the London 2012 Paralympic Games, the Road Cycling discipline will be held at Brands Hatch, home of numerous international racing events. Both the Road Race and Time Trial events will be held at the venue. The riders will race round a course that passes through the Kent

Earls Court In 2012, Earls Court will be transformed into a spectacular Volleyball arena ready for the Games. The Volleyball competition will have 288 athletes taking part, with the action beginning on 28th July. Earls Court is close to the Victoria and Albert, Science & Natural History Museums.

After the Games, the venue will continue as one of London’s best exhibition and event spaces.

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Olympics and Paralympics Eton Dorney, Berkshire Eton Dorney will be the venue for Rowing, Paralympic Rowing, and Canoe Sprint events, during the London 2012 Games. Eton Dorney Rowing Centre at Dorney Lake, is a world-class venue near Windsor Castle. Number of events: 30. The venue is a 2,200m, eight-lane rowing course with a separate return lane constructed to international standards. It is set in a 400-acre park with a nature conservation area. In 2006, it hosted the Rowing World Championships, with high praise from both competitors and spectators.

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Eton Manor The sporting facilities at Eton Manor will be the venue for Wheelchair Tennis. Location: In the north of the Olympic Park.

Number of events: 6. Eton Manor will have temporary training pools for participants in Aquatics events.

It will have three 50m pools for swimmers, and smaller pools for synchronised swimmers and Water Polo players. It will then host Wheelchair Tennis during the Paralympic Games, and remain a training facility for Aquatics

competitors. After the Games, It is intended that Eton Manor will be transformed into a unique mix of sporting facilities for local and regional communities, including a tennis centre with four indoor and six outdoor courts (four of which will be used for Wheelchair Tennis during the Games), a hockey centre with two competition pitches and five-a-side football pitches. The facilities will be able to accommodate elite hockey events for up to 15,000 spectators.

ExCel With it’s five arenas, ExCeL will host a total of 143 sessions across a wide range of Olympic and Paralympic sports including: Boxing, Fencing, Judo, Table Tennis, Taekwondo, Weightlifting, Wrestling, Boccia, Paralympic Table Tennis, Paralympic Judo, Paralympic Powerlifting, Sitting Volleyball, Wheelchair Fencing.

Location: ExCeL is situated near London City Airport in east London’s Royal Victoria Dock. After the Games, ExCeL will revert to its role as one of Europe’s largest and most versatile exhibition spaces.

Greenwich Park Greenwich Park is London’s oldest Royal Park, dating back to 1433. Within the Park is The Royal Observatory and the home of Greenwich Mean Time. Greenwich Park will host the Olympic and Paralympic Equestrian competitions, plus the combined running and shooting event, of the Modern Pentathlon.

Greenwich Park is on the south bank of the River Thames, in south east London. Number of events: 19. The temporary structures will be taken down after the Games.

Hadleigh Farm, Essex A new Mountain Bike course will be provided in Hadleigh Farm, Essex, with temporary grandstands and facilities to be built in the run-up to the 2012 Games.

Number of events: 2. Hadleigh Farm is owned by the Salvation Army. The venue covers a 550-acre site including beautiful grassland and woodland. It also includes the surrounding countryside of Hadleigh Castle Country Park.

Spectators will be able to watch the action along a course winding through woods and parkland.

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o lympic guide Hampden Park, Scotland Hampden Park is Scotland’s national football stadium. It recently underwent a £70m refurbishment and is situated a few miles to the south of Glasgow in Scotland.

Number of events: 2.The stadium will host a total of eight Olympic Football matches, with action in both the men’s and women’s competitions.

Hampton Court Palace, Surrey During the London 2012 Olympic Games, the Cycling Time Trial will take place on the roads around the stunning Hampton Court Palace, formerly home to many famous monarchs. Hampton Court is located in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. Hampton Court will host the start and finish of the men’s and women’s Time Trials in the Road Cycling competition. Both the men’s and women’s Time Trials are free events. Number of events: 2.

The Handball Arena The Handball Arena will be the venue for Handball, Goalball and the Fencing discipline of Modern Pentathlon. Location: In the west of the Olympic Park. The Handball Arena will host the preliminary rounds and quarter-finals of the Handball competition. It will also be the venue for the Fencing discipline of Modern Pentathlon.

In the Paralympic Games it will be the venue for Goalball. After the Games, the Handball Arena will

be adapted to become a multiuse sports centre for community use, athlete training and small to medium-sized events. It will be able to cater for a wide range of indoor sports, including basketball, handball, badminton, boxing, martial arts, netball, table tennis, wheelchair rugby and volleyball. It will also include a health and fitness club with changing facilities and a cafe for use by the local community.

Hockey Centre The temporary Hockey Centre located in the Olympic Park will have two separate pitches, one with spectator seating. The facility will also be used for Paralympic 5-a-side and 7-a-side Football.Number of events: 4. The Hockey Centre will have two pitches, one with spectator seating and one for use as a warm-up area.

As well as the Olympic Hockey competition, the facility will host Paralympic 5-a-side and 7-a-side Football. After the Games the Hockey Centre will move to the north of the Olympic Park, joining a group of facilities in the area known as Eton Manor. It will have 3,000 permanent seats with the ability to increase to up to 15,000 for major events.

Horse Guards Parade The Beach Volleyball competition will take place on the Prime Minister’s doorstep at Horse Guards Parade, at the heart of Whitehall, the political centre of the UK. It is

close to Downing Street and across St James’s Park from Buckingham Palace. A temporary arena will be built in 2012, with sand brought in to create London’s very own ‘beach’. Number of events: 2. Not surprisingly, the temporary facilities will be taken down after the Games!

Hyde Park The largest of London’s Royal Parks, Hyde Park has been open to the public since 1637. It will host the Marathon Swimming and Triathlon events. Spectators will enjoy a grandstand view of the finishing area for the London 2012 Triathlon, with many thousands more able to watch as the athletes swim, cycle and run on the course. The park is also expected to be home to the music, theatre, film and cultural events that will take place throughout the summer of 2012. Hyde Park lies within London’s West End, within easy walking distance of top class accommodation and shops. Number of events: 4. After the Games, the grandstand and course will be removed.

The Lee Valley White Water Centre, Hertfordshire Located in Hertfordshire, it will host the Canoe Slalom competition.

Located on the edge of the 1,000acre River Lee Country Park – part of the 26-mile long, 10,000-acre Lee Valley Regional Park in Hertfordshire. Number of events: 4 Two new canoe slalom courses are

being built for the Games: a 300m competition course and a 160m intermediate/training course. A new 10,000sq m lake is also being constructed. After the Games, the two courses and the facilities building will remain and the Centre will become a venue for canoeing and kayaking for the local community and visitors, and be suitable for beginners to elite athletes. It will also be a major leisure attraction for white water rafting.

Lord’s Cricket Ground Lord’s Cricket Ground has been home to cricket since 1814 and will host the Olympic Archery competition. Lord’s is in St John’s Wood, near Regent’s Park.

Comparatively little preparation will be needed to get this world-class venue ready. An Archery range will be created on the outfield of the main ground and the Nursery ground. Number of events: 4. After the Games, Lord’s will return to its traditional role as the home of cricket, providing a base for the Marylebone Cricket Club and Middlesex County Cricket Club.

Archery equipment from the training, warm up and competition venues will be given to clubs and schools across the country.

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The Mall During the London 2012 Games, the Olympic and Paralympic Marathons and the Olympic Cycling Road Races will start and finish in The Mall – an iconic location in the heart of London.

Following the celebrations to mark the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and birthday in 2012, there will be a period of 36 days in which to erect the required temporary seating, scoreboards, video boards, tents, cabins and generators. The Marathons are free events, but spectators can apply for tickets to some viewing areas. The same applies to the Race Walks and Road Cycling races. Number of events: 11.

After the Games, all the temporary structures will be dismantled and The Mall returned to its usual state.

The Millennium Stadium, Cardiff The Millennium Stadium is located on the banks of the River Taff, right in the heart of the Welsh capital, Cardiff. The Millennium Stadium has the honour of hosting the very first event of the Olympic Games, with women’s Football matches starting on 25th July. It will also host the men’s bronze medal match. It was announced in November 2011 that both the men’s and women’s

Great Britain teams will play group matches at the stadium. Number of events: 2. After the Games, the venue will continue to be used as the home of the Welsh football and rugby teams.

men’s and women’s competitions.

It was announced in November 2011 that the men’s Great Britain team will play a group match at the stadium. Number of events: 2

Olympic Stadium The Olympic Stadium will host the Athletics and Paralympic Athletics events, as well as the Opening and Closing Ceremonies. Number of events: 208. The Stadium will Olympic and Paralympic have a capacity of 80,000 during Village North Greenwich Arena the Games: 25,000 permanent The vibrant Olympic and Originally built for the Millennium seats in its permanent lower tier, Paralympic Village will be located in and a temporary lightweight steel celebrations, North Greenwich the Olympic Park. It will comprise Arena has been transformed into a and concrete upper tier holding a sports and entertainment arena with residential apartments for around further 55,000 spectators that can be 17,000 athletes and officials, along shops, restaurants and more. North removed after the Games. with shops, restaurants, medical, Greenwich Arena will host Artistic After the Games, the Stadium is Gymnastics, Trampoline Gymnastics media and leisure facilities and designed to be flexible enough to large areas of open space. Athletes and the Basketball finals during the accommodate a number of different will have easy access to the travel Olympic Games and then, a few requirements and capacities in legacy. and leisure facilities of the adjacent weeks later, Wheelchair Basketball It will continue to be a venue for Stratford City complex, and the during the Paralympic Games. sport and athletics, as well as cultural North Greenwich Arena sits on the High Speed 1 Javelin® shuttle and community events – leaving a service will link the Village to central lasting legacy. point of the Greenwich peninsula, right on the Meridian Line. Number London in just seven minutes. of events: 20. When the London The Royal Artillery 2012 Games are over, the North After the Games, the Olympic and Barracks Greenwich Arena will revert to Paralympic Village will be a lasting The Royal Artillery Barracks being a multi-faceted music, sports legacy of essential new housing for will be the venue for Shooting, and entertainment venue. east London. It will be transformed Paralympic Shooting and into 2,800 new homes, including Paralympic Archery. Location: Old Trafford, Manchester 1,379 affordable homes. The On the edge of Woolwich One of the most famous football communities that develop in the area Common in south east London. grounds in the world, the ‘Theatre after the Games will be supported by Number of events: 36. The of Dreams’ is home to Manchester new parks, open space, transport links, London port of Woolwich has United Football Club. Old Trafford and community facilities including a long military history and the will host nine Football matches Chobham Academy – a world-class construction of the current Royal during the Olympic Games, new education campus with 1,800 Artillery Barracks buildings including a semi-final in both the places for students aged 3-19. began in 1776. Four temporary J U LY/A U G U S T 2 0 1 2 3 7

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inside. The back-of-house area – including broadcast, catering and security facilities – will be shared with the Basketball Arena to make efficient use of space.

Water Polo Arena The temporary Water Polo Arena on the Olympic Park will host both the men’s and women’s Water Polo competitions. It will contain a warm-up pool and a competition pool. The Aquatics Centre and Water Polo Arena will be adjacent to each other in one of the most compact areas of the Olympic Park. The Water Polo Arena will be taken down after the Games. Elements of the venue are expected to be reused or relocated elsewhere in the UK. Wembley Arena Wembley Arena will host the Badminton and Rhythmic Gymnastics events. Number of events: 7. The Badminton World Championships took place at the venue in August 2011, acting as a test event for the Games. Around 6,000 spectators will be able to enjoy the action during the Olympic Badminton and Rhythmic Gymnastics competitions.

indoor ranges for Pistol and Rifle Shooting will be built together with outdoor shotgun ranges for Trap and Skeet events. After the Games, London 2012 is working with the Government and other key parties to identify opportunities where elements of the venue and sports equipment could be reused after the Games.

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football club, St James’ Park has hosted many exciting matches, and has a great atmosphere created by fans – so it is well prepared for what’s to come in 2012. St James’ Park will host a total of nine matches, including a quarter-final in both the men’s and women’s competitions.

Velodrome The Velodrome will host Track Cycling and Paralympic Track

Cycling. The Velodrome’s concrete lower tier will have 3,500 seats located around the track. A further 2,500 seats will be suspended in two upper tiers within the two curves of the venue’s roof. In between the lower and upper tiers there will be a glass wall, giving spectators a 360-degree view across the Olympic Park and allowing people outside the venue to see the sporting action taking place

Wembley Stadium Wembley is the biggest of the six stadiums staging the London 2012 Olympic Games Football competition. It will host the gold medal events in both the Men’s and Women’s competition. It was announced in November 2011 that both the men’s and women’s Great Britain teams will play group matches at the stadium. The new stadium’s arch soars over 130m into the sky, more than four times the height of the towers of the old Wembley Stadium. Each seat has an unrestricted view of the pitch and plenty of leg room. Number of events: 2 Wimbledon Wimbledon is the home of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club and the setting for the famous Wimbledon tennis tournament since 1877.

The London 2012 Olympic Games Tennis competition will

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STADIUM S TADIUM B BY Y NIGHT take place just three weeks after after the end of the annual grand slam tournament. W imbledon is in south w est L ondon, near Richmond Park and the World Heritage Site of Ke w Gardens.

Number of e vents: 5 ortland, Weymouth & P Weymouth Portland, Dorset Weymouth Ba Bayy and Portland Harbour will be the v enue ffor or the Olympic and Paralympic Sailing competitions. Location: Dorset, on the south coast of England. Number of events: 13. Weymouth and Portland provides some of the best natural sailing waters in the UK, with facilities on land to match.

Weymouth and Portland Bay Bay is a natural amphitheatre and there are several vantage points to watch the Sailing events from if you do not have a ticket.

The L ocal Authority will be also providing a big screen to watch the Games coverage on Weymouth beach, and putting on a range of free sporting and cultural activities.

There is no seated ticketing for for the Sailing event, so spectators will be sitting on the ground or standing.. Af After ter the Games, The National Sailing Academy will benefit from the improved facilities that the Games will leave behind, providing a state-of-the-art facilit cilityy for for elite training, competition and local community use.

2012 LONDON 2012 THE LONDON MEDALS OLYMPIC OLYMPIC MEDALS In 2010, it was announced that the Royal Mint would produce the medals ffor or the Olympic and Paralympic Games.The

medals are 7mm thick and weigh betw bet ween 375-400g. Each medal will have the sport and the discipline engraved on the rim.

Like the last fe few Olympic medal designs the front will once again have Greek goddess of victor y, Nike, stepping from Parthenon.

The reverse side has the Games logo, and a ribbon depicting the River Thames with a grid symbolising pulling together and radiating energ y. The medals will have a purple ribbon attached to them which symbolises Royalt yaltyy and protocol.

LONDON 2012 2012 FESTIVAL LONDON FESTIV TIVAL AL Get in the parttyy spirit!

The biggest ffestival estival the UK has ever seen! Leading artists from all over the world will for come together with a chance for ever yone to get into the spirit of London 2012 through dance,

music, theatre, the visual arts, film and digital innovation and leave a lasting legacy for for the arts in the UK. The London 2012 Festival runs until 9th September 2012 – the last day day of the London 2012 Paralympic Games.

There are more than 10 million free tickets and opportunities to take part in 12,000 events, with performances at 900 venues in villages, towns and cities all over the UK, including 137 world premieres and 85 UK premieres.

Please see www.london2012f .london2012fest estiival est al.. co.uk for for more more det details. ails.

We w elcome millions of people to London and the UK for for an unforg unf orgettable experience…The London 2012 Olympics.

TEAM GB Although we are waiting for all of the Team GB squad to be officially confirmed, there are some stars we are pinning our hopes on to take us to Olympic gold!

MO FARAH FARAH L LONG ONG DIS DISTANCE TANCE With World Championship gold for the 5,000m and silver for 10,000m plus setting two new British records last year, this man is fast!

D DAI AI GREEN 400 METRE HURDLES The 25 year old was one of just two British athletes to celebrate a win at the 2011 World Championships, and is already European and Commonwealth Champion. Hopefully we will be jumping for joy when he jumps for glory.

HEPTA ATHLON She is former world JESSICA HEPTATHLON JES SICA ENNIS HEPT heptathlon champion and current world indoor pentathlon champion. Hugely talented.

ALASTAIR & JONNY BRO WNLEE TRIA THLON The brothers ALASTAIR BROWNLEE TRIATHLON came first and second in the 2011 World Championships. So between them, we hope they can achieve gold and silver!

BETH TWEEDLE G YMNASTICS With three world titles and GYMNASTICS six European gold medals there are high hopes for Beth.

BEN AINSLIE S AILING The most successful British SAILING yachtsman in history ory,, so hopefully it will be plain sailing all the way for Ben! REBEC CA ADLING TON S WIMMING. At 22, she is the first REBECCA ADLINGTON SWIMMING British swimmer to win two gold medals since 1908, and is Britain’s most successful swimmer in over 100 years.

T OM DALEY DALEY DIVING Britain’s youngest-ever world champion TOM in an Olympic sport when he won gold on the 10m platform in 2009, at just 15. Now at 17, we hope he will do it again.

CAVENDISH VENDISH RO AD RA CE C YCLING The 2011 Road MARK CA ROAD RACE CYCLING World Champion was Britain’s first world road race champion for 46 years, and is favourite to win gold for GB. YCLING The first Briton for a century to win YC SIR CHRIS HO HOY CYCLING three golds at one Olympics (Beijing, 2008). He now boasts four Olympic and 10 world titles.

YCLING Victoria won gold in ORIA PENDLET ON C VICTORIA PENDLETON CYCLING VICT

Beijing and received an MBE for her sporting achievements.

AND Y MURRAY MURRAY TENNIS Let’s hope the Scot can play an ace ANDY and clinch a gold for Britain.

S TEFANIE TEF ANIE REID P ARAL ARALYMPIC YMPIC L ONG-JUMP AND SPRINT STEFANIE PARALYMPIC LONG-JUMP Achieved bronze in Beijing & 2011 World Championships, and is 2010 Long Jump World Record holder. She has a great sense of humour and has legs for every occasion - including a water leg, a high-heel leg, an everyday leg, a general sports leg and a cheetah leg, which she wears for competition.

ARAL ARALYMPIC YMPIC MARA THON & 200M RICHARD WHITEHEAD P PARALYMPIC MARATHON Richard is a congenital double amputee, and is World Record Holder for 400m, 200m and Marathon.

SHELLY SHELL YW ARAL ARALYMPIC YMPIC WHEEL OODS P CHAIR RA CING WOODS PARALYMPIC WHEELCHAIR RACING Shelly Woods is one of Britain’s top wheelchair racers, and she currently holds the British records in the 400m, 800m, 1500m, 5000m and marathon.

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SHAPE UP FOR SUMMER TRANSFORM YOUR BODY IN TIME FOR BIKINI SEASON. LISA HAYNES REVEALS HOW TO BE A HOLIDAY HEAD-TURNER.

Bad news for all those planning a slinky swimsuit regime - the longest day of summer has officially been and gone.

So if you haven't already started thinking about your beach body, now's definitely the time to mark your bikini SOS plan on the calendar, especially if last year's costume is feeling a little too snug! e dreaded flesh-flaunting season means bikini angst for more than half of women (53%) who say they feel less confident about their bodies in the summer months, a survey by Nurture skincare reveals.

Yet dedicating just an extra hour or so per week to your beauty routine can really yield results.

TONE TACTICS More than 54% of women feel most self-conscious about their stomachs, according to Slendertone.

Being an enthusiastic gym bunny is the first step (or skip/jog/sprint) towards a slimline figure, but achieving a flat stomach doesn't start and end with exercise.

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"Cut out sugar, alcohol and carbs and start taking a probiotic supplement approximately two weeks before your holiday to help boost levels of friendly bacteria in your digestive system, which can help reduce bloating," advises Fiona Hunter, nutritionist for Simple cosmetics.

Avoid faddy diets, too, if you want to keep your skin smooth and supple. "Yo-yo dieting is bad for your skin because you end up becoming deficient in key nutrients, which can loosen the skin's elasticity and make it sag," she says.

Familiarise yourself with a circulation-boosting body brush and follow with a firming cream and twice-daily massage to help keep your skin taught and toned.

SKIN PERFECTING Even the slimmest of us suffer with imperfections that can make stripping off at the pool a daunting affair.

Cellulite and stretch marks are linked with hormonal and genetic factors, so some people are much more prone than others.

Stretch marks usually appear after rapid weight gain or loss, with the most common affected areas being breasts, bum, thighs, hips and stomach.

"For best results treat stretch marks when they first appear pink and are early in development," recommends Sally Penford, education manager at the International Dermal Institute.

"Moisturise three times a day to help the skin become more pliant, hydrated and better able to stretch. Look for skin products that contain vitamin E, cocoa butter, shea butter, omega-3, wheat germ oil and hyaluronic acid." ere are laser treatments available which promise to blast away cellulite and stretch marks, but there are no guarantees they'll vanish completely.

SMOOTH OPERATOR ere's nothing worse than looking down from your sunlounger and seeing flashes of unsightly stubble on your legs.

Ditch the razor blade. Sunlight exposes re-growth even more than usual, so if you haven't had time to squeeze in lengthy and expensive laser hair removal sessions, waxing will keep body hair at bay for longer than shaving.

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Alley Laundry, Parissa's waxing guru, says: "e first time you wax will likely be the most sensitive but it gets easier over time. Any discomfort only lasts for a couple seconds and the smooth results last for weeks.

"It's all about choosing the right product for you. If you're a beginner, I suggest starting with pre-waxed strips that are ready to use - just press on and zip off - no heating or fussing required."

Wax strips are also suitcase friendly so ideal for touch-ups when travelling.

GET YOUR GLOW ON If all fails on your bikini body mission, cheat with a self-tan. Darker skin and shading in the right areas automatically makes your limbs look leaner.

After you've applied a base layer of subtle tan, wait 10 minutes for it to soak in before applying a second tactical coat of spray tan on the areas you want to slim.

"To create the illusion of a slimmer waist, spray the self-tan directly onto the hip area and around onto the side navel," suggests Famous Dave celebrity tanning artist Amanda Harrington.

"Wipe in large sweeping motions with a tanning mitt to blend into your base layer of tanning cream. Spray onto the upper sides of the navel to create the darker edges down the sides of your silhouette." e same principles apply to create the illusion of longer legs.

Spray tan onto the sides of the thigh from hip to knee, then use long strokes up and down with your tanning mitt until completely blended. Also spray the back of the calves, and upwards, to slim down the backs of your legs.

TRIED & TESTED Give your beach body a boost with a daily firming potion. Our testers try out three variants: Nivea Q10 Plus Firming Body Oil, £6.63 (nationwide) is oil is a bit of a miracle because it actually did what it promised.

My skin felt firmer after applying it for about two weeks. Despite the oily feel on application, it didn't feel greasy for long and smells heavenly. 4/5 ETAT PUR B60 Firming Reshaping Body Care, £14.70 (www.etatpur.co.uk) e cream absorbed quickly into the skin and I could feel the solution instantly tighten. After several weeks of use, my tum and bum felt a lot firmer and my thighs looked more toned. 4/5 Darphin Nourishing and Firming Velvet Cream, £39 (0870 034 2566/www.darphin.co.uk) Despite looking thick and buttery in the pot, this luxurious cream absorbed quickly into my skin so I'm able to get dressed immediately. My skin felt firmer after use but sadly the product didn't work any long-term miracles. 3/5 BUY IT NOW Celebrate the start of Wimbledon season with Alberto Balsam's delicious limited edition, and lather up with the Strawberries & Cream Shampoo and Conditioner, £1.07 each (nationwide).

BEAUTY BULLETIN Home maintenance Single ladies spend 30% longer getting ready than those who have said "I do". Unmarried women spend an average of 11 minutes longer preening before heading into work, compared to a married woman, according to a new survey by Scholl. Anna Kovaleva, Scholl spokeswoman, says: "e research shows that single women act on the desire to look great from top-to-toe and prioritise their time accordingly."

Married women spend 24 minutes on their hair and make-up for a big night out, compared to 42 minutes for singletons.

Recessionista alert Forget sky-high holiday prices - Debenhams is bringing vacation glamour to the UK by offering duty-free prices on hundreds of top name cosmetics, skincare and fragrances. Customers can snap up these red-hot deals in store, online and via phone apps (www.debenhams.com) ■

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Ash Parmar Q&A WITH “THE EXTREME MAKEOVER” COSMETIC DENTIST ASH PARMAR TOOTH WEAR People are living longer these days. With advancements in healthcare such as fluoridated toothpastes and better hygiene care, teeth are also lasting longer.

However, through “wear and tear”, teeth are often worn away, and this leads to a number of problems. I would like to deal with the management of worn and discoloured teeth in this edition.

WHY DO TEETH WEAR AWAY? Teeth are covered by a very strong, protective outer layer called enamel. is enamel can be damaged in one of two ways: attrition (which is when teeth grind against each other) or erosion (which is when acid damages or erodes the enamel away). Once the inner layer called dentine is exposed, the teeth wear away much faster as dentine is a lot softer than enamel. A useful analogy is to compare enamel to granite and dentine to chalk.

WHO IS MORE AT RISK FROM WEARING TEETH DOWN? People who clench or grind their teeth (especially at night whilst asleep) put excessive forces on the teeth. is can lead to extra stresses being placed on the teeth as well as on the fillings. is results in cracks in the teeth and also actual chipping away of the outer enamel layer. is has a net result of shortening the teeth, which makes them less attractive and more sensitive.

Acid can also ERODE teeth away. Acid can either come via the diet, or from within the body. Foods and drinks that

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cause damage to the enamel are citric fruits, fruit juices, fizzy drinks, and excessive alcohol.

Conditions such as anorexia, gastro-oesophageal reflux and pregnancy vomiting can also take their toll on teeth!

CAN A “WRONG BITE” CAUSE TEETH TO WEAR AWAY? Yes. If someone has “bite interferences” on one of the back teeth i.e. the teeth don’t fit properly and slide into an abnormal biting pattern, then this can lead to an altered functional pattern of chewing. is will cause the edges of the enamel on the front teeth to wear away. Also, if there are some back teeth missing, then the chewing pressure is far greater on the front teeth and this will also cause damage. e solution for these problems is to make minor bite adjustments to get harmonious movements of teeth over each other when chewing, and to replace missing teeth at the back with implants or bridges to improve the function.

WHAT IS THE BEST TREATMENT FOR WORN TEETH? Teeth that have been damaged by grinding and acid, require comprehensive dentistry to achieve the bite to be reconstructed to how it was.

Crowns and porcelain veneers are often used to improve the appearance, health and function of the teeth. e earlier treatment is carried out, the better the long term results.

For people that grind their teeth, it is important to provide a protective mouth guard made from plastic. is is worn at

night-time and prevents teeth grinding against the opposing teeth. In this way, no further damage can occur. For people with acid erosion, it is vital to identify the causes and alter the diet accordingly, or get professional help and advice from the medical practitioner for a medical cause of acid production e.g. from the stomach.

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WHAT IS THE BEST PLACE TO START? Without a doubt – having a detailed dental assessment, which includes photographs, X-rays, impressions for making duplicate models of your teeth, etc. I offer one of the most comprehensive assessments in the UK. e advantage of this is that you will have the best advice and treatment options available in modern dentistry. My goal is to deliver a healthy, long lasting and attractive smile to suit your face, age and personality. I only work with very skilled and experienced master ceramist technicians that create truly artistic crowns and veneers.

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HOW CAN MODERN EQUIPMENT HELP? Smile Design By Ash is one of the few practices in the UK that has advanced computerized bite evaluation equipment called T Scan. is is one of the best bite checking technologies in the world of dentistry. We can accurately measure the bite forces between the teeth electronically. is valuable information then helps us to sort out bite problems definitively.

Once the bite is balanced, then the damaged teeth can be repaired or treated to achieve a healthy situation again.

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Plant stem cells never undergo the aging process which is great news for anti aging skin care range Suisse Absolue.

Plants immortally give rise to new specialised and unspecialised cells and they have the potential to grow into any organ, tissue or cell in the body.

Unlike animals plants are not mobile, as they cannot escape from danger they have a special mechanism to withstand environmental stresses such as extreme wind, pollution etc. Plants have been around for billions of years and they are the oldest largest living organism on the earth, they are true survival artists.

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Hydra symbol in the range helps dry skin and the pure symbol helps oily skins, vital symbol in the range lifts and firms the skin and reduces the depth of folds and wrinkles. e range contains the five finest herbs from the Swiss mountains.

EDELWEISS Helps to protect cells and tissues, helps to normalise irritated skin, anti inflammatory and anti aging benefits, because edelweiss grows in harsh climates it produces high concentrations of leontopodic acids a and b which are protective substances produced by the plant to protect itself from the harsh environment making it a powerful antioxidant.

Plant stem cells can create proteins, carbohydrates and lipids to help repair fine lines, wrinkles and maintain firmness, elasticity, making the skin more moist and youthful in texture and appearance.

Flowers are adored for their fragrance, visual beauty and metaphorical meaning to our lives, added to skincare range

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BUTTERFLY BUSH An anti inflammatory extract combats hazardous UVB , acts as a protection shield for the skin.

NARROW LEAVED PLANTAIN Contains high levels of antioxidants and helps to delay skin aging also increases collagen synthesis.

MALLOW Relieves irritations to the skin and improves moisture levels in the skin’s upper layers.

WILLOW HERB Helps to regulate sebum production with natural acids to help keep the skin clear from oil.

In all the serums hyaluronic acid is present, this substance is found in our own skin, by applying a serum after cleansing and or toning it helps to keep the skin moisturised and looking and feeling plumper as well as protected. Serums are great as they actually enter into the skin rather than sitting on the top of the skin.

Very thick creams can be pore blocking which can make your skin look dull, applying a serum and/or a moisturiser is better than applying a heavy cream.

CREAM VITAL + £50 is 24 hour cream reduces the depth of lines and creases and has a lifting effect on the skin, with added colostrum extract it feeds and nourishes the skin.

EYE VITAL+ £35 Delays the signs of premature aging to the delicate eye area, reduces dark shadows, rings and swelling under the eye area.

STEM CELL VITAL + £45 Express lifting serum for demanding skin, visible lifting effect on the skin, wrinkles are less visible and the complexion regains its radiance.

SERUM VITAL + £40 Delays the initial signs of aging, helps to lift out folds and creases in the skin and boosts the skins immune system.

SERUM HYDRA + £35 Serum for dry skin, with a moisture retention complex, protects the skin from free radicals.

SERUM PURE+ £35 Suitable for oily and combination skin, helps to regulate sebum production so ideal for acne sufferers and congested skin, with hyaluronic acid to help moisturise without making the skin greasy, great for anti aging also.

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TREATMENT

is lady came to see me to discuss ways to look less tired and her own words washed out!

First treatment cheek enhancement with dermal fillers and first medium depth chemical peel

She had lots of family celebrations coming up and wanted people to tell her she looked well, she was worried about looking false or un natural, I suggested to create stronger cheek definition to give a mid face lift, muscle relaxing injection to frown, forehead, crows feet , two medium depth chemical peels for skin texture and two dermal roller treatments for plumping and tightening the skin.

Two weeks later second medium depth peel and muscle relaxing injections ree weeks later first dermal roller treatments Six weeks later dermal roller treatment BEFORE

HOME CARE PRODUCTS ● Cleanser hydra Suisse Absolue ● Tonic hydra suiss Absolue ● Stem cell vital serum Suisse Absolue ● Cream vital Suisse Absolue ● Eye vital Suisse Absolue ● Heliocare gel 50 spf

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TREATMENT

is lady came for a consultation with me she complained of looking tired and felt that her face was starting to sho signs of falling. Her skin felt dry, she had open pores and fine lines and wanted to look brighter and fresher. She was adamant that she wanted a natural look.

First treatment Dermal fillers to cheek area, nose to mouth lines combined with first dermal roller

Treatments suggested were dermal fillers to cheeks and nose to mouth lines, muscle relaxing injections to brow lift and frown lines, crows feet and jawline. A course of three dermal roller treatments and filler to reshape lip border without creating. volume.

6 weeks later second dermal roller and muscle relaxing injections 6 weeks after final dermal roller and lip reshaping with dermal roller HOME CARE PRODUCTS ● Cleanse hydra Suisse Absolue ● Serum vital Suisse Absolue ● Cream medium Suisse Absolue ● Eye vital Suisse Absolue ● Cream tintt SPF 15 Suisse Absolue

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ONLINE SHOP NOW OPEN www.perfect-skin.co.uk/shop For more information 07508 404862 info@perfect-skin.co.uk www.perfect-skin.co.uk ■ Frances Furlong J U LY/A U G U S T 2 0 1 2 4 5

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BAD BACK ?

THE CHIGWELL PRACTICE

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higwell born and bred Robert Shanks is the co-founding Clinical Director of Spine Plus, a group of clinics based in London and Essex (including Chigwell Osteopathy & Physiotherapy Practice) offering innovative multi-disciplinary treatment approaches for back pain, neck pain and other musculoskeletal complaints. As well as being an Osteopath, Robert is a qualified Pilates instructor and medical acupuncturist.

In February Robert was the opening speaker at the 2012 “BACK SHOW” where he spoke on modern treatment options for intervertebral disc problems. More recently Robert and his Spine Plus colleague, Darren Chandler have joined forces with pioneering endoscopic spinal surgeon Martin Knight and top pain consultant Chris Jenner to form e Harley Street Integrated Spine Clinic due to open in September 2012.

Q Why are back problems so common?

Many people have weak core muscles and if you injure your back these muscles tend to switch off and can remain switched off even if the pain improves. In addition, most people do not know how to sit or lift. ey may have heard of “bend your knees and not your back” but it’s not quite as simple as that.

Q What causes back pain? ere can be many potential sources of back pain, muscles can become strained, tight or knotted; the small facet joints along the spine can become locked out of place or subject to wear and tear; and / or the discs separating the bones in the spine can become torn or bulge which can put pressure on the nerve roots forming part of the sciatic nerve running down the back of the leg, this is the most common cause of “sciatica”.

Q So what is the best way to diagnose back problems?

My colleagues and I all try and stick to the good old fashioned principles of a thorough examination, testing reflexes, whole body posture (even the feet), testing the individual movements at each level of the spine and looking for adverse tension and “trigger

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Robert Shanks

with a patient on the new IDD mach ine

points” with the spinal muscles. MRI scans are also very useful for looking inside the spine, and can give valuable information on the health of the discs and joints of the spine. Sadly in this day and age of budget cuts and time pressures within the NHS this thorough approach is often neglected.

Q My friend has been told they need a spinal fusion operation, what does that involve? ere are actually several types of "fusion" operation. Access to the spine can either be from the front (ALIF), from the back (PLIF) or side (TLIF and XLIF) depending on the surgeons preference and training. ey all involve removing a damaged disc and replacing it with bone graft then fusing the two vertebral bones either side of the disc space together with the aid of surgical screws. ese types of operation are usually reserved for patients with severely worn discs, or for patients with discogenic pain who have not responded to other treatments. In the case of the latter however most surgeons would advise exhausting all treatment options before considering a fusion as there is a risk that by fusing and preventing any movement between two segments of the spine this can cause adjacent segments to suffer premature wear and tear (adjacent level disease). Last year we installed an IDD computerised spinal distraction machine at our Chigwell clinic, we are one of seven clinics clinics in the UK to have one of these machines, it is proving to be a real alternative for many of our patients with degenerative discs, some of whom have been able to cancel their planned surgery.

Chigwell Osteo & Physio Practice 2a Oak Lodge Avenue Chigwell Essex 1G7 5HZ 02085010937 www,spineplus.co.uk ■

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NANNY PAT WITH ASH

Ash Parmar

PERFECTING THE ESSEX SMILE AND THE ONLY WAY IS ESSEX! ESSEX IS CERTAINLY THE BEST PLACE FOR FASHION, STYLE AND CELEBRITIES. “ere is only one thing in the world worse than being talked about, and that is not being talked about.”

Oscar Wilde Observed, emulated, admired and controversial, everybody seems to be talking about Essex. Birds of a Feather started the television interest in Chigwell and then Footballers’ Wives filmed in Repton Park.

More recently, e Only Way is Essex, award winning TV reality show where Essex is personified as glamorous, exciting and the trend setter; especially with respect to tans and teeth. Allegedly, Kate Middleton watches TOWIE too. Perhaps the inspiration behind her gleaming white smile is also TOWIE and Ash Parmar…

A great smile equals great teeth. As most of us know, only a minority are born with the perfect and brilliant smile, nature sometimes needs a helping hand, so when it comes to aesthetic perfection and top

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quality oral health, we have Ash Parmar at Smile Design by Ash. Ash Parmar’s clients from TOWIE include: Georgina Dorsett, James ‘Arg’ Argent and Nanny Pat. GEORGINA DORSETT described her experience as “Brilliant”. As for the practice: “Everyone is so nice. ey make you feel like you’re at home and they’re just very easy to speak to. e atmosphere was comfortable and relaxing. I was put at ease before any treatment took place.”

Being a celebrity means being selective about the professionals behind any cosmetic or medical treatment. As an experienced cosmetic dentist with an internationally respected reputation – Ash Parmar – is e Dentist behind the smiles…

“I am really happy with Ash as a dentist and would recommend to everyone. I went to the practice for general dentistry - they really know exactly what they’re talking about. e treatment will help me to continue feeling good about myself with a healthy smile and teeth.

I’m also really excited about my work with Littlewoods.”

JAMES ‘ARG’ ARGENT So where did the professional relationship start with Ash and TOWIE? From an initial conversation with James ‘Arg’ Argent. He wanted to improve his smile with a look that was “half way from Brentwood to Hollywood”. Ash Parmar transformed his front four crooked and yellowish teeth to straight and white veneer perfection. His looks have certainly improved and he is now more like James ‘Arg’ Bond!

BEFORE TREATMENT

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health beauty “I don’t stop smiling. I love them and am feeling more confident! is was the right and perfect time to have veneers because I’ve lost weight too. I think Ash is great and it was because I was so happy, that I recommended that Nanny Pat should go to Smile Design by Ash.” NANNY PAT Having seen the results for Georgina and ‘Arg’, she was encouraged to address her own dental problems. Her teeth were quite old and one tooth was missing. She needed to have impressions, an X-Ray and additional appointments to construct the new cosmetic dentures. e procedure was filmed and recently televised.

THE TEAM

NANNY PAT'S BEFORE AND AFTER DENTURES

Speaking about this new patient, Ash commented: “We treat all patients as if they’re a family member. We take care of them, listen to their concerns and help them to relax and even enjoy the treatments. Nanny Pat is a wonderful lady – she became ‘our’ Nanny Pat too.”

“Although I was nervous, there was no pain. It all happened so quickly and I’m absolutely over the moon. Ash was fantastic and the practice is amazing. ey made me feel very welcome… it’s more like a hotel than a dental practice and now I feel like a million dollars.”

Talking about her concerns, Nanny Pat added: “I was nervous as to how long it would take to get used to the dentures but I needn’t have worried. It was immediate. I’m so happy. My new book ‘Penny Sweets and Cobbled Streets’ is published in August. My new smile is just in time for the book launch. ank you Ash.” Speaking about his practice and patients, Ash Parmar commented: “All our patients are very special people. I established this practice with the view to helping people. A lot of time, effort and attention to even the smallest of details were carefully considered. For instance, the best equipment, luxury massage chair in the relaxation area and even aromatherapy candles to mask that dental smell.” He smiles and points to the strategically placed, flickering candles which add to the spa ambience that permeates all the patient areas.

As for the future: “It’s about comfort, relaxation and then looking forward to the benefits our patients can enjoy. It might be important treatment for health reasons, cosmetic dentistry or teeth whitening because people want to feel better about themselves. We’re here, we listen and deliver results. Our reputation is based upon what our patients, say about us…”

GEORGINA DORSETT

LIMITED AND EXCLUSIVE OFFER Free initial consultation with ASH PARMAR. Offer includes consultation worth £95 plus scanning large X-Ray and digital photographs.

Only available for enquiries made before 15th August 2012.

QUOTE REFERENCE: TOWIE Exclusive.

Please call: 020 8500 0544 to make an appointment Or Email: care@smiledesignbyash.co.uk FREE PARKING AVAILABLE SMILE DESIGN BY ASH, 6 Chigwell Rise, Chigwell, Essex IG7 6AB www.smiledesignbyash.co.uk ■

JAMES ARGENT

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THE ULTIMATE IN PET CARE WITH ANIMALS AT HOME Animals at Home is a nationwide pet care company, specialising in all types of pet care and pet transportation services throughout the UK. Nicole Goodings owns and runs the West Essex franchise based in Buckhurst Hill. She is fully trained in animal handling and first aid by River Bank Veterinary hospital so you can be assured your pets get the best of care and any medication they need while you’re away.

environment with many other cats within sight and earshot which, owing to the very solitary nature of the species would be stressful”.

Nicole says “My aim is to make sure your pets stay happy and healthy while you are away by providing a top class, tailor made service for all your pet’s needs.

I will ensure minimal disruption to their routine whenever you can’t be with them.”

Animals at Home are the preferred partner supplying Pet taxi & Holiday care for Companion Care, a nationwide chain of vets in Pets at Home stores. We are also the only Pet Care Company recommended by First Choice and omson holidays.

Dog walking Regular dog walkers are available for while you’re at work to break up your best friend’s day, or just an occasional walk when you haven’t got the time. ere is also the option of individual or small group walks where your dog can socialise, make friends and play.

All Animals at Home Franchisees are currently being trained to a high level as Pet Nutritionists and can supply you with organic, allergy-free foods and supplements at reasonable prices.

Doggie Day Care is available if your pooch has separation anxiety or you have a day out planned.

For more information call Nicole 07956 653 676 or via email at info@westessex.animalsathome.co.uk alternatively visit the website at www.westessex.animalsathome.co.uk ■

Host family boarding with accredited host families is a great alternative to kennels. Your best friend stays in a loving family home with experienced dog owners, where they get lots of interaction and TLC as well as daily walks in the local nature reserve and Epping Forest.

Pet sitting & Cat care Animals at Home look after all pets in their own home while their owners are away. Not only cats and dogs but rabbits and hamsters to birds and fish.

Nicole and a small friendly team of fully insured, police checked carers provide a great alternative to a cattery, caring for your cat in its own home, where it feels safe, comfortable and can stick with its own routine.

Vet Dr. Tim Watson, BVM&S MRCVS recommends Animals at Home cat-sitting service saying: “Cats are independent creatures and often choose to spend time alone even when they don’t have to, so reduced social interactions are not normally a problem for most cats, but they would be terribly distressing for dogs. In my opinion most cats would remain more relaxed at home when visited twice daily to be played with and left mentally challenging toys that rewarded them with some food, instead of being shut into a smaller

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Pet Transportation Animals at Home can transport your pet locally for a quick trip to the vet or anywhere throughout the UK, in specially adapted & equipped DEFRA-approved animal ambulances.

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TESTIMONIALS FROM HAPPY CUSTOMERS. “Animals at home have made our lives perfect.

We were worried about leaving Alfie at home and who would walk him; when we found Nicole we knew that Alfie couldn’t be in better hands. Nicole is always on time and very reliable and Alfie loves going out with her. On the occasions I have been at home his tails starts to wag as soon as he hears the door; he is ready to go out and have fun meeting the other doggie,s and comes back tuckered out. She truly loves the dogs she cares for. Alfie and I couldn’t be without her service. Being in the animal industry myself I have no hesitation in recommending her to friends and colleagues. Thank you so much for all your help.”

ERYN& ALFIE

“Thank you for looking after Pippa…!! The photo and milk were very welcome and a lovely touch. Pippa was pleased to see me home and has not stopped talking! Once more thank you and I will certainly tell my friends about your excellent service.

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INTRODUCING JUST ADD WATER

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ust Add Water - not only a name but good advice too. You’ll certainly become overwhelmed by the range, style and extent of the bathroom displays and fittings to be seen at any of our showrooms.

At Just Add Water you’ll find a wide selection of sanitaryware from brand leaders such as Ideal Standard, Duravit, Twyfords, Grohe and Hansgrohe to name just a few, as well as products created by renowned designers like Philippe Starck, Norman Foster and Robin Levien. We can also provide you with a wide selection of brochures to help you decide just what will suit the size, shape and situation of your bathroom.

We have showrooms in Kings Cross, Buckhurst Hill and Barnet and they are all available to help you select the products that are right for you. Each branch shows a variation on the others so the choice that we offer you is even greater. So call in to any of them for expert guidance.

Of particular interest will be our displays which feature the most up to date Duravit showroom in the UK and the first Jacuzzi hydrotherapy display in London (a must for anyone with muscular discomfort) along with many other inspirational ideas. e bathroom is one of the most important rooms in the house. It is the room that wakes you up ready for a hard day’s work, and it is here you retreat to for relaxation at the end of the day. It must be able to take use as well as abuse. It is a very hard working room for all the family as well as a haven of peace for you.

Design and attention to detail are vital. e products must not only all work together, but also complement each other to give you the ultimate bathing experience. At Just Add Water we place great importance on product knowledge and expert advice. With many years experience in the industry our staff are more than qualified to help you make the right choice for your bathroom.

Utilizing the most advanced 3D software system from Virtual World, our sales executives can design a bathroom especially for you. is specialised feature lets you visualise your dream bathroom. At the touch of a button you can change colour, design and styles, allowing you to make the perfect choice and that all important final decision.

If you don’t have an installer in mind our sales team will be happy to put you in touch with a local craftsman whose work we know to be of the highest quality.

An exceptional choice of suites, advice from our team and a special design service – that’s Just Add Water!

RodingLane, BuckhurstHill, Essex, IG96DR, 02085046625 www.justaddwater.co.uk ■

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n attractive front garden and driveway improves kerb appeal and saleablilty of your home. A well designed front garden can greatly improve the value of your home and provide convenient off street parking.

Most people want extra parking infront of their house without turning it in to a car park.

Turnabout drives design unique driveways which have ample parking spaces as well as incorporating planting areas and lawns. e approach to your house is where first impressions are made. ere is no need to pave over the whole area. e use of planting areas and lawn is a brilliant solution to make a more eco- friendly garden. An ornamental front wall or railings create a boundary to the garden and adds security to the home.

THE APPROACH TO YOUR HOUSE IS WHERE FIRST IMPRESSIONS ARE MADE Replace old concrete or tarmac with new paving that blends in to the surroundings.

Resin bound gravel creates a wow factor. Modern block paving is a popular choice thanks to the array of styles and shades available. Choose form rustic cobbles that suit period properties to ultra modern clean lines more suiting to the contemporary home.

Your home deserves an attractive driveway. It is important to plan and style your driveway so that it suits your way of life and the character of your home. e design is key to realising the potential of your driveway.

Designer Nick Turner BSc (Hons) Award winning Turnabout Drives 01992 577034 www.turnaboutdrives.co.uk ■

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DINGWUDDLES.COM THE VIDEO CLIP DIRECTORY FOR BUSINESS PROMOTION HIGH STREETS ITEMS FOR SALE JOBS & JOB VACANCIES EVENTS & ACTIVITIES Dingwuddles.com is a new video clip promotion website.

Dingwuddles allows registered users to simply film a short clip using their phone or camera, upload it to Dingwuddles and promote it.

By watching the video clips, visitors can make informed decisions and discover more information than traditional text based marketing materials.

If you already have a video you can upload that too!

Or you can call our team on 07949 221 967 to book your FREE VIDEO for our Launch Promotion!

Video promotion on Dingwuddles.com is possible for five different categories.

1 Business promotion 2 High Streets 3 Items for sale 4 Job Vacancies & CVs 5 Events, activities and attractions When posting a video CV the jobseeker can convey their personality, even show the skills they have. It also demonstrates an added level of motivation and determination.

By adding Dingwuddles to the CV personal information section, recruiters can watch the Dingwuddles video CV posting and that make this CV

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stand out from the crowd!

A job vacancy can bring a job to life by showing applicants the key aspects of the job as well as the staff facilities. Recruiting is free, making Dingwuddles a very attractive staffing solution for local businesses. See the candidates before they come to interview, save time and money, recruit faster and more effectively.

Promoting a business in hard economic times is difficult. Dingwuddles.com is not only low cost, but allows a business to demonstrate in a video, what makes them stand out from the competition and why they should be the customer’s first choice.

Dingwuddles is a creative and innovative marketing tool to engage with customers. ere are many ways to sell higher value items to a captive audience. But how often is money, time and effort wasted when the item is not quite as the buyer expected? If an item needs to be seen or heard before it is sold, Dingwuddles.com is a great way to communicate it. If the item is very specific with a niche market, then the Dingwuddles reference can be placed in the other marketing materials.

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Owners of events activities and attractions field many calls from visitors about the facilities and details that are important to make the day out successful. Many of the common questions can be shown in a video, as well as features that make this destination particularly special.

To promote a video on Dingwuddles is easy. Simply register at Dingwuddles.com, upload your video, that’s it!

ITS FREE FOR OUR LAUNCH PROMOTION! SO GET FILMING! FILM IT. UPLOAD IT. PROMOTE IT. SEE IT. BELIEVE IT. DINGWUDDLE IT!

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he third generation Audi A3 compact hatchback is now open for order at Essex Audi Centres throughout Essex and North East London.

Initially available in three door format this all new model has been redesigned from the ground up following the principles of ‘Audi ultra’ lightweight construction.

And despite tipping the scales at 80 kg less than its predecessor this new premium hatchback is supplied with a significantly enhanced standard specification. ree reworked engines are offered at launch, comprising 1.4 TFSI (122PS) and 1.8 TFSI (180PS) petrol and 2.0-litre TDI (150PS) units, which between them deliver efficiency gains averaging more than 12 per cent. e 1.8-litre TFSI engine is linked as standard to a seven-speed S tronic twin-clutch transmission and the 1.4-litre TFSI and 2.0-litre TDI powerplants are paired with a six-speed manual gearbox for maximum efficiency.

UK A3 models launch with a choice of three specification options – SE, Sport and S line all of which are impressively well appointed. e entry level SE model features 16-inch alloy wheels, air conditioning, the acclaimed MMI radio with its 11 millimetre-thin electrically folding screen, preparation for SD card navigation, Audi Music Interface iPod connection, a Driver Information System, the Bluetooth mobile phone interface and a multi-function steering wheel. It also offers voice control for many of its telephone and audio system functions.

Despite this astonishing specification and numerous technological advances, the new A3 3 door starts at well below the £20,000 price-point, putting it firmly in position to dominate the wish list of anyone thinking of buying into the popular market sector.

First deliveries of the new model are expected in the

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BEST EVER A3 OPENS FOR ORDER AT ESSEX AUDI

Autumn and further information on becoming one of the first to be seen in this stunning new model are available from any member of the Essex Audi Group Sales team.

For further information on the new Audi A3 or discuss any aspect of owning a new or used Audi, contact your nearest Essex Audi Centre details of which can be found at www.Essex-Audi.co.uk ■

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The new Audi A3.

Now available to order.

Smoothly combining sporty practicality and eye-catching style, order books for the new Audi A3 are now open.

Find out more about this exciting addition to the Audi range by contacting your nearest Essex Audi Centre.

Stansted Audi

Harold Wood Audi

Docklands Audi

Start Hill, Bishops Stortford CM22 7DW Telephone: 0844 247 4391

A12 Colchester Road, Harold Wood RM3 0YD Telephone: 0844 247 4393

Marsh Wall, South Quay, Docklands E14 9SL Telephone: 0844 247 4395

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Montrose Road, Chelmsford CM2 6TE Telephone: 0844 247 4392

Claydon’s Lane (A127), Rayleigh Weir SS6 7UQ Telephone: 0844 247 4394

Cork Tree Way, Hall Lane, Chingford E4 8JA Telephone: 0844 247 4396

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SELLING CANAL BOATS IN ALL SHAPES AND SIZES Roydon Mill Marina set in 32 acres of the beautiful Lee Valley in Essex is home for over three hundred boats.

Having opened just over 12 months ago they have now extended their boating operations by entering into a partnership with Boatfinder Brokerage Services, to assist existing and prospective moorers with the sale and purchase of their boats.

Boatfinder Brokerage Services is part of a family owned and run boat business established 10 years ago near the famous Cheshire Ring canal network at Elton Moss in Sandbach. Boatfinder are unique in that they specialize in selling boats from their home moorings throughout the country or even when the owners are out cruising. ey use a range of high quality marketing material to achieve this including DVD video tours which are sent out free of charge to interested buyers.

Videos of all the boats for sale are also now available on their website.

Boatfinder always have a large and varied selection of boats on offer, many of which are moored at Roydon. eir full stock list and comprehensive brochures are available from a dedicated sales display area, with website access, located in the marina’s waterside café.

Boatfinder focus on selling canal and river boats in all shapes and sizes from used narrowboats starting at around £25,000 all the way up to brand new Dutch barges at £250,000 and they currently have a selection of both narrow and wide beam boats available at Roydon. ree interesting and individual narrowboats available to view at Roydon are ‘Tanglefoot’, ‘Emanon’ and ‘Bokissa’

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Young families looking to get into boating should look no further than ‘Tanglefoot’ a compact 55ft narrowboat that manages to incorporate two bedrooms and much storage space into her compact dimensions. e master bedroom with fixed double bed is located at the bow whilst the second bedroom has a bunk style single bed with storage below it, ideal for use as a child’s bedroom.

‘Emanon’ is a very spacious, light and modern feeling 57ft narrowboat with the added bonus of extra wide side doors that let light flood into the interior. She is suitable for use as a high specification ‘live-aboard’ boat for two people or a family leisure boat.

Bokissa is a well loved and used 57ft narrowboat that was built in 1980 and has been lived on by her current owners whilst they toured the inland waterways for the last few years. She has an interesting vintage engine, built in 1949

by Armstrong Siddeley that is located in its own engine room.

Alternatively if you are interested in a boat with real history why not consider ‘Grace’, a ‘Kagenaar’ Dutch barge she was built in Holland in 1934. She has been recently refurbished to include a new galley, flooring and curtains to make a very comfortable home or cruising boat. ese are just a small selection of the boats for sale and all these boats are available with moorings at Roydon marina, so why not call in to have a look at them and have a drink at the waterside cafe.

Alternatively you can find out more information about these boats and watch video footage of them at Boatfinder’s website at www.boatfinderbrokerage.co.uk ■

TANGLEFOOT

EMANON

BOKISSA

GRACE

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CLARENCE GATE, WOODFORD GREEN

Situate in the very popular Courtland Estate, we are delighted to offer this excellent family home close to Chigwell Central Line Station and Shopping at Brook Parade. The ground floor features an enormous kitchen/diner, large double reception room and family room. There are five double bedrooms and two bathrooms and a garden of approximately 75’ in length.

Situate in a quiet cul-de-sac location on the popular Repton Park development, this five bedroom detached home emulates the original architectural detail and features a detached double garage. There are three spacious reception areas plus a large airy kitchen/breakfast room and two of the bedrooms have en-suite facilities as well as a family bathroom. The property also offers one of the largest garden on Repton Park which is truly a delight.

£1,295,000 FREEHOLD Only Through Phillip Leigh

£1,295,000 FREEHOLD Only Through Phillip Leigh

HYCLIFFE GARDENS, CHIGWELL

GLEN RISE, WOODFORD GREEN

A fine property suitable for the first time buyer looking to settle into a great location . This three bedroom property is within walking distance of shopping at Brook Parade and Chigwell Central Line Station. The property is newly refurbished, and therefore represents excellent value.

Situate close to Woodford station and local shops and restaurants, this semi detached property is built over three floors, featuring four bedrooms and a bathroom on each floor, the reception room is a spacious through lounge that leads through patio doors to the garden.

The kitchen is bright and spacious with a door leading to the garden and into the attached garage. This property is realistically priced and in great location so a must see for those looking in the woodford area.

£425,000 FREEHOLD

Only Through Phillip Leigh

£470,000 FREEHOLD

COOLGARDIE AVENUE, CHIGWELL

ROEBUCK LANE, BUCKHURST HILL

A delightful three bedroom semi detached property situate on the popular Chigwell Park Estate, being a short walk from local shopping at Brook Parade and Chigwell underground station. The property has been well cared for by its present owners and offers good size family accommodation.

Situate in a secluded location this elegant home is full of original features that have been maintained to a high standard. The home comprises of five reception rooms including an excellent reception hall, spacious lounge, dining room, bright conservatory and small study. The kitchen is well laid out and is open to the breakfast room. There are Four bedrooms, with the two largest rooms having en-suite bathrooms, and also a family bathroom.

£515,000 FREEHOLD

£795,000 FREEHOLD

Only Through Phillip Leigh

Only Through Phillip Leigh

Only Through Phillip Leigh

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DALESIDE GARDENS, CHIGWELL

CLARENCE GATE, WOODFORD GREEN

Situate in the very popular Courtland Estate, we are delighted to offer this excellent family home close to Chigwell Central Line Station and Shopping at Brook Parade. The ground floor features an enormous kitchen/diner, large double reception room and family room. There are five double bedrooms and two bathrooms and a garden of approximately 75’ in length.

Situate in a quiet cul-de-sac location on the popular Repton Park development, this five bedroom detached home emulates the original architectural detail and features a detached double garage. There are three spacious reception areas plus a large airy kitchen/breakfast room and two of the bedrooms have en-suite facilities as well as a family bathroom. The property also offers one of the largest garden on Repton Park which is truly a delight.

£1,295,000 FREEHOLD Only Through Phillip Leigh

£1,295,000 FREEHOLD Only Through Phillip Leigh

HYCLIFFE GARDENS, CHIGWELL

GLEN RISE, WOODFORD GREEN

A fine property suitable for the first time buyer looking to settle into a great location . This three bedroom property is within walking distance of shopping at Brook Parade and Chigwell Central Line Station. The property is newly refurbished, and therefore represents excellent value.

Situate close to Woodford station and local shops and restaurants, this semi detached property is built over three floors, featuring four bedrooms and a bathroom on each floor, the reception room is a spacious through lounge that leads through patio doors to the garden.

The kitchen is bright and spacious with a door leading to the garden and into the attached garage. This property is realistically priced and in great location so a must see for those looking in the woodford area.

£425,000 FREEHOLD

Only Through Phillip Leigh

£470,000 FREEHOLD

COOLGARDIE AVENUE, CHIGWELL

ROEBUCK LANE, BUCKHURST HILL

A delightful three bedroom semi detached property situate on the popular Chigwell Park Estate, being a short walk from local shopping at Brook Parade and Chigwell underground station. The property has been well cared for by its present owners and offers good size family accommodation.

Situate in a secluded location this elegant home is full of original features that have been maintained to a high standard. The home comprises of five reception rooms including an excellent reception hall, spacious lounge, dining room, bright conservatory and small study. The kitchen is well laid out and is open to the breakfast room. There are Four bedrooms, with the two largest rooms having en-suite bathrooms, and also a family bathroom.

£515,000 FREEHOLD

£795,000 FREEHOLD

Only Through Phillip Leigh

Only Through Phillip Leigh

Only Through Phillip Leigh

Chigwell 020 8501 2424 QR CODE, 'SMARTPHONE USERS SCAN FOR FULL INFORMATION'.

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ALDERTON HILL, LOUGHTON A once in a lifetime opportunityâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;Ś We have had the pleasure of marketing this wonderful character home on no less than three occasions over the past forty years or so. There has been fierce competition to acquire it on each occasion and each successive owners has enjoyed every moment of its fine accommodation and facilities and all have been responsible for maintaining its quality and character while adding their own mark in one way or another. It would be very brave of anyone to say that this is the perfect house. However in our view if not entirely perfect it comes desperately close to being so. What is certainly indisputable is that the position and location is certainly second to none and the spacious landscaped gardens are a true delight. We personally know of several instances where families have kicked themselves for missing out on the opportunity of purchasing this excellent property. Once sold the opportunity of owning it again will not return for many, many years. Our advice is take the plunge now, as tomorrow will be too late and you will in time to come join the regretful many.

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This four bedroom property is approached by an electric gated entrance and long driveway, once inside the home there is a welcoming atmosphere and a wealth of exposed timbers, at a glance you can see the mixture of modern and character design which is sure to impress. Undoubtedly a feature of the property is the kitchen breakfast room with a farmhouse theme that serves as the heart and hub of the home providing a space where the family can get together for breakfast, lunch or an evening meal within a casual atmosphere.

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An individually designed residence offering truly substantial accommodation arranged over three floors, approached by a long tree lined drive and enjoying a good degree of privacy within grounds approaching 1.5 acres (stls). The top floor has a suite of rooms that makes an ideal guest suite.

This imposing double fronted residence is situated within a most desirable turning and as the current owners tell us “you get the sense of living on millionaires row”. The refurbished accommodation is arranged over three floors with the top floor providing a spacious bedroom, study area and en-suite shower room. For commuters Snaresbrook tube station is only 0.3 miles away.

This splendid grade ii listed barn conversion provides a wealth of character and charm set within a hamlet on the outskirts of Epping bordering onto neighbouring paddocks and affording a due west facing aspect to the rear. Undoubtedly a feature of the property is the 38’4 by 22’2 sitting/dining room, with beamed vaulted ceiling.

Price £2,800,000

Price £2,295,000

Price £1,000,000 - £1,200,000

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A detached residence arranged over three floors and being situated within one of loughton’s sought after roads, being only 0.6 miles from the tube station. Three reception rooms, five bedrooms, conservatory, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, in and out drive for parking and access to the garage.

Set within the heart of loughton therefore being only 0.4 miles to the tube station and a level walk of the High Road this 4 bedroom detached residence occupies a corner plot position and a large block paved frontage allows excellent parking facilities, 3 reception rooms, bathroom and 2 en-suites.

Enviably situated with a semi-rural location bordering onto a nature reserve, this refurbished extended residence provides modern living mixed with a sense of character. Undoubtedly a feature of the home is the detached annexe with an office, gym and studio room.

Price £1,100,000

Price £900,000 - £1,100,000

Price £800,000 -£900,000

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Hunt Property Services Ltd - The Agent in Repton Park has a wide portfolio of luxury homes for sale or rent on Chigwell’s premier development.

And as someone who has been a resident owner here for the past 10 years, Hayley Hunt offers a unique insight into what prospective home owners are looking for, whether a house or apartment, in this exclusive gated community.

Selling, buying or renting, don’t make a move without consulting Hunt Property Services first. Available for consultation and viewings seven days a week.

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Stunning victorian terraced two bedroom cottage.

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Repton Park

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£649,999

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Imposing three bedroom two bathroom ground £649,999 floor luxury

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Ground floor luxury apartment

Stunning two bedroom, two bathroom luxury ground floor apartment set within an exclusive gated development with underground parking, concierge, private gym and pool. Very high spec throughout with open plan kitchen living room. Large master with en suite. Immaculately presented to an exceptional standard.

Repton Park

Repton Park

Repton Park

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Luxury penthouse apartment with two bedrooms and two brand new bathrooms boasting high spec marble with added feature of plasma TV. Great size apartment with fitted wardrobes, wooden floors, high ceilings and sash windows.

Two parking spaces.

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Immaculate three bedroom duplex penthouse apartment with lift in private gated development with cctv security, a short walk to Central Line station and local shops. This apartment boasts large lounge, separate dining room, study room and a bright fully fitted kitchen. Garage and entry phone system

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Luxury three bedroom first floor apartment boasting £549,995 stunning

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Luxury three bedroom two bathroom second £499,999 floor apartment

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Stunning four bedroom end of terrace town house benefiting stylish private garden. Spectacular master suite with dressing area, bespoke hand-made ensuite, three further bedrooms & two bathrooms. This luxury home is immaculate throughout and is set in a fabulous position within gated development.

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Immaculate two bedroom, two bathroom upper £1,900 pm ground floor

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A selection of brand new high specification luxury apartments set in gated development in the heart of Chigwell. Boasting state of the art technology throughout, designer kitchens and bathrooms with magnificent interiors. Private gardens with allocated parking. Stunning.

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