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EDITOR’S LETTER

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MILLENNIAL SAVERS EPPING FOREST USA INTERVIEW WITH CHIGWELL’S FINEST VIENNA BALLET, BEAUTY AND ROMANCE NEW LEISURE FACILITY WALTHAM FOREST BACKSTAGE WITH OAKTREE SCHOOLS HOW TO DRAW WORKSHOPS RALPH LAUREN COFFEE SHOP A FEW WORDS FROM MICHELLE...

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KEW’S ORCHID FESTIVAL THE ART OF THE BRICK

TRAVEL

E F BG EEPPING FOREST BUSINESS GROUP

Promoting Busin ness in West Essex x Today’s Toda ’s business environm en ment is challenging. h ll i

Could you do with some help?

Epping Forest Business Group (EFBG) is a strong network of trade and proffessional people e who meet weekly. Our prime purpose is to generate qualified bu usiness leads for each other and by that we mean reliab ble and trustworthy referrals.

C l b ti 10 years, EFB Celebrating EFBG BG h has d developed l d ttrustt an nd d understanding d t di of each of the businesses represented and its members.

We meet on a Thursday at 7.15am until 9 9.00 am, at Woolston Manor Golf Club, Abridge Road, Chig gwell IG7 6BX, where business is being done every week ove er breakfast.

EFBG is not just another networking group. We e enjoy relaxed but structured meetings that provide an eff ffective e way of gaining quality new business. We want to open our doors to more business people who can benefit both themselves and ou ur members by getting and giving more business leaads.

Why not come along and see fo or yourself.

If you would lik ke e tto attend please email: admiin@efbg.co.uk or call 0843 289 1092 www.efbg.co.uk Woolston Manor Golf Club, Abridge Road, Chigwell IG7 6BX

Find us online:

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MILLENNIAL SAVERS This one’s for you!

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ichelle Groves, Independent Financial Adviser at Scrutton Bland has some wise words for younger people thinking of starting a pension.

News stories are full of gloomy predictions about how tough things will be for millennials - people born between 1980 and 2000 - who are trying to save. Property prices are prohibitively high, with lenders now extending the length of mortgage terms into retirement. Added to which the rising state retirement age means that many people in their twenties and early thirties can expect to be working into their late sixties or even early seventies. Despite the introduction of auto-enrolment that will see as many as nine million extra workers saving through a workplace pension scheme, this is still not enough to guarantee a decent pension.

So what advice is there for younger people trying to save towards their pension?

Michelle’s advice is clear: ‘Start as early as you can. It doesn’t matter if you can only contribute very small amounts, you can always adjust the payments as your career progresses and your income goes up. e potential for long term capital growth and tax relief will give you a huge advantage over someone who has delayed starting their pension. e most common mistake people make when starting their pension is to wait too long. But there are very good reasons why you will benefit from an early adopter approach.’

A PRACTICAL EXAMPLE Lauren is 20 and a basic rate tax payer when she starts saving for her pension. She makes a gross contribution of £50 per month. Her friend Danielle is a higher rate taxpayer at 40% but waits until she is 40 years old and makes a gross contribution of £100 per month. Both ladies therefore contribute £24,000 to their pensions by age 60.

If the pension is invested and grows at 7% per annum with 1% annual charges, Danielle’s pension pot will be

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worth just over £45,000 when she gets to the age of 60.

However, Lauren’s pension pot at age 60 would be just over £95,000 – despite the fact that both ladies have paid in the same amount. is is because Laurens funds have been invested for a further 20 years and so have had longer to grow. ese figures are quoted in future terms though, so both Lauren and Danielle will need to consider the impact of inflation on the buying power of their future money. is risk can be reduced, if they increase their pension contributions each year in line with inflation.

Lauren and Danielle will both benefit from valuable Pension Tax relief. If they make a net pension contribution from their salary after tax, the pension provider will reclaim 20% of the gross contribution on their behalf and pay it into the pension. For Lauren a £50 gross contribution will only cost her £40 per month with the other £10 being reclaimed via tax relief. For Danielle a £100 gross pension contribution will cost her as little as £60. £20 is reclaimed on her behalf by her pension provider and Danielle can reclaim a further £20 via her tax return.

If you are thinking of starting a pension then it makes sense to talk to an Independent Financial Adviser (IFA). Scrutton Bland has a team of friendly, experienced and highly qualified IFAs, who will work with you to talk through your options, assess your risk profile and help design a personalised plan for you to meet your financial goals. n

THE DETAILS

If you would like to arrange an initial meeting or telephone discussion, without obligation, please contact Michelle on 01206 838400 or email michelle.groves@scruttonbland.co.uk Scrutton Bland is authorised and registered by the Financial Conduct Authority

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EPPING FOREST, USA!

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id you know that there’s an Epping Forest located the other side of the Atlantic? It seems the link winds back to the earliest days of American settlement when George Washington’s great grandfather, William Ball (1615 – c1680), left England for Virginia.

His son, Joseph Ball (1649 – 1711), built a house in Lancaster County and named it ‘e Forest’ or ‘Forest Plantation’. is is the property that by the early 19th century is documented as ‘Epping Forest’, possibly ‘after the woods north of London where he had grown up, according to e Lewiston Journal of 20 February 1982.

Joseph’s daughter, Mary, married Augustine Washington and their first child, George, later become the President of the United States. ere is some mythologising around the tale of Mary Ball the ‘Rose of Epping Forest’ so it seems appropriate to add romance to the tale and speculate that the ‘giant oaks’ in the gardens of the Epping Forest Plantation may have grown from one of the acorns from Epping Forest in the UK, perhaps carried across the Atlantic all those years ago.

In the 20th century, a descendent of the family, Jessie Ball, married wealthy industrialist Alfred I. du Pont who built a luxurious Florida riverfront mansion in the 1920s which he called ‘Epping Forest’ in honour of his wife’s Washington connection. In 1984, the Gate Petroleum Company purchased the Du Pont Estate and restored the mansion to its former splendour. Today it is home to the prestigious Epping Forest Yacht and Country Club.

To further the nautical association, the ‘USS Epping Forest’ was named after Mary Ball Washington’s childhood home in 1953. e fabric in the picture is an ‘Epping 1 0 F E B RU A RY 2 0 1 7

Forest’ design and the shield pictured was a commemorative shield presented to Epping Forest by the officers and crew of the USS Epping Forest in June 1963. e shield is usually in the City of London Corporation’s Epping Forest Museum Store, but will be on display at e View to celebrate this unusual US link and to coincide with the USA President’s Day and George Washington’s birthday, on 20 February.

Why not take this rare opportunity to pop along and find out more about this fascinating story? e View is Epping Forest’s Visitor Centre, located on Rangers Road, Chingford, E4 7QH and the Exhibition will run from 21 February to 28 February (closed Monday) from 10am – 5pm. ere are two other events taking place at e View this month, during the half term; Join the Discover London’s Book Swap on Saturday 11 February, 12noon – 4pm. Swap a book, listen to a magical Forest story teller and enjoy some fun arts and crafts.

Or help keep the skipping rope turning at the High Low Dolly Pepper family skipping event on ursday 16 February from 2pm-4pm. n

THE DETAILS

For more information visit www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/eppingforest or contact 020 7332 1911.

To stay up to date with Epping Forest news follow Epping Forest on Twitter @COLEppingForest, like the Epping Forest City of London page on Facebook or follow Epping Forest on Instagram (coleppingforest)

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INTERVIEW WITH CHIGWELL’S FINEST DR. ASHISH B. PARMAR WORDS: MICHELLE B. HARRIS

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sh Parmar is firmly established as one of Chigwell’s most famous dentists. His clients are the who’s who of the area including many celebrities from our TV reality series: e Only Way is Essex.

However his expertise and highly regarded status as an outstanding dentist, goes far beyond our Essex borders. In addition to his practice, he trains dentists from all over the country through his master classes via e Academy by Ash. Having invested over £250k on his own dentistry training and professional development, he has sourced and been trained by renowned international experts. Ash is therefore educated to the pinnacle of dental excellence by the respective masters in their fields.

Michelle: Was there a specific event that determined your pursuit of a dental career?

Ash: It was a very positive work experience. I was studying for my A levels and had the opportunity for a placement at a dental practice in Hornchurch. e dentist was an outstanding professional; kind, gentle and his patients truly appreciated how he positively affected their lives and confidence. Seeing this as an impressionable teenager confirmed my choice.

Michelle: You have made an impact on the community. Not only with your dental practice and how you help others, but by your presence and interaction with the local community. Most people either know you or have heard of you. What’s your inspiration?

Ash: Am very much inspired by those who have helped others such as the dentist in Hornchurch. Gandhi is also 1 2 F E B RU A RY 2 0 1 7

an obvious choice. He was gentle and mild-mannered but he made a difference. My relationship with my family and how I been brought up; it’s important to help others and I have a sense of social responsibility. Also charity has always been a central theme and ongoing aspect to my work.

Michelle: People are nervous about going to the dentist but here at your beautiful practice, you have turned it into an art form. I don’t know of any dental practice that is more like a spa. I was always nervous about going to the dentist… but not anymore.

Ash: Yes, things are different now. Most people of a certain generation have had that fear stay with them all their lives. We have NUCALM to help people relax, plus headphones so any dental noise is blocked out by music.

Michelle: e practice’s ambience is calm and serene, probably because everybody is relaxed.

Ash: at was very much my mission statement that people should even enjoy their treatments, therefore have regular check-ups and hopefully avoid any major problems. Prevention is always the best option in order to avoid something minor becoming more serious. Plus I enjoy helping dentists to achieve their goals through training and professional development. n

THE DETAILS

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Classical ballet takes centre stage on Friday 10 and Saturday 11 March when the highly-acclaimed Vienna Festival Ballet bring their beautiful and romantic ballets Swan Lake and Cinderella to the Towngate Theatre, Basildon for three stunning performances.

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or two evenings ballet lovers can watch one of Tchaikovsky's greatest triumphs Swan Lake.

Seethe story unfold as Prince Siegfried meets a flock of swans and falls in love with their beautiful Queen who is under the spell of an evil magician Baron Rothbart. How will everything turn out for the Prince and the Swan Queen?

Swan Lake is probably the greatest and most popular of all ballets and this production offers specially designed glamorous costumes and beautiful sets which project colour and vitality to enhance the workings of the dancers, choreographer and the composer.

Rachel Victoria Hernon who has already had huge success dancing roles including Giselle and Snow White will debut as Odette the Swan Queen. Rachel graduated with honours from the Perm State Choreographic Academy, Russia. Jodie McKnight will dance the demanding role of Odile (Black Swan) following her triumph as the wicked Queen in Snow White. Not forgetting, Ashley Selfe who will reprise his role as the exuberant court jester.

Essex born Ashley says ‘I am excited to be performing again as the court jester, this time to a home audience. I hope that lots of families will come and enjoy Vienna Festival Ballet’s lovely versions of Swan Lake and Cinderella’ Saturday 11 March, sees a matinee performance of the classic Cinderella one of the best-known rags-to-riches fairy tales of all time. A mistreated young girl, a glass slipper, two comical ugly step-sisters and a handsome prince combine to make the perfect piece of story-telling.

Cinderella is based on the traditional story, the ballet will surely touch and reach out to everyone’s heart, with its combination of pure classical dancing and a touch of pantomime. ese productions include all the essential ingredients to appeal to a wide audience base from youngsters wishing to see the art of ballet live on stage to those wishing to enjoy an evening offering a good story combined with music and dance.

So whether you are a ballet buff or an interested observer, make a point of booking tickets to experience the vitality of Vienna Festival Ballet. n “e entire show was captivating from start to finish” - WELWYN HATFIELD TIMES ‘’A truly spellbinding performance’’ - BURNLEY EXPRESS ‘’e whole evening was a delight’’ - LICHFIELD LIVE

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Book your tickets at The Towngate Theatre Swan Lake, 7.30pm 10 & 11 March Cinderella, 2.30pm 11 March 01268 465465 - www.towngatetheatre.co.uk

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NEW LEISURE FACILITY AT WALTHAM FOREST

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he contract which is due to start on 1 April 2017 includes plans for a brand new £9.5m leisure facility at Waltham Abbey to replace the existing Waltham Abbey Swimming Pool, as well as significant investment to the existing centres, including • Epping Sports Centre • Loughton Leisure Centre • Ongar Leisure Centre Places for People Leisure won the contract to design and build the proposed new Waltham Abbey Leisure Centre with their construction partners Pellikaan Construction and architects Pozzoni.

Subject to detailed planning permission, the new Waltham Abbey Leisure Centre which has been designed with a green roof to complement the surrounding recreational ground will feature • 25m 6 lane pool • 15m learner pool • Dance studio • Group cycling studio • Virtual cycling • Community room • Café It will also feature an 80 station fitness suite that includes the latest equipment from Precor, Technogym, Wattbike, Queenax, D2F, Octane Fitness, Spinning and Les Mills.

ENHANCING EXISTING CENTRES Enhancements to the 3 existing leisure centres will include a substantial extension of the health and fitness offer at Loughton Leisure Centre, a wide-ranging 1 6 F E B RU A RY 2 0 1 7

remodelling of the internal layout of Epping Sports Centre, and a refurbishment of Ongar Sports Centre.

ACTIVE AND HEALTHIER LIFESTYLE Epping Forest District Council’s Leisure and Community Services Portfolio Holder Councillor Helen Kane said: “I am extremely pleased that Places for People Leisure has been awarded the contract to deliver top class leisure facilities in the district. I am looking forward to working with the Places for People team over the coming years to improve opportunities for all members of the community to participate and enjoy a more active and healthier lifestyle.”

IMPROVING THE HEALTH AND WELLBEING FOR MANY GENERATIONS Sandra Dodd, Chief Executive at Places for People Leisure commented: “We are delighted to have been awarded the leisure management contract by Epping Forest District Council and are looking forward to working with the council to enhance the current leisure provision and to deliver a modern and sustainable new leisure centre that will be a focal point for the local community; improving the health and wellbeing of residents for many generations to come in line with our mission to create active places and healthy people.”

ABOUT PLACES FOR PEOPLE LEISURE Places for People Leisure currently partners 35 local authorities, managing 112 leisure centres across England.

Its sites attract over 30 million visits every year and in the past ten years the award-winning organisation has built 14 new leisure facilities. n

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he Oak-Tree Schools comprise Braeside in Buckhurst Hill, Coopersale Hall School in Epping, Normanhurst School in North Chingford, and Oaklands School in Loughton. As well as enjoying an excellent record of academic success, the schools within e Oak-Tree Group are becoming known for providing numerous creative opportunities for their pupils to complement the education and to provide a more rounded education.

Braeside is an all-through school for girls from 2½ to 16 where creative arts are taught all the way through school up to GCSE level. Headmistress Claire Osborn explains, “An appreciation of creativity is a vital part of a child’s development. In the Autumn Term our senior pupils took part in a House Drama competition. It was a fantastic showcase of talent with the four Houses putting forward their best actors to perform a play of their choice. e four plays were ‘Mean Princesses’, ‘Peter Pan’, ‘A Triple Negative’ and ‘Snow White’. It was a lovely evening enjoyed by friends and families.”

Kaye Lovejoy, Headmistress of Coopersale Hall School in Epping, says, “Much work has been put into developing our Performing Arts department this year and the children have been taking advantage of the newly refurbished studio. It’s a fantastic space in which they can rehearse for the many shows and performances and there is now a suite of computers to learn the more technical side of music. e junior choir is available for all pupils in Years 3 to 6, and weekly orchestra rehearsals include children who take instrumental tuition as well as those just keen to get involved”.

Claire Osborn, also Headmistress of Normanhurst School, comments, “We are incredibly proud of our Art and DT departments. Our pupils are given so many opportunities 1 8 F E B RU A RY 2 0 1 7

Braeside pupils at the Performing Arts Club throughout the year to use their skills to compete locally and nationally in competitions. Recently some of our pupils’ artwork was entered into the ISA National Art Competition alongside some of the best artwork submitted from across the country. It was judged by a team of professional artists and I was delighted that our pupils won awards in two categories – KS3 and KS4 Sketchbook and KS3 and KS4 Photography.”

Sue Belej, Headmistress of Oaklands School in Loughton, is aware of the importance of music throughout the school; “Music is a large part of school life at Oaklands. It helps the younger children with their counting, ability to listen and concentrate and social skills. e children have several opportunities throughout the year to perform within the local community. e school choir gathered recently at St Mary’s Church on Loughton High Road and I was very proud of the way that our pupils sang so confidently to the large audience, including the local Mayor”.

Matthew Hagger, Group Principal of the Oak-Tree Schools, explains, “Over the past few years there has been an emphasis on developing the creative side of the syllabus. Art, Music and Drama now play key parts in the pupils’ education both during the normal school day and within our extensive programme of after school and holidays clubs”. n

THE DETAILS

Open Mornings are being held at each of The Oak-Tree Schools between 7 and 10 March 2017. For more information and to book a place visit www.oaktreeschools.co.uk

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THE OAK-TR REE GROUP OF SCHO OOLS

MARCH OPEN O MORNIINGS

BRAE ESIDE SCHOOL Buckhurst Hill SENIOR OPEN MORNING (11-16) TUES 7 MARCH 9.15AM JUNIOR OPEN MORNING (2 ½-11) WED 8 MARCH 9.15AM M

COOPERSALE HALL SCHOOL Epping

NORMANHURST SCHOOL North Chingford

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OPEN MORNING (2 ½-11) TUES 7 MARCH 9.15AM

OPEN MORNING (2 ½-16) FRI 10 MARCH 9.15AM

OPEN MO ORNING (2 ½-11) THURS 9 M MARCH 9.15AM

Four privately-owned local independent schools make up the Oak-Tree O Group: Braeside, Coopersale Hall, Norrmanhurst and Oaklands. The schools aree known for their outstanding teaching and excellent exceellent pastoral care. care Come along in Ma arch for a guided tour of any of the Oak-Tree Schools.

For more information www.oaktreeschools.co.uk

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o tempting for children to just watch television, play computer games or even just sit on their phones.

Inspiring their creativity and expressing themselves through drawing can be so enjoyable and may even unleash a hidden talent…

HOW TO … DRAW LEVEL 1 If you can draw a triangle you can draw a chicken! is artist led workshop takes you through the basics of drawing in a fun and creative way, with practical exercises in looking, feeling, mark-making and developing your own style.

• When: Monday 13 February 2017 • Time: 10.30am to 12 noon • Where: Epping Forest District Museum, 39–41 Sun Street, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1EL • Price: £8 (includes use of materials) • Age: 7+ years HOW TO … DRAW LEVEL 2 So you can draw a triangle and a chicken, what’s next? If you’ve been to our ever popular How to Draw Level 1 session and enjoy drawing, why not come along and develop your own style. Learn about different ways of drawing, from impressionism to cubism and photorealism, using a variety of artistic materials to explore different subjects, including landscape, portraiture and still life. And most important of all, have lots of fun!

• When: Wednesday 15 February 2017 • Time: 10.30am to 12 noon • Where: Epping Forest District Museum, 39- 41 Sun Street, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1EL • Price: £8 (includes use of materials) • Age: 7+ years Parents are welcome and encouraged to attend both sessions but need to book and take part too.

We recommend attending level 1, before joining us for level 2.

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Ralph Lauren opens coffee shop and bar in Regent Street 6EPTL W 'SJJII &EV MW XLI MGSRMG JEWLMSR FVERH W ÁVWX dining destination in London, and is located next to Polo Ralph Lauren’s three storey Regent Street store.

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choing the warm, sophisticated atmosphere of The Polo Bar in New York, the café décor pays homage to Ralph Lauren’s trademark equestrian sensibilities. The interior features a brass-topped bar, saddle-leather banquettes, and equestrianthemed art hung against dark wood paneling and green billiard cloth.

Ralph’s Coffee & Bar is a great spot for social or business gatherings from brunch, lunch to cocktails in the evening, in an intimate space seating 24, with a further 12 seats available at the bar.

Its menu of light fare, from oysters to open sandwiches has been carefully curated to evoke a European sense of quality and tradition, with fresh ingredients and refined classics at its heart.

Meanwhile, Ralph’s Coffee is divine; a custom blend, roasted specifically for the iconic brand using organically grown beans crafted

by La Colombe. Enjoy alongside a selection of homemade muffins, bakes and cakes.

After dark, indulge in a menu of timeless cocktails, such as an Old Fashioned and Ridgway Margarita, plus bespoke concoctions available exclusively at Ralph’s Coffee & Bar London. Signature bar snacks from fried olives to mixed nuts will complement the heady flavours of the bar’s covetable creations.

Other Polo dining destinations are already up and running in Paris, Chicago and, of course, New York City.

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WORDS: MICHELLE B. HARRIS

It’s certainly been a very interesting start to 2017!

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rump’s inauguration and subsequent decisions as a result of pre-electoral promises, has certainly dominated the headlines and rather like Marmite, you either love him or hate as very few appear to be indifferent. Meryl Streep certainly made herself very politically clear at the Golden Globes with an impassioned speech which looked spontaneous but am sure was adequately rehearsed. Despite her words and almost breathless and husky exasperation, the one who fascinated me the most was Vince Vaughn. If you check him out on YOUTUBE it is incredible that he was able to stop blinking. He looked a combination of shocked and horrified whilst Mel Gibson looked aghast.

President Trump made his highly-publicized speech, which millions if not billions, saw across the planet. So with all this attention, I couldn’t help being amused by his plagiarising of Bane (villain) in Christopher Nolan’s Batman film: ‘e Dark Knight Rises’ which came out in 2012. In a recent tweet, President Trump refers to his writing of the speech on 18th January but according to a White House official and noted by e Independent, it was written by Stephen Miller and Steve Banon.

"We take Gotham from the corrupt! The rich! The oppressors of generations who have kept you down with myths of opportunity, and we give it back to you… the people." Bane.

And President Trump, with a focussed stare as if to say, I really mean this:

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e new First Lady, Melania Trump looked outstanding in her powder blue dress. Apparently certain haute couture designers turned down her custom but it didn’t matter, she looked absolutely fabulous and just very slightly aloof from it all. Living with a man who probably has an equatorial ego cannot be easy but there are the obvious financial compensations plus of course now, he will be very much distracted from the home front. I actually admire her stamina despite the bad press she also received as part of a certain damning campaign.

If nothing else and with all the fears and analyses as to what President Trump will or might do next, the very least we can assume is that we don’t know. As the Presidential personification of the loose cannon, anything and everything is possible and for many other reasons too, he is fascinating.

I wonder what’s next from our buddies and the Trumpeter across e Pond… It’s the ultimate cliff hanger… n

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udges awarded 18 new one-star awards, as well as one new restaurant in each of the two-star and three-star categories.

Among the big winners were The Ritz and Veeraswamy, the capital’s oldest Indian restaurant, which each gained a star after a combined total of 200 years in the industry. Gordon Ramsay can breathe a sigh of relief, his flagship Restaurant Gordon Ramsay site on Royal Hospital Road retained its prestigious three-star status.

Rebecca Burr, Editor of the Michelin Guide Great Britain and Ireland 2017, said: “London’s great variety of establishments, its history, but also its dynamism and vitality are illuminated by the capital’s new Michelin Stars. The Ritz Restaurant and Veeraswamy, London’s oldest Indian

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restaurant, both receive One Michelin Star. These establishments have long and illustrious histories, but the cooking at both has never been better than it is today. There have been some excellent additions to the guide across both Great Britain and Ireland - restaurants that are producing consistently good food using excellent ingredients.”

The Michelin Guide 2017 is also available as an iPhone app, which allows users to instantly find and book Michelin recommended restaurants via a reliable and easy-to-use online service. You can now follow the inspectors around the country via Twitter too! Get behind the scenes and learn more about the guide @MichelinGuideUK

Angler, Moorgate Barrifina, Soho Benares, Mayfair Bonhams Restaurant, Mayfair Celeste at The Lansborough, Knightsbridge Chez Bruce, Wandsworth City Social, City of London Club Gascon, EC1 Dabbous, Fitzrovia Fera at Claridge’s, Mayfair Five Fields, Chelsea Galvin at Windows, Mayfair Galvin La Chapelle, E1 Gymkhana, Mayfair Hakkasan Hanway Place, Fitzrovia Hakkasan Mayfair Harwood Arms, Fulham Hedone, Chiswick HKK, Shoreditch Kai, Mayfair Kitchen Table at Bubbledogs, Fitzrovia Kitchen W8, Kensington L’Atelier de Joel Robuchon, Covent Garden La Trompette, Chiswick Lima, Fitzrovia Locanda Locatelli, Marylebone Lyle’s, Shoreditch Murano, Mayfair Outlaw’s at The Capital, Knightsbridge

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THE RA RADIC ADIC CAL C A AL EYE Mod M dernist d i p photogra h g aph ph hyy ffro rom The h Sir Elto l on John Collection John n

Tate Modern, Tate Until 7th Ma ayy 2017 20117 Open daily 10am m– 6pm and until 10p pm on Frida ayy and Saturda ayy

Tate T ate Mo Modern odern presents a major ne new exhibition, drrawn from one of the woorld’s exhibition, greatest privvate collections of photoggraph hyy.

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hiss unrivalled selection of classic mo odernist images from the 1920s to the 19550s features almost 200 works from mo ore than 60 artists, including seminal figures such as Berenice Abbott, André Kertész, Man Rayy,, Alexandr Alex exandr Rodchenkko o and Edward Steichen among manyy others. The exhibition consists entirely of raare vintage prints, all created by the artists themsselves, offering a unique opportunity to see remarkab ble works up close. The quality and d h off the depth he collection ll i allows ll the h exhibition hibi i to tellll the story of modernist m photography in this way for the first timee in the UK. It also marks the beginning of a long term m relationship between Tate Tate and The Sir Elton Joh hn Collection, as part of which Sir Elton and David Fu urnish have agreed to give important works to thee nation.

Featuringg portraits of great cultural figures of the 20th cen nturryy, including Georgia O’Keeffe O’K by Alfred Stiegliitz, Edward W Weston eston by T Tina ina Modotti, Jean Cocteau u by Berenice Abbott and Igor

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Stravinskky by Edward W Weston, eston, the exhibition bition gives insight into the relationships and inner circles of the avant-garde. An incredible group of Man R Ray portraits are exhibited together for the first time, having been brought together by Sir Elton ton John over the past 25 years, depicting key surrrealist figures such as Andre Breton and Max Ernst Er alongside artists including Henri Matisse, e, Pablo P Picasso and Dora Maar.

Picasso As life underw went rapid changes in the he 20th centuryy, photography h h offered ff d a new me means eans to communicate and represent the world. Alexandr Rodchenko, László Moholyy-Nagy -Nagy and Margaret Bourke--White White employed the ‘wor ‘worm’s eyye’ and ‘bird’s eye’ views to create new perspectives ctives of the modern metropolis - techniques associated ated with constructivism and the Bauhaus.

A dedicated section of the exhibition n looks at the new approaches that emerged in capturing apturing the human form, highlighted in rare masterrpieces such as André Kertész’s Underrwater water Swimmer Sw wimmer,

Hungarryy 1917, while Imogen gen Cunningham’s Magnolia Blossom, T Tower ower of Jewels 1925 and Tina Modotti’s Bandelierr,, Cor Corn and Sickle 1927 feature in a large presentation dedicated dicated to the Still Life.

The Radical Eye: Moderrnist Photography from the Sir Elton John Collection is curated by Shoair Mavlian with Simon Bakerr and Newell Harbin, Director of The Sir Elton John ohn Photography Collection. The exhibition n is accompanied by an exclusive audio tour of thee exhibition featuring commentarryy from f Sir Si Elton on John, J h and d a major j new catalogue from T Tate ate Publishing P shing including an interrview view with Sir Elton John ohn by Jane Jackson.

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India’s Vibrant and Colourful Culture Celebrated in This month, visitors can chase away the winter blues and become immersed in an Indian celebration of vibrant GSPSYVW GYPXYVI ERH QEKRMÁGIRX TPERX PMJI MRWMHI XLI XVSTMGEP TEVEHMWI SJ /I[ +EVHIRW¸ 4VMRGIWW SJ ;EPIW Conservatory during its 22nd annual Orchids Festival.

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s well as the usual visual displays, the sounds of India will surround visitors entering the steamy glasshouse. From the tones of milkmen’s bicycle bells and newspaper boys, to the playful voices of school children, temple bells, and muezzin calls, the Indian street will be brought to life. This visual feast of colour will also feature elaborate floral displays inspired by a typical Indian market, including Kew’s own decorative rickshaws. An infographic map will transport the visitor from the dreary British winter to the vibrancy and colour of India. The map, created by Tonwen Jones, includes drawings of India’s natural vegetation and landscapes.

A giant Indian flag created from 900 chrysanthemums will set the backdrop as visitors admire life-sized animal figures including an elephant, peacock and monkey. Phalaenopsis drops will hang

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delicately from the ceiling, while a beautifully embellished traditional Indian marriage swing sways amongst the Vandas, with sari material adding an extra splash of colour. This year’s pond display will explode with intense hues in a larger than life floral arrangement made up of Vanda, Dendrobium, Cymbidium and Paphiopedilum orchids, marrying traditional and modern culture.

Elisa Biondi, Princess of Wales Conservatory Supervisor, RBG Kew says, “This year’s Orchids festival is going to be something really special and different. It will immerse visitors in the sights, senses and sounds of India’s exotic and vibrant culture creating an explosion of unique and colourful beauty. We hope this journey will highlight the significance of plants in all walks of life, from the spiritual and medicinal to the textiles and cuisine, all the while showing the importance of plant diversity and Kew’s work to protect, conserve and study plants.”

Entrance to the Festival will be free and included in the daily entrance ticket. 2017 is also the year the UK and India will celebrate a major bilateral year of cultural exchange presented by the British Council.

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World orldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Largest LEGOÂŽ Exhibition on inspired b byy Batman, Superman and W Wonder onder W Woman. oman.Artist Nathan Saway aya presents more than 120 w works of art, created with more than 2 million LEGO briccks ks at Londonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ss South Bank, from 1stt Marcch h 2017

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Through a series of immersive galleries, The Art of th he Brick: DC Super Heroes showcases Sawayaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interpretations on characterrs, vehicles, environments and themes found throughout DC Superr Heroes mythology including transformation and reinvention, strength and weakness, as well as good vss. evil.

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legendarry characters, vehicles, surroundings and themes that are present in the DC mythologyy.

The Art of the Brick: DC Super Heroes exhibition includes more than 120 original pieces, created exclusively from LEGO bricks, including l d a life-size Batmobile (5.5 metres) and built from half a million standard pieces. Sawaya has captured on a real scale some of the most iconic Super Heroes and Super-Villains from DC, exploring more than 80 years of history. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Just like â&#x20AC;&#x153;Just lik Superman, we all have our own story. This art collection is based on the elements of the journey of a super hero, including ng the moment in which we are all called to the adventure,â&#x20AC;? explains Sawaya.â&#x20AC;&#x153; ya.â&#x20AC;&#x153;â&#x20AC;&#x153;As As a kid I spent Saturday mornings sitting on the floor playing with LEGO O and watching the DC Super Friends cartoons. So this new collection of arttwork is a dream come true for me.â&#x20AC;?

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The UK’s largest outdoor adventure and camping show will return to ExCeL London next month, bringing a vast array of features, special guests and the latest gear from leading outdoor brands to appeal to explorers of all ages.Whether passionate about hiking, camping, watersports, photography, adventure travel or extreme challenges, the show will help visitors to get inspired, meet with experts and get stuck in with the action.

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deal for families, the Discovery Zone allows everyone to have a go at activities such as climbing, slack lining and caving. Back by popular demand, the SuperBloc climbing wall is a must-see attraction. An expert team will be on-site to offer free masterclasses on lead climbing and bouldering across all four days of the event.

Adventure seekers should be sure to visit the Wild Britain Zone, where they can learn bushcraft and survival skills with ‘A’ Squadron experts including ex-SAS recruit Bob Podesta. They can also hear from some of the world’s most intrepid explorers at the Adventure Theatre, who will share their tips and thrilling experiences. Past speakers include Sir Ranulph Fiennes, Levison Wood, Steve Backshall and Kenton Cool. The full line-up of speakers will be announced on the website in the coming weeks.

Outdoor enthusiasts will also get the opportunity to check out innovations from brands such as Salomon and Suunto as

part of the Outdoor Industry Awards showcase. Those in need of new apparel will not be disappointed as Blacks will be retailing the latest products from top brands including The North Face, Berghaus and Jack Wolfskin.

As part of the Camping Village, PJ Outdoors will be retailing family and adventure tents from Vango, Outwell, Zempire, Kampa and Quest. This is all in addition to the number of tourism boards and travel companies on-site to offer practical advice, travel offers and destination ideas for every corner of the globe.

A ticket to the Outdoor Adventure & Camping Show will also gain visitors entry into three other events that are running simultaneously; The London Bike Show, the Triathlon Show: London and Oceans: Featuring The London International Dive Show (Saturday & Sunday only).

Adult tickets for the Thursday or Friday cost £16 each excluding booking fee, with concession tickets at £10.00 excluding booking fee, children 8 and under are free and 9-16 year olds cost £4.00 excluding booking fee.

Adult tickets for the Saturday or Sunday are available at £18 per adult, £12 for concessions and 9-16 year olds £6, all excluding booking fee. Children under 8 can again attend for free.

Thursday 16th February: 11am – 6pm Friday 17th February: 10am – 5pm Saturday 18th February: 10am – 6pm Sunday 19th February: 10am – 5pm

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Rio de Janeiro is the city it is today because of its historical past.

Portuguese rulers were the first ones to rule Rio as they landed on the soil of Guanabara Bay in 1502. The bay forms the opening of a river, hence the name ‘Rio de Janeiro’ which means ‘River of January’. When Brazil achieved independence in 1889, Rio was named the capital.

The statue of Christ the Redeemer (Cristo Redentor) is part of the new edition of the Seven Wonders of the World. Acting as a representative of Rio, the attraction, inaugurated in 1931, was built approximately 38 metres high and covers 710 metres of the Corcovado Mountain, providing panoramic views of Rio beyond compare.

The world famous Rio de Janeiro Carnival is celebrated during the four days previous to the beginning of Lent. A trip to Rio de Janeiro is incomplete without experiencing the shimmer and jiggle of brilliant samba dancers - a great opportunity enjoy Rio’s party culture.

Many people travel to Rio for its famous beaches like Ipanema - the wealthier sibling of the famous Copacabana beach, located between Leblon and Arpoador regions.

For shopaholics, shopping in Rio is a dream come true! The malls are home to some of the most famous brands in the world. The city also has a number of markets well worth a visit.

The history and culture, the sandy beaches and the glitz of the city have all made Rio what it is today. The people are friendly, laid-back and amazing hosts, with tourists welcomed with supreme warmth and friendliness. www.riodejaneiro.com

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Exercises varry, y, but tend to include aerobic exercises such as shuttle runs, star jumps and burpees, along with strength moves such as pushups, squats and lunges. The nature of a circuit training class means that, rather than raising your heart rate and keeping eeping it high for the duration of the class, it gives you more of an ‘interval v training’ effect, where you mix intense bursts of activity with recovery periods. It is a verryy effective way of improving aerobic fitness.

BO OXERCISE/KICKBO XERCISE/KICKBO OXERCISE Boxercise and kickboxercise are derivatives of boxing and kickboxing and use th he drills and techniques of their respective sports in a non-contact setting, u usually in the form of a circuit. For example, you might find yourself shad dowboxing, skipping, using punch bags or teaming up with a partner to punch p or kick focus pads. Both are considered one of the best all-round d high intensity exercise classes to get you in great shape.One study found that t people felt more calm, more focused and less anxious affter ter a kickboxing kickboxxing class. T Taking aking out all that aggression on a punch bag can be a great stresss reliever!

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CAN I SEE A PREVIEW OF MY END RESULT? Absolutely. Using a computer software system called Clincheck, the dentist can show you how your teeth will gradually move in to a well-aligned arch, and also predict the number of months the treatment will take.

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his Month continues the A - Z of health and beauty tips, simple changes and positive steps can make really big changes to our skin, health and mental well being to ensure you start 2017 in the best possible way? Winter can be tough on our bodies but a few simple lifestyle changes can help us to stay healthy, happy and ready for the year ahead!

THIS MONTH FEATURES M - Z! M - is for migraine relief, so many individuals suffer with this sometimes debilitating condition.

Unless you have experienced a migraine many don't have much sympathy, feeling it's only a worse version of a headache that could go with an aspirin! A number of factors may trigger migraines, including hormonal changes in women due to fluctuations in oestrogen. Foods like cheese, processed or salty foods, additives, drinks, stress, sensory stimulations, bright lights, loud atmospheres. In recent years many individuals respond very well to muscle relaxing injections into the frown, scalp and base of neck.

N - is for nose reshaping, rhinoplasty is a very popular surgical procedure, however in recent years some individuals have been able to make slight changes to their noses with a very small amount of dermal fillers. I have got great results for people who have a slight bump or have a slight wonky appearance to the nose straight on, without going through unnecessary surgery.

O - optometrist check up. During a comprehensive eye exam, your eye doctor does much more than just determine your prescription for eyeglasses or contact lenses. He or she will also check your eyes for common eye diseases, assess how your eyes work together as a team and evaluate your eyes as an indicator of your overall health. Make your appointment today as it could make significant changes without you even realising there was a problem.

P - is for pulsed light treatments, an excellent way of reducing redness to the face. Exposure to the cold climate, excessive alcohol consumption over the winter period can play havoc with the skin. A course of pulsed light treatments helps to break down the red pigment and broken capillaries giving you a more even complexion.

Q - Q10 and vitamin C topical cream from Obaji is a great non aggressive but medical strength boost for the skin. e combination of the two helps as it is a power antioxidant, energies the skin, stimulates cell turnover, promotes collagen and healing and also is a natural skin brighter to help discolouration.

R - rough skin in the winter. Generally people complain of rough skin to their elbows and knees and rough patches to the backs of the arms and face. Using washes or creams that contain glycolic acid can help to peel off this rough texture, or try in clinic peeling for a quick and easy solution.

S - is for skin product swap. In the same way we switch to warmer clothes in the winter, our skincare regime needs a few tweaks too – remember that colder air is drier

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Dead skin cells can't absorb moisture so it's important to remove them." Sensitive skin is even more prone to irritation in winter so look for products free from colour-ants, fragrance and irritants.

T - Tone up your body with resistance bands, a simple and effective home work out that can really get results for those with very little time, simple routines can help banish bingo wings and help you get a flatter stomach.

U - Under arm sweating or hyperhydrosis can be a very embarrassing condition, muscle relaxing injections can work very well to this area and helps reduce excessive sweating, allowing individuals to wear the types of clothes they want.

V - is for veins, simple broken capillaries to the facial area can be treated with diathermy or lasers. Try to avoid activities that cause vasodilation like extremes of temperatures and not using daily SPF protection. Leg veins are treated more successfully with high powered lasers or surgical techniques to remove varicose veins.

W - is for water. It's incredibly important to get plenty of liquid during the winter months "With the central heating blasting, air can get hot and dry, and hydration levels can drop fast. e body's thirst response can diminish as blood vessels constrict to keep blood and heat in the body's core. is fools the body into thinking it's properly hydrated when it's not.".

X - treme cold weather is more likely to make us suffer from aches and pains, partly due to a lack of activity. A gentle walk can help, but another option is to take a warm bath with salts or essential oils, whilst gently exercising your joints in the water.

Y - Youthful treatments to naturally enhance, mesotherapy vitamin and anti-ageing facial injections can really boost your skin quality and treat the skin directly at the problem zones. A course of three treatments given every two weeks can boost the skin following the winter months.

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You would be forgiven for thinking that ‘bespoke’ also has to mean expensive.

At Urban Myth we believe that every kitchen has to be different, unique to those that will use it. at’s why, as well as an extensive range of kitchens from Germany and Italy, we also have our own range ‘Urban Life’. ese kitchens are made in our own factory by skilled craftsmen using state of the art machinery. By having a factory “in-house” our designers are able to create a kitchen exactly fitted to your space at a price you might not expect.

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our designers feel they understand your complete wish-list that they will begin to suggest kitchen ranges and styles that they feel will match. With an almost endless list of materials, finishes and colours to choose from, no two Urban Myth kitchens are the same.

Total peace of mind.

We want to take the stress out of commissioning a new kitchen, and your designer and their team are on hand to answer any questions you may have to ensure you are completely satisfied throughout the entire process.

In short, we work with you from concept to completion to deliver a kitchen that meets your exact requirements and a service that exceeds your expectations.

If you are considering a new kitchen this year contact us to make an appointment to visit our showroom. n

THE DETAILS

To book an appointment at Urban Myth call 020 8531 3413, email info@urbanmyth.net or visit www.urbanmyth.net

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South Woodford

• Four Bedroom Terraced family Home • Interconnected receptions rooms • Kitchen/breakfast room

Call: 020 8530 3333

Woodford Green

• Three bedroom Detached family home.

• Two Receptions • Kitchen/Diner

Call: 020 8530 3333

Leytonstone

• 2 Double Bedroom • Ground Floor • Period Conversion

Call: 020 8989 0011

New Wanstead

• 3/4 bedrooms • Annexe on Ground floor • Large frontage for parking for 6 cars

Call: 020 8989 0011

Guide Price £800,000 F/H

• Playroom • Family bathroom • En suite to master

OIEO £1.300,000 F/H

• South facing garden • Large carriage driveway

OIEO £475,000 L/H

• Rear garden with direct access • Modern Fitted Kitchen • Close to station

OIEO £775,000 F/H

• Lots of scope to extend • Close to station and High road • GCH

Woodford Green

• Three bedroom terraced house • Contemporary kitchen /diner• Modern family bathroom

Call: 020 8530 3333

Woodford

• 4 bedroom Semi detached family home • Two receptions • Kitchen/diner

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Wanstead

• Edwardian House • 4 Double Bedrooms • Off Street Parking

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Wanstead

• Large corner 5 bedroom detached • Beautifully finished from top to bottom • Fantastic location on prestigious turning

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OIEO £525,000 F/H

• Off street parking • Close to Woodford central line station

£725,000 F/H

• Located on the popular laings estate • Garage • Off street parking

OIEO £975,000 F/H

• 3 Reception Rooms • Aldersbrook Estate • Semi Detached

OIEO £1,200,000 F/H

• Off street parking for a number of cars

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Shaftesbury Avenue Loughton • Semi detached • Spacious master combining 2 rooms, • Located in a sought after turning,

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£1,300,000 FH

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• Family home provides • Two reception rooms, • Mature and established gardens

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• Quietly situated • Offering elevated and panoramic views • Conveniently for central line station.

£850,000 freehold

• New bathrooms • Immaculate decor • Double glazing

£1,250,000 FH

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This spacious one bedroom, first floor retirement apartment features a large sitting room, fitted kitchen, part tiled bathroom, residents lounge, communal gardens, lift, security entry phone system and has a resident manager.

Four bedroom home. Elegant lounge, separate dining room, conservatory, designer kitchen, cloakroom and cellar. Bathroom with separate w.c. Usable loft with shower room. Garden with side access to drive.

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High Road, Buckhurst Hill

£199,995 Leasehold

£875,000 Freehold

Superb one bedroom top floor apartment features a spacious lounge/kitchen area, double bedroom, bright bathroom, gated underground parking, lift, security entry phone and a communal rear garden.

A two bedroom first floor retirement apartment close to Epping High Road.

Spacious lounge, modern kitchen and bathroom. Lift, residents lounge, house manager and 24 hour care line.

Stag Lane, Buckhurst Hill

Stewart Court, Epping

£300,000 £800,000 Leasehold Freehold

£360,000 Leasehold

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An imposing double fronted family home, comprised of two receptions, a traditional style kitchen, four double bedrooms, large family bathroom and a generous rear garden with a double garage and private access road to the rear.

his superb three double bedroom Edwardian semi-detached family home is comprised of two spacious reception rooms, conservatory, breakfast room, well equipped kitchen, contemporary family bathroom, further separate w/c and a delightful, private rear garden.

Overton Drive, Wanstead

Belgrave Road, Aldersbrook

OIEO £1,250,000 Freehold

OIEO £795,000 Freehold

This stunning six bedroom Victorian home includes a large kitchen/dining room, separate utility, two formal reception rooms, three bath/shower rooms, separate W/C, off road parking and a South facing rear garden.

This beautiful mid-terrace property offers a double reception room, contemporary kitchen/diner, four double bedrooms, family bathroom, a well maintained, low maintenance garden and an outside W/C.

Selsdon Road, Wanstead

Gordon Road, Wanstead

OIEO £1,050,000 Freehold £800,000 Freehold

OIEO £780,000 Freehold

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Lettings Ilford

Woodford Green

Newly decorated one double bedroom, second floor flat, located in close proximity to Hainault Central Line station, local shops and amenities. This property benefits from being newly decorated to a fresh and modern standard throughout.

£850 pcm

Well presented, part furnished first floor two bedroom maisonette situated in a quiet road just minutes from Woodford Bridges rejuvenated high road with its many eateries, boutique style shops and Central Line tube station. This property benefits from many features.

£1,100 pcm

Woodford Green

Attractive and large well presented two bedroom, fully furnished first floor maisonette located just minutes from Woodford Bridges rejuvenated high road with its many eateries, boutique style shops and Central Line tube station. This property is a must see!!

£1,200 pcm

Buckhurst Hill

Two double bedroom, two bathroom, first floor apartment located within minutes walk of Buckhurst Hill Station and Queens Road's shops, bars and restaurants. This property benefits from a large reception, large dining room leading into a fully equipped kitchen.

£1,395 pcm

South Woodford South Woodford

Buckhurst Hill Buckhurst Hill

Buckhurst Hill Buckhurst Hill

Woodford Green Woodford Green

Luxury two double bedroom apartment located in the heart of South Woodford, close to shops, amenities and just minutes from South Woodfords Central Line Underground Station. This property is beautifully presented.

Luxury, two double bedroom, first floor apartment, located in a secure gated development just minutes away from Buckhurst Hill's, Queens Road and Central Line. This property benefits from a large reception room, En-suite to master and designer kitchen.

Newly decorated and refurbished three/four bedroom family home located close to travel, schooling and amenities. This bright and light property benefits from many features such as a modern through lounge, new fitted kitchen & designer bathroom.

Newly refurbished and decorated three bedroom family home located close to the sought after Churchfields school. This semi-detached property benefits from many features such as two receptions.

£1,500 pcm

£1,595 pcm

£1,495 pcm

Woodford Green

Buckhurst Hill

Woodford Green

Beautifully finished two double bedroom bungalow located in a quiet cul-de-sac just minutes from Woodford's premier schooling, travel, local restaurants and shopping. This is a great size Bungalow.

Beautifully presented and extended three bedroom family home located in a quiet turning, just minutes walk to Buckhurst Hills Central Line Station and the ever popular Queens Road with its many restaurant's, boutique style shops and close to premier schooling.

Located in Broadmead Road, Woodford Green is this four bedroom semi detached family home. Offering well presented and very spacious accommodation throughout, this includes a large through lounge, dining room, well appointed kitchen/diner.

£1,850 pcm

£1,995 pcm

£2,250 pcm

£1,750 pcm

Woodford Green

Beautifully finished and modernised four double bedroom, two bathroom, detached house located in the heart of the sought after Monkhams estate, just minutes walk to the Central Line Station and Woodfords popular eateries, boutiques and schooling.

£3,495 pcm

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ÂŁ375,000

Woodford Green

A chance to acquire this delightful period two bedroom ground floor garden flat. The property includes a generous lounge, contemporary kitchen, modern bathroom and two bedrooms. To the rear of the property there is a well maintained shared garden with areas laid to lawn and flower borders.

Woodford Green has excellent facilities including superb local shops and restaurants with transport in and out of London made easy via the use of the Central Line at Woodford Broadway. This would make an ideal first purchase and viewing is highly recommended.

ÂŁ700,000

Woodford Green

Situated Woodford Green is this extended three bedroom detached family home. This well presented property offers light and spacious accommodation Sthat includes two generous receptions, a well appointed kitchen with integrated appliances and ground floor cloakroom. The first floor holds three well proportioned bedrooms and a contemporary family bathroom with integrated shower. The rear garden is laid to lawn with panelled fencing and flower and shrub borders. The property is located well for the Central Line at Woodford Broadway.

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£625,000

Woodford WoodfordGreen Green

Situated in Oak Hill Gardens, Woodford Green is this extended three bedroom family home. The property offers well presented accommodation throughout that includes a generous lounge, an extended luxury kitchen / diner and ground floor cloakroom. The first floor holds three well proportioned bedrooms with a staircase giving access to the loft area and a contemporary family bathroom. There are well maintained front and landscaped rear gardens with access for off street parking to the rear of the property. Being ideally placed for Local amenities.

£795,000 £795,000

Woodford WoodfordGreen Green

MONKHAMS ESTATE - A three bedroom semi detached family home. This extended property offers generous accommodation throughout that includes M two receptions and a well appointed kitchen/ diner. The first floor holds three well proportioned bedrooms with en-suite shower room to the master and a large family bathroom. To the exterior you have off street parking for two vehicles to the front and a large south facing rear garden. The property is located close to all local amenities including shops, schools with access in and out of London by the use of the Central Line at Woodford Broadway.

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